2024 Cannonball© Reunion
What was The Cannonball?
The Cannonball Baker Sea-to-Shining-Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, commonly referred to as the "Cannonball" or the "Cannonball Run", was an unsanctioned, illegal cross-country automobile race that took place in the United States. It was inspired by Erwin "Cannonball" Baker, who set multiple cross-country driving records in the early 20th century. The modern race was organized by car journalist Brock Yates and ran five times between 1971 and 1979. The goal was to make the cross-country trip in the shortest time possible, which often involved breaking numerous traffic laws and using creative methods to avoid police detection.
For the first 4 races, participants would start at the Red Ball Garage in New York City and race to the Portofino Inn in Redondo Beach, California, covering about 2,900 miles. But for the last race in 1979 - the race that the movie was based on - started at the Lock, Stock & Barrel restaurant in Darien, CT. While officially discontinued due to safety concerns and legal issues, the Cannonball Run became a cultural phenomenon, inspiring movies, books, and continued interest in coast-to-coast racing.
This years' star car is scheduled to be Brock Yate's other Dodge Challenger - the one he was building before he passed away. The car had been lost for a number of years and recently found and the new owner is committed to taking over where Brock left off and is completing the project The Darien event will be only the 3rd time in 18 years that the car has been seen in public.
We'll also have several of the original Cannonballer's in attendance.
Lady Pamela Yates (Cannonball 3) |
Brock Yates, Jr (Cannonball 1) |
Brad Niemcek (Cannonball 2, 3 & 4) |
John Micek (Cannonball 5) |
As usual, ALL MAKE AND MODELS ARE WELCOME to our show. Because this is the Cannonball Edition, we want to see as many Cannonball cars as possible. Trophies will be awarded for the cars that best represent the spirit of the Cannonball. In addition, we're going to have awards for the best Cannonball costume.
Event Schedule
| October 12 | ||
| 3:00 - 6:00 pm | Hotel Check in | |
| 6:30 - 10:00 pm | Reception and dinner for visiting Cannonballers (private) | |
| October 13 | ||
| 6:00 am - 7:00 am | Exhibitor Cars Arrive | |
| 7:00 am - 10:30 am | Event opens for Spectators | |
| 10:30 am - 11:00 am | Exhibitor Cars Depart | |
| 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Sunday brunch for visiting Cannonballers (private) | |
| Spectators get 20% off their food purchases from Aux Delices. Exhibitors get 20% off their food purchases and FREE COFFEE from Aux Delices. |
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