Regional meet Oct 6-8 in Seymour In.

[MERCMAN]

Here ye...Here ye

Oktoberfest in Seymour In. could be the site for the next regional meet for the folks from Mi, Ky, Oh, and anyone else who likes to have fun in the fall.
Dennis Reinhart returns to his hometown every year for this festival and for the past 4 years a number of us have attended it and had a GREAT time. Last year the Mayor of Seymour asked us to be in the parade for 2006 and we would love to make a great showing. If you have an interest in attending, please vote in the poll.

We will have a cruise through the backroads of Indiana, lunch at a German restaurant and have other "attractions" planned depending on how many folks would be interested in making the trip.

For those who can't make it to Fl. for the "Big show" this will allow you one more opportunity to get together for fun with your fellow MM owners before the big freeze hits.

Oh,, and one more thing about Oktoberfest-----:beer: :beer: :beer: :beer:

Ideas for October 6th, the day before Oktoberfest
The resturant is located about half way between Indy and Cincinatti, making it a great place for lunch for those coming from Ohio. Meet at Noon

http://www.sherman-house.com/menu.asp

This is about 60 miles from Seymour with twisty backroads
to negotiate on the return to Seymour with plenty of fall foilage to observe. It also keeps with the "German" theme of OktoberFest. Food is A+++

Here's the menu for The Pines for Friday night.

http://www.thepinesonline.com/images/seafoodmain.jpgSeafood Buffet:
Shrimp Scampi, Char Grill Salmon, Catfish/Hushpuppies, Frog Legs, Breaded Shrimp, Crab Linguini, Snow Crab Legs, Peel & Eat Shrimp

Plus: Fried Chicken, Carved Round of Beef, Soup, Salad Bar, Dessert Bar, Homemade Yeast Rolls, Vegetable and Side Item Selections.....

$16.99

http://www.thepinesonline.com/

How does that sound? There is no other menu to choose from. I'm not a big seafood fan but I can find something there to eat. Can't beat the price.
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Oct. 7: http://www.seymouroktoberfest.com/

The parade is Sat afternoon at 1:30.

Here is the hotel information for the Hampton Inn.

A block of 15 rooms is reserved for Oct. 5, 6 and 7 under "Reinhart" and confirmation # 81050754 is for 8 king deluxe rooms confirmation # 8498314 for 6 Queen rooms. Confirmation # 8183850 for 1 king stnd. Call the Hampton Inn direct at 1-812-523-2409 Fax: +1-812-523-3664 , give them the name "Reinhart" and the confirmation number.

Pricing: 1 person - $79.00; 2 persons - $85.50

This block of rooms will be held until Sept. 23 at these rates, which are 5% off the regular rates. If you've already booked your rooms and have these rates, there's no need to change. If your rates are higher, you can call the hotel and move under the Group rate.

[KillJoy]

I am going to do EVRYTHING in my power to attend this meet!

KillJoy

[Zack]

I am going to do EVRYTHING in my power to attend this meet!

KillJoy

I am going to do everything in my power to see you DONT show up :puke:

[KillJoy]

HAHA! You don't have enough $$$ to keep me away :D!!!!!!!!!!

KillJoy

[MM2004]

I am so there...

Mike.

[MM03MOK]

Dan - might they have jousting matches at Oktoberfest? Can we sign up Zack and Steve?

http://www.joustingschool.com/mediac/400_0/media/Jousting+Action+Tip+to+Tip.jpg

[MERCMAN]

Dan - might they have jousting matches at Oktoberfest? Can we sign up Zack and Steve?

http://www.joustingschool.com/mediac/400_0/media/Jousting+Action+Tip+to+Tip.jpg
I think perhaps a "jesting" match would be better for those 2. Loser gets duct tape over his piehole :baaa:

[MarauderMark]

Watching:coolman:

[SergntMac]

I'm in...Sans "duct tape over my piehole".

I don't care what I'll be driving by then, or, where, but my sorry azz butt will be there.

[KillJoy]

Loser gets duct tape over his piehole :baaa:

Hey now! Zack may be slow, but there is no reason to call him a loser!

:D

KillJoy

[dwasson]

Isn't there a Mellencamp problem in Seymour?

[alarmguy]

I'm planning on it. Anyone hear if they caught the "sniper"?

[KillJoy]

I'm planning on it. Anyone hear if they caught the "sniper"?

No...there are no leads on the SHOOTER as of this morning.

It's all in the terminology.:(

KillJoy

[Bluerauder]

Anyone hear if they caught the "sniper"?
Never heard of Seymour, IN until this thread and then it shows up in the news. No connection implied or intended.

I'll have to pass on this trip --- although an Oktoberfest really sounds appealling. I checked NO; but want to state for the record that I stopped waxing my badger years ago !!! :rofl:

[alarmguy]

It's all in the terminology.:(



That's why I put the quotes around sniper. Back when we had our problem here in Columbus turns out what the press called a "sniper" turned out to be some nutcase taking potshots at freeway traffic with a handgun.

[alarmguy]

I am really looking forward to this event.

[Mongoose]

Me too Mike!!!

[MM2004]

Me too Mike!!!

Very cool Charlie.

We have to be in Seymour on Saturday prior to the parade. I believe 12:00PM is when it starts.

We'll get together over a few beers and work out a travel plan?

You bring the camera, and I'll bring the FRS radios. :cool: ?

:beer:

Mike.

[MERCMAN]

I'm planning on it. Anyone hear if they caught the "sniper"?


The "shooter" was caught today and the authorities got a confession!!:up:

http://wishtv.com/Global/category.asp?C=82993

So no worries mate, come on down to Seymour!!

[MERCMAN]

Ideas for October 6th, the day before Oktoberfest
The resturant is located about half way between Indy and Cincinatti, making it a great place for lunch for those coming from Ohio. Meet at Noon

http://www.sherman-house.com/menu.asp

This is about 60 miles from Seymour with twisty backroads
to negotiate on the return to Seymour with plenty of fall foilage to observe. It also keeps with the "German" theme of OktoberFest. Food is A+++

Very close to the resturant is a German town named Oldenburg

http://www.heirloomsofoldenburg.com/

Be sure to click on the link
for the entire history of the town.

Down the road from Oldenburg is
Metamora, the last remaining vestige of the Whitewater canal.

http://www.metamoraindiana.com/

The road from Oldenburg to Metamora
is
VERY scenic and has some great hairpins in it.

This is by no means the final word, and changes can be made as time gets closer.

I am in the process of obtaining a block of rooms at the Seymour Hampton Inn at at reduced rate. The parade is Sat afternoon at 1:30.

Thats all for now more details to come as they are made available

[FastMerc]

As of now its a go cause I will not be attending the big Florida meet:mad2: sorry guys.Just need info on where to stay?

[KillJoy]

Just need info on where to stay?

Agreed!

KillJoy

[Mongoose]

Very cool Charlie.

We have to be in Seymour on Saturday prior to the parade. I believe 12:00PM is when it starts.

We'll get together over a few beers and work out a travel plan?

You bring the camera, and I'll bring the FRS radios. :cool: ?

:beer:

Mike.
Sounds like plan!:up:

[MERCMAN]

:bump: :bump: :bump: :bump: :bump: :bump:

[KillJoy]

Any word on the Hotel?

KillJoy

[MERCMAN]

Not yet, waiting to hear from DR's brother. It will prob be the Hampton inn. Just waiting to see how goos a deal we can mange for a block!!

