Skyline Drive - November 2nd

Tigger · 10-20-2014, 07:25 PM

That's right! The leaves are turning along with the weather. I'd like to get one last cruise in before hibernating for the winter.

Plan is to meet up Sunday, November 2nd at 10am at the Afton Mountain Convenience Store at the southern end of the Skyline Drive just west of Waynesboro/Fishersville area off I-64.

Depart at 10:30 sharp!

Please don't be the late one calling asking everyone to hang back another 15 minutes. Some of us have a 3 1/2 - 4 hour drive home after the cruise. Please show respect and be on time. If you are late, catch up.

We will stop for pictures along the way a few times when it is ideal. I will have four handheld radios that I will distribute accordingly. I see no reason for anyone to get lost but if someone in the back needs to stop for any reason then I'd like to be able to get the entire group off the road together. There is no official number as to how many will show up at this time. But if you do plan on attending, please post your intentions. If you post, more will come.

We will drive the entire length and end at Front Royal where we will stop for lunch/dinner. I've tentatively decided on Joe's Steakhouse as they have damn near everything that everyone could want. No child goes hungry!

But ultimately the group will decide where to go. The drive and dinner should conclude no later than 5pm.

Rain date- Nov. 9th If the forecast is horrible as of Friday afternoon before the cruise and there are serious calls for heavy rain we will push to the following week. If the forecast is mostly in our favor and even if there is a chance of rain it will go as planned. It's not a high-speed cruise so it should be of no consequence. But pray for sun! It worked for the "bridges" cruise!

As a side note. I will be there early on Saturday checking out the surrounding area and wineries and such. If anyone wishes to meet up, let me know.

jlw2546 · 10-20-2014, 09:56 PM

Unfortunately I will be out of town. Heading up to State College to see the Penn State / Maryland game that weekend. Yall have fun and be safe.

nomodsjk · 10-20-2014, 10:11 PM

Damn man I wish I could go. That sounds like a great time

Tigger · 10-20-2014, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by jlw2546

Unfortunately I will be out of town. Heading up to State College to see the Penn State / Maryland game that weekend. Yall have fun and be safe.

Gotcha. Wish you could make it. Next time!

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Originally Posted by nomodsjk

Damn man I wish I could go. That sounds like a great time

Would you be able to go if I said your wish was granted?

Element600ee · 10-20-2014, 11:04 PM

i might actually come . the perfect time of year to check out the scenery out there . have you guys organized a ride out there before ?

Tigger · 10-20-2014, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Element600ee

i might actually come . the perfect time of year to check out the scenery out there . have you guys organized a ride out there before ?

I've been in the works on planning this for sometime but never this one. I'm bringing the GoPro and my camera. Might even get a wide-angle lens just for the trip to get some good shots. I do plan the majority of the cruises in the VB area so definitely not my first.

nomodsjk · 10-20-2014, 11:14 PM

I'll be on my way to sema that weekend so one wish has already come true. Two is just plain greedy

Element600ee · 10-20-2014, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Tigger

I've been in the works on planning this for sometime but never this one. I'm bringing the GoPro and my camera. Might even get a wide-angle lens just for the trip to get some good shots. I do plan the majority of the cruises in the VB area so definitely not my first.

its been a while since ive done the skyline cruse . last time was on the bike about the same time of the year . id deff bring the gopro and the camera too .. what kinda camera you got . canon guy here ive got a few lenses but no wide angle i need to get one too.

Tigger · 10-20-2014, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Element600ee

its been a while since ive done the skyline cruse . last time was on the bike about the same time of the year . id deff bring the gopro and the camera too .. what kinda camera you got . canon guy here ive got a few lenses but no wide angle i need to get one too.

Nice! I'm looking forward to it!

Camera is the Sony NEX-5T. I only have the standard lens that comes with it and the 55-210mm lens. I need a good 50mm prime lens. I'd like the CZ 55mm 1.8f lens but we'll see about that. At least not before the cruise.

Tigger · 10-20-2014, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by nomodsjk

I'll be on my way to sema that weekend so one wish has already come true. Two is just plain greedy

I'm ok with greedy. lol! Have a good time at sema!

Running4Mayor · 10-21-2014, 08:18 AM

Me and the lady will be there for sure. Be sure to bring your favorite cigar!!!

