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Racing => Historic Group S Racing => Topic started by: Neil Choi on December 23, 2013, 07:16:34 PM

Title: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Neil Choi on December 23, 2013, 07:16:34 PM
So you all Alfa Racers.


The Veloce Racing Association has now scheduled the (in)famous East Coast Challenge, racing for all Alfa's (fitting the VRA regulations), to be at Wakefield on August 24.


A gang of 6 or more would be nice to campaign for the Victorian Team against the mighty Cockroaches and Cane toads.  Victorians being called Mexicans.


So get cracking on your planning of your racing calendar and include this one.  If you haven't raced at Wakefield, it is a hoot, similar to Winton short track.


What more can you ask for, a road trip with a bunch of Alfa nuts with their racing Alfa's.


Get in touch in interested.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: alfagtv58 on December 23, 2013, 08:34:09 PM
I'm in for sure  8)
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Evan Bottcher on December 23, 2013, 10:03:19 PM
I'm in. 

Wakefield is only a leisurely 6.5 hours up the highway.  In 2012 we were shamed by being outnumbered by Queenslanders making the 16+ hour journey down to Winton.  From all accounts and videos Wakefield is a super Alfa-suited circuit, I can't wait.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Neil Choi on April 10, 2014, 07:21:34 PM
Thought I would bring this post up to motivate the racers amongst us to get bum into gear and plan on doing the challenge.

Chatting at club night, the numbers are building and a convoy is planned.

Who else is in.  I know several Alfa's just got cages installed.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: John A Pucak on April 26, 2014, 11:58:32 AM
I'll be there
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: alfa duk on June 14, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
 Racers, as we complete our second round of the VRA championship, our thoughts turn to the East Coast challenge which is not really that far away, 23 - 24 August. Hope to see a posse of Mexicans join the Cockroaches and cane toads.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: alfa duk on July 20, 2014, 02:56:27 PM
 Entries now open!
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Neil Choi on July 20, 2014, 03:06:05 PM
Yes, I think I am accidentally entered, just kept clicking "next" and next thing I know I am entered and confirmation sent, bugger!!!

http://wakefield.savvyit.com.au/index.aspx?eventID=35# (http://wakefield.savvyit.com.au/index.aspx?eventID=35#)
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Evan Bottcher on July 20, 2014, 03:11:06 PM
No backing out now Neil!
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Neil Choi on July 20, 2014, 04:45:43 PM
No, you are probably correct.  Have we enlisted our executive chef, Sheldon, to come.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Neil Choi on July 27, 2014, 08:29:39 AM
Ok Racers,

Entry is now open.  I know of 3 Victorians entered.  So all you folks with caged Alfa's, it is time.  Doesn't take much, a couple of days to get AASA racing license and logbook.  Click the entry form and keep clicking until it suddenly tells you - you are racing. 

http://wakefield.savvyit.com.au/index.aspx?eventID=35# (http://wakefield.savvyit.com.au/index.aspx?eventID=35#)

A convoy is heading up on the Friday, probably lunch in Benalla.  I have booked the cheapest and nastiest hotel in Goulburn. 

Going to be over 25-30 racing Alfa's of all types, so plenty to race with up and down the grid.  Lots of track time too.

What say ya!!!!!!


Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Evan Bottcher on July 27, 2014, 08:58:01 AM
Even though this topic is in the "Historic Group S Racing" section, the East Coast Challenge is not just about historic racing.  The Veloce Racing category is open to all Alfas that fit roughly within Improved Production or Marque Sports regulations - so nothing too modified.  When I ran in 2012 we had a 75 twinspark, a Sud, a 105 berlina, and a modern v6 GT.  The main restriction is having to run max 7" wide wheels and 60% profile rubber.

If your car has a cage, getting a AASA logbook is trivial and getting the AASA racing license is very simple also - plenty of time to do so before next month.

Come on Victorians!
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: alfagtv58 on July 27, 2014, 11:33:12 AM
Just entered  8)

I had better go and get the car ready.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Neil Choi on July 27, 2014, 06:38:46 PM
From ECC Winton.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Sheldon McIntosh on July 28, 2014, 11:10:24 PM
Quote from: Neil Choi on July 20, 2014, 04:45:43 PM
Have we enlisted our executive chef, Sheldon, to come.

All expenses paid is it Neil?
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Dna Dave on August 07, 2014, 08:54:36 PM
31 entries as of today, should be fun, can't wait
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: alfa duk on August 08, 2014, 10:23:43 PM
 Yes Dave, getting close to track density so get your entry in to avoid being a spectator.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: John A Pucak on August 18, 2014, 08:20:42 PM
oh boy ,this weekend is going to be busy. 37 competitors as of this evening .
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Evan Bottcher on August 18, 2014, 08:43:08 PM
Quote from: John A Pucak on August 18, 2014, 08:20:42 PM
oh boy ,this weekend is going to be busy. 37 competitors as of this evening .

Awesome.  [Edit: obviously I can't count]  Can't wait!
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: alfagtv58 on August 19, 2014, 02:24:36 PM
hmmm, dont know if my old hard tyres are going to cope well with this.....
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Evan Bottcher on August 19, 2014, 05:52:36 PM
Already with the excuses!
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: alfa duk on August 19, 2014, 08:23:19 PM
As long as we dont get the streams across the track at the end of the straight. It really grabs your attention.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Neil Choi on August 19, 2014, 09:48:44 PM
Mmmm, checking out the weather is like science, you see what you want to see.  So keep googling until you find a forecast you like.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Neil Choi on August 19, 2014, 10:01:25 PM
Car prep'ed (polished battery and shampoo'ed) and ready.
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: John A Pucak on August 20, 2014, 07:28:04 PM
Please check the VRA rules . I think polishing the battery gives a clear advantage. Our own VRA standards and eligibility officer will be out in force this weekend to enforce the rules.

Hollywood
Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: ItalCarGuy on August 22, 2014, 02:35:54 PM
spotted on my lunch break pulling out of Automotion. My guess is heading south too? Rain, hail or shine eh guys? ;D

Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Evan Bottcher on August 25, 2014, 04:58:46 PM
What a fantastic weekend, I'm still buzzing.  Four Victorian drivers travelled north and enjoyed the hospitality of the VRA at Wakefield Park.  Lots of practice, quali, and four races.  Three races were completely dry, and just to mix things up one was soaking wet.  Very well organised and you wouldn't find a friendlier and more welcoming bunch of people to go and play with.  Until the lights go out and the racing starts, that is :)

Congratulations to Duk for taking 1st place, and to NSW for taking the ECC trophy.

Many thanks to the VRA for having us, definitely looking forward to next time.

Title: Re: Veloce Racing Associaton: East Coast Challenge 2014
Post by: Enforcer on August 25, 2014, 06:12:14 PM
Great weekend all and thanks to those coming from interstate..

Is this an Alfa World Record? http://racing.natsoft.com.au/637630094/object_225030.88Y/View?3 (ftp://racing.natsoft.com.au/637630094/object_225030.88Y/View?3)

Regds

Bill