This Weekend

You will have two opportunities to put your car on-course.  Saturday will be a Test-n-Tune at the SUNY Binghamton lot “M.”  We will be on site about 08:00am.  Registration closes at 09:00.  We are planning on having 2 run groups with each group getting a 45 minute run session in the morning.  The afternoon times will depend on the number of cars and time of day.  We hope to get at least a 1hr run session in the pm.   

Timing will be running but not recorded so you will have to write down your time as displayed at the end of the run.  There will be a full course set-up for the day.  Although this is a test-n-tune, we will still need course workers when your group is not running. 

Cost:  Saturday -  SCCA members will be $15.00.  Non-SCCA members $25.00.
(For the non-SCCA members this will get you your weekend membership which will allow you to run Sunday at the SCCA member cost.)

Sunday will be normal prices of $25.00 and $40.00.  If you attended Saturday you will receive $5.00 off of Sunday’s entry. 

Total cost for the two days for a SCCA member:                15.00 + 20.00 total of $35.00
Total cost for the two days for a non SCCA member:       25.00 + 20.00 total of $45.00

As usual, Sunday registration closes at 09:00.  There will be a $5.00 late fee for entries after 09:00.  No entries accepted after 09:30.  I have heard from some of you about helping out with various positions.  If you have not replied but would like to learn and help out please come early and see Brian or I.   

If you have not pre-registered for this season and did not attend our first event, you can fill out this form  on-line to register for the season.  This will give us the information we need to put you in the system for the 2013 season. Please make sure you fill out the car class and number on the form.  If you don’t know your car class, you can look at the 2013 Stock Classifications here.  Once you have filled out this form on-line, you should receive a confirmation e-mail within 48 hours.  Please re-register if you don't receive a confirmation.  

If you register on-line or attended the first event, you can print our short registration form, fill it out and bring it with you.  If you would prefer not to enter your information on-line, you can print the long registration form, fill it out, and bring it with you.  This will save time at the registration tent and get us started a little faster.    

Darryl

Event ReCap

With the exception of a very annoying wind all day, Sunday was another great day at SUNY B.  39 drivers took time with Rob P.i taking FTD (and PAX) honors.  Rob’s STS Miata was a scant 7/10’s of a second over the ASP Subaru of Evan.  Another 2/100’s back was Richard in his SSM Vette.  Always makes for an exciting and successful event when the track design keeps everyone close. 
 There were 8 or 9 first timers in attendance.  To you, we thank you for coming out and hope to see you again.  There were several father/son battles as well as two husband/wife challenges taking place.  We won’t mention how this father did against his son. 
 Our next event is June 8th and 9th at SUNY B.  We will have a 3-4 hour test and tune session on Saturday the 8th.  The tentative plan is to have 2 run groups and let each group run for 45 minutes to an hour.  We will wait to see how many show up to determine run group and the practice times.  We plan on being on site at 08:00am and leaving by 1pm.  Cost is yet to be determined, but our goal is to cover our cost.  Sunday the 09th will be our next points event. 
 For Sunday, we NEED help from our members.  I would like to assign the following positions to members.  You will need to be on-site by 08:00 to help.  We are looking for:

Tech inspection chief (to organize and keep tech moving)            __________________________
Timing Assistant (to help set up, use and take down timing)         __________________________
Course set-up (and maybe design help, possibly Saturday night) __________________________

 Lastly;  This Friday (May 31st) the CSRA Sprint Cars will be at Penn Can Speedway in Susquehanna PA.  I’m planning on going and invite anyone wishing to see a sprint car show to join me.  If we have enough people we will even call it an official SNYR event.  I plan on leaving the Binghamton area around 6:30pm.  It is a great show so if you’re curious I’d love to have you join me.  I can take up to 6 in my truck.  Let me know ASAP at Lindsaydj@earthlink.net     
Thanks Darryl

First event this Sunday!

Get Ready!  It's almost time for Sunday and our first event of the year.  We will be at SUNY Binghamton lot "M".  Registration opens at 08:00 and closes at 09:00.  Late registration will be charged an extra $5.00 fee.  As long as you're on-site and headed toward registration by 09.00, you're OK.  Hopefully all will go smoothly and we will be sending the first car off shortly after 10:00.  If you're new, please take a minute to look at any of the many on-line guides for solo first timers.  We have some info on our site, or you can check the SCCA.org site.  Make yourself familiar with the car classes and rules.  It's much easier at registration if you know (or have an idea) of your class.

Speaking of registration.  At the request of some of you we will only be publishing the first name and last initial when posting results. We cannot, however, falsify any of our paperwork with assumed names or car makes.  This will be kept within our files and not shared with others. See the previous post (below) for pre-registration information.

Minor Waivers.    I mention this as some of you bring your children. All persons (under 18 years of age) must have one parent sign a minor release form before being allowed on site in the “pit” area.  Minors who wish to ride must be at least 12 years of age and have a minor release form signed by BOTH parents prior to riding unless parental or legal restraints release one parent from responsibility.   If your minor is going to be competing, or attending regularly, a season long waiver may be completed and signed by both parents.  All waivers must be completed and signed in the presence of a region board member.  We cannot deviate from the rules as they are posted in the 2012 SCCA SOLO rules.  If you have questions please contact either Brian or myself.

Always dress for the weather,  you will be outside all day.

MATTHEWS IMPORT CENTER.  Matthews will be on-site with a couple of cars to look at .  One of them (unless one of you buys it before Sunday) will be a 2013 Mazda MX-5 Club edition.  Check this out as this is the last year for the current generation MX-5 and the Club edition is a special feature.  Who knows what else they will bring so  make sure you stop and say hi.  Matthews has been a great supporter of our region so let's let them know we appreciate all they do. 

