Yorkshire Hoon/Meet - Location/Date/Time Updated
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never mind the route so will represent the tail and follow t'others!! 
PLEASE READ! VERY IMPORTANT RULES FOR THE DAY! THESE MUST BE READ!
R.O Detailing endorses safe driving in all our events. We are careful to plan trips that adhere to proper safe driving guidelines and the enjoyment of our trips. We encourage all our members to drive safely. Members are responsible for their own road safety on trips by obeying the driving laws of our country or the region we take our trips in. You as a licensed driver in your car carry the responsibility to obey all local traffic laws.
Below you will find a set of guidelines called Road Rules that we recommend for our outings and day trips, since traveling as large groups of enthusiasts to a destination can be a challenge.
Road Rules - Tips for Safe Driving during a club drive
One of the most enjoyable aspects of driving together in a group or caravan. The following is a simple set of Rules and Guidelines that will ENSURE a FUN and SAFE TOUR.
Remember the basics - Vision and Control
It is important on a group drive to keep your vision up and ahead. It is all too easy to end up just watching the car in front of you instead of looking ahead to see where the road is going and what lies ahead in traffic.
A group of just 20 cars can stretch over 1-2 miles of road. If the group is too large, divide into 2 or more groups of 10 or less if possible, each with a Head or Lead car (Engine) and a Tail (Sweep or Caboose) that have CB radios. All other cars with CBs should be interspersed within the group. At no time should any car pass the whole group to reposition to a forward position. This is a caravan NOT a RACE to see who can drive the fastest.
The group will travel in the middle lane or the LEFT lane on a road or motorway so as not to obstruct the flow of traffic.
Use the 3-SECOND RULE to maintain adequate separation and the 4-SECOND RULE when conditions indicate caution. For the 3-SECOND RULE, note a point on the road ahead. When the car in front of you passes it, begin counting "one thousand one, one thousand two, one thousand three." If you are maintaining a good interval, you will pass the same point on or after you say "three" and "four" when the going gets tough.
Drive with your RUNNING LIGHTS on for safety and identification.
When traveling though congested areas, parts of the group may become separated. The Lead car, through radio communication, can elect to slow down to let the group catch up, use the BREADCRUMB technique where the last car in the main group stops and waits for the trailing group to reach that point, or stop and pull off the road to regroup.
To REGROUP, the Lead car will look for a shoulder space with adequate clearance for the entire group to pull over. As you come to a stop, TURN YOUR WHEELS toward the road. DO NOT turn off your car or get out of the car. When the Lead and Tail decide the road is clear, the last car will pull out and BLOCK and the group will pull onto the roadway at the SAME TIME. This is why you turn your wheels TOWARD the road when you stop.
When parking in business car parks, pull to the FARTHEST open spot and park HEAD IN in order to get the group safely off the road.
Safety First
It is very difficult to keep a group together in heavy traffic, congested areas, and on major highways. Plan to regroup when that part of the trip is over. Most drives are planned with re-grouping stops along the route.
Be aware of the NO ZONE, the large areas of restricted visibility around large trucks, semi-tractor trailers and buses.
Pass only when legal and safe. Do not pass on double white lines or curves.
If a member of the group wants to pass you - let them, however passing within the club group of cars should not be necessary and is not recommended.
Speed
Stay within the posted speed limits. Our trips are planned to be driven and enjoyed at posted legal speed limits. There is no need to rush or speed to keep up with the lead car or cars ahead of you if you get separated in traffic.
The Lead car will set the pace for the group but it is each drivers responsibility to keep the car behind him or her in sight.
Radios
Use of a CB radio is helpful in maintaining contact in the driving group. This keeps you in touch with the lead car and is a fun way to communicate during the drive. Always be careful using a CB Radio while driving, don't let the radio be a distraction to you while driving.
General Guidelines
Use common sense, be COURTEOUS and follow the law.
Arrive at the starting point on time, with a full tank of petrol and some change for the parking meter.
Be ready to leave on time. Listen carefully at the Drivers Meeting to the description of the route and safety precautions.
Advise the Event Coordinator if you are going to meet the group along the route or leave before the end of the tour.
Always drive within your personal limitations. You have be provided with directions, rest stops and destinations, should you have to leave the group.
If you need to pull over and do not have a radio, do so and turn on your flashers, the Tail or Sweep car will stop behind you.
Tips for the Day of the Event
The Event Coordinator is most often, but not always, the Lead car.
make sure each driver and passenger signs an insurance waiver if applicable, and have a short Drivers Meeting to explain the route and go over safety precautions.
If there are more than 20 cars on the event, try and break up into two or more groups.
Have one or more additional drivers know the route.
Allow for frequent rest stops and avoid rest areas or stops which require the group to cross oncoming traffic. Be aware of changing weather and road conditions and provide for extra stops if necessary.
