Cruisin the Coast Oct.2-9 [Archive]

Bill Howell

07-25-2011, 03:18 PM

http://www.cruisinthecoast.com/

A friend of mine is the promoter for this event and is also the guy that does all the RTT event shirts.
This year, to add to the mix, there hopefully will be something we all love, a bit of autocrossing. We are working out those details now, but I have marked my calendar for this week.
There are other surprises in the works, but for anyone that has been to this event before, you know this is already one of the biggest 7 day cruise type events on the planet.
Check out the link, see what your plans look like and join me for yet another great event that includes driving your car!

WHO IS IN?

BayouSS

07-25-2011, 03:54 PM

I plan on trying to make it Bill as I only live 2 hours away.

Z06vet

07-25-2011, 04:02 PM

I am in. I was going anyway, but with the autocross I am psyched. I missed the autocross at the powertour this year due to a bad axle seal. Usually I just drive around & sit in traffic. Hit the swap meet early to see whats there. There's a decent 1/4 mi drag strip in gulfport. Its not part of the event, but I went friday night and had a great time. Where will the autocross be set up?
Scott

Bill Howell

07-25-2011, 04:09 PM

Probably in Gulfport. Drag Strip....... interesting. Do you have a name on that? Maybe we could tie something there too, speed stop????? do it on a weekday when track isn't busy? The more things like that, the more we can draw attention to the event and add value, plus, make it more fun for our segment of the hobby.

Z06vet

07-25-2011, 04:16 PM

Here's a link to the their website. Guess I need to get going on my reservations! Its great to have some driving events close by. I'll be keeping up with this thread. Scott

http://www.gulfportdragway.com/

73z-6sp

07-25-2011, 04:29 PM

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Bill Howell

07-25-2011, 05:14 PM

Dag nabbit! Why are all the events on the east coast? :(

This is Mississippi, not really east coast. Jump on I-10 and you are not but a day away.... :)

73z-6sp

07-25-2011, 05:25 PM

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GrabberGT

07-26-2011, 03:52 AM

Bill Howell

07-26-2011, 07:32 AM

Are you serious?!? The one year I decide not to come out, you all make an event out of it. Just my luck. I've even talked with the regional SCCA about setting up autocross in previous years and nothing. You guys jump on board and ... well... Maybe I'll try to make it again.

Chris, any contact info on SCCA guys in that area? I may try and use them if possible. Saves me hauling cones, timing, etc. I really plan on driving the charger down, so if I bring all that, I will have to put a trailer hitch on it to bring my trailer....

Bill Howell

07-26-2011, 08:26 AM

I have talked with Frank and several others about this week long event.
I am all in guys, and will be there all week now. I moved another midweek deal to another week, so I can stay and enjoy the whole experience. How about everyone looking at their calendar and lets have a PT turnout. I am sure I can get us some special dinner plans together for at least one evening.
http://www.cruisinthecoast.com/ is the link to the event, then go to registration. It looks like if we register before August 15, we get the early bird special, so do it ASAP!
When you fill out form, at "Club Affiliation", put PT.com so they will know you are with our group. I think we can turn this into something big for those in the area and at a time of the year that it isn't so dang hot.
I have asked the promoter to come on and say a few words so when Rod does show up, welcome him to our community.

go-fish

07-26-2011, 08:36 AM

I just moved from Bay St. Louis (chillest spot during Cruisin') and now you guys are talking about making an appearance? I might just have to visit the coast again.

Bill Howell

07-26-2011, 09:02 AM

I am picturing a low country boil somewhere............ just a PT type dinner............ may be able to round up some apple cider too..........

BayouSS

07-26-2011, 09:44 AM

Chris, any contact info on SCCA guys in that area? I may try and use them if possible. Saves me hauling cones, timing, etc. I really plan on driving the charger down, so if I bring all that, I will have to put a trailer hitch on it to bring my trailer....

Bill, Talked to Joe Wheeler (901 - 372 seven two four 0) he said to call Charles Hanes at 901 237 0 four three four, this would be the best number to contact him at... he's with the SCCA Mid South Area, he seemed pretty positive they would lend you the cones and timers. If that does not work out let me know and we can try another person.

