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Ya what Mako said, I will do the course work. Any offers?

Joe Co wrote:Hi all, I was one of the unlucky 50 who didn't make it on the list. I am new to AutoX and was wondering if anyone would like to split their runs with me? I will gladly pay half of the entry fee.

Thanks,
Joe

If it doesn't work out, keep in mind there's another practice at El Toro on 8/8. I'd say your chances are good to get into that one.

Joe Co wrote:Hi all, I was one of the unlucky 50 who didn't make it on the list. I am new to AutoX and was wondering if anyone would like to split their runs with me? I will gladly pay half of the entry fee.

Thanks,
Joe

Keep in mind that shared entries are co-drivers. In fact, I'm not sure we have a mechanism in place to track two cars each getting half the runs. That may be why you aren't seeing too many offers. Co-driving is a relationship you develop into. Not many people turn their keys over to new people and say 'have at it'.

At the No$ Practice Mihai and I shared my runs ... he running in his own car. Yuki, Reg and Timing accommodated us/him to allow that to happen. Originally I thought he wanted to run in one of my sessions and me in the other, but since he was doing a test between the Yok 07's and new 08's, he needed to be able to run in both sessions, so he could change tires between them.

So there is pretty much no way I can run my own car? So sad =(.... I didn't it was going to be a problem. I guess I will go for the rides and see what I can learn from there, and hopefully make the other events. Thanks Guys....

I just said that Mihai drove his Suby and I drove our Miata ... it CAN be done.

Joe Co wrote:So there is pretty much no way I can run my own car? So sad =(.... I didn't it was going to be a problem. I guess I will go for the rides and see what I can learn from there, and hopefully make the other events. Thanks Guys....

August 8th.

Mako Koiwai wrote:At the No$ Practice Mihai and I shared my runs ... he running in his own car. Yuki, Reg and Timing accommodated us/him to allow that to happen. Originally I thought he wanted to run in one of my sessions and me in the other, but since he was doing a test between the Yok 07's and new 08's, he needed to be able to run in both sessions, so he could change tires between them.

It can be made to work, and I confirmed with George that we will, but I wouldn't assume that any particular club will do it in their practice.

Christine Berry wrote:

Brett King wrote:Hey Adrian,

I sent my check in the day it was posted and I'm not on the practice list, just wondering what's up ?

Thanks,

Brett

Priority for getting into this practice went something like this:
CASOC members
Guests of CASOC members
People going to nationals (hence the name "CASOC Summer Picnic - BBQ - Test n Tune")
FSAE volunteers
points card holders

Considering we got enough entries to fill over 1 1/2 practices, I would say that we barely broke the surface of the fifth category. Don't be too discouraged though, the difficulty in getting into practices seems to diminish between Nationals in September and January when the new season begins.

I'm also very surprised I sent my check 1 day later and I'm CASOC member but still I didn't make it
Don't we have some priority in our own club events?

Christos Adam wrote: I'm also very surprised I sent my check 1 day later and I'm CASOC member but still I didn't make it
Don't we have some priority in our own club events?

Did you note that you were a CASOC member or RSVP on the club forum?
We did have priority, you should have been in. But Adrian has to know you're a member.

Christos Adam wrote:I'm also very surprised I sent my check 1 day later and I'm CASOC member but still I didn't make it
Don't we have some priority in our own club events?

Sorry Chris. We had the list posted on the CASOC board for 2 days waiting for issues from club members before posting the final list to the general public. The first two cancellations are already promised. You're number 3. We'll do our best to get you in.

Every practice I've ever done reg for has had at least 6 cancels. Rule of thumb is closer to 8.
Here we have 25% more entrants. Does that mean 8 = 10?
Or does the fact this one has been so desirable to get in mean that the cancels are reduced?
Or does the fact that Aug 8th is wide open mean people aren't as panicked about this one and might be more likely to cancel?

Dontcha love certainty and perfect information?

George Schilling wrote:

Christos Adam wrote:I'm also very surprised I sent my check 1 day later and I'm CASOC member but still I didn't make it
Don't we have some priority in our own club events?

Sorry Chris. We had the list posted on the CASOC board for 2 days waiting for issues from club members before posting the final list to the general public. The first two cancellations are already promised. You're number 3. We'll do our best to get you in.

