It was perfect weather for the Didsbury show and I arrived early and took photos as cars were showing up. Sienna was already at the entrance handing out flowers to all the moms. Helmar, who was directing traffic, was standing at the same corner as I was and we enjoyed some friendly banter as the day proceeded. You can see a photo of his restored Fountain Tire work truck in the … [Read more...] about Didsbury – May 10, 2025 – 310 photos
Great Falls – May 3, 2025 – 330 photos
The beautiful weather resulted in a massive turnout of cars and spectators at Great Falls' Crusin the Drag. I especially enjoyed talking with everyone including Joyce who told me about her 1949 Packard that was purchased new by her grandparents and handed down over the years. Wendy was displaying her 1965 GTO which was purchased new by her mother. I was pleased to see a large … [Read more...] about Great Falls – May 3, 2025 – 330 photos
Great Falls MT Preview – 93 Photos
I managed to catch a few of the cars who were participating in tonight's poker rally. Later on, after the sun went down, there was lots of activity as you can see from all the photos I took in the dark. Dan said they were expecting close to 900 cars at tomorrow's Cruisin' the Drag. He added that many of the pre-registrants were Canadians. The weather has cooperated with a hot, … [Read more...] about Great Falls MT Preview – 93 Photos
Olds – Sawatzky’s Auto Repair – Apr 26, 2025 – 64 photos
The first show of the season is in the books and it was a good one. Sawatzky's Auto repair in Olds had a beautiful day and a good turnout of vehicles and spectators to kickoff car show season. It was nice to see all the familiar faces and and to meet few new ones, too. I enjoyed seeing all the friendly dogs and if you were hungry, there were free hot dogs. … [Read more...] about Olds – Sawatzky’s Auto Repair – Apr 26, 2025 – 64 photos
First show of the season is on April 26
With the re-scheduling of Spring Thaw in Calgary to April 27, the honours for first show of the season in southern Alberta goes to Sawatzky's in Olds for their show on April 26. You can see 50 photos from a previous show at Sawatzky's. To date, I have listed 135 weekend shows on the Southern Alberta Car Show Calendar. If you have a show that you want listed, send … [Read more...] about First show of the season is on April 26
The 2025 Southern Alberta Car Show Calendar is on display
I have started compiling the 2025 Southern Alberta car show calendar. Send me an email with the details of your show. bobtruman@shaw.ca So far, there are only 36 shows listed but there will eventually be over 200, so we've got a long way to go. Many shows are still in the planning stage. There is already at least one show listed every weekend from May to the end of … [Read more...] about The 2025 Southern Alberta Car Show Calendar is on display
I’m hoping to see this ’54 Lincoln
When it comes to my favourite classic cars, this '54 Lincoln would be at the top of the list. I received an inquiry from the out-of-province owner about the car show calendar, as he is interested in attending a show or two in southern … [Read more...] about I’m hoping to see this ’54 Lincoln
Two of my favourites: vintage cars and chokecherries – 62 photos
Lancer, SK - Oct 12, 2024 I'm enjoying chokecherry jam on my toast this morning after attending the Chokecherry Festival where they also had a classic car show with amazing vehicles. I'm stocked up with 10 jars of jam and syrup which might last me 'til Christmas. Lancer is just across the border and I had a pleasant back-roads drive getting there. My roots are in … [Read more...] about Two of my favourites: vintage cars and chokecherries – 62 photos
Ken’s 1928 Ford Model A gets rear-ended
My friend Ken Dreger, a member in good standing of the Vagrants Car Club, was rear-ended while pulling over for an emergency vehicle. The details from Ken... Unfortunately, exactly 1 week ago (Saturday Sept 28 2024) Our girl “Felicity” was involved in an accident. I was stopped in the middle of an intersection on a green light, to allow a Calgary Police Department … [Read more...] about Ken’s 1928 Ford Model A gets rear-ended
Accident Update
People at the High River show were asking me for details of this accident involving the classic truck from Strathmore, owned by Shannon and Harold Zegil. The mishap occurred during the cruise after the Radium show on September 21. Harold Zegil gave me some further details: "We are really banged up and really sore. Have some broken bones and stitches and we are just … [Read more...] about Accident Update
High River – Sep 29, 2024 – 200 photos
The sketchy weather forecast didn't seem to prevent anyone from showing up at George Lane Park in High River for the Third Annual Brian Chipchase Sr show and shine with 853 registered vehicles. The morning was cool but it turned into a pleasant day until about 2 pm when it clouded over and a few drops of rain eventually fell. The first photo shows Bill who was out for the first … [Read more...] about High River – Sep 29, 2024 – 200 photos
Radium, BC Part 3 – Heading Home – Sep 21, 2024 – 200 photos
When the show was over, I was back on the street to get some more photos as the cars were leaving. If you missed them, I've made four previous postings from the Radium show: Radium Preview Radium Hi-Lites Radium Part 1: In the Misty Morning Fog Radium part 2: At the Show … [Read more...] about Radium, BC Part 3 – Heading Home – Sep 21, 2024 – 200 photos
Radium, BC Part 2 – At the Show – Sep 21, 2024 – 200 photos
After walking the streets for two hours, I made my way back to the Springs Golf Course where the cars had started entering the show. I have made three prevoious postings from the Radium Show: Radium Preview , Radium Hi-Lites, and Radium Part 1: In the Misty Morning Fog. … [Read more...] about Radium, BC Part 2 – At the Show – Sep 21, 2024 – 200 photos
Radium Part 1 – In the misty morning fog – Sep 21, 2024 – 302 photos
Show day has arrived and my pockets are full of spare camera batteries, prepared to photograph cars at my first ever Radium event. The sun had yet to peak over the mountain tops when I found myself near the entrance with cars lined up and awaiting entry into the big show. At 8 am the temperature was hovering around zero and my picture-taking hand was becoming numb with cold, … [Read more...] about Radium Part 1 – In the misty morning fog – Sep 21, 2024 – 302 photos
2024 Season in Review
I listed 220 shows on the Southern Alberta Car Show Calendar this summer. This coming Sunday, Sep 28 will put the finishing touches on a great season. That doesn’t count all the weekly shows which would add dozens more to the schedule. The 2023 calendar had 193 shows and in 2022 there were 145 shows. I created posters for 71 of those shows. I stretched the … [Read more...] about 2024 Season in Review