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  1. Webby

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    #26 Webby, Jun 15, 2007
    Here's the planned route for those curious. I'm going to try to run through it if I have time. As far as I know from past experience none of these roads have any potholes or any roads that are too steep, the only part we will have to worry about is a lot of construction downtown but I'm sure we'll be able to weave our way around.

    This link should work:
    http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?client=firefox-a&hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=117880911069672026950.000001133295d2ffd4aff&ll=39.81803,-84.131241&spn=0.278467,0.561676&z=11&om=1

    We'll be starting in Huber Heights, going down Historic National Rd, which is a gorgeous place (over a huge bridge too). Then we'll go through Vandalia and south on Frederick Pk (a beautiful road with lots of twists). Then we'll stop for ice cream on Brown St ... Ben & Jerry's and Coldstone are right there as well as Panera & Chipotle if you're hungry. Then we'll head back north via Route 4 (had to fit in some freeway) and then Chambersburg (another fun one, lots of hills). I think it'll be about 3 hours total.
     
  2. Webby

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    #27 Webby, Jun 16, 2007
    I think I way overestimated the time and that it is closer to 1.5-2 hours, maybe even less. I'll add more of the historic national road ... it's a really beautiful scenic road
     
  3. DC333

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    #28 DC333, Jun 16, 2007
    is the route a fast one :)
    if you can run over 100 in the twisies Ild be more interested :D
     
  4. Webby

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    #29 Webby, Jun 16, 2007
    Most of the scenic areas are nice and curvy but they're not too twisty so I think it'd be possible to go fast in them. Also, LOL I included some big strips of less-used freeways and backroads specifically to tempt you to come. There are hardly any cars (cop cars & civilians both) so there's plenty of room to go fast.

    Also, I originally planned a more scenic route but then today I asked my sister a hypothetical question, "If you had a Lamborghini, would you drive it more on the highway or on laid-back twisty roads?" and she said "highway" instantly. So I'm going to have to revise it a little.
     
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    #30 DC333, Jun 16, 2007
    but you see that was a hypothetical question :)
    If she rides with me Ill sure change her mind :D

    church is over at 10 30 for me, if I leave immediatly afterwards, I MAY be able to make it on time if I can go.....
     
  6. Webby

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    #31 Webby, Jun 17, 2007
    Let me know when you find out if you can come. It takes about 2 hrs to drive over so we'll push it back to 1:00 so you and Rick can come together
     
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    #32 DC333, Jun 17, 2007
    2 hours?? haha, Ill be there in little over 1 ;)
    Ricks my GPS/nav system :)
     
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    #33 richard_wallace, Jun 18, 2007
    Webby, et al..

    I am out for this Sunday. My Sons Baseball is at 12 noon - and I am working this church festival (which is also my kids school) that my wife roped me into in the afternoon...

    So goes most of my spring/summer it seems this year, between travel and extra curricular activities - my availability this year has been dismal...

    However on the bright side - I have almost 2K miles on the Spyder in just 6 months - so I am getting out for short drives on my own much more that I did in the past!

    A few members and I have talked about getting off our backsides and getting an Ohio/Ky/Indiana drive this summer. I am going to shoot for one in July (probably late July). Look for information soon and hopefully we can all get together soon!

    Thanks and sorry I cannot make it.

    Rich
     
  9. Webby

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    #34 Webby, Jun 18, 2007
    Thanks for the response Rich, sorry you can't make it. I'll do my best to make the July cruise ... have to see your Gallardo in person!
     
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    #35 racerdj, Jun 19, 2007
    Webby, please pass on to your sister my wishes for a Happy Birthday!!
     
  11. Webby

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    #36 Webby, Jun 19, 2007
    I will :) She'll be happy to hear it, it's thanks to you she's seen any at all!
     
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    #37 racerdj, Jun 19, 2007
    You've got a super nice family!! I'm truly glad I met all of you! And you are all into cars!
     
  13. Webby

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    #38 Webby, Jun 19, 2007
    :D

    I went through half of the cruise today ... it only took 50 minutes (supposed to be 1.5 hrs)! I'm going to have to make it even longer. I'll probably end up making it too long. I also found a section that looks pretty from a satellite but was actually a dirty and bumpy road so I'll get rid of that ... luckily I've driven through all the other places before and they're all nice. I'm going to go through the second half tomorrow and then I'll extend it a little
     
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    #39 Buzz48317, Jun 19, 2007
    Cool idea to surprise your little sis, Webby. Glad to see that this is going to happen for her. Make sure that you take lots of pictures and post them here for those of us who have to live vicariously.
     
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    #40 DC333, Jun 19, 2007
    dont make it too long, I fall asleep when driving on the highways, for real!!!
    even driving to and from Putnam with Rick
    ahhh, nothing like waking up at 110 mph :( so I try to stay off straight boring roads for too long
    you can ride with me for the run ;)

    Ill come if you put my Diablo track day vid on Youtube so I can see it :)
     
  16. Webby

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    #41 Webby, Jun 19, 2007
    See you Sunday :D http://youtube.com/watch?v=inOUb5cN2q8
    my sister likes highways btw... but I-75 and I-70 are busy enough that I don't think you'll fall asleep. I'm trying to find more interesting curvy roads but there aren't as many as I would've thought. Lots of country roads but they're all straight
     
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    #42 DC333, Jun 19, 2007
    only 14 seconds!!!
    I got jipped :(

    sounded nice though :)
    I was hiting around 135-140ish by the end of that straight :)
     
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    #43 DC333, Jun 23, 2007
    weather not lookin so good for tommorrow webby :(
     
  19. Webby

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    #44 Webby, Jun 23, 2007
    hmm, still says sunny and warm for Dayton
     
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    #45 doltmo, Jun 23, 2007
    I'm with Webby - sunny and warm on Sunday. I may even wash the car in the morning just to guarantee that it doesn't rain. Or does that work the other way around?

    I departing from the Shell at 96th and Allisonville about 11am. Dan, if you're running late don't worry - you'll catch up with us on the way over on I-70.
     
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    #46 Webby, Jun 23, 2007
    Rick, did Mike call you?
    Don't forget the video camera! :D
     
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    #47 DC333, Jun 23, 2007
    ummm, weatherchannel.com
    says morning shower followed by afternoon thunderstorms for Indy and Dayton :(

    I dont mind the car getting rained on, I do mind the huge mess it'll create in in engine, sypension, nooks and crannies, etc from driving in it all day
    but more so, the danger of driving a 550+hp mid engine beast on unfamilar road for hours :(

    no traction control+rain=potental regret

    not looking good for me making it
     
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    #48 doltmo, Jun 24, 2007
    I'm departing as planned, rain or shine. Dan, give me a call if you decide to make the trip. We can work out the details on where to meet.
     
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    #49 doltmo, Jun 24, 2007
    Yes.
     
  25. Webby

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    #50 Webby, Jun 24, 2007
    So much for sunny and warm (thanks Accuweather). Hopefully the sun comes out at least a little
     
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