Niko Posted 8September, 2016 Report Share Posted 8September, 2016 A meeting has been held recently by the regular organisers of the annual Canberra trek, including myself.It is with some regret that it has been decided that there will not be a Victorian Canberra SMT for 2017.We sincerely thank the effort put in over the past few years by all our Canberra members, and of the participation of the Caver Crew from up North.That doesn't mean the Canberra SMT is a closed shop. It is obviously open to anyone else wanting to organise or continue this exciting event.There have been discussions on another event to substitute for the Canberra SMT.I am confident we will get one up and running, and it will probably be aimed for the late March/Early April time slot.It will more than likely, only be within the Victorian borders. It will also more than likely only be over a three day period.Limited numbers again also unfortunately. Once... more serious discussions and suggestions have been undertaken we will post up the proposal.That's about all I can say at the moment except........WATCH THIS SPACE... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter M Posted 8September, 2016 Report Share Posted 8September, 2016 Oh Niko, that's not part of the plan!Would you guys be open to some New South Welshman visiting you on your home turf as an alternative? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tit Posted 8September, 2016 Report Share Posted 8September, 2016 T a s m a n i a Still....sad face. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 8September, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 8September, 2016 Oh Niko, that's not part of the plan!Would you guys be open to some New South Welshman visiting you on your home turf as an alternative?There really is nothing planned yet, just a few ideas floating around.recce's then to be done, accommodation enquires to be made etc etc etc... Plus... we normally would open it up, to whoever went on the yearly SMT the previous year, from the Vic end and then take on any other newbies after that, on a first in best dressed concept.We would also have a numbers limit, to be decided upon, but more than likely 10 possibly 12.But as I said at the moment it's just pie in the sky stuff.Tits, Tassy is certainly a good alternative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 8September, 2016 Report Share Posted 8September, 2016 Oh Niko, that's not part of the plan!Would you guys be open to some New South Welshman visiting you on your home turf as an alternative?Ok PeterM time to put your thinking cap on and organize a SMT for us, it's your turn you know, and some of us also know you've been sneaking out with some old pommy cars and giving us a wide berth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddy Posted 8September, 2016 Report Share Posted 8September, 2016 My first and last. Feel sad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggin Posted 8September, 2016 Report Share Posted 8September, 2016 BOOOOOO HISSSSSS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tk111 Posted 8September, 2016 Report Share Posted 8September, 2016 Chaps,YOU COMEWE FIX!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 8September, 2016 Report Share Posted 8September, 2016 Chaps,YOU COMEWE FIX!?Ok, is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter M Posted 9September, 2016 Report Share Posted 9September, 2016 There is no doubt Tasmania would be the best option.If that wasn't possible, a run down the south coast and over the Snowy would be an alternative. Assuming the Victorian boys include a night in northern part of their state I'm suggesting we could stay overnight at the same place, that's all. Shouldnt cramp their style too much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZ930 Posted 10September, 2016 Report Share Posted 10September, 2016 Why not pass the batton on to those that would have like to attend but were unable to due to number limits. Maybe one or more of the "old" crowd would still like to do the trip and maybe act as a guide for the "newbies" or mentor the "new" group.or maybe the Canberra contingent would like to visit south of the border and maybe drag some "northerners" along with them….Just an idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel Posted 10September, 2016 Report Share Posted 10September, 2016 Guys . As TK says just come along. b roads are for everyone...And got the perfect early morning blat sorted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel Posted 11September, 2016 Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 Gents - Canberra 2017 is a starter.Talking with TK911 and Tit and would like to hear from anyone who has come previously , or would like to but haven't been able ...also any of the previous organisers who are still keen , let's hear from you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 11September, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 Please..... don't take this the wrong way gents. We have enjoyed the Canberra run immensely.From our first run some four years ago or thereabouts, it has turned into a monstrous event.A credit to the two states and the A.C.T.The hospitality and friendly get togethers were sensational. It has just got to the stage where we are struggling to find a different route up and are looking for new things to challenge.New mountains to climb., so to speak.We have discussed maybe doing Canberra every second year.Some of the blokes that go to Canberra are business men or in fact run their own business's, and the four day trek which includes two week days can be a bit of a problem. Mainly trying to work out dates that suit... weather... missing the school holidays and also trying not to impact on work commitments.As I have said in the first post here, it is definitely open to anyone else, who wants to continue the trek and we are only too happy to "pass the baton on" The previous routes and the contacts are certainly available. We all agree it is a great event, but new challenges also beckon.If an alternative event is to happen, it is in the very very early stages of planning. (just talking about it over a pizza basically) We had been contacted by people asking for Canberra dates etc and we thought it was only prudent, to announce as early as when we decidedthat it was off for 2017. I'm not sure what else I can say, our decision was certainly not meant to upset anyone, and if it has done so I sincerely apologise.But it can also be a challenge for any other Victorian forum members who would like to head North. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9fan Posted 11September, 2016 Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 Whatever it is - IN !Previously I ran a 3 day VIC event which Caver came down for. Said he was impressed with the roads and scenery.Can "spill the beans", with you Niko. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 11September, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 Thanks Mark, appreciate that. We will get back to you, when it's been spilling time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenS Posted 11September, 2016 Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 There is no doubt Tasmania would be the best option.If that wasn't possible, a run down the south coast and over the Snowy would be an alternative. Assuming the Victorian boys include a night in northern part of their state I'm suggesting we could stay overnight at the same place, that's all. Shouldnt cramp their style too much!my 2 cents worth is..... Change is as great as traditions are..... Same with our shared passion for Porsche models over the years.i have felt for the Canberra folks, before, that they do a lot of organising but not much driving......Love PeterM suggestion. Why not just coordinate a bit and meet up on the Saturday night somewhere from many directions. Find some hotel / location that can take the numbers and then we head our own way again.it will be the bullshit and banter that makes for the great tradition..... Oh and the pies and sausage rolls of course! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port 911 Posted 11September, 2016 Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 Ok PeterM time to put your thinking cap on and organize a SMT for us, it's your turn you know, and some of us also know you've been sneaking out with some old pommy cars and giving us a wide berth. I am keen to come along to whatever gets put together, had read lots about the ACT gatherings & was kind off keen to join in on the next one. Open to lending a hand bearing in mind I live in Mid North NSW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MFX Posted 11September, 2016 Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 @michel has contacted me and some others about sorting something out, so I think it will be happening still, and we can sort of the details. There looks like enough of us that are keen to pick up the baton and strive forward (and hopefully I will actually have my P car on the road by then). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel Posted 11September, 2016 Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 Gents let's not make this another could a woulda shoulda thread... Lord knows they abound a plenty... ???seems there's enough B-road lovin to go round ... So if there's enough deep interest in a 2-4 day event let's make it happen. Not rocket science... Just about turning up taking on board a few of the other gents comments particularly the DRIVE , have a slightly revised format in mind.. And a photo shoot as for the elder PFA statesmans I'm sure they'll enjoy themselves well enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tit Posted 11September, 2016 Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 I'm keen to deconflict this with Tassie trip, as it would be a shame to scatter the crowd. I support both events.Before I proposed Tassie (on the back of Toms thread), I spoke with Niko to deconflict. I probably can't run Tassie in spring next year due to another travel conflict, therefore I proposed autumn (Mar). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel Posted 11September, 2016 Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 Tit man - I don't think there's timing conflict - the Tazzie trip is for the hardcore n ribald who walk amongst us... great roads great roads great distilleries but the extent of time away for some tricky ...Nothing that but a beer can't remedy Defrock , detente, denture ..deconflict? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tit Posted 11September, 2016 Report Share Posted 11September, 2016 Yep, but no-one is going to do both if they are right next to each other on the calendar...too much time off for the working peoples... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 12September, 2016 Report Share Posted 12September, 2016 my 2 cents worth is..... Change is as great as traditions are..... Same with our shared passion for Porsche models over the years.i have felt for the Canberra folks, before, that they do a lot of organising but not much driving......Love PeterM suggestion. Why not just coordinate a bit and meet up on the Saturday night somewhere from many directions. Find some hotel / location that can take the numbers and then we head our own way again.it will be the bullshit and banter that makes for the great tradition..... Oh and the pies and sausage rolls of course! Gents let's not make this another could a woulda shoulda thread... Lord knows they abound a plenty... ???seems there's enough B-road lovin to go round ... So if there's enough deep interest in a 2-4 day event let's make it happen. Not rocket science... Just about turning up taking on board a few of the other gents comments particularly the DRIVE , have a slightly revised format in mind.. And a photo shoot I was really keen to do Canbra next year as past years i couldn't get off work so if a date can be agreed up on in the next month or two that makes it a bit easier to book time off.I know most people will have this problem as well, as Stephen said even 2 days for some may be enough.I'm sure people that are interested will be out scouting roads and planning routes for their respective SMT's to travel to this event now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tit Posted 12September, 2016 Report Share Posted 12September, 2016 So I was looking sometime in March 2017 during the school semester for Tassie. Need to think about the impact of the F1 as well.Ideally the other 'major' event would be sep/Oct/Nov to catch the good weather on the other side of winter and allow a healthy calendar gap between the two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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