St George 2017

[Marshy]

Just put my entry in for round 1 in Feb!! Can't wait! Felt a bit strange writing Yamaha on the entry form in the bike section......

[zoidberg]

Whaaaaa? Are you on one of the 2016 clubsport bikes too? :peep:

[Marshy]

Yep, that's it. Got your protest form ready?

[Ruckos87]

Bahahahaaa Yamaha ....

Entry placed yesterday


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[Leezx10r]

Just sent my forms in [emoji41]


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[Sponge Bob]

Missing the 1st one but doing the rest. Hope they get rid of those dinosaur bikes that should stay in jarasic park.

[dadat178]

Where is jarasic park. Fwit.

[Marshy]

Where is jarasic park. Fwit.

Lol


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[Ruckos87]

So I've asked ARDC and flagged it with st George to try and get the PP before bikes only. And not have the issues we had in November.
Hopefully shouldn't be a problem if we get the numbers pre registered.
I'll let everyone know once I hear back from ARDC if it's a possibility and what numbers were looking at needing.

Getting excited about it already...


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[Marshy]

Thanks maaaaaaate!!! Very proactive.


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[Ruckos87]

Well I'm on holidays and a bit bored to be honest, I think I only got one full session in Nov.


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[stevem]

Yeah well done Plumb.

[Ruckos87]

Hi Luke,

The 10th February has now changed to a Bike and L2S day so hoping that will give everyone more time on the circuit.

Hope this helps
Alex


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[Mac III]

Hi Luke,

The 10th February has now changed to a Bike and L2S day so hoping that will give everyone more time on the circuit.

Hope this helps
Alex


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Great News !! Less cars = More Bike Time !

[Leezx10r]

Hi Luke,

The 10th February has now changed to a Bike and L2S day so hoping that will give everyone more time on the circuit.

Hope this helps
Alex


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Well done Luke, excellent result


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[Mr.Ed]

All sorts of good job you did there!!

[Turbo]

Well done Ruckos!!

[Mac III]

Good job Luke, so no protest letter......yet

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[Metal-Man]

got this reply from Zara regarding the "only 3 rounds this year?".


Hi Cameron,

Unfortunately yes, we couldn’t get a date at Phillip Island, nor another suitable date elsewhere.

Regards,

Zara Griffin
Membership Secretary
St George MCC

[Mstevo]

got this reply from Zara regarding the "only 3 rounds this year?".


Hi Cameron,

Unfortunately yes, we couldn’t get a date at Phillip Island, nor another suitable date elsewhere.

Regards,

Zara Griffin
Membership Secretary
St George MCC

Interesting I found St George have a booking in the WP calendar for the 27th & 28th May?...could it be for the NSW champs?
http://wakefieldpark.com.au/events/2017-05/

[Ruckos87]

Interesting I found St George have a booking in the WP calendar for the 27th & 28th May?...could it be for the NSW champs?
http://wakefieldpark.com.au/events/2017-05/

Must be.
Would NSW run the same track two years in a row?


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[Marshy]

Must be.
Would NSW run the same track two years in a row?


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And considering nobody turned up to the last one....?

[Ruckos87]

Is it the 10th yet???? Getting so keen I'm checking the St George page daily to see if garage allocations are up.


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[zoidberg]

Everyone has already received theirs Luke. Competitors that is. Good to see my protest letter was allowed. You're no longer entered.

[Mac III]

All I can say Like is....ha !

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[Ruckos87]

Everyone has already received theirs Luke. Competitors that is. Good to see my protest letter was allowed. You're no longer entered.

Pretty sure I've been allocated my own garage this year, I can't pit with the likes of you again. To much estrogen for me to deal with....


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[zoidberg]

Haaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Well played mate, looking forward to trying to stay the hell in front of you.

I mean, bastard fast D graders... Protest letter sent.

[Ruckos87]

Can't wait buddy,
FYI I'm happy for you to push 39s. I seem I perform at my best with you a touch ahead.

