2008 Run to the Sea Rally

[Reid Trummel]

Not to throw cold water on hot enthusiasm, but I went on this so-called
"rally" a few years ago and could not have been more disappointed.

First of all, it's a real stretch to call it a "rally" at all.  Actually it
was just a tour-on-your-own.  Essentially we paid $75 (or whatever the entry
fee was), and we got a set of directions to get us from Fife to Hood River. 
They were not even rally instructions and we were not timed.  In fact, if I
recall correctly, the gag was that it was all "scored" based on how closely
you matched the time that the so-called rallymaster had taken to drive the
route.  Big yuks for some, a medium-sized fiasco for those of us who were
expecting some kind legitimate competitive element.

I recall thinking at the time, "I didn't need to pay anyone $75 to take a
Sunday drive."

I was so let down by the whole deal that afterwards I contacted the
"organizer" to offer to write a real rally for those who wanted that the next
year.  They could still have their "tour only" group.  At first he didn't
respond.  After I followed up to ask if he received my *generous* offer, he
made a snide reply about how no one wants that kind of thing.

Your mileage may vary, but my opinion of the event and the organizer should be
obvious.

RT 

--- On Sun, 7/13/08, Carlos Cruz <cruz.n.usa at gmail.com> wrote:
From: Carlos Cruz <cruz.n.usa at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: 2008 Run to the Sea Rally
To: "Eric Dremel" <edremel at comcast.net>
Cc: "Cascade Healey Club" <cahc at autox.team.net>
Date: Sunday, July 13, 2008, 7:07 PM

Hi Eric,

As of right now, I am planning to go and would be happy to take lead
on any Healey group wishing to go.  Just let me know.

Cheers,
Carlos Cruz




On Jul 13, 2008, at 1:06 PM, Eric Dremel wrote:

> FYI...Please let me know if any Cascaders will be participating!
>
> Best,
>
> Eric Dremel
> CAHC Activities Coordinator
>
> ------ Forwarded Message
> From: Arnie Taub <ataub at att.net>
> Reply-To: Arnie Taub <ataub at att.net>
> Date: Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:26:27 -0700
> To: Eric Dremel <edremel at comcast.net>
> Subject: 2008 Run to the Sea Rally
>
> YOUR  INVITATION TO
> The Car Tour and Rally
>
> "Run to the Sea"
>
> THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL CARS
>
> Sept. 13-14, 2008
>
> Pack a lunch and join us for this one or two day tour, leaving  from
> Jaguar
> of Tacoma, Fife,WA.    This tour, on your own, will take you South
> and West
> through the back country to the Washington coast. Then South into
> Oregon to
> our final destination at Seaside, OR. These are roads you have
> probably
> never driven on. This event is not a rally, there are no traps. Run
> in the
> style of European events you will be given maps and instructions to
> make
> your drive a pleasant one.    The Oceanview Resort will be our host
> hotel.
> We have arranged a dinner, where you will have the opportunity to go
> over
> the days events with other entrants. You will arrive at the Inn around
> 4:00pm and have time to take a dip in the pool before meeting for
> Cocktails,
> followed by dinner.  A choice of New York Steak with a Mushroom Demi
> Glaze
> and Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Or  Pacific Salmon, baked in Rosemary
> Garlic
> Butter Sauce, and Rice Pilaf. Both entrees come with Fresh Seasonal
> Vegetables,  Mixed Garden Greens with Dressing, Rolls and Butter,
> Dessert,
> Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea .  After dinner there will be an awards
> presentation
> and Raffle Prizes.      On Sunday morning there will be a drivers
> meeting,
> where we will give you the return route.  Before leaving we invite
> you to
> explore  the many shops in Seaside, or  tour down to Tillamook to
> visit the
> cheese factory or the air museum. Before heading home.
>
> For more information, Hotel Reservations  and Entry Form.  Visit our
> website: www.abfm.com  Or Contact Arnie Taub at 425-644-7874
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