[pantheroc]

Not to step on DR's brother's toes, I looked at some local joints. Hampton's are good. Unless there is a nice(r) place within stumbling (walking) distance from the fest!

Hampton Inn - continental breakfasts included everyday. Security??
http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=CLUSMHX

Holiday Inn: - Lounge (of course we make our own & Octoberfest will take care of that)
http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hpt/SERIN?&

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&q=hotel&near=seymour,+in&ie=UTF8&ll=38.959142,-85.890255&spn=0.120669,0.195351&om=1

[KillJoy]

If we stay at the Hampton..... I can split a Double Room w/ someone.

KillJoy

[pantheroc]

What about a single Queen?:D

Sorry, I'd split a "Double" if the wife wasn't going. This fest sounds like it'll be a blast.


If we stay at the Hampton..... I can split a Double Room w/ someone.

KillJoy

[MERCMAN]

Not to step on DR's brother's toes, I looked at some local joints. Hampton's are good. Unless there is a nice(r) place within stumbling (walking) distance from the fest!
As far as I know all the decent hotels are out near I-65, none within walking distance

[MERCMAN]

:bump: :bump: :bump: :bump:

[KillJoy]

Sooooo..... are we staying at the Hampton? If so.... I will book my room today!

KillJoy

[SergntMac]

Hope so, Hamptons are niiiiiice.

[MM03MOK]

Hope so, Hamptons are niiiiiice....and they have a pooool...

[KillJoy]

So......is that a yes?

KillJoy

[KillJoy]

...and they have a pooool...


Mmmmmm......Drinking and Swimming.... :D

No law against that!

KillJOy

[MM03MOK]

Steve Reinhart was checking on group rates for us. Dennis will give him a call to see what he was able to do. Hold off for the moment, please.

[KillJoy]

No holding allowed :D

GO GO GO

KillJoy

[MM2004]

No holding allowed :D

GO GO GO

KillJoy

Hey troublemaker,..:poke:

You had better listen to Bunny.

:D

Mike.

[Hack Goby]

I will just say maybe for now.

[MM2004]

I will just say maybe for now.

Paul,

Vote yes.

You know you want to,...

:beer:

Mike.

[CRUZTAKER]

I will just say maybe for now.

I'll second that motion! :beer:

[KillJoy]

I'll second that motion! :beer:

You'll be there..... ;)

KillJoy

[KillJoy]

:bump: :bump: :bump:

So....... we're staying at the Hampton.....right? :D

KillJoy

[MM03MOK]

:bump: :bump: :bump:

So....... we're staying at the Hampton.....right? :D

KillJoyDennis is reaching out to them tomorrow. The Holiday Inn wanted a credit card to hold the rooms! NOT!

[SergntMac]

Someone ought to read them the history of our club using the Hampton Inn. Lord knows we're loyal patrons of the chain.

[MM03MOK]

Someone ought to read them the history of our club using the Hampton Inn. Lord knows we're loyal patrons of the chain.The Holiday Inn's outdoor pool will prolly be closed by 6 Oct., so we need the indoor pool at the Hampton, right Mac? :D

[KillJoy]

Mmmmmm......indoor pooollllllll :D

KillJoy

[MM03MOK]

Mmmmmm......indoor pooollllllll :D

KillJoyAnd the first person that tries to throw me in will be in BIG TROUBLE. I'm permanently scarred from the last incident!! :mad2:

[KillJoy]

????? What happened?

KillJoy

[MM03MOK]

????? What happened?

KillJoyCleveland....pool....bl ood....scar.... I guess it's my fault for trying to save myself... :rolleyes: ;)

[CRUZTAKER]

????? What happened?

KillJoy

No lawsuits..that's what happened...

Moving on now...:P

[Bigdogjim]

:alone:.............

[KillJoy]

GOSH!

KillJoy

PS - Just pick a hotel..... as long as it's the Hampton :D

[SergntMac]

The Holiday Inn's outdoor pool will prolly be closed by 6 Oct., so we need the indoor pool at the Hampton, right Mac? :DTalked to Dennis just this afternoon, he said the same thing. By Oct 6, outdoor pools are closed. Chant with me...

Hampton!
Hampton!
Hampton!

Hampton...

[MM03MOK]

Talked to Dennis just this afternoon, he said the same thing. By Oct 6, outdoor pools are closed. Chant with me...

Hampton!
Hampton!
Hampton!

Hampton...LOL - that's because I said it to him this afternoon. :D It's a small world after all!

If they don't budge off the $90 a nite, booking online saves a few $$ if you have AAA.

[KillJoy]

Agreed on the online thing.

I looked at a Double Queen Non-Smoking for 2 Adults. It was a "little" cheaper than a Single King.... but not much.

KillJoy

[pantheroc]

Booked my room @ Hampton for Fri and Sat night. Everyone staying Fri and Sat night?

[KillJoy]

Yuppers :D

Just me though... no Heather or Baby ......

Actually..... it'll be kinda nice :D

KillJoy

[KillJoy]

Room booked at the Seymour Indiana Hampton Inn :D

KillJoy

[DEFYANT]

Subscribing..... :D

[Dennis Reinhart]

I just wanted to say that I spoke to the man that invited us down to the event last week, and he is going to provide a separate spot for parking for all those members driving in with there Marauders, we also have decided on the Hampton Inn there in Seymour. I am checking on a group rate Monday I will post that informatin then.

http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml;jsessionid=DZGKHSY QQCUZGCSGBIV222QKIYFC5UUC?ctyh ocn=CLUSMHX

They have a heated pool, this is going to be a real nice event, the best food you ever tasted, lots of Fraulines running around, lots of cold beer, :beer: and free pool lessons provided by Mwa, I am going to ask if we can get the parking lot next to the beer gardens, that way Dan and Zack can be carried out, I will provide updates when I have further information.

[Ken]

Mmmmmm......indoor pooollllllll :D

KillJoyAfter missing Louisville, I'm not about to miss Seymour! Got Friday off if I'm still working.

Ken

[KillJoy]

Perhaps the Cleveland guys and the Central Ohio guys can meet up at the same Craker Barrel as the KY Meet? That is the CB on Stringtown Road just South of the Southern 71 / 270 Intersection?

KillJoy

[pantheroc]

Perhaps the Cleveland guys and the Central Ohio guys can meet up at the same Craker Barrel as the KY Meet? That is the CB on Stringtown Road just South of the Southern 71 / 270 Intersection?

KillJoy

Steve, the CB doesn't sound bad, but how about any of MERCMANs suggestions depending on where located:
"
Possible Itinerary for the meet
<HR style="COLOR: #d1d1e1" SIZE=1><!-- / icon and title --><!-- message -->Ideas for October 6th, the day before Oktoberfest
The resturant is located about half way between Indy and Cincinatti, making it a great place for lunch for those coming from Ohio. Meet at Noon

http://www.sherman-house.com/menu.asp

This is about 60 miles from Seymour with twisty backroads
to negotiate on the return to Seymour with plenty of fall foilage to observe. It also keeps with the "German" theme of OktoberFest. Food is A+++

Very close to the resturant is a German town named Oldenburg

http://www.heirloomsofoldenburg.com/

Be sure to click on the link
for the entire history of the town.

Down the road from Oldenburg is
Metamora, the last remaining vestige of the Whitewater canal.

http://www.metamoraindiana.com/

The road from Oldenburg to Metamora
is
VERY scenic and has some great hairpins in it.

This is by no means the final word, and changes can be made as time gets closer.

I am in the process of obtaining a block of rooms at the Seymour Hampton Inn at at reduced rate. The parade is Sat afternoon at 1:30.

