THE RUN 8~~Dec 11, 2010

Southgachik · 10-09-2010, 05:07 PM

It's coming... Are You Ready??!!!

What is The Run?

The Run is a non-profit charity event in which all proceeds and donations will go directly to this year’s chosen charity… which will be announced soon!

A little history and info:
......The Run is an annual charity event hosted by the 350z Club of Florida in Tampa Bay to celebrate the return of Nissan’s sports car, The Z. The Z was reborn in late 2002 under the new name of the 350Z. Included in the purchase this awesome vehicle was a promotional video called The Run. This video features the new 350Z demonstrating its true capabilities on a high-speed, spirited drive through the vacant streets of Prague.

The 1st “The Run” event was held in September 2003, and at this year's event we will be celebrating the 6th anniversary of the launch of this magnificent machine. Those who participate will take part in a "Poker Run", along with a timed event that will be done through a predetermined course. In our Run we route a course through Tampa Bay that will be both scenic and exciting, during which all participants ensure that all traffic laws are observed. The final destination will be in the side car lot at Quaker Steak & Lube, with food and a huge charity drawing with many prizes. Don’t forget to bring extra cash for tickets for the drawing. Some of the past year’s big ticket items were Nismo Catback Exhaust System, Nismo Cold Air Intake, Polished Plenum, Cryo Treated Rotors, Z Nationals Track Day, BC Racing coilovers, wheels, sway bars and many more. Each item in the drawing will each have a drop box so you can pick what you want to win. Remember, there is no limit to how many you can buy. The more you enter, the better your chances. And again, all money that is collected from the registration fees and all drawings proceeds will go to our chosen charity!

Who is invited to participate?
For the last 3 years we had such an awesome turn out with everyone who helped and participated that we would like to again invite all 350Z, 370Z, G35 and G37 owners along with our older Z model and GT-R friends to participate in The Run. Please keep in mind that since this event is geared towards the 350Z, many of the prizes from the drawings will be for the 350z and G35 owners. However our general drawing does include many general prizes for everyone.

What is the Poker Run?
While driving the course, there will be five stops set up at various locations. At each stop, there will be a Z Club of Florida officer along with a “The Run” volunteer waiting with a deck of playing cards. Each driver will be allowed to draw one (1) and only one card which will be recorded on the drivers’ card sheet. At the end of The Run, the driver with the best poker hand will win a great prize!

Poker Run Prize: TBA

What is the Timed Run?
First and foremost, “It is NOT a race for the fastest time”. It is to see how accurate you are at driving the predetermined course. While driving in “The Run”, each car will be timed. As in previous years, The Run officers and volunteers (who still will not be competing in the timed event) drove the course multiple times to get an average time for which it takes to complete. This includes traffic lights, traffic conditions, obeying speed limits, etc. The participant that completes the course closest to the predetermined average (higher OR lower) will win a prize!

Timed Run Prize: TBA

How does the Prize Drawing work?
Each time you purchase a ticket for the drawing, it will benefit the All Children’s Hospital. Every item from the drawing featured in the charity event will have been donated by our sponsors. Once we receive them, they will be announced to all.

Please keep in mind that we also hold a general drawing which includes all general items such as gift certificates and clothing.

Many of the big ticket items that will be listed soon will also be featured at Quaker Steak & Lube in our individual drawing. This allows you to choose exactly which item you're interested in. As we get info and prizes from the sponsors, we will update you with the items.

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Current Schedule of Events:

Friday Dec 10 @ 7pm- Meet & Greet at Quaker Steak & Lube-Registration

Saturday Dec 11 @ 8-10 am Registration
Dec 11 @ 1030am- 1st car leaves

5pm- The Run Event After-Party begins
Saturday Dec 11 @ 6pm Afterparty/Happy Hour @ QSL
Sunday Dec 12- Go Home!

