Beavis Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 I have had one or two pm's today that have concerned me, below is an example Hi mate sorry if I sound like an old fuddy duddy, but wasnt sure if people will be racing on the day as looking at the posts seems to be whos faster than who or can I overtake kinda talk... problem is: 1.) Im not a great driver and was going to enjoy just cruising with the rest of the gang not really trying to race everyone as not my idea of fun 2.) Safety of my girlfriend is paramount and dont want to put her life at risk. Is it possible those who want to race to identify themselves so that I can be far away from them as possible.. Really hope I dont sound like a party pooper mate, just not my idea of fun *********************************************************** Firstly this is more of a social meet but in our cars driving on beautiful welsh roads. We are effectively showing of our wares to each other and to the general public. The drive in Wales is nothing more than a pleasure cruise. Safety is of paramount importance on the day, everybody attending will be expected to drive safely. There will be strictly NO RACING between cars, if there is racing and dangerous driving, these members will be asked to leave the drive. My experience of the Wales drives have always been good with no incidents up to yet, though there were a few close shaves last year. The convoy generally moves along at a reasonable pace any how, there will be no pressure on anyone to go with the flow. Part of the convoy might move quicker than another part, this is ok. Everyone as the checkpoints contained in the document and enough time as been factored in for each section to be completed in plenty of time. If anyone wants to overtake that is ok too as long it is done in a safe manner that dangers NO ONE. A drivers talk will be given at Chester services on do's and dont's before the drive. I dont want to be a party pooper but i really want everyone to enjoy the Wales drive out on May 11th but most of all i want a safe one. And at the end of the day i want to see lots of smiles after a good day out
martinmac Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 Wise words Beavis, Liz will be controlling my pace in her own inimitable manner. After all its going to be a hell of a spectacle, wouldnt want anyone to miss it
Digsy Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 Just a quickie to "old fuddy duddy" - please don't be put off, you will not be alone in not wanting to race or put your other half at any risk. I too will have my "speed limiter" in the passenger seat. Those who don't want to "make progress" can take up the rear places so that no-one feels under pressure. It's all good!
Ebized Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 We all need a reminder so good advice from Beavis. Parking by this sign last year was also a gentle reminder that gave Mrs E a laugh Seeing the dropping jaws and waves as we cruise through the towns and villages gives a real buzz, the last thing we want is the wrong attraction by driving that is best left for the tracks
GIXXERUK Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 you would need a long road to overtake 40+ cars the welsh police are not forgiving bare this in mind
Beavis Posted April 22, 2008 Author Posted April 22, 2008 Nobody will want to travel that fast anyhow, otherwise you may miss the best part of the drive out...............................which is seen jaws drop when 30+ zeds roll into town Though this year it will be 40+
lomoto Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 fast driving is for another time and place not on the 11th May in Wales
martinmac Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 Yes think of the sheep edit Think of the possibility of colliding with a sheep or other animal and the damage it may do to your vehicle
Daaave Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 I hope my comments didn't cause this... It certainly wasn't my intention. I gave up trying to race anyone yeeeears ago. That's the last thing I'm into and afterall we're all driving the same car (pretty much) so there's nothing to prove. However what I am after is enjoying the roads in a safe manner. Normally when it's safe to do so, I will overtake people on a NSL road when they are pootling along at 45mph. Any more than that and it's not normally worth it. On this day out I'll be hanging back methinks.
GIXXERUK Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 i cant see this being an issue, although dave needed to mention it
martinmac Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 I am sure with Daaaves photo talents he could make any shot look fast
stuey Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 i will set a reasonable but progressive pace................ but under no circumstances will i break the speed limits...........
Daaave Posted April 22, 2008 Posted April 22, 2008 Don't start on the photos.... If I had my way everyone would be up before dawn for a photoshoot on a mountain It'll have to be dull midday light in a car park instead I'm afraid
Sarnie Posted April 23, 2008 Posted April 23, 2008 Why not have a starting sequence? 1-10,11-20,21-30,31-40 and 41 plus. This may give a natural order and help to prevent any 'clogging' up of the cars The people that might want to be slightly faster at the start followed by the rest?
MarkW Posted April 23, 2008 Posted April 23, 2008 Why not have a starting sequence? 1-10,11-20,21-30,31-40 and 41 plus. This may give a natural order and help to prevent any 'clogging' up of the cars The people that might want to be slightly faster at the start followed by the rest? Shouldnt we have 'Qualifying' to determine the starting order (only joking )
GIXXERUK Posted April 23, 2008 Posted April 23, 2008 Why not have a starting sequence? 1-10,11-20,21-30,31-40 and 41 plus. This may give a natural order and help to prevent any 'clogging' up of the cars The people that might want to be slightly faster at the start followed by the rest? Shouldnt we have 'Qualifying' to determine the starting order Superpole for grid positions (only joking )
Ebized Posted April 23, 2008 Posted April 23, 2008 Why not have a starting sequence? 1-10,11-20,21-30,31-40 and 41 plus. This may give a natural order and help to prevent any 'clogging' up of the cars The people that might want to be slightly faster at the start followed by the rest? Shouldnt we have 'Qualifying' to determine the starting order No, that would be fair on Beavis, after do all the organizing and then having to run as tail-end charlie
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