SSOOO idea for 2008

BritSolDriver · 11-09-2007, 09:52 PM

This is a copy of what I have posted on the Solstice Forum at

http://www.solsticeforum.com/forum/s...ad.php?t=39798

OK, as the title states, I have an idea for a SSOOO run sometime in 2008.

I am putting this out now as it would probably take a little planning.

Would people be interested in a run from the Toronto area to Ottawa, and stay a couple of nights there? (Long weekend?)

An initial ideal could follow this basic layout.

1)Meet up on a Saturday morning and spend the day driving to Ottawa. There are plenty of scenic routes on the way ie Kingston to Brockville along Hwy2 and the 1000 Islands Parkway.

2)Arrive in Ottawa sometime in the late afternoon/evening and stay overnight.

3) Sunday meet up with the NCR solstice club and have a drive somewhere. Ottawa people would know good routes.

4) Stay in Ottawa again overnight.

5) Monday drive back home again.

Any thoughts/suggestions on this?

Maybe the "Canada Day" long weekend?

Bailey · 11-10-2007, 07:35 AM

Although I cannot speak for the others in the NCR, I think that your idea sound great and I would be prepared to coordinate something on this end as I'm quite certain our gang would be very interested in doing something like that.

As well, we have talked about doing something similar. There seems to be interest in coming down and joining SOOO for a drive to the Falls. We quite enjoyed that trip ourselves...maybe adding a tour of a Winery just 'cause they're there !

Let's see what other's think?

GetAboutRL · 11-10-2007, 09:07 AM

It sounds interesting enough that "Lucifer" is interested in zipping up to join you!

As dates and details jell .. keep me informed!

BritSolDriver · 11-15-2007, 08:40 PM

OK, there seems some interest. So what dates would people be interested in?

The 2 likeliest I think would be Victoria Day weekend (24/25/26th May) or Canada Day weekend (01 July) which would actually be 28/29/30th June?

Reply with your preferences and which one you can and can't attend. Please put down other long weekend dates you think would be appropriate.

Victoria Day - 2nd choice - Can attend - 2 people
Canada Day - 1st choice - Can attend - 2 people

Because it is not until next year, I guess this can run for several weeks to let as many people reply as possible.

Any ideas for weekend events are more than welcome, this includes possible hotel locations etc. ( the only hotel I have used in Ottawa is a Ramada on Cooper St)

This is double posted on the Sol forum to get as much interest as possible.

07skypilot · 11-15-2007, 10:32 PM

Sound like a great idea, here's my preference:

Victoria Day - 2nd choice - Can attend - 2 people
Canada Day - 1st choice - Can attend - 2 people

I imaging hotel bookings could be a problem on the Canada Day weekend, so guess we need to plan well ahead. Thanks for organizing the event.

**rick112** · 11-17-2007, 03:19 PM

Laura and I might be good for Canada Day! We usually make a trip to Ottawa every summer. We didn't get to show off Pepper this summer (to busy).

We still also want to make a trip to the Tail of the Dragon this coming summer as well. Thought we might hit the Woodward Dream Cruise first and then do the TotD.

BritSolDriver · 11-23-2007, 08:00 PM

any more people with ideas/preferences?

I am starting to lean towards the May 24 weekend, as the hotels will likely be cheaper and more availability

BritSolDriver · 12-05-2007, 08:35 PM

OK, more input needed

It looks like the May 24 weekend is the best choice.

I am looking into hotel group rates, they start at about $100 per room for 2 per night (No guarantee of quality). The closer to downtown or the airport you get, the more they cost. Another option is on the outskirts i.e Kanata, which is about 22km from downtown Ottawa.

We may be limited of course on availability in downtown.

More opinions please (How close to downtown/price etc)

This is the first time I have tried to organize something like this, so I am a little worried about screwing things up

Dylan01 · 12-12-2007, 10:41 AM

this is why i dont ever come to this forum or post here...
because the activity is nil.

Igmyster · 06-15-2008, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dylan01

this is why i don't ever come to this forum or post here...
because the activity is nil.

Actually some participated in the last few runs and there are quit a few that are participating in the upcoming Niagara BBQ meet in August.

11-09-2007, 09:52 PM	#1 (permalink)
BritSolDriver Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 21 My Photos: (0)	SSOOO idea for 2008 This is a copy of what I have posted on the Solstice Forum at http://www.solsticeforum.com/forum/s...ad.php?t=39798 OK, as the title states, I have an idea for a SSOOO run sometime in 2008. I am putting this out now as it would probably take a little planning. Would people be interested in a run from the Toronto area to Ottawa, and stay a couple of nights there? (Long weekend?) An initial ideal could follow this basic layout. 1)Meet up on a Saturday morning and spend the day driving to Ottawa. There are plenty of scenic routes on the way ie Kingston to Brockville along Hwy2 and the 1000 Islands Parkway. 2)Arrive in Ottawa sometime in the late afternoon/evening and stay overnight. 3) Sunday meet up with the NCR solstice club and have a drive somewhere. Ottawa people would know good routes. 4) Stay in Ottawa again overnight. 5) Monday drive back home again. Any thoughts/suggestions on this? Maybe the "Canada Day" long weekend?

