ENTRY FEES & PASSES: Car, Vans and Trucks Pre-Registration $75, Bikes and Motorcycles $60.00, Bicycles and Pedal Cars, $50.00 (Includes two tickets per car/truck and one ticket per bike/motorcycle and one per bicycle/pedal car). Additional Spectator Passes: $40.00 each ($50.00 day of show), Children 12 & Under are free when accompanied by parent.
NO IN/OUT PRIVILEGES.
APPROVAL: All entries are subject to approval by LOWRIDER EVENTS staff and must pass final inspection at the door which shall be determined in their sole and absolute discretion. Pre-registration must complete an application and pay entry fees prior to deadline date. LOWRIDER EVENTS reserves the right to refuse any entry not deemed appropriate by it in its sole and absolute discretion.
FEES: Entry fees are non-refundable unless entry is refused by LOWRIDER EVENTS. “No Shows” are eligible for one (1) ticket which must be accompanied by ID.
LIABILITY: By signing this application at the time of the event, or by submitting an online application, entrant (“Entrant”) for and on behalf of himself/herself and his/her respective heirs, companies, partnerships, corporations, consultants, agents, advisors, fiduciaries, management personnel, executors, personal representatives, administrators, insurers, trustee, successors, assigns, switchmen and all owners and operators of the car, truck, van, bike and/or motorcycle (collectively, “Vehicle”) entered hereunder (collectively, the “Indemnifying Party”) agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Del Rio Marketing, Inc., its licensors, subsidiaries, affiliates, divisions and its and their respective present, former and future officers, directors, shareholders, board members, management personnel, consultants, advisors, predecessors, parents, representatives, servants, holding companies, employees, attorneys, agents, contractors, subcontractors, representatives, insurers, fiduciaries, successors and assigns including, but not limited to, LOWRIDER EVENTS, LOWRIDER MAGAZINE, all event sponsors and owners and operators of the event facility (collective, the “Indemnified Party”) from and against any and all damages, claims, liabilities, judgments, fines, penalties, expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees and costs) and losses (collectively, “Claims”) arising out of or in connection with (a) a breach by the Indemnifying Party of any rule, regulation, requirement, term, warranty, covenant, representation or condition contained in this application and/or in the 2022 Official Rule Book (“Rule Book”) and (b) damage to tangible personal property, for personal injury and/or death proximately caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the Indemnifying Party. The Indemnifying Party further agrees to accept any and all responsibility and liability for the risk of loss, damage, destruction and injury (including death) to his/her person, the Vehicle, displays and all other personal property and related items belonging to him/her and/or which are in his/her care, custody, possession or control before, during and after the show and hereby fully and voluntarily assumes all such risks and for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, releases the Indemnified Party from any and all Claims arising out of or in connection therewith. Entrant further acknowledges, affirms and represents that he/she has obtained any and all necessary consents, waivers, releases and authorizations required to execute and enter into this application on behalf of and bind each and every Indemnifying Party hereto. This application and the Rule Book (collectively “Application”) shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without reference to or application of principles of choice of law. In any proceeding arising from or related to the enforcement and/or interpretation of this Application, the Indemnified Party as prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its costs, which includes reasonable attorneys’ fees, against the non-prevailing party. No modification, alteration, waiver or change in any of the terms of this Application shall be valid or binding upon the Indemnified Party unless made in writing and duly executed by the Indemnified Party from whom a waiver is sought. The provisions of this Application shall be severable, and if any of them are held invalid or unenforceable for any reason, such provision shall be adjusted to the minimum extent necessary to cure such invalidity. The invalidity or unenforceability of one provision shall not affect any other.
JUDGING: All entries will be judged and decisions rendered in accordance with the 2022 Official Rule Book. Judge’s scores are final, binding and rendered in their sole and absolute discretion.
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO RELEASE: LOWRIDER EVENTS, LOWRIDER MAGAZINE, and Del Rio Marketing, Inc., reserve the right to photograph, video tape, film and/or reproduce in any medium, the event, any Entrant, person and/or Vehicle for any future use, at no compensation to Entrant, the Indemnifying Party or any other third party, person or entity as LOWRIDER EVENTS, LOWRIDER MAGAZINE and
Del Rio Marketing, Inc. and Lowrider Events shall have the absolute and unfettered right to use, sell, license and/or publish Entrant’s name, picture, biography and /or likeness in connection with being the owner and/or operator of the Vehicle along with all other content, images, materials, artwork, graphics, pictures, video, data or other information of any kind concerning the event and/or Vehicle (collectively, “DATA”), all such DATA and rights thereto being the sole and exclusive property of LOWRIDER EVENTS, LOWRIDER MAGAZINE and Del Rio Marketing, Inc, and Entrant, for and on behalf of himself/herself and the Indemnifying Party, upon executing this application, waives and surrenders any and all Claims against the Indemnified Party in connection therewith.
