cmcveay Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Okay everyone, after much debate, more than just a couple trips to check the route and then a little procrastinating on my part, I've settled on a date. What: A great run out to Luray Caverns When: October 9th, 2011 10:00 a.m. Where: 15201 Washington Avenue, Haymarket VA 20169 (behind the sheetz, in the Bloom Parking lot) Who: Really? Everyone! Lona and I went out and did the last route check two weeks ago and the route really was awesome with lots of new pavement, awesome twisties and great scenery. By this time in October, the trees will just be starting to hit their fall colors so we could have some even prettier foliage. This run will be different than past DCMM events as this is going to be a "Destination" event - it's a one-way trip. Once we arrive at the parking lot for Luray Caverns, we'll have route sheets that you can use to visit a covered bridge, an English pub, a neat little local diner or you can visit the caverns or the maze. There's also a neat automotive museum on the property. 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 2, 2011 Report Share Posted October 2, 2011 I think I might make it, wooo Hoooooo :rock: Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minimadison Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 Sounds like fun. How long does it take to drive the route (assuming no laws are broken)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TATTRAT Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 Sounds like fun. How long does it take to drive the route (assuming no laws are broken)? The runs vary, but you can count on a few hours at least. . .normally seem to wrap up around 3 or 4ish. flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minimadison Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 Thank you. We're kind of new to this (had great fun on the melanoma fundraiser mini rally). We'll bring a map and the iPad, but is there anything else we'll need like a two-way radio? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted October 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 Ann, There's really no need for the map or the iPad unless you'll use them to get back home. I'll be handing out a route sheet at the meeting point and we'll all motor together unless all of the yes and maybe RSVP's show up and then, we might need to make a second group. For now though, the plan is to have one group. If you have radios to bring, please do so and we'll be on channel 7/21. If you don't have a radio, we'll have spares with us to share. The route is about 70 miles and we'll have one stop at about the 1/2 way point so plan on getting to Luray at about 1 p.m., maybe just a little bit earlier. Since I'll be leading this run and the car (as of now) only has 46 miles on it, the pace will be very legal and it has the potential to be very, very scenic. We look forward to your company on Sunday! 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minimadison Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 That's great. I'm hoping we can do it -- we're waiting to hear about one possible conflict. Should know tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 4, 2011 Report Share Posted October 4, 2011 I will bring spare hand sets if anyone needs to borrow one. Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 5, 2011 Report Share Posted October 5, 2011 Oooh it looks like HR MINI is meeting us out there! Fun fun fun Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maacodale Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Hopefully. Some of us are heading up to Marker-Miller Orchard for their Apple Festival weekend on Saturday. I'm hoping I can work things out to stay up in that area and head down to Luray to meet up with y'all on Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 6, 2011 Report Share Posted October 6, 2011 Hopefully. Some of us are heading up to Marker-Miller Orchard for their Apple Festival weekend on Saturday. I'm hoping I can work things out to stay up in that area and head down to Luray to meet up with y'all on Sunday. It's a beautiful area, you should find plenty to do for the weekend Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Se7er Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 I would love to go, but ended up ordering some stuff for halloween that set me back a little more than expected. Going to have to pass on this run as much as I want to go. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] D.B.'s Facebook Page - facebook.com/DBMiniCooper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted October 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 48 hours until we head out on this adventure. If the "maybe" RSVP's could update their status, it'll help me figure out how many route sheets we'll need. Thanks everyone! 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 I'm planning to haul my camera equipment, hoping to get some nice shots of the MINIs with the scenery Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 48 hours until we head out on this adventure. If the "maybe" RSVP's could update their status, it'll help me figure out how many route sheets we'll need. Thanks everyone! Done. (at least for me) "Mr. OEM" - 05 JCW (TK, GPIC, SS, GPTA, R56 RSB, StBr, R56 BBK, GPWhls, SV, RS, R56 GSI, IES, StrWhl, GK, HG, LBIT) MCS, HB/HB, Packs: 1, 2, 3 & 4. LSD, Rear FL, LB/PB upholstery (inc. LB SB & HB), HB Int, Anth. HL, PDC, Nav. OEM: DPSM+Aux, SIRIUS, BT, RV Cam, Aux gauges, ILK, Alarm, AK, PFM, DL, SpLnk, CFD, CSL, BIW, R52 diag rods, EuroTL, EuroWT, EPS, EASM. AM: IanCullAUC, Intravee+KCA420i, SchrothR4, MM-STR. License Plate: SUV2BIG MotoringID: CARVE129 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 Done. (at least for me) YAY! Another Yes Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenCactus Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 I'm planning to haul my camera equipment, hoping to get some nice shots of the MINIs with the scenery All the more reason I need to wash Cricket tomorrow. Poor thing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted October 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 Merlin is getting his first wash/wax on Saturday. He's got to be ready for his "coming out"... 