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Wednesday, December 14, 2011
SCCA 2012 Road Racing Schedule
There also will be a driver's school at BIR the week of Memorial Day.
ICE RACING 2012!!!!!!!!!!!!
Friday, December 2, 2011
Winter Rally Series
The website for the ASCC web site for the 2011-12 Winter Rally Series has been updated. Not all links are working yet, but at least the schedule is up.
The first event is less than two weeks away, on Dec. 10th. Competitors and workers should get in touch with Clarence Westberg:
clarence.westberg@gmail.com
http://arrowheadscc.org/wrs2012/index.htm
The first event is less than two weeks away, on Dec. 10th. Competitors and workers should get in touch with Clarence Westberg:
clarence.westberg@gmail.com
http://arrowheadscc.org/wrs2012/index.htm
For those of you not familar w/ TSD's....Time Speed Distance....they are kinda like a rally, where you are give "stage notes" and you need to get from point A to point B with in a certain amount of time. If you are early or late, you loose points. It gets to be quite challenging, especially when one makes a wrong turn, and now one has to make up that "lost time". Most of these are done on "back roads" in country.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Neon Update....
For those of you who don't know, my last event of the year wasn't that much fun.....
well just read about it here:
posting on Neons.org forums
well just read about it here:
posting on Neons.org forums
Rally-X 11/12!
Don't miss the last Rally Cross of the season!!! Saturday November 12th in Cannon Falls, MN!
Event Master Dan "Deputy Ginger" Drury is aiming to make this course the biggest and fastest of the 2011 season.
If you missed the last event on October 30th you MUST know the course conditions were GREAT!!
Price
$40.00 for SCCA Members
$55.00 for Non-Members
SPECIAL NOTICE
Due to the course conditions and weather I'm setting up a RallyX Hotline. I will start updating the message on the hotline 72 hours before the event in case of special instructions or event cancellation. (612) 564-0748
Venue Address
3830 325st street
Cannon Falls, MN
55009
Competitor registration- All competitors are urged to register and pre-pay no later than 5PM on Friday, November 11th.
Special Note: We need to have 12 PAID competitors by Friday November 11th at 5PM in order to hold the event. Please check the hotline for updates.
If you need to register after 5PM you must do so in-person at the event. There will be a $10.00 fee to pay at the event. (This is above your competitor entrance fee)
PM or call Dave Goodman if you need to mail a check for payment. Dave 612-408-1704
ONLINE REGISTRATION AT
http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/schedule.php
Online preregistration is requested and strongly encouraged by 5PM on November 11th.
Fees:
SCCA Members: $40.00
Non-SCCA Members*:$55.00
Registration and/or Paying at the event, add $10.00
* Non-members are required to purchase an SCCA Weekend Membership for $15.00
(The weekend membership can be used as a $15 discount on a full SCCA membership).
All competitors and spectators must sign the official SCCA Waiver of Liability.
All minors present must have a minor waiver filled out. Form can be downloaded, printed in color and filled here: http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/rxinfo.php
All competitors MUST work the course as a condition of event entry.
All competitors must have an FRS Radio, radios cannot be shared between competitors.
All competitors must have a Snell/M 1995 or newer helmet. Loaner helmets are available but the quantity is limited.
Passengers will be allowed if waivered and wearing an approved helmet.
Not sure you’re ready to RallyCross?? Come watch!!
SCHEDULE:
9:30AM – REGISTRATION AND TECH OPEN
10:00AM- REGISTRATION CLOSES
10:30- DRIVERS MEETING
11:00- RUNS START
Event Master Dan "Deputy Ginger" Drury is aiming to make this course the biggest and fastest of the 2011 season.
If you missed the last event on October 30th you MUST know the course conditions were GREAT!!
Price
$40.00 for SCCA Members
$55.00 for Non-Members
SPECIAL NOTICE
Due to the course conditions and weather I'm setting up a RallyX Hotline. I will start updating the message on the hotline 72 hours before the event in case of special instructions or event cancellation. (612) 564-0748
Venue Address
3830 325st street
Cannon Falls, MN
55009
Competitor registration- All competitors are urged to register and pre-pay no later than 5PM on Friday, November 11th.
Special Note: We need to have 12 PAID competitors by Friday November 11th at 5PM in order to hold the event. Please check the hotline for updates.
If you need to register after 5PM you must do so in-person at the event. There will be a $10.00 fee to pay at the event. (This is above your competitor entrance fee)
PM or call Dave Goodman if you need to mail a check for payment. Dave 612-408-1704
ONLINE REGISTRATION AT
http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/schedule.php
Online preregistration is requested and strongly encouraged by 5PM on November 11th.
Fees:
SCCA Members: $40.00
Non-SCCA Members*:$55.00
Registration and/or Paying at the event, add $10.00
* Non-members are required to purchase an SCCA Weekend Membership for $15.00
(The weekend membership can be used as a $15 discount on a full SCCA membership).
All competitors and spectators must sign the official SCCA Waiver of Liability.
All minors present must have a minor waiver filled out. Form can be downloaded, printed in color and filled here: http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/rxinfo.php
All competitors MUST work the course as a condition of event entry.
All competitors must have an FRS Radio, radios cannot be shared between competitors.
All competitors must have a Snell/M 1995 or newer helmet. Loaner helmets are available but the quantity is limited.
Passengers will be allowed if waivered and wearing an approved helmet.
Not sure you’re ready to RallyCross?? Come watch!!
SCHEDULE:
9:30AM – REGISTRATION AND TECH OPEN
10:00AM- REGISTRATION CLOSES
10:30- DRIVERS MEETING
11:00- RUNS START
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
222k and counting....
Stealerships...
$61 for 12 little bolts from the dealer! Aparently they are made of Un-obtain-ium!
They are Dodge parts for pete's sake! For all those who think foreign cars have expensive parts can go take a leap.
Brand new flexplate & clutch bolts for the Neon. New clutch, used flexplate, new motor mounts, Prothane motor mount inserts (thanks John G.!).
They are Dodge parts for pete's sake! For all those who think foreign cars have expensive parts can go take a leap.
Brand new flexplate & clutch bolts for the Neon. New clutch, used flexplate, new motor mounts, Prothane motor mount inserts (thanks John G.!).
Friday, October 21, 2011
Land O' Lakes Region SCCA Oktoberfest Rally Cross
Land O' Lakes Region SCCA Oktoberfest Rally Cross
DON'T MISS OUT ON OUR BIGGEST VENUE!!!!!!
SUNDAY 10/30 at Cannon Falls.
SPECIAL NOTICE
Due to the course conditions and weather I'm setting up a RallyX Hotline. I will start updating the message on the hotline 72 hours before the event in case of special instructions or event cancellation. (612) 564-0748
Venue Address
3830 325th St
Cannon Falls, MN 55009
Competitor registration- All competitors are urged to register and pre-pay no later than 5PM on Friday, October 28th.
If you need to register after 5PM you must do so in-person at the event. There will be a $10.00 fee to pay at the event. (This is above your competitor entrance fee)
PM or call Dave Goodman if you need to mail a check for payment. Dave 612-408-1704
ONLINE REGISTRATION AT
http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/schedule.php
Online preregistration is requested and strongly encouraged by 5PM on October 28th.
Fees:
SCCA Members: $40.00
Non-SCCA Members*:$55.00
Registration and/or Paying at the event, add $10.00
* Non-members are required to purchase an SCCA Weekend Membership for $15.00
(The weekend membership can be used as a $15 discount on a full SCCA membership).
All competitors and spectators must sign the official SCCA Waiver of Liability.
All minors present must have a minor waiver filled out. Form can be downloaded, printed in color and filled here: http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/rxinfo.php
All competitors MUST work the course as a condition of event entry.
All competitors must have an FRS Radio, radios cannot be shared between competitors.
All competitors must have a Snell/M 1995 or newer helmet. Loaner helmets are available but the quantity is limited.
Passengers will be allowed if waivered and wearing an approved helmet.
Not sure you’re ready to RallyCross?? Come watch!!
SCHEDULE:
9AM – REGISTRATION AND TECH OPEN
10AM- REGISTRATION CLOSES
10:30- DRIVERS MEETING
11:00- RUNS START
DON'T MISS OUT ON OUR BIGGEST VENUE!!!!!!
SUNDAY 10/30 at Cannon Falls.
SPECIAL NOTICE
Due to the course conditions and weather I'm setting up a RallyX Hotline. I will start updating the message on the hotline 72 hours before the event in case of special instructions or event cancellation. (612) 564-0748
Venue Address
3830 325th St
Cannon Falls, MN 55009
Competitor registration- All competitors are urged to register and pre-pay no later than 5PM on Friday, October 28th.
If you need to register after 5PM you must do so in-person at the event. There will be a $10.00 fee to pay at the event. (This is above your competitor entrance fee)
PM or call Dave Goodman if you need to mail a check for payment. Dave 612-408-1704
ONLINE REGISTRATION AT
http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/schedule.php
Online preregistration is requested and strongly encouraged by 5PM on October 28th.
Fees:
SCCA Members: $40.00
Non-SCCA Members*:$55.00
Registration and/or Paying at the event, add $10.00
* Non-members are required to purchase an SCCA Weekend Membership for $15.00
(The weekend membership can be used as a $15 discount on a full SCCA membership).
All competitors and spectators must sign the official SCCA Waiver of Liability.
All minors present must have a minor waiver filled out. Form can be downloaded, printed in color and filled here: http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/rxinfo.php
All competitors MUST work the course as a condition of event entry.
All competitors must have an FRS Radio, radios cannot be shared between competitors.
All competitors must have a Snell/M 1995 or newer helmet. Loaner helmets are available but the quantity is limited.
Passengers will be allowed if waivered and wearing an approved helmet.
Not sure you’re ready to RallyCross?? Come watch!!
SCHEDULE:
9AM – REGISTRATION AND TECH OPEN
10AM- REGISTRATION CLOSES
10:30- DRIVERS MEETING
11:00- RUNS START
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Don't buy from HugoAutoParts!
So I purchased a neon Cylinder head from them. I got it and gasket matched the intake & exhaust ports, then had it taken to another machine shop to swap the valve springs and hot tank it again (to clean the aluminum shavings). That machinist said it had a warp to it and had to shave .003 off of it. One of the bolt holes for the cam bearing cap was stripped. Also there was an exhaust valve that had a slight bend to it. Plus they coat the head in some sort of spray paint that comes off w/ brake cleaner. That machinst said it looks as if they took the head to a belt sander.
I was under the gun to get the car ready for the NASA event at Road America so I just had that machinest fix it. Hugo won't do anything for me cuz, they didn't inspect it or do the repair work.
Nice.....another $250 down the drain.
I was under the gun to get the car ready for the NASA event at Road America so I just had that machinest fix it. Hugo won't do anything for me cuz, they didn't inspect it or do the repair work.
Nice.....another $250 down the drain.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Friday, September 30, 2011
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
auto-x 9/25 @ Lacrosse Speedway
event flyer.pdf
"Autocross using current SCCA Solo rules. Sunday is part of the Land O'Lakes Region Championship Series.
Registration begins at 9:00am. Pre-registration is not necessary.
Drivers meeting begins at 11:00am.
Cost is $25.00 for SCCA members with a current membership card, $35.00 for nonmembers.
All entrants will be required to work at various positions around the track to help facilitate the event. This generally consists of replacing pylons, noting penalties, and helping ensure a safe event.
http://www.scclac.org/
"Autocross using current SCCA Solo rules. Sunday is part of the Land O'Lakes Region Championship Series.
Registration begins at 9:00am. Pre-registration is not necessary.
Drivers meeting begins at 11:00am.
Cost is $25.00 for SCCA members with a current membership card, $35.00 for nonmembers.
All entrants will be required to work at various positions around the track to help facilitate the event. This generally consists of replacing pylons, noting penalties, and helping ensure a safe event.
http://www.scclac.org/
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Dog Daze Rally-x review
The SCCA-LOL Dog Daze Rally-X, sponsored by NOS Energy Drink, took place on August 21st. The location was hay field located just outside of Pine City. The land was rented to LOL by member and rally-x competitor. Many people camped on the property and partied the night prior.
22 competitors showed up to compete. The cars varied from a plethora of the Subaru name plate, VW Golfs (one of which has been campaigning in Chump Car & 24 Hours of Lemons endurance racing), a Ford Ranger, a Audi V8 Quattro, a future SCCA ITB car among others. Another interesting turn of fate, an old friend has returned home. Mark Utecht's X-rally car has changed hands again. After spending some years on the east coast competing, the Subaru WRX rally car is now back in MN, driven by a road racer name Steven Michael who plans to turn away from tarmac and towards gravel for a while.
There was four run-sets, each run set contained two runs. The best run of each run-set was added for a total time. In the Modified 2-wheel-drive class 1st, and 3rd place were separated by 0.382 seconds! 195.369 seconds for 1st, 195.654 seconds for 2nd, and 195.751 for 3rd. Modified 4-wheel-drive actually had an unprecedented tie for 1st place of 196.917 seconds; which is may be the first time that has happened in LOL Rally-X history.
This event had two different families doing battle with each other. A father & daughter, team Freund competed against each other in their Subaru. This time age and wisdom concurred youth and exuberance. Brother & sister, team Martin duked it out in a mostly stock VW Golf with 220,000 miles on it. The little bother put up a good fight for his first time competing; but lost out to his older sister, by 0.929 seconds!
The next rally-x will be held Sept. 25th at the same location. Spectators and more competitors are welcome. Watch the forums and facebook for more details.
22 competitors showed up to compete. The cars varied from a plethora of the Subaru name plate, VW Golfs (one of which has been campaigning in Chump Car & 24 Hours of Lemons endurance racing), a Ford Ranger, a Audi V8 Quattro, a future SCCA ITB car among others. Another interesting turn of fate, an old friend has returned home. Mark Utecht's X-rally car has changed hands again. After spending some years on the east coast competing, the Subaru WRX rally car is now back in MN, driven by a road racer name Steven Michael who plans to turn away from tarmac and towards gravel for a while.
There was four run-sets, each run set contained two runs. The best run of each run-set was added for a total time. In the Modified 2-wheel-drive class 1st, and 3rd place were separated by 0.382 seconds! 195.369 seconds for 1st, 195.654 seconds for 2nd, and 195.751 for 3rd. Modified 4-wheel-drive actually had an unprecedented tie for 1st place of 196.917 seconds; which is may be the first time that has happened in LOL Rally-X history.
This event had two different families doing battle with each other. A father & daughter, team Freund competed against each other in their Subaru. This time age and wisdom concurred youth and exuberance. Brother & sister, team Martin duked it out in a mostly stock VW Golf with 220,000 miles on it. The little bother put up a good fight for his first time competing; but lost out to his older sister, by 0.929 seconds!
The next rally-x will be held Sept. 25th at the same location. Spectators and more competitors are welcome. Watch the forums and facebook for more details.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Pictures from 9/11/11 & 9/12/11 auto-x
Event was held at Cantebury Park.
Placed 1st is Street Modified Front-Wheel-Drive on saturday, and 3rd on Sunday (a late cone call took my 2nd place away).
picture gallery 1
picture gallery 2
picture gallery 3
Placed 1st is Street Modified Front-Wheel-Drive on saturday, and 3rd on Sunday (a late cone call took my 2nd place away).
picture gallery 1
picture gallery 2
picture gallery 3
Pics from Dog Daze Rally-X
Not long after the battle at BIR2, the Chumeons Golf was repaired and sent out to battle in an hay field. The mighty Golf took 1st in Modified 2wd (just barely beating the turbo charged honda del sol). This event was held in Pine City, MN.
Pictures are from Josh Jutting
Pictures are from Josh Jutting
Thursday, August 25, 2011
SCCA/Trans-Am Open House
Promoting the Trans-Am race at BIR coming up in labor-day. Snacks & beverages will be served. Volunteers works and spectators for the race are welcomed.
749 Canterbury Road South, Shakopee, MN
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Pics from MOWOG #5
http://www.flickr.com/photos/aranach/sets/72157627405572192/
Brand new Hoosier A6's (thanks Phill's Tire Service) and a ported 2.9l throttle body. 1st place out of 3.
Monday, August 8, 2011
Dog Daze RallyCross
Need a bit practice for Ojibwe Forests Rally? Feeling deprived from the lack of dirt on your car? Get your A$$ up to Pine City for Rally Cross!!!
It's been too damn long since we got the officially play in the dirt! Between the cancelled Nemadji Trail Rallies and the recent Rally Cross worker issues most of us are running around like crack heads needing a fix!
Come get dirty, put your car sideways, and drive your Subaru like it's ...supposed to be driven!
AUGUST 21st, Pine City, MN
Thanks to Josh Jutting we're set for a great time and a new venue!!!
Date of the event: August 21st. Please note that we are starting 1 hour later due to the travel.
ONE TIME "NEW VENUE" PRICE REDUCTION
$35.00 for SCCA Members
$50.00 for Non-Members
SPECIAL NOTICE:
Due to the course conditions and weather I'm setting up a RallyX Hotline. I will start updating the message on the hotline 72 hours before the event in case of special instructions or event cancellation. (612) 564-0748
Venue Address
13792 White Oak Road
Pine City, MN 55063
Directions:
1.35 North to Pine City Exit (2nd Pine City Exit~County Rd 11)
2.Head WEST on County Road 11 for approx 1.7 Miles.
3.Turn RIGHT onto Pioneer Road .9 miles
4.Turn Left onto White Oak Road .4 miles
Competitor registration- All competitors are urged to register and pre-pay no later than 5PM on Friday, August 19th.
If you need to register after 5PM you must do so in-person at the event. There will be a $10.00 fee to pay at the event. (This is above your competitor entrance fee)
PM or call Dave Goodman if you need to mail a check for payment. Dave 612-408-1704
ONLINE REGISTRATION AT
http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/schedule.php
Online preregistration is requested and strongly encouraged by 5PM on August 19th.
Fees:
SCCA Members: $35.00
Non-SCCA Members*:$50.00
Registration and/or Paying at the event, add $10.00
* Non-members are required to purchase an SCCA Weekend Membership for $15.00
(The weekend membership can be used as a $15 discount on a full SCCA membership).
