Bikers Seek Thrills Working at Haunted House Attractions

The Thrill-Seeking Bikers Who Scare Haunted House Visitors

As Halloween approaches each year, haunted houses spring up across the country, aiming to frighten and delight horror fans. But who are the people behind the spooky characters that jump out to scare visitors in these haunted attractions? It may surprise you to learn that many of them are thrill-seeking bikers.

Bikers Love Adrenaline

Motorcycle enthusiasts are drawn to the thrill and excitement of life on two wheels. So it's only natural that many bikers also enjoy the adrenaline rush of working in haunted houses. Scaring people appeals to the same love of adventure that attracted them to motorcycles in the first place.

"It's a total thrill to hide in the dark and suddenly jump out at people," says Steve Austin, a long-time biker and haunted house actor. "I love the look of shock and surprise on their faces when I appear out of nowhere."

The Perfect Part-Time Job

For bikers, working in a haunted attraction is the ideal part-time job. Haunted houses are mainly open on evenings and weekends in the weeks leading up to Halloween. This fits perfectly with bikers' free time when they aren't riding their motorcycles.

"I can ride all day, then head over and scare people at night," says Miranda Jones, a real estate agent by day and creepy haunted house character by night. "It's the best of both worlds."

Haunted House Work Attracts Tough Bikers

Haunted houses look for workers who can handle the physical demands of scaring people for hours on end. That makes bikers - who tend to be strong and have high stamina from riding motorcycles - the perfect candidates.

"We need actors who can stay in character and keep the scares coming all night long," explains Ryan Miller, owner of the Chainsaw Massacre haunted house. "Bikers have the strength and endurance to do this demanding work."

The Costumes and Makeup

Many bikers are also drawn to haunted houses because of the elaborate costumes and makeup they get to wear on the job. Bikers appreciate the artistry and creativity involved in developing creepy characters.

"I've always loved horror movies and characters," comments Justin Rhodes, who plays an undead zombie biker at Gateway To Hell haunted house. "Being able to take on a whole new twisted persona is so fulfilling for me."

The Perfect Bad Boy Roles

Let's face it, bikers often have the bad boy image that makes them perfectly suited for villainous haunted house roles. With their leather jackets, tattoos and wild hair, they can easily adopt the look of terrifying characters.

"I basically get paid to be my wicked self, which is fun," laughs James Colton, who plays a violent chainsaw-wielding psycho this Halloween season. "People take one look at me and scream!"

The Fear Factor

Ultimately, the biggest appeal for bikers working in haunted houses is getting to scare the living daylights out of visitors.

"I'll never forget the feeling of a group of tough guys yelling and sprinting away when I jumped out of the shadows," says Tyler Owens with a wicked grin. "It's so satisfying to know I created true fear."

So if you're brave enough to visit a haunted attraction this Halloween, keep an eye out for motorcycle-loving thrill-seekers lurking in the darkness. Because for these bikers, your fright is their delight!

FAQs

Why do bikers like working in haunted houses?

Bikers are drawn to haunted house jobs because they satisfy their thirst for excitement and adrenaline rushes. The thrill of jumping out and scaring visitors appeals to bikers' sense of adventure.

What makes bikers well-suited for haunted house roles?

Bikers tend to have the stamina, strength, and tough attitude needed to handle the demanding work of scaring visitors for hours on end. Their bold style and appearance also lend themselves well to terrifying haunted house characters.

Do bikers have to tone down their personalities for these jobs?

No, in fact just the opposite! Haunted houses want actors who can really get into creepy, demented roles. Bikers are encouraged to tap into their "bad boy" image to frighten and unsettle visitors to the haunted attraction.