DC Metro Skyline Rally
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DC Metro Skyline Rally
posting for a friend across the country:
Originally Posted by ShimShimHada
Hey guys, I don't post much, but I decided to cross-post this idea here. The more, the merrier. Original link: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24053
Hey everyone, yesterday I racked up 150 miles going to, running, and coming back from Leeds Manor Road. It's approximately 50 miles from Fairfax, 50 miles to run the course to the end and back, and 50 miles to get back to Fairfax.
The course feels really long, it's about 50 miles (25 to the end reaching US 211 and 25 back to US 50). The segment of US 50W leading up to that course is awesome too; very scenic. I recommend driving economically there, because the twisties will reduce your MPG significantly (provided that you don't shift up, because you prefer the sound of a happy engine).
There are many blind corners and long tunnel-atmosphere sweepers, but the "two-lane road" barely fits two compact sedans, so you have to watch out for oncoming cars. During 7:00PM to 8:00PM, I encounted ZERO cars, so sometimes I forgot it was a two-lane road, since there are no markings to remind you.
I didn't speed, except once for a long sweeper, but then I remembered what happened the last time I did that...also, I never went above the speed limit in some of the residential areas. I wouldn't want to ruin those awesome roads, so the convoy would have to be a cruise. We can still have plenty of fun. The speed limit ranges from 25-45MPH, but most of the people who live there go at least 50 MPH in some sections.
That general area is pretty twisty, since it's in Markham. A lot of vineyards there, and some small towns along the way. I actually found the Naked Mountain Vineyard (their Riesling is delicious). There's also a WEIGHING station on the way there. I was going to weigh my car on the way back, but I had to get home before it got pitch black. In the morning, it's pretty breathtaking, but at night, there is absolutely zero light.
I left at 6:00PM, ran into traffic getting there, but once I was there, I was unencumbered. I arrived back home at around 10:00PM.
So, I'm thinking about a convoy cruise consisting of local DC Metro-ers who enjoy driving on great backroads. Here's the link of an outline of the route:
http://www.motorcycleroads.us/roads/va_lmr.html
I'm not quite sure how to organize everything yet, so I'd like to get all the input I can before making an itinerary. This wouldn't be just a E90post only cruise, I'm thinking about combining the convoy with some people from www.eastcoasteuro.net.
EDIT!!!
Okay guys, I figured since Skyline Drive is only about 10 miles away from the end of the first half Leeds Manor Road, we might as well just alter the route a little. It turns out only the first half is twisty and fun anyway. Here's something I conjured up:
If anyone has suggestions to what we can do to further enhance the experience, please feel free to say so. It would be cool if we could get video or photo of the convoy (if it gets big enough). Still don't have a date set, but it's probably going to be on a Saturday or Sunday in August. Let's get some kind of list started.
For the people who only want to do part of the rally (since it's pretty long, can opt to turn around at either US 55 (John Marshall Highway), or at any junction in Skyline Drive.
DC Metro Skyline Rally List (as of 1:40AM, July 10, 2006):
1. ShimShimHada
2. orijinal poser (ECE)
3. dougmoney (ECE)
4. sKunkman (ECE)
5. lax01 (ECE)
6. e30 driver (ECE)
7. mdsbrain (ECE)
8. KL2DC (E90post)
9. bavarian19 (E90post)
10. bostoniant (E90post)
11. dubplaya (ECE)
If I missed anyone, just post and I should get you.
Hey everyone, yesterday I racked up 150 miles going to, running, and coming back from Leeds Manor Road. It's approximately 50 miles from Fairfax, 50 miles to run the course to the end and back, and 50 miles to get back to Fairfax.
The course feels really long, it's about 50 miles (25 to the end reaching US 211 and 25 back to US 50). The segment of US 50W leading up to that course is awesome too; very scenic. I recommend driving economically there, because the twisties will reduce your MPG significantly (provided that you don't shift up, because you prefer the sound of a happy engine).
There are many blind corners and long tunnel-atmosphere sweepers, but the "two-lane road" barely fits two compact sedans, so you have to watch out for oncoming cars. During 7:00PM to 8:00PM, I encounted ZERO cars, so sometimes I forgot it was a two-lane road, since there are no markings to remind you.
