Still King of the Scene

Every February, custom truck fans from all corners of the country roll into Conroe, Texas for one of the biggest and baddest shows on the calendar. Lone Star Throwdown proved once again why it still holds the crown. From killer rides to great vibes, LST brought the heat and reminded everyone why it’s a can’t-miss event.

This year’s Throwdown was packed with over 2,000 registered vehicles—all pre-approved and pre-registered. No roll-ups are allowed. That rule might sound tough, but it keeps the show tight and manageable while still leaving room for the heavy hitters to shine. From slammed classics to lifted beasts, bagged daily drivers to full-blown show builds, every square inch of the Lone Star Expo Center was filled with custom steel and creativity.

As usual, the crowd started rolling in early as Thursday looked like Saturday at most shows. By the time Friday morning hit, the grounds were buzzing with everything from old-school C10s and OBS Chevys to wild one-off builds and detailed daily drivers. Vendor row stayed busy, and the energy never let up throughout the weekend.

The weather played nice too—clear skies and mid-70s all three days, which only made everything that much better. And with no mud or rain to worry about, the trucks stayed looking fresh and photo-ready.

The talk of the show? Lucille—a stunning Chevy C10 sitting on a Roadster Shop chassis and powered by a nasty supercharged Dart LSX motor. Built to impress and tuned to run, Lucille took home Best of Show honors without question. Every time we passed by, there was a crowd circling it, and for good reason. That truck is a masterpiece.

Even though we didn’t have a booth at the show this year, we were there checking out builds, catching up with builders, and grabbing content you’ll see in upcoming issues. Lone Star Throwdown never disappoints, and 2025 was no exception. If you haven’t been yet, add it to your list. And if you have—well, we’ll probably see you next year at the same time, at the same place.

From slammed classics to lifted beasts, bagged daily drivers to full-blown show builds, every square inch of the Lone Star Expo Center was filled with custom steel and creativity.

AWARDS

Best 4X4
Jason Asher, Hamilton, OH, 2017 Ford F-250

Best Debut
Bryan Summers, Conroe, TX, 1965 Ford F-100

Promoter’s Choice
Eddie Gordy Jr., Germanton, NC, 1991 Mazda B2200

Best American Car

Eric Livingston,
Corinth, TX, 1953 Cadillac Series 62

Best Classic Car

Zack Hughes, Colorado Springs, CO, 1951 Mercury Monterey

Best Classic Truck

Edward Ganzinotti, Montgomery, TX, 1956 Ford F-100

Best Of Show

Frank Walsh, Lake Havasu City, AZ, 1975 Chevrolet C10

AWARDS

Kyle “Pickle” Garza Memorial – Beth Briggs, Huffman, TX, 1959 Chevrolet Apache

Greg Miller Memorial – Billy McSwain, Rockwall, TX, 1962 Ford F-100 Unibody

Josh Coleman Memorial – Raunel Tejeda, College Station, TX, 1968 Chevrolet C10

Negative Camber Memorial – Shane Smith, Newnan, GA, 1966 Chevrolet C10

Air Lift Choice – Beth Briggs, Huffman, TX, 1959 Chevrolet Apache

All Out Offroad Choice – Bryan Summers, Conroe, TX, 1965 Ford F-100

American Force Choice – Sergio Cueto, Miami, FL, 1965 International Loadstar

Classic Truck Throwdown Choice – Roberto Juarez, Bethlehem, GA, 1955 Chevrolet Apache

Garage Gear Choice – Chance Frank, Elk City, OK, 2024 Chevrolet 3500

Grinder TV Choice – Mathew Stone, Highlands, TX, 1993 Toyota Pickup

Kicker Choice – Steven Statton, Claremore, OK, 2024 Cadillac Escalade V

MTI Choice – Cory Scott, Conroe, TX, 1985 Chevrolet Silverado

Philbuilt Choice – Rich “Dallas” Green, Lumberton, TX, 1958 Chevrolet Apache

PSE Choice – Bryan Summers, Conroe, TX, 1985 Ford F-350

Raceline Choice – Brett Hunsaker, Las Vegas, NV, 2000 Ford Ranger

Renegade Products Choice – Jacob Larson, Harwinton, CT, 2018 Ford F-250

Montgomery County PD Choice – Stephen Conyers, Gonzales, LA, 1997 GMC 1500

Hard Luck Award – Danielle Hamilton, Semmes, AL, 1992 Chevrolet S-10

Ladies Choice – Hunter Lauderdale, Magnolia, TX, 1966 Chevrolet C10

Longest Distance – Ethan Kennedy, Bend, OR, 2021 Ford F-450

Kids Choice – Ariel Flores-Ruiz, Albuquerque, NM, 2020 GMC Denali 2500 HD

Best Engine – Garrett Niss, Claremore, OK, 2006 Dodge Ram 2500

Best Interior – Earl Brignac, Houston, TX, 1986 Chevrolet Silverado

Best Paint – Manny Navarro, Peoria, AZ, 1967 Chevrolet C10

Best Engineered – Chris Demarco, Sanford, FL, 2024 Ford F-450

Best Graphics – Ryan Johnston, Surprise, AZ, 1996 Toyota Tacoma

Best Undercarriage – Troy York, The Woodlands, TX, 2023 Ford F-450

Best Under Construction – Christopher Esparza, Houston, TX, 1967 International Loadstar

Best Bike – Francisco Ynclan, San Antonio, TX, 2009 Harley Davidson Road King

Best Lowrider – Zach Pennock, Joshua, TX, 1963 Chevrolet Impala

Best Tow Pig – Thomas Fly, Gladewater, TX, 2024 Peterbilt 389X

Best Club – Aftermath

Best Female Owned – Valerie Pasamanick, Mims, FL, 2024 Ford F-350

Best 25-Year-Old & Under – Mason Nash, Piedmont, SD, 1970 Ford F-250

Best SUV – Jaime/Rico Martinez, Carlsbad, NM, 1974 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

Best Import Car – Brandie Eubank, Weatherford, TX, 1966 Volkswagen Bug Type 3