Summerblaze 2006 Location?

[Gator911]

What do you guys think??

I am thinking of moving it out of Orlando and maybe into Tampa area...

Post your input here!

-Keith

[JonnyChimpO]

Orlando seems like a good spot. Cant beat central fl.

[Roy]

I'm gonna have to say that I'm sure most on here, at the moment, would like to have it in Tampa. But we'd get much better results if its in Orlando. The scene it's self is larger, and more people would be willing to go to Orlando than Tampa I think..
:dunno:

[RPM Photography]

Orlando, I'd make the drive.

[Gator911]

Orlando has been pretty sweet...

Keep in mind that the South Fl crew is a big part of the meet. Norht florida(beyond Orlando) isnt that much of a contribution YET...

I eventually want to include the Southeast US but I'm not ready for that. I have always wanted these events to stay free and i lose enough money in them as it is...

As of now it will still be Orlando but I dont think Tampa would be a drawback...

-Keith

[SlickShift]

Orlando, I'd make the drive.

Me too. I like taking the backroads to Orlando. :angeldevil:

[Roy]

Orlando has been pretty sweet...

Keep in mind that the South Fl crew is a big part of the meet. Norht florida(beyond Orlando) isnt that much of a contribution YET...

I eventually want to include the Southeast US but I'm not ready for that. I have always wanted these events to stay free and i lose enough money in them as it is...

As of now it will still be Orlando but I dont think Tampa would be a drawback...

-Keith
Hey it's your money, and your time, so your choice mostly. I'd love to be able to contribute, but I wouldn't be able to.. And I think that most from the southeast, Boca/Lauderdale/MIA would rather go to Orlando than tampa. It's a longer trip to Tampa, and most people seem to enjoy Orlando more than Tampa due to its choices of activities there.. I dunno, I'm just throwing that out there. I could be speaking out of my butt, it's finals week so I'm alone in the trenches taking grenades here.. :cheers:

[Gator911]

Hey it's your money, and your time, so your choice mostly. I'd love to be able to contribute, but I wouldn't be able to.. And I think that most from the southeast, Boca/Lauderdale/MIA would rather go to Orlando than tampa. It's a longer trip to Tampa, and most people seem to enjoy Orlando more than Tampa due to its choices of activities there.. I dunno, I'm just throwing that out there. I could be speaking out of my butt, it's finals week so I'm alone in the trenches taking grenades here.. :cheers:
I agree with you...

Im dodging grenades myself over here! What bad timing for starting this site ARGH

[JCapelo]

Hey keith....glad you joined

i think orlando had a better chance of having more cars...

when ur ready to do it again let us kno i kno some of us would love to help with setting stuff up and maybee do some kind of fun raiser or carwash to help cost

[Variance]

If I had a freaking job, I'd be happy to contribute to your fund. But yeah, I can't find one; have to be 18 or older everywhere I look... blargh. That being said, I'd be fine with either Tampa or Orlando. Cruising out to Orlando does sound like fun, though...

[Roy]

I agree with you...

Im dodging grenades myself over here! What bad timing for starting this site ARGH
Just one more week!!!!
:thanks: :woot: :boink: :boink:

[M52 POWER!]

Yea the drive to Orlando is always one of the highlights when going to a meet in orlando, esp summer/winterblaze.

Nothing like "caravaning" to Orlando with a bunch of modded bimmers on the highway ;)

[SlickShift]

Is there a date for this yet? (or at least an estimate)

[TheDarkSide]

Orlando sounds good, seems more of a midpoint for everyone.

[Gator911]

Is there a date for this yet? (or at least an estimate)
Prob early August...

[FactorX]

this a bimmer-badge only event?

I'm still really new to the car club scene and havn't been to many (or heard of many) events in FL.

[///Mental]

yeah, usually.. I know I wouldnt mind seeing some v-dubs or other cars there..as long as its tasteful.. :)

[JCapelo]

:werd: :stupid:
yeah, usually.. I know I wouldnt mind seeing some v-dubs or other cars there..as long as its tasteful.. :)

[pakman3]

+1 orlando

[Viper3812]

Nothing like "caravaning" to Orlando with a bunch of modded bimmers on the highway ;)

That's true, but in my case the opposite direction.:D
Orlando is probably the best location in Florida. Can't wait til August.:woot:

[TheDarkSide]

Sounds like a good time, :woot: to August!

