October NoVA Event - Skyline Drive

[Xodyaq]

This event is open to everyone, NoVA or otherwise.

We are looking to host a Fun Run down Skyline Drive on a weekend in October. I've looked at a couple possible options, and posted a poll up top to have the group decide on the Saturday we will go.

Here's what the trip will entail.

Meet up at Wal-Mart in Front Royal at 10:00am, gas up locally and proceed to the park entrance. (The drive is 105 miles long, and has a strict 35mph speed limit.)

http://www.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/upload/whole_park.pdf

Travel down Skyline Drive and stop at some of the overlooks and scenic spots at the park. Maybe also get in a group photo. I am thinking that a picnic lunch would be easiest along the route. But am open to suggestions.

After we exit the park at Rockfish Gap, I am thinking that we could roll in to Charlottesville for a group meal there. We've got a lot of options we can consider there. From there, Richmond folks can roll down 64, and Northern folks can roll up 29 to get home.

So, let's discuss the particulars in this thread, the poll to determine the Satruday we go will be open for the next 2 weeks! (You can select more than one if you are flexible on dates.)

[KoRe401]

Hey guys, noob here, interested in this meet for sure!

[Xodyaq]

Hey guys, noob here, interested in this meet for sure!

And you are invited!!! :P

[snoplow]

that i b-a-n-a-nas I am in brother..................................excited about a mountain overlook daytrip sounds like fun :deadhorse:

[Xodyaq]

that i b-a-n-a-nas I am in brother..................................excited about a mountain overlook daytrip sounds like fun :deadhorse:

Looks like we have a frontrunner on the date... That's cool, look forward to seeing you there!:5moped:

[snoplow]

Cool tricks cool tricks................................

[Sc10nyde]

Vote is in, Im down! been off the map. we have begun the biggest part of moving now. woo?

[snoplow]

if you need help holla............

[snoplow]

Well so far as far roll call
1. Snoplow
2. Bird
3. Mike-maybe
4.dylan-maybe[deploying soon]
5. Rob

all xb2 and one tc hahahaha can't wait it will be awesome and very good site seeing...views..

[Xodyaq]

Well so far as far roll call
1. Snoplow
2. Bird
3. Mike-maybe
4.dylan-maybe[deploying soon]
5. Rob

all xb2 and one tc hahahaha can't wait it will be awesome and very good site seeing...views..

I know there are 7 folks who voted, so that means some folks are not on the rollcall. Let's get it going peoples!

[TheOne]

I am interested in going. I use to be a part of NOVA chapter when it was up...now I have moved to central VA. Will def. make the skyline drive trip. I have a 05 XB + RS4 TC (wife)
(http://www.scikotics.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2290519#post2290519)


Well so far as far roll call
1. Snoplow
2. Bird
3. Mike-maybe
4.dylan-maybe[deploying soon]
5. Rob
6. Neal + Hena

[Xodyaq]

Sweet! We'd love to have you!!!


I am interested in going. I use to be a part of NOVA chapter when it was up...now I have moved to central VA. Will def. make the skyline drive trip. I have a 05 XB + RS4 TC (wife) (http://www.scikotics.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2290519#post2290519)
(http://www.scikotics.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2290519#post2290519)


Well so far as far roll call
1. Snoplow
2. Bird
3. Mike-maybe
4.dylan-maybe[deploying soon]
5. Rob
6. Neal + Hena

[snoplow]

sweet I live in colonial heights hit me up we love toasters................jason 8049317045...........

[Xodyaq]

So let's start talking about logistics. I am thinking we may want to have some FRS radios on hand if people own them. As we will be in a national park, cell service may be questionable. (If nothing else, to carry in the front and rear vehicles in the pack.)

Has anyone done the run themselves? Any suggestions for stopping points?

Let's get the discussions going so we cam make this event the best possible!

[snoplow]

dude I am so stoked on this....................good times good picture spots and I have never been there in the park..........packing lunch....ands drinks....got 2 frs radios........doesn't matter as long as we are having fun .

