This was a first for a home-made wind turbine as far as we are aware - the first self-built wind turbine in a St. Patrick's Day Parade. The 3.1m dia turbine was made in Ballinamore at a workshop with mostly local people so it seemed fitting to enter it into the local parade.
We were in good company here with a few beautiful old Porsche tractors. As you can see that is us in the background - the green truck - thanks Muiris for being involved with your tipper truck :)
This is us putting the final touches to the truck outside the workshop.
Everyone got dolled up for the day!
Here is our driver - aptly named Pup, don't let appearances fool you - he's a good driver!
And here is Paddy himself, followed by the local Leitrim scouts and guides, their float won 1st prize for originality - well done!
Here is the wind powered tipper truck followed closely by the local junior GAA players from the Sean O'Heslin club
The tail makes a good promotional space, except of course it is usually quite high up!
There was a good crowd in town for the parade.
We won 2nd prize in the most original float category - do you think we deserve it?
Isn't it a beauty? It's a Farmall Cub, not sure what age, great restoration job!
I know you can't see it too clearly here however the dog in the background, just in front of the camper van, is wearing a football jersey and shorts!
