4th Annual SL-i Mid-Atlantic Meet - May 21, 2016

[rkrenicki]

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That time of year is coming back up on us soon, and after some brief discussions with some of the other members from last year, I wanted to start an Official planning thread here.


The location is changing, we are hashing out the new location right now. This *WILL NOT* be at Whole Foods this year

It will be at Giant Supermarket, 6480 Freetown Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
In the parking lot adjacent to Cedar Ln. (39.195528, -76.884885 in Google maps)

Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 11:00am. Rain or Shine!


Attendees List

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@rkrenicki (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=1733)
@Yamazaki (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=1684)
@Lancaster6 (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=3096)
@geckoboy86 (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=1689)
@TGX4776 (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=2435)
@rougeben83 (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=410)
@Muse (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=3324)
@Dead91silvia (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=2037)
@98legwag (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=2910) + friend
@Rubie_25GT (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=2909)
@kcowles (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=4058)
@Hinyo (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=3034)
@SelfishBlue (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=3884)
@SuzieQ (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=3373)
@amgarrety
(https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=3008)

(https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=3008)
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[98legwag]

I most likely can't do Memorial Day weekend.

[Muse]

Consider me a definite, 100% solid "Maybe." I really want to, and will try my damnedest to scrape the cash together.

[thenines']

The week before Mem. day would work-I just need to get the day into the system at work.

[geckoboy86]

The week before Mem. day would work-I just need to get the day into the system at work.

I think I like this one more as well.

[Yamazaki]

Is nobody going to comment on the "4rd Annual Meet"? Y'know, 1rd, 2rd, 3rd, 4rd....:lol:

Anyway, I think Memorial Day is a good choice because that's a long weekend and allows people further away to make it without totally disrupting their lives. Although this doesn't work if people have already scheduled something else over three months in advance. I also think since the seasons have been running later (fall started in November and winter didn't start until January!) we don't want to get caught in the cold like the first two meets. Maybe we should have an attributable poll? That way we can see what dates the likely attendees want to do.

[rkrenicki]

... I copy and pasted from last year. oops. Its.. "foured"... "Ford"... you know.. we are leaving our Subarus at home this year, and all bringing Focus RS's

Alright, I added a poll. Vote for all of the dates that work for you, and we will work around the consensus.

[Dead91silvia]

So I voted for the second to last, but I'm also down for the last one in May. I didnt make it last year due to my sister getting stage 4 cancer. I'm planing to make it this year, one way or another... I really do miss you guys! :)

I'm also considering, if gas prices hold out, and if I trust White Lightning enough, to drive my sedan from Seattle to Yamazaki in MD. It's a stupid long drive, but I've been wanting to do it for a while. More then likely I'll fly, like I always do, but if I can figure out a way, I'll drive. Just need to make sure the 300K EJ25D is up to it. ;)

[TGX4776]

Definitely interested. Haven't been to a car meet in a while.

[rkrenicki]

Hmm.. What is it about May 21st that is making it so attractive to everyone? I am just curious about the rationale for my own edification.

[Yamazaki]

Hmm.. What is it about May 21st that is making it so attractive to everyone? I am just curious about the rationale for my own edification.

To be fair, it's only 3 more votes than the next highest. If it were like 10 more, then It'd feel like more of a blowout.

[geckoboy86]

Hmm.. What is it about May 21st that is making it so attractive to everyone? I am just curious about the rationale for my own edification.

I like it because its the latest day without being a holiday weekend. The only other day I could do was like April 16th. I am part of a group who does panels and workshops at anime-themed conventions so my weekends will be limited this year.

And Yamazaki, bring the Cappuccino to this event if you can. I would really like a pic of it beside my Outback.

[Yamazaki]

And Yamazaki, bring the Cappuccino to this event if you can. I would really like a pic of it beside my Outback.

I already planned to bring the Cappuccino and the S401 for this year, as long as it's not on May 7th (I will be in NYC at that time).

[rkrenicki]

To be fair, it's only 3 more votes than the next highest. If it were like 10 more, then It'd feel like more of a blowout.

