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RX-8 Brotherhood of the Dragon 2005 (www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/index.htm)

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Looks good, and that fontana village is sweet

Well if they don't have sevenstock next year I might try and make it :D

Considering the fun we had during the first Dragon event, there's no way I'm gonna miss this one. It will be even better than the last!

Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee HAW!!! :D :D :D

This is going to be 10X better than this year's, and this year's was absolutely amazing!

Thanks to all of the coordinators. I plan on being there and getting to see all of you again. Randy, the site looks great. DaveT, I returned to autox after a 25 year absence and I am having a blast. My 17 yo son competed with me today for the very first time, on a very fast course and did great. He was only 3 secs out of FTD in b-stock. I am already thinking about next year at the dragon. It is going to be GREAT!
Paul
om-nc :D

Thanks to all of the coordinators. I plan on being there and getting to see all of you again. Randy, the site looks great. DaveT, I returned to autox after a 25 year absence and I am having a blast. My 17 yo son competed with me today for the very first time, on a very fast course and did great. He was only 3 secs out of FTD in b-stock. I am already thinking about next year at the dragon. It is going to be GREAT!
Paul
om-nc :D

It will be great to see you again Paul.

We're rolling this out early in order to give everyone time to make plans for what is evolving into an annual event. As people check out the facilities and more sponsors come onboard, were planning new activities for the 2005 event. These will include onsite vendors, tuning sessions, and optional choices such as whitewater rafting, site-seeing and horseback riding, in addition to the Challenge of the Dragon. Fontana Village was a logical choice for the meet this year, as it will afford ALL participants time to enjoy the area, without having to setup, serve or cleanup. We have better pricing with them, and the services available are far more extensive.

As mentioned before, keep checking on the website for updates and rollcall lists. All details for registering and enrolling has been posted there, including other items of interest for all.

SEE YOU AT THE DRAGON!!!

no mansion!?!

No place to lounge around in our skibbies without other guests around? :confused: :(

Check out the Party Houseboat if you have large number in your party..............
If it's total privacy you're after, go with a 1BR/1BA cottage.................................
On site amenities (food, gas, etc.)............................................. ..........................
Closer to the Dragon............................................ ................................................
Bunches of "extra" activities available......................................... .........................
Something for everybody, and space for more participants..................................
More reasonable rates............................................. ................What's not to like?

GROUP privacy was what I'll miss :(

Why can't we get the mansion again, is it a question of availability or space?

If it's space, maybe some of us could get together and stay at the Mansion. :D

thats what i was thinking...but then again, I wouldn't want everyone to not be there.

the mansion is a blast, but im sure we'll have fun wherever we're at.

You will still be able to have Group Privacy with one of the bigger Cottages (the same thing as the Mansion just a different place) There will not be other guests in the cottages with you. If you make a reservation for one of the cottages you control who is in there with you. Same idea as the Mansion just CHEAPER!!!!!

Check out my signature for other goodies!!!

i dunno, something about the 'summer camp' feeling of everyone being shacked up together..just made it funnier.

now we run the risk of TOTAL STRANGERS seeing us nekkid in the hot tub

Yeah, instead of just partial strangers :D

How far away are the big cabins from eachother? Is there a hot tub? I didn't see anything about one in the literature..

The boat looks cool!

Yeah thats why you rent the boat. The Mansion would not even come close to housing the number of people we plan to have this year. Thats why we had to opt for a different solution.
Hence why we made multiple options to choose from. The houseboat would be awesome for everyone from last year. Then you could just jump in the water nekkid...hahaha.

The cabins are all close by so no problems there. Like on HUGE BLOCK PARTY!!

Is the water cold??! I dont want my parts to look small on camera!!! :D

Yeah thats why you rent the boat. The Mansion would not even come close to housing the number of people we plan to have this year. Thats why we had to opt for a different solution.
Hence why we made multiple options to choose from. The houseboat would be awesome for everyone from last year. Then you could just jump in the water nekkid...hahaha.

The cabins are all close by so no problems there. Like on HUGE BLOCK PARTY!!

Is the water cold??! I dont want my parts to look small on camera!!! :D
again :D

I liked the mansion because it was just us there, no one to piss off, we could go outside and set our car alarms off and only piss off a bunch of ostriches. it was easy to get ahold of everyone since we were all right there. maybe the veterans of the dragon will just have to rock the boat.

ok whose gonna join me on a parrty boat.

sign up below

1. Feras
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Get'um Feras...............
Looking forward to seeing you.

ive already put in for my vacation :)

yeah i cant wait for the 5th or 10th annual one of these...we should totally make a cult out of this dragon thing :)

feras, quit acting like me and guy havent already forumed a boat crew

feras, quit acting like me and guy havent already forumed a boat crew

where? can i join?

So who's the skipper and gilligan? We know meow is ginger and kari is mary ann. But whos the rest?

i'll be the professor, why the hell not.

^^ gilligan

(i was maverick last time)

I thought for a minute that said "giggleman"

Looks like a lot of the cabins have hot tubs- just gotta call and make sure you get one of those. Just thing- we can have a naked cabin crawl, with different drinks(and hot tubs) at each one!

And guys, if you haven't already- check out the raffle. http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=44973

with only 200 tickets being sold, your chances of winning are pretty good, especially if you buy more than 1 ticket. And just think about all the goodies you can get for your car with $500!

