| rupertberr | 07-18-2005 08:31 PM |
I talked to Sue a couple of weeks ago. The National Championship has been moved to Hastings, Nebraska on October 15-16. Of course Sue is now retiring, so... :confused:
| MarkA | 07-19-2005 02:04 AM |
Thanks - I had heard the Hastings date/venue change as well so at least I know I'm not going crazy.
Now if only the SCCA could confirm and put out some info considering it's only 3 months away... :rolleyes:
Now if only the SCCA could confirm and put out some info considering it's only 3 months away... :rolleyes:
| omahasubaru | 07-19-2005 09:13 AM |
[QUOTE=rupertberr]I talked to Sue a couple of weeks ago. The National Championship has been moved to Hastings, Nebraska on October 15-16. Of course Sue is now retiring, so... :confused:[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=MarkA]Thanks - I had heard the Hastings date/venue change as well so at least I know I'm not going crazy.
Now if only the SCCA could confirm and put out some info considering it's only 3 months away... :rolleyes:[/QUOTE]
I wouldn't count any eggs. What I have heard from our RE's conversation with Howard Duncan that there will be no 'Rallycross National Championship' in 2005 at all. He too mentioned the need for a better divisional & national tour like program before there can truly be a 'National Championship'. I don't think we'll see a 'National Championship' until 2007 at the earliest.
I think everyone should take a deep breath and relax and not make any plans until it is offical.
Lets all just relax until we hear something direct from SCCA. Afterall if you go to SCCA.org there is nothing on the rallycross calendar stating what you are. So what was speculated in GRM & Sports Car obviously isn't true or it would be on the SCCA site & Calendar.
Take care guys.
[QUOTE=MarkA]Thanks - I had heard the Hastings date/venue change as well so at least I know I'm not going crazy.
Now if only the SCCA could confirm and put out some info considering it's only 3 months away... :rolleyes:[/QUOTE]
I wouldn't count any eggs. What I have heard from our RE's conversation with Howard Duncan that there will be no 'Rallycross National Championship' in 2005 at all. He too mentioned the need for a better divisional & national tour like program before there can truly be a 'National Championship'. I don't think we'll see a 'National Championship' until 2007 at the earliest.
I think everyone should take a deep breath and relax and not make any plans until it is offical.
Lets all just relax until we hear something direct from SCCA. Afterall if you go to SCCA.org there is nothing on the rallycross calendar stating what you are. So what was speculated in GRM & Sports Car obviously isn't true or it would be on the SCCA site & Calendar.
Take care guys.
| cowapult | 07-19-2005 11:43 AM |
[QUOTE=omahasubaru]I wouldn't count any eggs. What I have heard from our RE's conversation with Howard Duncan that there will be no 'Rallycross National Championship' in 2005 at all....
Lets all just relax until we hear something direct from SCCA. Afterall if you go to SCCA.org there is nothing on the rallycross calendar stating what you are. So what was speculated in GRM & Sports Car obviously isn't true or it would be on the SCCA site & Calendar.
Take care guys.[/QUOTE]
I guess I agree. Even if we had no other evidence, I would say that the lack of organization and preparation is one strong indicator that it won't happen this year.
But, you've got to admit that Sportscar is a pretty official source, so you can't blame us for believing it ;) It just makes you wonder what's happening up there at national...
Lets all just relax until we hear something direct from SCCA. Afterall if you go to SCCA.org there is nothing on the rallycross calendar stating what you are. So what was speculated in GRM & Sports Car obviously isn't true or it would be on the SCCA site & Calendar.
Take care guys.[/QUOTE]
I guess I agree. Even if we had no other evidence, I would say that the lack of organization and preparation is one strong indicator that it won't happen this year.
But, you've got to admit that Sportscar is a pretty official source, so you can't blame us for believing it ;) It just makes you wonder what's happening up there at national...
| Jerry Doctor | 07-22-2005 03:47 PM |
RallyCross National Challenge
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Finally - it's official! The first SCCA RallyCross National Challenge will be held October 15-16 in Hastings, Nebraska. More information can be found at the SCCA website or by going to the Nebraska Region's website. By tomorrow there will be a sign-up on the Nebraska Region site to get e-mail updates on the event as the details become available.
