THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT:  If you are interested in being placed on a "wait list", please contact Ron Martinez at 719-243-3531 or martinez.ron@Q.com 

      We are just few weeks away from the Tour de Telluride!  We have been working hard to make this a truly memorable tour for all of you!  By last count, the following cars will be driven on the tour:     

 

·         1 – Panamera Turbo

·         2 - 911 GT2s

·         2 – 911 GT3s

·         7 - 911 Turbos

·         12 – 911 Carreras 

·         2 – Cayman S

·         2 – Cayenne S

·         11 – Boxsters

·         2 – 968s

·         1 – 930

·         1 – 961

·         1 – 944 Turbo

·         2 – Undecided

 

What really gets us excited, is the thought of this group of cars, driving in a “parade” through the towns of Manitou Springs, Gunnison, Telluride, Durango, Silverton and Ouray.  What a site this is going to be!

 

Registration Verification

Please review the list of attendees and other information that was sent to you in June.  Please verify the accuracy of your information and let us know of any changes or corrections.  A final version of this will be distributed to participants on the Tour.

 

Thursday, July 15, 2010  – Start of Tour

The Tour will begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Hub Car Wash in Colorado Springs (4460 Forest Hill Road – 1 mile west of I-25 on Garden of the Gods and then 1 block south on Forest Hill Road – look for a Diamond Shamrock).  Breakfast is included as part of registration fee.  Please be on time as we must complete registration, pass out “Goodie Bags,” and conduct a mandatory “Driver’s Meeting.”  The first car out will be on the road at 9:00 sharp.

 

Dress

For nearly all portions of the Tour, the dress is casual.  However, on Thursday night, we are having dinner at Rustico Ristorante, an upscale restaurant in Telluride.  For this evening, we would recommend “mountain resort casual”.   This loosely translates into “business casual” with jeans.  On Saturday night, we are having our Closing Tour Dinner at the Capella Telluride.  For this we would suggest “mountain resort casual” as well.

 

Thursday Night Dinner

The Rustico Ristorante is considered one of the best Italian restaurants in SW Colorado.  Given the size of our group, they are unwilling to do separate checks.  Therefore, we need everyone to bring a checkbook for your dinner. The total, including tax and tip, is expected to be $50 per person.  Credit cards will not be accepted.

 

Mini-Show and Shine

The Town of Mountain Village has asked if we would be willing to display a select group of 4 or 5 cars on Saturday, July 17th.  The location will be their main plaza that is located adjacent to the Capella Telluride.  It is a relatively safe and secure venue and would highlight the Porsche Club’s visit to Telluride.   If you are interested in displaying your car, please let me know.

 

Telluride Weather

The Town of Telluride’s elevation is approximately 8,000 ft. and the Capella Telluride in Mountain Village is at approximately 9,000 ft.  Even though it will be mid-summer, the evening and morning temperatures will drop to the 40s and the mountains are prone to passing afternoon thunderstorms.  Please be sure to pack accordingly.

 

Jeep Tour

For those going on the Jeep Tour, you will climb to elevations over 13,000 ft.  Jackets, sunscreen, sunglasses, hats and cameras are an absolute must.  We will provide water and snacks for your ride.

 

Capella Telluride – Car Wash Options

The Capella Telluride has set aside a location where you will be able to wash your car.  They will provide high-pressure water, buckets, sponges and soap.  All you need to bring is your own towel.

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The Capella Telluride has offered to wash the outside of your car for $20.  They will wash it during the evening so that it’s ready for your drive in the morning.  If this is something you want, just let them know when you check into the hotel.

 

Capella Telluride – Check In

When we arrive at the Capella Telluride, we will immediately go to the underground parking lot where the hotel staff will expedite check-in and handle your bags.   Please be sure that all bags are properly “tagged” so they are delivered to the correct room.

 

“Must Bring” List

·         Sunscreen

·         A checkbook for the dinner on Thursday night.

·         Camera

·         Sunglasses

·         Jacket or warm sweater

·         Hat or visor

·         Full tank of gas and an empty bladder each morning

·         A smile and a desire to drive, make friends and have a FANTASTIC time! 

 

We can’t wait to see all of you!

 

 

Your Tour Hosts,

 

Ron & Sheri Martinez

719-243-3531

martinez.ron@Q.com

8305 Bluffview Way

Colorado Springs, CO 80919    

 

 

  On to Telluride!