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« on: January 21, 2017, 17:58:04 »
Interesting post, people over the years have asked if the sprint should keep going. I have entered and run the sprint for quite a few years (before handing over to Bruce). I really enjoy the sprint for a number of reasons:
1. I get to meet members and old friends, it is nice walking around and speaking with people. Very few other events have the feeling of the sprint. The car park is always full, so as a social event works well.
2. As a sprint, we only need 3-4 more people to enter to break even in cost. I would rather do a sprint than a track day. Why? A sprint is run to MSA procedures e.g. if you want to go slow then that is fine. No car can overtake which is nice, novice track day people would be under pressure. We have quick and slow drivers in the club, there is no rule at the sprint to go really quick. I'm one of the slow people!
3. Goodwood is a nice location, yes we could move to another track but the cost would be similar. We can move earlier if required, but trying to find the best date would be hard. I tried for 6-7 years to see what could be done.
4. The vast array of cars is amazing, we have people who love to attend. The issue is not the sprint, the issue is we are an aging club with expensive cars. Next year I plan to run my Ac Aceca (if ready), but as speed is not essential it is a nice way to get into motorsport. I recommend everyone has a go, I'm sure people will lend overalls/helmets if required.Car prep is not that bad, not like racing.
I hope we keep the sprint, would be strange not having it anymore. Other clubs are always keen to join our numbers if required. It is always good to discuss in my view.
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