Originally Posted by alnielsen

Welcome, I don't know of anyone that lives in that area. We have people in Naperville, Aurora & Plainfield. Check the first post in this thread for our schedule of meetings. May 17th we have one in the Bollingbrook/Dairen area, which in your area. I have an interesting cruise route set up that I think everyone will enjoy.

Originally Posted by Chi-Tom8

you know i probably will. you guys seem great... i just got my 8 in december so i havent had a lot to do with it but slowely its getting there.... im real interested in a turbo kit for it but.. got a another 3.5 yeas of warranty on it so im going to have to hold off on that hey just a quick question is there a thread of pics from these events>?? kinda wanna see how the crowd looks and how they roll??

Originally Posted by RedSheDevil

This post is updated with the most current information for EVOLV-Chicago. More info, visit us at www.freewebs.com/evolvchicago

Anyone around the Chicago area (or somewhere close enough that you're up for a drive to meet)
who is interested in joining our email group, feel free to PM (Private Message) me and I'll send you the info ...

2008 SCHEDULE

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EVOLV-Chicago MEET 'N' EAT
Saturday, April 12 | Time 5pm
Portillo's
1500 Butterfield
Downers Grove
630.495.9033
This meet will include a PROFESSIONAL photo shoot ... please bring a clean car if you'd like to be featured!


EVOLV-Chicago AUTOCROSS
Sunday, April 13 | Time TBA
SCCA Event at Route 66 Raceway
500 Speedway Boulevard
Joliet
1-815-727-RACE
SCCA Website
Route 66 Website
Intro to Autocross (Solo II) Guide
This event fills up fast with SCCA members, who have priority. Spectators are welcome if you'd like to check out an autocross event. Information will be updated as it becomes available.
Discussion

EVOLV-Chicago Members at TRACK WEEKEND
Saturday, April 12 & Sunday, April 13
Road America
N7390 Hwy 67
Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
1-800-365-RACE
Discussion with other EVOLV members here
Official site with info here


OAC - ALL MAZDA MEET -- INDY!
Saturday, April 19 & Sunday, April 20
Indianapolis
For more info, click here
Many of us will be caravaning there, so be sure to sign up if you'd like to join. Check the last pages of this thread to sign up for the caravan for either day!


EVOLV-Chicago SPRING FLING CHICAGO CRUISE
Saturday, April 26 | 7pm
Route will be discussed at the start point.
Start: Northeast Corner of East Upper Wacker Drive & North Columbus Drive, Chicago
Meet in the cul-de-sac at the end of Upper Wacker
End: Hooters of O'Hare
8225 West Higgins Rd
Chicago
773.714.0193
Cruise will begin at 7:30pm, so don't be late!


EVOLV-Chicago WESTERN BURBS CRUISE
Saturday, May 17 | 6pm
Route will be discussed at the start point.
Start: Bolingbrook IKEA
750 East Boughton Road
Bolingbrook
End: Culvers of Darien
541 Plainfield Road
Darien
630.734.0400
Cruise will begin at 7pm, so don't be late!


EVOLV-Chicago MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
Monday, May 26 | Time TBA
Entry into official Memorial Day Parade
We can enter a limited number of cars to drive in the parade. If we get numerous entries, we can vote on the best looking cars to enter. If you are selected as a driver, other EVOLV-Chicago members will ride along with you. This is great PR for our group!!!
Please contact mdw1000 to enter your vehicle. Please provide a picture if possible in case we need to vote.


EVOLV-Chicago LAKESHORE MEET
Saturday, June 7 | Time TBA
Chicago Lakeshore
Information will be updated as it becomes available
Stay tuned!


EVOLV-Chicago SCAVENGER HUNT
Saturday, June 21 | Time TBA
Location: Suburbs
Volunteers for this event are needed. Please contact Aero8 if you are interested in becoming a volunteer to help with this event. There may be a nominal fee to participate in this event.


EVOLV-Chicago MEET 'N' EAT
Saturday, July 12 | Time 5pm
The Foundry
85 Executive Drive
Aurora
Website
The Foundry enforces a 21+ age requirement. This venue offers billiards, shuffleboard, darts, sand volleyball, Off-Track Betting, and a million TVs showing all sorts of sports.


EVOLV-Chicago CAR SHOW
Friday, July 25 | Time TBA
Meijer Parking Lot
1301 Meijer Drive
Rolling Meadows
We will update once we have more information.


