Heart Of The Borders - Sun 27th August 2006

[AndyP & Lenore]

http://www.reachercreatures.com/minirun/hoblogo2006.jpg
We organised this run around the Scottish Borders last September and we've decided to repeat it again this year. Click here for last years run thread. (http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/snitzforums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=4055)

Date: Sunday 27th August.

Route: Very similar to last years, but with a different lunch location and probably extended to include the wheel splash near Duns. Starting in Selkirk, out the Yarrow valley, across to the Ettrick valley, up to Innerleithen, down to Clovenfords, up to stow, across to Lauder, down to Galashiels, Out to Kelso, then over to Duns and finishing in Lauder. Route notes will be available for download soon.

Roads: A wide variety of roads from single track "mountain pass" roads, to B class and some A class roads.

Lunch: We will be parking in Galashiels High Street car park at lunch time. In Gala town centre there are a number of good quality eateries to choose from including a J.D.Wetherspoon's free house, so feel free to choose your own lunch venue or take a picnic.:D

Update: Thursday 3rd August: Recce of full route now carried out and we are happy to extend the run numbers to include the reserves.:D Any more peeps wishing to join from now on would, however be put on another reserves list.

Download Run Notes Here (http://www.reachercreatures.com/minirun/borders-27-08-2006.pdf)

1. AndyP & Lenore
2. Neil & Lorna
3. Jason, Lesley & Kerr (no longer the spewmonster - redeemed himself on Craig's run) ;)
4. ScottieCoop
5. Minimad
6. Ian King
7. Gordons_cooper_wrks
8. MarkyC
9. CraigD & Jude
10. Duncan & Helen
11. Crombers
12. Weefossy
13. Gill, & Dad - who we need to convince to buy a MINI!
14. Sara & Craig
15. Jayex + 1
16. W14RCO (Angel-Mini's Better half)
17. Sarah Munro (Ian Kings better half;))
18. Sweeney
19. tree73
20. X30YES - Angus
21. Angel-Mini
22. Stone
23. Johnsop + 1
24. Indigomatt
25. Sedgie
26. Ewan & Jamie - in a rented S Convertable!:D


Status: Run currently full:eek:. But there are always "drop-outs" so if anyone else is interested we can still put your name on the reserves list.:D

Reserves:
1. Vidal Buffoon
2.

[N12 JLK]

sounds good put the usual 3 suspects down please!!!!

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by lesley12

sounds good put the usual suspects down please!!!!


Thats you added.:approve:

[N12 JLK]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore


quote:Originally posted by lesley12

sounds good put the usual suspects down please!!!!


Thats you's added.:approve:;)

[Scottie]

put us down

[The Dogfather]

I might be off work the following week, perhaps I can make this on the way to Jackie's parents in Newcastle :D

Can I be added as a Non Mini Maybe:question:

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by ScottieCoop

put us down



quote:Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon

I might be off work the following week, perhaps I can make this on the way to Jackie's parents in Newcastle :D

Can I be added as a Non Mini Maybe:question:



Thats you both added.:approve:

[ianking]

Sounds good, I will be there.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by ianking

Sounds good, I will be there.


:approve:

[Mark R]

Sign me up please.

[markyc]

Ola Mr and Mrs P :D Last year was FANTASTIC and bloody roastin :approve::clown: I don't know what shift I'll be but put me down anyway ;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Mark R

Sign me up please.


Thats you added Mark.:D


quote:Originally posted by markyc

Ola Mr and Mrs P :D Last year was FANTASTIC and bloody roastin :approve::clown: I don't know what shift I'll be but put me down anyway ;)


And another Mark! Hope your shifts work out ok.:p:D:approve:

[Craig]

ah go on then......

same for me re the shifts, but i've got a nicer boss and can change mine easily...;)

I do hope the weather will not be as good, ma heid got burnt the last time :eek:;):D:approve::approve::approve:

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by craigd

ah go on then......

same for me re the shifts, but i've got a nicer boss and can change mine easily...;)

I do hope the weather will not be as good, ma heid got burnt the last time :eek:;):D:approve::approve::approve:


Thats you added Criag. And as for the sunburn, can I reccomend this....http://www.reachercreatures.com/MINI/hat.jpg

Yep. You know, I can just see you in that.:D:D

[Craig]

only if your prepared to let it go for a good price ;)

[Duncan Stewart]

Oh Yes! :D add Helen and I please. Superb run last year, sure be as good this year :D Although could you arrange for it to be a bit cooler ;), perhaps I could stand close to the water splash :p:eek:

[Crombers]

<knocks on door>

Mr P it's me Crombers :D

See all these things I've said about you , ALL untrue ;)

<waits patiently for Mr P's reply>


PS same 'pace' notes as last year I hope :approve:

Let me in & I'll let you beat me to Oxford :p

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by crombers

<knocks on door>

Mr P it's me Crombers :D

See all these things I've said about you , ALL untrue ;)

<waits patiently for Mr P's reply>


PS same 'pace' notes as last year I hope :approve:

Let me in & I'll let you beat me to Oxford :p


Sorry mate. You're barred.:dead:

No Kielder Run, no Borders Run.:D;)

[Crombers]

I see the back door is open , good man :D






PS is your 'Ring Run' this year as well :question::p;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by crombers

I see the back door is open , good man :D

PS is your 'Ring Run' this year as well :question::p;)


I don't know are you offering to organise it:question:;);):)

L

[Crombers]

& steal your idea , no way mate :p;):D

[Craig]

:approve:and the glory for organising such an "epic" trip :eek::blackeye:;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by crombers

& steal your idea , no way mate :p;):D


But, we are quite willing to step aside, wouldn't want to deprive you of organising a run that you clearly are desperate to go on.;):D:eek:;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by craigd

:approve:and the glory for organising such an "epic" trip :eek::blackeye:;)


MrD, Stop stirring it;), we are skint now with a new wheel etc to pay:(:mad: for before the Oxford run.:D

L

[Crombers]

Snigger :) I canny even get to the Falkirk Wheel on Sunday on ma own without some help :clown:

[AndyP & Lenore]

To clarify our situation, and dispel any further "Ring" idea's....

Lenore and I have far too much on to organise a "ring" run this year.

We have an aging dog at home. He's a twelve and a half year old Samoyed. He still has good health and is fairly spritely for his age. We are hoping he will still be around for at least another couple of years. We are off to Florida in June, but that will be the last time we are leaving him with friends/family for anything more than overnight while we jet off anywhere. By the middle of next year he will be thirteen and a half and it simply won't be fair to leave him with anyone. Anticipating nursing duties like we had with his elder brother - sadly no longer with us.

So, sorry if this lets anyone down, we had suggested it would be good to organise a "Nurburgring" run "sometime". But if we did organise a run of this magnitude, the earliest is likely to be 2008.

If any other NMS'r is interested in organising a "Ring" run, you would not be stepping on our toes. Go for it.:D

[Craig]

Hey Crombers - that was WAY too easy... :p:p;):D

Totally understand you situation, put me and Jude down for the "2008 Ring Run"
:D:D

<runs and hides.........oh and also switches off his phone....>

[N12 JLK]

Crombers well done for organising this years Ring run , put me and Lesley down;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by lesley12

Crombers well done for organising this years Ring run , put me and Lesley down;)


Yeah, well done Crombers.:D;):D

[weefossy]

Put us down for both the borders and the "Ring Sting" thing.....please

[N12 JLK]

And hows weefossy these days ,Kerr says hello!;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by weefossy

Put us down for both the borders and the "Ring Sting" thing.....please


That's you both added for the Borders Run.:D

You'll need to speak to Crombers about the Ring Run.;):D

[roadrunner]

Fantastic Andy, count me in as well x 2

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by roadrunner

Fantastic Andy, count me in as well x 2


Nae probs, thats you added.:D

L

[Crombers]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore

To clarify our situation, and dispel any further "Ring" idea's....