SAFETY: All fire regulations must be followed to the letter, or be subject to disqualification and banned from future events. Entrant acknowledges that he/she has received, reviewed and agrees to any and all rules, regulations, requirements, terms, warranties, covenants, representations and conditions contained in this application and in the 2022 Official Rule Book which is incorporated herein by reference. The 2022 Official Rules are available on-line at www.lowriderexperience.com
2023 Lowrider Rules and Regulations©
Revision Date December 1, 2022
EXHIBITOR & SAFETY RULES
EXHIBITOR SPACE: Spaces are issued in 10 x 20-foot sizes. Additional car or truck space may be requested and made available for an additional cost. Payment for 20’ x 20’ spaces will be taken at the time of registration, but due to space constraints, not all registrants will be accepted for a 20’ x 20’ space. Selected vehicles will be chosen based on availability and other qualifying factors. Refunds to applicants who are not able to be accommodated will be made immediately following a review of submitted photos. In no event can a space be larger than 20 x 20 (Maximum size. Motorcycles and non-motorized entries such as bicycles, tricycles and peddle cars will be given a maximum space of a 10 x 10 ft.). No dented, damaged, primed, unfinished, or incomplete vehicles allowed (Event management staff may disqualify vehicles from competing that violate this rule, at their sole and absolute discretion). No vehicle will be allowed in (or to compete) one (1) hour before show begins due to venue and Fire Marshall’s restrictions. Support vehicles / trailers must be removed from show grounds one (1) hour before show time. Failure to remove unloaded trailer, support vehicle, or equipment, in the allotted time or upon request by show staff, may result in disqualification.
DISPLAYS: All displays must be completed before the opening of the show. All vehicles must comply with all applicable fire safety rules, including taping the gas caps and terminal posts, disconnecting the batteries (hydraulics & engine) and all other facility and/or fire requirements. All high-pressure tanks must be emptied or disconnected for indoor display. Fire Marshals will examine all vehicles before show to confirm compliance and their decision shall be final and binding. No vehicle or display may include anything that can be construed as a weapon or considered obscene or profane in the sole and absolute discretion of Judges or manager (e.g. no glass, no glass bottles, no knives, etc.). Displays should be designed to protect vehicle from the crowd. Stanchions and ropes should be positioned as not to block the view of the show vehicle and within the designated space. Flammable material and unsafe lighting cannot be used in the display.
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS: Electrical outlets may sometimes be sold to exhibitors by the venue, facility, or Event management if applicable. If electrical outlets are available, each display will be limited to 110-volt power only. No heat lamps will be allowed, and all wiring must have a grounded three-pronged wire plug and meet all electrical safety requirements. Exhibitor is responsible for the safe operation on all electrical devises. Non- payment of electrical bill may result in disqualification.
TEAR DOWN: Displays may not be torn down until the start of the trophy presentation. No one may start an engine, move a vehicle, or operate any hydraulic or air systems until instructed to do so by Lowrider Events or facility staff or security. This safety rule will be enforced to protect the audience and children.
NOISE & PROFANITY: Noise, including includes blaring stereo system music “train horns” and Sirens should be kept to a minimum during set-up through tear down while inside event perimeter out of respect for fellow exhibitors. Profanity or other disrespectful conduct is not permitted including excessive noise. Any display, which incorporates or features objectionable music, videos, artwork or other items, is not permitted. It is within Event Management sole and absolute discretion to determine what is objectionable.
FOR SALE SIGNS: All "For Sale" signs should be incorporated into the display and not on the vehicle. There may be a five (5)-point deduction from a vehicle’s total score for any "For Sale" sign that is on a vehicle and not incorporated into the display. No promotional or sales material allowed, including wrapped or fully detailed advertising vehicles.
SAVING SPACES: Exhibitors cannot save spaces for vehicles not present, nor for vehicles that were not submitted in the registration process. Registrants who have paid for space, but do not attend the show will not be refunded. Spaces not utilized can be reassigned at the sole discretion of Lowrider Events.
