Gary Smith Reaches Record Setting Speed of 204.1mph in Open Cockpit Skater 388ss at Desert Storm LHC 2023
April 23, 2023 - Matthew Hledin
During the "Shugrue's Shootout" portion of the Desert Storm LHC 2023 event in Lake Havasu City this past April, Gary Smith defended his position as "King of the Desert" by setting a new record of 204.1 mph in his Skater 388ss "Predator III". Additionally, Gary's Fiancée Patty Rich became the new "Queen of the Desert" by setting a new record of the 193.2 mph in the Women's Division. Check out the above video to see exclusive onboard footage from Gary's winning run and a post-win interview with the King & Queen themselves!
