[Ducati] Donnington GP anybody?

Thu Apr 3 10:30:04 EDT 2008

Yes, I know... a very unrealistic estimate.
Maybe I could convert the Duck to ethanol, and I could use the same brew for
fueling us both.
Kevin

On Tue, Apr 1, 2008 at 8:11 PM, Alec Moss <amoss at coastside.net> wrote:

> Only $6 a day for beer?
>
>
> Alec
>
>
> On 4/1/08 4:19 PM, "Kevin Kachadourian" <kkachadourian at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Yes, but let me do the (very) rough math for a second.
> > gas 8000 miles, at 50 mpg, at $4 per gallon = $640
> > of approx 35 travel days, I can mooch off friends for 20. That leaves 15
> > days I have to provide sleeping, dinner and breakfast;
> > $10 campground fee + $3 fresh veggies and raman noodles + $6 beer for 15
> > days = $285
> > Drinks for friends I'm mooching off of $15 for 20 days = $300
> > Sundries $5 for 35 days = $175
> > tires, belts, oil and filter for Duck = $480
> > So, if I cut it to the bone, and there are no mishaps (as there were
> last
> > year), I might be able to pull this off for $1880, a little more than
> > Donnington. Of course, the Donnington MotoGP is just a weekend, but the
> trip
> > is for 5 weeks, over a dozen states and many miles, lots of curves, and
> the
> > chance to rupture my spleen near a cattle crossing in Texas,.... Well,
> maybe
> > the Donnington trip is a better idea after all.
> > Kevin
> >
> > On 4/1/08, Alec Moss <amoss at coastside.net> wrote:
> >>
> >> I don't know...United SF to London is 1400 bucks in August, not to
> mention
> >> the crummy exchange rate, thanks in large part to our lame...ahhh,
> never
> >> mind.
> >>
> >>
> >> Alec
> >>
> >>
> >> On 4/1/08 11:18 AM, "Kevin Kachadourian" <kkachadourian at gmail.com>
> wrote:
> >>
> >>> Ooo, very tempting, but June 22nd should see me somewhere between
> >> Montana
> >>> and North Dakota, on my second Oakland to Laguna Seca trip attempt.
> >> Although
> >>> it would be a lot cheaper to fly to England for a week and do the VIP
> >> thing
> >>> at Donnington.
> >>> Kevin
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> On 4/1/08, Vicki Smith <Veloce916 at aol.com> wrote:
> >>>>
> >>>> DUCATI UK will be rolling out the 'red carpet' for up to 50 guests at
> >> this
> >>>> year's Moto GP on the 22nd June at Donington Park.
> >>>> This exclusive offer will enable race fans to cheer on their heroes
> >> from
> >>>> the comfort of a hospitality suite at Redgate that offers panoramic
> >> views
> >>>> from the start- finish straight to Redgate Corner and the sweep into
> >>>> Hollywood.
> >>>>
> >>>> The Ducati hospitality package offers fantastic value for money with
> >>>> dedicated parking, 'grandstand' type views, television coverage, food
> >> and
> >>>> refreshments throughout the day and a programme and a Ducati gift as
> a
> >>>> memento of a day to remember.
> >>>>
> >>>> This VIP offer is limited to 50 places to ensure an exclusive
> >> experience,
> >>>> the full package includes:
> >>>>
> >>>> * Admission ticket to circuit and hospitality suite at Redgate
> >>>> * Privileged parking 1 per 2 guests
> >>>> * Tea and coffee on arrival
> >>>> * Official programme
> >>>> * Exclusive viewing area across track and paddock
> >>>> * Circuit television coverage within the VIP area
> >>>> * Waitress service throughout the day
> >>>> * Fresh coffee and tea selection
> >>>> * Complimentary beers, wines and soft drinks
> >>>> * Two course buffet lunch
> >>>> * Afternoon tea served with sandwiches and fresh cream scones
> >>>> * Daily newspapers
> >>>> * Race Day Gift
> >>>>
> >>>>
> >>>> Price per person £299.00
> >>>>
> >>>> Tickets can be ordered by sending a cheque to:
> >>>>
> >>>> Bobbie Cowley
> >>>> Events Manager
> >>>> Ducati UK Ltd
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