UNSAFE OPERATION: Operating a vehicle and/or the vehicles’ hydraulics in any form or fashion during show hours is strictly prohibited. Moreover, operating a vehicle and/or the vehicles’ hydraulics in any form or fashion at any time in a manner deemed unsafe by the judges, Lowrider Events staff or event facility shall be strictly prohibited, including starting an engine, moving a vehicle or operating a hydraulic or air system without first being instructed by Lowrider Events or facility staff or security.
EXHIBITORS: All Exhibitors shall behave in a professional courteous manner. No exhibitor is allowed on stage during or after trophy presentation. Only the “Best of Show” winners should come to the “winner’s table” near the stage. Any Exhibitors with unacceptable behavior are subject to future disqualification.
FINALITY OF JUDGES DETERMINATION: All judges will be designated by event management. By entering a vehicle in the exhibit, entrant agrees to abide by and be bound by these rules and that the decisions of the judges shall be final in all matters relating to the Exhibition and the Contest. Entrants are not permitted to protest any decision of official/judges. The judges shall have sole and absolute discretion to disqualify any entrant for reasons deemed appropriate by the judges.
MODIFICATION OF THESE RULES: These Exhibition and Safety Rules may be modified, as deemed necessary by the judges in their sole and absolute discretion in order to maintain the safety and integrity of the Exhibition.
DISQUALIFICATION: At the sole and absolute discretion of Lowrider Events or the judges, violation of any rules herein may be cause for disqualification for any prize, expulsion from current event and/or a ban on future events.
It is considered a conflict of interest for a contractor or paid employee of Event to compete at a Lowrider or Sanctioned car show. This includes sanctioning promoters. As a sanctioning
promoter, they may compete or qualify at a Lowrider event they do not manage or control. Sanctioning Promoters may display their personal entry as Display Only.
UNSPORTSMANSHIP CONDUCT will not be tolerated and may result in disqualification and or removal from event. Severe misconduct may result in removing all current or previous titles and championship credentials at the sole discretion of the Judges Management.
EXHIBITOR RULES
GENERAL
REGISTRATION: All entries must be registered at the show office by starting time. Starting time will be posted at the registration table. Registration card must be placed on the dashboard and visible to the judges. It is the entrant's responsibility to ensure that the registration card is visible and properly completed within two (2) hours of registration. Judges reserve the sole and absolute right to disqualify entry if registration card is not visible or properly completed within such time period. There may be a five (5) point deduction from a vehicles total score for an incomplete or missing judging card, including name, year, make and model. Registration cards must include the full name of the entrant (nick names are not permitted). All winners will be required to complete a W-9 form (or by a parent or legal guardian in the event the winner is a minor) prior to receiving prize. Providing false or inaccurate information will be grounds for disqualification and or forfeiture of prize money. Entries must be ready to be judged two (2) hours after being assigned a space at the show. Entries with turntables or exceptionally intricate displays may be given more time, at the discretion of the judges. Vehicles or bikes displayed in vendor booths are not eligible for competition.
CLASSIFICATION: The judges will enter your vehicle's classification. See Section C. If a vehicle is placed in the wrong class, it is the entrant's responsibility to notify a member of the Lowrider Events Staff. Questions or clarifications should be presented to the Lowrider Events show staff by 3 p.m. on day of show or two hours prior before start of awards presentation. All classifications will be determined at judges’ sole and absolute discretion based on modifications and may be adjusted or opened on a per event basis.
OPERABILITY. All entries must be operable and complete at time of operability inspection. All body parts must be attached to the main body of the vehicle—no props. (For example; front end, hood, trunk, doors must close and align properly.) All entries must be able to start under their own power, meaning that an operable battery must be permanently positioned in the vehicle; the engine must be fueled by its own fixed fuel tank and transmission, shifted from the driver’s position. The vehicle will be required to travel 20 feet of continuous motion forward, steering to the left and right, brake to a stop, shift into reverse, travel 20 feet of continuous motion backward steering to the left and right, and brake to a stop (emergency brake not allowed to stop vehicle). The vehicle owner may be assisted by two crewmembers limited to starting the vehicle only. No more than two ounces of fuel will be allowed to prime start a vehicle. An electrical battery jump, battery to battery, will be allowed. Once a judge has indicated its time to start, a time limit of ten (10) minutes will be allowed to complete the operability inspection. All vehicles are subject to inspection by judging staff. An inoperable vehicle will be for exhibition only.