All competitors and spectators must sign the official SCCA Waiver of Liability.
All minors present must have a minor waiver filled out. Form can be downloaded, printed in color and filled here: http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/rxinfo.php
All competitors MUST work the course as a condition of event entry.
All competitors must have an FRS Radio, radios cannot be shared between competitors.
All competitors must have a Snell/M 1995 or newer helmet. Loaner helmets are available but the quantity is limited.
Passengers will be allowed if waivered and wearing an approved helmet.
Not sure you're ready to RallyCross?? Come watch!!
SCHEDULE:
10AM REGISTRATION AND TECH OPEN
11AM- REGISTRATION CLOSES
11:30- DRIVERS MEETING
12:00- RUNS START
It's been too damn long since we got the officially play in the dirt! Between the cancelled Nemadji Trail Rallies and the recent Rally Cross worker issues most of us are running around like crack heads needing a fix!
Come get dirty, put your car sideways, and drive your Subaru like it's ...supposed to be driven!
AUGUST 21st, Pine City, MN
Thanks to Josh Jutting we're set for a great time and a new venue!!!
Date of the event: August 21st. Please note that we are starting 1 hour later due to the travel.
ONE TIME "NEW VENUE" PRICE REDUCTION
$35.00 for SCCA Members
$50.00 for Non-Members
SPECIAL NOTICE:
Due to the course conditions and weather I'm setting up a RallyX Hotline. I will start updating the message on the hotline 72 hours before the event in case of special instructions or event cancellation. (612) 564-0748
Venue Address
13792 White Oak Road
Pine City, MN 55063
Directions:
1.35 North to Pine City Exit (2nd Pine City Exit~County Rd 11)
2.Head WEST on County Road 11 for approx 1.7 Miles.
3.Turn RIGHT onto Pioneer Road .9 miles
4.Turn Left onto White Oak Road .4 miles
Competitor registration- All competitors are urged to register and pre-pay no later than 5PM on Friday, August 19th.
If you need to register after 5PM you must do so in-person at the event. There will be a $10.00 fee to pay at the event. (This is above your competitor entrance fee)
PM or call Dave Goodman if you need to mail a check for payment. Dave 612-408-1704
ONLINE REGISTRATION AT
http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/schedule.php
Online preregistration is requested and strongly encouraged by 5PM on August 19th.
Fees:
SCCA Members: $35.00
Non-SCCA Members*:$50.00
Registration and/or Paying at the event, add $10.00
* Non-members are required to purchase an SCCA Weekend Membership for $15.00
(The weekend membership can be used as a $15 discount on a full SCCA membership).
All competitors and spectators must sign the official SCCA Waiver of Liability.
All minors present must have a minor waiver filled out. Form can be downloaded, printed in color and filled here: http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/rxinfo.php
All competitors MUST work the course as a condition of event entry.
All competitors must have an FRS Radio, radios cannot be shared between competitors.
All competitors must have a Snell/M 1995 or newer helmet. Loaner helmets are available but the quantity is limited.
Passengers will be allowed if waivered and wearing an approved helmet.
Not sure you're ready to RallyCross?? Come watch!!
SCHEDULE:
10AM REGISTRATION AND TECH OPEN
11AM- REGISTRATION CLOSES
11:30- DRIVERS MEETING
12:00- RUNS START
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Oktoberally Road Rally
September 17 & 18, 2011. LaCrosse, Wisconsin
http://www.scclac.org/wp-content/uploads/2011-09r-flyer.pdf
http://www.scclac.org/wp-content/uploads/2011-09r-flyer.pdf
Friday, July 29, 2011
make weight....
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Car Craft Summer Nationals 2011 pics & videos
<---my run (fastest of the weekend 44.307)
<--mustang cobra & marauder
<--another mustang
This is the winning Nova, 45.2sec. very smooth & controlled. 2nd was a Corvette C6? on Hoosier A6 race tires.
Monday, July 25, 2011
Ojibwe Forest Rally Needs You!
Volunteers still needed for the Ojibwe Forests Rally Weekend. Want to be part of the action - Sign up Now!
Don’t just imagine… BE THERE! Want the best seat in the house? The best way to spectate is to volunteer. Sign up to work today! It takes an enormous commitment of time and people to organize a rally. You can get in on the excitement and see the racing up close by volunteering as an event worker.
2011 OFR Weekend Schedule will be published here as soon as it’s available.
Most workers get their own intersection in the woods to watch the cars. There are numerous opportunities to work with a group of your friends. Your group or club could volunteer to work together on a stage. Work at spectator areas and get the best parking and watching locations! Fill out our worker registration form.
We have openings for:
Course marshals: See the cars up close and at racing speeds by helping time the cars in and out of checkpoints, guarding access to closed forest roads, and assisting with spectator stages. For the beginning worker, this is a great introduction!
Ham radio operators: Get in on the race communications by transmitting vital information during the progress of the race to the control operator. Previous race experience is not necessary; just a willingness to help keep workers and competitors up-to-date.
Control Workers: Ensure that the times for completion of each stage are accurate. Championships have been won and lost on one tenth of a second. Mathematical ability is not required, just a steady hand on
the watch.
Medical personnel: Although there has never been a serious accident at the event, we plan for emergencies with qualified rescue crews.
Doctors, nurses, EMT’s and First Responders are needed for the safety crews. You can work medical and another specialty too.
Course set up/take down: All the forest roads seen in competition need to be carefully inspected the morning of the event. You can actually drive the rally stages as you put up and take down banner
tape that warns the general public the event is taking place.
More information at http://ojibweforestrally.com or sign up at
http://www.rallymasterpro.com/
Sign up now while there is still time!!!
Thank You!
Bob Carter
Chief of Controls
2011 Ojibwe Forests Rally Weekend
August 26 - 27, 2011
Don’t just imagine… BE THERE! Want the best seat in the house? The best way to spectate is to volunteer. Sign up to work today! It takes an enormous commitment of time and people to organize a rally. You can get in on the excitement and see the racing up close by volunteering as an event worker.
2011 OFR Weekend Schedule will be published here as soon as it’s available.
Most workers get their own intersection in the woods to watch the cars. There are numerous opportunities to work with a group of your friends. Your group or club could volunteer to work together on a stage. Work at spectator areas and get the best parking and watching locations! Fill out our worker registration form.