[Xodyaq]

dude I am so stoked on this....................good times good picture spots and I have never been there in the park..........packing lunch....ands drinks....got 2 frs radios........doesn't matter as long as we are having fun .

Very cool. I have an FRS radio that I can carry as well.

[SeanJohn]

I may be considering this, we will see

[pmp tstr]

i shall be there... ill be the one all the way in the back driving like grandma... well not my grand ma she drives like a bat outa hell but a normal grandma :)

Well so far as far roll call
1. Snoplow
2. Bird
3. Mike-maybe
4.dylan-maybe[deploying soon]
5. Rob
6. Neal + Hena
7. wayne

[snoplow]

all xb so far that is sweet..........................:occasion18:

[Xodyaq]

I may be considering this, we will see


Oh no! We have a tC that wants to throw off our fung shui!

Just kidding, we'd love to have you!!! (It's just odd to have mostly toasters this run, usually I'm like the only xB amongst a ton of tC's.)

[Xodyaq]

i shall be there... ill be the one all the way in the back driving like grandma... well not my grand ma she drives like a bat outa hell but a normal grandma :)

I think normal grandmas are a cliche or something. My mom is a 67 year old grandma, and when she isn't driving at warp speed in her Jeep she is driving at warp speed in her Polaris snowmobile or her ATV! (she also kayaks... It really puts me to shame.)

[Xodyaq]

Hello All!

So as I sit in this lovely tropical weather, a thought occurred to me. Do we have a plan if it rains on the 16th? So I wanted to put forward a backup plan in case Mother Nature doesn't agree with us.

What I would propose is having a rain date of 10/23. I am thinking that with the members being spread between Richmond and the North, this would be the best way about handling this, but will that work for everyone? I wanted to see what the consensus was.

[djdropz]

Finally there is something I can roll to!!! I been waiting to meet NOVA SCIKOS! im kinda a noob here also.... so wats the actual date so i can get off of work? i took the drive two months ago and it was rainy and foggy but oh well.... got the pics up on my face book...

ADD ME TO THE ROLL CALL!!!

[SeanJohn]

Still considering this but depends on how if im going to be homeless by then or not. LOW income housing woo hoo

[Xodyaq]

Finally there is something I can roll to!!! I been waiting to meet NOVA SCIKOS! im kinda a noob here also.... so wats the actual date so i can get off of work? i took the drive two months ago and it was rainy and foggy but oh well.... got the pics up on my face book...

ADD ME TO THE ROLL CALL!!!

The actual date as of now is 10/16. Weather permitting.

[Xodyaq]

Still considering this but depends on how if im going to be homeless by then or not. LOW income housing woo hoo

Not good. I hope all works out, It'd be cool to see you there.

[djdropz]

The actual date as of now is 10/16. Weather permitting.

k cool great will see everyone there

[ThisorThatxD]

new to the forum but i registered now to get my name in for this, lol. if this is still on then i'm certainly down for a drive.

[djdropz]

new to the forum but i registered now to get my name in for this, lol. if this is still on then i'm certainly down for a drive.

how long you been in stafford? ive never seen ur ride around stafford...

[Xodyaq]

Skyline Drive Roll Call (I didn't list the "maybe's" So add yourself to the list if you can go!)

1. Jason (Snoplow)
2. Jason (Bird)
3. Rob (Xodyaq) + Family
4. Neal (TheOne) + Hena
5. Wayne (pmptstr)
6. JoJo (djdropz)
7. Chris (ThisorThatxD)
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
12.

[ThisorThatxD]

how long you been in stafford? ive never seen ur ride around stafford...

i just got my xD in july, and just put rims on in sept. i didnt stand out enough i guess, lol. cant say ive seen you either though... im way down 610 next to lake arrowhead. since we both plan on making this drive, care to meet up and group it down there?

