Event Coverage Salina, Kansas

Anyone ever been to the Custom car show in Salina in July? If so How was it? Thinkng about going this year for the first time.
Thanks for any info.

 

I have been to it, but it's been awhile I did have a great time but it's a little warm in july.

 

It's hot but a great show

 

Went with Alex Gambino and the rest of the Beatnicks in 2010 and had the time of my life

It is well worth it!

 

This will be our 5th year. It is on our "don't miss" list. Aside from some great customs, there is always something going on during the day. Bands, pin-up contest, top chopping by Winfield or one of the other custom legends, lots of HAMBer's to meet and get to know. And there are the race what you brung drags and a great Friday evening party at the local rod shop.

You won't be disappointed.

 

It's a fun fun show,we plan on going back. hey Fat47 how you been. Ron

 

If you're into Kustoms, this is a great show. It wasn't even hot last year. Of course, it rained a lot before the show started. The wife and I had a great time.

 

Wow, sounds really cool,
thanks guys , now I feel better about going. A Pinstripping friend of mine has been telling me about it.
Thanks

 

find a room quick its a problem usually

 

hot rod, the drags are the best part, if you go make sure to arrive before 4 o'clock on Friday to watch them.

 

Great show- my favorite next to the HAMB Drags. Well- The Roundup might be second on my list next the the HAMB Drags- bust Salina is much easier for me to get to. And, YES- don't miss the Friday Night Drags. Best reserve rooms now.

 

Try it, you'll like it. The city is friendly. They changed parks several years to accommodate the cars. The first year I went there were 500 vehicles. I think the car count was about 2,000 entries last year. Again they will chop a top or do other mods to a car. The Friday nite drags are great fun too. It's a no miss event

 

I agree. the HAMB drags and the Roundup are both equally great events. To see some pictures of both, go to Royboy Productions site on the net to view pictures from both events for multiple years.

 

We've been there several times and it's great! Some things I REALLY like: the Friday night drags, some of the best I've ever been to. The nightly cruise and hanging out around the host motel. The park is large, shady, and lots of grass. There is an Italian restaurant downtown that has excellent food at modest prices, but there is good food almost everywhere in Salina. You get to watch some really talented guys chop tops or section cars and maybe even get to participate. And last but not least, there are some of the best customs and hot rods in the country represented there.

 

Great show,just make sure you go thursday so you don't miss the cool stuff going on starting Friday. Been there 5 times.

 

Wow,
Gets even better! I got rooms, and will get there late Thursday.
And sounds like I better watch the Fri. night Drags.
Thanks again for the info, I can't wait now.

 

You will love it I can't wait

 

39,
Thanks for the link to Royboy Prod. Wow, the pic and video of the show was fantastic! Now I can't wait to go.

 

Yep. It's a must-go-to show.
I wish they would change date to a milder season because its 95°-110°F.
But with 1800-2000 cars, & a really good selection of HAMB friendly cars, I'm not complaining.
Besides, I have to drive 5 min to park...
I could walk to Old airport runway/dragstrip.
So we really really appreciate the show, tourism, & badass hotrods this show brings to town.
Would like to add a more organized HAMB Member meet&greet event this year.

 

A cant miss show! You will love every minute of it!

 

got our room and thrashing away on the car to make sure we make it there in style

Its the one show I always try to make and always have a good time, very warm but a good time. glad its next to a water park!

Looking forward to being there thursday for the parade/cruising this year

 

Bam, let us know more if you do a meet and greet.

 

If you live in the 4 state area, its worth the trip for sure.

 

Just do it!!!

 

I haven't been to a car show in Salina ,ks. But there was a military school there when I was younger........

 

Well, lets get the Salina (or KS) HAMB members together & host a KKOA HambBQ or some meet & greet? Locals pm me some ideas & we'll try to organize.

 

Im in wisconsin...and told myself this year i am going to try that show. Booked my room months ago. Roadtrip!!! Cant wait!

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Awesome idea

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Will get to drive the 47 this year

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Went last year it was a great show and the park is a super place to hold it. You need to go to the Cozy Inn for some sliders they are great. But don't let them con you into joining KKOA. I did last year and never heard from them again no mag no news letter nothing. I Called them they said they were behind and never heard from them again so save your money