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Bay Area: Caravan to ALMS

Discussion in 'California & Nevada (Northern)' started by bobafett, Jul 12, 2004.

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  1. bobafett

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    #1 bobafett, Jul 12, 2004
    I figure Matt and I are going. I say we start @ the Reservoir where we generally meet for breakfast. In fact, if you guys are interested, we can have a Sunday Breakfast run, and then go up to the race after that (get there by 11)?

    What is the schedule for the day? We can make things a bit early?

    --Dan
     
  2. Gary(SF)

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    #2 Gary(SF), Jul 12, 2004
    Dan -

    I believe the first race of the day is Speed GT at 9 am. My son is coming up, we'll be in the corral, and we plan on being there for the GT race.

    Gary
     
  3. tvrfreak

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    #3 tvrfreak, Jul 12, 2004
    I was going to suggest the same, Dan. But let's do b'fast on the way somewhere, not in HMB. How about in Sausalito?
     
  4. bobafett

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    #4 bobafett, Jul 12, 2004
    Faisal: sausalito is fine too. Any suggestions?

    Gary: do you happen to have the race schedule?

    --Dan
     
  5. 4i2fly

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    #5 4i2fly, Jul 12, 2004
    I am game, we could get a quick coffee and sweet rolls at Starbuck off 101N across the freeway from FoSF. Would that work?

    Matt
     
  6. bobafett

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    #6 bobafett, Jul 12, 2004
    I am fine with either a hearty breakfast or a quick one, as I generally don't eat breakfast...

    I think the real question is one of timing...

    --Dan
     
  7. bobafett

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    #7 bobafett, Jul 12, 2004
    Schedule is as follows. Anyone interested in seeing the first race (means being up very early), or shall we eat / meet a bit later instead? I know Gary will be there early, so we can either go up when he does, or take a later train.

    --Dan

    For Sunday:
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    8 am - 8:30 am Warm up - American Le Mans Series (All Classes)
    8:55 - 9:45 am SPEED World Challenge GT Race - 50 Minutes
    10 am - 11 am Lunch/Pre-Race Ceremonies
    11 am - 1:45 pm Grand Prix of Sonoma Presented by Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa - 2 Hours 45 Minutes
    2:55 - 3:45 pm SPEED World Challenge Touring Race 2 - 50 Minutes
    4:05 - 4:35 pm F2000 Race - 30 Minutes
     
  8. 4i2fly

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    #8 4i2fly, Jul 12, 2004
    Why don't we skip b-fast and get there early for the GT races and then have lunch. If we get there by ~8:30 we should be able to get seated and see the start of the GT Challange race in time. Let me know.

    Matt
     
  9. Gary(SF)

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    #9 Gary(SF), Jul 12, 2004
    Sounds good to me. Derek and I were going to leave home around 7 am, which would put us at the track about 8:30. My freeway on-ramp is Page Mill at 280. We could be at the HiWay 92 lot around 7:30 if that works for everyone. The GT race is usually a good one.

    Gary
     
  10. bobafett

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    #10 bobafett, Jul 12, 2004
    If you want something "less out of the way" than the place we meet off of 92, perhaps we could meet at the pull-out right around black mountain? I can't remember if it's before or after...

    I can pick up some bagels / donuts...

    --Dan
     
  11. storminnormin

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    #11 storminnormin, Jul 13, 2004
    If you bring Krispy Kreme I'll drive south to meet you, boba!
    Norm
     
  12. 4i2fly

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    #12 4i2fly, Jul 13, 2004
    I am in for meeting at 7:30, I am o.k. with either of those places. Black Mountain exit may be a better choice so we don't have to turn around back to 280 N.
     
  13. Gary(SF)

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    #13 Gary(SF), Jul 13, 2004
    Black Mountain at 7:30 sounds fine to me.

    Gary
     
  14. bobafett

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    #14 bobafett, Jul 13, 2004
    Does that m ean I need to wake up at like 6? Geez Louise...I might as well not sleep! :D

    --Dan
     
  15. bobafett

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    #15 bobafett, Jul 14, 2004
    Ok, for the guys north of us, how about a quick meet in Stonestown Galleria just off of 19th? It's on the way and those who are north need not drive down...

    So, 7.30 @ black mountain, and then 8 @ stonestown.

    --Dan
     
  16. storminnormin

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    #16 storminnormin, Jul 14, 2004
    I'll be there at 8!
    Norm
     
  17. argtv7

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    #17 argtv7, Jul 14, 2004
    I'll be out at the track all 3 days. I've never met any of you, but will make a point to swing thru the corral and say "hi". I live right in Sonoma, and we're bringing the girlfriend's SUV. So, a caravan from Sonoma wouldn't be much fun. I just joined FCA Pacific last month.

    Brad
     
  18. bobafett

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    #18 bobafett, Jul 14, 2004
    Brad,

    Look for the filthy (hasn't been washed in 6 months) 550 with the bike rack... come say hello.

    --Dan
     
  19. vincent355

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    #19 vincent355, Jul 14, 2004
    I'll see you guys at the track. Save a donut.
     
  20. tzucc

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    #20 tzucc, Jul 14, 2004
    Dan, drop you car off at my house, I will wash it, clay it and wax it for you.
    No charge. I just can't take seeing this beautiful car so grimy!
     
  21. storminnormin

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    #21 storminnormin, Jul 14, 2004
    You may need to spray paint his car to cover that gash first!!!
     
  22. 4i2fly

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    #22 4i2fly, Jul 15, 2004
    Will there be anyone joining us north of GG? There may be one person driving a 360M who likes to meet us at Starbucks right across the freeway from FoSF. Shall we say about 8:15 AM. If there aren't anybody else may be we can slow down and have him catch up. Let me know...
     
  23. Rifledriver

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    #23 Rifledriver, Jul 15, 2004
    Some just call it "Patina"
     
  24. vincent355

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    #24 vincent355, Jul 15, 2004

    I'm pretty sure it's just filth in this case. But give a few years and then it'll be patina.
     
  25. bobafett

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    #25 bobafett, Jul 15, 2004
    Aren't you guys a riot! :D

    Tony: much appreciated, sir. But with the new speed scar, I'm sure the body shop will have to detail the car. And with new paint, etc. all around - I promise I'll be a good normal owner!

    Matt: perhaps a rolling start is a good idea. We'll co-ordinate more...

    OH - Everyone who has a talkabout radio - BRING IT. I keep forgetting to ask and also tell.

    --Dan
     
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