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GREENI

Member Since: 22 Aug 2010
Location: staffs
Posts: 10381

I'm not organising an event....though...

Hi, thanks for looking at this.
I've had an idea brewing for over a year, though the 90 build has put a time restraint on it (and pretty much everything else).
So I'm going throw this out there and see what comes back.
I frequently/occasionally take newbies out Laning, introduce them to what can be done, where to go, trail etiquette etc.
I used to do it a lot when I had my lockered up, winched up 90 and I would go out most weekends and do all the difficult trails, though they eventually got shut down (tenter hill for instance), so I sold that and I now just roll on all-terrains.

People on my Facebook will have seen my Laning pics over the past year and I always have lots of local people queuing to go out play.
So, I was thinking of 'NOT' organising an event (no fee, no official rally etc, no one can 'sue me' if stuff goes wrong....), I'm not wanting to make any money for what is basically driving along public roads.
I just want an adventure weekend, with some great scenery, great people and for everyone to have fun.

Keeping it as 'correct' and to the 'rules' as possible, it won't matter how many people want to come, as we can split people into groups, with a common start/lunch/finish point.
You won't be 'babied' though complete beginners can be put with seasoned 'laners' you will need to have your own paper maps, I'll tell you which ones to buy, I can mark out routes for you and it's then up to you if you want to put them into memory-map/gps etc. (it's not absolutely necessary, though the idea is, you'll know where you've driven, so you can go it alone in the future).
It will be a 2 day event, long days driving, with either camping or hotel accommodation. (To be decided...people can decide, as as there'll be a group start point).
Doing as many green lanes as possible, with chances of 'bush rash' or none 'bush rash' routes.

So if you have:
A desire to go out for a weekends adventure
Want to get your truck a LITTLE muddy.
A CB, (not essential, but to keep up with banter)
An understanding of grid references.
Being flexible with decisions.

This could be for you.

I've never had anyone damage anything, the worst I've seen is bush rash...though I'm planning to recce routes beforehand and cut stuff back.

The date will be in autumn/winter and I'll probably set up a 'whatsapp' group, for the finer details, to keep it a little private (to stop wannabe trolls).
I'm open to comments, ideas, bad and good.

12th Sep 2015 8:17am

kmac

Member Since: 07 Oct 2009
Location: Middlesex
Posts: 1309

2009 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 USW Santorini Black

Sounds like a good idea - I'd defo be interested

12th Sep 2015 8:58am

Wangers

Member Since: 19 Jan 2013
Location: West London
Posts: 265

1995 Defender 110 300 Tdi CSW Aintree Green

too right. I dont get out enough so any opportunit is welcomed. TY&GN
10 years in a WOLF, WIMIK and Snatch and this is all I have to show!

12th Sep 2015 9:04am

Fabio

Member Since: 05 Aug 2011
Location: Somerset
Posts: 589

2011 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Santorini Black

Hi Greeni

I would be interested in finding out more.
I have 2 children a boy 4 and girl 7, would that be a problem?
What will be the location?
My defender is completely standard.

Regards

Fabio

12th Sep 2015 9:08am

smb

Member Since: 15 Jan 2013
Location: Cheshire
Posts: 1232

Hi Steve,

I would definitely be interested. I may have to choose which ones to be on as Sal is having a our baby in early November. A dad again at nearly 50, God forbid

Not sure what emoticon I should use as they all can appl

12th Sep 2015 9:20am

GREENI

Member Since: 22 Aug 2010
Location: staffs
Posts: 10381

Holy moly Steve!!!! Absolutely fantastic, I hope Sally is enjoying her pregnancy, congratulations, please pass on my regards and my best wishes, I'm sure you'll be pandering to her every need

I can work around everybody, there'll be some recce days coming up, so good opportunities for folks squeeze a day in here and there.

I'm thinking of either Peak District, or Wales. Or Start in the Peaks, end up in wales (North).

Like I said, open to suggestions, though I'll have to stick around Peak District/Shropshire/North Wales, as these are the lanes I'm familiar with and I know they're none damaging.

Fabio, kids are fine...if you can keep them entertained !

I'll be looking at hotel options and I'll try and cater for everyone, there's no rules, so freestyle ideas can be kicked around.

12th Sep 2015 10:32am

Iggle piggle

Member Since: 10 Sep 2014
Location: Wales
Posts: 378

1989 Defender 90 V8 Petrol ST Alpine White

Hi Steve,

I'd certainly be up for this, I'm not up to date with the lanes anymore but if I can be of any help planning etc let me know!

Congratulations SMB! A new born at 50, I wouldn't be sure which emoticon to use either!

Cheers
Paul

12th Sep 2015 12:30pm

smb

Member Since: 15 Jan 2013
Location: Cheshire
Posts: 1232

Steve, Paul,

Many thanks for your kind words. Very decent of you

Steve

12th Sep 2015 2:55pm

Tiger

Member Since: 06 Jul 2012
Location: Wales
Posts: 2265

Yep, interested, great idea

12th Sep 2015 3:18pm

Rosco

Member Since: 03 Dec 2010
Location: Burntwood
Posts: 1833

2015 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Montalcino Red

Greeni, I'd be interested, dates depending. 2007 - Stornoway Grey 90 XS SW - Gone
2002 - Black Discovery II - Gone
2014 - Montalcino Red 110 XS SW

12th Sep 2015 3:28pm

Brewstop

Member Since: 28 Oct 2012
Location: South Oxfordshire
Posts: 313

2002 Defender 110 Td5 CSW Zambezi Silver

I'm interested!

Great idea Sandy

12th Sep 2015 3:43pm

BossHog

Member Since: 28 Jun 2013
Location: Fylde Coast
Posts: 185

Great idea Greeni....wouldn't mind tagging along !

12th Sep 2015 3:52pm

CarMan

Member Since: 29 Nov 2010
Location: Cotswolds
Posts: 1860

Mee too please, very thoughtful of you to offer

12th Sep 2015 4:17pm

barbel jim

Member Since: 12 Dec 2012
Location: Northants
Posts: 1423

Work dependent would love to come. I missed out when you took Lusiami and remember the stunning photos !!

12th Sep 2015 5:50pm

Martin 01

Member Since: 13 Feb 2012
Location: East Yorkshire
Posts: 502

Sounds a great idea. 👍
Peak District & Wales

Bit of winterish camping to.

Keep me updated if possible.

12th Sep 2015 7:52pm

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