Ian Podmore Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 A few minor points from someone with very, very little experience of shows. Could an Eezi-up etc be stored in a small crate that could be despatched around the country by a 'carrier'? This could then contain all the small odds and ends that are needed and are not always available / remembered unless those invoilved are 'old hands' and know what is needed? Also, the simpler and easier the 'shelter' is to put up the better. Working out which pole goes where etc. when the sun is out and you have enough bodies available is fine, but what if the weather is wet and you are short of bodies or skill? Hope these thoughts help a bit Quote
MartT Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 The Eezi-up type shelters at Exeter show seemed reasonably priced. £125 for 3Mx3M (sides extra). They also had some 2nd hand commercial set ups on offer. Can't remember the company, but could find out if needed. Quote
Mark Stanton Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 Guys Its no problem with the equipment - we've got a list of ideas and suggestions on logistics. Its all quite simply down to man-power (or woman-power) and trying to get someone or a few people to come forward and say "I'll do it, I have the time and enthusiasm to undertake the role of show co-ordinator" Gotta be someone we've only been trying for about 18 months Quote
Blatman Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 we've only been trying for about 18 months Perhaps some more blank pages in the mag? I didn't realise it'd been going on for so long now. I'm certainly of the opinion that the "showers" have lost any right to complain about the Club's apparent focus on the Speed Series. They've no-one to balme but themselves....... Quote
Chris Elworthy Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 I'm certainly of the opinion that the "showers" have lost any right to complain about the Club's apparent focus on the Speed Series. They've no-one to balme but themselves....... Excuse me, I didn't realise there were two clubs involved here. There's only one WSCC. If you scan the thread back to the beginning the "events" support is designed equally at the SS as it is shows. Both Arenas are there to provide for members and promote the club. Blatters we've only met twice, now where was that? Oh yes I remember, it was at a Show! Quote
Mark Stanton Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 Chris I don't think Blats was trying to suggest we have two different clubs just that it is another facet to the overall WSCC Quote
Turbo Tommo Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 I think Blatters is trying to say that in the past, there has been criticism from the non speed series membership that alot of emphasis goes towards the speed series and maybe not towards the shows. This is because the speed series contingent actually get out there and do something rather than complain. It would solve many problems if the show contingent applied the same resolve. Also, coincidentally, most of the committee members compete in the SS and as such are very often busy at weekends conflicting with potential show dates. It needs a none SS member to take up the mantle of show co-ordinator and the complainers to take a bit of responsibility. Quote
Chris Elworthy Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 Also, coincidentally, most of the committee members compete in the SS and as such are very often busy at weekends conflicting with potential show dates. Quote
Mark Stanton Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 Also, coincidentally, most of the committee members compete in the SS Too true Tommo as you know yourself, whenever we've asked for help the first shout always seems to come from the SS zone Only Neil W and Peter O aren't competitors yet Here's to still being hopeful of a non SS driver and interested show attendee coming forward Quote
Blatman Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 Tommo and Mark have it spot on. I just couldn't be arsed to type it. That'll teach me........ If you scan the thread back to the beginning the "events" support is designed equally at the SS as it is shows. Both Arenas are there to provide for members and promote the club. I know. However, I think you'll find the show-ers would consider that the Speed Series gets enough promotion. We all know why.... Also, the Speed Series relys heavily on invites from other Clubs. Having a large WSCC promo at some-one elses event may rub some of them up the wrong way. Consider what the possible aggro could come from having a *large* banner/gazebo/adverts/membership forms at OUR event at Curborough, from, say.........The RHOC, or the L7Club (assuming they can get it past the lawyers....... ), or whoever. No doubt some of our members would be up in arms........ And yes, when I'm not sprinting, I attend some shows. However, I'm not the man for the show co-ordinator job. It's just not my bag. However, there are plenty of people who love to attend shows, but when asked for a contribution, even something simple like a few words and a piccy or two, what does the mag get? Sod all....... Of course I acknowledge the effort that Chris and Garry have put in to the Donnington show, and I'm all for finding a volunteer (or two), or a team of folk who can take up the mantle, and follow Chris' lead. Believe me when I say that I wish you every success in attaining that goal. Quote
Chris Elworthy Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 but when asked for a contribution, even something simple like a few words and a piccy or two, what does the mag get? Sod all....... Guilty as charged - I said I would write the report for Donington but ended up in one of our German plants the week of the deadline and despite Garry pestering me I still failed to deliver. That sais, whilst there I did have time to stuff the Krauts at the Heins Harald Frentzen Karting centre which is brilliant, tunnels, hills and a hairpin at the bottom of a windy down hilly bit! See HERE Quote
Chris Elworthy Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 Watch this space. PS - No more talk of the "SS fraternity" or "Show" fraternity......its silly. Quote
Chris Elworthy Posted November 17, 2003 Posted November 17, 2003 What's mean? with knobs on I think. Quote
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