I didn't speed, except once for a long sweeper, but then I remembered what happened the last time I did that...also, I never went above the speed limit in some of the residential areas. I wouldn't want to ruin those awesome roads, so the convoy would have to be a cruise. We can still have plenty of fun. The speed limit ranges from 25-45MPH, but most of the people who live there go at least 50 MPH in some sections.
That general area is pretty twisty, since it's in Markham. A lot of vineyards there, and some small towns along the way. I actually found the Naked Mountain Vineyard (their Riesling is delicious). There's also a WEIGHING station on the way there. I was going to weigh my car on the way back, but I had to get home before it got pitch black. In the morning, it's pretty breathtaking, but at night, there is absolutely zero light.
I left at 6:00PM, ran into traffic getting there, but once I was there, I was unencumbered. I arrived back home at around 10:00PM.
So, I'm thinking about a convoy cruise consisting of local DC Metro-ers who enjoy driving on great backroads. Here's the link of an outline of the route:
http://www.motorcycleroads.us/roads/va_lmr.html
I'm not quite sure how to organize everything yet, so I'd like to get all the input I can before making an itinerary. This wouldn't be just a E90post only cruise, I'm thinking about combining the convoy with some people from www.eastcoasteuro.net.
EDIT!!!
Okay guys, I figured since Skyline Drive is only about 10 miles away from the end of the first half Leeds Manor Road, we might as well just alter the route a little. It turns out only the first half is twisty and fun anyway. Here's something I conjured up:
If anyone has suggestions to what we can do to further enhance the experience, please feel free to say so. It would be cool if we could get video or photo of the convoy (if it gets big enough). Still don't have a date set, but it's probably going to be on a Saturday or Sunday in August. Let's get some kind of list started.
For the people who only want to do part of the rally (since it's pretty long, can opt to turn around at either US 55 (John Marshall Highway), or at any junction in Skyline Drive.
DC Metro Skyline Rally List (as of 1:40AM, July 10, 2006):
1. ShimShimHada
2. orijinal poser (ECE)
3. dougmoney (ECE)
4. sKunkman (ECE)
5. lax01 (ECE)
6. e30 driver (ECE)
7. mdsbrain (ECE)
8. KL2DC (E90post)
9. bavarian19 (E90post)
10. bostoniant (E90post)
11. dubplaya (ECE)
If I missed anyone, just post and I should get you.
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Originally Posted by shimshimhada
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Hey everyone, yesterday I racked up 150 miles going to, running, and coming back from Leeds Manor Road. It's approximately 50 miles from Fairfax, 50 miles to run the course to the end and back, and 50 miles to get back to Fairfax.
The course feels really long, it's about 50 miles (25 to the end reaching US 211 and 25 back to US 50). The segment of US 50W leading up to that course is awesome too; very scenic. I recommend driving economically there, because the twisties will reduce your MPG significantly (provided that you don't shift up, because you prefer the sound of a happy engine).
There are many blind corners and long tunnel-atmosphere sweepers, but the "two-lane road" barely fits two compact sedans, so you have to watch out for oncoming cars. During 7:00PM to 8:00PM, I encounted ZERO cars, so sometimes I forgot it was a two-lane road, since there are no markings to remind you.
I didn't speed, except once for a long sweeper, but then I remembered what happened the last time I did that...also, I never went above the speed limit in some of the residential areas. I wouldn't want to ruin those awesome roads, so the convoy would have to be a cruise. We can still have plenty of fun. The speed limit ranges from 25-45MPH, but most of the people who live there go at least 50 MPH in some sections.
That general area is pretty twisty, since it's in Markham. A lot of vineyards there, and some small towns along the way. I actually found the Naked Mountain Vineyard (their Riesling is delicious). There's also a WEIGHING station on the way there. I was going to weigh my car on the way back, but I had to get home before it got pitch black. In the morning, it's pretty breathtaking, but at night, there is absolutely zero light.
I left at 6:00PM, ran into traffic getting there, but once I was there, I was unencumbered. I arrived back home at around 10:00PM.
