This was the first of our “big” costume projects, and what a door it opened up. The quest toward building this costume started at Celebration II’s Concert. During the Imperial March, I leaned over to Pam and whispered that the only thing that could make it better would be if stormtroopers came in. Almost immediately after I said that, all the doors slammed open and in came stormtroopers from the 501st Legion. I loved it! I knew at that point that I had to get involved in the 501st, and decided that I wanted to tackle a scout costume as my first project.
I picked up some strong advice and assistance on bikerscout.net in the beginning, and really have never looked back. I’m now on my third helmet upgrade, second cummerbund, second jumpsuit, and second pair of boots. Although it’s my oldest costume, it’s probably still my favorite one to wear, and it’s taken me to some amazing and unexpected places. With my scout costume I have participated in 2007’s Rose Parade, the granting of a child’s wish for Make A Wish, two Stormtrooper Olympics Competitions, four Modesto Bee interviews, a Lucasarts Party featuring Kool and the Gang in concert, a charity premiere of Revenge of the Sith, and uncountable other events, with many more to come.
The results of a photo shoot taken at my in-
This picture was taken during a small scale event held at Brenden Theatre in Modesto, CA.
Bravo Squad, 2007 Tournament of Roses Parade
Members of the Central California Garrison and Golden Gate Garrison with
George Lucas during dress rehearsal for the Rose Parade.
Of course, every so often, I like to kick back and take a little ride. This one didn’t go very far...I didn’t have two quarters with me to make it work.
This image was taken at Boomer’s Minature Golf and Amusement center in Modesto, CA.
On this day, we had the opportunity to race the go-
As you can see, Boba Fett just can’t keep up with a Scout who has a lead foot.
It’s important to keep hydrated. Those guys on Endor didn’t, and you saw what happened to them. Poor dehydrated souls couldn’t see the trees.
Were you aware that the Staples Center in Los Angeles is a no fly zone for speeder bikes? I wasn’t...and you can see what happened.
I didn’t let those pesky Rebels slow me down too much, though. As soon as I managed to get out of Rebel custody, I scored this ride and promptly got back to doing what all Scout Trooper’s do best: run into trees.
Trooper Olympics ~ Star Wars Celebration IV
