Posted: Sun Jan 15, 2012 9:14
I wish that I would have seen this earlier. I've not been on the site in awhile.
http://www.coloradoautomotiveenthusiasts.com/forums/
http://www.coloradoautomotiveenthusiasts.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=116&t=7873
Shadowden wrote: would think it would be better to have a more secure area. I know as I rolled into the racing area that I cruised pass a dozen sets of wheels or so from some high end vehicles. There were tools open and visible. Things an unscrupulous person would take advantage of.
jamiel wrote:Good ideas and points, we welcome input from "fresh eyes" as any group tends to get stuck in the "this is how we've always done it" rut.
My .02
We've had very little trouble with stuff walking off, even when we used sites with far more public traffic nearby. I suppose someone could take advantage, but given how social our group is, they may get caught in the act.
Separate parking areas for paddock and spectators- Again, hasn't been an issue, would just add "one more thing" to set up and organization (and many of us wear multiple hats already), and we like newcomers to be part of the action as much as possible anyway. The only reason we have the pre-grid area is to gather all the cars for the next heat in one place for tech inspection, otherwise we wouldn't even have a pre-grid.
Glad you had a good time! Come on out anytime you like! If there's anything I can do to help get started, just let me know! (My contact Info is all on RMSolo's websiteShadowden wrote:Well I made it out to the event earlier than anticipated.
From an outsiders/absolute new persons perspective it was amazing. The variety of cars there really made the point that these events are more about the driving and fun than anything else. The drivers/people were all very friendly. The event flowed seemlessly and there were no issues with timing that I was aware of.
I was very impressed.
Just to throw some constructive criticism out there that you more active types may push forward, spectator parking could be marked. This would keep areas that drivers dropped their extra gear at away from others and prevent potential issues.
I'm planning to give one a go in the future.
Randy Hickman wrote:Glad you had a good time! Come on out anytime you like! If there's anything I can do to help get started, just let me know! (My contact Info is all on RMSolo's website