North Wales & Snowdonia Run - Sunday 23 April 2017

[Lakelad]

Sunday 23rd April 2017 - Wales run

So here is the listing for this years run around Snowdonia and North Wales.

THE STARTING POINT IS THE TRAVEL INN CHESTER EAST SEVICES J14 M56 CH2 4QZ at 09.00

You can all fill up with petrol here, before starting the out.The start time is 9.00 am so please be on time as we will be doing 175 to 200 miles.

This run is tried as tested and a firm favourite with some amazing roads and consists of the best coastal and mountain roads North Wales has to offer. A brilliant day out not to be missed. We stop for a coffee in the morning, a lunch stop at the picturesque coastal town Criccieth where you can have lunch at the local cafes or bring your own food.

AS ON ANY RUN OUT THE MAXIUM NUMBER IS 12 CARS.

As Bill Hulme normally leads this run we can either take it in turns to lead bits of the route of if anyone wants Bill as co-pilot, and if Bill wants to come along, then they are welcome to lead. I can supply route details in advance. Thanks to Bill and Mike for offering to lead - who knows they might each have a car by then if negotiations go well!!

If you need more info send me a message or reply to this thread.

Graham (lakelad)
Anthony (Gilles27)
Bill & Mike (WiLLiAMR2)
John & Martin (Johnsf)
Michael (michaeljapp)

[John Simons]

Please add John and Morgan Simons

[Lakelad]

Please add John and Morgan Simons

Added - you are welcome to lead it if you want to. This run is always too fast for me - I can never keep up on the last leg back from Betws y Coed to Denbigh!

[John Simons]

Leading is for others, I prefer to follow thanks

[Sillyhatday]

Added - you are welcome to lead it if you want to. This run is always too fast for me - I can never keep up on the last leg back from Betws y Coed to Denbigh!

Sounds exciting! I'll have to check my dates before committing.

[paulandchez]

Argh.....really want to do this one. I'll know in about a week if I'm free so fingers crossed there's room left if I can

[tommundy]

Put me down please! :D First time I can make it in a few years.

[Gilles27]

Please add me.

[Lakelad]

Thanks.

Paul added you as TBC - please let me know when you know more.

Tom and Anthony also added.

Thanks.

Graham

[Wi11iAMR2]

Put us down please,

Thanks, Bill & Mike

[Lakelad]

Put us down please,

Thanks, Bill & Mike

Thanks - Added

[bill hulme]

This run has always put massive smiles on the member face, brilliant roads and a full day out over 200 miles in beautiful Wales, Is be running for many years now because of its success, I would recommend it to old and new members, You are welcome from any area, and they do come from all over.
Bill.

[Johnsf]

Looking forward to this, put me down plus co-pilot.

John F

[Lakelad]

Looking forward to this, put me down plus co-pilot.

John F

Thanks John - added.

Graham

[tommundy]

Do people fancy getting these plaques for the run?

http://www.mr2mk1club.com/images/imported/2017/03/Driveitday2015hires500x500-1.png

or with the date:

http://www.mr2mk1club.com/images/imported/2017/03/DiD20RP202017DATED20MED500x500-1.png

http://www.dragonflyhouse.co.uk/driveit/

If we do, I don't mind the club buying them to get the cheaper price for bulk and then you all paying me back on the day.

Cheers,
Tom

[michaeljapp]

Can you add me to the list as well please!

[Lakelad]

Thanks Michael - Added

[BIGBOYZJUNK]

Great day out

[Gilles27]

Do people fancy getting these plaques for the run?

http://www.mr2mk1club.com/images/imported/2017/03/Driveitday2015hires500x500-1.png

or with the date:

http://www.mr2mk1club.com/images/imported/2017/03/DiD20RP202017DATED20MED500x500-1.png

http://www.dragonflyhouse.co.uk/driveit/

If we do, I don't mind the club buying them to get the cheaper price for bulk and then you all paying me back on the day.

Cheers,
Tom

Just realised that nobody has replied to this Tom. I like the idea, but I'm not sure where we would attach them?

[Lakelad]

Yes I agree with Anthony regarding the signs.

[Wi11iAMR2]

I agree, good idea. What about stickers, is that possible?

[tommundy]

Anything is possible, but these plaques can be bought without any additional overhead of design, printing etc. :)

As for mounting, I was thinking either on the front splitter, tucked into the dashboard or in the rear window, depending on how precious you are over your paintwork. I'll provide the cable ties. :)

So, how many shall I order? Is there anyone that doesn't want one purchasing?

