Who is going to PRI, Orlando ?

[Despr8dave]

As usual, thanks again Greg.
David

[gsbaker]

David,

Anytime, sir.

Many are arriving early, some as soon as Sunday for set up and the SAE conference on Tuesday and Wednesday. I know we are tied up through Thursday. I fully expect that by Friday night a lot of folks will be ready to let their hair down.

The question is, who wants to do what, where, and when? Suggestions anyone?

[1stGenBoy]

Originally posted by gsbaker@Oct 20 2005, 09:16 PM
David,

Anytime, sir.

Many are arriving early, some as soon as Sunday for set up and the SAE conference on Tuesday and Wednesday. I know we are tied up through Thursday. I fully expect that by Friday night a lot of folks will be ready to let their hair down.

The question is, who wants to do what, where, and when? Suggestions anyone?

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Fri pm is OK with me. Maybe a pub/grill because I will want to eat. Like I said before I have no idea of where to go for these type spots. It looks like we have a rental car so it should not be so bad getting around.
Any indoor go kart places around Orlando?
Bob

[gsbaker]

No "real" racing kart tracks, but there is an amusement park-style place nearby: http://www.magicalmidway.com/parkinfo.htm. Could be worth a grin.

On the food side of things it's just a matter of interest and budget. You'll have available the wallet-friendly pub stuff like Friday's, Applebee's, Bennigan's, Chili's, etc., the steakhouse options at $40-$60 per (Charley's and Vitos are in the neighborhood) or the really high-end places that are probably not what folks have in mind.

I'd hate to see someone bow out because of dress codes or budgets, so the pub approach may be best.

And there is always Race Rock.

Thoughts?

[Despr8dave]

I vote Race Rock!....a little loud, but where isn't.

[gsbaker]

I'm good for Race Rock. I want to try their "crashed" potatoes.

[1stGenBoy]

Originally posted by gsbaker@Oct 21 2005, 09:15 PM
I'm good for Race Rock. I want to try their "crashed" potatoes.

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Let me check with the other guys in my group. I'll let you know on Mon.

Bob

[Chris Wire]

Well, there is always Fun Spot Action Park or Fun 'n Wheels, both nearby.

Fun Spot Action Park

And what ever happened to Malibu Grand Prix? I did a search and found the website, but there was no longer an Orlando location listed.

As far as a gathering, we may want to gather a head count and possibly try to make a group reservation somewhere. Six or eight people probably would be no problem, but 12+ would likely have us waiting a while to be seated.

Chris "Not going to the show, but a fun night out couldn't hurt!" Wire

[Despr8dave]

I believe the Malibu Gran Prix was or is under an Andretti Gran Prix or something like that but I can't find any info on it. You can see it from I-4.......not sure it is still open.

[Mazmarc63]

Originally posted by Despr8dave@Oct 22 2005, 07:17 PM
I believe the Malibu Gran Prix was or is under an Andretti Gran Prix or something like that but I can't find any info on it. You can see it from I-4.......not sure it is still open.

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That Malibu GP has been gone for years. It became a shooting range and the overpass to the entrance of Universal Studios. We lose another racetrack in favor of a theme park.

[gsbaker]

Originally posted by Chris Wire@Oct 22 2005, 10:42 AM
As far as a gathering, we may want to gather a head count and possibly try to make a group reservation somewhere. Six or eight people probably would be no problem, but 12+ would likely have us waiting a while to be seated.

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Chris,

I called Race Rock and discovered that they do *not* take reservations. If we try for Friday at, say, 8:00 during PRI the place will be a circus. However, showing up early and waiting in the bar for a table might not be too painful, but the magic word is "early".

Thoughts?

[vwmann1]

I'll be there Thursday, so I guess I will be out for the party. I would love to meet some of you guys.

[1stGenBoy]

Originally posted by gsbaker@Nov 2 2005, 06:30 PM
Chris,

I called Race Rock and discovered that they do *not* take reservations. If we try for Friday at, say, 8:00 during PRI the place will be a circus. However, showing up early and waiting in the bar for a table might not be too painful, but the magic word is "early".

Thoughts?

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I'm in for Race Rock but I, fear your right Gregg. It will be packed.
I do not mind waiting a while for a table but a couple of hrs could be a problem with the drinks and lack of food. I'm still game though.

Bob

[gsbaker]

Here's one option: The show closes down at 5:00, and by the time everyone gets packed up, out the door, and drives the 1/2 mile or so to the restaurant it will be pushing 6:00. At that time the wait is, what, and hour, maybe? It's still risky, but an early dinner gives folks time to go out and play later.

Here's another option: Get reservations elsewhere. As a test I just called Charley's Steakhouse--a popular, mid-priced operation also nearby--and was told they are accepting reservations for that evening. There are other places, of course, but I would make reservations soon.

I'm good either way.

[Richy Gonzalez]

I'm game and also vote for Race Rock. It's probably one of the easiest place for everyone to get to.

[Chris Wire]

Originally posted by gsbaker@Nov 2 2005, 04:46 PM
Here's another option: Get reservations elsewhere. As a test I just called Charley's Steakhouse--a popular, mid-priced operation also nearby--and was told they are accepting reservations for that evening. There are other places, of course, but I would make reservations soon.

I'm good either way.

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I'd be good w/ Charley's as well. It has a great reputation, and I think that waiting around for smaller tables in a packed house like Race Rock will limit the amount of "quality time" the group might have.

Maybe Charley's would have a room similar to Steak & Ale or Ruth's Chris where a group might be better isolated rather than a crowded, noisy bar scene like Race Rock.

[gsbaker]

How many people for reservations?

[1stGenBoy]

Originally posted by gsbaker@Nov 14 2005, 01:15 PM
How many people for reservations?

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Gregg,
3 of us from Pegasus will be there. Is this place on the PRI map?

Bob

[gsbaker]

Originally posted by 1stGenBoy@Nov 14 2005, 12:25 PM
Gregg,
3 of us from Pegasus will be there. Is this place on the PRI map?

Bob

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Bob,

I haven't found it in the PRI book after a quick glance, but it's on International Drive, same as the Convention Center. The Website is here.

Sounds like we are seven people minimum, with Chris, Richy, Bildon and myself included. Anyone else?

[Chris Wire]

Originally posted by gsbaker@Nov 14 2005, 01:55 PM
Sounds like we are seven people minimum, with Chris, Richy, Bildon and myself included. Anyone else?

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I'm spreading the word in CFR. Richy, would Ray be up for it? Hollywood? Fred? Junktech? Raymon?