Glenshee Run 14th Oct ?

[BetaRyder]

Mentioned this in another thread so have started this to gauge interest. Plan is to leave from Dundee-Meigle-Blairgowrie-Glenshee-Braemar-Lecht-Duffttown-Banchory-Cairn'O'Mount-Edzell. I'm not sure what exact route yet but will check multimap routeplanner to see what we could fit in .
RUN START TIME 9.00 FROM TRAVELODGE/McDONALDS CAR PARK,KINGSWAY WEST,DUNDEE, DD23SQ

Lee

1.BetaRyder +1
2.vintageb3 +1
3.stone
4.Weefossy +1
Sorry I haven't put up run notes yet I'm in the middle of selling/buying a house. I'll hopefully get them done in the next day or two.
Plan is to stop at the Spittal of Glenshee (1hour into the run) for something to eat then maybe lunch at Banchory depending on time. Could anyone recommend somewhere in Banchory?

[Craig]

Well done Lee for organising a run. :D :D

I won't be able to make it as I will be sunning myself in the Canaries... (ouch.!) :D

Have fun tho..

[vintageb3]

Count Kim and I in Lee!

mark

[Bazthemod]

Put me down for sure! :D

[stoney]

put me down 2

[Duncan Stewart]

Sounds great. Very interested :D

[PACMAN]

Put me down as a maybe

[BetaRyder]

Well done Lee for organising a run. :D :D

I won't be able to make it as I will be sunning myself in the Canaries... (ouch.!) :D

Have fun tho..

Cheers , Don't know what I've let myself in for as the NMS runs I've been to have been so well organised compared to other runs :eek:

[vintageb3]

Don't worry about that Lee...

I did a similar run on those roads with Scottish Mini....and it was a great day out!

mark

[Bumble]

Can you put me down as a maybe .. back from 2 weeks off on hols that weekend

[Craig]

Cheers , Don't know what I've let myself in for as the NMS runs I've been to have been so well organised compared to other runs :eek:


Lee, it's not a big deal, if you need any info/tips, just let me know.:cool:

I would get you to ask AndyP, but he's a big blouse.. :D (oh aye and he's crap at golf..:eek: :) )

[AndyP & Lenore]

Cheers , Don't know what I've let myself in for as the NMS runs I've been to have been so well organised compared to other runs :eek:

Hang on....:eek:

I guess you haven't been on any of Craig's runs then. Nightmare.:eek: :confused: :o :mad: :mad: :mad:

A.:D

[Craig]

Hang on....:eek:

I guess you haven't been on any of Craig's runs then. Nightmare.:eek: :confused: :o :mad: :mad: :mad:

A.:D

jings, that didn't take long to get a bite.. ;) :D

[stoney]

Cheers , Don't know what I've let myself in for as the NMS runs I've been to have been so well organised compared to other runs :eek:


hay if i can do it any one can ;) you will be fine just make shure u do detail run nots and all will be fine :D :D

[AndyP & Lenore]

BetaRyder, I'll sticky this for you.

A.;)

[weefossy]

Can we be added please. Having missed the last two outings, we need a we run.

[Bazthemod]

Can we be added please. Having missed the last two outings, we need a we run.

i thought you were trying to stop 'the runs' :D:p:D

Hope your feeling better ;)

[ELFMAN]

Have a good run folks. I'll be at the Duxford Autumn Airshow on the 14th.

Craig - remember the Factor 25 for yer 'Canaries' - I heard somebody once got a burned Chaffinch on the beach - he was never the same again.......

[Craig]

Have a good run folks. I'll be at the Duxford Autumn Airshow on the 14th.

Craig - remember the Factor 25 for yer 'Canaries' - I heard somebody once got a burned Chaffinch on the beach - he was never the same again.......


PMSL.. :D :D - aye that's on the shopping list.. :cool:

[jeekster]

Me plus 1 :)

[stoney]

take it this is off then ???? :mad: :(

[AndyP & Lenore]

take it this is off then ???? :mad: :(

Doesn't look like it Stone, BetaRyder updated his first post this morning saying the run notes would be up soon.

A.

