Now that I am spending my weekends in Randsburg with my new gallery, I am privileged to have an opportunity to observe. The desert valley become a city of RV’s and the recreation of the desert is off-roading. Some use motorcycles, some use 3 wheel ATV’s and some go all the way with 4 wheel luxury vehicles that roam the desert enjoying the sites and the freedom away from the city. As a desert lover, a lover of the natural- undeveloped un-marred desert, I prefer to travel on foot, horseback or an occasional 4 wheel drive to an area where I can do the other two.
Well, Randsburg has become the Mecca for this culture on the weekends. A respite in the dry, unforgiving desert. The White House Saloon and the General Store offer burgers and drinks both alcoholic and original soda fountain style. Or there is also the Joint if you are just wanting a cold one.
The groups that participate in this sport are just as varied as their vehicles. There are young men, families with children of all ages, including infants, even groups of men who during the week are running a corporation or working in sales. This sport attracts people from all lifestyles.
I am fascinated by the armor that is necessary or at least enjoyed by these groups. Helmets and breast plates, boots and leggings creating the the look of warriors going off to battle in mid-century 2001 Space Odyssey. So the desert has much to offer, including fulfilling your latest Mad Max fantasy. Come on out and enjoy!