Reno Divisional AutoX Event June 25/26

[dknv]

The planning for this event is beginning to shift into high gear. I'm sure we'll discuss this topic at tonight's Renoscca meeting; but also wanted you all to know that a search for volunteers for this event is on.

What it is: Autocross at Stead, with invitations that go out to all the SCCA Norpac regions (NNV, N. CA, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Idaho, and Alaska). It is stop #2 of 4 divisional events (first was at Atwater; 2nd is here, 3rd is at Packwood, WA (near Mt. Rainier), and the 4th in Montana. People who are competing for divisional points need to participate in 3 out of 4 events to be eligible for divisional awards -- however, both days are also Reno Region points events. A divisional is run under a stricter set of rules than our typical regional events (i.e. you need to be an SCCA member; no passengers; actual hit cone numbers are recorded at each corner station; etc.). If you want to be a competitor alongside some of the best autox'rs in the country, with some of the best-prepared cars, plan to participate. This is not meant to scare off any novices, we will have the Novice class as well -- I'm just telling you it's a chance to see how some of the masters of this sport get it done.

I hear that Scott will be designing the event shirt (again - Scott, your reputation in design is preceeding you!); and Matt will be using his connections to get this to production. And then Scott & Dean will be handling Timing & Scoring, which is a pretty big job in a Divisional event. I am considering another chief position as well.

If you have interest in volunteering for some extra help at this event, make yourself known. We want to make this divisional shine as an event to remember in our Norpac division.

[Nick Koan]

I'm certainly willing to help in whatever fashion I can (which is probably no more then doing what people tell me to do), but I have a wedding to attend on the 25th.

I'll be around on the 26th, and I certainly relish the chance to take my noob self out in a stock car and race against pros.

[MikeSTI]

I should be there and able to help in some shape or form. If its setup one day or tear down another let me know

[bruspeed]

I'll help the most by not helping. At least that's what my grandpa used to say. I would be willing to help, Unfortunately because of the drive, setup at the butt-crack o' dawn is kinda out, but anything else, I'm game!

[Kevin M]

I'm in for the weekend. Whatever use you guys can find for me. Will we still be able to run Street Tire?

[MattR]

Originally Posted by BAN SUVS

I'm in for the weekend. Whatever use you guys can find for me. Will we still be able to run Street Tire?

Yes, there will be street tire this year.

[dknv]

Originally Posted by BAN SUVS

I'm in for the weekend. Whatever use you guys can find for me. Will we still be able to run Street Tire?

Kevin, were you going to cross-train in Tech? I'm sure Pat could use your help; he'd probably really be grateful if you could make it out there for the Friday tech too.

[Kevin M]

Yes, I'm still willing to do that.

[dknv]

I accepted the role of Chief of Course for our divisional - and am now looking for some volunteers to help with these duties, as well as a co-chief who can help while I am running.

Extra helpers also needed Sat. & Sun. early a.m. for course setup.

The course crew will be responsible for making sure each corner station has timesheets, fire extinguishers, red flags, extra cones, charged radios; rounding up the course timesheets after each round (for which we are supposed to be able to use the club's new Nissan FX450); and clearing the course if we have a stopped or dead car. Also cleaning up oil spills (God forbid).

Anyone here? (I'll also be asking the general membership at our monthly renoscca meeting on June 8th.)

[Pat R.]

<--- That guy will help.

[dknv]

Originally Posted by Pat R.

<--- That guy will help.

AWESOME! Thank you.

[MikeSTI]

I will help also. I dont know what the run groups are yet but you can expect that what ever day is witch I will work 1 morrning (setup) and 1 afternoon (tear down). I will be running TSM so when you get the schedule worked out you can put me in there based on when the runs are. I hope this helps?

[dknv]

Originally Posted by MikeSTI

I will help also. I dont know what the run groups are yet but you can expect that what ever day is witch I will work 1 morrning (setup) and 1 afternoon (tear down). I will be running TSM so when you get the schedule worked out you can put me in there based on when the runs are. I hope this helps?

That helps ALOT! Thank you, Mike! (I think the run groups won't be set until the Wednesday before that weekend.)

[MikeSTI]

Originally Posted by dknv

That helps ALOT! Thank you, Mike! (I think the run groups won't be set until the Wednesday before that weekend.)

no worries. How ever it turns out I'm already getting excited sence this will be the next event I go too .

[MikeK]

I'm in for some course setup and teardown!

<stocks up on caffeine>

[Nick Koan]

I can help out, except for Saturday. Prior commitments, but if you need anything before hand or on Sunday, just let me know.

[sperry]

I'm already Timing & Scoring... I wonder if that means I can drive the FX to pick up audit slips!

[dknv]

Originally Posted by sperry

I'm already Timing & Scoring... I wonder if that means I can drive the FX to pick up audit slips!

Don't know, that could be a conflict of interest. Besides, you'll be plenty busy in the bus....

[dknv]

Originally Posted by MikeK

I'm in for some course setup and teardown!

<stocks up on caffeine>

How about some chocolate-covered espresso beans? No, maybe not, they'll melt. Thank you Mike!

Originally Posted by nKoan

I can help out, except for Saturday. Prior commitments, but if you need anything before hand or on Sunday, just let me know.

Thanks Nick, Sunday morning help would be very much appreciated.

[dknv]

All who are planning to attend,
Please get yourself registered either through myautoevents.com, or print & send a hard copy registration.

myautoevents:
http://www.myautoevents.com/pls/mae/frmEventDetail.Show?psevent_id=3603&psrnd=.0466092 7952970997986504931190816011371

or download hard copy from:
www.renoscca.com

At last night's monthly Reno SCCA meeting, discussion was that we need more Reno region participants to get signed up. This helps the planners to understand how many t-shirts and what sizes are needed, to pre-order trophies for the registered classes, and to plan for run groups.

Remember, you need to be an scca member, memberships will be sold at registration.

[MattR]

Scott, TSM is now offered, go update your registration n00b.

[sperry]

Originally Posted by MattR

Scott, TSM is now offered, go update your registration n00b.

Wait, I'm a n00b for being the one to point that out in my message to the registrar?

[MattR]

OKAY!!!What are the run groups? I want to be out of there early Saturday and Sunday...What are my chances?

[Pat R.]

As co-Chief of Course for this event I advise all competitors-- the Michelin-tired especially-- to walk/inspect the course as early as possible and immediatly notify the proper stewards if there is a potential problem so we can avoid any embarrassing and time-consuming delays once the event begins. We all want Matt to get some sweet lovin' this weekend.

[Nick Koan]

phew. I got Bridgestones. I should be okay