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17 Sep 2012, 12:41 (Ref:3137211) | #1 | ||
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Rockingham Stages-Come on you race marshals
Hi Guys, I'm normally lurking around the Historic Racing threads but get involved in some rally organising when I get bored.
Thought I'd stick this thread up quite early, 8th & 9th December 2012, Rockingham Stages, funnily enough at Rockingham. Format will be to start at about midday sat & run to about 7-8pm then start again at 10am sunday till about 3pm. If you've not been there before, the sight up to 20 rally cars in the pitch black with full light pods blazing, running in all directions around the 'ring is quite a specticle. We don't seem to see many "race" marshals at this event so come along & give it a go, you certainly won't get bored. Unlike racing, you will be allowed to take your own car onto the circuit to park near your corner. Details still a bit sketchy at the moment, even the website has not been upadated from last year. But put it in your diaries & keep a look out for information about contacting the chief marshal. As soon as I get more info myself I'll put it up on this thread. Thanks in advance for you help. Paul Hopkinson |
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17 Sep 2012, 13:14 (Ref:3137228) | #2 | ||
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Tell you what, Elaine and I have done this event a few times - give it a try it's brilliant.
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17 Sep 2012, 13:56 (Ref:3137250) | #3 | ||
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I agree! Been doing this for the past 4 years and its great! Nice to end the year with something a little different to circuit racing. Me and dad will be there again this year... managed to get two other race marshals on side this year as well!
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17 Sep 2012, 14:15 (Ref:3137254) | #4 | ||
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I'll be there on a least one of the days, just need to consult the diary when I get home.
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17 Sep 2012, 15:39 (Ref:3137282) | #6 | ||
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Hope to be there again thus year, really enjoyed it last year.
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17 Sep 2012, 17:14 (Ref:3137340) | #7 | ||
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Thanks for all the positive responses folks, please can you pass this on to everyone else you know to ensure we have a good turn out.
I think you are correct about the Scout Hut but I just need to confirm first before saying too much. Regards Paul |
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19 Sep 2012, 17:50 (Ref:3138592) | #8 | ||
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two days of rockingham AND being able to drive on the track to get to post?? Where do i sign??!!!
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Worth thinking about, if The Fat Clerk recommends it must be good. Take it the stage is round the infield circuit.
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20 Sep 2012, 17:53 (Ref:3139210) | #10 | ||
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Off topic - Don't you just love the web! Posted about Rockingham stages, and immediately got this ad appear
" Regal Inn Welcome to the Regal Inn of Rockingham, North Carolina conveniently located at the intersection of 130 W. Broad Ave. and Junction 74-220. Our 2-story, exterior design Inn offers 36 nicely furnished Guest rooms and suites featuring cable TV with HBO, free local calls, Internet access, microwave, refrigerator and much more. We proudly extend to our guests complimentary continental breakfast, Truck Parking, Laundry Deposit, free parking and more. We are located in the heart of the beautiful city of Rockingham with fine shopping and dining just moments away. Close proximity to Race Track, Renkin museum and North Carolina Speed Way. Come relax and enjoy the Luxurious Stay at the Regal Inn of Rockingham... Luxurious Stay, Affordable Way. £31.48 Buy It Now" Grant, I know you need to pay for the forum somehow, really funny as I'm in Twin Cities at present LOL |
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30 Sep 2012, 17:10 (Ref:3144220) | #11 | ||
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Thanks Racegypsy,
The stage uses all the circuit including outside public parking area, banked circuit, infield, pit lane, paddock & all the tunnels under the grandstands. With cars leaving the start line at 30sec intervals & a 2 lap system there's never any lack of action. Have a look on Youtube their's lots of footage. Regards |
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30 Sep 2012, 19:34 (Ref:3144262) | #12 | ||
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spectating last year it seemed strange with cars going WD in the pit lane
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30 Sep 2012, 19:35 (Ref:3144263) | #13 | ||
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it was good watching from the hospitality suite drinking hot coffee as you were on the end of the pit wall
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2 Oct 2012, 17:46 (Ref:3145308) | #14 | ||
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Hi Folks, more info now ref marshaling details.
The free B&B is still a feature which makes things a bit more cost effective if you're travelling any distance. See below ref for the event website & marshals enrolment form. http://www.rockinghamstages.co.uk/do...rshal_info.pdf www.rockinghamstages.co.uk Don't be afraid, sign up now. Thanks again. Paul Hopkinson |
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16 Oct 2012, 18:59 (Ref:3153017) | #15 | ||
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That's it.. it's official. I'll be there.
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16 Oct 2012, 20:51 (Ref:3153064) | #16 | ||
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will try my best to be there
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17 Oct 2012, 16:19 (Ref:3153406) | #17 | ||
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Quite tempted to give this one ago - it'll be my first rally. Plus it will be something different to the norm.
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19 Oct 2012, 08:34 (Ref:3154232) | #18 | ||
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Can marshals family use the indoor suite in the grandstand for this like other Rockingham days?
The wife and 2 kids want to come but don't wanna freeze their butts off in December. |
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Thinking of doing this meeting i done it once before a few years ago. |
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Nina and I will be there
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Thanks for keeping this thread alive guys.
The hosptiality area is open to every one, Cat's people always put on a good spread inc breakfast, hot food from lunchtime onwards & hot drinks all through the day. Great to watch from the viewing platform or take a walk around the service area to see the action there. At last count we were up to 53 entries for the 2 day bash & 12 for the sunday only event. So if anyone else is thinking of coming out for a last final fling of the year click on http://www.rockinghamstages.co.uk/ & head to the marshaling page. Thanks all again Paul Hopkinson |
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6 Dec 2012, 10:27 (Ref:3175700) | #25 | ||
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Only a few days to go. Nice to see that Rockinghams very own Operations Manager, Cat Lund has been able to enter with Andy in their Mitsubishi Evo this year! We'll expect something promising from you then!
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