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FAST060 Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Merlin is getting his first wash/wax on Saturday. He's got to be ready for his "coming out"... hmmmm, I have so many smart a$$ remarks but I'll refrain from raining on Merlin's "parade". <3 https://www.instagram.com/smokiendabandit/ 2009 MCS, HzB/B, CWP, PP, "BLUR" MOTORING ID: SOAR143 - MINI Community Service 2013 JCW GP, Thunder Grey, "SMOKIE" MOTORING ID: FAST060 2014 MCS Clubman, Highclass Gray, "THE ADMIRAL" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted October 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 I'm sure many of them involved the use of the word "closet" and such nonsense. When the limo picks you up this evening, you can decide then if you'd like to continue with your nonsense and smart a$$ remarks.. 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted October 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Tammy (TechTV182) - if you have portable radios, please bring them but if you don't have any, many of us have spares that we can loan out. I think Lona and I will be bringing all four of ours so give either of us a shout and we'll make sure you are taken care of. Otherwise, the required items are: Full tank of gas, big smiles, a sense of humor and fresh glazed donuts for everyone... Okay, maybe not the donuts but the sense of humor, smiles and full tank of gas are very important. I think this might be DCMM's first run with a Countryman so that makes it a very, very special event. I do apologize to you, my original route had a couple of miles of gravel road but we've found a way around that so you won't get to use that "ALL 4" option just yet. PM or email me if you have any specific questions or concerns and we look forward to meeting you for your first event! 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 I just finished washing and waxing Tigger for tomorrow. He's so shiny and happy now Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted October 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Thanks to everyone that's RSVP'd over the last couple of days, it's always nice to have a reasonably accurate headcount before we get to the run start. A couple of notes to share, just so we can have more fun on this run. The safety of our club members and other drivers is paramount so please, please, please, keep that in mind when we get out on the road. Although I won't say that we absolutely will not exceed the posted legal speed limits, I will be doing my very best to adhere to them for the safety of everyone involved. If this is your first event or, if you are the least bit nervous about this run, please start as close to the front of the group as is possible. I will be the run leader and if my signature didn't give it away, I'll be in a Midnight Black (Chili red roof and mirror caps) Clubman so park near me - backed into your parking spot - and you'll be near the front of the group. Because this will be such a large group, the farther back you are, the more opportunity there is for a little more "spirited" driving because there will be times that we get broken up. Bring your radios if you have them, we'll be on channel 7/21. We will be calling out turns, road hazards and other information. If you don't have radios, find a board member (red name tags) and we'll see if anyone has extras to share - we usually do. We are planning on having a couple of "Kodak moments" along the way. We won't be stopping for them, we'll be the Kodak moment as there this route is set up so that other members can get ahead of us and get shots of us motoring by them. We hope to turn this into an article for MC2 Magazine or at least post the photo's for everyone to share! We'll be parking 20+ cars in the parking lot for our "comfort stop" in Front Royal. When we pull in, please park as close to the car in front of you as you can. The stopping point has a rather large unlined area in front and another good sized lot to the right. Optimize the use of parking space by parking smart so we can all get in, get parked and take care of business. The route is just over 70 miles total and the run will end at Luray caverns. There are several ways to get home afterward and there are lots of things to do in the general vicinity of Luray for those who would like to stay and visit. If you have questions, please don't hesitate to ask and we'll do our best to get you answers. Thanks everyone, looking forward to seeing all of you out there! 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 8, 2011 Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Thanks for everything that you're doing Craig, :congrats: I'm really looking forward to this run and it looks like we're going to have amazing weather for it. :marshmellow: Tigger will be riding topless :rock: :motor::motor::motor::motor::motor::motor::motor::motor::motor::motor: Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted October 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2011 Oh, I know this is an important element for many of you. The nearest Starbucks is just over a mile away and it's at: 7375 Atlas Walk Way Bldg. G Gainesville, VA 201552992 571-248-8830 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
