Mineral Wells ProSolo - June 4-5, 2016

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04-27-2016, 08:44 AM
BMcCann

Mineral Wells ProSolo - June 4-5, 2016

Registration is open for the Mineral Wells ProSolo on June 4th-5th. Head over to http://www.scca.com/events/1981912-2...wells-prosolo/ to register!

For those of you who haven't done a ProSolo, don't let the "pro" scare you. You'll get 12 runs over two days (and maybe more if you make a challenge!) and the atmosphere is really fun. The SCCA Texas Region folks go the extra mile to make it an enjoyable experience with a great cookout on Friday night and a catered dinner on Saturday. And don't forget the copious amounts of liquid refreshments :D

Registration count is currently at 62. Last year there were just at or a little over 200 (I think). If you haven't done a national-style event, jump in! They are very fun!
04-27-2016, 09:10 AM
jrj512

In.
04-27-2016, 06:29 PM
mjclarke

I looked at the rules and didn't see where a novice couldn't enter so I did. If anyone knows that if that is not allowed please let me know.

Mike Clarke
04-27-2016, 07:37 PM
BMcCann

You can absolutely do it! I know a few people that had their first autocross at a pro or national tour. To be more comfy at the real deal, you should definitely try and make the next ER event at Mineral Wells in a few weeks.
04-28-2016, 06:25 AM
ken o

Who is designing the courses?
04-28-2016, 08:00 AM
jrj512

Quote:

Originally Posted by ken o

Who is designing the courses?

Vivek.
04-29-2016, 09:47 PM
865

I read the 2016 Pro Solo rules... Good lord! I've never seen so many ifs, ands, buts, exceptions, conditions, and ways to get disqualified. You'd have to be Spock to remember all that.

But anyway, it sounds like fun. Someone has to be last. Might as well be me, if I decide to enter.

Are those required program stickers easy to remove from your car? The Tire Rack upper windshield decal, the rectangular SCCA front decal, the two Tire Rack SCCA Pro Solo side decals, etc (any other required decals)? I guess you can buy them there?
04-30-2016, 06:58 AM
jrj512

Don't sweat the rules. It's an Autocross. Stickers are free and easy to remove. Stick them to your clothes, first, to get some lint on them and then to your car.
04-30-2016, 02:31 PM
BMcCann

Quote:

Originally Posted by jrj512

Don't sweat the rules. It's an Autocross. Stickers are free and easy to remove. Stick them to your clothes, first, to get some lint on them and then to your car.

I've never heard of that trick...good idea!!!
04-30-2016, 05:14 PM
cone-cerned

I've never had any more fun autocrossing than my DFL at my first Pro. Do it.

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04-30-2016, 09:23 PM
revs

Just the welcome party Friday night, Saturday night BBQ and hanging out is worth it. The MW Pro is the best event for me all year. I think I'm just gonna sleep in a tent and stink all weekend.
05-02-2016, 10:07 AM
865

Ok, I'm in. Signed up for the Evo Hole Shot class on Friday, too, so I'll at least know what I'm doing when I DFL. :D
05-02-2016, 10:56 AM
jrj512

Don't forget the Evo Hole Shot School.

http://www.evoschool.com/shop/index....t_detail&p=653
05-02-2016, 11:40 AM
865

Yes, I signed up for that on the Evo website. Low price, limited class size, and seems like it will be worthwhile for a ProSolo newb.
05-06-2016, 02:48 PM
altiain

I should be there, co-driving Rick Martinez's Z06 in A Street. It'll be my first autocross in over a year...

Hope to see some of my old North Texas peeps out there!
05-08-2016, 10:15 PM
865

According to the SCCA registration page for this event:

Quote:

All Events Must have 120 entrants 2 weeks prior to the event or it will be in jeopardy.

That is May 20th, 13 days from now. Current reg is 95. Need another 25 to not "be in jeopardy". Think we'll make it?

My SCCA region isn't showing up next to my name in the registration list. It's blank. Any idea how to fix that?
05-10-2016, 08:26 AM
autoxmax

Just a quick "heads-up"...

Hotels are almost ALL sold out for the weekend of TX ProSolo in Mineral Wells on June 3, 4, 5!! Hurry & make a reservation NOW if you plan on staying in Min Wells. Nearest next option is Weatherford.
05-16-2016, 06:59 AM
davidantx

Registrations are only at 116! Come on folks let's get signed up for this and show some strong Texas Support so we can keep these top tier events coming back to Texas!!!! It's 2 days of really fun autocross, parties, and just having a great time with your car

http://www.scca.com/events/1981912-2...-wells-prosolo
05-16-2016, 12:34 PM
Steve E

If you have not register what are your roadblocks?
05-16-2016, 01:01 PM
Vissi

Do you have to do all three days, or is Friday just optional stuff? I would like to go, but I don't want to have to take a day off.