[JCapelo]

sweetness.......something to look foward to again!

[pakman3]

never went to summerblaze/winterblaze hopefully i can make it this time.

[TheDarkSide]

Thought it was in Cali, what is that one called?

[Variance]

BimmerFest.

[TheDarkSide]

:thumbu:

[E36bmer]

Prob early August...


:cheers:

I should be there if I am not in New York at that time.

[M52 POWER!]

So you're coming back to FL Brad?

[E36bmer]

So you're coming back to FL Brad?

yes, if everything goes as planned I will be in gainesville in july. And if everything really goes as planned I will be at UF thereforward. Otherwise, I may attend a CC for a semester. Either way, the shear depression of being in Mississippi is killing my grades, I need to get out now.

[Roy]

Good to hear you'll be back in Florida Brad.. Hope all is going better for you bud!

[Gator911]

yes, if everything goes as planned I will be in gainesville in july. And if everything really goes as planned I will be at UF thereforward. Otherwise, I may attend a CC for a semester. Either way, the shear depression of being in Mississippi is killing my grades, I need to get out now.
I go to UF right now...Hope you get in!

-Keith

[E36bmer]

I go to UF right now...Hope you get in!

-Keith

Thanks,
Yeah, me too. I didn't meet the deadline to have my transcripts in b/c USF wouldn't send them. But, hopefully I can play the Katrina card and get in. I don't know I am going to try calling later this week to discuss.

[Cobb_Web]

So is this show/meet thing just for Bimmers? If not, id like some more info on it, sounds like it would be cool.

In any case, a bunch of people repping Florida German hats, stickers, shirts and what not would be awesome.

But are other cars (mercs) included in this thing?

Orlando or Tampa would be fine. It would be harder for me to get to Orlando, cus my mom (yes i still live at home, im 16) would get all like "i dono if i want you goin to some big car show." But if it was in Tampa, might be a different story. But either way, Orlando would be tight, Tampa would be convenient. Ups and downs for both.

[JCapelo]

summberlaze/winterblaze has always been a bmw only meet.....but all are welcome there is always some Pcars ect.

[Gator911]

Bimmers only but i have been trying for the longest time to incorporate ALL german vehicles...

The problem has been, i dont know their web/enthusiast rings...

I just not figured out some of the porsche rings, but if anyone can help, let me know!

-Keith

[TheDarkSide]

Was told some local p-clubs today but I forgot, will ask.

Cobb: I am damn good with parents, let me at them. When they see the tie they melt like butter and off the meet we go. Let us know if FG can help!

[Variance]

Haha, I may need to call upon your... talents if my parents end up not being too keen on the idea, Dave.

[TheDarkSide]

Haha, I may need to call upon your... talents if my parents end up not being too keen on the idea, Dave.

:headbang:

[Gator911]

Anyone driving a parents Bimmer isnt aloud!!!

[SlickShift]

Cobb: I am damn good with parents, let me at them. When they see the tie they melt like butter and off the meet we go. Let us know if FG can help!

Hopefully I won't need any help either since I'll be 18. Too bad you weren't there when I talked to them about the BTR.

[Variance]

It's not my parents'. I bought it with my own money.

[TheDarkSide]

Hopefully I won't need any help either since I'll be 18. Too bad you weren't there when I talked to them about the BTR.

:chair: You must have described it all wrong!

[SlickShift]

:chair: You must have described it all wrong!

I thought I did good. I didn't use the word "rally" or "race" at all! I was like, "there's a big car show in Miami and the Bimmer guys and I are all gunna ride down there together."

Parents: "Ooo...that's a far drive, and Miami is dangerous." (:jerkit: ) I kept telling them I was going to be with at least 15 other people at all times.

It wouldn't have worked out anyway, with the new car and everything. NEXT YEAR FTW!

[ESP]

Bimmers only but i have been trying for the longest time to incorporate ALL german vehicles...

The problem has been, i dont know their web/enthusiast rings...

I just not figured out some of the porsche rings, but if anyone can help, let me know!

-Keith

Hey Keith, Been a while buddy.

I happen to know of some of the other Euro boards, etc. Most I just lurk on but that doesn't mean I couldn't post something :bullhorn:

[JCapelo]

Kids Driving Parents Bimmers Are The Best!

