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 Jul 12 2004, 10:57 PM
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Really Old Corner Carver  Group: Advanced Member Posts: 1,209 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Atlanta Ga Member No.: 21  |
As some of you might have read, I have to bring Matthew up to Boston for the next round of the Red Bull Driver Search the first week of August. Obviously, this wasn't in my budget. I've been checking on places to stay near the Boston F1 Outdoor track near East Bridgewater. Damn hotels up in that area are EXPENSIVE, somewhere between $130-150 a night.
Is there anyone on this board that might live fairly close to there that might have a room for Matthew and I to lay our heads for 3-4 nights??? I feel like a bum asking but it's really going to put a crimp in the budget (credit card) that I really can't afford to make right now. Of course, I can't afford to not let him go for this chance of a lifetime either. Either way I'm heading up there even if I have to bite the bullet but I just thought I'd ask anyway. OR.... If you know of a reasonable hotel fairly close to there, that would help too. Anything to save me a little money would be greatly appreciated. Thanks |
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Jul 13 2004, 12:55 AM
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No El-Use-O. Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,368 Joined: 27-December 03 From: SW Michigan Member No.: 52 |
Hopefully Steve someone bucks up and helps you out.
If not consider that for barely more than the cost of 1 night at a hotel you could buy camping equipment, find a camp ground, and have a hell of alot of fun. And he would probably have even more fun. I can't wait until I can take my son camping. I don't think my father realizes how great that was to us. |
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Jul 13 2004, 01:27 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 461 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Orlando, FL Member No.: 34 |
I think we as a group should in a way sponsor this young hopeful. I'm willing to make a donation to this worthy cause although I know that's not what you were looking for. I mean no disrespect in this offer Steve just an jesture of help for an obviously talented young driver. This is just a thought and if I'm off base with this then I'm sorry but I look forward to everyones responses.
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Jul 13 2004, 01:32 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 697 Joined: 25-December 03 From: Athens, GA Member No.: 45 |
hell yeah ill donate something. good idea Jeff. let me know how i can help steve, youve helped me so much. let us know please
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Jul 13 2004, 01:46 AM
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Really Old Corner Carver Group: Advanced Member Posts: 1,209 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Atlanta Ga Member No.: 21 |
Trust me, I don't take that wrong at all!!! (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Hey, it's tough being a single dad!!! I'll be the first to admit it. Now I can honestly say I know what it must be like being a single mom with kids. I thought about the camping part, we've camped out before... and it's still being considered. I just figured it would be helpfull for him to get a good nights rest so he could be fresh for 9-5 for three days. I've never driven a Rotax kart but I can imagine what it must be like. I took a karting school with Matthew for 4 or 5 hours and it will flat wear you out. I appreciate you help. I've already decided to NOT rent a car and drive my own. That will save $200. I've found a friend in Virginia to stay with going up and hopefully have a place lined up coming back... not too sure about that one yet. Red Bull pays us $250 once we get there. |
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Jul 13 2004, 02:51 AM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,766 Joined: 10-April 04 From: New Orleans, LA Member No.: 303 |
Well, Steve, I may be able to help. After all, I work for the Ritz-Carlton, which is owned by Marriott. I can (and will) be glad to see what we have in the area for you. Typically, if the hotel is not overly busy, I can get a Friends Rate at a Marriott for between $39 and $79. I will see what I can do for you and Matthew (after all, he and I have the same name - I gotta help if I can!). I'll PM or e-mail you with what I find..
I forgot to ask, what nights do you need? Also, where is the venue so I can try to find something close? |
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Jul 13 2004, 04:02 AM
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Insert catch phrase here Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,098 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Michigan Member No.: 20 |
One of our members does live in Boston. I remember he worked at a restaurant and had gone to Boston F1 at least a few times. I can't remember his screen name though.
I did a search on expedia.com for East Bridgewater, MA and it didn't find the city. Perhaps if you give an address for Boston F1 some people can help you do a search. If you can find a Motel 6 or Super 8 I usually find they are decent and cheap places to stay. Of course Marriott's are a good step up. |
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Jul 13 2004, 04:04 AM
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North of the border Group: Admin Posts: 2,307 Joined: 4-February 04 From: Montreal, CANADA Member No.: 177 |
Jeff97FST/A is from Boston:
http://frrax.com/rrforum/index.php?act=Pro...&CODE=03&MID=32 |
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Jul 13 2004, 09:32 AM
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Really Old Corner Carver Group: Advanced Member Posts: 1,209 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Atlanta Ga Member No.: 21 |
We should be arriving on Monday evening, August 2 and we stay through Thursday night.
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Jul 13 2004, 10:09 AM
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Really Old Corner Carver Group: Advanced Member Posts: 1,209 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Atlanta Ga Member No.: 21 |
I forgot to tell you all...
