Meet in July

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Tue May 13, 2003 12:15 am

Alright people lets get the ball rolling here. if we start now by picking a date. the sooner we get this started the more time we all have to try and get more vibe's (and I guess a couple matrix) plus we may be able to get some interesting things. I know a few people at GM that could possibly pull some strings to get us some goods for the vibe. we could turn this into an event instead of a gathering but we have to pull together for it.

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Tue May 13, 2003 12:35 am

I'm in. Tell me what to do. BIG_RED is here to help.According to the Member List, we have 90 Vibe users in Ontario (at least 90 that filled out their profile correctly). That means, that we have the opportunity to make this a really good meet if we put our heads together.

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Tue May 13, 2003 10:15 am

well I think the first thing we have to do is choose a date and a place and then from there we work like hell to get the word out

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Tue May 13, 2003 10:49 pm

Well, how about July 26th at 3 PM....at uhm....If you drive all the way down Mississauga Road in Mississauga you end up at the lake. Tons of parking....if we organize it properly, we could most likely get a cooler with some drinks in it, so that we don't have to worry about finding a Tim Horton's. Even if we don't choose this spot, a nice place by the lake with lots of parking would be great.Just an idea.

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Wed May 14, 2003 3:56 am

I was thinking around the lake too and I know several places right through to Scarborough. as for the 26th that would be fine with me but lets get some more input, lets hear what others want then we can pick a place. I'm good I will pretty well drive anywhere but others aren't as nice! heheso come on people INPUT!!!

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Wed May 14, 2003 4:36 am

I agree completely there. I was looking for more date then anything, it's going to be at the lake somewhere (well if I have my way that is) and apparently a couple others way as well

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Wed May 14, 2003 6:11 am

What about Wasaga Beach? If the Corvette Club can have it, why not the Vibe? Afterall, if no one shows up, we just lie in the sun and enjoy a warm day checking out women....uhm and Juliana you can look at your husband (hahahahahaha kidding)....but what about Wasaga Beach?

RoundUp · Post by **RoundUp** » Wed May 14, 2003 7:06 am

I should be able to make it in July too. I was sad that I didn't have my Vibe yet when you all met last weekend. The dealer said that I will definitely be getting my Vibe tomorrow. A beach would be nice, but the traffic going up to Wasaga beach can be pretty bad on a Saturday in the summer.RoundUp

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Wed May 14, 2003 7:53 am

I would have to agree with Round up on this one. don't get me wrong I love an excuse to go for a cruise in my baby! but at the same time the last time I went up there on a Saturday it took me over 3 hours! I think we should stick to the GTA and let this even grow before expanding that far. Besides going up there I might have a hard time keeping my eyes on the cars if you know what I mean! lol

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Wed May 14, 2003 11:00 pm

That is why you drive up to Wasage Beach at 8 AM. That way you get a good spot to park and it doesn't take you forever to get there. However, I agree that not everyone will be able/willing to drive all the way to Wasaga Beach. So, I will compromise and say let's not go past Oakville (to the west) and no further than Pickering (to the east) unless there is a place that just everyone must see.

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Thu May 15, 2003 12:59 am

I''m good with those terms! so far ones that I know of Pickering: Frenchmans bayScarborough: Bluffers parkToronto: Ashbridges bayToronto: Cherry Beach Don't remember many more then that. hey could always take the ferry to the island? lol

KaBoOM · Post by **KaBoOM** » Thu May 15, 2003 2:36 am

I live in Barrie and I don't want to go to Wasaga! Why don't you guys come up here? It's an easy drive up the 400, we could meet at my office which is right in the south end as you come into the city, we have a nice new parking lot with tons of space and then maybe we go for a cruise down by the lake. Takes me 30 minutes to get from the 400/407 to my office. Real easy!Thoughts?

Altus · Post by **Altus** » Thu May 15, 2003 2:43 am

Hey now... some of us are over here in the s/w end too ya know! I mean, I'd love to come and all, but Barrie might just be a bit far from London!Toronto - I can do :->GReg

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Thu May 15, 2003 5:34 am

I don't know about Barrie but I like the idea of a cruise after the meet, I think we could really turn some heads. although I have come up with a little problem here. with it being a Saturday in july all the beaches around are going to be full of people, which is fine but where are we going to park the cars?

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Thu May 15, 2003 8:35 am

True. I was thinking about your suggestions in Scarborough and Toronto and I know for a fact that those parking lots will be packed. There is no way that we can park 7 or more Vibes in a row unless we get there real early (and I mean before dawn). Even the parks in Mississauga are going to get full very quickly. However, I do agree that we should do a cruise of some sort. I mean, 7+ Vibes in a row will make people's heads turn...especially if it is a sunny day and all the cars are clean.

