Sebring 2013

[wishy]

Just thought I would remind all who are going across the pond over the next couple of days...........don't forget to update your ESTA!!!!!!

[smokie]

I've got that box ticked. Also got the international driving permit.

[Kristof]

Picked up our car yesterday, wasn't asked for an IDP.
Wanted to show it to the guy at the desk, he just said they didn't need it so I wouldn't worry too much about that.

[gatordad]

Sorry I haven't been on here leading up to Sebring...but here I am.  Welcome to all CA members to our little corner of heaven.  We have been going to Sebring in one form or another since 1958.  i want to invite any members that are making the trip to our site.  When you see the configuration of the track you will notice that it is in the shape of a horse shoe.  We are just down-track from turn three on driver's left.  You will see a viewing berm at turn three and then you will see a paved road that seems to run into the track but is stopped by the race fence.  Our RV's are parked on that paved piece at the fence.  I would hope you would drop by and have a cold beer on me.  For that matter, if you are going to stay in a tent, you can find places near us for that accommodation as well. 

This promises to be a good race as the rules are changing over the next year and there will be some good cars running for the last time.

I hope you can make it.  My name is George.  See you there!

[gatordad]

For you guys not coming to Sebring, here is a little racing porn for you to enjoy from the race last year.  Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEBLDOeM7f4&feature=youtube_gdata_player

gatordad...Sebring veteran since 1958!

[Andy Zarse]

I can't watch it, makes me feel sad...

Anyway lord Pigpen has left the building!

[Andy]

This promises to be a good race as the rules are changing over the next year and there will be some good cars running for the last time.

I hope you can make it.  My name is George.  See you there!
[/quote]

I will no doubt drop by for a cold one with you George, I aint got a clue where I will be dossing but I got your number.......


T-Minus 7 hours for the off
T-Minus 12 before leaving on a jet plane

Safe journey those going.
For those not going,  set up your Feng Shui zone for the race - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5TWPF76eps

TTFN

[wishy]

Well,i'ts silly o'clock....bags just about packed and come 7am we're off to Sebring, provided we can drive our way through the snow drifts on the way to Gatwick 

[Lazy B'stard]

Lucky bastards. Did hope to make a pilgrimage on day, but the new series looks pants. Maybe this is the last good year for Sebring?

Anyway, Mrs S going out, kids at grannies, BBQ fixed up, fridge well stocked, loads of coffee on standby etc. hoping to watch the whole race from the comfort of my sofa.

Roll on June to do it for real.

Have a great time everyone.

[Kristof]

Safe trip for all who's coming over !
Don't forget any sunscreen, you'll need it (I didn't put enough on yesterday, look a little bit like a lobster today  ).


Amelia Island was porn on wheels yesterday, perfect start of the week !
@ Gatordad : I'll give you a call later on !

[Boorish Grobian]

Have a great time at the old bomber base, employer permitting we will make it back next year (had to miss it two years in a row now, this really sucks!).  The regs may have gone tits up for next year, but 200,000 crazies will still show up, and raise hell.  It'll still be worth the trip.
Fax

[Canada Phil]

Hi Fax,
         Yes next year the rules will be different some of the cars will be different but oit will still be a good race to attend.
2013 however is the end of the ALMS /LMP1 era and it has been an excellent era. There were good ones before and more to come I am sure.
Phil

[Canada Phil]

I am at the Fish on Fire. After all the stories I have heard I made a special effort to get here for the warm up for Sebring.
However here I sit drinking on my own waiting for the UK contingent to get here. Plane has "arrived" what ever that means. Motel will not let me check in to Smokies room
Decision time another Beer or stay sober to collect them at the airport when the reserved car is not ready ?
The Fun has Begun
Phil

[Martini...LB]

I am at the Fish on Fire. After all the stories I have heard I made a special effort to get here for the warm up for Sebring.
However here I sit drinking on my own waiting for the UK contingent to get here. Plane has "arrived" what ever that means. Motel will not let me check in to Smokies room
Decision time another Beer or stay sober to collect them at the airport when the reserved car is not ready ?
The Fun has Begun
Phil
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Have another beer Phil, Have a great time and please say HI to Pidge for me.

>Martini...LB

[Boorish Grobian]

Phil, I've been seeing you at these races pretty much as long as I've been friends with Dave, Matt & Rich (which means close to twenty years now).  I miss going to Sebring, but I REALLY miss seeing you guys.  Phil have a cold Canadian brew for me, and we absolutely will be at the Petit, and I hope you will be too, Kirsten sends her love.  Got some catching up to do.
Fax