Vince,
Next one is August 19th and 20th. More info and schedule at the Crossroads of the West Gunshows website. $1 off coupon there too.
"UPDATE ON CORONADO RUN" *I have confirmed with the Del and we will have a reserved parking area in the Valet parking lot. We will drive our cars into the lot and there will be a fee of $15.00 That is an increase from last years $10.00* *The deck with tables and umbrellas can not be reserved. I have negotiated with the hotel the following arrangements for your consideration and approval: They will provide reserved seating on the beach directly below the food deck that includes two sun Cabanas, 24 beach chairs, and 6 tables. The cost for this service is $300.00. Before you blow a head gasket consider the unit/car cost: 20 cars = $15.00 I personally think reserved seating and being together to swap stories at the end of a long run is the reason to have an event so the cost is justified. In addition there will be a volleyball court and since we are on the beach why not have the "First Annual VINCE MANTO 356 Bocce Ball Tournament"??
*ROUTE PLANNING* The route is set and has been mapped and Grant Harper has agreed to pre run the course to determine timing. Everyone will be given a detailed map but unlike last year we will leave in packs of five cars instead of trying to keep a train of 20 cars together. The route is basically the same as last year with a planned pit stop at Thunder Ranch for pressure valve release, refreshments, and to see new projects. Rumor has it a 904 is in the works.
* DECISIONS need to be made as to how many cars are coming based on the assumption you are willing to pay the cost of reserved seating. I think San Diego will have 7 to 8 cars. Post a message ASAP letting us know your decision. This can be a great event if we get enough cars.
*SPEND THE NIGHT* After all the fun and sun at the Del would some of you want to stay over and have breakfast before heading back? Let me know and I can make reservations in Encinitas or??
Over and out,
Dave
*ROUTE PLANNING* The route is set and has been mapped and Grant Harper has agreed to pre run the course to determine timing. Everyone will be given a detailed map but unlike last year we will leave in packs of five cars instead of trying to keep a train of 20 cars together. The route is basically the same as last year with a planned pit stop at Thunder Ranch for pressure valve release, refreshments, and to see new projects. Rumor has it a 904 is in the works.
* DECISIONS need to be made as to how many cars are coming based on the assumption you are willing to pay the cost of reserved seating. I think San Diego will have 7 to 8 cars. Post a message ASAP letting us know your decision. This can be a great event if we get enough cars.
*SPEND THE NIGHT* After all the fun and sun at the Del would some of you want to stay over and have breakfast before heading back? Let me know and I can make reservations in Encinitas or??
Over and out,
Dave
Count me in. We may stay over. Thanks Right now I am on my way to pick up my new ride. I feel like a little kid with anticipation.
I'm in, and I will furnish the Bocce Balls...
I hope PETA doesn't find out what Vince has been doing to those poor Bocces!
I've never actually seen a Bocce, but their balls are quite large, and very heavy, they must be enormous......
Regarding making a decision about Coronado and the 20 cars/$15.00 I have put up my credit card for $300.00 and if we don't have a strong yes on "I am going" then I will withdraw my card one week prior to the event. So as the ancient Greek philosopher said, S..T or get off the pot"
I am going!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gabe and right seater
Gabe and right seater
In previous posts the following owners said they were on board for the Coronado run: David Galvan, Jim Ignacio, Antonio Boccia, Jennifer Honnell, Chuck Franklin, and Bill George. Now that we have upped the ante and the cost has gone up to $15.00 are all of you still in? Please post so we can get an accurate count. Vince Manto, Gabriel Quiroz, and Warren White are in so far. I will post the San Diego count in a few days. Thanks, Dave
count me in.
These cruises are for all of us, not just the ones with a few extra bucks in their pocket, so If you have any problem with David's suggestion and the amount of money involved speak up.....
For me the fun is on the road, I could care less about the destination, the hotel is a cool place, but we don't need our own place to sit if it means some won't come because of the price.
For me the fun is on the road, I could care less about the destination, the hotel is a cool place, but we don't need our own place to sit if it means some won't come because of the price.
David,
Can you explain the cost structure for this thing.
You mention $15.00 for parking and $300.00 to reserve a couple of cabanas on the beach. If only twenty people show, and the cabana reservation is split equally that's another $15.00 before we start eating and drinking. The food out of the shack ain't gourmet, but that doesn't prevent them from gouging for burgers, beers, and fries. You have to figure your lunch is going to run almost $20.00 per head.
Maybe we should go over the bridge, drive by the Hotel Del and thumb our noses as we drive south to a beer joint in Imperial Beach.
