Amery Airport Autocross and Straight-Away Speed Run

[tmhazen]

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*** MODERN CAR REGISTRATION SOLD OUT ***
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I still have room for vintage (1979 or older) cars, but as of Friday night, June 8th, the modern car spots are filled for the "Amery II" event on June 23rd, sorry.

You can register for "Amery III" to be held on August 25th. Phil Ethier is already signed up for that one!


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You are cordially invited to the

Second Annual Amery Airport Autocross and Straight-Away Speed Run

Saturday, June 23, 2007 (rain date Sunday, June 24)

Registration opens at 8:00am, closes at 10:00am

MANDATORY DRIVERS MEETING 10:00am

If you are not present and registered by 10:00am, you will NOT drive the course!

Turn quickly through the orange cones of the autocross, then straighten 'er out for the 1/2 mile taxiway top speed run. Our state-of-the-art and precisely calibrated stopwatch/walkie-talkie system will measure your time on the course, and a radar gun will capture your top speed.

Drivers must be 18+, sign waiver, pass on-site tech inspection, wear helmet (Bring a Snell 85 or newer - we'll have some loaners)

The course is entirely paved. Drivers will run in the order their paid registrations are received. We will try to give everyone four runs, more if time permits.

CORNER WORKERS NEEDED! Want to get close to the action but not drive? Like to wave flags and blow whistles? Free treats and free lunch provided to all volunteers. Space is limited, so call Tom now to reserve your coveted place among the cones.

Directions: The simple route is 94 East into Wisconsin, take the Baldwin Hwy 63 exit, turn left heading north on Hwy 63 which eventually becomes Hwy 46. The airport is on your left before you get to Amery. For a more scenic drive, from the northeast corner of 694, take Hwy 36 East into downtown Stillwater, turn right and take the old drawbridge over the St. Croix into Wisconsin, following Hwy 64 East. Stay on 64 past Somerset and through New Richmond, then turn left onto Hwy 46 North.

BRING THE KIDS! Helmeted passengers 16+ will be allowed on all runs.

Breakfast and lunch will again be served by the highly acclaimed Girl Scout Troop of Amery.

Important Legal Notice: Despite all precautions taken, this event remains dangerous and may result in property damage, serious injury, or death. Drivers, spectators, and workers enter at their own risk.

Advance registration (deadline June 22) $30 per driver. $15 for Austin-Healey Club members. Make check payable to the Minnesota Austin-Healey Club and mail to Tom Hazen, 130 East 18th Street #202, Mpls, MN 55403. Or pay via PayPal adding $1 service charge to myliberty@comcast.net. Day of event registration will cost $10 more. Sorry, no refunds.

Driver________________
Year, make, model, color, requested car number______________
Email and phone________________

See you on the runway!

Questions? Contact Tom Hazen at 612-237-1883
or myliberty@comcast.net

This event is brought to you by the Minnesota Austin-Healey Club.

For a full-color flier suitable for framing, please see page eight of this document:
http://mnhealey.com/mnhealey/newsletter/Healey%20Enthusiast%20June%202007.pdf

[Tyro]

See you there Tom. Thanks for coordinating these fun events!

Jess

[tmhazen]

By the way, according to maps.google.com and the ruler I used on my computer screen, the Amery Airport taxiway that we will be using is about 2800 feet long, or just over 1/2 mile, when the "ramp" or plane parking area is included. After the autocross section of the course that Paul will design, we will have a straight-away acceleration section of about 1600 feet with the rest reserved for braking and cool down. If you know what your car will do in a 1/4 mile which is 1320 feet, the extra 300 feet or so should add some fun.

Last year Paul did a great job of setting up a course that really rewarded drivers on the straight-away when they took the last turn correctly. I'm sure he will have something similarly ingenious this year.

I instruct at high performance driving schools at full speed road racing tracks, and we all know that the turn just before the longest straight is the most important one on the track!

We won't be using the main runway because it needs to stay open for plane traffic. In fact, I have two friends that will probably fly in during the day. Check out the flier on page 8 of the link above to see one of them!

[weidnerpaul]

Last year Paul did a great job of setting up a course that really rewarded drivers on the straight-away when they took the last turn correctly. I'm sure he will have something similarly ingenious this year.

I'm blushing...

