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[flash]

I know that summer has not even begun yet, but t's time to start planning for the end of summer event. It is a really good one that people tend to need to prep their car for.

I am currently targeting Saturday August 27. This is the last Saturday before Labor Day and school going back in session. I'll confirm this date in a few days when we get some feedback on it.

Once again we will do the Ortega Highway Run. This run is always a blast, and with the newly repaired and paved roads, it should be even more fun. The scenery is amazing, and the roads are twisty. What more could you ask for?

I HIGHLY recommend having a radar detector for this. We tend to move along at a brisk pace, and so you need to be on the lookout for the local constabulary. Co-Pilots are more than welcome, and highly encouraged. This is an open event. Wives and significant others are welcome too.

We will again start at the Coffee and Cars very early. If you haven't done this, it is a MUST SEE. I will arrange for special group parking for our group. Arrive by 6:30 if you want to park with us. Once we all get parked, feel free to wander around and see some of the most amazing cars you will ever see in one place at one time. Bring your camera.

We will then have a brief driver's meeting at our area at 8:15, where I will hand out directions, maps, and all that stuff.

We will be departing there at 8:30 sharp for the run.

As always, there will be a quiz/gimmick test and prizes. Co-pilots make this a whole lot easier, so bring somebody along.

The course will likely be similar to the last 2 years, though I am thinking of doing it backwards to try to avoid traffic, and to throw in a few new twists. That has it's ups and downs, and I haven't decided yet. We will again stop at Starbuck's in Corona at the half way point and gather together, pick up stragglers, grab a drink, and then head on again. There are no other stops planned.

The entire run takes about 3 hours. We should be back at my house about 11:30 or so where we will all go back and I will burn some dead animal flesh for everybody, and open the well stocked fridge in the Garage Mahal.

It's generally quite warm, so dress accordingly. For you cab drivers, I recommend a hat and water be in the car with you. Sunblock isn't a bad idea either.

Everything for the barbecue is provided. All I need is a head count.

For those who might be coming from a distance, I can put a few people up here. Contact me for details.

Who is in?

[Rap]

Bob do folks coming from afar rent cars and where is the nearest airport?

[bva]

27 August works; count me in. as ususal, would like to take you up on the offer of a rack for the night prior...

[flash]

they do

john wayne in santa ana is the nearest airport, and is about 15 minutes away

[94SilverCab]

If you fly into LAX you can rent a Corvette .

Jay

[flash]

brian - you're booked

rap - let me know if you want to do it

i'm really looking forward to this event - always a ton of fun - i haven't been to coffee and cars in quite a while, and i just rode ortega on the bike and had a blast

[bombfactory]

I'll be there Flash. Hopefully I'll have my steering and suspension issues sorted by then!

[flash]

sweet - yeah - we'll figure it out - there's time

[Rap]

Let me look into the logistics. Sounds like fun. Jay you going?

[Rap]

By the way besides Cal. Where exactly is this run for those of us unknowledgeable ones?

[94SilverCab]

Won't be attending this one...just got back from Paso Robles and need to relpenish the $$$ and vaction time.

Jay

[bombfactory]

Re Location - Ortega Highway is off the 5 in south Orange County and cuts through the mountains over to the Lake Elsinore area - 15 Fwy. The loop takes us a bit into Riverside county out behind Corona. Flash may inject some variety into the route this year, but that's basically the area. Cars & Coffee is at the Irvine Spectrum and is awesome if you're any kind of car nut. And we are!

[flash]

yeah - i'm working on changing it up a bit this year - it gives me an excuse to go out and drive the car, which i desperately need to do

rap - as soon as you decide, let me know if you want to stay here, as the rooms here tend to fill up pretty quickly

[Rap]

Bob I am in if it is still ok!

[flash]

yup - you got it - sending you an email

[StephenHallman]

I will be there for the whole event this time. Can't foresee why I wouldn't be able to make it.

[rxter]

in

[bombfactory]

We need more coupes this year! Come on guys, I was the only one last year!

[flash]

pretty sure we have at least 3 of them this year - i'm actually expecting quite the turnout for this - it seems like a good year for most people

[bombfactory]

Glad to hear it Flash. I just removed my front struts to send out for rebuilding, so my suspension will be up to it. Steering rack swap this weekend. I've been on the garage floor a lot lately...