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Originally Posted by AlisdairO
A couple of things, really. First to be aware that the guys who run the club have no real desire to put on regionals, etc. Since they're the ones who have kept the club running for years on end, I think it would be a shame to start pushing in that direction.
Second, that the issue with having more professional drivers along is a corresponding (and understandable!) increase in competitiveness. I remember when I used to race as a kid that as the club grew larger incidents like shouting at newcomers who had messed up when marshalling became substantially more common too - and it really did put off new arrivals.
Basically, I think it's brilliant that the club is growing - just to say that personally I enjoy the very relaxed, friendly atmosphere, and wouldn't want it to change. I have seen no signs of the above couple of things going on at TORCH, I just think it's something worth keeping an eye on as time goes by.
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I agree about the relaxed atomsphere.
Re the different skills of the drivers, manners I believe has nothing to do with skill. It's something that needs to be made clear for when new members and guests turn up. With abusive racers I'd happliy take away their FTQ etc or if they're a real problem - bar them.
As for the longer term we'll see what happens tomorrow night. Personally I have no issues with running a regional event during the year. It's only one day etc. and part of the meeting on Wednesday is to help the guys who have done a stirling job. The way I look at a regional meetings is: (1) A different days racing (2) A way of boosting funding to meet the clubs needs - i.e. servicing generator etc.
From a week to week I think the club is doing fine and a great club.
The chaps who came down at the weekend had a brilliant some suggestions which will be discussed further. I am currently following up the lead with regards to track hoses etc.
At the end of the day it's these meetings that allow us to discuss this