We'll be looking for help that morning so if you're available just let us know and we will find something for you to do.

Thank You and see you all on Sunday.

Pre-register now!

Once again this year we are trying to streamline our registration process.   Please remember that we start with a new membership file every year, so everyone must register, either on-line or at an event. You can fill out this form  on-line to register for the season.  This will give us the information we need to put you in the system for the 2013 season.  You can do this even if you aren't able to come to the event on the 26th, but plan to attend other events this year.  Please make sure you fill out the car class and number on the form.  If you don’t know your car class, you can look at the 2013 Stock Classifications here.  Once you have filled out this form on-line, you should receive a confirmation e-mail within 48 hours.  Please re-register if you don't receive a confirmation.  If you register on-line, you can print our short registration form, fill it out and bring it with you to register for the event.  If you would prefer not to enter your information on-line, you can print the long registration form, fill it out, and bring it with you.  This will save time at the registration tent and get us started a little faster.  

Thanks!

Get Ready!

Hi;
May 26 is quickly approaching and that is the date of our first event.  We will be at SUNY Binghamton lot "M."  I will be putting out more information soon.  As we prepare I would ask that you take a minute and check out the SCCA site as there are several changes and proposed changes in the works.  Here is a link to the FAST TRACK publication.  Check out this and the past two months "SOLO" links for updates.   http://www.scca.com/about/?cid=44415     

More to come soon.

Watch here for the latest.
Darryl

Bruce Robinson Obituary

Greetings.  A long time member of SNYR passed away this week.  Many of our older members may have known Bruce so I wanted to get this out.
Thank You

April 16, 2013
Bruce E. Robinson
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The Daily Star- ONEONTA, NY

Bruce E. Robinson

MARYLAND, NY — Bruce E. Robinson of Maryland died last Friday, April 12, 2013, at the age of 67, following several years of illness.

Born in Cooperstown to Torrey and Leonore Robinson, Bruce graduated from Cooperstown High School in 1963. He was an accomplished wrestler and runner and went on to study and wrestle at Delhi Ag & Tech, and Rochester Institute of Technology. He worked as a mechanical engineer at General Electric in Schenectady for 12 years. His solution to a challenge on the Alaskan pipeline north of the Arctic Circle was recognized by G. E. with the Power Systems Sector Engineering Award.

After leaving G.E., he moved to Schroon Lake, where he owned and operated Maypine Marina with his wife, Leah (Smith) until 2005. He was a very active member of the small community, accepting responsibilities in the local school board and volunteer fire department, among others. Living in the Adirondacks allowed him to spend a great deal of time hunting, skiing and hiking outdoors, which he loved tremendously.

Bruce will be remembered for his passion for bringing people together and making them laugh. He took tireless enjoyment in challenging himself and others with intellectual puzzles and sharing his love of music (particularly the harmonica). Motorized vehicles of all shapes and sizes fascinated him. He was well-known for his meticulous planning before initiating any of his numerous construction projects.

Bruce was predeceased by his brother, George. He is survived by his partner, Dottie Wehnau; his brother, John; and children, Becca and Nate (married to Linda Andersson) from his marriage with Leah; and his grandson, Kevin.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 18, 2013, at the Schenevus United Methodist Church, preceded by a calling hour starting at 10 a.m. A reception will follow.

Those wishing to make a donation are asked to sponsor the Schenevus United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 176, Schenevus, or the Schenevus-Maryland Emergency Squad, 205 Valder Rd., Schenevus, NY 12155.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to www.hellerfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are with the Heller Funeral Home, 25 Arch St., Schenevus.

2013 Schedule

Hi and Happy Spring to everyone.  We hope you had a Happy Easter and are looking forward to the spring.  The contracts with SUNY are almost ready so I think we can safely say that the schedule is set.

May 26th at SUNY Binghamton will be our opener and Matthews Import Center will again be on hand with a display of cars.  Special Thanks to Matthews for their 3rd year of sponsoring our season.

June 09th  at SUNY Binghamton will be the Carquest Challenge with reps from Carquest on hand and maybe even a few give-a-way items.

July 20th we will be at Tompkins Cortland Community College.  (Note: that is a Saturday)

August 10/ 11th will be at SUNY for the Corvette Club, SCCA 2 day challenge.  Sponsors to be announced.

Sept 28th our final event at the “Shops at Ithaca” lot behind Target.

Other Solo events or Watkins Glen races may be added.  Look for an announcement re: Opening Day laps at the Glen.  There are also plans for club activities and discounts at the Glen for the 6hour Grand-Am race.  We are always looking for volunteers to be our event chair.  We’ll walk you through the process, so if you want to learn about an event please let me know.  Your help is very much appreciated.  More to come soon.
Darryl

Oakdale Mall Show

We're close to having our schedule set. I’ll have schedules at the mall to hand out. I’m also happy to announce that Matthews Import Center and Carquest are again helping us out this year. We hope to see you there.

Darryl

Oakdale Mall Show

Hi,
It’s getting close to racing season so let’s start it off at the Oakdale Mall in March.  March 1st, 2nd and 3rd  is the Southern Tier Speedworld show at the Mall.  We will again have a display set up for the weekend.  As always, we need your help to pull this off.  If you have a few hours you can spend manning our display it would be greatly appreciated.  You do not have to be an expert.  Just share your experience with those stopping by our booth.  If you're available any of those days please let me know the day and hours.  Did I mention we could really use your help?

