Hi Blake,
It's not really a show and shine as in an organized thing. Just a gathering of car guys (and gals) that happens every Wed. night weather permitting at the Home Depot parking lot, Glenmore and McLeod Tr. from 6:30 - 9:30. On a busy night we can get 200 cars or more. All different shapes and sizes.
As far as the get together, I'm game for anything.
I would definitely like to show up one Wednesday. Thanks for the info.
Need to know if Peter is coming. Peter, are you coming?
Need to know if Peter is coming. Peter, are you coming?
Yup. I'm coming all right. I am fighting to avoid some work stuff that is threatening to interfere with the first three days. The worst case scenario may be that I don't show up until noon Saturday.
BTW, as far as I know, Ted & Dragica from Edmonton are still planning to come with their amazing Amerisport GT5-S. I'll give them a call and confirm.
BTW, as far as I know, Ted & Dragica from Edmonton are still planning to come with their amazing Amerisport GT5-S. I'll give them a call and confirm.
Blake's original itinerary is below. My comments follow ...
Due to Peter's schedule (and possibly Ted's), should we consider cancelling the 13th? That way, we can meet up on the afternoon of the 14th and maybe concentrate on introductions and "inspections" followed by dinner in Canmore?
The 15th can be a solid day of driving followed by breakfast on the 16th and a quick drive before we depart.
Thoughts?
quote:Originally posted by Blake:
Canmore Pantera Meet - June 13th-16th, 2008
June 13th - The Golden Triangle
-breakfast at Summit Cafe in Canmore
-Hwy #1 to Castle Junction/#93 to Radium, BC(Yoho National Park Hot Springs for a dip)/side trip to Invermere, BC.(a bit of shopping)/a slight backtrack to Golden, BC - lunch at the top of Kicking Horse(Eagle's Eye Restaurant) and a visit with Boo the bear(www.kickinghorseresort.com)/back on route #1 to Canmore through Kicking Horse Pass and Lake Louise
-supper in Banff - St. James Gate Irish Pub
June 14th - Easy going day
-brunch at The Quarry in Canmore
-#1 west to Takaka Falls in BC
-Emerald Lake Lodge - hike around the lake - must wear off the calories from lunch(absolutey stunning area!)
-Lake Louise - Post Hotel for cocktails
-return to Canmore
-Crazyweed for supper
June 15th - Canmore Car Show
-breakfast is up to you(no plans)
-10AM - the annual Canmore Show and Shine(a good turnout of fine Panteras would be appreciated)...remain until 12:30-1:00PM.
-#1 east to Hwy #40 south - Kananaskis Country
-late lunch at The Pub in Kananaskis Village(site of the G-8 summit a few years back)
-continue south on #40 to Longview/north on 22 to Millarville/backroads to Bragg Creek and then to Cochrane/#1A back into Canmore
-picnic supper at Mount Norquay in Banff(Banff restaurant if weather does not permit)
June 16th - Brewster Icefields Centre
-breakfast at Melissa's in Banff
-#1 west to Lake Louise/Icefields Parkway to Brewster's Centre(Snowcoach ride on the glacier)
-lunch at Num-Ti-Ja Lodge(Icefields Parkway)
-Lake Louise - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise for a walk down the lake - Plain of the Six Glaciers/cocktails at the Chateau
-back to Canmore - BBQ at Blake's
Due to Peter's schedule (and possibly Ted's), should we consider cancelling the 13th? That way, we can meet up on the afternoon of the 14th and maybe concentrate on introductions and "inspections" followed by dinner in Canmore?
The 15th can be a solid day of driving followed by breakfast on the 16th and a quick drive before we depart.
Thoughts?
Oh, the Canmore Show n Shine on the 15th would be a great event for five or so cats to roll in on ...
Blake, you should plan to pop in to Calgary for the Wed night show next week. That way, we can nail down the details with Doug before the Canmore Run. I'm hoping the guy with the orange L slaps a plate on his car for next Wed. I'd love to see that cat ...
Blake, you should plan to pop in to Calgary for the Wed night show next week. That way, we can nail down the details with Doug before the Canmore Run. I'm hoping the guy with the orange L slaps a plate on his car for next Wed. I'd love to see that cat ...
I am open to any and all changes to make it a fun event! Let's see how Peter's schedule unfolds....like your suggestions.