EVOLV-Chicago TRACK WEEKEND
Sunday, August 3 | Time TBA
NASA Midwest Weekend - Great Lakes-Midwest Crossover Event +2 Hour Enduro
Road America
N7390 Highway 67
Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin 53020
1-800-365-RACE
NASA Website Road America Website
This is a great event to enter for a HPDE (High Performance Driver Education) Track Day. It also features other races throughout the weekend, so it's great for spectators as well. Contact BlueRenesis82 for more information.


EVOLV-Chicago ANNUAL BBQ!!!!!
Saturday, August 9 | Time TBA
Location TBA
Volunteers for this event are needed. Please contact Aero8 if you are interested in becoming a volunteer to help with this event. There may be a nominal fee to participate in this event.


EVOLV-Chicago MEET 'N' EAT
Saturday, August 23 | Time 4pm
Portillo's
1500 Butterfield
Downers Grove
630.495.9033
Website
Back to our old stomping grounds. We couldn't have a season without a great hotdog! The earlier time will allow for great photo opportunities and a possible cruise to "The Batcave!"


EVOLV-Chicago MEET 'N' EAT
Saturday, September 13 | Time 4pm
O'Sullivans Irish Pub
24205 West Lockport Street
Plainfield
815.436.4529
Website
This is an all-ages venue.


EVOLV-Chicago FALL COLOR CRUISE
Saturday, September 27 | Time TBA
Route will be discussed at the start point.
Kettle Moraine State Forest Scenic Drive
Eagle, Wisconsin
Scheduled to hopefully be a beautiful drive through Kettle Moraine State Forest in Southern Wisconsin, this cruise will be an all-day event. There is a 115-mile drive through six Wisconsin counties from Whitewater Lake to Elkhart Lake (site of Road America). Please contact alnielsen for more information or to volunteer for this event.


EVOLV-Chicago ZOOM ZOOM LIVE!
Dates have not yet been announced
Location: Probably at Arlington Race Track
Arlington Heights
Information will be updated as it becomes available.


