Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 07-Jan-2004, 07:52am
As I really enjoyed this last year and as the kids have been pestering me I would really like to go again - especially if there were a few like minded
Triumph enthusiasts there - the camp site was top class and I felt the whole weekend well worth it - as not all my family is as interested in Triumphs
as I am, it was good that there's so much to do on the island - no one had to overdose on old cars or old car people like me - which kept the
peace!
Having just checked the IoW Area web site I see their events page still lists the event as happening on April 30 Fri - 3rd Mon check out their page at -
http://website.lineone.net/angela-iwnet/triumph/e...
I'll ping an email to them and see what the story is, there's no suggestion that it's faltering so maybe we can raise the profile through this forum?
J
Having just checked the IoW Area web site I see their events page still lists the event as happening on April 30 Fri - 3rd Mon check out their page at -
http://website.lineone.net/angela-iwnet/triumph/e...
I'll ping an email to them and see what the story is, there's no suggestion that it's faltering so maybe we can raise the profile through this forum?
J
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Carl Swanson, 07-Jan-2004, 10:44am
To anyone who is interested in the IOW weekend.
I have spoken to the IOW team, who say that there maybe a problem with the lack of team members who will organise the event.
I have said that many people would wnat to go, and we as an area (South Bucks) would help.
Maybe thats what we all should do. List the events that we want to see, and find an area responsible. We can easily set up the quiz night.
Lets hope we can continue this superb weekend for Triumph driving, as that what they were made for!
Kind regards
Carl Swanson.
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 07-Jan-2004, 01:57pm
Can we get the IoW movers and shakers in here to talk about it - I'm happy to do a bit and I'm sure my girls will too (well they'll be told to!) as I was thinking of bringing them down and leaving Mrs C to have a break from us. What sort of things do they need help with? I don't mind burning a burger or two at the BBQ but as I don't live on the island it's a little tricky to organise.
J
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Carl Swanson, 07-Jan-2004, 04:38pm
There we go! If you organise the BBQ at the the place we all stayed at, then thats another event done.
I think with the help from others and the modern day maps, we could then organise the runs to The Neddles, Freashwater etc.
Which area do you live, and if we find others, let we can all meet up and decide!
IOW, HERE WE COME!
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 07-Jan-2004, 05:46pm
Well if we can have those 45 gallon oil drum BBQs there then the rest is down to Tescos for charcol and burgers then!
I'm in Hants & Berks - was there last year in one of the Jasmine yellow 13/60 convertibles, ours was teh one with the Minilites on - there's apicture floating about on this site somewhere I think
J-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : James Carruthers, 07-Jan-2004, 06:55pm
I'll see if I'm free... and who I can convince to come with me... but if I'm there - I'm pretty good with the BBQ too - don't mind being second chef...
The JC's BBQ ... we get better with the more
you ply us with... honest... it's
thirsty work...
James-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 07-Jan-2004, 07:21pm
Of course! Beer is an essential ingredient, thanks for the offer, much appreciated.
Now all we need to do is ensure there's enough local representation to do the stuff we foreigners can't do from here. Any IoW bodies in here yet?
I think maybe a list of what needs doing would be good.
J-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Carl Swanson, 08-Jan-2004, 08:15am
I have spoken to other members, and all seem to be ready to go!
Lets try and get a more exact idea of how many people we can expect. Can we try and set up a regitration form somewhere ( Craig G, if you reading this, maybe you can help!)
Activivies -
Runs out to local places, ie The Needles, The Downs etc.
BBQ
Quiz night - South Bucks can do this.
What else?
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Mike Crewes, 08-Jan-2004, 11:01am
Guys
Is it really that time of year already? I mean the 'IOW Camping Weekend isn't happening chat' time. This chat has happened virtually every year since the weekend began and every year the weekend gets organised by the IOW Area. I have never known such a bunch a pessimists.
Last year's great weekend was partly due to the involvement of all the Triumph Clubs on the island and everyone, including the organisers had a great time.
I AM ABSOLUTELY CONVINCED that the weekend will go ahead as usual and be another cracking one and that from someone who has only ever missed one event (and regrets that).
You are right to be concerned, but let's not panick yet, eh? The IOW Area have managed all this time to put on a great event, so let's let them get on with it.
See you all there again this year.
Mike-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Graham Reeks, 08-Jan-2004, 11:13am
Oh, Mike, you've ruined it all now!
I, for one, was enjoying the rapidly developing unofficial "Alternative IoW Camping Weekend", with all the delights of the JCs' Burger Van ... (hmmm perhaps JC snr could convince Dave Pearson to convert a Courier van for the purpose?)
