Part 7 - the rigs of Rubithon (cont.)
A sampler of Toyota 4x4s capable of tackling one of most difficult but scenic offroad trails in California if not in the entire US - the Rubicon Trail.
Part 7 - the rigs of Rubithon
A sampler of Toyota 4x4s capable of tackling one of most difficult but scenic offroad trails in California if not in the entire US - the Rubicon Trail.
Part 6 - Miscellany, candid snaps just to show the vibes.
A few of the recognition and awards.
And the most anticipated part of the event - Raffles! Congratulations to all winners.
Welcome. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be the event's 'official' photographer. Info on participants corrected.
My toys - Nikon D850 (with 50mm & 85mm 1.8 lenses), Fuji X100VI with my mini Lakan in the background
And thank you...
Wow, fantastic recap and photos. I had no idea so many people attended Rubithon. Bravo to @Firemedic831 & the team that planned, supported, & executed the event. I need to make it one of these years.
Thank you Monching For capturing our event , so others can enjoy it through your lens . Job well done . 1 correction. 180 registrations. 168 showed up 👍
Part 5 (cont) - it's the camaraderie, building new networks, meeting old & new friends, cooperation, mutual help, and sharing a common passion - these are the values that makes Rubithon not just a tradition but an institution lasting 37 years.
Part 5 (cont) - it's the camaraderie, building new networks, meeting old & new friends, cooperation, mutual help, and sharing a common passion - these are the values that makes Rubithon not just a tradition but an institution lasting 37 years.
Part 5 - it's the camaraderie, building new networks, meeting old & new friends, cooperation, mutual help, and sharing a common passion - these are the values that makes Rubithon not just a tradition but an institution lasting 37 years.
Part 4 - 37th Rubithon events (cont)
Diva Rox Friday night gig
Melissa Nunley on vocals
Christopher Mancuso on bass
Greg Grivette on drums
Brent Ledesma on guitar
Ronald Dumonchelle on keyboards
Saturday, the main event day - good food, good vibes
Part 4 - 37th Rubithon events (cont)
Rubithon's new Chairman Jeff with Elsie formally opening the Saturday program (Jeff's daughter Alyssa and my daughter Hannah at the background)
I missed the RC competition (again) this year
breakfast time...
Part 3 - At Rubicon Springs
The group finally made it to the springs Thursday afternoon, a little bit early so we have enough time to set up camp for 3 nights.
time for beer
Lakandula at rest
Part 1 - Loon Lake trail head to Buck Island (cont)
We need to reach Buck Island before it gets dark. Those with kids proceeded.
Made it to Buck Island (1st group arrived around 5 pm, last group arrived 10:30 pm) to camp
Part 1 - Loon Lake trail head to Buck Island (cont)
The run continues
adding weight for traction
Jake made it to the Soup Bowl
got some trouble
sharing what to do
Great wheeling with everybody. Thanks Ray for leading the Wagon Run group.
Thanks too to Jeff and Jerry for spotting us all out of Buck Island and ensuring we reach the springs on time and trouble-free, though a number of us encountered some...