2nd Annual Camaro5Fest C5F II ???

[tbarber87]

Originally Posted by Xanthos

I vote central and it's very disappointing you didn't even put that on the poll. Why are people so afraid of it being in the middle of the country?

I would gladly help organize, as would a number of others from this area I'm sure.
- X

+1

[mikel441]

http://www.pacificraceways.com/

Can't promise the weather in April will cooperate.

[DGthe3]

Originally Posted by Mustang Killa

Well let me ask you this sir...would u rather it be a little warmer and a little bit higher elevation or WAY more chance of rain?

odds are something like 30% on average for april and may ... so odds are the weekend will still be dry.

And I don't like heat.

[Mindz]

Here's a little food for thought. If this year's C5Fest took place on the west coast... How many of you Floridians and other east coast people would be arguing for it to stay in the same spot? hmmmm?

[garcmol]

If we all go to fantasy island, then we could have every Camaro owner from 1967 until 2010 in one place. Mr. Rork will hook us up! And it's tropical.

[CamaroSkooter]

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

Lookie here..."Hybrid" means a blend, or mix of multiple things into one complete 'thing'. Just because the Prius made the word ugly...and slow....and stupid....and dirty......and more ugly........err...it doesn't mean I can't use it!!!

If I put a jet engine in the trunk, would that qualify my car for a Hybrid sticker?

[Scott@Bjorn3D]

Heartland Park, Topeka, KS.

Right in the middle of the USA.

[Camaro_Corvette]

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

I didn't know you could put the state on wheels....
HA! hehehe

Besides! Buffalo is where it's at Bee-otches!!!


...No...seriously, nobody come here.

Wouldn't wish it upon anybody would ya?

[Doc]

Originally Posted by Mindz

Here's a little food for thought. If this year's C5Fest took place on the west coast... How many of you Floridians and other east coast people would be arguing for it to stay in the same spot? hmmmm?

Exactly. Excellent point!

[Mr. Wyndham]

Originally Posted by CamaroSkooter

If I put a jet engine in the trunk, would that qualify my car for a Hybrid sticker?

Naturally. Call it Hybrid Syner-omgwtfbbq!!-drive.

Originally Posted by Abygale

Originally Posted by Camaro_Corvette

Wouldn't wish it upon anybody would ya?

No, absolutely not...in fact -- I move somewhere completely opposite for a while to wash the Buffalo off. I'm thinkin' maybe Texas...or California!! Then I'll be there and holding the Fest on the West will be okay!

[agkelly73]

Originally Posted by Doc

Something else to consider is Valdosta was only the first one from the first less-than-a-year sales of Camaros. Sales continue to be strong and the numbers of people wanting (and willing to attend) a fest is going to grow. This means planning is going to become a very big factor not only for the mods here putting all this on, but also for those attending. The more people attending, the farther in advance you have to plan for vacation time, travel time, lodging, etc.

It might be worthwhile even at this early stage to consider that this will grow to the point where 3 "official" meets a year might be the regular schedule. A West Coast event that could move depending on what people want, an East Coast event that does the same thing, and a National event that does NOT move. The coast events could be 2 day events and would mostly pull those who aren't attending the national event although I'm sure there would be many who would do both.

The national event could be at a place like Topeka which could be a 4 day event so it's worth the drive to get there, and if the location doesn't change each year that would make it easier on the planners for the event, and for everyone else to plan for too. You might also get better deals with the venue, city, local establishments if you can tell them "yep we're coming back next year" so they too can plan in advance. You can be sure that the city council and merchants in Valdosta who had no idea exactly what to expect have been and still are talking about what they would do next year if the fest is held there again (which is why it would be a good location for the east coast event). If people like you and want you back, they'll roll out the red carpet for you next time.

So that might be a good strategy; movable coast events, and one non-moving national event. The national vendors like GM would of course be able to plan for the 4 day national event. Local vendors on the coasts could attend those 2 day events because it would be easier and less costly which fits the budget of smaller businesses.

In a couple of years the national event may very well be just huge with literally thousands of Camaros converging. As Scott said "we're not done yet" with the Camaro so with convertibles, probably a Z/28 and more and more people buying Camaros, the numbers are going to grow fast.

The only down-side is what does this do to the Camaro5 mods' lives? Unless I'm mistaken this is all volunteer at this point but is rapidly going to become a full-time job as this grows.

Lots to consider...and some people say it's "just a car" hehe

Great idea! As you mentioned the "national" type event that doesn't move, folks should consider this, Bike Week. It's ALWAYS in Daytona, FL and folks know exactly where it will be and can plan accordingly. As mentioned before, the consistency helps. Personally, I'm willing to drive halfway across the country as long as I can get the time off because I love road trips for things like this. The drive is part of the fun, to me anyway, especially when you can caravan like some of us did to the fest. I definately think though, with the outstanding success of the very first fest, this will continue to grow rapidly and it will become a full time job for the planners. Hats off to all that helped plan and execute a first time event that seemed like it had been occurring for over 10 years!

[2010CamaroRS]

clearly we need to have regional Camarofests....form a team of people from each region to coordinate a Camarofest in their respective areas of the country...if you want more than just a couple hundred camaros to show up...its important to have regional meets...doesnt make sense for someone from Boston to drive to GA or KS just to mingle with Camaro owners...when clearly we can do that here without burning gas and spending any money

[camarowa]

would be great if the event was more central. I am in the north west corner of WA. I am willing to travel 1200-1500 miles but not 2400-2500 one way. Lets try to accomodate both coasts.

[robertway]

New Jersey Motorsports Park