There will be two different courses (one for Saturday and one for Sunday), each about a mile in length. Planning is underway to make sure this will be the most fun you have ever had at a RallyCross, both on AND off the course. This won't be your usual SCCA Saturday night event party!!
NOTE: The forum software will not allow me to post a link to the Nebraska Region site because I am a new member! This should let you figure out what it is: The usual three letters. nrscca. The usual three letter ending.
Jerry Doctor
Regional Executive
Nebraska Region, SCCA
There will be two different courses (one for Saturday and one for Sunday), each about a mile in length. Planning is underway to make sure this will be the most fun you have ever had at a RallyCross, both on AND off the course. This won't be your usual SCCA Saturday night event party!!
NOTE: The forum software will not allow me to post a link to the Nebraska Region site because I am a new member! This should let you figure out what it is: The usual three letters. nrscca. The usual three letter ending.
Jerry Doctor
Regional Executive
Nebraska Region, SCCA
| KC | 07-22-2005 03:48 PM |
I'd fly out for this (maybe) if I could find a co-driver... otherwise it's a LOOONG drive from New England. (ok... it's 150 miles further than Topeka that I drive out to every year... but don't want to do it 2x in one year) :)
[QUOTE=Jerry Doctor]Finally - it's official! The first SCCA RallyCross National Challenge will be held October 15-17 in Hastings, Nebraska. [/QUOTE]
the 17th is a Monday... is that correct?
--kC
[QUOTE=Jerry Doctor]Finally - it's official! The first SCCA RallyCross National Challenge will be held October 15-17 in Hastings, Nebraska. [/QUOTE]
the 17th is a Monday... is that correct?
--kC
| MarkA | 07-22-2005 03:52 PM |
[QUOTE=Jerry Doctor]Finally - it's official! The first SCCA RallyCross National Challenge will be held October 15-17 in Hastings, Nebraska. More information can be found at the SCCA website or by going to the Nebraska Region's website. By tomorrow there will be a sign-up on the Nebraska Region site to get e-mail updates on the event as the details become available.
There will be two different courses (one for Saturday and one for Sunday), each about a mile in length. Planning is underway to make sure this will be the most fun you have ever had at a RallyCross, both on AND off the course. This won't be your usual SCCA Saturday night event party!!
Jerry Doctor
Regional Executive
Nebraska Region, SCCA[/QUOTE]
Putting in my vacation request right now... :banana: :)
There will be two different courses (one for Saturday and one for Sunday), each about a mile in length. Planning is underway to make sure this will be the most fun you have ever had at a RallyCross, both on AND off the course. This won't be your usual SCCA Saturday night event party!!
Jerry Doctor
Regional Executive
Nebraska Region, SCCA[/QUOTE]
Putting in my vacation request right now... :banana: :)
| MarkA | 07-22-2005 03:57 PM |
[QUOTE=KC]
the 17th is a Monday... is that correct?
--kC[/QUOTE]
I think he typo'd that - the SCCA site says 14th-16th.
the 17th is a Monday... is that correct?
--kC[/QUOTE]
I think he typo'd that - the SCCA site says 14th-16th.
| Jerry Doctor | 07-22-2005 04:03 PM |
Sorry guys - my typo. The event will be Saturday and Sunday, October 15-16. I have corrected the original post.
There are plans for early registration check-in, tech and practice on a shortened version of the Sunday course on Friday, Oct 14. There will also (DEFINITELY!) be a "social activity" Friday night.
If you are thinking you want to attend, you'll want to register for the e-mail updates on the Nebraska Region website. That should be working by tomorrow (if not tonight). Since I am still too new to be allowed to post a URL link, let me just say again: The usual three letters. nrscca. The usual three letters.
Jerry Doctor
Regional Executive
Nebraska Region, SCCA
There are plans for early registration check-in, tech and practice on a shortened version of the Sunday course on Friday, Oct 14. There will also (DEFINITELY!) be a "social activity" Friday night.
