CVSCC event in Eau Claire: 10/8/06

[Rex Jr]

Just wondering who is planning to go. It's not a points event so I don't expect to see tons of people, but I'm just curious as to who's planning on attending. The site is a nice, clean square about 30% larger than Midway. Because of it's proximity to a residential neighborhood I'm not expecting that the city will ever allow this again, so bolt on that muffler and come and get some seat-time.

[Tyro]

I'll see you there; I'm looking forward to more seat time.

[111R]

Josh graciously offered me a co-drive so I will be there in a nice silver Integra.

[EWAustin]

Josh graciously offered me a co-drive so I will be there in a nice silver Integra.

What? No Elise?

[Rex Jr]

What? No Elise?

Yeah what gives? There's a guy in the CVSCC that has an Esprit V8 that might show up. I was kinda looking forward to seeing a battle of the Brits.

[111R]

What? No Elise?

I sold it. I liked Paul's Sprite so much that I got a MG Midget (similar car). It needs a little work though. Josh said I could use his Integra until the Midget is prepped.

[Tyro]

Ya right.

[EWAustin]

Yeah, I'm calling BS too...

[weidnerpaul]

I sold it. I liked Paul's Sprite so much that I got a MG Midget (similar car). It needs a little work though. Josh said I could use his Integra until the Midget is prepped.

Nope, No BS by Alan, he's decided to go the old/unreliable Brit car route.

However, I think it needs more than a little work...

Sorry Alan, too busy with mine to help you.

Paul

As for the event, I'm vacillating between this and spending the w/e in Winona with SCCLAC (Sat T&T, Sun AX).

[EWAustin]

But But But, the signature, and the avatar, and the hotness........



EDIT: Alan, I want a PIC of you and the Midget...

[weidnerpaul]

But But But, the signature, and the avatar, and the hotness........

What's your point? You haven't seen the new one so you don't know how hot it can be (better PTW than mine!!!).

[EWAustin]

I got nothing against spridgets (hell, I want one too), but they're no Elise.

[colonelcoitus]

I sold it. I liked Paul's Sprite so much that I got a MG Midget (similar car). It needs a little work though. Josh said I could use his Integra until the Midget is prepped.

I had to help him out in the intrem time of car prep. plus I am goning to make him listen to me "Rap" along with the radio all the way there!!! plus I get to ride in the sprite when it is done. Straight Gangsta

[914 Dave]

I'll be at the next chipp falls event as well, with... not a spriget, but a 914. Mine. It lives- Paul can testify to that after the volksport event. What a great day, sun, fun, and my 914 back on the track... ohhhhhh............ its good to be home again.

[porkbone]

there's no voting option for:

"maybe, depends on how much grief I get from my wife for going to Nationals all week, then doing MOWOG 7 the following Sunday"

[91TB78]

Dave,
It was good to see the 914 tearing up the Volksport event.

[SmokingTires]

I should be there.

[Galt]

Wow, no more Elise.

You didn't by chance happen to buy the 3 rotor sprite, did you?

[shane86]

i heard he acquired the best autocross weapon ever dreamt of...
a 1989 chevy beretta.

[SmokingTires]

Wow, no more Elise.

You didn't by chance happen to buy the 3 rotor sprite, did you?

It's a lie. Don't believe it. No one would give up an Elise for a Sprite.

[914 Dave]

For that 3 rotor sprite that was for sale- how long is a heartbeat? (sorry Alan). That beast is Pauls car on every illegal drug known to man, all at the same time.

[stoooo]

I sold it.
Noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo. :cry:

I'm glad I at least had the opportunity to ride along in it at the TnT. Thanks, Alan.

Stuart.

[914 Dave]

...and I think the Elise is here to stay, the way Alan loves that car. He'll own that as long as I own a 914, maybe longer. I think the Elise will be sold about the time I own a miata.

http://forum.mnautox.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4112

[weidnerpaul]

...and I think the Elise is here to stay, the way Alan loves that car. He'll own that as long as I own a 914, maybe longer. I think the Elise will be sold about the time I own a miata.

http://forum.mnautox.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4112

But it's not Lirpa Sloof!!!

You didn't hear his comments after his first run at DCTC, he was talking about putting the Elise on the Lotus board for sale then.

And Dave, be careful what you say about the Miatas/owning one, crow is so hard to eat --- there's more than one MAC member driving one now that said "NEVER!!!"

Paul

[EWAustin]

Put me on your list of people to watch then Paul.

I, Eric Austin, will NEVER own a Miata.

[914 Dave]

But it's not Lirpa Sloof!!!

You didn't hear his comments after his first run at DCTC, he was talking about putting the Elise on the Lotus board for sale then.

And Dave, be careful what you say about the Miatas/owning one, crow is so hard to eat --- there's more than one MAC member driving one now that said "NEVER!!!"

Paul


I agree that anything is possible- note that the 914 was back in action, who'da thunk that?!?!? And, I wasn't at DCTC for that event, but I thought I heard that Alan had a lap or 2 in your car, and laid down some smack-talking times in your little beastie, so I could see where he could be thinking of a change, but... in talking with him this year, as much as he has researched and drooled over owning a Elise, I find it hard to think after 1 season he'd move on, but, as I said, anything is possible. Except me owning a miata. I guess that would be ALMOST anything is possible.