I will try and be in Calgary next Wed. with my car crazy son. Looking forward to it. Three cats are better than two.
I will try and be in Calgary next Wed. with my car crazy son. Looking forward to it. Three cats are better than two.
Here's my 2 cents worth:
If Peter and Ted can make it for Friday 13th, leave that day as is. That is a beautiful drive and should not be missed.
If they cannot make it: cancel Friday, start the get together noon on Saturday, meet everybody, dinner.
When the original schedule was drawn up, I passed the word to all my car buddies (from the camaro days) that we were going to be at the Canmore show and shine on Sunday and most of them said they would bring their cars out for the show. Hopefully we are still planning to attend?
We should do the Friday scheduled drive after the show and shine. It's daylight until 10:00 p.m. this time of year.
Monday should also be a full day, maybe do the drive originally scheduled for Sat.? Substitute the picnic supper for the BBQ at Blakes (if he is still willing?)
Just my thoughts.
When I saw the original schedule I arranged to be off work from Fri. till Tues. and plan to be out in the mountains driving every day.
As I said earlier, I am game for anything.
Doug M
If Peter and Ted can make it for Friday 13th, leave that day as is. That is a beautiful drive and should not be missed.
If they cannot make it: cancel Friday, start the get together noon on Saturday, meet everybody, dinner.
When the original schedule was drawn up, I passed the word to all my car buddies (from the camaro days) that we were going to be at the Canmore show and shine on Sunday and most of them said they would bring their cars out for the show. Hopefully we are still planning to attend?
We should do the Friday scheduled drive after the show and shine. It's daylight until 10:00 p.m. this time of year.
Monday should also be a full day, maybe do the drive originally scheduled for Sat.? Substitute the picnic supper for the BBQ at Blakes (if he is still willing?)
Just my thoughts.
When I saw the original schedule I arranged to be off work from Fri. till Tues. and plan to be out in the mountains driving every day.
As I said earlier, I am game for anything.
Doug M
Blake,
You got a car crazy son too?
You got a car crazy son too?
I sure do have a car crazy son.....he will be in heaven on Wed. evening in Calgary. I will make sure the Sunday "show and shine" is still on.
link to the Canmore show & shine:
http://www.rockymountainclassiccars.com/rolling_sculpture.htm
We can drive in after the start and leave after a few hours for our drive.
http://www.rockymountainclassiccars.com/rolling_sculpture.htm
We can drive in after the start and leave after a few hours for our drive.
Guys:
Please do not change any plans on my account.
As things stand, I have a fixed commitment on June 12 in Fort St. John. I have booked flights that get me out of Calgary on the evening of the 11th, and get me back on the evening of the 12th. However, I also now have another possible important work commitment on the 9th in Prince George. Therefore, I am debating driving to Canmore via Prince George, arriving on the 11th flying back home again for the 12th, back to Calgary that same day. In the alternative, I could just drive down on the 13th, overnight in Edmonton, and arrive in Canmore mid-day on the 14th. Anyway, the point is that everything is in flux, and you should just not worry about me.
I talked to Ted, and he may or may not be able to come. He has some worries about getting his car to Canmore and back, plus a possible competing commitment. He will let us know one way or the other as soon as he can.
Please do not change any plans on my account.
As things stand, I have a fixed commitment on June 12 in Fort St. John. I have booked flights that get me out of Calgary on the evening of the 11th, and get me back on the evening of the 12th. However, I also now have another possible important work commitment on the 9th in Prince George. Therefore, I am debating driving to Canmore via Prince George, arriving on the 11th flying back home again for the 12th, back to Calgary that same day. In the alternative, I could just drive down on the 13th, overnight in Edmonton, and arrive in Canmore mid-day on the 14th. Anyway, the point is that everything is in flux, and you should just not worry about me.
I talked to Ted, and he may or may not be able to come. He has some worries about getting his car to Canmore and back, plus a possible competing commitment. He will let us know one way or the other as soon as he can.
thanks for the update Peter.
See you guys this Wed. evening if the weather is nice.
See you guys this Wed. evening if the weather is nice.
Call for Wed weather is 18c with a 40% chance of showers. Let's keep our fingers crossed.
This has been the worst spring - EVER! Global warming ... yeah, right
This has been the worst spring - EVER! Global warming ... yeah, right
My latest itinerary has me arriving in Canmore on Wednesday the 11th. I will have to fly out of Calgary that same day to attend a meeting back home, so I will leave my trailer and car at a friend's in Priddis. I will return on the evening of the 12th, so I should be ready to rock on Friday morning.