11-10-2007, 07:35 AM	#2 (permalink)
Bailey Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ottawa, ON Cdn Posts: 47 My Photos: (1)	Although I cannot speak for the others in the NCR, I think that your idea sound great and I would be prepared to coordinate something on this end as I'm quite certain our gang would be very interested in doing something like that. As well, we have talked about doing something similar. There seems to be interest in coming down and joining SOOO for a drive to the Falls. We quite enjoyed that trip ourselves...maybe adding a tour of a Winery just 'cause they're there ! Let's see what other's think? __________________ Bailey '06 Solstice GGMP CAI, Solo Performance Header, Hi-flow Cat, 2 1/2 N/A Single Exhaust MRZ Performance Polished Billet Covers (various) http://ncr-roadsters.spaces.live.com

11-10-2007, 09:07 AM	#3 (permalink)
GetAboutRL First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Capital District of New York Posts: 1,522 My Photos: (0)	It sounds interesting enough that "Lucifer" is interested in zipping up to join you! As dates and details jell .. keep me informed! __________________ "Lucifer" is my name! Deposit:4-11-06 & Titled:11-28-06 SKY "Red Line" Silver Pearl, Black Wings on it's back, Bloody Red interior, Dejon intercooler/Solo Exhaust, Robert's screen. If you suddenly feel warm, it is just me passing through grinning!

11-17-2007, 03:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
rick112 Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 2,190 My Photos: (0)	Laura and I might be good for Canada Day! We usually make a trip to Ottawa every summer. We didn't get to show off Pepper this summer (to busy). We still also want to make a trip to the Tail of the Dragon this coming summer as well. Thought we might hit the Woodward Dream Cruise first and then do the TotD. __________________ Chili Pepper Red & Tan VIN 4927 Preorder July/05 Ordered January 23/06 Preferenced May 22/06 TPW July 10/06 Built July 11/06 Shipped July 14/06 Invoiced July 17/06 At dealership July 31/06 My driveway August 2/06

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Dylan01 First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Oshawa, Ontario Canada Posts: 63 My Photos: (0)	this is why i dont ever come to this forum or post here... because the activity is nil. __________________ 2006 Pontiac Solstice #1715

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11-15-2007, 08:40 PM	#4 (permalink)
BritSolDriver Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 21 My Photos: (0)	OK, there seems some interest. So what dates would people be interested in? The 2 likeliest I think would be Victoria Day weekend (24/25/26th May) or Canada Day weekend (01 July) which would actually be 28/29/30th June? Reply with your preferences and which one you can and can't attend. Please put down other long weekend dates you think would be appropriate. Victoria Day - 2nd choice - Can attend - 2 people Canada Day - 1st choice - Can attend - 2 people Because it is not until next year, I guess this can run for several weeks to let as many people reply as possible. Any ideas for weekend events are more than welcome, this includes possible hotel locations etc. ( the only hotel I have used in Ottawa is a Ramada on Cooper St) This is double posted on the Sol forum to get as much interest as possible.

11-15-2007, 10:32 PM	#5 (permalink)
07skypilot Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Sarnia, Ontario Posts: 11 My Photos: (0)	Sound like a great idea, here's my preference: Victoria Day - 2nd choice - Can attend - 2 people Canada Day - 1st choice - Can attend - 2 people I imaging hotel bookings could be a problem on the Canada Day weekend, so guess we need to plan well ahead. Thanks for organizing the event.

11-23-2007, 08:00 PM	#7 (permalink)
BritSolDriver Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 21 My Photos: (0)	any more people with ideas/preferences? I am starting to lean towards the May 24 weekend, as the hotels will likely be cheaper and more availability

12-05-2007, 08:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
BritSolDriver Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 21 My Photos: (0)	OK, more input needed It looks like the May 24 weekend is the best choice. I am looking into hotel group rates, they start at about $100 per room for 2 per night (No guarantee of quality). The closer to downtown or the airport you get, the more they cost. Another option is on the outskirts i.e Kanata, which is about 22km from downtown Ottawa. We may be limited of course on availability in downtown. More opinions please (How close to downtown/price etc) This is the first time I have tried to organize something like this, so I am a little worried about screwing things up

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