I'll be the first to admit that I certainly don't have all the "history" or
for that matter understand all of the why's and wherefore's of the reasons
for ProSolo's fiscal and attendance problems. Maybe the "Pro" part scares
folks off...I don't know...I do know that I feel ProSolo is one fun and
enjoyable version of autocross and believe it has a place in our National
program. Its format is not only a blast to drive in, but it is enjoyable to
watch as well. YMMV IMNSHO
Pete Mottaz
>From: "John F. Kelly Jr." At all recent Nationals, there has been a turn
>close to 90 degrees just
>before or just after the start line.
> Drag starts are usually a part of the Kansas Region's practice
>events at National and all Pro Solo events.
> I believe our National Solo II course designers have come to
>realize it's in the event's best interests not to have somebody dump
>engine/transmission internals on the National starting line.
> I share the belief drag strip starts should not be a part of the
>sport of autocrossing. Look at the turnout for a Pro Solo versus a Tour
>event. The public is voting with its feet.
> What the Pro Solo world does is under one man's direction, a job
>he inherited and a game which has cost SCCA National a considerable amount
>of money: $78,000 in 1998. And that's why there is no prize money in 2000.
>The "pro" is gone. All the whys of that reality are complicated to explain.
>Let's just say SCCA operates best when it stages events for its members'
>enjoyment.
>
>- --John Kelly
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