4/9/2011 - 4th Annual Bullfrog Run

[jcauseyfd]

OK folks, it is that time of year again - time to go Bullfroggin'. Each year as we enter the spring season, one of our first drives is the Bullfrog Run done in memory of one of the club's late great members, Rob Baker aka Bullfrog. I'm dedicating this annual run to our late great member Rob Baker. Rob (better know as Bullfrog) was one of the finest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Rob loved Highway 66 and I only think it's fitting to hold a yearly event in his honor. Some of the longer term members of the club knew him well and can speak to his excellent character and enthusiasm for MINIs. You can get a little taste in this thread (http://www.tarheelminis.org/showthread.php?607-We-ve-got-a-friend-%28Rob-Bullfrog%29-in-need...).

The Bullfrog Run includes a run up Highway 66 - full of some excellent twisties to shake off the winter cobwebs. The complete route is posted below along with our lunch plans.

Motor on!!!

We'll meet at Lowe's Hardware in Winston-Salem off University Parkway off Highway 52 north on the right just off the exit at 11AM.

Lunch plans are going to be...
Bring your own picnic lunch to eat at Hanging Rock State Park.
We'll try to find a shelter or somewhere we can all be to enjoy a bit of downtime before running 66 home to Winston and beyond.

My plan is to pick up a sub from Subway in the morning in the Lowe's parking lot.

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=5901+University+Parkway,+Winston+Salem,+NC+27105-1341+(Lowe%27s)&daddr=36.43881,-80.34582+to:36.488756,-80.3939796+to:36.49941,-80.32587+to:hanging+rock+state+park+to:Germanton+Rd&hl=en&geocode=FUMcKAIdECM3-yFnGyC1elHzFilhmkJEYq1TiDETWHpLqz-lwA%3BFRoDLAIdJAU2-ymxEV3vNURSiDEoKWdW6dbPLQ%3BFTTGLAIdBUk1-ymrYcYQMUFSiDGJcxYSeyMQ-w%3BFdLvLAIdElM2-ykDRKH2oENSiDHaY733hNYe_Q%3BFYlTKwIdhTk3-yFRM3ZjSUjy5Q%3BFQP9JwIdXlo3-w&mra=mi&mrsp=5&sz=12&via=1,2,3&sll=36.237074,-80.274353&sspn=0.174457,0.280838&ie=UTF8&ll=36.316232,-80.266113&spn=0.697121,1.123352&z=10

[laardilla21]

It is on the calendar! You can definitely count me in.

[dmagoun]

Most excellent!!!

[Dirt]

I'm in

[ohbuga]

Marked it on the calendar

[maacodale]

Still planning a spirited and SUPER spirited runs?

[jcauseyfd]

Nothing concrete yet, but probably a good chance of doing something like that again.

[Bully]

Bummer !!! I'm in Reno that weekend for a work thing,... maybe if we both beg enough Bully and I can get Cc to take him out for the weekend : D

[Silver_Phoenix]

Shouldnt be a problem since its my weekend off from work. Looking forward to going this year! Im assuming we will meet in the Lowe's Parking lot on University?

[minimark]

Still planning a spirited and SUPER spirited runs?

:)

[tScott]

I will be there!

[Miniboomer]

Jeff,
Didn't the lunch plans last year consist of a picnic stop at Hanging Rock? That was some good social time, especially all the sharing of leftovers from those that packed too much lunch. I would recommend the picnic setting assuming the weather cooperates.

[laardilla21]

Jeff,
Didn't the lunch plans last year consist of a picnic stop at Hanging Rock? That was some good social time, especially all the sharing of leftovers from those that packed too much lunch. I would recommend the picnic setting assuming the weather cooperates.

I agree! That would be great.

[TWISTER]

I'm trying to plan this out now and as it is right now the plan for last year will be the same for this year.

I do need a leader for the spirited run.

Lunch will be pack your own for hanging rock

[BThayer23]

Can't make it this year, soccer on Saturdays. It's a great route, though.

[laardilla21]

I'm trying to plan this out now and as it is right now the plan for last year will be the same for this year.