GM_Traitor3.5 · 10-21-2014, 04:19 PM

Just an FYI.... Skyline is going to be absolutely crowded with tourists and traffic looking at the landscape. Always is this time of year, although not sure how it'll be on the southern side.

Tigger · 10-21-2014, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by GM_Traitor3.5

Just an FYI.... Skyline is going to be absolutely crowded with tourists and traffic looking at the landscape. Always is this time of year, although not sure how it'll be on the southern side.

Yup. I was very much aware of that. It'll be a slow-going cruise for sure. But that's what we're all going for as well.

Tigger · 10-27-2014, 12:07 PM

Weather is still looking perfect for sunday! Sunny and 45 degrees! Anyone else wish to join us? I have several people from the beach area heading up.

Tigger · 10-31-2014, 11:01 AM

Last update before the weekend. I know there aren't any takers here but just in case anyone changes their mind. Forecast shows 42 as the high, no rain and 17mph winds. Looks like it'll be a fantastic fall day! Hope some of you can make it!

10-20-2014, 07:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
Tigger A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NM Posts: 8,063 Drives: Awedeeeeee Rep Power: 602	Skyline Drive - November 2nd That's right! The leaves are turning along with the weather. I'd like to get one last cruise in before hibernating for the winter. Plan is to meet up Sunday, November 2nd at 10am at the Afton Mountain Convenience Store at the southern end of the Skyline Drive just west of Waynesboro/Fishersville area off I-64. *Depart at 10:30 sharp!* Please don't be the late one calling asking everyone to hang back another 15 minutes. Some of us have a 3 1/2 - 4 hour drive home after the cruise. Please show respect and be on time. If you are late, catch up. We will stop for pictures along the way a few times when it is ideal. I will have four handheld radios that I will distribute accordingly. I see no reason for anyone to get lost but if someone in the back needs to stop for any reason then I'd like to be able to get the entire group off the road together. There is no official number as to how many will show up at this time. But if you do plan on attending, please post your intentions. If you post, more will come. We will drive the entire length and end at Front Royal where we will stop for lunch/dinner. I've tentatively decided on Joe's Steakhouse as they have damn near everything that everyone could want. No child goes hungry! But ultimately the group will decide where to go. The drive and dinner should conclude no later than 5pm. Rain date- Nov. 9th If the forecast is horrible as of Friday afternoon before the cruise and there are serious calls for heavy rain we will push to the following week. If the forecast is mostly in our favor and even if there is a chance of rain it will go as planned. It's not a high-speed cruise so it should be of no consequence. But pray for sun! It worked for the "bridges" cruise! As a side note. I will be there early on Saturday checking out the surrounding area and wineries and such. If anyone wishes to meet up, let me know. Last edited by Tigger; 10-21-2014 at 09:17 AM.

10-20-2014, 09:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
jlw2546 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 157 Drives: 13 370Z GM M6 Rep Power: 12	Unfortunately I will be out of town. Heading up to State College to see the Penn State / Maryland game that weekend. Yall have fun and be safe. eastwest2300 likes this. __________________ 18% tint - Swifts - SPL - H&R 20mm - F I Carbon Fiber TDX w/12in Res. - F I Hfc - R2C Short Ram Intake and a little Plasti Dip

10-21-2014, 08:18 AM	#11 (permalink)
Running4Mayor Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bremerton, WA Age: 39 Posts: 369 Drives: 15 Charger R/T Rep Power: 12	Me and the lady will be there for sure. Be sure to bring your favorite cigar!!! Tigger likes this. Last edited by Running4Mayor; 10-21-2014 at 12:33 PM.

10-21-2014, 04:19 PM	#12 (permalink)
GM_Traitor3.5 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 3,073 Drives: '13 GT/Brembo 6MT Rep Power: 22	Just an FYI.... Skyline is going to be absolutely crowded with tourists and traffic looking at the landscape. Always is this time of year, although not sure how it'll be on the southern side. __________________ 2013 5.0 \| Brembo \| Steeda \| Koni \| Borla \| MGW \| TWM \| JLT \| UMI \| Whiteline \| Fays2 \| McLeod \| Redline Goods \| Redline Tuning \|

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Tigger A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NM Posts: 8,063 Drives: Awedeeeeee Rep Power: 602	Last update before the weekend. I know there aren't any takers here but just in case anyone changes their mind. Forecast shows 42 as the high, no rain and 17mph winds. Looks like it'll be a fantastic fall day! Hope some of you can make it!