Just a heads up that the AX part will be a little more open this time around and a bit shorter as well as the goal is to focus on the high speed part more and to have time to allow more runs as well. I believe that we will only time the AX section this year plus the radar gun readout for the top end speed portion.

I'm looking for 3-4 MAC'ers to volunteer and come early to help set up the course, same as last year - the ones that help will also run the course a couple times during setup while I observe to refine the course. Please post here if interested...

Paul

[Tyro]

I'd be happy to show up early for setup!

Jess

[tmhazen]

Full Disclosure: Jess is signed up to be a driver. Been practicin', eh? :)

[skeltd1]

This sounds really fun. Are there any special safety precautions we should be taking for higher speeds? Tire pressures, good night sleep, etc.

Dennis

[weidnerpaul]

This sounds really fun. Are there any special safety precautions we should be taking for higher speeds? Tire pressures, good night sleep, etc.

Dennis

Doubt your Me-Ta-Ta will get going too fast in a 1/4 mile + 300 feet, however there are a few night before items you might try:

Ankle extension exercises (to push accelerator harder and faster). The more weight you use the faster you'll go the next day!

Visualization exercises (imagine yourself with the certificate stating that you were the fastest driver of the day)

A good nights sleep without the hot toddy to drift off.

Hope this helps!

Paul

PS. Showing up early to set up wouldn't hurt either.
(hint hint)

[SlowSwede]

Signed up.

The event this weekend was a blast, too. Thanks again for all those that helped out.

Paul, I will let you know closer to the event if I can come out early (what time were you thinking?)

Chris

[somepunk22]

Signed up. I should be there early as well. Car: TBD. :lol:

[weidnerpaul]

Signed up. I should be there early as well. Car: TBD. :lol:

The Tricar might be ready by then if your car isn't...
:lol:


Paul, I will let you know closer to the event if I can come out early (what time were you thinking?)
Chris

7:30 or so

First four firm helpers get the bennies!
So far thats:
Jess
Dan

[fitz]

This sounds really fun. Are there any special safety precautions we should be taking for higher speeds? Tire pressures, good night sleep, etc.

Dennis

Hit the bathroom before your run.

[murph]

Hit the bathroom before your run.

I like to call my redbull-induced afternoon dumps "weight reduction". :D

[phile]

I like to call my redbull-induced afternoon dumps "weight reduction". :D

TMI :rolleyes:

[tmhazen]

This sounds really fun. Are there any special safety precautions we should be taking for higher speeds? Tire pressures, good night sleep, etc.

Dennis

Wide open until you see GOD, then brake! Just don't do what you're doing in your avatar photo please.

[speedyham]

Whheeeee! This is going to be great. Just signed up. :)

[Blue03CivicSi]

Just don't do what you're doing in your avatar photo please.

Randy at Central Parking?

[tmhazen]

I started this thread just yesterday and already six of you guys have paid registration. Thanks!

Now if I could just get six all-day corner workers. Free treats and free Girl Scout lunch for the lucky workers!

[weidnerpaul]

I started this thread just yesterday and already six of you guys have paid registration. Thanks!

Now if I could just get six all-day corner workers. Free treats and free Girl Scout lunch for the lucky workers!

Tom,
Do you have any restrictions on number of new vs classics at this event?
Paul

[tmhazen]

I would like to stay under 60 cars total with at least half older than 1980, so I will probably cap modern car registration at 30. We are a vintage club, after all.

I also have it on good authority that a certain Lamborghini Murcielago will be joining us for the fun at Amery. Just a little more eye candy for ya.

[ricksellner]

I just emailed Tom I'll try to make it out again it was very fun last year.

[weidnerpaul]

I just emailed Tom I'll try to make it out again it was very fun last year.


Gonna have the Sellner Sweeper again..

[ricksellner]

Check is in mail (hehe) No pun intended.Paul please don't pressure me like that.When you do that I'll have to drive good.

[Thornton888]

All signed up, sounds like fun! :]

[tmhazen]

You guys are gonna bring the PayPal server to its knees! As of tonight I only have SEVEN spots remaining for modern (1980 or younger) cars.

Let me be clear that REGISTERED = PAID. I have to receive your PayPal or your check. Words mean nothing to me, sorry. I am confirming everyone's registration via email. If you think you're registered but you haven't received an email from me, you're probably not registered yet.