So, I'm thinking about a convoy cruise consisting of local DC Metro-ers who enjoy driving on great backroads. Here's the link of an outline of the route:
http://www.motorcycleroads.us/roads/va_lmr.html
I'm not quite sure how to organize everything yet, so I'd like to get all the input I can before making an itinerary. This wouldn't be just a E90post only cruise, I'm thinking about combining the convoy with some people from www.eastcoasteuro.net.
EDIT!!!
Okay guys, I figured since Skyline Drive is only about 10 miles away from the end of the first half Leeds Manor Road, we might as well just alter the route a little. It turns out only the first half is twisty and fun anyway. Here's something I conjured up:
If anyone has suggestions to what we can do to further enhance the experience, please feel free to say so. It would be cool if we could get video or photo of the convoy (if it gets big enough). Still don't have a date set, but it's probably going to be on a Saturday or Sunday in August. Let's get some kind of list started. EDIT!!! How is the 5/6 or 12/13 of August?
EDIT!!!I'm thinking about rerouting again...some guys at m3forum had some problems when they did a similar rally, except they were going a little fast. :bellyroll
So, it should be fine if we all stay under the limit, but is $15 worth 35MPH limits on a great road? I'm currently looking for alternate routes that have higher speed limits, and not as police/ranger ridden as Skyline Drive.
Here's the alternate route. It's a lot shorter, being closer to the original distance of 50 miles. This was made since some of you are concerned with the concentration of officers in Skyline Drive. I'm going to check out this route, to make sure it's clean, and more importantly, enjoyable.
I figure if we use this course, than we can all meet at Tysons Galleria or something, ahead of time, park in the same lot, then go inside to meet everyone, etc. Then we can all rally over there using I-66W, and when it ends, you guys can either take the 50 or 66 back home. Once again, input is highly valued, I'm not the only one going!
For the people who only want to do part of the rally (since it's pretty long, can opt to turn around at either US 55 (John Marshall Highway), or at any junction in Skyline Drive.
List of Things You Should Bring (let me know if I should add anything else):
1. Good mindset, this is not a race
2. Rally Points List/Itinerary/Maps if necessary
3. RF Walkie-Talkie
4. Money
5. Camera/Camcorder
DC Metro Skyline Rally List (as of 10:41AM, July 10, 2006):
1. ShimShimHada
2. orijinal poser (ECE)
3. dougmoney (ECE)
4. sKunkman (ECE)
5. lax01 (ECE)
6. e30 driver (ECE)
7. mdsbrain (ECE)
8. KL2DC (E90post)
9. bavarian19 (E90post)
10. bostoniant (E90post)
11. dubplaya (ECE)
12. chaostheory (ECE)
13. ///2k (bimmerforums)
If I missed anyone, just post and I should get you.
Hey everyone, yesterday I racked up 150 miles going to, running, and coming back from Leeds Manor Road. It's approximately 50 miles from Fairfax, 50 miles to run the course to the end and back, and 50 miles to get back to Fairfax.
The course feels really long, it's about 50 miles (25 to the end reaching US 211 and 25 back to US 50). The segment of US 50W leading up to that course is awesome too; very scenic. I recommend driving economically there, because the twisties will reduce your MPG significantly (provided that you don't shift up, because you prefer the sound of a happy engine).
There are many blind corners and long tunnel-atmosphere sweepers, but the "two-lane road" barely fits two compact sedans, so you have to watch out for oncoming cars. During 7:00PM to 8:00PM, I encounted ZERO cars, so sometimes I forgot it was a two-lane road, since there are no markings to remind you.
I didn't speed, except once for a long sweeper, but then I remembered what happened the last time I did that...also, I never went above the speed limit in some of the residential areas. I wouldn't want to ruin those awesome roads, so the convoy would have to be a cruise. We can still have plenty of fun. The speed limit ranges from 25-45MPH, but most of the people who live there go at least 50 MPH in some sections.
That general area is pretty twisty, since it's in Markham. A lot of vineyards there, and some small towns along the way. I actually found the Naked Mountain Vineyard (their Riesling is delicious). There's also a WEIGHING station on the way there. I was going to weigh my car on the way back, but I had to get home before it got pitch black. In the morning, it's pretty breathtaking, but at night, there is absolutely zero light.
