It's 1000 miles there and back, we're wearing shades, and we're in crap cars...
On 10th July 2008, Team Chow Mein will once again embark upon an epic journey
A journey that will separate the men from the mice
A journey that's bound to see several cars expire in a cloud of burnt oil
All for charity.
This journey is called... The Scumball
Last year, we took our diesel powered Audi 80 Avant to the perilous Nurburgring and back in 4 days. This year, we will be taking the Audi 80's sibling, an Audi S2. We got there and back last year... but can we do it for a second time?
The Itinerary...
Day 1
We'll be meeting at Nottingham for a briefing, buffet dinner, beer and a good scout round everyone else's Scum-chariots on the Thursday night.
Day 2
Early start. Hopefully straight to Donington Park for a few parade laps (subject to their confirmation at this point), then probably a bit of larking around, shrinkwrapping and water fighting before we head down to Dover to meet and board the ferry. Quick channel-hop before we make our way to a nice hotel near Brussels Airport. Few more drinks, bar meal and get some sleep. Unless you want to sample Brussels fine nightlife, in which case you have our pity!
Day 3
The Nürburgring Nordschliefe is open to the public all weekend, so on Saturday, the hardcore track maniacs can head straight to the 'Ring and get some quality time in. Alternatively, sleep in, stop for lunch on the way to Nürburg, maybe put a few sighting laps in and head to the hotel. The hotel is about 20 minutes from the 'Ring this year (damn Truck GP!)
Day 4
Sunday is dedicated to track time at the 'Ring, use up your 10 lap allowance, then start buying your own if your car is still healthy! We'll also most likely go out for something to eat on Sunday evening. The Pistenklause Restuarant is consistently fantastic every time we're there and they deserve our custom again - Steak Argentina anyone?
Day 5
The 'Ring may be open on the Monday, so the hardcore lappers might get in a few more circuits before they set off. Sometime during the afternoon we’ll all head over the border into France, to Reims. Once there, we can soak up some of the local champagne and have a nice meal of snails and other stereotypical delicacies. We're staying in the city centre, so going out is definitely an option. It's good to see the old pits and grandstand just outside the town too.
Day 6
Tuesday is another easy cruise, back to the Ferry port in plenty of time for some duty-free shopping and a bite to eat before we catch the ferry back to Blighty.
The Charity...
AMEND is a patient support group run by volunteers for the benefit of everyone affected by the multiple endocrine neoplasia disorders and their associated familial and sporadic growths. In addition to providing worldwide email and telephone support, AMEND runs a research database and produces patient information. With strong medical advisory team backup, AMEND has gone from strength to strength since it's inception as a registered UK charity in 2002, and in 2007 has formed a patient/professional partnership working group to look at ways of improving the care and management of MEN patients throughout the UK.
AMEND's website can be found at www.amend.org.uk
I have chosen to support AMEND as what they do is very close to my heart. In 1998, I lost my mum, Laura, to MEN1 related cancers. AMEND are a very small, voluntarily run charity and I wanted to take the opportunity to give something back to them for the wonderful work they do supporting people with MEN.
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Association For Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Disorders will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.
So please sponsor me now!
Many thanks for your support.
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Raised so far: £1,403.00
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well done Donation by Mamad Salamat on 07/08/08 |
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congratulations - I bet Lewis Hamilton and his McLaren team are worried! Donation by jim ferguson on 21/07/08 |
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Good Luck Ben! Donation by Claire Weatherall on 17/07/08 |
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Better late than never, I guess. Donation by JamesB on 16/07/08 |
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Good luck Ben from all of us at Principal Hygiene!! xxxx Donation by Claire Morgan on 13/07/08 |
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Good Luck! Donation by Vicky Blore on 09/07/08 |
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Good luck Ben - see you back at the Snipe Donation by Ed on 08/07/08 |
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Good Luck! Donation by Catherine Brady on 08/07/08 |
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Best of luck Ben, hope you enjoy. Donation by Suzanne Young on 07/07/08 |
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Wish I had the time, looks like a good mission. Donation by K Simmonds on 06/07/08 |
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Good Luck Ben. Donation comes from Pincher in the way of Motor Show tickets. Donation by Martin (18ME) on 05/07/08 |
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Ben Good luck - wish I was coming! Donation by _Tone_ From Tyresmoke on 04/07/08 |
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have fun ! Donation by Joanne Morley on 04/07/08 |
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Good luck! Donation by Phil, Ruth, Emma & William on 03/07/08 |
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'ave summa that you **** Donation by danksy on 03/07/08 |
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It will take a bit more than gaffer tape!! :-) Good Luck Donation by Red Baron V on 03/07/08 |
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Looks like fun to me..... Good luck xx Donation by Mel Thompson on 03/07/08 |
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Good luck!!! ;-) Donation by Nikki on 03/07/08 |
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Donation by Liz & John Heal on 02/07/08 |
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Donation by David Thorpe on 02/07/08 |
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'Ave it out there big fella - no burn outs mind!! Donation by Winton on 01/07/08 |
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Good luck Ben, I guess the new suspension is on hold for the time being. Hope to ctach up with you at Castle Combe if you're up for it...... Donation by AdieT on 01/07/08 |
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Good luck guys - All the best from A8 Parts - Hope you all have a safe enjoyable trip and hopefully we might make it ourselves next year :-) Donation by www.a8parts.co.uk on 30/06/08 |
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Good luck Ben! Donation by Maria Langdown on 27/06/08 |
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Good luck Gents! Have you sorted that light bar properly? Vmax on the autobahn + loose light bar = interesting! Donation by techieboy on 27/06/08 |
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| Total Raised: | £1,403.00 |
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