View previous topic :: View next topic |
Author |
Message |
gazguzzler Mud Obsessed
Joined: 11 May 2003 Odometer: 2172 Location: Aberdeen
2006 Land Rover 110
|
Posted: Mon May 18, 2009 7:50 pm Post subject: Forest Drive 7th June 09
|
|
|
Forest drive is on, who is going along?
See BORDC Members only section for directions etc.
Same meeting place as last year for the 09 forest drive, Sunday 7th June.
Please be ready to leave for 9:30, so try to arrive for 9 ish, road legal vehicles only, all passengers MUST be carried in forward facing seats, no under 2's, price to be confirmed.
I'll post coordinates for start place after the weekend (in members section). NOTE Its not the same place as we go for the RTV. A BBQ lunch of burgers will be provided but bring snacks if you want more..and try to get into the burger queue before Mike Maclurg
Phil
Also need 1st aid kit and fire extinguisher
Last edited by gazguzzler on Sat May 30, 2009 1:34 pm; edited 1 time in total |
|
Back to top |
|
|
|
durknp Winch Assistant
Joined: 02 Mar 2009 Odometer: 59 Location: Cambridge
1990 Land Rover Range Rover
|
Posted: Mon May 18, 2009 8:23 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
hi. do we just show up or do we have to tell someone we are going. what is the forest drive like. is it just a drive down the forest tracks? also how much is this event. Nick
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
Cagey Off-Road Guru
Joined: 20 Jan 2004 Odometer: 1380 Location: Banchory (The frozen North)
|
Posted: Mon May 18, 2009 8:57 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
Hi
If you have access to the members only section, I have posted the grid refs there but all will be revealed nearer the time, Phil is co-ordinating things as I am not able due to an op last week.
__________________________________ Another BORDC'er |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Cagey Off-Road Guru
Joined: 20 Jan 2004 Odometer: 1380 Location: Banchory (The frozen North)
|
Posted: Mon May 18, 2009 9:51 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
Also, have a look at www.bordc.net where there is some info advising a newsletter will be sent out to all club members before the event.
__________________________________ Another BORDC'er |
|
Back to top |
|
|
rosco Winch Assistant
Joined: 27 Mar 2008 Odometer: 73 Location: Banchory
|
Posted: Tue May 19, 2009 10:44 am Post subject:
|
|
|
We will be coming along!
Do we need to bring anything for the BBQ?
Rosco
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
Cagey Off-Road Guru
Joined: 20 Jan 2004 Odometer: 1380 Location: Banchory (The frozen North)
|
Posted: Tue May 19, 2009 10:59 am Post subject:
|
|
|
See above , but wait for the newsletter. You can take additional food if you want, the time will be limited for the scouts cooking for everyone. Also read the small print at the bottom of Phil's (Gazguzzler) as copied below.
I'll post coordinates for start place after the weekend (in members section). NOTE Its not the same place as we go for the RTV. A BBQ lunch of burgers will be provided but bring snacks if you want more.
__________________________________ Another BORDC'er |
|
Back to top |
|
|
gazguzzler Mud Obsessed
Joined: 11 May 2003 Odometer: 2172 Location: Aberdeen
2006 Land Rover 110
|
Posted: Tue May 19, 2009 11:12 am Post subject:
|
|
|
If you dont have access to the BORDC Members Only area contact Tracey (Moderator)stating your 2009 membership number and she will put you on the list to get access.
If not wait for BORDC newsletter.
Price is TBC but budget around £20 per vehicle and £5 for passengers...this will include a burger and drink at lunchtime, as I say exact price still to be confirmed.
The drive with be suitable for all 4x4's, there will be rough sections for the more "intent" driver, but these can be bypassed on main tracks. I took my L322 RR around last year without damage. The harder tracks will be by choice.
Phil
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
HermanE Gate Opener
Joined: 02 Feb 2009 Odometer: 7 Location: Aberdeen
|
Posted: Wed May 20, 2009 8:34 am Post subject:
|
|
|
Would non-members be welcome as well? Myself and a friend (members of Tay4x4) would be interested in coming as well if we are allowed to. Seeing as it is in our own back yard!