I left at 6:00PM, ran into traffic getting there, but once I was there, I was unencumbered. I arrived back home at around 10:00PM.
So, I'm thinking about a convoy cruise consisting of local DC Metro-ers who enjoy driving on great backroads. Here's the link of an outline of the route:
http://www.motorcycleroads.us/roads/va_lmr.html
I'm not quite sure how to organize everything yet, so I'd like to get all the input I can before making an itinerary. This wouldn't be just a E90post only cruise, I'm thinking about combining the convoy with some people from www.eastcoasteuro.net.
EDIT!!!
Okay guys, I figured since Skyline Drive is only about 10 miles away from the end of the first half Leeds Manor Road, we might as well just alter the route a little. It turns out only the first half is twisty and fun anyway. Here's something I conjured up:
If anyone has suggestions to what we can do to further enhance the experience, please feel free to say so. It would be cool if we could get video or photo of the convoy (if it gets big enough). Still don't have a date set, but it's probably going to be on a Saturday or Sunday in August. Let's get some kind of list started. EDIT!!! How is the 5/6 or 12/13 of August?
EDIT!!!I'm thinking about rerouting again...some guys at m3forum had some problems when they did a similar rally, except they were going a little fast. :bellyroll
So, it should be fine if we all stay under the limit, but is $15 worth 35MPH limits on a great road? I'm currently looking for alternate routes that have higher speed limits, and not as police/ranger ridden as Skyline Drive.
Here's the alternate route. It's a lot shorter, being closer to the original distance of 50 miles. This was made since some of you are concerned with the concentration of officers in Skyline Drive. I'm going to check out this route, to make sure it's clean, and more importantly, enjoyable.
I figure if we use this course, than we can all meet at Tysons Galleria or something, ahead of time, park in the same lot, then go inside to meet everyone, etc. Then we can all rally over there using I-66W, and when it ends, you guys can either take the 50 or 66 back home. Once again, input is highly valued, I'm not the only one going!
For the people who only want to do part of the rally (since it's pretty long, can opt to turn around at either US 55 (John Marshall Highway), or at any junction in Skyline Drive.
List of Things You Should Bring (let me know if I should add anything else):
1. Good mindset, this is not a race
2. Rally Points List/Itinerary/Maps if necessary
3. RF Walkie-Talkie
4. Money
5. Camera/Camcorder
DC Metro Skyline Rally List (as of 10:41AM, July 10, 2006):
1. ShimShimHada
2. orijinal poser (ECE)
3. dougmoney (ECE)
4. sKunkman (ECE)
5. lax01 (ECE)
6. e30 driver (ECE)
7. mdsbrain (ECE)
8. KL2DC (E90post)
9. bavarian19 (E90post)
10. bostoniant (E90post)
11. dubplaya (ECE)
12. chaostheory (ECE)
13. ///2k (bimmerforums)
If I missed anyone, just post and I should get you.
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Hey guys, I don't post much, but I decided to cross-post this idea here. The more, the merrier. Original link: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24053
*LATEST UPDATES IN ORANGE!!!*
Hey everyone, yesterday I racked up 150 miles going to, running, and coming back from Leeds Manor Road. It's approximately 50 miles from Fairfax, 50 miles to run the course to the end and back, and 50 miles to get back to Fairfax.
The course feels really long, it's about 50 miles (25 to the end reaching US 211 and 25 back to US 50). The segment of US 50W leading up to that course is awesome too; very scenic. I recommend driving economically there, because the twisties will reduce your MPG significantly (provided that you don't shift up, because you prefer the sound of a happy engine).
There are many blind corners and long tunnel-atmosphere sweepers, but the "two-lane road" barely fits two compact sedans, so you have to watch out for oncoming cars. During 7:00PM to 8:00PM, I encounted ZERO cars, so sometimes I forgot it was a two-lane road, since there are no markings to remind you.
I didn't speed, except once for a long sweeper, but then I remembered what happened the last time I did that...also, I never went above the speed limit in some of the residential areas. I wouldn't want to ruin those awesome roads, so the convoy would have to be a cruise. We can still have plenty of fun. The speed limit ranges from 25-45MPH, but most of the people who live there go at least 50 MPH in some sections.
