Combine Demolition Derby - Banks, Oregon

Banks, Oregon

Behind the wheel were farmers-turned-drivers, prepared to patch up their combines after heat and anticipating the next challenge, wherever it may take them.

Although the combines weren't capable of high-speed, dynamic crashes as I had initially imagined, their sheer size and resilience made them formidable contenders, eagerly seeking out destruction on the ground.

The warm-up act for the combine derby involved a classic vehicle tug-of-war, with torque being the initial spark that ignited the crowd's excitement. It was evident that the spectators were eagerly anticipating the ensuing spectacle of combine carnage.

In my exploration of the demo derby scene, I stumbled upon the intriguing world of combine derby, where combine harvesters engage in demolition derby battles. The concept immediately captivated me, prompting me to seek out an event happening near Portland, OR. then found one shortly.