Thats all for now more details to come as they are made available"

[KillJoy]

Once I'm with the group.... I am good for just about anything! Since KY, I can now do the twisties, stop and keep up a LOT better :D

KillJoy

[CRUZTAKER]

Once I'm with the group.... I am good for just about anything! Since KY, I can now do the twisties, stop and keep up a LOT better :D

KillJoy

That's a no SHlTR! :coolman:

[MM2004]

Once I'm with the group.... I am good for just about anything! Since KY, I can now do the twisties, stop and keep up a LOT better :D

KillJoy

...and since Barry's, flame retardant.

:D

Mike.

[Rooster]

We are coming down is the car show and parade Oct 7 ?Ineed info?????

[MM2004]

We are coming down is the car show and parade Oct 7 ?Ineed info?????

David,

As we just discussed over the phone.

Check in on this thread daily. All the info is here.

Looking forward to this. BIG TIME!!

Mike.

[SergntMac]

Gotta love it!

[Bigdogjim]

I am going to ask if we can get the parking lot next to the beer gardens, that way Dan and Zack can be carried out,

Now Zack carried out? OK! But Dan? mercman?? How may people will that take? :laugh: :laugh:

[KillJoy]

Now Zack carried out? OK! But Dan? mercman?? How may people will that take? :laugh: :laugh:

Are you kidding? All Zack drinks is Zima!

If Dan needs carried out..... I'll help him :D

KillJoy

[Mesencephalon]

and have fun ... it's what i do best :) :beer: Can i get location info to Mapquest? I have relatives out that way and may be able to combine the trip ...

Thanks!

M

[MM03MOK]

and have fun ... it's what i do best :) :beer: Can i get location info to Mapquest? I have relatives out that way and may be able to combine the trip ...

Thanks!

MSeymour, IN
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?searchtype=address&country=US&addtohistory=&searchtab=home&formtype=address&popflag=0&latitude=&longitude=&name=&phone=&level=&cat=&address=&city=seymour&state=in&zipcode=

[Mesencephalon]

was scary fast ... :baaa:

Thankx!

M.

[MM03MOK]

was scary fast ... :baaa:

Thankx!

M.http://thebunnymuseum.com/images/Energizer.gif

[Bigdogjim]

Are you kidding? All Zack drinks is Zima!

If Dan needs carried out..... I'll help him :D

KillJoy

I might just show to see that:P :banana2: :lol:

[KillJoy]

I might just show to see that:P :banana2: :lol:

I said "help"....as in - not all by myself :D

:beer:

KillJoy

[Dennis Reinhart]

I just wanted to say that I spoke to the man that invited us down to the event last week, and he is going to provide a separate spot for parking for all those members driving in with there Marauders, we also have decided on the Hampton Inn there in Seymour. I am checking on a group rate Monday I will post that informatin then.

http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml;jsessionid=DZGKHSY QQCUZGCSGBIV222QKIYFC5UUC?ctyh ocn=CLUSMHX

They have a heated pool, this is going to be a real nice event, the best food you ever tasted, lots of Fraulines running around, lots of cold beer, :beer: and free pool lessons provided by Mwa, I am going to ask if we can get the parking lot next to the beer gardens, that way Dan and Zack can be carried out, I will provide updates when I have further information.




Here is the hotel information for the Hampton Inn.

A block of 15 rooms is reserved for Oct. 5, 6 and 7 under "Reinhart" and confirmation # 81050754 is for 8 king deluxe rooms confirmation # 8498314 for 6 Queen rooms. Confirmation # 8183850 for 1 king stnd. Call the Hampton Inn direct at 1-812-523-2409 Fax: +1-812-523-3664 , give them the name "Reinhart" and the confirmation number.

Pricing: 1 person - $79.00; 2 persons - $85.50

This block of rooms will be held until Sept. 23 at these rates, which are 5% off the regular rates. If you've already booked your rooms and have these rates, there's no need to change. If your rates are higher, you can call the hotel and move under the Group rate.

[Mesencephalon]

Pricing: 1 person - $79.00; 2 persons - $85.50

This block of rooms will be held until Sept. 23 at these rates, which are 5% off the regular rates. If you've already booked your rooms and have these rates, there's no need to change. If your rates are higher, you can call the hotel and move under the Group rate.


Dennis, did they happen to mention if we had AAA if we'd get any more discount? Thanks!

Mes

[Zack]

Here is the hotel information for the Hampton Inn.

A block of 15 rooms is reserved for Oct. 5, 6 and 7 under "Reinhart" and confirmation # 81050754 is for 8 king deluxe rooms confirmation # 8498314 for 6 Queen rooms. Confirmation # 8183850 for 1 king stnd. Call the Hampton Inn direct at 1-812-523-2409 Fax: +1-812-523-3664 , give them the name "Reinhart" and the confirmation number.

Pricing: 1 person - $79.00; 2 persons - $85.50

This block of rooms will be held until Sept. 23 at these rates, which are 5% off the regular rates. If you've already booked your rooms and have these rates, there's no need to change. If your rates are higher, you can call the hotel and move under the Group rate.


Sheila wrote this, didnt she!
Perfect spelling :beer:

[Dennis Reinhart]

Dennis, did they happen to mention if we had AAA if we'd get any more discount? Thanks!

Mes


thats it as far as I know

[SergntMac]

Reservations made!

[MM03MOK]

Sheila wrote this, didnt she!
Perfect spelling :beer:Nope! :D

Dennis, did they happen to mention if we had AAA if we'd get any more discount? Thanks!

MesThe rates they quoted us are the AAA rates - 5% off the regular rate.

[MERCMAN]

I have just confirmed our private dining room for lunch at the Sherman House for noon on Oct. 6th. They were very accommodating and glad to have us :) Keep your eye out for a new poll in the next couple of weeks regarding members' attendance and dates.

Thanks :up:

[Dennis Reinhart]

I have just confirmed our private dining room for lunch at the Sherman House for noon on Oct. 6th. They were very accommodating and glad to have us :) Keep your eye out for a new poll in the next couple of weeks regarding members' attendence and dtaes.

Thanks :up:


N:bigcry: O DOGS ALLOWED

[MERCMAN]

Reservations made!

DITTO!!!!:banana2: :banana2: :beer:

[chapel1]

Gail and I are booked for the 5th,6th and 7th. Also have interest from another couple and a sister in-law in going?

[MM03MOK]

Gail and I are booked for the 5th,6th and 7th. Also have interest from another couple and a sister in-law in going?Absolutely!! Always room for more!

[Rooster]

Is the show on sat oct 7?Is there a meeting point?

[MERCMAN]

As time gets closer and we find out when everyone is arriving, we will post a spot on Sat. for everyone to meet prior to the Grand Parade of Marauders.
As it stands right now, it looks like the majority of folks will be arirving thursday or friday. Please be patient with us and as the time draws near, more details will be forthcoming!!

[Mesencephalon]

thats it as far as I know

I think this goes way beyond flipping a coin ... :lol:

DECISIONS DECISIONS !!! :banana::banana::banana::banan a:

[MERCMAN]

42 days and counting!!!!

[Dennis Reinhart]

I need a ball park head count for the Pines

[MM03MOK]

I need a ball park head count for the PinesI'd like to get the menu details. It's not available on their website.

My only reservation with the Pines is that there is an extremely limited menu if you're not into the seafood buffet, which sounds good....if you like seafood.

