[VIC] Spurs Run

s4008616 · 10-16-2011, 08:03 PM

Are the 3 series welcome too?

If yes, would suggest posting in the 3 series and the M3 page, I am sure it will generate more interest.

vans · 10-17-2011, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by jksgoh

would love to come along,
i'll prob be hanging around the back in my all show and no go (and slower driver) 125i, if you guys dont mind

Get Dave to come along!!

stylish. · 10-17-2011, 04:38 AM

Of course 3 series are welcome to play! The more the merrier I guess. I'll post the details =)

stylish. · 10-17-2011, 04:52 AM

Cozza, are you keen in taking some snaps again?

AussieAlf · 10-18-2011, 04:44 AM

Intend to be there, other obligations notwithstanding.

Cheers,
Alf

cozza · 10-18-2011, 06:00 PM

I'll already be in Healesville as I'm treating the girlfriend to a weekend away. Hoping to sort her out with a spa treatment or something on Sunday morning so I can join you lot.

What's your planned route from Glen Waverley? What time do you reckon you'll be coming through Healesville?

stylish. · 10-19-2011, 06:39 PM

We're planning to approach Reefton from Warburton, so we won't reach Healesville until after Reefton and Marysville, as we are coming from the other side.

Hope weather is good on the 30th... We've got 9 confirmed =)

cozza · 10-19-2011, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by stylish.

We're planning to approach Reefton from Warburton, so we won't reach Healesville until after Reefton and Marysville, as we are coming from the other side.

Hope weather is good on the 30th... We've got 9 confirmed =)

No dramas. I can meet up with you lot in Warburton and join the cruise from there. I'm guessing you'll pass through at around 11am if you're taking this route?

I'll leave from Narbethong at around 10:25am and can wait in the carpark here until you pass through, and then we can head onto Reefton Spur.

The weather should be fine, if this is anything to go by.

Any yes, I'll have 3 cameras on board - 5D, 7D and FlipHD. The Flip will capture video from a mount on/in my car (or one of yours when I'd like to capture myself!), 5D mounted inside the car (also video) and the 7D I'll use for stills.

timbo_3101 · 10-19-2011, 10:27 PM

Glad the Golf R can make it, but ummm 3 cameras ... arrr what's going on?

If we really need documentation/evidence, Victoria Police should have this covered.

'fatboy' · 10-20-2011, 01:01 AM

I'll bring my GO PRO HD along for some vids... hopefully not for police evidence.

Happy to provide the vids to someone who knows how to edit etc... I'm yet to work that part out.

cozza · 10-20-2011, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by timbo_3101

Glad the Golf R can make it, but ummm 3 cameras ... arrr what's going on?

If we really need documentation/evidence, Victoria Police should have this covered.

I like to take video and then put a soundtrack to it - no evidence of anything dude, we're simply going for a Sunday drive...

Big Pappy · 10-21-2011, 02:07 AM

Hi Guys,

I just thought I would lend a piece of advice for those attending this run through the spur.. DO NOT SPEED! even through the tight twisties.

I have heard lately that police officers are dressing in camouflage, setting themeslves in the bushes through the twisties with a seat and a camera, and detecting unsuspecting motorists. Then they radio ahead to a colleage who is stationed further up the road, your license a vehicle details. In turn this colleage has your details and is ready to pull you over for speeding through the twisties.

I am sure some of you may already know this, however I just thought id bring it up for those who may not know.

I may not be able to make it myself, however have a great drive to those who do make it.

stylish. · 10-21-2011, 03:01 AM

Thanks for the heads up! Is this through black spur in particular? I don't think there is much room for them to camp in reefton spur?

timbo_3101 · 10-21-2011, 06:06 AM

Nice vid, Cozza. Very nice.
Didn't see any coppers camping amongst the trees either!

stylish. · 10-21-2011, 11:25 PM

Sure Cozza, we can meet at that car park you specified =)

I'd estimate we would arrive at Warburton around 11ish

cozza · 10-22-2011, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by stylish.

Sure Cozza, we can meet at that car park you specified =)

I'd estimate we would arrive at Warburton around 11ish

Sweet.

CrustyNoodle · 10-22-2011, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Pappy

Hi Guys,

I just thought I would lend a piece of advice for those attending this run through the spur.. DO NOT SPEED! even through the tight twisties.

I have heard lately that police officers are dressing in camouflage, setting themeslves in the bushes through the twisties with a seat and a camera, and detecting unsuspecting motorists. Then they radio ahead to a colleage who is stationed further up the road, your license a vehicle details. In turn this colleage has your details and is ready to pull you over for speeding through the twisties.

I am sure some of you may already know this, however I just thought id bring it up for those who may not know.

I may not be able to make it myself, however have a great drive to those who do make it.

You make some very good points...

Maybe in future we should just call for interest in a drive and agree on a starting location but not actually reveal the destination and route until we get to the starting location - that way we won't be giving any potential speed cameras a heads up.

CrustyNoodle · 10-22-2011, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by cozza

I like to take video and then put a soundtrack to it - no evidence of anything dude, we're simply going for a Sunday drive...

Nice video Cozza! What's the music you've got on there - I like it!

cozza · 10-23-2011, 05:30 PM

Guys, the purpose of the drive day is not to break road rules and treat public roads like a race track. It's an opportunity to enjoy our cars on some nice mountain roads and get a bit of country air.

The speed limits on the roads we'll be taking are high enough to have a bit of fun without getting into trouble and risking lives.

cozza · 10-23-2011, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by CrustyNoodle

Nice video Cozza! What's the music you've got on there - I like it!

Thanks mate. The opening track is Angel by Massive Attack. 2nd track is called In White Rooms by Booka Shade.

stylish. · 10-23-2011, 06:19 PM

Well said Cozza. The main purpose for this outing is to have a bit of a spirited drive with fellow 1addicts from Vic.

Big Pappy · 10-23-2011, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by cozza

Guys, the purpose of the drive day is not to break road rules and treat public roads like a race track. It's an opportunity to enjoy our cars on some nice mountain roads and get a bit of country air.

The speed limits on the roads we'll be taking are high enough to have a bit of fun without getting into trouble and risking lives.

Guys my intensions were not to try and put a downer on this drive day, it was to simply just remind/inform people that there has been a pretty heavy crack down lately around those areas. I know the intention is to have a happy safe drive, howver I am sure we all know deep down that things can get a bit too spirited at times.

And yes, what concerns me the most is that I have heard that even the tightest of sections.. (wont mention) arent completly safe from detection any more.

View Poll Results: I would prefer to raid Reefton Spur on the weekend of:
5th or 6th of November 2011	5	55.56%
12th or 13th of November 2011	1	11.11%
19th or 20th of November 2011	1	11.11%
26th or 27th of November 2011	2	22.22%
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10-16-2011, 08:03 PM	#23
s4008616 Private First Class 19 Rep 193 Posts Drives: 991 Carrera S Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Are the 3 series welcome too? If yes, would suggest posting in the 3 series and the M3 page, I am sure it will generate more interest. __________________ Mini R56 JCW 2013 Porsche 991 Carrera S 2015 BMW F15 X5 xdrive30d 2016 BMW E92 335i 2008 (SOLD)
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10-17-2011, 04:38 AM	#25
stylish. Easily bored... 9 Rep 198 Posts Drives: 135i N55 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Of course 3 series are welcome to play! The more the merrier I guess. I'll post the details =)
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10-17-2011, 04:52 AM	#26
stylish. Easily bored... 9 Rep 198 Posts Drives: 135i N55 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Cozza, are you keen in taking some snaps again?
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10-18-2011, 04:44 AM	#27
AussieAlf Private First Class 5 Rep 178 Posts Drives: LMB 123d MT Vert Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Frankston, Vic, Australia iTrader: (0)	Intend to be there, other obligations notwithstanding. Cheers, Alf __________________ No longer waiting for LMB 123d Vert
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10-18-2011, 06:00 PM	#28
cozza ///Mthusiast 136 Rep 1,751 Posts Drives: M135i (March delivery) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	I'll already be in Healesville as I'm treating the girlfriend to a weekend away. Hoping to sort her out with a spa treatment or something on Sunday morning so I can join you lot. What's your planned route from Glen Waverley? What time do you reckon you'll be coming through Healesville? __________________ ///M135i: AUTO \| ALPINE WHITE \| CORAL RED LEATHER \| HEATED SEATS \| SUNROOF \| NAV \| DAB TUNER \| HARMAN KARDON \| PERFORMANCE BITS 'N' PIECES
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10-19-2011, 06:39 PM	#29
stylish. Easily bored... 9 Rep 198 Posts Drives: 135i N55 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	We're planning to approach Reefton from Warburton, so we won't reach Healesville until after Reefton and Marysville, as we are coming from the other side. Hope weather is good on the 30th... We've got 9 confirmed =)
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10-19-2011, 10:27 PM	#31
timbo_3101 Lieutenant 18 Rep 442 Posts Drives: Slow Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Glad the Golf R can make it, but ummm 3 cameras ... arrr what's going on? If we really need documentation/evidence, Victoria Police should have this covered.
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10-20-2011, 01:01 AM	#32
'fatboy' Second Lieutenant 12 Rep 283 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	I'll bring my GO PRO HD along for some vids... hopefully not for police evidence. Happy to provide the vids to someone who knows how to edit etc... I'm yet to work that part out.
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10-21-2011, 02:07 AM	#34
Big Pappy BOOST..... Its Addictive! 3 Rep 53 Posts Drives: AW 135i, Manual, Coupe Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Hi Guys, I just thought I would lend a piece of advice for those attending this run through the spur.. DO NOT SPEED! even through the tight twisties. I have heard lately that police officers are dressing in camouflage, setting themeslves in the bushes through the twisties with a seat and a camera, and detecting unsuspecting motorists. Then they radio ahead to a colleage who is stationed further up the road, your license a vehicle details. In turn this colleage has your details and is ready to pull you over for speeding through the twisties. I am sure some of you may already know this, however I just thought id bring it up for those who may not know. I may not be able to make it myself, however have a great drive to those who do make it.
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10-21-2011, 03:01 AM	#35
stylish. Easily bored... 9 Rep 198 Posts Drives: 135i N55 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the heads up! Is this through black spur in particular? I don't think there is much room for them to camp in reefton spur?
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10-21-2011, 06:06 AM	#36
timbo_3101 Lieutenant 18 Rep 442 Posts Drives: Slow Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Nice vid, Cozza. Very nice. Didn't see any coppers camping amongst the trees either!
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10-21-2011, 11:25 PM	#37
stylish. Easily bored... 9 Rep 198 Posts Drives: 135i N55 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Sure Cozza, we can meet at that car park you specified =) I'd estimate we would arrive at Warburton around 11ish
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10-23-2011, 05:30 PM	#41
cozza ///Mthusiast 136 Rep 1,751 Posts Drives: M135i (March delivery) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Guys, the purpose of the drive day is not to break road rules and treat public roads like a race track. It's an opportunity to enjoy our cars on some nice mountain roads and get a bit of country air. The speed limits on the roads we'll be taking are high enough to have a bit of fun without getting into trouble and risking lives. __________________ ///M135i: AUTO \| ALPINE WHITE \| CORAL RED LEATHER \| HEATED SEATS \| SUNROOF \| NAV \| DAB TUNER \| HARMAN KARDON \| PERFORMANCE BITS 'N' PIECES
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10-23-2011, 06:19 PM	#43
stylish. Easily bored... 9 Rep 198 Posts Drives: 135i N55 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	Well said Cozza. The main purpose for this outing is to have a bit of a spirited drive with fellow 1addicts from Vic.
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