Won't you join us on the boat Elara?? You can be the Skipper! :D

Looks like a lot of the cabins have hot tubs- just gotta call and make sure you get one of those. Just thing- we can have a naked cabin crawl, with different drinks(and hot tubs) at each one!

And guys, if you haven't already- check out the raffle. http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=44973

with only 200 tickets being sold, your chances of winning are pretty good, especially if you buy more than 1 ticket. And just think about all the goodies you can get for your car with $500!

GROUP privacy was what I'll miss :(

I like to watch when I'm not sleeping

Won't you join us on the boat Elara?? You can be the Skipper! :D


I was kinda hoping to be Maryanne...

I have just updated the site with all people registered and all Raffle Ticket purchasers.

Check back often!!

Who's reserved the boat?

_I_ was going to be maryanne!!


I was kinda hoping to be Maryanne...

boat boat boat!!!

Im willing to go in on boat for those interested.

_I_ was going to be maryanne!!


Well damnit. How about Gilligan? Is he taken yet?

You want to be Gilligan?

i thought brian was gilligan lol

gilligan (me) will reserve the boat

What's a brotherhood without traditions!?

http://www.rx8club.com/showpost.php?p=625114&postcount=11

So how should we select NEXT year's recipient? :D

Sorry for the Delay this weekend guys, I have updated the site with the Newly registered participants. Starting to grow!!

Don't forget about the Raffle 34 tickets sold so far.

oh man this kills me, reminds me of sesame street
"one of these things is not like the other"
http://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=35476

Yeah....but which one? :)

Just plain horriible......

where do i vote i like 3!

I thought 3 look cool in an abstract kind of way. That's why I posted it... :)

Anyone got a quote on the houseboat yet?
Im comparing small cabin to sharing houseboat.
Trying to weigh money vs privacy.....

I thought 3 look cool in an abstract kind of way. That's why I posted it... :)

I think 3 looks a little cheezy.

On a T-Shirt, I think 1 or 2 will look good.

Think embroidered....

Anyone got a quote on the houseboat yet?
Im comparing small cabin to sharing houseboat.
Trying to weigh money vs privacy.....


Well, I can promise you you won't get ANY privacy if you're on that houseboat with Guy and Meow!

I'm going for a cabin, just not sure which one yet. I love all you guys but I don't need any cameras down my pants in the middle of the night.

Houseboat list:

epitrochoid (2)
guy321
feras
meow

we need 13 more!!

#2 looks tight, but I'll give #3 an "A" for effort.

Like Elara, I think Q and I will take the cabin. :D

Like Elara, I think Q and I will take the cabin. :D
cabin schmabin, the boat is where its at. lol

#1

I noticed we have some WC3 and WoW players in here.
Ill bring my laptop! :D

My better half would like to get some of the ladies together for an outing over at Pigeon Forge. (Big Outlet Mall area)
Anyone interested, drop a PM.

I am sure mine would be up for that!

If it's shopping one day and the casino the next, I'll be broke by Friday.

If it's shopping one day and the casino the next, I'll be broke by Friday.

im gonna try and casino every day
mornings do the dragon, afternoons casino time its gonna rock

I won't be able to do either one...We now have 2 8's in the garage. One for me and one for my oldest son. A base sport package, 6sp in Nordic Green for the younger of us.

Paul

Alright everyone, we are doing a little better on the raffle after Christmas.

REMEMBER MY DEAL, if we sell 100 tickets by the end of January then I will pull an extra ticket for a free registration.

WE HAVE ALREADY SOLD 54 TICKETS COME ON WE CAN MAKE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'll be there, if the football schedule at AU allows it that is. (I will be in AU's Band and will be at most of the football games. Usually that weekend is an away game, and I think I will be able to make it)


I just wanna show my dad that I can drive too ^_^. Cmon dad.. Why can't we go to the casino?

rxsleeper

I'll be there, if the football schedule at AU allows it that is. (I will be in AU's Band and will be at most of the football games. Usually that weekend is an away game, and I think I will be able to make it)


I just wanna show my dad that I can drive too ^_^. Cmon dad.. Why can't we go to the casino?

rxsleeper
Sure, We can go to the Casino...but you must pay the bills/line of credit.
Dad

Damn, I wish your were my dad! LOL!

Anyway...I feel a night at the tables coming on!
Poker or craps for me!

That is if the wife doesnt put me in the poor house before I can put us there!

Its time to start registering for the event, now that the holidays are over and the new year is starting. Remember your registration must be in by July 31, 2005. I can't believe that only 2 people took advantage of the $5 discount on registration by December 31, 2004. And only 3 people participated in the logo contest. There are over 10,000 members on this board!!!!

The board for the Brotherhood of the Dragon has commited to providing an awesome banquet and great accomodations. We have guarenteed a specific number of spots and have signed a contract for that commitment. Lets get those registrations in!!!

I am making a commitment to you that if you pay for your registration fee and you end up winning the raffle for the free registration then I will refund your money, this way you will not lose out on the chance to win.

Is there something more we need to do to help advertise this or help sell the registration, please your comments are welcome!!!

CHECK OUT MY SIGNATURE FOR LINKS TO REGISTRATION!!!!! Registration is $50 and you can check out Mazda Now for all the specifics.

BUMP!!!
Join in the fun all!!!!

