Post by: whitbomb07 on November 07, 2008, 02:57:48
Note: Just looking for expressions of interest before investing in any time and effort.
Whilst I haven't got my car yet I was just wondering if anyone would be interested in a meet in either the Newcastle/Hunter Region or Blue Mountains?
I'd prefer to avoid the greater Sydney region, to many hassles and nowhere good to drive.........
Blue Mountains on the other hand......... Great Western Highway or Bells Line of Road.........or both!
I'm still learning where everything is in the Hunter region (moved up here a few months ago, grew up in lower BLue Mountains)
Regards
Post by: encountar on November 07, 2008, 16:56:03
Post by: bez10y on November 07, 2008, 21:08:01
Post by: whitbomb07 on November 13, 2008, 10:35:37
Please respond if you have even the slightest interest, at this point this is more a survey of if you would like to go. I'd like to get at least 5 preferably 10ish to commit, before I consider organising it, I don't want to waste my time just for 3......
It might be over the top but by organising I mean coming up with a route, places to stop and take happy snaps, place to stop and have a nice lunch etc etc. Make the most of the day. Be it to get away from the significant other, or both coming to get away from everything else and have a nice drive.
If you wanna go really over the top maybe a prize for the most efficient driving of the day (if there's petrol and diesel 2 awards) etc etc
Regards
Daniel
Post by: encountar on November 13, 2008, 11:37:19
those tight bends are fun! im all for a meet, i know a hell of alot of nice places to stop and take pics etc as i go for motorbike rides up there all the time
Post by: whitbomb07 on November 13, 2008, 11:51:55
Quote from: "encountar"
Can we have a prize for the quickest driving too? :lol: :lol:
Don't tell me I have to do a risk assessment and statutory declarations that drivers particpate at their own risk etc etc before this meet?!?!?!?!
Post by: encountar on November 13, 2008, 14:05:24
Post by: blawler on November 16, 2008, 08:29:20
Post by: Rubix on November 16, 2008, 10:44:34
Post by: whitbomb07 on November 16, 2008, 22:50:58
As for when, I might have to do another poll, I know some would like to do it before Xmas/ASAP but I don't want people who are expecting cars soon to miss out.
Having just got my car and done 750km so far my car will definitely be ready!.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on November 30, 2008, 07:25:38
It looks like by a 5-2 count this meet should work out landing in the Blue Mountains...
Are there any other takers?
Now the question is when? Do you want to make a new thread with possible weekends between now and January, Whit?
Personally I think that it would be best a week or 2 after the Christmas fever has passed... but then I'm biased, because I haven't got my car yet :P
Post by: Rubix on November 30, 2008, 09:32:58
Post by: Thumper on November 30, 2008, 12:15:24
If you wanna go really over the top maybe a prize for the most efficient driving of the day (if there's petrol and diesel 2 awards) etc etc
Can we have a prize for the quickest driving too? those tight bends are fun!
One or the other, I can't do both at the same time! :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
I think all of us Canberra people are up for a Blue Mountains meet. Just up the road for us. No problems. 8)
Post by: encountar on November 30, 2008, 13:10:26
Post by: Rubix on November 30, 2008, 20:29:54
some awesome pubs about.True that. Can't beat a blue mountains pub after a hot summers day hike.
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 01, 2008, 03:56:50
I'm thinking bells line of road on the way up, i know of a few nice places to stop. How far are people willing to travel though? lithgow? bathurst? it all depends where we want to go I can pick out spots to stop at on the way. After all, I do ride my motorbike on that road quite often, some awesome pubs about.
Yea except for when you are on P plates and have a zero BAC restriction..............
I will update this poll now. I'll have until Xmas a poll asking how much driving on the actual trip people would like to do (NOT including peoples driving to and from the meet) that way we can figure out a route to take that keeps everyone happy.
Once we've got that squared away we'll look into when in the new year we can do it. I know for me it will be the 1st or 2nd weekend of Jan.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: encountar on December 01, 2008, 11:46:10
Its 135 km – about 2 hours 26 mins round trip, we can schedule it so we end up at the pub right on time for lunch. There are usually alot of bikes there tho so will have to find somewhere nearby for pics at the lunch spot. Theres plenty of places to stop for pics with the mountains or sydney skyline behind us, and there are a couple of pubs but we only need to stop at 1... or 2... maybe 3? :)
http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&saddr=Kurrajong+Rd&daddr=Station+St+to:-33.758795,150.684212&hl=en&geocode=FXR6__0dCPP7CA%3BFQp2__0dYrn0CA%3B&mra=dme&mrcr=1&mrsp=2&sz=18&sll=-33.757983,150.684174&sspn=0.004255,0.006545&ie=UTF8&ll=-33.726624,150.625992&spn=0.272405,0.418854&z=12 (http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&saddr=Kurrajong+Rd&daddr=Station+St+to:-33.758795,150.684212&hl=en&geocode=FXR6__0dCPP7CA%3BFQp2__0dYrn0CA%3B&mra=dme&mrcr=1&mrsp=2&sz=18&sll=-33.757983,150.684174&sspn=0.004255,0.006545&ie=UTF8&ll=-33.726624,150.625992&spn=0.272405,0.418854&z=12)
Post by: Rubix on December 01, 2008, 12:45:06
BTW - I tried adding a detour to Lithgow, only added another 35mins of driving, to 166km. So I tried adding a further detour to Bathurst - and that made 4hrs 40min and 287km. I couldn't understand why it usually felt so much longer to get to Bathurst the last few times I've been - and then realised that I've got a 45min-1hour long trip to get to Penrith in the first place. A lot of people might even have longer trips to make.
Maybe a 150km trip is long enough when you consider the distance some of us are travelling to get there in the first place... especially if young'ns are in the car (eg my 4mth old - there's only so much sleeping he can do! let alone ET's boys...). Just a thought.
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 01, 2008, 21:56:14
Yeah, that looks good to me.
BTW - I tried adding a detour to Lithgow, only added another 35mins of driving, to 166km. So I tried adding a further detour to Bathurst - and that made 4hrs 40min and 287km. I couldn't understand why it usually felt so much longer to get to Bathurst the last few times I've been - and then realised that I've got a 45min-1hour long trip to get to Penrith in the first place. A lot of people might even have longer trips to make.
Maybe a 150km trip is long enough when you consider the distance some of us are travelling to get there in the first place... especially if young'ns are in the car (eg my 4mth old - there's only so much sleeping he can do! let alone ET's boys...). Just a thought.
Hey all.
I was speaking with Petey on messenger last night about this and we've both come to the conclusion that we want to make sure the drive isn't to taxing (esp for those coming from canberra ish) due to said reasons.
At this point (nothing definite) I'm thinking about a trip that starts at Penrith, somewhere just off the M4 (maybe Panthers) go from there to Richmond, then head up Bells line of road, Lunch in Lithgow and possibly if there are enough interested a steam train ride at the Zig Zag railway (2hr return trip) then down the Great Western Highway back to Penrith.
I figure Penrith is a good starting point for all as most people will utilise the M4 somehow to get to the region.
This is all heresay atm, pending what the poll says.
My apologies to all but I can't change the poll setting that dictates the number of votes you can make. So I've reset it and ask that everyone only uses 1 vote PLEASE!
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Shambles on December 01, 2008, 22:15:46
My apologies to all but I can't change the poll setting that dictates the number of votes you can make. So I've reset it and ask that everyone only uses 1 vote PLEASE!
