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The Biggest Little 5er Fest, Reno, NV - September 10-12, 2021 - FINAL STRETCH!
Posted: Jun 01, 2021 1:27 PM
by Kenny Blankenship
UPDATED as of 6/24/2021 - REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN - See link below
http://msreg.com/BiggestLittle5erFest
As you know, we’ve been devastated by Covid the past year and our beloved “fests” in the West have been cancelled. As of today June 1st, Nevada has fully reopened and that means we are free to have gatherings again!!!
We are preparing for The Biggest Little 5er Fest in
Reno! This will be a very informal gathering along the lines of St. Paddy’s Day and 5er West. The main "Show and Shine" event will occur on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at
Lazy 5 Regional Park in Sparks, NV.
If there is enough demand, I will try to get a hotel to reserve some rooms. If you don’t mind roommates, there are Airbnb rentals for reasonable prices in the Washoe Valley…I can offer advice on the best areas to rent a home.
The featured chassis are the classic 5 series cars from 1972 to 2002, but all BMWs are welcome (including E23s…ahem). There may even be an old Tundra there!!!
So get out your pent up frustrations and meet with your BMW friends again! There will be an announcement very soon to register on Motorsportreg so we can get an accurate head count.
We look forward to seeing you there!!!
If you cannot attend but still want to order T-shirts, you have that option via the motorsportreg.com website. Bypass the registration fee (Saturday Show and Shine) for the event. T-shirts are available in medium olive ("military") green or charcoal gray.
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 01, 2021 8:30 PM
by ElGuappo
Flashback to 2008.
I'll be there
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 01, 2021 8:56 PM
by vinceg101
I am so there.
I'll even dig up the original T-Shirt.
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 01, 2021 11:08 PM
by Mike W.
Woo Hoo!!! Long time coming, seems like it's been forever. I'll be there.
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 02, 2021 12:29 PM
by mottati
looking forward to it!
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 05, 2021 3:49 PM
by hubble1953
Wow; I went to the 5erWest in Reno years ago:)
Was a great time,
jm
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 05, 2021 3:55 PM
by Kenny Blankenship
This will be less formal since we're all desperate for companionship...
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 05, 2021 6:41 PM
by hubble1953
Well, anything would be great:).
I might plan a little vacation around this event.
jm
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 05, 2021 11:35 PM
by Gary Collins
I’m in .....drive up 395 from LA will be fun !!
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 06, 2021 11:00 PM
by Mike W.
I'll be there regardless, but I'd like to make an argument for E39s. When 5er Fest started in '02, the newest E28s were 14 years old. Currently the newest E39s are 18 years old.
In other words we'll be there in the wife's car, the E39 touring, emasculated version. While something interesting for me is on the agenda, I doubt I'll have it by then. If you want me to just STFU, I understand, and I'll be there anyway.
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 07, 2021 12:38 PM
by austin8753
i'm sure @danielpouch and i will be in attendance (well, if his e28 is running again, by that point).
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 10, 2021 9:19 AM
by laguna30
Very Glad to see the return
Am obligated to another adventure at that time
Enjoy
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 12, 2021 9:55 PM
by tig
Even though that's my birthday weekend I WILL FUCKING BE THERE.
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 14, 2021 2:38 AM
by Yar
Sounds fun! It's been way too long since I've seen you guys.
I'll try to make it.
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 17, 2021 1:24 PM
by Kenny Blankenship
Things are moving along...we have secured County approval for the requested venue!
The event will be held at Lazy 5 Regional Park in Sparks, NV. We have reserved the Sunrise Pavilion:
https://www.washoecounty.us/parks/parks ... l_park.php
https://www.washoecounty.us/parks/renta ... unrise.php
Yar wrote: Jun 14, 2021 2:38 AM
Sounds fun! It's been way too long since I've seen you guys.
I'll try to make it.
YARRRRRRRRRR!!! You better make it duuuuuuuuude...