I do need a leader for the spirited run.

Lunch will be pack your own for hanging rock

Silly question, but there will be 2 runs? One spirited and the other not so much?

[minimark]

One more a scenic drive and one to enjoy the curves more. Both leave and end up at same and take same route.

[laardilla21]

Thanks! I figured. That is what we did at Helenblitz this weekend in GA. I led the slowpoke run, but we still had some twisties fun. :)

[Whistler]

I'm a brand new member, but I am off of work that weekend and I would be up for some fun!! Count me in for sure.....maybe I'll have my cat-back by then.....I wanna do the "Spirited" version...lol.

I used to own a crotch rocket motorcycle about 10 years ago, and this MINI is bringing all those feelings of finding a twisty road back again.

[laardilla21]

I'm a brand new member, but I am off of work that weekend and I would be up for some fun!! Count me in for sure.....maybe I'll have my cat-back by then.....

I wish I could have my custom Magnaflow by then.....figures crossed!

[Whistler]

laardilla...what is Minis on the Dragon 9? I am not a NASCAR fan and know little about local tracks. I would love to know where one of those "track days" is held that allows us to open up our MINIs on a track that has some "S" curves.

Larry

[laardilla21]

MOTD is a huge get together of MINI owners on the Dragon in western NC. I think the number of attending cars this year is up to 395 MINIs. This is the 9th running of the event. They also do a spring and fall event. Tarheel is one of the sponsoring clubs for the fall event, so more club members go to that event. I am doing the spring Dragon because I will be out West during the fall event.

Here is the site: http://www.minisonthedragon.com/

Click on MOTD 2011

The Dragon:
http://www.tailofthedragonmaps.com/maps_ridemeposter.html

[minimark]

laardilla...what is Minis on the Dragon 9? I am not a NASCAR fan and know little about local tracks. I would love to know where one of those "track days" is held that allows us to open up our MINIs on a track that has some "S" curves.

Larry

Please see organizations like NASA, BMWCCA, Tarheel sports car club, Phil Wicks driving academy to name a few for HPDE events at tracks like Virginia International Raceway or CMP and the track I'll be running on next weekend Road Atlanta. There are other tracks and these organizations offer training from beginner to advanced. Bthayer has a thread here listing a schedule for many events this year! Hope to see you at an event soon, it's the most fun you'll ever have with your cloths on! Lol

If you have any questions, feel free to PM me! If I can't answer your question I can point you to who will know.

[Whistler]

Lardilla,

I am off the weekend of the 2011 Minis on the Dragon!! :)

I looked on the events forum to see if there was a thread for it but I didnt see one. I have alot of questions regarding timing, hotels, etc. I would like to know someone prior to going out there so I dont feel like a "stanger" amongst a large group. I''m not sure if the wife can swing it or not yet, but probably not.

My biggest concern is how to stuff enough beer in my MINI to last 5 days without affecting handling since its a "dry" county:ponder:

If anyone lives near Clemmons and wants to PM me their number I would love to chat with someone who has been there done that......My wife and I are in our late 30's, very outgoing and can get along with anyone. We are conservative (love fox news), have a few horses, and enjoy a good beer and live band. I like to drive fast (Like Ricky Bobby from Talledega Nights:yes4:), and just because I work for Winston PD don't hold it against me....LOL

Having a badge has its perks when you get pulled over by the fuzz....:nono: Minis on the Dragon sounds like a great few days and I hope to go this year. I also have a HERO HD hemlet cam from my mountain biking days and I maye see about getting a dash mount for it cause it takes awesome video.

Larry

[slimjimtell]

I'm in and free that weekend!

[Whistler]

Jim, we have the same color MINI....I like your Rally lights. I have a buddy who lives out in Hickory but I havent been out to visit in a while. Last time I went I recall how crappy I-40 was going west with all the breaks in the roadway going Bump......Bump.....Bump.....It drove me nuts.

Hope to chat soon.