I'll pay for parking and 1/20th of the cabana, but like Vince says this is about Speedsters not about The Hotel Del. I'd hate to think anybody might be discouraged from participating because the Hotel Del wants to soak us like we're tourists. (Jeeze, last year we were an attraction there, it was like a car show in their parking lot. I think they have pretty big bocches to try to hold us up like this).
Maybe there are some joints near the water that would love to have a bunch of pretty cars, pretty women, and old reprobates spend some money on a staurday at mid-day in mid-July?
Can you explain the cost structure for this thing.
You mention $15.00 for parking and $300.00 to reserve a couple of cabanas on the beach. If only twenty people show, and the cabana reservation is split equally that's another $15.00 before we start eating and drinking. The food out of the shack ain't gourmet, but that doesn't prevent them from gouging for burgers, beers, and fries. You have to figure your lunch is going to run almost $20.00 per head.
Maybe we should go over the bridge, drive by the Hotel Del and thumb our noses as we drive south to a beer joint in Imperial Beach.
I'll pay for parking and 1/20th of the cabana, but like Vince says this is about Speedsters not about The Hotel Del. I'd hate to think anybody might be discouraged from participating because the Hotel Del wants to soak us like we're tourists. (Jeeze, last year we were an attraction there, it was like a car show in their parking lot. I think they have pretty big bocches to try to hold us up like this).
Maybe there are some joints near the water that would love to have a bunch of pretty cars, pretty women, and old reprobates spend some money on a staurday at mid-day in mid-July?
Per the phone call from Dave this evening (26JUN06), I, and maybe one other (wife or son), will be at the event. I will check in to see how the "event" at the Del (and/or elsewhere?) shapes up. I am quite familiar with the Hidden Valley run from my days with my old motorcycle club. Might I suggest a slight amendment to go through Borona from Romona to Lakeside? It has some very nice scenery and twisties that a Speedster is meant to enjoy. Sincerely, Jim Warren (La Mesa)
Bill, your humor is always well timed and constructive. I recieved a message yesterday from the Concierge at the Del which may clear up and eliminate the $300.00 problem of reserved seating. I will be able to contact her at 230 PM Tuesday and I will post a new message at 730 PM. Once that issue is resolved we can discuss the other questions. Thanks. Dave
im moving my son on the 15th to ucsd. if this is near to you i would like to stop by. wont have the baby for 10 weeks
James and I will be there, with, or without a paid for reserved cabana on the beach.
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I intend to be there for the run and lunch at the Del. The price for the cabanas/lunch/parking is fine with me, whatever it works out to be.
Grant and Esther are in no matter what the decision is...:)
David, this is RE-conformation that I will join the caravan at the gas stop in the La Costa area.
Chuck
Chuck
Coronado Continued. The only reason I was "pushing" for reserved seating at the Del was last year a few folks complained about not being able to sit together and meet new friends. I agree with Vince this is about Speedsters but it is also about friendship. I thought this was a priority and tried to come up with the best solution possible. I agree spending money is not fun but up to now that has been the only answer. Today at 430 I talked to the manager of food services and she GUARANTEED me we would have reserved seating on the sun deck at NO COST. I talked to the parking manager and quoting a certain member of our group I reminded him we were not some yokel tourists and he agreed that if we bought enough burgers and fries he would reduce the parking fee to $6.00 We now have $21.00 to invest in our 401K's. I also reminded the parking manager, again quoting our esteemed member, that we were an "attraction" and we should be able to park for free! The idea would be to display 4 to 5 cars on the lawn in front of the Hotel and be an attraction that day. He liked that idea and will get back to me on Friday with an answer. Grant Harper will be pre running the course this weekend so if anyone wants to make changes I suggest you contact him. Bye.
David...thank you for trying so hard to make it all possible for ALL of us with the accomodations at the hotel Del, this way we can ALL afford to attend!! Grant
David, I for one appreciate you taking the lead on this, my only concern was that it appeared this was starting to be more costly than some of the folks would be prepared to spend. As long as we can keep this reasonable, I think everyone will have a good time, I know the hotel is expensive to run, but i'd rather they make their money on the tourists, rather than the speedster group.....
thanks for the extra effort in keeping the cost to a minimum.....
OK folks, the weather is getting warmer, so step up to the plate and
commit to this event, the last two years it was a blast........
thanks for the extra effort in keeping the cost to a minimum.....
OK folks, the weather is getting warmer, so step up to the plate and
commit to this event, the last two years it was a blast........