A big Congratulations to our friends from the Southern Tier Corvette Club.  If you didn’t see Sundays Press and Sun Bulletin, The Southern Tier Corvette Club won the 2012 National Council of Corvette Clubs championship for the Northeast Region in autocross.  Richard Lapcevich was 1st, Ray Sawdy 2nd, Brian Secor 3rd, Bill Dearborn 4th and Pat Brennan 5th.  Kathy Lapcevich was 1st in the ladies division and Cheryl Sawdy 2nd.   This was the 5th year STCC has won the championship. 

Lastly, thank you to all who made it to our awards party.  We had a good time and look forward to seeing all of you in the spring.  We're still working on the schedule but hope to have something in place by the mall show. 

Darryl

RSVP!

Greetings.  It's almost time and we still have not heard from many of you.  Please join us at De Gennaro's in Endicott (300 Hill Ave Endicott) Saturday, February 2nd at 7:00pm.  RSVP to Brian or I and let us know you'll be there.  We have awards, the 2013 video and a lot of bench racing to do.  We'll also look ahead to 2013.  The menu is pizza, wings, salad and ziti.  Soda and coffee will be provided and a cash bar is available.   See you then!

The offer is still open for anyone that wants to join a few of us at my home in Owego to watch the Rolex 24hr race Saturday night (Jan. 26th).  Even if you're unable to join us, take a little time to check out the Rolex 24 from Daytona.  Saturday 3:00pm to Sunday 3:00pm is the time.  The Speed Channel will cover from 3:00pm to 11:00pm Saturday and again on Sunday from 09:00am to the finish.  If you can join us for an hour or two let me know.  Anytime Saturday evening, you just have to let me know.  lindsaydj@earthlink.net.  

Hope to talk to you all soon.

Darryl

End of Season Party!

Hi;
So the snow is here but we are ready to look back at last year and prepare for 2013.  The date is set for Saturday the 2nd of February at 7:00pm.  Location is DeGennaro's in Endicott.  DeGennaro's is located on the corner of Hill Ave and Jenkins St.  We will have the room to ourselves.  This year we will have more of a menu with rolls, salad, ziti, pizza and wings being the fare.  Soda and coffee included.  Cash Bar on-site.  We will recognize our class winners so come and have a good time.  We really need to get a head count so reply early to lindsaydj@earthlink.net or Brian at bballiet@stny.rr.com.  We'll have our awards and the 2013 video. 

Saturday January 26th is the 51st running of the Rolex 24 hr from Daytona.  This is a great event with several championship drivers and cars.  I will be watching and invite anyone to come over Saturday night.  I'm between Owego and Newark Valley.  If your interested in getting together let me know.  I won't give directions to my house unless you RSVP.  No surprises for my wife, I really need to know how many would like to get together.  You can reply to lindsaydj@earthlink.net.

Stay tuned for more information.

Seasons Greetings!

Seasons Greetings;
We at the SNYR region want to wish you and your families a safe and happy holiday season.  Our cars are in storage, but it's still a great time to renew your SCCA membership.  And don't forget to ask Santa for those new tires, struts, helemets and other goodies for the 2013 season. 

We will be announcing our party date soon so stay tuned.  Be safe and enjoy this time of the year with your family and friends.

Final Results

Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!    

Now onto the business…  Do to the busy holiday season schedules this time of year we will hold our awards party in January or early February.  Location is to be determined.  With that announcement we wanted to get out the final points standings.  To be considered for a championship you had to attend four of the 8 points races held.   Points were based on a maximum of 6 events with drops of your lowest scores above and beyond the 6.  As a tiebreaker we went with your score based on the total number of points you accumulated.  This is a way of rewarding the person that attended the most events. 

So, here are the class winners for 2012:

C Stock                 Brian Balliet
D Stock                 Darryl Lindsay
E Stock                  Vlad Vengrenyuk
F Stock                  Glenn Wanck
G Stock                 Eric Evans
H Stock                 Steve Eberhard
Asp                        Evan Tinder
Bsp                         Brian Secor                         *Tied With Jason Lane for the 6 event totals.  Brian won based on total points*
Csp                         Andrew Gleason
Gp                          Colin Raymond
Sts                          Robert Pingarelli
Stx                          Larry Leung
SM                         Douglas Binder
SSM                       Ray Sawdy
G Stock L              Lizz Lindsay and Holly Mayer  *Lizz and Holly tied for the 6 point totals as well as the 1st tiebreaker of points total so they are co-champions*
SSM L                    Kathy Lapcevich

Congratulations on a great season to all, whether you won a title or were one of our competitors, we appreciate your support.  Here’s to looking forward to 2013.  Keep a watch here and we’ll get any updates as we have them.

Darryl

Congratulations to Brad Brooks!

Watkins Glen - Southern New York Region member Bradford Brooks won the Spec Racer Ford Class at Glen Region's Last Chance Sprint Race on Saturday October 6. Brooks qualified 6th on a rain soaked long course in what he described as, "my first full wet laps on rain tires in a Spec Racer." The weather cleared up later in the morning and by the time SRF went on track for the afternoon race the track was fully dry but still cold with a 50-degree ambient temperature. Brooks climbed from 6th to 3rd in the first 4 laps, taking over the lead when the first place car of veteran Mark Fickenscher of Ohio spun off turn 1. After 2 laps under yellow, Brooks held the lead for the final 3 laps for his first victory after only 4 race weekends in his new-to-him car this year.
After the race Brooks commented, "I can't believe my fortunate win considering my car was ailing from a serious braking issue. There was a front brake pad worn to the steel that went undetected in this morning's rainy qualifying session, so every time I went hard on the brakes (this afternoon), the car got squirrely at all the worst times."
Brooks said he was trying to do every race available during the Glen Region weekend, having volunteered as an instructor Thursday and Friday for the Club Racing school, racing the Spec Racer Ford in the Saturday Sprint Race and co-driving an ITB class Volkswagen Golf on Sunday in the Last Chance Enduro with car owner Steve Steinbacher. Brooks started the ITB from last place in 45th without qualifying, and charged to 33rd in the first hour before turning the car over to Steinbacher at the first full-course yellow near the 1-Hour mark. Unfortunately, Steinbacher suffered an accident in the car just under the 2-hour mark, retiring from the Enduro.
Brooks later added, "I admit I'm a little disapointed that I wasn't able to pull together a co-drive in the (Glen Region's) Solo 2 race in the North Paddock that was also going on today. It would have been the ultimate weekend with all 4 races competed, but Sunday's Enduro proved hectic with car issues plaguing the ITB car in the morning. There's always next year!"
Brooks has also been an instructor for Southern New York Region Solo 2 events for the past few years after many years competing in Solo 2s all over the northeast.

