Originally Posted by OMEGA46

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September Road Rally
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Date: September 12, 2009
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Location: Undisclosed departure location to an undisclosed place in the New England Area. Entrants will be notified privately
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Caravan Locations (Actual locations to be finalized by the end of the month):
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Boston, MA
Framingham, MA
Charlton, MA
Strubridge, MA
Manchester, CT
Berlin, CT
New Haven, CT
Stamford, CT
New York, NY
New Jersey <~~ Not sure where
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With the success of our latest run, I felt another should be had sooner, rather then later. Was a great time, and the final section was by far the best piece of driving I have ever seen on these runs thus far.
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I would like to open this up to a larger group, include more types of Performance Cars, and have a good time on some winding back roads, but...
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Here are my concerns, and feedback thoughts:
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1. Who is going to lead this time lol
2. I want to say the best group in our last run, new entrants would be cool but concerns of unknown, unexperienced drivers (On this course). Many of the regulars have a few years and multiple event experience.
3. Timing - We should leave even earlier to cover more miles prior to the early birds.
4. Navagator/Communication Person Requirement: Should this be required?
5. Route Spotters
6. Better Comm Systems - CB Style Handhelds
7. PD Scanner
8. Secondary Group (Split by overall entrants. Long Range Comms a Must)
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I would like some feedback on the following please:
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1. Route: Stratton Route, Chick Route (The latest one), Chick Route + Last Section of the May Run when OMEGA46 Lead , or a completely new one?
2. Thoughts on the pace
3. I know 6:30AM was early, but do you feel would should have made it earlier since we did get stuck behind a lot of cars throughout the morning? I would leave before the sun rose if it ment a better overall rally.
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Things to keep in mind, and to bring with you:
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1. Safety First
2. Walkie Talkie *** REQUIRED ***(FRS Style) Route doesnt have cell service most times. Fairly cheap to purchase, split the cost with a friend. I could even arrange a Group Buy possibly. (Great Job on this one, we all had one, and some spares)
3. NO PASSING <~~ Well controlled by leaders, and great help by overall group regarding safety
4. NO BLOCKING
5. STAY in your assigned Position/Group (This a requirement going forward. More info to come)
6. Navigator to read out directions/turns
7. There will be no stoping and waiting, we will have set up locations to meet/catch up and refuel if needed
8. Radar/Laser Detectors
9. We will be stopping to grab lunch and take pics (Bring your cams!!!)
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Those who have been on the Mtn Runs of past years know how much fun it is, but please ensure your car is well prepped to be a part of this event.
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Car Focal Points:
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Stock Brakes - They will take a beating. Make sure they are good to go
Tires - Please ensure they are in good condition to take a beating
Oil & Fluids - Please top off and get an Oil Change!
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Looking forward to seeing everyone's input, ideas, and feedback to make this and all future Rallies most successful
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Teaser Video from last run (Still being produced)
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=csMljDqSmT8
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August Drivers Dinner or BBQ
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Would like to get everyone together for a "Drivers Dinner or BBQ" to meet up, eat and hang out. We goto the rallies, say Hi, Drive "Sprited", grab a quick lunch and head our seperate ways. Think it would be cool to do this.
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Some Ideas:
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1. Japanese Steak House
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2. BBQ - Volunteer house or rent a pavalion somewhere in the middle for everyone. Or as close to "Center", a'la Jonny NO NO, as possible.
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3. Open to suggestion for idea