Bloody wanker C graders..... I heard though, that all D graders are having a sec taken off each lap to compensate for the additional weight and loss of aerodynamics that the pink vest apply's



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[Stu23]

Well im dipping my toe back into the racing world :) ill be steady but it should be fun... havnt felt this nervous for ages !! Carl of course is ready to rock and roll and couldnt care less... bloody youths of today

[Dunno]

Well im dipping my toe back into the racing world :) ill be steady but it should be fun... havnt felt this nervous for ages !! Carl of course is ready to rock and roll and couldnt care less... bloody youths of today

I'll come out and play Stu. I've not raced since 2012, so we can wobble around together.
I just need to get the bike ready, get fit and quit the darts by next Saturday.

[Stu23]

awesome

[Marshy]

Garage allocations are out: http://www.stgeorgemcc.com/pg_roadracepdf.php?id=w2y2q2

[Marshy]

Final instructions are out. Good to see they've implemented a compromise of my idea to have a D-grade practice start with lights etc at the start of the D-grade only practice session. They are doing a walkthrough instead, which is better than nothing! Also, practice starts are now allowed on the exit of T9 at the end of practice and qualifying sessions. Another of my proposals, and a win for common sense.

Document: http://www.stgeorgemcc.com/pg_roadracepdf.php?id=w2y2r2

[Stu23]

Had a good chat about the provision of practice starts at the presentation, glad its included

[Turbo]

Fantastic result!! #owenslaw

[Leezx10r]

Fantastic result!! #owenslaw

I hear part of "#owenslaw" is that you give the new comers a special briefing [emoji6]



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[Ruckos87]

40. 40. 40.

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[Mr.Ed]

whoever has the most ice in their garage wins

[Marshy]

Faaaaaark. It's gonna be warm!!

[Turbo]

I hear part of "#owenslaw" is that you give the new comers a special briefing [emoji6]





I'll wear my safety briefs!

[Leezx10r]

I'll wear my safety briefs!

[emoji23][emoji23][emoji23]


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[Jakels]

So with temps of 44-45 degrees mentioned as being possible this weekend it made me wonder...
What is the heat policy for racing?

I've seen tennis matches at the Australian Open suspended due to high temperatures, same for work sites.

Same for NRL league games.

Is there a temp cut off for racing at St George this weekend?

[Turbo]

So with temps of 44-45 degrees mentioned as being possible this weekend it made me wonder...
What is the heat policy for racing?

I've seen tennis matches at the Australian Open suspended due to high temperatures, same for work sites.

Same for NRL league games.

Is there a temp cut off for racing at St George this weekend?

I was wondering that very same thing today. What's the highest anybody has raced in?
Mine would be 38 maybe.

[Jakels]

Try adding up the numbers according to Sports Medicine Australia....

https://playnrl.com/media/1936/heat-guidelines_with-changes1.pdf

[Stu23]

6 hour at Oran park, the last endurance race there , it was 45 to 46 'C the doors blew off the garages and the tower partially fell... was an interesting day for sure, took me ages to recover in more ways than 1

[Linden]

I was wondering that very same thing today. What's the highest anybody has raced in?
Mine would be 38 maybe.

James Spences EC meeting 6-8 years ago at EC +42C - horror weekend for me - rocker cover came loose and put oil all over back of bike (in turn 1) - don't know for sure but this was near the start of my loose "6sec at EC" that lasted over 4 years

[Linden]

NB garages 30-50 in use tonight

http://www.sydneymotorsportpark.com.au/event/rollracingfeb/

[Metal-Man]

sundays forecast is gunna be 34 ... cooler than tomorrow! ;-)

[Metal-Man]

Does anyone know which live timing will be available on the weekend?? mylaps, etc?

[zoidberg]

Fingers crossed none of them explode and oil down turn one to where-ever the fuck they pull off each other... I mean, pull off the track.

[Nelso]

I was wondering that very same thing today. What's the highest anybody has raced in?
Mine would be 38 maybe.

