I.T. Festival approved by Cincinnati BoD

I understand that you never get a second chance at a first impression. That being said, I doubt a Huge trophy is going to be available this year. But its a sure bet the Mid-Ohio Podium will be! And the trophies we give out will be something you'll cherish.

Todd
 
I can't remember if we've talked about this yet or not - paddock parking.

One thing that works very nicely when going to the ARRC is having a "representative" for some of the groups of people wanting to attend the event. For example, several North East drivers make the trek down to the ARRC each year and have a reserved area for the group. It works great for everyone. The SCCA people running the paddock have several less cars to worry about finding spots for, and it is arranged before the event starts. For the group coming down, it guarantees that they'll be able to paddock together. IMO, this really makes the event more fun for various groups of people.

I'm not sure what the paddock space is like at MidO (if it will be tight with the possible number of entries coming). I do feel it is important to monitor how much space is taken up by everyone. It is quite common for one single Big Rig / RV to take up several spaces just for one of their cars. Not cool.
 
Dave-

As having been to Mid Ohio for the 04 & 05 Runoffs as well as a somewhat "big" regional, I don't think parking is an issue. I think that if each group wants a certain size area then the first arrival can mark of the spot... just my opinion. If/When parking becomes an issue, then look at it :)

Raymond
 
There are three paved paddock area at Mid-Ohio (two or maybe only one if the Mid-Ohio School is conducting classes). The lower paddock (near the garages) is where you paddocked, Ray. The middle paddock is usually available, but the upper padock is questionable. It has not been available at regionals for some time.

Grassy paddock space is almost unlimited.

I think it would be nice if groups that wanted to, could paddock together. Just general areas designated, no paddock gestapo!
 
I'll bring the paddock question up at the next Race Committee meeting Feb. 5th. Thanks for the suggestion and to RacerBill for volunteering to coordinate the effort.

Todd
 
The issue I have with using the "mark the spot" method is people often mark waaaay too much of a spot. This also takes away from some of the work people (SCCA volunteers) need to day on that day. Todd, Greg Amy can provide more information on how its done down at the ARRC. He collects a list of people in the group and based on that, we're alloted a certain amount of space in X area. It really works nicely for everyone involved.
 
It really isn't an issue at Mid Ohio unless you want to have paved paddock area. Like Bill said, there's two relatively small paved areas that will be available but they go real quick and you WILL piss someone off if you rope off a big chunk of it. The third paved area is 90% of the time set up for the Mid Ohio School and is never open for anything that isn't a pro event anymore. As for the nicely taken care of and "where I prefer to park at Mid Ohio anyways" grass paddock area, it's freaking huge. You would have no problem just taking a chunk of land by the first one of your clan to arrive. It's also closer to the main shower and bathroom facility.

Don't worry about taking up parking for the workers as they have their own entire area too.
 
Matt is correct, think well kept very BIG grassy paddock. I'll look for an up to date aerial view of the track.

Todd
 
[attachmentid=785]Let's see if I can do this right....

Nope, have to save picture as a file and then attach. Give me a minute.

Oh, well, a little small, but it gives you and idea. The small rectangle is the approximate size of the grassy paddock. If you look on the Mid-Ohio website, you will find a couple of good maps.
 
Indeed, there should not be a problem having enough space.

At Mud-Ohio, however, one does wish to look for good drainage...
 
South of the paved paddocks is all uphill, and the grassy areas are mostly above the access 'roads'. The highest part of the property (other than the Goodyear Tower) is right at the security gate. OK, the Keyhole viewing mound is higher, but you can't drive or paddock up there!

Just make sure you bring your waders and that will keep the rain away! Sacrifices to the weather gods and duck devils have been known to help as well.
 
Cool. Doesn't sound like paddock space will be an issue. Now what we need is some of that RA Jumbalaya (man did I just butcher that spelling!).
 
Now what we need is some of that RA Jumbalaya (man did I just butcher that spelling!).
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Haha - I was thinking the same thing! We might need to talk Chris into driving up from the Buyou with a couple of kettles full. :023:
 
Thanks for the pic Bill. ( Post 89) The three buildings that make a " U" on the right side of the square are tech/ Maintenance and Shower/ Bathrooms. Also don't forget for those who want a more solid structure the 28 garages along the pits will be available for rent over the weekend through Cincinnati Region.

Todd
 
Dave just know in advance, those garages have viewing areas for "spectators" and I will be able to see EVERYTHING you are doing right or wrong ;)

Raymond "had to" Blethen
 
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