SWAPPING PARTS: After the operable inspection, brake rotors and brake calipers may be changed. No other parts, including engine parts, may be changed.
INFORMATION SHEET: While not required, entrants are advised to provide judges with an information sheet or book listing modifications made on vehicle.
ACCESS TO VEHICLE: Judges should have access to entry including undercarriage for viewing purposes. Mirrors will be accepted in this case.
ACCESSORIES: Accessories are factory made or aftermarket parts.
PLACING AND SCORE INQUIRIES: Exhibitors may request information on how their entry did overall and how they placed in comparison to the competition. Score points are not given out due to the point spread could fluctuate for every event and subject to the judge that scores the entry. The exhibitor can request where their strong and weak areas are in order to improve scoring for the particular area.
EXHIBITORS MUST BE PRESENT TO ACCEPT AWARDS INCLUDING CASH PAY OUTS
DURING AWARD PRESENTATION. The award presentation is an important part of the show. If the exhibitor leaves the award presentation for no legitimate reason, the award and cash payout may be forfeited. In the event the exhibitor is not present, he or she may request award mailed to them at their own expense.
9. ALL EXHIBITION AND SAFETY RULES APPLY/DISQUALIFICATION: All entrants must
adhere to the "Exhibition and Safety Rules" of the Show, which are incorporated by reference herein. Failure to comply with any Exhibition and Safety Rule, or any Exhibitor Rule may be grounds for disqualification, at the sole and absolute discretion of the judges.
CATEGORIES/CLASSIFICATIONS
SIX CATEGORIES: Any vehicle entering a Lowrider / Motorsport Showcase sanctioned event will be judged in these key areas:
CRAFTSMANSHIP: quality of work, imagination, innovation, and creativity. The quality of design and work shown in something made by hand, artistry.
BODY: modifications, paint, murals and striping, molding, glass, accessories, and craftsmanship
/ detail.
ENGINE: plating, engine compartment, firewall, hinges and springs, hoses, wiring, hood panel, engine swap and detail.
UNDERCARRIAGE: plating, paint/striping, suspension, frame, modifications, wheels, craftsmanship, cleanliness, and detail.
INTERIOR: seats, dash, headliner, side panels, consoles, operable audio and video or any electric accessory, detail, and workmanship. The trunk/bed will also be considered part of the interior category.
HYDRAULIC/AIR SUSPENSION: Operable setup, wiring, batteries, plating, tubing, hoses, craftsmanship, detail, and cleanliness.
TYPE OF MODIFICATIONS. Classifications will depend upon the degree of modifications, as follows:
MINOR MODIFICATIONS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: plating and era accessories in the engine compartment, exchange of era engine or rebuilt engine (example V-8 small block for era V-8 small block), hydraulics and or air suspension, trunk, or bed accessories, plating or era accessories on the undercarriage, bolt on accessories including disc brakes, pin-striping, mild murals, custom wheels, Smoothing of factory body welds and seams, filling of stock era suspension parts. New paint or interior which gives emphasis to a stock or original like appearance.
Five (5) Minor modifications equal one (1) Major modification.
MAJOR MODIFICATIONS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: complete engine exchange (example replacing stock with new LS motor), complete custom paint (candy, flake, pearl including top), custom interior, major bodies changes including french, tilt, suicide, reverse, splitting, chopping, sectioning, molded body kit, and or extensive modifications changing the original design to frame or undercarriage.
DEFINITIONS: Following are the classes to be judged. The judges will classify and judge all entries on a per-event basis. All classes are subject to change. The number of modifications will classify all vehicles.
ORIGINAL - Completely stock or restored vehicle, except for era accessories and/or hubcaps (No custom wheels).
STREET CUSTOM - Vehicle with a limit of five minor modifications, with no major modifications.
MILD CUSTOM - Vehicle with up to two (2) Major modifications and up to four (4) Minor modifications.
SEMI CUSTOM - Vehicle with at least three (3) Major and up to four (4) Minor modifications. FULL CUSTOM - Vehicle with at least five (5) Major and four (4) Minor modifications.
RADICAL CUSTOM - Vehicle with at least seven (7) Major modifications. CUSTOM COMPACT - A compact car, originally designed for economy. EURO - Two or four-passenger foreign made vehicle.
LUXURY SPORT – A small to mid-size luxury performance vehicle. LUXURY – A full-size luxury vehicle, including limos.
BOMBS/CLASSICS - Any American vehicle, cars 1954 or older, includes sedan delivery and trucks 1959 or older.
