CDCR second staging was more than expected
THE INCREASINGLY popular Chill Drink Chat Ride (CDCR) auto event had its second staging recently. There was the perfect mix of party vibes and motorsport activities. According to one of its main organisers, Tavar Mighty, CDCR exceeded his expectations. "The second staging of Chill Drink Chat Ride was more than expected. The turnout was great and the vibe was right. Initially, there were a few hiccups, but we (my team and I) were able to overcome them in a short time for the patrons to experience an event like never before."
The event took place in Bog Walk, St Catherine, where patrons enjoyed themselves by either chilling in the river or taking a spin around the venue's reputable rally track from as early as the event's opening at 11 a.m. "We used a river concept. The party took place on the river, with wooden floating set up. The UTV excursions also went through different sections of the TruJuice River," Mighty shared, further explaining that the interesting venue granted patrons the ability to equally participate in all the activities offered. "We wanted all our patrons to feel involved, so if they preferred not to ride but just party, that was there for them, too. Those who loved the natural river, there was the option and the excursion. Every single patron benefitted from CDCR."
There was also plenty of food to go around, with a diverse menu provided by The Burrito Shack (event sponsor), offering such delights as ackee and saltfish, saltfish and baked beans, callaloo, fritters, boiled ground provisions, pastries, Hawaiian stewed chicken, curried chicken, stewed pork, pumpkin rice, tossed salad, and mini festivals. The assortment of dishes signalled that the event was going to be an all-day affair, which it was, ending at the scheduled closing time of 8 p.m.
AROUND-THE-TRACK
The actual 'riding' portion of the Chill Drink Chat Ride event was, expectedly, the biggest highlight of the day. Participants got to experience the exhilarating feeling of taking a UTV around the track. However, safety did come first: "We strictly endorse no drinking and riding at our event. It is in the best interest of our patrons that they do not drink before or while operating the UTVs. Riders (drivers) have to present a valid driver's licence before accessing the UTVs. Protective gear is also worn by the person operating the UTV, as well as the passenger."
After all safety protocols were observed, the track was open for excited drivers (and passengers) to get behind the wheel and experience, arguably, the best part of CDCR. Some patrons even waited for a second turn around the track.
BIGGER AND BETTER FOR 2019
Given the success of the first two events, we can only expect the CDCR crew to come with something even better for the coming year. First, Mighty made sure to thank all the sponsors for the 2018 CDCR event: "A big thank you to our sponsors – Tru-Juice, The Burrito Shack, Main Event Entertainment Group Ltd, Bush Trails Excursions Tours, Red Bull Jamaica, Life Span Spring Water, P & L Racing, NexTech Network Solutions, LiveFast Ja, Happy Ice, Dixon's Drug Store, I-Tek Shoppa, Soup King, and Cable Pro."
He also expressed thanks to CDCR patrons while hinting at great things for them to look forward to in the new year: "There are a lot of improvements for future events. We have already started pencilling ideas for 2019. All I can say is that CDCR 2019 is an event that you will have to come and experience for yourself."