Show Posts

This section allows you to view all posts made by this member. Note that you can only see posts made in areas you currently have access to.


Messages - Cagare

Pages: 1 ... 11 12 [13] 14 15 ... 17
181
SASC Events / Re: Scores for Sept 30, 2018 - YYC Event #14
« on: October 20, 2018, 12:14:16 PM »
There were no course changes that day. It should just be the fastest run of the day.

182
Member Discussion (Private) / Re: Nominations for SASC President
« on: October 15, 2018, 05:05:20 PM »
I would like to personally nominate Adam S for the position of SASC President. Adam is a long time autocrosser both in Alberta and Ontario, he's knowledgeable, friendly and easy to work with, he attends our monthly club meetings and is always happy to help where he can. Adam is also leading our social media initiative. Adam has served as a director at his local autocross club back in Ontario.

Well, since I was nominated I guess I should give a bit of background. I am Adam S, I drive the White S2000, in case you don't know me by name.

I started autocross with CSCC in 2012 (I think), and participated in events through 2015. I spent the 2016-2017 seasons in Ontario, I won the 2017 season with Western Ontario Sports Car Association (WOSCA) in Ontario, but also got appointed Solo Director which seems to happen with that club. My appointment to solo director was due to my strong involvement in WOSCA with many suggestions that were successfully implemented.

Even though I lived in Chatham, while in Ontario, I always made our monthly meetings with WOSCA in London Ontario, which is about an hours drive. I helped run events, and presented several ideas (shamelessly stolen from other ASN and SCCA clubs) which we implemented. This has led to an increase in participation in that club's events. Although that club has been around a long time, and will continue to do so.

Some other background about me:
  • I've autocrossed with CSCC, SASC, WOSCA and CASC-OR Regional Series starting in 2012 to today, I have been heavily involved in club executives since 2016
  • Since my involvement with both clubs I attend executive meetings regularly
  • I've attended several club events in other jurisdictions including SCCA local clubs, Ontario and Alberta
  • My professional career is engineering, I have worked in municipal infrastructure, both in consulting and on the government side of things. I have held senior positions in Municipalities in Ontario which gives me a unique perspective which is an asset to the club.
  • I am passionate about cars, and grassroots motorsports in Alberta
  • I have been running the fledgling social media accounts for SASC (weakly lately) which has raised our profile with both Canadian and American Grassroots motorsports enthusiasts, helping raise our brand and exposed us to other locals also
  • I am a husband, and father with two young children

I don't want to make a lot of changes to things, I really just want to help to keep things run smoothly. Our priorities for the club should be:

  • Obtain a new venue to run autocross events, and continue to look even after we obtain a new venue. Attempt some sustainability in venues where possible.
  • Continue to drive interest in our club through social media and other low cost forms of advertising, the more people we have participate the more advocates we will have for our sport continuing in the future
  • Maintain a safety focused culture as our number one priority for events
  • Continue running top notch events - This club has adapted lessons from SCCA and other Canadian clubs to put on top notch events. Let's continue to do this and be recognized national and internationally (mainly US) for our event quality and efficiency
  • Explore the opportunity to run unique events, like the FatKat Challenge, or potentially ProSolo type events in the future, where venues and funds allow
  • There is a lot going on with regards to motorsports development around Calgary, we want to partner with these groups to achieve items 1 and 2 above with regards to venues
  • Keep things fun while still staying competitive - Most of us participate for the enjoyment of the sport, but I want to make sure we maintain our competitiveness, which I think differentiates us from other clubs.
  • Maintain fiscal responsibility. While we remain a not for profit club we need to ensure that we manage our finances in a way that permits us to continue to operate for many years to come. At the same time we need to think about how future investments, done through saving, can help improve the club in the long term.
  • Finally, let's continue to be an open and welcoming club.

Of course, I don't intend to do this all on my own if I am chosen to. I expect that past executive members will stay involved, to maintain history. I also expect a strong executive team to be elected this year as well.

In the end of it all, I just really want to ensure that we maintain autocross events and grassroots motorsports in Southern Alberta. Even if I do not end up being President of this club I will continue to help in that goal any way that I am able to.

Thank you,
Adam S.

183
Automotive Marketplace / Re: FS: Car Hauler - Diamond C 7GTF Trailer 18'
« on: September 29, 2018, 10:58:31 AM »
Sold

184
Member Discussion (Private) / Re: Site suggestions thread
« on: September 28, 2018, 01:24:02 PM »
Anyone think of any massive but now defunct and empty RV lots that might fit the bill?

Asphalt condition, if it exists, is generally terrible. Most of them are outside of the City limits for a reason, so they can be gravel.

Good for Rallycross, or winter events, maybe.

185
Member Discussion (Private) / Re: Site suggestions thread
« on: September 26, 2018, 02:12:13 PM »
What’s the lot like at New Horizons mall? Kidding...

You may have been kidding, but I already went there earlier this week just to check. :) It's way too small, which is too bad, because it was almost completely empty.

That’s what I figured. Most modern commercial lot design has too many obstructions for traffic control purposes.

Also, most storage style lots for transport companies has terrible asphalt quality and is more than likely gravel if an old site, not a lot of new ones being developed because of City of Calgary requirements.

186
Member Discussion (Private) / Re: Site suggestions thread
« on: September 26, 2018, 12:55:13 PM »
You are likely correct that they operate on a Sunday’s at the distribution Centre. It was always going to be a long shot, just haven’t seen such a wide open lot like that around.

I would never entertain trying to rent a lot from CP at all. Again, would have to be a sympathetic plight to rent from anyone because the $$ is not worth the headache.

Bang on that no one builds a big parking lot without using it. Except for defunct businesses, like the horse track we had in Sarnia Ontario. Usually pavement conditions are bad at that point.

What’s the lot like at New Horizons mall? Kidding...

187
Member Discussion (Private) / Re: Site suggestions thread
« on: September 26, 2018, 12:33:49 PM »
The warehouses north of Calgary are actually quite interesting locations as they are not open on Sundays and some have very large lots, but may have transport trucks in them from time to time. Best one I found was the Sobey's distribution center, link to the google map:

https://goo.gl/maps/sEuF859bPkw

Lot measures about 380m x 200m. The only trouble is that it is a large corporate entity and may not have much interest in renting out that lot, plus the agreement even if they considered would probably be terrible.




188
Automotive Marketplace / Re: FS: Car Hauler - Diamond C 7GTF Trailer 18'
« on: September 25, 2018, 08:27:07 AM »
Bump

Save me the cost of storage for the winter and I will let it go for $2,750. That price is good till Thanksgiving.

189
Automotive Marketplace / SOLD: Car Hauler - Diamond C 7GTF Trailer 18'
« on: September 17, 2018, 04:44:33 PM »


Well, I finally decided (after not using my trailer all summer) that I am going to sell it.

Diamond C 7GTF 18' Flat deck trailer
- Purchased from Aidrie Trailer in August 2015
- 3,500lb axles (7,000lb GVWR), trailer weights approximately 1650 lbs
- EZ Lube axles, never-adjust brakes on both axles
- Rear Beaver Tail
- Steel ramps with built in storage
-12 welded on D Rings in addition to stake pockets, making it easy to tire down any car from the tires
-Spare tire on rim

The trailer is in overall good shape, tires are showing some wear. It has driven across Canada twice. It has approximately 10,000km on it with those trips, and other trips to events. I have used it to trailer my S2000 since I purchased it.

$3,500

This price is only for SASC\WSC members, and I would rather see this go to a club member. At that I price will include the trailer with the following for club members:
- Tire basket straps (have some life left in them)
- Trailer pin lock, receiver lock and hitch pin lock kit (all the same key)
- 10" wide wooden tire ramps used to load and unload my car

Please pm me here if you are interested in the trailer and would like to see it.

The trailer will go on Kijiji later this month if there is no interest here. I am also selling my truck if you are looking for a full package, but may look at trading it in instead.  Thanks!








190
Member Discussion (Private) / Re: 2018 Season Course Designers
« on: September 11, 2018, 08:46:38 AM »
On a sort of related note if there's someone that would like to take a stab at being the event chair for one of this years remaining events please let me know. Some things to consider:

- Must be experienced (4+ years of regular autocross)
- Must arrive on site early (~7:30am-7:45am)
- Must make sure that everything is properly put away and cleaned up at the end of the day and that the site is secured (typically last one off site)
- Give the morning safety meeting
- Ensure the event is running smoothly, adjust schedule and amount of runs as needed, deal with any last minute issues, ensure course/spectators/drivers are safe

If no one is taking on September 30 then I can do it. Just need to figure out where some things go.

191
Other Events / Re: 2018 Lincoln!!!!
« on: September 06, 2018, 02:26:03 PM »
Neil Tovsen sitting in 1st -- he might break his  bridesmaid curse this year.

The Johnson Spirit of the Sport Award was presented to “The Eh Team,” a group of competitors from eastern Canada.   Go to scca.com to see them picking up the award on stage (that's Dina holding the mic).

Wow Dina looks a lot different from the last time I saw her.

192
General Discussion / Re: 2019 Mazda Miata ND2
« on: August 17, 2018, 05:23:50 PM »
Thought I would start a separate thread for this.

I called Sunridge Mazda to arrange a test drive on the 2019 ND2. I was told they don’t expect to stock them for 3 months. Not many answers beyond that, but I suspect they don’t want to take them in stock at the end of the convertible season likely.

I am going to check with a few other dealers in town.

Maybe the salesperson I spoke to was full of it or just wanted to get me in to drive a 2018. They didn’t even really know about the changes that are being made to the car.

One thing is for sure I hate dealing with car dealerships. I just want to test drive the damn car

I talked to the service manager at Sunridge after the Tuesday night meeting and that's not what he said ...  He mentioned they would be coming in soon.  Maurice is someone I have known since childhood ... lived across the street.  But we'll see.

Reijo

193
General Discussion / Re: 2019 Mazda Miata ND2
« on: August 17, 2018, 02:27:24 PM »
Try Stoney Trail Mazda

Done that. Waiting on response. Interesting fact, Stoney Trail, North Hill and Kramer are all owned by the same group. Call all three, got the same receptionist at sales, found that little tidbit out. Still waiting to hear back.

194
General Discussion / 2019 Mazda Miata ND2
« on: August 17, 2018, 10:27:56 AM »
Thought I would start a separate thread for this.

I called Sunridge Mazda to arrange a test drive on the 2019 ND2. I was told they don’t expect to stock them for 3 months. Not many answers beyond that, but I suspect they don’t want to take them in stock at the end of the convertible season likely.

I am going to check with a few other dealers in town.

195
While I agree the lot will eventually lost I don’t think things will as quickly as is being stated. This is likely a design build project and they haven’t hired anyone. Most of the work happening in the next 6-12 months is similar to green line work happening right now before the RFP, relocating major utilities and coordinating land purchases. They talk about land purchases in the article.

Pages: 1 ... 11 12 [13] 14 15 ... 17