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2021 SSR International Rally

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#1 ·
Of the people who have discussed possibly overseeing an SSR International Rally, I have had one serious inquiry, wanting to know the possibility, if his team would agree to it, of having it again in Branson, Missouri, in 2021. I told him I would post this idea and get some feedback. It would be a different itinerary, but would be held at the same hotel as the 2019 Rally, Chateau on the Lake.

After the 2019 Rally, there were several discussions on different locations for the 2021 Rally. Has anything developed? If so, please share it with me or Frank (Dinerman.)

It is very important, whoever takes the responsibility to host the Rally, that they decide where and what hotel they will use and get a contract with the hotel for the dates they wish so they can get rooms blocked. It may seem like it is a long way off, but when you start working on it, time goes by quickly.

Thanks for your thoughts.
 
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I was happy with the venue and would attend if another event were to be held there, but I like the idea of the International moving around the Continent in search of new Adventures for all attending. I am in for whatever happens to be the choice. I agree that it needs to happen soon so that the foundation can be laid.
 
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Debbie and I are in total agreement with Dwight. This was a gorgeous venue and there were enough activities to keep everyone engaged, Great turnout and fabulous memories. Returning to Branson would be acceptable at some future date, but we would rather not see it back-to-back.

We have had the International Rally in:
2007 Springfield, MO
2009 Kerrville, TX
2011 Flagstaff, AZ
2013 Sturbridge, MA
2015 Springfield, IL
2017 Denison, TX
2019 Branson, MO

Considering that (for most of us) this requires a significant road trip every other year, Debbie and I offer the following suggestions for consideration on the 2021 International Rally:
Nashville, TN
Colorado Springs, CO
also:
Someplace on the Gulf Coast
Someplace in Wisconsin or the Minnesota lakes region
Someplace on the Pacific coastline

This thing needs to travel around a bit........ Even if it means flying across the country. I did that to attend the one in Sturbridge and have no regrets.

Regards all,

Mike & Debbie
 
#6 ·
I restored and drove classic Mini Coopers for a number of years. Fun little cars. There was avid following of owners similar to our SSR group. The Mini owners would have 2 annual meets each year. One east and one west. Then, every so many years, they would have a big "east meets west" event in the center of the country. One of the events was held in Colorado Springs. It was an awesome place to have a rally. Pikes peak intl. raceway, the royal gorge, Manitou Springs, mountain roads and scenery to die for. I'd vote for an SSR event there.
 
#8 ·
  • We were very disappointed in the hotel at Branson. We had a room on the north side of the building about 6 floors above the kitchen prep areas. The outside deck area was covered with flys from the garbage odor. We asked for a "fly swatter" and the foreign help could not understand why we wanted "fly water" finally they sent up the maid who was from America and she got it taken care of. Needless to say the flys were back the next day. We ssked to speak to the hotel manager before check out and later prior to completion of a hotel survey. No response.
  • We also noted that several shops and restaurants were closed for the season. I guess our group wasnt big enough to have the hotel staff and shops at full strenghth.
 
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  • We were very disappointed in the hotel at Branson. We had a room on the north side of the building about 6 floors above the kitchen prep areas. The outside deck area was covered with flys from the garbage odor. We asked for a "fly swatter" and the foreign help could not understand why we wanted "fly water" finally they sent up the maid who was from America and she got it taken care of. Needless to say the flys were back the next day. We ssked to speak to the hotel manager before check out and later prior to completion of a hotel survey. No response.
  • We also noted that several shops and restaurants were closed for the season. I guess our group wasnt big enough to have the hotel staff and shops at full strenghth.
We were also disappointed with hotel it just reeked with the smell of greed ($20. for microwave & $25. for fridge per day in your room) plus most of staff seem to be foreign help, had trouble understanding us & we had trouble understanding them. One night about 11:30 I went to desk to ask if she would put the heater on for a couple of ladies having a smoke & ended up having to walk outside with her and pointing to heater, response I don't know how will have to call my supervisor, heater finally got put on took about 10 minutes. Also found every time you were going into hotel it was uphill & downhill when you went out, this was very hard on a lot of fanatics. Plus being Canadian we have now been to Branson, time to see another part of America.
Now don't get me wrong we found David & his helpers did a wonderful job, the organization was A+ for the size of the crowd.
Just our thoughts!

I think when you find someone or a group that is willing to put out the effort it takes to run one of these events, I think that should be considered, and let them run with it, time is ticking...if you don't like it you don't have to go.
just my 2 cents
 
#9 ·
I think it really boils down to who wants to put forth the effort and do the work.