I only live an hour away, I think I could pull it off without a hotel.
05-16-2016, 01:08 PM
OZMDD

Friday is optional, so long as you get tech'd and checked in first thing Saturday. They are not lenient about that.
05-16-2016, 01:40 PM
mec51

My Roadblock?...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve E

If you have not register what are your roadblocks?

Me needee some new shoes.... No more DZ II's.... No more BFG's.... I want the real deal, some RE -71R's in a 225/45/17 fitment and current ship date is 2 months from now!....:(
05-16-2016, 01:41 PM
davidantx

Friday is purely optional.
05-16-2016, 01:45 PM
OZMDD

Quote:

Originally Posted by mec51

Me needee some new shoes.... No more DZ II's.... No more BFG's.... I want the real deal, some RE -71R's in a 225/45/17 fitment and current ship date is 2 months from now!....:(

Try calling Baker at Tire Store Service Center in bedford.
05-16-2016, 02:04 PM
sammm

Quote:

Originally Posted by OZMDD

Try calling Baker at Tire Store Service Center in bedford.

Baker is in Cali for a few weeks...ask for his brother, Sammy.

PS
I think the RE71R's are on back-order...not sure if he has any stashed at his store.
05-23-2016, 02:20 PM
ratt_finkel

Looking for a co-drive for this event.
06-02-2016, 05:26 PM
865

I'm trying to decide when to arrive on Friday. I will for sure be there for the Evo Hole Shot class that starts at 01:30 PM, but the schedule shows site and course setup from 8 to 11 AM. Does that mean the course should be open for walking by 11?
06-02-2016, 06:08 PM
jrj512

No. Course will be open after practice starts are complete.
06-02-2016, 06:08 PM
BMcCann

No, I don't think they open for walking until after practice starts are done. It's definitely a good idea to get out there Friday to register and tech, though.
06-02-2016, 08:02 PM
865

Thanks. I'll just plan to be there in time for the Hole Shot class.
06-06-2016, 05:10 AM
BMcCann

Thanks to the Texas Region for doing an awesome job putting on the event! It was unfortunate that we had so many pavement issues but they were handled as best as they could be. Hopefully next year we don't get two weeks of rain before the event.
06-06-2016, 07:17 AM
865

How are the Index results calculated? How about the index fraction itself? It's not RTP. How is it derived?

http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files...pdf?1465155858

From Appendix A in the 2016 ProSolo rules:

Code:

2016 SCCA® ProSolo® National Rules – 1/12/2016 21 Appendix A – 2016 ProSolo ® Index: SS 0.815 SSP 0.871 AM 1.000 AS 0.813 ASP 0.868 BM 0.955 BS 0.807 BSP 0.858 CM 0.896 CS 0.792 CSP 0.861 DM 0.920 DS 0.788 DSP 0.848 EM 0.922 ES 0.782 ESP 0.845 FM 0.924 FS 0.790 FSP 0.818 FSAE 0.958 GS 0.779 HS 0.768 SSM 0.881 KM 0.934 SSR 0.855 SM 0.872 SMF 0.859 CAM-S 0.822 STU 0.823 CAM-C 0.816 STR 0.819 XP 0.904 CAM-T 0.805 STP 0.811 CP 0.856 STX 0.809 DP 0.870 JA 0.821 STS 0.799 EP 0.863 JB 0.781 STF 0.789 FP 0.873 JC 0.71
06-06-2016, 08:21 AM
ratt_finkel

Quote:

Originally Posted by 865

How are the Index results calculated? How about the index fraction itself? It's not RTP. How is it derived?

http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files...pdf?1465155858

From Appendix A in the 2016 ProSolo rules:

Code:

2016 SCCA® ProSolo® National Rules – 1/12/2016 21 Appendix A – 2016 ProSolo ® Index: SS 0.815 SSP 0.871 AM 1.000 AS 0.813 ASP 0.868 BM 0.955 BS 0.807 BSP 0.858 CM 0.896 CS 0.792 CSP 0.861 DM 0.920 DS 0.788 DSP 0.848 EM 0.922 ES 0.782 ESP 0.845 FM 0.924 FS 0.790 FSP 0.818 FSAE 0.958 GS 0.779 HS 0.768 SSM 0.881 KM 0.934 SSR 0.855 SM 0.872 SMF 0.859 CAM-S 0.822 STU 0.823 CAM-C 0.816 STR 0.819 XP 0.904 CAM-T 0.805 STP 0.811 CP 0.856 STX 0.809 DP 0.870 JA 0.821 STS 0.799 EP 0.863 JB 0.781 STF 0.789 FP 0.873 JC 0.71

Same concept as normal pax. Pro pax is different, taking into account the launching capabilities of the top cars in the class.
06-06-2016, 09:40 AM
865

Thanks. That makes sense. You're launching from a dead stop, unlike the running start you have with regular autocross.