Author Topic: Finally a drive in 2022  (Read 2892 times)

neelyrc

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Finally a drive in 2022
« on: February 11, 2022, 04:53:29 »
We have had terrible weather here in Alabama this year, cold, heavy rain, wind, tornadoes, even a little snow.  We finally got a break this week with bright sunshine and daytime temperatures in the mid 60s (F).  Just in time to celebrate 53 years of Pagoda ownership. 

Yesterday afternoon I topped up my tank at the local Buc ee’s with 93 Octane ethanol-free fuel ($3.87/gallon) and continued on what turned out to be a 95 mile drive over some of the more twisty rural roads that the hills of central Alabama offer.  Great for spirited Pagoda driving with the minimal traffic experienced!

I made only one stop as I neared home, the Sonnet House, a wedding venue in Leeds, where I took a couple of photos.  Overall a great start to my 2022 driving season.
Ralph

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Garry

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Re: Finally a drive in 2022
« Reply #1 on: February 11, 2022, 05:29:17 »
Nice Ralph.
I will rub the weather in a bit, I am getting my Pagoda out for a top down drive this Sunday to take Kate out for Valentines lunch. Weather forecast is for Sunny and 38c temp.
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Benz Dr.

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Re: Finally a drive in 2022
« Reply #2 on: February 11, 2022, 06:52:33 »
Alright, both of you! Quit it!

 It was also 38 degrees here today - 38 F.  :(
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