Title: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: combover on August 18, 2006, 09:29:41 am
I know LM is quite a way off, but my mind started wandering (as it does when I should be writing about Modernist era concrete defects) as to what I can fit in a very samll car (i.e Westfield).
This year I took a hell of a lot of stuff, most of which I never used, some of which I did.
What is the least amount of kit someone has taken and been ok with?
C
This year I took a hell of a lot of stuff, most of which I never used, some of which I did.
What is the least amount of kit someone has taken and been ok with?
C
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Steve Pyro on August 18, 2006, 09:39:34 am
All you really need is a passport and credit / debit card.
If you're happy to buy stuff, use it and leave it there, most 'essentials' can be bought at Carrefour or your other hypermarket of choice.
If you're happy to buy stuff, use it and leave it there, most 'essentials' can be bought at Carrefour or your other hypermarket of choice.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Ferrari Spider on August 18, 2006, 09:58:50 am
The other place to pick up a bargain is actually on one of the campsites. Easy access, most of them are four parts to the wind the moment their feet touch french soil, so they won't miss anything you fancy and its free.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: combover on August 18, 2006, 10:01:18 am
The other place to pick up a bargain is actually on one of the campsites. Easy access, most of them are four parts to the wind the moment their feet touch french soil, so they won't miss anything you fancy and its free.
Are you now the proud owner of a lovely Haglofs soft shell jacket by chance? I wouldn't mind picking one up next year if you're about... ::)
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Ferrari Spider on August 18, 2006, 10:05:59 am
The other place to pick up a bargain is actually on one of the campsites. Easy access, most of them are four parts to the wind the moment their feet touch french soil, so they won't miss anything you fancy and its free.
Are you now the proud owner of a lovely Haglofs soft shell jacket by chance? I wouldn't mind picking one up next year if you're about... ::)
is this some sort of secret wrinkley code ???
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: rcutler on August 18, 2006, 10:12:06 am
I know LM is quite a way off, but my mind started wandering (as it does when I should be writing about Modernist era concrete defects) as to what I can fit in a very samll car (i.e Westfield).
This year I took a hell of a lot of stuff, most of which I never used, some of which I did.
What is the least amount of kit someone has taken and been ok with?
C
This year I took a hell of a lot of stuff, most of which I never used, some of which I did.
What is the least amount of kit someone has taken and been ok with?
C
I cycle camped in 1998.
BTW I now take a 35 foot American RV, and tow a car.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Ferrari Spider on August 18, 2006, 10:16:26 am
I know LM is quite a way off, but my mind started wandering (as it does when I should be writing about Modernist era concrete defects) as to what I can fit in a very samll car (i.e Westfield).
This year I took a hell of a lot of stuff, most of which I never used, some of which I did.
What is the least amount of kit someone has taken and been ok with?
C
This year I took a hell of a lot of stuff, most of which I never used, some of which I did.
What is the least amount of kit someone has taken and been ok with?
C
I cycle camped in 1998.
BTW I now take a 35 foot American RV, and tow a car.
Rick you don't, your long suffering father takes HIS 35 foot american camper and you go along. BTW are you camping with him this year, I know when i spoke with him on the last Monday of LM he was mighty pissed off with you.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: rcutler on August 18, 2006, 10:54:18 am
No he was not pissed of with me it was the other guys that we were with.
It will be me and dad only next year. Newbies possibly from next door and guys from Dad's work may or may not come back (Family Issues).
I have already booked for next year. Just waiting for BF to release 07 prices.
It will be me and dad only next year. Newbies possibly from next door and guys from Dad's work may or may not come back (Family Issues).
I have already booked for next year. Just waiting for BF to release 07 prices.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Ferrari Spider on August 18, 2006, 11:00:24 am
No he was not pissed of with me it was the other guys that we were with.
It will be me and dad only next year. Newbies possibly from next door and guys from Dad's work may or may not come back (Family Issues).
I have already booked for next year. Just waiting for BF to release 07 prices.
It will be me and dad only next year. Newbies possibly from next door and guys from Dad's work may or may not come back (Family Issues).