Regards
Daniel
Sorted
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 02, 2008, 00:46:54
http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&saddr=Mulgoa+Rd&daddr=Cranebrook+Rd+to:George+St+to:Windsor+Richmond+Rd+to:Petra+Ave+to:Great+Western+Hwy+to:-33.758955,150.685&hl=en&geocode=FaTo_P0dgEn7CA%3BFS_h_f0dVMf7CA%3BFTrY_v0dDuz8CA%3BFX04__0dq7T8CA%3BFTguAf4dPjr0CA%3BFdYXAf4d6OXyCA%3B&mra=mi&mrcr=3&mrsp=6&sz=15&via=1,2&sll=-33.758527,150.68573&sspn=0.026617,0.038452&ie=UTF8&z=15 (http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&saddr=Mulgoa+Rd&daddr=Cranebrook+Rd+to:George+St+to:Windsor+Richmond+Rd+to:Petra+Ave+to:Great+Western+Hwy+to:-33.758955,150.685&hl=en&geocode=FaTo_P0dgEn7CA%3BFS_h_f0dVMf7CA%3BFTrY_v0dDuz8CA%3BFX04__0dq7T8CA%3BFTguAf4dPjr0CA%3BFdYXAf4d6OXyCA%3B&mra=mi&mrcr=3&mrsp=6&sz=15&via=1,2&sll=-33.758527,150.68573&sspn=0.026617,0.038452&ie=UTF8&z=15)
Ok start point of Panthers Penrith, then drive to RAAF base Richmond and have a cuppa, travel up Bells line of road (possibly stopping at Clarence where the Zig Zag railway starts) the having lunch in Lithgow, then depart back down Great Western Highway back to Panthers Penrith. All up 196km, which at this point (just) satisfies everyones vote (3 where for <200km).
Zig Zag railway can easily be scrubbed. We can take the train ride, or just see it arrive and depart. (11am, 1pm and 3pm I think) which should entertain the kiddies. Biggest problem is the carpark (right next to the road which is bitumen) is dirt and rather rough, lots of potholes etc, I'm not sure if everyone will be happy with going there..............
As for locations to stop in Lithgow I think Petey might be better with that, otherwise I'll scout it out next time I'm down there (sometime late this month).
If it doesn't work I'll fix it up.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 02, 2008, 07:56:36
Hoping I will be able to drive up from Canberra to attend. Do we know approximately when the drive might occur?
Post by: camerooney on December 02, 2008, 10:01:37
Its a pretty big drive!
3.5hrs from Canberra to Mulgoa Road
2.5hrs from Nowra to Mulgoa
Post by: Thumper on December 02, 2008, 10:25:34
Will you stay overnight somewhere Eyma?
Its a pretty big drive!
3.5hrs from Canberra to Mulgoa Road
2.5hrs from Nowra to Mulgoa
2.5 hours from ACT to Panthers Penrith sitting on the speed limit all the way. (Did that several weeks ago, and regularly drive up to Katoomba.)
Besides, the Canberra crew will be in convoy, no problems! (Just follow my LED tail lights all the way home, with me leading the way with the bright lights!) :lol:
Post by: camerooney on December 02, 2008, 11:19:38
Will you stay overnight somewhere Eyma?
Its a pretty big drive!
3.5hrs from Canberra to Mulgoa Road
2.5hrs from Nowra to Mulgoa
2.5 hours from ACT to Panthers Penrith sitting on the speed limit all the way. (Did that several weeks ago, and regularly drive up to Katoomba.)
Besides, the Canberra crew will be in convoy, no problems! (Just follow my LED tail lights all the way home, with me leading the way with the bright lights!) :lol:
Cool
:)
Hehe I'll probably meet you on the Hume somewhere for the trip up (if I can make it).
:lol:
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 02, 2008, 11:23:49
Post by: camerooney on December 02, 2008, 11:27:51
Cool.
Well lets see how we go for numbers and a date, and hopefully I'll be able to get some time off work.
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 02, 2008, 22:01:39
This poll will close at the end of the week (sometime on the weekend) Please ensure you vote before then.
However unless we have a serious change in the poll I think my proposed route will be the one we try. But anyone else please feel free to put forward recommendations.
I'd be hoping the 1st or second weekend of Jan will be suitable for all. (this will probably be the next poll, a range of weekends over the next month or so)
I'd really like to get as many people on this trip as possible.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Shambles on December 02, 2008, 22:10:32
I think I'll start having a new poll every week with regards to the trip.
Oh please don't :biggrin:
Quote from: whitbomberman
This poll will close at the end of the week (sometime on the weekend) Please ensure you vote before then.Its expiry date is just before New Year :eek: :eek: :eek:
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 02, 2008, 22:38:47
I think I'll start having a new poll every week with regards to the trip.
Oh please don't :biggrin:Quote from: whitbombermanThis poll will close at the end of the week (sometime on the weekend) Please ensure you vote before then.Its expiry date is just before New Year :eek: :eek: :eek:
Don't worry shambles I won't be starting new threads, I'll just reset the current 1.
Cheers
Post by: Rubix on December 02, 2008, 23:09:55
RE Trip dates, I can make myself available most weekends except Australia Day w/e, when I'll be in Melbourne.
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 02, 2008, 23:16:12
Next poll: Date? Poll after: bbq or pub? Poll after that: ZigZag R/Way or no? Poll after THAT: who wants to vote in another poll?
RE Trip dates, I can make myself available most weekends except Australia Day w/e, when I'll be in Melbourne.
Mind reader. :lol: :lol: :lol:
Post by: Rubix on December 03, 2008, 14:13:36
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 03, 2008, 21:25:54
Can I amend my vote to "I don't care, but my wife will need to be feeding the baby every 2 hours which restricts my travel time to 2 hour intervals"? lol. In other words, I'm the culprit with the 200km vote.
Rubix
That's fine mate, at this point the trip is 194km long (the google maps showing this is a few posts ago from me) with at least 2 (3 if we stop at Zig Zag railway) stops on the way.
Unless there's a big swing in the votes I apologise to the member who voted <100km as the majority seem to fit with the current projected route.
As stated before I will end this poll and restart another (on this thread so as not to incur the wrath of Shambles :lol: :lol:) sometime this weekend, so please if you haven't voted and are considering coming please do so!
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Shambles on December 03, 2008, 21:37:20
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 05, 2008, 01:35:21
It is now WRT what date you would like the trip to occur on.
Unless there is a major protest I think we will go with the route I've proposed (start Penrith - Richmond - Bells line of Road - Pending vote Zig Zag railway - Lithgow - Great Western Highway - Penrith) See my post bottom of first page for google maps showing the route.
I'll let this poll run for the next week or if there are no further votes after 2-3 days I'll go to the next one.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on December 05, 2008, 02:28:51
also expand on the dates "Sat 3rd Jan" so unorganised and ...er - "not so quick" people like myself don't have to open up a calender! :P
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 05, 2008, 08:17:01
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 05, 2008, 10:43:47
Personally, I would prefer a Sunday as I work Saturdays and couldnt make it. Jan 4 or 11 sound good to me. I voted later in the year, than wanted to change my vote but couldn't.
Sorry Eyma but I can't allow revotes, I'll keep you in mind though.
It looks like the 11th is shaping up to be the day at this rate....... but still plenty of time for that to change.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: camerooney on December 05, 2008, 11:22:24
I'm hoping to get a few days off around that time (maybe...not set in stone just yet)
Its funny because one of the VW forums is planning a meet up on the 11th aswell (up at Stanwell Tops probably)
hehe..
:)
Post by: Rubix on December 05, 2008, 14:38:09
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 05, 2008, 14:53:03
Why not allow revotes? Someone originally wants 4th, something comes up, 4th no longer viable, 11th more viable... and for multiple votes, if 5 people can make 2 different dates, 1 person can only make one, you'll get 6 on that date, so everyone happy. If single vote only, the 5 plus 1 could be split between 2 different votes...
Sorry Rubix should have elaborated further.
I can't change options such as this when I amend the poll to a new topic, the only way to do it would be to open multiple threads, as this would take up more bandwidth and create a few problems for the mods, so I've chosen just to stick with the 1 thread.
Each time I change the poll the only thing I can edit is subject and options. Continually asking the mods (who have greater access) isn't really fair on them.
If this is a big issue for many people, can they please select 'I don't care' and then post what dates are preferable? Thanks
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 07, 2008, 21:34:42
Please get your votes in by Friday, at that point it will be a case of majority rules (which at this point is Sunday 11Jan with 3 votes, the later in the year is meant to be 11th Jan)
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on December 08, 2008, 01:26:32
Well, it should be 10+ if you include our loved ones :D
Who's RSVP'd? I shall be there definitely, even if I have to drive this Tiida loan car that I've got at the moment...