When modern car registration is full, I will post the news. But all is not lost. Amery III will happen on August 25th!

[weidnerpaul]

Check is in mail (hehe) No pun intended.Paul please don't pressure me like that.When you do that I'll have to drive good.

Sellner Sweeper and Mullet Mauler
:rockon

[phile]

But all is not lost. Amery III will happen on August 25th!

And I am already registered for that one.

[tmhazen]

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*** MODERN CAR REGISTRATION SOLD OUT ***
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I still have room for vintage (1979 or older) cars, but as of Friday night, June 8th, the modern car spots are filled for the "Amery II" event on June 23rd, sorry.

You can register for "Amery III" to be held on August 25th. Phil Ethier is already signed up for that one!

And you can still be a corner worker on June 23rd. I need several.

[Silver_Shark]

Dang!!! Missed out on having an old enough car by one year. :flame:

So why 1980? And will the cut off be 1981 next year? Or should I start looking for an older Vette now? :?

[tmhazen]

Just sign up for the August 25th event. You'll be fine.

My 1980 cut-off has been in place for several years. Once Reagan got elected, something intangible changed in the auto industry. 1979 was the last year for the MG Midget, MGB, and other cool vintage cars.

But yes, you should get an older Vette. Everybody knows early 70s Vettes are WAY cooler than the 80s models. :)

[Thornton888]

Did I make the cut? Sent in registration / money through paypal a few days back but haven't received an e-mail. If you could check for me that would be great.

Thanks. :)

[SmokingTires]

'79 or older? So my 24 year old Corolla is considered modern? AWWW!

[EWAustin]

'79 or older? So my 24 year old Corolla is considered modern? AWWW!

Mike, Just because a car is as old as me doesn't mean it's a classic:lol:

[Silver_Shark]

My 1980 cut-off has been in place for several years. Once Reagan got elected, something intangible changed in the auto industry. 1979 was the last year for the MG Midget, MGB, and other cool vintage cars.

But yes, you should get an older Vette. Everybody knows early 70s Vettes are WAY cooler than the 80s models. :)

I had never considered the effect of Reagan on the British auto industry. Generally speaking a US President has little effect until years into their term. That said, the election of Reagan did have an effect on the Iran Hostage Crisis, so one must consider the possibility. If it were me speculating then I'd have to give due consideration to the usury rates under Carter (Jimmy Carter killed my small business in 1980). My knowledge is limited to the US though, and I'll have to do some digging to see what was going on in the UK.

Back on point - if Reagan is the cut off, then I submit that he took office in January 1981, and therefore 1980 model year cars should be allowed as a "cool vintage car". Or if we look at the election then cars made prior to November 1980 would be allowed, meaning the cut off would be the 1981 model year.

Argument #2 - the Corvette had the same chassis from 1963 to 1982, and therefore under the skin they all have very similar capabilities. The older cars have a slight weight advantage due to not having steel I-beams in the doors and no bumpers to speak of. Therefore since Corvette's made 1963 through 1982 have a chassis designed in the late '50's they should be considered "vintage". Maybe more archaic.

Argument #3 - Since my car was made in late 1979 as a 1980 model year vehicle, then I submit it is within the cut off for cool vintage vehicles.

As for older 'Vettes being more cool - it's all in the eye of the beholder. For me its 1963-1973 are cool, 1974-1979 not so much, then 1980-1982 back to cool. That droop tail look just leaves me uninspired.

[MacDubois]

Boo!, I really wanted to play...next year I'll have to be quicker on the draw I guess. I have an 84 Mercedes I could maybe bring? Any leeway for second term cars?

[ricksellner]

I'm in bring on the mullet mauler and sellner sweeper (hehe)

[tmhazen]

Did I make the cut? Sent in registration / money through paypal a few days back but haven't received an e-mail. If you could check for me that would be great.

Thanks. :)

I'm pretty sure I sent you a reply email the day you registered. I check when I'm home tonight.

[tmhazen]

Boo!, I really wanted to play...next year I'll have to be quicker on the draw I guess. I have an 84 Mercedes I could maybe bring? Any leeway for second term cars?

You don't have to wait for next year. We're having a second airport run on August 25th. You can register for that one now.

