March meet and drive
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March meet and drive
So as winter winds down, it is time to get a March gathering on the calender!
I had hopes of higher elevations this year, but the recent storms (yurray!) have again restricted us to lower elevations.
Last year several of us made a loop to Astoria, and I think a similar run is in order. This time, destination Long Beach.
Southbound via 101, and return via scenic 401 and hwy 4.
Stops would include Satsop, Northhead Lighthouse, Long Beach board walk.
Lets say March 22nd?
This will be an all day event, in blustery coastal weather....
Objections?
Vince
I had hopes of higher elevations this year, but the recent storms (yurray!) have again restricted us to lower elevations.
Last year several of us made a loop to Astoria, and I think a similar run is in order. This time, destination Long Beach.
Southbound via 101, and return via scenic 401 and hwy 4.
Stops would include Satsop, Northhead Lighthouse, Long Beach board walk.
Lets say March 22nd?
This will be an all day event, in blustery coastal weather....
Objections?
Vince
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Long Beach Run
8 AM departure from Krispy Kreme at the Tacoma Mall
4302 Tacoma Mall Boulevard, Tacoma, WA 98409 - Google Maps
1. Vince
2. Marko
3. Muddydog
4. RD (non-forum member)
5.
8 AM departure from Krispy Kreme at the Tacoma Mall
4302 Tacoma Mall Boulevard, Tacoma, WA 98409 - Google Maps
1. Vince
2. Marko
3. Muddydog
4. RD (non-forum member)
5.
Last edited by CleverName; 03-10-2014 at 04:44 PM.
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Tonight I topped off my tank with 7.3 gallons of "petrol" (Jaguars use petrol) and realized I can't remember when the last time was that I filled my tank. Regardless of the date, that 7.3 gallons lasted far too long!
Anyhoo, I blocked it off on my calendar. Let's see if my wife notices!
PS: what do Porsches use?
Anyhoo, I blocked it off on my calendar. Let's see if my wife notices!
PS: what do Porsches use?
Last edited by Muddydog; 03-03-2014 at 08:52 PM.
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Tentative schedule:
8:00 Depart krispy Kreme
9:05 Depart McCleary (restrooms)
9:45 Depart Satsop (nuclear towers)
11:30 Arrive long Beach
13:00 Depart Long Beach (lunch)
13:45 Depart North Head
15:15 - Longview (gas)
Return routes from Longview are optional
Freeway to Tacoma is 1:15 (arrive about 4:30)
Back roads to Tacoma 2hrs+ (arrive about 5:30)
Last year we did this similar run and reality put us in Tacoma around 6 or 7ish... I would like to avoid that late a return this time if possible by using parts of the freeway if needed...
Vince
8:00 Depart krispy Kreme
9:05 Depart McCleary (restrooms)
9:45 Depart Satsop (nuclear towers)
11:30 Arrive long Beach
13:00 Depart Long Beach (lunch)
13:45 Depart North Head
15:15 - Longview (gas)
Return routes from Longview are optional
Freeway to Tacoma is 1:15 (arrive about 4:30)
Back roads to Tacoma 2hrs+ (arrive about 5:30)
Last year we did this similar run and reality put us in Tacoma around 6 or 7ish... I would like to avoid that late a return this time if possible by using parts of the freeway if needed...
Vince
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I'm dying to go on this trek, but I'm not sure I can take the punishment of all this in one day. Even on a Saturday morning I'm 2 full hours from South Tacoma, so we're talking about getting up in the 4's to get there by 8. I'm not sure about 14-16 hours in the "saddle" on top of that super early start. I'll give it a go though, I hate missing out.
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Still, I keep a single bottle of 5hour energy in the glove box for those return trips that start to wear on you.
My only fear is if the day is constant rain. I'm not afraid of wet, but the tension behind the wheel with cars in front of you kicking up a cloud of mist can wear down your eyes, and mind quickly.
March is a tad early, and April/May will offer nicer runs with better odds of good weather, so if you cant make this one, you can bet you have an invite to the others!
Last edited by CleverName; 03-05-2014 at 09:36 AM.
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So.... Marko has started another type of forum on meetup.com called "DriveTheNorthwest". where he is trying to gather drivers of all makes and models together for weekend fun on our byways.
I wonder if our Jag turnout proves to be less that expected(Say under 4 cars?), if we should open the event to all makes? I could see two or three more attending if allowed....
Thoughts?
Maybe wait till the Monday before the event before opening it up?
input please?
Vince
I wonder if our Jag turnout proves to be less that expected(Say under 4 cars?), if we should open the event to all makes? I could see two or three more attending if allowed....
Thoughts?
Maybe wait till the Monday before the event before opening it up?
input please?
Vince
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Open it. Lets try it and see what happens. The Meetup group is located here: Northwest Car & Driving Enthusiasts I think it will be later in the season before the Jag drivers emerge from hibernation.
PS: loved your mods, Marko!
PS: loved your mods, Marko!
Last edited by Muddydog; 03-09-2014 at 12:05 AM.
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So as winter winds down, it is time to get a March gathering on the calender!
I had hopes of higher elevations this year, but the recent storms (yurray!) have again restricted us to lower elevations.
Last year several of us made a loop to Astoria, and I think a similar run is in order. This time, destination Long Beach.
Southbound via 101, and return via scenic 401 and hwy 4.
Stops would include Satsop, Northhead Lighthouse, Long Beach board walk.
Lets say March 22nd?
This will be an all day event, in blustery coastal weather....
Objections?
Vince
I had hopes of higher elevations this year, but the recent storms (yurray!) have again restricted us to lower elevations.
Last year several of us made a loop to Astoria, and I think a similar run is in order. This time, destination Long Beach.
Southbound via 101, and return via scenic 401 and hwy 4.
Stops would include Satsop, Northhead Lighthouse, Long Beach board walk.
Lets say March 22nd?
This will be an all day event, in blustery coastal weather....
Objections?
Vince
Sadly I have commitments that weekend but if it changes let me know.
Be good to see ya'all again.
If everyone has passports I would love to organize a Canadian drive this year. Keep it in mind.
Allan
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