Weston-super-Mare Rallysprint

[jongilesrallying]

Weston-super-Mare Motor Club announcement

Weston motor club are delighted to announce the Weston Rallysprint 2010.

With an established rally committee in place, this event provides much needed focus for our club.


The event will be held over 20 miles of smooth Tarmac roads on Weston Airfield on Sunday 31st January 2010.

The event is in direct response to local competitors who wanted to remain loyal to the club.

Although this is a non-spectator venue, we look forward to welcoming our friends as competitors or marshals.

For full details visit our website, http://www.weston-super-maremotorclub.com

Entry cost is £79.00 per car.

Entry list as of late December

Duncan Holder Metro 6R4
Dave Harris Escort
Tim Porter Escort
Kerry Michael Escort
Jonathon Giles Subaru
Seb Simeone Peugeot 205
Simon Brace Clio 172
Jamie Harris Peugeot 205
Mark Carrow Subaru
Richard Knott BMW
Duncan Holder Rover Sdi
Phil Wilkinson Golf
Laki Christoforou Escort
Steve Conner Astra
Ben Grenter Sunbeam
Gary Hayter Subaru
Richard Aitken Subaru
Martin Williams Escort
Nick Stagg Escort
Ian Giles Rover Sdi
Bernard Northmore Renault 12 Gordini
Ian Studley Escort
Barry Pavey Toyota MR2
David Bowden Sapphire Cosworth
Alison Lock Mini
Gary Wright MG ZR
James Wesley MG ZR
Russell Brookes Manta 400

Yes, that's correct - Russell Brookes in ex-works Manta 400. Be great to tell the grandkids you've competed against a true legend!

Still receiving entries in the post so get yours in now. Great excuse for shakedown or testing before the season really gets underway.

Plenty more banter regarding this event on the 'British rally forum' under the heading 'Weston-super-Mare Motor Club'

Hope to see many of you there.

If any local PHers wish to get involved in motorsport then now is your chance. If you'd like to marshall on this event then please get in contact with the Chief marshall Jeff Gunton on: 07905 363567.

[Allyc85]

Whens the latest we can volunteer for marshalling and will we need any prior training?

[jongilesrallying]

There isn't any training as such.. The chief Marshall will inform you of your duties in the morning of the event. Feel free to give Jeff a call for more information.

[Allyc85]

Cool will phone a little closer to the time when I know im definitely free as helping out marshalling is something ive been meaning to do for a while.

[jongilesrallying]

Thank you to everyone who has contacted Jeff since writing this post. As a motor club it is always hard to find marshalls for whatever event we run.

[jongilesrallying]

Just an update for you all... I think we are nearing 45 entries now with more expected. It's promising to be a cracking event with some very quick drivers and machinery taking part.

[V8S]

Would there be any way for me to come along to take photos?

I'm happy to give the club use of any of them.

[epoch911]

When you say it's a "non spectator" venue...do you really mean it? We definitely can't come and watch?

Ant

[V8S]

epoch911 said:

When you say it's a "non spectator" venue...do you really mean it? We definitely can't come and watch?

Ant

It's probably 'insurance issues' and having to provide various facilities as a public event.

Wish there was a disclaimer form we could sign to come and watch.


How are you, Ant? Last thing I remember I think one of the RSs was in for some work. All sorted?

[epoch911]

Hi Graham...thanks for that. Bit of a shame as I'd like to go along to watch that.

The RS is back...but not for long! The engine and box are rebuilt and it runs and sounds lovely - there's a bit of a problem with the choke and one of the injectors and it's running very rich. I think I'm getting about 8 mpg! So it's going back in a couple of weeks for final tuning. It's got to be sorted as I've entered it in to the VSCC Pomeroy Trophy at Silverstone on 27th Feb!

Hope you are well - look forward to finally meeting up at an event this year

ant

[jongilesrallying]

Hi all,

As stated, we are not allowed to advertise spectator entry. However, those of you who know the area will know that Dog Walkers still use the venue every day!

Final regs being posted out today.. So it's all go for Sunday. 43 confirmed entries with a huge selection of cars.

Anyone who wants to join the motor club, please let me know. We have a good calendar of events lined up this year including lots of socials, sandocross, autocross and plenty of Autotests and bbq's! Great way to get involved in motorsport.

Jon Giles

[V8S]

Jon - I have sent you an email.

[jdwcd]

any room for a murcielago roadster

[AngryApples]

Was hoping to Marshall but as I'm only available until 12 and it starts at 10, not much help!

[jongilesrallying]

jdwcd said:

any room for a murcielago roadster

Plenty, just wouldn't advise using it in the rallysprint!

[AngryApples]

Looks like I'm marshalling after all, see you all bright and early Sunday then!

[V8S]

We should be there too (not marshalling). Of course, I'll have a camera permanently attached to my face...

[epoch911]

I can't log on to the site any more...what time does it all kick off?

[jongilesrallying]

I think the first car is off the line about 09.30.

[106 gti]

So no spectators ?????wtf, Sounds a bit of a boring event if no spectators , bit like closed doors at a footie game ......c'mon this needs sorting me thinks .... ? and i was ready to come with my camera aswell ....

Edited by 106 gti on Saturday 30th January 20:22