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LilRedCorvette
05-13-2005, 09:27 PM
Back by popular demand, another Hopsfrog brunch event, plus a cruise to add to the fun. Brunch hosted by Dan Kinney, a prospective NVCC member and also known as c2washington here on our forum, and our friendly cruise host is 'Callaway Chris', also known as 89x2 here on our forum. Information is as follows:
DATE: Sunday, June 5, 2005
TIME:
10:00 AM - start gathering at Burke Lake Park GOLF COURSE PARKING LOT
10:25 AM - quick driver's meeting/map hand-outs
10:30 AM - depart for cruise
11:00 AM - arrive at Hopsfrog Tavern for brunch
OTHER DETAILS: Hopsfrog Tavern's Sunday Brunch is $12.95 + drink + tax + tip.
Please bring CASH - $18.00 per person
Please RSVP by May 29, 2005 to Dan Kinney at zeroz06@gmail.com
DIRECTIONS: Burke Lake Park is near the intersection of Route 123 and Burke Lake Road - this is the cruise meeting place prior to brunch.
Or, if you wish to attend brunch only, directions to Hopsfrog are as follows:
From I-495 - Take the Braddock Exit (Ext. 5 - Rt. 620 West)
Go approx. 5 miles to Rt. 123 (Ox Rd.)
Turn left on Burke Centre Parkway (approx. 1/2 mile)
Hopsfrog Tavern is on left (hard to miss!)
Street address of Hopsfrog Tavern is:
5745 Burke Centre Parkway Burke, VA 22015
(703)239-9324
Back by popular demand, another Hopsfrog brunch event, plus a cruise to add to the fun. Brunch hosted by Dan Kinney, a prospective NVCC member and also known as c2washington here on our forum, and our friendly cruise host is 'Callaway Chris', also known as 89x2 here on our forum. Information is as follows:
DATE: Sunday, June 5, 2005
TIME:
10:00 AM - start gathering at Burke Lake Park
10:25 AM - quick driver's meeting/map hand-outs
10:30 AM - depart for cruise
11:00 AM - arrive at Hopsfrog Tavern for brunch
Lil' Red, Thanks for posting this - it is sure to be a fun Sunday drive through the outskirts of Clifton, maybe even through town [;)]
C2Washington, Lil Red, and myself will "scout out" the route tomorrow and verify the flow of the route and ensure it fits the window of time allowed.
From that, a map will be made and distributed at the kickoff point - see you then [B-)]
Please RSVP for this as It will also help with how many maps to print [:-?]
Back by popular demand, another Hopsfrog brunch event
DATE: Sunday, June 5, 2005
TIME:
10:00 AM - start gathering at Burke Lake Park
10:25 AM - quick driver's meeting/map hand-outs
10:30 AM - depart for cruise
A few of us ran the route yesterday and had a BLAST!!! [B-)]
With a few tweaks to the planned route, we will have a great drive, running about 1/2 hr. in total.
FYI - We will be meeting at the GOLF COURSE PARKING LOT for the Kickoff - the lot is large enough for 60 cars+ and has a traffic light to help control our exit during our departure [>:)]
Please remember to RSVP - See ya' there [:D]
LilRedCorvette
05-16-2005, 12:46 AM
A few of us ran the route yesterday and had a BLAST!!! [B-)]
With a few tweaks to the planned route, we will have a great drive, running about 1/2 hr. in total.
FYI - We will be meeting at the GOLF COURSE PARKING LOT for the Kickoff - the lot is large enough for 60 cars+ and has a traffic light to help control our exit during our departure [>:)]
Please remember to RSVP - See ya' there [:D]
Yes, yesterday was a LOT of fun, I highly recommend this cruise event to anyone who is looking for some good twisties, nice scenery, and a good meal afterward.
RSVP here, in the calendar event posting, or via e-mail to Dan (email addy listed above).
c2.washington_
05-16-2005, 05:03 PM
I gotta admit Chris, I was a little disappointed when I came around the corner at the starting point and you were in an SUV. But, boy can that bus roll!! I was amazed at how you were zipping around corners like it was nothing! The fact that your daughter slept through it was doubly impressive. You must have done something to that suspension, right?
I gotta admit Chris, I was a little disappointed when I came around the corner at the starting point and you were in an SUV. But, boy can that bus roll!! I was amazed at how you were zipping around corners like it was nothing! The fact that your daughter slept through it was doubly impressive. You must have done something to that suspension, right?
Jeep Grand Cherokee LTD. 5.9L w/ Bilstien sport shocks and cross drilled stillen brakes [B-)]
The 5.9L has most of the performance though [;)]
I have a draft of the map to send you... [>:)]
c2.washington_
05-16-2005, 11:18 PM
I knew it. There's no way a stock saloon could have two vette's and a 600RR behind it and still make it fun for the trailers. You know, we should probably retest once the final map is complete. [:D]
ok, now i'm getting greedy [:))]
LilRedCorvette
05-16-2005, 11:43 PM
I knew it. There's no way a stock saloon could have two vette's and a 600RR behind it and still make it fun for the trailers. You know, we should probably retest once the final map is complete. [:D]
ok, now i'm getting greedy [:))]
I vote for a re-test. [>:)]
we can "practice" anytime [>:)] This WILL be an awesome event with the drive & dine [B-)]
I knew it. There's no way a stock saloon could have two vette's and a 600RR behind it and still make it fun for the trailers. You know, we should probably retest once the final map is complete. [:D]
ok, now i'm getting greedy [:))]
AWD, 245 hp, 335 lb-ft torque [:D] [:x] makes for quick times!
An 1/8 mile bruiser, or potent out of the turns, it moves!!! [>:)]
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LilRedCorvette
05-20-2005, 02:28 AM
Bumpity...
ArmyVette
05-20-2005, 01:54 PM
10:30 AM - depart for cruise
11:00 AM - arrive at Hopsfrog Tavern for brunch
Am I reading this correctly? A 30-minute cruise?
[:-/]
10:30 AM - depart for cruise
11:00 AM - arrive at Hopsfrog Tavern for brunch
Am I reading this correctly? A 30-minute cruise?
[:-/]
Yes, that is correct - some of the roads are part of the most scenic, yet demanding curvy roads you will find in the area [>:)]
30 minutes is a great timeline - leaves plenty of time to eat [:D]
Hope to see you there [B-)]
LilRedCorvette
05-21-2005, 02:19 AM
Trust me, that 30 minutes is an action-packed one. Most definitely a two-hands-on-the-steering wheel course. A very spirited drive that'll work up a good appetite for brunch...
Good food...twisties...[B-)] vettes...what more can one ask for? [:D]
LilRedCorvette
05-21-2005, 02:21 AM
RSVP list...
C2Washington
LilRed
*89x2*
Bluewasp +1
James Gaby
GentleBen
Judy/Don Patrick
Mallet435
Chris Harris
Holly Zell
ArmyVette +1
Tomas Cincotta
Omar Koussa
Bill Kolster
Alice Arielly/Jack Hufnagle
Jim Anderson
Jerry Myers
Art Baer + 1
Scott Crooks
Jeff Linden
Chuck Pellerin
Phillip Squires
Keep 'em comin'...
Lookin good [B-)]
Please add Mallet435 to the list
Thanks [>:)]
c2.washington_
05-21-2005, 09:23 PM
Trust me, that 30 minutes is an action-packed one. Most definitely a two-hands-on-the-steering wheel course. A very spirited drive that'll work up a good appetite for brunch...
You have a fine talent for understatement. Don't eat anything beforehand or you'll need dramamine. [:))]
Good food...twisties...[B-)] vettes...what more can one ask for? [:D]
I'd say gorgeous women, but I don't want to get pummeled by your husband. [:D]
LilRedCorvette
05-21-2005, 10:06 PM
You have a fine talent for understatement. Don't eat anything beforehand or you'll need dramamine. [:))]
Well put. ...the dramamine part, that is. [;)]
Good food...twisties...[B-)] vettes...what more can one ask for? [:D]
I'd say gorgeous women, but I don't want to get pummeled by your husband. [:D]
Since I'll prob be doing this solo (hub doesn't believe in getting out of bed prior to 1 PM on a weekend), I can pummel you myself. But thanks for the compliment despite its lack of truth! [:">]
Brown-nosin' the social director now, eh? What other club social event did you have in mind now to do? (and please don't say Camelot again, I said no once already). [:@)] [:o)] [:))]
LilRedCorvette
05-24-2005, 04:36 AM
Bumpity...
LilRedCorvette
05-29-2005, 08:43 PM
Bump-o-rama...
janderson
05-31-2005, 03:29 PM
Add me in, if you don't mind which POS I bring [:D]
jpatrick
06-01-2005, 01:06 AM
Slower cars to the rear; speed demons up front. [:D]
Add me in, if you don't mind which POS I bring [:D]
James, drive on down and bum a ride w/ someone [B-)]
Surely someone will have a spare seat! [:-/]
The launch point and end point are only about two road miles apart - we are just going the "scenic way" to brunch by-way of Clifton [B-)]
A few clouds. Highs in the mid 80s and lows in the mid 60s.
Sunday is looking great! [B-)]
I just checked the forecast and found& "Plenty of sun." As long as that forecast holds true and yall don't mind a new face in the crowd I'd like to join ya.
Slower cars to the rear; speed demons up front. [:D]
I'll probably have my wife with me, so be sure to fall in at the back of the line. [\:D/]
c2.washington_
06-01-2005, 07:14 PM
I'll have an open seat if someone wants to be a passenger. As long as woodsie isn't setting the pace, I should be near the front. [\:D/]
LilRedCorvette
06-02-2005, 03:06 AM
I'll have an open seat if someone wants to be a passenger. As long as woodsie isn't setting the pace, I should be near the front. [\:D/]
Lucky for you Woodsie isn't a big 'cruiser'. If it's not on the big track, he ain't interested. [:))]
Since 89x2 came up with the cruise route, he should lead, you behind (being the brunch planner), Ms. Social Director, and then the balance. As far as the fast cars in front, slower vehicles to the rear, I hope people will follow suit. Non-vette policy has always been tailgunner position.
Looks like we have quite a nice number of cars, looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday! [B-)]
jpatrick
06-03-2005, 02:17 AM
Surely your wife's eyes close. [;)]
I'll have an open seat if someone wants to be a passenger. As long as woodsie isn't setting the pace, I should be near the front. [\:D/]
Lucky for you Woodsie isn't a big 'cruiser'. If it's not on the big track, he ain't interested. [:))]
Since 89x2 came up with the cruise route, he should lead, you behind (being the brunch planner), Ms. Social Director, and then the balance. As far as the fast cars in front, slower vehicles to the rear, I hope people will follow suit. Non-vette policy has always been tailgunner position.
Looks like we have quite a nice number of cars, looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday! [B-)]
Laurie - it certainly IS looking like the weekend will be a great one [B-)]
See everyone on Sunday!!!
Lil'red - are you still running copies of the maps - Thanks [B-)]
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See ya Sunday! [B-)]
LilRedCorvette
06-04-2005, 03:11 AM
Laurie - it certainly IS looking like the weekend will be a great one [B-)]
See everyone on Sunday!!!
Lil'red - are you still running copies of the maps - Thanks [B-)]
Don't worry 'bout the copies...will print them off tomorrow...I keep getting last minute RSVPs *thumbs up*
DON'T FORGET YOUR FAMILY RADIOS, or you'll miss out on the trash-talking fun. J/K, it helps keep everybody together. [:)]
That and it's also great for bogey warnings [:))] Unfortunately, Chris, Dan and I know this all too well from the last cruise...
urtoslo
06-05-2005, 02:09 AM
Sounds like you all better sign some waivers. [:D]
Also, non-NCCC members participating will not be covered by K&K.
Sounds like you all better sign some waivers. [:D]
Also, non-NCCC members participating will not be covered by K&K.
Laurie - with the above mentioned, please print out a disclaimer form for ALL participants to sign then - .
Participation is strictly voluntary - and at one's own risk, simple enough??
See ya tomorrow [B-)]
ruffneckxx
06-05-2005, 05:33 AM
I have to bail. Feeling under the weather [:(]
LilRedCorvette
06-05-2005, 06:03 AM
Sounds like you all better sign some waivers. [:D]
Also, non-NCCC members participating will not be covered by K&K.
Already made plans to bring the waiver form, plus will be making up another general one for everyone to sign so that we're not responsible.
LilRedCorvette
06-05-2005, 06:14 AM
I have to bail. Feeling under the weather [:(]
That sux...get well soon, see you at the next one...
badaz06
06-05-2005, 01:48 PM
Maybe two more might show :) where is the golf course?
Maybe two more might show :) where is the golf course?
The Golf Course parking lot is 1 block South of Burke Lake Road on Rt. 123 (Ox Rd.)
If you come down the Fairfax Parkway from the North, take the 123 exit for Ox rd. and make a Left at the end of the ramp, and head about 1.5 miles down the road (South) and the park is on the Left.
If you are coming from Springfield, and coming up the FFX Pkwy, make a Left at the intersection for Burke Lake rd. and go about 1 mile to the light for Rt. 123 - make a left at the light and go 1 block on the Left at the next light - There is the golf course -
See ya there! [B-)]
I hope everyone had a great time - We did go back and run the course in reverse - what an awesome time!!!!!!!
Nice meeting some new folks - See ya at the next one [B-)]
LilRedCorvette
06-05-2005, 08:51 PM
Thanks for answering those questions, Chris...I was up till 2AM printing out maps and working on Concours, didn't have time to check the forums or my email account when I woke up. Basically rolled out of bed this morning and into the cruise.
I hope everyone had a great time - We did go back and run the course in reverse - what an awesome time!!!!!!!
Nice meeting some new folks - See ya at the next one [B-)]
Very well done, Chris and Dan...hopefully we can make this run a tradition, very cool. Thanks again!
A lot of people remarked on how nice the route was and how good the food was at Hopsfrog. Awesome!
BTW, on the way home I partially ran the route again...3rd time...Popes Head Road to Clifton Road back to Centreville, nice drive!
I need a shower and a nap... [:(]
jpatrick
06-05-2005, 11:10 PM
Well phooey. We waited but no one seemed to be up for a repeat. Oh well. We had another engagement anyway. Great cruise though!! Let's do it again soon! [:p]
c2.washington_
06-06-2005, 02:14 AM
I have to bail. Feeling under the weather [:(]
we missed ya ruff
c2.washington_
06-06-2005, 02:17 AM
BTW, on the way home I partially ran the route again...3rd time...Popes Head Road to Clifton Road back to Centreville, nice drive!
Got those two cylinders back? Any idea what was making lilred spit and sputter? Glad you made it home safe.
c2.washington_
06-06-2005, 02:22 AM
Thanks to everyone for making this such a big hit. Expecially Laurie for all of her paperwork and organization, Chris for selecting an excellent route and the general enthusiasm of everyone who made it. I've had serveral people suggest this as a monthly staple. Perhaps two groups might be better for the future. One trying to keep up with Chris and another appreciating the amazing scenery.
I was pleasently surpised at the C4 turnout. You guys rock!
LilRedCorvette
06-06-2005, 02:32 AM
BTW, on the way home I partially ran the route again...3rd time...Popes Head Road to Clifton Road back to Centreville, nice drive!
Got those two cylinders back? Any idea what was making lilred spit and sputter? Glad you made it home safe.
Thanks. No clue what LilRed's problem was, since I had just put more coolant, water, and water wetter in her within the last 2 weeks, but man she was up to 240* and hesitating real bad. [:(] New water pump in her so that wasn't it, plus new plugs/wires so it wasn't a misfire.
Starting to worry...15 days till HPDE. [[[-o<]
LilRedCorvette
06-06-2005, 02:32 AM
Thanks to everyone for making this such a big hit. Expecially Laurie for all of her paperwork and organization, Chris for selecting an excellent route and the general enthusiasm of everyone who made it. I've had serveral people suggest this as a monthly staple. Perhaps two groups might be better for the future. One trying to keep up with Chris and another appreciating the amazing scenery.
I was pleasently surpised at the C4 turnout. You guys rock!
Yes, we do rock. [:D]
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