This past Sunday, August 10, I had the privilege of leading a dozen Porsches on a route I’d been looking forward to for some time—our Mavericks PCA drive from Plano to Tioga. The weather was perfect, the roads were fantastic, and the company? Even better.
We met up at Weirs Furniture in Plano around 9:30 AM. I like to arrive a little early to make sure everything’s in order—waivers signed, everyone briefed, radios checked. There’s a certain energy in the air when you’ve got that many Porsches lined up, and you can feel the anticipation buzzing through the group. By 10:00, we were ready to roll, single file, with me at the front and Joann Talty running sweep in the back.
A dozen Porsches, one mission: good roads, good food, and miles of smiles. 🚗💨
I wanted this drive to be more than just point A to point B, so the route took us along Loop 288 → FM 2164 → FM 455 → FM 51 → FM 922. We eased into things on FM 2164, a nice warm-up stretch through ranch country with light traffic and open views. Then we hit FM 455, which really sets the tone—tree-covered stretches, gentle curves, and those first enticing glimpses of Lake Ray Roberts.
One of the highlights for me was our mid-route stop at the Sanger Boat Launch. I’d picked it because it’s easy to get in and out of, has plenty of space, and the lake makes for a perfect backdrop. We lined the cars up, swapped stories, and took our time getting photos. And speaking of photos, thank you to everyone who shared theirs—it’s great to see the day captured from so many angles.
From there, FM 455 carried us west to FM 51, and the scenery opened up wide. This is the Texas countryside at its finest—endless horizons and those long, flowing straights where you can just relax and enjoy the drive. FM 922 closed things out with some curves and elevation changes to keep it interesting all the way into Tioga.
We rolled into Clark’s Outpost BBQ around noon, hungry and ready for some of the best BBQ in the area. Lunch was exactly what you’d expect after a great drive—plates full of brisket, ribs, and sides, conversations flowing, and a few new ideas for future routes already being tossed around.
Looking back, this drive was the perfect blend of everything I love about these events—good roads, beautiful scenery, safe driving, and great people. The route worked exactly as planned, the single-file formation kept us organized, and the stop at Sanger Boat Launch was a winner.
If you decide to run this route yourself, try to hit the lake stop between 11:00 and noon for the easiest parking. And definitely bring your camera—trust me, you’ll want those shots. The lighting is best during first or last night but you’ll be competing with boats going in and out of the water.