[djdropz]

i just got my xD in july, and just put rims on in sept. i didnt stand out enough i guess, lol. cant say ive seen you either though... im way down 610 next to lake arrowhead. since we both plan on making this drive, care to meet up and group it down there?
i also just got mine in july also and all i have are HIDs so far and led tag lights
yeah i live in park ridge... i still need to make an excuse to get off work. but yeah we can ride down together... of course i got 3 kids and my wife comin along also.. lol

[ThisorThatxD]

lol its no problem. need to get me some HIDs too, but i bought some interior LEDs first, and hoping to have them in before the drive. if you can think of a meeting spot to head down, just lemme know.


i also just got mine in july also and all i have are HIDs so far and led tag lights
yeah i live in park ridge... i still need to make an excuse to get off work. but yeah we can ride down together... of course i got 3 kids and my wife comin along also.. lol

[skewlbus]

imma def try to make it out for this if i can does this count as a meeting attended so i can join the VA chapter?

[Xodyaq]

imma def try to make it out for this if i can does this count as a meeting attended so i can join the VA chapter?

Yep yep...

[snoplow]

damn I'm so excited about this............i love my toaster.and waynes bread maker hahahaha

[Xodyaq]

damn I'm so excited about this............i love my toaster.and waynes bread maker hahahaha

Bread maker?! :Hein26:

[pmp tstr]

I am so ready and looking forward to this!!! Im am up in detroit right now an I have seen only 1 scion in 3 days :(.
An all these new recruits are comin out cant wait :)

[pmp tstr]

By the way where are we meeting up for this? And what time?

[Xodyaq]

By the way where are we meeting up for this? And what time?

I'm glad you asked...

We are meeting at the Wal-Mart in Front Royal at 10:30am. Make sure to get gas and bring a bagged lunch.


Here's the location for your GPS's.
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?name=WalMart&city=Front+Royal&state=VA&address=10+Riverton+Commons+Dr&zipcode=22630&country=US&latitude=38.931335&longitude=-78.191475&geocode=ADDRESS&id=44305917

[Xodyaq]

I am so ready and looking forward to this!!! Im am up in detroit right now an I have seen only 1 scion in 3 days :(.
An all these new recruits are comin out cant wait :)

Wha-choo doing in Detroit? Not usually on my list of happy-time vacation locations.

[snoplow]

ok everyone please post an let us know if you can make it so no one is left behind............for everyone who is new this will count as a meeting into becoming a actual member besides a forum holer..............good people good times.......

1. jason -snoplow-xb2
2.rob-xodyaq-+2
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

:Chien02:

[Xodyaq]

ok everyone please post an let us know if you can make it so no one is left behind............for everyone who is new this will count as a meeting into becoming a actual member besides a forum holer..............good people good times.......


:Chien02:

Ummm... We already got one of those going, one page back. No need to confuse everyone with another. But I do think having folks confirming is not a bad idea. :)

Skyline Drive Roll Call

1. Jason (Snoplow)
2. Jason (Bird)
3. Rob (Xodyaq) + Family
4. Neal (TheOne) + Hena
5. Wayne (pmptstr)
6. JoJo (djdropz)
7. Chris (ThisorThatxD)
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
12.

[Xodyaq]

All Don't forget to bring $15 for the admission fee, and a bagged lunch for everyone in your car!


Here's the official road info from the National Park Service:

Note: RVs, camping trailers, and horse trailers are welcome, but be prepared to shift into low gear. Also, be sure you will clear Marys Rock Tunnel (just south of Thornton Gap entrance from Route 211) at 12’8”.



Remember when driving was fun and relaxing? No? Well, believe it or not, your car can be your escape. A slow meander down Skyline Drive will give you a whole new driving experience.

The Skyline Drive runs 105 miles north and south along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Shenandoah National Park and is the only public road through the park. You can enter Shenandoah at four places: Front Royal near Rt. 66 and 340, Thornton Gap at Rt. 211, Swift Run Gap at Rt. 33, and Rockfish Gap at Rt. 64 and Rt. 250 (also the northern entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway). It takes about three hours to travel the entire length of the park on a clear day.

