November NH RX-8 meet
10-29-2003 | 02:46 PM
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November NH RX-8 meet
I'd like to get a few of us together before the snow flies and am now trying to work out the details. It seems like Manchester, NH would be a good central location for us to meet. Once everyone arrives we can take a drive out to Hillsboro (the drive comes recommended from my10ae) and hang out over lunch. It should be a good time. Meet new friends, check out some cars, take a spin, and eat some grub. 
If you are interested please let me know when you are available.
Anyone who is interested is welcome to join us. Just please respond to this post so I know who is coming. Thanks!
If you are interested please let me know when you are available.
- Speed Racer - my time is flexible so anything works for me
- my10ae - Sunday mornings
- RPIRX-8, Gryo, Spin9K - ???
Anyone who is interested is welcome to join us. Just please respond to this post so I know who is coming. Thanks!
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11-03-2003 | 12:44 AM
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******Updated plans for NH RX-8 meet******
Time & Date
The first NH RX-8 meet will be Sunday November 9th. We will meet before 11:00am in the parking lot for the Burlington Coat Factory and the run will start at 11:30am.
Directions
The Burlington Coat Factory is located at the junction of I-293 (Exit 1) and Route 28 (1500 South Willow Street), in Manchester, NH 03103 across from the Mall of NH.
Time & Date
The first NH RX-8 meet will be Sunday November 9th. We will meet before 11:00am in the parking lot for the Burlington Coat Factory and the run will start at 11:30am.
Directions
The Burlington Coat Factory is located at the junction of I-293 (Exit 1) and Route 28 (1500 South Willow Street), in Manchester, NH 03103 across from the Mall of NH.
- From Everett Turnpike (Route 3) South - Take first exit after Bedford toll booth (Rt 101E/Rt293S Exeter/Portsmouth) Appox.2 miles to Exit 1. Turn right on to South Willow Street and take the next right on to Kaye Street.
- From the East (Seacoast) - Take Rt. 101W to I93S (get into the right lane) to 293N Exit 1 (101 merges into 93, 293 splits off from 93). Turn left on to South Willow Street and take the next right on to Kaye Street.
- From the North - Take I-93 South to I-293S and Rt.101E to Exit 1 then turn right on to South Willow Street and take the next right on to Kaye Street.
- From the South - Take I-93 North to I-293N and Rt.101W to Exit 1 then turn left on to South Willow Street and take the next right on to Kaye Street.
Last edited by Speed Racer; 11-03-2003 at 08:41 AM.
11-03-2003 | 01:15 AM
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Itinerary
11:00 Meet at Burlington Coat Factory
11:30 Head over to Hooters for lunch
1:00 Take a cruise over to Hillsboro
2:00 Hang out in Hillsboro
2:30 Head back to Manchester
3:30 Meet back at Hooters
11:00 Meet at Burlington Coat Factory
11:30 Head over to Hooters for lunch
1:00 Take a cruise over to Hillsboro
2:00 Hang out in Hillsboro
2:30 Head back to Manchester
3:30 Meet back at Hooters
11-03-2003 | 01:16 AM
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Pre-run preparation
Here is a quick checklist of what to do in preparation for the day’s events and a breakdown of what we suggest you have ready BEFORE you arrive:
Bring an FRS radio and be sure it has fresh batteries. We'll use these throughout the run to communicate turns, hazards, etc. If you do not have an FRS radio, they are available at your local Target, K-Mart, Wal-Mart, etc. near the electronics section for around $30.
Have your tank full BEFORE you arrive at the designated meeting spot. There are several gas stations at the exit for to take the opportunity to fill up at.
Have all your days supplies ready and on-hand. Recommended supplies include bottled water, sunglasses, and any other items you might feel you need during the run.
Some additional tips while on the run
Reading and understanding these helpful hints will ensure everyone has a more enjoyable time and arrives safely at the end of the run:
Be courteous. Don't tailgate or drive erratically as it is distracting to other drivers. Use your signals so the person in front of and behind you knows where you are going. They might not have a radio, so your signal may be their guide to knowing what's next.
Listen to directions and warnings on your FRS radio. You don't want to miss a turn and get lost! Also, we aren't the only folks on the road. The lead car will typically warn of road hazards, pedestrians or cyclists, etc. that lie ahead.
Be helpful. Sometimes a group of cars may be very large and a person that knows the route may be behind you or a group may be so large that there is a person in the middle of the group relaying messages from the lead car to last car. You may be designated as a relay radio person in this event. Again, using your signals is also a great way to ensure everyone stays on course.
