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General Discussion / Re: Insurance for autocross?

« on: May 01, 2024, 12:47:01 PM »

There is no insurer that would ever provide you with coverage for anything that happens at one of these events. To my knowledge there is no insurance products that would cover any type of timed event. Historically there's been a very small handful of insurance products for HPDE/Lapping (non-timed) events, but even those seem to have of disappeared in Canada.

There are a few that have covered schools on tracks but that is about it.  In over 40 years of this, the only damage I have had has been mechanical failure of some sort - e.g. wheel studs breaking, front sway bar breaking, wheel bearings (peculiar to my car - S2k) etc.  However I have seen roll-overs (caused by a FSB breaking), and other incidents mainly due to gross driver error or even hitting a light at Fort Macleod airport (we try to design tracks so you are not spinning at one but it can happen albeit infrequently).  Take a school or a few and you can avoid most if not all of the carnage.

Cheers,

Reijo

While rare, incidents can happen. I have personally witnessed some pretty severe damage to a few vehicles, never at an SASC event as you noted though. The safety culture with SASC is quite strong and events are managed well. Still, things can happen, and at least for me, if I am driving a car that I am worried about damaging I am not pushing myself as hard than in a car I care less about.

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Automotive Marketplace / Re: FS: 2004 Corvette Z06

« on: August 03, 2023, 10:59:36 AM »

Sold

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Automotive Marketplace / FS: Various Tires

« on: July 27, 2023, 08:50:55 AM »

Hey everyone, I am sitting on a lot of tires in various states of wear and age. These tires were all stored in heated storage and are now in my heated garage. These are not the fastest tires out there but they will get you through the rest of the season for cheap or are a good set of practice tires.

These were previously Stephen's tires and were used on his E92 M3, they are also similarly sized for C5 corvettes.

2 x 2 year old 275 Goodyear SC3s with 4.5/32" remaining - $100 for both
2 x 2 year old 285 RE-71Rs with 5/32" remaining - $100 for both
4 x 3-season-old 275 RE-71Rs with 3/32" remaining - $100 for all 4

Package deal $200 for all of the tires. I will post more details when I am in front of the tires again.

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Automotive Marketplace / SOLD: 2004 Corvette Z06

« on: July 27, 2023, 08:46:18 AM »

Hey everyone, I have had this listed for a bit, but wanted to offer to any SASC members for $28,000 if they were interested. Ad is here if you want to see photos: https://www.kijiji.ca/v-view-details.html?adId=1661139910

The car currently has approximately 60000 km on it. Since owning it I have put on a hitch/harness to tow a small tire trailer, as well as the stereo upgrade and cameras.

All stock parts will come with the sale along with the stock wheels along with a California Noah Car Cover.

Current modifications include:
- Hellwig 1-5/16" Front Sway Bar
- Koni Yellow Shocks
- Fikse FM5 Wheels (Have stock wheels as well)
- Kenwood DNX996XR Double Din Stereo (Still have stock stereo)
- Kenwood front and rear facing cameras
- Kenwood Dash Cam
- Curt Hitch with Corvette Covette, complete with wiring harness

Brakes were replaced in 2021 with GM blank rotors and Carbotech XP10 pads all around.

Car was also polished and ceramic coated in 2021.

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General Discussion / Re: Please update web page link to archived results

« on: April 11, 2023, 10:15:48 AM »

The club's web page (https://web.sascsolo.com/event-results/) contains an outdated Google Drive link to the archived event results.  Could you please get this updated to the new format to prevent me getting email requests from Google:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0ByeFbiNdvLbGNlZjajRjQ0t3V1k?resourcekey=0-OXel17g0nBfUNByn4PWBXw&usp=share_link


Thanks,
Murray

Fixed, sorry about that.

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SASC Events / Re: 2023 SASC Event Schedule

« on: March 02, 2023, 09:22:16 PM »

Nice spread on the schedule.

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SASC Events / Re: COVID-19 Impact on 2021 Season

« on: May 27, 2021, 08:30:01 AM »

With the province's accelerated reopen schedule and rejigged (much more generous) guidelines for when to proceed to each stage of the reopening, I'm guessing that it can't be more than late June that we could have events.

Stage 2, which could be by June 15, allows outdoor events of up to 150 people. And if we're being realistic, Stage 2 is going to be by June 15, in order for Stage 3 to kick in ahead of Stampede, which is pretty clearly what's driving the reopen schedule now. Whether or not you think that's sound public health policy, that seems good news for us running events soon - and lest that sound negative, I think it's pretty safe for us, being mostly widely scattered outside all day. So as long as we're playing by the AHS/AB gov't rules, I'm happy to move ahead
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/alberta-covid-coronavirus-may-26-1.6040591

Yes, I think by the most recent schedule the first event would be June 26/27 after June 15. Which works out timing wise cause you will know at least a week before those events what the rules are and can get the registration up.

