Dorki takeover of pca Kart night

[Vicegrip]

Posted on Potomac P talk by Manny Alban.

Hi gang,
The Chesapeake Region is having a tour to Allsports. Once there, we're going to have a non-pca three hour kart fest. 90 minutes of sprint races and a then a 90 minute enduro of twelve teams, each team with five drivers. The date is Sunday, January 2nd. The track goes green at 2PM. Cost is $85/person and you must be 18 years old. Here's the link to the Chesapeake Region Webpage that has info on the tour as well as the non-pca kart event.

To even things up for the enduro,we plan on doing some weight/time penalities



Hmm. url the link did not come through. What do you think? Have some Dorki teams? $ 85 is cheap for the amount of driving.

[BillJ]

If i can drive on your team, I am in!!!!

[Jim Richards]

I'm in!

[Jazzbass]

Sounds like a lot of fun. I'm in. Let's hope the hangover factor is gone by then. :shock:. BTW, I've decided I want to be on Jim's team after seeing this:

27 24.16 JIM RICHARDS

This was on the list of top 50 lap times. You know what they say - "Those who can, do. Those who can't try to get on teams with those who can."

[BillJ]

where did you see that about Jim????

found it

http://allsportsgp.com/laptimes.htm

[Jim Richards]

???

My fastest times were in the mid-24's, but that same day the good drivers were in the 22's. BTW, my last outing was not inspiring. :roll:

I'm on the slow team. 8)

[jpnovak]

Wow, that sound slike a lot of fun and a lot of seat time.

Jim, Keep going, you will get faster. Besides, you are having fun right!

[Vicegrip]

Bill, count me in bud. I wonder if B.F.Murphy might find this fun. I'll stop by and see. I'll call Andy and Matt too. Call us the Tech Team.

\I will need some seat time.When is good for you?

[BillJ]

I just got some with a company outing (its fun spanking the hell out of your coworkers without trying all that hard), but I can always use some seat time. Name it and I am there. How about tonight? I am stopping by intersport right after work....

[jpnovak]

Beware guys, it sounds like Kurt is stacking the deck with team tech! :twisted:

[Eric S]

I'm in - I hope they bring lots of weights! Either that, or my team will get about an hour head start...

[Jazzbass]

BTW, Pari's on my team, too. Anything he drives instanty gains 10-20hp, and in these small karts, that's all the edge we'll need :twisted: .

[Trak Ratt]

BTW, Pari's on my team, too. Anything he drives instanty gains 10-20hp, and in these small karts, that's all the edge we'll need :twisted: .

You may not win the race but the smack down is a slam dunk :!: :lol:

[Jazzbass]

You may not win the race but the smack down is a slam dunk :!: :lol:
That's what I'm hoping for, really. I'd like to get Jim, Pari, Ted and myself on one team for this. Call ourselves Team Smackdown. We may not be the fastest, but you wouldn't know it by listening to us talk.

[Manny Alban]

Remember to send your checks in ASAP. This event sold out last year. Since it's not a PCA event, just a few of us crazies, we have to break even.

I'm going to get the Chesapeake Region webmaster to print a list of the people signed up. Delaware is sending two teams and Chesapeake already has four. We had a great time last year. It's a good exercise while we wait for the driving season to begin (which for me is Sebring in February).

[Mackpipes]

Chris, I'm in for Team Smackdown.
We need to look out for Kurt, He's used to driving toy cars on the track. :twisted:

[Jazzbass]

Chris, I'm in for Team Smackdown.
We need to look out for Kurt, He's used to driving toy cars on the track. :twisted:
I was worried about that. Those karts are 6-9hp. Do you think he can deal with the power increase? I'd hate to see him get hurt and all.

[Chronos]

Dayam this sounds like fun. Do any of us 996 guys have the skills to drive well enough to exploit that full 9hp??? :wink:

If I shave my arms and wear my workout gear I should be able to reduce my total coefficient of drag by at least 10%. Not a pretty picture, I know, but this is the level of my commitment to winning! :o

[Parenn911]

???

