Editor’s Notes

Roger Fabel, Editor

Wow. The 48 Hours at Sebring club race was very different from previous years because of the COVID-19 health precautions, but the overall results were as good if not better than in past years. That statement may sound confusing, so let me explain. Every year a combined committee of Gold Coast and Suncoast PCA members, along with about 100-member volunteers, national PCA club race officials and track officials come together to hold the first PCA club race of the season at the historic Sebring race track. More than 300 drivers attend this four-day event to compete with other club drivers from many states.

This was the 28th year of the event and everyone was amazed with how well the event plan was executed. Several parts of the event were omitted such as the Friday night vendor showcase, the silent auction, and the Saturday night banquet and live auction. As an alternative the silent auction was held at each vendor’s location with the winning bids going to the Ronald McDonald House Charity. In spite of the additional health restrictions and limited activities, the attendees are looking forward next year to being part of the largest club race in the world.

This month we have several articles that reflect the success of the event, the hard work that each member provides, and the support of the sponsors to make this the best club race in the world.

Each year as new members sign up to volunteer, they can’t wait to serve with this incredible team of dedicated PCA members. I hope you enjoy the articles and you become part of this very special event.

Special thanks to our Photo of the Month editor, Christy Spangler, who attended her first 48 Hour event and volunteered in most of the positions, including serving as a Pit Marshal for the Sunday race. The POM is a very popular feature and I appreciate all of the great photos along with articles our members are providing.

Our staff is off to DRT, where we hope to bring you great photos and articles about the event.

Stay tuned for more 48 Hours at Sebring photos and articles in the April Kassette.

Thank you to our newest staff writer, Mark Johnson. This was his second year at the 48; he will be providing many future stories. Roger