TRUCKS - Midsize trucks will be classified as full size. Includes open beds, SUVs, panels, El Caminos and vans.
CUV/SPORT WAGON – Compact Utility Vehicle.
TRADITIONAL LOWRIDER - American made full size vehicle, 1955 through 1988 with no major body modifications. No complete full custom paint jobs. No custom interiors, interior shall be in close relationship to original design and/or color scheme, but not limited to exact sewing pattern or material thickness. Allowable modifications include minor body modifications, sun/moon
roofs, plating and era accessories in the engine compartment, engine swap or upgrade, pin- striping, mild murals, bolt on accessories including disc brakes, filled or smoothed stock era suspension parts. Smoothing of factory body welds and seams on the firewall. Molding and smoothing of factory body welds and seams on the frame, reinforced and molded frames shall be in close relationship to original design. Unlimited minor modifications allowed.
CLASSIC LOWRIDER – American made full size vehicle, 1955 through 1988 with minor body modifications including moderate full custom paint and interior. Engine swap or upgrade and undercarriage enhancement is allowed. No major radical body modifications are allowed.
Allowable modifications include plating, accessories, pin-striping, murals, and custom parts. Minor molding of body handles, ornaments, emblems including shaving and sun/moon roofs are allowed. Molding and smoothing of frame are acceptable.
CAR CLASSIFICATIONS
1940 & Older
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 1941 through 1948
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 1949 through 1954 Hard Top / Convertible
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 1955 through 1957 Hard Top / Convertible
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 1958 through 1960 Hard Top / Convertible
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 1961 through 1964 Hard Top / Convertible
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 1965 through 1969 Hard Top / Convertible
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 1970 through 1979
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 1980 through 1989
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 1990 and Newer
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Luxury 1979 and Older
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom
Luxury 1980 through 1989
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Luxury 1990 and Newer
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Luxury Sport - combined
Early Sports/Performance - combined Late Sports/Performance - combined Low Rod - combined
TRUCK CLASSIFICATIONS
Full Size Trucks 1959 & Older
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Full Size Trucks 1960 through 1987
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Full Size Truck 1988 & Newer
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Full Size Sport Utility – SUV
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Compact Sport Utility - CUV
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Mini Truck
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom El Camino
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Panel - combined
Off-Road/4X4 Special interest - combined
JUDGING
JUDGING BASED ON MODIFICATIONS. Every area will be judged on the extent of each modification. For example, if you were competing for Outstanding Paint award, the finish job
could include multi-colors, doorjambs, inside hood, etc. All modifications should be clearly visible or stated for evaluation.
DURING JUDGING PROCESS: Lighting, electrical display enhancements and turntables may be turned off while judging. Steps or path should be provided when using mirrors. No points will be deducted for a judging path purposely left for after-hours judging.
DISCREPANCIES: Must be settled after trophy presentation by vehicle owner only. No judging sheet will be changed or revised by anyone except the signing judge. No exhibitor is allowed on stage during or after trophy presentation. Only the “Best of Show” winners should come to “winner’s table” near the stage. All score sheets will be available through Lowrider Events office. Score sheets are available to vehicle owner only. Entrants are not permitted to protest any decision of the officials/judges as their decision is absolute, final and binding.
VEHICLE POINT SYSTEM. Judging of entries will be made on a point and/or merit system. The criterion and points available are as noted below:
CRAFTSMANSHIP/DETAIL 30 INTERIOR 25 PAINT 25 UNDERCARRIAGE 25 ENGINE 25
BODY MODIFICATIONS 20 HYDRAULICS/AIR 15 MURALS 15 STRIPING 15
ACCESSORIES/CUSTOM PARTS 15 FABRICATION 10 DISPLAY 10 PLATING/TRIM 15
AUDIO/VIDEO 10 TRUNK/BED 10 ENGRAVING 10 GLASS 5 WHEELS/TIRES 10 TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS 290
AWARDS
(Car Special Awards) Outstanding Engine Outstanding Undercarriage
Outstanding Hydraulics Old School Outstanding Hydraulics Innovative Outstanding Hydraulics Special Recognition Outstanding Paint
Outstanding Candy or Pearl Paint Outstanding Multicolor Paint Outstanding Flake Paint Outstanding Interior
Outstanding Individual Display Outstanding Mural Outstanding Metal Engraving (Truck Special Awards) Outstanding Engine
Outstanding Undercarriage Outstanding Hydraulics Old School Outstanding Hydraulics Innovative
Outstanding Hydraulics Special Recognition Outstanding Paint
Outstanding Candy or Pearl Paint Outstanding Multicolor Paint Outstanding Flake Paint Outstanding Interior
Outstanding Individual Display Outstanding Mural Outstanding Metal Engraving Showcase Award (car or truck)
Special Recognition Award (car or truck) Craftsmanship Award (car or truck)
Club Awards
Most Members: Based on the number of vehicles participating. Best Display: Based on overall club display.
