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Announcements / Re: SASC Monthly Club Meetings
« on: April 11, 2022, 05:08:14 PM »
Reminding everyone that the monthly meeting is tomorrow night at 7:30PM and will be held over MS teams. Please DM me here if you would like to join and don't have the link.

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Technical Talk / Re: EVs in 2022
« on: April 04, 2022, 01:43:31 PM »
It comes down to a decision made by the insurer (that comes through the WCMA). Not much of a story, other than battery related liability I believe. At the next meeting, I can follow up with Doug for some more intel.

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SASC Events / 2022 SASC Championship Season presented by Urban X
« on: March 24, 2022, 07:51:35 PM »
2022 SASC Schedule presented by Urban X



https://www.urbanexp.ca/

April 30 - Fort Macleod - Test and Tune (a more casually run day, with separate elements to help setup cars)
May 1 - Fort Macleod - Practice (ran as a normal event, not for Championship points)
May 15 - Fort Macleod - Event 1
May 29 - Airdrie - Event 2
June 12 - Fort Macleod - Event 3
June 26 - Airdrie - Event 4
July 10 - Airdrie - Event 5
July 24 - Fort Macleod - Event 6
August 13 - Fort Macleod - Event 7
August 28 - Airdrie - Event 8
September 18 - Airdrie - Event 9
October 2 - Fort Macleod - Event 10

Daily Itinerary

Fort Macleod

7:30am – Course Setup
9:00am – On-Site Mandatory Check-In (with timing vehicle) & Vehicle Tech Inspection Close
9:15am – Guided Course Walk (aka Rookie Course Walk)
9:45am – Mandatory Drivers Meeting
10:00am – Timed Runs Begin
~4:00pm – Timed Runs Finish, Takedown & Cleanup

Airdrie Air Park
9:00am – Gates Open and Course Setup
10:15am – Gates Close for entrants
10:20am - On-Site Mandatory Check-In (with timing vehicle) & Vehicle Tech Inspection close
10:15am – Course open for walking/Guided Course Walk (aka Rookie Course Walk)/Group 1 cars may move to grid
10:45am – Mandatory Drivers Meeting - Group 1 cars must be in grid with all equipment needed to run/Group 1 Workers ready to work after meeting
11:00pm - First car out, start of timed runs, Gates are reopened for spectator access
5:00pm – Timed Runs Must Finish, Takedown & Cleanup
6:00pm – Everything must be off-site, Runway Now Active

NOTE: Anyone that has not checked in with the timing vehicle prior the end of check-in will not be allowed to run that day, no exceptions. Online registration is different from the on-site check-in with the workers in the timing vehicle.

Format for the 2022 Urban X Championship

For those that wish to take part in the championship please read the following. Please note that participation in the championship is not mandatory.

1. STREET - All street classes
2. STOUR – All Street Touring (ST) classes, and Solo Spec Coupe (SSC)
3. PREPMOD – All Prepared classes, Street Prepared (SP) classes, Street Modified (SM) classes, Modified classes and SSR
4. LADIES
5. ROOKIE1
6. CAM-XS – Classic American Muscle (CAM), XS-A and XS-B classes

1. A Rookie is defined as someone who is a 1st year regular participant. Previous year random/occasional participation still allows for Rookie qualification. 3rd year participant no longer qualifies for Rookie, regardless of the number of events. Any 1st year regular participant does not qualify for 2nd year Rookie participation.

Scoring will be based on a best 6 of 10 events. Scoring within each of the above superclasses will be based on PAX/RTP of the applicable class. All of the day’s count as a single event except practice events. There is a minimum requirement of at least 1 score at each venue. Meaning to qualify at the championship you will need to have participated at least at one event at each site.

