Sep 11 - SPC

[Jamie]

Looking at the list, unless Kenny G is sneaking in, we may need somebody experienced to volunteer for timer setup.

Drew and I will both be there early. Most of the work prior to the timer and computer actually showing up is simply stringing cables -- not difficult to direct.

[Miata GT]

I'm overwhelmed by the love....

FWIW, another trend going on this month is surprisingly wishful thinking in some of the assignment requests...as in requesting an assignment that's already been full for a couple of days. Registration seems to to be popular this month. I encourage people to check the list when they sign up -- I update it whenever I clear the mailbox (usually every evening).

Jamie,

If you want to spread the love I see Starter has an opening. I will give up my Registriation position if someone wants it and take Starter. Either is fine for me.

[shakedown067]

Looking at the list, unless Kenny G is sneaking in, we may need somebody experienced to volunteer for timer setup. We should probably make it a point to try to get more people trained on that.

Everything else seems to be coming together nicely!

Speaking of Kenny G, we only have one timing cable in the trailer. Two are MIA, two strung together on a roller, and one single strand by its self. I'm hoping Kenny has both sets, as I know one needed some tending to.

[Native]

I emailed Kenny to ask.

[Jamie]

Jamie,

If you want to spread the love I see Starter has an opening. I will give up my Registriation position if someone wants it and take Starter. Either is fine for me.

Actually, you're more useful at registration...I can find people to work as starters.

[Native]

Kenny has the timer box adn some cable.
I asked if he'd mind posting here exactly what he's got.

[shakedown067]

Kenny has the timer box adn some cable.
I asked if he'd mind posting here exactly what he's got.

Cool. Thanks!

[Loren]

Course map, anyone?

Printable PDF here or low res jpg attached.

[shakedown067]

OH that looks like a whole lotta fun right there! I see a couple of tricky/trouble spots right off the bat. I like a challenge though...

[Viper]

god i cant wait till brooksville. dont get me wrong...awsome course. just cant wait to open her up! i just need to learn how to nav the smaller courses. practice makes perfect.

[Loren]

It's all in your head, man. You're not going more than maybe 5mph faster at Brooksville than you will on this course...

Assuming you drive this course correctly. 8)

[Jack]

Looks fun!

[shakedown067]

I agree with Loren, the only real difference between Brooksville and SPC is the overall course length. Speed is very close to the same. Time for better brake pads so you can go deeper into the corner. 8)

[BigBlue]

I'm in for this one.

I'm up for taking a shot at trailer/timing set-up if you're still looking to get some different people experienced in other job categories. Just let me know how early to be there.

[Loren]

Awesome, Ron!

I guess Steve and I are tag-teaming Safety.

I think lunch is covered.

What about supplies? Did anyone ever volunteer for that? What do we need besides lots of cold and wet stuff?

Is there still a fresh bag of marble dust in the trailer?

58 drivers registered, should be a solid event!

[garage west]

What about supplies? Did anyone ever volunteer for that? What do we need besides lots of cold and wet stuff?

Is there still a fresh bag of marble dust in the trailer?

How does supplies work? I imagine somebody has to transport a whole lot more ice, beverages, etc than a Miata will hold. Yes, no?

[Jamie]

I agree with Loren, the only real difference between Brooksville and SPC is the overall course length. Speed is very close to the same. Time for better brake pads so you can go deeper into the corner. 8)

Even the distance isn't always all that different -- depends on the course. Brooksville just looks longer because it's stretched out.

Just let me know how early to be there.

7am. Thanks.

58 drivers registered....

Up to 63, now. Sam's bringing the A4 back up that weekend. 3400 lbs of AWD on crap tires...should be interesting.

I imagine somebody has to transport a whole lot more ice, beverages, etc than a Miata will hold.

Generally....

I think there's a bag of marble dust in the trailer.

[Jeremy]

Um, you guys are crazy with the Brooksville=SPC thing.

Anyone want to make a wager on the average speed of this course versus the next Brooksville event? I am willing to bet the difference is greater than 10mph.

[shakedown067]

We are good on marble dust. One bag in the trailer, and I've got a second bag at the house that I'll be bringing along.

[garage west]

Jamie,

You can put me down for supplies. I can load up the wife's sedan with water, soft drinks, ice, paper towel, whatever is necessary.