Best of Show Awards
Best of Show Original (1969 and older)
Best of Show Traditional Lowrider (1955 through 1988)
Classic Lowrider - American Full-size vehicles 1955 through 1988 (1st Place only) Best of Show Bomb (American car 1954 and older)
Bomb Master Award – Master Craftsmanship 1954 & older (1st Place only) Best of Show Bomb Truck (American truck 1959 & older)
Bomb Master Truck Award – American Truck 1959 & older (1st Place only) Best of Show Truck
Best of Show Car
Lowrider Excellence Award (1st Place only)
Lowrider Excellence Award
Awarded to the vehicle that best exemplifies the Lowrider Movement. Award will be chosen by the judging staff based on craftsmanship, quality, detail, tastefulness, and overall appearance. This will be a 1st place trophy only at Tour Events and a monetary award at the Las Vegas Super Show Grand Finale (vehicle must participate in at least one current year Tour Event to qualify for Las Vegas Award.)
Lowrider Bomb Master (1954 & older)
Awarded to the vehicle that best exemplifies the Lowrider Movement. Award will be chosen by the judging staff based on craftsmanship, quality, detail, tastefulness, and overall appearance. This will be a 1st place trophy only at all Tour Events (vehicle must participate in at least one 2021 Tour Event to qualify for Las Vegas Award.).
Lowrider Bomb Master Truck (1959 & older)
Awarded to the vehicle that best exemplifies the Lowrider Movement. Award will be chosen by the judging staff based on craftsmanship, quality, detail, tastefulness and overall appearance. This will be a 1st place trophy only at all Tour Events (vehicle must participate in at least one current year Tour Event to qualify for Grand finale Award).
Classic Lowrider – 1955-1988 American Car. Awarded to the vehicle that best exemplifies the Lowrider movement. Award will be chosen by the judging staff based on craftsmanship, quality, detail, tastefulness, and overall appearance. This will be a 1st place trophy only at all Tour Events (vehicle to participate in at least one Tour event to Qualify for Las Vegas Award.)
Vehicles of the year may win their respected titles for an unlimited number of years.
Winners of “Best of Show” at a tour event or sanctioned show qualify for their category Vehicle of the Year. A tour “Best of Show” placing and a First-Place win at the Grand Finale Super Show makes a Vehicle of the Year. There is no limit as to how many times (either consecutively or non-consecutively) a title holder may win with the entry without making any major changes.
If the Lowrider of the Year Car, Truck, Bomb Car, Original or Traditional fails to compete at a Lowrider Events show, after winning a title, it must re-qualify to be eligible for the Lowrider of the Year title. A Lowrider of the Year vehicle cannot compete at a show if an invitation to exhibit has been extended and/or if said vehicle is on exhibition.
Once a vehicle qualifies at a tour event for the year, the Judges have the discretion to place another vehicle in the qualifying tier for the grand finale.
PRIZES
Class Prizes: Three trophies will be awarded in each class. In the event less than three cars compete in each class, only First or First and Second trophies will be awarded (minimum score required). In the event of a tie, each winner will receive a trophy.
Best of Show Prizes: Three prizes will be awarded in each category. A First, Second and Third Prize will be awarded in each class in the amounts listed on the Annual Las Vegas Best of Show Cash Awards” that has been posted at the Official website. In the event less than three cars compete in each class, only First or First and Second Prizes will be awarded. In the event of a tie, the winners will split the prize. For example, If two competitors tie for 1st, they split 1st & 2nd prize money and 3rd place prize money goes to next competitor. If three competitors tie for first, they split 1st, 2nd & 3rd prize money. If two competitors tie for 2nd, they split 2nd & 3rd place prize money. If two competitors tie for 3rd, they split 3rd place prize money. Except as provided herein, no additional prize money will be awarded. For prizes in the "Best of Show" categories, the vehicle must score a minimum of 150 points (or 110 points for Traditional Class and 80 points for Original Class). Winning vehicles receiving less than the required minimum number of points will receive only one-half (1/2) of the stated prize value. Judges have the discretion to hold monetary awards for exhibitors that score considerably lower than minimum requirements for cash pay outs. Lowrider Events or sanctioning bodies may alter or change cash awards for their event. Any awards presented at awards presentation must by collected by owner at the awards presentation or forfeit the award and or monies.
