Sounding out mini meets

TTDegs · 30th August 2006, 21:53

EDIT: Pottsy 31/8 1536: Added a poll (feel free to edit, TT)

possibly a bit early in the day, but something which worked very well back in the online world of TTs was real world mini meets (and a yearly major meet

)

completly informal, took whatever form was wanted, from meeting up in a pub / carpack for an hour to natter, or fit something for someone having problems, to going for a blast or just having a photo op

basically worked by having a 'meet' sub section, with a thread for each area in which people organised when and where.

worth a go?

Velocity · 31st August 2006, 13:38

TTDegs, This sounds like a good idea to me. We have something similar in the RX8 Owners Club.

TTDegs · 31st August 2006, 14:25

Wahey!

67 reads and 1 reply

cheers Velocity

Perhaps now you've said yes, others will stop being so shy

:P

Velocity · 31st August 2006, 14:33

Or i've put people off !!!

kevin_lufc · 31st August 2006, 14:35

TT, I for one like the idea of "meets" but if you search the forum you will find that its not that popular. I like the idea of a seperate page for those of us who are interested. Pottsy/Basegreen (if your still talking to me) any chance?

Andrea · 31st August 2006, 14:38

i used to go on meets when i had my ZR, they were a right giggle but it just depends on how many people you have in certain areas.

richierich · 31st August 2006, 14:42

I was initially pessimistic about the idea, but I think I am coming round to the idea now. Especially as the Wife seems to enjoy Civic spotting and doesn't rib me about this place anymore. When the stickers are ready I might even get her one for the AX, would probably double its value (the cars, not the stickers)

Pottsy · 31st August 2006, 15:35

No, I'm keen. If for no other reason than somewhere to go on a day off

Trouble is, we're all fairly thinly spread out. So, as I type, I've had an idea. We need a poll, to see how many would go to certain locations.

I'll slap one in (!) on TT's post.

Trekker308 · 31st August 2006, 15:44

Stuck here down in the Tropics of the South Coast, it has to be Oxford!

Maldax · 31st August 2006, 15:49

What's up with all heading back to Swindon

richierich · 31st August 2006, 16:14

As its only 15 miles down the road, Oxford. Or somewhere in the surrounding countryside, Cotswolds etc.

Fedorov · 31st August 2006, 16:56

Can we have a Newcastle or Teesside option please for us true North Easterners

I think a few of us mentioned in a thread a while ago about maybe Hartlepool Mariner for a good photo shoot as well.

TTDegs · 31st August 2006, 17:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fedorov

Can we have a Newcastle or Teesside option please for us true North Easterners

I think a few of us mentioned in a thread a while ago about maybe Hartlepool Mariner for a good photo shoot as well.

I would add that in - but it's not letting me

I can edit the main text of the post, but not the poll options?

elfa7 · 31st August 2006, 17:44

I've gone for Donnington ---- see you all there OK

karlak · 31st August 2006, 17:50

Did a similar thing when we got the the Wifes MINI. We actually met on the edge of the PEAK DISTRICT and then went for a drive stopping at the Pub at the highest point (forget it's name).

Was a good get together. Quite centrally located, and some stunning photo opportunities.

Andrea · 31st August 2006, 17:55

i have voted for harrogate but i think edinburgh is probs just as close.
it would be nice for a newcastle/teesside meet but as there aint many of us around probs wont happen and me and graeme are also willing to travel an hour or so to these things.
i work quite a lot of weekends so may not be able to attend when one is organised but if one is arranged we will try our best to make it!! XXXXXX
Andrea XXXXXX

elfa7 · 31st August 2006, 19:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by karlak

Did a similar thing when we got the the Wifes MINI. We actually met on the edge of the PEAK DISTRICT and then went for a drive stopping at the Pub at the highest point (forget it's name).

Was a good get together. Quite centrally located, and some stunning photo opportunities.

Was it the Cat & Fiddle ?.

karlak · 31st August 2006, 19:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by elfa7

Quote:

Originally Posted by karlak

Did a similar thing when we got the the Wifes MINI. We actually met on the edge of the PEAK DISTRICT and then went for a drive stopping at the Pub at the highest point (forget it's name).

Was a good get together. Quite centrally located, and some stunning photo opportunities.

Was it the Cat & Fiddle ?.

That's the one. Can we have the Peak District added as an Option ?

elfa7 · 31st August 2006, 19:22

"Suits you sir", suits me too

TTDegs · 31st August 2006, 19:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by karlak

Quote:

Originally Posted by elfa7

Quote:

Originally Posted by karlak

Did a similar thing when we got the the Wifes MINI. We actually met on the edge of the PEAK DISTRICT and then went for a drive stopping at the Pub at the highest point (forget it's name).

Was a good get together. Quite centrally located, and some stunning photo opportunities.

Was it the Cat & Fiddle ?.

