need advice

[Manteuffel]

Well, the time for the z06fest is finally here, however, I am not sure about what to do yet. Part of me wants to go, but I am also a little overwhelmed/scared by such a long trip and then the fact that I don't know anybody there... I am not sure what to bring with me, aside from the FRS/GMRS radio set to channel 3 and the cameras!! . (BTW, if I go, this will be my 1st time)

I live in St. Louis, so I think it should be around 4 1/2 hours drive to the NCM. I guess its not that bad, considering we are in the US.

I was thinking of this even as a one day deal for me: I leave STL Saturday between 6-7am in the morning, then stay the day over there, meet the other members and then leave, perhaps, around 7-8pm in the afternoon.

Please, any advice will be greatly apreciated. Thanks.

G.

[wallyman424]

4.5 hours a long trip??? jeez someone doesnt like driving trust me, you might not have met anyone from the forum yet, but the transition from internet to real life is actually a pretty smooth one i would definatly go if it were only a 4.5 hour trip.

[Manteuffel]

Originally Posted by wallyman424

4.5 hours a long trip??? jeez someone doesnt like driving trust me, you might not have met anyone from the forum yet, but the transition from internet to real life is actually a pretty smooth one i would definatly go if it were only a 4.5 hour trip.

I am not used to drive for that long, thats all.

[Kens06]

What's the problem, can't get off work to stay a couple days i.e. Fri-Sat??

Ken

[Kens06]

I've got 1300 miles in already and I'm only to the middle of Texas and I'm 53 yrs old!! Get your butt to the fest!!!

Ken

[wallyman424]

Originally Posted by Manteuffel

I am not used to drive for that long, thats all.

it should be said that i commute 1 hour each way (total of 2 hours and 100 miles) each day... so i am alittle biased...

[Jofu]

I, too, would definitely do it if it were only 4-5 hours away... Unfortunately, It's more like 50 hours driving for me

Get there, and hope you enjoy!


Geoff

[slvr02]

My first year to attend, don't know any other people there either, but we're driving 720 miles each way to get there.

Come on, get in the car, point it east, and drive.

[pbadad]

Originally Posted by Manteuffel

Well, the time for the z06fest is finally here, however, I am not sure about what to do yet. Part of me wants to go, but I am also a little overwhelmed/scared by such a long trip and then the fact that I don't know anybody there... I am not sure what to bring with me, aside from the FRS/GMRS radio set to channel 3 and the cameras!! . (BTW, if I go, this will be my 1st time)

I live in St. Louis, so I think it should be around 4 1/2 hours drive to the NCM. I guess its not that bad, considering we are in the US.

I was thinking of this even as a one day deal for me: I leave STL Saturday between 6-7am in the morning, then stay the day over there, meet the other members and then leave, perhaps, around 7-8pm in the afternoon.

Please, any advice will be greatly apreciated. Thanks.

G.

and you wanted advice.........no shortage here !!!!! . ......................jimmy

[blkZ06]

maybe try to hook up with one of the caravans, sounds like you have one lined up...?

you will be SO glad you drove down!!!!

[bbunting]

Originally Posted by slvr02

My first year to attend, don't know any other people there either, but we're driving 720 miles each way to get there.

Come on, get in the car, point it east, and drive.

Same here! Onsite registration starts Thursday morning.

625 miles one way for me. Getting ready for this

[wvphoto]

you dont need to know anyone..
if you can stand...sit.. hold open and drink a beer.. drag race autox
drive thru the country wide open and drink makers mark..
you will fit in..
just watch the red thongs..
hmmmmm

[lasmith2112]

You might as well go being that close and all. You will meet a ton of new people and have a great time. Plus I think mdickie will hunt you down and get after you with a hockey stick if you are on the fence about going.

[MikesZ06]

Manteuffel, don't worry about not knowing anyone. This is a very friendly group and as Mike (wvphoto) says, you will definatley fit in.

Make the trip, bro!!!!

Mike

[Adam Boca]

Nobody knew anyone the first year, but they all met. You will have a blast!

Items still available to register for:

Registration (A must in order to register for the following)
BBQ (13 seats can be sold.)
Banquet (15 seats can be sold.)
Drag Racing

All other activities have been sold out or closed.

Hope to meet you soon!