Denise.....He's got bigger ones than mine? is there something you want to tell us..lol.. Dave good luck on your trip as I said before count me in on the mileage I hope Roy is puting in a relief tube for you now that you've lost all that weight I know you're living on water and better have a way to get rid of it....
What a great idea. My butt hurts just reading this but more power to him. I will get everyone I know here in So Cal to donate......best of luck. I have this bookmarked in my favorites to follow!!!
Great idea and a good cause! Funny how some people tell you all the reasons why you can't do something. Its better to try and fail at it than not to try at all! And as far as being a danger to the public, I doubt that. No more than the mindless and countless number people texting, talking on the cell phone, drinking, reading, eating, etc........! In the 50K I've driven in my roadster, with the wind in your face, getting sleepy just doesn't happen to me no matter how long or late the drive is. Good Luck!
I'm a computer dummie, will there be some online way of tracking your progress and knowing when you should be passing some point along the way? Is there some fundraising info going out to radio and newspapers along your planned route? Maybe that is asking for a speeding ticket, have fun, drive safe.
You go, Dave! We'll be cheering you on from here. I just finished writing a road trip story, where we went almost 80 hours straight without sleep. I don't recommend it -damn near killed me! Seemed like a pretty big deal, until reading this. Iron Butts, indeed... You're a stud! If you swing through southern Oregon, stop in for an eight minute lunch (we'll go to McDonalds). Scotty
So in first hearing something like this you think "sure, no problem"? He's probably going to be eating, drinking, pissing, etc. while driving. He's probably going to be fatigued. Falling asleep, or even being sleepy at the wheel is dangerous. You think you can keep going, then your body and mind can basically "shut down". The cliche you mention, is just that- as in it doesn't apply as universally as it sounds. I'm not sounding the alarm here or wishing him bad luck, but acting like it's a cake walk and not adding to the danger (to others) on the road is a bit much. Having done this type of thing for 3 days is quite different than going 9 days. I think there would be little difference in donations if he did it in 14 days instead of 9 days. I think he could get more publicity if he had time to stop for interviews and such. And, it kind of smacks of reality TV. Thanks, Kurt
He'll be very close to you toward the end of the day on his 4th day on the trip. Which if he leaves on Sept 9th like he's planning will put him in Danbury on Saturday the 12th. If I was reading correctly a person is going to be able to following along live via his GPS.
Thanks for the great comments folks !! Yes, a person will be able to go to my web site and click on SPOT and you will be able to track me as I go across the country. It's a really cool device. If you want to learn more go to SPOT.com and read all about it. It also has some nice safety features and a 911 button. I don't plan to use the road service or 911 function. So let not have anymore negative stuff........... it feeds bad Karma !! Just know I will be ready when I leave, I will get the sleep I need when I need it. I have a body that gets by on 5 to 6 hours of sleep nicely..... Left over from my days as an Army DI. Thanks again for the support. Dave Schaub
Good luck to ya and be safe! Great project..... Great cause...... And fun to boot, any excuse to get of the house and drive the hot rod.
Good luck on your trip. You can do it. I'm sure you've got a handle on things. in 2005, I made a trip alone from Daytona Beach FL, to Los Angeles CA, to Mount Vernon Washington in 63 hours and 2 minutes. That's a 3,700 mile trip in 63 hours, averaging 58.7 mph with the clock ticking the whole way. It was all interstate, so it was easy to do 5-10 mph over the limit the whole route. I would drive until I was tired, take a 15-30 minute nap, and drive until I was tired again. I slept a total of 4 hours during the whole trip. I've got plenty of witnesses who can verify that I did it as well. Don't let the nay-sayers get to you. With all the planning you've done, a seasoned car, and a good attitude, you'll make it no problem.
Best wishes! I'll wave as you pass Washington DC. FWIW, You can get 10-minute traffic updates on WTOP, 103.3 FM. Better yet, I'd recommend avoiding the I-95 east coast corridor ANYTIME EXCEPT 10pm-5AM.
The cliche??? Since you don't know him or the preparations he has made to do this, his schedule, his sleep needs or anything else for that matter doesn't make either of us an expert on the what he is doing. It's his responsibility and individual right to do this. That's why I offered positive support but that's just me. I didn't think you were a proponent of the "nanny" state where someone else makes your decisions for you so your comments seemed pretty critical of a man trying to do something admirable. I trust he has the best judgement to make the best decisions to preserve himself, his car and the general public. Because he's a Hot rodder with a lot of years and miles of experience I would trust his judgement more than the guy in the semi-truck next to me that that's running on the ragged edge, or the 15 year old texting on her cell phone or the guy that just left the bar after Happy Hour.......
all the best wishes to you on the road!!!! last year i drove my ol stude gasser across the country...and like you there were a few people sayin how it couldnt be done and how dangerous the car would be on the road!! once i finished the trip almost every one of those same people were then sayin how that aint shit anyone can do it.,..just goes to show ya that some people juse need something to be negative about.... good luck and keep the rubber side down!!!!
Good for you Dave, it's always good to see people make a big effort for good cause. Make sure to remind us about this before you leave, so we can keep an eye on your progress. Nice lookin' roadster too.
Dave, I'll have to admit that when you first mentioned you were going to do this "49 in 9" deal, I kinda thought you were just joking around ... but that was before I knew you were doing it for such a worthwhile cause! Ronald McDonald House Charities is a wonderful organization! ... in fact, our very own HAMBANDY (the late Andy Dunn) and his family stayed at the Ronald McDonald House at Stanford when Andy was undergoing "Cyberknife Radiation" treatments. Best of luck on your trip ... I know that I'll be checking back at your website on Sept 9th to track your progress (via SPOT & Google Maps) ... and will be "Paying Up For The Kids". Todd
Thanks for the kind words and support. I know many of you have been touched by the magic of life restored with the help from Ronald McDonald House. The email i've received and the stories you've shared are what makes a person want to help. This is a cool way for car people to get involved and do something special to help some really ill kids and there families. I work across the street from The House at Stanford, so I see these kids all the time. They have to stay close to the hospital so when the call comes out, they can receive there transplant within minutes. Or they many need months of daily treatments to save there life. Thats why is called The Home Away From Home. So help if you can and thanks again for the support. Dave http://www.49in9.com/
Thanks Kirk, Everyone at Goodguys have been behind me on this since the beginning. Thanks for chiming in.
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