12 people registered so far and its only January!!! Gonna be something you won't want to miss.

For the completely uninitiated, can someone describe what kinds of things will take place during this weekend? Interpret that question however you like...

But seriously, I am curious to know what it's all about.

For the completely uninitiated, can someone describe what kinds of things will take place during this weekend? Interpret that question however you like...

But seriously, I am curious to know what it's all about.

Certainly...

What started last year as a simple post by epitrochoid, resulted in a gathering of about 26 people in the Smokey Mountains, to meet, converse and challenge the Tail of the Dragon. The "Tail of the Dragon" is an 11 mile, mountain road with 318 curves and no other roads joining into it. The RX-8, being the high-performance, smooth handling creature she is, was a PERFECT match for these twisting, curving roads. Car Clubs from all over the USA gather there for meets and to "challenge" the Dragon. The driving experience alone is a pleasure you won't soon forget.

Last year, we rented an 18 room mansion and gathered on Friday night. We ran the Tail of the Dragon on Saturday, and had our banquet on Saturday night. Many sponsors came together to donate doorprizes. The picture-taking opportunities were phenomenal, to say the least. In essence, it was one of those events in your life that you'll cherish memories of forever.

Another facet which contributed to the success of this meet was the people. Imagine 26 people coming together for the first time, and truly enjoying the company of every single one. Each person had their own persoanlity, perspective and character, but the subtle charm of the mountains and surrounding area seemed to induce a harmonious comraderie, seldom experienced in normal, day-to-day events.

We enjoyed the damn thing so much, we decided to do it again! Hell, we've decided to make it an annual affair!!

This year, many of us are going up early, to make it a 4 day vacation from the 7th of Sept through the 11th. Last year I took my daughter. This year I'm taking my whole family. There is so much to do and see up there, I'd be foolish NOT to make it a family affair. You have horse-back riding, white water rafting, museums, the Smokey Mountain Railroad, casinos and, of course, the mystical beauty of the mountains. We will also be giving away some pretty nice doorprizes, having guest speakers and as many vendor setups as possible. We will be posting an itinerary soon, detailing activties and outlining things to do. The official "meet" will probably be held on Saturday.

With your registration, you'll receive a discount to the Fontana Village, where we'll be gathering this year to accomodate all the people we anticipate attending, a certificate of induction into the RX-8 Brotherhood of the Dragon, a goody bag, a Brotherhood of the Dragon t-shirt, a ticket for a chance at winning one of the doorprizes and a feast fit for a king.

Use the links below to explore associated websites featuring the Dragon and the area. Then, come and join us for socializing, feasting and the CHALLENGE OF THE DRAGON. Hopefully, we'll see you there!

http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/index.htm

http://www.tailofthedragon.com/index.html

http://www.fontanavillage.com/

http://www.dealsgap.com/index2.php

Short Dragon Sample Video (http://www.mazdanow.com/temp/dragonshort.mpg)

Another facet which contributed to the success of this meet was the people. Imagine 26 people coming together for the first time, and truly enjoying the company of every single one. Each person had their own persoanlity, perspective and character, but the subtle charm of the mountains and surrounding area seemed to induce a harmonious comraderie, seldom experienced in normal, day-to-day events.


This alone, except for the 318 other reasons, made the trip worth while. I look forward to seeing you guys but with 2 different 8's this time. I wonder how my R- Comp tires will do on the new asphalt.......hmmmm....
Paul

Dammit, I gotta rememebr to register for this thing.

What is it from Miami? 18 horus or so?

its worth mentioning there was a hot tub too...and some high quality wine from a screw off top :P

Dammit, I gotta rememebr to register for this thing.

What is it from Miami? 18 horus or so?

Ask otravago. He made the drive up from Miami last year. We did the caravan thingy. :D

And you're right....get off yer azz and register!! You gotta make this one.

And don't you worry we will have a MUCH BIGGER caravan this year, so you can head up to Jacksonville, and meet up with us and we can have a HUGE caravan up to the dragon!

Register for the meet then go get a couple raffle tickets for the chance to win free registration. And don't worry if you register before we draw the raffle winners and you win free registration we will refund your registration! Can't beat that!!

Check out my signature for the links to everything!

I'll probably come up to Jax tuesday night, and ride out early wednesday with you all

ill volunteer to lead the yankee caravan from the north i start from philly, go through baltimore, cut across maryland then take 81 practically all the way down, will stop to have more join :D

ill volunteer to lead the yankee caravan from the north i start from philly, go through baltimore, cut across maryland then take 81 practically all the way down, will stop to have more join :D

it's just such a long ride. 12 hours? going down probably isn't too bad but coming home you're probably wiped out. i don't know if i have it in me. :D

I'm planning on going as well and bringing my black beauty, but I'm just waiting to register to make sure that the car is all said and done. As long as it's done in the beginning of march, it should be on the road by april.
So that means I'll be heading down from Cleveland. I could join up with the "Philly" caravan!

It wil be great meeting more new people. I'm gonna put a count-down times on the main BOTD page.

This is gonna ROCK!! :D :D

HETZ?? You coming?? I've heard rumors about a pink belly... :D

Devoid I think you will fulfill some fantasy's if you make it down!!! I know you will fulfill mine, I really want to see that car.