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
james_hillerby Mud Obsessed
Joined: 26 Sep 2004 Odometer: 3316 Location: Aberdeenshire
1989
|
Posted: Wed May 20, 2009 10:56 am Post subject:
|
|
|
You would need to join the club to cover the insurance side of things nowadays.
However its only £20 per person per year and you can join on the day if you wish.
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
gazguzzler Mud Obsessed
Joined: 11 May 2003 Odometer: 2172 Location: Aberdeen
2006 Land Rover 110
|
Posted: Wed May 20, 2009 11:20 am Post subject:
|
|
|
As James says members only,
Also for anyone interested, taken from Members Only Area
Quote: | I'll do a convoy from leaving from Asda at Portlethan, as I'm helping organise the day we will be leaving slightly early about 8:40, to arrive about 9 ish. (24hr fuel at this Asda) |
Phil
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
|
kenny300tdi Gate Opener
Joined: 04 Apr 2009 Odometer: 31 Location: inverurie
|
Posted: Wed May 20, 2009 5:06 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
i will be there too.
will met up with everyone els that doesnt no how to get there at asda portlethan.
kenny
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
thinfourth Just got MTs
Joined: 24 Apr 2005 Odometer: 257
|
Posted: Thu May 21, 2009 6:54 am Post subject:
|
|
|
For those of us that aren't members yet how much is it to join the club for the rest of the year?
Oh anyone got a spare seat in a defender as a lad at work is desperate for a shot in a defender as he is considering one as his first car.
And a further question.
Any limit on numbers as i know a few folk with 4x4s that may want to come along
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
gazguzzler Mud Obsessed
Joined: 11 May 2003 Odometer: 2172 Location: Aberdeen
2006 Land Rover 110
|
Posted: Thu May 21, 2009 7:17 am Post subject:
|
|
|
Without trying to put people off, we cannot handle large numbers (or in fact want large numbers along at this event). We would prefer to keep around 20 vehicles if possible, so although we appreciate where you are coming from, please don’t invite people along only simply for one day out out of a years events list. Genuine people that are interested in the club are more than welcome.
Dont anyone take this the wrong way, however we are not doing a promotional event for the club, it is a Forest Drive for the benefit of club members.
Rgds
Phil
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
thinfourth Just got MTs
Joined: 24 Apr 2005 Odometer: 257
|
Posted: Thu May 21, 2009 8:20 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
Well keep everyone in touch with numbers then and we can play it by ear so to speak
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
Jockdooshbag Gate Opener
Joined: 21 Nov 2007 Odometer: 13
|
Posted: Sun May 24, 2009 8:40 am Post subject:
|
|
|
Count me in for the forest drive so you better order a fair few more burgers.
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
sloss Mud Obsessed
Joined: 14 Feb 2003 Odometer: 6275 Location: Scotlandshire
|
Posted: Wed May 27, 2009 6:21 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
Please remember to advise Phil by Email if you intend coming.
The details are in the Email I sent out to all registered Members. If you think you should have got the Email and didn't then advise Phil and we'll investigate.
Stew,
__________________________________ Don't take life too seriously - nobody gets out alive! |
|
Back to top |
|
|
gazguzzler Mud Obsessed
Joined: 11 May 2003 Odometer: 2172 Location: Aberdeen
2006 Land Rover 110
|
Posted: Sat May 30, 2009 1:33 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
I've just read the permit - please be aware that as well as forward facing seats - ALL Vehicles must carry a basic first aid kit and a (small) fire extinguisher.
These will be checked during morning checks before we set off.
Phil
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
rosco Winch Assistant
Joined: 27 Mar 2008 Odometer: 73 Location: Banchory
|
Posted: Tue Jun 02, 2009 12:14 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
I have a first aid kit but not a fire extinguisher.
As I am in Norway this week I will need to order one online. Does anyone have any suggestions of where to get one and what kind to get?
Cheers
Rosco
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
Cagey Off-Road Guru
Joined: 20 Jan 2004 Odometer: 1380 Location: Banchory (The frozen North)
|
Posted: Tue Jun 02, 2009 1:18 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
Mitchells hardware store right here in Banchory!
A 1Kg minimum, preferably 2kg for commercial vehicles.
