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Jetboaters Fleet Admiral
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- 7,389
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- 9,459
- Points
- 542
- Location
- Georgetown, IN
- Boat Make
- Yamaha
- Year
- 2017
- Boat Model
- AR
- Boat Length
- 19
I know there are some fellow gear heads here. Hadn't seen anyone else comment on this, thought I would see if others had heard, or had a reaction as well.
Jessi Combs died on Wednesday chasing a new land speed record. Here's the article on Jalopnik. I'm not usually rattled by celebrities passing, but this one made me stop and take pause. The last to have an impact on me was the loss of Nickey Hayden a few years back. They were both "my age", and for whatever reason felt like important markers on the talents and abilities of "my generation".
Jessi was always a delight to see on screen, and I had the pleasure of meeting her a few times at various automotive centered events I've attended in the past. Such a genuine person to interact with. She knew her craft, and wasn't afraid to step into the spotlight to show off those abilities. I'm certain there are many little girls running around now having been inspired by her life and career.
Sad loss for the automotive community, and the world in general.
Jessi Combs died on Wednesday chasing a new land speed record. Here's the article on Jalopnik. I'm not usually rattled by celebrities passing, but this one made me stop and take pause. The last to have an impact on me was the loss of Nickey Hayden a few years back. They were both "my age", and for whatever reason felt like important markers on the talents and abilities of "my generation".
Jessi was always a delight to see on screen, and I had the pleasure of meeting her a few times at various automotive centered events I've attended in the past. Such a genuine person to interact with. She knew her craft, and wasn't afraid to step into the spotlight to show off those abilities. I'm certain there are many little girls running around now having been inspired by her life and career.
Sad loss for the automotive community, and the world in general.