[TheDarkSide]

It sucks, I get it all the time at the gas station. I don't shave, always have a tie on, look like I am 30 but still get "Filling dad's car up for him huh?"

[E36bmer]

Haha, sucks for you kids. My parents have let me go anywhere and do anything I want since I was like 12. I drove to N.O. for mardi gras when I was 15, the parental unit said nothing about it.


Mr. Tie fighter -- I used to get the same thing in my 328. Even though it was riced out as anything w/ chrome rims, etc. I would just reply, "And you think my dad would drive something like this?"

[TheDarkSide]

I say stuff like "yeah he really has it made huh? Fill it up and pay the payments for him too!"

[///Mental]

I say stuff like "yeah he really has it made huh? Fill it up and pay the payments for him too!"

Then you throw gatorade at them after they've filled up, and are following you huh? :rofl:

[TheDarkSide]

Hmmm, my signature move? :rofl:

[BMW boobies]

It sucks, I get it all the time at the gas station. I don't shave, always have a tie on, look like I am 30 but still get "Filling dad's car up for him huh?"
When I got the TT which was dark red and a convertible, stupid people would say "hey bring daddy's car home" and I would tell them daddy is 6'6 and 300lb's daddy can't fit in my car

[TheDarkSide]

:rofl: That works too ;)

[///Mental]

When I got the TT which was dark red and a convertible, stupid people would say "hey bring daddy's car home" and I would tell them daddy is 6'6 and 300lb's daddy can't fit in my car

might sound :gay: coming from a guy... idk..

[SlickShift]

Then you throw gatorade at them after they've filled up, and are following you huh? :rofl:

:rofl: :rofl: I lol'd

[Gator911]

Looks like Summerblaze is going to be inclusive german this year and not just for the Roundels:rofl:

That or im not invited to my own meet!!:nono:

-Keith

[TheDarkSide]

That is awesome news! I hope we get everyone exited and knowledgeable about it in time.

[M52 POWER!]

Sweet, umm if it's all german cars now this coudl be very very big....

[kelso]

big meet is big fun

[M52 POWER!]

Summerblaze was ~200 cars all BMW's....

[Gator911]

....Im gonna need some help with this one!!...

[JCapelo]

Ill help with as much as i can........


Let mme know what i can do for you Keith......when are we looking to do this?

[TheDarkSide]

Ill help with as much as i can........


Let mme know what i can do for you Keith......when are we looking to do this?

:ditto: This is my BB dream meet it sounds like.

[The Weiner]

Was told some local p-clubs today but I forgot, will ask.

Cobb: I am damn good with parents, let me at them. When they see the tie they melt like butter and off the meet we go. Let us know if FG can help!

we'll just get me john and dave all suited up business atire crew reppin son..and we'll go over and your parrents will think your in the mafia:rofl: anyway i'll be bringing out the audi so other cars are welcome...but ill have colleen drive the suburban towing the bmw race car:bow:

[The Weiner]

start a paypal account like we had on old baybimmers i'll send you 10 bucks right now. even if you get 20 people to send you 5 bucks thats 100 plus my 10 of corse ..its a start

we even got coverage from performence bmw mag last year in one of the pics my big ass gold suburban was in the back :lol:

[TheDarkSide]

Keith get with me if you can. I would like to help organize this. Way back when; I tried to organize an FG meet before FG existed. Had a pretty positive response but it is now old news. Read through this (http://www.baybimmers.com/new/showthread.php?t=195) if you can to see some of my old ideas and let me know what you think.

Dave

[Digitalwave]

I'm definately coming, last summer Performance BMW covered the event and my car got published :)

Keith, I think Orlando is better than Tampa but I would love to see it moved to SoFLA for a change.

[Gator911]

The proposed date is Sat. August 5th...

Last location was good, but since the "mall" wasn't very good, it got boring for some people i think...

I am goign to look around, and my goal right now is to keep it in Orlando, at a place with 250car capacity minimum...

Last year we has 140ish BMWs alone, not counting Mini's and others, and well over 200 people...

We had 4 vendors there as well...

I would like to keep this event FREE, as it has been every year, but last year, i spent a lot of my own money...I don't have that luxury with the rate at which this event is growing...

What do you guys think about a $4 "donation" to go to the event...

