Ed,

You certainly may.


The next outing will be bigger and better. I'm going to work on having timing devices in place that way we can run three groups of 10. Each group will have two general run sessions to get a qualifying lap. Then the top three from each group will be in a final race. Maybe we could do top 4 or something who knows. These are just my thoughts after the initial event. I think getting the extra session for the same price won't be a problem as long as we bring a few more people. I think we ended up with about 16 this last time. I'd like to do 20 at the very minimum next time. That way we can do two groups of ten. I believe there are 12 Karts so having 24 would ultimately be ideal.

 

Sounds like a plan! I am sure Atul and I will be in for it barring other commitments that day. When the date/time are set in stone let me know.

 

Ben thats good for me ,count me in.

 

Count me in. Paul and Matt were lucky I spun out the last few laps. I even gave them the head start and started with the big boys.

 

Ben,

what about a halfday karting/bbq event? I'm not sure if that's doable but I'd be interested in chipping in some for some food and drinks

Edwin

 

Certainly dooable Ed. Might be a good way to get the families involved too as they do have kid karts as well. I think maybe we could shoot to do that one for the April event and focus on having another event at the end of Feb and another in March as well.

 

I like that idea too. My son (11) is itching to show his Dad up in a Kart!

 

At this rate, I better invest some money into my own helmet. Is there a MSR Karting membership one can buy? You know... it would be cool if you and Steve gave some lessons on the real track

Edwin

 

So is everyone good w/ chipping in for food/catering? I Love the idea of making it a family event although I know that some like their car stuff as an excuse to ditch the wife.

 

Edwin
I have a slightly used helmet for sale.Latest style(ask Ben).

 

Sean, I am in for sure. Instead of bbq though, I vote for gyros and hummus I think my nephews would have a blast

I'm not sure if this is the serious Paulie or the usual Paulie speaking... in any case, I think I'll stick with trying some on at Stubb's cycle

Edwin

 

Days of Thunder called... Tom Cruise wants his helmet back!

 

Don't go buying an M rated helmet (motorcycles only), get a SA rated for cars/karts (there is a K rated also - Karts only).

There is a place on Richmond called Pro Am Auto (www.proamauto.com) that stocks a few brands including Simpson, worth trying a few on there. Simpson make great helmets (based in New Braunfells).

 

I think I found mine already... I'll have to pass Paulie.

It'sl isted as "Chinese Nwe Matt Black Fighter Jet Pilot Helmet"...how fitting for me. I just hope this is an approved helmet for karting





Adam, thanks man... so go for SA and not K? I know where ProAm is... they are right across the street from my friend's store.


Edwin

 

The big track is where things start getting expensive Ed. Looking at about $250 for the day plus the regular wear and tear on your car. Not always worth it in my experience. Do I still do it ...... Yes. But, I do it only when everything is fresh (tires, brakes, etc.). Anthing else and you just beat on the car far too much.

On a month to month basis I think it would be good to keep it primarily as a boys day out type of deal. I think maybe putting together a larger family deal for sometime in Mid April would be fun. Do a BBQ, have a session for the guys, session for the ladies, and a session for the kiddos. Everyone goes home smiling. The cost would obviously be a little more for this but like I said ....... everyone leaves smiling right?

Ed,

Cole Trickle ..... I mean Paulie does have a helmet for sale. Just watch Days of Thunder and you'll get the idea. Call Leslie at MSR 281.369.0677 She'll take care of you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJZ9EWhj9gY