[BetaRyder]

take it this is off then ???? :mad: :(

No, Its not off . I've been struggling to get the route details on Multimaps (keeps suggesting roads I don't want to use no matter how many via points :mad: ) I should be able to get details if I plot it all out in stages or if anyone knows a better way to get route details let me know.
Lee

[AndyP & Lenore]

No, Its not off . I've been struggling to get the route details on Multimaps (keeps suggesting roads I don't want to use no matter how many via points :mad: ) I should be able to get details if I plot it all out in stages or if anyone knows a better way to get route details let me know.
Lee

To be honest, the only way to get accurate route details is to go out and drive the roads. Record the mileage at every junction and note whats is said on the road signs.

I realise that's a tall order this close to your run, but you really can't plan out and draw up run notes from multimap. What if there's some major roadworks going on that you don't know about, or if the council are stone-chipping a section of road you wanted to use. Etc., Etc.

That's what I do, but other organisers may have a different approach.

If I can help with any other advice, PM me or email me.

Cheers,

A.;)

[vintageb3]

Or...why don't we all concide that this is just a Sunday jaunt out.

I did this route with Scottish Mini...and there was no run notes...it was simple case of keep the car in front of you and behind you in sight at all times.

No one got lost.

least I don't think:confused:

mark

[AndyP & Lenore]

Or...why don't we all concide that this is just a Sunday jaunt out.

I did this route with Scottish Mini...and there was no run notes...it was simple case of keep the car in front of you and behind you in sight at all times.

No one got lost.

least I don't think:confused:

mark

With only a few cars that's not too difficult to do.;)

A.

[BetaRyder]

I've managedto do them but how do I make a link to download them from this thread? I used Excel to do them. Failing that I can just print a few to bring on the day.
Lee:confused:

[AndyP & Lenore]

BetaRyder, you need to send them to Calum (site owner) who can stick them on the site and put a link in your thread for folks to download them with.

His email address is info@newminiscotland.co.uk

A.;)

[stoney]

no prob should be good i am happy just 2 pick up notes on the day as i have no printer

[Duncan Stewart]

Good to hear it's on :D I can confirm we will be there, cheers

[BetaRyder]

BetaRyder, you need to send them to Calum (site owner) who can stick them on the site and put a link in your thread for folks to download them with.

His email address is info@newminiscotland.co.uk

A.;)

Cheers, I have forwarded the run notes to Calum ;)

[Julz]

Hi there, just thought I'd check this wee thread out to see what route you're taking. Just want to say, if you're going to from Meigle to Blair via Coupar Angus be warned, there are some horrendous road works at the Red House Hotel which take forever and don't let many cars through!! Also, for the Spittal, make sure there's not some Highland Clan re-union like when I did the Harvest Run, the service was fine, but there was no parking at all!! (God bless Squidge the hedgehog!!;) )

However if you're going the rollercoaster road (past Alyth) have a blast!!:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

Hi there, just thought I'd check this wee thread out to see what route you're taking. Just want to say, if you're going to from Meigle to Blair via Coupar Angus be warned, there are some horrendous road works at the Red House Hotel which take forever and don't let many cars through!! Also, for the Spittal, make sure there's not some Highland Clan re-union like when I did the Harvest Run, the service was fine, but there was no parking at all!! (God bless Squidge the hedgehog!!;) )

However if you're going the rollercoaster road (past Alyth) have a blast!!:D

Is that what was going on......? I wondered at the time. Lots of huge Americans trying to pull off wearing a kilt. Not a pretty sight, from what I recall.

A.;)

[BetaRyder]

However if you're going the rollercoaster road (past Alyth) have a blast!!:D

Yep its the rollercoaster route:D I'll give the Spittal a phone just incase.

[vintageb3]

If there is anyone that is going on this run on Sunday...and going into Menzies beforehand...could they pick up a wee parcel for me from Chris Swan?

Postal strikes and the like....I don't want to risk this stuff in the post.

Just some clips...not a big order...

mark

[stoney]

not shure if going 2 make this on sunday may have 2 work will try my best 2 be there will post as soon as i know

stoney

[BetaRyder]

Doesn't look like the run notes are going to go up in time so I'll just bring some along on Sunday. If anyone wants the run notes emailed to them then just p.m me your email address.

[vintageb3]

Lee...

Why don't you post the run on the Scottish Mini site...see if some classics want to come along?

