Rhode Island Fun Rally

Rachel · 06-12-2009, 11:40 AM

Rally

We had a good time last time. Didn't know if anyone was interested.

"The Boston Chapter is happy to announce the RI Turf Farm Trot Fun Rally to be held on Saturday July 25, with a starting point at BMW of Newport www.bmwofnewport.com located in Middletown RI at 1215 West Main Rd. (Rt. 114) 02840. BMW of Newport is the Sponsor for this Event. There will be a drivers meeting at 9:30AM sharp and first car off at 10AM. This is a low key, no heavy lifting type of event that should be enjoyed by all those who participate. Limit of two persons per car so there is no unfair advantage. This route has been enhanced by Art & Wendy Frasier and many thanks to them for their help.

The Rally Route will follow the back roads of Middletown, Jamestown, North Kingstown, Exeter, Narragansett and Wakefield. We will pass through Exeter’s Turf Farm area and will enjoy scenic back roads and pastoral settings.

Prizes will be awarded to the top three places. The Rally Meisters decision is final. We will end the Rally near a Restaurant to be announced at the Drivers Meeting, so everyone can have lunch while we score the answer sheets and announce the winners.

Cost for this event is $15.00 per car (two people per car please). To participate in this event, register for the Fun Rally on the Chapter website www.boston-bmwcca.org and you will be paying for this event using PayPal. Please bring a copy of your PayPal receipt to avoid any confusion about payment. If you need to cancel you must do so by Saturday, July 18th in order to receive a refund."
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bimmer74 · 06-13-2009, 02:25 PM

I might be interested. How does the rally work exactly? You get a map with a number of check points and then youdrive? Can you use GPS or paper maps only?

Robo Squirrel · 06-15-2009, 07:33 AM

sounds fun!

Rachel · 06-15-2009, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by bimmer74

I might be interested. How does the rally work exactly? You get a map with a number of check points and then youdrive? Can you use GPS or paper maps only?

um. Well, at the last one, they gave us couple pages with clues and directions, for example,
"What is the famous activity done here?___________"
Take a left. (which would bring you to the battle green)
"What year was the battle of lexington?______________"

So, technically no maps were required. Don't know if this is the same format. But I imagine so.

amybang · 06-16-2009, 10:35 AM

I think I can do this. Who wants to ride in Orca? We could put the top down to see clues better!

amy!

and 1 · 06-16-2009, 12:15 PM

a note to any potential rally drivers

the event last year had a colonial theme, so it was based around concord/lexington. it was a different type of event than what i had been used to. i'm not used to having to think so much while driving! but it was a blast. if you're going to be the passenger, make sure you can handle a little bit of reading in the car.

baker and i won last year and we're going for a repeat, so bring your A game!

Rossmar · 06-16-2009, 12:48 PM

I'm going to pencil it into my calendar. I'm supposed to be heading to FL for training the next day, but last year's was a blast.

There's a lot of emphasis on "time doesn't count" but that didn't stop a friendly competition between the Montego 1s.

amybang · 07-19-2009, 10:09 PM

Hey - is anyone besides Rachel and Mike going? I'm thinking about going, I have a friend or two I'm trying to rustle up as a partner. Does the car you drive have to be a BMW?

amy!

Rachel · 07-19-2009, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by amybang

Hey - is anyone besides Rachel and Mike going? I'm thinking about going, I have a friend or two I'm trying to rustle up as a partner. Does the car you drive have to be a BMW?

amy!

There's some other Bimmer (non-1's) I know who are going. No it doesn't have to be a BMW. You're all ready registered, right?

amybang · 07-20-2009, 10:05 AM

I didn't want to register until I found a passenger!

Give me a couple more days!

amy!

Robo Squirrel · 07-20-2009, 11:48 AM

i need a passenger too

xantdieselx · 07-20-2009, 07:37 PM

I'll be there. My neighbors got an e46 m3. I told him we'd flip a coing to see who drives. See you all there.

and 1 · 07-21-2009, 01:07 PM

there we go! i was hoping me n baker would have some competition

amybang · 07-21-2009, 01:13 PM

Damn! I want a passenger! Saturday is looking like it might be sunny too - top down!

amy!

Rachel · 07-21-2009, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amybang

Damn! I want a passenger! Saturday is looking like it might be sunny too - top down!

amy!

Why don't you and RoboSquirrel ride together, since you both need passengers?

Bdh821 · 07-21-2009, 09:22 PM

I wont be able to make it due to work

Robo Squirrel · 07-22-2009, 01:41 PM

i am offically signed up

Rachel · 07-22-2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Bdh821

I wont be able to make it due to work

You work on the weekends now? New job?

amybang · 07-24-2009, 02:48 PM

Okay, the last person I asked to be my passenger invited me to something else tomorrow. Seeing as I also have to walk 12 miles, it's probably best to stay local. So I'm missing this one. Maybe next time.

amy!

Rachel · 07-26-2009, 04:17 PM

Nice to see xantdieselx and Robosquirrel out there. Congrats to RoboSquirrel for his 3rd place victory!

xantdieselx · 07-26-2009, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rachel

Nice to see xantdieselx and Robosquirrel out there. Congrats to RoboSquirrel for his 3rd place victory!

It was nice to meet you and Robosquirrel, Rachel. I will definitely plan on attending the next event...whatever that may be. I had a good time yesterday...even if we did get lost for a bit.

Robo Squirrel · 07-27-2009, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rachel

Nice to see xantdieselx and Robosquirrel out there. Congrats to RoboSquirrel for his 3rd place victory!

thanks! i drove fast, lol

Quote:

Originally Posted by xantdieselx

It was nice to meet you and Robosquirrel, Rachel. I will definitely plan on attending the next event...whatever that may be. I had a good time yesterday...even if we did get lost for a bit.

nice to meet u too dude, we will have to have a BBQ meet or something one of these weekends.

