10th Anniversary RBR 2009 Stage 7 - Page 3

The Yellow Peril · 17th May 2009, 20:48

Does a relay have to be continuous to count as a relay? If we do away with the night time stretches, we would have to significantly shorten the route. My feelings are lets see how things go for a few more days, and perhaps make a decision later in the week on times etc.

Andrew

Tam · 17th May 2009, 21:20

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Originally Posted by scooterchick

Hi Tam,

If we change the route, it's not decided yet, but if we do, could you do Perth - Edinburgh?

HI Anna .Yes anything in this area is fine for me , i will just fit in wherever needed . Just glad to help out .

derekosb · 18th May 2009, 20:32

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Originally Posted by The Yellow Peril

Some preliminary timings
Stage 6 - Chester to Glasgow - 229 miles - 5.5 hours 2.00 pm - 7.30 pm (Sat 20th)
Stage 7 - Glasgow to Edinburgh - 403 miles - 10.0 hours 7.30 pm - 5.30 am (21st)

Stage 8 - Edinburgh to Boston - 274 miles - 8.0 hours 5.30 am - 1.30 pm (21st)

2230 miles - 55 hours = 40mph average speed

Having written this down, I'm getting very nervous.
Some very unsocialble hours - especially for Devon and Cornwall and Scotland. Plus I was hoping to get the time down to 48 hours, so this may well influence Stage route plans.

Original proposal was Glasgow - Fort William - Inverness - Aberdeen - Dundee - Edinburgh

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Originally Posted by scooterchick

My Suggestion:

Glasgow 19:30 - Crianlarich 21:15 (57 miles)
Crianlarich 21:30 - Fort William 23:00 (52 miles)
Fort William 23:15 - Dalwhinnie 01:00 (45 miles)
Dalwhinnie 01:15 - Perth 03:15 (57 miles)
Perth 03:30 - Edinburgh 04:30 (43 miles)

I think this looks much more manageable although still some hairy roads through the night.

This is how it looks on a map:

I am certainly happy to do some mileage up to Fort William or if necessary cut across coutry to pick up an early run down from Perth.

So far we have:

DerekOsb
Scooterchick
Three Sisters
Tammyboy

as definites.

Possibles so far:

pab

Any other volunteers out there?

Regards

Derek

Merl · 18th May 2009, 20:34

Well I have been released from Stage 6 to travel up if you need help...

derekosb · 18th May 2009, 20:55

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Originally Posted by Merl

Well I have been released from Stage 6 to travel up if you need help...

Thanks Merl and your offer is noted.

Which brings me to my next point: Anna (Scooterchick) your PM box is full.

Derek

lady zed · 18th May 2009, 22:32

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Originally Posted by derekosb

Thanks Merl and your offer is noted.

Which brings me to my next point: Anna (Scooterchick) your PM box is full.

Derek

Not anymore

The Yellow Peril · 20th May 2009, 19:38

Please use the following script for any press releases you issue in relation to this event

Happy Birthday Rover 75: Owners Club stage 10th Anniversary Round Britain Relay

In 1999 the Rover 75 was launched to an expectant UK car buying public, eager to see the car that Rover described as “the car we had to make”.

10 Years on, the marque has all but disappeared, however, a growing number of enthusiasts assembled under the banner of the Rover 75 & ZT Owners Club®, are determined to ensure that this formidable modern classic is preserved and promoted for future generations to appreciate and enjoy.

Members of the Owners Club are staging a Round Britain Relay to commemorate and celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Rover 75. The event, which will cover over 2000 miles in 48 hours will start from the former Rover factory at Cowley, at 6.00 pm on 19th June and traverse the UK in 11 stages, finishing at the former MG Rover Group Ltd Longbridge plant, the home of the Rover 75 and MG ZT until the company closed in April 2005

The stages are split in to sections and participating drivers will use the Owners Club mascot “Fred the Ted” as the relay’s “Baton”. Progress will be monitored in real-time using GPRS/GPS technology and be visible on the Owners Club web site.

“Our aims are to promote the 75 & ZT Owners Club, raise awareness of two great British cars and have a lot of fun doing it”, says Andrew Garcarz, the Event Organiser.

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Yellow Peril

lady zed · 21st May 2009, 07:00

Glasgow 19:30 - Crianlarich 21:15 (57 miles) Scooterchick
Crianlarich 21:30 - Fort William 23:00 (52 miles)
Fort William 23:15 - Dalwhinnie 01:00 (45 miles)
Dalwhinnie 01:15 - Perth 03:15 (57 miles)
Perth 03:30 - Edinburgh 04:30 (43 miles)

OK, seeing as no-one else has (don't say I didn't give you a chance) I bagsy the first leg

In saying that the stage 6 guys are bascially doing it in convoy so if anyone else wants to join in feel free! I haven't made my mind up whether I could continue to Fort William and then drive home again, would be a hell of a drive.