That is true, but it is still double the next closest date.


I already planned to bring the Cappuccino and the S401 for this year, as long as it's not on May 7th (I will be in NYC at that time).

And with that, May 7th is deleted from the poll. I was thinking about adding more dates to the poll, but vbulletin does not allow people to re-vote for some reason..

[TGX4776]

I like it because its the latest day without being a holiday weekend.

This exactly. Alot of guys at my company request off on memorial day weekend.

Can't wait to see the S401 and Cappuccino.

[thenines']

I chose the 14 only because a co-worker who does my job will be in that saturday-and, finals will be over.

[Grimmrican]

Hah I found it! I saw this post on the fb page. Count me in this year!


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[nikolaus.conrad]

Voted for May 21st, I'll be there!

[MRLancaster]

I'll be there, I prefer later due to it possibly being warmer.

[Lancaster6]

Yessss. I can't believe it's that time of year already. Late April/May dates would probably work, but I'm going to check my schedule and toss a vote in soon. Can't wait!

[rougeben83]

any date but the 16th :(

[rkrenicki]

The date has been set as May 21st. It was very clearly the winner of that poll.

Since the location has food and whatnot taken care of, we do not need to worry about who is bringing what... but if you want to be on the attendees list, just make a comment!

[Lancaster6]

I foresee that weekend being free and clear for me; I'll be there!

[geckoboy86]

... just make a comment!

Comment! I have some Subaru Diecast Cars (Legacys and Outbacks) that I will be handing out at this event. I believe I have 7 of each. They will be a first come, first serve basis. If this list grows beyond 14 before May 1st, I will order more.

[thenines']

I was thinking the same thing with the die-cast cars-wish they sold them in bulk-got an outback on my dash

[TGX4776]

I'll be there.

[rougeben83]

Try my best to show up...

[Muse]

I'm gonna ask for the time off of work, but I don't expect I'll be able to make it for financial reasons. Still, hope springs eternal. I'm not giving up quite yet.

[Dead91silvia]

Hey guys, I'm looking getting my plane ticket with the help of Yamazaki. I should be there. ;)

[98legwag]

Hey guys, I'm looking getting my plane ticket with the help of Yamazaki. I should be there. ;)

You should bring pictures of your cars. But in all seriousness, I will be there. I may tell a couple Legacy friends who are not on here.

[rkrenicki]

Picking a car to bring is proving to be a challenge..

[Yamazaki]

It's official, @Dead91silvia (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=2037) will be there! He'll bring the S401, the wife'll bring her Forester (and leave when she gets bored), and I'll bring the matchbox car!

Or should I bring the Impreza and keep it all Subaru?

[Dead91silvia]

It's official, @Dead91silvia (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/member.php?u=2037) will be there! He'll bring the S401, the wife'll bring her Forester (and leave when she gets bored), and I'll bring the matchbox car!

Or should I bring the Impreza and keep it all Subaru?

I think people would want to see the little dude much more then the Impreza. And I'm perfectly happy with driving the S401. :)

[thenines']

Anyone want to drive down with me?-I'm going to have to bag out of this years meet as well-can't afford it just by myself :(

[98legwag]

I think people would want to see the little dude much more then the Impreza. And I'm perfectly happy with driving the S401. :)

You should bring a picture of the GT, GTB, and Baja with you.

[98legwag]

Looks like my friend Shawn will be there in his 08 Legacy 3.0R Limited. I bet Rubie_25GT, kcowles, Hinyo, and SelfishBlue will all be there too.

[Yamazaki]

I will add them to the attendees list then.

[Yamazaki]

Looks like my friend Shawn will be there in his 08 Legacy 3.0R Limited.

Wait, why isn't he on the forum? He would totally fit in with the large number of 4th Gen 3.0Rs we have...

[98legwag]

Wait, why isn't he on the forum? He would totally fit in with the large number of 4th Gen 3.0Rs we have...

I have brought it up.

[rkrenicki]

Well, I officially took the days off before the meet. I still need to decide which car to bring though...