Lenore and I have far too much on to organise a "ring" run this year.

We have an aging dog at home. He's a twelve and a half year old Samoyed. He still has good health and is fairly spritely for his age. We are hoping he will still be around for at least another couple of years. We are off to Florida in June, but that will be the last time we are leaving him with friends/family for anything more than overnight while we jet off anywhere. By the middle of next year he will be thirteen and a half and it simply won't be fair to leave him with anyone. Anticipating nursing duties like we had with his elder brother - sadly no longer with us.

So, sorry if this lets anyone down, we had suggested it would be good to organise a "Nurburgring" run "sometime". But if we did organise a run of this magnitude, the earliest is likely to be 2008.

If any other NMS'r is interested in organising a "Ring" run, you would not be stepping on our toes. Go for it.:D


I was just joshin mate ;). Think you have earned plenty bonus points for all the runs you have previously organised & have currently planned :approve:.
Then again a trip the Nurburgring would be MEGA and would have to be extremely well thought out. Suffice to say it would not be something I (or anybody else) would plan on my/their own , but if anyone fancies joining me on a wee 'Ring' (:eek:) commitee then we could discuss to see if possible :p:D

[Neil and Lorna]

quote:Originally posted by crombers


quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore

To clarify our situation, and dispel any further "Ring" idea's....

Lenore and I have far too much on to organise a "ring" run this year.

We have an aging dog at home. He's a twelve and a half year old Samoyed. He still has good health and is fairly spritely for his age. We are hoping he will still be around for at least another couple of years. We are off to Florida in June, but that will be the last time we are leaving him with friends/family for anything more than overnight while we jet off anywhere. By the middle of next year he will be thirteen and a half and it simply won't be fair to leave him with anyone. Anticipating nursing duties like we had with his elder brother - sadly no longer with us.

So, sorry if this lets anyone down, we had suggested it would be good to organise a "Nurburgring" run "sometime". But if we did organise a run of this magnitude, the earliest is likely to be 2008.

If any other NMS'r is interested in organising a "Ring" run, you would not be stepping on our toes. Go for it.:D


I was just joshin mate ;). Think you have earned plenty bonus points for all the runs you have previously organised & have currently planned :approve:.
Then again a trip the Nurburgring would be MEGA and would have to be extremely well thought out. Suffice to say it would not be something I (or anybody else) would plan on my/their own , but if anyone fancies joining me on a wee 'Ring' (:eek:) commitee then we could discuss to see if possible :p:D


Allan

I'd be intrested in lending a hand.

Neil.:D:)

[AndyP & Lenore]

We know you are only joking ;) but it has been a Cr@p day (£600 to fix our R99 :mad::mad:).

Anyway, there you go Crombers your commitee has started.

Well done for volunteering to organise the Ring Run.;):D;);):D:eek:;):blackeye::eek:;):blackeye:

[The Dogfather]

Crombers, I'd help out with a 'Ring' Run but it would have to be 2007 :D

[Crombers]

Thanks to Neil & Paul for offering to 'comit' with me. 2007 would seem a sensible bet.
We can discuss soon.
Neil , I,ll see you at Oxford.
Paul , when are you next out on a run ?

;)

[The Dogfather]

Angus Glens in June

[Neil and Lorna]

quote:Originally posted by crombers

Thanks to Neil & Paul for offering to 'comit' with me. 2007 would seem a sensible bet.
We can discuss soon.
Neil , I,ll see you at Oxford.
Paul , when are you next out on a run ?

;)


No Probs Allan

Will have a chat about it sometime during the Oxford trip.:D

Got some ideas and done a wee bit research already.:D:)

Neil.:D:D:D

[ELFMAN]

Sorry I'll miss this year's Borders Run, I'm leaving for a week on Mull the day before. Have a good one - last year was great.

[Crombers]

quote:Originally posted by Neil

Will have a chat about it sometime during the Oxford trip.:D

Got some ideas and done a wee bit research already.:D:)

Neil.:D:D:D


Good man , that's a good starter for 'bar' chat down Oxford way :approve::)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by ELFMAN

Sorry I'll miss this year's Borders Run, I'm leaving for a week on Mull the day before. Have a good one - last year was great.


No problem Euan.

One question for you though... How does one spend an entire week on Mull and not get bored sh*tless?;)

[saraandcraig]

Sorry for the delay folks but we will definately be there. Looking forward to it. Borders Run was our first run last year and it's one i wont forget in a hurry. S

[Crombers]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore

One question for you though... How does one spend an entire week on Mull and not get bored sh*tless?;)


Each to his own ;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by crombers


quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore

One question for you though... How does one spend an entire week on Mull and not get bored sh*tless?;)


Each to his own ;)


Can't you just tell Crombers has a PC at home now. :D;)

[Crombers]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore

Can't you just tell Crombers has a PC at home now. :D;)


I,m well active now chief :D;)

(my thanks to helpdesk CraidD :approve:)

[ELFMAN]

Bored? BORED?? Oh ye of closed minds... The whole point is BREATHING SPACE! Being able to sit on yer own rock on a fanatastic beach, looking over to Jura, bit of accoustic Zeppelin on the CD, bottle of Fraoch and a big cheese roll... a paddle in sea (that's PADDLE, not a 'typo'), not a design or printing deadline in sight... Wee drive down to Fionnphort, ferry to Iona, walk over to the West beaches. A good blether with folks you meet, lunch in the cafe, fail to successfully chat up the girls there (it's traditional, but I live in hope). Back to my Self Catering apartment (same views as the beach) for my tea, or I might go into the hotel itself (Ardachy House Hotel, Uisken - highly recommended!) and spoil myself with a 3-course slap-up and a nice bottle of wine.

Remember, you don't always have to be “doing something”, sometimes the chance to do “nothing” for a week is worth a fortnight of allegedly “interesting” holiday activities.... I've never been bored, sh*tless or otherwise on Mull. I suppose it's all to do with whether you need to be entertained, or can entertain yourself. You either get it or you don't (as the actress said to the Bishop).

Here ends this month's ELF-ILOSOPHY workshop. Inner Peace to you all, brothers and sisters. Oh, and I forgot to mention, the good roads give you the chance to roast the t*ts off the MINI. Now if you'll excuse me, I have to meditate. See you in Nirvana (come as you are), or on the Oxford Run!
OHHHHHHHMMMMMMMMMMMMMM... OHHHHHHHMMMMMMMMMMMMMM... VROOOM! VROOOOOM! OHHHHHHHMMMMMMMMMMMMMM...

[Crombers]

Sounds good to me Elfman :approve:

[ELFMAN]

Yo! Right On, Brutha!

[Neil and Lorna]

I know were your coming from Euan,heres some pics from our trip up that way in 2004.
The sunset is actualy from Skye over to Lewis.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y2/neilp18/DSCF0093.jpg


http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y2/neilp18/DSCF0094.jpg

Taken from the small boat which took us over to Staffa.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y2/neilp18/DSCF0071.jpg

Neil and Lorna:D:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

And I have to admit, Lenore and generally holiday in our caravan. We find a quiet spot with no distractions, we read and generally chill out for the majority of the time.

Not one for a package holiday to Costa Del/we'll-organise-everything-from-where-you-eat-to-where-you-sh*t.;)

[ELFMAN]

Lovely photos, Neil - I can hear Mendelssohn as I type! Aye, it's all coming out now, eh? Seems I'm not alone after all. As 'Robinson Crusoe' said: “There were people on my Island”. And as Euan said “B*gg*er off, I want some peace & quiet! And you can forget yer 'Man Friday', I'll have 'Girl All Week' if you don't mind!” (cue old Robinson Crusoe TV theme music - bet you're all too young to remember THAT! "White Horses" anybody? "The Double Deckers" no? Oh B*ll*cks. "Banana Splits"? I give up.

[Crombers]

quote:Originally posted by ELFMAN

Lovely photos, Neil - I can hear Mendelssohn as I type! Aye, it's all coming out now, eh? Seems I'm not alone after all. As 'Robinson Crusoe' said: “There were people on my Island”. And as Euan said “B*gg*er off, I want some peace & quiet! And you can forget yer 'Man Friday', I'll have 'Girl All Week' if you don't mind!” (cue old Robinson Crusoe TV theme music - bet you're all too young to remember THAT! "White Horses" anybody? "The Double Deckers" no? Oh B*ll*cks. "Banana Splits"? I give up.


"The Double Deckers" & the "Banana Splits" were my Saturday morning diet when I were a lad :approve:

[weefossy]

Idiilic, just like the Outer Hebrides, only car on the road - all Sunday.
Listen, what can you hear? Nothing ! The sound of silience. Peace perfect peace.

[jayex]

This looks like another great run :D maybe even some sunshine :cool:
can you put me +1 down again please :p

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by jayex

This looks like another great run :D maybe even some sunshine :cool:
can you put me +1 down again please :p


Nae probs, that's you both added.:D:D

[ELFMAN]

Did anybody spot the subtle irony of me seeking 'peace and tranquility' on Mull..... and then disturbing it at high revs? Hmmm. Well, they have the 'Tour of Mull' Rally every year - probably think one of the competitors is doing a Recce.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by ELFMAN

Did anybody spot the subtle irony of me seeking 'peace and tranquility' on Mull..... and then disturbing it at high revs? Hmmm. Well, they have the 'Tour of Mull' Rally every year - probably think one of the competitors is doing a Recce.


There's nothing "subtle" about a full Play Mini system. :D:D

[Sheilz]

Us too! (Us being any combo of me/munro/nik/):D:D:D:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sheilz

Us too! (Us being any combo of me/munro/nik/):D:D:D:D


Nae probs, thats you added. Glad to have you on board.:D:D

[SarahMunro]

Hi, I would like to come along to this with my new mini. Can you please put my name down for it?

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by SarahMunro

Hi, I would like to come along to this with my new mini. Can you please put my name down for it?


Glad to have you on board Sarah.:D Good luck with your new MINI.:D

[SarahMunro]

Thank you:cool:

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by SarahMunro

Thank you:cool:


Any sign of that new MINI yet?

[Sweeney]

hi, any chance i can be put down as a maybe for this run and i'll confirm nearer the time?

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

hi, any chance i can be put down as a maybe for this run and i'll confirm nearer the time?


No probs, thats you added, would be great if you can make it.:D:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

Any other mugs;);) takers:question:

The more the merrier.:D:D

[SarahMunro]

Hi, no sign of the mini yet, need to wait on the womans finance clearing as I don't want her £3000 excess on the car. I'm not bothered today as its raining! Was bothered at the weekend though, it was gorgeous! :cool:

[tree73]

Hey looks like a good run and a bit of the country i'm pretty cluless about about, can you stick me down too please. Ta

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by SarahMunro

Hi, no sign of the mini yet, need to wait on the womans finance clearing as I don't want her £3000 excess on the car. I'm not bothered today as its raining! Was bothered at the weekend though, it was gorgeous! :cool:


Thats a shame, sure it won't be long now though.:D

Don't forget to post some piccies when you get it.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by tree73

Hey looks like a good run and a bit of the country i'm pretty cluless about about, can you stick me down too please. Ta


Thats you added.:D:D

[tree73]

cheers muchly

[Sweeney]

you can remove the maybe from me now, no reason i shouldn't be able to make it

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

you can remove the maybe from me now, no reason i shouldn't be able to make it


No probs Sweeney, consider it done.:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

Ok folks, only room for 1 more on the run and hen we will start a reserves list, so get your name down quick if you want to come.:D

[X30YES]

Ok ,I'm onshore at that time :D,I'll take it plz

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by X30YES

Ok ,I'm onshore at that time :D,I'll take it plz


As requested young sir:D:D:D

[minimad]

any chance of putting me on reserve for this run ?.still havent been on any runs as yet .:mad::(;):approve::cool:

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by minimad

any chance of putting me on reserve for this run ?.still havent been on any runs as yet .:mad::(;):approve::cool:


No probs.:D Have added you to the reserves list.:D

[The Dogfather]

Andy, it's probably fairer to move me to the reserve list, chances of me going are fairly slim at the moment.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon

Andy, it's probably fairer to move me to the reserve list, chances of me going are fairly slim at the moment.


Thats a shame :( but thanks for your honesty,:D we shall put you on the reserves list.

[AndyP & Lenore]

Minimad, we shall move you up :D as VB is now on the reserves list.

[minimad]

thanks cant wait

[stoney]

put me for a reseve 2 please

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by s700ony

put me for a reseve 2 please


No probs. Thats you added.:D

[johnsop1]

Hi Andy

Could you put me on the reserves list + 1

thanks

Paul

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by johnsop1

Hi Andy

Could you put me on the reserves list + 1

thanks

Paul


No probs Paul thats you added.:D

[Smitty]

Mr P......could Me and the Girlfriend be put on the reserve list please!

Checked dates and can defo make this one if there are any last minute slackers!!:p

[Sweeney]

he'll let everyone go eventually, just likes being a persnickety git don't you A. :p

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Smitty

Mr P......could Me and the Girlfriend be put on the reserve list please!

Checked dates and can defo make this one if there are any last minute slackers!!:p


Yeah, will put you on the reserves list.

Or we could always kick that cheeky bu66er Sweeney off to make room for you.;):D

L

[Smitty]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore


quote:Originally posted by Smitty

Mr P......could Me and the Girlfriend be put on the reserve list please!

Checked dates and can defo make this one if there are any last minute slackers!!:p


Yeah, will put you on the reserves list.

Or we could always kick that cheeky bu66er Sweeney off to make room for you.;):D

L


We'll if push comes to shove we can have a vote......i vote for me!!:D

[Sweeney]

aww, pi$h. :(

[AndyP & Lenore]

UPDATE: Recce for second half of run done, have made a few changes including going through a ford (don't worry if you don't want to go through it there will be an alternative route).:D

Will be doing recce for first half of route this week, so we will hopefully be able to add on our reserves but will let you know when recce complete.:D

[sedgie]

Sorry fir the other thread bitty:I

[Sweeney]

quote:have made a few changes including going through a ford
Ahh good! Car could do with a wash! :D

Although, will the bumpers scrape either end as they did on the thistle run?

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney


quote:have made a few changes including going through a ford
Ahh good! Car could do with a wash! :D

Although, will the bumpers scrape either end as they did on the thistle run?


No. Well, they shouldn't. Its the same ford as Neil & Lorna used on the Holy Island run and is a really short ford. Neil's signature image has a pic of his car going through it. But it wasn't very steep on either side so you should be ok.:D But as with all fords on runs like these - it is optional and an alternative route will be provided to anyone who doesn't wish to put their car at risk.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by sedgie

Sorry fir the other thread bitty:I


Don't worry about it mate. I just know that if I start discussing our run on Criags run thread, he'll deliberatly beat me at golf the next time we play:clown:, and I cannae have that.;)

[Sweeney]

Doesn't look as deep as the ford on the thistle run so it shouldn't be too much to handle? I'd imagine it'll be fine providing theres no downpours upstream?

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

Doesn't look as deep as the ford on the thistle run so it shouldn't be too much to handle? I'd imagine it'll be fine providing theres no downpours upstream?


Defo not as deep as the ford on the Thistle run. And if there are downpours the night before and it simply doesn't look safe to go through, no-one will be going through because I'm not putting 20 odd mini's at risk.:approve:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Sedgie, do you want your name down in the reserves? Only one reserve place left for non-journalistic peeps, so let me know asap.:D

A.

[Sweeney]

Don't wanna ruin your newly kitted mini thats all, nevermind the 24 other minis ;) Well it only looks to be a couple inches deep if that, just need to remember and bring my waders and fishing gear! ;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

Don't wanna ruin your newly kitted mini thats all.... ;)


:approve:


quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

nevermind the 24 other minis ;)


Chancer!:D



quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

just need to remember and bring my waders and fishing gear! ;)


If the Ford was in the morning we could have changed the lunch arrangements to a barbeque - all fish food provided by RLSweeney!:D:D

[Sweeney]

"Shy weans get nae cakes" as they say :p

Only thing i catch seems to be a cold so don't have high hopes ;)

You've confused me lesley (not hard to do i admit :clown:), i was on about andys (lenores really :p) car being newly kitted!

[sedgie]

yes ty....put me down:D:D:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by sedgie

yes ty....put me down:D:D:D


No problem.

Is done as requested.:D

[Craig]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore


quote:Originally posted by sedgie

Sorry fir the other thread bitty:I


Don't worry about it mate. I just know that if I start discussing our run on Criags run thread, he'll deliberatly beat me at golf the next time we play:clown:, and I cannae have that.;)


:eek::eek: - I don't think there is any need for deliveratly part... it will just happen naturally... ;)

[Sweeney]

I could join you, then andy would have someone he could actually beat (yes im that s***e, lucky if i hit the damn thing first go :clown:) ;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by craigd


quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore


quote:Originally posted by sedgie

Sorry fir the other thread bitty:I


Don't worry about it mate. I just know that if I start discussing our run on Criags run thread, he'll deliberatly beat me at golf the next time we play:clown:, and I cannae have that.;)


:eek::eek: - I don't think there is any need for deliveratly part... it will just happen naturally... ;)


HA!Cough_Splutter.HA!Cough_Splutter!:eek::eek::eek :

Aye, probably.:clown::I

[AndyP & Lenore]

Front page updated.

All reserves now added in to run list. After a recce today, we are confident that there are enough parking spaces and "regroup" points to keep the run safe and fun with the full 25 cars. However, any more wishing to join would be put on a reserves list.

Lunch arrangements: We are parking in Gala town centre at lunch time, so it's a free for all. There are plenty decent eateries in the town, including a J.D. Wetherspoon's free house and Belhaven Breweries bar called The Foundry.

Route notes will be available for download soon.

A & L.:D

[sedgie]

Whayhey:D

[stoney]

nice one :):)

[Gordons_cooper_wrks]

hi can you put me down. never been on a run before so wat hapens about the reserve list etc; thanx

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Gordons_cooper_wrks

hi can you put me down. never been on a run before so wat hapens about the reserve list etc; thanx


Hi Gordon,

I've added your name to the reserve list.:) If anyone pulls out the run, you get their space.:D:D

There are a few stops along the way which are going to be tight and we will just get 25 MINI's in, so we really have to keep it to 25 cars max.

Cheers,

A.

[indigomatt]

Afternoon - could I be added to the reserve list...Ta :D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by indigomatt

Afternoon - could I be added to the reserve list...Ta :D


Hi Mathew, thats you added. No doubt someone will drop out before the day.

Cheers,

A.:D

[Sweeney]

Quite a popular run andy, comparing it to last years :eek:

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

Quite a popular run andy, comparing it to last years :eek:


Yeah. Something has clicked with runs this year, not sure what. Over the past year or so, Neil & Lorna and Lenore and I have organised 4 runs;

Heart Of The Borders 2005 - 11 cars
Holy Island 2005 - 10 Cars
Kielder Resevoir - 11 cars
Mission Impossible movie meats 2006 - 11 cars

Even Craig's A&B run last year only attracted 17 or so (25 on the list but a few just didn't turn up).

And now the runs to come this year:

Craig's A&B 2006 - 25 listed.
Borders run 2006 - 25 listed with 2 on reserves.
Secret Bunker 2006 - 25 listed with 4 on reserves.
Stoney's Blair Drummond run 2006 - 13 so far and growing.

Even Smitty had 21 down for the Angus Glens run which he had to cancel for work/educational reasons, which obviously has to come first.

Clearly there's a fair bit of renewed interest in runs.:approve:

[Sweeney]

Smitty bottled it, whos he kidding ;)

MI3 run... the "brazillian job" is due to be released soon is it not? Surely you and your insiders could clarify andy?

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

Smitty bottled it, whos he kidding ;)

MI3 run... the "brazillian job" is due to be released soon is it not? Surely you and your insiders could clarify andy?


Brazilian Job is slated for 2008. Status is that it is "In Production" but that doesn't mean the camera's are rolling, just that there's some people attached to it and they are thinking about it. Nothing more than that I'm afraid.

But you can be rest-assured, when release time comes, we will definitely be organising a run to coincide.:approve:

Brazilian Job on IMDB.com (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0427396/)

[Smurf]

Hope you guys have fun on this - we can't attend because we'll be in Portrush, Northern Ireland for the CCMC's annual Nelly's Dash of the O'rish and the Italian Ice Cream Job runs!

Wish us luck! :D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Smurf

Hope you guys have fun on this - we can't attend because we'll be in Portrush, Northern Ireland for the CCMC's annual Nelly's Dash of the O'rish and the Italian Ice Cream Job runs!

Wish us luck! :D


Ah well, there's always next year.:D

[james f]

go on put us on the reserves list

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by charlie croaker

go on put us on the reserves list


Hi James,

I've added you to the reserves list. We will be keeping to the 25 MINI's though, so won't be ading any more reserves into the run list unless someone drops out.

A.:D

[Burple]

quote:Originally posted by Smurf

Hope you guys have fun on this - we can't attend because we'll be in Portrush, Northern Ireland for the CCMC's annual Nelly's Dash of the O'rish and the Italian Ice Cream Job runs!

Wish us luck! :D



Wish we could have come over for this one. It always sounds like a blast...

