Wilder Rides

05/09/2026

An official Route 66 Centennial photography project documenting America’s most iconic highway as it turns 100. Preorders directly fund the cross country journey and book creation.

02/26/2026

🚚🔧 Update on Anthony's Route 66 Truck Build! 🔧🚚

We're in the final stretch now, and with only a few weeks left, the pressure is on! But fear not - our talented team at Wilder Rides is on it. 💪 They've tackled projects like this before, and we have full faith that we’ll get it done in time!

A huge shoutout to JEGS Performance for stepping in at the last minute to sponsor Anthony with the final parts he needs. 🙌
Their support couldn’t have come at a better time! Once those parts arrive, it’s all about assembling everything, and we know it will come together quickly.

Make sure to follow along on this incredible journey! And if you haven’t preordered the upcoming coffee table book yet, now's the time! Your support will not only help fund Anthony's trip but will also help us publish this amazing book. 📚✨

https://www.anthonyschmidtphotography.com

Stay tuned for more updates!

02/11/2026

Great products for keeping your ride cool 😎

02/09/2026

🎉 It's like Christmas came early for Anthony this week! 🎄

Yesterday, an incredible package arrived from Detroit Steel Wheel - new rims that are going to look absolutely 🔥 on the truck!

And if that wasn't enough, TODAY another box showed up from Champion Cooling Systems with a brand new cooling system!

It's absolutely amazing watching how the community is rallying around Anthony in these final weeks. Companies are literally swooping in to help get this build across the finish line just in time for his Route 66 trip coming up in a few weeks! 🛣️✨

This is what happens when people believe in your dream. The support has been overwhelming and we couldn't be more grateful. 💙

Huge shoutout to Blake and Joe at Wilder Rides - these guys are putting in the work around the clock to make this happen. True legends! 🙌

The finish line is in sight... Let's get it done! 💪🔧

02/03/2026

Big news! We’re thrilled to welcome JEGS Performance as Anthony’s official sponsor for the final stretch of our Route 66 truck build. Their generous support couldn’t have come at a better time - now we can wrap up the last parts with eight weeks to go. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you, JEGS - see you all on the Mother Road!

01/28/2026

Hey everyone - thanks so much for sticking with us on this wild ride! It’s been a minute since our last update, so here’s where we’re at with Anthony’s Route-66 build:

• Timeline & Teamwork • We’ve got about eight weeks left until departure, and the Wilder Rides crew is all-in to make it happen. Between fab work, body prep, engine tuning and those finishing touches, there’s no room for “good enough.” Every wrench turn and late-night shop session counts!

• Amazing Partner Support • Detroit Steel Wheels is supplying a fresh set of rims - exactly the vintage look we wanted, with modern strength. • Vintage Air has stepped up with a full A/C to keep us cool on long desert drives. Champion Cooling Systems is providing the cooling system for the engine. Those three contributions alone have saved us thousands and kept us on schedule.

• The Road Ahead • In April we’ll roll out onto Route 66 for a two-week shoot, capturing every mile for the photo book. Our goal is to have the layout locked in and off to press by early summer so backers can hold the final book in their hands before the summer travels kick off.

We couldn’t do any of this without your support. Every pledge helps cover parts, labor, fuel, and travel costs - and keeps the momentum rolling. If you haven’t yet, please share this project with friends who love classic trucks, road-trip adventures, or coffee-table books. We’d love to bring a few more folks aboard before we hit the road.

You can pre-order Anthony's Route 66 book at:
https://www.anthonyschmidtphotography.com/products/route-66-working-title-future-coffee-table-book?variant=50987491492123

Stay tuned for more shop-floor photos, behind-the-scenes video, and a first look at our Route 66 itinerary. We’re nervous, excited, and honored to have you riding shotgun with us. Here’s to the trip of a lifetime - and a book you’ll treasure for years to come!

• Anthony + the Wilder Rides Crew

12/17/2025