Weekend Recap

Hi;
We made it through Sunday and the weather cooperated (mostly) with everyone getting at least 3 of their 8 runs in the dry.   Although it tried, the rains never really let loose.  Thirty Seven drivers took time and there were several great class battles.  I was able to take FTD with a 33.239, however, I did have the advantage of 3 dry runs with the FMod 440.  In the full fender category Colin Raymond bested everyone with a 35.252 in the 92 Miata.  He was followed by John Mayer in his EVO who ran a 35.419.  The top 5 for the day was rounded out with Brian Secor running a 35.588 in his BSP Vette and Rob Pingarelli in his Miata turning in a 35.634.
A couple of noteworthy class battles were hotly contested.  The 4 entrants in SM saw Colin beat his dad by 0.697 seconds.  Jose Martinez pulled out the win in his R-32 VW by 0.711 seconds over Larry’s Saab 9-2X in the STX class.  In SM, John Mayer in his Evo bested Kyle and his VW Corrado by .890.  Rob P picked up the PAX award.
A special Thank You to all of the Glen Region members who came out Sunday.  We really appreciate your support.  Although this was our last event for the year, there is still the chance for SNYR members to obtain points at our OOR event with the Glen Region on Sunday.  See their site at glen-scca.org for registration information and directions to registration.  Remember, this is inside the paddock area while the SCCA club racing event is going on.  You must register outside the track and cannot be late.  I will not be able to make it, but for those of you interested in going and caravanning up like we did last year you can e-mail me and I’ll try to get you each other’s information. 

Thanks for a great 2012 and watch here for updated information. 

Darryl

September 30th Event now official!

The lot is open and the insurance certificates are on file!  September 30th will be our last event of the year so don’t miss out.  We will be in the lot behind the Target at The Shops at Ithaca Mall.  Registration closes at 09:00 so don’t be late.  We can always use the help setting up and tech inspecting cars.  I hope to see you all there!

Darryl

September 2nd tentatively rescheduled for September 30

At this time, although not finalized, it looks like it's a go for Sunday the 30th in Ithaca.  I'm awaiting the insurance certificates but after that we should be set for the 30th as our last in region points event.  Watch your e-mail and the web for updates.  This will be our last "in region" event of the year.  There will be one more chance for points at the Glen Region's October event at the track.

September 2nd event postponed

All,

The Sept 2nd event at The Shops at Ithaca is officially postponed.  We are awaiting word as to when the lot will be clear.  We are hoping to re-schedule sometime in late September or early October.  We do have an OOR event with the Glen Region at the Watkins Glen track on October 7th.  Watch your E-mail and the Web site for more details.

Darryl

Event Recap and next event news

Greetings;

We made it through our two event weekend and here go the Thank You’s; 

• To the Corvette Club for your hard work and assistance
• To the wives and family members who helped out working through the weekend
• To Binghamton University for letting us in the lot for two straight days
• To Carquest for their support and the several items they brought to give away (congrats to Lizz, Rob, Pat and Andy on winning)
• Most of all Thank You to all of you for attending and making it a great weekend 

Over the 2 days 56 entrants took times.  It was a fast and exciting course both days.  The 66 Corvette of Pat Brennan took FTD Saturday but only by 0.545 over Leo in his 89 Lotus Super Seven.  Rob Pingerelli picked up another PAX 1st.  Sunday saw Jason Lane run clean and take FTD honors in his ’97 M3.  A close second was Rob Pingerelli in his ’90 Miata finishing a mere .827 behind Jason.  Once again Rob took PAX honors.  As for the 2 day totals, “D” Stock came down to the final run on Sunday.  After two days and 16 runs apiece, the fastest two day run totals were separated by a mere 0.142 seconds with Steve taking the win over myself.  Pat Brennan and Ray Sawdy had a close battle in SSM with Pat beating Ray after 2 days by 0.649 seconds.  It was a fun 2 days and we are already are looking forward to next year.

As of this writing it looks like we may have to postpone our Sept 2nd event at the Shops at Ithaca.  The lot will not be available and it does not look like we could safely hold the event anywhere else in their lot.  The good news is that the lot may be available a week or two after that.  Stay tuned and we’ll update next week. 

Darryl

Next Event

Our next event will be our 2 day event with the Southern Tier Corvette Club.  This will be Saturday and Sunday the 11th and 12th of August.  You do not need to run both days, but there will be awards for the best 2 day combined times.  We will be at our usual SUNY lot.  The cost will be $25.00 per day if you are a member of either the Corvette Club or the SCCA.  Non-members of either club will need to pay the $40.00 fee on Saturday and $25.00 for Sunday.  If you are a non-member and only attending Sunday the cost will be $40.00.  If you are planning on hauling a trailer, you may leave it there overnight.  Security is your responsibility, however, the campus does have a 24hr Law Enforcement division on patrol. 