[laardilla21]

I am definitely going to MOTD this year. I am also trying to figure out lodging and whatnot. If I can make it back to NC before MOTD, I would like to get out and do something. I think that this Bullfrog Run will be the next time though.

Also, I wanna get a GoPro HD camera. You should get a mount for you front tow hook. One user on here has one of those and has posted videos. His screen name is DIRT.

[slimjimtell]

Jim, we have the same color MINI....I like your Rally lights. I have a buddy who lives out in Hickory but I havent been out to visit in a while. Last time I went I recall how crappy I-40 was going west with all the breaks in the roadway going Bump......Bump.....Bump.....It drove me nuts.

Hope to chat soon.

Thanks!

I40 west from Oxford School Road to Rock Barn road...stay in the left lane, the road is tooth loosening, jaw rattling and front end alignment BAD!! It is the WORST road in the state.

Hope to see you out at the BullFrog run!!

[Whistler]

OK...so I registered for MOTD 2011 and I also booked a room at the Microtel in Robbinsville for Thursday through Sunday.......I tried getting something closer in Fontana but the Lodge was booked and a few of the Inns were $250 a night!!...It seemed silly to pay that much when I wont be there to enjoy the included meals.

So did I do good? Newbie here......looking for advice.

(BTW- Why is there no Minis on the Dragon thread in the events forum? I looked everywhere..)

Larry

[SNEEEZY - Erika]

Just HAD to pipe in to say:

1. I am planning on attending Bullfrog 4.
2. Jackson is ADORABLE! My English Bulldog (Dozer, short for Bulldozer!) makes a BEELINE for the passenger front seat if the car door is open.

Looking forward to meeting you and everyone else at Bullfrog and MOTD!

[Dirt]

(BTW- Why is there no Minis on the Dragon thread in the events forum? I looked everywhere..)

Larry
I'm not totally sure, but probably because we aren't the ones who put it together. You probably saw something about MINIs Slay the Sleeping Dragon, and that would be because we are the club that run that event.

[jcauseyfd]

There are a couple MOTD related threads in the Other Clubs National Events (http://www.tarheelminis.org/forumdisplay.php?84-Other-Club-s-National-Events) forum.

[laardilla21]

There are a couple MOTD related threads in the Other Clubs National Events (http://www.tarheelminis.org/forumdisplay.php?84-Other-Club-s-National-Events) forum.

Thanks Jeff!

I could not remember where to look on here. I also gave folks info for the MOTD9 threads on NAM.

[TazMiniN]

Count me in!

[Silver_Phoenix]

*makes mental note to pack picnic lunches for the run*

[mjsteelega]

I think I'm in. Will be my FIRST motoring event. (still breaking her in!, @ 2k miles). But I think she's ready. Where about is the start? Need to build in some travel time from Wake Forest. Thanks!

[jcauseyfd]

Unless Mark changes something up (don't think he is planning to), start will be the Lowe's on University Parkway in Winston-Salem. Google Maps (http://goo.gl/maps/qVM9) link:

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=5901+University+Parkway,+Winston-Salem,+NC&aq=0&sll=36.184043,-80.274804&sspn=0.008711,0.015192&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=5901+University+Pkwy,+Winston-Salem,+Forsyth,+North+Carolina+27105&ll=36.184286,-80.274804&spn=0.008711,0.015192&z=16

Bullfrog Run was the first event I did with the THMMC. It is a great way to get started!

[mjsteelega]

Cool. Thanks. May have to drive over the night before. Hope to be there!

[VaMini]

I'd love to do this run, but I've got the Susan G Komen that morning.

[Medevack1]

Im Free as usual so ill be there.

[TWISTER]

First post updated with all the current info.

[Mr.Jim]

We're actually coming down to NC on the 7th, first trip for scouting home locations. I'll have to see if we can squeeze this in!

[jcauseyfd]

What part of the state will you be scouting?

[Whistler]

I can tell you that we moved here from the Philly area six years ago and love NC. The people,landscape,schools,roads,and traffic are so much nicer than up north. The climate is amazing with almost eight months of spring like temps. Even in the winter u may wake to 32 degrees, but by noon its almost always above 50. We were able to sell our overpriced house up there and get a little farm here with half the yearly property taxes!