Instead you've poured oil on troubled trunnions and we'll have to settle with the tried and tested weekend ...-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 08-Jan-2004, 11:28am
LOL - it's a fine line between apathy and enthusiasm isn't it. Here's my stance - I enjoyed last year (my first time) and would like to go again, I've promised the kids! If I can go and enjoy the same as last year then great BUT if it won't happen because there's not enough help then I'm prepared to lend a hand to ensure the weekend happens BUT I don't want to tread on anyone's toes, imply in any way I could do a better job or otherwise force my will on anyone. The IoW Area and friends did a great job last year and if this year goes as well as last year I'll be very happy. I just didn't want to sit back and watch the weekend falter.
So, positive thinking - I will see you there Mike - Graham, you coming down for some IoW fun?
J-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Graham Reeks, 08-Jan-2004, 12:39pm
Well seeing as your first time thrilled you, maybe i should ... especially if you're going to organise it! Will any of your booksigning buddies be there?
Mind, i'm not sure if i want to share a campsite with you Jason ... i seem to recall a shocking story about you and the French sanitation system that you regaled to us in Louhannes (the breakfast that never was)
So, in a word: maybe
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 08-Jan-2004, 07:50pm
Err if you lived in California would you go camping on the IoW with us? If Kas ever makes these shores again I have several beers to consume with him first
Ahh - the breakfast that never was - but at least we got to drink coffee out of dog bowls!
Get your sorry butt down to the IoW and bring the mobile sauna and disc smoke generator that is the 2000 Worksalike too!-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Graham Reeks, 09-Jan-2004, 08:19am
As incredibly ridiculous as it might indeed seem, the only reason i might not be able to make it to IoW (apart from the 2500 Worksalike issue) is because i might well be in California.
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 09-Jan-2004, 08:48am
So you'll be able to look up Mr K on your own then! Mind you, if you're not in California then you have no excuse for not being on the IoW!!-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Graham Reeks, 09-Jan-2004, 09:22am
Well i am scared of ... wait for it ...
Cowes!
(Mr Gingell kindly remove me from the message board)-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Craig Gingell, 09-Jan-2004, 09:43am
aah, the wonders of the Isle of Wight...
The "Needles" you cannot thread... "Cowes" you cannot milk... "Ryde" where you walk... "Freshwater" you cannot drink... "Lake" where there is no water... "Newport" you cannot bottle...
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 09-Jan-2004, 10:49am
The only Cows we'll be seeing up close and personal are the minced up ones burning on the BBQ
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Carl Swanson, 15-Jan-2004, 08:23am
Some great news !
Graham and Angie on the IOW ( 01983 281427 ) ARE going to be the main organisers for the IOW weekend!! Friday 30th April to May 3rd.
Can we direct enquires to them, and not to Chris Dean (AO of the IOW) and keep a look out for details on either this, or www.triumph-iw.co.uk. They will be posting a message later.
They may need some help, so I have said we would (royal we, ie Jason!).
IOW here we come!
Kind regards
Carl Swanson
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Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 15-Jan-2004, 10:06am
That is good news - my offer still stands and I have told my girls they have work to do at the BBQ too!
Great to hear it's on and happening, where do I sign and pay?
J-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Graham Nobbs, 15-Jan-2004, 01:37pm
Hi Guys,
Great News about the weekend. You can count on a good turn out from Northants Area. At least six cars showed interest at our meeting last night. Let us know details regarding booking PLEASE!!!!!!
Graham-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend
Posted By : Angela Cotton, 26-Jan-2004, 10:35pm
Greetings from the Isle of Wight Area we are back!
We have good news for those of you wishing to attend the camping weekend - it is definately happening!
This year we have with the permission of the TSSC invited members from all other Triumph Clubs so hope to get an even bigger turn out than last year which those of you attended I am sure would agree, was a great success!
Booking forms will be available from next week - either email us at events@triumph-iw.co.uk, visit our website and follow the link www.triumph-iw.co.uk or telephone Graham or myself on (01983) 281427 after 7pm for details of where to get yours. To aid cash flow and also assist with numbers for the BBQ, mugs etc we would be grateful of payment in advance please.
We are waiting to hear from the ferry companies regarding possible discounts and will include the details with advance tickets.
We hope to see you at Appuldurcombe from the 30th April - 3rd May!
See you soon!
Angela & Graham-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend - Booking Forms
Posted By : Angela Cotton, 10-Feb-2004, 09:20pm
Greetings from the Isle of Wight!
Booking forms are now available for download for the forthcoming 15th IOW Area TSSC Camping Weekend. Please visit http://www.triumph-iw.co.uk or email for a form info@triumph-iw.co.uk
We would appreciate as many advance bookings this year as possible so we can ensure we have enough mugs, food and beer on site!!! Also for those of you into beers there will be real ale available this year too!
If you pay in advance you will also receive details of ferry discounts which may save you a few quid especially if you are not travelling on your own so get your cheque books out!
We look forward to seeing you at Appuldurcombe
Isle of Wight Area-
Isle of Wight Camping Weekend - Booking Forms
Posted By : Jason Chinn, 29-Feb-2004, 11:19pm
Well I've signed up and got my tickets through by return - thanks. Who else will be there?
J
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