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 08, 2008, 07:37:36
4 attendees so far!!!
Well, it should be 10+ if you include our loved ones :D
Who's RSVP'd? I shall be there definitely, even if I have to drive this Tiida loan car that I've got at the moment...
Well I'll try take two of this (before I accidentally hit back right before I was going to post and lost the whole lot)
I'm hoping we'll have at least 20 people in total. Because at that point a group booking (and cheaper tickets) becomes an option.
I've been doing a bit of homework and currently I have information regarding full and discounted prices for the 1.5hr return trips (which might be a bit to long for our Canberra members attending.
There is also a 'half' trip which runs for 45mins. The website does not specifically say the price of these tickets but I think it might be the same as the one way tickets. I'm looking further into that.
Anyway below are the costings, some might consider them a bit pricey, but I think it's definitely worth it.
Full return fare Discounted return fare Full one way fare
Adult $25.00 $21.00 $19.00
Children (5-16) $12.50 $11.00 $9.50
Concession/senior $20.00 $18.00 $15.00
Family $62.50 N/A N/A
Note: Website does not mention anything as to what options 'Family' can be i.e. 2 adults 2 children, 1 adult 3 children etc etc
Children under 5 must be accompanied with fare paying adult, for insurance purposes a 'complimentary ticket' is supplied for them.
I'm just putting this information up now to give everyone a heads up as to what the go could be with the Zig Zag. At this point in time it is still only a possibility pending the results of the next poll. The next poll will go over each of the options wrt Zig Zag (including not going).
For more information please have a look at www.zigzagrailway.com.au (http://www.zigzagrailway.com.au)
Finally if anyone has anything to ask/add. Please do!!! This meet will only be as good as the effort that we put into it.
I would very much like to make this meet the benchmark that other meets will be compared to for a long time!!!
That's all I can remember including in the original post, hopefully that covers it all. If not the post button isn't to far away...... :lol: :lol: :lol:
Regards
Daniel
Post by: camerooney on December 09, 2008, 00:06:32
I should be able to attend all going well.
The only thing I'm concerned about is the time factor.
What time do we plan to meet at Mulgoa Road?
I think it will take me about 2.5hrs to get up there from Nowra.
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 09, 2008, 03:14:41
Post by: camerooney on December 09, 2008, 03:44:42
:P
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 09, 2008, 05:27:42
Time is very much a factor that we will have to balance. Unfortunately that will mean another poll....... (I can here the groans already, but i think it's the easiest way) You guys down south are something that I've been fretting over quite alot to figure out how to work this, and not watch the 6 o'clock news and see your car wrapped around a tree whilst returning home...... :eek: :eek: :eek:
Furthermore here is the list of discounted 'Half trip' fares it looks like they are a discount on the one way tickets, so if we don't get 20 people in total we will have to pay the full one way fare for the 'half trip'.
$15.00 Adults - $13.00 Seniors - $9.00 Child.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on December 09, 2008, 05:36:03
If we try to catch the 11am ZZ train, so we could be back in time for lunch around 12:30-1pm, then with 2 1/2hrs to get there it would be a 8:30am start in Penrith - so you Canberra folk would be up by 6am!!!
If we try to catch the 1pm ZZ train, with the 2 1/2 hours to get there, and then lunch would be at 2:30-3pm (is that too late?) or if we have lunch @ 12pm BEFORE we catch the 1pm ZZ train, it would be 9:30 leaving from Penrith, so a 7am start for the Canberra-siders.
Finally, if we catch the 3pm ZZ train, we could lunch from 1pm-2:30ish, so starting at 10:30am from Penrith would allow the Canberra guys an 8am start. This would also mean we'd have a bit more relaxing lunch. Only thing is, we finish in Penrith at about 6:30-8pm (depending on how many places we stop for drinks on the drive after the ZZ train ride), so you'll be back in Canberra by 10/11pm.
I like the last option :mrgreen: , but that's what voting's for. :lol:
Cam or Eyma - just make the executive decision :P
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 09, 2008, 05:45:14
I think this could make things a little interesting.....
GAAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Making me think to much!!!!!!!! :P :evil: :eek:
Post by: Rubix on December 09, 2008, 06:37:10
Post by: camerooney on December 09, 2008, 07:01:07
If we try to catch the 11am ZZ train, so we could be back in time for lunch around 12:30-1pm, then with 2 1/2hrs to get there it would be a 8:30am start in Penrith - so you Canberra folk would be up by 6am!!!
If we try to catch the 1pm ZZ train, with the 2 1/2 hours to get there, and then lunch would be at 2:30-3pm (is that too late?) or if we have lunch @ 12pm BEFORE we catch the 1pm ZZ train, it would be 9:30 leaving from Penrith, so a 7am start for the Canberra-siders.
Finally, if we catch the 3pm ZZ train, we could lunch from 1pm-2:30ish, so starting at 10:30am from Penrith would allow the Canberra guys an 8am start. This would also mean we'd have a bit more relaxing lunch. Only thing is, we finish in Penrith at about 6:30-8pm (depending on how many places we stop for drinks on the drive after the ZZ train ride), so you'll be back in Canberra by 10/11pm.
I like the last option :mrgreen: , but that's what voting's for. :lol:
Cam or Eyma - just make the executive decision :P
I think I'd rather the first one.
I dont mind getting up early. I just dont want to head back too late.
In saying this though, just because I dont want to head back later doesn't mean the whole trip has to be changed to centre around the people further away.
I'll just work around whats happening. Whether I skip the train ride and just meet you up there for lunch or something.
Whatever we do, I'll get to meet everyone, see some lovely i30's and take lots of pics!
:D
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 09, 2008, 08:14:09
Post by: encountar on December 09, 2008, 08:33:32
and there is plenty of places ot stop for beer/coffee. the apple bar is one of them, great cappacinos!!!
im just trying to work out the lunch idea... we could have a bbq or a pub lunch, depends on what people would prefer
Post by: camerooney on December 09, 2008, 09:20:05
:P
I love a bbq, but I'm just as happy with Chicken Shnitzel and Chips with gravy
:D
Post by: Rubix on December 09, 2008, 12:55:09
Don't know what you guys are thinking about the 2 option 2's, but it'll be hard to squash lunch in before the train whether it be barbie OR restaurant, so lunch could end up 2-3pm. Bring snacks!
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 09, 2008, 21:52:50
Next vote will be all about Zig Zag and whether we go or not. (Not going is still an option, but it seems everyone is pretty keen)
I'll include options for all 3 trains times and full and half trip's, not going, don't care etc etc.
I'll leave this up to you guys to decide, as per usual majority rules, if there isn't a majority I'll make a D.
Anyone who hasn't voted yet for Date PLEASE VOTE NOW! I will be closing that poll at some point on FRIDAY!!! (Probably around 12pm EDST but could be later or earlier)
Regards
Daniel
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 10, 2008, 08:55:02
Latest news is this:
Family tickets are for 2 adults and 3 children. The cost for the discounted half trip family ticket is $39.
They have told me if we are just under (I'm guessing 17-18) they'll still give a group discount. (How nice of them)
I won't need any personal details from anyone, just the number attending and which associated ticket is required for each.
I will need firm numbers by Xmas. The next poll is all about Zig Zag and will run from this Friday 12Dec to Friday 19Dec, after the results of that poll are collected, I will take figures via my personal Email to keep confidentiality. (Please let me know if it is not showing in my profile and I will fix it)
Lastly (and I know I'm harping on but) PLEASE VOTE! So far we only have 6 votes and I know there are more than that wanting to attend!!!
The poll is important for me to keep track of things.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: G14Classified101 on December 11, 2008, 06:08:41
Post by: Rubix on December 11, 2008, 06:24:40
Guys im up for a cruise. Am i going to be the only petrol driver? Coz dont leave me behind with an empty tank. hehehe. January 10/11 sounds fine.Nope. I should have my uneconomical (well, by i30 standards) Petrol SLX Auto by the 11th - so I'll give you a run for your money on the 'most petrol used' stakes :P
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 12, 2008, 00:41:52
Just changed the poll to the Zig Zag trip.