Not to get off track but I looked up the price of that LED underbody kit....OMG!!!!! I can't wait to see that in person. Not to mention I hope to have the Screen for my PC fiberglassed in the dash similar to yours by then.....Could your shop tell my shop what parts of the radio needed to be left in to keep everything functional?

Back on track, I think we are gonna have some of the more active members up there this time around.....DON'T MISS IT!!!!

The trips there and back are a blast too, just make sure you get in with a caravan of people coming from your area and you will have the time of your life!!

with any luck, i'll be FI'd and on HKS suspension by early august...just in time to fly off a cliff!

First dibs on any surviving parts at the bottom of the cliff!!

Sorry, BlueGrimRX8, what happens in Tennessee, stays in Tenessee.

Alright, I got the ball rolling. I'll paypal my money in tomorrow next week when I get paid.

Probably just gonna be me as the wife aint into this sorta thing. If it is just me I hope to share space with someone. Be forwarned, I snore like a chainsaw :D

not it!

Thanks everyone (esp. Raz) for the added detail and information concerning the event. Very nice write-up, and I have to say that I am really intrigued. My main concerns are how far I am (Michigan) and whether or not my wife would want to go with me. I doubt I would be "allowed" to go solo... But at least there is still time to decide and I have no vacation time planned yet for this year. And I do have to figure out how many miles this would put on my car...

And for the record, I only drink my wine out of a box... ;)

And for the record, I only drink my wine out of a box... ;)

Not even two buck chuck? Maybe you need to introduced to the fine spirits in the south.......Boone's Farm, Annie Green Springs, and the old stand by MD 20-20.......

Hope you can make it. Raz and guys I will register soon. Work is getting in the way of my fun, it may be time to retire AGAIN!

Paul

MD 20-20.......
anyone who brings MD 20/20 gets to drive my car the WHOLE weekend!

because i sure as hell wont be! dirtysouthforlife!

I would love to come but I think its a little too far for me. I live in Portland Oregon, way on the west side. Plus Sept 7th is my 19th BIRTHDAY.

poor excuse!

i've been having second thoughts about it...

1. it doesnt leave the dock
2. someone (probably me) has to front all the money and be reimbursed. randy you know how that goes...
3. it's sort of away from all the action
4. we may not be able to be in close proximety to our cars...something that's important to me whenever i'm in a 'condense' area like that with people i dont know (not you guys, but other random tourists)

Brian - Get one of the larger cabins then. They are grouping us together as much as possible just so we're not spread out all over the place and so we can keep an eye on each other's vehicles, etc. Looking forward to seeing you again.

yeah, that's what i was planning on doing. it slipped my mind that these cabins have several bedrooms.

who wants to bunk up in the sin bin!

Just wanted to let you know we now have the use of the boat at the Fontana village for all nights of the event!
Bring your swimming suits!

that's got trouble written all over it..lol..what kinda boat is it?

wakeboarding in the mountains > *

that's got trouble written all over it..lol..what kinda boat is it?

wakeboarding in the mountains > *


awesome ill drive the boat

The boat is houseboat....sorry, no wakeboarding! :D
You can rent the pontoon boat and do some tubing though.

ooo the houseboat...i was hoping for like a malibu or a donzi or something lol

Alright everyone, I had been out of town for a few days. The Raffle and Registration pages are updated. 122 TICKETS SOLD!!! We are getting there. Can't wait for this thing to end so we can give these great prizes away!!

I love my car and all, but I think this "brotherhood" of the dragon thing is taking it a little too far.

I love my car and all, but I think this "brotherhood" of the dragon thing is taking it a little too far.

It looks a bit boring to be honest.

Track days anyone? Maybe some twisty side streets somewhere? A tity bar anyone ? :cool:

Anything is better than just hanging out at someone's house...

I love my car and all, but I think this "brotherhood" of the dragon thing is taking it a little too far.


Uh, it's just a get together to drive the Tail of the Dragon- how's that taking it to far? We had an amazing time last year, so the guys are setting it up again. If you don't want to go, don't- but don't pick at something you don't understand either.


And E-Brake, it wasn't AT someone's house- they rented a mansion in the Rocky Mountains, and local people came in from the surrounding area. This year it's at a resort. And honestly, if you find this road boring, I'd hate to see what you think is exciting- some of the best driving on the east coast. Most of the big car clubs have special events here- not exactly your run of the mill driving experience. Honestly, guys, what was the point of posting stuff if you think it's going to suck so much? Did you even look at the info for it before you made comments?

Jdunsh - you are more than welcome to your opinion, thats why we open it up to anyone that is interested, very similar to a car show.

E-Brake - I don't believe that you understand nor do I believe you took the time to read any of the posts on this event. This is an event held at Deals Gap North Carolina. There is a road there called US129, also known as the Tail of the Dragon (hence the name brotherhood of the dragon). This road has a lot of similarities to "track days" and "twisties". There are 318 turns in 10 miles of road, there are no cross streets to interfere and many car clubs meet there on an annual basis to hang out, enjoy a great driving experience, then have some beers and have a good time. This is what the event is all about. We are doing nothing even close to hanging out at someones house. We have rented a large group of cabins near US129 as well as a banquet hall. We have many sponsors as well as a great staff of people planning the event.

