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  2. DC Metro MINIs 5th Annual MINIs Take the Beltway!

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    We are up 104 people for the run. Fantastic!!

     

    The day of the event is coming up fast! Here are a few things to think about before the day...

     

    -- Full tank of gas

    -- Radios

    -- Flags (if you have last year's US Window flag)

    -- Camera / GoPro -- Do they have freshly charged batteries?

    -- Money for raffle prizes

     

    About those raffle prizes - Some of our sponsors have donated significant value items. One prize is valued at $599 for a RaceChip Ultimate tuning chip (for 2nd Gens only). http://www.minidynamics.com/ECU-Tuni...ems-s/1514.htm

     

    Other prizes include stubby antennas, auto detailing kits, badge mounts, grill insert (for 1st Gen), t-shirts, gift certificates, custom vinyl, photography sessions, the complete set of MINI Cooper Hot Wheel cars from the Italian Job, and a ton of other items.

  5. LUNCH - DC Metro MINIs 5th Annual MINIs Take the Beltway

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    Can people buy raffle tickets at the run if they aren't going to the lunch?

     

     

    YES... for anyone buying raffle tickets, but not going to the lunch, they'll have to put their names and contact info on the back of the tickets.

     

    That step won't be necessary if they are going to the lunch.

     

    We'll have people going around selling the tickets during registration and again in the parking lot at Sears. And of course, at the lunch again.

  10. DC Metro MINIs 5th Annual MINIs Take the Beltway!

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    MINI Dynamics has generously offered to support our event by providing some serious coupons. The products are geared toward 2nd Gen only. I wanted to put them out here so people could do the research as these will be in a 'pot' of their own at the drawing.

     

    #1

    (5) $100 off coupons towards the purchase of a RaceChip Ultimate

     

    http://www.minidynamics.com/ECU-Tuning-Systems-s/1514.htm

     

    The MSRP is $769.....we just put them on sale for $599....your gift certificate coupon will knock the price down to $499!

     

    #2

    (5) $50 off coupons towards the purchase of an Alta Black Intercooler

     

    http://www.minidynamics.com/Alta-Front-Mount-Intercooler-Black-p/mini-amp-eng-420bk.htm

     

    The MSRP is $865....your gift certificate coupon will knock the price down to $815 and there is an additional 10% off coupon listed on our site for another $$81.50 off! This is good for 5 purchases also, in BLACK only.

     

    #3

    (1) $599 OFF coupon - for a FREE RaceChip Ultimate .....this is valued at $769 MSRP.....valid only towards a RaceChip Ultimate and is not transferable towards any other product.

     

    http://www.minidynamics.com/ECU-Tuning-Systems-s/1514.htm

     

    There's a kicker... all 11 coupons have to be redeemed before Nov 30 2013. Hence the reason I wanted to post them so people could look them over, do the research and maybe set aside a little budget.

  14. Odds and Ends Detailing clinic - Part deux

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    I just met Darryl today and had a chance to look around his shop. What a great guy! And his shop has a LIFT! He rents it out for $10/hour. (Sometimes jack stands just aren't enough!) However, if your DIY job requires specialty tools, bring them.

     

    Odds and Ends has also generously donated raffle prizes for MINIs Take the Beltway.

     

    I didn't mean to hijack this thread... So... Remember that there's a detailing clinic on October 20th! :wink:

  15. DC Metro MINIs 5th Annual MINIs Take the Beltway!

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    Here's the updated list of volunteers. If I missed anyone, please let me know. I received a ton of PMs this week and I hope I didn't miss anyone!

     

    Run Leader #1 - Sara (omgMINI) - Coast Guard represents!

    Run Leader #2 - Chaquitta (FAST 060) - Ahoy Navy!

    Run Leader #3 - Brandy (Brandy_Brown) - Semper Fi!

    Sweeper - Greg (gtrnka) - Hooah Army!

