Credit: Sandy Carson

The not-always-elusive Thong Rider may have won his “Best of Austin” in 2012, but he’s been strutting (or, rather, spinning) his stuff across Austin for years.

Best Thong: Thong Rider

Like a shooting star, Thong Rider appears in Clarksville, on East Sixth, or the Lamar Pedestrian Bridge, or in your dreams with a flash of a smile and flashy underwear to match. If you spot him, he’ll brighten up your day. And before you know it, he’s riding off, without a care in the world, to spread his cheeky cheer to all the girls and boys. Next time you see him, make a wish.

All around town. In a thong.

Dig through our archives and choose your own “Best of Austin” adventure here. The brand spankin’ new 2013 “Best of Austin” issue hits stands Thursday, September 12.

This article appears in August 30 • 2013.

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