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Old 06-20-2022 | 06:55 AM
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I got word that we have lost Louie The Rigger, a staple of OPA and one of the nicest guys you will ever meet. God Speed Louie.
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Old 06-20-2022 | 07:19 AM
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Yes very sad helped put events together no one ever thought possible on Lo

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Old 06-20-2022 | 09:24 AM
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This one sucked to hear, god speed…

Here’s a great interview with him
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Old 06-20-2022 | 11:47 AM
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Miss you Jbonz. Tried sending you a message but it says your inbox is full.
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Old 06-20-2022 | 11:52 AM
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Words cant explain just how great of a human being Louie was. I have known him for over 20 years racing the circuit and spending lots of time with the legion. I had the pleasure of racing with him for several years in my SVL and we had a blast !!!! The words that come to mind when I think of Louie are kind, giving, helping, honest, family man, does what he say's, humble, charitable, and the list could fill this page with the same types of words. He will forever be in my heart as a inspiration.
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Old 06-20-2022 | 06:08 PM
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He had motors behind him at very young age again RIP!
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Battle on the Bay all thanks to him and a lot of his work!
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Old 06-20-2022 | 08:44 PM
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Good Write up from Matt and a photo tribute from Tim
OPA Great Louis “The Rigger” Giancontieri Succumbs To Illness
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Old 06-21-2022 | 07:27 AM
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