Tony Smith Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 It has come to my notice that entries are a bit slow coming in this year.So just by way of giving a nudge to those hesitating, cogitating or procrastinating, I would say this.Get your entry in ASAP, as I wouldn't want to win the championship just because you didn't get your entry in on time!!But seriously, let's give Andy a hand and make his life easier, you know it makes sense.Looking forward to seeing you all again soon!!!Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Howard Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 I would second that Tony, The sooner we get our entries in the easier it is for the Comp Sec team to plan the season. And as Tony has said he doesn't want to win, that's an even better reason to enter so that his wish comes true! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Smith Posted February 20, 2023 Author Share Posted February 20, 2023 CLARIFICATIONI very much do want to win!!!Just not because I am the only one entered!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobson_justin Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 I would second that. I don't want Tony to win. He would be (more) unbearable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Smith Posted February 21, 2023 Author Share Posted February 21, 2023 I think I would have to agree with you Justin!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Cumming Posted February 23, 2023 Share Posted February 23, 2023 Just entered so there you go and Adam is is on his way. And yes it is class 2....again!! So come on lets have a few more in class 2 this year.Cheers for now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LewisAV Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 Those who are on the fence to compete for the first time hopefully this will help.2022 was my first time in the speed championship and my first time competing ever in motorsport and only my 2nd year owning a Caterham. Nervous and unsure was an understatement, but in for a penny in for a pound.My first race/meeting was at Anglesey. Never met a soul within the championship before but upon arrival in the paddock a fellow competitor and now friend approached to welcome me. Richard Price straight away made me feel welcome and started educating me on procedures and gave priceless advice. Another fellow competitor and now friend welcomed me and offered to assist me in driving techniques and confidence, Dan Malkin was a true gentleman and helped me through out the season lowering my times as well as many others.Half way through the season i already new i was competing next year. Everyone and i mean everyone from Class 1 to 7 made me feel welcome, offered advice and above all gave me banter when it was due and took a lot from me being the cheeky chappy i am. Ben Williams was another true inspiring friend made for life who i gladly enjoyed a beer or two after an event.The season came to an end and within a month Justin Dobson and i are messaging on social media thinking of doing track days before the season starts and as per usual he gave me lots of abuse (jokingly of course) but as always advice for next season.Tony Smith as always was the center of a punchline and lets face it we cant let him win as we would never ever hear the end of it.I hope this long winded message gets the point across. Caterham and Lotus 7 in generally are a welcoming punch of folk but the Speed lads and lasses almost become family in a weird way. We push each other on, we fight hard but fair and above all care, trust and respect each other massively. This is the impression i got just in the first year. So get off the fence and get stuck in. You will not regret it.On another note if you think track days are fun you just wait till you try Sprinting and Hillclimbs. Track day fun x 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Smith Posted February 25, 2023 Author Share Posted February 25, 2023 Very well put Lewis, I had the same experience 7 years ago when I started my first event also at Goodwood. (apart from Dick Dastardly constantly telling me that corners that needed a dab on the brakes where FLAT IN FIFTH !!!!!!)However I did at least have the good grace not to beat any of those encouraging me by half way thru the first season But seriously apart from learning annoyingly fast you are a great asset to the championship. It is as you say a very welcoming championship and long may it continue Anyone know how the numbers are looking now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LewisAV Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 Thanks Tony and sorry not sorry. Is Dick Dastardly also known as Phil by any chance???? LOLCan not wait to get going. Wrong to admit but i think about competing more then anything else. See you at Cadwell. Regards numbers i still haven't heard anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Smith Posted February 26, 2023 Author Share Posted February 26, 2023 Ha ha yes, I think his name is really Phil, but I am convinced that in a past life he was a cartoon character!!!!Roll on Cadwell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Support Team rob spencer Posted March 7, 2023 Support Team Share Posted March 7, 2023 Get your entry in by Thursday 9 March if you want an anniversary championship t-shirt.Our first event this year is a bit earlier that normal, on the 25th March at the delicious Cadwell Park, and we're procuring the championship t-shirts in a single batch in order to be able to let competitors have their splendid new paddock-wear at Cadwell.So if you're thinking of entering the speed championship this year and want to look the part in the paddock, please get your entry in via LoveAdmin by Thursday this week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comp Sec Posted March 19, 2023 Share Posted March 19, 2023 Thanks for supporting your Championship guys,Wishing you a good season and looking forward to seeing some of you next weekend at Cadwell. Good luck.Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gin-fizz-whizz Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 Thinking of coming to Goodwood tomorrow as a spectator. Are spectators welcome? What are the start & finish times for the event? I probably won't be there until lunchtime so is there an afternoon session? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Smith Posted April 21, 2023 Author Share Posted April 21, 2023 Yes spectators are welcome.Practice starts at 9am with first timed run before lunch and probably 2 more after.Hope you enjoy it and its dry!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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