[aansorge]

Put me on your list of people to watch then Paul.

I, Eric Austin, will NEVER own a Miata.

And you will continue to eat our dust, eat up tires, and frown while we pick up trophies, get gazillions of runs per set, and smile from ear to ear.

[weidnerpaul]

And you will continue to eat our dust, eat up tires, and frown while we pick up trophies, get gazillions of runs per set, and smile from ear to ear.

What are you talking about here Adam --- you only got 132 runs on that 710 before it corded!!!
:lol: :D
Nice trash talk but be easy on Erik, he might be my "wrench" helper with an ice racer...

[washburn]

The site is a nice, clean square about 30% larger than Midway. Because of it's proximity to a residential neighborhood I'm not expecting that the city will ever allow this again, so bolt on that muffler and come and get some seat-time.


Back on topic.

Rex, your asking who's going, and in the same breath your sounding all negative about ever going back there in the future. That's a personal opinion and an assumption, and I think there are better ways to attract people to your event. I think, and hope, you are wrong. :)

This could be a great deal folks. The lot is 705' x 515' with one light pole. I have a Nationals style course designed. It will be a fun event!! Entry cap is set kind of low in order to maintain a good presence with the site owner. The reason for this is to encourage them to allow the use of the site all summer next year. It's important that we make a good impression. Neighborhood noise issues are a seperate thing and will either happen or not. Given close proximity, I agree it would be wise to bring a quiet car. We need another site, and this looks like a pretty good one. I hope to see lot's of MAC support for our newest Met Council member club.

[rdub]

Pat
I'd like to attend,
are there more details on location,times, and signup
posted somewhere
Thanks Randy

[MNbiker]

.....The site is a nice, clean square about 30% larger than Midway......

Rex, you may want to re-check your math.

Midway Stadium
459' x 324' = 148,716 square feet

CVTC
705' x 515' = 363,075 square feet


My calculator indicates CVTC is 2.44 times the size of Midway. I'd call that "a bit" more than 30%. ;)

-Steve

[MNbiker]

Pat
I'd like to attend,
are there more details on location,times, and signup
posted somewhere
Thanks Randy
Details & online registration are available here:
http://www.myautoevents.com/pls/mae/frmEventDetail.Show?psevent_id=6017

[moe]

I think I will be heading down to Winona that weekend. Good excuse to go visit the parents.

[MiataAndy]

This definetly sounds like a fun event that i'll be more than willing to attend! I hope that nothing comes up between now an then that keeps me from attending. It has been a long summer full of things to do besides autocross, and it has left me wanting to hit as many events as possible from now until snow fall. Now if i can only justify to the fiance spending money on autocross when i still have thousands to pay for this wedding.

I'll give it my best shot and hope to see everyone there!

[Fella]

Now that the MSM is running right...I'll be there running SM2.

Which lot is it exactly? The freshly paved one on Clairmont?

[ecnate]

Now that the MSM is running right...I'll be there running SM2.

Which lot is it exactly? The freshly paved one on Clairmont?

Yes, it is the newly paved one on Clairemont. Steve Johnson worked out an agreement with CVTC to make this first event happen at this site. CVSCC will also start providing scholarships to CVTC students in addition to the negotiated usage rates. So, this could end up being a win for everybody involved, provided somebody does not ruin it for everybody.

As for more details, you can find all kinds of details including an aerial photo here:
http://www.cvscc.org/cvtc06.shtml

[EWAustin]

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That is all well and good, however, I haven't found car yet that feels as good as a BMW and has helmet room (The 951 was sweeeeeet, but no helmet room for us 6'4" norske folk)

And, yes, I know that Miatas have helmet room. But ask Mike about when I sat in his outside of Dave's house after the last CVSCC autocross. I just don't fit.

[phile]

And, yes, I know that Miatas have helmet room. But ask Mike about when I sat in his outside of Dave's house after the last CVSCC autocross. I just don't fit.
Oddly enough, the earlier cars are more forgiving of the larger folks than the later ones. If I would have known you were doing that, you could have tried mine.

[EWAustin]

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[phile]

Yes, it is the newly paved one on Clairemont. Steve Johnson worked out an agreement with CVTC to make this first event happen at this site. CVSCC will also start providing scholarships to CVTC students in addition to the negotiated usage rates. So, this could end up being a win for everybody involved, provided somebody does not ruin it for everybody.

As for more details, you can find all kinds of details including an aerial photo here:
http://www.cvscc.org/cvtc06.shtml
This is a Met-Council rules event, but contrary to what it says on the website, I don't think it is for points in the Met Council Autocross Series. I think Mowog 7 is the only event left for that.

[Rex Jr]

Back on topic.

