Massachusetts Meet - April 23rd???

[virtualbong]

*** IMPORTANT LOCATION UPDATE ***

New Location: Cochituate State Park in Framingham, MA (Replacement for Hopkinton State Park and the next town over from Hopkinton (Framingham), so it shouldn't be a big deal)
Date: Sunday, April 23rd
Time: 11-4pm (But some of us will be there by 10am to get prime parking)
Info: Still BBQ, still great people, and still great cars (over 180 have signed up and not including the friends they are bringing along)

Also, the main entrance will be closed....to enter the park we have to go thru the 'boat loading' entrance..this will lead to the main parking lot that we will be using

Directions: Cochituate State Park is located in the greater Boston area in eastern Massachusetts.

From East or West: Massachusetts Turnpike (Rte. I-90) to exit 13, Rte. 30 east. Park is on the right.

From Mass Pike: Take the Mass Turnpike (Rt. I-90) to Exit 13 to Rt. 30 East. The park is ½ mile down on the on the right.

From Route 9: Follow Route 9 East or West to the Speen Street exit in Framingham. Go North on Speen Street. Follow Speen Street for 1 mile until you come to Route 30. Turn right onto Route 30. Park is 200 yards down on the right hand side.

*** NOTE: Please be respectful of the area and DO NOT draw unnecessary attention to yourself by doing burnouts, revving the engine, etcc...We do not want to ruin it for everyone and get kicked out because one lousy idiot decided to "show off". Thanks guys and I'm looking forward to meeting everyone***

Cochituate State Park (http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/northeast/coch.htm)

http://nanosft.com/cochituate/maine.jpg

btw. here are pictures from the last meet:

Hopkinton State Park Meet 2005 (http://photobucket.com/albums/v72/virtualbong/2005%20Acura%20TSX/092505%20Hopkinton%20State%20Park%20Meet/)

[Protege52003]

There is a thread going in the NEPOC section........sounds like people are talking about it now!

-R

[Protege52003]

http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123624142

[virtualbong]

http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123624142

LOL, that's a guy from my Acura forum. We're spreading the word even more this time so that we can get a better showing. Last year I think we had a total of 90 cars there.

[virtualbong]

Just added details to the main post

[bazooka joe]

(poke) bring your car and lighter fluid/matches/charcoal please!(thumb)

[SexyLapiz03]

nice... im new to the forums from mazda 6 club hi all!

[virtualbong]

(poke) bring your car and lighter fluid/matches/charcoal please!(thumb)

LOL, definitely. I think we should make it easier on ourselves and purchase the Matchstick coals this time. When the date gets closer, I'll post on all the forums asking people to bring a little something so we don't run out of food, though we had more than enough last time.

WIL

[Protege52003]

(poke) bring your car and lighter fluid/matches/charcoal please!(thumb)

we never forget this stuff mark.......

[bazooka joe]

nice... im new to the forums from mazda 6 club hi all!

welcome!!(thumb)

[virtualbong]

I started a list on my main forum, so why not start one here...

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[bazooka joe]

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[chuyler1]

Wil, if your intention is to have the meet in the same place as last time, your square on the map is in the wrong spot. You should circle the (P) directly below the bathhouse near the main beach. That is where we were before.

Username - Real Name
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1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
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I guess this is a goal for me... 1) Finish my stereo system and 2) get some tires for my new RX-8 rims.

[Reitrof]

Username - Real Name
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1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
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etc...

[slug420]

Wil, if your intention is to have the meet in the same place as last time, your square on the map is in the wrong spot. You should circle the (P) directly below the bathhouse near the main beach. That is where we were before.

Username - Real Name
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1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
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I guess this is a goal for me... 1) Finish my stereo system and 2) get some tires for my new RX-8 rims.

i cant wait to see your car with the rx8 rims.
have to say im surprised you are going with them, seems like a huge departure from the style/look/feel of your 16"s

[chuyler1]

Yeah I know. What can I say...I saw the deal and I had to jump on it. I like the 16"s because they are a nice compromise between style and every day driving but this photo has been haunting me for a while...