3 years ago, the February St George meet was 44 degrees. That was a hot day, but luckily the humidity was low.

The 6 hour that Stu mentioned was a scorcher too, but I didn't race at it. I actually did a track day at Eastern Creek that day (one of my first ever track days) and called out to the 6 Hour to watch the finish.

[Marshy]

So with temps of 44-45 degrees mentioned as being possible this weekend it made me wonder...
What is the heat policy for racing?


Turns out that when the flaggies start passing out from the heat, they call the day off. We got cut short at about 3pm today, and it was the right call.... it was just stinking hot!! I only got one race in, Unlimited on the R1. Launch didn't seem to be doing what I expected on the very first time trying to get the bike off the line.......


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqr87Z6TfxE

[Turbo]

Turns out that when the flaggies start passing out from the heat, they call the day off. We got cut short at about 3pm today, and it was the right call.... it was just stinking hot!! I only got one race in, Unlimited on the R1. Launch didn't seem to be doing what I expected on the very first time trying to get the bike off the line.......


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqr87Z6TfxE

Tricky start! Was that Woolich or Yamaha??

[Marshy]

Woolich. Gonna try Yamaha next....

[Kimbo]

Shit marshy. I am hopeless at starting , even with Ape LC. That made me look like the maestro of holeshots. ha. ha

[Marshy]

The 2nd (and final) start on the R1 was much better, but still not great. Makes me realise just how good the launch on the APX Aprilia is.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pruomlY54o

[Mr.Ed]

Doesn't sound like a lot of engine braking on the R1... then again, I've obviously never ridden the new one!

[Marshy]

Engine braking is bad, m'kaaaaay? Glenn and Yamaha struggled initially with too much engine braking, until they finally could get into the ecu.

BEARS race 1. The front camera fell off and flapped hard against the side of the bike.... I nearly ran off trying to catch it!! It eventually stopped recording, but was otherwise unharmed.


https://youtu.be/z3_a1CLs56g


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[Marshy]

This race was tops!! Very exciting. Final bears race:


https://youtu.be/6XaogQ5-vlo


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[zoidberg]

Marshy! That was sick! I was yelling at the screen. Ape launches better than the Yammie eh?

[zoidberg]

Unlimited clubsport race 2. Set my PB, only by .3 seconds, didn't quite crack a 40 yet, but it's coming. Feeling loads more comfortable on the CBR now and starting to try and change lines around, which I find I really can on this compared to the old girl.

Other than not getting the ZX10, I really enjoyed this one, loads of fun. Faster times to come. Cannot bloody wait for the next race!!!


https://youtu.be/oi7JTWPGWUQ?t=3m18s

[Krackeye]

Thought you were going to bridge that gap on the last lap for a nip into 9 Nath. You and I would be a nice match mano a mano. :hug:
And Marshy, those opening two laps were a treat. Nice riding. How were the lap times between the Yammie and Ape?

[Marshy]

Unlimited clubsport race 2.

Looking good mate! Nice lines. You could go up one tooth on the rear gearing, I reckon.

[Marshy]

And Marshy, those opening two laps were a treat. Nice riding. How were the lap times between the Yammie and Ape?

Thanks maaaaaaate! The times were virtually identical. I mean, I qualified yesterday on the Ape with a 1:40.072 compared to a 1:40.075 on the Yammie. 3 thousandths of a second difference!!

In the races I ended up quicker on the Aprilia, 38.4 I think, compared to a 38.9 on the Yammie. Not much in it. The Aprilia is much much much nicer to ride. In the heat (which seemed to sap horsepower from the Aprilia more than the Yamaha) the Yammie was just a bit more powerful. Not as good around turns, but stronger down the straight. Swings and roundabouts!

[Ruckos87]

Unlimited clubsport race 2. Set my PB, only by .3 seconds, didn't quite crack a 40 yet, but it's coming. Feeling loads more comfortable on the CBR now and starting to try and change lines around, which I find I really can on this compared to the old girl.

