Yes, there is a Croatia Bike Week and it has been running during the last 22 years! After the horrible war of independence that effectively ended in August 1995 with a decisive victory of Croatia, this small country of 4.25 million at the crossroads of Central Europe, Southeast Europe, and the Mediterranean has fully recovered and is now one of the preferred riding destination of many Austrian, Italian, Greek & German bikers. Kudos to Boris Pratnekar, publisher of Biker’s World” the only Balkan-State Custom Motorcycles magazine for organizing the Croatia Bike Week and to Custom Chrome Europe stepping in as the sponsor for prizes and trophies awarded to the bike show winners.
To be mentioned: Charlie Beaton of “No Nonsense Choppers” and his son won both “Best Chopper” and “Best of Show”. The criteria “clean bike” was not an issue for the judges because the bikes were ridden about 7000 miles (12,000 km) on a trip through all Europe and on the route to Croatia. Charlie’s short comment: “I didn’t expect that!” The winner of the “Best Harley” trophy got awarded not just for his bike but for the fact that he was coming from Rock River/Illinois! Croatia Bike Week is held in the city of Pula whose surrounding region is known for its mild climate, smooth sea, and unspoiled nature. A few (try few) postcards, but now you know that this event exists. (photos @ H. Roesler)
What a great mix of bikes! Love it.
Sweet! Great pics! peace
the Europeans dont seem to be into the 30 inch baggers
I like the motorboat pictured above, appears to be same type as in the latest James Bond movie, I like it.
Where are the beautiful women from that country!!!!
Bucket List trip !!!