Miata/MX-5 2009 National Convention

**Sharpie** · 05-28-2008, 01:30 PM

I think that would be a great option. Don't take the empty nester comment the wrong way. I know at 33 my parents couldn't afford $600+++ to play for a weekend, I can't either. A track only option would cool, but this event is also for hanging out and talking over dinner too. They'll get their #'s without making everyone happy although that's what they're trying to do.

I think they've done a good job.

**MadMerv** · 05-28-2008, 01:35 PM

Originally Posted by Titus

Huh... Here are some quotes from Bill on Miata.net:

Those quotes were from early on. Day #3 was nixed. Four courses assumes SCCA can come up with enough equipment and workers to handle two autocrosses, infield track, and oval. Now here's the deal, and I explained all of this to Bill: That weekend is always a NATIONAL race at TWS, meaning race workers will be there. So, SCCA is planning on paying autocrossers to work this event(YOU???????). I'm concerned that there won't be enough, and few are "Pro's" when it comes to the road course and oval flagging. Because of this, the oval and infield events will simply be 1-2 laps and you're done. If you want more, get back in line. Now, if there are 1000 entrants, or even 500, how long do you think you might have to wait?

That's it. I shouldn't even be telling ya'll this, but I'd hate for you to spend the money and be disappointed.

**Titus** · 05-28-2008, 01:47 PM

Originally Posted by MadMerv

Those quotes were from early on. Day #3 was nixed. Four courses assumes SCCA can come up with enough equipment and workers to handle two autocrosses, infield track, and oval. Now here's the deal, and I explained all of this to Bill: That weekend is always a NATIONAL race at TWS, meaning race workers will be there. So, SCCA is planning on paying autocrossers to work this event(YOU???????). I'm concerned that there won't be enough, and few are "Pro's" when it comes to the road course and oval flagging. Because of this, the oval and infield events will simply be 1-2 laps and you're done. If you want more, get back in line. Now, if there are 1000 entrants, or even 500, how long do you think you might have to wait?

That's it. I shouldn't even be telling ya'll this, but I'd hate for you to spend the money and be disappointed.

That blows, I'm out.

Ok... maybe I will still go. I am OK with the format, as I think that a large % of participants will not be in to the track stuff, as the event's target audience isn't as in to performance driving as those of us here. Some of them will go out and do a couple runs to see what it is all about and then head on to other events more their speed, and many won't drive anything beyond a lead and follow on the oval. You then spread the more hardcore people out over 3 or 4 courses over 2 days, and I would think we should be able to get a decent amount of track/autocross time. I am also excited about the Saturday night banquet. I have heard whispers of entertainment and possibly a celebrity guest speaker or 2, and I think that is worth a chunk of change to be apart of.

**MX-5EE** · 05-28-2008, 07:56 PM

Well, there is still some time to decide. I say wait and see.

**cArAzzIE** · 06-17-2008, 01:46 PM

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REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

**black roadster** · 06-17-2008, 08:24 PM

I think I am passing on this for several reasons.

1. The price. If I go, my wife goes and $600 not including other expenses is too much. It would easily be over $1200 with hotel (which again my wife would want) and I am local. The meals should have been optional except for the banquet and lower the cost. Also, a cheaper Associate entry which does not include all the track stuff for my wife would have been better.

2. I anticipate the track events will be lack luster when compared to proper track events at MSR or Hallett and for $600 I can get A LOT of track time.

3. We are planning a family trip later that summer so the money would be better spent there.

4. I tried to get involved and even signed up for committees to help out and no one from LSMC ever contacted me.

I wish LSMC luck but I think they only catered to their interests and demographics. The all inclusive plan was the wrong way to go in my opinion. The event will likely attract one of two types.

People who live and breathe all things "Miata" and empty-nesters with the funds to drop $2000+ on a cross-country trip.

They will attract few "young" enthusiasts or Miata owners who are not necessarily obsessed with the car.

**Titus** · 06-18-2008, 10:11 AM

The wife and I are registered and we have a room Fri, Sat, and Sun night. She didn't seem 100% sold that she wanted to attend, so if she decides at a later date that she doesn't want to go, I will offer her spot for sale.

**onething** · 06-18-2008, 11:19 AM

Originally Posted by Titus

The wife and I are registered and we have a room Fri, Sat, and Sun night. She didn't seem 100% sold that she wanted to attend, so if she decides at a later date that she doesn't want to go, I will offer her spot for sale.

You think someone will pay for the privilege of sharing a hotel room with you? My guess is you would have to hire them

**Titus** · 06-18-2008, 02:20 PM

Originally Posted by onething

You think someone will pay for the privilege of sharing a hotel room with you? My guess is you would have to hire them

Hell no... I would just be looking to recover the $300 event fee so I would have the cash to fill the other side of the bed.

**jrj512** · 06-18-2008, 02:40 PM

Originally Posted by Titus

Hell no... I would just be looking to recover the $300 event fee so I would have the cash to fill the other side of the bed.

**onething** · 06-19-2008, 05:19 AM

I am soooo sorry I went down this path. Please, let's go back to the original thread

**Ted the Red** · 07-24-2008, 09:20 PM

Anyone registered for this?

**jrj512** · 07-25-2008, 06:43 AM

Originally Posted by Ted the Red

Anyone registered for this?

Yes, I think Titus did reserve a hooker for the event.

**Ted the Red** · 07-25-2008, 07:08 AM

Maybe I should have said besides Titus!

**Titus** · 07-25-2008, 07:14 AM

Originally Posted by jrj512

Yes, I think Titus did reserve a hooker for the event.

**trickyrix** · 07-25-2008, 08:44 AM

For $300 I'll just get the hooker and a sack lunch, then go run hot laps in the office parking garage.

**jrj512** · 07-25-2008, 08:57 AM

Originally Posted by trickyrix

For $300 I'll just get the hooker and a sack lunch, then go run hot laps in the office parking garage.

Or just come out to this weekends S2000 AX. Bring the hooker and lunch with you.

**Titus** · 07-25-2008, 09:53 AM

Originally Posted by jrj512

Or just come out to this weekends S2000 AX. Bring the hooker and lunch with you.

You should hire $10 hookers to shag cones.

**trickyrix** · 07-29-2008, 02:14 PM

Originally Posted by Titus

You should hire $10 hookers to shag cones.

I hate to think what that smells like after a full day under the sun...

**jrj512** · 07-29-2008, 02:54 PM

Originally Posted by trickyrix

I hate to think what that smells like after a full day under the sun...

I think we hit a new low at the MME site.

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