To keep this thread in check, everyone send me an email if you and your guests will be attending dinner on Friday evening, in the 6:30pm or so timeframe. Tell me also when you're arriving and departing. I have a spreadsheet going like previous meets.

Marauder03@comcast.net

[KillJoy]

Mary....email sent :D

KillJoy

[KillJoy]

Oh yeah.... what is the expected price range of this restaurant?

KillJoy

[MM03MOK]

Mary....email sent :D

KillJoyYou win the prize for the first response....an MM.Net tattoo!!! :D

[KillJoy]

You win the prize for the first response....an MM.Net tattoo!!! :D

You pay for the ink.... I'll wear it ;)

KillJoy

[MM03MOK]

You pay for the ink.... I'll wear it ;)

KillJoyI gave you a few in Looseville!

[KillJoy]

But, but, but....

:D

KillJoy

[MERCMAN]

40 days!!!and counting

[MM03MOK]

To keep this thread in check, everyone send me an email if you and your guests will be attending dinner on Friday evening, in the 6:30pm or so timeframe. Tell me also when you're arriving and departing. I have a spreadsheet going like previous meets.

Marauder03@comcast.net (Marauder03@comcast.net)Anyone else?? Only two of you following directions so far! :eek: Some of you I don't even know your names. Please send me an email with your arrival day, if you're joining us for dinner on Friday and # of guests.

[KillJoy]

Anyone else?? Only two of you following directions so far! :eek: Some of you I don't even know your names. Please send me an email with your arrival day, if you're joining us for dinner on Friday and # of guests.

Perhaps sending a PM to all who have posted in this thread may help???

KillJoy

[MM03MOK]

Perhaps sending a PM to all who have posted in this thread may help???

KillJoyOh, so now you want me to actually work! Me, that lives the farthest away! ;)

[KillJoy]

Oh, so now you want me to actually work! Me, that lives the farthest away! ;)

Well......you did kind of ask for it :D

KillJoy

[MM03MOK]

Well......you did kind of ask for it :D

KillJoyhttp://somefoodforthought.com/images/misc/pot_stirrer_lg.gif

[SergntMac]

Perhaps sending a PM to all who have posted in this thread may help???

KillJoyI don't PM, Steve...You trying to ditch me?

[KillJoy]

I don't PM, Steve...You trying to ditch me?

Yup! But, unfortunately, I think you'll be able to catch up! :D

KillJoy

[MM03MOK]

Email is MUCH easier - one email to all. Can't PM attachments either.

[Mike Poore]

Just got off the phone with the nice lady at Seymour and I'm all signed up + sent the email to Mary and signed up for all the events as well.
This plan is way cool, since I can hang out with the grandchildren on the way out, and back, since Greenfield's only 50mi east of Cincinnati, and on the way. With luck they'll be just about done with re-construction of their home from the fire on June 28th, and they'll be moved back in. It's been a long summer for the kids.

[Dennis Reinhart]

I spoke to Don Bruce today, and they are trying to get us parking for twenty cars, now only four will be allowed in the Parade, so will have one of each color, this is going to be a very nice event I am really looking forward to this.:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :beer: :beer: :beer: :beer:

[MM03MOK]

Here's the menu for The Pines for Friday night.

http://www.thepinesonline.com/images/seafoodmain.jpgSeafood Buffet:
Shrimp Scampi, Char Grill Salmon, Catfish/Hushpuppies, Frog Legs, Breaded Shrimp, Crab Linguini, Snow Crab Legs, Peel & Eat Shrimp

Plus: Fried Chicken, Carved Round of Beef, Soup, Salad Bar, Dessert Bar, Homemade Yeast Rolls, Vegetable and Side Item Selections.....

$16.99

http://www.thepinesonline.com/

How does that sound? There is no other menu to choose from. I'm not a big seafood fan but I can find something there to eat. Can't beat the price.

[KillJoy]

Nice! Mary is gonna travel 1/2 way across the country for seafood!!! :D

KillJoy

[Mike Poore]

Nice! Mary is gonna travel 1/2 way across the country for seafood!!! :D

KillJoy

Well, yeah! You know, of course, Indianna's the seafood capitol of the world. ;)

[Hack Goby]

OK,This retired guy is in.Are still rooms left? I will call today.I hoping to bring someone with me.I said that the last two events and it didn`t happen so we will see.:beer:

[MM03MOK]

OK,This retired guy is in.Are still rooms left? I will call today.I hoping to bring someone with me.I said that the last two events and it didn`t happen so we will see.:beer:Haven't heard otherwise so give them a ring. :D

A block of 15 rooms is reserved for Oct. 5, 6 and 7 under "Reinhart" and confirmation # 81050754 is for 8 king deluxe rooms confirmation # 8498314 for 6 Queen rooms. Confirmation # 8183850 for 1 king stnd. Call the Hampton Inn direct at 1-812-523-2409 Fax: +1-812-523-3664 , give them the name "Reinhart" and the confirmation number.

Pricing: 1 person - $79.00; 2 persons - $85.50

This block of rooms will be held until Sept. 23 at these rates, which are 5% off the regular rates.

[SergntMac]

OK,This retired guy is in.:beer: This is cool, can't wait to see you, Paul!

[MM2004]

Just booked my room for Friday and Saturday night. ;)

Mike.

[CRUZTAKER]

Mary,
Would you kindly post the itinerary on the first page, within Dan's first post.
It will make it easier for folks to find...rather than search through 3 pages?

[MM03MOK]

Good idea, Bear. Lunch and Dinner, Friday; Oktoberfest link for Saturday; hotel info. Nothing is firm after lunch but it'll prolly be a leisurely romp through the back roads to the hotel.

[MERCMAN]

OK folks, keep your eyes peeled to this thread. In the next 2 weeks I am going to need a headcount for lunch at the Sherman house. Plans are starting to finalize so stay in touch!!!:up:

[MM03MOK]

To keep this thread in check, everyone send me an email if you and your guests will be attending dinner on Friday evening, in the 6:30pm or so timeframe. Tell me also when you're arriving and departing. I have a spreadsheet going like previous meets.

Marauder03@comcast.net I'm adding a request for headcount for lunch at the Sherman House on Friday. Please email me so we can make sure there's enough room for us all.

[Ken]

Just got off the phone with Hampton Inn, They still have about 15 rooms left for Friday and Saturday. Reinhart's reserved rooms all gone but she gave me the same rate. Planning on being there for lunch.

Ken

[MM03MOK]

Just got off the phone with Hampton Inn, They still have about 15 rooms left for Friday and Saturday. Reinhart's reserved rooms all gone but she gave me the same rate. Planning on being there for lunch.

KenWOW!! 15+ rooms!!!! Thanks for the update Ken. Glad to see you're joining in on the fun!

Step up, Folks, and make those reservations!! Those 15 rooms left are available to the public and could go quickly.

[SergntMac]

Step up, Folks, and make those reservations!! Those 15 rooms left are available to the public and could go quickly.Ditto...Let's remember this is Seymour's OktoberFest, and it draws crowds for hundreds of miles. Snooze, you lose.

[alarmguy]

I'm glad I checked this thread; reminded me to make my reservation! I
m in! I'll be coming in with the Buckeye contingent on Friday. So far it's just me, but if Tom can make it we'll be there a little later in the day.

[Hack Goby]

Ok,Just got my room.I will be bringing a guest and we will be arriving Thursday afternoon.Party on...........:beer:

[KillJoy]

Ok,Just got my room.I will be bringing a guest and we will be arriving Thursday afternoon.Party on...........:beer:

Good to hear Paul....looking forward to knockin back a few beers with 'ya! :beer:

KillJoy

[Hack Goby]

So what we going to name this bash?