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CORONADO COMMITMENTS So far from the North we have Manto, Quiroz, White, George, Galvan, and Ignacio for a total of 6. So far from the South we have Harper, Delia, Roland, Franklin, Redditt, Warren, Boccia, and Beckett for a total of 8. 14 We in the South have about 5 more probabilities. If anyone else is commited let us know as Grant needs to prepare maps and I need to keep the Hotel informed. Bye.
I will be attending with the Gel Coat Wonder.
David thanks for the effort with the Del.
Larry Bull
David thanks for the effort with the Del.
Larry Bull
way to go Larry, it will be good to see you again
North 6 South 9 Total 15 Are there any JPS cars coming? We have some probable Spyders joining us.
The South has just picked up another with the addition of Mr. and Mrs. Sean Kelly. Total 16 and climbing!
Regarding my post dated 06/27 about free parking. The parking manager called me Friday and informed me the price foe Valet/self parking would remain $6.00 Any new participants out there?
I just got back from a vacation in San Diego. Went to Mission Bay (Paradise Point Resort). What a beautiful area. Also visited Hotel Del Coronado and just hung out on the beach one evening. This Sounds like it'll be a great trip. If I had the balls, I'd move to San Diego in a heart beat! Have fun! Derek
Word has it the latest photo posted by DrDemanto is one of the new style cocktail waitresses at the Hotel Del!? If it's true could our run be moved up a week?
Chuck
Chuck
Hey all, I have been in Hawaii for the last week! Regarding the 15th, I am still up in the "air" until I can confirm a babysitter (for my 12 year old).Summer is busy and my prospects are getting thin, still working on it.....
Hey David!
Been away in Alaska for the past two weeks! Got back and checked on the Hotel Del cruise.
I totally pulled a 'guy thing' and mispoke about being able to attend this cruise on the 15th. My wife just reminded me that we have a wedding we 'have to' attend on that day (drat!)! My bad!
Either way, I appreciate all the time and effort you put into organizing this cruise. Sorry we'll be missing this one. Hope to hook up with the San Diego SOC'ers on the next SOC cruise.
Peace - Out!
Been away in Alaska for the past two weeks! Got back and checked on the Hotel Del cruise.
I totally pulled a 'guy thing' and mispoke about being able to attend this cruise on the 15th. My wife just reminded me that we have a wedding we 'have to' attend on that day (drat!)! My bad!
Either way, I appreciate all the time and effort you put into organizing this cruise. Sorry we'll be missing this one. Hope to hook up with the San Diego SOC'ers on the next SOC cruise.
Peace - Out!
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Jimbo, sorry to hear about the wedding thing coming up.. but hey you know it's 50-50 crap-shoot on that wedding lasting, but it's a for SURE thing that this run will be OFF the HOOK! I think I have actually gotten my wife to join me on this drive.. Of course we may have the top up for the majority of the ride down! LOL... But I'll take it as long as she is by my side!
Speedster "D"
Speedster "D"
Jim, sorry you can not make the run. Jennifer, hope you can find someone to keep the young one occupied. Got a message this morning from my friend Chris and he let me know 3 Spyders are planning to go bringing our total to 17.
Update: I am not going to make it to Coronado. Have fun! I will be looking for pictures when you all return.
Speedster "D" - you know it's going to be killing me sitting in some wedding reception thinking about you driving 'la bomba' down through San Diego with all the other SOCer's next weekend - I'm sure you and your lady will have fun. Be safe, my brutha!
I got your back Bro... Remember to have a "Cold-one" for me! I WILL represent in SD! LOL...
Speedster "D"
Speedster "D"
David says there are 6 cars going from the North....
Who are you, where are you leaving from, and what route are you taking.....am I the only car from the South Bay/Long Beach area...this run is less than a week away folks, start a dialog about routes from the North so I can figure out who to hook up with...
Who are you, where are you leaving from, and what route are you taking.....am I the only car from the South Bay/Long Beach area...this run is less than a week away folks, start a dialog about routes from the North so I can figure out who to hook up with...
I am hoping to go but will not be able to confirm until late Thursday if that is OK. Will follow the thread to keep up with plans.
Vince: I will (if I make it) be leaving from Irvine right near the 405/5 'Y' and would like to hookup.
thanks
grant
Vince: I will (if I make it) be leaving from Irvine right near the 405/5 'Y' and would like to hookup.
thanks
grant
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Posted in newby (what do you guys think?) my shop is at the 405 & 5 may be a good place to meet for the run down to Del Coronado? let me know, also need more info on this run?? Cabanaboy OUT!!