Postby nigel1977 » February 14th, 2012, 12:05 pm
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COMPETITION AREAS AT SBN
After much discussion and debate here on our FB page, as well as discussions and meetings with SBN, we have formulated a plan for the competition areas over the course of the weekend.
We have a meeting with the Ocean Center tomorrow to go over final logistics, but unless something out of the blue changes, this will likely be the final layout...
Before you scroll down, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING THREE PARAGRAPHS FIRST. It describes all the factors we took into consideration, as well as where everyone wants to be... We know that SQ competitors want to be inside and SPL competitors want to be outside and we want to provide that for you, but certain factors have to be considered.
First, it's virtually impossible to properly and effectively judge sound inside for SQ competitors... there's simply too much noise. While we agree that the arena layout was almost ideal, the cost of the arena section for SQ is so high that if we did only SQ in there the entry fees would skyrocket, and we didn't want to raise the entry fees. So, we had to find an equitable balance which would give competitors the best possible scenario for judging sound while giving them the ability to display their vehicles to the public within the show... so keep that in mind SQ competitors, please.
Second, SPL competition is very exciting and people like to watch it, especially the musical SPL competitions like Bass Boxing and Bass Race. We know that some competitors found the inside of the arena very cramped and limited (no testing, little room) and preferred to be outside where you can hang out and show off your systems... we know this because you've told us this. So we had this in mind too.
Finally, we had to find a way to allow competitors to be where they want to be that is cost effective, works well and puts on a great show for the crowd, as well as fill the building inside so there's lots for the speactators to see. We believe that the solution we've come up with will fill all those needs... so here it is...
FOR SPL COMPETITORS... There will be BOTH an OUTSIDE AND INSIDE staging area where you can park your vehicles and demo them with plenty of space. All competition will take place inside the building, but competitors can stage outside, drive in and compete, then go back outside. There is roughly 30 to 40 spots available outside for SPL competitors right at the loading dock doors to the Exhibit Hall; competitors will have the choice of parking there outside, or inside. It will be first come first served, so if you want to be outside, make sure you're there early enough to claim a spot. IF WE HAVE SUFFICIENT TIME TO ARRANGE IT; we will take reservations for pre-registered competitors... but once the spots are filled in one or the other area (inside or outside) any competitor who hasn't been staged will have to stage in the spot that has spaces open.
FOR SQ COMPETITORS... After long and detailed discussions, the only viable way to judge sound without any noise issues is to do it outside. PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SOUND AND RTA WILL BE JUDGED OUTSIDE... lanes will be set up for judging and once sound and RTA judging is complete for a competitor, they will be directed inside the Exhibit Hall where there will be specific areas for them to set up their display and prepare for Installation judging. As it is with SPL judging, competitors will have the option to park inside or outside; there will be a specific area set up inside and outside for SQ cars and as with SPL, spots will go to first come first served. We can accommodat all SQ cars inside if need be; ultimately that's what we'd like to do, but we know that some of you may prefer to be outside, or because you're competing in MECA as well... Choice is yours, but we need you to help us out here too; we're trying to make the best of the situation and give you guys the best possible judging conditions we can...
Inside the building, we will have sections set aside for teams so if you want to be together as a team you may do so; same will apply for outside.
Is it perfect? No... but it is the best possible situation, keeping in mind what each competitor wants. We know we can't please everybody, but we can try to please as many as possible. If you're not in agreement with this scenario, we are very sorry... just remember we're doing our best to help out as many as we can.
I'll post any potential changes (should they occur) after our meeting with the Ocean Center tomorrow... thanks!
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Told you so.