My fastest times were in the mid-24's, but that same day the good drivers were in the 22's. BTW, my last outing was not inspiring. :roll:

I'm on the slow team. 8)
Muhahaha, finally you admit defeat :D !!! I knew you would give in eventually, after all not too much testosterone is associated with purple :P .
See Jim, it wasn't that hard to admiit the truth that you get smoked by the brown SC's at the track all the time. :twisted:
Wow, you were able to even place 27th :shock: .


I'm in for some Karting, but Jim will have to show me how to drive such a low HP vehicle since he's used to driving it with Dino.. :twisted:

[Mackpipes]

I am now scared for life! I just imagined Chronos wearing spandex racing a go kart. :?

[Parenn911]

I am now scared for life! I just imagined Chronos wearing spandex racing a go kart. :?
:shock: :shock: :? :lol:

[Vicegrip]

Dam, Manny has been lurking and our plans are exposed!

It is not stacking the deck! It is a team truly composed of Tech team members. There just happen to be some very talented drivers on the Tech team.:twisted: I for one am not one of the above as all I have going for me is being used to driving low HP REAC.:roll:

Listen to these guys, Smackin' on a car they can't pass yet! :lol:

Don't worry you will be able to soon enough. :wink:

[BillJ]

How about a little wager for the winning team between team SpankTalk and Team Tech? I guarantee at least two full laps DOWN between the two....


Hows THAT for smack!

[Jim Richards]

How about a little wager for the winning team between team SpankTalk and Team Tech? I guarantee at least two full laps DOWN between the two....


Hows THAT for smack!
Hmmm, am I on Team Tech or SpankTalk. Probably the former...I never talk smack. :lol:

[ecohen]

I am in... I qualified for the superkarts Wednesday night... They are SO nice compared to the original karts...

Ed

[}{arlequin]

Count me in too. Where/whom do I send the $ to? :?:

[Eli]

I'm in! not sure what team... :roll:

Dave, here is the link http://www.pcachs.org/ check the January 2nd date.

[Jim Richards]

Remember to send your checks in ASAP. This event sold out last year. Since it's not a PCA event, just a few of us crazies, we have to break even.

I'm going to get the Chesapeake Region webmaster to print a list of the people signed up. Delaware is sending two teams and Chesapeake already has four. We had a great time last year. It's a good exercise while we wait for the driving season to begin (which for me is Sebring in February).
Check's in the mail!

Hmmm, I wonder if they have a purple cart equipped with MFI.

[BillJ]

I am sending mine today!!!

yep, its the slowest cart they have

[Jim Richards]

ROFLOL!!! Good, then I should still be able to lap Pari multiple times per heat, right?

[Chronos]

I'm going to check with my Director of Domestic Affairs. I'd love to ride along on this one!

[Robert in Potomac]

I am trying to put together a team, mostly from the PCA league. Anyone interested, let me know. Also, I would not worry about the fastest times posted, the track is nearly 2 seconds slower today. And, I doubt we will be driving the superkarts as I think there are only 5 of them available.

[Gunther]

I want to come and play to!!! Does anyone have space on a team? Please let me know.

Thanks,
Gunther

[Manny Alban]

Don't worry, we'll put you on a team. Lots of people are signing up solo.

[Gunther]

Thanks Manny!!! You will see my check in a few days.

[Jim Richards]

So...what about teams? I've sent my money to Manny but I haven't designated any specific team affiliation. Any suggestions how to field Dorki teams? And yes, I can be on the slow (i.e. Pari's team) if need be. :wink:

[Geoff]

What is the deal with this. I think I might want to sponsor myself and Charlie to go if he is willing to perform the drive...

Any room left?

Can money be paypaled?

Can you drive like a pile and still go?

Thanks,
Geoffrey

[Parenn911]

So...what about teams? I've sent my money to Manny but I haven't designated any specific team affiliation. Any suggestions how to field Dorki teams? And yes, I can be on the slow (i.e. Pari's team) if need be. :wink:
Slow team :?.... team smack is the fastest team out there Jim :D .
Whether you are on my team or not, just remember to get out of my way when I pass you. Expect a little friendly nudge out there if you are moving slow as you usually do :twisted: .

[Robert in Potomac]

"Whether you are on my team or not, just remember to get out of my way when I pass you. Expect a little friendly nudge out there if you are moving slow as you usually do"


Too friendly a nudge will get you a black flag, which is worth nearly a lap. Allsports is very serious about taking care of its equipment

Robert

[Jim Richards]

Whether Pari's driving the track or sitting in "time out," it's all the same...he get's to watch all the other karts go by. :wink:

[Parenn911]

"Whether you are on my team or not, just remember to get out of my way when I pass you. Expect a little friendly nudge out there if you are moving slow as you usually do"


Too friendly a nudge will get you a black flag, which is worth nearly a lap. Allsports is very serious about taking care of its equipment

Robert


Robert, uh I guess you didn't realize from my other posts that I was only kidding :shock: :roll: .
Besides, I will be travelling way too fast to allow Jim to slow me down by getting in my way :twisted: .

[jpnovak]

I hope you guys have a full report. I can't wait to see the outcome of the Verbal Kart Wars! Wish I was there, cause I'd be there.

In January, We will have a true Grand Prix outdoor Kart facility opening in Austin. It's setup like a country club with a sign-up fee and dues. Too rich for my budget. There is an arrive and drive but it is still expensive. I think I will have to give it a try though.

Hmm... It would be cheaper to build a Kart than my ST! :shock:

[Parenn911]

Whether Pari's driving the track or sitting in "time out," it's all the same...he get's to watch all the other karts go by. :wink:
Now that's what I call quality smack Jim. I have to give you couple smack points for that one :evil: . Keep it up man, your getting there. :twisted:
Jamie, I'll lap Jim one extra time just for you since you can't make it. :wink:

[MatP]

D@mn! Just found this thread.

I am in for this - sent my money to Manny on Monday. This is going to be a great time!

~mat

[jpnovak]

Thanks Pari, but walking around him in the pits doesn't count. :twisted:

I just want to know how many times you end up in the Sin Bin!

[Paul 951]

This sounds like a lot of fun! Is it still open?

[Jim Richards]

Paul, Manny Alban should be able to tell you.

[Manny Alban]

We got 35 people so far and tomorrow night I'm going to the Chesapeake Region planning meeting to collect some more. If you can think of a name for your team, let me know and we'll tell allsports. So far we have Team Kart Vader :)

[Geoff]

Manny,

If there are openings Charlie and I would like to attend. I will be paying for both and can do personal check / paypal or what ever. Please let me know ASAP.

Thanks,

[Manny Alban]

Just sent out an email to those registered. We're up to 36 people.

Gunther, send me your email address so I can put you on the mailing list. Carrerados@aol.com

[Jim Richards]

Fellow Dorki's...we are not assigned to specific teams yet. Let's decide on team name(s) and get assigned to them. The team sizes are 5 drivers, and it looks like we might be over that number. I think we'll need more than one team.

Kurt suggested some good names. Any problem with adopting one or more of these names?

[BillJ]

Well I "think" "Team Tech" is set with the following ace drivers:


Kurt "Hollywood" Mickelwait
Bill "Sato" Jay
Andy "Eagle Eye" Clemens
Mat "Where is the other T" Pasqual
Eric "Weight Handicap" Stratton

Motley crew at best, slightly faster than the last place team at worst.
oh, and the last place team is team spanktalk

[Trak Ratt]

Kurt suggested some good names. Any problem with adopting one or more of these names?

How about

Fighting Dorki
Dorki Champions (many possible variations)
Dorki Raiders
Dynamic Dorki
Dorki Gods
Dorki Blue Jays (sorry couldn’t help myself)

Anyone else

[BlackTalon]

Dorki Nationals?

Oh wait, they're on hold right now. :roll:

[Jim Richards]

Not many registered Dorki's left so I gues it's Team Whatever.

[MatP]

Kurt "Hollywood" Mickelwait
Bill "Sato" Jay
Andy "Eagle Eye" Clemens
Mat "Where is the other T" Pasquale
Eric "Weight Handicap" Stratton

Motley crew at best, slightly faster than the last place team at worst.
oh, and the last place team is team spanktalk

THAT is hilarious :D

~mat

Where IS that other 't' anyway?

[BillJ]

Manny,

How is the registration coming along? Is the event filled? Where can we go to check for the list of participants?

Thanks!!
Bill

[Manny Alban]

43 people so far with another 7 who said they are sending checks. Bill, send me your email. I got your check, but no contact info. I'm sending out an update on Friday to everyone who is registered.

[Robert in Potomac]

Manny, I sent you a PM indicating that we have a team (PCA Karting League). Not certain if the five of use are included in your count yet.

Robert

[BillJ]

Hey Robert :D

Who are the tentative drivers? You guys should kick some serious tail!

Bill

[Robert in Potomac]

The team consists of George Allen, Mike Clark, Kevin Snyder, Russ Franklin and me. We expect to be competitive, but are really looking to have some fun. With 10 to 12 teams and five drivers per team, anything can and probably will happen.

Robert

[Manny Alban]

Robert, can you resend me that PM, I either deleted or didn't get it.

Thanks :)

[Jim Richards]

Which of you Dorki's are signed up but not affiliated with a team already? I don't hear any smack talking...whassup?

[BillJ]

I "think" this is when everyone gets real humble as to their abilities so as to not raise any attention from Manny :twisted:

One other question Manny... How will the weight penalty be applied?

[Eli]

Which of you Dorki's are signed up but not affiliated with a team already? I don't hear any smack talking...whassup?

teamless :!:

[Charlie Stylianos]

Think Geoff sent in the check (s), so we are teamless.

[Parenn911]

Manny I'm out, sorry fellas. Something came up, and I might be in Philly that weekend. I guess your only chance to challenge me is going to be on the track Jim :twisted: . With your low horsepower too bad you don't stand a chance there either. :P

[Jim Richards]

Challenge?.... :lol: :lol: :lol:

Eli, Geoff, Charlie, me and ???

[Manny Alban]

only 7 spots left. I got Charlie and Geoff's check yesterday. I'll be sending out an update on Friday.

I'll also be asking for your weights. We're thinking of breaking the group into five divisions with 12 karts in each division for the sprint races. For example, Division 1 may be 120-150lbs, Divison 2 would be 151-176lbs, etc. I have to get the weights first, though. Still working on a formula for the enduro. It'll be total team weight with the heaviest team getting the longest timed head start. Maybe something like for every 10lbs, one second. So if Team A is the lightest at 800lbs and Team B is the heaviest at 1000lbs, Team B would get a 20 second head start. Boy, suddenly the Club Racing rule book is getting to be easy reading :)

[Eli]

Challenge?.... :lol: :lol: :lol:

Eli, Geoff, Charlie, me and ???

Sounds great!

[Jim Richards]

Where's smackpipes? Didn't he already say he was in? C'mon Ted, we know you're lurking out there...

[BillJ]

Manny,

yeah we were working out scenarios the other day over at Kurts! That sounds like a pretty good formula, although i would increase the multiple a little if its an hour or hour and a half race. Maybe 2 seconds per 10 lbs or something like that. I really like the sprint race by weight concept!!

[Charlie Stylianos]

.......if its an hour or hour and a half race

What!! Should we load up on carbs the night before. Sounds like its going to be a blast. :twisted:

[rs911t]

Just emailed Manny. If there's space I'll play! Sounds like fun.

[Jim Richards]

OK Greg, you make 5. So is our team set then? Eli, Geoff, Charlie, me and Greg? Is anyone out there still trying to line up a team? Bueller? Anyone?

Since Pari's not coming out to play, we won't have to use "Slow" in our team name. :lol: Any suggestions for a name? "Free Rust"?

[Jazzbass]

I'm out. Family scheduling conficts. Have fun, guys!

[Mackpipes]

I'm out! :x I'll be at the beach with the family. I guess I need to score some brownie points so I can play at the track this season. Sorry, duty calls. :roll:

[Jim Richards]

Three of our finest smack talkers out? What's with you boys? :lol:

[Jazzbass]

Three of our finest smack talkers out? What's with you boys? :lol:
My excuse is that I'm an idiot. For some reason, I got it in my head that this was happening 1/16, not 1/2 (despite the fact that the date was listed clearly in the first post). So I made plans for 1/2.

[Manny Alban]

Going , going, GONE! Kart event is SOLD OUT! Thanks for your help :)

[Robert in Potomac]

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Congratulations. That is very impressive.

[Chronos]

I didn't sign up due to a scheduling conflict. Have fun!