See you at the races.
Darryl

News and Upcoming Event

Hi;
Just a quick update to let you know that the photos from the TC3 event are up at Flickr.com.  You can search the tag  SNYR SCCA and that should get you to our page which is SNYR_SCCA.  I only put up a few of each car but did have a few series of some cars going through the corner.  If you are interested in getting the original(s), let me know. 

PAX is up.  The PAX results for the first 3 events are up on our site.  Thanks to the Balliet family for working on that.

Some of us will be going to the Southern Tier Corvette Clubs event Sunday at the Cherry Valley Kart Track on Rt. 20 in Lafayette, NY.  Below is a link to the flyer and a link to the advanced registration page.  I am not yet sure how many are going, but if you’re interested and want to meet somewhere along 81 or leave from Owego, let me know.
Flier:
http://documents.clubexpress.com/documents.ashx?key=VUKrSabBQt3Mt0D4X28v84DKrzWfnspD%2fWhGn0wSFbr4FNQiXQGPpw%3d%3d

Or Try Here to Register in advance:
http://southerntiercorvetteclub.com/content.aspx?page_id=87&club_id=964253&item_id=232528

Darryl

Event Re-Cap

Hi;

Even with Mother Nature’s attempts to hold us up, we made it through and had a great day Saturday. Forty (40) cars took time at TC3 in Dryden. Once again, the smallest lot proved to be fun and fast. Even with an hour+ rain/lightening delay we still managed to get 7 (mostly) dry runs and were finished by 4:00. Although it would have been nice to get that 8th run, the rain at the end of the day during awards confirmed we made the right decision. The fact that we got it in and had a good time is attributed to all of you.

Now for the highlights: Pat B took the FTD by the smallest of margins, 0.091 sec, over Ray S. Brian S was right there with another great run and finished only 0.237 seconds back. Once again it was great to see everyone watching and cheering as Pat pulled it out on his last run, or so we though,t until Ray took his shot in the last run group of the day. He was close! That 0.091 could have been the difference by a half of a foot wider in a gate. Colin ran the (little) wheels off his Mini to take 4th fastest at 35.468 and Doug took 5th fastest with a 35.640. In the end it was a 66 Vette, an 85 Vette, a 90 Vette, a 76 Austin Mini and an 87 BMW that ruled the day. Brian did pick-up Pax.

Thanks to all of those who came in from other regions. Upcoming this weekend, Central NY region is holding an autocross enduro Sunday the 15th at Cherry Valley. The Glen Region is going to be at The Shops in Ithaca on Sunday. Check the region's respective websites for times and registration notes. July 22nd the Southern Tier Corvette Club will be holding an autocross event at Cherry Valley. More information to come. Thanks and Stay Safe.

Darryl

Saturday at TC3

Happy 4th!

It was a great weekend of racing at the Glen.  Several of you took advantage of the discounted cost.  It was nice to see our members camp or tag along with us on our daily drive up.  After a great weekend at the Glen, it’s time to get our event together.  We will be at the Tompkins Cortland Community College in Dryden on  SATURDAY the 7th.  This is an OOR event for the Glen Region.  Registration closes at 09:00am so don’t be late. As before, if you want to save time at registration, print and fill out the short form if you have already attended one of the SNYR events this season or have pre-registered on-line, or the long form if you haven't registered.

Darryl

6 hours at the Glen

Hi all;
The 6 hours at the Glen is rapidly approaching.  I have heard from some of you who are going up for the weekend.  The offer is still open for the $25.00 tickets for the SNYR.  Even if you are not an SCCA member, you're welcome to join us.  I will be driving up both Saturday and Sunday.  As usual, we’ll meet in Owego.  I would be more than happy to show you around if you’ve never been to the Glen.  The weekend schedule is posted at theglen.com. 

Currently Saturda's Continental 150 race for GS and ST class cars has 70 cars entered.  Here is a quick list of what is entered for Saturday.

Camaro - Mustang - Porsche 911 - Nissan 370z - Subie WRX – Audi S-4 – BMW M-3  - Aston Martin Vantage – Mazda Miata – Kia Forte Koup – Ford Focus – BMW 128 – Porsche Boxter – Mazda speed3 – Nissan Altima Coup – BMW 330 – RX-8 – Civic Si –Honda Accord – VW Jetta – VW GTI – Mini Cooper S and Porsche Cayman

Sunday the Rolex series cars (GT class and Daytona Prototypes) hit the track for their 6 hour endurance race.  I need to know by Wednesday at noon if you want to attend and need tickets.  I can order them, you can pay me and the tickets will be at the Will Call window.  OR-  if you can, call Rob Murphy at the Glen (607-535-2486 ext 264) and order directly through him via credit card.  Rob is often out in the field so leave him a message and he will get back with you.

Thanks and hope to see you at the Glen.
Darryl

Event wrap-up

Hi and Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there.

Last weekend saw 13 members attend our “Learn it Drive it” school on Saturday.    Former RE Nate Olsen showed up and dropped off a few of the early 70’s “Learn it Drive it “ dash plaques.  Hopefully we will continue the annual solo school next year.  We got to see everyone improve their skills as the day went on.  Special Thanks to Brad Brooks for organizing and running the school.  Thanks also to Brian Watson and Brian Balliet for their assistance as instructors.

Sunday saw 37 entrants take time on a hot and sunny day.  We persevered through a broken car and a blown radiator to get in 7 runs.  I want to thank all of you who helped clean up after both incidents, without your help we never would have been able to finish out the day.  It was an exciting one as Ray and Brian battled back and forth for FTD.  Brian finally pulled out FTD on one of his last runs by a 0.149 second margin.  What a great battle it was, and to see everyone cheering with each run really highlights what our events are all about.