The vote is in and with 4 out of 7 votes the 11th Jan has won (Eyma had put later in the year but then changed to 11th Jan giving the 4th vote). 2 others said they didn't mind what date and the only other date, with 1 vote was the 10th......... I'm sorry to whoever put the 10th, I hope you can still make it on the 11th.
Latest poll gives the choices of what time and trip type people would like. At this point the shortest trip type will probably be the winner, i.e. if 2 say full trip and 2 say half trip the half trip will be the choice.
If I haven't supplied enough information about Zig Zag please let me know or visit www.zigzagrailway.com.au/ (http://www.zigzagrailway.com.au/)
(Time for more harping on) PLEASE VOTE!!!! This is a rather important poll and has consequences on the actual trip. Anyone interested in the slightest should vote in the poll. Please do not just reply with a post as this can be lost in amongst all the others.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: G14Classified101 on December 12, 2008, 03:22:50
Post by: Rubix on December 12, 2008, 05:28:51
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 12, 2008, 21:49:43
Post by: Rubix on December 13, 2008, 04:11:36
Like Rubix on the half or full trip. Shorter might be better as its going to be a long day for some.I was more concerned about my lunch :P
But yeah. My vote hit the full trip, but I can see the merit in the half one.
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 15, 2008, 10:14:30
Just keeping this up the top and visible.
Plus we have 6 votes so far, I know there are still a few people out there who haven't voted. Please do so!
Also if people feel they are definitely commited to this trip on the 11th Jan and don't mind which train we take I will start taking numbers via my PRIVATE MESSAGES (previously I said my email but I think PM will be better). If you would like to wait for the end result of this poll that's fine. So far the 1pm half trip will be the way to go.
The poll will end on Friday 19th after that I will need numbers by Christmas (I know it only gives 6 days after this poll but I have to get figures to Zig Zag Railway) so as to ensure ZZR are prepared for us.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on December 15, 2008, 22:32:10
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 17, 2008, 08:48:56
Voting for this poll will cease at Midday EDST Friday.
At this point the 1pm half trip is looking to be the ride of choice (a bit unfortunate but I can understand the reasoning)
I require numbers from all members by Xmas as ZZR requires 2-3 weeks prior notice. To get the discounted fares we do require a minimum of 20 people. If we do not meet this 20 we will be paying full fares.
Please contact me via PM (with Subject heading: ZZR) with the numbers you will be bringing ie 1 adult 1 child 1 infant, 2 adults etc etc
Keep the voting and posts going boys and girls!!! Any questions/recommendations please do not hesitate.
In some other news it may be possible to have a BBQ at ZZR (this is something I will be looking into before Xmas, but not sure of exact date as yet that I will know)
I currently have no other ideas for polls after this one. If there's anything you think has been missed that should be asked of the group please mention it!
Regards
Daniel
Post by: bez10y on December 17, 2008, 21:10:00
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 18, 2008, 06:43:15
Unfortunately our summer holiday plans have gone a bit awry so not sure what we are doing.
Sorry to hear that. I hope you can still manage to make it...... :'(
Final Reminder that the poll closes tomorrow at 1200 EDST. Currently the 1pm Half trip is the clear winner. If you haven't voted yet, PLEASE DO SO!!!
Here's a few shots I took a while ago when passing through (didn't get to go for a ride :'( :'( :'( )
(http://i381.photobucket.com/albums/oo254/whitbomb07/Trains/P1020600.jpg)
(http://i381.photobucket.com/albums/oo254/whitbomb07/Trains/P1020601.jpg)
(http://i381.photobucket.com/albums/oo254/whitbomb07/Trains/P1020613.jpg)
(http://i381.photobucket.com/albums/oo254/whitbomb07/Trains/P1020616.jpg)
(http://i381.photobucket.com/albums/oo254/whitbomb07/Trains/P1020618.jpg)
(http://i381.photobucket.com/albums/oo254/whitbomb07/Trains/P1020639.jpg)
Regards
Daniel
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 19, 2008, 01:47:29
Voting has now ceased for the ZZR poll.
Clear winner is the 1pm half trip with 4 votes (next closest was 1pm full trip with 2)
I hope everyone can fit this in.
I just checked the ZZR website (and I will personally go up there hopefully in the next week to confirm) there are BBQ facilities at ZZR along with a Kiosk.
Now we have to figure out timings. If we do have the BBQ at ZZR I'd want to be there by 1130 to set up, start it, cook, feed, pack up.
It's about 1hr 30 mins from Penrith to ZZR via GWH withought actually going into Lithgow. If we go via Lithgow it's around 1hr 45. If we go via Richmond and Bells Line of Road its just under 2 hrs.
I think I'll do a dry run of it all and see how it goes.
Next poll is what time would we like to meet at Penrith? This is where the boys down south get priority.
So far for stops I was thinking the cafe outside Richmond RAAF base for a cuppa, and The Ori in Springwood (off GWH) for a drink (for those that can)
My brains fried at the moment, I've been thinking about this way to much today. If anyone else has stuff to add or would like to give me another reason to try and pull my short hair out ( :lol: :lol: :lol:) please do.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 19, 2008, 02:02:58
I need numbers from all of you by XMAS!!!!!!!!!!
If I don't get the figures to ZZR by then we may not be able to get the discount......
Also if we don't get more than 20 people it also means no discount........
Please PM me, subject heading ZZR with the details of who will be coming i.e. 1 Adult 2 children, 2 Adults, 1 Adult 1 Infant etc etc
Please be quick!!!! I cannot stress this enough!
Regards
Daniel
Post by: donc on December 19, 2008, 02:46:08
PS - We would be coming in from the west of the ranges... anyone else coming in from this way?
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 19, 2008, 02:55:17
I don't think anyone is coming in from the West, if you would like to just meet us at ZZR that's fine.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: donc on December 19, 2008, 03:24:04
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 19, 2008, 10:15:32
Cool - how many takers do we have? - and I guess the only other question from me... do I bring beer, or a good red or two?
:lol: :lol:I will be diving so for me it will be lemonade :'(
Post by: encountar on December 20, 2008, 05:17:58
I'm thinking a bbq sounds pretty good... if we can get this done at ZZW than that would make everything kinda work well.
afterwards, we could drive into lithgow and go to the arms factory and then come back or... something along those lines anyways
Post by: Dazzler on December 20, 2008, 06:19:28
:lol: :lol:I will be diving so for me it will be lemonade :'(
I didn't know you were a diver Eyma? (a man of many talents) :lol:
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 20, 2008, 09:57:06
Went up to ZZR today. They do have BBQ facilities available, $10 'donation' for the gas bottle. I'm happy to cop that charge (seeing as you've all had to put up with me and my poll's :lol: :lol:)
But I have an idea to put forward to the group, I'm not sure if everyone is aware of the fact but for the half trip, one way is done by steam, the other by diesel railmotor (I did know this). But today I found out that if you take the diesel railmotor on the outbound leg they stop at 'No 1 viaduct' as well as the changeover point. At No 1 Viaduct you can view the steam train climbing up the main grade (where it's working it's hardest, but also not part of the half trip we take) before meeting it at the change point where we swap onto steam and go back to the start (finish) of the ride. In my opinion this would be a better ride than steam out to meet point and diesel for the return. Should also provide better photo opportunities for those interested.
The dilemma is obviously the railmotors depart the start point at a different time, I don't want to have to do a re-vote, so what I'd like to do (if no one has any objections) is base which rail motor to take by what time we pick to leave Penrith at (our current poll which only has 2 votes so far :evil:). This will also decide whether we have lunch before the train ride.
Here are the two times which would be our options:
1140am dep with a end time of 1220-30pmish. Meaning have Lunch after the trip or
140pm dep with a end time of 220-30pmish. Meaning we have Lunch before the ride.
If you would still prefer the trip to start with steam speak now or forever hold you peace. As from my perspective this actually fits in alot better.
In other news I've only had 2 people contact me with figures so far, BUT ZZR has now told me that if I can get figures to them by start of next year (giving us an extra week) that's acceptable.