Rex, your asking who's going, and in the same breath your sounding all negative about ever going back there in the future. That's a personal opinion and an assumption, and I think there are better ways to attract people to your event. I think, and hope, you are wrong. :)



I didn't mean for it to sound negative, I hope I'm wrong too. I only meant to convey a sense of urgency ("better come drive it while we can"). This lot is in a high-traffic area with an older, somewhat conservative residential neighborhood only 100 yards away. I really do hope I'm wrong but I wouldn't be surprised one bit if the noise complaints put the kybosh on this ever being used again. Personally I also feel that security could be an issue here. Menards and Mason Shoe are kkinda out in the sticks, CVTC is right in middle of a very busy part of town.

Steve, you're right about the size. I drive by 50 MPH every day but have never paced it out to make a proper comparison.

Carl, yes it's that nice, newly-paved lot right along Claremont by the footbridge. Call me.

ECNate, what's this business about scholarships? Is this going to be a part of the school's auto-shop program? Do you know if CVSCC has the assistance of the ECPD to make sure things go smoothly?

[91TB78]

Anyone know of a good hotel near the event in Eau Claire? My wife and I are going to an event in Winona on Sat and then will sleep over in Eau Claire for this event.

Thanks,
todd

[Teddy.B]

I think I will be heading down to Winona that weekend. Good excuse to go visit the parents.

+1, I'll be heading down to winona too. I'm guessing there will be a handful of mac members there.

[Fella]

Anyone know of a good hotel near the event in Eau Claire? My wife and I are going to an event in Winona on Sat and then will sleep over in Eau Claire for this event.

Thanks,
todd


This is only a block away plus it's a decent place, not some run down rat hole.

Quality Inn Conference Center (WI407)
809 W. Clairemont Ave. , Eau Claire, WI, US, 54701
Phone: (715) 834-6611 Fax: (715) 834-6611

[91TB78]

Thank you, I will give them a call.

On the chance that my wife won't accompany me, anyone want to share a room?

[the tick]

Thank you, I will give them a call.

On the chance that my wife won't accompany me, anyone want to share a room?

I'll throw in a deffinate maybe on that one. The (newly christened) wife won't be along, but I'm only going if thay OK the Fmod car first.......we'll have to see. I'll check back in later.

[91TB78]

Cool...let me know..

[phile]

I'll throw in a deffinate maybe on that one. The (newly christened) wife won't be along, but I'm only going if thay OK the Fmod car first.......we'll have to see. I'll check back in later.
Just get it quiet.

[SmokingTires]

John, Winona has noise limits because of the near by houses. If you can silence your exhaust some, there should be no problems with you bringing it.

I'm trying to make my move on that room as well, although I would have no problem with splitting it 3 ways and me talking a roll out.


I'm still not sure what car I will be in for the CVSCC event. Nothing secured yet...

-Mike

[porkbone]

OK I'm going.

[wannabfast]

are we meeting somewhere to drive out there? i dont feel comfortable driving in WI

[Rex Jr]

are we meeting somewhere to drive out there? i dont feel comfortable driving in WI

Both Ed Gien and Jeffrey Dahmer died, you no longer have anything to fear. ;)

Just stay on I94 until you get to the 2nd Eau Claire exit (Hwy 37). There's nothing to it.

[wannabfast]

Both Ed Gien and Jeffrey Dahmer died, you no longer have anything to fear. ;)

Just stay on I94 until you get to the 2nd Eau Claire exit (Hwy 37). There's nothing to it.

well still im gonna be drivin my fiat.. so it would be bad if it broke down somewhere down there without someone to give me a hand

[weidnerpaul]

well still im gonna be drivin my fiat.. so it would be bad if it broke down somewhere down there without someone to give me a hand

I know from experience that it's easy to push, but that was only for three blocks...


Let's talk at M7, if I go I can bring extra "stuff" for you in the truck if you want...

Paul

[wannabfast]

and what "stuff" would that be?

[phile]

and what "stuff" would that be?
Tools. Spare parts. Bailing wire.

EC is less than 100 miles, so AAA+ and a cell phone can take the worry out of being far.

[ecnate]

Just a few updates and replies to past comments...

This is a Met-Council rules event, but contrary to what it says on the website, I don't think it is for points in the Met Council Autocross Series. I think Mowog 7 is the only event left for that.
Yes, sorry about that. The webpage was used from the Mason event and I did not equate Met Council Series with points. This is NOT a points event and the website has been corrected.

ECNate, what's this business about scholarships? Is this going to be a part of the school's auto-shop program? Do you know if CVSCC has the assistance of the ECPD to make sure things go smoothly?
The auto program will be assisting with the event and as payment for the lot and help they will receive part of the proceeds (perhaps even more for this first event). In addition, CVSCC has been giving some thought for some time about providing scholarships regardless of this event, but this event provided us with the contacts and initiative.

As for police, they won't be helping with crowd control or anything, but have been notified as usual.

are we meeting somewhere to drive out there? i dont feel comfortable driving in WI

I realize you were more concerned about your car than directions, but it is super easy to find. Directions and maps here: http://www.cvscc.org/cvtc06.shtml

[SmokingTires]

Would anyone be up for bringing a set of tires out there for me? I will be riding in someone elses car for the ride out, so I won't have my own. The tires are being sold at the event, so they will not be along for the ride back.

Thanks!
-Mike

[phile]

It's past time to take down this poll!