Georgia Autocross

[Bill Howell]

I know this isn't the correct forum and I will move it in a couple days. Geoff Potter is putting an autocross together in Wrens,Ga on Dec.6. It will be at the local airport there. He needs some commitment from those close that want to come out and play. Cost will be minimal and cheaper the more that commit. Post here or on the facebook page.


https://www.facebook.com/events/293387547534912/

[GeoffP]

This is the location I'm looking at to do the event.

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Wrens+Memorial+Airport/@33.223505,-82.3849717,201m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m2!3m1!1s0x88f767e167c16cd3:0x447dd 4afe1057495

It'll be a low key event concentrating on FUN. I've already got some interest for local sponsorship so if everything comes together and we get enough interest, the cost will be very reasonable. More info to follow!

[JEFFTATE]

I'll be there.
Gotta try to get the embarassing dent out of the tail panel of the Camaro.

[xavier296]

Sorry to be a newbie, but do you need to be licensed by SCCA or another entity to participate?

[OG_Racing]

^nope just bring a helmet and the entry fee. if my schedule works out i'll be there. -Johnny c

[GeoffP]

No sir - just a helmet and a car that passes tech. No loose items in the car, battery bolted down, 3 point seat belts or at least lap belt, etc. Questions? Please ask! I have a meeting with the appropriate officials from the city administration on Friday to secure the location. Pray everything goes well!! We already have enough participant interest to make it happen so securing the facility is the final big hurdle. More info on Friday.

[1966longroof]

May the AX Gods be upon you......Best of luck!

[xavier296]

I should be in if they let me run the vert with no roll cage and a lap belt. Stock suspension and tires should make for a good starting point! Its very close to me.

[protouring70]

I hope I can make this Geoff.

[GeoffP]

Me too Brent!

[OG_Racing]

for any new guys that don't have one we rent helmets. 35 bucks we'll loan a Bell helmet out for a week.
1 800-934-9112

[GeoffP]

Update - I met with the Mayor and one of the city council members today and it went quite well. So well in fact that I am on the agenda for tomorrow night's city council meeting to present my proposal to the entire council. If all goes well we should have approval to move forward!

[GeoffP]

Update - The Council Meeting went very well and it resulted in a unanimous approval for the event. The last road block is FAA approval to use the airport...now to trudge through the bureaucracy. Anybody have any tips on dealing with the FAA???

[GeoffP]

Tomorrow is the big day. I will either find out that the FAA paperwork is just a formality and will proceed with starting registration or I'll be rescheduling the autocross for a day sometime in March/April that hopefully does not conflict with any other events. Hopefully GOOD news tomorrow!

[GeoffP]

Registration is OPEN:

Cost is $50 plus a $10 or greater value boxed new toy OR $60. Collected toys will be handed over to the North Jefferson County Georgia Ministerial Association to be distributed throughout Jefferson County.

So how do you register? Send your registration fee to my paypal address: [email protected]. Please send it as a regular "Send funds." Be sure to include your name, address, and the vehicle you are participating with in the memo box.

You are not registered until you have paid!

Sorry, NO refunds will be issued unless the FAA does not approve the event. We will run rain or shine. Run what you brung and come ready to have a great time!

[rayy]

Where did you go for course lay out help?

[GeoffP]

The master himself, Bill Howell. :)

[rayy]

I am in the works on trying to host one in my hometown. Already have the blessing from the airport. But might need some help on layout!!

[GeoffP]

Make sure you start the FAA paperwork ASAP even if you have the airport's blessing. PM me if you need more info.

[rayy]

Will do. I was told by the airport board that said that all they would have to do is to notify the FAA that it will be closed that day. The airport is owned by the county and is in a town of about 30k but close to larger towns. He told me I did not have to deal with the FAA. So maybe the board is taking care of that part. Planning on a real informal fun auto x. Am looking into insurance for the event but the city counsel who is fired up about having it said they would check to see if it fell under there policy like a community event . Thanks for the help and I will for sure be in touch.

[OG_Racing]

same day as NASA toy run. i'll try to come down on sunday

[woodside783]

Where in GA is this would like to attend?

[Bill Howell]

Wrens,Ga.

[JEFFTATE]

I'm all signed up !
Payed up !
and got a hotel reservation !
Now , I just gotta get my car ready

[GeoffP]

Og Racing - we won't be there on Sunday...it's a one day event.

[71duster]

I think I'm ready to go!

[GeoffP]

I KNOW I am... :)

[xavier296]

Paid up. Won't make it Friday, but will be there early Sat.

Also have two friends from the mustang club saying they are going to sign up.

[GeoffP]

They did (brothers I'm guessing?). Look forward to meeting you!

[xavier296]

Alright, got two more, one paid and one about to pay. Trying to get more from the road Angels pumpkin run to sign up. Hoping we can make this happen!

The two are father and son. They are excited!

[RS_Customs]

I'll be there, Should see my registration this week. Bill is being generous and allowing me to wheel the boat also!

Robert

[GeoffP]

Cool Robert - it'll be great to see you! I just had 3 more register today. We're slowly creeping up on 20 cars...can you say TONS of runs???

[GeoffP]

We ARE GOOOO!!!! I got confirmation today that I should have FAA approval on Monday. The insurance has been approved so I just need to get it paid. If you are coming to participate, please go ahead and get registered as soon as possible so I can get an accurate count.

We are going to get a LOT of runs so it will be a full day! Also, the weather forecast is looking good. Extended forecast is showing upper 60's low 70's, partly cloudy to cloudy so it should be a very pleasant and dry day. If you are planning to watch, I need to know. Space is going to be very limited. If you are not a participant, you need to bring a $10 or higher value toy for the toy drive to get in or I'm gonna send you to Fred's or Wal-mart to buy one. Remember this is to benefit the less fortunate kids of Jefferson County to be distributed by the North Jefferson Ministerial Association. The toy you buy could be the ONLY Christmas gift these kids get so don't be stingy!

Looking forward to a great event!

[protouring70]

Still kinda up in the air. The wife is wanting to go to pigeon forge. But if I can persuade her to go the next weekend I will be coming to help and be bringing a friend who is going to autocross.
fingers crossed!

[GeoffP]

The event was a resounding success! We had a great turnout - last count was 26 cars! Not bad for a first time event! We also raised over $700 for the local toy drive!!!

[rchaskin]

The event was a resounding success! We had a great turnout - last count was 26 cars! Not bad for a first time event! We also raised over $700 for the local toy drive!!!

Way to go Geoff!!

[Rod]

The event was a resounding success! We had a great turnout - last count was 26 cars! Not bad for a first time event! We also raised over $700 for the local toy drive!!!

awesome....great start to a (hopefully) annual event

[GeoffP]

Thank you guys - it was a lot of fun! So proud to be able to buy so many toys for the kids!!!

[Garymac69]

Geoff,
Our car club has been wanting to put on an autocross in the Charleston SC area and have considered airports. Could you please post the methods (and difficulties) to get it setup?