Or online try Paddocks, Craddocks, R.S.Components etc or some of the racing supplies companies (Demon Tweeks etc)
I have a spare one if you're stuck.
__________________________________ Another BORDC'er |
|
Back to top |
|
|
bikemad Gate Opener
Joined: 19 Jan 2009 Odometer: 10
|
Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 12:53 pm Post subject: forest drive
|
|
|
aussie dave and andy lindsay will be coming on sunday in one vehicle, see you there.
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
|
gazguzzler Mud Obsessed
Joined: 11 May 2003 Odometer: 2172 Location: Aberdeen
2006 Land Rover 110
|
Posted: Sat Jun 06, 2009 7:31 am Post subject:
|
|
|
See you all on Sunday morning, anyone that is a bit unsure of the way, I'll be leaving from Asda Portlethan at 8:40 and there is a few folk joining me, I'll be in a M reg Red Landcruiser.
Remember you'll need a fire extinguisher and first aid kit, costs are £15 for driver additional £5 per passenger - correct change is appreciated.
Rules state no under 2's and passengers must be at least 12yrs old or 135cm to sit in side facing rear seats.
BBQ and drinks at lunch will be on the club (to celebrate to the clubs 25 year anniversary), but take a few snacks / drinks for rest of day.
There will be off road sections (optional) and plenty of stops / photo stops during the day. Anyone not sure if their vehicle is suitable for a particular off road section just ask your group leader (as some are tougher than others), but there is always a track around . The day will be very relaxed affair.
Look forward to seeing you all there, still places available, but we have 20 trucks and about 40 people attending so far, so we are getting close to budgeted numbers.
Lets hope you rain on Saturday night, and sunny weather on Sunday!
Phil
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
Cagey Off-Road Guru
Joined: 20 Jan 2004 Odometer: 1380 Location: Banchory (The frozen North)
|
Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2009 5:36 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
Well we did the forest drive today, cracking scenery & big big site. I'm sure someone will post some photos, I'm not too good with them. A big thanks to all who recce'd and organised the routes and the signing on, also to Fred & the scouts for the barbecue, first class. Also thanks to the Forestry Commission who without their permission we wouldn't have had the event in the first place.
__________________________________ Another BORDC'er |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Jym2806 Gate Opener
Joined: 15 Aug 2007 Odometer: 1 Location: Aberdeenshire
|
Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 7:20 am Post subject:
|
|
|
Had a great day out. We had a lot of fun driving the different trails, nothing too difficult, which gave us a lot of driving time. Can the club organise some more similar events? Anyway a big thank you to everyone who helped on the day, it's certainly made me more determined to make time to get to club events.
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
gazguzzler Mud Obsessed
Joined: 11 May 2003 Odometer: 2172 Location: Aberdeen
2006 Land Rover 110
|
Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 9:45 am Post subject:
|
|
|
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, try a Potarch event, lots of driving time there
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
voodoo Gate Opener
Joined: 30 Apr 2007 Odometer: 16 Location: Aberdeen
|
Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 8:14 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
I'm just sorting out my photos from the day now.
I'll get them posted up shortly, and Sloss I'll give Allan a copy on CD for you to use as you wish
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
gazguzzler Mud Obsessed
Joined: 11 May 2003 Odometer: 2172 Location: Aberdeen
2006 Land Rover 110
|
Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 8:24 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
Any of my Landcruiser? Phil
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
voodoo Gate Opener
Joined: 30 Apr 2007 Odometer: 16 Location: Aberdeen
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
voodoo Gate Opener
Joined: 30 Apr 2007 Odometer: 16 Location: Aberdeen
|
Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 9:10 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
The land cruiser is there, but only one pic that I can see....
Better pics added
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
Cagey Off-Road Guru
Joined: 20 Jan 2004 Odometer: 1380 Location: Banchory (The frozen North)
|
Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 9:25 pm Post subject:
|
|
|
Nice photos there David
__________________________________ Another BORDC'er |
|
Back to top |
|
|
gazguzzler Mud Obsessed
Joined: 11 May 2003 Odometer: 2172 Location: Aberdeen
2006 Land Rover 110
|
Posted: Wed Jun 10, 2009 6:14 am Post subject:
|
|
|
Cheers, as Ivor says great pics...
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
|
|