God... three years in a row! Who would have guessed it? Either way, it's that time of year again, and we'd better get ready to roll! Below is the layout for the Journey, if you would like to participate/join in, please let me know by posting here. I'll keep a tab of how many people are showing at each checkpoint, so as not to lose anyone.

Here's a fantastic video, edited by one of the guys on the caravan in 2007:

Here's a video of the 2008 meet:

IA '09 will take place on July 25th and 26th, so we will set course the Friday before, aka. July 24th. As we arrive in Nashville we'll part ways to our respective hotels/meeting points, so make sure you are planned ahead of time for the arrival into Nashville. The Nashville Super Speedway is roughly 15 miles South East of downtown Nashville, near Smyrna. So, mark your calenders, tattoo your wrist, and do whatever it takes to make sure you're set to go this time around.

[NOTE: Make sure to look at the times closely. There is a time zone change mid-way through the journey.] (CST = -5 GMT during the Summer)


Import Alliance '09 (Main thread)
Import Alliance '09 (Website)

Previous Caravans!
Import Alliance '08
Import Alliance '07


Entire Journey (automatically set to print):
Checkpoint #1: Highway 94 and College Avenue (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) CHANGED LOCATION!!!: https://honda-tech.com/forums/showpo...&postcount=385
- Arrival Time: 07:00 AM (CST) Friday, July 24th
- Departure Time: 07:30 AM (CST)
We'll be stopping at the WESTERN Park & Ride (opposite side of the highway compared to the Airport).

Wikimapia of area: http://wikimapia.org/#y=429289...h&v=2


Journey Section 1 Directions (automatically set to print):

Checkpoint #2: Highway 65 Rest/Welcome Center (Merrillville, Indiana)
- Arrival Time: 10:30 AM (CST) (11:30 AM EST)
- Departure Time: 11:00 AM (CST) (12:00 PM EST)
We'll be stopping at the Rest/Welcome Center right off of Highway 65, on the WEST side of the Highway.

Wikimapia of area: http://wikimapia.org/#y=411668...h&v=2


Journey Section 2 Directions (automatically set to print):

Checkpoint #3: Chapeze Ln/Welcome Center (Shepherdsville, Kentucky)
- Arrival Time: 03:15 PM (CST) (04:15 PM EST)
- Departure Time: 04:00 PM (CST) (05:00 PM EST)
We'll be stopping at the Rest/Welcome Center right off of Highway 65, on the WEST side of the Highway.

Wikimapia of area: http://wikimapia.org/#y=379464...h&v=2


Journey Section 3 Directions (automatically set to print):

Final Arrive Time at Nashville Super Speedway: 8:00 PM (CST)


PLEASE NOTE: From the experience gained from IA '07 and IA '08, I believe it is safe to assume that these times are fairly accurate (even when dealing with heavy construction). I know that not everyone will be able to pit stop at the same mileage, so feel free to drop off when necessary. I set it with 3 checkpoints for a reason. It gives a chance for those with more thirsty engines, a chance to catch breath and keep up. Feel free to throw in ideas that are worth noting, at me. I'm up for suggestion.

//////: MECHANICAL NOTE ://////
MAKE SURE TO DO ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TO YOUR VEHICLE BEFORE SETTING OFF ON THIS JOURNEY!
Accidents can happen, and being many miles from home can make things quite tricky. So best bet is to prepare for the journey as best as possible.


Roster:
Checkpoint #1:
1. toyomatt84
2. Loco-B
3. dschwantz
4. jdesign
5. k20whitevic
6. superd16girl
7. Turbo_y8
8. modernhonda
9. eK24monster
10. 00b16si (and friends)
11. LilMINIgrl
12. adidas333
13. ejaysix
14. Honda_Fanatic
15. Jorymi
16. Spoolinator
17. TYL3R
18. SLIPSTICK TIPPIN
19.
20.

Checkpoint #2:
1. 1996ctr
2. Capt. Jimbo McSubipants
3. STilynScooby
4. slammed01-es1
5. thorclark
6. Fresh'86
7. VTEC_CHiCK
8. inkedup
9. vsmhatched
10. tofu__
11. honda_racing101
12. Banner
13. tofu__
14.
15.

Checkpoint #3:
1. Silvertc
2. Freaky Zeeky
3. RMXmitch
4. BROK DCK
5. crxrider
6. pornstarcivic
7. cehcivic15
8. EP_R3Dline
9. accord9192
10. ludeking1007
11. brandonEM1
12. manintux
13. mcdizzle
14. 8600RPM
15. 95Sol99civic
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

 

HOTEL INFO
(Check-in: Friday, July 24th)
(Check-out: Monday, July 27th)

"Premier" Package:
Holiday Inn Suites
826 S Cumberland St., Lebanon, TN, 37087
(615)994-3225
Discount Code: "Import Alliance"

Single King bed rooms: $99.00/night (Instead of $129)


"Economy" Package:
America's Best Value Inn
822 S Cumberland St., Lebanon, TN 37087
(615)449-5781
Discount Code: "Import Alliance"

Double Double bed rooms: $55.00/night (Instead of $72)

 

yes please!!

 

im IN...even if my car isn't

 

Added!

 

check point 3. Thanks matt!

 

Matt is the man!!!!

 

im in for checkpoint number one!

 

Added you guys in, welcome aboard! :D

 

Checkpoint 3, can't wait!

3rd year for me!

 

hey matt

i'll be there...

4 years runnin vetern yo

checkpoint 2

i might be in a honda this year too lol

 

Added in gents, welcome aboard! :D

Jim, you know you want an Odyssey! :D

 

matt you might need to save a seat for me..
or im drivin the beast..haha

 

lol ya matt i'm all over that

and i cannot stress enough about the maintenance issue matt posted up top..

accidents happen and its understood...but i think me and matt would like to make it down there one year with zero problems...if you think your car can't make it or there is even a doubt in your mind why chance it...i'm not a mean person and i'll wait for anyone i don't even know or haven't even met but trust me...its not fun...especially in july 100 degree heat

 

mr.matt.... i shall be there.... text me when ya wanna kill some zombies...

 

ohh yeah checkpoint 2

 

this is miss maddie

i'm going to go too matt

 

count me in check point #1

 

I was told that I am getting kidnapped to go?

 

whose kidnapping you?

 

Werd I'll be at check point three for sure!

add me and brok dck to the 3rd checkpoint!

 

Glad to see this populating so quickly.

I added everyone in, thus far.

 

lol at maintenance post.....

Didnt even notice it till jim said something.

edit: Im not picking up any extra passengers this year unless i get some ***** out of it..................
last year = epic failure

 

That's what mike told me last year.

 

Im in for check point one.........