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Thanks for the clarification. I’d like to see MiniMax have the possibility of running in the rain, especially since there may be some that want to go to the national events.
I think we should allow a driver to compete in K80 or Animal even if they run MiniMax. We could have another Nick Neri type that wants to run both.
I like the age choice idea, and the minimum experience rule too.
Thanks.
I second Chris’s thought – could we bump the Jr 1 classes to 12 years old? That would be a great place for a new 12 year old still, and align us with Stars/WKA in the Comer class.
Also, just to be clear, is MiniMax considered a Jr. 1 class, so won’t run in the rain?
My reason for drawing attention to this webcast is that it’s a chance to hear what Tom Kutscher is saying directly. It contradicts many of the 3rd hand interpretations of what I’ve heard that he has said.
The significant points for us, as I heard it, were: 1) he’s not out for world dominance, 2) he’s open to Junior programs where it makes sense, 3) his idea is to assist regional programs, not run them, and 4) he emphasized the term “cost effectively”. That attitude is different than the old SKUSA.
Any sane business looks at outsourcing when it makes financial sense. My own conclusion is let’s get details and prices, and see if it fits our needs.
I certainly agree that we have the best region in the country. If I didn’t think so, I wouldn’t spend a huge chunk of my discretional time putting us on the national map.
Mike, your figures are a bit off, as the CSC also gets $10/entry at each race. You can redo the math from there. I don’t have a problem with that either.
I also wonder who in Colorado Mr. Kutscher is referring to :idn: .
By the way, so that everyone doesn’t get the wrong impression from Spencer’s modesty, he’s really very sharp, and has driven racing machinery (including shifter karts) before.
He even came out to the Greeley Grand Prix to watch us.
So be generous with your support, as always (like Brian).
Here’s a resource for materials. They even have unwelded frame kits.
http://www.mxk.com/racekart/frkituw1.htm
I have some old tires for you also, just give me a call at 970/215-3093.
The best news here is that you’re online.
Rick – don’t forget to forward the daily diary from you and Roman. I’ll filter out the adult swim portion before posting. If you have too much for a PM, send it to kfreiburg”at”excite.com. Pictures too.
That goes for the rest of y’all over there also.
?Vigilantes?? Aw, shucks, Brad, such flattery 😳 ?..we thought we were just ?customers?.
And the woodshed? Cool! That?s my favorite part of the farm. Oh?wait?that would be the hayloft, sorry.
Thanks for the moral support, Russ, but no fingers necessary, there?s no reason for this to be a contentious meeting.
In a democracy, there are leaders who best represent the view of their constituency in order to get what they want, namely re-elected. Okay, so that?s not what we have here.
So let?s use a more appropriate model, since the CSC is a private business and not a democratically run club. In a free market economy, competition is key, and customer feedback is necessary (in fact, in the industry I?m in, it?s mandatory) if you want to keep customers happy. Marketing people pay thousands of dollars to organize small focus groups so that they can listen to what customers want.
The CSC is getting this from the jr. 1 customers for free. It?s non-binding market data, ready to be used by decision makers. And the only thing that?s threatened is ignorance.
In other words, I still don?t get what the fuss is all about. And no, Brad, I don?t know what you mean.
Looking forward to this evening
On a practical note, we will have pizza and beverages available, so please let Scott or me know if you’re coming so the inventory can be properly managed.
And thanks to those who have contacted us so far.
That’s why it’s posted. We have a central location for the meeting, and are accessable by e-mail, phone, and PM if you can’t attend. Don’t know of too many more ways to be inclusive, but am open to suggestions.
Okay, I’ll be direct. The “secret” part is a joke, the meeting never was a secret, it just aquired that adjective down at the rumour mill.
The concept is to get the class participants to think through what they want as a group before discussing it with the CSC. Similar to the stillborn racer-rep idea, just a bit more formal.
This compliments the town meeting – look at it as a working group on the side. It should make the town meeting more efficient. Otherwise, we could take up 1/2 the meeting with 15 separate people just talking about the Jr. 1 issue.
Besides, Curt, you shouldn’t be in the middle. Scott and my phone #s are posted, the track owners can call either of us anytime.
I think y’all missed the point. Isn’t that the defending class champion behind Charles? So it must be a cunning defensive move to get that pesky guy to back off.
Well done, Fernando!
I disagree. I’ve rarely seen issues decided or action taken based on forum discussion. You learn different points of view, which is a good thing, but that’s about it. Many people do not join in on the forums for various reasons, even key people in our community.
At the same time, I understand Brian’s point. Been there, actually.
So, I propose we split this up:
1) Conduct a survey on key tactical issues (classes, schedule, rules). Make it clear, and make a real effort to get the feedback. And act on it.
2) Implement the previously proposed “class representative” system. Make it real – with posted expectations, responsibilities and limitations – so that everyone understands how it’s supposed to work.
3) Hold a strategic meeting with all track and business owners, and key volunteers, to jointly figure out how (and how much) to promote and grow karting in Colorado. Have an initial meeting, then quarterly follow up meetings to change direction where needed.
4) Have the normal annual meeting become an actual meeting, not just a presentation. Present new plans, get feedback, record what action needs be taken, and commit to a clear, public response. Hold it a bit earlier.
To settle the scheduling issue, I propose that hold the strategic meeting (#3) the afternoon of the CSC banquet in November. It’s not that far away, and most stakeholders should be available.
I’m willing to help on all fronts, and I trust that many others will too.
Let’s be an even better model for the country.