We have openings for:
Course marshals: See the cars up close and at racing speeds by helping time the cars in and out of checkpoints, guarding access to closed forest roads, and assisting with spectator stages. For the beginning worker, this is a great introduction!
Ham radio operators: Get in on the race communications by transmitting vital information during the progress of the race to the control operator. Previous race experience is not necessary; just a willingness to help keep workers and competitors up-to-date.
Control Workers: Ensure that the times for completion of each stage are accurate. Championships have been won and lost on one tenth of a second. Mathematical ability is not required, just a steady hand on
the watch.
Medical personnel: Although there has never been a serious accident at the event, we plan for emergencies with qualified rescue crews.
Doctors, nurses, EMT’s and First Responders are needed for the safety crews. You can work medical and another specialty too.
Course set up/take down: All the forest roads seen in competition need to be carefully inspected the morning of the event. You can actually drive the rally stages as you put up and take down banner
tape that warns the general public the event is taking place.
More information at http://ojibweforestrally.com or sign up at
http://www.rallymasterpro.com/
Sign up now while there is still time!!!
Thank You!
Bob Carter
Chief of Controls
2011 Ojibwe Forests Rally Weekend
August 26 - 27, 2011
Friday, June 24, 2011
2011 Car Craft Summer Nationals Auto-x and Launch Box Events
It's time again for the Car Craft Summer Nationals held at the Minnesota State Fair grounds. The LOL region SCCA will be running the auto-x and launch box events. The auto-x gets bigger and bigger each year and we expect to see even more participants this year. Volunteers are needed for both the auto-x and launch box. Many of you have helped in the past. If you want to see cool cars in action, rather than sitting by the curb, this is a great way. Below is a schedule and positions for volunteers:
Friday July 22nd
9:00am - 11:00am course design and set up
11:00am - 5:00pm auto-x and launch box (30 minute break for lunch)
Saturday July 23rd
11:00am - 4:00pm auto-x and launch box (30 minute break for lunch)
Sunday July 24th
9:30am - 12:30pm auto-x and launch box
12:30pm - 1:30pm clean up
Positions:
Tech Inspection - inspect cars for safety (there are no performance rules!)
Cone Marshal - run for hit cones and place them back
Starter - waves cars to the start line
Timing and Scoring - run the timing system for the auto-x
Launch Box - run the radar gun system for the launch box
When we are done each day, you're able to stay on grounds to see the show.
Please send all questions to danielcorgard@earthlink.net or call me at 612-741-3668.
Friday July 22nd
9:00am - 11:00am course design and set up
11:00am - 5:00pm auto-x and launch box (30 minute break for lunch)
Saturday July 23rd
11:00am - 4:00pm auto-x and launch box (30 minute break for lunch)
Sunday July 24th
9:30am - 12:30pm auto-x and launch box
12:30pm - 1:30pm clean up
Positions:
Tech Inspection - inspect cars for safety (there are no performance rules!)
Cone Marshal - run for hit cones and place them back
Starter - waves cars to the start line
Timing and Scoring - run the timing system for the auto-x
Launch Box - run the radar gun system for the launch box
When we are done each day, you're able to stay on grounds to see the show.
Please send all questions to danielcorgard@earthlink.net or call me at 612-741-3668.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Nemadji Trail Rally July 30th
Nemadji Trail Rally is set for July 30th 2011 In Duquette, MN and we need volunteers! We have open slots that will get you right up to the action! When registering please select your preferred slot.
We have open positions as a Course Marshals, Start Control Workers, Ham Radio Operators, and Bannering!
As a way to say thanks for all your help we're partnering with NOS Energy Drink and they are providing $100 in prize money for Nemadji Trail volunteers! We will raffle off the prize money during the awards ceremony on Saturday night.
We have open positions as a Course Marshals, Start Control Workers, Ham Radio Operators, and Bannering!
Please follow this link to register for the Rally:
http://www.rallymasterpro.com/workers/?group=2
Thank you,
Mark Larson for Dave Goodman
Chairman
2011 Nemadji Trail Rally
We have open positions as a Course Marshals, Start Control Workers, Ham Radio Operators, and Bannering!
As a way to say thanks for all your help we're partnering with NOS Energy Drink and they are providing $100 in prize money for Nemadji Trail volunteers! We will raffle off the prize money during the awards ceremony on Saturday night.
We have open positions as a Course Marshals, Start Control Workers, Ham Radio Operators, and Bannering!
Please follow this link to register for the Rally:
http://www.rallymasterpro.com/workers/?group=2
Thank you,
Mark Larson for Dave Goodman
Chairman
2011 Nemadji Trail Rally
Race At Autobahn With NASA
http://www.nasamidwest.com/
IN THIS ISSUE
• NEXT MIDWEST EVENT: Autobahn Country Club
• 3-Hour Enduro At Autobahn
• Earn Free Track Time
• Road America Season Finale
NASA Midwest is returning to Autobahn Country Club for the second time in the 2011 season on July 8-10. Be prepared for non-stop action, from a Friday Enduro HPDE to Time Trial to wheel-to-wheel racing. Register now before online registration closes and save $50!
Friday Enduro
Enduro racers take note--this next Autobahn event features an endurance race on Friday. Either 1.5 hours or 3 hours in length, the choice is yours. You can Ironman it and drive solo, or team up with a friend or two and go for the win. Endurance racing is a great way to get cost-effective seat time. Register today for the enduro at Autobahn.
Share this email with your gearhead friends interested in on-track driving by clicking here. We always enjoy welcoming new members to the NASA family, plus new members receive a free membership and you can earn free track time when you use the NASA Winner Card!
Free Track Time & Great Prizes!
NASA Midwest will be giving away a free weekend's registration Saturday evening, so be sure to stick around for Saturday's post-race activities. When you bring a new member to a NASA event, don't forget your Winner Card. Not only do you earn free track time, but your friend gets a free NASA membership and you can win a Free Ride In 2012.
Don't miss Saturday evening's prize giveaway, either. US Race Gear is providing a ton of great stuff for NASA drivers.
See you at the track!
Autobahn: ALL NASA DRIVERS
• SAVE $50: Autobahn online registration closes soon and HPDE always sells out first. After registrations closes, you'll need to register at the track. Register now and save $50. Learn more about the event here.
• TECH: Did you know you can get your HPDE car Pre-Teched at any SAE certified shop? Simply have them complete the tech form and stamp their SAE number on it. Race cars will need to visit the growing list of NASA Approved Tech Shops.
• EVENT CONFIRMATION: You will receive a detailed event confirmation on the Tuesday before the event.
Autobahn: HPDE & TT DRIVERS
• HPDE TECH: Meet on grid well before first session to get your car through tech.
• DRIVERS MEETING: Get your car through tech before the meeting or you will most likely miss your first session trying to get ready.
• TRACK ACCESS: Wrist bands will be handed out in the drivers meetings during roll call.
• HPDE SELECTION GUIDE: Check out the HPDE Wizard to see if your experience matches the group you selected. If you want to change, e-mail us this week.
• TIME TRIAL CLASSES: Complete your TT Classification Forms BEFORE you go to the track. Hand it to your TT Leader in your morning Drivers Meeting.
• TIME TRIAL LICENCE IS REQUIRED: Complete the License Renewal or Application before the event.
• Sign Up Before The Deadline and before HPDE is sold out and save $50. Register now!
IN THIS ISSUE
• NEXT MIDWEST EVENT: Autobahn Country Club
• 3-Hour Enduro At Autobahn
• Earn Free Track Time
• Road America Season Finale
NASA Midwest is returning to Autobahn Country Club for the second time in the 2011 season on July 8-10. Be prepared for non-stop action, from a Friday Enduro HPDE to Time Trial to wheel-to-wheel racing. Register now before online registration closes and save $50!
Friday Enduro
Enduro racers take note--this next Autobahn event features an endurance race on Friday. Either 1.5 hours or 3 hours in length, the choice is yours. You can Ironman it and drive solo, or team up with a friend or two and go for the win. Endurance racing is a great way to get cost-effective seat time. Register today for the enduro at Autobahn.
Share this email with your gearhead friends interested in on-track driving by clicking here. We always enjoy welcoming new members to the NASA family, plus new members receive a free membership and you can earn free track time when you use the NASA Winner Card!
Free Track Time & Great Prizes!
NASA Midwest will be giving away a free weekend's registration Saturday evening, so be sure to stick around for Saturday's post-race activities. When you bring a new member to a NASA event, don't forget your Winner Card. Not only do you earn free track time, but your friend gets a free NASA membership and you can win a Free Ride In 2012.
Don't miss Saturday evening's prize giveaway, either. US Race Gear is providing a ton of great stuff for NASA drivers.
See you at the track!
Autobahn: ALL NASA DRIVERS
• SAVE $50: Autobahn online registration closes soon and HPDE always sells out first. After registrations closes, you'll need to register at the track. Register now and save $50. Learn more about the event here.
• TECH: Did you know you can get your HPDE car Pre-Teched at any SAE certified shop? Simply have them complete the tech form and stamp their SAE number on it. Race cars will need to visit the growing list of NASA Approved Tech Shops.
• EVENT CONFIRMATION: You will receive a detailed event confirmation on the Tuesday before the event.
Autobahn: HPDE & TT DRIVERS
• HPDE TECH: Meet on grid well before first session to get your car through tech.
• DRIVERS MEETING: Get your car through tech before the meeting or you will most likely miss your first session trying to get ready.
• TRACK ACCESS: Wrist bands will be handed out in the drivers meetings during roll call.
• HPDE SELECTION GUIDE: Check out the HPDE Wizard to see if your experience matches the group you selected. If you want to change, e-mail us this week.
• TIME TRIAL CLASSES: Complete your TT Classification Forms BEFORE you go to the track. Hand it to your TT Leader in your morning Drivers Meeting.
• TIME TRIAL LICENCE IS REQUIRED: Complete the License Renewal or Application before the event.
• Sign Up Before The Deadline and before HPDE is sold out and save $50. Register now!
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Road Racing Help?
Do you have an interest in Road Racing? We are looking for some volunteers for our up coming events at BIR. Here is a link to some detailed job discriptions:
http://scca-lol.org/forum/index.php?topic=884.0
Land O' Lakes Region SCCA is always looking for more volunteers to help stage our Road Racing events at BIR.
We have a Double Regional race (with Vintage car racing) at BIR July 9th and 10th. We also will be staffing the SCCA Pro-Race Weekend over Labor Day Weekend. The Pro weekend will include Trans Am, Playboy Cup Miata's, Pro Spec Racer Ford and Pro Formula Enterprise.
Here are some position descriptions. Contact Kathy Gillen (info below) if you can help our our club with your time. Nearly all of the positions do not require any previous experience. We provide free admission, free camping, meals and beverages to our volunteers as well as whole a bunch of gratitude- you will enjoy being a part of these events!
Our volunteers can also do the Lunch-time track touring at no charge.
Radio Equipment Chief: Responsible for ensuring that radios are available and distributed to corners, safety and administration staff. You’ll check radios out in the morning, then collect them at the end of the day and make sure they are on their chargers for the night.
Equipment Chief: Responsible for getting the brooms, fire equipment, and water jugs out to the corners in the morning and pick them up at night. Sunday evening you’ll help put equipment away.
Course Marshal: During the event, you’ll flat tow drivers in (using your truck.) Also respond to requests from Control or Flag Chief to handle various tasks during the day. May also assist Equipment Chief as needed.
Tech Assistant #1: If you’ve helped tech cars before and during races, we need your help! You’ll assist the Chief of Tech to ensure cars have required equipment to race safely.
Tech Assistant #2: No experience necessary. You are organized and willing to help with the paperwork and forms. This is an important position because you’ll dramatically speed up the Tech Process by freeing up the Scrutineers.
Pit. Grid, and Paddock: No experience necessary. You’ll help the various chiefs with traffic control, and manage the entry and exit of cars. You’ll help drivers fasten straps and equipment as needed.
Corner Workers: According to some, this is the best seat in the house! You’ll use flags to help drivers pass, assist the safety crew as needed, and be prepared to keep the drivers safe. No experience necessary. Many drivers also work corners because it helps them better understand the turning points. If you intend to become a driver, work corners to build your expertise!
