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It’s that time of year again! Wicked Big Meet 2009 is upon us, and I’m already beginning to count down the hours.

For those of you who don’t know, Wicked Big Meet (WBM) takes place out on the East Coast in Massachusetts every year, and is the largest gathering of Subaru’s in the United States. In 2007, WBM featured over 1,100 Subaru’s. This year for 2009, we’re aiming high, hoping to hit 2,000 cars, and going for the official Guinness record too.

The day consists of several activities including things from raffles and vendors, to technical sessions and car shows. (Although if you ask me, I don’t see the point of the car show, as the entire parking lot is one in itself)

The following features have been highlighted for this year’s event:

• Thousands of Subaru’s and Subaru Enthusiasts
• Huge Vendor Midway
• Car Show
• Rally and Race Car Expose
• Technical Tuning Seminars
• WBM Famous Prize Raffle
• New England Subaru Club DJs
• AWD Mobile Dyno
• WBM Scavenger Hunt
• Official Guinness Record for Subaru Meet

The event is put on by New England Subaru Club Inc. WBM 2008 did not take place, as volunteers were few and therefore, the immense amount of planning could not continue and was put on hold. I actually worked as a volunteer for the 2007 event, and I must admit, it’s quite a task to plan an event such as this, even if it’s only 1 day.

WBM 09 is sharing the same event site as it did in 2007, Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, located in Princeton, MA. (About a good hour outside of Boston) The event is taking place this weekend on Sunday, June 14, 2009. I will be attending the event this weekend myself, and will be taking plenty of pictures. Expect a new blog post after Sunday, with pictures from the event.

So, not sure what you’re up to this weekend? If you’re in the New England area, I highly suggest making the trip out. Trust me; it will be worth the drive, as you’ll see some pretty cool stuff. Not to mention, people will be coming from all over the country to attend WBM. But please, don’t forget the camera!

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It looks like Subaru has teamed up with Guinness World Records to try and set the record for the “largest parade of Subaru cars”.

The recent announcement comes in the form of a press release from Subaru of America. The event is planned to take place on July 11th at 9 am in Itasca, Illinois.

However if you ask me, I don’t think they’ll have much on Wicked Big Meet. Sure, it may be an official Subaru meet, sponsored by SOA themselves, but who drives a Subaru in Illinois? (I honestly don’t know) Why not come to the New England area, where the most Subaru’s are sold? (I believe Vermont is the current leading state)

In addition, I predict they won’t be able to beat the famous Colin McRae ceremony either, which was held with an estimated of 1,100 Subarus. Although McRae’s ceremony and Wicked Big Meet weren’t official, they’re still considered awesome bragging rights.

Subaru of America, Inc.’s Great Lakes Region, in Partnership with the Village of Itasca, Attempts to Set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS(TM) Record
- Plans ‘Largest Parade of Subaru Cars’ in the World –
ITASCA, Ill., June 19 /PRNewswire/ — Subaru of America, Inc.’s Great Lakes Region, in partnership with the Village of Itasca, announced today that it will attempt to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS(TM) record for the “Largest Parade of Subaru Cars.” The attempt will take place on July 11, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. The parade will start at 500 Park Boulevard in Itasca, Illinois.

Starting June 22 through July 8, interested participants can register their Subaru in the parade by visiting www.subaru.com/parade.

In celebration of this exciting event, Subaru’s Great Lakes Region will make a donation of $15 per participating Subaru vehicle up to a total donation amount of $7,000. This donation will be shared equally between PAWS Chicago and Salute, Inc. For more information on these organizations please visit their respective websites at www.pawschicago.org/ and www.saluteinc.org/.

An official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS(TM) adjudicator will be on site to observe and confirm this record attempt.

In addition to going for the record and helping raise funds for two great organizations, parade participants:

– Will receive a special gift bag (one per car).

– Are invited to attend Itasca Fest following the GUINNESS WORLD
RECORDS(TM) attempt. This fest is great for the entire family and
features: live entertainment, carnival rides, food, bingo, kids’
entertainment, a three-on-three basketball tournament, and NASA’s
“Journey to Tomorrow” exhibit. For more information visit
www.itasca.com.

– Are eligible for a special event room rate of $89 per night* at The
Westin Chicago Northwest hotel. For your convenience, this four-star,
four-diamond hotel is located within walking distance from the start
of the parade. To make a reservation, simply visit
http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarG…9812&key=A9AB8.
The event rate is good for parade participants only and based on
availability.
* Rate does not include tax.

Wicked Big Meet: A large gathering of car enthusiasts who all share one thing in common: passion for Subaru’s.

Despite the rain, hundreds of people made their way out to Wicked Big Meet 2009 today. Located just an hour outside of Boston in Princeton, MA, Subaru enthusiasts gathered for the 5th Wicked Big Meet event.

An overall great time was had by all. There were a few special surprises of note:

• Ken Block’s 2009 STi Gymkhana car was on display for everyone to drool over
• Ken Block & Travis Pastrana’s Subaru rally cars were on display
• Pro drifting driver Tarzan Yamada made an appearance

I took several pictures of today’s event, all of which can be found in the gallery after the break.