The Tail or Sweep car must stay in frequent contact with the Lead car in congested areas and let the Lead know when all cars have cleared a controlled intersection, as well as advise the Lead if the pace is too fast or too slow.
Do no pass a car that has pulled over unless they have told you they are dropping out or wave you by.
Be courteous, respectful, and most of all, have a good, SAFE, time.
R.O Detailing endorses safe driving in all our events. We are careful to plan trips that adhere to proper safe driving guidelines and the enjoyment of our trips. We encourage all our members to drive safely. Members are responsible for their own road safety on trips by obeying the driving laws of our country or the region we take our trips in. You as a licensed driver in your car carry the responsibility to obey all local traffic laws.
Below you will find a set of guidelines called Road Rules that we recommend for our outings and day trips, since traveling as large groups of enthusiasts to a destination can be a challenge.
Road Rules - Tips for Safe Driving during a club drive
One of the most enjoyable aspects of driving together in a group or caravan. The following is a simple set of Rules and Guidelines that will ENSURE a FUN and SAFE TOUR.
Remember the basics - Vision and Control
It is important on a group drive to keep your vision up and ahead. It is all too easy to end up just watching the car in front of you instead of looking ahead to see where the road is going and what lies ahead in traffic.
A group of just 20 cars can stretch over 1-2 miles of road. If the group is too large, divide into 2 or more groups of 10 or less if possible, each with a Head or Lead car (Engine) and a Tail (Sweep or Caboose) that have CB radios. All other cars with CBs should be interspersed within the group. At no time should any car pass the whole group to reposition to a forward position. This is a caravan NOT a RACE to see who can drive the fastest.
The group will travel in the middle lane or the LEFT lane on a road or motorway so as not to obstruct the flow of traffic.
Use the 3-SECOND RULE to maintain adequate separation and the 4-SECOND RULE when conditions indicate caution. For the 3-SECOND RULE, note a point on the road ahead. When the car in front of you passes it, begin counting "one thousand one, one thousand two, one thousand three." If you are maintaining a good interval, you will pass the same point on or after you say "three" and "four" when the going gets tough.
Drive with your RUNNING LIGHTS on for safety and identification.
When traveling though congested areas, parts of the group may become separated. The Lead car, through radio communication, can elect to slow down to let the group catch up, use the BREADCRUMB technique where the last car in the main group stops and waits for the trailing group to reach that point, or stop and pull off the road to regroup.
To REGROUP, the Lead car will look for a shoulder space with adequate clearance for the entire group to pull over. As you come to a stop, TURN YOUR WHEELS toward the road. DO NOT turn off your car or get out of the car. When the Lead and Tail decide the road is clear, the last car will pull out and BLOCK and the group will pull onto the roadway at the SAME TIME. This is why you turn your wheels TOWARD the road when you stop.
When parking in business car parks, pull to the FARTHEST open spot and park HEAD IN in order to get the group safely off the road.
Safety First
It is very difficult to keep a group together in heavy traffic, congested areas, and on major highways. Plan to regroup when that part of the trip is over. Most drives are planned with re-grouping stops along the route.
Be aware of the NO ZONE, the large areas of restricted visibility around large trucks, semi-tractor trailers and buses.
Pass only when legal and safe. Do not pass on double white lines or curves.
If a member of the group wants to pass you - let them, however passing within the club group of cars should not be necessary and is not recommended.
Speed
Stay within the posted speed limits. Our trips are planned to be driven and enjoyed at posted legal speed limits. There is no need to rush or speed to keep up with the lead car or cars ahead of you if you get separated in traffic.
The Lead car will set the pace for the group but it is each drivers responsibility to keep the car behind him or her in sight.
Radios
Use of a CB radio is helpful in maintaining contact in the driving group. This keeps you in touch with the lead car and is a fun way to communicate during the drive. Always be careful using a CB Radio while driving, don't let the radio be a distraction to you while driving.
General Guidelines
Use common sense, be COURTEOUS and follow the law.
Arrive at the starting point on time, with a full tank of petrol and some change for the parking meter.
Be ready to leave on time. Listen carefully at the Drivers Meeting to the description of the route and safety precautions.
Advise the Event Coordinator if you are going to meet the group along the route or leave before the end of the tour.
Always drive within your personal limitations. You have be provided with directions, rest stops and destinations, should you have to leave the group.
If you need to pull over and do not have a radio, do so and turn on your flashers, the Tail or Sweep car will stop behind you.
Tips for the Day of the Event
The Event Coordinator is most often, but not always, the Lead car.
make sure each driver and passenger signs an insurance waiver if applicable, and have a short Drivers Meeting to explain the route and go over safety precautions.
If there are more than 20 cars on the event, try and break up into two or more groups.
Have one or more additional drivers know the route.