[BIGBOYZJUNK]

I don't do stickers ;-)

[tommundy]

I don't do stickers ;-)
What about a plaque? :P

[Gilles27]

I'll have one then please. :thumbup:

[Wi11iAMR2]

Yup, I sort of know what you mean about stickers, it was just a thought.

Anyway we'll have one, I'm sure we'll find somewhere for it.

[mk1 dal]

Put me down mate i can take the lead after dinner stop if needed .:thumbup:

[Lakelad]

Added. Bill and Mike are happy to lead when I spoke to them this weekend but I think there a few of us now who know the route.


Put me down mate i can take the lead after dinner stop if needed .:thumbup:

[paulandchez]

Gonna have to pull out folks. Got the kids now.....and they won't fit! One year we'll actually get on this one. Hope someone else can take our place

[Gilles27]

Gonna have to pull out folks. Got the kids now.....and they won't fit! One year we'll actually get on this one. Hope someone else can take our place

Maybe you need another mr2?

https://www.gumtree.com/p/toyota/toyota-mr2-mk1-aw11-in-beautiful-condition-price-lowered-12-months-mot-/1223272045

;)

[paulandchez]

Haha unfortunately that's still leaves one seat short.....but I like your style :-)

[Lakelad]

Thanks for letting us know - I have taken you off the list.

Graham


Gonna have to pull out folks. Got the kids now.....and they won't fit! One year we'll actually get on this one. Hope someone else can take our place

[tommundy]

I've ordered 8 drive it day plaques, so they'll just be £6.50 each to anyone that wants one on the day. :+:

I'll provide the tie wraps. :)

If anyone doesn't want one for whatever reason, I bought the un-dated ones, so they can be used for future runs.

[tommundy]

Woo!
http://www.mr2mk1club.com/images/imported/2017/04/e02db1ad71bab2d63f394ab98d6006cf-1.jpg

[tommundy]

I unfortunately now can't make this. :'(

I was hoping to get the new exhaust made up for my car in time, but found out at the beginning of the week that it'd be a few weeks time at the earliest. Although my car is driving at the moment, I don't want to risk getting stranded if the exhaust decides to make an early departure from the car whilst bombing around Wales.

Have a cracking run everyone!

(I've messaged Anthony re. the plaques)

[Gilles27]

Just been chatting to a neighbour down the road who's got a yellow MG tf. He'd love to join us on a run if he's available. Would a non-Toyota be allowed?

[John Simons]

Unfortunately I won't be able to make it as the car isn't ready for the run

[Lakelad]

Thanks Tom and John for letting us know - I have updated the list!


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[Gilles27]

Tom has dropped the Drive It Day plaques off with me. If you want one (or 2!) tomorrow please bring £6.50. It'd be helpful if you could have the right change. Cheers.

[mk1 dal]

Sorry lads i cant make it , restoring my new car and have to paint it Sunday while booths free . have a good run .

[Lakelad]

Thanks for letting us know - hope the painting goes well!


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[michaeljapp]

Thank you to Bill, Michael and everyone else for the run today, its was a good day out as ever.

Obligatory photo of people taking photos.

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[Gilles27]

Cracking weather! A great route, shame about the Nissan Joke who wouldn't get out of the way. We did some impressive coordinated parking!

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Route planning:
http://www.mr2mk1club.com/images/imported/2017/04/e4443058a77ed86670fbb6500235f621-1.jpg

[paulandchez]

Looks like you had a great day. Gutted I couldn't be there

[Sillyhatday]

Some great examples of a MR2 there. I'll certainly get on this one next year. Looking forward to next month now. See you all in the Peaks!

[Lakelad]

Just made it home (24 hour's after everyone else - stopped off enroute to attend to family commitments). A great day out as always. Thanks to Bill and Michael for a great day.

[SGL904]

Joined too late to organise for this one, but looks great and will try and be there next time ...

[Gilles27]

Joined too late to organise for this one, but looks great and will try and be there next time ...

Get your name down for this one! http://www.mr2mk1club.com/showthread.php?17759-Peaks-run-21-may-2017

[Johnsf]

Lake Bala

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Lunchtime stop at Criccieth

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[Johnsf]

Snowdon not hidden by cloud !

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Boys and their toys

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Loo stop cum car show

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Had a brilliant time as usual

John & Martin

[Wi11iAMR2]

Thanks guys. Lovely weather, some good roads and nice photos.

Sorry about the traffic!!!