July 15 - FAST Classic @ TGP

Postby **Loren** » Sun Jun 25, 2017 11:17 pm

Hey, y'all. It's time for us to hit Tampa Greyhound Park for another FAST Classic!

What is a FAST Classic, you ask? It's an autocross with half as many entries as a FAST Open, and no formal Novice instruction. We do require all entrants to have competed in at least 5 prior autocross events so that they sort of know what they're doing (or enlist an experienced sponsor). Put that all together, and you get a small, casual autocross with LOTS of runs, and we still get done by around 2:30pm.

We'll be providing lunch for all registered drivers and guests at this event, too!

Because the Dog Track parking lot that we run in is VERY close to a residential area, we will be strictly enforcing our sound limit. Don't kid yourself. If you think your car is loud, it probably is!

We're still doing the Buddy System for less experienced competitors at Classic events. We will allow less experienced autocrossers, even first-timers, if they have a qualified FAST regular sponsor them. As the experienced buddy, you can only sponsor ONE driver, and you are responsible for them throughout the day. You will be paired with them in the same run group (they don't have to drive your car, but they can) so that you can ride with them and they can ride with you. And you may be paired with them on a work assignment. We have no formal novice training at a Classic event, so the responsibility falls to you to do a good course walk with them and show them the ropes. We hope people will continue to have fun with that!

Registration is open until July 10. Do it to it!

Oh, and guests aren't required to register just to watch. In fact, younger folks can come watch, as long as they stay OUTSIDE the perimeter of the event. To get into the "hot area" of the event guests and drivers must meet the same requirements that they do at Brooksville. Over 16, fully licenensed driver, and a parent present if they are under 18.

DRIVERS must pre-register. And Guests that want to be included in the FAST Lunch need to pre-register.

kingalex88 · Postby **kingalex88** » Sun Jul 02, 2017 9:58 am

I participated in my first event a couple days ago and it was one of the most fun things I have ever done. I want to try and go to the next classic event but I need a sponsor for it. If anyone going to that event feel like doing that, that would be awesome.
Thanks,
Alex

Postby **Loren** » Sun Jul 02, 2017 2:08 pm

I'll vouch for Alex. He's a quick learner, you'll have fun with him!

Carracer · Postby **Carracer** » Sun Jul 02, 2017 8:03 pm

kingalex88 wrote:I participated in my first event a couple days ago and it was one of the most fun things I have ever done. I want to try and go to the next classic event but I need a sponsor for it. If anyone going to that event feel like doing that, that would be awesome.
Thanks,
Alex

I'll sponsor you. You looked good on course.

Carracer · Postby **Carracer** » Mon Jul 03, 2017 11:08 am

So... Course map?

Postby **Loren** » Mon Jul 03, 2017 12:09 pm

Welllll, okay. Here's the map.

Hi-Res PDF Course Map

CaptainSquirts · Postby **CaptainSquirts** » Mon Jul 03, 2017 8:51 pm

Signed up. Haven't been to a classic in about a year. Finally get to run more than 4 runs, exciting.

ImpostorDan · Postby **ImpostorDan** » Tue Jul 04, 2017 12:48 pm

Looking forward to cording some tires...

BrilloHeadBen · Postby **BrilloHeadBen** » Thu Jul 06, 2017 7:21 pm

Its that time of the month again! No, not that time, Co-Drive time! Yep, the Festy is officially retired so I'm looking to bum another seat. I can offer instruction, money, both or neither.

dbeng · Postby **dbeng** » Thu Jul 06, 2017 9:34 pm

Looks like a good course, unfortunately I have to skip this one. I look forward to being back in action for the season finale.

Cool Rod · Postby **Cool Rod** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 1:51 pm

Are tacos on the menu again?

Postby **Loren** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 3:05 pm

Cool Rod wrote:Are tacos on the menu again?

Don't know yet. They were pretty tasty, though.

ImpostorDan · Postby **ImpostorDan** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 8:40 pm

Loren wrote:
Cool Rod wrote:Are tacos on the menu again?
Don't know yet. They were pretty tasty, though.

I missed FAST Taco Day? Or are we talking about Toyota's?

Wait... I just remembered... those are awesome.

Postby **Loren** » Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:46 am

Registration closes tonight, get on it!

Postby **Native** » Thu Jul 13, 2017 10:25 pm

My codriver had to cancel, so I'm carless.
Anyone interested in a codrive? I promise to not beat you too badly...

Postby **Loren** » Thu Jul 13, 2017 10:29 pm

I'm carless, too! Figured I'd work something out Saturday.

CaptainSquirts · Postby **CaptainSquirts** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 3:17 pm

How many runs do you usually get at the tampa greyhound location for classics?

Postby **Loren** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 3:24 pm

8-10 is typical. Sometimes more if you want them.

TravisUrie · Postby **TravisUrie** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 6:53 pm

Native wrote: Anyone interested in a codrive? I promise to not beat you too badly...

Steve, you took a few runs in my Camaro last time we were at the dog track, you are more than welcome to co-drive tomorrow if you want.

ImpostorDan · Postby **ImpostorDan** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 7:15 pm

I may have a few runs to give away... not sure how many licks it takes to get to the center of a nexen pop?!?

Ron - did you find your cords yet?