[KillJoy]

Oktoberfest '06 :D

KillJoy

[MERCMAN]

T Minus 25 Days And Counting!!!

[Big Joe P]

I'm IN, and will be joining the Windy City Group for a Thursday AM departure.

[MERCMAN]

15 days!!! Who is ready????? :)

[KillJoy]

There are 17 Days until the 6th...?????

KillJoy

[MERCMAN]

There are 17 Days until the 6th...?????

KillJoy

Some are arriving THURSDAY! Why must you remove the joy from everything?? OH!! MY BAD I forgot your screen name :rofl:

[Hack Goby]

Yes,My girlfriend and I will be arriving Thursday afternoon and getting the party started early.The rest of you will have to catch up. actually Sandy is new to all this.She is not a car person but alot of fun.I know she have a good time.

[KillJoy]

Don't worry Paul, she'll have a great time!!!

KillJoy

[FastMerc]

Hey killjoy is Mr Fast coming with you?:run:

[KillJoy]

Hey killjoy is Mr Fast coming with you?:run:

Somebody's gotta ride shotgun!

:D

KillJoy

[KillJoy]

Counting down the days 'till BEER!!!

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/4/4/6/6/beer_wench_with_beer.jpg

KillJoy

[FastMerc]

Counting down the days 'till BEER!!!

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/4/4/6/6/beer_wench_with_beer.jpg

KillJoy Good man :beer: Goodman make it man law :D

[SergntMac]

"Good teeth, nice jugs", eh?

[MM2004]

"Good teeth, nice jugs", eh?

You're not a "Jug" man JugHead,...Step aside. :D

Mike.

[SergntMac]

Nope...You're right my friend. I'm more a "bottled" fan.

Thanks to you and our "Looseville" adventures, I know this now.

[MM03MOK]

Is everyone set with their hotel rooms? They were holding the rooms until Sept. 23.

Dennis....are Steve & Mary, Cathy & Jim joining us for any meals on Friday?

[MERCMAN]

tick---tick----tick--woot!!

[MM03MOK]

OK - who haven't we heard from that voted....

eric jones (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/member.php?u=4858), JOHN VELAZQUEZ (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/member.php?u=4100), Mesencephalon (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/member.php?u=3879), Mongoose (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/member.php?u=1125), Rooster (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/member.php?u=5516)

All set with hotels? We need to know if you're showing up for lunch/dinner on Friday.

We're at 30 for lunch and 32 for dinner. We really need to know by this weekend so the restaurants have ample tables set up.

For the smaller group (15) arriving Thursday, we'll need to find something for dinner that night.

10 days and counting (until 10/5)

[SergntMac]

What's with the smaller print...Y'all are whispering?

Trying to ditch me?

[MM03MOK]

What's with the smaller print...Y'all are whispering?

Trying to ditch me?
Double up your readers? Yes, it's come to that for me! Damn! that fine print!

[KillJoy]

At least these guys are usually wrong this far off :o

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Oct 6
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Check Flight Delays (http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/flights/citywx/USIN0607?from=tenday_trigger)
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KillJoy

[Zack]

At least these guys are usually wrong this far off :o

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Oct 5
</TD><TD vAlign=center width=115><TABLE style="BORDER-RIGHT: #e3e1c7 1px solid; BORDER-TOP: #e3e1c7 1px solid; BORDER-LEFT: #e3e1c7 1px solid; BORDER-BOTTOM: #e3e1c7 1px solid; BACKGROUND-COLOR: #ffffff" cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width=105 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle width=36>http://image.weather.com/web/common/wxicons/31/39.gif</TD><TD class=blueVerdanaText11 style="PADDING-RIGHT: 3px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px" vAlign=center width=69>Scattered Showers</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD><TD class=blueFont10 width=65>71°/49°</TD><TD class=blueVerdanaText10 align=middle width=50>60% </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD><TD style="BORDER-RIGHT: #e3e1c7 0px solid; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: #e3e1c7 0px solid; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: #e3e1c7 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 20px; BORDER-BOTTOM: #e3e1c7 1px solid" vAlign=top align=left width=150 background=http://image.weather.com/web/common/backgrounds/graph_background_10day.jpg height=67>http://image.weather.com/web/common/blank.gif 71°F

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Oct 6
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Check Flight Delays (http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/flights/citywx/USIN0607?from=tenday_trigger)
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KillJoy

Not to worry.
The Chatterbox has a roof. :beer:

[MERCMAN]

At least these guys are usually wrong this far off :o

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Oct 5
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Oct 6
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Check Flight Delays (http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/flights/citywx/USIN0607?from=tenday_trigger)
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KillJoy


It is Indiana, that forcast can and WILL change. It changed from this morning when it was supposed to be just overcast on Friday with 10% chance of showers.

[MarauderMark]

Once again I have to stay home and wax my pet badger. No thanks :(

[Dennis Reinhart]

I will be leaving here next Wednesday if you want me to bring product home with me, give Jackie a call. For the rest of the month I will drop all shipping charges on every thing but the EBC kits, for any purchase over 300.00 I will include a FREE Pro guard, and I will gladly bring product home if you need some thing give us a call.

:beer: :beer: :beer:

[MERCMAN]

For those meeting at Seymour on Sat, please be at the Hampton Inn no later than 10AM. Everyone remember to bring your FRS radios,, channel 5

[Bigdogjim]

For those meeting at Seymour on Sat, please be at the Hampton Inn no later than 10AM. Everyone remember to bring your FRS radios,, channel 5

I will be home but I will turn my FRS radio to channel 5 just because:P

[MERCMAN]

It is Indiana, that forcast can and WILL change. It changed from this morning when it was supposed to be just overcast on Friday with 10% chance of showers.

The forcast has changed, and will probably change again mid-week!

[KillJoy]

Yup. Here is the "Current" :rolleyes: Forecast:

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Oct 5
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Summer Car Care Tips (http://www.weather.com/activities/driving/drivingsafetytips/overheat.html?from=tenday_trig ger)
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[Bigdogjim]

See it did change!

[Ken]

We may be able to leave an hour later from Ohio. :banana: more sleep for me! Does anyone have an address for lunch. I don't believe that it was on their website. I need to print up my mapquest, or at least download it to my laptop for reference. Hopefully, Hampton Inn has wireless connection. I just dropped my AOL to free. I've been wasting $14.95/month for no tech support for the last 7-8 years. Found that I had no support when I tried to cancel this week. Now I have no support for FREE. Enough of my ramblings. Carry on gents!

Ken

[MERCMAN]

The weather is looking better and better! I hope everyone is getting "pumped" for this. We plan to have a few surprises for those attending this meet, so get your bags packed, your cameras loaded and your palates clear for this event.

[chapel1]

Can I bring my new friend? He's from Kentucky and his name is Elmer.
Elmer T. Lee to be exact.:beer:
Is anyone else bring thier friends?

[MERCMAN]

Can I bring my new friend? He's from Kentucky and his name is Elmer.
Elmer T. Lee to be exact.:beer:
Is anyone else bring thier friends?


Elmer will be welcome, but you better tell him that it is only a one way ticket!! :rofl:

[MERCMAN]

We may be able to leave an hour later from Ohio. :banana: more sleep for me! Does anyone have an address for lunch. I don't believe that it was on their website. I need to print up my mapquest, or at least download it to my laptop for reference. Hopefully, Hampton Inn has wireless connection. I just dropped my AOL to free. I've been wasting $14.95/month for no tech support for the last 7-8 years. Found that I had no support when I tried to cancel this week. Now I have no support for FREE. Enough of my ramblings. Carry on gents!

