melissa99 Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 MINI Takes the States July 9-23 Registration is now open! http://www.minitakesthestates.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrimson Posted June 13, 2016 Report Share Posted June 13, 2016 (edited) So what does everyone in DCMM typically do in terms of lodging? Is it easy to stay at a less pricey place than MTTS partner hotels and still meet up in the morning events and exits? I'm looking to book reservations soon before options become sparse, would just like to know others' thoughts. Thanks! Edited June 13, 2016 by chrimson -Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carman63 Posted June 13, 2016 Report Share Posted June 13, 2016 So what does everyone in DCMM typically do in terms of lodging? Is it easy to stay at a less pricey place than MTTS partner hotels and still meet up in the morning events and exits? I'm looking to book reservations soon before options become sparse, would just like to know others' thoughts. Thanks! Lots of schools of thought. We've done the host hotels before. We've also stayed at hotels closer to the rise-n-shine location. There are typically very little, if any, happenings at the host hotel. You're getting (arguably) a better rate than you would if you booked on your own. But that's not always the case. A lot of the host hotels are booked - at least, the group rate block of rooms are sold out. You can always call the hotel, if it happens to be one you want to stay at. Some cities like St Ignace don't have a lot of hotels to begin with. Mackinack City is on the south side of the bridge, and might have rooms available. We've looked for rooms near the morning events, if the events for that city were announced when we booked our hotels. For the others, I took a WAG based on what I knew about the area, where the nearest 'track' was, etc. Park City, UT still doesn't have an evening event, at the time of this post. And the morning event is on the opposite side of Salt Lake City from Park City. So, we might end up changing our reservation for that city. Or not. Too soon to tell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isherri Posted June 14, 2016 Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 I'm staying in Hilton branded hotels every night except for St Ignace. I had enough points that I was able to use points and dollars for most of my stays and they averaged at $50 per night. Most of them are close to either the pm or the am event and a couple are right in between. I'm going all the way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1975_mini Posted June 15, 2016 Report Share Posted June 15, 2016 I'm staying in Hilton branded hotels every night except for St Ignace. I had enough points that I was able to use points and dollars for most of my stays and they averaged at $50 per night. Most of them are close to either the pm or the am event and a couple are right in between. I'm going all the way! #GoingAlltheWaylikeMelissa :rofl: 1975 Mini 1000, 998cc A+ w/ K&N air filter, 10" Mamba wheels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrimson Posted June 16, 2016 Report Share Posted June 16, 2016 Ok, cool thanks. I just booked my first three Airbnb's ever, averaging about $65. Bring it -Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braddlee Posted June 18, 2016 Report Share Posted June 18, 2016 Hi - On the fence on MTTS from ATL to Baltimore, was hoping there might be plans for a caravan heading south prior to the start? Apologies if this isn't posted in the right spot... Braddlee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted June 19, 2016 Report Share Posted June 19, 2016 As I posted in the RSVP, unfortunately I am unable to make it to any of MTTS this year, because I'll be in an intense technical training brain "boot camp" during the entire 2 weeks that the event takes place. However, I am still interested in the MTTS "swag" that comes up for these events. I'm willing to pay for a multi-city membership in order to cover whatever swag is in each city... but that would require that someone is willing to pick up my badge and any associated swag for me. Is there anyone who is going to a bunch of cities that doesn't mind doing that for me at each stop? If so, let me know which stops you will be doing, and I will register for those stops. "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 June 27, 2016 Report Share Posted June 27, 2016 As I posted in the RSVP, unfortunately I am unable to make it to any of MTTS this year, because I'll be in an intense technical training brain "boot camp" during the entire 2 weeks that the event takes place. However, I am still interested in the MTTS "swag" that comes up for these events. I'm willing to pay for a multi-city membership in order to cover whatever swag is in each city... but that would require that someone is willing to pick up my badge and any associated swag for me. Is there anyone who is going to a bunch of cities that doesn't mind doing that for me at each stop? If so, let me know which stops you will be doing, and I will register for those stops. Haemish - I just saw this. I'm not going to many cities but am happy to do this for the portion that I do. Atlanta to Baltimore Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted June 27, 2016 Report Share Posted June 27, 2016 Hi - On the fence on MTTS from ATL to Baltimore, was hoping there might be plans for a caravan heading south prior to the start? Apologies if this isn't posted in the right spot... Braddlee There are some of us going out Thurs night to Atlanta. We plan to leave after work, drive till we're tired and then pick up in the morning to Atlanta. You're welcome to caravan with us. We have 3 cars right now so a small group. Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted June 27, 2016 Report Share Posted June 27, 2016 As I posted in the RSVP, unfortunately I am unable to make it to any of MTTS this year, because I'll be in an intense technical training brain "boot camp" during the entire 2 weeks that the event takes place. However, I am still interested in the MTTS "swag" that comes up for these events. I'm willing to pay for a multi-city membership in order to cover whatever swag is in each city... but that would require that someone is willing to pick up my badge and any associated swag for me. Is there anyone who is going to a bunch of cities that doesn't mind doing that for me at each stop? If so, let me know which stops you will be doing, and I will register for those stops. Haemish - I just saw this. I'm not going to many cities but am happy to do this for the portion that I do. Atlanta to BaltimoreTHANK YOU Ali! I'll go ahead and register for those legs today... and I'll update my registration further if anyone else is able to pick up more legs. I totally understand and excuse any "Track-to-Track" people from helping me out though, because I don't expect anyone to deal with the added hassle for a full 2 weeks. :angel: "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...
