Jeff (and all),
The autocross is a solo speed event that tests not only the car's handling and
performance, but also the driver's skills. It consists
of a set of rubber pylons set up in a parking lot in the form of a course. The
object is to drive as fast as you can around the
course. Usually, you get three runs and your best time is used for comparison
with others in your class.
Time is added for hitting pylons and course deviations. Best time wins the
class. Usually the SCCA has novice classes for those who
have never done it before.
If you don't want to use your Spitfire in such events, I suggest that you never
enter your first one. I am convinced you will be
hooked! The VTR autocross was the first one I have competed in since 1969 and
it was the best fun I have had in the last 30 years.
Regards,
Joe
Jeff McNeal wrote:
>
> Joe,
>
> I've never participated in an autocross. For the benefit of us neophytes,
> can you explain in detail what one entails other than driving as fast as you
> can between cones?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jeff
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Joe Curry <spitlist@gte.net>
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> Sent: Saturday, August 12, 2000 11:24 AM
> Subject: More on Triumphest and autocross.
>
> >
> > I have been doing some investigating and find that there is an SCCA
> autocross being held during Triumphest. Unfortunately, it is on
> > the Saturday of the car show.
> >
> > I am attempting to find out if they will accept late arrivals so that we
> can go directly from the show and still get in on the action.
> >
> > If this can be worked out, how many of you would like to participate in
> this plan. I expect that If I cam tell them that our numbers
> > will be significant, we can stand a better chance of pulling it off.
> >
> > So, please let me know if you would like to participate!
> >
> > Regards,
> > Joe Curry
> >
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