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Thanks Andy. I was bummed when you weren't there Fri night and then again when Saturday morning came. Then just in the nick of time you showed up in full force! hahaaa I was super stoked you made it happen. Yeah that track was brutal. It's all your fault though. You said, "Pete, make it big!" So I did. Careful what you wish for. Fugg it, next year it's going to be much smaller and it's going to be a simple, oval track! hahaaa Thanks to all the other GD.com guys who made it out as well. I know a couple regulars couldn't make it, but hopefully next year they can swing it.

One of the funniest highlights of the day was when Brandon's ATC was giving him trouble. He pulled off the track, ditched the bike, did a full on sprint over to krusty, pushed him off his ATC that he was sitting on watching the races, fired it up and took back off to finish the race. The look on krusty's face was priceless. He got it all on his Go Pro too! We watched it on the big screen numerous times. That was just CLASSIC! Skinner has a copy and we'll get it posted eventually.

Hey guys I just got in and unloaded. Man am I wiped out! Just wanted to say thanks again to everyone who came out and was part of the 4th annual 70 regatta. It was a great turnout and a very long, but FUN-filled day. Every year gets better and better. The best part about the 70 regatta is, by far, the people. Everyone has the same mellow attitude and is there to have a great time. I wasn't able to meet everyone individually, but everyone had a smile on their face and looked to be having a ton of fun- mission accomplished! There were so many people who came up to me after the day's event were done and thanked me personally. I was blown away by that and all the comments of how well they thought of the event. Thanks to all the awesome help from everyone. We had alot of great volunteers. This year's races were more of an endurance contest I guess. lol Yeesh. Sorry guys- we should have kept it down to 5 laps instead of 10 or made that track a bit smaller! hahaa We were all wiped out after 20++ laps of racing those little trikes. Ouch! Super fun though. The only thing we didn't have time for was the barrel races, but those weren't too important. I do owe a huge apology to Aaron though. There was a big misunderstanding about his modified class bike and the trophy went to tres instead for the modified main. Ugh, sorry dude! Lunch was amazing as usual. Brian, Dan, Nicki, and the rest of the Smokin Al's BBQ crew got everyone fed very promptly and just like Al would have wanted it. Great job, guys. That's all I got for now. There will be plenty more including lots of pics and videos to come I'm sure. If you were there, please chime in and give us a few words about your experience from the regatta.

These last couple weeks have been very hard for me and Anna too. I have had Al in my thoughts daily and can't hold back the tears every time I think about what he's going through. He's such a great guy and has always put a smile on my face. This just doesn't seem real.

Here's a heads up on camp. We're parked just a little farther down than last year. Out of the 4 whole camps that are here, someone was already parked right where we planned to be. No biggie though. We have a great spot that isn't as soft with plenty of space just a couple hundred yards or so. Here's a pic. My truck is on the left.

If you have cones, bring them.

Sorry to hear about your dog. I will be out there tomorrow for a few days and I will keep a good eye out for him for you. Do you have a picture you can post up?

Is anyone bringing any cones this year?

Hey Woods, does the service engine light come on too or is it just the stabilitrak message on the DIC?

Hey if everyone could try and bring plenty of 5's and 1's for the shirts and meals that would help a ton. I don't think I have enough time to pick up change before I leave. Or if someone can bring out $100 worth of 5's and 1's, I can swap you out. I've been busy!

Holy 70 arsenal! Badass. I hear that!!!

Almost looks like the driver cranked the wheel and threw it on its side. http://www.dumontdun...wtopic=17195

Our Costco always stocks them. $75/ ea

I would. 2 wheelers don't get around too great out there without one, especially a 125. Go with a 6 cup for a 125.

Pretty much the same for me as most already mentioned. I have a diesel, big toyhauler, sandcar, bikes, etc. The only thing I owe on now is the hauler, but that's getting down there too. I started out small....just a dirtbike and a pickup and worked my way up from there and payed things off as I went. I put dune trips ahead of other luxuries in life because it's what love to do. Some people make other things a priority and treat duning as a secondary or occasional thing. It's an all or nothing sport if you want to have it all (the hauler, sandcar, multiple toys, etc) and spend an entire weekend out there at least once a month). Otherwise it's just too expensive to have the stuff just sit in the garage and suck you dry.

Badass. That's cool you got to experience alot more of Dumont this time. Thanks for sharing your report of the weekend.

Wow, that is crazy! I really glad you two are ok. Looks like that was a hard hit. With any less safety equipment or a lesser quality car it may have been ugly. It just goes to show anything can happen and can happen REAL quick...even to a skilled driver like Terry. It's happened to a few others in our group too. It's starting to seem more like a question of WHEN and not IF you'll roll. I have the wrist restraints but haven't used them in my Tech 3 car. I am going to get in the habit again though. Adam, how did the camera and housing hold up?

The only time I have heard of people getting harassed is over at Banshee Hill. They're usually getting a talking to for something else though (lack of equipment like a flag or headlight, helmet, etc). It's kind of a secondary ticket if you get stopped and the ranger wants to be a jerk, but most of them are pretty cool now.

There's not many new topics anymore so I might as well use this site to b*tch to you all. Hey at least I followed it up with something positive. It's just an attempt to get some conversation going and this is what was on my mind. That's what the site is for remember?

It's pissing me off how it's not aired live on SPEED for every race. The replay coverage on CBS sucks a$$. It's on CBS at 3:30 today and the lites are on SPEED at 2. From what I read, Stewart got his sh*t together and took podium last night in Oakland. I DVR'd it so I can watch how it went down. The finals here in Vegas are going to be interesting. I can't wait. Villopoto, Reed and Dungey are pretty much tied for points and now Stewart might be making a comeback. I can't wait until May!

NICE! Good job, Andy.

Oh and I think Sat night's drive movie movie feature will be Hangover 2 this year.

I doubt there will be any skinamax this year. lol Those were just the rules from the past 2 years that I copied and pasted. Wish you could join us in camp, but we'll hook up.

hahaaa good eye

Almost forgot to post up the regatta rules. They are the same every year. 4th ANNUAL 70 REGATTA – RULES 1) Don't be a jerk. The goal is to have a great time at this event so don't show up with an attitude or take the races too serious. In the end it’s just bragging rights and a plastic trophy. 2) Every participant MUST be registered, have a 70 Regatta wristband on at all times, and a number on their paper number plate (provided at sign in). 3) All participants must wear a helmet and some sort of ankle protection. SAFETY FIRST! 4) You do NOT need a flag on your ATC in camp or on the track. All races or regatta events are inside camp this year due to stricter regulations. 5) There will be absolutely NO drinking and riding tolerated during the event. 6) All spectators and participants plus abide by BLM rules. Anything that is against the rules at Dumont is not allowed in camp. 7) It is the participants’ responsibility to be on time for whatever events or races that are taking place. Please pay attention. Ya snooze ya lose! 8) Absolutely NO intentional bumping or crashing will be tolerated. Those who are caught doing this will be disqualified. 9) Please note: AFTER the event is over (ie: nighttime), there will be some movies and music provided by the Custom Shop on the big screen projector like last year. The music can get a little loud and the movies might include more than "PG" material. If this is not your style, please do not plan on camping in the same circle or have your kids put to bed if you do not want them exposed to it. We’re not saying this is going to happen, but there is a good chance of a “party atmosphere”.