NMBM Fri 10/10/08: White Mountains Scenic Drive - LotusTalk

Keeper · 09-30-2008, 03:15 PM

NMBM Fri 10/10/08: White Mountains - Polly's Pancake Parlor

Details may change slightly but here's the general plan.

7:00am - We will leave from the Hooksett, NH Rest Area (on I-93N just after the tolls) at 7:00 am (yup, early)
We'll travel north on 93 then branch off for some scenic side roads.
~9:30 - Breakfast at Polly's Pancake Parlor in Sugar Hill, NH
~12:00 - More scenic side roads to our first refuel/bio-break in Lincoln, NH
We'll drive the Kanc to Bear Notch to Hurricane Mt. Rd to Moat Mt. Smokehouse
~15:30 - We'll adjust our schedule at Moat Mt. Smokehouse with possible early dinner and/or photo stop at MMS between 15:00-16:00.
More scenic roads and photo ops to Ashland, NH
~18:00 - Possible dinner at the Common Man or some place on 93S depending on the time.

People are welcome to come for all or part of the trip and many have done just that in the past. The logical place to join the group are Hooksett, Polly's, Lincoln, and MMS. Of course, you can drop off whenever you like.

DISCLAIMER:
I will drive as much of the route as possible before the event, but traffic and road construction are always possibilities. Anyone is welcome, but you are responsible for your own actions. Reckless drivers are not welcome. This is not a race or exhibition of driving skill. Do not drink and drive. You are expected to operate your vehicle safely and failure to do so is not my problem.

Purist · 09-30-2008, 06:36 PM

I'm in...girlfriend should be too.

Keeper · 10-04-2008, 06:53 PM

Car Count

Keeper - Elise
Jeff Torrey - Esprit
Purist - Elise
Cardinal - Elise
Fredkto - Elise (Katana)
John - F355
Wicked - Elise

Cardinal · 10-05-2008, 01:19 PM

I plan on going. I may go up a day or two early and drive part of the route myself. As far as meeting up, I think I'll just wait on the side of the road at 93N exit 24 and wait for everyone to pass by. It seems easy enough.

Cardinal · 10-06-2008, 04:13 AM

As of now, the weather looks great for the drive:

Daily Weather Forecast for Ashland, NH - weather.com

HiroY · 10-07-2008, 01:30 PM

Wish I could make it...Unfortunately, some of us have to work on weekdays

You can all think of poor little me, slaving away within the workplace while you all have fun

Keeper · 10-07-2008, 05:50 PM

Hiro, you didn't look so good the other day. Maybe you should take Friday off to recover.

Unfortunately, I can't play that card. Several people from work are on my mailing list.

Cardinal · 10-08-2008, 11:40 AM

Are we still on for Friday?

Keeper · 10-08-2008, 11:59 AM

Absolutely.

Keeper · 10-08-2008, 12:25 PM

Lincoln forecast is in the 60's and sunny all day. Foliage will be at peak along the Kanc this weekend.

Wicked · 10-08-2008, 08:30 PM

Keeper, I am back from the PRC and I will meet you guys Friday morning at 7:00AM at the Hooksett rest area on I93.

Dave

Keeper · 10-08-2008, 10:09 PM

Hun how!

Cardinal · 10-09-2008, 06:17 AM

I'm packing the car to head to NH now. I'll be joining at exit 24. If you leave Hooksett at 7:00 sharp, it'll take you probably at least 40 minutes to get to exit 24. I'll be there at 7:20 or so on the side of the road just to make sure.

Keeper · 10-09-2008, 07:24 AM

If we leave at 7am, we will not pass that exit before 7:36. Since I don't plan on being in Hooksett before 6:50, an early departure is unlikely.

i.e., don't worry about getting there early. 7:40 is about right. If I don't see you at the exit, I'll call you and we can meet at exit 26.

Cardinal · 10-09-2008, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keeper

If we leave at 7am, we will not pass that exit before 7:36. Since I don't plan on being in Hooksett before 6:50, an early departure is unlikely.

i.e., don't worry about getting there early. 7:40 is about right. If I don't see you at the exit, I'll call you and we can meet at exit 26.

I'm leaving for NH now. See you tomorrow.

Keeper · 10-09-2008, 07:49 AM

I'm not sure how many are coming tomorrow, but I made reservations for 10 at Polly's. They expect to be busy, so it's good that I called. We should be seated by 10am at the latest which keeps us close enough to schedule.

All this means is that we need to be there by 9:45, so please be on time and gassed up.

