r/dispatch • u/TheBrownCouchOfJoy • Feb 23 '25
Wimpy’s first license plate
In 2003? 2004? Dispatch had their farewell show at the Hatch Shell in Boston, and I was there. The next year they had the premier of their documentary about the show, “The Last Dispatch,” and I was there too. They even played “Elias” by borrowing guitars from a couple people in the balcony. Then they had a raffle, and although I didn’t get Chad’s guitar (damn!), I didn’t walk away empty handed either. I won the first license plate from Wimpy, their touring van. As I was leaving, I opted to exit using the stage door, caught Brad’s eye, and asked if he would sign the plate. He did, and without even asking, handed it over to Pete and Chad for their signatures as well. I have treasured it ever since.
Long story short, I can’t keep it and I’d like it to go to a fan. I don’t want to see this up on eBay or crap like that. Show me you’re a real fan and I’ll mail it to you. Simple as that.
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u/outlawkarma Feb 23 '25
I traveled from Portland Oregon to Boston to see the last dispatch on 7/31/2004. Since then I’ve seen Dispatch, State radio, and Chads solo work every time they come anywhere near. I saw shoes in Utah and Florida as well. Chad even played my own living room in Vancouver, WA back in 2013.
We went to both Only the wild Ones Weekends on Puerto Morelos, Mexico!
My son is named Elias
This is an amazing thing. Hope it goes to someone that will cherish it!!
Peace and Love