Brostock 2011?

[jonyb]

As I sit here watching Brostock 2010 on Fuel TV, I think the wife and I have decided to take a trip next year to Bull Shoals for BS2011 if it happens. What I want to know is who has gone, and who will be there next year?

I know it's a blast, I go to the tourney's in Nashville every year.

I'd be thinking about renting a houseboat for the weekend. Would bring my boat down as well. I'd need someone that's familiar with the area to advise on where to get the houseboat, etc. Lake Bull Shoals, or whatever is listed on BS's website lists houseboats for $1000 a weekend, and a better one for $2800 for the weekend.


Get ready..... DISCUSS!

[KG's Supra24]

I believe brostock rented all the houseboats last year and they atte not quality boats. We stayed in a motel that worked out fine, however you must have a sober driver as they patrolled hard. I have dish so wasn't able to watch the coverage but have a buddy that recorded and will watch soon. Once I do ill try to give you a comparison of my experience versus what is shown. If day I was expecting more but we had a blast and will be going back. The people there didn't seemed to bother and loved the tourist. It is a real quite area in the HILLS. Be ready to put the non diesels to work when towing.

all in all, good time though different than I expected. Can post with more specific detail and pics later.

Oh and bull shoals is an amazing lake. Glass all weekend even with all those people out there.

[jonyb]

Guess I'll have to call to see if any boats are available.

It's 300 miles from my house, and if I didn't own a diesel, I wouldn't make the trip. Picked up another one a few weeks ago. there's just no comparison from the 06 Chevy LBZ and auto 6-spd Allison to the Denali.

[KG's Supra24]

I'm sure its night and day comparison. One day I'll have one if I can find it for the right price.

search brostock, I have posted some pics there of 2010.

[jonyb]

Well, this isn't really the best time to buy a used diesel. They're priced at or above NADA and KBB values. The 2011's just came out, and they're anywhere from $50K to $60K. I'm guessing that's driving up the resale on the used trucks.

Thanks for the info on Brostock. I'm gonna make some calls next week to see what we can do.

[KG's Supra24]

jonyb, you ever decide on whether or not you are going to make the trip? I went ahead and booked a spot.

For anyone else interested. We had a good time last year. Here are a couple pics ...

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/DSC_0553.jpg

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/DSC_0605.jpg

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/DSC_0638.jpg

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i401/kwgarner24/DSC_0557.jpg

[dusty2221]

Hey kg, can we stay with you?

[KG's Supra24]

Hey kg, can we stay with you?

I would probably stay at the hotel the riders stay at so you don't have to do any driving if you want to attend the parties and meet all of the riders. If have to google the hotel name bc I can't remember what it is. (on phone right now)

Dusty, I MAY make an exception for you. Ha!

[cmtaylor777]

Pretty sure we will be making the trip. Wouldn't want to come between the lovely couple so, let me know what the name of that hotel is when you get it. Any other info would be helpful as well.

[KG's Supra24]

Oh Chad, you would be my last exception. ;)

[jet]

Man..did you see all of those bass boats..sweet!!

[sybrmike]

Hey, it's the Ozarks - what'd you expect.

[jonyb]

I think I"m gonna make the trip. I had considered renting a houseboat and staying out there, but on second thought, PM or post the hotel info where all you guys are staying at. Don't know if this will be a guys trip or wifey and other couples coming.

[dusty2221]

My wife would be there, as I'm sure KG and CM's will be as well.

[cmtaylor777]

Yes sir. Can't leave out the trophey's for the front playpen. She will be there.

[Matt Laird]

Dusty, Chad where are yall staying? Get me some hotel info I'd like to book a room if it's not already full... Is it going to be the second week in july again?

[KG's Supra24]

Brostock 2011 is June 24-26.

Bel Arco is the hotel that was "homebase" last year. They had the introductions, awards ceremonies, and little gatherings each night there.

Bel Arco will be the spot to try to book first. From there, you will have to drive over to Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock which is right down the highway. Less than 5 minute drive. That is where you will put in. I don't know if they take reservations ahead of time (have to call) but last year we were able to rent a slip for $10 a night.

There is another hotel right at the entrance to Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock but I don't know the name of that one. It would be fine if you are not interested in being right at the nightly events.

If you plan to drive over to the nightly events, don't even think about drinking and driving. This was heavily enforced last year and was their biggest concern. I believe they even had the entrance/exit to Bel Arco setup as a road block/check point.

I do not know the status on houseboat rentals. Last year I think Liquid Force tried to rent all of them but I am not sure.

[cmtaylor777]

Dusty, Chad where are yall staying? Get me some hotel info I'd like to book a room if it's not already full... Is it going to be the second week in july again?

Holla at me if you want to go.

[Matt Laird]

I tryed to get a reservation, from what I can tell Bel Arco is closed down for the winter... I E-Mailed them hopefully they will let me know if tey are already booked...

[cmtaylor777]

I tryed to get a reservation, from what I can tell Bel Arco is closed down for the winter... I E-Mailed them hopefully they will let me know if tey are already booked...

Kg is trying to get it all worked out. We need to make this a pretty big blow out.

[Matt Laird]

Kg is trying to get it all worked out. We need to make this a pretty big blow out.

Ya I talked to him about it earlier this week.

[jonyb]

Whomever books rooms, give me a name and number I can call to book a couple for myself......