Mother Road Mayhem

LOV ING THE LAYOUT

As I walked around the Landreth Park showgrounds on Saturday morning, I absolutely loved the layout. It was easy to see that the Mother Road Mayhem crew had done this before. Big names wrapped around the grounds—from American Force and NSK Kustoms to AXE Wheels and Liberty Forged—giving spectators plenty of action.

I also saw friendly faces as I roamed the field and scoped out talent of all kinds—lifted and lowered, loud and fast.

This event gives you a very relaxed and laid-back vibe that will make you want to stick around. Topped off with food and drink vendors on site and downtown Joplin only a short drive away, I would say the organizers nailed it on this venue.

ROUTE 66 PA R A DE

to clean daily drivers, this show had a healthy mix of custom sprinkled across the showgrounds. And all of them jumped in line for the Route 66 parade after the show on Saturday.

I loved seeing the camaraderie between showgoers and spectators alike. Lifted trucks rolling down Main Street along with slammed rides was a satisfying sight to see. The cruise ended at a large parking lot that was VIP for show vehicles only.

What was an eventful day at the showgrounds, one that turned into the old-style Saturday night cruise and hangout we all love. Just a bunch of car and truck guys, kicking it in a parking lot enjoying each other’s company.

If you weren't able to attend the second annual Mother Road Mayhem, the crew is already making plans for their 2023 event. They’re setting the bar even higher for themselves and looking to make next year even better. So take your time, and scroll through the rides and candid shots from the weekend. Enjoy that print magazine in your hands and make plans to attend Mother Road Mayhem 2023!