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Post by gnp on Mar 28, 2014 6:28:23 GMT -5
I will be able to make this event, so you can put me down for SSS.
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Post by 3sgte on Mar 28, 2014 13:09:08 GMT -5
I said that I would work with novices at the 1st event too, but I ran group 1 and worked 3, when the huge pro group was running. The worker steward said that no instructors were needed and I wound up shagging cones. What should I do to make sure that I am helpful? How are novices being assigned instructors?
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Post by subydude on Mar 28, 2014 13:33:46 GMT -5
I'll be there for tech.
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Post by integra55 on Mar 28, 2014 14:38:07 GMT -5
I said that I would work with novices at the 1st event too, but I ran group 1 and worked 3, when the huge pro group was running. The worker steward said that no instructors were needed and I wound up shagging cones. What should I do to make sure that I am helpful? How are novices being assigned instructors? one way would be to help the novices on a volunteer basis … not as your work assignment (that's how I did it) … I ran 2nd/worked 4th, but helped novices drivers in the first run group |
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Post by drum3 on Mar 28, 2014 18:51:27 GMT -5
I said that I would work with novices at the 1st event too, but I ran group 1 and worked 3, when the huge pro group was running. The worker steward said that no instructors were needed and I wound up shagging cones. What should I do to make sure that I am helpful? How are novices being assigned instructors? one way would be to help the novices on a volunteer basis … not as your work assignment (that's how I did it) … I ran 2nd/worked 4th, but helped novices drivers in the first run group ^^ This , I worked a regular assignment and then Instructed in the following group . I dont see instructing novices as a job , more just giving back to the club to insure it will be around for awhile. |
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Post by xeric13x on Mar 28, 2014 20:14:46 GMT -5
I can work timing/audit
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Post by xeric13x on Mar 28, 2014 20:15:51 GMT -5
And a friend of mine is gonna be there as a Novice, so I can ride with him, but he's in a Mustang, so someone that drives RWD would be good to ride along w/ him, too.
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Post by Donutz on Mar 28, 2014 22:53:33 GMT -5
Go ahead and put me down for novices and safety, among others. I may or may not be driving so that may have me free for all four (or however many) run groups
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Post by Frodo on Mar 29, 2014 15:21:43 GMT -5
Go ahead and put me down for novices and safety, among others. I may or may not be driving so that may have me free for all four (or however many) run groups You will of course help me announce though |
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Post by philip1 on Mar 29, 2014 16:35:18 GMT -5
I can help in tech if needed
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Post by subydude on Mar 29, 2014 18:39:51 GMT -5
Go ahead and put me down for novices and safety, among others. I may or may not be driving so that may have me free for all four (or however many) run groups You will of course help me announce though I'm sad this duo can't announce for Pro. |
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Post by 3sgte on Mar 30, 2014 9:06:32 GMT -5
I said that I would work with novices at the 1st event too, but I ran group 1 and worked 3, when the huge pro group was running. The worker steward said that no instructors were needed and I wound up shagging cones. What should I do to make sure that I am helpful? How are novices being assigned instructors? one way would be to help the novices on a volunteer basis … not as your work assignment (that's how I did it) … I ran 2nd/worked 4th, but helped novices drivers in the first run group Ah, that works then. Thanks |
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Post by yellow CR on Mar 30, 2014 22:19:55 GMT -5
What do I know, you may be doing a photo shoot with your car on the Isle of Man |
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Post by SE3P on Mar 30, 2014 23:08:59 GMT -5
Hey, that would be awesome!