There's always next year.... ;):D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by low_n_loud1
Wish we could have come over for this one. It always sounds like a blast...

There's always next year.... ;):D




It is...!:D And, I'm sure there will be...!:D

A.:D

[N12 JLK]

Canny wait, how many sleeps Andy I canny count:(
1,2,4,7,10,17,6,5 ahhh bugger it

[X30YES]

1,2,4,7,10,17,6,5 ahhh bugger it:eek::p

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by lesley12

Canny wait, how many sleeps Andy I canny count:(
1,2,4,7,10,17,6,5 ahhh bugger it


20 sleeps.:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

Ok. had an email from MarkR saying he will be unable to make the run due to other commitments.:(

So, that leaves a space open for Gordon_Cooper_wrks, and I've moved you up to the run list.:D

Gordon, as you are a fairly new member, I wonder if you would be kind enough to re-confirm you wish to join the run and also state if you will be joining one of the convoy's on this thread. (http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/snitzforums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=8737) Or if you will just be meeting us all in Selkirk.

Many thanks,

A.:D

[stoney]

thin gordon is on hols at the mo i know he is about the same area as us as he has been in 2 christines mac ds
http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/snitzforums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=8538

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by stone

thin gordon is on hols at the mo i know he is about the same area as us as he has been in 2 christines mac ds
http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/snitzforums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=8538


OK. Cheers stoney.

[Smitty]

I completly forgot i put my name down for this!!:dead:

I'll double check tonight but looks like i may have to pull out cuz the girlfriend has strated weekend work at Asda again:(

I'll report back 2mrw, might be able to round up a mate to come along, just don't fancy being passengerless!!:(

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Smitty

I completly forgot i put my name down for this!!:dead:

I'll double check tonight but looks like i may have to pull out cuz the girlfriend has strated weekend work at Asda again:(

I'll report back 2mrw, might be able to round up a mate to come along, just don't fancy being passengerless!!:(


OK, if you can let us know ASAP that would be great.:D

[gill]

As you seem to be getting a couple of folks dropping out!?! you could add us to the reserves if you want:D

Cheers - Gill, Ewan & Jamie! :D:D:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by gill

As you seem to be getting a couple of folks dropping out!?! you could add us to the reserves if you want:D

Cheers - Gill, Ewan & Jamie! :D:D:D


Cool.

Added you to reserves.

Cheers,

A.

[Gordons_cooper_wrks]

Sorry to be a pain. im just back my holidays and ive just checked the forum. you said you would put my name on the reserves list but i cant see it on there. also if a space come up do you let me know r do i just keep checking the forum. im new to this thats why i sound so dumb :D

[Gordons_cooper_wrks]

SORRY I HAVE JUST NOTICED IM NOT ON THE RESERVES LIST COz IM ON THE RUN LIST. LOL. i drove home from france yesterday and last nite and ive not had much sleep.i think we should have a run around france the roads over there are amazing. the mini loved them. i take it all i need to do now then is print of the pace note thing and turn up on time then on the 27th?

[stoney]

quote:Originally posted by Gordons_cooper_wrks

SORRY I HAVE JUST NOTICED IM NOT ON THE RESERVES LIST COz IM ON THE RUN LIST. LOL. i drove home from france yesterday and last nite and ive not had much sleep.i think we should have a run around france the roads over there are amazing. the mini loved them. i take it all i need to do now then is print of the pace note thing and turn up on time then on the 27th?


yep thats about it mate just keep ur eye on the form un till the run date :D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Gordons_cooper_wrks

Sorry to be a pain. im just back my holidays and ive just checked the forum. you said you would put my name on the reserves list but i cant see it on there. also if a space come up do you let me know r do i just keep checking the forum. im new to this thats why i sound so dumb :D




quote:Originally posted by Gordons_cooper_wrks

SORRY I HAVE JUST NOTICED IM NOT ON THE RESERVES LIST COz IM ON THE RUN LIST. LOL. i drove home from france yesterday and last nite and ive not had much sleep.i think we should have a run around france the roads over there are amazing. the mini loved them. i take it all i need to do now then is print of the pace note thing and turn up on time then on the 27th?



LOL. Gordon, are we a tad jet-lagged after having driven back from France:question::eek::D

So, yes you are now firmly on the run list. I see you've put your name down for the convoy from Hamilton. I understand that Sweeney is organising that convoy, with Angus (X30YES) holding his hand.:D

When you get to Selkirk, hunt me down and say HI! I like to make new runners as welcome as possible.:D

The pace notes will be available for download as soon as we have verified the mileages, but I will have a few copies with me on the day.

If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to ask.

A.:D

[The Dogfather]

Andy, any idea how long the run will be:question: miles that is :D

[The Dogfather]

That's what I was thinking - still it'll be the MX5 last run out before going bye bye :(

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon

Andy, any idea how long the run will be:question: miles that is :D


As it happens, Lenore and I were just going over the route notes from last year with our changes for this year. Comes out at 120 miles from Dunedin Selkirk, ending up at the Lauderdale Hotel in Lauder for drinkies.:D

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon

Andy, any idea how long the run will be:question: miles that is :D
Last years run was 108 miles and Abz to Selkirk is about 175 miles ,so your looking at + or - 450 miles . + another 20 :p:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon

That's what I was thinking - still it'll be the MX5 last run out before going bye bye :(



What was whats you were thinkings?

[Gordons_cooper_wrks]

thanx for the help andyp. im away for a sleep now to see if i can get my brain to work lol. lookin forward to the run. hope it will be the first of many.

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by Gordons_cooper_wrks

thanx for the help andyp. im away for a sleep now to see if i can get my brain to work lol. lookin forward to the run. hope it will be the first of many.
Sleep ...I'm just up and about to start appear for work :p;), well its Sunday night :D

[The Dogfather]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore

[quote]Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon

That's what I was thinking - still it'll be the MX5 last run out before going bye bye :(


I could have sworn Angus had posted summat about 600 mile round trip, which was what I was replying to. But it's gone, weird!

Still it'll be nearly 600 as Turriff is another 35 miles north of Aberdeen.

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon


quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore

[quote]Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon

That's what I was thinking - still it'll be the MX5 last run out before going bye bye :(


I could have sworn Angus had posted summat about 600 mile round trip, which was what I was replying to. But it's gone, weird!

Still it'll be nearly 600 as Turriff is another 35 miles north of Aberdeen.
Yip Paul 600 was a guess , then I checked route map and Andys 120 miles of run

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon

I could have sworn Angus had posted summat about 600 mile round trip, which was what I was replying to. But it's gone, weird!

Still it'll be nearly 600 as Turriff is another 35 miles north of Aberdeen.


Ah.:) Angus playimg mind tricks with us again.:D

[Smitty]

I think i'll have to drop out Andy:(

Mate is keen, but its just gona be too much miles for me....over 500, and just don't have the money to fill the car up that much!

Have an ace day guys, and hopefully I can attend next year!!;):D

[Sheilz]

Thanks for email. I am still planning to go. Havent been on site for a while due to work (much madness). Have also had a problem with specy. Not that he did anything wrong, but a lorry picked a fight with him and have been not only mini-less but caught up with the whole business of getting the wee chap fighting fit again. He will hopefully be released from 'hospital' on Tuesday. Lorry driver pulled out from a parked position into specy's back quarters. He apologised profusely for his idiocy and carelessness then returned to his work and told them I'd run into him. then it was I'd rolled back into him then reversed. Luckily I have an independent witness who returns to his work tomorrow so hopefully the insurance co. can get his statement first before I have to pay out the excess and then wait months to get it back. Its a complete pain in backside. If I could just get at the lying skunk s** o* b**** now I could be persuaded to get violent.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Smitty

I think i'll have to drop out Andy:(

Mate is keen, but its just gona be too much miles for me....over 500, and just don't have the money to fill the car up that much!

