WebbThe Ramblin' Raft Race was an annual Memorial Day weekend raft race on the Chattahoochee River in Atlanta that lasted from 1969 to 1980. At its peak, more than … Webb26 juli 2016 · Today in Atlanta History -- July 26, 1969 The annual Great Chattahoochee River Ramblin’ Raft Race was born. Brainchild of Georgia Tech student Larry Patrick and bankrolled by WQXI radio station, the first race was actually a competition covering 34 miles in 30 hours with only 55 participants and 2,500 spectators.

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WebbThis route was along the CSX railroad tracks, thus it was much less hilly than previous routes. On one occasion the race was held for a train, on another the train was held for … Webb15 juni 2015 · June 15, 2015. Courtesy of Larry Patrick. Every third Saturday of May during the 1970s, Atlanta hosted a raft race on the Chattahoochee River. Sounds simple, and it … miguel serrano on the demiurge

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WebbRamblin' Raft Race down the Chattahoochee River, Atlanta, Georgia, May 21, 1977. Aerial view of the rafts being prepared on the river banks before launching into the river. … WebbThe raft race became an icon for the wild and crazy 60s and the early disco days of the 70's that culminated in a timely death in the 1980's. Is just as well that it died as it began to … WebbRamblin' Raft Race. $30.00. Size. Qty. Add to Cart. Estimated delivery to United States Apr 17⁠–20. Share: The Ramblin' Raft Race was an annual Memorial Day weekend raft race … miguel silvestre and andrea sesma