[tmhazen]

I had never considered the effect of Reagan on the British auto industry. Generally speaking a US President has little effect until years into their term. That said, the election of Reagan did have an effect on the Iran Hostage Crisis, so one must consider the possibility. If it were me speculating then I'd have to give due consideration to the usury rates under Carter (Jimmy Carter killed my small business in 1980). My knowledge is limited to the US though, and I'll have to do some digging to see what was going on in the UK.

Back on point - if Reagan is the cut off, then I submit that he took office in January 1981, and therefore 1980 model year cars should be allowed as a "cool vintage car". Or if we look at the election then cars made prior to November 1980 would be allowed, meaning the cut off would be the 1981 model year.

Argument #2 - the Corvette had the same chassis from 1963 to 1982, and therefore under the skin they all have very similar capabilities. The older cars have a slight weight advantage due to not having steel I-beams in the doors and no bumpers to speak of. Therefore since Corvette's made 1963 through 1982 have a chassis designed in the late '50's they should be considered "vintage". Maybe more archaic.

Argument #3 - Since my car was made in late 1979 as a 1980 model year vehicle, then I submit it is within the cut off for cool vintage vehicles.

As for older 'Vettes being more cool - it's all in the eye of the beholder. For me its 1963-1973 are cool, 1974-1979 not so much, then 1980-1982 back to cool. That droop tail look just leaves me uninspired.

Your arguments, though erudite, have failed to convince me to change the policy, sorry. The Minnesota Austin-Healey Club is a vintage car club with vintage car insurance. Our events need to maintain a vintage flavor to qualify for that insurance. I get enough grief from the old guard for letting in anything other than Austin-Healeys, let alone other British sports cars from the 50s and 60s, let alone other vintage European vehicles, let alone modern European cars, let alone modern Japanese and American rides, let alone modern racing go-karts! The modern/vintage line is arbitrary, of course, but it had to be drawn somewhere, so I have hereby decreed that the 70s and earlier are vintage, the 80s and newer are modern. Now if I change that for you by one year, someone else will ask for a two year exception, then five, then pretty soon the insurance company will cancel our policy because we're not running vintage events any more. I can't take that risk. They are happy with the current rules and so am I. Sorry you're not.

Also, registration for this event has been open for several weeks, and info about it has been posted on this forum for several days. 30 other modern car owners managed to register before their class sold out. Sorry you didn't make it in time.

I encourage you to register for the Aug 25th Amery Airport event before that one sells out. Still lots of space for modern cars there. Same deal.

Feel free to show up at the airport on June 23rd (rain date June 24th) to spectate, pick cones, catch rides, and eat great Girl Scout food! If (and it's a big "if") on the day of the event I don't get enough vintage cars to fill the 60-car roster, I will re-open registration for modern cars on a first-come-first-served basis.

[phile]

Reminds of the hassle MSRA had with the Back to the 50s. Event is for 1964 and earlier model-year cars. People were constantly bringing in Mustangs claiming they were 1964-1/2 cars. Solution is simple. New literature says:

No scooters.
No bicycles.
No skates.
No lawn-chair parking.
No burnouts.
No flame-thowing.
No pets.
ABSOLUTELY NO MUSTANGS.

Sue and I are happy that 1962 Triumph TR4 cars are IN. Ours is the white one, not the blue one.

[Silver_Shark]

Well, I gave it my best shot. I may show up anyway, depending on whether I can side step the obstacles the family may throw in the way.

- Paul (driving a Corvette made in the 11th month of 1979)

[SlowSwede]

Well, I gave it my best shot. I may show up anyway, depending on whether I can side step the obstacles the family may throw in the way.

- Paul (driving a Corvette made in the 11th month of 1979)

You should come regardless, it's pretty fun.

- Chris (driving a 9-3 made in the second month of 2003)

[CDeutsch]

Well, I gave it my best shot. I may show up anyway, depending on whether I can side step the obstacles the family may throw in the way.

- Paul (driving a Corvette made in the 11th month of 1979)

Keep your eye out for cancellations as well. I just ordered a ton of parts for my car and I may cancel if the car isn't together.

[tmhazen]

Did I make the cut? Sent in registration / money through paypal a few days back but haven't received an e-mail. If you could check for me that would be great.

Thanks. :)

Yes you did. I emailed your confirmation on June 7th. Just PMed you too.

[tmhazen]

Just a quick note to say that I still have PLENTY of room for VINTAGE (70s or older) car registrations.