Ken

http://www.sherman-house.com/location.asp

[MM03MOK]

We may be able to leave an hour later from Ohio. :banana: more sleep for me! IN is Eastern Daylight Time

[Ken]

IN is Eastern Daylight TimeNot all of it. Mercman? Some of it is still Eastern Standard Time isn't it?

[MERCMAN]

Not all of it. Mercman? Some of it is still Eastern Standard Time isn't it?

Central time in a few counties bordering Illinois, we will be on Eastern, same time as youse guys

[Bigdogjim]

Central time in a few counties bordering Illinois, we will be on Eastern, same time as youse guys

Now you do not have to ware two watches:lol:

[SergntMac]

Now you do not have to ware two wtches:lol:Or none at all?

[MERCMAN]

Now you do not have to ware two wtches:lol:


I never wear two wtches this close to halloween:rofl:

[Dennis Reinhart]

Well the trunk is all packed with goodies, I am headed to have a cold :beer: :beer: or two, we are off to Atlanta tomorrow,

and on to Seymour Thursday, good god Mrs molley the

October feast is here.

[KillJoy]

Be safe Dennis! See you in a few :beer:

KillJoy

[Mongoose]

Sorry gang.
Been out of the loop for awhile. Too much goin' on at work.
Anyway, finally managed to get time off. Wasn't able to get a room at the Hampton, so Dave and I are staying just Fri. nite at the Lees Inn. Are we still shooting for dinner @6:30 at the Pines?

Hey Mike, give me a call this week. (I'm on TLO)

[CRUZTAKER]

T-MINUS 13 HOURS. :banana:


I cannot believe the weather is going to cooperate.
Don't worry, one cannot jinx a high pressure dome that strong.

The car is all shiney, loaded with electronic appropriate gear, tires inflated for 'roadtrip', maps printed, cooler with 6 yds of high end IPA, one bottle of medium grade single barrel, an empty half gallon of Columbus' finest, and a big red chair.

It's on...and I'm ready!

Thursday 6 a.m. departure.

[chapel1]

Gail is bringing a dice game called LCR she' say's you just need to bring some Dollars.

[KillJoy]

I got a deck of cards. Bring your paycheck :D

KillJoy

[SergntMac]

Likewise packed up and ready to drive out in less that 12 hours.

Meeting up with "Mike" at our local Citgo for the top off to the fuel tank, and then to breakfast at Blueberry Hill to top off to the other important fuel tank.

Though none of us are supercharged for this trip, it's still going to be an interesting drive. See y'all soon, eh? and prayers for a safe drive for everyone.

[KillJoy]

Though none of us are supercharged for this trip


:eek: :bigcry: :shake:

KillJoy

[Bigdogjim]

Though none of us are supercharged for this trip, it's still going to be an interesting drive. See y'all soon, eh? and prayers for a safe drive for everyone.

WOW! I stand a chance this time around.

Just keep a eye out for the black car on the on ramp:laugh:

Travel well, blue sky & dry roads.

[CRUZTAKER]

WOW! I stand a chance this time around.




No you don't.:P

[KillJoy]

No you don't.:P


Nope :D

KillJoy

[Bigdogjim]

WOW!!!! are you guys go to fall hard!

[alarmguy]

Holy Crap! Storms rolled through central Ohio last night. My MM has hail damage. I almost don't want to drive it to Seymour, but I don't have anything else to drive. Oh well, maybe I can do before and after pics to show how well ( or how bad ) the repair is done. I feel sick.

[CRUZTAKER]

Shame on you for leaving her out!

Even the dog comes in when it hails.:D

I sure am sorry to hear thgis news, however, they work wonders in hail repair these days.

[KillJoy]

Holy Crap! Storms rolled through central Ohio last night. My MM has hail damage. I almost don't want to drive it to Seymour, but I don't have anything else to drive. Oh well, maybe I can do before and after pics to show how well ( or how bad ) the repair is done. I feel sick.


DUDE!!! I was wondering how you all faired fromthat storm. We didn't have any hail at our place.

How bad is it??? Just a couple little or big? Or a LOT of little or big???

KillJoy

[alarmguy]

I only saw it in the dark with a flashlight. Looks like a lot of little dents. Couldn't see any big ones. I'm going home at lunch to check out the house too, Ciss said she saw a hole in the siding. I'll do a walk around then call in claims this afternoon.

[pantheroc]

Sorry to hear. Hope everything is okay and easily repairable.


I only saw it in the dark with a flashlight. Looks like a lot of little dents. Couldn't see any big ones. I'm going home at lunch to check out the house too, Ciss said she saw a hole in the siding. I'll do a walk around then call in claims this afternoon.

[FastMerc]

WOW we didnt get that hard stuff here,some gusty winds and a little rain that was it.Sorry to hear that hope its not any worse.

[alarmguy]

News reports said that some in the area got golf ball size hail. I was working 2nd shift at the airport last night and heard that some aircraft were damaged also.

[alarmguy]

Enough wallowing, sorry for hijacking this thread, it should've been a whole separate one. Let's keep up the excitement for Oktoberfest and you guys can see and laugh at my car tomorrow!

[pantheroc]

Nobody say a word about the weat... or forca.. this weekend or we'll be jinxed!

[alarmguy]

.....:confused: .....

[MM03MOK]

Nobody say a word about the weat... or forca.. this weekend or we'll be jinxed!Sun, Sun and more Sun...The Weather Channel just said so!

Eating and Drinking has commenced!!!!

[Bigdogjim]

7 hours and 30 min. and I am on my way:)

[CRUZTAKER]

INDIANA STATE ROUTE 50 SUCKS.

Thank you.:P

[Bigdogjim]

INDIANA STATE ROUTE 50 SUCKS.

Thank you.:P

beats going the long way:P

[MM2004]

Full tank of '93'

Carton of smokes,

Clean DTR,

FRS Radios,

Laptop,

And a change of clothes.

See ya'll at the Hampton between 9:00 and 9:30AM!

:burnout:

Mike. :D

[CRUZTAKER]

I just saw you pull in from the 3rd floor window.

I tried to hollar at you regarding your f-d up park job, but the window got jambed and fell out of the frame. By the time I got it back in the tracks and upright you were gone.:P

[Haggis]

I just saw you pull in from the 3rd floor window.

I tried to hollar at you regarding your f-d up park job, but the window got jambed and fell out of the frame. By the time I got it back in the tracks and upright you were gone.:P

Barry, go back to sleep you were dreaming.

Have fun everyone!!!! :beer:

[Bigdogjim]

Well I had to return to home after making an attempt at getting their.

Car is out of Pa. state inspection and did not get New Jersey plates as of yet.

Got a check engine light on that would not let it pass Pa. inspection. Car is at the dealers now and I am home:alone:

Enjoy the weekend:up:

[CRUZTAKER]

Yeah right...nothin' but love my friend.

[MM2004]

I just saw you pull in from the 3rd floor window.

I tried to hollar at you regarding your f-d up park job, but the window got jambed and fell out of the frame. By the time I got it back in the tracks and upright you were gone.:P

The f-d up parking started way downstream; around where you were parked. Serves you right on the window fiasco,...

:baaa:

[MM2004]

Saying this weekend has been spectacular would be an understatement.