Blake, will there be a place I can safely leave my trailer in Canmore, or should I leave it in Priddis?
Blake, will there be a place I can safely leave my trailer in Canmore, or should I leave it in Priddis?
Peter,
That's great news about Friday!
If it is any help, I can store your trailer and car in the shop I work at. Barlow & 20th Ave. about 5 Km from the airport! Secure with an alarm system. You could drop it off anytime on the 11th and pick it up any time on the 12th. I will send you a PM with my personal cell#.
Doug M
That's great news about Friday!
If it is any help, I can store your trailer and car in the shop I work at. Barlow & 20th Ave. about 5 Km from the airport! Secure with an alarm system. You could drop it off anytime on the 11th and pick it up any time on the 12th. I will send you a PM with my personal cell#.
Doug M
That would be a GREAT help! Thanks, Doug.
Hi guys.
Peter,
I fill find a spot for your trailer....even at the end of my street would be fine. Lots of construction going on....nobody will complain/notice.
May come into Calgary tonight with my son. Depends on weather.
Peter,
I fill find a spot for your trailer....even at the end of my street would be fine. Lots of construction going on....nobody will complain/notice.
May come into Calgary tonight with my son. Depends on weather.
what is the weather like in Calgary? Worth coming in for car meet?
Thanks,
Blake
Thanks,
Blake
Sunny and Warm right now. Forecast is variable with only 20% chance. I'll PM you with my cell phone ...
that was fun last night! Looking forward to next week.
Peter, will you be able to make breakfast in Canmore for 9:30 AM in Canmore on Friday?
Peter, will you be able to make breakfast in Canmore for 9:30 AM in Canmore on Friday?
Love the variety and each one looks great!
Excellent observation, Husker.
I am still blown away at how no two Panteras are the same. These three, built within 18 months of each other, bear some very different original features and mods.
Having owned my cat for two months now, I am amazed at how the Pantera looks so differnet - so stylish, so gorgeous - from each and every angle. Tom Tjaarda certainly did an outstanding job in designing the Pantera.
I am still blown away at how no two Panteras are the same. These three, built within 18 months of each other, bear some very different original features and mods.
Having owned my cat for two months now, I am amazed at how the Pantera looks so differnet - so stylish, so gorgeous - from each and every angle. Tom Tjaarda certainly did an outstanding job in designing the Pantera.
quote:Originally posted by Blake:
Peter, will you be able to make breakfast in Canmore for 9:30 AM in Canmore on Friday?
Yes, I hope so. I'll be dead exhausted, but I'll do my best to drag my carcass there. However, I will not be able to stay for supper in Banff. I need to be in Red Deer that evening for an important reunion with old friends, and so I will just keep going once we reach Banff after our Golden Triangle run. I will be back first thing on Saturday morning, though.
Here's my deal ...
I will drive out Friday morning to meet you all for breakfast and make the Golden Triangle drive. Afterwards, I will head home that evening to gather the family together to spend Sat/Sun in Banff.
(I have our travel agent working a room package at one of the resorts. She usually can find a good deal. Stay tuned.)
I am in for the entire day on Sat and then the Canmore Show n Shine and drive on Sunday.
It currently looks like I will NOT make the Monday drive due to work commitments. Regardless, the three days of driving will be EXCELLENT ... and the weather looks promising!
I will drive out Friday morning to meet you all for breakfast and make the Golden Triangle drive. Afterwards, I will head home that evening to gather the family together to spend Sat/Sun in Banff.
(I have our travel agent working a room package at one of the resorts. She usually can find a good deal. Stay tuned.)
I am in for the entire day on Sat and then the Canmore Show n Shine and drive on Sunday.
It currently looks like I will NOT make the Monday drive due to work commitments. Regardless, the three days of driving will be EXCELLENT ... and the weather looks promising!