We respect everyone's educated opinion and please feel free to pass up this thread when reading through the forums if you are not interested. If you are interested please feel free to let me or anyone else on the event planning board if you have any questions. You can also visit the links in my signature for more information as well as a great raffle for all of the rotary community.

edit: Elara and I posted at the same time, sorry for a lot of duplication, but I think it provides even more insight and helps everyone to understand they must read the whole thread before posting to increase there post count.

I was just asking. I'm not trying to start a rant or anything...

I didn't see many cruising pix. I saw a car wash and a bit of hanging out... What else am I to assume?

oh, and my idea of a great road is one so twisty and wooded you can't see more than 20-30ft in front of you :D

What else did everyone do last time?

hmmm, interesting...I'll have to see when I have vacation days available

Like we said before, you didn't bring your post to say you were just asking, because you came across that you didn't read any of the posts above or any of the other threads on the subject, which if you haven't seen all the posts then you haven't read much
For everyone here are plenty of pictures, partying, driving, hanging out, the mansion, car wash, hanging out more, etc
One (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon/raz.htm)
Two (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon/om%20nc.htm)

Three (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon/davet.htm)
Four (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon/_elara.htm)

And here is a link to about 100 more pictures (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon/pictures.htm)

For other threads on the Dragon meet see these:

One (http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=44973)
Two (http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=44975)

Three (http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=44970)
Four (http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=50972)

/rant Please don't take this in a harsh way, I just wish people (not just you) would take a little time to read threads before just posting senseless posts. /rant

I understand what its all about, i've seen the pictures, videos etc. I definitely like to see people getting together on a common ground, especially the 8, so in that sense I applaud you. I guess I was just commenting on the choice of words (Brotherhood), for the get-together.

oh, and my idea of a great road is one so twisty and wooded you can't see more than 20-30ft in front of you :D



That's exactly what this is :) There could be 30 cars n the half mile in front of you, and unless you caught up wit them, you'd never know. There aren't a lot of pictures from THAT section of the road because it's very hard to hold the camera still- believe me, we tried, repeatedly.

I love my car and all, but I think this "brotherhood" of the dragon thing is taking it a little too far.


Obviously, you have not ridden the dragon. Don't knock it until you have tried it!

I understand what its all about, i've seen the pictures, videos etc. I definitely like to see people getting together on a common ground, especially the 8, so in that sense I applaud you. I guess I was just commenting on the choice of words (Brotherhood), for the get-together.
the weekend was more than just driving...it was all about meeting new people and getting drunk with them (no DUI'ing though). there are no crusing pics because if youre operating a camera while driving any of the roads we were cruising on, there better be a medivac chopper close by.

give us the chance to prove you wrong and come out this year!

Just made my reservation!! Can't wait!! Lets go guys registration for the event is still slim and in order to get the group rate you need to be registered by July 28, 2005!

There is definitely some interest here on my part, but since I still have some time to decide and do some convincing (it is a loooong ways from here and after all, I am a "FamilyMan"...), I cannot make any commitments yet. The idea of all those 8's winding through the Smoky Mountains is definitely intriguing.

Time for a family vacation! We have a couple members that are bringing thier families. There is plenty of room and we have plenty of activities planned that are family outings. Don't worry as it gets closer we will do a great job of convincing you!

There is definitely some interest here on my part, but since I still have some time to decide and do some convincing (it is a loooong ways from here and after all, I am a "FamilyMan"...), I cannot make any commitments yet. The idea of all those 8's winding through the Smoky Mountains is definitely intriguing.

I'm taking my entire family. There's horseback riding, museums, shopping, The Smokey Mountain Railway, Indian Reservations, white water rafting.....what better place for a family vacation? woooo hoooo :D

...and the list of doorprizes is growing.

Very nice, Raz...

And thanks guys for the advice. I will have to do some research on the area. BTW, my son is 4 (I guess 5 by then) and my daughter's 1 yrs. old, so I don't know how well the trip would work out. I might have a better chance leaving the bundles of joy at the grandparents and taking the wife down with me.

I guess if we make it to the end of summer and we still don't have our vacation used up, we'll have no choice but to come down, right?? Haha... (evil grin)

Very nice, Raz...

And thanks guys for the advice. I will have to do some research on the area. BTW, my son is 4 (I guess 5 by then) and my daughter's 1 yrs. old, so I don't know how well the trip would work out. I might have a better chance leaving the bundles of joy at the grandparents and taking the wife down with me.

I guess if we make it to the end of summer and we still don't have our vacation used up, we'll have no choice but to come down, right?? Haha... (evil grin)

Can you say,

"2nd Honeymoon?"

Wooooooooooooooooo HOOO!! :D :D :D

Hehe... I'll have to show her your post...
:)

I guess if we make it to the end of summer and we still don't have our vacation used up, we'll have no choice but to come down, right?? Haha... (evil grin)

It's even worth it if you're out of vacation ! !

Use some "sick" days, 'cause if you don't you're surely gonna be sick................ ;)

WINNERS HERE!!!! (http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?p=799617#post799617)

Hehe... I'll have to show her your post...
:)

Seriously, try and make it. We REALLY had a great time last year. This year will be even better, as a couple days have been added, we're slowing down the pace a bit more to take advantage of the sites and attractions of the area. There will be many give-aways, awards, socializing, good eating and picture taking.