We truly have met some of the most sincere friends living down south and hardly see have any of the snotty, "clickish" behavior the north is known for. My wife and i were the first of our families to move away from the suburbs of Philly but when are families come to visit they realize what a sweet way of life we now have..
Good luck in your scouting......see u at bulldog

[N2MINI]

Dang, going to miss it this year.
Our Race Car Game is that Sat..

[ohbuga]

I am not going to make this event as I have to be in Lexington by noon so I can not do the run and be there in time.

[colejd]

Mike,

There is usually a caravan of Minis going to this event on the morning of the run that stars at the Starbucks on Fayetteville Rd. across from Southpoint Mall (6813 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC) at ~8:30 AM. We usually have 4 to 5 cars. This departure time gets us to the Lowes parking lot in WS at ~10 AM. That leaves plenty of time to get a sub from Subway for lunch and talk with the other Mini addicts (or Miniacs as they are known).

P.S. I remember when my 2008 Clubman S (TurboMini) had 2K on it (60K now). It only gets sweeter!

[mjsteelega]

I coming from Raleigh and got a hotel in WS for the night. Anyone else coming from Raleigh? Want to catch up for dinner Friday night?

[mjsteelega]

I think I saw your post on the MOTD... or at least I saw your bulldog! Chili Red with black stripes? This will be my first Mini drive as well. Also hoping to do the MOTD and the BRPT! Long time car enthusiast, new Motorer... still wondering if I should go "scenic" drive or the more "spirited"!

[Whistler]

Michael. Send me your number and I'll try and give you a call Friday night if your in town and still looking for someone to grab a bite with. My wife and I are in our late 30's and usually go out with a "crew" on the weeknds that varies in age from 25-40.

This MINI club is out first experience with "motoring" as well. I have been a driving oriented person my whole life, having owned motorcycles from age 16 to 34. I've had crotch rockets and my last ride was Harley Softail. I ended up selling the Harley when we relocated to pay for the expenses. Plus, the fact that we now live on a dirt road leading to our horse farm. (Have you tried keeping a Harley clean on a dusty road with all the nooks and crannies!?!?!?:wacko:)

We are really excited about the MOTD, since it will be a weekend getaway for my Wife and I (Do not Disturb sign on the hotel door...LOL:kiss:) and we will be around some great people and fun.

We hope the weather stays sunny and warm!!

TTYL and see you at the BullFrog.

Larry

[Pepper]

Keith & I are planning to be there! Spring fever is here!

[Mr.Jim]

What part of the state will you be scouting?

This time out Durham area, then in June the Charlotte area.

[Mr.Jim]

I can tell you that we moved here from the Philly area six years ago and love NC. The people,landscape,schools,roads,and traffic are so much nicer than up north. The climate is amazing with almost eight months of spring like temps. Even in the winter u may wake to 32 degrees, but by noon its almost always above 50. We were able to sell our overpriced house up there and get a little farm here with half the yearly property taxes!

We truly have met some of the most sincere friends living down south and hardly see have any of the snotty, "clickish" behavior the north is known for. My wife and i were the first of our families to move away from the suburbs of Philly but when are families come to visit they realize what a sweet way of life we now have..
Good luck in your scouting......see u at bulldog

That's what we've been hearing from everyone we speak to. We have friends in Siler City from the Triumph TR6 club also. We're big time British car people for a long time so we're looking forward to meeting you all, or is that y'all? :-)

[jcauseyfd]

Mark,

You indicate meet-up time is 11:00. Is that for wheels up?

[TWISTER]

Yes sorry for not making clearer

[ScottNC]

I'll be there. i like the picnic idea.

[Whistler]

We will be there and pack a lunch as well. As an aside my son and I had a great ride today with the group from W-S up to the winery. It was the first time I really pushed the car during an extended ride. The three MINIS up front had a heck of a ride through some of those twisties...:dance:

My 12 year old said he never saw dad drive like that before :sarcastic:

We had lunch with Scott x2 and Hayden found a buddy to ride with at the Bullfrog so he can sit up front, since my wife will be attending as well.