Erik, Doug and Peter;
take a look at the following for accomodations in Canmore:
1. www.bellstar.ca - Lodges and Canmore Crossing
Google:
2. Bear and Bison
3. Creekside Country Inn
Good parking facilities at 2 & 3 for your Pantera. They are side by side....Bear and Bison more high end.
take a look at the following for accomodations in Canmore:
1. www.bellstar.ca - Lodges and Canmore Crossing
Google:
2. Bear and Bison
3. Creekside Country Inn
Good parking facilities at 2 & 3 for your Pantera. They are side by side....Bear and Bison more high end.
quote:Originally posted by Blake:
Erik, Doug and Peter;
take a look at the following for accomodations in Canmore:
1. www.bellstar.ca - Lodges and Canmore Crossing
Google:
2. Bear and Bison
3. Creekside Country Inn
Good parking facilities at 2 & 3 for your Pantera. They are side by side....Bear and Bison more high end.
I booked a room at the Rimrock in Banff, which was a must for entertaining the two kids. Rate was steep - so I won't even pass it along. Ouch!
Way to go guys.
Great to see you making it happen. Only a couple of years ago 3 local Pantera owners met in Montreal through this board and today look how we've grown.
Great stuff.
Great to see you making it happen. Only a couple of years ago 3 local Pantera owners met in Montreal through this board and today look how we've grown.
Great stuff.
Thanks David. It is exciting to share the passion. Enjoy the Grand Prix!
Well, the weather is looking to improve for the weekend, but let's keep our fingers crossed.
My daughter's dance recital got moved to Sat morning - so I will be a little late joining up for that drive ... however, I am still bringing the family for the night and will be in for the evening festivities and Sunday drive and car show.
Monday is still tenative for me due to work obligations ...
My daughter's dance recital got moved to Sat morning - so I will be a little late joining up for that drive ... however, I am still bringing the family for the night and will be in for the evening festivities and Sunday drive and car show.
Monday is still tenative for me due to work obligations ...
Well, I'm outta here! The cat's loaded in the trailer, and I'm on my way to Canmore.
It's a thousand kilometers, so I will break the drive up into two days.
No e-mail or internet for a couple of days, so if anyone wants to talk to me, give me a call on my cell: (250) 264-2647
See you guys soon.
It's a thousand kilometers, so I will break the drive up into two days.
No e-mail or internet for a couple of days, so if anyone wants to talk to me, give me a call on my cell: (250) 264-2647
See you guys soon.
are we still shooting for 9:30 AM in Canmore on Friday morning? Craig's Restuarant on Bow Valley Trail(1A-Gasoline Alley) next to the Tim Horton's would be a good place for breaky.
don't forget a good pair of runners. Hopefully we will do a bit of easy going hiking. Also, good to bring a jacket/light fleese, water bottle and a few snacks.
Hope you guys have great weather for the get together. Wish I could have made it Blake especially after all the effort you put into it. As it goes my car still isnt even insured for the driving season yet. Have a little extra fun for me.
Blaine
Blaine
Thanks Blaine....wish you could have made it. Maybe hook up later this summer. I want to do a few road trips and Victoria is certainly a beautiful place!
quote:Originally posted by Blake:
are we still shooting for 9:30 AM in Canmore on Friday morning? Craig's Restuarant on Bow Valley Trail(1A-Gasoline Alley) next to the Tim Horton's would be a good place for breaky.
See you there in the morning, Blake. I spoke with Doug and he and Peter got everything sorted. Time to roll!
see you in the morning.
Take lots of pictures, and be sure to tell us all about your great time when you guys get back. Post a nice big fat photo album!
Michael
Michael
Great day yesterday; incredible roads winding through some unbelievable scenery. Blake and his charming wife are the consumate hosts (I'm spoiled to the point of feeling guilty), and the company is just the best!
Doug not only saved my bacon by storing my rig at his shop so that I could make my crazy flight schedule, but also chauffeured me around while entertaining me with lots of gearhead talk. Many thanks, Doug!
Erik has a Pantera you just have to see. Just beautiful. And he's a great guy to boot!
The cats got wet, and my MSD went (thanks to Blake for the rescue mission!), but it was still an awesome, awesome day.
What an experience. I'm glad I made it down for this, and the best thing is that there are still three more days to go!
Doug not only saved my bacon by storing my rig at his shop so that I could make my crazy flight schedule, but also chauffeured me around while entertaining me with lots of gearhead talk. Many thanks, Doug!
Erik has a Pantera you just have to see. Just beautiful. And he's a great guy to boot!
The cats got wet, and my MSD went (thanks to Blake for the rescue mission!), but it was still an awesome, awesome day.
What an experience. I'm glad I made it down for this, and the best thing is that there are still three more days to go!