As any of my regular readers will know, I have three sons and my eldest loves cars. He always liked playing with them as a little man, and the interest has remained. He will tell what any car on the road is from 100 paces and knows all about luxury cars like Lamborghini, Ferrari, Porsche, Bugatti, McClaren and many more. He's the kind of kid who will probably own one of these eventually, as he's got smarts and ambition even at his young age. His two brothers have also inherited the car enthusiasm, but not to the extent of my eldest, so when my wife and I saw that the Cannonball Car tour was coming to Ireland last Summer, we knew that it would be the perfect day out for the boys.
I had not been to a Cannonball tour before, so I didn't really know what to expect. I knew that there would be some sweet cars, but to be honest I was really impressed with the cars on display and the boys were thrilled to see so many super cars up close and personal that they could touch and even get into - yes, some of the drivers were really nice and allowed some kids to jump into the driver seat to see what it felt like to be in a dream car.
Here are a few of the cars that were there on the day last summer.
These supercars were in Galway for the annual Canonball fundraiser. These classic motors drive around Ireland with hundreds of other supercar owners and motoring enthusiasts and collect money for charity as they make their rounds which is a fantastic idea. Here's what they say about themselves on their website. Who knows, a few of us might join them someday if Hive or other Cryptocurrency investments we have properly take off.
"Cannonball is the most unique super car fraternity in the world and it all began in Ireland … of the hundred thousand welcomes!
The camaraderie and friendships forged amongst the drivers and participants is for life. Some have participated for 10 years, some dip in and out, some make it the experience of a lifetime but newcomers are always welcome.
Think luxury, unforgettable experiences, breath-taking drives, incredible cars and, of course, that famous welcome and those random hilariously funny moments that are … just the way we roll on Cannonball!
From the majestic castles on the Grand Highlands Tour to the thrillingly diverse European Trip and the all new Retro Cannonball in Ireland to the widely anticipated main event next September in Ireland, Cannonball just gets better … and better … and better!
Cannonball is a registered company specialising in event management, established for 10 years and has so far raised over €1 million euros for various charities.
There are no strangers here, only friends that have not yet met!
190 supercars and novelty cars, 3 action packed days of adrenaline fuelled adventure, unimaginable days and unforgettable nights, Ireland’s glitterati and celebrities out in force, a motoring fraternity like no other, free family festivals, celebrities, over 1000km of Irish open roads, over €1,000,000 raised for Irish children’s charities.
Cannonball is a unique three-day road trip around Ireland, taking a different route each year. It is the largest organised road-trip in Europe, now in its eleventh year, and millions of excited fans have witnessed the crazy Cannonball convoy of cars pass through their town, city or bend in the road with over 190 gleaming supercars, wacky fun cars and monster wheels every year. For the 450 Cannonballers that take part in the event, the experience is unforgettable. The route is planned to showcase the very best that Ireland has to offer and only top-quality hotels and venues are chosen.
Imagine a three-day party devoted to cool cars – driving cars, looking at cars, talking about cars – while touring through some of Ireland’s most beautiful landscapes and most lively towns and cities. Imagine feeling like a mega star as you drive your special car in the Cannonball convoy through towns and villages with thousands of spectators cheering, clapping, taking photos and enjoying in this incredible motorized masquerade"
Ouch....... How sick would you be if this happened to your Supercar while doing a fund raiser for charity, bye bye no claims bonus!!
All the photos are my own taken on my Samsung smartphone
