Glen Region Online Forum http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/ This is an XML content feed of; Glen Region Online Forum : Last 10 Posts Copyright (c) 2006-2008 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:39:46 +0000 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:17:59 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.08 30 www.glen-scca.org/Forum/RSS_topic_feed.asp Glen Region Online Forum http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum//images/smglen.gif http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/ 2012 Solo Season : Random Solo Rules Review http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2599#2599 Author: ack154
Subject: Random Solo Rules Review
Posted: 30-Jan-2012 at 1:17pm

It sounds like we should be at least a bit more aggressive with our waiver signing. We're obviously not going to catch every single person stopping by - but at Ithaca it shouldn't be too hard to get everyone on the ramp to sign. And at Arnot we'll just have to make sure to get the people in the grass.

I think this will be something that will need to be stressed in the drivers' meetings that EVERYONE there will need to sign and get a wristband and we should be directing them to the table first thing.

As for the signs and the little flyers I'll be making up, I'm sure I can work-up something to make sure we stay "compliant."]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:17:59 +0000 http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2599#2599 2012 Solo Season : Random Solo Rules Review http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2598#2598 Author: Rwharch
Subject: Random Solo Rules Review
Posted: 30-Jan-2012 at 10:02am

It makes sense, in this risk adverse culture, that National would take the most stringent stance.

Perhaps when we're at The Malls, or similar venues, we should have a dedicated worker armed with waivers policing the onlookers.  A friendly sort, with good chat-up skills.
 
 
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Subject: Random Solo Rules Review
Posted: 30-Jan-2012 at 8:42am

Hi guys;
Just a "For what its worth...."
Went through this 2 years ago.  We sent in our request as an advertised-non spectator event as we post flyers at auto stores, car shows etc...  National refused to issues the request untl we sent in the flyers and each flyer clearly (no 6 point font) stated that these were non-spectator and that anyone on grounds must be registerd and sign a waiver.  I talked a little with the HQ and they said that every person within the site must be registered.  Even if the person was stopping to take a quick look, they must sign in or move on.   
 
We've kindof been a pain to people at Ithaca, but we do not allow them up on the sidewalk/ramp unless they sign-in.   Don't know how tough National would be in follow-up, but when we first started talking with them they were very strict in what they wanted on the flyers and event day activities.  
 
 
]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:42:55 +0000 http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2597#2597 General discussion : GoPro Remote! http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=397&PID=2596#2596 Author: ack154
Subject: GoPro Remote!
Posted: 29-Jan-2012 at 11:01pm

It's probably one of the things that the GoPro has been missing from the beginning. A remote. Well, want no more! They have one.

http://gopro.com/hd-hero-accessories/wi-fi-bacpac-remote-combo/

Says it's available in March this year. No price yet... but who knows.

And good news, it IS compatible with the previous generation HD Hero! Well, most of it is anyway. The wifi/streaming part of it is not - but the remote function is - and that's probably the best part.

I also have the LCD bacpac for mine - and I'm guessing that won't really be compatible anymore with this. If I need to use the LCD on the back to line up the shot, I'd have to put it on, mount the camera - and then switch it out for the remote piece. Oh well... either that or sell it (the LCD bit lists for $80).]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:01:10 +0000 http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=397&PID=2596#2596 2012 Solo Season : Random Solo Rules Review http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2595#2595 Author: ack154
Subject: Random Solo Rules Review
Posted: 28-Jan-2012 at 11:12pm

According to the rules, we do allow specific Spectator events. But from what I've read, you have to get pre-approval from the national office for various things to be able to advertise it as such. As I understand it all of our events are technically non-spectator events and everyone should be signing the waiver.]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2012 23:12:21 +0000 http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2595#2595 2012 Solo Season : Random Solo Rules Review http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2594#2594 Author: Rwharch
Subject: Random Solo Rules Review
Posted: 28-Jan-2012 at 10:03pm

Allen,
Does the SCCA allow SPECTATOR  SOLO events?  I seems that we have treated most events as non Spectator events; if you show up, you sign the release and waiver.  The only time I recall it not happening was at the Malls of Ithaca where spectators are directed to the ramp area.  (Although, the first event I saw was at the Mall, and I was approched by a member who has me sign in.) 
 