But please do not hold off if you are certain about the trip as the sooner I know the better I sleep at night (I really don't want an influx of PM's right before I leave to bring in 09 :twisted:).
Also I'll get some more shots up soon, that I took today.
In terms of the drive I think we might have to look at alternative arrangements for the route, either we definitely go up the GWH and down Bells, or we go Bells both ways, the roadworks that have been going for stupid point ridiculous years on GWH don't look like they'll be finished by Jan 11. Speaking from past experience we DO NOT want go down GWH Sunday arvo with all that still happening.
If we still go up GWH and if time is permitting I'd be happy to stop off at The Ori in Springwood (just off the GWH) for those who can and would like to wet their whistle with A drink.
Also a cuppa at the Cafe outside Richmond RAAF base (which also has a park for the ankle biters) depending on timings and which way we go from Panthers.
In terms of meet point I'm thinking the Information centre to the North well away from the fast food joints and majority of parking for Panthers (if you do have the nibblies you can still go and grab something before coming over to the info centre, for those who haven't seen Panthers before there's a Macca's, KFC, and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts)
Ok I think it's time I take a breath have a lie down (maybe even a stiff drink) and let all this new info sink in for you guys. :wink:
Regards
Daniel
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 20, 2008, 12:10:37
Let me say firstly, I appreciate the hard work you are putting into this meet, and as a result, i believe it will be a huge success. :D
From my end, I am happy to go with your recommendation. I was a bit confused by your last post as to which time slot would best suit the zig zag rail way. I am happy to have the BBQ before or after the railway run. As far as what time to meet at penrith, 9 or 9.30 is fine but as you say this may be determined by what time we do the zig zag railway run.
Do you know what I think, You have done a great job trying to get this whole thing together. Now we have agreed on a date and on theory what we want to do, I think from here we can trust you on your recommendation. You have researched well so I propose that you tell us all from here what time to meet and what the plan is and I reckon we will all be happy to go along with it. If it does'nt fit our needs , I am sure we will point this out too.Thats my feeling, what do the rest of you think?
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 21, 2008, 00:36:34
Let me say firstly, I appreciate the hard work you are putting into this meet, and as a result, i believe it will be a huge success. :D
Hey Eyma
Thanks for that much appreciated.
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I was a bit confused by your last post as to which time slot would best suit the zig zag rail way.
If by that you mean this was confusing:
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1140am dep with a end time of 1220-30pmish. Meaning have Lunch after the trip or
140pm dep with a end time of 220-30pmish. Meaning we have Lunch before the ride.
What I meant was the Diesel railmotor departs at 1140am/140pm and we will swap onto the steam train around 12pm/2pm and arrive back at the start/finish around 1220-30/220-30ish.
I hope that makes sense now (I quite often speak my own version of English which no one else can understand :lol: :lol: :lol:)
Regards
Daniel
Post by: encountar on December 21, 2008, 01:30:10
doesnt bother me about times because im less than 10 mins from panthers. BBQ @ ZZR sounds good. im sure if we get 10 people $1 each could be easily arranged.... we could also just buy some meat to cook and than just share the cost around everyone who is eating (would be pretty cheap then)
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 21, 2008, 04:18:39
Thanks for clearing that up.
So i think what your saying is that we would be better off taking the first trip leaving 1140 and having the BBQ after the trip. This would suit me fine. This means we would want to leave the panhers club by around 9.45-10.00am. Since some of us are travelling distances to get there, and it can be hard to calculate the time required to get to penrith, it would be best to play it safe and aim to meet at the Panthers between 9.00-9.30am. That my reckoning any way.
Oh, and good news, I think that I may have convinced my brother to buy an i30 as well. The car is in stock so all going well, he will join us as well. :D
Post by: camerooney on December 21, 2008, 09:27:01
If so, I wanna try and meet you on the hume somewhere. To be honest, I'm not real familiar with the road up north (havent driven up there before).
So it would be nice to drive with people who wont get lost...hehe
:lol:
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 21, 2008, 09:33:13
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 21, 2008, 09:43:35
I personally haven't done this trip, but be warned that if you make a wrong turn you will end up on very long dirt tracks.
http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&saddr=-33.477845,150.220528&daddr=canberra&hl=en&geocode=&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=0&sz=12&sll=-33.491876,150.284729&sspn=0.165206,0.362549&ie=UTF8&z=12 (http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&saddr=-33.477845,150.220528&daddr=canberra&hl=en&geocode=&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=0&sz=12&sll=-33.491876,150.284729&sspn=0.165206,0.362549&ie=UTF8&z=12)
Regards
Daniel
Post by: camerooney on December 21, 2008, 09:59:55
Let me know what time you're leaving and I'll try and leave at a similar time to meet up somewhere around the mittagong area (but on the hume)
The convoy would probably be due for a rest stop by the time you get up near Mittatong anyway.
:P
Also Daniel, want to thank you for organising this trip.
You've put a lot of thought into it and I think its going to be a wonderful day!
:D
Oh and that trip above looks loooong and windey
:lol: :lol:
lol.
Post by: eye30 on December 21, 2008, 13:28:55
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 21, 2008, 13:48:37
Also Daniel, want to thank you for organising this trip.
You've put a lot of thought into it and I think its going to be a wonderful day!
:D
Oh and that trip above looks loooong and windey
:lol: :lol:
Cam
Not a problem m8, I don't like seeing things like this with so much potential go to waste and fall on its you know what as a result.
So far we have 7 cars inclusive for the trip and 13 attending although for ZZR purposes only 12 (infants don't count unfortunately, except for insurance purposes) if we do get the 20 we should also break the 10 car mark, this was what I'd hoped for.
As for the backway trip to Canberra I think it looks like a nice trip I might have to take one day....... :D :D :D
Also what's this rest break business? I've got no problem admitting I have a Nanna bladder but I can normally go from Cooma to Lower Blue Mountains (with an hr break at Canberra airport) without problems.............. :P :lol: (Please note this is said Very Tongue In Cheek, I completely understand)
Don't forget the pics
Don't you worry, I'll be playing photog for the day aswell, the trip will end long beofre the memory cards are filled, only problem will be finding the time to edit all of the photo's as the day after the meet I go back to work........... :'( :'( :'(
Which means a busy driving day for me as after the trip I have to go straight back up to Newcastle....... (This also being why I feel the Canberran guys pain to a degree.......)
Thanks again, everyone.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: donc on December 23, 2008, 03:10:34
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Hi Dan,Dan I am in total agreement with the teapot... You have put a terrific amount of effort into this so I'm more than happy to go with your recommendations.
Let me say firstly, I appreciate the hard work you are putting into this meet, and as a result, i believe it will be a huge success.
From my end, I am happy to go with your recommendation.
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 23, 2008, 08:24:28
Thanks guys.
I don't think I mentioned before but wrt payment for the ZZR tickets, you can all pay individually as long as we all go in as a group.
We now have 13 people and 8 cars. I'd really like to break the 10 car mark, and have more than 20 people (not just for the discount at ZZR but to just enjoy the day in general)
Other than that, no further news, hopefully the weather will be good and no bushfires get started............ :eek: :eek: :eek:
Regards
Daniel
Post by: G14Classified101 on December 24, 2008, 03:06:43
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 24, 2008, 05:35:12
Not to worry.
Is there anybody else still interested in going who hasn't contacted me? We're back down to 7 cars and 11 people, meaning the chances of the discount are looking slim, I might be bringing family members (up to 3) but none have confirmed yet.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 26, 2008, 12:04:41
Hasn't been much happening here. (Festive season to blame?) There were only 4 votes for the poll.
This isn't definite, I will post definite timings later.
I think we'll have a 9 o'clock meet for 0930 departure from Panthers.
We'll catch the 1140 railmotor at ZZR, come back on the steam train which finishes it's journey at 1220-30ish. After this we'll have lunch at ZZR. Depending on timing and/or personal preference head into Lithgow, otherwise continue back to Panthers.
I think it will be more than likely (at this point in time) that we will go up and down Bells, as GWH is just going to be to much trouble with the roadworks (and Sundays are not very good for that road)
I haven't got any other news at this point and no more polls at this point in time.