Other than not getting the ZX10, I really enjoyed this one, loads of fun. Faster times to come. Cannot bloody wait for the next race!!!


https://youtu.be/oi7JTWPGWUQ?t=3m18s

A PBs a PB mate awesome work. Gezzz I love that dash


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[Ruckos87]

Thanks maaaaaaate! The times were virtually identical. I mean, I qualified yesterday on the Ape with a 1:40.072 compared to a 1:40.075 on the Yammie. 3 thousandths of a second difference!!

In the races I ended up quicker on the Aprilia, 38.4 I think, compared to a 38.9 on the Yammie. Not much in it. The Aprilia is much much much nicer to ride. In the heat (which seemed to sap horsepower from the Aprilia more than the Yamaha) the Yammie was just a bit more powerful. Not as good around turns, but stronger? down the straight. Swings and roundabouts!

But the Aprilia looks nicer so should push it into the lead....jokes aside similar times after what? Quali and one race???
Not bad did rob set it up



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[Marshy]

Yeah, not too much seat time and it was surprisingly quick. Glenn did the Mupo install, and then Rob made a big difference with the clickers to get me a lot more comfortable on it. It turns out that I'm not quite at Glenn's level.... yet! :D

I reckon there was a good second, maybe up to 2 seconds being lost on the Aprilia due to the extreme heat. The morning session it felt ultra powerful, like normal, but then as the temp got over 35 ambient, I could feel it start losing hp. Might be a fuelling thing? The Yammie just didn't drop off in power, but looking at the zorst and I reckon it's running a bit lean, which would explain all the power. Not good for engine life though, so I need to get it properly mapped, not just a downloaded map off the interwebs. And fit the auto-tune sitting in my workshop.

[Wolfie57]

I feel like a TV star...or Z list celebrity. I'll return the favour and get my videos up shortly, there should be some footage of your front row start as well Nafe!

PS Whatever happened to using skill when launching? All this electrickery is cheating! :banplease:

[Marshy]

I use all sorts of skill in engaging launch control..... oh wait, it engages automatically when I drop below 10kph. Move along, nothing to see here. :pound:

[Wolfie57]

I use all sorts of skill in engaging launch control..... oh wait, it engages automatically when I drop below 10kph. Move along, nothing to see here. :pound:

Haha, judging by my start in Clubsport I need to get myself one of those!

[Turbo]

Unlimited clubsport race 2. Set my PB, only by .3 seconds, didn't quite crack a 40 yet, but it's coming. Feeling loads more comfortable on the CBR now and starting to try and change lines around, which I find I really can on this compared to the old girl.

Other than not getting the ZX10, I really enjoyed this one, loads of fun. Faster times to come. Cannot bloody wait for the next race!!!


https://youtu.be/oi7JTWPGWUQ?t=3m18s

Yiewww!! PB on the new machine and in blistering heat, well done fellah!! :thumb:

[Turbo]

PS Whatever happened to using skill when launching? All this electrickery is cheating! :banplease:

Soooo, you're NOT using this new whiz bang electronics package then?? :playball:

[Wolfie57]

Here you go - BEARS race 1, just for a change plenty of Marshy to watch!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mo-aPbEnHgM&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mo-aPbEnHgM&t=83s

[wil55n]

1927

[triumph]

I use all sorts of skill in engaging launch control..... oh wait, it engages automatically when I drop below 10kph. Move along, nothing to see here. :pound: yeh I use skill too . when I take of from the traffic lights .

[zoidberg]

Thought you were going to bridge that gap on the last lap for a nip into 9 Nath. You and I would be a nice match mano a mano. :hug:
And Marshy, those opening two laps were a treat. Nice riding. How were the lap times between the Yammie and Ape?

thanks Marcus, it wasn't thgough lack of trying I tell you! I kinda stuffed 9 on the last lap and ran it wide, couldn't get on the gas quick enough, then I lost him... Looking forward to having a dice with you mate!

Marshy, I think you're right, only just clicking 6th down the straight, could probably run out 5th. Might give me a little more punch. I was thinking that out of 3 and 5 and 9 I wish I had a little more drive...

Plumb, I reckon the vid would have you appearing in it if you had been able to race...

Thanks Owen, it wasn't that hot that race, but I'll claim the PB!!!

Wolfie, the front row start is a vid of me getting blitzed by 4 blokes in the first lap, then I may aswell be on track myself... I need a better start to get a better first lap, bigger balls and more skill, then hopefully I will be able to stick with you guys for a couple more laps and get my times down!

[Marshy]

1927

Thanks David!! That's a keeper, that photo. Great shot. I do like the Yamahahaha ;)

[Marshy]

Here you go - BEARS race 1, just for a change plenty of Marshy to watch!

Jeez my bum looks good in that.... :rofl: :laugh: :pound:

[Wolfie57]

Some more footage from BEARS. Nafe ill send you a video of your start......its short!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKKcNWnORXw

[Marshy]

Nice video mate, thanks!! :)

[Wolfie57]

Nice video mate, thanks!! :)


Pleasure, thought you'd like that one :clap:

[Simmo]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170216/4d3d5a691f559a271022975e4fd4eb70.jpg
How does the track feel Marshy?


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[Marshy]

Don't cut my sides off!!

http://tarmactalk.com/images/fingers.jpg

[Ruckos87]

I still recon there's air between your gloves and the track [emoji23]
#fingersdown2017


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[Marshy]

I touched it down, then lifted it back up again!! Didn't want to wear through my glove.

#thatsmystory
#cantproveotherwise
#tryingsohardtobecool

[Mr.Ed]

I did that accidentally on my way out of T12, scary thing when you're not actually trying to scrape your fingers...

[Ruckos87]

I touched it down, then lifted it back up again!! Didn't want to wear through my glove.


https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170217/698e1df35fef11665b576fa389dd0399.jpg

Like nafe and his knee sliders

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[Simmo]

Here's another pic from later in the corner that seems to indicate Contact?
#fingergate

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170217/abcd567188702c4ec32dc1f8e7a44021.jpg


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[Ruckos87]

I seem to have an issue with Tapatalk can't see anything at all [emoji6]


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[Mac III]

I seem to have an issue with Tapatalk can't see anything at all [emoji6]


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Something about a corner... ? Didn't see a thing

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[Marshy]

#fingergate
#vindicated
#toldyouiwascool
#tryhardernexttimefellas

[Metal-Man]

first 600cc clubby race


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3xy8E1usDs

[Metal-Man]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utHSesyDp5g

[Metal-Man]

Hey Stu ... :p



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMrphejO3DI&feature=youtu.be

[Stu23]

Bahahaha top fun ;) thanks for loading up that cam... was a good fun race

[Krackeye]

NSW Motorcycle Road Race Championships - Wakefield Park - 2 Plus 4 Meeting - 29/30 April 2017

I can actually do this. Why not? April won't be to bad at the Bourn.

[simonr]

Until they have to clean up oil after every car race

[Marshy]

Hmmmm, didn't notice it's 2 + 4. Doesn't appeal much, mostly because it's Wakefield, if I'm honest.

[Krackeye]

Ahhhh! Four meaning 4 wheels. I get it. Well if we are treated like the "special" cousin at practice days I can only imagine a race week end with them.

[Kris]

The 2nd (and final) start on the R1 was much better, but still not great. Makes me realise just how good the launch on the APX Aprilia is.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pruomlY54o

Werent wrong about the R1 off the corner

[Marshy]

Werent wrong about the R1 off the corner

It's pretty darn good. So is the Aprilia tho. Swings and roundabouts.

Looking at this video again, I wasn't very comfortable with the bike. I've only had one more day on it since then, and it's getting more comfortable. A few more days - and a few more tweaks - and I'll be right at home.