BAC: BBQ & Fun Run May 23rd

[onemph05]

1st Fun Run Of The Summer!

Ok guys, this will be a bbq picnic/slow drive. Its meant for us just to sit, relax and spend some stress free time together. The location is so either Vic and I can grab the picnic spot early in the morning.

The short drive will be a slow relaxing drive via Niles Canyon/Palomares, enjoying the scenery and fresh air. We will regroup at Castro Valley, then head down to Fremont Auto Mall via Freeway (snack/drinks).

Details Regarding Info To Follow
Location: Lake Elizabeth (the same bbq location as BBQ/Fun Run 2)
City: Fremont
Start Time: 10am
Date: May 23rd (maybe May23 to coincide with Cris and Leah visit)

Directions To The Picnic Location and Parking Area
-From 880 North or South
-Exit Stevenson Blvd and head East(Towards The Mountains) into Fremont.
-Keep driving straight on Stevenson Blvd pass the Paseo Padre Pkwy
-Turn Right at the Gallaudet Dr to enter park parking lot. You will see tennis courts and keep driving around the parking lot until you see Corolla's parked.

Add:
2ways required

Attending List/Items Bringing:(food or beverages)
(Note: All BBQ supplies & eating supplies are provided by onemph05 BBQ Kit. This prevents any essential tools to cook and eat with being forgotten.)

No Pork Please Bec. of Some Members
1. onemph05 / marinated meat
2. ofouralstis / item ?
3. blackholephil / item?
4. boredpnoy / item?
5. dabayboy'scorolla / item?
6. meroving1an / broccoli
7. skyline88 / bbq sauce & soda
8. lezerder2291 / chips etc.
9. chopsuey / beer
10. barcode / desert
11. djaft3rb3ats / fried rice
12. kaimino / drinks
(We have enough bringing drinks
)
50/50

1. concept muffler / item?
2. kioshi / item?
3. contraband821 / potato or macaroni salad
4.
5.
6.
7.
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Fun Run Route: (Printed Maps Will Be Provided At The Meet)
-Starting at Gallaudet Dr
-Right on Stevenson Blvd
-Keep Left Heading to Mission Blvd
-Left on Mission Blvd and Keep Right
-Right Niles Canyon Blvd/Rd and Head Straight
-Left Palomares Rd and Head Straight
-Right on Palovaerde Rd.and Head Straight Crossing Under 580
-Stop at Corner/Dirt Side To Regroup
-Enter 580 To Fremont Automall

Photos Last Year
http://img412.imageshack.us/img412/9271/img1517z.jpg

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[onemph05]

Note:
There will be a drivers meeting to go over these rules and discuss route before starting the fun run.

For Those Attending the BBQ Please Read. This is a guideline that is familiar with the old timers, but the 1st time posted on the public forum. I ask everyone new and is planning on attending the caravan to read the guidelines.


Safety Guidelines During Caravans.

Intro
BAC is growing and so are our caravans with the growing number of regulars. Safety when traveling in numbers is priority. The guide I've writen here is through my experience and others.

Benefits Of 2 Way Radios
The greatest thing lacking in the past was, "fast and direct communication with everyone." Urgent alert messages such as: sudden stops, turns, road hazzards or changes in route couldn't be done with cel phones. Increasing the chance of a "domino effect". I ask everyone who participates in caravans to please buy even the simplest 2 way.

The Lead and Back Marker
The Lead and Back Marker are the two most important roles during a caravan, communication between the two are very important.

The Lead:
1. Alerts the group of in coming:
A. Stops
B. Turns
C. Change of Route
D. Hazzards
E. Maintain Safe Speeds

The Middle Man
1. If possible with the assistance of a passenger.
A. Is the Acting Navigator

The Back Marker
3. Updates the Lead of the groups condition:
A. Alerts the Lead to slow down or when to proceed.
B. Alerts of possible dangerous drivers approaching from behind.

Everyone in between will assume roles as the caravan at times breaks into smaller groups due to traffic.

Highway Etiquette

First the lanes: fastest to slowest from left to right.
4 Lane Highway: |1|2|3|4|
3 Lane Highway: |1|2|3|
etc...