That's the one. Can we have the Peak District added as an Option ?

possibly, if we ask Pottsy very nicely

I can't add it - it won't let me

View Poll Results: If there was a mini meet, which would be the nearest place for you?
Edinburgh	7	9.21%
Harrogate	13	17.11%
Donington Park (M1 J21)	10	13.16%
Oxford	24	31.58%
Exeter	0	0%
M25 south loop (Reigate?)	11	14.47%
Peak District	11	14.47%
Voters: 76. You may not vote on this poll \| Withdraw Vote

30th August 2006, 21:53	#1 (permalink)
TTDegs Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 4th August 2006 Location: Cardiff Posts: 5,634 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	mini meets EDIT: Pottsy 31/8 1536: Added a poll (feel free to edit, TT) possibly a bit early in the day, but something which worked very well back in the online world of TTs was real world mini meets (and a yearly major meet ) completly informal, took whatever form was wanted, from meeting up in a pub / carpack for an hour to natter, or fit something for someone having problems, to going for a blast or just having a photo op basically worked by having a 'meet' sub section, with a thread for each area in which people organised when and where. worth a go?

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31st August 2006, 13:38	#2 (permalink)
Velocity Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 21st August 2006 Location: Rotherham Posts: 343 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	TTDegs, This sounds like a good idea to me. We have something similar in the RX8 Owners Club.

31st August 2006, 14:25	#3 (permalink)
TTDegs Super Moderator Civinfo master Join Date: 4th August 2006 Location: Cardiff Posts: 5,634 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	Wahey! 67 reads and 1 reply cheers Velocity Perhaps now you've said yes, others will stop being so shy :P

31st August 2006, 14:33	#4 (permalink)
Velocity Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 21st August 2006 Location: Rotherham Posts: 343 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Or i've put people off !!!

31st August 2006, 14:35	#5 (permalink)
kevin_lufc Supporter Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 17th April 2006 Location: Leeds Posts: 370 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	TT, I for one like the idea of "meets" but if you search the forum you will find that its not that popular. I like the idea of a seperate page for those of us who are interested. Pottsy/Basegreen (if your still talking to me) any chance?

31st August 2006, 14:38	#6 (permalink)
Andrea Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 22nd July 2006 Location: Lynemouth, Northumberland Posts: 421 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	i used to go on meets when i had my ZR, they were a right giggle but it just depends on how many people you have in certain areas.

31st August 2006, 14:42	#7 (permalink)
richierich Smell My Cheese! Rocketship door handle Join Date: 17th May 2006 Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire Posts: 1,847 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	I was initially pessimistic about the idea, but I think I am coming round to the idea now. Especially as the Wife seems to enjoy Civic spotting and doesn't rib me about this place anymore. When the stickers are ready I might even get her one for the AX, would probably double its value (the cars, not the stickers)

31st August 2006, 15:35	#8 (permalink)
Pottsy Administrator Civinfo master Join Date: 10th April 2006 Location: Leics Posts: 5,943 Thanks: 26 Thanked 243 Times in 130 Posts iTrader: (0)	No, I'm keen. If for no other reason than somewhere to go on a day off Trouble is, we're all fairly thinly spread out. So, as I type, I've had an idea. We need a poll, to see how many would go to certain locations. I'll slap one in (!) on TT's post.

31st August 2006, 15:44	#9 (permalink)
Trekker308 ..with Superchips please! Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 29th July 2006 Location: Ringwood Posts: 337 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	Stuck here down in the Tropics of the South Coast, it has to be Oxford!

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Maldax Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 12th June 2006 Location: Reading, Berks Posts: 1,052 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	What's up with all heading back to Swindon

31st August 2006, 16:14	#11 (permalink)
richierich Smell My Cheese! Rocketship door handle Join Date: 17th May 2006 Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire Posts: 1,847 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	As its only 15 miles down the road, Oxford. Or somewhere in the surrounding countryside, Cotswolds etc.

31st August 2006, 16:56	#12 (permalink)
Fedorov Supporter Magic Rear Seat Join Date: 15th April 2006 Posts: 783 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Can we have a Newcastle or Teesside option please for us true North Easterners I think a few of us mentioned in a thread a while ago about maybe Hartlepool Mariner for a good photo shoot as well.

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elfa7 Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 8th May 2006 Location: Cheshire Posts: 1,699 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	I've gone for Donnington ---- see you all there OK

31st August 2006, 17:50	#15 (permalink)
karlak Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 3rd June 2006 Posts: 432 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Did a similar thing when we got the the Wifes MINI. We actually met on the edge of the PEAK DISTRICT and then went for a drive stopping at the Pub at the highest point (forget it's name). Was a good get together. Quite centrally located, and some stunning photo opportunities.

31st August 2006, 17:55	#16 (permalink)
Andrea Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 22nd July 2006 Location: Lynemouth, Northumberland Posts: 421 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	i have voted for harrogate but i think edinburgh is probs just as close. it would be nice for a newcastle/teesside meet but as there aint many of us around probs wont happen and me and graeme are also willing to travel an hour or so to these things. i work quite a lot of weekends so may not be able to attend when one is organised but if one is arranged we will try our best to make it!! XXXXXX Andrea XXXXXX

31st August 2006, 19:22	#19 (permalink)
elfa7 Supporter Rocketship door handle Join Date: 8th May 2006 Location: Cheshire Posts: 1,699 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	"Suits you sir", suits me too