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North of Scotland meet/w-end
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08/09/2015 16:27
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A weekend in April/early May '16.....? The Fife meet? you mean the Italian Car Day? I'm not sure a 'Sunday' by itself will do justice to the distances involved, Ed; (now that there are average speed cameras on the A9 ). It is possible to sail up to near Stronsay from Aberdeen (which is how the 20v and I will be doing it next year), but that is just a little detail I thought I'd put out there for everyone. Probably a little too 'far North' for most folk here... Depends on where we are going. It's definitely where the best roads in this country are though... Yes, the Italian Car Day. I'm thinking maybe MattB, jimboy, MRS....even one or two "hardys" from doon 'ere. Don't know if I'd be doing Orkney unless Mrs Ed was keen on coming along - but then tbh she's probably not that keen on our "meets" Would make more sense to drive north (scenically) on a Saturday, book dinner and accommodation and return Sunday p.m.. How far up would 4 hrs driving each way take us?
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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08/09/2015 16:46
08/09/2015 16:46
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I'm interested. Will depend on my rotation. I'd guess 4 hours from Edinburgh isn't going to get you much beyond Inverness (allowing for traffic). Is Aberdeen the target area?
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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09/09/2015 09:27
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okay, well, as you are asking;
during the day, 4 hours would get us to just beyond Inverness.
Recently, on the return trip from some work, I drove Scrabster (far North coast) to Edinburgh in 5 and a half hours dead. Non stop, not much naughtiness and NOTHING on the road.
Traffic is a big factor on this route. The earlier/later, the better.
an overnight Highland tour, might be more achievable. Maybe we should have a conversation about this at the weekend Ed..?
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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14/09/2015 12:14
14/09/2015 12:14
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Depending how it falls with my rotation then most definitely yes I'd love to do this. Will post my spring time leave periods in the near future.
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
[Re: dante giacosa]
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16/09/2015 01:24
16/09/2015 01:24
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Wow. Would depend on a few factors over which I don't have a lot of influence right now....
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
[Re: dante giacosa]
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16/09/2015 10:18
16/09/2015 10:18
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That's more like it! Great choice Jim. I've been dying to drive these roads with the Coop. May would be better for me. I'll definitely do this with you . I've driven the route to Gairloch several times as my sister lives there. From Inverness it is a truly fantastic drive . Did it in my legacy Turbo estate in 3 hours 15 mins from Linlithgow one quiet summer evening. Nobody believed me apart from those in the car . I've also driven the route to Ullapool- Lochinver -Durness and back the same way . Fantastic open, hedge-free driving roads where you can see the road and any other vehicle well in advance, and all accompanied with truly spectacular scenery. You see so few cars that you feel inclined to wave when you see another one. More than happy to drive this route. Stunning visuals and exhilarating driving. Truly memorable.
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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16/09/2015 15:12
16/09/2015 15:12
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Mrs Ed was keen on coming along - but then tbh she's probably not that keen on our "meets" She's not alone there Simon. I myself - never mind Mrs Lego and my family - find paying to park your car in a field alongside other Italian cars ( most of which are still in production) of little or no interest, especially when there is barely to anything else to do or see at them. There are far better events we can arrange ourselves or attend, that have significantly better facilities and entertainment than the Scottish Italian Car day.
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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16/09/2015 18:15
16/09/2015 18:15
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Aye some truly stunning scenery up here. I could be in the offering all things going well. Will not be totally sure until nearer the time.
I'm an old git & happy with it,most of the time
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
[Re: dante giacosa]
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17/09/2015 15:51
17/09/2015 15:51
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I've PM'd you DG. Wester Ross is a must for the views/roads. Applecross & the famous pass has to be done. Hope this comes off as I've said roads/scenery stunning.
I'm an old git & happy with it,most of the time
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
[Re: dante giacosa]
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17/09/2015 16:45
17/09/2015 16:45
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How many nights away because the West coast food is to die for & of course refreshments Applecross Inn for starters, the sea food has to be tried. There are soo many stop off places to savour. I know of some hidden gems, off the beaten track, such as Mellon Udrigle a beach that's just amazing, reminds you of a deserted tropical Island. The water colour is that jade greeny blue.
I'm an old git & happy with it,most of the time
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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17/09/2015 23:39
17/09/2015 23:39
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I have a feeling this could turn into a big event in the coupe calendar!
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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18/09/2015 01:27
18/09/2015 01:27
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Lego
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2nd half of May would suit me better and spring should have started by then, adding colour to the scenery and longer daylight hours.
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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18/09/2015 11:43
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Will be in UK April & June but away for all of May so I'm out of this already. Shall keep watching this thread. Keen to see details of all the best locations because the Scotland 500 has been on my radar for a while now. Best of luck to all involved.
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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18/09/2015 14:28
18/09/2015 14:28
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I can do May or June. Not keen on April as weather can be iffy(snow) and spring often not quite sprung at that time that far north.
Last edited by Lego; 18/09/2015 16:02.
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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18/09/2015 20:02
18/09/2015 20:02
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Sanna bay/beach most western part of mainland Britain, lovely place, but if you take this in & further up west, it'll take a few days to cram it all in. Worth seeing that's for sure but a time scale needs to be in place to suit all.
Not preaching, just pointing out the scale/time of said journey.
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Re: North of Scotland meet/w-end
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19/09/2015 09:48
19/09/2015 09:48
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No need to change anything for me guys but if June works for most people that's fantastic news! @ Simon. Yeah those dates work for me! In June I should be available between 01/06/2016 - 27/06/2016.
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