Have an ace day guys, and hopefully I can attend next year!!;):D


No probs Smitty, thanks for letting us know and hey there's always next year.;):D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sheilz

Thanks for email. I am still planning to go. Havent been on site for a while due to work (much madness). Have also had a problem with specy. Not that he did anything wrong, but a lorry picked a fight with him and have been not only mini-less but caught up with the whole business of getting the wee chap fighting fit again. He will hopefully be released from 'hospital' on Tuesday. Lorry driver pulled out from a parked position into specy's back quarters. He apologised profusely for his idiocy and carelessness then returned to his work and told them I'd run into him. then it was I'd rolled back into him then reversed. Luckily I have an independent witness who returns to his work tomorrow so hopefully the insurance co. can get his statement first before I have to pay out the excess and then wait months to get it back. Its a complete pain in backside. If I could just get at the lying skunk s** o* b**** now I could be persuaded to get violent.


Sorry to hear about your troubles Shielz.:(

Good to see you are still planning to come, if your plans change can you let us know ASAP as we have 2 reserves.:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

Indigomatt, thats you on the run now.:D

Can you post to the convoy thread (http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/snitzforums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=8737) saying where you are meeting up or if you are coming straight to Selkirk.:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

First post updated with the run directions now available for download.:D

If anyone has any trouble downloading them, please let me know.:D

A.:D

[Gordons_cooper_wrks]

had a wee prob downloading the run notes. it came up with "could not find the colour space named cs 8" and then "the file contians information not understood by viewer". i looked over what did open up the some of the distances and directions are not on it. please can you help.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Gordons_cooper_wrks

had a wee prob downloading the run notes. it came up with "could not find the colour space named cs 8" and then "the file contians information not understood by viewer". i looked over what did open up the some of the distances and directions are not on it. please can you help.


Gordon, make sure you have the latest version of Adobe Reader installed on your PC. Download the most recent version here (http://www.adobe.com/uk/products/acrobat/readstep2.html)

And it is worth noting that some of the mileages boxes are empty because the text to the right is a follow-on from the previous line.

If you're still having trouble, let me know. And don't worry too much, 'cos I will have copies for giving out on the day.

A.

[Gordons_cooper_wrks]

ok will try that thanx. might even try it at work 2moro . SSSHHHHHHHH dont tell my boss lol :D

[roadrunner]

Andy & Lenore, This year is turning pear shaped for me and NMS runs, I have already missed
craigs run because of work, know I find out that I have family arriving the weekend of your
run, and before you ask, I already did and NO I cant get out of it. I hope you all have great
day as I did last year and can give my spot to someone else.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by roadrunner

Andy & Lenore, This year is turning pear shaped for me and NMS runs, I have already missed
craigs run because of work, know I find out that I have family arriving the weekend of your
run, and before you ask, I already did and NO I cant get out of it. I hope you all have great
day as I did last year and can give my spot to someone else.



Thats a real shame Stuart:(. I know from our talk a wee while ago you were really looking forward to this run. Not to worry, there will always be next year:). Thanks for letting me know.:)

Cheers,

A.:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

So... Charlie Croaker - YOU'RE UP! I've added your name to the run list.:D

Can you please post to the convoy thread to state how you are getting down to Selkirk, meeting up at one of the points, or just heading down yourself.:D

Cheers,


A.:D

[Gordons_cooper_wrks]

Andy. i managed to get the run notes sorted. thanx for the help. i cant wait. wish it was this wknd. :cool:



quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore


quote:Originally posted by Gordons_cooper_wrks

had a wee prob downloading the run notes. it came up with "could not find the colour space named cs 8" and then "the file contians information not understood by viewer". i looked over what did open up the some of the distances and directions are not on it. please can you help.


Gordon, make sure you have the latest version of Adobe Reader installed on your PC. Download the most recent version here (http://www.adobe.com/uk/products/acrobat/readstep2.html)

And it is worth noting that some of the mileages boxes are empty because the text to the right is a follow-on from the previous line.

If you're still having trouble, let me know. And don't worry too much, 'cos I will have copies for giving out on the day.

A.

[AndyP & Lenore]

[quote]Originally posted by Gordons_cooper_wrks

Andy. i managed to get the run notes sorted. thanx for the help. i cant wait. wish it was this wknd. :cool:
[quote]

Glad I could help.

A.

[minimad]

is the hamilton services northbound or south bound?

[Scottie]

just had a look at the run notes gives start time but no finish time. Any idea when that will be. Doubt I will be able to do whole run as we have to travel back collects dog and return home Inverness for Sunday evening.

Just need some idea so I can work timings out in my head for getting home. ta.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by ScottieCoop

just had a look at the run notes gives start time but no finish time. Any idea when that will be. Doubt I will be able to do whole run as we have to travel back collects dog and return home Inverness for Sunday evening.

Just need some idea so I can work timings out in my head for getting home. ta.




Fiona,

Last year we finished around 4pm to 4:30pm, it should be roughly the same this year.:D

Hope this helps.:D

L

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by minimad

is the hamilton services northbound or south bound?


Pretty sure they are Northbound, but perhaps Mr Ryan or Mr Angus could confirm this.....:D

A.

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by minimad

is the hamilton services northbound or south bound?
Hamilton Svs North ...(South is Bothwell ), so young Sweeney told me once :II thought they were both called Hamilton

[Sweeney]

hamilton is northbound, bothwell is southbound. :p Tough knowing it all i tell you!

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

hamilton is northbound, bothwell is southbound. :p Tough knowing it all i tell you!


It must play heavilly on your mind, poor young man.:D

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore


quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

hamilton is northbound, bothwell is southbound. :p Tough knowing it all i tell you!


It must play heavilly on your mind, poor young man.:D
Shame he never reads the posts above first before he opens up his mouth mind !!! :clown::p;):D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by X30YES


quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore


quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

hamilton is northbound, bothwell is southbound. :p Tough knowing it all i tell you!


It must play heavilly on your mind, poor young man.:D
Shame he never reads the posts above first before he opens up his mouth mind !!! :clown::p;):D


To be fair, there was only about 70 seconds between you both posting. :D He's only a wee lad. Have to cut him a little slack, now and then.;)

[Sweeney]

OI i did see your post angus but you being as old as you are, were still a little confused as to whether that was the case... ;)

[stoney]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

OI i did see your post angus but you being as old as you are, were still a little confused as to whether that was the case... ;)


well that is the case but u can ont talk u just get lost all the time !!!:D:D

[Sweeney]

getting lost isn't being confused... it's not having a clue at all :p

[stoney]

well we all know what u are like

get's lost coming home from menizes !!!!!;)

[Sweeney]

:p

[X30YES]

:approve:

[Gordons_cooper_wrks]

Ok im confused now. Is hamilton serv is the one after the ham cut of and b4 raith?. I jst dnt wont to get lost even before i start my first nms run. lol :D

[stoney]

quote:Originally posted by Gordons_cooper_wrks

Ok im confused now. Is hamilton serv is the one after the ham cut of and b4 raith?. I jst dnt wont to get lost even before i start my first nms run. lol :D


yepthats right dont tell me we have another sweeney :D

[X30YES]

HAVE A LOOK AT THIS MAP FOR HAMILTON SERVICES (http://ukw.multimap.com/map/browse.cgi?lat=55.7875&lon=-4.0365&scale=25000&icon=x)

[Sweeney]

No need, mr know it all has sorted the situation ;) Sure it isn't bothwell services westbound he's after?