The only reason we are doing this is because we had such a good time last year. We're not making any money....just socializing with friends and family, while enjoying the natural beauty of the Great Smokey Mountains and experiencing the thrill of challenging the Dragon! The t-shirt ALONE is worth the journey! :D :D

Thanks, Raz... I really am thinking about it, despite the almost 600 miles each way (I Mapquested it the other day). It's definitely on my list... but I don't even have my 1-yr. old's first birthday planned yet, and it's tomorrow! So you know how it is... I'll definitely decide before the deadline.

Gotta go find a cake for my little girl to spread all over her face now... :)

I think I'm going to make the pilgrimage and join you all. Wish more peeps from the Texas area were interested in going, I'm sure it will be a great time.

Please join us, check out the links in my sig to register!! We had a blast last year and we only had 2 days, now we have almost 5!!

im sure more people will sign on with us as time goes on...it's not too bad a drive from DFW i'd guess

The thought just occurred to me that my son will be starting kindergarten this fall. So I will probably need to come up with something creative because I don't want him missing any school.

155 DAYS TO GO!!
:D :D :D :D :D
Woooo Hoooo!!

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I'm thinking of heading down there with my girl. hows the fishing there it looks really nice there. iam from nj thats what about 11 hr ride

The fishing is damn decent smrx8. Check out some of the assocoated web sites linked thru our event web page HERE (www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005) .

As far as driving time from NJ, check with MazdaspeedFeras, he made the trip last year.

Make your plans and come on down. We'ed love to have ya ! ! :) :) :) :)

Thw wife doesnt wanna take that car trip so I'll be flying solo.

On the upside, thats just more trouble I can get into.

Thw wife doesnt wanna take that car trip so I'll be flying solo.

On the upside, thats just more trouble I can get into.


As long as we're not completely disabled by circumstances beyond our control at that point, the husband and I will do our best to contribute to the trouble.

Are you bringing me more backup drivers? :)

As long as we're not completely disabled by circumstances beyond our control at that point, the husband and I will do our best to contribute to the trouble.

Are you bringing me more backup drivers? :)


depends on your definition of backup driver...:D But probably bringing Chris from last year at least for a day or so. No collapsing halfway through the run from an exhausting night of deauchery on us this year! Suck it up this time!

Is anyone from California going? I was thinking of taking leave for this but I'm kind of worried about doing a cross country trip with my baby. Then again what would be the point of going if I can't drive the 8 through those corners. Are there any Cali people driving there or are they all going to fly.

Bring the car and come on Kid. And, just for safe measure, watch your altitude since you'll get pretty close to the Sun along the way...... ;) :eek: :D

California would definitely win the longest drive award!!!! ;)

All this interest lets get some more people registered, remember you can register and you have til July 28 to pay!

I'm thinking about going, I didn't see anyone from NY on the registration list, did anyone from NY attend last year?

Alright peeps...I know you've all been waiting to hear this, but I've finally registered. So...now that the easy part is over for me...now to the hard part: Where am I gonna stay? Ladies, offers? Haha...JK! ;-) (Maybe) Anyway, seriously...it appears like most people are shooting for the cabins, since we can park fairly close, keep an eye on the cars, and hot tubs woohoo! What cabins are people lookin' at? I guess I'b be lookin' at the Hemlock cottage to split with someone. As of now, I'll be comin' down alone, but I can't guarantee that won't change. So let me know if anyone is interested in splittin' a 2 bedroom cabin.

As a sidenote....maybe on the rollcall page, you can include:
1. Who's stayin' where
2. If they're lookin' for others to share the cottage/boat
know what I mean?

Thanks guys!

PS - I've been drivin' the car....and it is AWESOME! WOOHOO! It is so far out of this world...damn I'm a good designer! Now if only a major auto or auto electronics manufacturer would take notice! ;)

Bump! Hello?

I think I'm gonna try to make the trip. I'll be fighting with Straight8 for the lead position all the way over. :D

We'll be glad to have you guys. Look forward to seeing you. We're currently finalizing some of the event sponsorship participants and should have an event update in the next couple of weeks. Check the site often HERE (www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005)

i think ill be going

Wow sorry, since the email notice isn't working on the site I missed these latest posts.

Devoid: We are all shooting for the cabins as thats where we have the discounts set up. We also have it set up so that everyone makes their own reservations, so at this point I don't have a way to see who is staying in which cabins, but rest assured that all the cabins that we have reserved are all close together and we will all be able to park our cars close, etc. There are a few people trying to get the houseboat going but I am not sure how that panned out, you may want to find that thread in the lounge where everyone was talking about it. Don't forget to send in the registration fee before the deadline of July 30 so I can send you your confirmation and you can go ahead and book your cabin with our discount.
On a side note, I am VERY MUCH looking forward to checking out your car!!!! And maybe there will be a sponsor there that will take notice!!

And remember everyone, we can't guarentee/hold the reservation after July 30 thats why we set up the deadline for registration. So please register and pay on the site so that I can send you a confirmation number so you can get the group discount!!!!

^^ All good to hear, and I'll get in that registration fee.

In lookin' at the cabins, I guess I was just lookin' for who would be interested in splitting a cabin? There seems to be no point in taking a whole cabin to myself, rather than splitting a two bedroom cabin. I know accroding to the registration site that there are some others who are coming alone as well. I was hopin' to get a response from others who may be thinkin' along the same lines.