Announcements:

• Don’t forget about our account and sponsorship at Car Quest of Vestal and Binghamton.  Make sure you visit them for all your auto parts needs and use the SCCA account to get your discount.
• It’s Zoome County month.  Drive a Mazda at Matthews Import on Vestal Road and be registered to win an I-Pad and receive a free Mazda Zoome County T-shirt.  Make sure you ask for Mike McNeal.
• Photos from the May 27 event are up at the SNYR SCCA Flickr site.  Also check out Nick Martin's photos from our event. These links can be found on our Gallery page.

Lastly – Mark your calendars now for June 29-July 1.  It’s the 6 hour Rolex Grand Am weekend at Watkins Glen.  More details as we get closer, but you can order your discounted tickets now (See Flyer) or order through me later.

Thanks again to everyone for a safe and fun weekend.
Darryl

Event this Sunday

Hi;
We are on for this Sunday, so here are a couple of quick reminders.  

-Registration closes at 09:00am.    As we are holding a school event in the same lot on Saturday, the set-up should be quicker.  We hope to start by 10:15 (or earlier).  So don’t be late.  Persons not on site by 09:00 and in line will be charged an extra $5.00 late fee. Remember if you want to save time at registration, you can print the registration form. Use the short form if you were at the first event or pre-registered before, or the long form if you haven't registered.

-Minors. All persons (under 18 years of age) must have one parent sign a minor release form before being allowed on site in the “pit” area.  Minors who wish to ride must be at least 12 years of age and have a minor release form signed by BOTH parents prior to riding unless parental or legal restraints release one parent from responsibility.   If your minor is going to be competing, or attending regularly, a season long waiver may be completed and signed by both parents.  All waivers must be completed and signed in the presence of a region board member.

We cannot deviate from the rules as they are posted in the 2012 SCCA SOLO rules.  If you have questions please contact either Brian or myself.

Footwear.  Competitors must have footwear that covers the entire foot.

Dress for the weather.   See you all Sunday.

Also, please note that the September event in Ithaca, previously listed as 09/09, is really 09/02 (Labor Day Weekend, as in previous years).
               
Darryl

Weekend Wrap-up

Greetings and Thank You to all involved with Sunday's event.  Thirty nine drivers took times on a very warm and sunny day.  I had the opportunity to talk to several of you and I think we had a good day all around.  Although some of us never quite got a hold of the course like we wanted to, there were a lot of close class races.  The course seemed to equalize the cars as FTD was a BSP Corvette, but the Miata contingent was right there within a second or two. 

“D” Stock was the closest race of the day with Steve beating me by a mere 0.012 seconds.  If only that last cone wasn’t in my way, I had him.  In “H” Stock Ken’s Focus beat out Steve’s Audi by 0.991 sec.  SSM was exciting with anyone of 5 drivers having a chance to take the class right up until their last run.  Pat B. took the class by a margin of 0.053 seconds over Mike R.  Interesting to see the ’66 Vette beat the ’06 Vette.  The top 5 in the SSM class were separated by 0.336 seconds. You can see the results by clicking on Season Stadings at left, then click on the event date.

Top honors to Brian and his FTD as well as Rob for his PAX win.  As always, a big Thank You to everyone for your assistance in allowing us get in 8 runs and be off-site at 5:00.  Also Thanks to Matthews Import Center for bringing a display car, the free car washes and their financial support of our region.  If you are in the market for a car make sure you stop by and see what they have.  Let them know you appreciate their support of our Region.

Don’t forget about our basic school being held Saturday the 9th of June.  For more information and registration check out our site.  Currently the school has only a few openings left so don’t wait.  Our next full event will be the next day June 10th also at SUNY B.

 Darryl

First Event this Sunday!

We're off!  Our first event of the season will be this Sunday (the 27th) at Binghamton University!  Registration will be from 8AM to 9AM, with the first car off at 10:30AM.   Please be aware that the access road to Lot M2 from West Drive will be closed for emergency repairs. Access to the parking lot will be noted with detour and direction signs.

This year we decided to try to streamline our registration process.   You can fill out this form  on-line to register for the season.  This will give us the information we need to put you in the system for the 2012 season.  You can do this even if you aren't able to come to the event this Sunday, but plan to attend other events this year.  Please make sure you fill out the car class and number on the form.  If you don’t know your car class, you can look at the 2012 Stock Classifications here.  Once you have filled out this form on-line, you should receive a confirmation e-mail within 48 hours.  Please re-register if you don't receive a confirmation.  If you register on-line, you can print our short registration form, fill it out and bring it with you to register for the event.  If you would prefer not to enter your information on-line, you can print the long registration form, fill it out, and bring it with you.  This will save time at the registration tent and get us started a little faster.  

There are still some spaces left for our Solo School on June 9th.  See below for the details.  If you registered for the school, you should have received a confirmation e-mail.  If you didn’t receive one, please re-register below.

Thanks!   See you Sunday!

Solo School on June 9th

Hi; It's that time, and we are ready to get going on our SOLO School registration. The school will be the 9th of June at the SUNY Binghamton lot M, Rain or Shine. Here is a brief run-down.

- Solo II / Autocross School for beginner and intermediate participants.

- School limited to 20 students only, done by PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY on a first come first served basis ,so get your registration in early. Deadline for registration is June 5th.

- Registration will be done on-line through our site [click here for registrastion form]. Payment is expected the day of the event. Cash or Check only, sorry no credit cards.

- Cost will be $50.00 with a $10.00 discount on your next SNYR Region SOLO event. This discount does not apply to any out of region event, SNYR events only. (All proceeds will go directly to our Region)

- Cancellation Policy: Cancel by e-mail to Darryl (lindsaydj@earthlink.net) or Brian (bballiet@stny.rr.com) no later than June 6th. Students cancelling after June 6th and NO SHOWS the day of the school will be responsible for paying the $50.00 class fee. Please don’t be a no show.