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HOTEL INFORMATION
(THIS HOTEL IS LOCATED BEHIND THE QUAKER STEAK & LUBE)
(CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR THE MEET AND GREET FRI NIGHT AND THE AFTER PARTY SAT NIGHT)

Wingate By Wyndham
5000 Lake Blvd.
Clearwater, Fl 33760

PHONE: 727.299.9800

clrwwingatesales@gmail.com
www.wingateinnclearwater.com

When making reservations please tell the representative you are with "THE RUN 8"

The rates are $65 + tax.

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****JUST FOR CLARIFICATION... IT IS A Z/G/GT-R EVENT! HOWEVER, WE DO MAKE EXCEPTIONS FOR SPONSORS/CLUB MEMBERS.****
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Event Registration and Information:

Registration for THE RUN 8 is now OPEN!

Pre-Register now for $25 (includes T-shirt and Registration) and also take advantage of the great raffle ticket deals!

The Run 8 Registration |

Day of Event Registration will be $35 (includes T-shirt and Registration) and all raffle tickets are $1 each!

SPONSORS
(will be updated as we receive sponsorship information)
S&R Performance- Greddy Ti-C Exhaust
THE POWDERCOATER- (2) $250 Gift Certificate for powdercoating
Zenclosures- 1 sub box for G35 and 1 sub box for 350Z
Wheel N Customs- 1 window tint job and 1 set of tail lights tinted
NOS Energy Drink- Energy drinks, NOS apparel, Cash donation
Z1 Motorsports-Z Nats Track Day, 350Z Z1 Silicone Coolant Hose Set, 370Z Test Pipes, Z1 Banner, T-shirts, Tanks, ZNats DVDs
FORGED PERFORMANCE- Clutch lines, brake lines, hoses, belts, shift knobs
AMSOIL-1 Case Oil
ENJUKU RACINGTBA
PROSPORT GUAGESTBA
ADVANCE PERFORMANCE WHEELS AND TIRES - Rear Camber Kit w/ Installation, Alignment, Tein Springs

Here are some photos from past events...

FRIDAY NIGHT MEET & GREET @ 7PM
(official hotel is located right behind restaurant so you don't have to drive!)

Quaker Steak & Lube
10400 49th Street North
Clearwater, FL 33762-5023

:START LOCATION:

Bert Smith Porsche BMW VW Subaru
3800 34th Street North Saint Petersburg, FL 33714

Registration/Check In will be 8-10am- YOU MUST BE THERE BEFORE 10 AM IN ORDER TO BE REGISTERED TO RUN THE ROUTE.

:END LOCATION/AFTERPARTY:
(official event hotel located directly behind hotel so you don't have to drive anywhere)
Quaker Steak & Lube
10400 49th Street North
Clearwater, FL 33762-5023

Only 5 more days to Pre-Register!! Take advantage of the $25 Registration and raffle ticket deals!

Day of event registration will be $35 and all raffle tickets will be $1 each!!

TopGone · 10-09-2010, 07:11 PM

Count us in!

Mike · 10-09-2010, 07:44 PM

me too!

TopGone · 10-09-2010, 08:32 PM

Me three! Oh, well, I will be there with twice the spirit!

daisuke149 · 10-09-2010, 08:32 PM

hrmm this sounds like a fun/good event. Pencil me in as tentative as I make sure I can work that friday in with work.

TopGone · 10-09-2010, 08:58 PM

Here is the average temps for Tampa, FL. It's much wormer than here in SC. Can't wait to bust out the shorts!

Looks like it will be around the mid to high 70s. Woo hoo!

tranceformer · 10-09-2010, 09:29 PM

Sounds like fun. Count me in.

Mike · 10-09-2010, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tranceformer

Sounds like fun. Count me in.

My brother lives in PBG! Right across from the high school on Holly dr.

Juno · 10-09-2010, 11:39 PM

I'm ready! It's one of the few times us OZOC people actually get up early. Oh, and LOL @ the guy in the red shirt in the first pic!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZTarga

Looks like it will be around the mid to high 70s. Woo hoo!

