Weekend off-road expo showcases a community’s strength

www.playtechfabrication.com — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 20:16:49 +0000

This year’s Off-Road Expo at the Pomona Fairplex in California was the first to be sponsored by Lucas Oil. As fans found out this weekend (October 9 and 10), though, the addition didn’t lead to any lack in quality for the long-running show. Indeed, the 11^th year of the Expo was one of the best yet.Saturday did open on a somber note as participants mourned the deaths at August’s California 200 race. A memorial statue was shown for the first time, and participants wrote their personal prayers and thoughts on a wall set up for the purpose. This display truly showed the strength of the off-road community, made up not only of Californians but of all those who traveled to the event from around the country (and probably the world).After the opening ceremonies, visitors explored the 10 acres allotted to the show, examining classics like the Larry Minor/Rod Hall 1968 Bronco as well as new designs like the Projects Rockster River Raider. The Speed Technologies booth featured a race car simulator, and that team also brought along some of their Pro2 and Superlite truck drivers. The only downside to the event was the length: after two days of excitement, it’s a long wait until next October. Remember, however, that just like Christmas, off-roading should stay in your hearts all year long. Keep driving safely, and continue to spread the excitement of racing to the rest of the world.

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Weekend off-road expo showcases a community’s strength