Cegan09 · 10-09-2008, 08:23 AM

wish i could make it. Unfortunately class and work trump fun right now. Enjoy the drive.

Jeff Torrey · 10-09-2008, 01:11 PM

See you in the AM.

fredkto · 10-09-2008, 02:58 PM

Shawn,

See you tomorrow at Hooksett.

Regards,

Fred

Jeff Torrey · 10-11-2008, 04:05 AM

Keeper- Great job, many thanks!

09-30-2008, 03:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
Keeper Probably Lurking Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North of Boston Posts: 1,981	NMBM Fri 10/10/08: White Mountains Scenic Drive NMBM Fri 10/10/08: White Mountains - Polly's Pancake Parlor Details may change slightly but here's the general plan. 7:00am - We will leave from the Hooksett, NH Rest Area (on I-93N just after the tolls) at 7:00 am (yup, early) We'll travel north on 93 then branch off for some scenic side roads. ~9:30 - Breakfast at Polly's Pancake Parlor in Sugar Hill, NH ~12:00 - More scenic side roads to our first refuel/bio-break in Lincoln, NH We'll drive the Kanc to Bear Notch to Hurricane Mt. Rd to Moat Mt. Smokehouse ~15:30 - We'll adjust our schedule at Moat Mt. Smokehouse with possible early dinner and/or photo stop at MMS between 15:00-16:00. More scenic roads and photo ops to Ashland, NH ~18:00 - Possible dinner at the Common Man or some place on 93S depending on the time. People are welcome to come for all or part of the trip and many have done just that in the past. The logical place to join the group are Hooksett, Polly's, Lincoln, and MMS. Of course, you can drop off whenever you like. DISCLAIMER: I will drive as much of the route as possible before the event, but traffic and road construction are always possibilities. Anyone is welcome, but you are responsible for your own actions. Reckless drivers are not welcome. This is not a race or exhibition of driving skill. Do not drink and drive. You are expected to operate your vehicle safely and failure to do so is not my problem. __________________ -Shawn (2005 Lotus Econoxotic) Uberpost -- things owners should know - common problems/fixes - rattles, squeaks, noises - read the manual - good ideas? - maintenance - mods - reference - abbreviations Last edited by Keeper : 10-04-2008 at 07:00 PM.

09-30-2008, 06:36 PM	#2 (permalink)
Purist Stick and Rudder Guy Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: New Hampster Posts: 241	I'm in...girlfriend should be too. __________________ Happiness is not about having what you want, but rather not having what weighs too much.

10-04-2008, 06:53 PM	#3 (permalink)
Keeper Probably Lurking Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North of Boston Posts: 1,981	Car Count Car Count Keeper - Elise Jeff Torrey - Esprit Purist - Elise Cardinal - Elise Fredkto - Elise (Katana) John - F355 Wicked - Elise __________________ -Shawn (2005 Lotus Econoxotic) Uberpost -- things owners should know - common problems/fixes - rattles, squeaks, noises - read the manual - good ideas? - maintenance - mods - reference - abbreviations Last edited by Keeper : 10-08-2008 at 10:09 PM.

10-05-2008, 01:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
Cardinal Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Metro North Boston Posts: 2,995 Images: 5	I plan on going. I may go up a day or two early and drive part of the route myself. As far as meeting up, I think I'll just wait on the side of the road at 93N exit 24 and wait for everyone to pass by. It seems easy enough. __________________ '05 SY Elise TP, HT, LSS, Arqray singletip, #307

10-06-2008, 04:13 AM	#5 (permalink)
Cardinal Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Metro North Boston Posts: 2,995 Images: 5	As of now, the weather looks great for the drive: Daily Weather Forecast for Ashland, NH - weather.com __________________ '05 SY Elise TP, HT, LSS, Arqray singletip, #307

10-07-2008, 01:30 PM	#6 (permalink)
HiroY Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 38	Wish I could make it...Unfortunately, some of us have to work on weekdays You can all think of poor little me, slaving away within the workplace while you all have fun

10-07-2008, 05:50 PM	#7 (permalink)
Keeper Probably Lurking Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North of Boston Posts: 1,981	Hiro, you didn't look so good the other day. Maybe you should take Friday off to recover. Unfortunately, I can't play that card. Several people from work are on my mailing list. __________________ -Shawn (2005 Lotus Econoxotic) Uberpost -- things owners should know - common problems/fixes - rattles, squeaks, noises - read the manual - good ideas? - maintenance - mods - reference - abbreviations