Still loving my MINI as we go into the fourth week of ownership.

Larry

[colejd]

Nice to hear a parent can still surprise a teenager!

[richiemarshall]

Thanks for the info. How long is the run by chance? i would be driving up from Wilmington.

[SALEMGYM]

Count me in.

[J Felt]

Starting to look like I'll be joining you all for this one.

[minimark]

:( Crap...looks like there is going to be no way that I will be able to get away from work until 12:30 at best....so unless things change drastically I won't be there...and the Bullfrog is one of my favorite events.....

But don't be surprised if on your way back you see a blue Mini streaking up 66 on the way to Orchard Gap anyway! ;)

[BRUIZER]

We plan on being there.

[Harmless Dave]

Hey,

We'll be there with our tank full for a tankful of fun!

[topdnfun]

Mike,

There is usually a caravan of Minis going to this event on the morning of the run that stars at the Starbucks on Fayetteville Rd. across from Southpoint Mall (6813 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC) at ~8:30 AM. We usually have 4 to 5 cars. This departure time gets us to the Lowes parking lot in WS at ~10 AM. That leaves plenty of time to get a sub from Subway for lunch and talk with the other Mini addicts (or Miniacs as they are known).

P.S. I remember when my 2008 Clubman S (TurboMini) had 2K on it (60K now). It only gets sweeter!

Is this meetup at Southpoint Mall on for sure? My wife and I plan to go to this as our first event with THMM. I guess we could just go there about 8:15 and see when we get there.

[colejd]

Is this meetup at Southpoint Mall on for sure? My wife and I plan to go to this as our first event with THMM. I guess we could just go there about 8:15 and see when we get there.

That's where and when I'm leaving from (as normal). I haven't heard from any takers yet before you and your wife. See you there.

[MKwxLady]

This will be my very first Mini event!!! I just picked up my new CooperS yesterday, so I'm super excited....see you there! :D

[zzdef]

I plan to be there!

[minimark]

Maaaay be able to get away by 11:15 now, so if that holds up maybe I can catch the group at Hanging Rock and at least pic-a-nic!!!! :)

[mjsteelega]

This will be my very first Mini event!!! I just picked up my new CooperS yesterday, so I'm super excited....see you there! :D

Congrats on the new ride! Post some pics... the rest of us will it on Saturday!

[mjsteelega]

Maaaay be able to get away by 11:15 now, so if that holds up maybe I can catch the group at Hanging Rock and at least pic-a-nic!!!! :)

BTW... sorry for the naive question as this is my first run... but should I be packing a lunch? Or are there places to eat at our stopping point? Thanks!

(eagerly awaiting new wheels and rubber... expect to have them on for the weekend run!)

[minimark]

There is some places around the meet up point that you can get food to take with you, but there is nowhere to get it up there. So be prepared before leaving with the group.

[jcauseyfd]

fwiw, this place - Hanging Rock General Store (http://www.hangingrockgeneralstore.com/) - just opened this past weekend. They are down near the entrance to the park. But I'd recommend getting something before we depart as circling the parking lot at Hanging Rock is always fun.

[MINIFIED]

Is this meetup at Southpoint Mall on for sure? My wife and I plan to go to this as our first event with THMM. I guess we could just go there about 8:15 and see when we get there.

I'm goin' *somewhere* on Saturday .. but not sure if it'll be Bullfroggin' or to VIR for the BMW/MINI club outing .. but both groups may be meeting at Starbucks at Southpoint .. :-)

[laardilla21]

What is going on at VIR?

[TWISTER]

Just a heads up. It looks like rain is in the forecast for Friday and Saturday. If it's pouring rain Saturday morning this event will be postponed to another weekend

[jcauseyfd]

Rain? My forecast says 10% chance - otherwise, partly cloudy and low 80's.

[Miniboomer]

I'm with you Jeff. Accuweather says partly sunny and pleasant with 81 degrees.