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BRILLIANT BLACK -- alnielsen*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- Arweg
BRILLIANT BLACK -- Bravery
BRILLIANT BLACK -- Chrome Wheels*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- djkrazy
BRILLIANT BLACK -- G8rboy*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- importshowoff84
BRILLIANT BLACK -- IrishCurls8*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- JB_Rotary*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- Jinks*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- Josche*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- Kevyland
BRILLIANT BLACK -- lafrad*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- litlred515
BRILLIANT BLACK -- mac11*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- Macius8*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- QCrx8
BRILLIANT BLACK -- Raptor75*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- Red Devil*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- REV_ME_62
BRILLIANT BLACK -- rx8 solo*
BRILLIANT BLACK -- shinpeter
BRILLIANT BLACK -- whosyourbaba
BRILLIANT BLACK -- wisconsinben
GALAXY GRAY -- DominatorX
GALAXY GRAY -- lilring
LIGHTNING YELLOW -- Luke08
LIGHTNING YELLOW -- solesko7
LIGHTNING YELLOW -- StewC625
NORDIC GREEN -- jaedcem
PHANTOM BLUE -- phantom_8*
SHINKA-BRILLIANT BLACK -- hedgecore
SHINKA-BRILLIANT BLACK -- ShinkaChicago
SHINKA-BLACK CHERRY -- maddog63*
SHINKA-BLACK CHERRY -- RedLineShinka
SHINKA-BLACK CHERRY -- sakura968*
SHINKA-BLACK CHERRY -- saxon987*
SHINKA-BLACK CHERRY -- yandrs*
SHINKA-COPPER RED -- Nick R.
SHINKA-COPPER RED -- Radom
SHINKA-GALAXY GRAY -- restiller*
SHINKA-GALAXY GRAY -- Falken
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- amstarvid*
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- chetrickerman*
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- Cruzdreamer*
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- ElusiveFX*
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- GCRX-8
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- LostSailor
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- mdw1000*
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- mrcaustin
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- natetwo3*
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- Racewar*
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- RX26b
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- Rx8rider
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- Staver
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- THMotorsports.com
SUNLIGHT SILVER -- ZimSilver05
TITANIUM GRAY -- AlTitaniumCar
TITANIUM GRAY -- devildog1679*
TITANIUM GRAY -- Gray-8*
TITANIUM GRAY -- LittleDevil
TITANIUM GRAY -- More_Revs
TITANIUM GRAY -- rdgdawg
TITANIUM GRAY -- Reedy
TITANIUM GRAY -- semperfi8
TITANIUM GRAY -- tdiddy*
TITANIUM GRAY -- TiTaniumRX8*
TITANIUM GRAY -- Virtual
TITANIUM GRAY -- ZooM3R*
VELOCITY RED -- B4tm4n*
VELOCITY RED -- BanditCPA*
VELOCITY RED -- bernardrocksmyworld
VELOCITY RED -- Convoy
VELOCITY RED -- Dr. Rx
VELOCITY RED -- elpaco13*
VELOCITY RED -- Gforce 8*
VELOCITY RED -- glassetcher*
VELOCITY RED -- Hunter
VELOCITY RED -- Jajabor*
VELOCITY RED -- joyridevr6*
VELOCITY RED -- jp4wd
VELOCITY RED -- ndhoffma*
VELOCITY RED -- nepopolous
VELOCITY RED -- NMarz77
VELOCITY RED -- QettoE*
VELOCITY RED -- Red_X8*
VELOCITY RED -- redmaz8*
VELOCITY RED -- RedSheDevil*
VELOCITY RED -- RevTo9K*
VELOCITY RED -- Riggs
VELOCITY RED -- Rotary_Wolverine
VELOCITY RED -- vicneu*
VELOCITY RED -- WaterLogged
VELOCITY RED -- Wired_8
WHITEWATER PEARL -- aqrx8
WHITEWATER PEARL -- fatpat
WHITEWATER PEARL -- Solidtrance*
WINNING BLUE -- Adamrotor*
WINNING BLUE -- Aero8*
WINNING BLUE -- almyne4
WINNING BLUE -- BlueRenesis82*
WINNING BLUE -- DyakonFrost
WINNING BLUE -- ello13
WINNING BLUE -- Izzin*
WINNING BLUE -- jgv999*
WINNING BLUE -- luis_o_98*
WINNING BLUE -- PrimusSucks
WINNING BLUE -- puckstopper5*
VELOCITY RED MazdaSpeed 3 -- Rhawb
LASER BLUE Protege5 -- dupa12345
LASER BLUE Protege5 -- mattmanp5*
BLACK Legacy GT -- BoxerGT2.5
BLAZING COPPER Mazda6 -- Arch4life
COMING SOON! -- BIG RED
COMING SOON! -- Johnnybravo60025
COMING SOON! -- Lone_Wolf025*

Honorary members:
TITANIUM GRAY -- Ajax*
VELOCITY RED -- dazygirl415*
WINNING BLUE -- rxeightr*

Members with a * have been to a meet! Come join us!!!

Originally Posted by Aero8

Here are a few pics from a Portillo's meet in 2006. This is pretty much what Saturday should look like. Hopefully with even more cars.

Originally Posted by BlueRenesis82

added autocross thread

Originally Posted by BlueRenesis82

If anyone has any concrete plans to do any auto-x soon with the season coming, please let me know so I can get a thread going on it and drum up some enthusiasm!

Originally Posted by RedSheDevil

Welcome reaper1 and Chi-Tom8!

Originally Posted by luis_o_98

so is anyone driving down next sat for the big meet in indy. jusk asking so i we can start to get the plans worked out for where to meet up and what times. and so on also i got a room down there so if any one wants to go halfes let me know

Originally Posted by luis_o_98

so is anyone driving down next sat for the big meet in indy. jusk asking so i we can start to get the plans worked out for where to meet up and what times. and so on also i got a room down there so if any one wants to go halfes let me know

Originally Posted by RedSheDevil

We are just going down for Sunday. We need some more interest to get caravans for both Saturday and Sunday C'mon people it was a REALLY fun meet/cruise with this group in Chicago last month!!!! They take videos and post them too!!!!

Originally Posted by Chi-Tom8

sooo whats going on if the weather continues to be as horrible as is it is now.>>??? whsts going on with me the meet and im fucked up hahahaha i want to go out still no one wants to drink with me... i hate being european.. no one can handle their liqueur!!

Originally Posted by alnielsen

If he is "fucked up" then he can't handle his liqueur either.

Originally Posted by Bravery

im interested, first time on this subject so.. i want to see what i can do

is anyone around the elgin area?