     

    Registration -

    -- Lona (smoke789)

    -- Michael (mbiedzinski)

    -- Craig (SneakyBaron)

    -- Will (LostDenverite)

    -- Corey (1975_mini)

     

    Photographers -

    -- Chris M. (minime331)

    -- Michael (mbabischkin)

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    Raffle Sales

    -- Catalina (LOLAMini)

    -- Lawry (DragonsMate)

     

    Restaurant Set-up

    -- Laura (Green Cactus)

    -- Lona (smoke789)

    -- Kevin (volunteered by mbiedzinski)

     

    Communications Coordinator

    -- Craig (cmcveay)

  17. DC Metro MINIs 5th Annual MINIs Take the Beltway!

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    On the run last year a few of us called WTOP (103.5 FM) to let them know of our progress around the Beltway. They were really great and made at least 4 or 5 progress reports during their traffic reports on the :08s to announce the looonng line of MINIs rounding the Beltway.

     

    All Verizon and AT&T users need to do is to dial #1035 on their cell phones, usually the traffic team picks up the phone. The first caller needs to explain the event and the direction the line will be taking (395 South to the Beltway - Inner Loop towards Tysons Corner, that is the clockwise loop) and then follow on callers should tell them a landmark or exit number you just passed or will be approaching. WTOP was trying to follow us on the TrafficLand cameras last year.

     

    REMEMBER... hands free in Maryland now. It is now a primary offense to be using a cell while driving.

     

    I only wish that I could make it this year. :frown:

     

    Bert, Thank you for the speed dial number. I hope we can catch the updates from WTOP on a recording this year. It'll be a nice touch if someone makes a video.

  19. DC Metro MINIs 5th Annual MINIs Take the Beltway!

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    Posted · Edited by smoke789

    Here's the update everyone's been waiting for!

     

    We will need a few people to help on the day of the event: Job openings are:

     

    Run Leader #1 - Sara (omgMINI) - Coast Guard represents!

    Run Leader #2 - Chaquitta (FAST 060) - Ahoy Navy!

    Run Leader #3 - Brandy (Brandy_Brown) - Semper Fi!

    Sweeper - Greg (gtrnka) - Hooah Army!

     

    Registration -

    -- Lona (smoke789)

    -- Michael (mbiedzinski)

    -- Craig (SneakyBaron)

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    Photographers -

    -- Chris M. (minime331)

    -- Michael (mbabischkin)

     

    Raffle Sales

    -- Catalina (LOLAMini)

    -- Lawry (DragonsMate)

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    Restaurant Set-up

    -- Laura (Green Cactus)

    -- Lona (smoke789)

    -- Kevin (volunteered by mbiedzinski)

     

    Please submit resume's to me via PM and we can negotiate your wages.

    Just kidding... :laugh:

  22. DC Metro MINIs 5th Annual MINIs Take the Beltway!

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    I can't make the event but I would like to donate. When you have a chance can you post the details on how I can make a donation?

     

    I am so glad you asked!

     

    How to make donations:

    Options:

    #1 – payments@dcmetrominis.org - You can make donations toward DCMM and after the event, DCMM will submit one check to the charity with everyone's donations.

    #2 – A credit card reader will be available at registration prior to the drive and again at the restaurant following the drive.

    #3 – Check donations – Make checks out to Operation Second Chance (best option for tax benefits). Checks will be collected before/after the event and will be mailed to the charity in the same envelope. If you want to write your check earlier, just give it to any board member.

    #4 – Give your donation (cash or check) to any board member. Cash will be deposited into the DCMM account and a final check will be written to the charity after the event.

     

    Donation suggestion: $10

  25. DC Metro MINIs 5th Annual MINIs Take the Beltway!

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    I'm confused - are we meeting at Passport or at Landmark Mall?

     

    Is it register at Passport then crossover to the mall?

     

    You can park at either location to register. But all cars must be staged at Landmark before departure. Some people park at the mall and walk across Duke St to register at Passport. Some people park at Passport to register, then drive over to Landmark. It's completely up to the individual.

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