It looks so damn good and I can't wait to see them on Laser Blue!

[slug420]

wow, that pic is SICK.

you and oleg will be twins :)

[virtualbong]

Wil, if your intention is to have the meet in the same place as last time, your square on the map is in the wrong spot. You should circle the (P) directly below the bathhouse near the main beach. That is where we were before.
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Oh very true, thanks!. I'll make the change soon.

[virtualbong]

Just to give you guys a quick update, there's already 10 people signed up for my other Acura forum and there's been people signing up from all the other forums. Could be a blowout of an event!

WIL

[virtualbong]

Just to let you guys know of the possibilities for this meet, here are the notified forums...and there's been interest in every one...

Acurazine
MassDriven
V6p.net
S2ki.com
7thgencivic.com
turbooptions.com
Club WRX
NASIOC
"Z" forum
FYCRacing
mp3car
Volvospeed
AcuraInspired
automotiveforums.com
Honda-Tech.com
Team-Integra.net
TSXClub.com
ClubRSX.com
ScionLife.com
evolutionm.net
RX8Club.com
350ZMotoring.com
VWvortex.com
G35Driver.com
MiniCooper Forum
NissanClub.com

[slug420]

how big is this lot you have reserved? if you get a conservative number of people from each forum ( 10 ) if each forum has actually expressed interest then thats almost 300 spots?

[chuyler1]

The lot is pretty big...however, we should call ahead and let them no we will be showing up.

[Protege52003]

this event could be HUGE!
-R

[bazooka joe]

it's a good size lot i'd say!

[bazooka joe]

another shot

[virtualbong]

it's a good size lot i'd say!

Thanks for the image! I am going to post it on the main Acura forum and I'll also put it on the other forums as well!

I'm not sure if the park will be officially opened by then, so we can't really reserve it. I will check out that though.

btw. 17 people have signed up from the original forum that started the meet. (thumb)

[virtualbong]

Just making sure the list doesn't get lost in the mix. Quick update though, there are 23 people at Acurazine signed up and plenty more in the other forums that were notified. Looking good!

Username - Real Name
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1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
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[1sty]

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1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
5. 1sty - Craig
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[JZProwler]

sounds like a good time, I'll let some people know from my school (UTI) and back home in CT, maybe get a few of 'em up there. My friend probably knows about it if it was advertised on VWVortex too. Has anyone put this on ClubProtege.com yet? if not i'll let people know over there

Username - Real Name
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1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
5. 1sty - Craig
6. JZProwler - John
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etc...

[Mp5978]

Hope it doesn't rain. I think I'm a "maybe" that day.

wow, VB you're everywhere! haha

[mazda6gal]

Hi all put me down as a definite maybe!! I dunno how to post the lit so add my name.... Maybe I can get teh hubby to come with his RX-8


Michelle

[virtualbong]

*** update ***

Just to let everyone know, there are already over 110 people signed up for the meet across all the forums and that doesn't include the friends that some people are going to bring.

Mp5978 - LOL, yeah I know. Someone has to spread the word or the meet would have a horrible showing. Seems like everyone on Acurazine are helping to spread the word which is why there's a lot of interest.




Username - Real Name
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1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
5. 1sty - Craig
6. JZProwler - John
7. mazda6gal - Michelle
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etc...

[supa saiyan pr5]

Username - Real Name
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1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
5. 1sty - Craig
6. JZProwler - John
7. mazda6gal - Michelle
8. SupaSaiyanPR5 - Jeremy
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[Protege52003]

I am probably going to hit this up.....

1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
5. 1sty - Craig
6. JZProwler - John
7. mazda6gal - Michelle
8. SupaSaiyanPR5 - Jeremy
9. Protege52003 - Ryan
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[virtualbong]

Great to see so much interest. I think we're about to go over the 120+ mark for signups.

[xxmikkoxx]

Looks like fun!


1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
5. 1sty - Craig
6. JZProwler - John
7. mazda6gal - Michelle
8. SupaSaiyanPR5 - Jeremy
9. Protege52003 - Ryan
10. Mikko- Mike<!-- / message --><!-- sig -->

[Protege52003]

we can get a good caravan from woosta!

[snowblazin]

1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
5. 1sty - Craig
6. JZProwler - John
7. mazda6gal - Michelle
8. SupaSaiyanPR5 - Jeremy
9. Protege52003 - Ryan
10. Mikko- Mike
11. snowblazin - Justin

[slug420]

started a NEPOC thread for organizing caravans and figuring out who all is goign

http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123628284

[seanmcsean]

hmm.. I might get in on this..

[slug420]

yea, welcome to the area

[virtualbong]

1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
5. 1sty - Craig
6. JZProwler - John
7. mazda6gal - Michelle
8. SupaSaiyanPR5 - Jeremy
9. Protege52003 - Ryan
10. Mikko- Mike
11. snowblazin - Justin
12. seanmcsean - Sean
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[virtualbong]

*** Important Location Change ***

Meet Will Now Be At Cochituate State Park. Check First Post

[mazda6gal]

I think I am still in....

[JZProwler]

I'm still going to be going!

[Topgun]

1. Virtualbong - WIL
2. bazooka t. joe - mark
3. chuyler1 - Chris
4. A223818 - Bruce
5. 1sty - Craig
6. JZProwler - John
7. mazda6gal - Michelle
8. SupaSaiyanPR5 - Jeremy
9. Protege52003 - Ryan
10. Mikko- Mike
11. snowblazin - Justin
12. seanmcsean - Sean
13. topgun - Simpson
14. my buddy - grant

[chuyler1]

MEET LOCATION HAS CHANGED!!!!!!!!!!!

It is now at Cochituate State Park in Framingham/Natick.
http://www.google.com/maps?hl=en&lr=...14091,0.029268 (http://www.google.com/maps?hl=en&lr=&q=cochituate+state+park&near=Natick,+MA+01760&radius=0.0&cid=42287476,-71357410,2550588093243369782&li=lmd&t=h&ll=42.309847,-71.382251&spn=0.014091,0.029268)

This ruins the original meet up point. So I propose that we meet in the Home Depot parking lot on Speen Street at 10:30AM before we enter the official meet point as a group.

From I90 (Mass Pike) get off at exit 13 NATICK route 30. Take Route 30 East to first traffic light. Turn Right onto Speen Street. Turn Right at first traffic light into Home Depot parking lot. We will park in a visible location near the back of the lot (closest to Speen Street). X marks the spot on the map. If you miss us, head back out to Route 30 East and follow to the park.

From Route 9 West, bear right onto Speen Street and follow signs towards I90 Mass Pike. Turn right into Home Depot parking lot.

From Route 9 East, after passing shoppers world get in far right lane. Bear right and then stay left get onto Speen Street northbound towards I90 (Just follow signs to Mass Pike). Turn right into Home Depot parking lot.

Attached is a map. X marks the spot we are meeting and A marks the actual meet location. Again. You are getting off the Pike at EXIT 13 ROUTE 30 NATICK. This is NOT the Framingham Route 9 exit that some of you may have used to go to the ADESA meet!!!!!!

Write this down bitches!!! (rtfm) If you get lost, are running late, or get pulled over by the state troopers give me a call on my cell: 5083802181 No I can't fix your ticket...but I might be able to hold the group a few minutes until you arrive. Last time we f*cked up and lost people so I will be the point man on this. My name is Chris Huyler btw...for those that don't know.

[virtualbong]

The location got moved because Hopkinton State Park decided to open later in the season (May). Cochituate should be perfect because the main entrance is still not open, but the park is still open. You just have to go thru the Boat entrance towards the main gate area. Should deter random people from going to the park, saving more room for us :)

I'm so glad you guys are still coming! Looks like the word is spreading about the meet change and its not deterring people since its right next door.