Hopefully things go smoothly over the next few weeks.

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Announcements / Re: SASC Monthly Club Meetings

« on: December 08, 2020, 08:34:25 AM »

Monthly meeting tomorrow night on MS Teams

Please contact me if you would like to attend and need the link.

Monthly meeting is tonight. Again, please contact me if you would like to attend.

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Announcements / Re: SASC Monthly Club Meetings

« on: November 09, 2020, 08:06:26 PM »

Monthly meeting tomorrow night on MS Teams

Please contact me if you would like to attend and need the link.

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Announcements / Re: 2020 SASC AGM

« on: November 06, 2020, 11:19:21 AM »

Based on feedback, and the concerns around the growing number of Covid-19 cases in Alberta we have decided to move back to an online AGM. We still ask that you register online through MSReg so we can confirm those that are coming.

The link to the online meeting will be issued to those that are registered on MSreg only.

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Member Discussion (Private) / 2021 Steward Positions

« on: October 19, 2020, 10:40:01 AM »

Well, there was no where to speak about the nomination or appointment of Steward Positions for the 2021 season.

We currently have 6 positions, they are listed below. I don't believe that I currently have a description for each, so I will attempt to do that here.

Tech Steward
Responsible for both helmet and vehicle tech. Ensuring we have tech stickers and coordinating tech inspections on-site at events (when we are doing vehicle techs)

Safety / Sound Steward
This combined position is to act as the safety representative on-site (or delegating it when not on-site) and making decisions around course designs and event operations relating to safety issue. Also responsible for maintaining the sound equipment, ensuring there are batteries, and sound logs are recorded properly. Can also act in a training capacity for those that run sound.

Equipment Steward
I am largely unsure of this position as we have not had it filled for a few years now.

Novice Steward
Responsible for communicating and helping Novice's before, during and after events. This could include pre-emptive communications prior to events in coordination with the Secretary. Helping during the event by leading a course walk coordinating ride alongs or instructor runs. Then even following up after the event. The possibilities in this position are endless and this is about helping novice's learn the sport and encourage them to participate in the future by having a welcoming environment.

Grid / Workers Steward
Responsible for coordinating work assignments prior to an event. Once early registration is closed this steward then sorts out worker positions and emails the participants with their assignments. They can assist on-site on the day off to handle any different work assignments that need to be given. They work closely with the Event Steward and course designer in completing this assignment.

Registration / Waivers Steward
Responsible for coordinating on-site registration, while maybe not specifically running it themselves. Ensuring that we are filing all appropriate waivers and other files.


If you are interested in any of these roles maybe make a note here, or keep this in mind for the AGM.

Thank you

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Member Discussion (Private) / Re: Nominations for 2021 President

« on: October 19, 2020, 10:18:54 AM »

I would like to nominate Jared Coulson for the position of President.

Jared has been an active SASC member for several years. Over the years he has made many positive contributions to the club. Both through his role as Novice Steward, where he engaged new members better than any time we have in the past and in his regular participation. He has had several positive suggestions on how we could improve club operations, up the number of attendees at our events and how we could make our events more interesting.

I think Jared would do well in this position and would be a very good representative of the club. While this is true, it will be important that there is the support of other executives and steward positions in the coming year to help with the running of events.

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Member Discussion (Private) / Re: Nominations for 2021 Secretary

« on: October 19, 2020, 09:36:25 AM »

I would like to nominate John Hrycyk for the secretary position. John is a regular attendee at our events and is a very nice guy. While not previously involved with some support he should be more than capable to run the Secretary position.

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Announcements / 2020 SASC AGM

« on: October 19, 2020, 09:25:55 AM »

The SASC AGM will be held on Saturday, November 21th, 1:00pm

Location: Online

Registration http://msreg.com/sasc2020agm

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 limited to 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:

1:00-1:10pm - Welcome
1:10-1:25pm - Presidents Report (Adam)
1:25-1:40pm - Solo 2 Report(Richard)
1:40-1:55pm - Financial Statement (Stephen)
1:55-2:15pm - Election of Executives & Appointment of Volunteer Positions (Adam)
2:15-2:35pm - 2021 Solo Schedule and Budget (Richard and Adam)
2:35-3:55pm - Club Championship Awards (Adam, Richard, Gabriel and Stephen)
2:55-3:30pm - Q&A (Adam, Richard, Gabriel and Stephen)

If you cannot attend, please complete a Proxy Form to nominate a member to vote on your behalf. They will available within the MSreg event details. 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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Announcements / Re: SASC Monthly Club Meetings

« on: October 13, 2020, 08:50:05 AM »

September meeting is tomorrow evening. We will be meeting on Microsoft Teams again.

If you are interested in attending please reach out and I can invite you or provide you with the link.

Same thing, just October, message me if you want to attend.