Eric Gorges

Like his hometown of Detroit, Eric’s story is one of repurposing and rebuilding. After a devastating health crisis in the late ‘90s, Eric, a self- confessed IT nerd, walked away from a lucrative corporate career for good. At that period in his life, he knew three very simple things; he loved bikes, he loved working with his hands and he needed a job. He sought out one of the best metal shapers in the country and eventually signed on as his apprentice. Starting in the business from the ground floor up, with Ron as his handcrafting guru, Eric started working on vintage cars and building “one of a kind” hot rods. In April of 1999, with years of building and design work under his belt, he decided to strike out on his own and Voodoo Choppers was born. In a disposable world, he regards craftsmanship as a lasting and loving legacy to future generations.