Modern car guys who weren't able to register before the sell out: Keep watching this thread for cancellations. My "no refund" policy means anyone who needs to cancel will want to sell their spot to someone else.

There's also a possibility that on the day of the event I still won't have enough vintage cars registered, and will therefore re-open modern car registration on a first come first served basis (no waiting list) in order to fill the roster. Can't say for sure how likely that is at this point. It depends on how many of the vintage car guys decide to show up on the morning of the event. They could fill the roster, or they could leave me with 15 open spots.

If you know for sure that you can make the Aug 25th event, I would highly recommend registering for that right away. Several modern car owners have already put down money for August. Don't delay, and don't whine when August modern car registration sells out before you get in. You have been warned!

Good luck!

[weidnerpaul]

(Bump)

I'm looking for 3-4 MAC'ers to volunteer and come early to help set up the course, same as last year - the ones that help will also run the course a couple times during setup while I observe to refine the course. Please post here if interested...


Now four volunteers to help with setup:
Jess
Dan
Chris - Cendres
Tami - knows Cendres

We're good to go!

Setup time will start between 7:30 and 8:00

Thanks!

Paul

[cendres]

Another (tentative) Chris for setup. I'll know by Wednesday AM!

Edit: I'm confirmed, along with GF Tami

[phile]

I'm looking for 3-4 MAC'ers to volunteer and come early to help set up the course

I'm going to Back To The 50s. See you at the August event.

[SlowSwede]

Can't make it. BOO! But a guy name Dan, who has volunteered at the last few hill climbs is going to take my spot.

Have a blast guys.

[weidnerpaul]

Can't make it. BOO! But a guy name Dan, who has volunteered at the last few hill climbs is going to take my spot.

Have a blast guys.

It'll be more fun w/o you!
;)
J/K!!!

[phile]

It'll be more fun w/o you!
;)
J/K!!!

Would you be referring to his performance at the hillclimb? You know, where Chris was 8th and you were tied for 9th, just .06 behind?

(full disclosure, I was 15th in the stock Miata, lagging way behind these guys)

[weidnerpaul]

Would you be referring to his performance at the hillclimb? You know, where Chris was 8th and you were tied for 9th, just .06 behind?

(full disclosure, I was 15th in the stock Miata, lagging way behind these guys)

It was more on general principles (I seem to like to try to annoy him) but you may be onto something here that was deep in my subconsious...

[tmhazen]

Calling all cone-picking guys and hot girls:

I am in desperate need of workers and flag girls for this Saturday!

Free lunch from the Girl Scouts if you agree to arrive by 9:00am and stay til 5:00pm

I especially need someone I can trust to operate the radar gun at the finish line. It's a lonely job, but so very important. Surely one of you would enjoy having a Lamborghini Murcielago driving straight at you at over 120 mph!

Please call me at 612-237-1883 if you can help.

Thanks!

[ricksellner]

Tom as always I will most surely be there early and as always I'll pick cones all day I'm used to long events.Radar gun would be fun if you could mix it in with my runs all up to you.

[tmhazen]

Thanks Rick. I look forward to your help when you're not driving. The radar gun operator needs to be someone who's not driving at all, because they will be stationed at the end of the straight-away all day, except for the lunch break.

Also, if you look good in a bikini, you are welcome to be a flag girl. So far no girls have said yes to me, but that's nothing new....

[ricksellner]

Rofl,bikini me??? Remember that fat ugly guy with long hair and hairy back knuckles draging.Thats me. (heheh)

[SlowSwede]

It was more on general principles (I seem to like to try to annoy him) but you may be onto something here that was deep in my subconsious...

Ahhh but you wont annoy me. I am very rarely offended.


P.S. it's "subconscious"


:D

[washburn]

If I show up in Daisy Dukes, can I be starter?

[tmhazen]

If I show up in Daisy Dukes, can I be starter?

Do you mean "in Daisy Dukes" in the biblical sense? In that case, no. It would distract the drivers too much.

Seriously though, I need hot girls (don't we all?) The flag girl's job is actually quite important, more than cosmetic. Upon receiving my secret signal, she will wave the green flag that starts a car, once every 40 seconds or so. I've put the word out to my sistas in the Minnesota RollerGirls, but you know how fickle they can be.

[phile]

Do you mean "in Daisy Dukes" in the biblical sense?

There's a BIBLICAL sense?!



