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THE REGATTA IS POSTPONED

Due to the economic climate the 2008 Regatta is postponed until further notice. We expect a good number of Funco friends to show up at Pad 4 & Gecko loop on the original date, Nov 8th, but the festivities, games, and food from the Funco crew will not be present. In conjunction with manufacturing sand cars we are diversifying into the UTV and off-road race car markets as well. We appreciate everyone's understanding during this time of transition, but be assured the regatta will be back!

Signs of the times...............

Let's all hope for a huge rebound!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bummer because it is always so much fun, but totally understand.
See you at the SSSS
The Goodban's

Wow....

No big deal, top notch company / family being proactive in lean times.
ps the new side x side gear is looking sweet!

I think Funco owners would be more than glad to jump in here... at least I would think so!! I'm sure that there are more than 50 or so people that could totally make it a Potluck & BYOB!!! After all that Funco has brought to the sand community, I not being a Funco owner would still be willing to help out!!!

I know that there is a guy on here that owns a few jumpers for the kids... and overall it could be more like a "Funco Show & Shine"...

Or Cruise night!!

You guys tell me... but I know I'm willing to chip in & bring a bbq & some meat!! Couple cases of beer maybe??

C'mon guys lets do this for the Funco Family!!

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+1 I don't even own a Funco but it sounds like a good idea

During these lean times though you need to pinpoint your publicity and marketing. I think the money spent on getting face time with customers makes them more likely to buy another downstream much more than magazine ads....................and they tell their friends,

My unlce owned a tire store and he attracted more business on the golf course than he ever did with radio and TV ads

i would ask that you reconsider postponing it.

Hey Grant, sorry to hear this, our family was really looking forward to it. I do however understand the reasoning behind it. If there's anything I can do please feel freeto give me a call.

Tough times all around us, hoping it picks up soon. We'll still be there that weekend, hanging out with friends and having a big bash for Rickredlines 40th. I know the regatta is a huge undertaking, lots of time and money involved. While I don't have the time, I have some money to donate should someone want to take on the task. Funco has always been one to give back to the duning community, maybe it's time for us to show some support back. Sure we all support them with our purchases, but in this instance it's a little different. They've always called it their customer appreciation weekend. Would be nice to call it we appreciate the Funco Family weekend.

Very Nice!

Let's get rolling with some ideas. The George Family has done alot for our sport and the sand community time to show we appreaciate all the dedication and hard work they do for us every year... Screw the big tent and lets bring out the eazy-ups, how about a sign up sheet for those that want to be involved. Our family hasn't missed one these events in all the years we have owned Funco's, so this year we are still going to be in the sand with family and friends...

BOHICA send the check over to the BOYS and they will throw the Regatta...

Count us in!!!! The George's are great and we will help anyway that there is possible!!!

These days its not right to expect a sandcar builder to lay down big $$$$ for a regatta. The SCU party is coming together and its going to be low budget all the way, thats not important, what is, is getting everyone together for a good time.

I own an SCU now, but have owned a few Funco's and have the utmost respect for the George family and their cars.

If the ball gets rolling on this, put my business down for $200 worth of gas cards as a raffle prize.

Walt / www.medicalplanquotes.com

I am in to help the cost, not much time to help, but willing to help pay for the costs.............

Its all about face time, thats whats important. Low buck is perfect.

Sounds like a great idea!

Dont own a Funco but hey , take me for a ride in a hustler who knows maybe that will be my next ride LOL

Why postpone? Like others said, potluck, and BYOB. I can assure you everyone will have fun, and nobody will go home hungry. I don't think any of your customers are looking for any handouts, in fact with your loyal base they would probably throw you guys a party to show their appreciation !

I agree. Customers enjoy these events to meet and hang out with fellow car owners. Looks like you guys will have a pre-regatta if nothing else. Sounds like fun

This is what you get from great customer service. Props to everyone that wants to help make it happen. I went through the same thing last season with my own gathering and I couldnt believe how many came forward and wanted to help out. Great Job Grant and Funco.

No Funco here but I'm in on a George/Funco Appreciation Day. The George family gives so much, it's time to give back...

You can count on me for manning the BBQ and a raffle prize.

Wow, this is really nice...........GRANT

looks like your going to a party

We will still be coming regatta or whatever you want to call it, the most fun I have had with my car since I bought it. We have been looking forward to it since the day the last one ended. I think most if not all the participants would show up weather or not there was a tent, food, tee shirts,etc. etc. or any activities and would still be willing to pay. We all bring our own food anyhow, just have a big fire saturday night, and have some follow the leader runs during the day. You can still call it a regatta and you won't break the tradition... Please reconsider.

Gary Borrmann

HD Wrench---- I got your ride for ya-- Look for a green 2 Seat Hustler with a happy face flag

Thats a great idea bohica!!! First, send a check to Grant for 500 bucks to get the whole thing started.( in the memo section of the check write, deposit for FASTER DADDYs Hustler) I'll pony up and double your contribution with a check for 1000 bucks to Grant. Josh from Danzio can chip in with a built LS2 donated directly to the "regatta". This will be the best regatta ever!

To show my appreciation to Grant and the Funco family I had planned on putting money on the account to purchase meat from Ramey's for the Regatta, so lets do this!! Count me in for $1,000 on the books at Ramey's for the Funco family!! Only stipulation is that Grant and the family must go, Sorry!! Grant, you in??

Way to Represent guys!!!

2 seat green hustler with smiley face flag got...

WOW!!!

Count the Townley's IN!!!!!!!

<aspiring to be a funco owner but I might be able to drag the band out for some tunes if needed?
\/Us jammin the camp in Superstition\/

I have to make a slight change to this statement... I am taking the money to Grant and the Funco Family, since my appreciation is to them and their company for their continued support. I know they are busy and may not be able to attend the gathering, but I will still be there and I want to show my support in any way I can. I will support the cause and will do whatever (within reason) it takes to make the Regatta a fun time by all Funco Family members. See you there!!

Grant hasn't chimed in???

C'mon Grant everyone is stepping up here!! Lets get together!!!

Count us in as well !!!!

I will not miss trying to get every one to park in a straigt line this year (for the picture)

So are any of you Funco guys going out on Nov 7,8,9th during the regatta weekend anyway, although it's postponed? Chime in.

It's usually a good weekend, less people than Halloween weekend.

I will be there with all my peeps. Headed out Tue !!!

I should get there by mid day on Wednesday.