The weather has been absolutley beautiful with not a single cloud in the sky most of the weekend.

Romps thru the countryside,
Food,
Wineries.
Romp thru the countryside,
Food,
Beverage consumption,
Card games, swimming, relaxing.

Brefas,
Car detailing,
Burnouts,
Local newspaper interview,
Beer,
Parade,
Beer,
Lunch,
Beer,
Dinner,
Relaxing.

We will be heading out tomorrow sometime after brefas, wishing this meet would never come to an end.

A BIG thanks to everyone that coordinated and attended this meet, as this has been a memorable one that will not be forgotten.

Start posting the stories starting with the Taurus relocation with a borrowed floor jack :rofl:

:beer:

Mike.

[CRUZTAKER]

The winners of the Octoberfest raffle are as follows:

Progaurd: CHAPEL1
Trunk Bib: MM2004
Trunk Bib: PANTHEROC

A special thanks to Dennis Reinhart and Alarmguy for their donations. :up:

[MM03MOK]

To celebrate such a wonderful weekend along with the announcement of new ownership of the website, those attending the Meet were given dash plaques and special commemorative Seymour Oktoberfest pins, courtesty of the new owners.

We also held a raffle. Alarmguy (Bob W.) donated a Pro-Gard he received as a free add-on to an order from Dennis Reinhart and Dennis donated 2 Marauder trunk bumper bibs. Chapel1 won the Pro-Gard, Pantheroc and MM2004 both won the bumper bibs.

Perfect weather, as Mike said, and many sunburned faces. Another affirmation that getting together with friends is a lasting memory. Many thanks to Dennis and MercMan (Dan) for adding the local touches. Same time, next year!!

[CRUZTAKER]

What a sad sack... NOT.:P

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/6/2/6/SEYMOUR2006003Large.jpg

Pics and videos uploading as we type.

[Bluerauder]

What a sad sack... NOT.:P

Great group photo .... what ... No official Marauder Lederhosen. :rofl:

I am looking forward to hearing the stories and adventures from Oktoberfest '06. Where's Mike and Barb Poore? Or is he the camera operator? :D

[Mongoose]

Photos have been posted here http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/browseimages.php?c=35&userid=
:D

[MM2004]

Photos have been posted here http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/browseimages.php?c=35&userid=
:D

Dayum!

Great pics Charlie.

:cool: :beer:

Mike.

[CRUZTAKER]

I made it home uneventfully in 5 hours.

I am a total wreck. Too much fun in too short a time.
I cannot even keep my eyes open at this point.

Pics and vids tomorrow.

Thanks all, it was fabulous!

[MM03MOK]

The Massachusetts contigent is also home. Direct flight to Beantown. No hassles at either airport.

Just when you think it can't get any better....it does!! More and more Members and friends joining us. The weather couldn't have been better. Even a bit of sunburn for some of us!

Was that Left? Right? or Center?

AARGH!!!

[KillJoy]

Made it home at 4:45 today.

Went and spent some time w/ DR at his Sister's home for a tweak and tune session :D The MM now shifts like it's that's it's job! Nice work Dennis!!!

This was a great event! The town made special arrangements for the enitre group, including special, roped off parking, and coveted spots in the parade ;). The food was great, the beer was better, and, as usual, the folks were the BEST!

Can't wait for Oktoberfest II!

KillJoy

PS - Dennis..... That's one FAST Blue you got :D ;)

[FastMerc]

I would like to say thanks to Dennis for the invite it was a blast,and good to see everyone again and some new faces.The trip home was good for a couple of tirerd and a little ill participants.

[CRUZTAKER]

I woke up for a minute...:P

A VERY SHORT VID (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/misc.php?do=downloadfile&i=5244)

[chapel1]

Were finally home,what a great time we had.
We took a ride to Nashville In.On some great twsity windy roads and hills.
Can't wait till next year.:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[MM03MOK]

...and for those Catch Phrase players: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faneuil_Hall

:D

[Dennis Reinhart]

http://web.iwebcenters.com/reinhartautomotive/images/session/00-00-1160353603-I-can't-believe-he-ate-the-.jpg

[Dennis Reinhart]

http://web.iwebcenters.com/reinhartautomotive/images/session/00-00-1160354520-wine.JPG

[Hack Goby]

Sandy and I got home around 4:00pm.Things were going good until we hit Michigan,With in the First ten miles we were stopped for over an hour going down to one lane for over three miles while twenty people got Sunday overtime for doing nothing.But we had an awesome time though.Sandy is not sure if she will ever ride in a convoy with us ever again :eek: (Hanging on to the oh ***** handle)

[SergntMac]

I arrived home safely at 1800 Hours on the dot. I'm home!

While unpacking my Marauder (and dragging all that up stairs), I found a bunch of USPS/UPS junk waiting at my door, not to mention the posts I want to read, posts left since 0600 hours, 5 Oct. 2006.

I have to deal with some automotive/road trip "jet lag" or my own, but not a problem.

I'll stop back here later tomorrow with my summary, until then, y'all sleep well, eh?

[Mike]

This was my first of what I hope is many events and I couldn't have asked for a better start!!!! Thanks to Mac for tracking me down at the neighborhood car wash and getting me started with MM.net!!! I met a lot of GREAT people this weekend which seems as though it leads to GREAT friendships!!!! Thanks to all who accepted me into the great Mercury Marauder family!!! I had a great time in the lobby of a VERY patient Hampton Inn desk clerk (Mike)!!!!! Thank you Dennis for setting up a GREAT thing with the City of Seymour to allow the 4 Marauders join the parade and for the rest of the group "personalized parking"!!

[Hack Goby]

I woke up for a minute...:P

A VERY SHORT VID (http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/misc.php?do=downloadfile&i=5244)

My version <embed src="http://lads.myspace.com/videos/vplayer.swf" flashvars="m=1267405475&type=video&cp=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="430" height="346"></embed><br>Get this video and more at <a href="http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.indi vidual&videoid=1267405475&n=2">MySpace.com</a> If putting this here from MYSpace is a NoNo I didnt know so let me know.

[CRUZTAKER]

If putting this here from MYSpace is a NoNo I didnt know so let me know.

Actually you did better than I hosting it elsewhere. I need to learn hoe to do that...however Jessica is really antiment about me having a MySpace account.:rolleyes:

[CRUZTAKER]

I finnaly edited, tweaked, and posted my pics in the gallery. Funny how many of us have an eye for similar subjects.

I must entice you however, with some of my favorites:

I call this "Steve has balls"
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/6/2/6/SEYMOUR2006153.jpg

I call this my "cutest shot" of the day:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/6/2/6/SEYMOUR2006119.jpg

I call this my most "missed" image of the day:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/6/2/6/SEYMOUR2006088.jpg

I call this "my new screen saver" for awhile:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/6/2/6/SEYMOUR2006085.jpg

I took alot of pictues of the locals.
Some were cute, some weren't, some were scary...and some were downright EWWW!

I call this my "EEWWW of the day" pic. Notice Jerry checking them out.
Yes, it's a woman.
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/6/2/6/EWW_647055.JPG

[CRUZTAKER]

As a note,

All of the pics uploaded have been extremeley downsized as the originals are between 4mb and 8mb each.

If anyone wants an image, do not grab those.
I can email originals.

Zack: I need your addy. I have a great set of you two.

[pantheroc]

What a gathering, everyone of them leaves me with a trip hangover. I stayed home Monday and am still dragging.

