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07-25-2006, 02:28 PM
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DC Metro Leeds Manor Rally
Hey guys, I decided to cross-post this idea here. A 6speedonline member suggested I do so. The more, the merrier! Original link: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24053
*LATEST UPDATES IN ORANGE!!!* Hey everyone, yesterday I racked up 150 miles going to, running, and coming back from Leeds Manor Road. It's approximately 50 miles from Fairfax, 50 miles to run the course to the end and back, and 50 miles to get back to Fairfax. The course feels really long, it's about 50 miles (25 to the end reaching US 211 and 25 back to US 50). The segment of US 50W leading up to that course is awesome too; very scenic. I recommend driving economically there, because the twisties will reduce your MPG significantly (provided that you don't shift up, because you prefer the sound of a happy engine). There are many blind corners and long tunnel-atmosphere sweepers, but the "two-lane road" barely fits two compact sedans, so you have to watch out for oncoming cars. During 7:00PM to 8:00PM, I encounted ZERO cars, so sometimes I forgot it was a two-lane road, since there are no markings to remind you. I didn't speed, except once for a long sweeper, but then I remembered what happened the last time I did that...also, I never went above the speed limit in some of the residential areas. I wouldn't want to ruin those awesome roads, so the convoy would have to be a cruise. We can still have plenty of fun. The speed limit ranges from 25-45MPH, but most of the people who live there go at least 50 MPH in some sections. That general area is pretty twisty, since it's in Markham. A lot of vineyards there, and some small towns along the way. I actually found the Naked Mountain Vineyard (their Riesling is delicious). There's also a WEIGHING station on the way there. I was going to weigh my car on the way back, but I had to get home before it got pitch black. In the morning, it's pretty breathtaking, but at night, there is absolutely zero light. I left at 6:00PM, ran into traffic getting there, but once I was there, I was unencumbered. I arrived back home at around 10:00PM. So, I'm thinking about a convoy cruise consisting of local DC Metro-ers who enjoy driving on great backroads. If anyone has suggestions to what we can do to further enhance the experience, please feel free to say so. It would be cool if we could get video or photo of the convoy (if it gets big enough). WEEKEND IS SET AT AUGUST 19/20! I won't be changing the dates anymore. Vote for either Saturday or Sunday guys. Also, no more Skyline Drive. We're using the route listed below. Just to be safe, try to schedule about four hours from your day. Time is TBA, it'll probably be in early morning or late afternoon. Here's the alternate route. It's a lot shorter, being closer to the original distance of 50 miles. This was made since some of you are concerned with the concentration of officers in Skyline Drive. I'm going to check out this route, to make sure it's clean, and more importantly, enjoyable. I figure if we use this course, than we can all meet at Tysons Galleria or something, ahead of time, park in the same lot, then go inside to meet everyone, etc. Then we can all rally over there using I-66W, and when it ends, you guys can either take the 50 or 66 back home. Once again, input is highly valued, I'm not the only one going! It turns out that Morgans Mill and Ebenezer are dirt/gravel incredibly steep roads...so, unless you guys are up for a REAL rally... http://img130.imageshack.us/img130/1...orrallyic2.jpg Some 5MPH Shots of Leeds Manor: http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/5625/dsc003141nr.jpg http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/622/dsc003202em.jpg http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/7924/dsc003246mk.jpg http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/3803/dsc003255zc.jpg http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/6126/dsc003284by.jpg http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/8393/dsc003294jw.jpg http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/3637/dsc003323fw.jpg http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/382/dsc003363mz.jpg http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/9909/dsc003389ag.jpg Video of the course: Uploaded: http://www.yousendit.com/transfer.ph...3B479D669557D6 Extra link: http://www.yousendit.com/transfer.ph...071EAB43677315 Extra link: http://www.yousendit.com/transfer.ph...12B8294C1D673D Youtube.com version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GSpAmpfpMA List of Things You Should Bring (let me know if I should add anything else): 1. Good mindset, this is not a race 2. Rally Points List/Itinerary/Maps if necessary 3. RF Walkie-Talkie 4. Money 5. Camera/Camcorder DC Metro Skyline Rally List (as of July 24, 2006): 1. ShimShimHada (E90post) - Sun 2. orijinal poser (ECE) - Sat 3. dougmoney (ECE) - Sat 4. sKunkman (ECE) - Sat 