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https://www.mlrc.ca/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.pl General >> Rally >> Shannonville Stages https://www.mlrc.ca/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.pl?num=1334157674 Message started by gully on 04/11/12 at 10:21:14 |
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Title: Shannonville Stages Post by gully on 04/11/12 at 10:21:14 This is just a preliminary request to see if there is any interest from competitors in a resurrection of the Shannonville Rally last held in 2010. It would be a similar format, but i'm trying to find a way to involve the co-drivers in a more meaningfull role. If possible, pending approval from the property owner, I'd also like to include some mixed surfaces. This is early times yet, but if there is competitor interest, I will proceed with planning for an early April event in 2013. Cheers, Peter Watt |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by Donal Crooke on 04/11/12 at 14:16:51 Definatley would be interested!! Dying for some Tarmac Rallying :D |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by 2000 Impreza on 04/12/12 at 16:45:57 As I was not driving at the time Im not sure how the format compaired to typical rally. However I am always looking for more racing so I would be interested. Cheers |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by gully on 04/12/12 at 19:17:46 Quote:
Track was set up in 2 configurations initially. Entry was split into groups Group A would drive front section while Group B the back. Track was changed up into various layouts. Then everyone ran the long track I think something like 20 laps :) This layout didn't give Co-drivers al ot to do. This year organizer is working on making more work for co-driver ;D One thing that is needed is comments from Rally community is it worthwhile planning this event?????? Your input is needed Just to be clear my name sake Peter WATT is potential Organizer |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by pcrrally on 04/13/12 at 13:02:57 I'm in... I'd love it if it was back. |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by jfitz on 04/14/12 at 11:13:22 Though I do not compete I'd love for it to come back. Only thing I was thinking was could we cross post this question to other areas to get a possibly broader feedback? Perhaps to social media? |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by Jeannie VE3JNE on 04/15/12 at 17:32:50 jfitz wrote on 04/14/12 at 11:13:22:
Or, you could canvass the OPRC drivers' list. I thought the competitors had a blast at the last SS and hope that it comes back. Nothing like seeing rally drivers cut the corners in a way that the racers wouldn't dream of!! Jeannie |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by overthehill on 04/15/12 at 18:36:55 Here is the question: What time of the year? If I remember it correctly, the first year (the last time) it was cold and wet and cold and cold and I hated it. I still came for the second year and it was nice and sunny and warm and sunny and I loved it. Yes, I would come again, but I would prefer either snow (and more snow) or warm weather. Paul |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by rosswood on 04/16/12 at 06:06:31 When we first ran a rally event at Shannonville, it was in March with lots of snow on the track and was a blast. In Quebec the Sanair has run for many years in April. For some reason there has never been a good turnout at Shannonville of Ontario competitors. |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by gully on 04/16/12 at 14:25:19 Quote:
Paul Last two times Rally ran was First weekend in April the first day track is available. The weather Gods were not very friendly year one with a mix of Wind, Snow, Sleet and rain, not very nice but its rally. If we look at 2012 it would have been reasonable weather. Years ago event was organized by RSO (I think) a March date track covered in ice but weather great quite a few sun/wind burns. However no course doesn't offer any facilities until first weekend in April. Tower in not open, no food vendor etc. At this point we want guage interest in holding another Shannonville event. Feed back like you have given could help us in picking a date Pete g Not the Organizer |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by pwatt on 04/16/12 at 19:42:11 As "gully" stated, I'm looking for interest from competitors. I apologize in advance if the weather is not to everyone's liking, but I'm leaving the organization of that aspect up to someone else. I don't know all the screen names but I'm familiar with most of the competitors, so I'd appreciate some identification. If you don't want to identify yourself on the forum, you can pm me at peter dot watt at cogeco dot cee aye. Cheers, Peter |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by jfitz on 04/16/12 at 21:53:40 Jeannie VE3JNE wrote on 04/15/12 at 17:32:50:
Where would I find said list? Oh and no direct responses yet. |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by Pat on 04/17/12 at 06:46:09 Peter, Personally I would love to see a Tarmac event. Dry or wet I dont care but centainly no snow. Early April is good but is tricky with the risk of ice and snow. At least try to avoid conflit with the Sanair event might be a good idea. Regard |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by Jeannie VE3JNE on 04/17/12 at 11:29:49 jfitz wrote on 04/16/12 at 21:53:40:
For the OPRC drivers' list, I would contact the VP - Performance Rally, Warren Haywood, at vpperformance@rallysport.on.ca for his assistance. To my mind, this would be the best way to reach all Ontario competitors for their opinion. EDIT: The decision to use the OPRC drivers' list would have to be made by the event organizer and the VP Performance. As for time of year, Jim and I were stewards for the April event and it was chilly but sunny. But you never know about the weather! I hope it does come about, even if I'm not lucky enough to be driving it. Jeannie |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by big_Ian on 04/19/12 at 13:13:03 Yes do it Clearwater Design will support it |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by peteski on 04/29/12 at 11:13:03 Hey Guys, Personally I thought it was a great event from the standpoint that I had my girlfriend co-drive and my family came out to watch the cars. It was the most relaxing and fun "rally" I have attended. Another HUGE bonus was how gentle the course is on our rally cars compared to that of other events. I wasn't biting my finger nails on the tow home. Lets slam the cars and bust out some tarmac tires. Focusing on good lines/apexs' with no rocks in the way, long straights and late braking will make us better drivers. some photos: http://peterkrally.com/photos/Shannonville%20Rally Peter K. |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by racerboy000 on 04/29/12 at 13:55:46 I hope its back |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by gully on 04/29/12 at 15:34:21 OK Guys and Gals mark Saturday April 13th on your calendars. PMSC have booked Shannonville. Planning work is already underway Organizer will be Peter Watt |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by Jeannie VE3JNE on 04/29/12 at 18:31:01 gully wrote on 04/29/12 at 15:34:21:
Wonderful!! Way to go, Peterborough Motor Sport Club and Peter Watt! :) Jeannie |
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Title: Re: Shannonville Stages Post by overthehill on 05/01/12 at 18:46:28 Peter, have you thought about using any access/non-circuits roads in addition to the track? Is is even allowed? I think it would be neat to go from circuit tarmac to the gravel at the back or to the broken tarmac behind the drag strip. If it is even possible...They run the Hungaroring F1 circuit for a rally the same way - using the other roads too. Paul |
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