I mean i always get tons of sponsors to donate, so the donation can be for parking and raffle tickets....People have a decent shot at winning very nice items...

Anyways, i will set up at team here in the future incharge of doing different things, such as raffle tickets, trophies, giveaways, sponsorships, banners, and flyers...

If anyone has any hookups for any of these, or wants to help out with a particular field, please PM me!

-Keith

PS TJ, good to see you here! Do you have a scanned copy of the PBMW article?

[M52 POWER!]

I to am more than willing to help out, I guess I could start by doing banners/flyers etc? Is this just going to be called SummerBlaze 06?

Also I think the $4 donation idea is great, the hard part will be getting the information out. Where should we host the page for this event, on floridagerman? Throw a big summerblaze graphic on the main page as one of the events and from there a link where people can donate?

What do you guys think?

[TheDarkSide]

I don't mind using the homepage to host the event. If we can design the flyers I can get awesome prices on 2 sided uv coated full color prints. I will look into some of the other things as well.

[Gator911]

I don't mind using the homepage to host the event. If we can design the flyers I can get awesome prices on 2 sided uv coated full color prints. I will look into some of the other things as well.
2 sided coated cards are a must!

Get buisness card size ones that we can print and distribute so people can leave them on appropriate cars and give to friends...

We also need a poster size (8.5x11) 1 sided print to distribute to dealerships as well as performance/automotive shops...They can post them on their doors and it gets A LOT of views...

I would like the website to host the event if possible...2006 Summerblaze brought to you by FloridaGerman.com and our sponsors...

I dont mean to be a dick either, but I NEED to approve everything before it goes public...I got into trouble with vendors last year because people were giving out free promotions when others donated to be plugged, etc...

Please contact me on individual details and if you come up with an artwork or something like that, don't just bring it to the forum and say what do you guys think?

The best thing would be to all meet up one weekend and talk about it!

-Keith

[RPM Photography]

I'd be more than happy to help in every way possible.

I can hook you up with your own Domain name if you want.

SummerBlaze2006.com

SummerBlaze.net/org

I am going to see if SummerBlaze.com is for sale

or I can do Summerblaze.floridagerman.com or something

I could probably get a separate website deisgned also.

Just ideas. I can basically do anything that needs to be done relation to anything. Let me know.

[TheDarkSide]

Lets get a few of us together and meet and exchange idea. If you have any pictures that will be best to use on the flyer's. I think dual sided UV coated 1/4 page flyer's are better and more eye catching than "xerox" flyer's. I like the idea of using the homepage as the main domain for the meet. Really it can be something that keeps the theme year round and just gets updated. "Home of Summerblaze"

[JCapelo]

im down to get together to talk about this.......let me kno when

[His ///M-inence]

Orlando is definetly more applealing to the So Fla. guys...

Im ready to help however I can!

[SlickShift]

The donation idea is great...I'll give up 5 bucks to get this thing together. Can't wait till August!

[RPM Photography]

I'm down for a meeting...provided its after friday. Out of school finally.


Back to studying...

[awezm]

I like the donation idea but you might get additional interest in doing some sort of car show theme as well... $10 / $20 entry... Have different awards, gift packages, etc.

[JCapelo]

thats not a bad idea guys.......a car show, and or do some kind of fund raiser carwash....charge like 5 buck for a quick wash and dry + tips

[E31]

We will need "squadron leaders" for the ride to the next meet...I'll be one.

[TheDarkSide]

We will need "squadron leaders" for the ride to the next meet...I'll be one.

http://img383.imageshack.us/img383/7281/antleader6vi.jpg

[E31]

LOL...that is good...i like the fact that I'm sporting a collar in the trooper suit.

[CleanSlate]

Bimmers only but i have been trying for the longest time to incorporate ALL german vehicles...

The problem has been, i dont know their web/enthusiast rings...

I just not figured out some of the porsche rings, but if anyone can help, let me know!

-Keith

Hey Keith.... Let me start by thanking you for putting together last year's Summerblaze. My wife & I were there representing SoFla, but the extreme sun/ heat and (like you mentioned) boring mall cut our stay short... too much to do in Orlando to be standing in hot a$$ Sun.


Anyway, 6speedonline.com or Rennlist http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforums/index.php? (http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforums/index.php?)
are a couple of good places to post this event for the P-car crowd.

