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Kracka Jun 10, 2013 05:40 AM

3rd annual NTEC Shreveport Cruise - August 17-18, 2013
 
Dates: Saturday, August 17th through Sunday, August 18th
Meeting Time: 8:00AM
Meeting Location: Einstein Bagels - Dallas, TX
Destination:
Total Distance: ~575 miles (roundtrip)

Hotel: http://www.samstownshreveport.com/
Sam's Town Hotel & Casino on the Downtown Riverfront will be the official NTEC hotel. Room prices are $133/night for up to 4 people if you book using Expedia's mobile website ($166 elsewhere). We'll have tons of fun as a group Saturday night; first dinner at a very good Cajun restaurant, then drinking/gaming in the casinos and other local establishments within walking distance, and meet back up Sunday morning for breakfast/brunch before heading home.

*edit*
The room is now $160 on the mobile site, and $200 elsewhere. It pays to book early!

The exact route is going to remain private to prevent law enforcement from staking it out (yes, it's happened). Maps of the exact route will be provided to all drivers the morning of the cruise; this will ensure everyone knows exactly where we're going just in case the group happens to get separated. We will make regrouping stops as required to keep everyone together though and we have a BBQ lunch spot about halfway through. It should be a very fun and scenic route taking us through three national forests! Sunday morning will be an easy < 3 hour drive home on Hwy 20.

Unfortunately E85 stations will not be available outside DFW until Shreveport/Bossier City, LA so please make alternate arrangements whether it be carrying spare jugs in your trunk or switching over to a pump gas tune when needed. If you're tuned on E85 please make sure to have the appropriate tune or OTS map loaded into your Accessport or laptop so you can switch over quickly at a gas station.

Everyone is welcome to join so please feel free to bring your spouse, kids, friends, etc! I hope to see all the regulars plus some new faces :mitsu:


1. Kracka +Julie (Sam's Town booked)
2. Supraboy +Kelly (Sam's Town booked)
3. Prickuliar + Jennifer (Sam's Town booked)
4. Rmondoh + Sam (Sam's Town booked)
5. spooln3 + Danada (Sam's Town booked)
6. Tundra (Sam's Town booked)
7. Merlion + Michelle (Sam's Town booked)
8. WalkerD +1 (Sam's Town booked)

Kracka Jun 11, 2013 11:40 AM

Well, because I just can't leave well enough alone, I have made a few changes to the last Shreveport route which should include some really fun looking roads that we haven't hit before, while still keeping the group favorites in place! Total round-trip mileage will now be ~575 miles; the cruise route will be 386 of those.

rmondoh Jun 12, 2013 10:02 PM

I'm excited that everything worked out so that both Sam and I will be able to fully attend! (unlike the first year where we only went to lunch and came back)

Kracka Jun 13, 2013 05:34 AM


Originally Posted by rmondoh (Post 10845783)
I'm excited that everything worked out so that both Sam and I will be able to fully attend! (unlike the first year where we only went to lunch and came back)

Not only will this year's morning route be WAY better than 2011's, but the afternoon route is really what makes this cruise worth it!

spooln3 Jun 21, 2013 07:03 AM

I believe Danada and I will be attending this, will try to get this booked today as well. Looking forward to the drive and good times with some good people. :)

Kracka Jun 21, 2013 07:16 AM

Awesome! Will you be bringing both cars or just one? I'm really glad you guys are able to make it, you'll have a blast :D

1. Kracka +Julie (Sam's Town booked)
2. Supraboy +Kelly (Sam's Town booked)
3. Prickuliar + Jennifer (Sam's Town booked)
4. Rmondoh + Sam (Sam's Town booked)
5. spooln3 + Danada (Sam's Town booked)

spooln3 Jun 21, 2013 07:24 AM

Both cars, question tho, is anyone else bringing their children? Just wondering if we should leave them at home or if they should come along. :)

spooln3 Jun 21, 2013 08:16 AM

Sams Town booked for us! :)

Kracka Jun 21, 2013 08:26 AM


Originally Posted by spooln3 (Post 10856579)
Both cars, question tho, is anyone else bringing their children? Just wondering if we should leave them at home or if they should come along. :)

Children have never come in the past but are welcome to join, just realize they may cut down on your evening fun since they can't go into the casino!

Kracka Jun 21, 2013 08:27 AM


Originally Posted by spooln3 (Post 10856630)
Sams Town booked for us! :)

1. Kracka +Julie (Sam's Town booked)
2. Supraboy +Kelly (Sam's Town booked)
3. Prickuliar + Jennifer (Sam's Town booked)
4. Rmondoh + Sam (Sam's Town booked)
5. spooln3 + Danada (Sam's Town booked)

spooln3 Jun 21, 2013 04:05 PM


Originally Posted by Kracka (Post 10856648)
Children have never come in the past but are welcome to join, just realize they may cut down on your evening fun since they can't go into the casino!

Ya, we kind of figured that. Its better that we have some adult time anyway, its good for the soul, and relationships. :) I'm super stoked to go to this, can't wait.

Kracka Jun 24, 2013 06:29 AM

Sounds like Laramie and Tara will be joining us too! I'll await their confirmation here to add them to the list :)

Supraboy1 Jun 25, 2013 05:53 AM


Originally Posted by spooln3 (Post 10857325)
Ya, we kind of figured that. Its better that we have some adult time anyway, its good for the soul, and relationships. :) I'm super stoked to go to this, can't wait.

Your doing it all wrong... you go to the store and pick up a 2 liter of coke, and a package of oreos. Lock the kids of the closet... trust me they will be fine for 2 days...


Originally Posted by Kracka (Post 10859647)
Sounds like Laramie and Tara will be joining us too! I'll await their confirmation here to add them to the list :)

And Andrew Acree too.. Cruise could turn into 10 plus cars... Very nice. Also a Maybe on Matt Campbell.

Kracka Jun 25, 2013 05:55 AM

As soon as people post their confirmation here I'll get them added to the list!

Supraboy1 Jun 25, 2013 05:59 AM

Small Maybe for Russ+1 and Walker just confirmed +1

Tundra Jun 25, 2013 11:33 AM

I'm in Sam's Town Booked

Kracka Jun 25, 2013 12:24 PM


Originally Posted by Tundra (Post 10861559)
I'm in Sam's Town Booked

{thumbup}

1. Kracka +Julie (Sam's Town booked)
2. Supraboy +Kelly (Sam's Town booked)
3. Prickuliar + Jennifer (Sam's Town booked)
4. Rmondoh + Sam (Sam's Town booked)
5. spooln3 + Danada (Sam's Town booked)
6. Tundra (Sam's Town booked)

Merlion Jun 25, 2013 08:21 PM

Merlion + Michelle(Sam's Town booked)

Kracka Jun 26, 2013 05:55 AM

Glad to have you aboard!

1. Kracka +Julie (Sam's Town booked)
2. Supraboy +Kelly (Sam's Town booked)
3. Prickuliar + Jennifer (Sam's Town booked)
4. Rmondoh + Sam (Sam's Town booked)
5. spooln3 + Danada (Sam's Town booked)
6. Tundra (Sam's Town booked)
7. Merlion + Michelle (Sam's Town booked)

Supraboy1 Jun 26, 2013 07:26 AM

We taking all the new peeps to Nicky's???

Kracka Jun 26, 2013 07:54 AM

I'm pretty sure that's a requirement :lol:

Kracka Jul 10, 2013 11:48 AM

I just checked and the Expedia mobile site is still offering the Sam's Town rooms for only $133/night, it's $166 anywhere else!

Kracka Aug 5, 2013 11:24 AM

Bump for next week, this summer is flying by!

laramie_05MR Aug 6, 2013 07:51 AM

As of last Saturday the hotel is full.

Kracka Aug 6, 2013 08:22 AM

Expedia still has rooms left for Sam's Town ($213 if you use Expedia's mobile site)! This room is also available on Sam's Town and Expedia's normal websites for $266, so book using your phone's browser :)

Kracka Aug 7, 2013 08:11 AM

I'm working on the map packets now! Anyone else want to join us? I'm guessing we're at about 10 cars so far.

Kracka Aug 7, 2013 12:08 PM

The map packets are DONE! If you are attending, and would like to see it so you can study it and print your own, please message me with your email address :)

Kracka Aug 8, 2013 11:14 AM

I've gotten a few questions lately, but you can use their mobile site rather than downloading the app!

jeffbeagley Aug 8, 2013 11:32 AM

I'll probably meet you all in Tyler or so. I suppose I'll have to be in contact with someone so I can meet up.

Kracka Aug 8, 2013 11:36 AM


Originally Posted by jeffbeagley (Post 10915421)
I'll probably meet you all in Tyler or so. I suppose I'll have to be in contact with someone so I can meet up.

Sounds awesome, I've set you the packet so you can check out the route and decide where the best spot to meet us will be.

I'll also PM you my number now so we can coordinate.

jeffbeagley Aug 8, 2013 11:38 AM


Originally Posted by Kracka (Post 10915428)
Sounds awesome, I've set you the packet so you can check out the route and decide where the best spot to meet us will be.

I'll also PM you my number now so we can coordinate.

Perfect :beer:

Kracka Aug 12, 2013 05:26 AM

Bump for only a few days away at this point! Please get your last-minute maintenance done sooner rather than later [cough cough Rmondoh!!!] :)

If you'd like an advance copy of the map packet please PM me your email address!

Kracka Aug 12, 2013 12:25 PM

Sam's Town is now $160 if you book with Expedia's mobile website.

Kracka Aug 15, 2013 11:34 AM

Pre-cruise checklist:
1. check engine oil level
2. check coolant reservoir level
3. check washer fluid reservoir level
4. set proper tire pressure
5. verify all lights & signals are working
6. pack Accessport/laptop+Tactrix
7. check brake fluid reservoir level
8. check tire tread depths
9. check brake pad thickness


The less problems we have on the road, the more fun we'll all have!

Supraboy1 Aug 15, 2013 12:41 PM


Originally Posted by Kracka (Post 10923303)
Pre-cruise checklist:
1. check engine oil level
2. check coolant reservoir level
3. check washer fluid reservoir level
4. set proper tire pressure
5. verify all lights & signals are working
6. pack Accessport/laptop+Tactrix
7. check brake fluid reservoir level
8. check tire tread depths
9. check brake pad thickness


The less problems we have on the road, the more fun we'll all have!

Awesome Chris!

Supraboy1 Aug 15, 2013 12:43 PM

I will bring walkie-talkies so some of us will be able to communicate between cars on the trip

Kracka Aug 16, 2013 08:23 AM


1. Kracka +Julie (Sam's Town booked)
2. Supraboy +Kelly (Sam's Town booked)
3. Prickuliar + Jennifer (Sam's Town booked)
4. Rmondoh + Sam (Sam's Town booked)
5. spooln3 + Danada (Sam's Town booked)
6. Tundra (Sam's Town booked)
7. Merlion + Michelle (Sam's Town booked)
8. WalkerD +1 (Sam's Town booked)

spooln3 Aug 17, 2013 06:03 AM

Hey guys so sorry for the late notice. Dana andi have to cancel. I just got back in town from a business trip and we had to push our daughters birthday party out to this weekend. Have fun and be safe.

Kracka Aug 17, 2013 06:33 AM

Thanks for letting us know.

jeffbeagley Aug 17, 2013 01:11 PM

Sorry I couldn't make it. Toasted my clutch at the drag strip last night lol. Still managed to pull off a 11.6@121. Hope you all have a safe cruise.

Kracka Aug 17, 2013 03:14 PM

Awesome route and a great lunch...what a blast! Room 1112 for blueberry 'shine, then lobby lounge at 6-6:30 before dinner!

Kracka Aug 18, 2013 02:12 PM

Great trip, it was good seeing everyone and I hope you all enjoyed it! I think I'll reuse that exact same route for next year...definitely the best of the three we've done! Lunch & dinner were both a success too!

Supraboy1 Aug 19, 2013 02:28 AM


Originally Posted by Kracka (Post 10926056)
Great trip, it was good seeing everyone and I hope you all enjoyed it! I think I'll reuse that exact same route for next year...definitely the best of the three we've done! Lunch & dinner were both a success too!

^^This. Weather was perfect. Started out at 69 degrees and never got warmer than about 85. The GT-R got to stretch its legs and as usual the food was great.

Supraboy1 Aug 19, 2013 02:29 AM

More people should be attending...Its a great weekend getaway, its cheap and I won $1400 bucks!!

Kracka Aug 19, 2013 05:22 AM


Originally Posted by Supraboy1 (Post 10926530)
The GT-R got to stretch its legs and as usual the food was great.

That it did! We all had some awesome highway pulls!

walkerkd Aug 19, 2013 10:37 AM

Sounds like yall had a great time. Had Grandson surprise with a visit so cars are grandson.. well we know who won that race! haa haa..


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