In a message dated 9/2/2001 3:24:19 PM Pacific Daylight Time, 34ford@msn.com
writes:
> The ONLY problem I had, since we are criticizing
> the folk that do a fine job at SCTA, is finding the turn off and return
> road.
>
As you get more experience you'll find getting to the return road a
lot easier. On the short course there are cars and bikes with a wide variety
of shutoff speeds, anywhere from under 100mph to near 200mph for those
qualifying for the long course. When I was running on the short course I just
held the heading I'd been on through the previous 3 miles, initiated and
completed my engine shut-down procedure, then when the car had slowed to what
seemed to be a speed at which I could turn out with out spinning I started my
very gradual right turn. Since there are usually cars scattered along the
return road there is a reference from which to adjust your radius of turn,
which dictates where you will intercept the return road. After the first
couple of passes you'll be able to adjust your track so as to come to a stop
just short of the return road, facing the starting line, and near a spectator
who hopefully can give you your time.
On the long course the same applies, you just are turning to the left
and coast much farther before initiating your turn toward the return road.
My philosophy at the salt has always been to save the chute for an
emergency. Since my speeds are reasonably low I've found that this practice
works for me.
Now, watch the board lite up in response to the previous paragraph.
Ardun Doug (Save-The-Chute)
King
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