Melinko bq

Posted this update on the forums listed way below. Sorry so late. Finally set in stone though! - well, sortof... Let's just say Clear Creek rangers should know me by name by now.

Any insight?
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Hello all, sorry for the seeming procrastination here... Been trying my @$$ off to scout the trip before-hand,
couldn't make it happen...work. I made many calls and left many e-mails, and nobody seems to be working
with me on this one. I HIGHLY doubt that there will be enough parking at the summit for any of us to park,
so don't plan on staying with the group if you plan on stopping, as many will be unable to do so. Anybody
down for heading over to Lookout Mountain after the descend? Looks like the BBQ fell through on us this
year...

I also am given the impression that none will be able to drive/park without a Park Pass, which is (bad word)
ridiculous. The Clear Creek rangers all insist that we will all have to pay, but I will refuse, as should you.

I had hoped that we could possibly let some stay at the summit for a few minutes, take turns, etc... the
nearest parking lot is only 15 minutes from the summit, at the Summit Lake parking lot.... here is a briefing
from a recent e-mail I recieved this morning...

"The lot at the top should hold at least 30 vehicles. There was some recent controversy between the
State and the Forest Service regarding the fees on Mt Evans. It has been resolved and I believe you
will find that you will need to pay the fee just to drive into the the area regardless of whether you stop
or not. The fee was never a "parking fee". You may want to contact the forest service if you have an
additional questions about Mount Evans Fees.

Clear Creek Ranger Station:
303-567-3000 (8:00am to 4:30pm)"

Anybody with more info on this - please speak up at the meet on Sunday, I hope to contact the forest
service before then. Maybe have them on speed-dial if we encounter any problems (on a Sunday...?)

We kind of have to play this one by ear, I'm not sure what will happen until we drive to the gates.

BBQ fell through this year. Feel free to stop and grab a bite before and after and during the pit-stops.
There should be plenty of time after the summit descent before Lookout Mountain for a fast-bite
to eat.

Reason for Lookout Mountain - a meeting place near I-70, as some of the members won't be joining
until Idaho Springs. (BTW - planning on meeting near the McDonalds and gas stations nearest 241A).
I'm also going for the view, if you've never been, I recommend seeing. A fun little winding road follows
down the other side of the mountain and places you back on highway 6 to 470, I-70, 58, 93...

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Last year, around 18 Audis (old and new) joined as we climbed the famous Pike's
Peak near Colorado Springs, CO. We had a blast as a 1/4 mile of enthusiasts drove
through Garden of the Gods, then went on to climb the 14,000+ foot mountain. This year,
to attract more drivers, we decided to drive the HIGHEST PAVED ROAD IN AMERICA.
'Tis the season to take some pictures, videos, and meet fellow enthusiasts.

WHEN: 9AM - 10AM initial meeting on Sunday, July 1st, 2007 (CANADA DAY! - also international JOKE day...?)

WHERE: Top of Mt. Evans! The cruise will be officially starting in Castle Rock, CO at
the Castle Rock Outlet Malls.

TO OUTLET MALLS:
- From I-25: Exit 184 (Founders Parkway),
-Turn RIGHT heading west on Meadows Pkwy (Founders becomes Meadows at I-25),
-Take FIRST RIGHT on Factory Shops Blvd,
-Take FIRST RIGHT on New Hampshire Ct.,
-Take FIRST LEFT on Factory Shops Blvd.
- Follow Factory Shops Blvd to northwest parking lot near Pure Mountain Sports.

TO IDAHO SPRINGS:
- Take I-25 north to C-470, exit on right, then left heading west on 470.
- West to I-70 (25 Miles)
- I-70 West to Idaho Springs (20 Miles, exit 241A for refuel and last 15 min pit-stop)

TO MT EVANS HIGHWAY:
- Continue west on Colorado Blvd(241A) to 13 Ave, turn left heading south.
- 13th Ave becomes Hwy 103 at I-70, continue for 13 miles.
- Turn right on to CO-5 / Mt. Evans Rd, 15? miles to summit.

TO LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN RD:
- From Idaho Springs, continue WEST on I-70 to Exit 240 'Genesee Park'
- Make a left at the stop sign and follow the signs to Lookout Mountain Rd. US 40 to S Lkout Mtn Rd.
- There is a decent sized parking lot we could all meet at following the descent, not sure
how to find the exact directions via Google Maps, however, it is just off Lookout Mountain Rd.
Located at the highest point of the highway nearest the edge of the front range mountain.
- GREAT VIEW OF DENVER

Estimated Arrival - Departure:

Factory Outlet Mall Northwest Parking Lot : 9 AM - 10 AM
Idaho Springs: 11 AM - 11:15 AM
Mt. Evans: 12:15 PM
Lookout Mountain (Play by ear): 2:30 PM

COST: FREE to drive the highway. $10 per vehicle to use any of the facilities along the highway (Including restrooms...).

WHAT TO BRING: Your car, and $10 in case the dude(ette) behind the register demands it.

As you can assume, ALL AUDIS, old and new, fast and slow, are welcome. If you
are a VW enthusiast and want to join in the cruise, help find some VDUBs to
cruise with.

Visit http://www.mountevans.com/index.html
for more information about the mountain.

Chris Bingham
Colorado Springs, CO
'91 Audi 200 - 2.22 I5 (3B) 20vtq - modded =)
'92 Audi S4 - 2.22 I5 (AAN) 20vtq - modded =)

I have also posted on the following sites:

Audiworld
https://forums.audiworld.com/rockymtn/msgs/97364.phtml

VW Vortex
http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3284921

MetroDubs
http://metrodubs.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2867

Edition 719
http://edition719.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&p=1 45531#145531

Rocky Mountain Club B5
http://www.rmcb5.com/forums/index.php/topic,5976.msg58876.html#top

SkiBum1

I'll be joining at Idaho Springs

sntrn01biturbo

If some one would like to drop me an email I will give you my number and I can try and meet up in the Denver/Littleton area.