As you travel along Skyline Drive you will notice mileposts on the west side (right side if you are traveling south) of the road. These posts help you find your way through the park and help you locate areas of interest. The mileposts begin with 0.0 at Front Royal and continue to 105 at the southern end of the park. The largest developed area, Big Meadows, is near the center of the park, at milepost 51. All park maps and information use these mileposts as a reference.

The maximum speed limit is 35 mph, so you can roll down your windows, feel the breeze and experience every curve and turn of this beautiful drive. There are 75 overlooks that offer stunning views of the Shenandoah Valley to the west or the rolling piedmont to the east. The park purposely leaves the roadsides unmowed so wildflowers put on a show all year long. In early spring you can see trillium peeking through the grass. June’s display of azaleas is spectacular, and cardinal flower, black-eyed susans, and goldenrod keep the color coming right into fall.
Deer, black bear, wild turkey, and a host of other woodland animals call Shenandoah home and regularly cross Skyline Drive in their daily travels.

Watch carefully for these animals who may dart across your path without warning. At 35 mph, you’ll stand the best chance of a fun and exciting wildlife encounter rather than an unpleasant wildlife experience! If you want a closer look, be sure to pull completely off the Drive and stay in your vehicle. Remember it is unlawful to feed the wildlife.
RVs, camping trailers, and horse trailers are welcome, but be prepared to shift into low gear. Also, be sure you will clear Marys Rock Tunnel (just south of Thornton Gap entrance from Route 211) at 12’8”.

[snoplow]

well bird and I will not be able to attend saturday..............we will be at mcgeorge toyotta with new recruits ............that we have recruited at a scion release of the 2011 scion tc...........manager called me today and would like a full attendance so I want to get a sponsor for us so I said yes I can be there..................any questions call me 8049317045 jason thompson[snoplow]

[Xodyaq]

well bird and I will not be able to attend saturday..............we will be at mcgeorge toyotta with new recruits ............that we have recruited at a scion release of the 2011 scion tc...........manager called me today and would like a full attendance so I want to get a sponsor for us so I said yes I can be there..................any questions call me 8049317045 jason thompson[snoplow]

As McGeorge is way down in Henrico this sounds like an event that will be convenient for folks who are in the Richmond area. Why don't you post up a separate thread and roll call. Make sure to get photos and all, and we can make sure to get new members accounts activated.

As for everyone else, we are still a go! I know we've been planning this for a while, and the weatherman says it will be Sunny and 70!

Here is the updated roster, please confirm if you will still be attending.

1. Rob (Xodyaq) + Family
2. Neal (TheOne) + Hena
3. Wayne (pmptstr)
4. JoJo (djdropz)
5. Chris (ThisorThatxD)
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

[ThisorThatxD]

confirming. been looking forward to this since i signed up, lol.

[pmp tstr]

thats not a bad idea jasons got... after the ride we roll to a scion dealer and check out the new tc...

[Xodyaq]

thats not a bad idea jasons got... after the ride we roll to a scion dealer and check out the new tc...

We can roll over to Brown's in Charlottesville, They have a special event all this weekend, but I am trying to get a foot in the door with them.

Here's the info for the event:
http://www.brownautos.com/tent-event/

I've got some ideas where to put down for food afterwards too. We got a joint called Raising Cain's in town there which is really yummy. It is down the street from Brown's event.

Location: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1805+N.+Emmet+St%2CCharlottesville%2CVA%2C2 2901&hl=en

With the Richmond folks down at McGeorge, I propose we have them roll up 64 at around 3:30 and meet us in Charlottesville for 5pm, we can then roll deep over to the event and make a good impression!!!


Wayne, you down for hitting Miller's next week to show them some love?

[Xodyaq]

Folks, don't forget we are meeting at the Wal-Mart in Front Royal at 10:30am. Send text messages to xodyaq@gmail.com (xodyaq@gmail.com) and they will come to my phone.

[pmp tstr]

im thinking about the miller thing... it depends on 2 issues. 1: i may be in Maine 2: i may not have a license...

