Viet Cong Rat

[6ixty 6ix]

During the Vietnam War (or conflict, if you prefer), the Viet Cong received supplies (food, ammunition, etc) by way of the rat rod bike. These bikes were cobbled together to brave the infamous Ho Chi Minh trail- an intricate, treacherous pathway cut through the jungles of Laos and Cambodia. This was one of those (actual) bikes. It is currently on display at the Museum of American History in Washington D.C.

I took these pictures over the 4th of July holiday, and thought someone here might be interested in seeing it. Enjoy.

 

[6ixty 6ix]

 

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[6ixty 6ix]

So, anyone ready to build a “HoChi Ride”? 8)

 

[Rooski]

I'm really digging that headlight!

 

[6ixty 6ix]

I'm really digging that headlight!

Yeah, and it doubles as a molotov cocktail in an emergency! :mrgreen:

 

[user 135]

Definately some ideas here. Most of the out of neccessity. The fork and headlight combo is great.

 

[C.S.]

Thanks for sharing this. I heard the story several times but I never knew what those bikes looked like.