Future Runs/Meets
Avoiding potholes
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Originally Posted by limeg35
Should I let that one go? 
...now you are jumped in with both feet 
...now you are jumped in with both feet 
Seriously,
I'm sorry I can't go this weekend, but I'll be there for the main run.
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Originally Posted by Grace
LOL! I walked right into that one, didn't I?
I'm sure there's some blonde roots somewhere in my history.
Through me some pompoms, I'll direct traffic.
I refuse to wear the rest of the costume.
I'm sure there's some blonde roots somewhere in my history.
Through me some pompoms, I'll direct traffic.
I refuse to wear the rest of the costume.
Hehehe . . . You're a good sport.
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Here is my opinion on runs/meets:
I have only been to a few g35 meets (all in the year of 2005). I have been to a few other meets/cruises though. I have enjoyed every meet I have gone too, and will really try to make it out to some more. Thanks for all the hard work and planning.
I definately think the subgroup thing is a good idea. I don't think you should make too many subgroups though. Depending on the size of the group, I'm sure you can choose a good size number. It would be fun to have groupnames, and whatnot.
Printed out maps, and directions are also very helpful. For newbies like myself, I recommend bringing at least one passenger in each car, just to help navigate. This is usually what is done w/ "gumball" rally's and has proven great results.
For all those w/ the benefits of navigation. Don't be afraid to use it. You never know when there is a detour, or another route that is needed. I think people tend to depend on the leader's too much, instead of trying to help them out if unforeseen things come up.
For those that do want enjoy a little faster pace, maybe you can put them all into one subgroup. When I have gone to exotic car runs, this is what they like to do. The faster paced group does go in a slighty longer route so that they won't have to wait around too long.
If organizing help is needed, I can definately help out. However, I do not want to be a leader. I admit I am young of age, so I don't have as much driving experience and road knowledge as other fellow g35 owners.
Sorry for the long entry.
I have only been to a few g35 meets (all in the year of 2005). I have been to a few other meets/cruises though. I have enjoyed every meet I have gone too, and will really try to make it out to some more. Thanks for all the hard work and planning.
I definately think the subgroup thing is a good idea. I don't think you should make too many subgroups though. Depending on the size of the group, I'm sure you can choose a good size number. It would be fun to have groupnames, and whatnot.
Printed out maps, and directions are also very helpful. For newbies like myself, I recommend bringing at least one passenger in each car, just to help navigate. This is usually what is done w/ "gumball" rally's and has proven great results.
For all those w/ the benefits of navigation. Don't be afraid to use it. You never know when there is a detour, or another route that is needed. I think people tend to depend on the leader's too much, instead of trying to help them out if unforeseen things come up.
For those that do want enjoy a little faster pace, maybe you can put them all into one subgroup. When I have gone to exotic car runs, this is what they like to do. The faster paced group does go in a slighty longer route so that they won't have to wait around too long.
If organizing help is needed, I can definately help out. However, I do not want to be a leader. I admit I am young of age, so I don't have as much driving experience and road knowledge as other fellow g35 owners.
Sorry for the long entry.
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Originally Posted by Grace
LOL! I walked right into that one, didn't I?
I'm sure there's some blonde roots somewhere in my history.
Through me some pompoms, I'll direct traffic.
I refuse to wear the rest of the costume.
I'm sure there's some blonde roots somewhere in my history.
Through me some pompoms, I'll direct traffic.
I refuse to wear the rest of the costume.
The wagons just kept circling round and round. No one ahead of me wanted to turn right and start the run, even after Shane told them which way to turn...lol.
Well I did after Shane asked if I would take the lead and did and then got my pack lost
Originally Posted by limeg35
The reason I posted that ppl select their own group leader on the day of the meet is just as an back up plan in case that no one volunteered in advance, or less than what we needed for, or in case larger turn out than expected....last meet there were only one person volunteered ahead of time out of about 40 cars and I had to force one person at day of thee meet, on top of that? I had to make two more leaders on the spot as some did not follow the two leaders out of parking lot, they just keep on circling the parking lot 
, directions is something that I need to improve on, but than again, if we all take few minutes to familiarize ourselfs with the drive routes? we dont or need to have sub-leaders, of course that will be too easy.
, directions is something that I need to improve on, but than again, if we all take few minutes to familiarize ourselfs with the drive routes? we dont or need to have sub-leaders, of course that will be too easy. Actually, very well done btw. Totally my fault for not zeroing my odo when I was supposed to and should of had my navi on as a back-up, then wouldn't have missed that turn on Portola.
EM sent too. Pm'ed you earlier as well.
Originally Posted by skeleton_cru
Great post Andy and right on target. I volunteered in the other thread. I just hope I don't "blatantly harass" anyone.
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Originally Posted by inspector_yoo
For those that do want enjoy a little faster pace, maybe you can put them all into one subgroup. When I have gone to exotic car runs, this is what they like to do. The faster paced group does go in a slighty longer route so that they won't have to wait around too long.
Some want that pace...some don't.
Got my vote.
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Originally Posted by inspector_yoo
For those that do want enjoy a little faster pace, maybe you can put them all into one subgroup. When I have gone to exotic car runs, this is what they like to do. The faster paced group does go in a slighty longer route so that they won't have to wait around too long.
I plan on being in one of the "slower paced" groups, thank you very much.
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I understand what you are saying. (especially if both groups have the same stickers or what not)
Both groups should still be ranked by speed/pace. As far as reckless driving, and accidents um.... I guess all we can do is clearly define the ground rules.
Both groups should still be ranked by speed/pace. As far as reckless driving, and accidents um.... I guess all we can do is clearly define the ground rules.
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Originally Posted by inspector_yoo
I understand what you are saying. (especially if both groups have the same stickers or what not)
Both groups should still be ranked by speed/pace. As far as reckless driving, and accidents um.... I guess all we can do is clearly define the ground rules.
Both groups should still be ranked by speed/pace. As far as reckless driving, and accidents um.... I guess all we can do is clearly define the ground rules.
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