Can people please get details to me in the next week if you would like to come. Currently we have 7 cars 11 people, to get the discount at ZZR we need 20. I need all details to me by NYE.
Please contact me via PM with Subject heading ZZR. Please include how many people will be coming i.e. 1 adult 1 child 1 infant, 2 adults, etc etc.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: camerooney on December 28, 2008, 05:28:22
Got a trip I'll need to do with the family that weekend.
Thats why I hadn't sent you a PM Dan, there was some speculation of a trip, but its only cropped up again over chrissie.
Sorry guys.
:(
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 28, 2008, 23:11:52
Not a problem mate. Family comes first. But are you sure your family trip couldn't be a trip around the Blue Mountains? :lol: :lol: :lol:
Personally I wouldn't mind if your family came not in an i30, because this trip is meant to be about (and getting to know) the people who drive the car and visit this forum just as much as it is about the car itself.
That and the fact we need 9 more people if we would like to get the ZZR discount.
I'm starting to think we might need to postpone the trip........... :'( :'( :'(
I'll put a poll up and if there's a big enough majority we'll push it back to a later date. But I do understand that we will never be able to cater for everybody..........
Regards
Daniel
Post by: EymaTeapot on December 29, 2008, 00:39:57
It would be a pity to postpone the trip but if it means getting a better turn out, than it may be a viable option.
Just one thought, if we scheduled for after school holidays, it would be likely quieter on the roads and less busy at the ZZ railway also.
I am happy with what ever is decided.
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 29, 2008, 01:55:39
11Jan09 is the last day of my holidays so it's a great way to end them, getting down to the Blue Mountains on any old weekend isn't quite as easy for me.
At this point I'm still very happy to go ahead with it but thought it might be worth asking the group their opinions on the matter. As I really don't want to see this flop.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on December 30, 2008, 03:08:04
Post by: whitbomb07 on December 30, 2008, 08:42:08
On or about the 04Jan I'll post final information/instructions etc etc so as to leave a week for people to see whats happening and raise any issues.
Other than that I wish everyone a Happy New Year as I won't be on until the 2nd at the earliest.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Thumper on January 01, 2009, 23:55:30
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 01, 2009, 23:57:02
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 04, 2009, 13:59:40
Here are a few things to note for the trip.
We will meet at the Information centre in the Northern Carpark area of Penrith Panthers at 9am for a 9:30 departure. There is a KFC, Macca's and Krispy Kreme doughnuts there for anyone with the munchies.
I've made a D and we will be travelling both up and down the Bells Line. Roadworks and traffic on GWH will just spoil things. Unfortunately because of F*&%@#t drivers the speed limit has been reduced to 80km/h most of the way now. But GWH is the same anyway.
We will catch the 1140 Diesel Railmotor at ZZR and returning on the steam train to the start point at around 1220-30, at which point we'll fire up the BBQ (maybe crack a tinny for those who can) and have a chinwag.
I will need a gold coin donation from everyone for the Gas bottle. Food, drinks and cutlery are BYO. I'll bring Tomato and BBQ sauce (if anyone wants anything fancier it's BYO) paper/plastic plates, cups and serviettes.
After lunch, due to time constraints on some members I'll leave it to the group to decide what we would like to do. We may continue further, split into two groups (1 continuing the other returning to Panthers) or all return to Panthers.
Encountar has proposed going into Lithgow, stopping at a pub and visiting the Lithgow Small arms factory and Museum, the factory continues low rate production of the F88 Austeyr assault rifle (used by all arms of the Australian Defence Force) today. The museum contains a large number of hand guns, sub machine guns, assault rifles and machine guns. There is a small fee for entry, but I do not know exactly how much.
It is my preference that all cars stay together to try and prevent anyone getting lost. But if need be, we will order the convoy appropriately to reflect each persons driving habits, i.e. those who have little to no regard for the law (hopefully there aren't any) at the front, then those who do the speed limit regardless of the situation (i.e. don't brake for corners) then those who follow speed limits but prefer a more gentler drive, then the dawdlers.........
I ask that everyone try and have at least 300km displaying on their DTE's prior to the meet, I don't think the group will be happy if we all have to stop because one person needs to fill up.
If anyone has CB radios this might also help with comms during the trip, i.e. if someone does need to fill up, has a problem, would like to ask a question, general chit chat etc etc, then please feel welcome to bring them. I have 2 and are happy to lend one to somebody (If the front person doesn't have one they will get it, I'll be at the rear to make sure no one gets left behind and to keep an eye on things). But please do not race out and get one if you don't have one. It is not mandatory.
Dependant on timing we will stop for a cuppa outside Richmond RAAF base on the way back, there is a playground there (But so far I only have 1 confirmed child 1 infant). From there we will return to Penrith Panthers completing the trip.
Finally if people are willing to trust me can they please PM me their mobile numbers and network operator so I can contact you if there are any last minute changes and/or if you're running late so I can call you on the day. I'll reply to your PM with my number so you can recognise it. If you have more than 1 phone and one is with Telstra I would prefer that number as I get free calls to Telstra mobiles.
My sleep deprived brain can't think of anything else. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to ask on this thread or by PM. I'll try and get on daily and check.
Lastly please try and make some sort of sacrifice to the weather gods in the next week!!!
Here's to a good meet!!!
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on January 05, 2009, 05:07:21
Post by: Dazzler on January 05, 2009, 08:11:31
We will meet at the Information centre in the Northern Carpark area of Penrith Panthers at 9am for a 9:30 departure. There is a KFC, Macca's and Krispy Kreme doughnuts there for anyone with the munchies.
Regards
Daniel
The munchies??? So we have a few pot smokers amongst us then.... :eek: :lol:
Post by: encountar on January 05, 2009, 11:23:24
I have a cb radio somewhere, just need to find it.
I'm looking forward to the trip, its not that much of a drive for me but will be good to meet a few of you lot :D
I'm up for multiple stops for coffee along the way, the apple bar has good coffee, just probably not enough parking for everyone. I'm sure after ZZR and lunch we can decide to continue onwards ot the small arms factory or to head back, ill double check some prices but last i heard it was below $5 pp and kids free
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 05, 2009, 22:25:20
We will meet at the Information centre in the Northern Carpark area of Penrith Panthers at 9am for a 9:30 departure. There is a KFC, Macca's and Krispy Kreme doughnuts there for anyone with the munchies.
Regards
Daniel
The munchies??? So we have a few pot smokers amongst us then.... :eek: :lol:
Well we do have Canberra boys coming up...................... :P :lol: :P :lol: :P
In reality I sure hope not.
Which ones the Apple Bar encountar? I can't remember the name of the one outside the RAAF Base, but I don't thinks that's it.
Rubix I sure hope you do have it. 7 is such a nice number. Get down to that dealer and get stampy stampy foot with them. Lol. (sorry GF's kid has been throwing a few tantys recently)
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on January 05, 2009, 23:46:36
Encountar, there's nothing stopping you from driving to meet the Canberra boys and escorting them back to Penrith :P
Post by: encountar on January 06, 2009, 10:43:46
http://www.applebar.com.au/ its in bilpin
Post by: encountar on January 06, 2009, 11:33:56
Situated in Methvern Street, Lithgow adjacent to the entrance of the ADI Factory. Open weekends and public holidays from 10am to 4 pm, or by special arrangement.
Disabled access and facilities are provided. Coach tours catered for by appointment.
Admission:
Adults $6
Pensioners $5
Family $13 (2 adults, 2 children Additional children $1)
Unaccompanied School Students $2.50
Concession for buses of 20 or more $5
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 06, 2009, 12:33:28
So has everyone started making their sacrifices to the weather gods? :lol: :lol: :lol:
Anybody got any issues?
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Thumper on January 06, 2009, 20:06:14
Anybody got any issues?
Yeah, do I tune for power, or economy?
Shall I bring the Internet, or not?
What music shall I load onto the 500GB HD?
Sports exhaust, or standard?
Questions questions questions! :lol:
Post by: Shambles on January 06, 2009, 20:09:23
Anybody got any issues?