That's what we call "cold" here.

Southgachik · 10-10-2010, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Juno

I'm ready! It's one of the few times us OZOC people actually get up early. Oh, and LOL @ the guy in the red shirt in the first pic!

That's what we call "cold" here.

haha I think that's the last event I saw Phil at!

w0ady · 10-12-2010, 07:07 PM

bump for an amazing event! ive been in 06, 07 and 09. even if i dont run the rally i still have a blast hanging with all my friends.

FL 4Motion · 10-12-2010, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Juno

I'm ready! It's one of the few times us OZOC people actually get up early. Oh, and LOL @ the guy in the red shirt in the first pic!

That's what we call "cold" here.

shezzzhot · 10-14-2010, 03:55 AM

Sponsors are starting to call in their donations. Prize list will be up in a few weeks!! Keep checking this space!!

This event provides enthusiasts the ability to enjoy the Dec weather in their cars and donate to a very worthy cause!!

Come join the fun.

shezzzhot · 10-17-2010, 10:49 PM

This event is only 7 weeks away!!

Fun in the Florida sun. Join us as we have fun driving our cars all while we raise money for All Children's Hospital

Cayenne2005 · 10-18-2010, 07:13 AM

Best event of the YEAR!!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait!!!!!!

10-09-2010, 05:07 PM	#1 (permalink)
Southgachik Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 135 Drives: 09 CY 370Z Touring Rep Power: 15	THE RUN 8~~Dec 11, 2010 It's coming... Are You Ready??!!! What is The Run? The Run is a non-profit charity event in which all proceeds and donations will go directly to this year’s chosen charity… which will be announced soon! A little history and info: ......The Run is an annual charity event hosted by the 350z Club of Florida in Tampa Bay to celebrate the return of Nissan’s sports car, The Z. The Z was reborn in late 2002 under the new name of the 350Z. Included in the purchase this awesome vehicle was a promotional video called The Run. This video features the new 350Z demonstrating its true capabilities on a high-speed, spirited drive through the vacant streets of Prague. The 1st “The Run” event was held in September 2003, and at this year's event we will be celebrating the 6th anniversary of the launch of this magnificent machine. Those who participate will take part in a "Poker Run", along with a timed event that will be done through a predetermined course. In our Run we route a course through Tampa Bay that will be both scenic and exciting, during which all participants ensure that all traffic laws are observed. The final destination will be in the side car lot at Quaker Steak & Lube, with food and a huge charity drawing with many prizes. Don’t forget to bring extra cash for tickets for the drawing. Some of the past year’s big ticket items were Nismo Catback Exhaust System, Nismo Cold Air Intake, Polished Plenum, Cryo Treated Rotors, Z Nationals Track Day, BC Racing coilovers, wheels, sway bars and many more. Each item in the drawing will each have a drop box so you can pick what you want to win. Remember, there is no limit to how many you can buy. The more you enter, the better your chances. And again, all money that is collected from the registration fees and all drawings proceeds will go to our chosen charity! Who is invited to participate? For the last 3 years we had such an awesome turn out with everyone who helped and participated that we would like to again invite all 350Z, 370Z, G35 and G37 owners along with our older Z model and GT-R friends to participate in The Run. Please keep in mind that since this event is geared towards the 350Z, many of the prizes from the drawings will be for the 350z and G35 owners. However our general drawing does include many general prizes for everyone. What is the Poker Run? While driving the course, there will be five stops set up at various locations. At each stop, there will be a Z Club of Florida officer along with a “The Run” volunteer waiting with a deck of playing cards. Each driver will be allowed to draw one (1) and only one card which will be recorded on the drivers’ card sheet. At the end of The Run, the driver with the best poker hand will win a great prize! Poker Run Prize: TBA What is the Timed Run? First and foremost, “It is NOT a race for the fastest time”. It is to see how accurate you are at driving the predetermined course. While driving in “The Run”, each car will be timed. As in previous years, The Run officers and volunteers (who still will not be competing in the timed event) drove the course multiple times to get an average time for which it takes to complete. This includes traffic lights, traffic conditions, obeying speed limits, etc. The participant that completes the course closest to the predetermined average (higher OR lower) will win a prize! Timed Run Prize: TBA How does the Prize Drawing work? Each time you purchase a ticket for the drawing, it will benefit the All Children’s Hospital. Every item from the drawing featured in the charity event will have been donated by our sponsors. Once we receive them, they will be announced to all. Please keep in mind that we also hold a general drawing which includes all general items such as gift certificates and clothing. Many of the big ticket items that will be listed soon will also be featured at Quaker Steak & Lube in our individual drawing. This allows you to choose exactly which item you're interested in. As we get info and prizes from the sponsors, we will update you with the items. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Current Schedule of Events: Friday Dec 10 @ 7pm- Meet & Greet at Quaker Steak & Lube-Registration Saturday Dec 11 @ 8-10 am Registration Dec 11 @ 1030am- 1st car leaves 5pm- The Run Event After-Party begins Saturday Dec 11 @ 6pm Afterparty/Happy Hour @ QSL Sunday Dec 12- Go Home! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ HOTEL INFORMATION (THIS HOTEL IS LOCATED BEHIND THE QUAKER STEAK & LUBE) (CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR THE MEET AND GREET FRI NIGHT AND THE AFTER PARTY SAT NIGHT) Wingate By Wyndham 5000 Lake Blvd. Clearwater, Fl 33760 PHONE: 727.299.9800 clrwwingatesales@gmail.com www.wingateinnclearwater.com When making reservations please tell the representative you are with "THE RUN 8" The rates are $65 + tax. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ **JUST FOR CLARIFICATION... IT IS A Z/G/GT-R EVENT! HOWEVER, WE DO MAKE EXCEPTIONS FOR SPONSORS/CLUB MEMBERS. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Event Registration and Information: Registration for THE RUN 8 is now OPEN! Pre-Register now for $25 (includes T-shirt and Registration) and also take advantage of the great raffle ticket deals! The Run 8 Registration \| Day of Event Registration will be $35 (includes T-shirt and Registration) and all raffle tickets are $1 each! SPONSORS (will be updated as we receive sponsorship information) S&R Performance- Greddy Ti-C Exhaust THE POWDERCOATER- (2) $250 Gift Certificate for powdercoating Zenclosures- 1 sub box for G35 and 1 sub box for 350Z Wheel N Customs- 1 window tint job and 1 set of tail lights tinted NOS Energy Drink- Energy drinks, NOS apparel, Cash donation Z1 Motorsports-Z Nats Track Day, 350Z Z1 Silicone Coolant Hose Set, 370Z Test Pipes, Z1 Banner, T-shirts, Tanks, ZNats DVDs FORGED PERFORMANCE- Clutch lines, brake lines, hoses, belts, shift knobs AMSOIL-1 Case Oil ENJUKU RACINGTBA PROSPORT GUAGESTBA ADVANCE PERFORMANCE WHEELS AND TIRES** - Rear Camber Kit w/ Installation, Alignment, Tein Springs Here are some photos from past events... FRIDAY NIGHT MEET & GREET @ 7PM (official hotel is located right behind restaurant so you don't have to drive!) Quaker Steak & Lube 10400 49th Street North Clearwater, FL 33762-5023 :START LOCATION: Bert Smith Porsche BMW VW Subaru 3800 34th Street North Saint Petersburg, FL 33714 Registration/Check In will be 8-10am- YOU MUST BE THERE BEFORE 10 AM IN ORDER TO BE REGISTERED TO RUN THE ROUTE. :END LOCATION/AFTERPARTY: (official event hotel located directly behind hotel so you don't have to drive anywhere) Quaker Steak & Lube 10400 49th Street North Clearwater, FL 33762-5023 Only 5 more days to Pre-Register!! Take advantage of the $25 Registration and raffle ticket deals! Day of event registration will be $35 and all raffle tickets will be $1 each!! __________________ 2009 CY 370z Touring RIP- Marilyn- 05 UY 350Z- May 2011 Last edited by Southgachik; 11-30-2010 at 11:02 PM.

