I would like to begin by thanking EPDC for organizing the Drift and AutoX portions of the event and Chris Nelson from ClubRedline.net for organizing the car show! I would also like to thank those that came out to participate and/or spectate. Even though attendance wasn't what we had hoped for it still sounds like BIR would be interested in hosting a 2010 MAP Proving Grounds event!
With that said both MAP and BIR would greatly appreciate your input in regards to how this event can be improved upon next year. We have already had some suggestions, which I have outlined below, but please feel free to add to this list!
- Change event to a two day event consisting of Saturday and Sunday.
- Improve signage designating vendor areas, campsites, car show, etc.
- Release event dates earlier to improve attendance
- Avoid scheduling conflicts (Hot Import Nights Chicago)
- Allow camping the day before the event
- Scheduling: Allow for participation in multiple events
- Move vendor area closer to campsites / spectator parking
- Competition Road Course Racing
- General Information Tent with Earplugs available
- General Information Flyer / Schedule / Map distributed at the gates
- Event organizer meeting / contact information sharing
- Driver's meeting explaining rules, schedule, etc.
Drag Racing
- Evaluate class structure, perhaps introduce tiered brackets so that more racers participate in eliminations?
- Eliminate All Motor class (zero participants in eliminations) unless demand increases next year
Drifting / AutoX
- Implement timing system for AutoX
- Take barriers into consideration in regards to AutoX course design.
- Specific tech for these events
- Announcer for these events
- Bleachers / Seating for spectators
- Marked staging / tech lanes
- First Aid Kit / Fire Extinguisher in the area
- SCCA / MAC Organization
Car Show
- Loud speaker announcement of winners
- Lunch break = Focal period
- Mobile Dynamometer
- Bikini Car Wash for Breast Cancer Charity
Also, if you did not attend the event please let us know why you chose not to attend and what, if anything, would make it worth your while to attend next year!
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