If you are thinking you want to attend, you'll want to register for the e-mail updates on the Nebraska Region website. That should be working by tomorrow (if not tonight). Since I am still too new to be allowed to post a URL link, let me just say again: The usual three letters. nrscca. The usual three letters.
Jerry Doctor
Regional Executive
Nebraska Region, SCCA
| KC | 07-22-2005 05:35 PM |
Will there be an entry cap?
| silver04rs | 07-22-2005 05:40 PM |
From the SCCA page today
Continuing its pioneering evolution of the sport, Sports Car Club of America (SCCA), Inc. officials have announced that Motorsports Park Hastings (MPH), in Hastings, Neb., has been selected as the site for the SCCA RallyCross National Challenge, the first National level RallyCross in SCCA history.
Set for October 14-16, SCCA Nebraska Region will host the event, which is open to all SCCA members and will serve as a prototype for both a future national RallyCross series and a national championship.
�We are excited for the opportunity to add another chapter into SCCA�s long history,� SCCA Vice President of Competition Programs and Region Development Howard Duncan said. �We wanted to elevate our RallyCross program to the next level, and we feel Hastings and SCCA Nebraska Region provide what our National RallyCross program needs for a successful launch, thanks to the amazing community support of other SCCA events.�
MPH Managing Partner George Anderson said many communities in the area are already prepared for the event.
�I can't go anywhere these days without someone asking when the next event is,� Anderson said. �Having a RallyCross National Challenge will draw people from all over. The recent RallyCross made the front page of the Hastings paper, and even last Sunday, the track project made the Grand Island Independent's front page.
�Hastings' population is 24,000, Grand Island is 40,000 and Kearney is 20,000. This population base is waiting in anxious anticipation to be involved in SCCA�s world.�
SCCA Nebraska Region Regional Executive Jerry Doctor said his group would be up to the task of hosting an event that will feature 10 classes spread over four preparatory levels.
�The Nebraska Region is proud to host the first Rallycross National Challenge,� Doctor said. �Our region has a reputation for fun events, and we are planning an entertaining weekend both on and off the course that neither fans nor entrants will soon forget.�
Fans will see a wide range of vehicles, which are required to meet minimal, yet strict safety standards. The cars will fall into one of the four categories - Street Stock, Rally Street, Rally Prepared or Rally Mod. Complete rules and a further breakdown of categories and classes can be found at [url]www.scca.com[/url].
Since its start in 1997, SCCA RallyCross has evolved from five events in its first year to more than 150 Regional events, four Divisional events and now National-level competition annually.
RallyCross is an automotive competition held on an unpaved, mostly flat surface where turns and maneuvers are connected by short straights that emphasize the driver�s car control skill, as well as car handling and agility rather than speed or power. Competition is based on comparing drivers� times needed to complete the course, and is similar to an off-road autocross.
For more information about RallyCross or other SCCA competition programs including Club Racing and Solo, visit [url]www.scca.com[/url].
Continuing its pioneering evolution of the sport, Sports Car Club of America (SCCA), Inc. officials have announced that Motorsports Park Hastings (MPH), in Hastings, Neb., has been selected as the site for the SCCA RallyCross National Challenge, the first National level RallyCross in SCCA history.
Set for October 14-16, SCCA Nebraska Region will host the event, which is open to all SCCA members and will serve as a prototype for both a future national RallyCross series and a national championship.
�We are excited for the opportunity to add another chapter into SCCA�s long history,� SCCA Vice President of Competition Programs and Region Development Howard Duncan said. �We wanted to elevate our RallyCross program to the next level, and we feel Hastings and SCCA Nebraska Region provide what our National RallyCross program needs for a successful launch, thanks to the amazing community support of other SCCA events.�
MPH Managing Partner George Anderson said many communities in the area are already prepared for the event.
�I can't go anywhere these days without someone asking when the next event is,� Anderson said. �Having a RallyCross National Challenge will draw people from all over. The recent RallyCross made the front page of the Hastings paper, and even last Sunday, the track project made the Grand Island Independent's front page.
�Hastings' population is 24,000, Grand Island is 40,000 and Kearney is 20,000. This population base is waiting in anxious anticipation to be involved in SCCA�s world.�
SCCA Nebraska Region Regional Executive Jerry Doctor said his group would be up to the task of hosting an event that will feature 10 classes spread over four preparatory levels.
�The Nebraska Region is proud to host the first Rallycross National Challenge,� Doctor said. �Our region has a reputation for fun events, and we are planning an entertaining weekend both on and off the course that neither fans nor entrants will soon forget.�
Fans will see a wide range of vehicles, which are required to meet minimal, yet strict safety standards. The cars will fall into one of the four categories - Street Stock, Rally Street, Rally Prepared or Rally Mod. Complete rules and a further breakdown of categories and classes can be found at [url]www.scca.com[/url].
Since its start in 1997, SCCA RallyCross has evolved from five events in its first year to more than 150 Regional events, four Divisional events and now National-level competition annually.
RallyCross is an automotive competition held on an unpaved, mostly flat surface where turns and maneuvers are connected by short straights that emphasize the driver�s car control skill, as well as car handling and agility rather than speed or power. Competition is based on comparing drivers� times needed to complete the course, and is similar to an off-road autocross.
For more information about RallyCross or other SCCA competition programs including Club Racing and Solo, visit [url]www.scca.com[/url].
| thechickencow | 07-25-2005 10:33 AM |
I wonder how many actual rally teams will show up considering LSPR is the next weekend and Nebraska is rally-dead man's land.
I wish I didn't have a wedding that weekend or I'd consider it.
Jay
#583 G5
I wish I didn't have a wedding that weekend or I'd consider it.
Jay
#583 G5
| omahasubaru | 07-25-2005 11:44 AM |
[QUOTE=KC]I'd fly out for this (maybe) if I could find a co-driver...[/QUOTE]
If you need someone to pick you up from the airport or need assitance in lodging, just let me know.
If you need someone to pick you up from the airport or need assitance in lodging, just let me know.
| Fred | 07-25-2005 01:03 PM |
After making plans for a rallycross championship in Topeka & now cancelling them, I'm going to sit this one out & hope it goes well so there's another one next year.
| KC | 07-25-2005 01:04 PM |
Ahh I thought this was a championship. Count me out then.
| omahasubaru | 07-25-2005 02:11 PM |
Why not make the trip? Many have already planned on some kind of event, why does the location make you less interested. The site this is one is likely better than anything found in Topeka as it will be fully prepped and is HUGE!
It is the First National level event and the winner will be a National Level winner, just because they don't call it a championship doesn't make it any less of an event.
If you don't go, you will regret it I'm sure.
It is the First National level event and the winner will be a National Level winner, just because they don't call it a championship doesn't make it any less of an event.
If you don't go, you will regret it I'm sure.
| KC | 07-25-2005 02:17 PM |
[QUOTE=omahasubaru]Why not make the trip? Many have already planned on some kind of event, why does the location make you less interested. The site this is one is likely better than anything found in Topeka as it will be fully prepped and is HUGE!
It is the First National level event and the winner will be a National Level winner, just because they don't call it a championship doesn't make it any less of an event.
If you don't go, you will regret it I'm sure.[/QUOTE]
Translation: Don't let a little bit of peer pressure stop you! :lol:
It is the First National level event and the winner will be a National Level winner, just because they don't call it a championship doesn't make it any less of an event.
If you don't go, you will regret it I'm sure.[/QUOTE]
Translation: Don't let a little bit of peer pressure stop you! :lol:
| omahasubaru | 07-25-2005 02:27 PM |
:p :banana:
| jr4jc | 08-19-2005 12:41 AM |
wife said ok and work said ok, i am planning to attend, course sounds great, 1mile in length and supposedly well prepared surface, friday and saturday evening parties...!!!
| omahasubaru | 08-19-2005 09:34 AM |
Glad you can make it.
Make sure you sign up for updates at [url]http://www.nrscca.com[/url] so that you get the info as soon as it's available. There is going to be some pretty sweet offerings for early entrants...
I'll come back here and post a new thread once the details for registration cost, timeline etc. are more finalized.
You don't want to miss this event. By my estimation both the East & West courses will be close to 3/4 mile long.
Make sure you sign up for updates at [url]http://www.nrscca.com[/url] so that you get the info as soon as it's available. There is going to be some pretty sweet offerings for early entrants...
I'll come back here and post a new thread once the details for registration cost, timeline etc. are more finalized.
You don't want to miss this event. By my estimation both the East & West courses will be close to 3/4 mile long.
| Fred | 08-19-2005 12:03 PM |
[QUOTE]Why not make the trip? Many have already planned on some kind of event, why does the location make you less interested. The site this is one is likely better than anything found in Topeka as it will be fully prepped and is HUGE![/QUOTE]
It's not the location - it's something along the lines of "fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, shame on me." Don't want to make plans again, just to have them change the date & location again. :)
It's not the location - it's something along the lines of "fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, shame on me." Don't want to make plans again, just to have them change the date & location again. :)
| 10th Warrior | 08-19-2005 12:07 PM |
[quote]Don't want to make plans again, just to have them change the date & location again.[/quote]
from the sounds of things, you can take this event away from Hastings when you pry it from their cold, dead hand ;) i wouldn't be worried about it changing again at this point.
from the sounds of things, you can take this event away from Hastings when you pry it from their cold, dead hand ;) i wouldn't be worried about it changing again at this point.
| MarkA | 08-19-2005 02:20 PM |
I seriously doubt it will change again � it better not � I�ve already taken the time off and made travel plans and hotel reservations all the way from SoCal.
If you�re on their mailing list, they�ve even put out a preliminary weekend schedule already.
If you�re on their mailing list, they�ve even put out a preliminary weekend schedule already.
| randy zimmer | 08-19-2005 04:38 PM |
From the video, the ruts look to be monumental.
For a large field of cars, dirt alone doesn't hold up well.
Good luck.
rz
For a large field of cars, dirt alone doesn't hold up well.
Good luck.
rz
| jr4jc | 08-19-2005 05:09 PM |
sue at scca said they were going to get large equipment to wet and pack the surface so it would be a good surface for the weekend.
| Fred | 08-19-2005 11:47 PM |
Hmmm... I wonder if I can talk Sue/SCCA into doing that to our field... :lol:
| jr4jc | 08-31-2005 09:19 AM |
they got discount motel rooms for the 1st 40 rooms $25 fri and $25 sat nites, got mine reserved.
i do want to see what they do to the field and how it holds up!?!?!?
i do want to see what they do to the field and how it holds up!?!?!?
| Porsche914boxer4 | 08-31-2005 11:25 AM |
so where is the best city to fly into? If I come out from San Diego can I room with someone?
Eli
Eli
| Porsche914boxer4 | 08-31-2005 11:29 AM |
bump!
| omahasubaru | 08-31-2005 02:15 PM |
[b]Make sure you guys check out the sticky thread at the top of this forum!!!
[url=http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=835856]2005 SCCA Rallycross National Challenge[/url][/b]
Best city is likely Omaha, NE
[url=http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=835856]2005 SCCA Rallycross National Challenge[/url][/b]
Best city is likely Omaha, NE
| MarkA | 08-31-2005 02:56 PM |
[QUOTE=Porsche914boxer4]bump![/QUOTE]
See ya there Eli!
See ya there Eli!
| Porsche914boxer4 | 08-31-2005 04:49 PM |
I may......I need to talk to someone at SCCA first. I'm not even a member anymore.
| Porsche914boxer4 | 08-31-2005 08:06 PM |
are they gonna try to get some SPEED coverage for this? :)
| rupertberr | 09-01-2005 12:28 AM |
[QUOTE=omahasubaru][b]Make sure you guys check out the sticky thread at the top of this forum!!!
[url=http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=835856]2005 SCCA Rallycross National Challenge[/url][/b]
[/QUOTE]
Can we keep all the information on one thread?^^^^^^
GRM and SportsCar will be covering the event. Speed is wishful thinking.
[url=http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=835856]2005 SCCA Rallycross National Challenge[/url][/b]
[/QUOTE]
Can we keep all the information on one thread?^^^^^^
GRM and SportsCar will be covering the event. Speed is wishful thinking.
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