[TWISTER]

Okay

[MINIFIED]

What is going on at VIR?

Triangle area BMW/MINI club outing at VIR with parade laps at lunchtime .. see this thread for details and registration ..
http://www.tarheelminis.org/showthread.php?5768-VIR-BMW-MINI-Outing-Saturday-April-9&p=57926&viewfull=1#post57926

(Have never been to this joint venture but have done some of the HPDEs that the BMW club sponsors; seems like an inclusive group .. still undecided, I have to drive to GSBO for Sunday afternoon so Bullfrog run and spending the night as to not have to make multiple trips is looking appealing, too .. )

[MINIFIED]

Also same happening at VIR: VDCA Vintage Driver’s Club of America Wild Hare Run

http://www.virnow.com/event/VDCA-Vintage-Driver-s-Club-of-America-Wild-Hare-Run-45

[MINIFIED]

Bump .. so event this weekend displays on homepage Recent Posts (after site maintenance that affected display order)

[ohbuga]

WOO HOO! After some cancelations, I am going to be able to make this!!!
HAPPY HAPPY
:dance::dance::dance::dance:

[dmagoun]

Boo Hoo!!! I am out for the drive having power steering issues and not very happy about it!!!

[minimark]

What's it doing Dylan?

[dmagoun]

I took it to Dan on Tuesday to figure that out and it turns out the rebuilt power steering pump I purchased is failing. It is intermittent right now and only seems to do it on hard cornering or when I drive it hard (hense the problem with the run). So I'm staring at a 1k repair for something I already sank a bunch of money into. I guess I have to chalk this one up to a life lesson.

[minimark]

Ouch, a new one is a grand? Think I need to appreciate mine a bit more..... :(

[dmagoun]

Well the part itself is around $700 then labor I rounded up a little but not much because I'm in need of an allignment and oil change.

[colejd]

As usual I will be leading (or is it following, I can't remember :sarcastic:) a group of Minis going to this event on Saturday that starts at the Starbucks on Fayetteville Rd. across from Southpoint Mall (6813 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC) at ~8:30 AM. We usually have 4 to 5 cars. This departure time gets us to the Lowes parking lot in WS at ~10 AM. That leaves plenty of time to get a sub from Subway for lunch and talk with the other Mini addicts (or Miniacs as they are known). Please post a reply to this message if you plan on caravanning to the run. Thanks.

[laardilla21]

Don't forget your radios, folks!!

[surf4life]

I was about to say "Count me in!", and then I looked at the forecast. It's suddenly gone into the tank for Sat. Re-schedule?

[Whistler]

Craig,
I don't know what forcast ur looking at but I see mostly sunny and 79 degrees in W-S for sat????

RAIN!?....say it aint so...

[wildcrazy442000]

Looks like I am working Saturday, keep the shiny side up folks.

[TWISTER]

I told you guys!
http://www.weather.com/weather/5-day/Winston-Salem+NC+27106

[jcauseyfd]

Accuweather (http://www.accuweather.com/us/nc/winston-salem/27101/forecast-weekends.asp) still says warm with variable cloudiness. Weatherbug (http://weather.weatherbug.com/NC/Winston%20Salem-weather/local-forecast/7-day-forecast.html?zcode=z6286) is similar. Weather.com seems to be the outlier. Question is whether they are just ahead of the curve and the others will be downgrading or is weather.com just more pessimistic.

[TWISTER]

We'll know tomorrow night

[minimark]

I'm seeing nice with variable cloudiness for Saturday with maybe some rain Saturday night.....

[laardilla21]

I am seeing no rain during the day, just variable clouds and sunny.

I hope there is no rain. I have not been on a MINI adventure in months!

[jcauseyfd]

We'll know tomorrow night

I'll plan to implement this method:

http://www.myspacesarcasm.com/myspace-redneck-comments/6/pics_redneck-weather-station.jpg

[laardilla21]

I'll plan to implement this method:


Yessssss....

