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Post by magpie on May 30, 2009 23:51:49 GMT 12
The DHL Southern Saloon Series presented by Interislander is open to any Saloon car competitor, entry fee is $50, and competitors wishing to race at their local track only can do so but are still required to pay the entry fee. Competitors must compete in all rounds to be eligible for series prize money. November 17 - Cromwell November 18 - Dunedin November 19 - Invercargill November 20 - travel day November 21 - Greymouth November 22 - Blenhiem We have nine confirmed competitors from the North Island More info at www.saloons.co.nz/ |
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Post by dutchy 72t on May 31, 2009 0:15:01 GMT 12
it has a different order on the website with woodford glen on the 21st and no greymouth (?)
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Post by Murray Guy (Grandad) on May 31, 2009 1:05:46 GMT 12
it has a different order on the website with woodford glen on the 21st and no greymouth (?) Much to the disappointment of Steve and Kirsty, contrary to previous advice, Woodford Glen Club has just advised they now choose not to participate. The up side is that this opens up an opportunity for Greymouth. The downside is, the Glen is a much favoured track as is the City of Christchurch. This DHL Southern Saloon Series will certainly be an 'opportunity of a lifetime'for north and south saloon competitors. For those in the north to experience the awesome tracks and hospitality of the South (as in, OFF the track!).Our sourthern friends now have the added incentive to convert their A-grades to saloon specs over this winter. If in doubt as to the saloon specs, ASK! Perhaps if I keep my car a southern track might cover my expenses to register in the South, and race in this series. One way or another, either with a race car or a motorhome, I'm sure we'll be around. Wish it was in January for the Cherries! |
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Post by dutchy 72t on May 31, 2009 9:40:54 GMT 12
Steve and Kristy won't be the only ones left disappointed...
There are a few competitors at the glen converting their toys to ltd specs and I'm sure they would have loved to see this event at their home track...
It would most definitely have been worthwhile for spectators too.
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Post by schumaaka on May 31, 2009 10:25:58 GMT 12
Steve and Kristy won't be the only ones left disappointed... There are a few competitors at the glen converting their toys to ltd specs and I'm sure they would have loved to see this event at their home track... It would most definitely have been worthwhile for spectators too. Bugger that would have been good to see at the glen, one of my favorite tracks. Mmmmmm at one point I remember racing at the Ronnie Moore stadium in ChCh as well in my super, that was a great night and only just a hop over the hill to Greymouth for the next event, maybe someone could give them a ring? It would be the next logical place if the Glen don't want to run the event |
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Post by mrrx on May 31, 2009 11:31:04 GMT 12
how do you enter  |
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Post by Murray Guy (Grandad) on May 31, 2009 11:46:50 GMT 12
how do you enter Put a shortcut on your desktop to: www.saloons.co.nz/and keep an eye on it! Early days yet Shane. Talk to your boss about borrowing his transporter (& crew). |
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Post by mrrx on May 31, 2009 11:56:33 GMT 12
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Post by bigredcorvette on May 31, 2009 15:42:00 GMT 12
Will A-Grades from Christchurch be able to enter in this event?? Cheers |
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Post by Murray Guy (Grandad) on May 31, 2009 16:40:14 GMT 12
Will A-Grades from Christchurch be able to enter in this event?? Cheers This is the DHL Southern Saloon Series and I understand this series is open to 'saloons' only. The past two seasons the North vs South series have included A-Grades for obvious reasons - there were no saloons in the south. Not pretending to, or speaking for Steve, BUT I'm certainly looking forward to the day when a South Island track puts up their hand to host a SNZ Championship saloon meeting. While, perhaps, frustrating for those who choose to remain as A-grades, Steve's promotion and support of saloons in the south will advance the date when saloon championships are held. It may be that support racing at some of the host tracks may include A-Grades. Note that the DHL Southern Saloon Series is not, as in previous seasons, North vs South. On the track it is every man (or woman or those unsure) for themselves only. |
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Post by knownotmuch on Jun 2, 2009 0:38:39 GMT 12
I know its a bit premature but we are planning our next seasons spectating trips and would like to know how long it would take to drive between the tracks and how long from the Ferry to Cromwell?
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Post by MadMarty13B on Jun 2, 2009 0:42:21 GMT 12
Driving from the ferry to Cromwell about 8-9 hours
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Post by superstockboy on Jun 2, 2009 1:06:48 GMT 12
I know its a bit premature but we are planning our next seasons spectating trips and would like to know how long it would take to drive between the tracks and how long from the Ferry to Cromwell? ferry to cromwell around 800km's 10-11hrs Cromwell to dunedin around 245km's 3-3.5hrs dunedin to invercargill around 200km's 3hrs Invercargill to greymouth around 745 km's 11hrs Greymouth to Blenhiem around 320 km's 4.5-5hr's |
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Post by The Observer on Jun 2, 2009 11:15:12 GMT 12
I know its a bit premature but we are planning our next seasons spectating trips and would like to know how long it would take to drive between the tracks and how long from the Ferry to Cromwell? Would suggest a couple of days either side to enjoy the sights, and sample a couple of the stunning vineyards that you'll be driving through. The Central Otago Pinot Noirs are 20 minutes from Cromwell, as is queenstonwn, and indeed around cromwell there are some fantastic sights. Going from Invercargill to Greymouth is a decent drive, at least 8 hours. Console yourself that you are travelling through some of NZs finest scnery, world famous national parks, two glaciers, and past NZs highest mountains. The scenery is close that you drive with your mouth open most of the time, which means best of all its free, and you dont need to take too much time stopping, it justs goes on. Your best going back through wanaka past the southern lakes, and onwards through Haast Pass, and up the west coast to greymouth. You can break that trip up by stopping a night on the way through - be aware though, if you stop at a glacier, you will have 4 hours to go till greymouth in the morning. Grymouth usually race at 4pm in the afternoon, so will give you time to get there if you want to have a quick look at Hokitika, then greymouth on the way. I'll have to co-opt you as pit crew in between saloon races as well i think! The saloons will be in for a treat on the coast, the wide corners and drive the track offers will be fantastic for a field of saloon cars. |
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Post by Phil15T on Jun 2, 2009 12:17:33 GMT 12
I have spoken to Steve Regarding the possibility of racing at ruapuna on the fri night. I feel this is a logical step to show case the class of saloons in the canterbury region.
Steve is going to make some enquiries into running there and get back to me.
Regards
Phil
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Post by cabbydave on Jun 3, 2009 22:30:24 GMT 12
 personally id rather have friday as a travel day [ best scenery in the world ] and gotta have time to fill up the hiace again thanks to uncle j. beam ;D
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Post by magpie on Jun 3, 2009 22:46:48 GMT 12
You gonna have the meter running Dave? Is there enough digits on the meter to show a fare that size? ;D
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Post by mrrx on Jun 5, 2009 22:07:37 GMT 12
any chance we could find out witch nth cars are coming |
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Post by cabbydave on Jun 6, 2009 6:53:25 GMT 12
i ran the meter all weekend last trip to chch for the nzv8s, $3600. funny no one sat in the front seat ;D
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Post by ross56y on Jun 6, 2009 9:40:38 GMT 12
we may have a couple from westport keen to race in this series
we let them know
i be keen but i may have to talk very nicely to bank boss ( wife) ;D
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its hard work by yourself but my desire to race and prove myself is greater 
personally id rather have friday as a travel day [ best scenery in the world ] and gotta have time to fill up the hiace again thanks to uncle j. beam ;D
