The fourth issue of 2009 is off to the printers. It's the first of the new larger issues, and there's a LOT of stuff in here. I can't list everything - I'd be here all day, but here's a taster.
Inside this issue:
2010 Trials The official schedule and website for the 2010 TRials in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Carb Balancing
Poolboy talks synchronization
The shape of things still around Bruce Miles interviews Sam Halkias - 2009 SCCA Runoffs winner in his TR6. Congratulations Sam.
Dallas to Tulsa - via Arkansas
Dave Northrup - roadtrip!
Your Attention Please - All our content is derived from members of 6-PACK. We rely on your generosity to share your experiences with other club members.
Also note that we've had a lot of members lapse this issue. If you didn't already, check your membership status (it's on the envelope) to see if you need to renew.
The price of membership has been increased by $5 to $30 annually for US residents, and $35 for the rest of the world.
It's never a popular choice to implement an increase - especially in the current economy - but there's no way to get around it.
The cost of producing and distributing the magazine has increased considerably since the last rate hike (more than ten years ago). The club has been losing money on this for a while now, and we need to maintain a sound financial footing if we are to remain viable.
When we put it to those members present at the TRials membership meeting, the vote was unanimous in favor of a rate increase. We've kept it to the minimum that will keep us solvent, and we believe that this, with some cost reduction measures will suffice for at least the next couple of years unless external factors mean that we have to revisit the issue.
We still feel that the cost is extremely competitive when compared to other car clubs, expecially given the benefits we offer, and we are all committed to maintaining or improving the club to the best of our ability.
Just wanted to put this up so that everyone has dates & location for TRials 2010.
2010 TRials will be held in Oxford, Ohio on September 9th thru 11th. Depart on the 12th. The hotel is just outside of Oxford home of Miami University.
The host hotel is Hueston Woods Resort & Conference Center (http://www.huestonwoodsresort.com/)
Room rates I believe are $109 each night. I'm sure you can spend more on a fancier room if you like.
I believe the schedule will be like this...
Thursday Arrive & Registration & Reunite.
Thursday Evening will be Texas Style BBQ followed by Bon-Fire at the pit.
Friday Drive the beautiful backroads toward Batesville and/or Historic Metamora.
This is a BIG TENTATIVE at this point. We've tentatively agreed to RENT THE NEWLY BUILT Bluegrass Motorsports Park for the day. ( http://www.drivebluegrass.com ) We'll be given the opportunity to drive the course at 3 different levels: As fast as you like, touring, and parade. This will be a separate charge from the TRials and there are a few restrictions depending upon which you select. We'll be posting more information as details become available.
After the visit to the Race track we'll have dinner on your own followed by Bon-Fire at the pit. We may be having some live entertainment in the hospitality suite...ask me how I know
Saturday rise and shine for the Car show on the beautiful grounds of the Resort just up the hill from the lake.
Saturday afternoon we'll be doing something silly I assure you...this has yet to be determined
Naturally, we'll wrap things up with the Awards Banquet Saturday evening
Sunday, say goodbyes & make ready for 2011!