I have already booked for next year. Just waiting for BF to release 07 prices.
lets not have a tiff, dear, i can only report what we actually discussed.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Steve Pyro on August 18, 2006, 11:02:49 am
Rick you don't, your long suffering father takes HIS 35 foot american camper and you go along. BTW are you camping with him this year, I know when i spoke with him on the last Monday of LM he was mighty pissed off with you.
LMAO ;D
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: combover on August 18, 2006, 12:08:30 pm
The other place to pick up a bargain is actually on one of the campsites. Easy access, most of them are four parts to the wind the moment their feet touch french soil, so they won't miss anything you fancy and its free.
Are you now the proud owner of a lovely Haglofs soft shell jacket by chance? I wouldn't mind picking one up next year if you're about... ::)
is this some sort of secret wrinkley code ???
Sorry having a bad day. I'm just after knowing what realistically I can get away with taking, or not taking. Is a Westfield a silly idea?
I don't have much knowledge of long-distance driving, but this is something I want to do.
Or will it be ridiculously cramped and too inconvenient?
C
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: RichUK on August 18, 2006, 12:28:52 pm
Lots of people make the trip in a Caterfield or similiar, so I'd imagine you'd be fine. :)
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Ferrari Spider on August 18, 2006, 02:04:27 pm
The other place to pick up a bargain is actually on one of the campsites. Easy access, most of them are four parts to the wind the moment their feet touch french soil, so they won't miss anything you fancy and its free.
Are you now the proud owner of a lovely Haglofs soft shell jacket by chance? I wouldn't mind picking one up next year if you're about... ::)
is this some sort of secret wrinkley code ???
Sorry having a bad day. I'm just after knowing what realistically I can get away with taking, or not taking. Is a Westfield a silly idea?
I don't have much knowledge of long-distance driving, but this is something I want to do.
Or will it be ridiculously cramped and too inconvenient?
C
the most important question is your own personal body hugeness ;), me, i wouldn't even get a knee in let alone my arse. don't forget you'll also need a van or truck to bring life's necessities.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: combover on August 18, 2006, 02:12:39 pm
the most important question is your own personal body hugeness ;), me, i wouldn't even get a knee in let alone my arse. don't forget you'll also need a van or truck to bring life's necessities.
I weigh 60 Kg, so i'm not huge and am fairly flexible.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: fagey on August 18, 2006, 02:49:48 pm
A rubber man!! westies/caterham/locusts are ok but you really need an estate at least..for the fridge, genny, tents, gazeebos and crates of kronenbourg to build the wall ;D
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: BryanC on August 20, 2006, 04:29:38 pm
I've done it in the Westie for the last 8 years - including the wet one, and with no.1 son as passenger, taking two tents, sleeping bags, tools, trollies for a week, wok, wedge and passports. The trick is to use lots of bungies, fasten stuff to the roll bar, have a bag under your knees and drive steadily.
I've now reached an age where next year I'm taking a bigger tent ( courtesy of the Decathlon sale ), and a small saloon as I'm not likely to indulge anymore in the Friday antics at Houx or Arnage, and I want more space to bring the crates of Muscadet back.
My matey, takes his Westie and puts a microfridge for the cold beers in the passenger seat.
Go for it - where there's a will there is a way.
Regards
BryanC
I've now reached an age where next year I'm taking a bigger tent ( courtesy of the Decathlon sale ), and a small saloon as I'm not likely to indulge anymore in the Friday antics at Houx or Arnage, and I want more space to bring the crates of Muscadet back.
My matey, takes his Westie and puts a microfridge for the cold beers in the passenger seat.
Go for it - where there's a will there is a way.
Regards
BryanC
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: neilsie on August 21, 2006, 01:17:56 am
take the kit car or whatever... i've biked it several times..
just make sure you got mates who can act as support vehicles!
just make sure you got mates who can act as support vehicles!
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: combover on August 22, 2006, 07:14:50 pm
I've done it in the Westie for the last 8 years - including the wet one, and with no.1 son as passenger, taking two tents, sleeping bags, tools, trollies for a week, wok, wedge and passports. The trick is to use lots of bungies, fasten stuff to the roll bar, have a bag under your knees and drive steadily.