That general area is pretty twisty, since it's in Markham. A lot of vineyards there, and some small towns along the way. I actually found the Naked Mountain Vineyard (their Riesling is delicious). There's also a WEIGHING station on the way there. I was going to weigh my car on the way back, but I had to get home before it got pitch black. In the morning, it's pretty breathtaking, but at night, there is absolutely zero light.
I left at 6:00PM, ran into traffic getting there, but once I was there, I was unencumbered. I arrived back home at around 10:00PM.
So, I'm thinking about a convoy cruise consisting of local DC Metro-ers who enjoy driving on great backroads.
If anyone has suggestions to what we can do to further enhance the experience, please feel free to say so. It would be cool if we could get video or photo of the convoy (if it gets big enough).
WEEKEND IS SET AT AUGUST 19/20! I won't be changing the dates anymore. Vote for either Saturday or Sunday guys. Also, no more Skyline Drive. We're using the route listed below.
Here's the alternate route. It's a lot shorter, being closer to the original distance of 50 miles. This was made since some of you are concerned with the concentration of officers in Skyline Drive. I'm going to check out this route, to make sure it's clean, and more importantly, enjoyable.
I figure if we use this course, than we can all meet at Tysons Galleria or something, ahead of time, park in the same lot, then go inside to meet everyone, etc. Then we can all rally over there using I-66W, and when it ends, you guys can either take the 50 or 66 back home. Once again, input is highly valued, I'm not the only one going!
It turns out that Morgans Mill and Ebenezer are dirt/gravel incredibly steep roads...so, unless you guys are up for a REAL rally...
Some 5MPH Shots of Leeds Manor:
List of Things You Should Bring (let me know if I should add anything else):
1. Good mindset, this is not a race
2. Rally Points List/Itinerary/Maps if necessary
3. RF Walkie-Talkie
4. Money
5. Camera/Camcorder
DC Metro Skyline Rally List (as of July 19, 2006):
1. ShimShimHada (E90post) - Sun
2. orijinal poser (ECE) - Sat
3. dougmoney (ECE) - Sat
4. sKunkman (ECE) - Sat
5. lax01 (ECE) - Sun
6. e30 driver (ECE) - Sun
7. mdsbrain (ECE) - Sun
8. KL2DC (E90post) - Sun
9. bostoniant (E90post) - Sun
10. dubplaya (ECE) - Sat
11. chaostheory (ECE) - Sat
12. ///2k (ECE)
13. thd13 (E90post) - Sat
14. cbanegas (M3Forum) - Sat
15. BMWDEMON (ECE) - Sun
16. sixspeedsam (E90post) - Sat
17. Poindexter (E90post) - Sun
18. Porscheboy16 (6speed) - Sat
19. whitlock (6speed) - Sun
20. Gunther (6speed) - Sun
21. blackbenzz (6speed) - Sun
22. p1nk50ck (ECE)
23. David///M (M3Forum) - Sun
24. kobechome (E90post) - Sat
25. Eddie (6speed) - Sun
26. ase2dais (M3Forum) - Sun
27. subframe (E90post) - Sat
28. racerjsz (6speed) - Sun
29. mphillips030 (M3Forum) - Sat
30. mr_bock (m5board) - Sat
Total Votes for Sat: 13
Total Votes for Sun: 15
If I missed anyone, just post and I should get you.
EDIT!!!:Looks like we'll probably split this up into two groups. If that happens, I'll be going on both Saturday and Sunday.
*LATEST UPDATES IN ORANGE!!!*
Hey everyone, yesterday I racked up 150 miles going to, running, and coming back from Leeds Manor Road. It's approximately 50 miles from Fairfax, 50 miles to run the course to the end and back, and 50 miles to get back to Fairfax.
The course feels really long, it's about 50 miles (25 to the end reaching US 211 and 25 back to US 50). The segment of US 50W leading up to that course is awesome too; very scenic. I recommend driving economically there, because the twisties will reduce your MPG significantly (provided that you don't shift up, because you prefer the sound of a happy engine).
There are many blind corners and long tunnel-atmosphere sweepers, but the "two-lane road" barely fits two compact sedans, so you have to watch out for oncoming cars. During 7:00PM to 8:00PM, I encounted ZERO cars, so sometimes I forgot it was a two-lane road, since there are no markings to remind you.