chrimson Posted June 28, 2016 Report Share Posted June 28, 2016 However, I am still interested in the MTTS "swag" that comes up for these events. I'm willing to pay for a multi-city membership in order to cover whatever swag is in each city... but that would require that someone is willing to pick up my badge and any associated swag for me. Is there anyone who is going to a bunch of cities that doesn't mind doing that for me at each stop? If so, let me know which stops you will be doing, and I will register for those stops. I can continue getting your swag in Pittsburgh. I know it's just one more site, but in case no one else is as nice -Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissa99 Posted June 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2016 THANK YOU Ali! I'll go ahead and register for those legs today... and I'll update my registration further if anyone else is able to pick up more legs. I totally understand and excuse any "Track-to-Track" people from helping me out though, because I don't expect anyone to deal with the added hassle for a full 2 weeks. :angel: I can continue getting your swag in Pittsburgh. I know it's just one more site, but in case no one else is as nice I can get you stuff beyond Pittsburgh. I love the swag too, so I'll just grab an extra set whenever I can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted June 29, 2016 Report Share Posted June 29, 2016 I can continue getting your swag in Pittsburgh. I know it's just one more site, but in case no one else is as nice I can get you stuff beyond Pittsburgh. I love the swag too, so I'll just grab an extra set whenever I can. Aww - thank you guys! Ali can start it out for me, and by Baltimore she can hand off to Chris, who can hand off to Melissa by Pittsburgh. I have updated my MTTS registration for the whole thing. Thank you, all 3 of you... I truly appreciate it - so kind of you. I'm going to make sure I can attend MTTS 2018. I've always wanted to do the whole thing one day... maybe that will be the year. :hmmmm: "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 June 29, 2016 Report Share Posted June 29, 2016 Aww - thank you guys! Ali can start it out for me, and by Baltimore she can hand off to Chris, who can hand off to Melissa by Pittsburgh. I have updated my MTTS registration for the whole thing. Thank you, all 3 of you... I truly appreciate it - so kind of you. I'm going to make sure I can attend MTTS 2018. I've always wanted to do the whole thing one day... maybe that will be the year. :hmmmm: it takes a village I hope we can go all the way in 2018 too. In 2012 I had knee surgery 2014 I went a few nights, 2016 we bought a house and moved. 2018 is our year!!!! Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BendersMINI Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Hi - On the fence on MTTS from ATL to Baltimore, was hoping there might be plans for a caravan heading south prior to the start? Apologies if this isn't posted in the right spot... Braddlee I'm planning to drive down to ATL on Friday morning and would be interested in a caravan. Going Atlanta to Charlotte, then splitting off on Sunday morning for some family stuff until rejoining the fun in Baltimore on Tuesday morning. Then continuing to Green Bay. 2021 F54 JCW - Midnight Black Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BendersMINI Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 A question that I hope some MTTS Veterans can help with: does MINI provide suggested routes between cities? Thanks, Stephen 2021 F54 JCW - Midnight Black Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 A question that I hope some MTTS Veterans can help with: does MINI provide suggested routes between cities? Thanks, Stephen They do but some of them make no sense and are much longer. Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BendersMINI Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Hmmm, ok. Thanks! 2021 F54 JCW - Midnight Black Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenCactus Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 The route sheets have been posted on the MINI Takes The States website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BendersMINI Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Hmmm. Ok then. Perhaps I'm staring right at it and not realizing, but I haven't found them on the site yet. Oh well... will get it figured out eventually. 2021 F54 JCW - Midnight Black Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carman63 Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 Hmmm. Ok then. Perhaps I'm staring right at it and not realizing, but I haven't found them on the site yet. Oh well... will get it figured out eventually. http://www.minitakesthestates.com/rally.htm Under each City, you'll find a 'Download Daily Route Sheet' link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BendersMINI Posted July 1, 2016 Report Share Posted July 1, 2016 http://www.minitakesthestates.com/rally.htm Under each City, you'll find a 'Download Daily Route Sheet' link. Yep, I see it now. :top: Thank you. I did a hasty look and started with the Atlanta page thinking I needed a route from a starting point, not the ending point... :banghead: 2021 F54 JCW - Midnight Black Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssainey Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Greetings fellow Miniacs. I recently joined this page and today signed my husband Steve & I up for the club membership. We are participating in MTTS 2016 Track-to-Track. Since we weren't a member of the club until today, I wasn't on the lookout for the club badge. Is there one? and if yes, Is it magnetic? Will I be able to get one for my badge holder in time for any or all of MTTS 2016? Thanks for any and all input. ******* We will be departing Ashburn, VA Thurs after Steve gets off work - hopefully between 12 & 1 PM and staying the night in Statesville, NC with family. We plan to depart Statesville by 7-7:30 AM and grab the Tail of the Dragon on our way to Atlanta Friday. I've seen posted on the Facebook site at least 6+ cars going for the Tail on route to Atlanta. ******** Looking forward to meeting lots of Miniacs - Warning in advance: unfortunately I'm not likely to remember everyone's names that I meet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted July 2, 2016 Report Share Posted July 2, 2016 Welcome! We're leaving Thursday after work. There are magnetic club badges on our store. http://dcmm.storenvy.com/products/6255790-dcmm-gobadge Hilary manages the store her club name is chillin. If you order send her a message and see if she can figure something out to get it to you. We're doing Atlanta to Baltimore Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