[98legwag]

I say the Subaru Outback H6 sedan with JDM parts on it......:bounce:

[rkrenicki]

So, Whole Foods has another event happening that day, and we will not be able to have the meet there after all. They just now told us about this, and it sucks about the late notice, but we are looking for alternate locations now.

Right now, the time and date are not changing, just the venue.

[BL6BO]

I am in!

[rkrenicki]

I am going to be sorting through my parts this afternoon and updating my FS thread. If anyone who is planning on attending the meet wants any of my parts, I can bring them down with me!

I have lots of BFMs, two sets of wheels, some brake parts, and some switches and whatnot that I do not have listed currently... but will be later today for sure.

[Yamazaki]

So, Whole Foods has another event happening that day, and we will not be able to have the meet there after all. They just now told us about this, and it sucks about the late notice, but we are looking for alternate locations now.

Right now, the time and date are not changing, just the venue.
Yeah, I asked about using the Whole Foods lot a month ago, and it took them a while to respond (I had to keep asking for a response too). It's a different person than I dealt with last year. I am working on permission for the new venue, but I forsee no issues. Unlike Whole Foods, we could probably do it there anyway, but I want to make sure every thing is on the up-and-up.

[98legwag]

Well, the Facebook event was updated....

[Yamazaki]

Well, the Facebook event was updated....

Wow, that was quick. I was just updating it here... (I don't have FB, by the way).

[98legwag]

Wow, that was quick. I was just updating it here... (I don't have FB, by the way).

Yeah, someone updated it there about 2 hours ago.

[Yamazaki]

Yeah, someone updated it there about 2 hours ago.

Even weirder. I didn't make the call until several minutes ago.

So officially we still don't have "permission". Giant does not own that parking lot, but the manager I spoke with has no problem with it. I have been trying to contact the representative that does control the lot, but he is not returning my calls. I say we hold it there anyway. It's always empty in the back and the weather forecast will prevent the lot from getting crowded.

[rkrenicki]

Eh, that was me who updated the facebook event. I started filling it in, stopped, and decided to ask you Yamazaki. I must have hit submit instead of cancel.. Oh well, at least it was not incorrect.

[rkrenicki]

If anyone wants me to bring down anything from my FS thread, I need to know before tomorrow morning so I can put them in my car before I leave CT.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?16592-FS-rkrenicki-s-FS-Thread-JDM-Clusters-Steering-wheels-and-more!

[98legwag]

Even weirder. I didn't make the call until several minutes ago.

So officially we still don't have "permission". Giant does not own that parking lot, but the manager I spoke with has no problem with it. I have been trying to contact the representative that does control the lot, but he is not returning my calls. I say we hold it there anyway. It's always empty in the back and the weather forecast will prevent the lot from getting crowded.

This may prevent me from showing up. Boxerfest was bad enough with it raining all day. And its about an 80% chance of rain from about 3am till 6pm. I did ask Hinyo about parking garages in the area.

[Dead91silvia]

This may prevent me from showing up. Boxerfest was bad enough with it raining all day. And its about an 80% chance of rain from about 3am till 6pm. I did ask Hinyo about parking garages in the area.

Hey! You best not puss out on me damn it! Rain or shine, we always do things here in Seattle. :P

[Yamazaki]

There actually are some parking garages that I can think of. They aren't super easy to find though (It's the parking garages for the regional SoA office here).

[Hinyo]

There actually are some parking garages that I can think of. They aren't super easy to find though (It's the parking garages for the regional SoA office here).

Is there actually an office in Columbia? I've always seen that address and thought it must just have been a typo they never fixed

[Yamazaki]

Is there actually an office in Columbia? I've always seen that address and thought it must just have been a typo they never fixed
It's real. It's a small office space within a larger building with a bunch of other offices. It's also not easy to find, especially if you plug the address into Google maps. You'll go to the wrong place.

[98legwag]

Hey! You best not puss out on me damn it! Rain or shine, we always do things here in Seattle. :P

Boxerfest was 7am-5pm in the rain. That is plenty for me. I will make my decision on Saturday. Worst comes to worst we can move once people show up.