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Post by cr89x on Mar 31, 2014 4:15:15 GMT -5
And a friend of mine is gonna be there as a Novice, so I can ride with him, but he's in a Mustang, so someone that drives RWD would be good to ride along w/ him, too. Well the bigger point to novice instructing is helping them find their way around course and basic driving tips. Be sure they use proper seating and hand positions, get through the course clean and safe. Usually adjusting braking points and turn in, along with getting back to the throttle appropriately is enough instruction. |
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Post by xeric13x on Mar 31, 2014 9:09:56 GMT -5
And a friend of mine is gonna be there as a Novice, so I can ride with him, but he's in a Mustang, so someone that drives RWD would be good to ride along w/ him, too. Well the bigger point to novice instructing is helping them find their way around course and basic driving tips. Be sure they use proper seating and hand positions, get through the course clean and safe. Usually adjusting braking points and turn in, along with getting back to the throttle appropriately is enough instruction. Thanks. Actually, he can't go this Saturday, but I rode w/ a novice at the last event and did exactly what you talked about. Ended up saying giving one-two/short verbal instruction as we went through the course and worked great. We also went over the map between runs once he realized where he was going which was HUGE help, but then his car oil starved, so he called it a day. Another thing I didn't realize is the sun's position in the sky helps make things more confusing. Sun in eyes and a sea of cones is fairly overwhelming. We may want to consider that when making run groups and when the novices run. |
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Post by Frodo on Mar 31, 2014 16:07:37 GMT -5
You will of course help me announce though I'm sad this duo can't announce for Pro.  |
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Post by subydude on Mar 31, 2014 16:26:03 GMT -5
Well, you are the reason I have my "supple hands" nickname  |
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Post by cr89x on Apr 1, 2014 7:11:54 GMT -5
Well the bigger point to novice instructing is helping them find their way around course and basic driving tips. Be sure they use proper seating and hand positions, get through the course clean and safe. Usually adjusting braking points and turn in, along with getting back to the throttle appropriately is enough instruction. Thanks. Actually, he can't go this Saturday, but I rode w/ a novice at the last event and did exactly what you talked about. Ended up saying giving one-two/short verbal instruction as we went through the course and worked great. We also went over the map between runs once he realized where he was going which was HUGE help, but then his car oil starved, so he called it a day. Another thing I didn't realize is the sun's position in the sky helps make things more confusing. Sun in eyes and a sea of cones is fairly overwhelming. We may want to consider that when making run groups and when the novices run. Sounds to me you could start writing the how to instruct novices section haha. Sun is sun. Try road racing with it.group 1/2 at Road Atlanta T1 is TERRIFYING!!! |
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Post by Ken Bury on Apr 1, 2014 16:49:44 GMT -5
I'll be there early to get assigned. I wasn't sure about making the event until recently.
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Post by philip1 on Apr 1, 2014 19:29:23 GMT -5
sorry folks the truck isn't ready yet
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Post by mr2aw16 on Apr 3, 2014 9:36:43 GMT -5
Thanks. Actually, he can't go this Saturday, but I rode w/ a novice at the last event and did exactly what you talked about. Ended up saying giving one-two/short verbal instruction as we went through the course and worked great. We also went over the map between runs once he realized where he was going which was HUGE help, but then his car oil starved, so he called it a day. Another thing I didn't realize is the sun's position in the sky helps make things more confusing. Sun in eyes and a sea of cones is fairly overwhelming. We may want to consider that when making run groups and when the novices run. Sounds to me you could start writing the how to instruct novices section haha. Sun is sun. Try road racing with it.group 1/2 at Road Atlanta T1 is TERRIFYING!!! Wear Sunglasses ? |
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Post by lancer360 on Apr 3, 2014 12:46:22 GMT -5
Experiencing the sun first hand in turn 12 during the start of a group 1 ARRC race in my F600 I can testify to how terrifying it is. The sun ends up almost right behind the starter stand. Had the darkest tint visor on and it was no help. The starter becomes just a black vague shadow shape. Good luck even trying to make out the starter throwing the flag. The closer to the front of the field the worse it is. If your towards the back of the field and coming down the hill your sight line to the starter is better.
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Post by Frodo on Apr 3, 2014 19:18:48 GMT -5
Well, you are the reason I have my "supple hands" nickname Yes, yes I am. And oh are they supple. Like 50 Shades supple. |
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