10-09-2010, 07:44 PM	#3 (permalink)
Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2185	me too! __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

10-09-2010, 08:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
TopGone Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South Cackalacky (SC) Posts: 82 Drives: '09 370z targa mod. Rep Power: 14	Me three! Oh, well, I will be there with twice the spirit! __________________ '09 Nissan 370z targa mod. www.topgone.com SPONSORS - Vibe Audio, Metra Electronics, Revolution Kustomz, Forged Specialties, Z1Motorsports, "Mike" The Powdercoater, STILLEN, UpRev

10-09-2010, 08:58 PM	#6 (permalink)
TopGone Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South Cackalacky (SC) Posts: 82 Drives: '09 370z targa mod. Rep Power: 14	Here is the average temps for Tampa, FL. It's much wormer than here in SC. Can't wait to bust out the shorts! Looks like it will be around the mid to high 70s. Woo hoo! __________________ '09 Nissan 370z targa mod. www.topgone.com SPONSORS - Vibe Audio, Metra Electronics, Revolution Kustomz, Forged Specialties, Z1Motorsports, "Mike" The Powdercoater, STILLEN, UpRev Last edited by TopGone; 10-09-2010 at 10:02 PM. Reason: Wanted to add temp for begining of Dec.

10-09-2010, 09:29 PM	#7 (permalink)
tranceformer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Palm Beach, FL Posts: 1,213 Drives: 2009 370Z PW 6MT Rep Power: 267	Sounds like fun. Count me in. __________________ Ray 2009 370Z Base Sport 6MT / 12.860 @ 109.09mph / 1.921 60ft / street tires official 1/4 mile track times

10-09-2010, 07:11 PM	#2 (permalink)
TopGone Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South Cackalacky (SC) Posts: 82 Drives: '09 370z targa mod. Rep Power: 14	Count us in!

10-09-2010, 08:32 PM	#5 (permalink)
daisuke149 My *** is famous! Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Alpharetta, GA Posts: 4,849 Drives: 2013 Boss 302 PW Rep Power: 31	hrmm this sounds like a fun/good event. Pencil me in as tentative as I make sure I can work that friday in with work.

10-12-2010, 07:07 PM	#11 (permalink)
w0ady Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: jacksonville, fl Posts: 191 Drives: 2009 g37 ab 7at Rep Power: 15	bump for an amazing event! ive been in 06, 07 and 09. even if i dont run the rally i still have a blast hanging with all my friends. __________________ sold: 09 athens 7at g37s coupe 12/22/08; 05 athens 5at g35 coupe r.i.p. 5/13/05-10/29/08

10-14-2010, 03:55 AM	#13 (permalink)
shezzzhot Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Flo-Rida Bishes!!! Posts: 93 Drives: LeMans Sunset 350z Rep Power: 15	Sponsors are starting to call in their donations. Prize list will be up in a few weeks!! Keep checking this space!! This event provides enthusiasts the ability to enjoy the Dec weather in their cars and donate to a very worthy cause!! Come join the fun.

10-17-2010, 10:49 PM	#14 (permalink)
shezzzhot Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Flo-Rida Bishes!!! Posts: 93 Drives: LeMans Sunset 350z Rep Power: 15	This event is only 7 weeks away!! Fun in the Florida sun. Join us as we have fun driving our cars all while we raise money for All Children's Hospital

10-18-2010, 07:13 AM	#15 (permalink)
Cayenne2005 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: florida Posts: 6 Drives: 03 Nissan 350z Rep Power: 15	Best event of the YEAR!!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait!!!!!!

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