[stoney]

i know u sorted him but u get lost following me home !!!!!

[X30YES]

Gordon , If your coming from Law I would head towards the A71 then A72 Larkhall onto the M74 then its just past J6 North ,ie Hamilton and M'well

[Sweeney]

exactly what i told and showed him :D

as for the getting lost, aye well SO!? :dead::sleepy:

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

No need, mr know it all has sorted the situation ;) Sure it isn't bothwell services westbound he's after?
Is there a new service stop being built , and a new M way on the WEST ?????...god Ive onlty been away 10 days as well ;)

[stoney]

thats it and if u let me know what time u will be neer larkhall will meet and run 2 the services with u

[Sweeney]

You tell me!

Apparently there was a new service station for bothwell heading northbound so the new westbound route must be bothwell too eh angus ;)


quote:Originally posted by stone

thats it and if u let me know what time u will be neer larkhall will meet and run 2 the services with u

A mini mini run before a mini run? :clown:

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by stone

thats it and if u let me know what time u will be neer larkhall will meet and run 2 the services with uOh dear , I'm sure he will manage that all by himself !!!:D:D

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

You tell me!

Apparently there was a new service station for bothwell heading northbound so the new westbound route must be bothwell too eh angus ;)


quote:Originally posted by stone

thats it and if u let me know what time u will be neer larkhall will meet and run 2 the services with u

A mini mini run before a mini run? :clown:
The M74 runs N to S ?:p

[Sweeney]

Yes i know angus, im just deciding that there is a westbound route just like *someone* said there was a northbound bothwell services :p

[stoney]

quote:Originally posted by X30YES


quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

You tell me!

Apparently there was a new service station for bothwell heading northbound so the new westbound route must be bothwell too eh angus ;)


quote:Originally posted by stone

thats it and if u let me know what time u will be neer larkhall will meet and run 2 the services with u


just as he is geting on the m74 at the same place that was all !!!!!!

and as for a mini run 2 a mini run what do u call the run to Hermiston Gate and so on !!!!
A mini mini run before a mini run? :clown:
The M74 runs N to S ?:p

[AndyP & Lenore]

Dont want to sound too much like Angus banging on about keeping on-topic, 'cos at the end of the day this is how to get to the Borders Run you guys are discussing:D. However, I can think of a much more appropriate thread (http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/snitzforums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=8737) to discuss where the f*** Hamilton Services are, and whether they run north/south/east or west, up or down the M74 etc, etc.:D

A.:D

[Sweeney]

Mission accomplished. :p

[stoney]

sorry :(

[Gordons_cooper_wrks]

Thanx for all the help. It was the serv i was thinkin but jst wantin to finaliase it. You 3 dont half go onlike old women LOL :D. thanx. Cant wait till next Sunday. That is if we can find our way there lol.:clown:

[Sweeney]

Since im involuntarily leading us to the meeting point i doubt we will find our way there gordon :p

[sedgie]

haha....i'll see you there a week later sweeney;);):p:D

[Sweeney]

:D

[james f]

looks like im going to have to sit this one out as mini still inst to well and needs looked at again unless anyone needs a navigator

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by charlie croaker

looks like im going to have to sit this one out as mini still inst to well and needs looked at again unless anyone needs a navigator


That's a shame Charlie.:( Sorry to hear your car still isn't sorted.:(

If you find someone looking for a navigator, just come along anyway.:)

I'll put Gill up to the run list, and I'll put you on to the reserves, in anticipation of you getting your car fixed, in case someone else drops out.:)

A.

[AndyP & Lenore]

Gill, thats you guys added in to the run list.:D

Go on then.... tell us..... are you just a wee bit exceited?;)


A.:D

[gill]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore

Gill, thats you guys added in to the run list.:D

Go on then.... tell us..... are you just a wee bit exceited?;)


A.:D


YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

Em, that's a yes!

[angel-mini]

Sorry that its a bit late folks, but if there is any space for the run could you please add Angel-Mini plus 1 other Mini (W14RCO)(Better Half)

[james f]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore


quote:Originally posted by charlie croaker

looks like im going to have to sit this one out as mini still inst to well and needs looked at again unless anyone needs a navigator


That's a shame Charlie.:( Sorry to hear your car still isn't sorted.:(

If you find someone looking for a navigator, just come along anyway.:)

I'll put Gill up to the run list, and I'll put you on to the reserves, in anticipation of you getting your car fixed, in case someone else drops out.:)

A.


cheers i hope the car will be sorted but i thought better to pull out incase as i wouldnt be fair for me to drop out at the last min and mean someone missed out :D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by angel-mini

Sorry that its a bit late folks, but if there is any space for the run could you please add Angel-Mini plus 1 other Mini (W14RCO)(Better Half)


Hi Angela,

As the run is full at the moment I've added you and Marco to the reserves list. If someone pulls out, and assuming Charlie Croaker doesn't get his car fixed in time for Sunday, you will be added to the run list.

Assuming only one slot opens up, would you consider taking just the one car?

A.

[The Dogfather]

Andy, I'm unlikely to make it as we've got so much packing to do ahead of the house move. With that in mind please drop me to the reserves so that a.n.other can be sure of a place. If I can make it I'm sure one car will drop out to free up a place :D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by Vidal Buffoon

Andy, I'm unlikely to make it as we've got so much packing to do ahead of the house move. With that in mind please drop me to the reserves so that a.n.other can be sure of a place. If I can make it I'm sure one car will drop out to free up a place :D


No problem Paul. Thanks for letting us know.

A.:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

Angel_MINI, I've added you in to the run list. But you're better half is still going to have to join you in your car unless we get another one dropping out. Can you confirm this is OK? Assuming it is OK, can you add your name to the convoy page so we know where you're joining in the convoy, or if your just going to meet us in Selkirk.

Cheers,

A.:D

[angel-mini]

No Probs,:cool: it's ok, I add my name to the list, but would still like to take Marco's car along, so if anyone else drops out could you please add his name to the list. Thank very much.:D:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by angel-mini

No Probs,:cool: it's ok, I add my name to the list, but would still like to take Marco's car along, so if anyone else drops out could you please add his name to the list. Thank very much.:D:D


Yeah no probs, you have been added and Marco is on the reserves.:D

Can you go to the convoy thread and let everyone know if you will be joining them or making your own way to Selkirk.:D

[N12 JLK]

Looking forward to Sunday getting excited already:p
Now all I need to think about is what nice wee snacks i can bring along to scoff.

[N12 JLK]

Kerr may not be going as he is going to the Dunoon games with his grandparents on Saturday night if it stays dry, if it pees down then he will be there:)

Beware of the human spew machine!!!!

[sedgie]

bring loads cos i always starvin!:p

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by N12 JLK

Looking forward to Sunday getting excited already:p
Now all I need to think about is what nice wee snacks i can bring along to scoff.



