Houston Area ~BLUEBONNET RUN 2012~

Duci22 · 03-29-2012, 11:04 AM

APRIL 1ST....THIS COMING SUNDAY IS THE EVENT !!!O.K…..you asked for it….so it’s happening.With the help of club prez, Ira Foster and Matt Tuckness it has kind of fallen-together and should be a good one !Most importantly…remember this…if it’s a screaming success…you can thank me later…but if it turns out kind of sucky…blame Ira and Matt (just kidding!)

~BLUEBONNET RUN 2012~ So here are the official plans (for now):Official Meeting point – Academy Parking Lot at the intersection of U.S. Hwy. 290 & FM 1960

We’ll meet kind of behind La Madeline (which might be a good place to grab a snack before hitting the road).WE WILL BE PULLING OUT AT 9:00AM SHARP…do not call and say (in your best whiney-voice):
“David, can you wait…I’ll be there in about 10 minutes…my alarm clock caught on fire and didn’t wake me up because I hit the snooze button 28 times”.
If you want to go and are running a little late…just skip this stop and keep right on going up 290 (and I suggest at a slightly elevated rate of speed…not that I would imply that you should break the law or anything like that). We’ll be traveling at the posted speed limit (or slightly more) and will turn right in Hempstead and go North on Hwy. 6.We will continue on through Navasota and start slowing down once we cross over Peach Creek Rd. just South of College Station, because we’ll be exiting at:

Historical, TEXAS WORLD SPEEDWAY !Texas World Speedway

Thanks to the incredible schmoozing power of Ira Foster, he has made arrangements for us to come and watch (FREE OF CHARGE), the day’s activities. There is going to be a driver’s education event going on with a new group called “THE TRACK GUYS”.We’ll park and go to the elevated stand behind the pit area for a pretty cool view of the track and all of its going’s ons. We’ll also be able to wander around in the pits….but don’t wander too far…because here’s where it gets good… At lunch time (12 Noon) they go cold-track (meaning they shut down the track), so around 11:45 we’ll line up and get to take a few complimentary laps around the track !Yes, YOU will get to drive on historical Texas World Speedway. For some of you , this will be an opportunity to drive on a real racetrack for the first time…I can promise you…it will be VERY, VERY cool !Now…as excited as you might be…this is when you need to be on your best behavior. Remember, we’re their guests and they’ll be leading us around the track with a pace car.

NO…we won’t be breaking any land speed records.
NO…we won’t be doing any passing.
NO…we won’t be doing any tailgating.
NO…Andretti Racing won’t be at the finish line with a contract,waiting to sign you up because they were so impressed with your driving.

We WILL be driving around at a comfortable pace, equally spaced (no dropping back then a burst of speed to catch up), playing follow the leader around the correct “line” around the track.We’ll probably get about 3 laps, but whatever we get…sit back and enjoy the ride !

After that thrilling part of the day, we’ll graciously thank our hosts and depart…winding through the beautiful countryside…our next destination?....Yankee’s Tavern. This portion of the trip is compliments of Matt Tuckness.
Here’s what Matt has to say about this: Yankee's tavern in Carlos, best burgers ever. There are some great twisty roads around there too. It's about 30 minutes from TWS. I can keep us off the main highways the whole time after TWS to Yankee's then twisty back roads to 1960 n 290.

Does any of this sound like fun to you?.....yea…me too !

No, you don’t have to drive a Z or not even a Nissan Product. We had Andrew Wilson (and Daughter) join us in his Mini last weekend, and he kept up quite admirably and seemed to have a great time. Z Club Member Danny & Karen Dodson showed up in their Mitsubishi EVO…so that shows we’ll let ANYBODY in J. (cheap shot Danny…sorry).

Like last weekend, I’ll need you to show up with a clean windshield, a full tank of gas, and a good attitude.Looking forward to seeing everyone there !

David

Duci22 · 03-29-2012, 11:05 AM

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TerribleONE · 03-29-2012, 11:05 AM

sounds like fun wish I was closer!

Duci22 · 03-29-2012, 11:10 AM

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sounds like fun wish I was closer!

If you leave now you can make it.

guru · 03-29-2012, 12:28 PM

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I'm in, sounds like fun. Last week I don't think we drive the speed limit once....had a blast running the car with some good people.

gurneyeagle · 03-29-2012, 01:59 PM

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tonythetiger · 03-29-2012, 01:59 PM

this event is free?? im down!

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guru · 03-29-2012, 02:28 PM

free , its just parade laps but it doesnt take much for me to be happy.... lol

Duci22 · 03-29-2012, 05:06 PM

The route back from Yankee's is a blast too. There are sweepers, hairpin, elevation changes and some great scenery. Hope we get a good turn out like last week.

gurneyeagle · 03-29-2012, 08:07 PM

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this event is free?? im down!

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Sorry Tony, I'm not buying you lunch!

ronaldr911 · 03-29-2012, 08:39 PM

What route do you all take?

Zeuz · 03-29-2012, 09:22 PM

Does anyone know what time this event might be over ? Trying to squeeze a few other plans in

Duci22 · 03-29-2012, 11:19 PM

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Does anyone know what time this event might be over ? Trying to squeeze a few other plans in

We should be back to hwy 290 around 3pm. Then everyone came split off from there.

Duci22 · 03-29-2012, 11:26 PM

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What route do you all take?

We will be running hwy 290 up to 6 on the way to TWS. After Yankee's we Will be zig zagging around on 3090, 362, 1773, 1736, 2979 and a few others.

guru · 03-30-2012, 12:46 PM

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03-29-2012, 11:04 AM	#1 (permalink)
Duci22 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 77 Drives: 2010 370z MB SP AT Rep Power: 13	Houston Area ~BLUEBONNET RUN 2012~ APRIL 1ST....THIS COMING SUNDAY IS THE EVENT !!!O.K…..you asked for it….so it’s happening.With the help of club prez, Ira Foster and Matt Tuckness it has kind of fallen-together and should be a good one !Most importantly…remember this…if it’s a screaming success…you can thank me later…but if it turns out kind of sucky…blame Ira and Matt (just kidding!) ~BLUEBONNET RUN 2012~ So here are the official plans (for now):Official Meeting point – Academy Parking Lot at the intersection of U.S. Hwy. 290 & FM 1960 We’ll meet kind of behind La Madeline (which might be a good place to grab a snack before hitting the road).WE WILL BE PULLING OUT AT 9:00AM SHARP…do not call and say (in your best whiney-voice): “David, can you wait…I’ll be there in about 10 minutes…my alarm clock caught on fire and didn’t wake me up because I hit the snooze button 28 times”. If you want to go and are running a little late…just skip this stop and keep right on going up 290 (and I suggest at a slightly elevated rate of speed…not that I would imply that you should break the law or anything like that). We’ll be traveling at the posted speed limit (or slightly more) and will turn right in Hempstead and go North on Hwy. 6.We will continue on through Navasota and start slowing down once we cross over Peach Creek Rd. just South of College Station, because we’ll be exiting at: Historical, TEXAS WORLD SPEEDWAY !Texas World Speedway Thanks to the incredible schmoozing power of Ira Foster, he has made arrangements for us to come and watch (FREE OF CHARGE), the day’s activities. There is going to be a driver’s education event going on with a new group called “THE TRACK GUYS”.We’ll park and go to the elevated stand behind the pit area for a pretty cool view of the track and all of its going’s ons. We’ll also be able to wander around in the pits….but don’t wander too far…because here’s where it gets good… At lunch time (12 Noon) they go cold-track (meaning they shut down the track), so around 11:45 we’ll line up and get to take a few complimentary laps around the track !Yes, YOU will get to drive on historical Texas World Speedway. For some of you , this will be an opportunity to drive on a real racetrack for the first time…I can promise you…it will be VERY, VERY cool !Now…as excited as you might be…this is when you need to be on your best behavior. Remember, we’re their guests and they’ll be leading us around the track with a pace car. NO…we won’t be breaking any land speed records. NO…we won’t be doing any passing. NO…we won’t be doing any tailgating. NO…Andretti Racing won’t be at the finish line with a contract,waiting to sign you up because they were so impressed with your driving. We WILL be driving around at a comfortable pace, equally spaced (no dropping back then a burst of speed to catch up), playing follow the leader around the correct “line” around the track.We’ll probably get about 3 laps, but whatever we get…sit back and enjoy the ride ! After that thrilling part of the day, we’ll graciously thank our hosts and depart…winding through the beautiful countryside…our next destination?....Yankee’s Tavern. This portion of the trip is compliments of Matt Tuckness. Here’s what Matt has to say about this: Yankee's tavern in Carlos, best burgers ever. There are some great twisty roads around there too. It's about 30 minutes from TWS. I can keep us off the main highways the whole time after TWS to Yankee's then twisty back roads to 1960 n 290. Does any of this sound like fun to you?.....yea…me too ! No, you don’t have to drive a Z or not even a Nissan Product. We had Andrew Wilson (and Daughter) join us in his Mini last weekend, and he kept up quite admirably and seemed to have a great time. Z Club Member Danny & Karen Dodson showed up in their Mitsubishi EVO…so that shows we’ll let ANYBODY in J. (cheap shot Danny…sorry). Like last weekend, I’ll need you to show up with a clean windshield, a full tank of gas, and a good attitude.Looking forward to seeing everyone there ! David __________________ 2010 370z Monterey Blue 7sp AT Touring Sport Invidia Gemini CBE // Invidia TP // Swift Spec-R // H&R Spacers // Stillen 25R Cooler 2010 Galaxy Black Platinum Armada

03-29-2012, 11:05 AM	#2 (permalink)
Duci22 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 77 Drives: 2010 370z MB SP AT Rep Power: 13	OK...Who's in? Post up. 1. Duci22 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. __________________ 2010 370z Monterey Blue 7sp AT Touring Sport Invidia Gemini CBE // Invidia TP // Swift Spec-R // H&R Spacers // Stillen 25R Cooler 2010 Galaxy Black Platinum Armada

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TerribleONE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 10,203 Drives: WOT Rep Power: 5850	sounds like fun wish I was closer! __________________ 638WHP 541WTQ @ 13.5PSI Build thread

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gurneyeagle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Houston/Saint Augustine Posts: 2,681 Drives: '18 Audi TT RS Rep Power: 20215	OK...Who's in? Post up. 1. Duci22 2. guru 3. gurney 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. __________________ Waiting on the Z35! SOLD - 2011 Gun Metallic Touring 7AT w Sports Pkg & Nav, Nismo Bumper and Rims, RC Grille, RC Brake Ducts, H&R Spacers, Painted Door Hdls, GTR Start Button, Nav By-Pass, EVO R Fog Light, CF Ducktail, CF Interior Trim

03-29-2012, 01:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
tonythetiger A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: SA, TX Posts: 1,035 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z PG MT Rep Power: 193	this event is free?? im down! 1. Duci22 2. guru 3. gurney 4. tonythetiger 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. __________________ KWV3/Eibach/StillenG3/FI CBE+LTH+34Row/Uprev/SPL/SouthBendSS/QuaifeLSD/4.08/TommyKaira/Status/VolkZE40/AP Radical BBK/Seibon/Amuse/VIS/Sparco/WorksBellGTC/RJM/Nismo

03-29-2012, 02:28 PM	#8 (permalink)
guru Track Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: houston,tx Posts: 597 Drives: 2011 magblack 370z Rep Power: 15	free , its just parade laps but it doesnt take much for me to be happy.... lol __________________ JTRAN_MOTORSPORTS/GREDDY/MOTORDYNE/ACTION_CLUTCH/MEISTER_R/FORGESTAR/SPL/HOTCHKIS/SEIBON/KOGNITION/RECARO/CARBOTECH/STILLEN/PASSWORD_JDM

03-29-2012, 05:06 PM	#9 (permalink)
Duci22 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 77 Drives: 2010 370z MB SP AT Rep Power: 13	The route back from Yankee's is a blast too. There are sweepers, hairpin, elevation changes and some great scenery. Hope we get a good turn out like last week. __________________ 2010 370z Monterey Blue 7sp AT Touring Sport Invidia Gemini CBE // Invidia TP // Swift Spec-R // H&R Spacers // Stillen 25R Cooler 2010 Galaxy Black Platinum Armada

03-29-2012, 08:39 PM	#11 (permalink)
ronaldr911 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 188 Drives: 370Z Nismo '10 Rep Power: 14	What route do you all take?

03-29-2012, 09:22 PM	#12 (permalink)
Zeuz Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 290 Drives: 2011 370z Rep Power: 14	Does anyone know what time this event might be over ? Trying to squeeze a few other plans in __________________ Advant M310 // Tommy Shifter // Swift Springs // Fairlady Emblem // Seibon // Stillen //

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guru Track Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: houston,tx Posts: 597 Drives: 2011 magblack 370z Rep Power: 15	Bump __________________ JTRAN_MOTORSPORTS/GREDDY/MOTORDYNE/ACTION_CLUTCH/MEISTER_R/FORGESTAR/SPL/HOTCHKIS/SEIBON/KOGNITION/RECARO/CARBOTECH/STILLEN/PASSWORD_JDM

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