Also, I'm sure that a donation or a $5 parking fee would be fine with pretty much everyone since you're always paying for parking somewhere, why not at an awesome gathering of sweet German rides.

Thanks again!:cheers:

[Variance]

Yeah, posting about Summerblaze on Rennlist could also get us traffic and more Porsche members on here. Rennlist has a bunch of cool people, but I would feel like I was taking away from that site by recruiting. Oh, and CleanSlate, welcome to the site! Maybe post in the Welcome forums, and toss up a few pics of your 997. Glad to have ya!

[RPM Photography]

*drool* 997S...mmm....

Anyways, Keith, where are you thinking of holding the event?

[Panzer_M]

what about somewhere in Winter Park? or Clermount?

[surina777]

what about somewhere in Winter Park? or Clermount?

panzer...clermOnt:chair:

[Coco Savage]

panzer...clermOnt:chair:

:lolup:

[Gator911]

I am working on locations now...

Guys, whatever you do, PLEASE do NOT post about summerblaze on other sites yet...

I dont care if you guys go to other forums and plug FG and they find out about it here, but i dont want anythign released untill it is final...

Too much confusion starts that way, and i get SLAMMED with questions and such...How about the weekend after this we meet up somewhere and talk about some ideas...

I am going to be doing the event in Orlando. There will be a $5 "suggested donation" that lets you park in the roped off area and get you a raffle ticket, and into the car show...If you want additional raffle tickets, they will be $1...

If you dont want to pay the $5, you can still come to the event, you just won't be in our "section."

Last year i tried having the event at CityWalk and Downtown Disney, however, it was too short of notice. If you guys remember it was going to be at Race Rock last year untill they told me every car over 100 would be towed...At the last minute we relocated. Anyways, I am hoping for CityWalk or Downtown Disney again...

I will keep you up to date...What would be a good meeting location? Is there any car hangouts on a Saturday or Sunday in the Bay Area?

-Keith

[CleanSlate]

Yeah, posting about Summerblaze on Rennlist could also get us traffic and more Porsche members on here. Rennlist has a bunch of cool people, but I would feel like I was taking away from that site by recruiting. Oh, and CleanSlate, welcome to the site! Maybe post in the Welcome forums, and toss up a few pics of your 997. Glad to have ya!

Thanks, glad to be here. Will look around for the welcome thread. I would be happy to post a few threads about the Summerblaze meet once the plans are finalized. No need to feel like you're recruiting, people will wonder around and join, just like I did.:D

[Goldfinger]

You can also try Waterford Lakes, it's a big shopping center in east Orlando. They hold car shows there all the time, and even let the CRX meet hold an auto-x in the back parking lot.
"Waterford Lakes Town Center makes your life easier by offering easy access to popular retailers, including Super Target, Best Buy and T.J. Maxx. Waterford Lakes is also home to more than 100 specialty shops, a variety of restaurants, and ongoing entertainment in a park-like, open-air environment. You'll find more than 5 acres of lakes, fountains, and lush landscaping throughout the mall property, providing you with a calm, welcoming shopping environment. Make your visit complete by taking in a movie at the Regal Cinemas 20 theater."

[TheDarkSide]

Rennlist has a bunch of cool people, but I would feel like I was taking away from that site by recruiting.

If you drop a FG line that is not asking people to rebel and turn to this site. Just allowing them to broaden their forum usage. :dunno:

I like downtown Disney. It is a great landmark for non locals. I have an annal pass so I will most likely get a few bedroom suite down there and stay an extra day to go to the parks.

[CleanSlate]

If you drop a FG line that is not asking people to rebel and turn to this site. Just allowing them to broaden their forum usage. :dunno:

I like downtown Disney. It is a great landmark for non locals. I have an annal pass so I will most likely get a few bedroom suite down there and stay an extra day to go to the parks.

Downtown Disney would be a sweet location with plenty to do well into the night at Pleasure Island. :cheers: Getting a room is the best option unless you're a local.

[M52 POWER!]

I agree downtown disney would be a badass place to have the car meet at!

[TheDarkSide]

Have a cool place I go to over there. 4 bedroom/4bath/2 story. It is around ~$350/night. And sleeps 15. Also have 1 bedroom studios, 2bed/2bath, 3 bad/3 bath. Damn good prices for how nice they are. All have In Room Jacuzzi's, big screens and ish. If someone wants to get in on it we can save some money.

