Nanite Posted August 26, 2012 Report Posted August 26, 2012 (edited) OK for us MOTD Noobie's.....can the seasoned veterans give us a "How-to" on what to do and when in preparation of 2013 MOTD? Sherm has Robin & I so pumped we're ready to drive down now just for the hell of it......Next Week. Edited August 26, 2012 by Nanite [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] "BLAK" 2007 MCS , Hypersport Body Kit, Alta 3" Cat-back exhaust, DoS CAI - ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ
cmcveay Posted August 26, 2012 Report Posted August 26, 2012 If you read through the posts for the last 2 years or so, there's some good info with regards to what to take and all. Here's the link to the other forums and as we get closer, there will be more discussion on the what to do stuff. 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold
Nanite Posted August 27, 2012 Report Posted August 27, 2012 If you read through the posts for the last 2 years or so, there's some good info with regards to what to take and all. Here's the link to the other forums and as we get closer, there will be more discussion on the what to do stuff. Excellent advice. I'm learning about MOTD AND about DCMM members as well. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] "BLAK" 2007 MCS , Hypersport Body Kit, Alta 3" Cat-back exhaust, DoS CAI - ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ
LostDenverite Posted September 4, 2012 Report Posted September 4, 2012 Excellent advice. I'm learning about MOTD AND about DCMM members as well. Did you already book a room? I happen to look at the website schedule and the Welcome/Farewell dinners are listed as full. That's annoying to say the least, I didn't even know the schedule was posted and I did sign up for the newsletter (the only one I've received was on May 19th). I guess it was my high expectation they would FYI folks of important updates/changes. From the vets, any suggestions/insight on the events that are still available? I'm interested in the Brewery Drive, however (currently) the link for info on the event - and pretty much all of the links - are bad.
GreenCactus Posted September 4, 2012 Author Report Posted September 4, 2012 Did you already book a room? I happen to look at the website schedule and the Welcome/Farewell dinners are listed as full. That's annoying to say the least, I didn't even know the schedule was posted and I did sign up for the newsletter (the only one I've received was on May 19th). I guess it was my high expectation they would FYI folks of important updates/changes. From the vets, any suggestions/insight on the events that are still available? I'm interested in the Brewery Drive, however (currently) the link for info on the event - and pretty much all of the links - are bad. The information and sign ups for MOTD 11 (2013) will not be posted until after the first of the year. The drives do fill up quickly, but you can't sign up until registration opens, usually around mid-January.
LostDenverite Posted September 4, 2012 Report Posted September 4, 2012 The information and sign ups for MOTD 11 (2013) will not be posted until after the first of the year. The drives do fill up quickly, but you can't sign up until registration opens, usually around mid-January. Right you are. Mea culpa, I didn't notice the "2012" (multitasking too much here at work ), I just clicked "schedules". Thanks for the enlightenment.
Nanite Posted September 4, 2012 Report Posted September 4, 2012 Has anyone ever done the Twilight N Twisties AND Midnight Run...back to back? (Is there time enough to do BOTH?) [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] "BLAK" 2007 MCS , Hypersport Body Kit, Alta 3" Cat-back exhaust, DoS CAI - ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted September 4, 2012 Report Posted September 4, 2012 Has anyone ever done the Twilight N Twisties AND Midnight Run...back to back? (Is there time enough to do BOTH?) It's the last night so I have never stayed up late enough to do either one. But I bet you could do both of them Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman
IndiCooper Posted September 4, 2012 Report Posted September 4, 2012 there is time to do both! However the midnight run isnt what it use to be... Ive noticed that the crowd that comes out is a lot more aggressive, impatient and a bit arrogant. So if your a newb and decide to brave this run, do it at your own pace behind the sweeper!
