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Agreed. The perception of motorsport (IMHO) has improved over the past couple of years in the eyes of the general public. Let's keep it positive.rcadiz wrote: I care about the reputation of motorsports on the roads and if its done the wrong way everyone loses.
There are many persons with 'average' cars who would like to have safe, legal fun with their cars. But they are put off by the fact that 'all motorsport events in T&T' are run as a competitive event. I suppose until we have a 'home' for motorsport this will not change.rcadiz wrote:I will be more than happy to help if it means more events happen as a result with more people interested in competing.
Chance of survival is probably better in a TTRC car. No?!MG Man wrote:what's the difference between a TTRC car hitting a lamp post and a GF car hitting a lamp post?
How would the resulting fallout be different?
Just trying to understand that particular argument
ambulance was on scene , wrecker waz on scene ,& radio communication was with all marshals & police didn't shut down the event bcuz it was passed thru the authorities unlike rally trinidad finale earlier this year which was shut down due to a bar license & the venue had NO ALCOHOL BEING SOLDtr1ad wrote:MG Man wrote:I wonder of the concerned clubs have extended an olive branch to Garage Fresh? Here is a group of guys with an awesome idea, which they have tried to execute. I admit I chose not to attend on the offchance police might shut it down and impound my lil old car...however, I think there is a HUGE opportunity to work with GF and really make this event and venue something great!
Roll cages? I'm not 100% sure this is an issue...you can take your Mazda6 (for example) road car to the Nurburgring and stuff it into the guardrail, but I don't see anyone banning it...
I sense an air of chessburn here.............these lil upstarts from south wanna have ah racing event?
NAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!! nip this shyt in the bud oui
oh goar... you too?
i'm not saying it's a crap event...
hell from when he started, it would only be a matter of time before bigger and better
don't you take part in events in a controlled environment?
all i was asking was... is it controlled?
if it wasn't and something was to happen.... then loads more chessburn from those that can't take part anymore not so (base it on those that talk about soup car etc)
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mafia-boss wrote:ambulance was on scene , wrecker waz on scene ,& radio communication was with all marshals & police didn't shut down the event bcuz it was passed thru the authorities unlike rally trinidad finale earlier this year which was shut down due to a bar license & the venue had NO ALCOHOL BEING SOLDtr1ad wrote:MG Man wrote:I wonder of the concerned clubs have extended an olive branch to Garage Fresh? Here is a group of guys with an awesome idea, which they have tried to execute. I admit I chose not to attend on the offchance police might shut it down and impound my lil old car...however, I think there is a HUGE opportunity to work with GF and really make this event and venue something great!
Roll cages? I'm not 100% sure this is an issue...you can take your Mazda6 (for example) road car to the Nurburgring and stuff it into the guardrail, but I don't see anyone banning it...
I sense an air of chessburn here.............these lil upstarts from south wanna have ah racing event?
NAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!! nip this shyt in the bud oui
oh goar... you too?
i'm not saying it's a crap event...
hell from when he started, it would only be a matter of time before bigger and better
don't you take part in events in a controlled environment?
all i was asking was... is it controlled?
if it wasn't and something was to happen.... then loads more chessburn from those that can't take part anymore not so (base it on those that talk about soup car etc)
?
Computerman wrote:Chance of survival is probably better in a TTRC car. No?!MG Man wrote:what's the difference between a TTRC car hitting a lamp post and a GF car hitting a lamp post?
How would the resulting fallout be different?
Just trying to understand that particular argument
very good point , b4 every vehicle run on the course coms were made with starting & 180° point to confirm that vehicles made thru the course , also every vehicle running the course had at least 3 practice runs to familiarize themselves with the course , there were cars competing with roll cages in the eventwagonrunner wrote:tr1ad,
you asking and chessbunning about controlled environment.
did you read the part where its a dead end?
what does that mean to you
as far as at camden, was this a sanctioned event?
you too short of some cold ones by ming for reading / comprehension to take place right now orrrr?
so far those who i've spoken too have indicated they understood anything more than a drive was at their own risk. how do the two compare?
cadiz, i hear you.
but in my view. not everyone can start at the same level.
especially when too many try to keep even the starting level for themselves.
rcadiz wrote:Not starting an online battle here but a few questions if anyone could answer would be great:
- What were the car safety regulations required - cage, seat, harness, etc?
- What were the marshaling procedures, starting order, radio communication on the course etc?
- Was there any thought of testing the driver's competence prior, i.e. not just a guy showing up in a 300+hp road car who 'says he can drive'?
- Did the event have Pub liability insurance?
Obviously I'm in support of all forms of motorsport but there is always the major concern that if and when an accident happens, will the authorities shut all of us down as a result?
I could be wrong but this event did not seem to be sanctioned or hosted by a recognized or experienced body. Again just asking questions and seeking some more info on the event? The TTRC has plans for hosting a similar tarmac time attack (2km) in Central before the end of the year, but the entries would be limited to cars with the proper safety. Unfortunately it does limit the entrants, but those measures save lives.
Looking forward to some responses.
couldn't have said it betterGarage Fresh[TRADE MARK SIGN] wrote:Thanks to Everyone who shows Support to this initiative, and wants to see it grow bigger, better & safer. Everything has to start somewhere right ?
Can you get a job today with no work experience ....?
would anyone have given us proper permission without any motorsport events under our belt?
....... yes, we had a safe - casualty free event , and I do consider it to be 'lucky', but allows us to gain attention, experience and show others what can be done with this venue, and we should try thinking 'out of the box' sometimes. We all have to take chances at some point in time, to show what can be done to attract the necessary attention to build on something. Now that this has been established, we are more than willing to take the necessary steps to make this 100% Official, Legal & Fun for all that are willing to participate. Maybe we are not acclaimed or recognized, but we are no stranger to the local car community and culture. Does this mean that we must limit our self, and our abilities as a body to just static displays ?
Just as the older heads have paved the way for others in politics, so too we have recognized what the older heads have accomplished, in what ever way for local motorsport. But so too, times have changed and young people are ready and waiting to accept active positions to see motorsport and the local car culture push forward, and release ourselves from a one track minded approach of profitability. Yes, everything has heavy expenses but it must not be the main drive towards something as important and loved as motorsport. Passion and interest should be the main drive, and this can be seen vividly through out our young population and vibrant youth.
Sometimes egos collide in the world of motorsport, when too many people seek interest in self gain, credit and popularity. When on the other side of this coin, there's an anxious movement of young blood willing to do it, out of pure love for motorsport and cars. With fresh, new ideas and unsurpassed zeal. Sometimes, all we need is a fair chance... that's all, even a listening voice at times. Too many times we see others seeking to dictate the actions of new comers and inexperienced individuals... Everyone can contribute to the bigger picture, in some form or the other.
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