Drive to your abilities. This doesn't mean you can't have fun, just understand your limitations and the limitations of your car.
Drive smart. On twisty sections of road, leave plenty of room between you and the car ahead to ensure that if something happens, you have time to react. As we approach towns, intersections, etc. try to keep tight together, so you don't get too separated from your group. If you do get separated, refer to your route map and communicate that you are separated via your FRS. If you are separated by a large distance (i.e. out of visual range) watch for the group as they will wait by the roadside for you to catch up.
HAVE FUN! Meet new people, check out the cars and enjoy the drive.
Here is a quick checklist of what to do in preparation for the day’s events and a breakdown of what we suggest you have ready BEFORE you arrive:
Bring an FRS radio and be sure it has fresh batteries. We'll use these throughout the run to communicate turns, hazards, etc. If you do not have an FRS radio, they are available at your local Target, K-Mart, Wal-Mart, etc. near the electronics section for around $30.
Have your tank full BEFORE you arrive at the designated meeting spot. There are several gas stations at the exit for to take the opportunity to fill up at.
Have all your days supplies ready and on-hand. Recommended supplies include bottled water, sunglasses, and any other items you might feel you need during the run.
Some additional tips while on the run
Reading and understanding these helpful hints will ensure everyone has a more enjoyable time and arrives safely at the end of the run:
Be courteous. Don't tailgate or drive erratically as it is distracting to other drivers. Use your signals so the person in front of and behind you knows where you are going. They might not have a radio, so your signal may be their guide to knowing what's next.
Listen to directions and warnings on your FRS radio. You don't want to miss a turn and get lost! Also, we aren't the only folks on the road. The lead car will typically warn of road hazards, pedestrians or cyclists, etc. that lie ahead.
Be helpful. Sometimes a group of cars may be very large and a person that knows the route may be behind you or a group may be so large that there is a person in the middle of the group relaying messages from the lead car to last car. You may be designated as a relay radio person in this event. Again, using your signals is also a great way to ensure everyone stays on course.
Drive to your abilities. This doesn't mean you can't have fun, just understand your limitations and the limitations of your car.
Drive smart. On twisty sections of road, leave plenty of room between you and the car ahead to ensure that if something happens, you have time to react. As we approach towns, intersections, etc. try to keep tight together, so you don't get too separated from your group. If you do get separated, refer to your route map and communicate that you are separated via your FRS. If you are separated by a large distance (i.e. out of visual range) watch for the group as they will wait by the roadside for you to catch up.
HAVE FUN! Meet new people, check out the cars and enjoy the drive.
11-09-2003 | 03:50 PM
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NH meet pictures
Hi all:
I just wanted to post up a big thanks to Speed Racer for helping put together today's gathering. I was really fun meeting other 8's enthusiasts. Good time and good roads. Justin, you gotta keep the 8 straight after leaving the apex of a turn :D
Enclosed is the pictures from today's run...
I just wanted to post up a big thanks to Speed Racer for helping put together today's gathering. I was really fun meeting other 8's enthusiasts. Good time and good roads. Justin, you gotta keep the 8 straight after leaving the apex of a turn :D
Enclosed is the pictures from today's run...
11-09-2003 | 08:40 PM
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I'm glad that everyone was able to make it. I had a great time and it was nice to put some faces to the screen names. I hope that everyone finds the time to browse through the CD and finds something of interest.
I've uploaded a few photos too and you can check them out here. Oh did I mention that it only took 3 hours to upload the photos and that I really hate my dial-up connection? :p
I've uploaded a few photos too and you can check them out here. Oh did I mention that it only took 3 hours to upload the photos and that I really hate my dial-up connection? :p
11-09-2003 | 08:47 PM
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Gyro,
When I was at Pocono raceway I was lucky that Dan (grey S2000 in video) was having a hard time finding the raceline otherwise I would have had to work quite a bit harder to stay ahead of him. Just goes to show that the driver has a lot to do with which car is faster around a track. :p
I also made a couple of screen shots of the Gtech data and placed them at the end of the photo album (see previous post).
When I was at Pocono raceway I was lucky that Dan (grey S2000 in video) was having a hard time finding the raceline otherwise I would have had to work quite a bit harder to stay ahead of him. Just goes to show that the driver has a lot to do with which car is faster around a track. :p
I also made a couple of screen shots of the Gtech data and placed them at the end of the photo album (see previous post).