Just an idea...

mark

[Bazthemod]

Gonna have to pull out im afraid, have great run folks! :)

[stoney]

Doesn't look like the run notes are going to go up in time so I'll just bring some along on Sunday. If anyone wants the run notes emailed to them then just p.m me your email address.

i will get them on sunday as i will be there if u email me the nots i can post them for u !!!! my email is s700ony@blueyonder.co.uk

[jeekster]

Doubt we'll make this.
Have a good day anyway!

[PACMAN]

not going to be able to make this one sorry :( bl00dy work :(

[Duncan Stewart]

Really sorry but I'm unwell so we will not make it :(
Have a good run

[Bumble]

Hate to say this ... I'm just back from holidays and knackered. Going to sit this one out.

[weefossy]

Anyone else out there going to come along and support Lee's run?? Weather looks promising:D

[BetaRyder]

i will get them on sunday as i will be there if u email me the nots i can post them for u !!!! my email is s700ony@blueyonder.co.uk

Cheers, but don't think we'll need them posted up now:D I'll just bring them along. Heres my number if anyone is late or changes there mind ; Lee 07835 735479.

[vintageb3]

Is this run still on?

I've never seen so many lame excuses in my life!!!!;) :p :D

mark

[stoney]

well i will be there if it still on

[duncan]

I could be tempted. Depends if I get up in time.
If I'm at the start at nine, then great, but don't wait for me if i'm not.

[stoney]

I could be tempted. Depends if I get up in time.
If I'm at the start at nine, then great, but don't wait for me if i'm not.


come on set your alarm i have 2 leave at 7am !!!! :eek: :eek:

you know u want 2 :D :D

[AndyP & Lenore]

We're working folks. Otherwise we'd be there - honest.

Have a good day.

A.;)

[BetaRyder]

Yep run is still on, if anyone turns up :D


come on set your alarm i have 2 leave at 7am !!!! :eek: :eek:

you know u want 2 :D :D

Sorry about the early start but the roads should be quieter ;)

[vintageb3]

Come on folks...it looks like it going to be a nice day for a run!

mark

[sedgie]

We would come.....but gordons mum is ill @ mo.....so looking after her:(

[stoney]

just about 2 leave and go and get some go go juce see u all soon

[vintageb3]

Bloody hell its still dark;)

mark

[weefossy]

Lee, really enjoyed today,some great roads and great weather. Did 388 miles in total :eek: Thanks for organising
Will post up some pictures ASAP

PS. Mark, you really are full of hot air:D :rolleyes:

[BetaRyder]

No probs, glad you enjoyed it, they are my fave roads :D
Lee
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e267/lee36chambers/cd029.jpg

[vintageb3]

Bloody hell its dark again!:rolleyes:

[vintageb3]

OK...Just drop off the key, Lee
And get yourself free;)

GREAT!!!!!!!! Run today!!!!! HUGE Thanks go out to Lee and Mel;)

Good folks on good roads.

You old stiffy layabout types that pulled out of the run missed a cracker:eek:

Mr Malcolm Sir!...Hot air...yes I agree...far too much:(

And before Stoney comes in here and spills the beans...I will tell all about my run boo boo:(

OK...this time I did fill up with fuel...so no that's not my boo boo.:p

When I started out on the run...the car just didn't feel right...it handled like a pregnant duck....so much so that I had to slow way down....I just couldn't keep up with the other cars and knew i was keeping folks back. To add to this...the ASC light came on and stayed on....so I kept switching off the ignition to get rid of that....but the ASC was working...I could feel it kicking in at times;)

We stopped a few times and I complained about the handling of the car...

Kim felt it too...and for once...when we went into corners...I could see by the way she was looking for something to grab onto...she knew things were not right either.

I was about to call Lee...and pull out of the run...when we just happened to stop to re group.

I got out of the car and started looking underneath at the extra braces at the back of the car. I had to do a mod to get the playmini on the ragtop...and I did think that my mod had given way.

Anyway...a concerned Malcom comes over and asks if I still had concerns.

Then he said "What about tyre pressures?"

I had discounted that because I had checked them just before the Manky Thrash...and filled the tyres up then....But Malcolm had his digital tyre pressure gauge to hand...so we thought we better check.

