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.
I'm in for sure 8)
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.
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.
I'll be there
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.
Entries now open!
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#)
No backing out now Neil!
No, you are probably correct. Have we enlisted our executive chef, Sheldon, to come.
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!!!!!!
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!
Just entered 8)
I had better go and get the car ready.
From ECC Winton.
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?
31 entries as of today, should be fun, can't wait
Yes Dave, getting close to track density so get your entry in to avoid being a spectator.
oh boy ,this weekend is going to be busy. 37 competitors as of this evening .
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!
hmmm, dont know if my old hard tyres are going to cope well with this.....
Already with the excuses!
As long as we dont get the streams across the track at the end of the straight. It really grabs your attention.
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.
Car prep'ed (polished battery and shampoo'ed) and ready.
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
spotted on my lunch break pulling out of Automotion. My guess is heading south too? Rain, hail or shine eh guys? ;D
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.
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