10-08-2008, 11:40 AM	#8 (permalink)
Cardinal Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Metro North Boston Posts: 2,995 Images: 5	Are we still on for Friday? __________________ '05 SY Elise TP, HT, LSS, Arqray singletip, #307

10-08-2008, 11:59 AM	#9 (permalink)
Keeper Probably Lurking Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North of Boston Posts: 1,981	Absolutely. __________________ -Shawn (2005 Lotus Econoxotic) Uberpost -- things owners should know - common problems/fixes - rattles, squeaks, noises - read the manual - good ideas? - maintenance - mods - reference - abbreviations

10-08-2008, 12:25 PM	#10 (permalink)
Keeper Probably Lurking Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North of Boston Posts: 1,981	Lincoln forecast is in the 60's and sunny all day. Foliage will be at peak along the Kanc this weekend. __________________ -Shawn (2005 Lotus Econoxotic) Uberpost -- things owners should know - common problems/fixes - rattles, squeaks, noises - read the manual - good ideas? - maintenance - mods - reference - abbreviations

10-08-2008, 08:30 PM	#11 (permalink)
Wicked Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern New Hampshire Posts: 113	Count me in! Keeper, I am back from the PRC and I will meet you guys Friday morning at 7:00AM at the Hooksett rest area on I93. Dave __________________ 06' Storm Titanium, LSS, LSD, TCS, Touring, Hard Top and Star Shield

10-08-2008, 10:09 PM	#12 (permalink)
Keeper Probably Lurking Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North of Boston Posts: 1,981	Hun how! __________________ -Shawn (2005 Lotus Econoxotic) Uberpost -- things owners should know - common problems/fixes - rattles, squeaks, noises - read the manual - good ideas? - maintenance - mods - reference - abbreviations

10-09-2008, 06:17 AM	#13 (permalink)
Cardinal Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Metro North Boston Posts: 2,995 Images: 5	I'm packing the car to head to NH now. I'll be joining at exit 24. If you leave Hooksett at 7:00 sharp, it'll take you probably at least 40 minutes to get to exit 24. I'll be there at 7:20 or so on the side of the road just to make sure. __________________ '05 SY Elise TP, HT, LSS, Arqray singletip, #307

10-09-2008, 07:24 AM	#14 (permalink)
Keeper Probably Lurking Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North of Boston Posts: 1,981	If we leave at 7am, we will not pass that exit before 7:36. Since I don't plan on being in Hooksett before 6:50, an early departure is unlikely. i.e., don't worry about getting there early. 7:40 is about right. If I don't see you at the exit, I'll call you and we can meet at exit 26. __________________ -Shawn (2005 Lotus Econoxotic) Uberpost -- things owners should know - common problems/fixes - rattles, squeaks, noises - read the manual - good ideas? - maintenance - mods - reference - abbreviations

10-09-2008, 07:49 AM	#16 (permalink)
Keeper Probably Lurking Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North of Boston Posts: 1,981	I'm not sure how many are coming tomorrow, but I made reservations for 10 at Polly's. They expect to be busy, so it's good that I called. We should be seated by 10am at the latest which keeps us close enough to schedule. All this means is that we need to be there by 9:45, so please be on time and gassed up. __________________ -Shawn (2005 Lotus Econoxotic) Uberpost -- things owners should know - common problems/fixes - rattles, squeaks, noises - read the manual - good ideas? - maintenance - mods - reference - abbreviations

10-09-2008, 02:58 PM	#19 (permalink)
fredkto Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Stow, Massachusetts Posts: 78	Shawn, See you tomorrow at Hooksett. Regards, Fred __________________ _____________ It's about the driving! fredkto 2007 type 72D, Sports Pack, Lotus Harness Bar, Schroth Profi II ASM Harnesses, Larini Sports Cat, Larini SE Exhaust, Hard Top, Passport 9500i, ForcedFed Engine Damper, Sector 111 Shifter Kit Plus Stan's Shifter Mod, Sector 111 Katana Supercharger, Custom Gauging

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10-09-2008, 08:23 AM	#17 (permalink)
Cegan09 Talking to myself Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Worcester or South of Boton depending on the time of year Posts: 551	wish i could make it. Unfortunately class and work trump fun right now. Enjoy the drive. __________________ 1987 Porsche 924S - So Close to running '05 Elise - Dads

10-09-2008, 01:11 PM	#18 (permalink)
Jeff Torrey Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 138	See you in the AM.

10-11-2008, 04:05 AM	#20 (permalink)
Jeff Torrey Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 138	Keeper- Great job, many thanks!