Bill Howell

07-26-2011, 10:06 AM

Bill, Talked to Joe Wheeler (901 - 372 seven two four 0) he said to call Charles Hanes at 901 237 0 four three four, this would be the best number to contact him at... he's with the SCCA Mid South Area, he seemed pretty positive they would lend you the cones and timers. If that does not work out let me know and we can try another person.

Thanks Bill. We are working all the details out and I will call these guys once I have something solid.

Z06vet

07-26-2011, 11:00 AM

I am not sure I can stay all week- hotels are 180-200/night. When all the details are ironed out, could you post a schedule of events? I will probably have to make it 3-4 days and dont want to miss the driving events! If anyone wants to hit the drag strip one night, I am in for that too.
Scott

tazzz25906112

07-26-2011, 07:41 PM

Hell Bill this sounds like a blast count me in..... Just think, the beautiful gulf coast, cars and Casino's and southern cuisine,,,, Man that sounds like a wining combo to me...

I'll lay down a route and any other interested members of the forum that want to join in on the drive Down from the north are welcome to come along...

tazzz25906112

07-28-2011, 05:34 AM

Gang I'm telling you this is going to be a blast.... Check out the cars and beach in these photos and tell me you can resist the urge to tearing a few layers off the old tires,,,, of course followed by a nice cold Bud and and some Beer battered Shrimp by the sea???? Dam almost sounds like Heaven to me LOL....

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/crusiingthecoast2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/07/crusiingthecoast1-1.jpg

Z06vet

07-28-2011, 06:08 AM

Yea its packed out every year. Just don't rip the tires off on the main drag or anywhere near people- cops don't play there. Traffic WILL jam up every afternoon- make sure your cooling systems are up to par! I'm eagerly waiting to see what days the driving events will be on so I can book rooms.

T.B

07-30-2011, 12:53 PM

Count me in Bill we will be getting there on Wednesday, make this event every year. I am only 2hrs away if i can help out in anyway let me know.

Z06vet

08-04-2011, 06:01 PM

Bill- any updates? Or at least if you know what day(s) any of the driving events will be? Also, I am only 1.5hr away if you need any help.
Scott

Z06vet

08-07-2011, 04:37 PM

Anything.........

Bill Howell

08-07-2011, 06:21 PM

Still waiting to hear something, hopefully this week. I will post up as soon as I know.

68redcamaro

08-07-2011, 07:25 PM

Hey Bill! I am only two hours away and would definetly like to help. Don't hesitate to ask!

Terry

Z06vet

08-15-2011, 07:21 PM

trying to wait out making reservations, but its getting close. Think i will try to get something thur-sun, hopefully i can catch some driving events. I may go for the day if earlier in the week if need be. Looking forward to the details!

Z06vet

08-26-2011, 05:17 PM

Anything yet?

Bill Howell

08-27-2011, 07:32 AM

I am still being told it will happen. However still nothing in writing yet. If I was betting, I would give it a 90A% odds though.

Z06vet

09-04-2011, 04:49 PM

Less than a month away now..... any updates? Keeping my fingers crossed, 90% sounds promising.

Bill Howell

09-08-2011, 06:17 PM

Guys, I got the word today. There was a glitch with the location planned for the autocross and this close to the event there is not an option to make this happen this year. Sadly we have to "POSTPONE" this event til next year, but stay tuned, we will be there then.

GrabberGT

09-09-2011, 07:46 AM

Could this possibly be the yet to be announced RTT venue for next year?

Z06vet

09-09-2011, 09:04 AM

:hammer:

guess i'll hit the drag strip fri night..

SamHatco

09-30-2011, 09:08 AM

I'm in, we are arriving at the Hard Rock Casino on Monday the 3rd. Look for my 69 TA vert along the boulevard. Can't wait. Have to leave on Friday though to go to a wedding in Abilene on Saturday. Will be a long two days back.

Sam

Leadfoot

11-17-2011, 10:09 AM

Bill,
I live on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and have attended every Cruisin the Coast since the first one. It is a wonderful event, with an awesome cross-section of vehicles. Basically something for everyone. I used to autocross here in the late 70's, and know basically what is needed, and where it can and can't be done. If you need a local person to assist in procurring, or inspecting a possible site, let me know, I would be happy to help. I grew up here and know a lot of folks. Hopefully I will have my Pro Touring/Autocross 67 Camaro finished. Either way I would like to help make this happen.

Jim