The first tyre read: 42PSI:eek: In fact...they all read 42PSI!:eek:

So...we knocked down the air to about 36PSI(because the air was hot)

We headed off again...and BINGO!!!! I had my cornering back again!!!

Car dug in to every corner (maybe because the rubber was still in molten form?)

I knew things were OK again and that i was keeping up...because the stones and dust were hitting my bonnet from Stoney's car;)

SO..a lesson to be learned here. NEVER trust a forecourt air machine.

No wonder I haven't wanted to drive the car in a spirited fashion for a while.

Also expalns why the hell I was skidding all over the place on the Manky as well.

This is twice this has happened to me....my Tesco's digital gauge (£3.99) is now in the car...won't happen again!

mark

[sedgie]

SO..a lesson to be learned here. NEVER trust a forecourt air machine.



LOLOL.....i never do cos they sh##e...have been told that many a time;)

Glad you all had a great run:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

........ Anyway...a concerned Malcom comes over and asks if I still had concerns.

Then he said "What about tyre pressures?"

I had discounted that because I had checked them just before the Manky Thrash...and filled the tyres up then....But Malcolm had his digital tyre pressure gauge to hand...so we thought we better check.

The first tyre read: 42PSI:eek: In fact...they all read 42PSI!:eek:

So...we knocked down the air to about 36PSI(because the air was hot).......


mark



When we picked up our R56 from Menzies, they hadn't dropped the tyre pressures down from delivery pressure to what they should be. Took us a wee while to figure out why the handling seemed.... "off". Turned out the pressure was in the mid 50's PSI!!!!! Was not a happy chappy.

A.:mad:

[vintageb3]

Bit annoyed that I didn't suss this out earlier...but IF you have checked your pressures...you assume that they are correct.:rolleyes:

AND...it didn't feel like over inflation...it felt like something wasn't right with the back end...bracing or suspension. Can't say it felt twitchy...just cumbersome...and wouldn't "dig in" on corners.

Meant to say....the ASC light only came on (and stayed on) when I was at high revs...so hopefully that was related to the over inflation of the tyres.

Glad that nothing is wrong in the end.

mark

[stoney]

well done lee brill run got home safe and sound last night ;) brill route will post some pics later the night loved the roads

good job malcom was around :eek: :eek:

well for all that pulled out you missed a good day out :p :p :p

[stoney]

ok here are some pics

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g251/s700ony/100_2450.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g251/s700ony/100_2444.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g251/s700ony/100_2446.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g251/s700ony/100_2447.jpg

[stoney]

and we hit a little bit of cloud :D :D

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g251/s700ony/100_2462.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g251/s700ony/100_2461.jpg

and a few more
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g251/s700ony/100_2464.jpg

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g251/s700ony/100_2466.jpg

[weefossy]

Some photos from yesterday
Nice bridge......nice photo opprtunity
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c394/weefossy/LeesRun3.jpg

and again
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c394/weefossy/LeesRun4.jpg

Mark was just about to bin his car!!
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c394/weefossy/LeesRun2.jpg

50% of the minis on the run were convertibles....now that's a record
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c394/weefossy/LeesRun5.jpg

[Duncan Stewart]

Super pictures, run looks like it was great fun :D
Soooo p*ssed of I missed it and still stuck a home in bed ill :(
Any chance of a re-run sometime?

[weefossy]

Mark, found out why the car felt very light and "nimble"

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c394/weefossy/Mark.jpg

[vintageb3]

LOL!!!:D :D

Yes...that could have been the problem!!!!

Great pics Malcolm!!;)

mark

[vintageb3]

Mark was just about to bin his car!!
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c394/weefossy/LeesRun2.jpg


OK...so now I know why you lot skipped out of the cafe so quick:D

Well and truly had!:D

mark

[stoney]

OK...so now I know why you lot skipped out of the cafe so quick:D

Well and truly had!:D

mark


lol we wernt shure if u had seen or not !!! :D :D :rolleyes: :eek:

[BetaRyder]

Super pictures, run looks like it was great fun :D
Soooo p*ssed of I missed it and still stuck a home in bed ill :(
Any chance of a re-run sometime?

Defo, maybe next time I'll give folks more notice and be a bit more organised :eek: