Official Melbourne Cruise to Archies Creek (Saturday 22nd Jan 10:30am)

[saferisk]

This is finally the opportunity to meet many fellow BMW enthusiasts from the 1Addict, e90post and M3 Post forums in Melbourne!

I'm temporarily taken over the reigns from OREY for the first meet but these meets are definitely a great way to meet others who share a same passion for the brands and more importantly the cars!

As per usual, it is important to just quickly state that we are there to admire and respect both the cars and their owners. Also please stay safe and within the boundaries of the law (going outside is at your own risk!)

Details (this is very similar to a cruise BMW CCV just did)

Saturday Cruise to Archies Creek,
South Gippsland

Saturday 22nd January 2011


All 1addicts, e90post and m3post Members, Family and Friends are invited to join us on a run to Archies on the Creek

81 Archies Creek Road, Archies Creek 3995
for lunch starting at 12:30 - 1:00pm. Lunch at own cost.

http://www.archiesonthecreek.com.au/

Meet at BMW Group Australia, 783 Springvale Rd, Mulgrave
at 10am for a 10:30am departure

Please advise attendance by adding your name to this thread by the 17th of Jan at the latest so that reservations can be made.

Note: Things you may want for the day
- Full tank of petrol
- Ensure your tyre pressures are good
- Fluids in the car are topped up
- Sunglasses
- Car is clean
- Camera - It is planned that we will make 1 - 2 stops along the way for breaks and photos
- Manners
- Cash

Attached below is the flyer and map (although you can use GPS )

Look forward to seeing you all there!

[MickyD]

I'd strongly suggest anyone that has UHF radios takes them as well, and if possible have the lead and tail cars with GOOD radios (i.e. 5W units, not the 0.5w toys from Dick Smith). We used to use them on the MINI club runs and it makes things a lot easier (and safer).

and the Drive Day Etiquette we used to emphasise:

DRIVE DAY ETIQUETTE
• If you are uncomfortable with the speed then slow down and go at your own
pace, advise the lead driver that they are going too fast for you at the next stop or
via mobile/UHF radio.
• Stick to the laws of the road. Police will look out for a large number of cars
together and joyfully pounce on illegal driving - in particular speed limits within
urban areas.
• Follow the road rules and most importantly, be extremely courteous to other
road users. It is important to show others that car owners and friends care.
• Show respect for other road users and pedestrians. That includes other
people on the drive with you. Please do not try and pass the lead car.
• Bear in mind that just because the car in front has passed a hazard does not
mean you can! Your carsmay look the same, but different tyres, or being in a
different gear, can have a profound effect on handling.
• Slow down for horses, cyclists, and pedestrians. Give them plenty of room
when overtaking.
• Whenever the group stops, if at all feasible, make sure you try to pull completely
off the road. Please be aware of the conditions around you, do not stop on the
crest of a hill for example, or on a crossing. If there is not enough room for you to
stop with the group, pass the group and find somewhere safe to stop. We will find
you.
• Use your indicators in plenty of time to guide cars in the group, as well as
other road users.
• If you want the group to stop, flash your headlights. If the car behind
flashes its headlights, flash yours until the leader pulls over.
• When the group passes through a congested area, it should try to stop as soon
as safely practicable to regroup before any turns are made. Be aware of those
around you.
• Expect the unexpected! Who knows what is around the next corner, make sure
you will be able to stop safely, especially in less than perfect conditions.
• Do not tailgate the car in front of you - imagine the despair of you and your
fellow runner if you do not brake in time. This act is the most common cause for
accidents on car runs.

[saferisk]

Fantastic advice, so I take it you'll come? You seem more experienced =)

[saferisk]

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['fatboy']

I'll come along

[Liub]

Sorry guys looks like I'm out for this one .

[volk613]

I am in. See you soon. Much excitement. HNY.

[saferisk]

Awesome!

[cozza]

Doesn't look like a very lively drive - it's all freeway. Something with a mountain climb and a few twisting roads would be more enjoyable for a spirited drive... Why this particular destination?

[volk613]

Originally Posted by cozza

Doesn't look like a very lively drive - it's all freeway. Something with a mountain climb and a few twisting roads would be more enjoyable for a spirited drive... Why this particular destination?

Good question Cozza

[saferisk]

I'm told there are a few fun parts but as long as we get people along we can decide to change the destination on the day!

[cozza]

Just looking at the directions on Google Maps and although there seem to be a few winding roads around the area, it's still 1.5 hours to get there by freeway. In my opinion that doesn't make for much of a fun drive.

Instead, I'd recommend an area that many of us have done before, such as the route from Eltham to Kinglake, Healesville and Marysville etc. The roads are also fairly quiet during summer (spring is peak) and they're more fun to drive. Those areas are also still recovering from the bushfires two years ago, so can do with every "tourist" dollar that's spent in their towns.

Totally agree with MickyD's suggestions and tips - something we should all take on board.

Anyone else have an opinion?

[saferisk]

Happy to change on the day, I'd rather the group come to the agreement as a whole, but I was also hoping we could get some happy snaps at the meet and also along the way! Come on 1ers sign up and how the love!

['fatboy']

I'd have to side with Cozza's options, but happy to at least meet at BMW and decide as a collective.

[WAY]

Originally Posted by cozza

Totally agree with MickyD's suggestions and tips - something we should all take on board.

The one drive I have been with you, we broke all those rules.

[saferisk]

'WAY' Will you be coming along? I'd really like to see your M3! Perhaps you'd consider selling when your new ones arrive this year?

[saferisk]

1.saferisk
2.orey
3.rossim3
4.'Fatboy'
5.volk613
6.cozza
7.WAY
8.RobH
9.sismic
10.GSK130i

[saferisk]

3-4 maybes at this stage but if you cant make the cruise/run at least coming for the 10-11am meet would be great!

[WAY]

Originally Posted by saferisk

'WAY' Will you be coming along? I'd really like to see your M3! Perhaps you'd consider selling when your new ones arrive this year?

Nah I am out. It's too far for me to travel to. Thanks anyway and next time meet in the city!

[saferisk]

Originally Posted by WAY

Nah I am out. It's too far for me to travel to. Thanks anyway and next time meet in the city!

Oh that's a shame, would have been nice to see you stretch the legs of the M3 a little!

[volk613]

I have a friend interested in coming along with a Golf.

[cozza]

Again, here's my thoughts: I'm not keen on driving an hour and a half on a boring freeway to have lunch in a fine dining restaurant where the mains are $35+.

I'd much rather spend that time enjoying some great winding roads and stopping for a more relaxed lunch like a burger or something.

For those interested in a drive day, which option would you prefer?

Option 1 is driving to Archies Creek via the freeway for an expensive lunch.

Option 2 is driving through Eltham, Kinglake, Healesville and Marysville, stopping in Marysville for lunch and injecting the town with some much needed tourist money to help them rebuild their community.

Please respond with your preference so we can get this organised before Friday.