Memorial Day weekend has again came and gone with another spectacular episode of the
Kinetic Grand Championship (formerly Kinetic Sculpture Race) in Humboldt County. Thousands of spectators from near and far arrived in Arcata, Eureka, and Ferndale to witness kinetic sculptures of all shapes, sizes, and genres compete in this years race. Despite the high winds on all three days, the weather held up rather nicely for both the racers and the observers. Day one took the riders from the Arcata Plaza, through the Arcata Bottoms, over to the Manilla Dunes, and finally to Halverson Park in Eureka. Day two, the racers braved the cold and windy conditions of Humboldt Bay, many of which struggled successfully in the wavy conditions, while others left their shame behind and received assistance to the takeout point. Once back on the road they pedaled, pushed, and hopped their way to Cannibal Island near Loleta. Day three the racers were originally supposed to cross the mouth of the Eel River, but again due to strong winds and dangerous conditions most took the alternate route into Ferndale where thousands were eagerly waiting their arrival.
Day 1 the weather was glorious as we stood watch along Jackson Ranch Road.
Sculptures with all kinds of functionality made their way past us. This one used an eccentric wheel that was propelled by bouncing on a platform.
Day two was hard for most while others had no qualms. This WASA sculpture cruised along without a hitch in Humboldt Bay.
All kinds of spectators showed up to watch us and the bizarre sculptures.
Despite a bit of drama dealing with registration requirements, the High Schoolers sculpture shoved on.
These flags show just how windy it was out on the bay Sunday.
On Monday, the sculptures and their entourage make thier way down Main Street in downtown Ferndale.
And chances to win a Fat Tire cruiser.
This is one way to beat those high gas prices. Over 40 miles on a unicycle is rather honorable.
KLAMM!
This is just a few samples from the race. Many more photographs can be viewed and purchased from this year's race
here at jmbarnesphoto.com
Day 1 the weather was glorious as we stood watch along Jackson Ranch Road.
Sculptures with all kinds of functionality made their way past us. This one used an eccentric wheel that was propelled by bouncing on a platform.
Day two was hard for most while others had no qualms. This WASA sculpture cruised along without a hitch in Humboldt Bay.
All kinds of spectators showed up to watch us and the bizarre sculptures.
Despite a bit of drama dealing with registration requirements, the High Schoolers sculpture shoved on.
These flags show just how windy it was out on the bay Sunday.
On Monday, the sculptures and their entourage make thier way down Main Street in downtown Ferndale.
And chances to win a Fat Tire cruiser.
This is one way to beat those high gas prices. Over 40 miles on a unicycle is rather honorable.
KLAMM!
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