2023 Lowrider Motorcycle Classes
Traditional (Unmodified "Restored/Stock" Minor Accessories) Mild Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
Full Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
Vicla (Non-Touring Models i.e. Softail-Heritage-Sportster) Mild Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
Full Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
Vicla Bagger (Touring/Bagger Models i.e. Road King, Street Glide, Road Glide, Electra Glide) Mild Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
Full Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
Performance (any model modified for performance) Mild Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
Full Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
Special Interest
Mild Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place Full Custom 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
Best of Show Lowrider Motorcycle: Awarded to the motorcycle that best exemplifies the Lowrider Movement and Lowrider style build. If competitor does not reach 100 minimum points, that competitor will receive half (1/2) “Best of Show” prize.) Judges have the discretion to hold monetary awards for exhibitors that score considerably lower than minimum requirements for cash pay outs.
MOTORCYCLE POINT SYSTEM (motorcycle and alike type motorized special interest entries). CRAFTMANSHIP/DETAIL 20 FRAME MODS 20 PAINT 20 GRAPHICS 10 MURALS 10
STRIPING 10 USE OF ACCESSORIES 10 STEREO/ELECTRONICS 10 UPHOLSTERY 10
PLATING 10 ENGINE 20 WHEELS/TIRES 15 ENGRAVING 10 CUSTOM PARTS 15 DISPLAY
10
Total possible Points 200
Motorcycle exhibitors must follow established Exhibitor rules and safety guidelines on pages 1 through 3.
GENERAL
2023 Lowrider Bicycle Exhibitor Rules
REGISTRATION: All entries must be registered at the show office by starting time. Starting time will be posted at the registration table. Registration card must be on the bicycle and visible to the judges. It is the entrant's responsibility to ensure that the registration card is visible and properly completed within two (2) hours of registration. Judges, in their sole and absolute discretion, reserve the right to disqualify entry if registration card is not visible or properly completed within such time-period. There may be a five (5) point deduction from a bikes total score for an incomplete or missing judging card, cards must include the full name of the entrant (nick names are not permitted). All winners will be required to present a Social Security Card (or the Social Security Card of a parent or legal guardian in the event the winner is a minor) prior to receiving prize. Providing false or inaccurate information will be grounds for disqualification and or forfeiture of prize money. Entries must be ready to be judged two (2) hours after being assigned a space at the show. Entries with turntables or exceptionally intricate displays may be given more time, at the discretion of the judges. Bikes displayed in vendor booths are not eligible for competition.
CLASSIFICATION: The judges will enter your bicycles classification. See Section C below. If a bicycle is placed in the wrong class, it is the entrant's responsibility to notify a member of the Lowrider Events Staff. Questions or clarification should be presented to the Lowrider Events show staff by 3 p.m. on day of show. All classification will be determined at judges’ sole and absolute discretion based on modifications.
OPERABILITY: Bicycles, Tricycles, and Peddle Cars must be operable, meaning that the competing bicycle or tricycle must be able to (A) pedal its full circumference; (B) brake normally;
(C) make a left and right turn. Pedals need to be able to move the Pedal Car into motion. Pedal Cars with no pedals will be put into Non- Motorized Special Interest.
INFORMATION SHEET: While not required, entrants are advised to provide judges with an information sheet or book listing modifications made on bicycle.
ACCESS TO ENTRY: Judges must have access to bicycle, tricycle or entry for viewing purposes. 7. ACCESSORIES: Accessories are factory made or aftermarket parts.
SCORES: All score sheets will be available through Lowrider Events office. Score sheets are available to entrant only.
ALL EXHIBITION AND SAFETY RULES APPLY/DISQUALIFICATION: All entrants must
adhere to the "Exhibition and Safety Rules" of the Show, which are incorporated by reference herein. Failure to comply with any Exhibition and Safety Rule, or any Bicycle Exhibitor Rule may be ground for disqualification, at the sole and absolute discretion of the judges.
CATEGORIES/CLASSIFICATIONS
FOUR CATEGORIES: Bicycles and tricycles will be judged in these key areas:
FRAME: defined to cover all body modifications, paint, murals, striping, creativity and craftsmanship.
UPHOLSTERY: defined to cover all seat, detail, creativity, and craftsmanship.