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/ShamblesX/images-8.jpg)
Post by: eye30 on January 06, 2009, 20:29:35
Anybody got any issues?
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/ShamblesX/images-8.jpg)
I could do with that box, Full of Flu/cold/lergi
Post by: encountar on January 07, 2009, 08:54:20
Post by: Thumper on January 07, 2009, 10:06:18
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 09, 2009, 10:35:58
Been keeping an eye on the weather and went for a drive up to Zig Zag today. It was a very crisp 9C outside with a bit of wind.
Whilst current forecasts do say low 20's, my recommendation is to bring some warm clothing. Forecast also state chance of late showers/thunderstorms.
We have an undercover area to cook and eat in at ZZR but it will still be exposed to wind.
Another reminder that it's a 9o'clock meet for 930 departure from the information centre in the Northern carpark of Panthers.
Make sure you charge your camera (and CB's if you have them) batteries tomorrow night (and bring them with you!!!)
Please try and ensure you have at least 300km on your DTE's.
Other than that let's hope the weather is good!
Cya Sunday!!!
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Thumper on January 09, 2009, 10:55:36
Please try and ensure you have at least 300km on your DTE's.
Filled up last month, it's all good! :lol:
Post by: encountar on January 09, 2009, 10:56:15
How many people do we have on the list whit?
Sunday Chance late shower/thunderstorm.
City: Min: 18 Max: 26
West: Min: 13 Max: 29
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 09, 2009, 11:10:06
Filled up last month, it's all good! :lol:
Not when you use 27lts for 250km! Lol.
Seeing as I've hardly been able to be at my folks place during my time off my mum and sis are coming with me. So we now have 11 adults, 2 children and 1 infant = 7 cars (inluding mine). Unfortunately that still doesn't mean we get the discount. This also assumes everyone who has given me figures are still showing up. Since then I've only had 4 cars (I make 5 cars) contact me with phone numbers. So I hope the other 2 are still coming (if memory serves it's donc and drdood I think, apologies if it isn't)
I also stopped by the Apple Bar, looks nice Petey, I think while we drive up Bells everyone can take note of the cafe's etc and at ZZR we decide where to stop on the way back down.
I'm just really starting to wish we had the time to do the full ZZR trip, them's the breaks. I'll probably be up there again next weekend. (I'm really clocking up the km's I'm 5 days shy of 2 months and I've done 8250km!)
Cheers
Daniel
Post by: encountar on January 09, 2009, 11:56:17
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 09, 2009, 12:03:40
Maybe me and you can both doa full ZZR run next week whit since im right at the foot of the mountains :P
I don't know about next weekend, I'll probably just be going up there to play photog and do the bushwalk, they're having a big 'Thomas the Tank Engine' weekend.
So no doubt lots of screaming kids (not necessarily just in kids bodies though :lol: :lol: :lol: )
But it's a possible future option. I try to get down at least one weekend a month to see the folks. (I'm such a nice boy aren't I? :lol: :wink: )
In terms of meets if we get a larger i30 base in the Sydney basin to warrant regular (no idea what 'regular' will be though) trips it might also be good.
Cheers
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on January 09, 2009, 13:43:23
Post by: EymaTeapot on January 10, 2009, 08:59:05
Thanks for all the work you put in Dan, its bound to be a great day :D
See ya there.
Post by: encountar on January 10, 2009, 09:33:21
latest weather update:
if you dont know of it, www.bom.gov.au its very good for weather info
Fine apart from the risk of a late shower or thunderstorm in the west. Mostly sunny. Light winds tending moderate northeasterly in the afternoon and freshening near the coast.
Precis: Mostly fine.
City: Min: 17 Max: 25 Parramatta: Min: 15 Max: 28
Terrey Hills: Min: 15 Max: 25 Penrith: Min: 15 Max: 30
Liverpool: Min: 14 Max: 29 Richmond: Min: 12 Max: 29
Post by: Shambles on January 10, 2009, 10:09:14
Post by: EymaTeapot on January 10, 2009, 10:28:01
Wont matter, it will be filthy again by the time i make it to Penrith :'(
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 10, 2009, 11:01:44
So it won't looks it's best. :evil:
Eyma how come you are getting up so early? It shouldn't take you that long to get here?
Cya y'all tomorrow.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 10, 2009, 12:06:53
So if anyone has any problems, the only way to contact me will be via my mobile which I have already given. I turn it off overnight but it will be on as of 6am tomorrow morning.
Can't wait to meet you all.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: camerooney on January 10, 2009, 21:30:13
It looks like an absolutely beautiful day so it should be a good one!
I'm heading up to a VW meet...lol
I'll post a few pics when we get back this arvo. Should be fun
:lol:
Around 40 cars are coming I think.
Post by: Shambles on January 10, 2009, 22:01:21
I'm heading up to a VW meet...lol
I'll post a few pics when we get back this arvo. Should be fun
:lol:...
Any VW pics on here will be met with a swift depression of the ban button mate :lol:
Post by: camerooney on January 10, 2009, 22:23:03
I'm heading up to a VW meet...lol
I'll post a few pics when we get back this arvo. Should be fun
:lol:...
Any VW pics on here will be met with a swift depression of the ban button mate :lol:
Hehe...
:lol: :lol:
Maybe just one?
:P
Post by: Dazzler on January 10, 2009, 22:24:59
Post by: GURKHA17 on January 11, 2009, 00:03:20
Cheers
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 11, 2009, 07:22:20
I will have pics to follow (will post them in pics section)
It was a great day. I hope everyone else enjoyed it. It was great to meet everyone in person. We got 7 cars in total. 2 silver 2 white, 1 grey, 1 moonlight blue and my vivid blue.
I'll give a larger run down later on but I've just stopped in at my parents place to grab a feed, pack up and head back up to Newie to start work again tomorrow.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: encountar on January 11, 2009, 07:38:40
Thanks for all who attended, thanks to whitbomb for organizing:)
Post by: camerooney on January 11, 2009, 07:54:36
:D
Did the weather hold out?
Look forward to the pics!
Post by: Dazzler on January 11, 2009, 08:01:20
Post by: Rubix on January 11, 2009, 09:07:12
Post by: camerooney on January 11, 2009, 09:16:56
yeah was a good trip. Thanks Dan & everyone who came. Good to see you're already in your Vdub Cam, and that you haven't completely left us :P . It does make me wish there was a mod-chip for Auto's. Struggled a bit on an uphill while watching all the CRDi's continue as if we were still on flat road :S
I haven't got mine yet. Don't worry I'll still be posting. I might even come up for the next meet (whenever that may be..hehe)
:P
Went up for the meet with Dad in his.
Its amazing how well the diesels pull up hills.
Its only until you drive one and experience the torque that you realise how well they do just go!
:lol:
Post by: Thumper on January 11, 2009, 09:28:03
I was amazed how much extra power you had over everyone else.
:cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool:
To top it all off, my engine ran cooler and I got 4.2lt/100km for the entire trip! (That's even taking into account having to back off to wait for the stock CRDi's to catch up!) :lol:
Just arrived home, will post some pictures up tomorrow (And even a video or two!)
Right now, I hear my bed calling!
(Yes, was great to catch up with you all! Now we can put faces to names and yes, the line up of blue, silver, white, grey, white, silver, blue going down the road looked priceless!)
Now I wonder what that V8 ute owner is going to say about when he 'tried' to overtake me going up hill. :twisted:
Post by: blawler on January 11, 2009, 09:31:17
yeah was a good trip. Thanks Dan & everyone who came. Good to see you're already in your Vdub Cam, and that you haven't completely left us :P . It does make me wish there was a mod-chip for Auto's. Struggled a bit on an uphill while watching all the CRDi's continue as if we were still on flat road :S
Not only the CRDi's.. The manual petrol didnt struggle either :-D
Post by: Thumper on January 11, 2009, 10:02:07
(http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/9927/pic0259vm8.jpg)
Though, the spoils of the next stop made up for it! :cool:
(http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/4836/1005389jg5.jpg)
Post by: EymaTeapot on January 11, 2009, 10:46:24
The trip back to Canberra was fun too. Thumper and I had fun dragging off a 2.0L TDi Peugeot 307 off the lights. I won the start though all three of us smoked them up on the line. It was looking good for about 2 whole metres before Thumper flew past me. :'( I am proud to say I easily beat the french poodle though. :lol:
Great fun, good bunch of blokes too. Thanks for all those people who made the day a great sucess. :D
Post by: camerooney on January 11, 2009, 10:46:47
:lol:
I had good old snags, onion, rolls and tomato sauce.