Or maybe I'm completely off? if you're coming alone, will they automatically double you up in a cabin? ie two individuals coming alone get setup in a cabin with 2 bedrooms?

No you are most definitely right in looking for someone to share the cabin with, because we are letting everyone do their own registration (due to losses last year) we aren't able to do the pairing. So I would suggest trying to get in a room with someone coming alone, or book the room for yourself and then offer the other bedroom up to those who have not registered and were looking for roomy too.

bump! Trip! Cough! (AHEM!) :)

Alright everyone. We are coming up on a month away from the registration deadline of July 31, 2005. Remember you must have filled out the Registration form, sent in the Registration fee AND filled out the WAIVER form on the website to be considered registered.

Also remember that you must be REGISTERED and PAID in order to book a cottage at the village under our group discount.

I will be sending out some reminder emails coming up in the next couple weeks to remind everyone who has registered and not paid.

Hopefully everyone will see this post since the board isn't sending out emails when updates are made.

Maybe you need to introduced to the fine spirits in the south.......Boone's Farm, Annie Green Springs, and the old stand by MD 20-20.......


Mmmmmmmm...... Boone's Farm...... things could get ugly! :cool:

dirtysouthforlife!

Amen, fo sho!

Time is getting short!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

Mmmmmmmm...... Boone's Farm...... things could get ugly! :cool:



Amen, fo sho!


Ever try dipping chocolate pop-tarts in a lil MD 20/20? Jump starts your mornings ;)

Ever try dipping chocolate pop-tarts in a lil MD 20/20? Jump starts your mornings ;)

LMAO..... that sounds reeeeaaaalllly gross!!!!

Wanted to clarify a couple things for everyone interested in the Brotherhood of the Dragon meet this year.

Cut-off for guaranteed availability of lodging at Fontana Village is 7-28-05 per our agreement with Fontana. After the 7-28 date, the space will be available to the public at large. It may still be available for late folks, but then again it may not.

Cut-off date to have a guarenteed spot at the Banquet is 8-31-05.

With all of that said, I wanted to be sure everyone knew all of the options. If you are still on the fence deciding whether to make it or not, we will accept registration up to 5 days before the event, but I wanted everyone to understand that waiting until the last minute did have some downfalls.

Please feel free to shoot me an email if there are any questions concerns, or special requests.

ZOOM ZOOM

So...with the two imminent recalls about to come for our beloved 8's I'm wondering if we should turn this event into a who has the best loaner car contest. Just sitting here thinking how that 02 Chevy Malibu I always get stuck with will tear up the Dragon. :rolleyes:

im rocking a chevy trailblazer totally crushes your malibu in torque ;)

So who has the RX8 trailer hitch to tow back the Trailblazer that rolled down the side of the mountain and the Malibu that crashed into oncoming traffic..... :D

actually im considering hitching a trailer to a truck and towing my 8 in

I'm thinking that we should get one of the local Mazda dealers to set up at the event and perform the recalls at the site. Kinda kill 2 birds with one stone.....

Dave you are up there, can you hook that up!!!! :)

Now, THAT sounds like a good idea!

Alrighty, well the last day of the guarenteed group discount (for Fontana Village) was yesterday. I hope everyone was able to get their registration in.

Remember you can still register, we just can not guarentee that there will be space at the village. But also remember there are a lot of people looking for others to stay with so please post if you need a roommate, etc.

GETTING REALLY CLOSE!!!!!!

We are only 27 days out!!!!!!!! :eek: :D

SO HERE ARE THE NEWEST UPDATES:

I have made some MAJOR updates to the website. Please take a look at the Itinerary Section (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/itinerary.htm) of the website for the plans of the weekend. There is a lot of information there as well as ideas and things for people looking for additional activities.

Another MAJOR update is the Sponsors (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/sponsors.htm) area. Please visit all of our Sponsors (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/sponsors.htm) as they have been so kind to donate a lot of the Raffle Prizes (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/raffleprizes.htm)

As you can see above I have also posted a Raffle Prizes (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/raffleprizes.htm) list. This list is growing everyday so check back often.

One of the major events of the weekend besides the DRAGON (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon/assets/mapdragonCHERloop.gif) is the SHOW AND SHINE CAR SHOW. Take a look at the ITINERARY (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/itinerary.htm) for a list of the categories and prizes. The show will consist of 6 categories. All registered and paid attendees will recieve a voting ballot and will vote on all of the RX-8's that wish to participate. Participation is free with your paid registration. The show will be held on Friday and we will be cooking burgers and socializing. Prizes will be given out during the banquet on Saturday.

I would like to get a tally of where everyone is staying. If you could please email me with your type of cabin and if you need roommates or if you already have some people staying with you let me know that too.

Please PM me or E-Mail (jcgrim@comcast.net) if you have any questions or comments.

James and BOTD planning Board

**TIME FOR A REMINDER**
As of August 31, 2005 I have to give Fonatana a FINAL number for the banquet. This number will be based on the number of PAID registrations. If you have not paid by August 31, 2005 I can not guarentee you food at the banquet or a T-Shirt, I will try to get you a goody bag, time permitting. As of right now we have 37 Attendees (including guests) of which 11 have not paid for registration. Remember as always registration is not required but paying the registration fee gets you:
Discount for lodging at Fontana Village
Goody Bag (including free give aways)
T-Shirt
Raffle Ticket (Check out the sponsors and prizes at mazdanow.com)
Banquet Ticket
Registration into the Car show for prizes

I will be sending out an email to everyone who has not paid yet on August 25, 2005. Please feel free to PM me or E-mail me if there are any problems or questions.