I'd like to Thank/acknowledge the following:

Dan for the additional trips
Dennis for showing us your hometown and bringin the bumper bib I won:)
Buckeyes for the road trip
CRUZTAKER for the floor jack:D (Damn Taurus!)
chapel1 for the Elmer T. Lee
Chicago for representing
The many new people we met
Everyone else and the above for the GREAT TIMES!!
AAARGG!

[Zack]

As a note,

All of the pics uploaded have been extremeley downsized as the originals are between 4mb and 8mb each.

If anyone wants an image, do not grab those.
I can email originals.

Zack: I need your addy. I have a great set of you two.

zackmcgrath@hotmail.com

Thanks!

[Hack Goby]

<embed src="http://lads.myspace.com/videos/vplayer.swf" flashvars="m=1268275071&type=video&cp=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="430" height="346"></embed><br>Get this video and more at <a href="http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.indi vidual&videoid=1268275071&n=2">MySpace.com</a> SANDY HAD A GREAT TIME with everyone but the one small problem she had was the speeds the convoys were moving at.(Just a tad over the speed limit)This is just a small sample of some of the video I shot.

[MM03MOK]

Awesome, Paul! You need to get a HelmetCam!! Hey, that was with our official police escort out of Batesville!!! WOOT! I left the Batesville Sgt. with a couple of our calling cards. Let's see if he peeks in! :wave:

[CRUZTAKER]

Poor Sandy....:(

It only got FASTER.


Thanks Paul. And next trip...pack valium. I hear it works wonders.:P

[chapel1]

Paul cool video,that's me burning out from the traffic light I'm surprized you can't hear Gail tell me to"cool it" there's a cop there!:stupid:

[MM2004]

Paul cool video,that's me burning out from the traffic light I'm surprized you can't hear Gail tell me to"cool it" there's a cop there!:stupid:

So YOU'RE the one!

:corner:

Mike.

[SergntMac]

Garry!

Garry!

Garry!


Gaail!

Gaail!

Gaail!

OMG!

What has happened to you two?

[MM03MOK]

Garry!

Garry!

Garry!


Gaail!

Gaail!

Gaail!

OMG!

What has happened to you two?Even their own family didn't recognize them!! :eek:

[MM03MOK]

Here are my pics! (click on the pic)

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/showcase/files/4/6/7/Dsc_5155Bsmall.jpg (http://share.shutterfly.com/action/slideshow?a=67b0de21b323291805 aa&sid=9EYtmbhs0Y6I&auto=1&idx=-1&m=1&d=1161007765375)

Shutterfly says it's temporarily down. Try this and manually do the slide show: http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=9EYtmbhs0Y6I

[Hack Goby]

Linky no worky

[MM03MOK]

Linky no worky
^^^ See above ^^^

[Hack Goby]

Very nice Mary

[MM03MOK]

http://es1.tecnavia.com/newsmemf/seymourtribune/20061014/page%201c.pdf.0/img/Image_0.jpg

Tribune photo by Brandy Emily
Dennis Reinhart, right, stands with 18 other Mercury Marauder drivers Saturday morning at the Seymour Oktoberfest. Reinhart, who is formerly of Seymour and now owns Reinhart Automotive in Orange Park, Fla., was in town for the Oktoberfest and invited other Marauder drivers to join him in Seymour.


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Enthusiasm for Mercury Marauder brings together drivers from across nation




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By BRANDY EMILY
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A quick rev of the engine sent smoke billowing from the rear tires of a Mercury Marauder Saturday morn­ing on a barricaded street in downtown Seymour dur­ing the annual Oktoberfest. With their similar, but unique four- door Mercury Marauders lined in a row, 18 drivers from across the United States — who refer to themselves as a small family — cheered on a fel­low driver as he smoked his tires in a burnout for cam­eras.

Driving his rare, blue Marauder, Dennis Rein­hart, of Jacksonville, Fla., and formerly of Seymour, brought the Marauder enthusiasts to the festival to meet up and see each other in person instead of at their usual “ virtual home” on the Internet.

Reinhart, who left Sey­mour in 1977 to join the U. S. Navy, said he usually travels back to Seymour for the Oktoberfest and the last few years has invited other Marauder drivers to join him at the festival.

With most of the Maraud­er drivers being around the same age, Mike Poore of Fairfield, Pa., said this group stands out by the amount of gray hair because

“ kids can’t afford to buy them ( the Maraud­ers).”

“ It’s the cars, but it’s more about the people,” Poore said.

Usually using the Web site mercurymarauder. net as a way of sharing infor­mation about their vehi­cles, the group of drivers came from neighboring states such as Ohio and Michigan and from as far away as Florida and Penn­sylvania to visit and catch up with each other in per­son — a journey

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they usual­ly embark on several times a year.

Coming together with one common interest, Poore said the group is made up of law enforcement offi­cers, lawyers and those in the medical field, and when they get together they are all equal, because they own the same cars but each is unique.

“ Everybody puts their own touches on,” said Dan Kappesser of Tipton.
Adding his own personal touches to his Marauder, Reinhart, who specializes in high- performance cus­tomizing, said his car now has 464 horsepower and does 12 seconds to the quarter- mile because of a supercharger.

Reinhart said since leav­ing Seymour he has built his company, Reinhart Automotive, by concentrat­ing on customizing vehicles such as the Marauder.

“ Seymour means a lot to me,” Reinhart said. He also said he hopes to be host for a regional show of Maraud­er drivers during the 2007 Oktoberfest. He said it should bring about 100 Mercury Marauders to Sey­mour.

Charlie Fisher of Louisville said he found the group on the Internet and has since used the Web site to keep in touch and has attended several festivals.

“ He ( Reinhart) is one of the first people I found that took this particular vehicle under his wing — outside of the factory,” Fisher said.

Reinhart said the Mer­cury Marauder was in pro­duction between 2003 and 2004 and then pulled from the market. He said the only colors manufactured were blue, red, black and silver, all of which were represented in the Oktober­fest parade Saturday. He said only 338 blue cars were manufactured before they were taken off the market in 2004.
Reinhart said he has worked with the Florida Highway Patrol to cus­tomize 30 Mercury Marauders for a team of hand- picked drivers for the state’s Rid Aggressive Dri­ving and Road Rage Pro­gram.


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[Bluerauder]

Reinhart said the Mer­cury Marauder was in pro­duction between 2003 and 2004 and then pulled from the market. He said the only colors manufactured were blue, red, black and silver, all of which were represented in the Oktoberfest parade Saturday. He said only 338 blue cars were manufactured before they were taken off the market in 2004.

328 Blue MMs :rolleyes:

Actually, a better age quote would have been that the Marauder has nearly universal appeal across every age group. That's what the distribution says. We have every age group represented from 18 to 78 including some 16 year old "Marauders In-Waiting". In fact, in the resale market I think we are seeing even more younger buyers showing up with many more owners in their early to mid-20s. Of course, I didn't make it to Seymour to make the quote .... I'll fix that next year. ;)

[KillJoy]

I's never seen a red Marauder??? :D

KillJoy

PS - Nice article though :)

[Hack Goby]

OK,How come I can`t find the online replica edition.

[MM03MOK]

OK,How come I can`t find the online replica edition.

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[Bluerauder]

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Yeah, we found that site .... but couldn't find the article. Did a search on Marauder, Reinhart, Poore, whatever .... :rolleyes:

[Hack Goby]

OK,How come I can`t find the online replica edition.
Damn,Am I blind?How do I find the article.I was looking at the small print.Silly me.

[FastMerc]

That was a cool article and pic,a 100 cars next year we shall see.:D