I've now reached an age where next year I'm taking a bigger tent ( courtesy of the Decathlon sale ), and a small saloon as I'm not likely to indulge anymore in the Friday antics at Houx or Arnage, and I want more space to bring the crates of Muscadet back.
My matey, takes his Westie and puts a microfridge for the cold beers in the passenger seat.
Go for it - where there's a will there is a way.
Regards
BryanC
I've now reached an age where next year I'm taking a bigger tent ( courtesy of the Decathlon sale ), and a small saloon as I'm not likely to indulge anymore in the Friday antics at Houx or Arnage, and I want more space to bring the crates of Muscadet back.
My matey, takes his Westie and puts a microfridge for the cold beers in the passenger seat.
Go for it - where there's a will there is a way.
Regards
BryanC
Thanks for the advice chum :D
Just one question, do you take your all-weather gear for the car or leave it at home? I was thinking of getting one with aero-screens, but I think that might be taking it a touch too far...
C
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: termietermite on August 23, 2006, 03:02:34 pm
My mate Paul has the perfect answer to this. He brings the Moggie and lets me provide all the gear ::)
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: combover on August 23, 2006, 07:14:29 pm
My mate Paul has the perfect answer to this. He brings the Moggie and lets me provide all the gear ::)
termietermite's list for LM:
Whiskas
Kitty Litter
Blanket
Flea Collar
Sedative....
Sorry couldn't resist... :-[
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: BryanC on August 23, 2006, 11:38:56 pm
Yep - full weather gear goes as well.
Anybody who goes to Le Mans in June knows the weather can go to extremes - as it nears the big race, I always check out the long range forecast thread on CA, then ignore it !.
Sixty odd years ago, Eisenhower delayed his crossing for 24 hrs to France because the weather was so bad. On the other hand it can be dangerously hot. Last year was just right.
I dump the spare wheel and put a small wooden shelf over the number plate brackets which allows me to stack stuff on the back.
I've managed to just squeeze a bottle of Calvados and a Ricard in the space left over to come back.
Good fun in a 7 whatever happens. Sounds like this thread could be renamed how much more can you take in a small car.
Regards
BryanC
Anybody who goes to Le Mans in June knows the weather can go to extremes - as it nears the big race, I always check out the long range forecast thread on CA, then ignore it !.
Sixty odd years ago, Eisenhower delayed his crossing for 24 hrs to France because the weather was so bad. On the other hand it can be dangerously hot. Last year was just right.
I dump the spare wheel and put a small wooden shelf over the number plate brackets which allows me to stack stuff on the back.
I've managed to just squeeze a bottle of Calvados and a Ricard in the space left over to come back.
Good fun in a 7 whatever happens. Sounds like this thread could be renamed how much more can you take in a small car.
Regards
BryanC
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: combover on August 26, 2006, 03:30:20 pm
Thanks Bryan!
Just another quick question? Do you go with anyone else, actng as a sort of 'back-up' car?
If I were to be doing it, it would be just the one car.
C
Just another quick question? Do you go with anyone else, actng as a sort of 'back-up' car?
If I were to be doing it, it would be just the one car.
C
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: BryanC on August 27, 2006, 01:11:25 am
Yes
I do travel with a mate and meet up with Regulars when I get there, but there are many small groups travelling down to Le Mans offering mutual support.I know ther is a big contingent travel to a Chateau site, north of the circuit. I prefer to travel a good distance further and drive up for the day. Others stop on the circuit and put the car to rest for the duration.
A friend said to me - keep the engine wet and drive steady ( oil level OK, plenty of fuel, and water to keep it cool ), and there is not much that a set of simple tools can't fix.
Its only just over 100 miles from Caen so its hardly crossing the Sahara.
( famous last words..! ) The pics show our commune and son in 'resting' status.
Don't hesitate. Check out the WSCC web-site, some are already planning their trip for 2007.
Regards
Bryan C
I do travel with a mate and meet up with Regulars when I get there, but there are many small groups travelling down to Le Mans offering mutual support.I know ther is a big contingent travel to a Chateau site, north of the circuit. I prefer to travel a good distance further and drive up for the day. Others stop on the circuit and put the car to rest for the duration.
A friend said to me - keep the engine wet and drive steady ( oil level OK, plenty of fuel, and water to keep it cool ), and there is not much that a set of simple tools can't fix.
Its only just over 100 miles from Caen so its hardly crossing the Sahara.
( famous last words..! ) The pics show our commune and son in 'resting' status.
Don't hesitate. Check out the WSCC web-site, some are already planning their trip for 2007.
Regards
Bryan C
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: termietermite on August 27, 2006, 11:04:53 am
My mate Paul has the perfect answer to this. He brings the Moggie and lets me provide all the gear ::)
termietermite's list for LM:
Whiskas
Kitty Litter
Blanket
Flea Collar
Sedative....
Sorry couldn't resist... :-[
But seriously, it's true, what you can't fit in your car, you can always borrow/share/buy when you get here. It's actually quite civilised here in the Sarthe and most CAers will help out in emergencies!
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: combover on August 31, 2006, 08:24:34 pm
Yes
I do travel with a mate and meet up with Regulars when I get there, but there are many small groups travelling down to Le Mans offering mutual support.I know ther is a big contingent travel to a Chateau site, north of the circuit. I prefer to travel a good distance further and drive up for the day. Others stop on the circuit and put the car to rest for the duration.
A friend said to me - keep the engine wet and drive steady ( oil level OK, plenty of fuel, and water to keep it cool ), and there is not much that a set of simple tools can't fix.
Its only just over 100 miles from Caen so its hardly crossing the Sahara.
( famous last words..! ) The pics show our commune and son in 'resting' status.
Don't hesitate. Check out the WSCC web-site, some are already planning their trip for 2007.
Regards
Bryan C
I do travel with a mate and meet up with Regulars when I get there, but there are many small groups travelling down to Le Mans offering mutual support.I know ther is a big contingent travel to a Chateau site, north of the circuit. I prefer to travel a good distance further and drive up for the day. Others stop on the circuit and put the car to rest for the duration.
A friend said to me - keep the engine wet and drive steady ( oil level OK, plenty of fuel, and water to keep it cool ), and there is not much that a set of simple tools can't fix.
Its only just over 100 miles from Caen so its hardly crossing the Sahara.
( famous last words..! ) The pics show our commune and son in 'resting' status.
Don't hesitate. Check out the WSCC web-site, some are already planning their trip for 2007.
Regards
Bryan C
Thanks for the info! Can I further ask, waht do you do for a secure place put your things for safe keeping?
C
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: BryanC on September 01, 2006, 07:50:10 pm
That would be telling - the obvious answer is zipped into my shorts.
The other answer is have you seen Christopher Walkden in Pulp Fiction ( the watch speech ) ?
Yep - carry it around but most things you can leave on trust at the camp-site although you never can be 100% safe. See the Pikey threads elsewhere.
Gosh I hate pikeys.........!
Regards
Bryan C
The other answer is have you seen Christopher Walkden in Pulp Fiction ( the watch speech ) ?
Yep - carry it around but most things you can leave on trust at the camp-site although you never can be 100% safe. See the Pikey threads elsewhere.
Gosh I hate pikeys.........!
Regards
Bryan C
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: oldtimer on March 07, 2007, 02:36:01 pm
What is the least amount of kit someone has taken and been ok with?
A wallet, a bottle opener and a tooth-brush.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Lorry on March 07, 2007, 03:11:06 pm
I've tried it in the Westfield, with absolutely nothing other than a mate and a few spanners. The trick is to have another mate in a large car and caravan.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Integra Jim B on March 07, 2007, 03:20:07 pm
The other thing is that as a fellow guest of Brian's he's got nothing worth stealing !!!!
I like my luxuries and therefore my Dad and I go in a 4 seater car and take as much as we can.
I like my luxuries and therefore my Dad and I go in a 4 seater car and take as much as we can.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: BryanC on March 13, 2007, 10:11:11 pm
Guys
( What's the minimum one can take? )
Jim is the Minimum Meister. The next round will be the first.