Gim67 · Post by **Gim67** » Thu May 15, 2003 11:18 am

Hey! Guys & Gals!! Just a thought here. How about Milton, at Kelso. There is plenty of parking, not to busy, lake to cool off, picnic area and when we are done great driving roads, if you know what I mean!!!Just something to think about. SeeYa vrrrroom

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Thu May 15, 2003 12:04 pm

It's an idea to consider.

SpeedStyleSound · Post by **SpeedStyleSound** » Thu May 15, 2003 12:21 pm

How about another suggestion - team up with the J-bodies in Ontario for the J-body Bash - they have drag racing lined up at Cayuga and a block of hotel rooms.June 6-9. Speed, Style, & Sound is planning to cover the event.http://64.91.226.139/jbodiesforum/phpBB ... m.php?f=41

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Thu May 15, 2003 12:53 pm

not a bad Idea except I really don't want my car parked beside a sunchicken or crapalier Okay so far can we agree on the 26th?? as long as that works for the most then that will be our date, now on to this little problem of finding somewhere. I know a few people that work for scarb parks and rec. I was talking to them tonight and if we come up with something soon they may be able to close off a parking lot here or there for us.. any views?

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Fri May 16, 2003 6:07 am

Sounds good to me. I have posted the meet for July at Matrix/Vibe.net. http://www.matrixvibe.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=2970 I will update it as we find out the information. I hope this works. 100 people is going to be a lot... I am counting 60 members at Matrix/Vibe.net from Ontario, but there will be some overlapping between there and this site.

rubberman · Post by **rubberman** » Fri May 16, 2003 11:50 am

I know none of you in TO cares but there a great beach down here in Cobourg with a long pier you can drive and park on with a great view of the beach and yacht club

RoundUp · Post by **RoundUp** » Fri May 16, 2003 3:56 pm

That's actually not a bad idea. Cobourg's just a little over an hour from T.O. and it's not a bad drive. I went to Rice Lake a few weekends last summer and I can't remember there being much traffic in that direction along the 401. I don't mind driving far, as long as it's not stop and go traffic. But I guess it depends on the people coming from the south west as well.

MadBill · Post by **MadBill** » Fri May 16, 2003 8:17 pm

Cobourg sounds great to me. There is a lot of great beach, plenty of parking, at least one restaraunt and I have seen several semi-car show collections of vehicles there on ocassion....

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Sat May 17, 2003 8:29 am

It is something to keep in mind.

mistamatrix · Post by **mistamatrix** » Sat May 17, 2003 12:21 pm

I am sooo there.

rubberman · Post by **rubberman** » Sat May 17, 2003 7:33 pm

Hey there lots of restaraunts,Caseys,Eastsides,Swiss Chalet,wendys,pizza hut,mcdonalds,and theres a bunch down town too.Hey they even have a Wal mart.The peir would be a great place to get pics of all the Vibes!Easy to find 401 to hwy 45 exit and head south.

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Sat May 17, 2003 9:03 pm

Finally, our first Matrix participant. Mista, you go and get as many other Matrix' that you know (i.e. from the meet you guys had last month at KC) and maybe we can get the required numbers together by the Meet date.

Zoomer · Post by **Zoomer** » Sun May 18, 2003 10:53 am

Hi all you TO Vibe owners: Big Red, thanks for the invite to your meet. We won't be able to make it, though. It would take us 2 days to drive to Toronto. We are planning to go to Winnipeg during that time anyway. I will spend my time on the lookout for Vibes (maybe I will count the number of Vibes I see on the road). All I can say is what an awesome vehicle. I love it!! So comfortable and easy to drive. TTFN

mistamatrix · Post by **mistamatrix** » Sun May 18, 2003 11:38 am

quote:Finally, our first Matrix participant. Mista, you go and get as many other Matrix' that you know (i.e. from the meet you guys had last month at KC) and maybe we can get the required numbers together by the Meet date.I'll spread the word...

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Sun May 18, 2003 11:28 pm

Okay People......If we want to have Matrix's at our meet in July, we will have to participate with one of their meets as well. MistaMatrix made me responsible for the Vibe group to attend this meet (see the information below). Please let me know ASAP if you are able to attend. Maybe we can meet before at the Tim Horton's at Weston Rd where we had our last meet and then go from there as a convoy to KC. Your thoughts please Again, we're just gonna piggyback along with the Toyota Nation meet which will occur: Saturday.May31.2003 @ 8.00pm Kennedy Commons (Kennedy/401) Hopefully, we'll get close to a dozen cars this time out.