Runner: Pick up and deliver lunches, assist the Flag Chief with radios, and do many odd jobs and tasks that require flexibility. This is an extremely important job!
For more information on any volunteer position please contact Kathy Gillen at 763-241-8010 or email kathy@gillengroup.com
http://scca-lol.org/forum/index.php?topic=884.0
Land O' Lakes Region SCCA is always looking for more volunteers to help stage our Road Racing events at BIR.
We have a Double Regional race (with Vintage car racing) at BIR July 9th and 10th. We also will be staffing the SCCA Pro-Race Weekend over Labor Day Weekend. The Pro weekend will include Trans Am, Playboy Cup Miata's, Pro Spec Racer Ford and Pro Formula Enterprise.
Here are some position descriptions. Contact Kathy Gillen (info below) if you can help our our club with your time. Nearly all of the positions do not require any previous experience. We provide free admission, free camping, meals and beverages to our volunteers as well as whole a bunch of gratitude- you will enjoy being a part of these events!
Our volunteers can also do the Lunch-time track touring at no charge.
Radio Equipment Chief: Responsible for ensuring that radios are available and distributed to corners, safety and administration staff. You’ll check radios out in the morning, then collect them at the end of the day and make sure they are on their chargers for the night.
Equipment Chief: Responsible for getting the brooms, fire equipment, and water jugs out to the corners in the morning and pick them up at night. Sunday evening you’ll help put equipment away.
Course Marshal: During the event, you’ll flat tow drivers in (using your truck.) Also respond to requests from Control or Flag Chief to handle various tasks during the day. May also assist Equipment Chief as needed.
Tech Assistant #1: If you’ve helped tech cars before and during races, we need your help! You’ll assist the Chief of Tech to ensure cars have required equipment to race safely.
Tech Assistant #2: No experience necessary. You are organized and willing to help with the paperwork and forms. This is an important position because you’ll dramatically speed up the Tech Process by freeing up the Scrutineers.
Pit. Grid, and Paddock: No experience necessary. You’ll help the various chiefs with traffic control, and manage the entry and exit of cars. You’ll help drivers fasten straps and equipment as needed.
Corner Workers: According to some, this is the best seat in the house! You’ll use flags to help drivers pass, assist the safety crew as needed, and be prepared to keep the drivers safe. No experience necessary. Many drivers also work corners because it helps them better understand the turning points. If you intend to become a driver, work corners to build your expertise!
Runner: Pick up and deliver lunches, assist the Flag Chief with radios, and do many odd jobs and tasks that require flexibility. This is an extremely important job!
For more information on any volunteer position please contact Kathy Gillen at 763-241-8010 or email kathy@gillengroup.com
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
JUNE BUG RALLY CROSS!!! June 25th (SATURDAY)
Date of the event: June 25th, Saturday. Please note that we are starting 1 hour later due to the travel.
Price Reduction:
$35.00 for SCCA Members
$50.00 for Non-Members
SPECIAL NOTICE
Due to the course conditions and weather I'm setting up a RallyX Hotline. I will start updating the message on the hotline 72 hours before the event in case of special instructions or event cancellation. (612) 564-0748
Venue Address
13792 White Oak Road
Pine City, MN 55063
Directions:
1.35 North to Pine City Exit (County Rd 11)
2.Head WEST on County Road 11 for approx 1.7 Miles.
3.Turn RIGHT onto Pioneer Road .9 miles
4.Turn Left onto White Oak Road .4 miles
Competitor registration- All competitors are urged to register and pre-pay no later than 5PM on Friday, June 24th. If you need to register after 5PM you must do so in-person at the event. There will be a $10.00 fee to pay at the event. (This is above your competitor entrance fee)
PM or call Dave Goodman if you need to mail a check for payment. Dave 612-408-1704
ONLINE REGISTRATION AT
http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/schedule.php
Online preregistration is requested and strongly encouraged by 5PM on June 24th.
Fees:
SCCA Members: $35.00
Non-SCCA Members*:$50.00
Registration and/or Paying at the event, add $10.00
* Non-members are required to purchase an SCCA Weekend Membership for $15.00
(The weekend membership can be used as a $15 discount on a full SCCA membership).
All competitors and spectators must sign the official SCCA Waiver of Liability.
All minors present must have a minor waiver filled out. Form can be downloaded, printed in color and filled here: http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/rxinfo.php
All competitors MUST work the course as a condition of event entry.
All competitors must have an FRS Radio, radios cannot be shared between competitors.
All competitors must have a Snell/M 1995 or newer helmet. Loaner helmets are available but the quantity is limited.
Passengers will be allowed if waivered and wearing an approved helmet.
Not sure you’re ready to RallyCross?? Come watch!!
SCHEDULE:
10AM – REGISTRATION AND TECH OPEN
11AM- REGISTRATION CLOSES
11:30- DRIVERS MEETING
12:00- RUNS START
Price Reduction:
$35.00 for SCCA Members
$50.00 for Non-Members
SPECIAL NOTICE
Due to the course conditions and weather I'm setting up a RallyX Hotline. I will start updating the message on the hotline 72 hours before the event in case of special instructions or event cancellation. (612) 564-0748
Venue Address
13792 White Oak Road
Pine City, MN 55063
Directions:
1.35 North to Pine City Exit (County Rd 11)
2.Head WEST on County Road 11 for approx 1.7 Miles.
3.Turn RIGHT onto Pioneer Road .9 miles
4.Turn Left onto White Oak Road .4 miles
Competitor registration- All competitors are urged to register and pre-pay no later than 5PM on Friday, June 24th. If you need to register after 5PM you must do so in-person at the event. There will be a $10.00 fee to pay at the event. (This is above your competitor entrance fee)
PM or call Dave Goodman if you need to mail a check for payment. Dave 612-408-1704
ONLINE REGISTRATION AT
http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/schedule.php
Online preregistration is requested and strongly encouraged by 5PM on June 24th.
Fees:
SCCA Members: $35.00
Non-SCCA Members*:$50.00
Registration and/or Paying at the event, add $10.00
* Non-members are required to purchase an SCCA Weekend Membership for $15.00
(The weekend membership can be used as a $15 discount on a full SCCA membership).
All competitors and spectators must sign the official SCCA Waiver of Liability.
All minors present must have a minor waiver filled out. Form can be downloaded, printed in color and filled here: http://www.scca-lol.org/rally/rallyx/rxinfo.php
All competitors MUST work the course as a condition of event entry.
All competitors must have an FRS Radio, radios cannot be shared between competitors.
All competitors must have a Snell/M 1995 or newer helmet. Loaner helmets are available but the quantity is limited.
Passengers will be allowed if waivered and wearing an approved helmet.
Not sure you’re ready to RallyCross?? Come watch!!
SCHEDULE:
10AM – REGISTRATION AND TECH OPEN
11AM- REGISTRATION CLOSES
11:30- DRIVERS MEETING
12:00- RUNS START
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Doug Rippie Motorsports & SCCA-LOL Open House
Open House Tomorrow
Thursday, June 9th at 6pm
763-477-9272
Doug Rippie Motorsports (DRM)
1117 Highway 25 North
Buffalo, MN 55313
Join us for an evening of racing conversation at DRM!
Doug Rippie Motorsports is a fully equipped tuner shop specializing in late modelGM performance cars and trucks. We have been in the Corvette aftermarket performance industry since 1992, with racing roots as far back as 1965. DRM has built a reputation building top of the line cars at the track, street, strip, and show. DRM is constantly developing and redeveloping the fastest away around the track. That’s why we have won at the professional level, including World Challenge and the Corvette Challenge championships. DRM continues to push the limits in corvette performance today.
For a map and directions go to http://maps.google.com/ with the address above
Thursday, June 9th at 6pm
763-477-9272
Doug Rippie Motorsports (DRM)
1117 Highway 25 North
Buffalo, MN 55313
Join us for an evening of racing conversation at DRM!
Doug Rippie Motorsports is a fully equipped tuner shop specializing in late modelGM performance cars and trucks. We have been in the Corvette aftermarket performance industry since 1992, with racing roots as far back as 1965. DRM has built a reputation building top of the line cars at the track, street, strip, and show. DRM is constantly developing and redeveloping the fastest away around the track. That’s why we have won at the professional level, including World Challenge and the Corvette Challenge championships. DRM continues to push the limits in corvette performance today.
For a map and directions go to http://maps.google.com/ with the address above
June Bug RallyCross. 6/25/11
One of our fellow Rally Cross competitors, Josh Jutting has made land available for our June event. The event will be held on SATURDAY JUNE 25th in Pine City, MN!
The venue is conveniently located just a couple short miles west of Pine City off Highway 35.
13792 White Oak Road
Pine City
13792 White Oak RoadSCCA Members: $35.00
SCCA non-Members: $35.00 + Weekend Membership = $50.00
There will be a special incentive for any/all competitors that compete at this event AND help support Nemadji Trail Rally in Duquette, MN on July 30th. I will supply the details at this event."
Dave Goodman
The venue is conveniently located just a couple short miles west of Pine City off Highway 35.
13792 White Oak Road
Pine City
13792 White Oak RoadSCCA Members: $35.00
SCCA non-Members: $35.00 + Weekend Membership = $50.00
There will be a special incentive for any/all competitors that compete at this event AND help support Nemadji Trail Rally in Duquette, MN on July 30th. I will supply the details at this event."
Dave Goodman
Team Short Bus takes on BIR w/ Chump car....again....
Our other blog has been somewhat updated w/ results from the weekend prior!
http://team-short-bus.blogspot.com/
http://team-short-bus.blogspot.com/
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
SCCA-LOL does BIR....AGAIN!
Registration is OPEN for Jack Pine Sprints!
Drivers and Volunteers Register now
You can register for the Double Regional Jack Pine Sprints on July 9-10 at Brainerd International Raceway.
It's easy. It's fun. It's a GREAT competition course!
Drivers and Volunteers register on the same page:
http://www.motorsportreg.com/index.cfm/event/event.advert/uidEvent/472F2793-A140-D3F1-85587ECB07F9E389
Cendiv and LOL Champ points for this event.
Hotel options and special rates also listed on this link.
Or Go to http://www.motorsportreg.com/index.cfm/event/calendar
and scroll down to July 9-10. You'll see the SCCA Land O'Lakes Region at Brainerd event.
Time Trials registration will be available in a day or two at https://www.motorsportreg.com/
This is perfect for newer drivers who want to practice their skills.
We'll see you at the track!
OPEN HOUSE! Thursday, June 9th @ 6:00pm
Doug Rippie MotorSports
1117 Hwy 25 N. – Suite 2
Buffalo, MN 55313
763-477-9272
http://dougrippie.com/
Drivers and Volunteers Register now
You can register for the Double Regional Jack Pine Sprints on July 9-10 at Brainerd International Raceway.
It's easy. It's fun. It's a GREAT competition course!
Drivers and Volunteers register on the same page:
http://www.motorsportreg.com/index.cfm/event/event.advert/uidEvent/472F2793-A140-D3F1-85587ECB07F9E389
Cendiv and LOL Champ points for this event.
Hotel options and special rates also listed on this link.
Or Go to http://www.motorsportreg.com/index.cfm/event/calendar
and scroll down to July 9-10. You'll see the SCCA Land O'Lakes Region at Brainerd event.
Time Trials registration will be available in a day or two at https://www.motorsportreg.com/
This is perfect for newer drivers who want to practice their skills.
We'll see you at the track!
OPEN HOUSE! Thursday, June 9th @ 6:00pm
Doug Rippie MotorSports
1117 Hwy 25 N. – Suite 2
Buffalo, MN 55313
763-477-9272
http://dougrippie.com/
Sunday, May 29, 2011
2011 Harvey West Memorial Day Classic - Regional / Ratiional
Facebook photo gallery...
Car still looks great, no dents, dings, scratches, or wrinkles to take care of...only rubber marks from "flying tire turds" from drafting other cars! A new personal best lap time of 1.56!
Car still looks great, no dents, dings, scratches, or wrinkles to take care of...only rubber marks from "flying tire turds" from drafting other cars! A new personal best lap time of 1.56!
