That is a long run. Very little time to hang out, talk, eat etc. From New Braunfels taking us46 to us281 to us290 to tx16 is 128 miles one way. Round trip is 256 miles. So most of the time is spent driving. I can take a road trip anytime. I think the gtg runs should have more time for hanging out with other Crossfire owners. I would like to do something shorter myself. Just my 2c.