I put the word out to my sistas in the Minnesota RollerGirls, but you know how fickle they can be.

Do you mean "Branston Fickle"?

[ricksellner]

Call that good looking chick from the show setup and bring her out there.I'll be so distracted I doubt I'll find or care about the course.(hehe)

[ricksellner]

By the way Pat no way on any of your last post.I'm not sure anyone could take that any better then me in bikini.(ROFL)

[tmhazen]

Forecast for Saturday is looking like excellent bikini weather: Sunny with a high of 86. We're pretty much set for cone pickers, thanks to the excellent response from people on this board, but I still need green flag bikini girls! Don't any of you guys have sisters, girlfriends, wives, or mothers who can help out? Heck, I'll even consider semi-hot GRANDmothers at this point. I might have to fly in a little old lady from Pasedena. A SuperStock Dodge qualifies as vintage, don'tcha know!

[ricksellner]

Tom can u give exact address so I can map quest my way there ?

[tmhazen]

I don't have an exact address, but if you input "Airport Road, Amery, WI" you should find it. The airport is located just south of town on the west side of Hwy 46. If you're coming up Hwy 46 from the south it's a left turn. If you get into Amery proper, you went too far. The directions I emailed to all drivers are very specific. I don't trust mapquest any more. It has led me astray too many times.

[JKarsten]

Map to Amery Airport (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=523+Airport+Rd,+Clear+Lake,+WI+54005,+USA&sll=45.283642,-92.370583&sspn=0.008651,0.017209&ie=UTF8&ll=45.283659,-92.370579&spn=0.008651,0.017209&z=16&iwloc=cent&om=1)

Amery Municipal Airport
523 Airport Street
Amery WI USA 54001
715 268-8932

[weidnerpaul]

I think 94 east to 63 N (Baldwin exit) to 46N (road stays straight as 46, goes east to Clear Lake as 63) is more direct than going across on 8 and down on 46, less time off the interstate too. The airport is just south of town on the west side of the road

[ricksellner]

Thanks again guys see u Saturday.

[weidnerpaul]

Thanks again guys see u Saturday.

You wearing that bikini?

If so I'm renaming the Sellner Sweeper to the
Crossdressers Curve!

[stoooo]

Call that good looking chick from the show setup and bring her out there.I'll be so distracted I doubt I'll find or care about the course.(hehe)
Here you go Rick...

http://www.ashleyvandyke.com/images/g_avantgarde_8.jpg

Just print that out and tape it up strategically on your windscreen, and you won't care who it is actually waving the flag.

I was going to put Pat's head on the picture, but decided he'd already suffered enough recently at the hands of The Powells.

And, yes, I'm quite sure the picture won't stay up for long. Just whine and complain enough, and I'll edit the post to delete it. Let's just at least leave it up long enough for Rick to see it.

Stuart.

[ricksellner]

That be her (hehe).Thanks stoo now I'm drooling.

[Ultimate Grocery Getter]

Something has come up and I can't make it tomorrow. Please PM me if you would like my Amery spot.

Thanks,

Mark

[weidnerpaul]

Something has come up and I can't make it tomorrow. Please PM me if you would like my Amery spot.

Thanks,

Mark


I know Cendres is still looking for a spot (needs two, him and Tami).

[ricksellner]

No need for the cross dressing corner of doom Paul. Unless your gonna don a 2 piece and I'll join in with a one piece maybe(hehehe)

[artful dodger]

I reiterate, I desperately want the spot.

[tmhazen]

Looks like it's gonna be a gorgeous day. See y'all on the runway!

[phile]

Looks like it's gonna be a gorgeous day. See y'all on the runway!

Bring sunblock.

Make y'all a deal. You all shoot lots of pix at Amery, I and I will shoot lots of pix at the Fairgrounds.

See y'all on the runway in August!

[ricksellner]

Well the weather was beautiful and the flags girls were very good as well (hehe)Tom you and Paul did a great job at putting on great event.Good people helping out where and when they could.Thanks to Don G for coming out volunteering to sit in hot sun all day.I'm very sorry I didn't get the name of the guy in the 2005 gto but thanks again for the ride along.

[JKarsten]

Realy cool event, I went out there with a friend to watch adn take soem pictures. I also bummed a ride with Sean in his subey. Had a nice ride back on hwy 8.