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Isanti County Fairgrounds, MN

PHOTOS AND WORDS
BY RICK LOXTON

In the most recent
installments of
ometimes change is a good thing.
And sometimes you shouldn’t fi x what
Downshifting, I’ve been
isn’t broken. We got a little of both at
Ioffering my advice for how
SFrankensteiner’s Ball 11. The big change was
the actual venue. The move to the Isanti County
to keep things fair when it comes
Fairgrounds was a longer haul for those who live closer
to your trade, your time, and last
to the Twin Cities, but the extra drive was rewarded with a
issue, your tools. This time, I tackle
much more scenic location. As for everything else show-related, the
crowd was treated to the usual fantastic selection of cars, events, vendors and food.
the only other road-going piece
And let’s not forget all the kids (and kids at heart) who elected to dress in their
of equipment you own that might
Halloween best. Mother Nature decided to test the crowds resolve with blustery
be more important than your rod:
winds and sub-40 temperatures when the gates opened, but those brave enough
to ignore the early snowfl akes were treated to clearing skies and milder temps by
your trailer.
noon. Those who wanted a little action had their choice of watching a fl amethrower
display, a burnout contest, or listening to a muffl er (or lack of) rap contest.

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