- SCHEDULE
Open 8 AM
Registration 8 AM to 9AM
Car Safety Inspections (instructed) 9:00 to 9:30
Class Instruction 9:30 to 10:30 We will have our tent, but dress for the weather.
Driving Exercises 10:30 to 12:30
Lunch Break - Pizza provided 12:30 to 1:00
Class Instruction 1:00 to 1:30
Course Walk Through 1:30 to 2:00
Instructor/Driver Runs 2:00 to 4:30
Class Debriefing 4:30 to 5:00

TERMS
Limited to 20 Students
NO CO-DRIVERS, each student must have their own vehicle, no exceptions
All SCCA Requirements in effect
All SNYR SCCA Equipment needed. We will have a limited number of loaner helmets available, but bring one if you have it.

Incentive for the Glen this weekend!

Hi all; We're still on for Saturday, Rain or Shine.  As the sports car racers always say..."real race cars race in the rain".   The Glen is throwing in a voucher for pace laps at a later time in the year.  Here is the message from the Glen.   See you Saturday, 09:45, Rt 96 and 38. 

Darryl

From: "Evranian, Michael"

Subject: if you come this weekend - get a free thunder road tour visit!

Greeting All

With the updated forecast for this weekend looking like a typical rain, er I mean race weekend of late, we wanted to reach out to those clubs that had planned on attending –

This weekend, proceeds are to support JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation ) in their search to end type 1 diabetes for children.  Last year, mother nature didn’t cooperate at JDRF’s expense –

We realize the less than favorable forecast may put many club owners on the fence about driving down for Opening Weekend – so we would like to sweeten your deal:

Any car club member that attends the weekend and pays for a lap around the track will receive a voucher for ONE free Thunder Road Tour ( 3 laps ) that can be redeemed anytime this year per our track schedule. I know many of you plan group visits to the track for this later in the year – for your support this weekend for a great cause, we would like to say thank you.

Come please help us support a great cause rain or shine! We look forward to seeing you this weekend

Mike Evranian
  Manager, Business Development
  2790 County Route 16 - Watkins Glen, NY 14891
  O: (607) 535-2486 x351 / F: (607) 535-8918
  Email  /  Web  /  Facebook /  Twitter       

The Woolstons and The Glen

Hi;

First, the bad news.  Jim Woolston who ran with us in an ESP 2009 Blue Mustang was the victim of this morning’s fire in Chenango Bridge.  Jim, his wife and two sons lost everything.  They are safe but the house is gone.  At this point it is too early to know if and how we can help.  I will pass on any information as I get it.  Thoughts and Prayers to Jim and his family. 

For those going to the Glen on opening day, Saturday the 21st, please let me know.  We will be meeting at the corner of Rt’s 96 and 38 just outside of Owego.  Our lap times are between 11 and 11:15.  I want to leave Owego at 10:00am. I need to know if you are going and if you will be driving up with us or on your own. 

Thank You
Darryl

The Season's Schedule

Greetings and Welcome to Spring
I’ve heard from several of you over the past week and like you I am anxious to get the season going.  The paperwork is being submitted to the SCCA and hopefully everything will be “official” soon.  I have an event chair for the August SUNY B event, but I’m looking for more, specifically TCCC in July or The Shops in September.  If you are interested in learning more about an event and being the chairperson, let me know.  Were always open to help with course design if you’re interested.

From the board meeting: 

• We set our schedule and discussed a few other events. 
• NO RISE IN COST!  Because of your support we feel that we can keep prices where they have been for the last 4 years.  25.00 will be the cost for SCCA members and 40.00 for non-members.    
• We will be participating in the Glen opening day tour as a club
• Solo school will be held June 9th and an event on the 10th
• Two day event with the Corvette Club will be Aug 11-12
• Several volunteered to help with the events, course design and tech inspections.
• As a region we will probably receive discount tickets to the Rolex Grand-Am race at Watkins Glen in June. 

First up April 21st is the opening day at Watkins Glen International.  Our region has track time at 11:00am.  The first 3 lap segment will be run with all of us on track as a group.  If you have other laps after that you will be put into whatever line is available.  The cost is $25.00 for three laps.  If you pay 50.00 for 6 you will receive an additional 3 for free.    If you would like to travel up as a group we can meet in Owego at 9:45 to leave for the Glen.  If you are definitely going please let me know by sending me an e-mail at   Lindsaydj@earthlink.net   

Schedule:
April 21                 Opening Day at the Glen
May 27                 SOLO @ SUNY B  (Matthews Import Center will be there with a display car)
June  9                  SOLO School (At SUNY B.  Entry forms will be out later)
June 10                 SOLO @ SUNY B
June 29–July 1   6hr Rolex series race at the Glen               
July 7 (Sat)          SOLO @Tompkins Cortland Community College
August 11            Southern Tier Corvette Club SOLO at SUNY B
August 12            SOLO @SUNY B (2 day event)
Sept  9                   SOLO @The Shops in Ithaca

We will add a few Glen Region events as Out of Region Events

Keep it tuned here for more.
Darryl

CNY events

Hi all;
Just putting this out for anyone interested.  The Central NY Ice Racing association is holding an event at a large go-kart track.  There will be 5 or so cars on the track at a time.  Attached is a link for a you tube video of the track and information.  The contact information is there so call them with any questions. The class race should be $50 and membership should be $30 for a day of paved racing.  This will be the most seat time per dollar you will ever get (2 hours about).

Also please add that Sunday, the 25th is the Central NY Region Rally Cross is being held in Weedsport  Check cny-scca.com or cny rallycross on Facebook.

You tube link 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4pO9uv21DM&feature=youtu.be

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Due to lack of ice this year, CNYIRA is looking at putting on a land based event on the asphalt road course at St. Lawrence Motorsports Park.

SLMP

If CNYIRA decides to go ahead with the project, it would be wheel to wheel racing on a pavement road course, and because of the size of the track it would be some sort of bracket event with 5 or 6 cars on the track at a time.

This event will be limited to the first 50 drivers. Any card carrying member of AMEC or F L I R will be welcome without having to pay for a CNYIRA membership.

This would be a race for any car that meets the CNYIRA rules of size, weight, and engine limitation with the exception of the tire rules. For this event, of course there are no studs allowed. Otherwise you can use any DOT approved tire. No slicks allowed.
All cars must meet current CNYIRA rules such as no V8s allowed.

All cars must pass standard CNYIRA Tech inspection.

CNYIRA will only put on this event if it looks like there will be enough participation to cover the expenses involved.

Please let us know if this is something you are interested in or not.

The date is Saturday 3/24/12

We need to know:

Yes I will be driving in the Class category.

Yes I will be driving on the Open category.

Yes I will be driving in both Class and Open.

No I won't be driving, but I would be happy to show up to help run the event.

No I won't be there at all.

Please send your reply to:

casey@senecasaw.com

Deadline for reply is Tuesday 3/20 by noon.

To save time at registration please go to http://www.cnyira.com/cnyirajoin.html
where you be able to fill out and print the forms you will need.
That beats filling out forms in the cold.

If you need more info or have questions contact Casey at 607-546-5887 or casey@senecasaw.com.

Meeting Results

Hi all;

We had a productive meeting last week, so here are a few details.  We are still working on our schedule for 2012.  Awaiting approval on a few sites, so stay tuned for that.  Dates to save on your calendar are:

March 2-4.  Speedworld Mall Show  -  We will have our display and a car at the show again this year.  The show runs mall hours Friday, Saturday and Sunday.  Due to a few commitments, Brian and I need your help to cover the weekend.  If you can spend a little time at the display please let Brian or I know asap.  It can be busy at times so 2 people during peak mall hours are really needed.  

April 21-22  -  Glen Opening Weekend -   The Glen will again hold its opening weekend track laps for clubs.  If you want to drive your car around the Glen's 3.4 mile road course, here is your chance.  You'll be behind a pace car, but, still have the chance to feel the corners and long straights.  Like last year, I need a count so I can reserve a time block for the club.  We will meet in Owego and caravan up to the Glen.  The cost is 25.00 for 3 laps.  Buy 6 for 50 and they will give you an extra 3 laps.  All money collected is donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.   Let us know soon.

June - Solo School  - We are looking at the possibility of putting on a Solo School.  We would like to do this on June 9th and hold our solo event the next day, all at SUNY B.  Brad Brooks is a long time member, racer and instructor with our region and has offered to run this with all proceeds going to the region.  Here is what the day may look like (remember, this is still in the planning stages):

This school is limited to 20 students only.
Pre-registration preferred.
First come, first reserved registration, no exceptions.

SCHEDULE
Open 8 AM  Registration 8 AM to 9AM
Car Safety Inspections (instructed) 9:00 to 9:30
Class Instruction 9:30 to 10:30
Driving Exersizes 10:30 to 12:30
Lunch Break - Pizza provided 12:30 to 1:00
Class Instruction 1:00 to 1:30
Course Walk 1:30 to 2:00
Instructor/Driver Runs 2:00 to 4:30
Class Debriefing 4:30 to 5:00

We need to know if this something you want.  Cost is TBD, but probably in the 40-50 dollars / person range and may come with a discount for Sunday's Solo event.  Reply to Brian or I if you would like to take advantage of this opportunity.

Whew, that is a lot of info.  Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.  
Darryl

Meeting this Thursday

Hi all;  Just a quick reminder. We will be holding a general membership meeting Thursday night the 16th at 7:00pm at Jonathon’s, 534 Hooper Road Endwell.  Even if you’re not an SCCA member, you’re welcome to attend.  We will be discussing the upcoming season so bring your ideas.  See you then.

Darryl

Meeting Feb. 16th

Hi all;
We will meet at Jonathon's in Endwell on Feb 16th at 7:00 pm.  I've heard from several of you who are interested in helping this year.  Thank you for your support.  If you cannot make the 16th, that's ok.
On the 16th we'll discuss our schedule, locations, our account balance and the cost for the events.  
Darryl 

Meeting for Next Year

Greetings;
It's that time again and we need to start organizing the 2012 season.  I would like to hold a general meeting (probably at Jonathon's in Endwell) on the 16th of Feb.  As I mentioned at the year end party, we need you to get involved.  This would be a great time to get started at organizing next year.  We're looking for event organizers, timing help, tech inspectors and any other help you can give.  Please let Brian (bballiet@stny.rr.com)  or me (lindsaydj@earthlink.net) know if you can attend.

ROLEX 24 THIS WEEKEND! Speed Channel and Speed.com are going to cover all 24hrs of the race live from Daytona this weekend. Coverage begins on speed at 2:30pm Saturday.  It's the 24hr 50th anniversary.  If you have a moment check it out.  You'll see some of the best endurance racing there is.  This year the GT class has Camaro's, Mustangs, RX-8's Ferrari 458's, Corvettes, Audi R-8's,a Viper and of course the Porsche GT-3's.  The new Daytona Prototypes are debuting.  The new corvette prototype is a beautiful car. 

Let us know if you can make the meeting.  Enjoy!
Darryl