Nanite Posted September 5, 2012 Report Posted September 5, 2012 there is time to do both! However the midnight run isnt what it use to be... Ive noticed that the crowd that comes out is a lot more aggressive, impatient and a bit arrogant. So if your a newb and decide to brave this run, do it at your own pace behind the sweeper! Thanks! This is EXCELLENT advice. I'm "ALPHA" personality as it is.....I don't need encouragement.:rock: I'll run it BELOW my comfort level and arrive home alive.:motor: Ali, the fool in me says "run it like a buttered pig." The sensible adult (which gets little attention) says "drive it like you have SOME sense." [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] "BLAK" 2007 MCS , Hypersport Body Kit, Alta 3" Cat-back exhaust, DoS CAI - ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted September 5, 2012 Report Posted September 5, 2012 I have to say I prefer driving the Dragon with as few other cars as possible. A group of around 3 - 6 is really fun. Once it gets big I just get stressed out. Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman
Nanite Posted September 5, 2012 Report Posted September 5, 2012 I have to say I prefer driving the Dragon with as few other cars as possible. A group of around 3 - 6 is really fun. Once it gets big I just get stressed out. 300+ curves and 11 miles of stress.....AWWW hell to the nizo!!! (that reminds me I have to see if Tennessee & N.Carolina have reciprocity with VA.) [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] "BLAK" 2007 MCS , Hypersport Body Kit, Alta 3" Cat-back exhaust, DoS CAI - ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ
cmcveay Posted September 5, 2012 Report Posted September 5, 2012 300+ curves and 11 miles of stress.....AWWW hell to the nizo!!! (that reminds me I have to see if Tennessee & N.Carolina have reciprocity with VA.) They do. 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold
Poison Ivy Posted October 9, 2012 Report Posted October 9, 2012 Down to 203 days to go now! I just called the Microtel to make our reservations! We've decided to stay there this year, but we called and chose a suite vs. standard room. Sure it's a little away from the action, but the drive to is fun too!
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 9, 2012 Report Posted October 9, 2012 We stayed in the Microtel once, it's nice and the drive in is a lot of fun. Good cheap restaurants near it too Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman
Poison Ivy Posted October 9, 2012 Report Posted October 9, 2012 Yeah more money for the vendors this way!
minime331 Posted October 11, 2012 Report Posted October 11, 2012 So this year i am going to the dragon i wanted to know if there is a way to see if i could find someone i coyld share a cabin with STella- 14' Focus ST Roush CAI, Cobb access port stage1 tune, custom Ptuning 3" exhuast, Levels FMIC, Turbosmart BOV, rally armor mud flaps, more to come.
Gigi Posted October 18, 2012 Report Posted October 18, 2012 The MINI Skirts are bringing back the musicians jam session. Will you veteran MOTD goers who remember the jam sessions in the past tell me what you liked (or didn't like) about the jam sessions? Why did they end?
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted October 18, 2012 Report Posted October 18, 2012 The MINI Skirts are bringing back the musicians jam session. Will you veteran MOTD goers who remember the jam sessions in the past tell me what you liked (or didn't like) about the jam sessions? Why did they end? I'm not familiar, must have been before my time Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman
Gigi Posted October 18, 2012 Report Posted October 18, 2012 It was before my time too. Barry said 2006-2008.
coop Posted October 18, 2012 Report Posted October 18, 2012 The MINI Skirts are bringing back the musicians jam session. Will you veteran MOTD goers who remember the jam sessions in the past tell me what you liked (or didn't like) about the jam sessions? Why did they end? Barry is spot on as always, the first official Dragon Jam was 2006...I was not in attendance, but I had heard that the biggest complaint was that there was not enough cowbell. :rock:
kgdblu Posted October 21, 2012 Report Posted October 21, 2012 I just read on facebook that Barry Patascher's wife Robin has been diagnosed with MS. For those of you don't know, Barry is the organizer of MOTD. He's been doing it for several years now and does a really fabulous job. Robin is a total sweetheart. I don't know how this will impact the organization of MOTD13 as Barry has already begun to work on it. Sad news, indeed.
FAST060 Posted November 14, 2012 Report Posted November 14, 2012 Barry is spot on as always, the first official Dragon Jam was 2006...I was not in attendance, but I had heard that the biggest complaint was that there was not enough cowbell. :rock: That is one serious graphic! 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"
minime331 Posted November 17, 2012 Report Posted November 17, 2012 so this year I am planning on goin to motd but I don't want to pay for a room if it's only me I was wondering if someone had a place for me to share with I got a sleeping bag I can sleep irony of the window to stop bears :p STella- 14' Focus ST Roush CAI, Cobb access port stage1 tune, custom Ptuning 3" exhuast, Levels FMIC, Turbosmart BOV, rally armor mud flaps, more to come.
TheMichael Posted November 18, 2012 Report Posted November 18, 2012 actually, that begs the question: is there camping?