[Xodyaq]

im thinking about the miller thing... it depends on 2 issues. 1: i may be in Maine 2: i may not have a license...


Maine?! That's where I am from. You'll have to fill me in later!

As for the license, if that is an obstacle, we have ways to deal with that...

[skewlbus]

i hate work! wish i could be there!

[Xodyaq]

Well despite everything, the Skyline Drive run was a success.

It was an absolutely beautiful day, and the perfect weather to take the drive on. The leaves were vivid with autumn colors, and you could literally see for miles.

We took a ton of photos, so I am posting up some of my favorites here.

We also got to offically welcome our newest member Chris, "ThisorthatxD" to the NoVA Chapter.

Oh yeah, and I had to update my Avatar... :)

Anyways, enough gabbing, on to some pics:

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj107/robhoitt/Skyline%20Drive%202010/PICT0002.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj107/robhoitt/Skyline%20Drive%202010/PICT0001.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj107/robhoitt/Skyline%20Drive%202010/IMG_20101016_115329.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj107/robhoitt/Skyline%20Drive%202010/IMG_20101016_115206.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj107/robhoitt/Skyline%20Drive%202010/IMG_20101016_115145.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj107/robhoitt/Skyline%20Drive%202010/PICT0033.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj107/robhoitt/Skyline%20Drive%202010/PICT0008.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj107/robhoitt/Skyline%20Drive%202010/PICT0020.jpg


Was it a good trip? Ask the kid...
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj107/robhoitt/Skyline%20Drive%202010/1016101113.jpg

By the way... I am officially making a motion to do this ride again next year!

[ThisorThatxD]

firgured i'd add to the pic collection. it really was a great run despite all that happened.

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs444.ash2/71785_1533187842497_1018817214_2315227_7233305_n.j pg


http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs396.ash2/67435_1533191042577_1018817214_2315254_2481395_n.j pg

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs811.snc4/69183_1533193682643_1018817214_2315265_47618_n.jpg

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs096.snc4/36170_1533190482563_1018817214_2315252_7316223_n.j pg

[djdropz]

OMG!!! i missed it cause they didnt let me off of work!!! FML... wish i was there too... so how was it guys?

[Xodyaq]

OMG!!! i missed it cause they didnt let me off of work!!! FML... wish i was there too... so how was it guys?

It was a great run. We had a little mishap along the way, but we saw some beautiful foilage and scenery. Wish you could have been there.

[djdropz]

It was a great run. We had a little mishap along the way, but we saw some beautiful foilage and scenery. Wish you could have been there.

wat happened wat was the mishap?

[Xodyaq]

wat happened wat was the mishap?

Two of us had a little bumper-thumper. That's all.

[skewlbus]

only 3 cars came out?

[ThisorThatxD]

sadly. good part was either way, you got to drive and take pics, lol.

[Xodyaq]

only 3 cars came out?

Yeah, we were going to have more, but one of the dealerships in Richmond asked if we could send some folks to roll in, so we lost a few folks for that. Buuuuuuuuut! We are planning another run next year.

[djdropz]

Yeah, we were going to have more, but one of the dealerships in Richmond asked if we could send some folks to roll in, so we lost a few folks for that. Buuuuuuuuut! We are planning another run next year.
how about a winter cruise also?

[Xodyaq]

how about a winter cruise also?

Down Skyline? Or were you thinking somewhere else?

[djdropz]

Down Skyline? Or were you thinking somewhere else?

somewhere nice it dont matter where it is to me but maybe can we do a sunday? i work 6 days a week and sundays are my only day off. i want to earn one official meet and greet with the crew so i can get my credits with scikos. lol

[Xodyaq]

somewhere nice it dont matter where it is to me but maybe can we do a sunday? i work 6 days a week and sundays are my only day off. i want to earn one official meet and greet with the crew so i can get my credits with scikos. lol

That's not a bad idea, I am a fairly recent transplant to Virginia, so I will open that conversation up to everyone else. Maybe you all can come up with a ride for us to take that will fit the bill, and I will learn more Virginia geography in the process. :P