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  1. Parikh1234

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    #1 Parikh1234, Jul 31, 2006
    In the spirit of the Bullrun and all the other high end runs, what would you guys think about doing a 2 week run next year hitting the top 12 driving roads in the US (one is in canada). Each one is only a couple of miles, but it would be fun driving to each one together. Drives like route 1 in cali are included, some are twisty and some are just scenic. Ive always wanted to do all of them (ive done 2 on the list) and it would be really cool to do it with a group. I will post the list of routes when I get home, but any interest in this?
     
  2. NYCFERRARIS

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    #2 NYCFERRARIS, Aug 2, 2006
    great idea, let's see the list and count me interested.
     
  3. Speedracer38

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    #3 Speedracer38, Aug 2, 2006
    You obviously need a photographer to cover such a dirve ;)
     
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    #4 DodgeViper01, Aug 2, 2006
    Would love too but that is too far for me. If it was something like to FL and back I would be interested but can not drive all over the country as it is TOO long for me in a car but I am sure sure many others can't due to work.
     
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    #5 Parikh1234, Aug 2, 2006
    yeah I def was thinking all the runs until I actually started to think about it more. There arent many on the east coast though. They all seem to be on the west coast. Ill post the list later tonight. I am more than willing to put my time into planning and organizing this if alot of people are interested. We can all just pay what it would cost and have some fun.
     
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    #6 ClydeM, Aug 2, 2006
    I'd be up for a drive to the New Orleans Concours for a week if'n we could get ourselves invited :)
     
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    #7 996TTurbo, Aug 2, 2006
    That would be awesome, as long as it isnt 15k LOL!!
     
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    #8 Parikh1234, Aug 2, 2006
    no way. I want to make this run all about the driving. We will stay at awesome hotels and such, but it wont be anything like bullrun or gumball. Just some good people and good driving. Non-wannabee AMG models welcome;)
     
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    #9 Parikh1234, Aug 2, 2006
    no way. I want to make this run all about the driving. We will stay at awesome hotels and such, but it wont be anything like bullrun or gumball. Just some good people and good driving. Non-wannabee AMG models welcome;)
     
  10. FasterIsBetter

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    #10 FasterIsBetter, Aug 2, 2006
    I wouldn't call it a major run, but it should be a major event -- The Ferrari Club of America (FCA) will be holding its annual North American/International event up at Watkins Glen/Corning in 2007. It's a multi-day event, starting Wednesday August 29 and running through Labor Day weekend. Events will include a Concours on Thursday, a rally through upstate NY on Friday, a "driver ed" program at Watkins Glen on Friday, Track Days on Saturday and Sunday, plus a bunch of evening functions including a car show and reception at the Museum of Glass, and other receptions, dinners, etc. The town of Corning is really going all-out to make this event a success.

    It should be a great event and there should be some outstanding F-cars there. Well worth the trip. I'm planning on going, if for nothing else but to do the track days and attend the events (I'm not much into showing my cars, I like to drive them). That might make for a nice trip, especially if you tagged a couple of days on before for touring, and end up at Corning/The Glen for the FCA event.

    Just a thought.
     
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    #11 996TTurbo, Aug 2, 2006
    Sounds good, keep us posted :)
     
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    #12 Speedracer38, Aug 2, 2006
    Check out the Southern California section and look at the Paupers Run. We could do something like that....?
     
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    #13 parismodel, Aug 2, 2006
    It isn't as long as a normal road trip. Time goes by way faster and you enjoy it more with others. You may be driving in a car 8-10 hours some days but it doesn't feel like it. It's the only way to see the country in my opinion if you're into driving.
     
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    #14 Parikh1234, Aug 2, 2006
    In no particular order:

    1) The Cabot Trail (Canada)
    2) Anchorage to Homer - SR1 (Alaska)
    3) The Pig Trail - SR 23 (Arkansas)
    4) Angeles Crest Highway - SR2 (California)
    5) Highway 1 from San Luis Obispo to Monterey (California)
    6) SR 108 from Highway 395 to Pinecrest (California)
    7) Black Bear Pass (Colorado)
    8) Million Dollar Highway (Colorado)
    9) Hailey to Challis - SR 75 (Idaho)
    10) Mount Washington Auto Road (New Hampshire)
    11) Woodsfield to Marietta - SR 26 (Ohio)
    12) Hood River to Highway 26 (Oregon)
    13) Alpine to Hanging Limb (Tennessee)
    14) El Camino del Rio (Texas)
    15) Moab (Utah)
    16) Devils Tower to Custer (Wyoming/South Dakota)

    What do you guys think?
     
  15. DodgeViper01

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    #15 DodgeViper01, Aug 2, 2006
    That really sounds interesting. If you can keep the driving down a bit for each day you might be able to convince me. 8 hours a day should be okay with me.
     
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    #16 Parikh1234, Aug 2, 2006
    Yeah 8 hours max is def the way to go. That way you can wake up somewhat late when you party too hard the night before:)
     
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    #17 DodgeViper01, Aug 2, 2006
    Of course. You got the right idea.
     
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    #18 DodgeViper01, Aug 2, 2006
    That sounds like an interesting one too. From what I am reading it looks like this one might be just like it. Okay, I am getting too excited. LOL!
     
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    #19 Parikh1234, Aug 2, 2006
    I think a really cool run would be a maine to florida run. Get some good lobster in maine and end with good paella in miami. Like I said before, I am more than happy to coordinate everything and block off hotels. This stuff must take alot of planning so I am willing to start it soon if we have enough commitment. I am thinking maybe 7-14 days?
     
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    #20 996TTurbo, Aug 3, 2006
    Haha agreed, this is damm exciting. How about we start next week LOL jk
     
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    #21 robiferretti, Aug 3, 2006
    8 hours a day is a lot of driving, i think the longest day on the bull run driving was 7+ hours and it was exhausting. Try to keep the driving to 4-5 hours per day.
     
  22. DodgeViper01

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    #22 DodgeViper01, Aug 3, 2006
    That would probably be better but I know he would have to cut the route. I think that is a better idea but so far you got me either way. I prefer shorter driving everyday but I will leave that up to the planner.
     
  23. DodgeViper01

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    #23 DodgeViper01, Aug 3, 2006
    I am with you on that one. Well we get close. We have the road trip with the Viper club to New Hampshire August 26th.
     
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    #24 996TTurbo, Aug 3, 2006
    Yes sir, cant wait for that. Mike said that's alot of fun :)
     
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    #25 niptuck, Aug 3, 2006
    if you wake up on time ;)
     
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