Anyway, get yer names doon privisionally and we can sort it out at thirlstane.

derekosb · 21st May 2009, 08:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by scooterchick

Glasgow 19:30 - Crianlarich 21:15 (57 miles) Scooterchick & Derekosb
Crianlarich 21:30 - Fort William 23:00 (52 miles) Derekosb
Fort William 23:15 - Dalwhinnie 01:00 (45 miles)
Dalwhinnie 01:15 - Perth 03:15 (57 miles)
Perth 03:30 - Edinburgh 04:30 (43 miles)

Well, seeing as I have to get to Crianlarich I may as well join you and we can do a convoy to Crianlarich and I will take it on to Fort William.

Who can meet up at Fort William?

Derek

Tam · 21st May 2009, 23:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by scooterchick

Glasgow 19:30 - Crianlarich 21:15 (57 miles) Scooterchick
Crianlarich 21:30 - Fort William 23:00 (52 miles)
Fort William 23:15 - Dalwhinnie 01:00 (45 miles)
Dalwhinnie 01:15 - Perth 03:15 (57 miles)
Perth 03:30 - Edinburgh 04:30 (43 miles)

OK, seeing as no-one else has (don't say I didn't give you a chance) I bagsy the first leg

In saying that the stage 6 guys are bascially doing it in convoy so if anyone else wants to join in feel free! I haven't made my mind up whether I could continue to Fort William and then drive home again, would be a hell of a drive.

Anyway, get yer names doon privisionally and we can sort it out at thirlstane.

Well provisionally put myself down for Perth to Edinburgh , which is my ideal run but i could be a bit more flexible if required .

17th May 2009, 20:48	#21
The Yellow Peril Posted a thing or two Primrose Yellow 75 V6 Conn SE Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Hoar Cross, Staffordshire Posts: 1,174 Thanks: 23 Thanked 49 Times in 11 Posts	Does a relay have to be continuous to count as a relay? If we do away with the night time stretches, we would have to significantly shorten the route. My feelings are lets see how things go for a few more days, and perhaps make a decision later in the week on times etc. Andrew __________________ The Yellow Peril. Connesseur SE 2.5V6 Petrol Auto. Lovingly cared for, since 2000

20th May 2009, 19:38	#27
The Yellow Peril Posted a thing or two Primrose Yellow 75 V6 Conn SE Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Hoar Cross, Staffordshire Posts: 1,174 Thanks: 23 Thanked 49 Times in 11 Posts	RBR Press Release Please use the following script for any press releases you issue in relation to this event Happy Birthday Rover 75: Owners Club stage 10th Anniversary Round Britain Relay In 1999 the Rover 75 was launched to an expectant UK car buying public, eager to see the car that Rover described as “the car we had to make”. 10 Years on, the marque has all but disappeared, however, a growing number of enthusiasts assembled under the banner of the Rover 75 & ZT Owners Club®, are determined to ensure that this formidable modern classic is preserved and promoted for future generations to appreciate and enjoy. Members of the Owners Club are staging a Round Britain Relay to commemorate and celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Rover 75. The event, which will cover over 2000 miles in 48 hours will start from the former Rover factory at Cowley, at 6.00 pm on 19th June and traverse the UK in 11 stages, finishing at the former MG Rover Group Ltd Longbridge plant, the home of the Rover 75 and MG ZT until the company closed in April 2005 The stages are split in to sections and participating drivers will use the Owners Club mascot “Fred the Ted” as the relay’s “Baton”. Progress will be monitored in real-time using GPRS/GPS technology and be visible on the Owners Club web site. “Our aims are to promote the 75 & ZT Owners Club, raise awareness of two great British cars and have a lot of fun doing it”, says Andrew Garcarz, the Event Organiser. --------- Yellow Peril __________________ The Yellow Peril. Connesseur SE 2.5V6 Petrol Auto. Lovingly cared for, since 2000 Last edited by The Yellow Peril; 20th May 2009 at 21:49..

21st May 2009, 07:00	#28
lady zed This is my second home Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: On the edge Posts: 6,659 Thanks: 1,354 Thanked 1,210 Times in 716 Posts	Glasgow 19:30 - Crianlarich 21:15 (57 miles) Scooterchick Crianlarich 21:30 - Fort William 23:00 (52 miles) Fort William 23:15 - Dalwhinnie 01:00 (45 miles) Dalwhinnie 01:15 - Perth 03:15 (57 miles) Perth 03:30 - Edinburgh 04:30 (43 miles) OK, seeing as no-one else has (don't say I didn't give you a chance) I bagsy the first leg In saying that the stage 6 guys are bascially doing it in convoy so if anyone else wants to join in feel free! I haven't made my mind up whether I could continue to Fort William and then drive home again, would be a hell of a drive. Anyway, get yer names doon privisionally and we can sort it out at thirlstane. __________________ it's all about the first person you want to tell good news to

18th May 2009, 20:34	#24
Merl Avid contributor MG ZT260 SE + Rover 75 Connoisseur SE Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: South Cheshire Posts: 221 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Well I have been released from Stage 6 to travel up if you need help...