PAX/RTP: https://www.solotime.info/pax/

Prizes

Top 1 driver from each of the above mentioned superclasses will receive a jacket
Top 3 drivers from each of the above mentioned superclasses will receive a trophy

Fee Structure

Fort Macleod Airport
•   $45 – Members1 Normal Fee (cutoff is 60hrs before event starts)
•   $65 – Members1 Late Sign Up Fee (cutoff is 18hrs before event starts)
•   $65 – Non-Members Normal Fee (cutoff is 60hrs before event starts)
•   $85 – Non-Members Late Sign Up Fee (cutoff is 18hrs before event starts)

Airdrie Airpark

•      $95 – Members Online Payment (cutoff is 60hrs before event starts)
•      $115–  Members Late Sign Up Fee (cutoff is 18hrs before event starts)
•      $115 – Non-Members Online Payment (cutoff is 60hrs before event starts)
•      $135 – Non-Members Late Sign Up Fee (cutoff is 18hrs before event starts)

Walk-up registrations will not be permitted (must have pre-registered online and completed the online waiver).

CASH WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED AT ANY SASC EVENTS. Online payment via credit card, pre-paid credit card or Visa debit card is required.

1. Members of either the SASC or another WCMA Affiliated Club. Membership cards are to be shown at the on-site check in in order to be eligible for discount. No card, no discount, no exceptions.

Membership
$50 – Single   
$75 – Family

Sign up for a membership here:
https://www.motorsportreg.com/events/southern-alberta-solosport-club-sasc-membership-983462

Sound Policy


We have a strict sound policy; The measurement will be taken at a point where the vehicle can reasonably be expected to be under load at full throttle. The measuring point will be 50 feet from the edge of the course using an ANSI Type 2 sound meter set to “A” weighting, “Slow” response. The microphone will be placed 3-4 feet above ground level, positioned perpendicular to vehicle direction of travel. Measurement will be taken at a minimum of 1 sound station but usually 2, rules apply for both stations.

If a vehicle registers a reading between 91.0-92.9dB the driver(s) will be given a courtesy warning that they are near the limit.

If a vehicle registers a reading at 93.0dB or greater the driver must make a mechanical change to the vehicle (ex. install a turn-down1, install a silencer, close an exhaust valve(s)2 etc.), the mechanical change must be shown to and accepted by the Event Chair or other SASC Executive member prior to the next run. A “mechanical delay” is permissible to make this change. If during the next run the driver(s) registers a second reading at 93.0dB or greater that vehicle will not be allowed to continue running (for both drivers in case of a two driver car).

Vehicles that register below the 92.9dB maximum in the measured section(s) of the course but are found to be excessively loud (eg. exhaust backfire, tire squeal etc.) in other sections of the course may also not be allowed to continue running if so deemed by the Event Chair or other SASC Executive member.

Please note that this also applies to showroom stock vehicles, we are aware that there are a very small handful of unmodified cars (ex. Porsche 911 GT3 and Ford Mustang 350R) that can exceed the 92.9dB maximum, these vehicles must still adhere to the sound policy.

Drivers of vehicles that blow over within their first two runs will receive their money back should they be unable to make a successful mechanical change and not able to continue their runs in a different vehicle. If the vehicle blows over after the first two runs refunds will not be issued.
Our sound policy is based on the SCCA’s which can be found in Appendix 1 of the rules located here: https://www.scca.com/pages/solo-cars-and-rules

1. Turndowns can only be installed pointing directly upwards, downwards, or rearwards, pointing the turndown 90° away from the sound meter is not allowed.
2. Exhaust valves that are adjustable electronically via the push of a button inside the vehicle are acceptable.

Rules & Regulations

•   No alcohol or drugs at the venue, zero tolerance
•   No stunting/drifting/burnouts/hooning at any of our events
•   You must obey all posted speed limits and drive respectfully on surrounding roads, those seen stunting, speeding or driving recklessly will be banned from future events
•   This is a volunteer based sport, in order to drive you must also work, those that don’t work their assignment both in the morning and afternoon will not be welcome back
•   When competing, your personal vehicle insurance is void, if you attempt to make a claim that is considered insurance fraud. In the event of an incident the SASC will fully cooperate with insurance companies. The SASC carries insurance to protect the venue.

The ASN Autoslalom regs can be found here:
http://solosportcanada.ca/regulations/

Valid helmets for Autoslalom competition in the 2022 season are:

•   FIA 8860-2004
•   FIA 8860-2010
•    FIA 8860-2015
•   Snell 2015 SA, or 2015 M
•   Snell 2010 SA, 2010 SAH, or 2010 M
•   SFI Foundation 31.1/2015
•   SFI Foundation 31.1/2010
•   ECE R22.05 (10 years from manufacturing date of helmet)
Helmets homologated to Snell M and ECE R22.05 standard are not acceptable for use in vehicles equipped with roll cages.

All helmets must pass a tech inspection, acceptable helmets will have a sticker affixed allowing their use in the 2021 season.

SCCA Rules & Car Classing Information can be found here:
https://www.scca.com/pages/solo-cars-and-rules


Tech & Helmet Inspection

All vehicles will be checked by the Tech Steward or designate before they are allowed to compete, once a vehicle passes tech inspection a sticker is affixed to the inside of the windshield allowing the vehicle to compete for the duration of the 2021 season. A Tech Inspection includes but is not limited to:

•   Vehicle is in the correct class
•   No loose objects inside the passenger compartment
•   Static brake test
•   Battery is secure (no bungee cables/cords allowed)
•   No leaks
•   No excessive wheel play
•   A valid helmet (a sticker will be affixed to the helmet after inspection, sticker is valid for the duration of the 2021 season)

The vehicle owner/driver is still ultimately responsible for the condition of the vehicle and must ensure that it is safe to operate.

Racing Numbers


If you would like to reserve a permanent set of racing numbers for the season, buy a membership and include your preferred number. The updated racing number thread will be linked here shortly.

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Announcements / Re: SASC Monthly Club Meetings
« on: March 07, 2022, 10:23:26 AM »
Reminder for tomorrow's monthly meeting - will be held at 7:30PM on teams (if you have not received the invite and wish to join, please DM me here).

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SASC Events / Re: 2022 Championship Season Preview
« on: March 04, 2022, 08:22:06 AM »
Yes, we know. We also have a large part of attendees that don't go, and the executive voted on hosting an event for them as not to have a large break in the middle of July.

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SASC Events / 2022 Championship Season Preview
« on: March 02, 2022, 01:12:57 PM »
Hello everyone,

We are in the process of finalizing our dates with Airdrie and Fort Macleod, but are able to share this tentative season schedule with you to assist with any vacation planning this summer.

April 30 - Fort Macleod - Test and Tune (a more casually run day, with separate elements to help setup cars)
May 1 - Fort Macleod - Practice (ran as a normal event, not for Championship points)
May 15 - Fort Macleod - Event 1
May 29 - Airdrie - Event 2
June 12 - Fort Macleod - Event 3
June 26 - Airdrie - Event 4
July 10 - Airdrie - Event 5
July 24 - Fort Macleod - Event 6
August 13 - Fort Macleod - Event 7
August 28 - Airdrie - Event 8
September 18 - Airdrie - Event 9
October 2 - Fort Macleod - Event 10


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Announcements / Re: SASC Monthly Club Meetings
« on: February 08, 2022, 08:56:58 AM »
It's that time of month! Meeting is tonight at 7:30PM and will be held over MS teams. Please DM me here if you would like to join and don't have the link.

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Announcements / Re: SASC Monthly Club Meetings
« on: January 11, 2022, 09:14:42 AM »
Reminder that the monthly meeting is tonight @ 7:30PM on MS teams, if you don't see the invite in the next half hour, please DM me to be included.

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Announcements / Re: SASC Monthly Club Meetings
« on: December 13, 2021, 03:45:37 PM »
Reminding everyone that the monthly meeting is tomorrow night at 7:30PM and will be held over MS teams. Please DM me here if you would like to join and don't have the link.

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Member Discussion (Private) / Re: 2022 SASC Solo Director Nomination
« on: November 16, 2021, 08:57:00 AM »
Sorry for the late post - I believe Bob has been tied up with work.

That said, I nominate Bob Stinn as the solo director for 2022 (his current seat). Bob has accepted the nomination during our monthly meetings.

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Member Discussion (Private) / 2022 SASC Solo Director Nomination
« on: November 16, 2021, 08:56:15 AM »
This is the page for nominating the 2022 SASC Solo Director.

Executive nomination requirements
- Nominees must be a full member in good standing for a minimum of 12 months
- Self nomination will be allowed
- People may only be nominated (self-nomination or nominations by others) for one executive position
- Nominees must post on 'Members Only' forum section their experience / qualifications, along with their enthusiasm for betterment of the club, in conjunction with their nomination. No qualifying post, the nomination is void. Allows for other members to consider their votes for their preferred nominee prior to AGM.
- Current executives are also able to be nominated and re-elected for 2022

Duties of the Solo Director
o   attend all meetings of the Club and the Board;
o   are responsible for organizing all events for the discipline in which they are in charge of;
o   lead any efforts to modify the sporting regulations for the discipline they are responsible for;
o   can appoint volunteers to fill positions as deemed necessary to help organize, prepare and run events.
o   is charged with growing the membership and popularity of the discipline.
o   has final decision making power at all events for their discipline. At an official event a Discipline Director may over rule any board member including the president on all matters except monetary;
o   is required to make safety the top priority at all times at all events;
o   is required to submit a budget for the remainder of their term and have it passed by the Board. This budget may be changed mid term with the approval of the Board.

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Announcements / Re: SASC Monthly Club Meetings
« on: November 08, 2021, 12:58:00 PM »
It's that time of month! Meeting is tomorrow night at 7:30PM and will be held over MS teams. Please DM me here if you would like to join and don't have the link.

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Announcements / Re: 2021 SASC Annual General Meeting
« on: October 28, 2021, 11:14:24 AM »
Update:

Grey Eagle confirmed that proof of double vaccination or a negative Covid test are in fact required to attend the AGM. If you are planning on coming, please ensure to have one of the above or to submit a proxy for your vote.

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Announcements / 2021 SASC Annual General Meeting
« on: October 20, 2021, 09:19:35 AM »
The SASC AGM will be held on Saturday, November 27th, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Location: Grey Eagle Casino

Registration (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3MPJNHF)

With 90 club members this year, we require a minimum 20% representation at the AGM per club bylaws. Your attendance is very much appreciated and helps shape the club for the future. We are able to accommodate 50 attendees at the venue, and we will be arranged in audience format following all current AHS guidelines.

There are many important topics to discuss and vote on and the AGM is the venue to accomplish this.

The agenda will be as follows:

2:00-2:10pm - Welcome
2:10-2:25pm - Presidents Report (Jared)
2:25-2:40pm - Solo 2 Report (Bob)
2:40-2:55pm - Financial Statement (Dallin)
2:55-3:15pm - Election of Executives & Appointment of Volunteer Positions (Jared)
3:15-3:35pm - 2022 Solo Schedule and Budget (Bob and Jared)
3:35-3:55pm - Club Championship Awards (Bob, Dallin, Jared, John)
3:55-4:30pm - Q&A (Bob, Dallin, Jared, John)

If you cannot attend, please complete a Proxy Form to nominate a member to vote on your behalf. If you have no other member to proxy, please proxy to one of the current SASC executives. Contact secretary@sascsolo.com and request a proxy form if required. Please fill out this document and return it to the SASC Secretary.

I would also like to encourage others to get involved with the club in either an executive capacity or steward capacity. The official positions are as follows:

President (executive)
Solo 2 Director (executive)
Treasurer (executive)
Secretary (executive)

Tech Steward
Safety / Sound Steward
Equipment Steward
Novice Steward
Grid / Workers Steward
Registration / Waivers Steward

There are also other folks who don’t hold an official position but are instrumental to the success of this club so getting involved is easy if you’re looking to do so in a more informal way.

More information can be found in the members section of the forum.


Thank you,
Your SASC Executive Team

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Member Discussion (Private) / Save the Date - 2021 SASC AGM November 27
« on: October 16, 2021, 01:07:06 PM »
Saturday, November 27th @ 2pm-5pm - Grey Eagle Casino, Calgary AB

The plan is to host this event live, within the Government of Alberta's guidelines for COVID. While we are in discussions with the venue, we are targeting holding the meeting at the Grey Eagle Casino. Please let this serve as an early notice for saving the date if you are able to attend - we will update this post with more information once confirmed.

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