[virtualbong]

It is rain or shine. The forecast calls for rain, but its sporadic showers and not constant downpours, so we should be good to go.

Remember that you have to enter the boat entrance and not the main gate because its still closed. The park is open though and it is legal to go thru the boat entrance. This is perfect because it'll keep other people out thinking that the park is closed.

I have also told everyone to be respectful, so please don't be an idiot out there. Thanks guys and see everyone soon!

WIL

btw. I'll be in the Black Acura TSX...asian dude.

[bazooka joe]

let's head over there and check it out...if it's really bad rain and constanjt we can head over to the mall, and get something to eat/drink and hang out there for a while...?

[chuyler1]

That works,

virtualbong, if it is downpooring you may want to suggest people meet at the Natick Mall parking garage directly off of Speen Street. Turn in the mall after passing Sears and there is usually open space on the 2nd floor. I know it isn't as cool as the park but at least everyone can chat and not worry about getting drenched!

[JZProwler]

I can't wait! even if it does rain, at least I'll be able to get out for a day on my weekends, and put a face to some names

[virtualbong]

I'm definitely going to be there rain or shine because it may not be as big as its supposed to be but I know there's still a lot of people going to go rain or shine. I hope you guys still show up, but if it does turn out to be really bad weather then I understand. What else are you going to do on a Sunday afternoon? Why not drive and get a free car wash (first)

[slug420]

That works,

virtualbong, if it is downpooring you may want to suggest people meet at the Natick Mall parking garage directly off of Speen Street. Turn in the mall after passing Sears and there is usually open space on the 2nd floor. I know it isn't as cool as the park but at least everyone can chat and not worry about getting drenched!

should probably make note of this if its raining VB (peep)

[chuyler1]

well, I guess if there is too much comotion at the Natick Mall the security guards will ask us to disperse. But it might be fun while it lasts.

[virtualbong]

Here are some more info for Sunday:

Weatherwise should be ok:

http://static.wbz.viacomlocalnetworks.com/~wbz/doppler/WBZ_7DAY.jpg

Sunday - Clouds lower and thicken. Showers arriving from west to east in the afternoon. Steadier/heavier Worcester County through late afternoon. Still cool with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s.

Here are two detailed maps:

http://apr18.imghost.us/azncme.gif

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c164/n8dog82/146-2.jpg

Remember to enter the Boat Entrance and not the Main Entrance:

http://nanosft.com/cochituate/pic03.jpg

I would try to get there as early as 11 as can be. I know some of us are going to get there a little before 11. Hope to see everyone there!

WIL

btw. I'll be the asian guy in a black Acura TSX

[bazooka joe]

we're defeninetly coming...it's a matter of how bad the rain is and how clod...you post was too funny...100% chance of rain and RAW...my kinda day!!!:) we'll check it out though...lookin for the asian guy!!!

[bazooka joe]

just to clarify...we are meeting at the home depot at 10:30 no matter if it's raining, snowing or there's an earthquake. after thyat we will go to the park and see what's up..if nothing is happening we'll head over to the natick mall parking garage, and maybe get some food after...if some want we can head down to F1 in braintree for some racing...(i'm in as long as i can head home by 4)

[chuyler1]

DUDE! WTF is up with this map? You are showing people exit 10a. This is out near worcester! Are you meeting people there before heading out to Framingham or something?


Anyway, For NEPOCers, the plan is to meet at Home Depot off exit 13 (Natick Route 30) at 10:30. Once everyone arrives we will caravan to the park which is just around the corner. Here is the correct map for that...

http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=76922

[virtualbong]

It was great to see some of you there! But that meet will no way compare to the one we'll have in September at Hopkinton State Park. This time, I'll make sure we have a rain date. Maybe have it for Saturday and rain date on Sunday. I'm glad people still came out though!

WIL

[chuyler1]

I think this meet had a better turnout, but not many people had their cars open so it wasn't as exciting to walk around and see stuff.