Bullrun

[CraigMorrison]

I hear ya, but isn't everybody supposed to follow the rules of the road on those runs? So to me, if thats the case, speed and the most expensive go fast goodies really don't make that big a deal. I understand there would be the occasional high speed blast, but for the most part I think its about navigation, fuel economy, and outwitting your opponents.

It's what they say, but if you aren't cruising at 100+ for long periods of time, have great range and great nav skills not to mention police detection and evasion techniques you are going to be far from the front of the pack.

[68firebird]

It's what they say, but if you aren't cruising at 100+ for long periods of time, have great range and great nav skills not to mention police detection and evasion techniques you are going to be far from the front of the pack.

ah, I can do that in my Dodge Ram, although the range won't be too great. Man, I had no idea the entry fees were that high, holy chit

[Bookm]

... but isn't everybody supposed to follow the rules of the road on those runs? ... I think its about navigation, fuel economy, and outwitting your opponents.

LOL,... sure. (chuckle)

Tonight we learn who's... um... even richer!! (as most "bullrunners" appear pretty well off anyway ). I know there's been some bad blood between participants, but I hope in the end everyone realizes this is just a fun thing to do with neat cars. I'd save your "long-term" animosity for dweebs in Smartcars, and get back to a positive vibe about the car hobby in general.

Watching this show has given me the kick in the ass necessary to pull my old Goat out from under the tarp (after sitting for 7 years!) and get 'r back to her former glory!! The amount of info and parts availability found on the internet has really opened my eyes!! Reading about the Chargers components, and the realization that the mid-70's muscle of the Olds is now worth restoring, has me focused again, like when I bought it 26 years ago. My daughter is 16 next year, and the Alsops have inspired me to "get it together" so WE can do neat stuff together, too.

So thanks to all the drivers who took the time to post on this forum. I really don't care who's car is faster than who's. You're all out there throwing these cars around like they're meant to be, and that's just plain cool!!

Sean

[FoxGranadaChuck]

LOL,... sure. (chuckle)

Tonight we learn who's... um... even richer!! (as most "bullrunners" appear pretty well off anyway ). I know there's been some bad blood between participants, but I hope in the end everyone realizes this is just a fun thing to do with neat cars. I'd save your "long-term" animosity for dweebs in Smartcars, and get back to a positive vibe about the car hobby in general.

Watching this show has given me the kick in the ass necessary to pull my old Goat out from under the tarp (after sitting for 7 years!) and get 'r back to her former glory!! The amount of info and parts availability found on the internet has really opened my eyes!! Reading about the Chargers components, and the realization that the mid-70's muscle of the Olds is now worth restoring, has me focused again, like when I bought it 26 years ago. My daughter is 16 next year, and the Alsops have inspired me to "get it together" so WE can do neat stuff together, too.

So thanks to all the drivers who took the time to post on this forum. I really don't care who's car is faster than who's. You're all out there throwing these cars around like they're meant to be, and that's just plain cool!!

Sean

I heartily concur on all points. Watching Bullrun has got me fired up again to finish my 'Coug.

[CraigMorrison]

How often do they have these bullruns? Can anyone join, cause I sure as hell want to try it out.

Like Acadian said, Gtspirit.com has a lot of info on the international rally scene. Bullrun- anybody can run it if you can afford the $17,500 entry fee, and what ever tickets / jail time you happen to be involved with during the run.

The Great American run is $10,000 and Gumball 3000 (because of the exchange rate) is close to $50,000.

This year in the States, we have Bullrun, Players Run, The Great American Run, The Fireball Run, just to name a few. Over in Europe, there are at least 15 or so rally's being run "this season".

[FoxGranadaChuck]

Like Acadian said, Gtspirit.com has a lot of info on the international rally scene. Bullrun- anybody can run it if you can afford the $17,500 entry fee, and what ever tickets / jail time you happen to be involved with during the run.

The Great American run is $10,000 and Gumball 3000 (because of the exchange rate) is close to $50,000.

This year in the States, we have Bullrun, Players Run, The Great American Run, The Fireball Run, just to name a few. Over in Europe, there are at least 15 or so rally's being run "this season".

Sounds fairly pricey, but I would still like to compete in Bullrun. Now if I can just get my Cougar finished.....

[73novaguy]

I can't stand it, I'm like a little kid waiting for Santa on X-Mas. I work nights and have it Tivod. The only downfall is I won't be able to log onto here because I don't wanna spoil the ending. Damn it. The computer at work will be taunting me like a $3 hooker on pay day!

[acadian]

hey guys, one more thing...

bullrun on spike tv is definitely not bullrun 2007 montreal-key west wich is basically a deep pocket, drive as fast as you can and try to avoid jail to win...

bullrun on spike truly is a rally

bullrun (real event) is called a rally for legal reasons and being able to occur but in fact it is an all out illegal race that has some check points, that's it folks. not what you see on tv for sure...except for movies like cannonball run or gumball rally if you remove all the lame jokes.

[CraigMorrison]

http://www.fastlanedaily.com/episode/fld_20070515

Here's a little video from Fast Lane Daily on rallying 101 from Alex Roy and Mike Spinelli from Jalopnik.

If you don't know who who Alex Roy his, here is his site http://gumball144.com/CMS/

and a vid of one his more famous rally moments. It's OK, he has a police escort http://youtube.com/watch?v=bbbtK90LZ9E NSFW language warning.

[67 455 Bird ragtop]

Congrats TEAM TRANS AM!!!!!

[speedster]

Now that it's official:


- Congrats Mike and Morgan -


Nice touch with the victory burnout at the end !!!

[speedster]

P.S. Red Firebirds Rock...

[FoxGranadaChuck]

CONGRATULATIONS TEAM ALSOP!!!

[rob07002]

WOW!

What a final show!!!!!

I was going to wait for the west coasters to catch up before congratulating, but 67 455 beat me to it.

Congrats Alsops!

Team Olds, you guys should be very proud of what you accomplished. You did us Tri-state peeps proud. Very smart move getting your brakes fixed somewhat. Did you ever find out why they wern't working right?

Congrats again! I want to do the next Bullrun!

I'll buy the first few rounds if your ever in the city.

[muthstryker]

NICE you punks from the EAST COAST JUST RUINED IT FOR ME! WAY TO GO *******S!


LOL im just kidding dont get upset. but now do i have a reason to watch it?

[zbugger]

NICE you punks from the EAST COAST JUST RUINED IT FOR ME! WAY TO GO *******S!


LOL im just kidding dont get upset. but now do i have a reason to watch it?

No kidding. Time to go to the banning screen...

[staged67gspwr]

Too bad the olds guys didnt win i like those guys,congrats to the Alsops.

Thanks

[68firebird]

Congrats team trans am, what a final episode.

[FoxGranadaChuck]

NICE you punks from the EAST COAST JUST RUINED IT FOR ME! WAY TO GO *******S!


LOL im just kidding dont get upset. but now do i have a reason to watch it?

Yes, you do have a reason to watch it, if no other reason than the suspense of the last 5 minutes of the show.

[67 455 Bird ragtop]

NICE you punks from the EAST COAST JUST RUINED IT FOR ME! WAY TO GO *******S!


LOL im just kidding dont get upset. but now do i have a reason to watch it?

Shouldn't have read this thread before you watched it ....