Thanks guys.
BOTD planning Board

A little incentive for all of you fence sitters out there...........

Our friends at Racing Beat have donated one of their new REVi intake kits to be given away as a doorprize.

:D :D :D :D

And we ain't done yet, so come and join us.........................

Can I win that?! Pleeeeeeaaaaassseeeee! :D ;)

Can I win that?! Pleeeeeeaaaaassseeeee! :D ;)

Anything is possible. And I'd say your odds are whole lot better than you get on a lottery ticket..... :D

In fact your odds are about 1:34 right now, they will be even better as we get additional large prizes added to the prize list.

Don't think for a second that just because I have the REVi already I'm going to make the odds better for everybody. In fact after I WIN that prize I imagine I'll have the only dual REVi equipped 8!! :D I might be willing to make a deal...

Don't think for a second that just because I have the REVi already I'm going to make the odds better for everybody. In fact after I WIN that prize I imagine I'll have the only dual REVi equipped 8!! :D I might be willing to make a deal...


Aren't you just a comedian today?! :p

^^^Wow. An after "work hours" post. I'm speechless! ;)

^^^Wow. An after "work hours" post. I'm speechless! ;)


:eek: Jackass!

:eek: Jackass!

Now, now, kiddies................no need to rev each other up...... :D

How many days?....................12 and counting :cool:

Want another tease?.............How about that Mazda USA is donating door-prizes consisting of RX-8 models, RX-8 books, RX-8 mugs, and RX-8 thermos(s)......or is that thermosi? :D

Check out the rest of the prize list HERE (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/raffleprizes.htm)

If you're procrastinating because you can't make it for the whole 4 days, then come for whatever time your schedule allows. And, if you can't be there on Sat. night for the banquet, then contact us about deducting the banquet cost from the registration (not an option if you're there on Sat. night).

Hope to see you there.........zoom-zoom, beep

Anyone up for rafting on saturday? I'm not getting in until friday night and my guest wants to go! :) Is the $40 the regular price or is it a special price. If its a special price, can we still get it for saturday :D .

edit: this will not interfere with my dragon drives :)

As of right now it is regular price. I know I plan to go on Thursday probably, but I know you are not the only one that will be coming in on Friday. I am going to try and work a special price if we have enough interest in it.

I'm going next year. Count me in for then. Sorry I can't go this year. I have no 8

Just posted some pictures of the T-Shirts everyone will be recieving, a little something special for the Alumni Dragon Slayers!!!

T-SHIRTS (http://www.mazdanow.com/dragon2005/tshirts.htm)

I know today is a most unfortunate day for everyone effected by the Hurricane. I would like everyone to know that the Brotherhood of the Dragon will be donating a very substantial sum of money to the relief effort of the American Red Cross. This donation will be made through my company and we will be MATCHING DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR the amount that the BOTD donates. During our trip next week we will be collecting as much as we can from all of the participants and that amount will be matched as well.

With all of that said, today is the last day for registration so if you are on the fence about coming, time to make the good decision and come!!! Check out the website link in my signature and we hope to see everyone there!!

James
Botherhood of the Dragon Planning board

Shirts are IN!!!!!

These are the ones for the Alumni and the others just don't have the line across the bottom.

Shirts are IN!!!!!

These are the ones for the Alumni and the others just don't have the line across the bottom.

Cool shirts! 4 days left (6 for me). Im excited :D

Almost time to pack! :)

Wooooooot!!

Packing is done, now all I have to do is get off work tonight and sleep for a few hours. Leaving here at 2am and should arrive around 10 tomorrow morning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!

Packing is done, now all I have to do is get off work tonight and sleep for a few hours. Leaving here at 2am and should arrive around 10 tomorrow morning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!
see ya late in the afternoon...oh yeah ill bring my waiver with me

Don't forget your poker money guys..... :D

I got my 8 back today so I won't be riding shotgun..... WOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!! See you guys in a few hours!

Well its a little after 2 here in Florida and we are off!!! See everyone there today!

Made a quick update to the Agenda. We are going to have a mandatory safety demonstration at 8pm on Wednesday night (thats tonight) for everyone that is going to make it to town by then. It will take place in DaveT's cabin. Take a look at the agenda one last time before you head out.

Thanks guys!!!!

James

Is anyone leaving Florida Thursday noonish?

I'm thinking of becoming a late registrant and heading up tomorrow to be there by late evening and I wouldn't mind teaming up with another 8 for the drive.

I'll be going I-75 to Atlanta so if you're on the way, let me know.

You guys have a good time up there! My flight leaves at 1:20 p.m. for NY. My motel is less than ½ mile from Niagara Falls, so I guess I'll take some pictures or sumthin'.

I still have the window graphics James....left them right on here on my desk. Sorry...




man...wish I was going to the Dragon..... :(

Damn, me too.

I had a GREAT time! Thanks for putting this event together. I can't wait to do it again next year!!!

I had a GREAT time! Thanks for putting this event together. I can't wait to do it again next year!!!

sweet! i'm going to try to make make it next year too. :D