[Yamazaki]

Boxerfest was 7am-5pm in the rain. That is plenty for me. I will make my decision on Saturday. Worst comes to worst we can move once people show up.

That's pretty much what I was thinking. The thing is- there are bathrooms and food at Whole Foods and Giant. There is nothing near the Subaru offices.
There is a parking garage near the mall, but since it's at the same time as "Wine in the Woods", there will almost certainly not be enough open parking for us to meet up in the area.

I will not return to Boxerfest for two big reasons - (1) price of admission not worth what you get, and (2) long lines for expensive food for what you get. I think there were porta-johns, but I don't remember. For me, any meet has to be worth the price of admission and have facilities that are worth keeping me there. But I realize that's just me and everybody has different opinions.

[98legwag]

That's pretty much what I was thinking. The thing is- there are bathrooms and food at Whole Foods and Giant. There is nothing near the Subaru offices.
There is a parking garage near the mall, but since it's at the same time as "Wine in the Woods", there will almost certainly not be enough open parking for us to meet up in the area.

I will not return to Boxerfest for two big reasons - (1) price of admission not worth what you get, and (2) long lines for expensive food for what you get. I think there were porta-johns, but I don't remember. For me, any meet has to be worth the price of admission and have facilities that are worth keeping me there. But I realize that's just me and everybody has different opinions.

Chance of rain has gone down slightly.

Boxerfest was much better this year despite the rain. Lots more food trucks and vendor displays. And watching people try to auto-cross high power cars on r-compounds in the rain was hilarious.

[rkrenicki]

It looks like forcast went from 1 full inch of water, down to 1/2 inch as well. Thats moving in the right direction.. but who knows? It could be a perfectly clear day.. or a monsoon by the time saturday comes around.

Just gotta keep positive!

[Dead91silvia]

If it rains, I'll just stay dry by hanging out in the S401... :)

[Merc6]

Not near and have a meet for my DD at Lordstown this weekend. Seems like everything is all at once.

[98legwag]

I am just bitter about the rain since it has rained here for something like 15 of the last 20 days. I will 98.79% be there.

[geckoboy86]

Rain stinks but I'll be there... For how long, who knows.

[Lancaster6]

I'll be there too. I'll be cutting my stay a bit shorter that I would like since a good friend is throwing a going away party back in Jersey that night, though. I'll pack my umbrella! I just have to finish prepping the BH for the flood...err I mean meet....

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2016/05/SLi_MD_2016_zpsgdgwmu4u-1.jpg (http://s1234.photobucket.com/user/ConnorSouchek/media/SL-i_MD_2016_zpsgdgwmu4u.jpg.html)

[thenines']

I'll be there-late-I'm leaving tomorrow morning-without Shane(Reason)-again :(

[98legwag]

I have been talking to some locals who are not going to show up if its raining and we are out in an open parking lot.

[thenines']

I have been talking to some locals who are not going to show up if its raining and we are out in an open parking lot.

:(

[TGX4776]

Work needs me to cover a load for another driver so I am not going to be able to make it either.

[rkrenicki]

The meet is standing as-is.. Rain or shine. We really do not have the luxury to change it (again) at the last minute.

I know that this may be disappointing to some people, and we get that not everyone will attend because of it, but all of the other MD meets have been rain or shine.. this one will be no different.

[98legwag]

Well, stop making it rain......

[nikolaus.conrad]

I'll be there tomorrow, I just got to my hotel room about an hour ago. We are still meeting at whole foods at 11?

[rougeben83]

I'll be hauling my old shortblock and some other parts to drop off along the route.

[98legwag]

I'll be there tomorrow, I just got to my hotel room about an hour ago. We are still meeting at whole foods at 11?

Its at Giant near by. Address is in the first post.

[rkrenicki]

I made the photo thread, over in the picture forum. Please post up your pictures, if you have them!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?19754-2016-SL-i-Mid-Atlantic-Meet-Photo-thread