May 17, 2010 12:00 PM - 7 attended

the Amgen Tour

Downtown Santa Rosa (map)

Selected By: Remy G

UPDATE on Locations:

If you want to shoot the race downtown, Meetup with CHAS at 2:30 pm on the corner of B and 8th streets - he will be wearing a hat and a Reddish/Burgundy Shirt. Anyone meeting up w/ him might have a look at his photo pg to see what he looks like. The shot of the guy in the Vineman tee-shirt, drinking the bottle is Chas. If you can't find him Monday you can ring him on [masked].

When you meet him there you can decide what vantage point will be best, whether you stay on the ground or head up to the top of the parking garage for that 'above view' perspective. you will be a few blocks away from the finish line, and all the vendors and activities. Be sure and look at the map attached to this meetup announcement that shows the road closures and the parking lots that will be open and closed....

If you want to shoot the race on Bennett Valley road, meet Remy at the Safeway Parking lot on the corner of Yulupa and Bethards no later than 115 pm. They will be closing Bennett Valley road east of the golf course by 2pm so I do not want to get stuck there and have to walk in! lol We will have a bit longer to wait but we will have our own cars and some pretty landscapes to shoot. No Vendors out there that I know of so if you need snacks or water, please plan accordingly!

What I don't know is how long Bennett Valley will be closed to vehicles once the riders make their pass...Once you drive in, I'm guessing you are there till they tell you you can leave!

They are saying "chance of showers" so layer up and bring your protective gear if you have that...

My cell is 916 - 284 - 3853 take it with you on race day if you want, maybe we can meet up after if any one wants, and show off what we've done...

Have FUN!!!!

  • Chas
    Chas

    I say let's have people at both locations. This gives some variety as to what's shot and how. It also makes for sharing of various shots form different locals.

    Posted May 2, 2010 at 2:50 PM
  • Remy G
    Remy G

    http://www.weather.com/outlook/recreation/golf/tenday/USC...

    Ok members. RAIN??? maybe we need a plan B just in case...

    Posted May 12, 2010 at 11:08 PM
  • Chas
    Chas

    Accuweather says "chance of a shower". That's not so bad. I'll take one Monday morning and that should take care of it.

    Posted May 12, 2010 at 11:27 PM
  • Chas
    Chas

    Hey Rem,
    How about the grp meeting up afterward for a beer (or beverage of choice)?

    Posted May 13, 2010 at 6:13 PM
  • Jan  Moreno
    Jan Moreno

    I am planing to go to the golf course as I want to see them on the road coming in - checked it out yesterday - drove the course to Glen Ellen looking for that special place. Seems the best for getting in and out is the golf course - isn't there parking available there? as to time, there were signs up saying road would be closed between 3 & 4. Should be fun - lets hope the rain stays away till they pass the finish line.

    Posted May 16, 2010 at 11:54 AM
  • Cecilia
    Cecilia

    Yes the golf course has parking, but I think it might be harder to get out of there than the safeway parking lot, as its closer to the action.

    Posted May 17, 2010 at 9:14 AM
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7 attended
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  • Event Host
    Remy G
    Organizer
    I think we were smart to spread out and shoot different locations...although it would have been great to get together after...that rain really got in the way didnt it.
  • Event Host
    Chas
    We had two of us downtown and two more out on Bennett Vy Rd. Had a good vantage point, and the riders came real close to us. Would do it again.
  • Dana Volz
    Had a great time as always! Too bad the weather wasn't more agreeable however rain couldn't stop us. Great communication from the organizer and we all I'm sure had a successful experience. Can't wait to see the pics from all! Thanks all!
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Ray helps with organization and training.

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