Mmm it was good.
:D
Post by: camerooney on January 11, 2009, 10:49:35
Thumper and I had fun dragging off a 2.0L TDi Peugeot off the lights. I won the start though all three of us smoked them up on the line. It was looking good for about 2 whole metres before Thumper flew past me. :'( I proud to say I easily beat the french poodle though. :lol:
Great fun, good bunch of blokes too. Thanks for all those people who made the day a great sucess. :D
Lol..
Bloody hoons!!
*waves walking stick*
:lol: :lol:
hehe..
Wouldnt be too hard to beat one of the Peugeot's off the line (or up top)
They're nothing special. Which is surprising because they're not cheap!
Good to hear you had fun!
I can just imagine you and thumper dragging off at the lights...LOL
Thumper...did you have the video camera rolling?
:lol:
Post by: EymaTeapot on January 11, 2009, 12:10:10
We did however have have a CB radio in each car as well as in several cars in the main group drive. My son had great fun with the CB and kept us amused on the home leg with his commentry. At one point we picked up the tail end of a rather colourful discussion between a couple of truck drivers. I could say that maybe he picked up a couple of new obscenities, but kids being kids today, he has most likely he heard them all before. :evil:
Post by: Thumper on January 11, 2009, 20:12:37
At one point we picked up the tail end of a rather colourful discussion between a couple of truck drivers. I could say that maybe he picked up a couple of new obscenities, but kids being kids today, he has most likely he heard them all before. :evil:
I think I counted at least eight 'F' words in one over! :eek:
As for the 'little' run from the lights, I was just cleaning out the exhaust, officer, honest! :cool:
Though, three lanes, me in the middle, Eyma to my left, Peugeot to my right, all pole position, all facing uphill, all front wheel drive turbo diesels. You can guess what happened next! :lol:
I heard the screech from my right as the Peugeot spun for a second, then a slightly longer screech from my left as Eyma lost traction. I had already let out my clutch, and not wanting to be left behind, put my foot down. Came on boost, instant wheel spin right across the large intersection.
Hit second, backing off slightly so not to loose traction again, noticed I was in front of them both. :D Kept into it, little bit of black out the back, Eyma doing a good job trying to keep up, the Peugeot blowing black out the back had no chance, she was left way behind.
That little 'play' increased ruined my economy by 0.1lt/100km :'(
Would have been worse if I had the 'power' map running, I would still be at the lights! :lol:
Driving back South we went through a large storm, producing a fantastic light show for us. (Cleaned the bugs off the front, so I was happy!) :razz:
I have several minutes of footage as the passenger was holding the camera through the turns at the top of the mountain.
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 11, 2009, 22:12:50
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on January 11, 2009, 22:20:52
Post by: donc on January 12, 2009, 01:14:11
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 12, 2009, 04:12:49
Pity you couldn't make it. We were wondering what had happened. I was worried we were going to get back from the train ride and find you waiting at the station.......
Hopefully sooner or later there will be another one. I'm guessing your out around Bathurst? Maybe Mt Panorama meet?
Regards
Daniel
Post by: Rubix on January 12, 2009, 05:43:30
Post by: EymaTeapot on January 12, 2009, 07:47:11
It sounds like everyone had a blast... as late as 8:00 am yesterday morning we still planned on coming, but unfortunately the storms on Sat night caused havoc and by 8:30 I was at work up to my elbows in spiked computers :-( - maybe next time. ... but the pics look great!
OK, I give up.
Where are these pic that every one is talking about?
Looked around but cant find them. What have you posted them under Dan?
Post by: encountar on January 12, 2009, 09:18:42
one of the road ahead, one of all i could see in my mirror.... thanks Daniel for being at the back.. that vivid blue stood out and helped me keep track of where everyone was. some pics of the steam train, everyone bbqing it up and then the last stop (canberra guys had to head off due to time restraints) overlooking sydney
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Post by: EymaTeapot on January 12, 2009, 09:40:27
Moo
Post by: Dazzler on January 12, 2009, 10:02:23
Post by: Shambles on January 12, 2009, 10:05:15
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 12, 2009, 10:29:25
It might take a little while for me to get my photo's up sorry. :-[ :'(
Nice shots Petey.
Regards
Daniel
Post by: camerooney on January 12, 2009, 10:35:00
So who was the one spinning wheels in the car park?
....Thumper???
:lol: :lol: :lol:
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 12, 2009, 10:37:09
Unfortunately Thumper had already headed off at that point.
Petey did get a little bit of wheelspin as he departed, but that area is just a little fun area for hoons.....
Regards
Daniel
Post by: EymaTeapot on January 12, 2009, 10:52:28
Hey Guys.. Did you get many looks..or any comments with so many i30's in convoy?
I didnt notice too many people giving us a second look, too busy trying to keep up with Peter and Thumper to really take my eyes off the road. :lol:
I didnt see any i30's on the blue mountain run, but saw plenty on the way up from Canberra
Post by: encountar on January 12, 2009, 11:21:52
Post by: blawler on January 12, 2009, 11:50:03
Post by: whitbomb07 on January 12, 2009, 11:53:50
Only problem is on any regular day the track is 60km/h and in the time I did 2 laps (nearly 15mins) I saw 2 police vehicles............
The drive out there is pretty good and the view from the top is spectactular, but if your only keen for a race you might want to think again.
Regards
Daniel
P.S. One teaser photo in Pics section.
Post by: blawler on January 12, 2009, 12:15:29
Post by: Rubix on January 12, 2009, 14:48:27
Only problem is on any regular day the track is 60km/h and in the time I did 2 laps (nearly 15mins) I saw 2 police vehicles............Yeah, that's just the way it is. Safer than not. Best time to go around is after you've done one slow lap to check where the cops are parked, and while you've got a mate sitting at the top of the hill on a radio to tell you if they move :D
Really I just think Bathurst is a nice little drive to get to, the track's a good thing to visit, as are the local eat/drinking places.
Post by: drd00d on January 12, 2009, 19:16:15
First I must thank Daniel for organising such a great meet. It went off without a glitch so thanks mate, appreciate your time & effort. Also thanks to everyone else who came along & the made the trip & whole day a very memorable one. Thanks to Thumper for scaring the crap out of my Mrs with his little fishtail! It was great to meet everyone & the sight of 7 i30's in a row is something I won't ever forget. To top off the day, when I pulled onto the freeway the 1st car I passed was a black i30. Would have been great if whoever they were came along too. It was a SR which we didn't have any of at the meet.
Sorry for forgetting my camera but it was hard enough to get the Mrs out of bed on the day! :lol: Look forward to your pics Dan, & nice pics too Petey.
Cheers.
Post by: donc on January 13, 2009, 02:13:00
Hey DoncHey Daniel - I look after computer systems in our mines around the Central Tablelands. Unfortunately the mine with the failure was in teh northern district (a long way from Lithgow!)... as luck would have it, today I'm in Lithgow (OK, two days late!!).
Pity you couldn't make it. We were wondering what had happened. I was worried we were going to get back from the train ride and find you waiting at the station.......
Hopefully sooner or later there will be another one. I'm guessing your out around Bathurst? Maybe Mt Panorama meet?
Regards
Daniel
Bathurst would be great for me... or Orange, Mudgee (plenty of excellent wineries)... or a day trip through the Capertee Canyon (awesome views), or could even "do the loop" (Penrith > Katoomba > Lithgow > Mudgee > Wollar > Merriwa > near-Singleton > Putty Road > back to Penrith) - it's a great drive :-)
Post by: bez10y on January 14, 2009, 20:46:20