Those sausages in ketchup always look rather fetching.:D:D:D

[Sweeney]

you've jynxed yourself now jason! you just know it'll go pete tong on sunday morning! :p

[sedgie]

ho! jason get cookin yer wee snack box now!:p:p;):D

[Scottie]

OMG the run this Sunday.:I I forgot.

[Sweeney]

:eek:

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by ScottieCoop

OMG the run this Sunday.:I I forgot.




You...... FORGOT?????!!!!:disapprove::disapprove:

You're still gonna make it though right? I mean, you're still coming on the run right? I mean, you wouldn't drop out now would you? Right?

A.:D

[Scottie]

quote:Originally posted by AndyP & Lenore


quote:Originally posted by ScottieCoop

OMG the run this Sunday.:I I forgot.




You...... FORGOT?????!!!!:disapprove::disapprove:

You're still gonna make it though right? I mean, you're still coming on the run right? I mean, you wouldn't drop out now would you? Right?

A.:D


Well !!!!!! no I wouldn't drop out now:D although I do have a 101 diy jobs for Allan to be getting on with but funny enough he says it will be ok for us to go on the run.;) just means he will have to get the jobs finished in double quick time.

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by ScottieCoop
Well !!!!!! no I wouldn't drop out now:D although I do have a 101 diy jobs for Allan to be getting on with but funny enough he says it will be ok for us to go on the run.;) just means he will have to get the jobs finished in double quick time.


Cool!:D

See you Sunday!:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

Just for you Jason - Only 6 sleeps to go.:D

[angel-mini]

scuse my ignorance,but could someone tell me where to find the thread for the convoy cheer's

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by angel-mini

scuse my ignorance,but could someone tell me where to find the thread for the convoy cheer's


It's in the Mini Meets and Social Forum, underneath all the "Sticky" topics.

Here you go: this be what u lookin for! (http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/snitzforums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=8737)

A.:D

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by ScottieCoop

OMG the run this Sunday.:I I forgot.


:clown: ( . ):D

[angel-mini]

Hi Folks:) we will be at Hermiston Gait.:D

[james f]

best knock me off the resevers alltogeaher as i think i have a suspesion coil and shock on the way out

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by charlie croaker

best knock me off the resevers alltogeaher as i think i have a suspesion coil and shock on the way out


:(

Sorry to hear that Charlie.

Thanks for letting us know.

A.:)

[stoney]

well it looks like i will be less my side kick for this run as christine carnt get out of work


whos going 2 poor my tea out for me :(

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by stone

well it looks like i will be less my side kick for this run as christine carnt get out of work


whos going 2 poor my tea out for me :(


20 Questions maybe?;)

[Sweeney]

OI cheeky bu66er, 20Q's has his own car... as much as i'd love to; if i go in his car again i'd have to drive it, i have been converted to the (Works)S side!

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

OI cheeky bu66er, 20Q's has his own car... as much as i'd love to; if i go in his car again i'd have to drive it, i have been converted to the (Works)S side!
If your (_!_) was of normal proportion you could have been in my JCW seats :p:D:D:D

[Sweeney]

Not rising to it angus :p

[X30YES]

quote:Originally posted by Sweeney

Not rising to it angus :p
Might have even let you drive it as well !!!:p

[Sweeney]

Not insured so i wouldn't even if you offered :p.

I don't touch anything unless i can afford a new one/repair if broke.

anyways you are going off topic, how dare you...! :clown:

[sedgie]

i'll hae a wee shot o yer car Angus:p:p:D.....n see if i want a works;)

[Sheilz]

Am afraid I need to pull out of the trip. My car appears to be under some kind of jinx just now. Was giving it a wash last night and found a flat tyre. Munro took it down to the garage to blow it up, which he did literally! Got a great bloody hole in it now. Both back tyres were getting low on wear anyway so have had to stump up for two new tyres and have mini emergency lined up to take it to the garage in the morning to have them fitted. This expense on top of my insurance excess (not yet sure if this will be refunded) puts the run outwith my budget for this month. Am really scunnered about it.
I also need to go back to have 'words', hopefully not too cross, with JC bodyshop as they've botched up the paint job when they repaired my car. I'm also wondering if they missed damage to the tyre which was on the damaged wheel. Seems a bit of a coincidence that it just happens to have a hole in it within a week of being returned to me. Anyway, I hope my replacement's pleasure at getting on the trip is in inverse proportions to my disappointment.

[AndyP & Lenore]

Thats a bummer Sheilz.:( Many thanks for letting us know.

Really sorry to hear you are still having trouble with your Mini.:(:( It seems entirely possible that the tyre was damaged in your wee accident, and JC's may well have missed it.:mad: I'd do exactly what your saying, get back in there a press your case. And making a botch of the paint job is simply not good enough. You're paying for a service, you expect to receive it.:approve:

Let us know how you get on.:question:

Best of luck.:)

A & L.:D

[AndyP & Lenore]

So with Shielz having to drop out :(, it means Marco (W14RCO (Angel-Mini's Better half)) is now in the run list.:D

A.:D

[X30YES]

Time you were in Bed Andy ;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

quote:Originally posted by X30YES

Time you were in Bed Andy ;)


LOL.:D Been working away with mp3's, m3p's, .wav's and AAC's. See this thread. (http://www.newminiscotland.co.uk/snitzforums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=8898) :D

[Sheilz]

Thanks, Am getting the paintwork redone and the damage estimator thinks I may get the tyre on the insurance as well though this isnt guaranteed yet. JC were apologetic and helpful and I can book in whenever it suits me. It was a relief not having to do the 'cross' bit. I hope everyone has a great time on Sunday and will look out for the pics afterwards. Maybe next year!

[Scottie]

Looked at my motor today not been washed since prior to Craig's run. the inside is knee deep in fag ash. The windows has road kill and midge blood all over it.

Allan's no here and well looks like I'll need to clean it myself but can't be bothered.

don't know why I'm posting this but was just sitting bored at my work thinking of the mess my car is in.:I

[Neil and Lorna]

quote:Originally posted by ScottieCoop

Looked at my motor today not been washed since prior to Craig's run. the inside is knee deep in fag ash. The windows has road kill and midge blood all over it.

Allan's no here and well looks like I'll need to clean it myself but can't be bothered.

don't know why I'm posting this but was just sitting bored at my work thinking of the mess my car is in.:I


:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

Ours is the same but no fag ash.
But will be remedied before Sunday.

Neil

[Gismo]

quote:Originally posted by Neil and LornaOurs is the same but no fag ash.
But will be remedied before SundaySorry for the hijack, but, does that mean you're gonna fill your car up with fag ash :p
I'll get my coat :I

[Craig]

quote:Originally posted by ScottieCoop

Looked at my motor today not been washed since prior to Craig's run. the inside is knee deep in fag ash. The windows has road kill and midge blood all over it.

Allan's no here and well looks like I'll need to clean it myself but can't be bothered.

don't know why I'm posting this but was just sitting bored at my work thinking of the mess my car is in.:I


If your down the road tommorrow, I'll give it a wash (Off all day, but working on Sat... :()

Give me a text if you want to pop over. :D

[AndyP & Lenore]

We spent hours scrubbing up both cars today. The MINI is now sparkling and covered up ready for Sunday.:D:D

3 More sleeps :D:D