[TWISTER]

Sounds like a plan

[colejd]

I will be bringing club logo patches ($4), stickers ($4), pins ($4), and magnets ($8) to the run Saturday for those new (and not so new) members that want to purchase them. Sorry, I will not have any of the enamel grill badges for sale as I am still working on getting those made. Please bring your checkbooks or exact change because while "TurboMini" (my Clubman S) has almost every option, I left out the Mini logoed change machine. :haha: I will also be bringing some spotting cards to tag other Minis you find.

[MKwxLady]

Gah...Looks like I wont be able to make it after all :( Too much going on with trying to buy a house before the government shuts down! It's a 2hr drive just to get there, so if we're up for it, we might head up there early tomorrow morning....we shall see. If I don't make it, have fun for me too!! :)

[jcauseyfd]

Better close on your house in the next 45 minutes!

Hope things work out and you can make it!

[TWISTER]

Some major storms are in the Mabry Mill/Sparta Area right now and heading south. I am going to hold off calling this till 8am. Please check here or use 27106 as the zip for the weather check in the morning. If it looks to bad and nothing has been posted, please stay tuned, I'll post as soon as I get up around 8

[laardilla21]

So far, the Weather Channel is showing a great morning with the rain chance going up to 30% around 2ish. "Fingers Crossed"

[MINIFIED]

Looks like mostly cloudy .. which is the ONLY way I have any chance in a non-S with keeping up with the rest of you .. if it's HOT and I have to run the AC, I'm sunk .. :cry:

Some of us will be hitting the road not long after 8am to catch up .. so please post as soon as possible .. and for what it's worth, I know there's a whole contingent that'll drive in the rain -- even at the track! -- so perhaps we inpromptu make the drive anyway and just get to do it again on the "make up" date? At least there's no ice!

OK, going to finish getting ready .. I'm pretty sure I hear thunder .. so hoping that mother nature will get it outta her system before the morning! See ya!

[minimark]

Won't be out of work till 11:15 but plan on trying to catch up to everyone, at least at the picnic at Hanging Rock. If the weather is OK, I'm planning to take a run up to Orchard gap after the picnic. Anyone that wants to come along will be more than welcome!!! It will be spirited.. ;)

[TWISTER]

Let's do this but be very careful!

Looks like it might rain on us around lunchtime but this fog will burn off this morning.

Everyone drive safe getting here

[laardilla21]

Bullfroggin' Time!!

[MINIFIED]

Let's do this but be very careful!

Looks like it might rain on us around lunchtime but this fog will burn off this morning.

Everyone drive safe getting here

YEAH!!!!

Won't be headed out of Raleigh for an hour .. Southpoint caravan/JD .. likely won't be able to meet up, but go ahead on and I'll see you at some point ..

Anyone else headed out of Raleigh or points in between .. give me a call if looks like might cross paths enroute (I'll be leaving Raleigh ~ 8:45, pulling me in W/S ~ 10:30) Causey???
9I9 6O6 65I5

[Whistler]

See you guys up at Lowes!!!

I can't wait to try out my new mount for the GoPro HD camera....
Larry

[TWISTER]

Don't forget your radios, chairs & LUNCH!

[WINICooper]

Sunny and clear here in Charlotte! On my way!

[slimjimtell]

Very foggy in statesville!

[Whistler]

Had a great time today even though it wasn't sunny. My Wife got "christened" on her first run by tossing her breakfast a mile from Hanging rock....LOL :fie:

Next time she'll be driving her Clubby!!

Good turn out with almost 30 MINIS.......

[ohbuga]

Great run out! It was wonderful to see so many new faces....

[mjsteelega]

Thanks to everyone for making us newbies feel so welcome. It was a great drive. Well coordinated, awesome route and good peeps.

Next time I'll bank more credits to stay out longer.

Michael & Checker
- Team Topless!

[surf4life]

As another newbie, I'll second Michael's reply. Thanks to everyone for a great day! The drive was great and it was a pleasure to meet all of you.

P.S. Larry- I think the next run your wife should drive the clubby and you can ride shotgun with the sickbag!


Craig (Laser Blue with the temp tags)

[Whistler]

i find myself thinking more about men now i bought my mini..is that normal?