When Mergin Into The Highway
The leader upon entering the highway must maintain position and a slightly lower speed for everyone to catch up. The lead must hold their position in a safe lane, that would be lane 3 on a four lane highway or lane 2 on a 3 lane highway. Why?

This prevents dangerous weaving in traffic and panic from falling behind. Especially for those not familar with the route. The Lead shouldn't proceed until the Back Marker(s) gives the okay; then proceed following the speed limit or flow of traffic on the same lane.

Highway Driving
Aside from keeping a safe speed. It is important to keep the passing lanes open. Stay in a single line and not to have individuals blocking other lanes. Unless to take a picture or video, but tuck in immediately. Drivers who become frustrated in seeing caravans blocking traffic, tend to weave and cut people off just to get ahead. Do not tailgate, but leave a resonable amount of room in case cars need to get between and exit.

Safe Cruising
In alot of cruising type of gatherings. The meet point is some distance from the actual start of the route. Often driving through business and residential locations. We need to respect the people who live in these areas by following the speed limit and driving in a calm manner.

The public views groups of imports as racers and reckless drivers. They will call the cops in no time, especially in quiet backroad neighborhoods. Lets keep away from that stereotype and maintain a low profile.


Richard
Onemph05 on behalf of BAC
Comments or Suggestions,PM me.

[onemph05]

Bump and updated

[Kioshi]

I'm gonna try to switch my shift with someone at work, i wanna attend this one so bad~

[contraband831]

put me down as a maybe (I am pretty sure i will attend, but right now I am not 100%), and i will bring a macaroni or potato salad.

[onemph05]

Thread is always updated, so check often even if I don't rarely bump it up...

[JosephDoc]

I'm watching this!!!

[tomato]

Aww, can't make it :cry::cry: will be out of California next week, but it sure looks like fun!


bump. :thumbsup::headbang:

[Kioshi]

how was the fun run guys? sorry couldnt switch shifts with anyone at work...:(

[contraband831]

:laughabove: Come on Kioshi, this is next week, so you can still try to make it :thumbsup:

[onemph05]

Hi guys just bumping and checking for updates here. 1 week left until the the picnic. Questions can be posted here or pm me. Again this meet is a reunion meet with two members of ours, who had moved to Vegas.

Don't forge to bring chairs, umbrella for shade just in case, sun screen, bug spray (maybe?).

[Kioshi]

Ah man, finals weeks is killing me....ok cool, I'll try to swap shifts w/ someone....still...

Hey onemph05, i have work 1:30-10:30 on the 23rd, is there any way i can come for a bit and bounce early.....seeing that its around the Niles back roads a bit, i can cut out early and still make it to work~

[onemph05]

Ah man, finals weeks is killing me....ok cool, I'll try to swap shifts w/ someone....still...

Hey onemph05, i have work 1:30-10:30 on the 23rd, is there any way i can come for a bit and bounce early.....seeing that its around the Niles back roads a bit, i can cut out early and still make it to work~

Yeah, another will be doing the same and can't do the driving portion.

[contraband831]

I'm out, next time fellas

[Kioshi]

SORRY!!!! Woke up late because I got home at 3am from the city Saturday morning...........

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Hope you guys had fun.

[onemph05]

Hope you guys had fun.

Everyone had a great time and will link to photo's once they're posted.

[Kaotic Lazagna]

Sweet. Can't wait to see them. I couldn't go since I still have one more final on Tuesday that I'm studying for.

[onemph05]

Sweet. Can't wait to see them. I couldn't go since I still have one more final on Tuesday that I'm studying for.

We were somewhat discussing the next fun run. Highly likely a South West Bay location, where are last fun run last year was held. We drove on parts of 9 to Skyline then Woodside. We had someone new attend a meet for the 1st time and had a great time. You guys are always invited and will post up the once info on the 2nd fun run is finalized.

Pics haven't been posted yet, but will put the link as soon as possible.

[onemph05]

Pics
http://www.9thgencorolla.com/forum//showthread.php?t=99136