5. lax01 (ECE) - Sun 6. e30 driver (ECE) - Sun 7. mdsbrain (ECE) - Sun 8. KL2DC (E90post) - Sun 9. bostoniant (E90post) - Sun 10. dubplaya (ECE) - Sat 11. chaostheory (ECE) - Sat 12. ///2k (ECE) 13. thd13 (E90post) - Sat 14. cbanegas (M3Forum) - Sat 15. BMWDEMON (ECE) - Sun 16. sixspeedsam (E90post) - Sat 17. Poindexter (E90post) - Sun 18. Porscheboy16 (6speed) - Sat 19. whitlock (6speed) - Sun 20. Gunther (6speed) - Sun 21. blackbenzz (6speed) - Sun 22. p1nk50ck (ECE) 23. David///M (M3Forum) - Sun 24. kobechome (E90post) - Sat 25. Eddie (6speed) - Sun 26. ase2dais (M3Forum) - Sun 27. subframe (E90post) - Sat 28. racerjsz (6speed) - Sun 29. mphillips030 (M3Forum) - Sat 30. mr_bock (m5board) - Sat 31. SchnellEuro (ECE) - Sat 32. younghov85 (E90post) - Sun Total Votes for Sat: 14 Total Votes for Sun: 16 If I missed anyone, just post and I should get you. Looks like we'll probably split this up into two groups. If that happens, I'll be going on both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday Group (08.19.06) 1. ShimShimHada (E90post) 2. sixspeedsam (E90post) 3. subframe (E90post) 4. kobechome (E90post) 5. orijinal poser (ECE) 6. dougmoney (ECE) 7. sKunkman (ECE) 8. dubplaya (ECE) 9. chaostheory (ECE) 10. SchnellEuro (ECE) 11. thd13 (E90post) 12. mphillips030 (M3Forum) 13. cbanegas (M3Forum) 14. mr_bock (m5board) 15. Porscheboy16 (6speed) Sunday Group (08.20.06) 1. ShimShimHada (E90post) 2. KL2DC (E90post) 3. bostoniant (E90post) 4. Poindexter (E90post) 5. younghov85 (E90post) 6. e30 driver (ECE) 7. mdsbrain (ECE) 8. lax01 (ECE) 9. BMWDEMON (ECE) 10. whitlock (6speed) 11. Eddie (6speed) 12. racerjsz (6speed) 13. Gunther (6speed) 14. blackbenzz (6speed) 15. David///M (M3Forum) 16. ase2dais (M3Forum) Hasn’t Voted 1. p1nk50ck (ECE) 2. ///2k (ECE) 
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07-25-2006, 04:39 PM
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07-26-2006, 09:32 AM
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07-26-2006, 10:05 AM
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yaaaawn ....
1. i dont care to rally with "daily drivers" as i drive everyday on the beltway with you 2. wheres the after party? 3. where are the models to greet you before and after? 4. who wants a bottle! nobody there to say that im sure. 5. do you offer massage therapy post drive? 6. what swag gift bags are offered? 7. who is caterer for this event? Last edited by MDshore348; 07-26-2006 at 10:14 AM.
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07-26-2006, 10:30 AM
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There's a BBQ at someone's house on the Saturday run though, unfortunately there will no Cristal or Dom Pérignon bubbly for you Ferrari gods. I hope the rest of the members aren't like some of you guys who posted in this thread.
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07-26-2006, 10:41 AM
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07-26-2006, 10:44 AM
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its a ferrari thing you wouldnt understand anyone who doesnt agree , has a grey market car and didnt get the orig owners manual, or perhaps they just own a porsche .. eeeheehe holmi...
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07-26-2006, 10:46 AM
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07-26-2006, 10:56 AM
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hey, a monkey on a rocket is faster than me, so what, doesnt mean ill drive with him.
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07-26-2006, 11:13 AM
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E30s are 15+ year old 3-series.
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07-26-2006, 12:10 PM
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"Don't know if you guys will be able to keep up with the E30s though."
Keep up with the failing blower motors or the front control arm wear? Sounds like a fun time with the turnout...too far for a parade for me though. LS
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07-26-2006, 12:47 PM
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SlimShadyHaha,
What the others were trying to express, somewhat unsuccessfully I might ad, is that we usually do events that involve a brief drive, followed by getting smashed and being adored by hot models. No offense to your event, we're just spoiled at this point. Looks like a good turnout. Have fun, be safe, and watch for johnny law. Spang
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07-26-2006, 03:28 PM
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"I didn't speed, except once for a long sweeper, but then I remembered what happened the last time I did that...also, I never went above the speed limit in some of the residential areas. I wouldn't want to ruin those awesome roads, so the convoy would have to be a cruise."
Did anybody else catch this sentence? this is what i do in VA. ps, hate BMW's. unless they're on fire. that's cool. Last edited by wetpet; 07-26-2006 at 03:31 PM.
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