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If I could change 1 thing, it would be better communication. Both better instructions before-hand, and a better PA or radio system during, with more frequent announcements. I know the PA system is kind of out of the mod's control (other than the selection of the venue in the first place), but the PA system at Beech Bend was just horrible. If you weren't directly in front of one of the FEW speakers they had, good luck trying to hear anything. I mostly just sat in my car with the radio tuned to 87.9 the whole time trying to figure out what was going on. Also, the announcer(s) could have timed their announcements to not overlap with drag burnouts and cars leaving the line. I can't remember how many announcements I missed simply because they kept on talkin' right through the loud cars. I think a lot of peoples frustrations could have been solved with better communication. All-in-all, I had an awesome time! Much respect to all those involved in making this happen. I know the amount time you all invested is immense. Thank you for all you do!
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08-13-2015, 04:35 PM | #16 |
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The Saturday car show parking was chaotic. We just didn't anticipate so many cars. The main issues were people wanting to park with their friends even though they weren't participating in the show, cars not parking close together enough leaving a larger gap than needed, and people setting up those pop-up tents and chairs where we needed the space.
Then again, I don't know if anyone else drove around Saturday afternoon. I drove around getting a rough count. It was packed at the track. Even the grassy area was full most of the day. I counted about 550 cars just that afternoon. I think we just outgrew the track. I also think it was an issue of us not knowing the track very well. All we have is google map shots to work with planning so a lot of last minute changes were made with the set-up. Keep the suggestions coming guys we definitely need as much help as possible. |
08-13-2015, 04:38 PM | #17 |
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I know and you still beat me at the last second! Dang, LFX engines catches me everytime... Lmao
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Here is a driveby of the area. I just took this as I was leaving the drag area. This video is from the beginning of the drag lanes entrance all the way to the CamaroCross area. Edit, I gotchur back... SSE 4 2SS and I see Milk does as well..
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08-13-2015, 05:05 PM | #19 |
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08-13-2015, 07:35 PM | #20 |
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its difficult to have a car show in grassy areas . it just doesn't work well. especially if it's been raining like it had been. it would have been a mess. Freshly Cut Grass and show cars don't go to well togethor. Park Spectators in the grass instead.
You only need one lane for the cars returning to the track, that should be easy enough to handle. It could be the place is just too small for us when we all get togethor. There should be a point that you cannot get past unless you are a car showing in the show or a trailer pulling one, then get the trailer to the trailer lot quickly. If everyone wants more vendors then I think more pavement needs to be found if we do go back there. get the Vendors closer togethor is one solution. I really think it was organized VERY WELL you will always have trouble with people not following directions and parking wherever they dang well want. Thats why we have tow trucks,LOL. I have heard alot of complaints about people who got there late in the day and could not find a good spot in the car show area. I dont think that is an unusual problem at any car show. We are not inexperienced to these things, we all know what to do if you want to eliminate that problem Get there early ! I have been to shows where they say sorry, no more room plenty of times. I think we are all fortunate that they tried to accomodate us all and they in fact did. oh by the way, the Golf Cart rental idea was pretty sweet. We got one on Saturday after the prices dropped to a reasonable level. That's my 2 cents Zello channel for auto cross another for drag racing a third for car show participants would be good. I like that idea. Last edited by lawdog; 08-14-2015 at 02:44 AM. |
08-13-2015, 08:16 PM | #21 |
Would it be possible to have a walkie talkie channel for the event? Each venue could have their own channel. Drivers could bring their own walkie talkie and tune in to the venue they were driving in, or to the venue they wanted more information on. I think this would require a high maturity level since it could not be controlled who was on the channel. But something like this might help with all the confusion?
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08-13-2015, 08:30 PM | #22 |
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This was my first fest, as many have stated the communication was NULL, one would think theses issues would be resolved with this being the 6th event.
Charge more $$$ $20.00 for a 2 day event of this size is NOTHING. $75 Dollars for the 2 days would be enough to cover the cost of a few paid workers to direct and provide information, and help defer some of the cost to vendors.
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Nice, unfortunately I dont have software to do that.
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We used the Zello app while driving in and it was PERFECT. No walkies to run down on power. No extra walkie to carry around. Just a cell phone which everyone has anyway. LOVE IT. Great idea!!! We are going to try to work on that. I think timing with the LS event and another event going on that week had some play in it. Regardless, we want vendors because you guys want to spend money. We just want it to be worth it for both members AND vendors to come out. That's exactly what I told Cheryl Pilcher in Valdosta that Saturday night when she asked how we could make it better the following year. What did we do? Added a day. What did we do 5 Fests later? Added a 3rd day! Now you want 4?!? Ok! lol What the hell! Let's just make it the entire week! Quote:
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08-13-2015, 10:22 PM | #28 |
Let me first to day the I had a lot fun, it was my first Fest and don't regret the 12 hour trip plus unpaid time off from work to attend. I would do it again in a heartbeat.
Things that could be improvement in my opinion is communication, a lot o people didn't have a clue what was what, even at the Camaro5 tend the guy could not answer my question. Apparently the PA system the the NCM track and Beech Bend needs improvement, I could get no info by it unless I was right beside it. At NCM I miss the only dry run of the day because I was by the food stand and could not hear the announcement. And I am sure everyone if M6 Street tires missed that bracket beccause either it wasn't announced throughout the event or if it was people didn't hear. I only heard 1 call for it , after 4 pm, actually Brandon (Green Joker) heard it, because hes was by the staging lane, and come come over to tell me about it , and I was parked all by myself in the pit lane, by the Oracle tent, , and everyone was gone, it would be a fun class to run. Technology is your friend, a mass text program service, is cheap. Not only the organizers could send updates during the event, you could request information if need to. Say text Autocross to 8874, and bingo all info would come by text. One last thing and that's to the food vendors, again Technology is your friend, SquareUp and you can charge any credit card with a phone or tablet, I don't carry cash, I am guessing a lot people are the same way, I am sure they could make a lot more sales. Again I had a lot fun, and I thank all organizers for all the hard work. I am not trying to put down the the fest,far from it. Just a little suggestions that could be pick up to the next fest.
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