The inaugural event was held last year and we met with Catrina Chambers to talk about the life and times of Victor and how he directly impacted her son. Victor showed him that talent is within all of us, it just needs a little coaxing out to get started but once that spark comes, the limits are removed and what's taught in one aspect of life, can be applied to many others. Victor taught her son how to work on auto body's, motorcycles and other vehicles. He also passed along how to mix deep and beautiful paints and work like Rembrandt to help bring visions to life. Through those lessons, the boy...now a father of 2 himself, learned so much more than how to pull dents and spray paint....he was being taught life by a mentor. It's a gift that will forever be a part of this young man, and one we can all give.
The first year of the run, well, they raised a whopping $25,000. I've been around the fundraising world for a while and a first year event doing that kind of work....well, it speaks volumes of the people putting the event on and it speaks volumes to the memory and impact that the namesake of the event is being put on for. The run itself kicks off at the Grand Haven Walmart, then takes off on a ride through Muskegon County and concludes with a party back on the other side of the bridge at the Hiway! You'll find food, music, raffles prizes and more at the after party. Sure, it's what happens at the end of most rides, but if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
Catrina and I joined up at Pomona Park to talk about the first year and what to expect in year two. If you are in need of a nice ride, filled with purpose, here's the details.
