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The Edmonton RX7 Club will be holding an auto-cross Saturday April 30th, 2005
This event is open to any and all participants.
Event Pricing:
Members: $20
Non-Members: $25
Event Registration:
If you have sent your information in for a previous event, just email me to let me know you are coming and I will include your previous information on the list.
Otherwise please download the registration form, fill it out, and send it to me.
Registration form: Here
This information will only be used for access to the base, nothing else.
REGISTRATION CUTOFF IS APRIL 24th. If you are not on the list, you won't get into the event. No Exceptions.
Event Location:
This event is being held at the Edmonton Garrison Base North of 97th Street. All volunteers are asked to meet up at the northern most Tim Hortons off 97th by 7:30am (I will be on the base by 8am)
You will NOT gain access to the base if I do not receive or already have your registration information.
Equipment requirements:
-Metal battery tie down-the vehicle must be in good working condition and must pass our basic tech inspection
-You will require a helmet, there will be some spare helmets available just in case but it is recommended that you bring your own.
Info for the auto-x
E-mail all completed forms to tkiers@shaw.ca
Registration Cutoff is April 24th. If you are not on the list, you WILL NOT get in. No Exceptions, No last minute entrys, and absolutely No same day as the event exceptions.
NOTE: If you have registered for a previous event, please send me a confirmation email if you will be attending this event.
Thank You! Hope to see you out there.
As usual, all people volunteering for setup please show up at Tim Hortons by the base between 7-7:30am. |
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| 4kruzn |
| i will be there. are we having a volenteer meet again. i think it worked well last time. let us know. thanks. Conroy. |
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| Soulfly |
| Are Spectators Welcome? |
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| red88.n/a.rx |
| ^^^ yah what he said... I dont have a car too use right now but I would be interested in coming out too see what its like. |
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| Tracker |
quote:
Originally posted by Soulfly
Are Spectators Welcome?
Yes, they are! Spectators follow the same registration rules to get access to the base, so send your registration form stating that you are a spectator. If you are not sure if you want to run or not, register anyway to get access to the base.
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| jkilloran |
you guys are nuts. Don't bother spectating, you will want to jump in and have a go at it. Don't get me wrong, it is fun watching the cars run around but it's 400 times better when you've got that helmet on and trying to make between the pylons.
Trust me on this... I tried to sit through one but I had to contain myself |
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| jayc |
Is this a timed event? Stop watches or timing gear?
Jay |
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| CanadianR |
| just sent in the registration forms.:D I agree that spectating is alright, but it gets a little boring after a while. See if you can get someone to give you a ride while you're out there if you're thinking about driving one day. It'll be alot more exciting and faster inside the car as opposed to watching from outside. After you get a ridealong, though, you'll really be hooked. |
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| No-Pistons |
| i have to check and see if i have that sunday off if so im there i cant wait to get my fd on the track:bthumbup: |
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| CanuckDave |
| sent my registration in, can't wait, I've been dying to AutoX |
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| Transporter |
for people who are only spectating or coming for ride along make sure u bring a helmet now that it is geting to be summer u don't wnat to be swapping sweating helments..i know i don't wnat to.
helmet requiremnet sa or ma approved |
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| Tracker |
quote:
Originally posted by jayc
Is this a timed event? Stop watches or timing gear?
Jay
Hi Jay,
It is a timed event, and if we can make our timing equipment to work, it will be electronic... otherwise stopwatches had served us well in the last couple of events.
I am usually putting the results out in less than 24 hours of the end of the event.
Thanks
Fernando |
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| red88.n/a.rx |
| hey I dont have microsoft word... what else could I use too read the registration form. |
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| Silver Seven |
| if you can print and scan you can download a free word viewer from Microsoft's website. Print fill in by hand, scan and then email back. |
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| red88.n/a.rx |
| I got it sorted out.. thanks bdog that program worked fine.. see you all there :) |
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| Tracker |
Just a quick update on this event,
So far, we have 25 registrations, very good number considering the short noticed.
I will be posting messages with more details a couple of days before the event, stay tuned :p
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| louren22 |
Hey,
Two quick questions...
As stupid as this sounds, we dont have to pay if we're just spectating, do we?
In the info form, theres lots of info about the type of car. My friend and I would most likely get a ride to the event, and then get dropped of at the gate, and walk in. So can I leave all that blank? |
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| Transporter |
pretty much
but it is long walk from main gate to second gate
spectators are free |
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| louren22 |
Oh well. As long as we know where we'e going, we'll get there.
Tracker, did I send my registration in on time? |
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| Tracker |
quote:
Originally posted by louren22
Oh well. As long as we know where we'e going, we'll get there.
Tracker, did I send my registration in on time?
If you sent it already, I would say yes, but I will check with Trevor, OK?
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| Tracker |
Edmonton Currently
Observed at: Edmonton City Centre Airport 26 April 2005 7:25 PM MDT
Light Snow
Temperature 4 C Pressure/ Tendency 102.9 kPa Visibility 15 km Humidity 56 % Dewpoint -4 C Wind N 30 km/h gust 48 km/h
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I swear to God that I didn't pray for snow this time!!!! :rolleyes:
Just finished installing a new Rear Sway Bar and want to use it ON DRY PAVEMENT!!! :mad:
Oh well, this is the beauty of Alberta's weather: if you don't like it, wait five minutes.
Tracker
PS. We have 35 people for the event on Saturday.:rolleyes: |
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| CanuckDave |
SNOW ?!?! :lol:
well actually I shouldn't be surprised, it was jumping between sun / clouds / raining / hailing / sun again all day..
ah well, having a slick track will just make it more fun :bthumbup: |
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| Saleen880549 |
quote:
Originally posted by Tracker
Edmonton Currently
Observed at: Edmonton City Centre Airport 26 April 2005 7:25 PM MDT
Light Snow
Temperature 4 C Pressure/ Tendency 102.9 kPa Visibility 15 km Humidity 56 % Dewpoint -4 C Wind N 30 km/h gust 48 km/h
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I swear to God that I didn't pray for snow this time!!!! :rolleyes:
Just finished installing a new Rear Sway Bar and want to use it ON DRY PAVEMENT!!! :mad:
Oh well, this is the beauty of Alberta's weather: if you don't like it, wait five minutes.
Tracker
PS. We have 35 people for the event on Saturday.:rolleyes:
Didn't I ask in here if it was a snow or dry event.. ha ha...... sorry.. maybe blame me.......
My car has not even been started this year yet........ been enjoying my new ride........ my convertible Saleen.
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| Tracker |
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen880549
Didn't I ask in here if it was a snow or dry event.. ha ha...... sorry.. maybe blame me.......
My car has not even been started this year yet........ been enjoying my new ride........ my convertible Saleen.
Brian
Hey Brian,
You are always finding an excuse to be slower than me, eh? :stickpoke
BTW, your name is not on the list for the base... were you planning to go on Saturday???
Thanks,
Tracker |
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| Tracker |
Well,
Talking about the Track, I've created a mockup of the runways at Namao (with accurate proportions, I believe) so you guys can go wild and create track layouts for our next events.
Send me your suggestions by email (tracker25rs at telus.net) before the event, OK?
Thanks,
Tracker |
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| Saleen880549 |
quote:
Originally posted by Tracker
Hey Brian,
You are always finding an excuse to be slower than me, eh? :stickpoke
BTW, your name is not on the list for the base... were you planning to go on Saturday???
Thanks,
Tracker
I have a girlfriend that lives out of town.. we see each other every second weekend....... so, not coming out Saturday ( she's in ) ...... my car is not even ready yet ( I have to drive it to get rid of last years gas - it being supercharged ) .......
My excuse......... no.... YOU should be happy......... I will give you one event till I bump you down a notch...... so watch out buddy!
Brian |
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| Tracker |
quote:
I have a girlfriend that lives out of town.. we see each other every second weekend....... so, not coming out Saturday ( she's in ) ...... my car is not even ready yet ( I have to drive it to get rid of last years gas - it being supercharged ) .......
My excuse......... no.... YOU should be happy......... I will give you one event till I bump you down a notch...... so watch out buddy!
Brian
Hey Brian!
I am glad the GF is coming this week... so you won't be that nervous on the next event. :lol:
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| Saleen880549 |
Ya, let me know when the next one is...... and I will try and make it........ and KICK your butt......... Dry is different then the snow........ better watch out!
Brian |
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| jayc |
quote:
Originally posted by Tracker
Well,
Talking about the Track, I've created a mockup of the runways at Namao (with accurate proportions, I believe) so you guys can go wild and create track layouts for our next events.
Send me your suggestions by email (tracker25rs at telus.net) before the event, OK?
http://www3.telus.net/fgrossi/TrackNamao.jpg
Thanks,
Tracker
Do you have this in the original (editable) format? I assume you used on of the cad programs to create it.
Thanks.
Jay |
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| Tracker |
quote:
Originally posted by jayc
Do you have this in the original (editable) format? I assume you used on of the cad programs to create it.
Thanks.
Jay
Hi Jay,
Your assumptions are a little bit too high! :p
The original document was a PDF from NASCC with the track layout of last years track. I cut the rest of it, cleaned the path and added some info about our preference of start/stop.
If you want the file, it is Paint Shop Pro (to keep the editable layers) or the above JPEG.
Are you bringing suggestions?
Thanks
Tracker |
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| Tracker |
Info for all Drivers
April 30th Event
Event is confirmed. We have around 30 drivers, which should give us around 6-8 laps each (more if the marshalling changeover happens fast :mad: )
- Bring your FRS radios!!! We will be broadcasting times as you finish your run, as well use them for organizing the marshalling. If you have a spare unit, please consider bringing it and lending to a friend.
- Gates open by 9:00AM. Be on time and help us start the runs as soon as possible. It might mean extra runs by the end of the day.
- To help expedite the registration and tech (paperwork, which we don't like to do) and go quicker to the track (drive, which we like to do) I will try to explain the path you should follow once you arrive at the event.
- Upon arriving at the main gate, you might need to stop and identify yourself as attending an event from the RX-7 Club. (don't park and leave your car, this is a drive-through gate). This step might not happen as the rules to access the base just changed.
- Follow the instructions to go to the Airfield gate.
- Park your car and go inside the control office. Identify yourself (with your driver's license) to get access to the Airfield. DON'T FORGET TO STOP ON YOUR WAY OUT TO SIGN OUT.
- Once you pass this gate, a volunteer will be waiting for you to do your registration. At this point you will:
a) sign a waiver for insurance purposes. EVERYBODY PRESENT TO THE EVENT MUST SIGN THE WAIVER, EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT DRIVING.
b) Show your driver's License and car registration. If the car does not belong to you, YOU SHOULD HAVE A SIGNED LETTER STATING THAT YOU ARE AUTHORIZED TO USE THE CAR DURING THE EVENT.
c) Pay the fee. Cash only. If you are a member of our club, confirm your membership number and get a discount. If you are not a member, get a membership and save lots of money. We are planning to have 9 events this year (including winter events).
- Get the registration form, park your car on the pit area and go prepare your car (tires, clean up interior, etc...). DO NOT PARK ON THE GRASS.
- Once the car is ready, go to TECH your car with your registration form (very important) and get a number assigned to EACH DRIVER. If you have more than one driver per car, you will be in different groups. There is a maximum of 2 drivers per car (exceptions apply). Numbers are assigned in order of attendance. If you have painted numbers or pre-assigned magnetic number, too bad!!! We assign the numbers as the cars are checked. It helps organizing and timing the cars. Sorry for the inconvenience :rolleyes:
- Next step is the Driver's Meeting. EVERYBODY SHOULD ATTEND the driver's meeting otherwise you don't run. Once the meeting is finished, we would either walk the course (weather permitting) or drive SLOWLY through the course.
- Each set of runs is done by half of the cars (eg. 1-20) while the other half is MARSHALLING (eg. 21-40). On our events EVERYBODY works, otherwise we beat you with a stick and flat your tires... More details on the driver's meeting.
- Times will be broadcasted by FRS radio. If you go to timing and keep asking your time after each run, you will be handed a stopwatch and will do timing until the end of the event!!!
- If you enjoyed the event, please consider staying until the end and help cleanup the track. The faster we do the cleanup, the later we can stay using the track for runs...
Thanks for you help.
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Info for Volunteers
We are meeting by 7:00am-7:30am. Tim Hortons on 16039 97th Street.
I need help getting the cones to the base. If you have space in your car let me know by email RX7EVENTS AT TELUS.NET and we can arrange to meet by my place before going to Tim Hortons.
If you are doing tech, bring gloves, as I am sure other people's tires are not as clean as yours...
Bring warm clothes as the wind is a killer at the base... running shoes are a must if you are doing track setup. Also, consider printing the template I've prepared and bring your ideas for the track.
See you all there
Tracker |
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| red88.n/a.rx |
| ^^^^ I could carry cones if you need someone |
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