[M52 POWER!]

Yea if it ends up going over there I'm in Dave. Bukkake partayyyyyy

[TheDarkSide]

:alright: Glory holes etc!

[RPM Photography]

Back on topic, downtown disney would be awesome I think.

[Goldfinger]

I've never seen Disney allow car show's before though. It would be cool.

[SlickShift]

I agree downtown disney would be a badass place to have the car meet at!

:werd: That would be a ton of fun if they allowed us.

[Panzer_M]

I am working on locations now...

Guys, whatever you do, PLEASE do NOT post about summerblaze on other sites yet...

I dont care if you guys go to other forums and plug FG and they find out about it here, but i dont want anythign released untill it is final...

Too much confusion starts that way, and i get SLAMMED with questions and such...How about the weekend after this we meet up somewhere and talk about some ideas...

I am going to be doing the event in Orlando. There will be a $5 "suggested donation" that lets you park in the roped off area and get you a raffle ticket, and into the car show...If you want additional raffle tickets, they will be $1...

If you dont want to pay the $5, you can still come to the event, you just won't be in our "section."

Last year i tried having the event at CityWalk and Downtown Disney, however, it was too short of notice. If you guys remember it was going to be at Race Rock last year untill they told me every car over 100 would be towed...At the last minute we relocated. Anyways, I am hoping for CityWalk or Downtown Disney again...

I will keep you up to date...What would be a good meeting location? Is there any car hangouts on a Saturday or Sunday in the Bay Area?

-Keith

I still got my stone guard from last year I won...I have nothing worth guarding yet.:( damn my failure to buy ZKWs.

[Panzer_M]

I've never seen Disney allow car show's before though. It would be cool.

OF and a Tampa Prelude Group had a meet at Downtown Disney, we parked together, hung out after explaining to Security what was going on, then got something to eat. we had 100 cars or so..all makes..this was a few years back though.

[anE464aG.I.]

It sucks, I get it all the time at the gas station. I don't shave, always have a tie on, look like I am 30 but still get "Filling dad's car up for him huh?"

Ain't nuttin' wrong lookin' like "dirty thirty"!

[TheDarkSide]

I asked a customer the other day and they guessed 36, I gave a pissed off face and they are like I am so sorry, 32? :banghead:

[Bruse Wayne]

orlando is cool with me :D

went last year to summerblaze and it was a balst...cant wait to do it again :bow:

[SlickShift]

When is the date and location going to be finalized? It's already June...August is right around the corner.

[Gator911]

Hopefully by the end of this week....

-Keith

[TheDarkSide]

Awesome :thumbu:

[chris]

Here's another vote for orlando! I wouldn't mind making the drive either!
What is Summerblaze anyway??? I mean, I'll be there, but, what is it???

[TheDarkSide]

It is like Fast and the Furious for German cars :roll: Just kidding. I have never went but seems to be the one you do not want to miss ;)

[JCapelo]

its always been a huge bmw gathering....but i think this year its gonna be all german cars..

last year we had what 150-200 bmws?

[chris]

that sounds so f***ing bad*ss!!! dude, this is gonna be hot!!! i can't wait. Maybe we can bring in a large BMW dealership to help sponsor the event!!! I'm sure with this much going on they would be more than happy to plaster their name on it for a few bucks.

[TheDarkSide]

Keith's power will surprise you ;)

[E31]

Chris, go if you can..I'll make it as well.

[Panzer_M]

its always been a huge bmw gathering....but i think this year its gonna be all german cars..

last year we had what 150-200 bmws?

120-130, I helped tag 'em for the raffle last year.

IIRC Gooten from 318ti.org drove down from North Carolina for the event in his black 318ti.

[JCapelo]

120-130, I helped tag 'em for the raffle last year.

IIRC Gooten from 318ti.org drove down from North Carolina for the event in his black 318ti.


well not to mention the people that came for 5 mins and left of the people that got there early then left or came after the raffle tickets ect..

either way it was a rough estimate :cheers:

but there were a few companys there sponsering the event!

this year it will be even betteer:alright:

[VooDoo]

i will try to make it if im allowed :thumbd: but we shall see. Final date and location?