• Post Bishop Castle Cruise / Feedback Thread

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

Hey guys,

I am not sure if it's just me, but that cruise to Bishop castle half failed for me.

We lacked organization, the cruise was maybe too long, and we didn't get to socialize or do any kind of activities beside following the Zed crew. Okay, I know it was a farewell cruise for Robert, but lets not repeat the same mistakes again.

Myself and other core members of CMZC can probably cope with it, but I think that this is a "first and last cruise" for some less enthusiastic members and future members.(Yeah, I felt quite back for Cexy7 who tagged along on a rather straining cruise with her baby).

I all in for more localized meetings for maybe a drink, or we can do canyon runs, drive through mountain passes, hike, run track or go kart events etc...

Anyways, I don't mean to rant, but merely input suggestions to improve these meetings.

If anyone got suggestions or photos from this cruise, please post!

-Bi

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

Thats definitely a good suggestion man!

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

I totally agree...although the cruise had it's fun parts....it was pretty grueling...

320 plus miles....ouch!

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

I agree...a shorter blast through the canyons up this way, followed by a beer/food would be a better weekend thing that the all day cruise to the Springs adventure. I had to cut short because of work this afternoon, but I still had fun going on the first stretch of the legs for the RX-8. I was surprised to look down at one point and see triple digit speeds. Sooooooo smooth. Loved it!

I've gone on a few other cruises with some different clubs here, a lot of back canyon stuff out past Boulder. We stopped a lot for photos, stopped when we found interesting sites, etc. Let's work on getting a nice local cruise sometime. I'm definitely game for that.

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Anh Bi @ Sep 29 2007, 06:37 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=2360]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>

Hey guys,

I am not sure if it's just me, but that cruise to Bishop castle half failed for me.

We lacked organization, the cruise was maybe too long, and we didn't get to socialize or do any kind of activities beside following the Zed crew. Okay, I know it was a farewell cruise for Robert, but lets not repeat the same mistakes again.

Myself and other core members of CMZC can probably cope with it, but I think that this is a "first and last cruise" for some less enthusiastic members and future members.(Yeah, I felt quite back for Cexy7 who tagged along on a rather straining cruise with her baby).

I all in for more localized meetings for maybe a drink, or we can do canyon runs, drive through mountain passes, hike, run track or go kart events etc...

Anyways, I don't mean to rant, but merely input suggestions to improve these meetings.

If anyone got suggestions or photos from this cruise, please post!

-Bi[/b]

Hey, don't feel bad for me.. I had fun! Yeah it was a little (ok a lot) longer of a drive then I was expecting. But the baby did better then I haha. That wind was killing me, worst gas mileage I have ever gotten in that thing. And man you guys and GAL with your cars made me miss my "Zoomie" so much.
But I did want to add that I really appreciated you guys looking out for me, and making sure I didn't get left behind. I'm so glad to have found a group with some down to earth people in it. I'm HOOKED! You can't get rid of me very easily... now I just need to get a job so I can get me a speed3 and keep up with you guys!!

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

You would love a speed3 [img]http://coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif[/img] We did as best we could to make sure you were always with us and I'm glad you weren't burnt out about anything really.. Yeah it was super long really super long lol... total of 345 miles for me I'm glad you had fun though either traveling with us or during the whole thing.

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (CeXy7 @ Sep 29 2007, 09:07 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=2373]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>

Hey, don't feel bad for me.. I had fun! Yeah it was a little (ok a lot) longer of a drive then I was expecting. But the baby did better then I haha. That wind was killing me, worst gas mileage I have ever gotten in that thing. And man you guys and GAL with your cars made me miss my "Zoomie" so much.
But I did want to add that I really appreciated you guys looking out for me, and making sure I didn't get left behind. I'm so glad to have found a group with some down to earth people in it. I'm HOOKED! You can't get rid of me very easily... now I just need to get a job so I can get me a speed3 and keep up with you guys!![/b]

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

I totally agree about the 2nd half...we kept wanting to stop for photos, breaks etc. i'm with the rest of you for a shorter & scenic cruise! thanks to everyone for coming for robert though! it was great meeting all of you!

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

The wind, the sand, the runaway bushes hitting your car running at 100mph, the ornament of splattered bugs on your front bumpers... the list goes on.

The interstate sucks!

The only fun part was the twisties for me [img]http://coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif[/img]

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

This cruise was defiantly brutal, but in all we did a rather good job on sticking together for the most part. Glad to see everyone again and to finally meet Trish (sp?). But yeah no more long cruises, but even for our next cruise we should have walkie-talkies for everyone so it wont be a quite boring ride. I did have fun though! Great time for the most part.

Edit: Oh and Anh Bi i completely agree that it sucks we never got a chance to stop and chat ect. Something that cruise defiantly needed.

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Colombia28 @ Sep 29 2007, 09:41 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=2379]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>

This cruise was defiantly brutal, but in all we did a rather good job on sticking together for the most part. Glad to see everyone again and to finally meet Trish (sp?). But yeah no more long cruises, but even for our next cruise we should have walkie-talkies for everyone so it wont be a quite boring ride. I did have fun though! Great time for the most part.[/b]

yep thats my name.... also I agree on the walkies.. good idea to have.. I was actually going to ask, what brand are yours, or do they even have to be the same brand?

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

It would be nice if everyone pitches in for a set of 4-6 same walkie-talkies so we can be all on the same frequency.
I am sure we can find some cheap short range ones, but we all need to be able talk on the same frequency.

Copy that? [img]http://coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif[/img]

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Anh Bi @ Sep 29 2007, 09:51 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=2384]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>

It would be nice if everyone pitches in for a set of 4-6 same walkie-talkies so we can be all on the same frequency.
I am sure we can find some cheap short range ones, but we all need to be able talk on the same frequency.

Copy that? [img]http://coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif[/img][/b]

10-4 [img]http://coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rolleyes.gif[/img]

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

I'm def gonna be picking up a pair a walkie talkie thingys......recommend a make/model?

Robert, finally I get to see your ride up close....WOW....frickin yummy dude. The best looking 'Z' there today for sure...

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (CeXy7 @ Sep 29 2007, 09:50 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=2381]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>

yep thats my name.... also I agree on the walkies.. good idea to have.. I was actually going to ask, what brand are yours, or do they even have to be the same brand?[/b]

I think mine are motorola but they do not need to be the same brand, just same channel. Like today i brought a pair and Jack had one so myself, Josh, and Jack had a walkie-talkie; two different brands but on the same channel so it works.

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Anh Bi @ Sep 29 2007, 09:51 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=2384]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>

It would be nice if everyone pitches in for a set of 4-6 same walkie-talkies so we can be all on the same frequency.
I am sure we can find some cheap short range ones, but we all need to be able talk on the same frequency.

Copy that? [img]http://coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif[/img][/b]

Agree! I will looking into getting a good amount of walkies so next time everyone has one.

Posted: **Sat Sep 29, 2007 9:14**

Anh, some good points you made there. Can't say much as I missed all the driving. I have to say the part I attended was enjoyable, it was
great to finally meet the new faces of CMZC (except Angie j/k). Hang out and socialize.... it what I think is the best part about this club.
Trish is right, you are a good bunch of people (except Josh j/k) and why I continue to stick my nose in every thread I can.

So to summarize, the next time you have a shorter local cruize I will make every effort to attend. [img]http://coloradomazdaclub.com/forums/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img] but 320 miles is a bit much for me. Whoa!