I like it when a plan comes together. Of course the route Sandy's plan applies mainly for us from the South and maybe some from the North. Those from the East plan their own route. I was wondering, why so late in the day, at dinner time they may be busy and parking is not much.
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Route Sandy mentioned
Exit #205 off I-35
Bear Right on TX-80
Turn Left on TX-21
Turn Right on STATE HIGHWAY 71
Continue on TX-21 E
Continue on TX-71 E
Take ramp toward TX-95 S/TX-230-LOOP/SMITHVILLE/FLATONIA
Turn Left on TX-95
Continue on FM-153

 

I was wondering, why so late in the day, at dinner time they may be busy and parking is not much.

No particular reason. I don't want to get going too early since it is my summer vacation and I know it will be light for 3-4 more hours after we eat, so we get to cruise after dinner. I actually thought I'd be going alone. I'm glad we may have a good turnout! Originally, I did not want to conflict with Houston's 'Coffee and Cars". The 4 pm time allows Houstonians time to enjoy their morning and then come to Winchester for steaks!

 

Just wondering, I don't think missing a Coffee and Cars is a big deal as a GTG that involves a trip and meal. If we arrive at 4, take into account the time at Murphy's about 2 hrs and do twisties takes time (are there some close) some of us are not staying for the night and a 2 hrs or so to drive back home. However, this may happen.

Saturday, July 6Scattered Thunderstorms
94°/73°
20%

 

Crossfireconv08, is your father bringing you in his Roadster? "Brian Thomas Jackson I'd like to buy anything built by chrysler but I'm 14. Bummer"

 

I'm going for sure. Count me in for two in the reservation at Murphy's (me and the wife). We plan to meet you guys at the designated spot in San Marcos for 2pm.

Now, if I can just get out there and replace that steering damper before Saturday, my drive will be that much more enjoyable...

 

I won't be joining the group. Maybe next time.

 

Sandy, Beep doesn't have a Crossfire anymore, he has signed off.

 

You would think being there hasn't been many GTG's in the last few months, there would be more participation when someone does put one together. With all the Crossfire owners in San Antonio, Austin and Houston only a few have signed on. You new owners in the area, this is an opportunity to show your car, socialize, have fun and make friends.

1. Sandy
2. Bill F
3. dtinker
4. gguillot
5. crossfireconv08 ? if father brings.
6. crossfireracr

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Route
Exit #205 off I-35
Bear Right on TX-80
Turn Left on TX-21
Turn Right on STATE HIGHWAY 71
Continue on TX-21 E
Continue on TX-71 E
Take ramp toward TX-95 S/TX-230-LOOP/SMITHVILLE/FLATONIA
Turn Left on TX-95
Continue on FM-153
La Grange, TX forecast, looks like nice driving weather.

Saturday
AM Clouds/PM Sun
76°F | 63°F

 

Bill - you were probably right about doing the meal earlier, but it is irrelevant, now. I made reservations for 12 of us at 4 pm. I expect to have a great time, and if anyone still wants to sign up, let me know. The reservations are in my name: Sandy. I tried to put the reservations in the name: 'Crossfire', but that seemed to confuse them.

 

Of course I am. Let's just hope we have a good turnout, the more the merrier.

 

Just wanted to bring this up again to promote this for Sandy and hopefully to get more participation.

 

More discussion about the GTG at Murphy's Steakhouse is on this thread concerning the route to cruise, any suggestions would help Sandy so we don't have to wing it. July 13, San Antonio Cars & Rides

 

Carmen and I are going to try and meet you guys at the DQ in San Marcos, then drive to Murphy's.

 

My wife and I had a great time meeting Sandy and Terri, Bill and Sampie, and Dave (Dtinker) and Carman for a great drive to Murphy's and then a drive through Beuscher and Bastrop State Parks.
Unfortunately, I didn't get a picture Dtinker's roadster before we parted ways after the great steak dinner at Murphy's but I did get to catch a couple of snapshots as we drove throught the parks and stopped at the ranger station.


Here's Bill F, GGuillot, and Sandy's Crossfires at the ranger station:






Here's a couple pics of Sandy's XFire leading the pack through the Buescher State Park:




All in all, it was a great day - meeting new folks, good conversation over a great steak dinner and a great ride through some interesting scenery.

Looking forward to next time!

 

Thanks for the pictures, Greg. Terri and I had a great time also. Looking forward to the next GTG. That will be next Saturday at the Cruise-In.