NickHolt Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 I just got off the phone with Brian Callaway. The races scheduled for this Saturday, 11/20/04, have been cancelled due to the infield being under water. There are no plans to reschedule since it's so late in the year. Nick Holt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truck99 Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 Now there's a big surprise. Hope to see everyone next year. cs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
looneedude Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 you know nick and bryan and all involved at thr thankyou for trying to get this race in.....BUT this really sucks for all your guys and gals who had already spent money to run this race....some of us had to build cars for the enduro... I would like to know how much, when and if.. some one like myself could rent the track to put on the enduro some time this winter... this maybe a stupid idea but if all the racers who where goin to spend at least $100 to walk through the gate all put half that into the track rental and the other half into a purse we could all still get to run even if no one sits in the stands..i dont care if its a little cold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahneFan Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 you know nick and bryan and all involved at thr thankyou for trying to get this race in.....BUT this really sucks for all your guys and gals who had already spent money to run this race....some of us had to build cars for the enduro... I would like to know how much, when and if.. some one like myself could rent the track to put on the enduro some time this winter... this maybe a stupid idea but if all the racers who where goin to spend at least $100 to walk through the gate all put half that into the track rental and the other half into a purse we could all still get to run even if no one sits in the stands..i dont care if its a little cold That's an awsome idea! If officials don't come with the "rental", I'll officiate for free. I ain't skeered of a little cool air. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahneFan Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 If not THR, is Longhorn still rentable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
looneedude Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 if we cant get a "track" some friends and i where gonna run a little news years enduro in a cow paster what cars where left after the enuro we where gonna have a demo derby....this is actully for real we plan on throwing 50 bucks a piece in a pot and race for it winner take all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProTree Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 i'd forget about longhorn-it would take months to get it raceable-it looks like a hazard-as for the cars you built for the enduro-nobody made you build a car-it was your choice-now your ahead of the game for next year-get ready for the holidays-enjoy them-next season will be here before you know it-Happy Thanksgiving Everybody- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickHolt Posted November 17, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 I think a track rental for an enduro is a great idea. But before anyone gets too far into this, remember that there are some things that need to be taken care of: 1) Event Medical Insurance and Liability Insurance 2) Security 3) Ambulance and EMT 4) Fire 5) Track clean up including oil dry 4) Scoring 6) Pit gate staff 7) Race officials (I'm available and I'm sure some of my staff would be available too.) 8) Infield electricity 9) And if you're really brave -- concessions anyone? LOL Unfortunately, most of these items cost money, but I'm pretty sure Brian would be willing to include some of the above in a track rental deal so no one would have to come up with all of the stuff on their own. Nick Holt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyRodriguez Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 ok, now we can ask, when is the rules meeting ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Chuckman Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 Thats too bad I know Brian & Jim and all the people out at THR tried to get this race in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickHolt Posted November 17, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 ok, now we can ask, when is the rules meeting ?? I'm hopeful that Brian will have an announcement about a rules meeting and the banquet sometime soon. I know, I know.. but hey, I can't tell you if I don't know myself, right? Nick Holt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyRodriguez Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 no problem there Nick, hopefully not too many changes.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahneFan Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 1) Event Medical Insurance and Liability Insurance 2) Security 3) Ambulance and EMT 4) Fire 5) Track clean up including oil dry >> I would think those might be able to be included into the price being that they (Brian) would already have the proper contacts and would probably know a good estimate on $$ >> I don't know who owns the trucks for #5 is why I include that in there as well. 4) Scoring 6) Pit gate staff 7) Race officials (I'm available and I'm sure some of my staff would be available too.) >> Maybe we could find volenteers for these positions. Heck, me and Nick have already offered. 8) Infield electricity >> If it were ONLY an Enduro, run it from 4:00 - dusk. No lights = much lower bill. If it's still including the other two classes. RUN THE OTHER TWO FIRST, at 1:30 - 2:30, 2:30 - 3:30, intermission, Enduro from 4:00 - dusk 9) And if you're really brave -- concessions anyone? LOL >> After managing restaurants for 8 years I'll bet I could find someone. If not, I'm sure people won't have a problem bringing their own. >> Do you think it would actually be possible to get a quote from Brian as to Track plus #1 - #5 rental? >> It may be waay out of our league... but it might not. Eric Little guy with a big dream Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuckman Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahneFan Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ So, what you're saying is, we'd be better off going back to the thread where we talked about pitching in and just buying THR? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racechick Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 Most of the people out there already bring their own food I know Chris Birminghams (i think) wife is always on here asking about what the guys would want. But I mean whats a few hours at the track bring some lunch meat, bread and something to drink there ya go thats lunch. BBQ I am sure someone has a BBQ pit big enough just bring the meat someone will know how to BBQ I am pretty sure lol but I think it is a good idea to do just find out first how many people will be on it! Do it during the day and it shouldn't be that bad! I know quite a few people that could work the pit gates but as long as they can watch the race :-) if you need help with anything let me know Tiff- PS I know the money thing is a big issue apparently! lol From what I am gathering you have around 100$ to get a grandstock in the pits inculding register, and pit pass. (just a guess) then if you have the streets and hobbys you'll have what a total of about 55 cars or SO! Find out the cost of the track, insurance, and security. The officals part I am sure there are wifes there that will help out with the pit office and front gate as long as they see their race :-) but then the infield officials I am sure most will volunteer. But you do need to find out how many cars would show up and who would help for free! The purse might not be as much as everyone was hoping for but you would still be racing! Some do it for love others for money but which one comes first? just my .02cents don't yell at me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickHolt Posted November 17, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 Anyone who sits down and actually figures up what it would cost to rent the track and put on the show that Brian just cancelled will give up the idea pretty darn quick unless they are willing to take a financial loss. It's pretty obvious that the money it would take to put on such an event would far surpass any revenue the event would generate unless the entry fees were dramatically increased, the purses greatly reduced and the pit passes increased. That being said, I'm still willing to donate my time to serve as a race official should someone decide to give it a try. Nick Holt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racechick Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 I have never rented a track so I wouldn't know! I grew up watching how to run a track and I know what it takes. It is a very hard thing to do, and I understand that but if someone wants to race for the love of it heck its the last one why not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gundogC3 Posted November 17, 2004 Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 SO NICK, doe's the mean u are comming to the banquet saturday nite! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickHolt Posted November 17, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 I have never rented a track so I wouldn't know! I grew up watching how to run a track and I know what it takes. It is a very hard thing to do, and I understand that but if someone wants to race for the love of it heck its the last one why not? Sounds like you're on the right track, racechick. Give it a try! Nick Holt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickHolt Posted November 17, 2004 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2004 SO NICK, doe's the mean u are comming to the banquet saturday nite! Yes, sir. I'll be there. Am looking forward to it. Nick Holt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyT66 Posted November 18, 2004 Report Share Posted November 18, 2004 i37 will help out!we are having a big race the 27th of nov.if you guys and gals want to do it on sun the 28th,lets do it.same rules.but i need to know if you really want to do this,i can get the staff ready along with ambulane and support units.call frank at 210/3676261 or 5325421....cars will work on the dirt sa asphalt,we were taking 6 cars and we change nothing on these cars.they work in c.c. and sas.so it is easy to do ....no more complaining now,you have a track........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy5249 Posted November 18, 2004 Report Share Posted November 18, 2004 Alright guys we got a track how many people are actually gonna show up to this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTR73 Posted November 18, 2004 Report Share Posted November 18, 2004 will it be for all Texas classes? if so i will talk to my driver about this Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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