I think I wrote in my check that I am CASOC member but I didn't check the CASOC board.
Believe it or not George these last few weeks were as crazy at it gets for me - going through some 6 sigma training at work and being there from 8 in the morning until 8:30 at night... too bad I didn't check :unimpressed: I was waiting this practice for so long...

Christos Adam wrote:

George Schilling wrote:

Christos Adam wrote:I'm also very surprised I sent my check 1 day later and I'm CASOC member but still I didn't make it
Don't we have some priority in our own club events?

Sorry Chris. We had the list posted on the CASOC board for 2 days waiting for issues from club members before posting the final list to the general public. The first two cancellations are already promised. You're number 3. We'll do our best to get you in.

I think I wrote in my check that I am CASOC member but I didn't check the CASOC board.
Believe it or not George these last few weeks were as crazy at it gets for me - going through some 6 sigma training at work and being there from 8 in the morning until 8:30 at night... too bad I didn't check :unimpressed: I was waiting this practice for so long...

Like Steve mentioned Chris, with 100 entrants, chances are very good that we'll have enough cancellations to squeeze you in.

we had a cancellation that is reflected in the updated list.

Adrian! Another cancellation. Sheldon Ekstrand got grounded indefinitely (all laugh and ridicule my kid brother....) so he can't run the practice.

Steve Ekstrand wrote:Adrian! Another cancellation. Sheldon Ekstrand got grounded indefinitely (all laugh and ridicule my kid brother....) so he can't run the practice.

That'll teach you to be a good boy Sheldon.

Christos Adam, you're in.

Updated again!

It's going to be warm this weekend. PLEASE BE PREPARED. Here are some suggestions:

1. Bring an umbrella or a large wide brim hat. Umbrellas are allowed on course. Take advantage of this.

2. Bring plenty of water. Freeze the water bottles the night before so you have cold water all day. Take several with you when working course. Drink often.

3. Be sure to apply sunscreen.

4. Bring an ez up if you have one. You'll make plenty of new friends.

5. For the guys, bring Gold Bond Power, the brand preferred by Max. I'm told he may help with the application.

See you Saturday

If you are on the entry list, midnight tonight is the cancellation deadline for refunds.

If you have pre-paid but did not make the entry list, you will have first priority the day of the event to replace no shows. We will take you on a first come first served basis. No guarantee you'll get in, but usually we can expect a a least a few no shows.

George Schilling wrote:It's going to be warm this weekend. PLEASE BE PREPARED. Here are some suggestions:

1. Bring an umbrella or a large wide brim hat. Umbrellas are allowed on course. Take advantage of this.

2. Bring plenty of water. Freeze the water bottles the night before so you have cold water all day. Take several with you when working course. Drink often.

3. Be sure to apply sunscreen.

4. Bring an ez up if you have one. You'll make plenty of new friends.

See you Saturday

If I may add another suggestion:-

5. Gold Bond powder, to keep your boys minty fresh and minimize any possible chaffing issues.

Max Hayter wrote:

George Schilling wrote:It's going to be warm this weekend. PLEASE BE PREPARED. Here are some suggestions:

1. Bring an umbrella or a large wide brim hat. Umbrellas are allowed on course. Take advantage of this.

2. Bring plenty of water. Freeze the water bottles the night before so you have cold water all day. Take several with you when working course. Drink often.

3. Be sure to apply sunscreen.

4. Bring an ez up if you have one. You'll make plenty of new friends.

See you Saturday

If I may add another suggestion:-

5. Gold Bond powder, to keep your boys minty fresh and minimize and possible chaffing issues.

Good suggestion Max. But what about the ladies?

George Schilling wrote: Good suggestion Max. But what about the ladies?

Max has no use for them.

Jason Isley BS RX8 wrote: Max has no use for them.

:unimpressed:

Max Hayter wrote:

George Schilling wrote:It's going to be warm this weekend. PLEASE BE PREPARED. Here are some suggestions:

1. Bring an umbrella or a large wide brim hat. Umbrellas are allowed on course. Take advantage of this.

2. Bring plenty of water. Freeze the water bottles the night before so you have cold water all day. Take several with you when working course. Drink often.

3. Be sure to apply sunscreen.

4. Bring an ez up if you have one. You'll make plenty of new friends.

See you Saturday

If I may add another suggestion:-

5. Gold Bond powder, to keep your boys minty fresh and minimize any possible chaffing issues.

You learned that from Barco. :barf: