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The utilitarian and economic benefits of the Vespa motorscooter were obvious upon its introduction in 1946. But riders also quickly embraced the Vespa's less-obvious social benefits. Clubs were formed to organize local rides, races, tours, mechanical co-ops, and social events. Scooterists found common bonds beyond their choice of transportation.
Scootering’s popularity in the United States ebbs and flows, but there has been a devoted community of scooter enthusiasts riding and celebrating the Vespa since the 1950s. The VCOA is America’s longest-running national club, in its 30th year. VCOA-Chicago is one of the VCOA's first (and largest) local chapters, with more than 60 members.
Whatever scooter you ride, VCOA-Chicago invites you to join the diverse Chicagoland scootering community. We encourage you to get involved, get excited about scootering, and become a part of scooter culture’s rich history.
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Join VCOA Today!
Join thousands of American scooterists in the VCOA! National membership includes VCOA-Chicago membership and goodies, Sign up today for the following benefits:
New Members Receive:
- Personalized membership card
- Embroidered VCOA patch
- Embroidered VCOA-Chicago patch
- Two VCOA emblem decals, and…
Annual Benefits:
- 25-Mile roadside assistance program Program
- An enamel anniversary pin, different for each year of membership
- Members-Only Discounts with Retailers
- Amerivespa and Vintage Vespa Days registration discounts
- Access to members-only content on VCOA website
- Monthly National email newsletter
- Monthly Chicago email newsletter
All only $35/year! Sign up now!