Import Alliance 2009: Midwest Caravan!
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Import Alliance 2009: Midwest Caravan!
God... three years in a row! Who would have guessed it? Either way, it's that time of year again, and we'd better get ready to roll! Below is the layout for the Journey, if you would like to participate/join in, please let me know by posting here. I'll keep a tab of how many people are showing at each checkpoint, so as not to lose anyone.
Here's a fantastic video, edited by one of the guys on the caravan in 2007:
Here's a video of the 2008 meet:
IA '09 will take place on July 25th and 26th, so we will set course the Friday before, aka. July 24th. As we arrive in Nashville we'll part ways to our respective hotels/meeting points, so make sure you are planned ahead of time for the arrival into Nashville. The Nashville Super Speedway is roughly 15 miles South East of downtown Nashville, near Smyrna. So, mark your calenders, tattoo your wrist, and do whatever it takes to make sure you're set to go this time around.
[NOTE: Make sure to look at the times closely. There is a time zone change mid-way through the journey.] (CST = -5 GMT during the Summer)
Import Alliance '09 (Main thread)
Import Alliance '09 (Website)
Previous Caravans!
Import Alliance '08
Import Alliance '07
Entire Journey (automatically set to print):
Checkpoint #1: Highway 94 and College Avenue (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) CHANGED LOCATION!!!: https://honda-tech.com/forums/showpo...&postcount=385
- Arrival Time: 07:00 AM (CST) Friday, July 24th
- Departure Time: 07:30 AM (CST)
We'll be stopping at the WESTERN Park & Ride (opposite side of the highway compared to the Airport).
Wikimapia of area: http://wikimapia.org/#y=429289...h&v=2
Journey Section 1 Directions (automatically set to print):
Checkpoint #2: Highway 65 Rest/Welcome Center (Merrillville, Indiana)
- Arrival Time: 10:30 AM (CST) (11:30 AM EST)
- Departure Time: 11:00 AM (CST) (12:00 PM EST)
We'll be stopping at the Rest/Welcome Center right off of Highway 65, on the WEST side of the Highway.
Wikimapia of area: http://wikimapia.org/#y=411668...h&v=2
Journey Section 2 Directions (automatically set to print):
Checkpoint #3: Chapeze Ln/Welcome Center (Shepherdsville, Kentucky)
- Arrival Time: 03:15 PM (CST) (04:15 PM EST)
- Departure Time: 04:00 PM (CST) (05:00 PM EST)
We'll be stopping at the Rest/Welcome Center right off of Highway 65, on the WEST side of the Highway.
Wikimapia of area: http://wikimapia.org/#y=379464...h&v=2
Journey Section 3 Directions (automatically set to print):
Final Arrive Time at Nashville Super Speedway: 8:00 PM (CST)
PLEASE NOTE: From the experience gained from IA '07 and IA '08, I believe it is safe to assume that these times are fairly accurate (even when dealing with heavy construction). I know that not everyone will be able to pit stop at the same mileage, so feel free to drop off when necessary. I set it with 3 checkpoints for a reason. It gives a chance for those with more thirsty engines, a chance to catch breath and keep up. Feel free to throw in ideas that are worth noting, at me. I'm up for suggestion.
//////: MECHANICAL NOTE ://////
MAKE SURE TO DO ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TO YOUR VEHICLE BEFORE SETTING OFF ON THIS JOURNEY!
Accidents can happen, and being many miles from home can make things quite tricky. So best bet is to prepare for the journey as best as possible.
Roster:
Checkpoint #1:
1. toyomatt84
2. Loco-B
3. dschwantz
4. jdesign
5. k20whitevic
6. superd16girl
7. Turbo_y8
8. modernhonda
9. eK24monster
10. 00b16si (and friends)
11. LilMINIgrl
12. adidas333
13. ejaysix
14. Honda_Fanatic
15. Jorymi
16. Spoolinator
17. TYL3R
18. SLIPSTICK TIPPIN
19.
20.
Checkpoint #2:
1. 1996ctr
2. Capt. Jimbo McSubipants
3. STilynScooby
4. slammed01-es1
5. thorclark
6. Fresh'86
7. VTEC_CHiCK
8. inkedup
9. vsmhatched
10. tofu__
11. honda_racing101
12. Banner
13. tofu__
14.
15.
Checkpoint #3:
1. Silvertc
2. Freaky Zeeky
3. RMXmitch
4. BROK DCK
5. crxrider
6. pornstarcivic
7. cehcivic15
8. EP_R3Dline
9. accord9192
10. ludeking1007
11. brandonEM1
12. manintux
13. mcdizzle
14. 8600RPM
15. 95Sol99civic
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
Last edited by toyomatt84; 07-13-2009 at 09:43 AM.
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Re: Import Alliance 2009: Midwest Caravan!
HOTEL INFO
(Check-in: Friday, July 24th)
(Check-out: Monday, July 27th)
"Premier" Package:
Holiday Inn Suites
826 S Cumberland St., Lebanon, TN, 37087
(615)994-3225
Discount Code: "Import Alliance"
Single King bed rooms: $99.00/night (Instead of $129)
"Economy" Package:
America's Best Value Inn
822 S Cumberland St., Lebanon, TN 37087
(615)449-5781
Discount Code: "Import Alliance"
Double Double bed rooms: $55.00/night (Instead of $72)
(Check-in: Friday, July 24th)
(Check-out: Monday, July 27th)
"Premier" Package:
Holiday Inn Suites
826 S Cumberland St., Lebanon, TN, 37087
(615)994-3225
Discount Code: "Import Alliance"
Single King bed rooms: $99.00/night (Instead of $129)
"Economy" Package:
America's Best Value Inn
822 S Cumberland St., Lebanon, TN 37087
(615)449-5781
Discount Code: "Import Alliance"
Double Double bed rooms: $55.00/night (Instead of $72)
Last edited by toyomatt84; 04-08-2009 at 01:00 PM.
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Re: Import Alliance 2009: Midwest Caravan!
hey matt
i'll be there...
4 years runnin vetern yo
checkpoint 2
i might be in a honda this year too lol
i'll be there...
4 years runnin vetern yo
checkpoint 2
i might be in a honda this year too lol
Last edited by Capt. Jimbo McSubipants; 02-14-2009 at 12:07 AM.
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Re: Import Alliance 2009: Midwest Caravan!
lol ya matt i'm all over that
and i cannot stress enough about the maintenance issue matt posted up top..
accidents happen and its understood...but i think me and matt would like to make it down there one year with zero problems...if you think your car can't make it or there is even a doubt in your mind why chance it...i'm not a mean person and i'll wait for anyone i don't even know or haven't even met but trust me...its not fun...especially in july 100 degree heat
and i cannot stress enough about the maintenance issue matt posted up top..
accidents happen and its understood...but i think me and matt would like to make it down there one year with zero problems...if you think your car can't make it or there is even a doubt in your mind why chance it...i'm not a mean person and i'll wait for anyone i don't even know or haven't even met but trust me...its not fun...especially in july 100 degree heat
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Re: Import Alliance 2009: Midwest Caravan!
lol at maintenance post.....
Didnt even notice it till jim said something.
edit: Im not picking up any extra passengers this year unless i get some ***** out of it..................
last year = epic failure
Didnt even notice it till jim said something.
edit: Im not picking up any extra passengers this year unless i get some ***** out of it..................
last year = epic failure
Last edited by Loco-B; 02-15-2009 at 07:39 AM.