All crossing on Tuesday afternoon and staying the night at Ouisterham. Any CA's about at 10.00pm on Tuesday - we will be at the Broche D'Argent for a crafty Muscadet or six.
By the way - no Westy this year, taking some sitting-up seats and a bigger tent and coming back with a few crates of Sur Lie.
See you in June
Bryan C
Bryan C.
( What's the minimum one can take? )
Jim is the Minimum Meister. The next round will be the first.
All crossing on Tuesday afternoon and staying the night at Ouisterham. Any CA's about at 10.00pm on Tuesday - we will be at the Broche D'Argent for a crafty Muscadet or six.
By the way - no Westy this year, taking some sitting-up seats and a bigger tent and coming back with a few crates of Sur Lie.
See you in June
Bryan C
Bryan C.
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Integra Jim B on March 16, 2007, 02:28:58 pm
Yes look forward to seeing anyone that may be in the area who may be in the area on Tuesday night to sample the local vino.
You can tell what were like, already planning were to drink and its 3 months away.
Roll on June
You can tell what were like, already planning were to drink and its 3 months away.
Roll on June
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: starbar on May 15, 2007, 01:07:12 am
God what has happened to this site, a few years ago the first thing on everyones list to take was the dreaded....W**k sock.
Have we all gone civilised!!!!!!!
Surely this is still number one
Have we all gone civilised!!!!!!!
Surely this is still number one
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Andy Zarse on May 15, 2007, 03:51:36 pm
The poor old CA WS seems to have declined in popularity a bit recently. I think it's seen as old fashioned, a bit like the toned down fun fair or the all new Terte Rouge; modern and sophisticated, but not quite like the old days. I'm afraid on CA these days it's all Gimps/Vicars/Hermaphrodites and other high-faluting nonsense. Plus ca change...
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: termietermite on May 17, 2007, 11:08:29 am
This should be an LM essential
(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q103/cooperlola/MobileWC.jpg)
(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q103/cooperlola/MobileWC.jpg)
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: BigH on May 17, 2007, 11:55:05 am
Quote
This should be an LM essential
Holy Mr Shanks and the Porcelein Boys!!
There is a God in heaven after all, - Richard Dawkins should see this, I'm getting a letter off to him now.
That, I'd say, is the answer to all my dreams, or at least most of them.
Caramba!
H
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Rhino on May 17, 2007, 10:44:35 pm
Thought it could be a good revenue earner if someone could get some socks printed. Pay for server time for a while ;D
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Lorry on May 17, 2007, 11:21:58 pm
This should be an LM essential
I thought the Purple Helmets had one with a motor, but I could only find the bar (No change there then)(http://www.thepurplehelmets.com/gallery/stunts/images/ST%20(12).jpg)
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Lorry on May 17, 2007, 11:29:09 pm
Anyone for the Piano Bar
(http://www.thepurplehelmets.com/gallery/stunts/images/ST%20(18).jpg)
(http://www.thepurplehelmets.com/gallery/stunts/images/ST%20(18).jpg)
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Leftie on May 18, 2007, 01:30:00 am
There use to be a restuarant in Yarmouth (south coast) that had a piano on a platform at 1st floor level, there was no 1st floor! The 'pianist' used to be hoisted up in a 'bosuns chair' to play the thing.
The highlight of thevening is he comes down and a noisy obnoxtious customers is forceable placed in said chair and hoisted up for all to see.
Can anyone similar stories regarding this place or others?
Jerry
The highlight of thevening is he comes down and a noisy obnoxtious customers is forceable placed in said chair and hoisted up for all to see.
Can anyone similar stories regarding this place or others?
Jerry
Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: Fran on May 18, 2007, 08:28:46 am
Blimey - I know that place - used to go there in my Solent sailing days! I always felt rather sorry for the pianist tho.
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Title: Re: What's the minimum one can take?
Post by: jpchenet on May 18, 2007, 12:03:39 pm
Blimey - I know that place - used to go there in my Solent sailing days! I always felt rather sorry for the pianist tho.
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Were you ever "hoisted" there Fran :o :o :o
