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The official Las Vegas Paupers Run Thread (March 1-4, 2007)

Discussion in 'Las Vegas' started by Sportscarnut, Feb 19, 2007.

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  1. Sportscarnut

    Sportscarnut Formula Junior

    Sep 12, 2005
    820
    Ok everyone, I thought it might be in order to start a new thread dedicated to the "Paupers Run".

    So, place any relevant information regarding the trip in this thread.

    Ladies and gentlemen it’s now 10 days and counting :)
     
  2. Tipo815

    Tipo815 F1 Rookie

    Nov 1, 2003
    3,565
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    Jeffrey
    An email was just sent out to all the attendees. If you do not receive the email please let me know right away! The excitement is building ... :)
     
  3. KraigG

    KraigG Formula 3

    May 25, 2006
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    Kraig
    I'm headed out to Vegas right now, and in true Pauper's fashion, my room is gonna be comped!
     
  4. XLNLIFE

    XLNLIFE Formula Junior

    Oct 5, 2005
    810
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    JEREMY :
    I have a pair of these and wanted to offer these to anyone else who wants them for the trip. I have access to buy these radios for $ 25.00 delivered to me. Take a look and if you decide that you want a pair call me and let me know.

    Jeremy 818-437-3133

    http://www.amazon.com/Audiovox-GMRS122-2CH-Radio-Desktop-Charger/dp/B00009V2XI

    http://www.audiovox.com/manuals/owners/1286674_om.pdf

    Technical Details
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  5. VTChris

    VTChris F1 World Champ

    Aug 21, 2005
    13,259
    Is Frank4Cars and his magic camera going?

    Loved the write up and pics from last year.

    Who's goin airborn this yr :D
     
  6. Modenafan

    Modenafan F1 World Champ
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    Dec 19, 2004
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    Sorry, don't have my pilots license. I'll have to leave the flying to Chris. :D
     
  7. mchas

    mchas F1 Veteran
    Silver Subscribed

    Oct 5, 2004
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    I offered to come along and take some photos but didn't have any takers with an empty passenger seat.

    I'm working on getting a private pilot's license. It takes about 2 hours exactly from the South Bay to get to Vegas. Might take you guys just about the same amount of time if I understand this run correctly ;)
     
  8. frank4cars

    frank4cars F1 Rookie

    Dec 9, 2004
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    Thanks, Chris. Wasn't able to secure a spare bed or passenger seat this time around. I'm sure there will be enough cameras and computers to keep us abreast though.
     
  9. Sportscarnut

    Sportscarnut Formula Junior

    Sep 12, 2005
    820
    Not to worry, I'm sure Elliot and a few others will be taking lots of pics, and Elliot will also get some awesome video footage as well (nothing like the scream of an Exotic car when it hits the red line) :)

    '
     
  10. ELIM

    ELIM Formula 3

    Apr 29, 2005
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    Nowadays, let's not forget there is the magic of video editing. Realistically speaking, a speed of 65mph can easily appear to be close to 130mph!

    Quite amazing if you ask me.

    :D
     
  11. Sportscarnut

    Sportscarnut Formula Junior

    Sep 12, 2005
    820
    Sure :D
     
  12. Brav

    Brav Formula 3

    Nov 20, 2005
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    I regret to inform the masses that I intend to stay planted firmly on the pavement this round. :)
     
  13. Tipo815

    Tipo815 F1 Rookie

    Nov 1, 2003
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    Jeffrey
    No "Air Noble" this time? Bummer!! ;)
     
  14. BigJMoney

    BigJMoney Karting

    Dec 25, 2005
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    Jason
    Man...I'm really looking forward to this. Seems like there were some pretty good memories from last year's run.
     
  15. Sportscarnut

    Sportscarnut Formula Junior

    Sep 12, 2005
    820
    You bet and many more to be made :)

    I can't wait to hear what Jeffrey has to say to the park rangers this time around, that is if they can catch us :D
     
  16. Brav

    Brav Formula 3

    Nov 20, 2005
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    #16 Brav, Feb 21, 2007
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    It will be tough to keep her down, I'm probably running with 10%+ more hp this time.

    The ranger didnt say anyhting.. except that we were "observed at a high rate of speed" which was perfectly acceptable for the park...
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  17. VTChris

    VTChris F1 World Champ

    Aug 21, 2005
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    All kidding aside....

    You guys be safe.



    C
     
  18. RT7

    RT7 Karting

    Nov 23, 2003
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    #18 RT7, Feb 21, 2007
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  19. KraigG

    KraigG Formula 3

    May 25, 2006
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    Don't forget to visit the Exotic Cars at Caesar's Palace. They have a nifty F1 simulator you can rent for $20.00 for 5 min, or buy one for your very own for $16k!

    And don't miss the "Get Your Picture Taken in a Ferrari" for $20.00 :)
     
  20. Sportscarnut

    Sportscarnut Formula Junior

    Sep 12, 2005
    820
    Cool pic Chris, looks like my 360 on your tail from one year ago, just before we lost our paint jobs? :)
     
  21. Tipo815

    Tipo815 F1 Rookie

    Nov 1, 2003
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    Don't say that Thomas ... you'll give the newbies the wrong idea. They'll all be worried just because you and Air Noble think you're NASCAR racers drafting each other! Ha ha! :) Me? I came out 100% unscathed ... not even a single chip ... of course I wasn't 12 inches behind the car in front of me either! :) :)
     
  22. Sportscarnut

    Sportscarnut Formula Junior

    Sep 12, 2005
    820
    More like 12 miles behind the car in front...Ha Ha (you're the smart one) :D

    No question, the ride is as safe as YOU make it, not to worry everyone, safe enjoyable fun will be had by all :)
     
  23. Sportscarnut

    Sportscarnut Formula Junior

    Sep 12, 2005
    820
    I'm sure many of you have been following the weather forecast both local and in Las Vegas. I find it interesting that the forecast in both locations has been very similar, and remained steady, over the past week.

    So keep your fingers crossed because it looks favorable at this point, forecast shows a touch of rain on Tuesday and/or Wednesday of next week and then reasonably good weather for March 1 - 4 :)

    See ten day forecasts below:

    Ontario (launch point):
    http://weather.msn.com/tenday.aspx?wealocations=wc:USCA0806

    Las Vegas (destination):
    http://weather.msn.com/tenday.aspx?wealocations=wc:USNV0049
     
  24. Modenafan

    Modenafan F1 World Champ
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    Dec 19, 2004
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  25. Tipo815

    Tipo815 F1 Rookie

    Nov 1, 2003
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    Jeffrey
    The group has grown considerably in the past week. I think we're looking at 20+ cars for the drive out ... yikes! :)
     

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