I didn't speed, except once for a long sweeper, but then I remembered what happened the last time I did that...also, I never went above the speed limit in some of the residential areas. I wouldn't want to ruin those awesome roads, so the convoy would have to be a cruise. We can still have plenty of fun. The speed limit ranges from 25-45MPH, but most of the people who live there go at least 50 MPH in some sections.
That general area is pretty twisty, since it's in Markham. A lot of vineyards there, and some small towns along the way. I actually found the Naked Mountain Vineyard (their Riesling is delicious). There's also a WEIGHING station on the way there. I was going to weigh my car on the way back, but I had to get home before it got pitch black. In the morning, it's pretty breathtaking, but at night, there is absolutely zero light.
I left at 6:00PM, ran into traffic getting there, but once I was there, I was unencumbered. I arrived back home at around 10:00PM.
So, I'm thinking about a convoy cruise consisting of local DC Metro-ers who enjoy driving on great backroads.
If anyone has suggestions to what we can do to further enhance the experience, please feel free to say so. It would be cool if we could get video or photo of the convoy (if it gets big enough).
WEEKEND IS SET AT AUGUST 19/20! I won't be changing the dates anymore. Vote for either Saturday or Sunday guys. Also, no more Skyline Drive. We're using the route listed below.
Here's the alternate route. It's a lot shorter, being closer to the original distance of 50 miles. This was made since some of you are concerned with the concentration of officers in Skyline Drive. I'm going to check out this route, to make sure it's clean, and more importantly, enjoyable.
I figure if we use this course, than we can all meet at Tysons Galleria or something, ahead of time, park in the same lot, then go inside to meet everyone, etc. Then we can all rally over there using I-66W, and when it ends, you guys can either take the 50 or 66 back home. Once again, input is highly valued, I'm not the only one going!
It turns out that Morgans Mill and Ebenezer are dirt/gravel incredibly steep roads...so, unless you guys are up for a REAL rally...
Some 5MPH Shots of Leeds Manor:
List of Things You Should Bring (let me know if I should add anything else):
1. Good mindset, this is not a race
2. Rally Points List/Itinerary/Maps if necessary
3. RF Walkie-Talkie
4. Money
5. Camera/Camcorder
DC Metro Skyline Rally List (as of July 19, 2006):
1. ShimShimHada (E90post) - Sun
2. orijinal poser (ECE) - Sat
3. dougmoney (ECE) - Sat
4. sKunkman (ECE) - Sat
5. lax01 (ECE) - Sun
6. e30 driver (ECE) - Sun
7. mdsbrain (ECE) - Sun
8. KL2DC (E90post) - Sun
9. bostoniant (E90post) - Sun
10. dubplaya (ECE) - Sat
11. chaostheory (ECE) - Sat
12. ///2k (ECE)
13. thd13 (E90post) - Sat
14. cbanegas (M3Forum) - Sat
15. BMWDEMON (ECE) - Sun
16. sixspeedsam (E90post) - Sat
17. Poindexter (E90post) - Sun
18. Porscheboy16 (6speed) - Sat
19. whitlock (6speed) - Sun
20. Gunther (6speed) - Sun
21. blackbenzz (6speed) - Sun
22. p1nk50ck (ECE)
23. David///M (M3Forum) - Sun
24. kobechome (E90post) - Sat
25. Eddie (6speed) - Sun
26. ase2dais (M3Forum) - Sun
27. subframe (E90post) - Sat
28. racerjsz (6speed) - Sun
29. mphillips030 (M3Forum) - Sat
30. mr_bock (m5board) - Sat
Total Votes for Sat: 13
Total Votes for Sun: 15
If I missed anyone, just post and I should get you.
EDIT!!!:Looks like we'll probably split this up into two groups. If that happens, I'll be going on both Saturday and Sunday.
Last edited by ShimShimHada; Jul 20, 2006 at 12:40 PM.
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Originally Posted by whitlock
I vote for Sunday, only day I take off work. Can bring some P-cars and Italians then.
Alright, could all of the guys who are interested vote as soon as you can. Thanks a lot.