Matthew drove his second autocross on Sunday and PAX'D first again out of 215 drivers!!!! He also had FTD... These are the PAX times...look who he beat: 1. 71/FJ4 MATTHEW BRUECK 97 MARG KART (0.834) 38.783 2. 129/ESP TOM PULLIAM 00 CHEV CAMARO (0.824) 39.002 3. 40/BS ROB FALKNER 04 MAZD MS (0.826) 39.049 4. 29/ESP STEVE WATERS 00 CHEV camaro (0.824) 39.218 5. 67/CSP C. HEATH MCMILLAN 85 HOND CRX (0.837) 39.337 6. 7/SS PAUL BARROS 01 CORV Z06 (0.836) 39.431 7. 99/GS ROBERT CARPENTER 01 TOYO CELICA (0.781) 39.458 8. 110/STS RYAN THOMPSON 89 HOND CIVIC SI (0.791) 39.509 9. 74/ESP STEVE BRUECK 94 CHEV CAMARO Z28 (0.824) 39.598 10. 53/ES MICHAEL PLUMER 93 MAZD MIATA (0.804) 39.628 11. 66/SM2 BEN THATCHER 86 CHEV CORVETTE (0.849) 39.634 12. 10/STS CASEY HANNAN 89 HOND CIVIC (0.791) 39.635 13. 34/HS KENNETH ST.PIERRE 84 HOND CRX (0.776) 39.913 14. 99/DS AL ABERSON 01 LEXU IS300 (0.794) 40.027 15. 53/SM2 RUSSELL MONKS 94 CHEV CORVETTE (0.849) 40.090 16. 21/ST2 JONATHAN ROBERTS 90 MAZD MIATA (0.810) 40.123 17. 114/SM MARC OSGOOD 90 HOND CIVIC (0.838) 40.270 18. 18/DP DUANE DUNHAM 64 TRIU SPITFIRE (0.844) 40.455 19. 34/FJ2 AARON WATERS 96 GO K GO KART (0.792) 40.479 20. 154/ES JAY PARCON 93 TOYO MR2 (0.804) 40.485 All the guys in bold are either national champions and/or Evolution instructors. Ryan is a two time finalist in the Mazda Rev It Up. There are others in that group that have placed VERY high at the nationals. Michael Plumer was the National Solo Rookie of the Year a few years back, Ben Thatcher has come close, Al Aberson, Steve Waters, Duane Dunham and Jay Paron, all EXCELLENT drivers have ended up in or near the trophies at the Nationals. Unbelievable... |
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Jul 13 2004, 11:53 AM
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Mr. 3rd Place Group: Advanced Members Posts: 537 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Rindge, NH Member No.: 32 |
I've PM'd Steve on it...
F1 outdoors is 31 miles from me. Good thing the event is after the Democratic National Convention - that's shaping up to be a traffic nightmare with major road closures... F1 Directions I'm in Belmont, just outside Boston. We don't have the best accomodations, plus two cats and a dog to contend with. Gotta talk it over with the wife. With our conflicting schedules, I'll get a chance to talk with her tonight. Steve, PM me with your phone number, I'll give you a call today or tomorrow... |
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Jul 13 2004, 12:55 PM
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Nothing says 'I love you.' like a box of Hydroshoks Group: Moderators Posts: 5,284 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Granbury, TX Member No.: 4 |
This is great stuff ...
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Jul 13 2004, 01:06 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 438 Joined: 1-January 04 From: BOS Member No.: 85 |
Steve,
Sent you a PM. -John |
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Jul 13 2004, 03:21 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 902 Joined: 27-January 04 From: Magnolia, Tx. Member No.: 160 |
I have one or two friends in Boston that we can tap into if needed. Not as good as staying directly w/a FRRAXer, but better than paying (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/cool.gif)
How cool! |
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Jul 13 2004, 07:25 PM
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Really Old Corner Carver Group: Advanced Member Posts: 1,209 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Atlanta Ga Member No.: 21 |
Got a room!!!!! Thanks to 00 Trans Am!!!!!! It's only 22 miles from the F1 Outdoor track too!!
You guys are great!! |
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Jul 13 2004, 07:32 PM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
Very cool!
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Jul 13 2004, 07:37 PM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,766 Joined: 10-April 04 From: New Orleans, LA Member No.: 303 |
Anytime, Steve! I really hope that your son does well.
In fact, we should get a group of us together to go heckle the others! Maybe slip some sugar in their gas tanks! (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif) Seriously, if anyone else is going to be travelling, let me know. I can usually find something in or near most locations, for around $50-$75. Not always, but more often than not. |
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Jul 13 2004, 07:58 PM
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Mr. 3rd Place Group: Advanced Members Posts: 537 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Rindge, NH Member No.: 32 |
Great to hear, Steve. You're probably better off staying down on the South Shore - traffic in and around the city can be a bear...
All you Boston area folk - maybe we can all get together with Steve and Matt when they come up for a little story telling.... |
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Jul 13 2004, 09:53 PM
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Really Old Corner Carver Group: Advanced Member Posts: 1,209 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Atlanta Ga Member No.: 21 |
We'll be staying at the Fairfield Inn in Dedham. Here's the link:
http://marriott.com/property/propertyPage/BOSDH So if anyone is going to be around in the evenings, let us know or if you can make it out to watch, come out for that too. It's August 3-5 from 9-5 each day at the F1 Outdoor Track . I'm taking my laptop with me and there is high speed internet access in the rooms so I'll try to post pictures etc. every evening. I think I'm as excited about it as he is!!! I tell you all how great everyone has been! It's been great knowing that when you need some help, there are people out there that care. After it's all said and done, I'll be sending out many thanks and acknowledgements for everyone that's helped. Thanks again!!! |
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Jul 14 2004, 12:53 PM
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Really Old Corner Carver Group: Advanced Member Posts: 1,209 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Atlanta Ga Member No.: 21 |
I just found out that Matthew was turning between 13,700 to 14,500 rpm in the kart the other day. That equates to 65-70 mph!! That's what you call flyin'!!!!
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