Mike W. wrote: Jun 06, 2021 11:00 PM
I'll be there regardless, but I'd like to make an argument for E39s. When 5er Fest started in '02, the newest E28s were 14 years old. Currently the newest E39s are 18 years old.
In other words we'll be there in the wife's car, the E39 touring, emasculated version. While something interesting for me is on the agenda, I doubt I'll have it by then. If you want me to just STFU, I understand, and I'll be there anyway.
Great care was taken in considering your request and we have decided to accept your premise!
Of course that means you will have to clean up your E39...
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 19, 2021 3:33 PM
by ElGuappo
Looks like there are fairly serious rules about alcohol and music (NONE), we will have to mind our Ps and Qs.
Or we can trust in Yars cop deescalation game...
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 19, 2021 3:49 PM
by Mike W.
ElGuappo wrote: Jun 19, 2021 3:33 PM
Looks like there are fairly serious rules about alcohol and music (NONE)
Really? In Nevada? The state with 24/7 alcohol sales and few restrictions on walking around with an open drink?
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021
Posted: Jun 19, 2021 4:30 PM
by ElGuappo
Music is a deinite NO, but alcohol requires a special permit.
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest Announcement, Reno, NV - September 11, 2021 - UPDATED!!!
Posted: Jun 24, 2021 3:44 PM
by Kenny Blankenship
Registration is now open. We do ask a few questions, please take a little time to answer them completely. Thank you!!!
http://msreg.com/BiggestLittle5erFest
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest, Reno, NV - September 10-12, 2021 - UPDATED WITH T-SHIRT DESIGN!!!!
Posted: Jun 25, 2021 12:04 PM
by ElGuappo
Registered!
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest, Reno, NV - September 10-12, 2021 - UPDATED WITH T-SHIRT DESIGN!!!!
Posted: Jun 25, 2021 1:00 PM
by tig
ElGuappo wrote: Jun 25, 2021 12:04 PMRegistered!
Ditto, and confirmed I have a hall pass. Not yet sure where I'll be driving from (Utah or WA), or what car I'll bring (ideally it's Minerva).
Thanks for making this happen Eric!
And, I'm sure nobody'll be suprised to know
I FREAKING LOVE THE SHIRT DESIGN!
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest, Reno, NV - September 10-12, 2021 - UPDATED WITH T-SHIRT DESIGN!!!!
Posted: Jun 25, 2021 1:39 PM
by Snoopy11
Wish I could make this event - you boys have fun!
I looked through the website for photos of the t-shirts so I can support the cause but can't seem to find any. Can someone be so kind to post photos here.
thx!
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest, Reno, NV - September 10-12, 2021 - UPDATED WITH T-SHIRT DESIGN!!!!
Posted: Jun 25, 2021 2:49 PM
by Kenny Blankenship
Snoopy11 wrote: Jun 25, 2021 1:39 PM
Wish I could make this event - you boys have fun!
I looked through the website for photos of the t-shirts so I can support the cause but can't seem to find any. Can someone be so kind to post photos here.
thx!
Because of logistical reasons, we could not place photos of the t-shirts on the website. There is a photo in this thread. If you can't see the photo, PM me and I can send it to you.
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest, Reno, NV - September 10-12, 2021 - UPDATED WITH T-SHIRT DESIGN!!!!
Posted: Jun 25, 2021 6:58 PM
by travisj
cek wrote: Jun 25, 2021 1:00 PM
ElGuappo wrote: Jun 25, 2021 12:04 PMRegistered!
Ditto, and confirmed I have a hall pass. Not yet sure where I'll be driving from (Utah or WA), or what car I'll bring (ideally it's Minerva).
Thanks for making this happen Eric!
And, I'm sure nobody'll be suprised to know
I FREAKING LOVE THE SHIRT DESIGN!
Make it Utah. I will stop by and we can start the caravan with Kahl. Minerva, M535 and 533.
Re: The Biggest Little 5er Fest, Reno, NV - September 10-12, 2021 - UPDATED WITH T-SHIRT DESIGN!!!!
Posted: Jun 25, 2021 7:32 PM
by Snoopy11
pm'd