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29-MAY-2006

5/29 - Royal Joust

Scarborough Faire, Waxahachie Tx view map

For years I have spent Memorial Day Monday at Scarborough Faire, first as a patron, then as cast and
now as cast alumni. This was shot at the 6pm joust, known for years has been the Royal Joust because
this is the show the King and Queen, along with the English court, attend.

It was a fine show this year although I have to admit to missing the days of real jousting at Faire
when the winner was not known to the knights in advance, points were kept and there was a very real
chance of someone being removed from the horse in an uncontrolled and unscripted manner.

This is Vertical Month for some of us PADers. Check out who is participating at either
David Clunas's May PAD page or Bob Floyd's Vertical PAD Topic.


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Guest 02-Jun-2006 07:21
You've taken this at just the right moment - very dramatic!
Guest 01-Jun-2006 03:10
That looks painful! Great image with detail and action.
Guest 31-May-2006 02:09
Very excellent Mr Bob. Wonderful capture of the moment!
David Clunas30-May-2006 22:56
Now that looks like it is going to hurt, get your shield up! Great timing
De'Carr Studio30-May-2006 21:54
OUCH!!! Great timing, Bob.
Scott Browne30-May-2006 20:31
I agree, the unscripted shows are always better. However, you got a great capture of the action here.
Gary Winters30-May-2006 18:12
Sooner or later, Robin will come along and say "Surely you joust!" so I'll cut him off at the pass. I empathize with your sentiments; not knowing the outcome adds to the interest. Good image here!