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Title: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Big Rod on 04 November 2006, 10:41:43
Sorry to harp on about it, but here's a little video I nailed together of the trip.

I apologise for the more ropey bits as it's my first attempt at such a thing.

It's about 8 minutes long, so stick with it as there's some fun bit's involving water pistols towards the end.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFmR6_EcaIY

Enjoy!!
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: MikeDundee on 04 November 2006, 11:15:57
 ;D Deary me Rod the batmobeel taken out by the SPEEDFREAKS in their senator, did u catch them, doesn't look like it their gone :-[
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Salty on 04 November 2006, 11:48:56
Looks like you had plenty of fun :y
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Big Rod on 04 November 2006, 12:32:18
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;D Deary me Rod the batmobeel taken out by the SPEEDFREAKS in their senator, did u catch them, doesn't look like it their gone :-[

I can't take the hit on that one, my mate was driving!!

And besides, the Senny has two more cylinders and about 50 more BHP, (But four less valves ironically!!), so I ain't grumblin'.

However, the BatmoBile made it all the way back to Blighty having accomplished a 10:42 round the 'Ring then was unceremoniously thrashed around Knockhill and is still going strong.  8-)

The Speeedfreaks Senator is languishing in a Scrapyard somewhere in middle Italy!!  :-/

'Ave it!!  ;)
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: MikeDundee on 04 November 2006, 12:48:58
keep it fer next yrs bash then eh? :y and connect a real rocket up to the afterburner, you'll take the senators out then ;D
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Big Rod on 04 November 2006, 16:30:38
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keep it fer next yrs bash then eh? :y and connect a real rocket up to the afterburner, you'll take the senators out then ;D
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Sadly no mate! I gave it away to a coupl'a guys from Edinburgh in return for running my tools 'n' shit home. I think they're intent on using it for a run next year tho', providing they don't send a piston into orbit beforehand that is!!
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Markie on 04 November 2006, 17:37:16
cracking video Big Rod - as if driving a rover cabrio was bad enough.,.,.

and thers some sites in that video - zebra striped volvos et al  ;D
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Post by: STMO123 on 04 November 2006, 18:38:34
Great stuff Big Rod! I've just given you your 1st five star rating :y
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Post by: CaptainZok on 04 November 2006, 18:48:23
Great video.  :y
Looks like you had a load of fun making it.
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Post by: Timbuk on 04 November 2006, 19:05:58
Well done Big Rod, the Bat Mobile did all us Meega owners proud :y
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Big Rod on 04 November 2006, 19:55:49
Thanks for the feedback guys!!

I have to say, that weekend is emblazoned on my memory for eternity. To say it was fun is a gigantic understatement.

If you like cars, beer and a little bit of adventure, get yourself on one of these things. You'll never regret it!!
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Admin on 04 November 2006, 20:38:51
Could not agree more! :D

Will certainly be doing it again next year!

Senator was too relaible though, I want something a little "challenging".... I keep thinking Citroen BX!  ;D
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Hillper on 04 November 2006, 20:58:54
Now that just might be a challenge LB!

Great work Rod!
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Post by: tunnie on 04 November 2006, 21:24:17
Fantastic video... given me great inspiration for my trip next year.

I WILL be going around Europe with mates next summer, can't wait to get out there.

Be interest to know Rod, how you got power to the laptop!
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Bo Bo on 04 November 2006, 22:19:18
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Could not agree more! :D

Will certainly be doing it again next year!

Senator was too relaible though, I want something a little "challenging".... I keep thinking Citroen BX!  ;D
Don't anybody mention SAAB !!
Title: Re: Staples2Naples video.
Post by: Big Rod on 04 November 2006, 22:28:46
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Could not agree more! :D

Will certainly be doing it again next year!

Senator was too relaible though, I want something a little "challenging".... I keep thinking Citroen BX!  ;D

LB, although I won't be going on one next year, I can't help looking on eBay for cars under £100!! I think I'm addicted!!  :-?

I am however thinking on something slightly lower tech, like a Cortina or a Viva or something along those lines.

The other thing I keep obsessing about is the theme!!!! I got a few lined up. (I see there were a few Batmobiles this year!! Ours was the best obviously!!)

Tunnie,

I can't recommend a drive through the Swiss Alps enough. Take in as many passes as you can and make sure the brakes on your car are up to scratch!! You won't regret it. *

* (Unless of course you fall of the road. In which case you'll regret it for about 10 - 15 seconds till the car hits the bottom!!!)