We had a great time in Branson and would not mind going again. I heard that the Springfield MO rally in the early days just up the road was a great rally and sorry I could not make it. It's not far from Branson if some people wanted to make a road trip as an event which I know a few people did. A few years ago we really enjoyed the Colorado Springs and Sturbridge rallys.

Central US locations are easier for everyone to travel to.
East, West and Northern areas would be a nice change.
 
#15 ·
We really enjoyed the Rally at Branson and thought the planning, execution and ALL related was EXCELLENT!!! However, we would be less inclined to see the Branson area again. Nothing to offer derogatory about the fine folks, location etc., but from our perspective, “been there done that”. Far more many days behind us than in front and our preference would be to see and experience more of the “new”.
Respectfully,
Lee and Sue
 
#19 ·
I'm willing to head up a possibility in Ohio. We have the fastest growing chapter so maybe we can pull something together. Messages went out today and we are brainstorming some potential areas. Ohio has a lot to offer but we are a bit spread out but maybe we can make it happen!
I LOVE the Colorado Springs suggestion! Stationed there a few years. But somebody in the state has to step up! So I'm trying here in Ohio! Something had to give or there won't be one...
You'd think 12 years in the Army would have taught me not to volunteer for anything but here I am! ? More as we progress... HOOAH!
 
#20 ·
I'll throw this out there.
Deadwood, SD? I've stayed at the Lodge at Deadwood, its large about 150 rooms, several meeting facilities, restaurants, Casino and the rooms and location are beautiful. There are several good hotels for overflow in Deadwood and Lead and nearby RV parks and campgrounds. Room rates there are very reasonable.
We will need to stay clear of the Sturgis Rally dates in August.
The area is full of great attractions nearby like Deadwood, Devils Tower, Crazy Horse Memorial, Rushmore and many more. The Black Hills Area is much underappreciated! The drive down 14 through Spearfish Canyon is one of the top 10 scenic drives on my list.
Maybe Auggie can chime in on this!! Location is fairly central and may also encourage some more of our Canadian Fanatics to join the fun.
Greg
 
#21 ·
I'll throw this out there.
Deadwood, SD? I've stayed at the Lodge at Deadwood, its large about 150 rooms, several meeting facilities, restaurants, Casino and the rooms and location are beautiful. There are several good hotels for overflow in Deadwood and Lead and nearby RV parks and campgrounds. Room rates there are very reasonable.
We will need to stay clear of the Sturgis Rally dates in August.
The area is full of great attractions nearby like Deadwood, Devils Tower, Crazy Horse Memorial, Rushmore and many more. The Black Hills Area is much underappreciated! The drive down 14 through Spearfish Canyon is one of the top 10 scenic drives on my list.
Maybe Auggie can chime in on this!! Location is fairly central and may also encourage some more of our Canadian Fanatics to join the fun.
Greg
Stopped at Deadwood on way back from Ogden last May. Beautiful area, would go back in a heartbeat.
 
#23 ·
Good ideas to be kicking around ! This is how you start We have so many newer SSR owners that we could go back to areas we had a great time in but the big thing is finding people to devote time to putting it on as it,s a lot of work as some of you know ! It,s hard to try and talk as a lot to people in other states as a lot have went to email to keep in touch. we went to Arkansas last week on short notice and wanted to catch up with some in Little Rock didn,t work Kart3d
 
#29 ·
When the Laughlin Rally ran it's course, the Las Vegas Mob ran a replacement in Las Vegas and while a success, there were issues in moving a large group of vehicles around Las Vegas due to the Normal Crowded Situation. Conventions normally do not move all of their people around all at the same time in 2 seater vehicles.
Just my observation as a participant. I suspect the same would apply for Reno.
 
#26 ·
Just want to say, no matter where we go.. it's going to be a blast. And I will be more than happy to pass on all that worked and didn't work at the 2017 rally.

Most of our SSR are not garage queens... they are road warriors. So, pick a spot and these funny little trucks will show up like love bugs on the windshield.

And that's the way it is.
 
#30 ·
I think several things need to happen to move this discussion along.

1. Establish a method/poll to identify the next location.
2. Determine the best possible time of year for holding the event in that location.
3. Identify those in that area that will be willing to volunteer their time to make it happen.
4. Establish a small committee consisting of those folks, along with other key individuals
who have prior experience in hosting one of these events to serve in a advisory capacity.
5. Identify hotels in the area large enough to host a group of our size.
6. Decide how this committee will get the funds needed for deposits that may be required
for hotel, venues, and other service providers. We should not expect one person to be
responsible for all of the funding when putting an event like this together.

Ultimately, not everyone will be satisfied with everything at these events. But it is the best opportunity for us all to come together as Fanatics, make new friends, learn more about our SSR’s and have a memorable time, while seeing another part of our great country.
 
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