I would think that the phrase should be added to the signs.  How about in a 6 point font?
]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:03:10 +0000 http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2594#2594 General discussion : HPDE / Trackmasters? http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=396&PID=2593#2593 Author: ack154
Subject: HPDE / Trackmasters?
Posted: 28-Jan-2012 at 10:01pm

So I probably say it every year... "I'd really like to do a track day / driving school this year."

Well, this year I'm really going to push it. It's probably just watching the Rolex 24 today... but regardless of that, it's still one of those things. So just poking around, I see that Trackmasters does quite a bit at WGI. I'm basically 100% n00b with HPD events in general and am looking for some sort of guidance here.

Would TM be worth checking out? They seem to have separate novice and intermediate classes available. I'm figuring that I'm still going to be pretty novice, despite the years of autox.

My questions then... is TM worth it? They appear to do 2 days in a row. Do most people do both days? Or is it common to just do one? If not TM... does anyone else have any recommendations? Anything I should really know ahead of time?]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:01:11 +0000 http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=396&PID=2593#2593 Tech Talk : Upgrades! http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=382&PID=2592#2592 Author: johndouellette
Subject: Upgrades!
Posted: 28-Jan-2012 at 9:06pm

I had HP+ on my B6 A4, but it was a love/hate relationship.  I agree with Ken, they had tons of bite when hot, but they were a little too loud for daily driving.

I was impressed with HP+ life span, I think I put +35K miles, and a dozen or so autox on them.
]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:06:47 +0000 http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=382&PID=2592#2592 2012 Solo Season : Random Solo Rules Review http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2591#2591 Author: ack154
Subject: Random Solo Rules Review
Posted: 27-Jan-2012 at 4:19pm

Oh, one other I forgot to include...

2.6: Non Spectator Solo Events, Advertising
All advertising must include a statement on waiver signing such as,
“Everyone entering the event site must sign a release & waiver form.”

If I'm not mistaken, this means that technically I need to include something like this on the bottom of my little signs that I made last year... no?]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:19:59 +0000 http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2591#2591 2012 Solo Season : Random Solo Rules Review http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2590#2590 Author: ack154
Subject: Random Solo Rules Review
Posted: 27-Jan-2012 at 4:11pm

I spent a few minutes today reading through the "draft" 2012 Solo Rules. I'm pretty sure these things were in there before, but I likely never actually noticed.

Anyway, I wanted to share a couple things that I found either relevant to happenings in our region or otherwise curious or interesting.

4.3.4: Footwear
Shoes covering the entire foot shall be worn.

6.5: Timing Points
A car will commence its run at least 15 feet before the point at which timing begins.

^^ I'm not sure we've ever measured this!

6.7: Visual or Oral Instruction
No visual or oral instruction shall be given to a driver during his timed runs except in an emergency situation.

^^ This means no flagger for multiple laps!

7.5: Timer Failure
If the timer fails to start or fails during a run, the driver must be flagged off the course as soon as possible.

^^ Don't think we've ever done this...

7.10: Official Results
Official results shall be typed and printed by class and position in class in order of best time and must include (at least) driver's name (first and last), hometown, car number, car make, model, year, class, tire manufacturer, Region affiliation, designation of trophy winners, corrected time for each run, and penalty for each run (if any).

^^ Do we even collect all of that??

Thoughts on any of these? Anything you've found odd or interesting lately? I think it would be good if we review some of the rules that we may not really think about or come up very often. I'll also have some thoughts on our Supplementals - which we'll actually be discussing at our next Solo Board meeting (2/13, 6pm @ Crooked Rooster)!]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:11:34 +0000 http://www.glen-scca.org/Forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=395&PID=2590#2590