06-12-2009, 11:40 AM	#1
Rachel Dangerous Curves 98 Rep 1,148 Posts Drives: better than the boys ;) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Shirley, MA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 Ducati 848EVO [0.00] 2008 135i [0.00]	Rhode Island Fun Rally Rally We had a good time last time. Didn't know if anyone was interested. "The Boston Chapter is happy to announce the RI Turf Farm Trot Fun Rally to be held on Saturday July 25, with a starting point at BMW of Newport www.bmwofnewport.com located in Middletown RI at 1215 West Main Rd. (Rt. 114) 02840. BMW of Newport is the Sponsor for this Event. There will be a drivers meeting at 9:30AM sharp and first car off at 10AM. This is a low key, no heavy lifting type of event that should be enjoyed by all those who participate. Limit of two persons per car so there is no unfair advantage. This route has been enhanced by Art & Wendy Frasier and many thanks to them for their help. The Rally Route will follow the back roads of Middletown, Jamestown, North Kingstown, Exeter, Narragansett and Wakefield. We will pass through Exeter’s Turf Farm area and will enjoy scenic back roads and pastoral settings. Prizes will be awarded to the top three places. The Rally Meisters decision is final. We will end the Rally near a Restaurant to be announced at the Drivers Meeting, so everyone can have lunch while we score the answer sheets and announce the winners. Cost for this event is $15.00 per car (two people per car please). To participate in this event, register for the Fun Rally on the Chapter website www.boston-bmwcca.org and you will be paying for this event using PayPal. Please bring a copy of your PayPal receipt to avoid any confusion about payment. If you need to cancel you must do so by Saturday, July 18th in order to receive a refund." __________________ __________________
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06-13-2009, 02:25 PM	#2
bimmer74 Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 212 Posts Drives: 2011 335i xDrive Sedan Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	I might be interested. How does the rally work exactly? You get a map with a number of check points and then youdrive? Can you use GPS or paper maps only?
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06-15-2009, 07:33 AM	#3
Robo Squirrel Major 70 Rep 1,008 Posts Drives: 991.2 GT3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: MI iTrader: (1)	sounds fun! __________________
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06-16-2009, 10:35 AM	#5
amybang ... and Orca too! 29 Rep 845 Posts Drives: 128i Convertible (AW/CR) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Belmont, MA iTrader: (0)	I think I can do this. Who wants to ride in Orca? We could put the top down to see clues better! amy!
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06-16-2009, 12:15 PM	#6
and 1 winter mode 62 Rep 2,057 Posts Drives: 08 135i, 88 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Somerville, MA iTrader: (0) Garage List 1988 BMW M3 [0.00] 2008 135i [7.50]	a note to any potential rally drivers the event last year had a colonial theme, so it was based around concord/lexington. it was a different type of event than what i had been used to. i'm not used to having to think so much while driving! but it was a blast. if you're going to be the passenger, make sure you can handle a little bit of reading in the car. baker and i won last year and we're going for a repeat, so bring your A game! __________________ 88 M3: BMWCCA J Sport 08 135: because streetcar
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06-16-2009, 12:48 PM	#7
Rossmar Private 0 Rep 85 Posts Drives: 128i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Shrewsbury, MA iTrader: (0)	I'm going to pencil it into my calendar. I'm supposed to be heading to FL for training the next day, but last year's was a blast. There's a lot of emphasis on "time doesn't count" but that didn't stop a friendly competition between the Montego 1s. __________________ Surviving in my 08 Montego 128i
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07-19-2009, 10:09 PM	#8
amybang ... and Orca too! 29 Rep 845 Posts Drives: 128i Convertible (AW/CR) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Belmont, MA iTrader: (0)	Hey - is anyone besides Rachel and Mike going? I'm thinking about going, I have a friend or two I'm trying to rustle up as a partner. Does the car you drive have to be a BMW? amy!
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07-20-2009, 10:05 AM	#10
amybang ... and Orca too! 29 Rep 845 Posts Drives: 128i Convertible (AW/CR) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Belmont, MA iTrader: (0)	I didn't want to register until I found a passenger! Give me a couple more days! amy!
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07-20-2009, 11:48 AM	#11
Robo Squirrel Major 70 Rep 1,008 Posts Drives: 991.2 GT3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: MI iTrader: (1)	i need a passenger too __________________
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07-20-2009, 07:37 PM	#12
xantdieselx Kingslayer 411 Rep 1,479 Posts Drives: 23' M3 Base Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: SWFL iTrader: (0)	I'll be there. My neighbors got an e46 m3. I told him we'd flip a coing to see who drives. See you all there. __________________ Previous Cars: 2008' 135i, 2010' 328i, 2013' 328i, 2016' M235i, 2017' X1, 2019' M240i Current Cars: 2019' X3, 2021' M3 Comp
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07-21-2009, 01:07 PM	#13
and 1 winter mode 62 Rep 2,057 Posts Drives: 08 135i, 88 M3 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Somerville, MA iTrader: (0) Garage List 1988 BMW M3 [0.00] 2008 135i [7.50]	there we go! i was hoping me n baker would have some competition __________________ 88 M3: BMWCCA J Sport 08 135: because streetcar
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07-21-2009, 01:13 PM	#14
amybang ... and Orca too! 29 Rep 845 Posts Drives: 128i Convertible (AW/CR) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Belmont, MA iTrader: (0)	Damn! I want a passenger! Saturday is looking like it might be sunny too - top down! amy!
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07-21-2009, 09:22 PM	#16
Bdh821 Major 44 Rep 1,265 Posts Drives: 2021 M550i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: MA iTrader: (3)	I wont be able to make it due to work
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07-22-2009, 01:41 PM	#17
Robo Squirrel Major 70 Rep 1,008 Posts Drives: 991.2 GT3 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: MI iTrader: (1)	i am offically signed up __________________
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amybang ... and Orca too! 29 Rep 845 Posts Drives: 128i Convertible (AW/CR) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Belmont, MA iTrader: (0)	Okay, the last person I asked to be my passenger invited me to something else tomorrow. Seeing as I also have to walk 12 miles, it's probably best to stay local. So I'm missing this one. Maybe next time. amy!
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Rachel Dangerous Curves 98 Rep 1,148 Posts Drives: better than the boys ;) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Shirley, MA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 Ducati 848EVO [0.00] 2008 135i [0.00]	Nice to see xantdieselx and Robosquirrel out there. Congrats to RoboSquirrel for his 3rd place victory! __________________
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