August 3 - B'ville - Endurocross 2013!
Posted: Sat Jul 06, 2013 4:52 am
Ah, August in Florida. Most autocross clubs take the month off. We used to, as well. It's freakin' hot! But, you never realize how long the gap between July and September is until you try to do it without getting your monthly autocross fix! 60 days without an autocross is just too much! You lose your "smooth"! You forget how to "late apex"! You begin to suck MORE instead of LESS! So, we often do a casual "fun" event in August for those who are crazy enough to attend.
This August, we've opted to do another Endurocross! What's that, you ask? It's an autocross where each run consists of multiple laps around the course! We usually aim for about 4 laps, giving us 3-4 minute runs, which is enough to challenge the endurance of most mortals... and their cars.
Because we've done this event before (many times) and used nearly the same course the past few times we've done it at Brooksville, pre-event prep is at a minimum... in fact, it's already done!
Enduro 2013 Course (print version)
Enduro 2013 Rules
This year, the course was tweaked to be just slightly simpler (to lessen cone count) AND reversible! That's right, because so many people suggested it, we're doing one run in each direction. So be sure to study the course map in both directions.
Registration opens Monday, Monday, Monday! Unlike years past where we tried to put membership restrictions on the event and it ended up not filling up, anyway... this year the ONLY restriction is "no first-timers". At least one event of experience should be enough to help you enjoy the event. And if you aren't sure of that... don't enter.
Entry is limited to 50 drivers (25 Early & 25 Late), so PLEASE do not publicize this event anywhere other than right here. The usual email notification will go out Monday, as well. We really want FAST regulars to have first crack at registering for this.
Register Here
The Enduro format runs non-stop from start to finish, but we're doing it as a Split Event, anyway. So, most of you will only have to spend HALF of your day out in the hot August sun! We'll be doing lunch, too. All without stopping the event. It's not as crazy as it sounds. For everyone but the driver on course, doing 3+ minute runs make the entire event seem to move in slow-motion. That's what makes gives it a great "relaxed" atmosphere that's so good for mid-summer.
Be sure to pay particular attention to the registration times. The late session is starting a little earlier than usual this time because we're trying to wrap things up and be gone by 4pm!
PS: We're working on a T-shirt design...
This August, we've opted to do another Endurocross! What's that, you ask? It's an autocross where each run consists of multiple laps around the course! We usually aim for about 4 laps, giving us 3-4 minute runs, which is enough to challenge the endurance of most mortals... and their cars.
Because we've done this event before (many times) and used nearly the same course the past few times we've done it at Brooksville, pre-event prep is at a minimum... in fact, it's already done!
Enduro 2013 Course (print version)
Enduro 2013 Rules
This year, the course was tweaked to be just slightly simpler (to lessen cone count) AND reversible! That's right, because so many people suggested it, we're doing one run in each direction. So be sure to study the course map in both directions.
Registration opens Monday, Monday, Monday! Unlike years past where we tried to put membership restrictions on the event and it ended up not filling up, anyway... this year the ONLY restriction is "no first-timers". At least one event of experience should be enough to help you enjoy the event. And if you aren't sure of that... don't enter.
Entry is limited to 50 drivers (25 Early & 25 Late), so PLEASE do not publicize this event anywhere other than right here. The usual email notification will go out Monday, as well. We really want FAST regulars to have first crack at registering for this.
Register Here
The Enduro format runs non-stop from start to finish, but we're doing it as a Split Event, anyway. So, most of you will only have to spend HALF of your day out in the hot August sun! We'll be doing lunch, too. All without stopping the event. It's not as crazy as it sounds. For everyone but the driver on course, doing 3+ minute runs make the entire event seem to move in slow-motion. That's what makes gives it a great "relaxed" atmosphere that's so good for mid-summer.
Be sure to pay particular attention to the registration times. The late session is starting a little earlier than usual this time because we're trying to wrap things up and be gone by 4pm!
PS: We're working on a T-shirt design...
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