Re: 2nd Annual PackardInfo.com River Fun Run in Laughlin, NV
Posted by Jim On 2012/11/12 22:05:19
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The climb into the cave above was tough; the drop getting back out apparently had the folks watching from across the wash a little worried. Admittedly, I was the dare devil in the top of the image, My brother Mike (Mike owns a '40 110 convertible coupe) was the dare devil below. Exploring Kev's tour site was really fun. Everyone seemed very interested because it was so accessible to see, yet such a historically significant site.
The meet was really fun! Don't let Kev fool anyone, he does plenty. It's so rewarding to see Packard Info proudly displayed in bright lights on the marquee.
We had a blast pre-running the tour destinations, especially doing the dirt road at 35ish MPH in the '40. I really didn't know we would be doing dirt road touring, and had only installed the engine shield and radiator air deflectors shortly before leaving for this event. Was sure glad I did.
Meeting everyone from last years event was great, and meeting new folks from here was a treat. I echo Kevin's synopsis of how nice it was to be with folks, ride around together experiencing every facet of Packarding.
It also bears mentioning that our Packard friends on the final leg of the PI national tour were big contributors to the success of this gathering. A special thanks to Jay Johnson and Gary Osko for their hand in making this happen. There seemed to be great mutual benefit from this joint gathering, as many of the members of PI had not been aware of Packard Info, and conversely, folks from Packard Info were not aware of Packard's International and local regions. A win-win it would seem!
With that said, the banquet turned out well, with the awards well received. One note worthy mention is that Jay Johnson's beautiful '56 Caribbean was the Don Laughlin award recipient this year.
The only mishap was of course not with the Packard, but with a relatively new radial tire on the Packard Info trailer. Not with the nearly 15 or so year old bias ply tire on the Packard. I hate radials. Hahaha
This was really fun! It was great being with everyone and making new friends!!!
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Image 76 really puts things in perspective. I'm glad the rocks stayed firmly attached while the daredevils out for exercise were under them.
The climb into the cave above was tough; the drop getting back out apparently had the folks watching from across the wash a little worried. Admittedly, I was the dare devil in the top of the image, My brother Mike (Mike owns a '40 110 convertible coupe) was the dare devil below. Exploring Kev's tour site was really fun. Everyone seemed very interested because it was so accessible to see, yet such a historically significant site.
The meet was really fun! Don't let Kev fool anyone, he does plenty. It's so rewarding to see Packard Info proudly displayed in bright lights on the marquee.
We had a blast pre-running the tour destinations, especially doing the dirt road at 35ish MPH in the '40. I really didn't know we would be doing dirt road touring, and had only installed the engine shield and radiator air deflectors shortly before leaving for this event. Was sure glad I did.
Meeting everyone from last years event was great, and meeting new folks from here was a treat. I echo Kevin's synopsis of how nice it was to be with folks, ride around together experiencing every facet of Packarding.
It also bears mentioning that our Packard friends on the final leg of the PI national tour were big contributors to the success of this gathering. A special thanks to Jay Johnson and Gary Osko for their hand in making this happen. There seemed to be great mutual benefit from this joint gathering, as many of the members of PI had not been aware of Packard Info, and conversely, folks from Packard Info were not aware of Packard's International and local regions. A win-win it would seem!
With that said, the banquet turned out well, with the awards well received. One note worthy mention is that Jay Johnson's beautiful '56 Caribbean was the Don Laughlin award recipient this year.
The only mishap was of course not with the Packard, but with a relatively new radial tire on the Packard Info trailer. Not with the nearly 15 or so year old bias ply tire on the Packard. I hate radials. Hahaha
This was really fun! It was great being with everyone and making new friends!!!
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