Make-A-Wish sled restoration project.
- Thread starter snoluver1
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I would call that a very solid start. Especially since its not even Thanksgiving yet. Good to hear!!
I just noticed that this thread has approx. 41,000 hits. That's got to be a record! Imagine how much could be raised if each person who has hit it just once bought a ticket? (hint)
I just noticed that this thread has approx. 41,000 hits. That's got to be a record! Imagine how much could be raised if each person who has hit it just once bought a ticket? (hint)
The "Carter's Corner" thread still has us beat, but it has been running for a couple years! Now that they started a new one, we may stand a chance to set the all time record. LOL
I agree, if just a tiny fraction of those 40k + hits end up buying a ticket, it would be an amazing success!
skiroule
Well-known member
Phazerpilot should get a kick out of this effort. If this hood looks familiar, it was the first candidate hood for the Make-A-Wish sled. Fortunately we went on to find better material. The hood is being included with a vintage sled I’m selling so I decided to do the major patching on it just so it wouldn’t be so much work for someone to make it usable. Or maybe I just missed the smell of curing fiberglass.
The reason for posting this now is that even though the hood is a throw-in for the deal, I’m going to take what it probably would have sold for individually and buy some more raffle tickets. Believe me, with my luck, it is truly a donation.
It won’t be long until the sled begins its tour. I’m hoping that the businesses that have been generous enough to display the sled will each post a photo of the sled at their establishment.
The reason for posting this now is that even though the hood is a throw-in for the deal, I’m going to take what it probably would have sold for individually and buy some more raffle tickets. Believe me, with my luck, it is truly a donation.
It won’t be long until the sled begins its tour. I’m hoping that the businesses that have been generous enough to display the sled will each post a photo of the sled at their establishment.
Happy thanksgiving
As I sit here with my overstuffed belly and darn near split open pants, I can't help but reflect back on the fact that this project started right around Thanksgiving last year. I think about the people that the Make-A-Wish foundation benefits, and how many of them will not have the opportunity to share a Thanksgiving feast with their families year after year.
I would just like to say that I am grateful for having the means and opportunity to contribute what little I could to this honorable charity. I am grateful for the people who joined me along the way and helped contribute to the project. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to meet a few new friends along the way.
Happy Thanksgiving to all.
Please take a moment to think about all those that may be less fortunate today!
As I sit here with my overstuffed belly and darn near split open pants, I can't help but reflect back on the fact that this project started right around Thanksgiving last year. I think about the people that the Make-A-Wish foundation benefits, and how many of them will not have the opportunity to share a Thanksgiving feast with their families year after year.
I would just like to say that I am grateful for having the means and opportunity to contribute what little I could to this honorable charity. I am grateful for the people who joined me along the way and helped contribute to the project. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to meet a few new friends along the way.
Happy Thanksgiving to all.
Please take a moment to think about all those that may be less fortunate today!
polarismike
Member
Well said snoluver. You have really poured your heart and soul into this project and the results show that! What a wonderful job and how nice it turned out. I hope people realize how much time and work it takes to restore a sled to this level. I know you will have great results for such a nice organization to help kids and families in need. Thanks for doing this, and good luck with the raffle!
skiroule
Well-known member
Mr. Snoluver1, you forgot this one.</SPAN>
I love these photos. It’s a different experience for sure but there is just something special about climbing on one of these vintage “snow machines.” It looks really good on the snow. Agree with Doospunk, nice job men!</SPAN>
I love these photos. It’s a different experience for sure but there is just something special about climbing on one of these vintage “snow machines.” It looks really good on the snow. Agree with Doospunk, nice job men!</SPAN>
skiroule
Well-known member
One look at that picture makes me realize why so many of us who have spent any amount of time on these old sleds, have prematurely bad backs and knees. All this time I thought it was from working or hereditary!
A small price to pay for looking cool.</SPAN>
You have to admit you’re “at one with the snow” when you’re riding it. Makes 40 mph seem like a whole new experience. Would love to see some video taken from the viewpoint of the rider on this sled.</SPAN>
Its not much, and its not "point of view", but it is video. A whole 7 seconds of it. ( I actually didn't even realize I took video. I thought I was snapping pics and I was in video mode. LOL)
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skiroule
Well-known member
The Man and His Machine
I’m sure he will get even with me, even if it takes the rest of his life, but I thought the time was right to make one last post and put a face on this project. There aren't many photos of this fellow but I happen to have one.
I plan to hoist more than one Hop City “Barking Squirrel” in Snoluver1’s honor this holiday season (although I don’t really need a hoisting reason). Also, I will be raising a mug to everyone who has or will be plunking down some hard-earned money on a sled ticket. Not necessarily an easy thing to do in these uncertain economic times.
Happy holidays everyone and especially to Adam and the whole Snoluver1 family!
P.S. Got some great trail riding in on the local trails today – didn’t happen at all last year. Sure makes a difference in one's outlook.
I’m sure he will get even with me, even if it takes the rest of his life, but I thought the time was right to make one last post and put a face on this project. There aren't many photos of this fellow but I happen to have one.
I plan to hoist more than one Hop City “Barking Squirrel” in Snoluver1’s honor this holiday season (although I don’t really need a hoisting reason). Also, I will be raising a mug to everyone who has or will be plunking down some hard-earned money on a sled ticket. Not necessarily an easy thing to do in these uncertain economic times.
Happy holidays everyone and especially to Adam and the whole Snoluver1 family!
P.S. Got some great trail riding in on the local trails today – didn’t happen at all last year. Sure makes a difference in one's outlook.