DIR Winter Championship

[Cardnim]

WHy not have a slightly taller rostrum, but at the end of the hall where the computer lives (i.e. where the perspex is)?

I know that currently, this would mean its difficult to see the cars at the far end of the track, but if put higher, this would be solved I think.

The problem is two fold, the "rostrum"( i.e. bench) is too narrow, and it is too near to the track. Moving it to the side away from the action helps as the hall is long and narrow.

Just a thought.

[Asdesigns]

Sound idea Mr Hanley but problem is makes track difficult to race and judge having the straight running away from you but like the way ya thinking buddy !!

[h0m3sy]

Originally Posted by Cardnim

+1 to enjoyment!

Re: bench - dont forget as well that I have a big belly and little people to my right wont be able to see over the top of it!!
...but seriously, a new rostrum (or even a different located rostrum) would be welcome.

What about placing the bench/rostrum in the left hand corner as you go through the door into the hall. Have it facing the opposite corner. I think this would work, and Andrew has suggested, make it a bit higher if possible. Would be perfect.

[Asdesigns]

Again it might make track difficult to judge but worth a try at least

[eda]

We have 1 more night (28th Sep) to try out new stuff (including the Timing System hopefully - still in customs ). I will be a bit late due work - feel free to set up a rostrum as and where you think it will work & try it out.

[h0m3sy]

That's what it's all about, we can only try it.

[colmo]

Fivemiletown suffers similar issues with rostrum placement - atm, they stand on the stage at the end of the hall, and yes, it makes that back wall difficult to judge - cars vanish behind the pipe (they use the wider drainage pipes).

I have postulated dangling drivers above the track in a cargo net, oddly no-one took to the idea...

I'd still go for a rostrum at the end of the hall, and make it as high as possible. Just consider access and safety, which I'm certain Ed will.

Can't make the next two meetings, but my lips are contractually sealed as to why...

[eda]

Originally Posted by colmo

Can't make the next two meetings, but my lips are contractually sealed as to why...

All friends here Colin, why not spill the beans??

[Cardnim]

Originally Posted by eda

We have 1 more night (28th Sep) to try out new stuff (including the Timing System hopefully - still in customs ). I will be a bit late due work - feel free to set up a rostrum as and where you think it will work & try it out.

We'll give it a try Ed, thanks. I like David's idea of the corner facing outwards.
Let's try it,.

@Colmo - yeah, Ed ahs a point, we are all friends here - spill those beans!!!
Colin, are you the designer of the next royal wedding dress?

[Pierce O'Connor]

It whould not be a good idea to do a TC round

[h0m3sy]

Originally Posted by MaD BoY 1000

It whould not be a good idea to do a TC round

What do you mean TC round? Touring cars are catered for by the UMCC, also 1/12th and Tamiya mini class. I dont think there will be any TCars at Drop In.

[Modeltune]

I think the blank rules are best! 2 classes 2wd and 4wd and that should be all the rules!!! What do people think to running new years day holiday?

[eda]

I wonder how Team Schumacher & Team Durango will cope with the new B44.1 heading to Drop Inn for the Winter Championship???

[Legacy555]

Originally Posted by Modeltune

I think the blank rules are best! 2 classes 2wd and 4wd and that should be all the rules!!! What do people think to running new years day holiday?

What have I told you about thinking Andrew, leave it those of us who have practiced

[Cardnim]

Originally Posted by eda

I wonder how Team Schumacher & Team Durango will cope with the new B44.1 heading to Drop Inn for the Winter Championship???

Whos running the new B44?

Looking forward to tonight guys - see you there!

[eda]

Originally Posted by Modeltune

I think the blank rules are best! 2 classes 2wd and 4wd and that should be all the rules!!! What do people think to running new years day holiday?

The Modeltune GP on Sat 31st Dec would be ok for me, but I would be working next 4 days after that.