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Mon May 19, 2003 11:25 pm

I think I should be able to make the Toyota meet. but I will be meeting you there. it's pointless for me to drive to Weston Rd and then back to Kennedy Commons I have to pass it on the way.

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Tue May 20, 2003 6:19 pm

Good. Then I can check out your PIAA headlights and see what the real difference is, since the meet will be at 8 PM. By the way, did you get replacement bulbs for your fog lights as well?

mistamatrix · Post by **mistamatrix** » Sat May 24, 2003 2:16 pm

Big Red, if it matters, I've got Silverstar bulbs in my lowbeams and Cool Blues in my fogs.

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Sat May 24, 2003 10:28 pm

Sounds like a plan.....I do have a birthday party to attend (nephew), but I will try to make it out (the joy's of being married into a big family).

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Sun May 25, 2003 11:54 pm

I haven't got the bulbs in the fogs yet but I should by the weekend. it looks funny right now because the fogs are the same colour as the old head lights and well the new lights are much brighter.

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Sun Jun 01, 2003 11:29 pm

I attended the ToyotaNation meet last Saturday.....I was however quite dissappointed having been the only Vibe in the bunch (see pic below) (pic courtesy of MistaMatrix)The next time we have a meet, it would be nice to get the Vibe/Matrix owners together at the same time. After all, it is nearly the same car.Just a thought.

ZedTim · Post by **ZedTim** » Thu Jun 05, 2003 1:06 am

I would have been there but the little one was sick and well,,,, you know how it goes! will be at the next one for sure!

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Thu Jun 05, 2003 5:36 am

Well, there will be another one on the last Saturday of June....but they are trying to get a meet going before that in Mississauga (I know it would be a drive for you), but regardless....there will be another chance before our big July meet....now if we could only get the number of cars together.

Altus · Post by **Altus** » Thu Jun 05, 2003 7:59 am

Hey - I might be able to make Missisauga..... only a 2 hour drive for me....When/where is this happening?

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Tue Jun 10, 2003 5:43 am

A thought.What if we were to create a flyer (once we know where the meet will be held) and just place it on every Vibe/Matrix we see......just a thought.By the way, has it been finalized yet where it is?

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Thu Jun 26, 2003 2:11 am

Still haven't heard a final destination of our end of July meet. What is the outcome ZedTim?

Abby-vibe03 · Post by **Abby-vibe03** » Fri Jun 27, 2003 2:20 am

well im in too.. where is that spot in milton? how far from newmarket? july 26th sounds pretty good to me... better that it is towards the end of the month i think... definatly have to find some place relatively central for all... i would say some where in the middle of barrie, london (southwestern ont) and probably as far east as peterborough.... i cant imagine to many from ottawa will make the journey... so i guess that pretty much leaves t.o as the most probable place........maybe eventually a larger over all meet could incorperate quebec and ontario!..

Big_Red · Post by **Big_Red** » Wed Jul 02, 2003 11:00 am

IF Michigan can get 30 cars, we in the GTA should be able to run up the same amount. I was seriously thinking of printing off some of these flyers and stick them on any Vibe and Matrix that I see, just to drum up support for our meet in 3 weeks. ZedTim still has not replied as to the exact details of our meet (which is really not making me happy). It would be a shame that if this meet fell through.

Sputnik · Post by **Sputnik** » Wed Jul 02, 2003 11:33 am

Ontario's just too big! Toronto is a 5 hour drive from here so I won't be going.We should have a meet in Kingston! 2 hours from Ottawa, 3 hours from TO, 3 hours from MTL!

rubberman · Post by **rubberman** » Wed Jul 02, 2003 12:30 pm

Maybe we need two meets one east and one west of TO?Cobourg would be good nice pier and beach,

MadBill · Post by **MadBill** » Wed Jul 02, 2003 11:52 pm

Cobourg would be great! Fine big beach, lots of parking, food abounds...

ragingfish · Post by **ragingfish** » Thu Jul 03, 2003 5:20 am

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Sputnik · Post by **Sputnik** » Thu Jul 03, 2003 5:23 am

Slowbourg as a friend of mine calls it (he used to live there). I've been there twice - once to visit my, ahem, friend and once for Christmas dinner. Other times I've just driven through on the way to the big smoke. I might be able to attend if it were in Cobourg.

Sputnik · Post by **Sputnik** » Thu Jul 03, 2003 5:55 am

quote:Big Smoke? LOL?Sorry... Toronto

mistamatrix · Post by **mistamatrix** » Sat Jul 05, 2003 1:31 pm

3 weeks away and no finalized destination yet.