PARTS: defined to cover all part modifications, engraving, wheels, plating (chrome, gold, etc.) original parts will also be awarded extra points due to the scarceness of parts.
ACCESSORIES: defined to cover use of mirrors, lights, etc., and any operable audio, operable hydraulics, or equipment, display, overall detail and quality (Must be operable.) All operable accessories must be mounted on Bike/Trike
TYPE OF MODIFICATIONS. Classifications will depend upon the degree of modifications, as follows:
Minor Bike/Trike Modifications: Examples: capping area behind seat, capping frame near crank, removal of center pipe, 2 stage paint, bolt-on seat, etc. Two minor frame modifications equal one major modification.
Major Bike/Trike Modifications: Examples: tanks, replacing center pipe, welded or molded skirts, custom paint (3 stage), custom upholstered seat, etc.
DEFINITIONS: Following are the classes to be judged. The judges will classify and judge all entries on a per-event basis. All classes are subject to change. Bicycles and Trikes are classified by the number of frame modifications.
ORIGINAL: Completely original or restored bicycle with no modifications. STREET CUSTOM: A bicycle or trike with no frame modifications.
(This includes store-bought bikes with no bondo or modifications on frame.)
MILD CUSTOM: A bicycle or trike with one major modification or less on the frame, custom upholstery, custom paint, aftermarket parts and a few custom parts. (Custom handlebars, forks, pedals, etc.)
SEMI CUSTOM: A bicycle or trike with two (2) major modifications on the frame and custom upholstery, etc.
FULL CUSTOM: A bicycle or trike with at least three (3) major modifications on the frame and custom upholstery, custom paint, etc.
RADICAL CUSTOM: A bicycle or trike with at least five (5) modifications on the frame with custom upholstery, custom paint and handcrafted custom parts.
Bicycle Classes 12-inch
1st, 2nd & 3rd place 16-inch
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom 20-inch
Original - Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Tricycle/Three-Wheeler Classes
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Semi Custom - Full Custom - Radical Custom Baby Trike
1st, 2nd & 3rd place 24 & 26-inch
1st, 2nd & 3rd place Peddle Cars
Street Custom - Mild Custom - Full Custom Special Interest
1st, 2nd & 3rd place Motorized Special interest 1st, 2nd & 3rd place
JUDGING
JUDGING BASED ON MODIFICATIONS. Every area will be judged on the extent of each modification. All modifications should be clearly visible or stated for evaluation.
DURING JUDGING PROCESS: Lighting, electrical display enhancements and turntables may be turned off while judging. Steps or path should be provided when using mirrors. No points will be deducted for a judging path purposely left for after-hours judging.
DISCREPANCIES: Must be settled after trophy presentation by bike owner only. No judging sheet will be changed or revised by anyone except the signing judge. No exhibitor is allowed on stage during or after trophy presentation except “Best of Show” winners. All score sheets will be available through Lowrider Events office. Score sheets are available to vehicle owner only. Entrants are not permitted to protest any decision of official/judges as their decisions are final and binding.
POINT SYSTEM. Judging of entries will be made on a point system. The criterion and points available are as noted below:
FRAME MODIFICATION 30 PAINT 25 CRAFTSMANSHIP/DETAIL 20 MURALS 15
WHEELS/TIRES 15 ACCESSORIES 15 CUSTOM PARTS 15 PINSTRIPING 15 DISPLAY 10
UPHOLSTERY 10 PLATING 10 GRAPHICS 10 ENGRAVING 10 TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS
200
AWARDS/PRIZES
For each category three trophies will be awarded
Best Overall Two Wheel Bike: see Las Vegas Best of Show Cash Awards” posted at the Official show website.
Best Overall Tricycle: see Las Vegas Best of Show Cash Awards” posted at the Official show website.
(Minimum 100 points to qualify for either class. If competitor does not reach minimum points, that competitor will receive half (1/2) “Best of Show” prize.) Judges have the discretion to hold monetary awards for exhibitors that score considerably lower than minimum requirements for cash pay outs.
The following Special Awards may also be offered:
Outstanding Paint; Outstanding Graphics; Outstanding Display; Outstanding Upholstery; Outstanding Use of Accessories; Outstanding Murals; Outstanding Body Modifications; Outstanding Plating; Outstanding Engraving; - Most Club Members (judged on number of bicycles attending)
A Bicycle/Tricycle can compete for Bike/Trike of the Year for an unlimited time.
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