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Post by TrevG on Dec 25, 2014 8:46:38 GMT 12
In recent years I've seen more two lane racing than I ever have in the supers. Lots of great passes without having to wait for someone to make a mistake to do a pass. Last year for the Wellington round of the BK SSCAR series the track preparation and consistency throughout the meeting proved to be one of the best Meetings of the series and the track crew deserved the utmost praise. If the track preparation is as good ,you will witness the ultimate in Super Saloon wheel to wheel racing. For those that enjoy and appreciate the level that this class has risen to will find the trip well worth the journey from where ever. |
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Post by schumaaka on Dec 25, 2014 12:23:32 GMT 12
Looking forward to see who wins really keen to see how blondie goes and also how mark Osbourne gets on....... With this format the pressure will be on right from the start of the first finals heat with no room being given or asked and if history tells us anything there is likely to be many cases of bad luck for drivers as the 60 laps unfold but none if that should detract from the skill of the eventual winner who will be that person that drove thru traffic, pass the most cars and keep his wheels on........... Best quote for the correct mindset for this type of racing came From super saloon champion Jeff James " controlled Agression " Is what's needed ......... If I had a car I'd love to throw my hat in the ring. ....good luck to all of you
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Post by quin10 on Dec 26, 2014 18:48:27 GMT 12
Blondie wont be getting a lot of practice as his own club ltd saloons wont allow his to run off the rear.
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Post by Murray Guy (Grandad) on Dec 26, 2014 20:02:38 GMT 12
Blondie wont be getting a lot of practice as his own club ltd saloons wont allow his to run off the rear. Unfortunately some in the saloon class are becoming increasingly precious beyond what's good for the class! In this case, one super off the rear and 'not actually racing' was likely a call that could have been made by the promotion, COC, Chief Steward. I'm sure Bernie would welcome Blondie at Baypark on the 29th December, we'll even throw in the accommodation!  |
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Post by The other guy on Dec 27, 2014 16:15:59 GMT 12
If it is stratford as a club that is stopping him from running, then all I can say is TAKE THE S off.
Can just hear them if he happens to win the NZ. He will be their hero.
And Im from Stratty by the way.
I think its nuts. Wheres he suppose to get all his set up close.
Good Luck Blondie Im right behind you.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 27, 2014 16:30:46 GMT 12
If it is stratford as a club that is stopping him from running, then all I can say is TAKE THE S off. Can just hear them if he happens to win the NZ. He will be their hero. And Im from Stratty by the way. I think its nuts. Wheres he suppose to get all his set up close. Good Luck Blondie Im right behind you. We'll seen u asked, a few hours South was the Wellington Super Saloon champ's last night, that might have been a good track to find a set up for of he's gunna "Stick it to the man in a couple of weeks yeah? |
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Post by TrevG on Dec 27, 2014 18:22:22 GMT 12
So if you have to have driven at 3 meetings prior to a NZ title , in the class that you wish to participate in does that mean you can drive that race car in the same class, another class, or just tootle around on your own, not sure what the intent of the rule really means? Maybe someone with a rule book can clarify.
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Post by tank11 on Dec 27, 2014 18:27:00 GMT 12
So if you have to have driven at 3 meetings prior to a NZ title , in the class that you wish to participate in does that mean you can drive that race car in the same class, another class, or just tootle around on your own, not sure what the intent of the rule really means? Maybe someone with a rule book can clarify. Three meetings in the class that year(in Blondies case) Running off the back would allow this, as supers often do(as in Gisborne) |
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Post by fan on Dec 27, 2014 19:37:16 GMT 12
Heard it was one objection from one driver that put a stop to blondies night?
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Post by quin10 on Dec 27, 2014 19:41:11 GMT 12
[/quote]We'll seen u asked, a few hours South was the Wellington Super Saloon champ's last night, that might have been a good track to find a set up for of he's gunna "Stick it to the man in a couple of weeks yeah?[/quote]
Blondie stated he is running on a slick budget being a pentioner. Traveling out of town every week is probably a bid more than his budget. I read somewhere someone would be happy to pay him travel money to go get some seat time at another track, who ever that was please do so, so many people want to see this legend have a diecent crack at the nz title. Good luck blondie I hope you make your statement.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 27, 2014 19:43:54 GMT 12
Heard it was one objection from one driver that put a stop to blondies night? That's all it takes, the club could have left him have a run on his own if they were of a mind to, or as I said before a short trip to welly would have killed a couple of birds with one hand in the bush..... Or something like that. |
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Post by fan on Dec 27, 2014 19:55:40 GMT 12
Yes true but if not comfortable with car running with supers in the wellington champs may not have been his desired wish!
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Post by thewatcher on Dec 27, 2014 20:05:41 GMT 12
well Blondie was down watching so maybe should of brought the car down too!!!
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Post by mattblack on Dec 27, 2014 20:11:19 GMT 12
Blondie is no spectator...... there would have been a reason why he was there, and why he didn't have the car.
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Post by modliteracing on Jan 3, 2015 11:51:29 GMT 12
WARNING!!!
To all those super fans who dont follow superstocks and have purchased tickets or going to purchase tickets for this event you may want to go read the thread under the nz superstock champs wellington folder called premium finals day passes nz super stocks as wellington droppd the ball last night for those of us who purchased tickets.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2015 22:43:55 GMT 12
Blondie is no spectator...... there would have been a reason why he was there, and why he didn't have the car. if it was me - I would be watching the top drivers in each class to see what lines they are using. add in a bit of setup and he may just have learnt the track without having to drag his car there and show his ability etc... |
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Post by Rusty on Jan 4, 2015 0:21:20 GMT 12
With super saloons being as competitive as it has been for about 5 seasons it will be interesting what the tab odds are. 5 that in my opiniom you cant count out for a top 3 finish
Steve flynn
mark osborne
Brent emmerson
martin halcrow
blondie chamberlain
But there is another dozen or so who will be there or there abouts.
Taylor, harding, grant flynn, jennings to name a few.
I just hope who ever wins does it in the shed and on the track. Not in the board room/office.
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Post by Helios on Jan 4, 2015 6:18:56 GMT 12
You seem to have forgotten the mainland contingent.......
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Post by tigersfan on Jan 4, 2015 9:31:12 GMT 12
They tend to forget the mainland boys until we end up on the podium ...
same will happen this yr too
my pick two mainlanders on podium In their hypermacs
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Post by mattd on Jan 4, 2015 10:39:03 GMT 12
If the track is anything like it was last night, those on the podium will be those who can work the high line well I think. 3 wide is definitely possible!
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