(The above test was typed as a joke by a "friend" when I wasnt looking since I had a BBQ after the bullfrog and left my computer unattended. I discovered this at 1130PM sunday night)) Edited and a followup post added!!

[slimjimtell]

Had a great time today. My Daughter had a great time! I seriously thought she would get car sick...she's a tough little girl!!

heres a video of part of the day...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEdjjueI6iY

[J Felt]

Had a great time today with everyone, will post some videos later if I'm not embarrassed too much by my sloppy driving.

[zzdef]

Great Drive! It was awesome!

[ohbuga]

i find myself thinking more about men now i bought my mini..is that normal?

Emmm! Depends how you are thinking of them... BUT it does not sound like a good thing, the answer is more MINI and more twisties......

[maacodale]

Glad y'all had fun. Really hate that I couldn't make it down there. The Bull Frog Run is one of my favorites.

[minimark]

Yep had a blast, good folks, great roads and good times were had!!!! :)

Of course the Highway Patrolman wasn't very pleasant at the end.... :(

[N2MINI]

Of course the Highway Patrolman wasn't very pleasant at the end.... :(

Is there a story there to be told!!

[Girliebird]

At least it was the end!!!

[Whistler]

OK gang..Its Sunday night and the weekend has finally died down..

I was reading this thread and I see that someone posted this under my name...

"I find myself thinking more about men now i bought my mini..is that normal? "

Bear in mind that after the Bullfrog I had about 20 people over the house for a BBQ, and it seems that one of the cops from my squad hijacked my computer and posted that. I had the Tar Heel page pulled up to show some guys the club and network of friends.....go figure.

Haha very funny, but I've been with my wife for 17 years and I like women....LOL

Larry

[N2MINI]

Now that's funny!!! Pay backs are $#@!

You'll have to think of a good one to top that!!!

[laardilla21]

Hilarious Larry! Also, tell your son it was great having a copilot for the run!

The run was a blast! It was a great warmup to get me in the mood for the Dragon. :)

[J Felt]

Just wanted to reiterate how much fun was had this weekend. Thanks to those of you who allowed me to tag along after wards for the extra twisties. I promise I'll get better at keeping up.

[ohbuga]

I need to work on the location of the camera for next time, but I thought I would share some video of this run.



http://vimeo.com/22289937

[jcauseyfd]

Very nice videos folks. Below is mine. I'm not entirely happy with it, but my computer takes 3-4 hours to render a 9 minute video, so I'm living with the problems on this. Hopefully by BRP I'll have developed at least some nominal skills. If you are interested in the still photos, check out my blog entry (http://www.totehmoon.com/blog/?p=726) (nothing in the entry other than the video and link to the gallery).


http://www.vimeo.com/22299085

[Whistler]

Jeff that video looks great.....perfect way to show my family back home what the club is all about. Im gonna try and mount my hero on a rail between the headrests so i can capture my driving and shifting....

[MINIFIED]

OK gang..Its Sunday night and the weekend has finally died down..

I was reading this thread and I see that someone posted this under my name...

"I find myself thinking more about men now i bought my mini..is that normal? "

Bear in mind that after the Bullfrog I had about 20 people over the house for a BBQ, and it seems that one of the cops from my squad hijacked my computer and posted that. I had the Tar Heel page pulled up to show some guys the club and network of friends.....go figure.

Haha very funny, but I've been with my wife for 17 years and I like women....LOL

Larry

Hopefully you really meant that in the singular ... :girl_wink:

And I do have to admit, I read that and wondered "huh?" so glad for the explanation .. sounds like you need to talk some of your buddies into buying MINIs!

Nice to meet y'all!

[MINIFIED]

Causey .. very cool video .. and was that really a Sheriff off on the sidestreet to the left at about minute 2? (just after the turn onto 66)

Thanks for sharing!

[TWISTER]

Very nice video Jeff

[Mr.Jim]

Great video! We're sorry we couldn't make it on Saturday morning, we had a great time in NC and we'll be back for the BRP run in June!