Allow for frequent rest stops and avoid rest areas or stops which require the group to cross oncoming traffic. Be aware of changing weather and road conditions and provide for extra stops if necessary.
The Tail or Sweep car must stay in frequent contact with the Lead car in congested areas and let the Lead know when all cars have cleared a controlled intersection, as well as advise the Lead if the pace is too fast or too slow.
Do no pass a car that has pulled over unless they have told you they are dropping out or wave you by.
Be courteous, respectful, and most of all, have a good, SAFE, time.
Nice route / almost mirrors this years opening stage of the Tour de France ( yep in yorkshire :roll: ) http://letour.yorkshire.com/stage-1
What timescale have you in mind for Start-Finish ?
10am Saturday morning Skipton car park with over 20 motors could be an interesting departure 8)
Over the Blubberhouses to Pateley bridge / is the route clockwise from there ? May still be up for at least part of this outing
PS / 1st Feb in the dales
at least i won,t be rear wheel driving 
What timescale have you in mind for Start-Finish ?
10am Saturday morning Skipton car park with over 20 motors could be an interesting departure 8)
Over the Blubberhouses to Pateley bridge / is the route clockwise from there ? May still be up for at least part of this outing
PS / 1st Feb in the dales
at least i won,t be rear wheel driving
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Nova2k7 said:
Oh dear, apologies. Count me out.
:?El Taco said:
To counter El Taco, I think the Rules Listing is both well written and necessary, at least from a legal point of view.
I think it was July 12 and I came across my first Z4 tour (pre ownership) in the Lakes. We were walking on the outskirts of Kendall or Keswick and along came a cluster of Z4 convertibles and Coupe's - there was a lot - and I commented how good it was to see them being driven considerately, spaced and if I recall in two or even three groups.
In numbers it would be very easy to get too much attention and even complaint if the rules above we're not taken into account. By publishing them it is certainly most worthwhile and might even be valuable if others were to look into the tour for whatever reason.
Enjoyment yes, safely and considerately yes. There will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy the drive and the day. Rules Listing no brainier really.
I think it was July 12 and I came across my first Z4 tour (pre ownership) in the Lakes. We were walking on the outskirts of Kendall or Keswick and along came a cluster of Z4 convertibles and Coupe's - there was a lot - and I commented how good it was to see them being driven considerately, spaced and if I recall in two or even three groups.
In numbers it would be very easy to get too much attention and even complaint if the rules above we're not taken into account. By publishing them it is certainly most worthwhile and might even be valuable if others were to look into the tour for whatever reason.
Enjoyment yes, safely and considerately yes. There will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy the drive and the day. Rules Listing no brainier really.
mr wilks said:Nova2k7 said:mr wilks said:I,m not a facebooker as it clashes with my misanthropy but will follow this thread with interest & monitor the route / if at all possible i may jump in at some point along the route
Great! The start point will most likely be at the black horse in Skipton!
Know it well ,
if you could somehow manage to end up at the chippy in Hebden Bridge ( near the ducks & fudge shop) that would be great
Or the cafe in Gargrave with the ice cream
Shame the White Lion Chippy isn't open anymore as that was the best
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markeg said:El Taco is a one post wonder, joined on 5th Jan. Nice to see the rules posting here Nova! Would have loved to come on this, but wrong weekend for me
Don't worry. First post and last
Apart from this one
El Taco said:markeg said:El Taco is a one post wonder, joined on 5th Jan. Nice to see the rules posting here Nova! Would have loved to come on this, but wrong weekend for me
Don't worry. First post and last
Apart from this one
Don't let the door hit your ass on the way out
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markeg said:El Taco said:markeg said:El Taco is a one post wonder, joined on 5th Jan. Nice to see the rules posting here Nova! Would have loved to come on this, but wrong weekend for me
Don't worry. First post and last
Apart from this one
Don't let the door hit your ass on the way out
I'm sure I wouln't. Could a moderator or an admin delete my account please
Don't worry. First post and last
Apart from this one[/quote]
Don't let the door hit your ass on the way out[/quote]
I'm sure I wouln't. Could a moderator or an admin delete my account please[/quote]
Why would you leave a great forum because of someone posting driving safety tips just don't go on the run :?
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Apart from this one
[/quote]Don't let the door hit your ass on the way out
[/quote]I'm sure I wouln't. Could a moderator or an admin delete my account please[/quote]
Why would you leave a great forum because of someone posting driving safety tips just don't go on the run :?
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Saw a Dennis fire engine this morning with blue lights on - thought he may have been on his way to El Taco as he's been shot down in flames here. Best idea is simply not to come or come along, take note of the protocol and enjoy the day? Shame to lose a new member as a great forum, coming from a new member.....
Worth a review before the door closes?
Worth a review before the door closes?
Bradders75
Senior member
El Taco = Corsa owner. :wink: