Southern Alberta Solosport Club
30 Nov 2021 - 2021 AGM Is A WrapThe 2021 AGM at the Grey Eagle Casino is a wrap. With 19 folks in attendance and several others via proxy we met quorum. Executives were elected (all carry over from this season) and awards were handed out. Thank you to those that were able to make it out to support the club and a big thank you to the executives and stewards that agreed to volunteer for the next season. Stay tuned on the forums for meeting minutes.
 STREET Superclass Winners From Left to Right: Greg M (2nd), Tom G (1st), Dallin B (3rd) 
17 Oct 2021 - 2021 AGMThe SASC AGM will be held on Saturday, November 27th, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Grey Eagle Casino 3777 Grey Eagle Dr, Calgary, AB T3E 3X8  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) Additional details here: https://forums.sascsolo.com/index.php?topic=1592.msg11438;topicseen#new Nov. 22 update: 1. Proof of vaccination and/or a negative Covid-19 test will be required. 2. When arriving at the Grey Eagle Resort for the AGM: Please go directly to the hotel, the Casino is a bit of a trek to the hotel ballroom/meeting space. Our meeting space is just off the Hotel Ballroom and our meeting room will be clearly listed on the door and reader board.
04 Oct 2021 - 2021 SASC Championship ResultsBelow are the results for our 2021 Autocross Season Championship:
STREET 1 Tom G 2 Greg M 3 Dallin B STOUR 1 David S 2 Perry L 3 Aaron M PREPMOD 1 Reijo S 2 Mark T 3 Sean W LADIES 1 Tammy L 2 Yvonne A 3 Tara T ROOKIE 1 Aaron M 2 Sean W 3 Alex L CAM-XS 1 Shannon W 2 Derrick K 3 Jay Z Congrats to the winners. For more information and to join the discussion click this link https://forums.sascsolo.com/index.php?topic=1587.0 Updated Oct. 5, 2021
02 Jun 2021 - 2021 SASC Championship SeasonWith the recent announcements made by the Alberta government, the executive is preparing to launch the SASC season in late June. This will begin with a double header weekend at Aidrie, as per the schedule below. Since the border remains closed for most car travel (to SCCA events), we will look to add additional dates in July and September.
June 26 - Airdrie - Championship Event 1 Presented by Urban X Wheel & Tire (https://www.urbanexp.ca/) June 27 - Airdrie - Championship Event 2 July 10 - Fort Macleod - Practice July 25 - Airdrie - Championship Event 3 Presented by Urban X Wheel & Tire (https://www.urbanexp.ca/) August 1 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 4 August 14 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 5 August 29 - Airdrie - Championship Event 6 Presented by Western Motorsports (https://www.wmsracing.com/) September 19 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 7 September 26 - Airdrie - Championship Event 8 Presented by Urban X Wheel & Tire (https://www.urbanexp.ca/) October 3 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 9 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. Championship Format 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 4 of 7 events (subject to change as events are added, but scoring will attempt to use just over 50% of 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). 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. As of May 31 we will no longer be accepting Email Money Transfers (EMT) for payment. 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 2021 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]https://www.scca.com/pages/solo-cars-and-rules]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, we will be posting a reservation thread shorty (and will update this post with the link when available). Join the discussion here: https://forums.sascsolo.com/index.php?topic=1559.msg11348;topicseen#new
15 Apr 2021 - 2021 SASC Season DelayFollowing Tuesday's monthly meeting, we will be delaying the start to the 2021 SASC season. We have reached out to AHS for clarification on the classification of our events and are awaiting a response. Unless otherwise directed by AHS, we will consider starting the season when the province returns to Step 3 of restrictions.
Given that this year will be a condensed schedule again, we will be forgoing events in Red Deer and look to add events when appropriate at our other two venues. For reference, our contracted dates are listed below, but we will be giving notice of cancellation for the April events and May 2 event this week. 2021 SASC Schedule (Subject to Change) as of May 19, 2021; April 25 - Fort Macleod - Practice Event May 2 - Airdrie - Championship Event 1 May 15 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 2 May 29 - Airdrie - Championship Event 1 June 13 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 1 June 26 - Airdrie - Championship Event 2 Presented by Urban X Wheel & Tire (https://www.urbanexp.ca/) June 27 - Airdrie - Championship Event 3 August 1 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 4 August 14 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 5 August 29 - Airdrie - Championship Event 6 Presented by Western Motorsports (https://www.wmsracing.com/) September 19 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 7 October 3 - Fort Macleod - Championship Event 8 Discussion here: http://forums.sascsolo.com/index.php?topic=1556.msg11334;topicseen#new
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