And it's E A S Y to do... just plunk a little bit of cabbage down at the window (not really that bad considering the number of runs and the company you will keep!) and the nice ladies will give you permission to have more fun than a person should oughta on two wheels. Heads-up racing is a freaking hoot.
HRC does require membership into the AMA but other than that, it's a "walk on." However, the Street-ET and Pro-ET are only temporary membership if you would rather. They (bracket racing) are a hoot because so many little mistakes made by other riders can advance you further than you might think. I truly suck at racing... but I keep moving 'cause I'm lucky that maybe the person next to me is even more distracted. (Me telling them about their sister has little effect, though.)
Given my shabby riding skills, mostly stock bike and spaced-out demeanor, you would think I would have killed myself by now but it's a safe sport.
We have a lot of RSW guys in the SouthEast... I hope there is a good turnout for this run in Atlanta. Next comes Richmond, VA and you can bet we'll be there, too. Keith and Nigel would love to see us all and meeting them is a true pleasure worth the weekend away from the house.
If you have any questions, give me a buzz and I'll do all I can to help answer them. (Which means me bugging Rex for the correct answer and then getting back to you! Ha!)

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You guys can bet I'll be supporting in Virginia and a few other races here up North ( Ohio, Indy ). I'll do my part to keep the class rolling. Who cares if I win. I want to line up against Rick and maybe spank him on the tree too...I'll be in Virginia with you guys if I have to mount my 31cc weedwacker motor on the bike.

 

Ron, Florida is calling youuuuuuuuuuuuu. October 11th!

 

Bruce, I thought ganesville was in november? If you get the chance, shoot me an e-mail with the scedule so I can start marking up my calender. I'm going to try and make floride with you guys too. October would be better than november. The bucks are running like crazy with the rut in full swing in november and you know I spend all my time hanging in a tree at that time.

 

D'oh! You're right... my bad. It's 11/11 etc...

 

Dont let Bruce fool ya, ya better have your racin face on when ya line up next to him, hes already tryin to psych me out and we arent even there yet![/emoticons/emotion-2.gif] One extra advantage Bruce forgot to mention is that others dont like to race a Warrior, they know we are consistent and most of these guys are runnin 8 & 9 second bikes. That means in bracket racing we get on average a 3 second head start, it really makes them nervous, some of them red light, others breakout, either way we win! And as long as your in the ET classes, might as well run HRC! You get to spend all weekend tearing down the track, money very well spent with a chance to get it back! You cant get that at Disneyworld! See you guys there!

 

We would definatly like to see more of you guys out there!!! Let's keep the class going!

 

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I'm a afraid I will get the bug and spend to much money![/emoticons/emotion-4.gif]

 

After pulling some .00x lights throughout the TnT's on Saturday at SoutheasternDragway, during elims I was sound asleep and got busted with a .3 and .5 RT!! Can someone bring some NO-DOZE for me when you come to Commerce?! Jeeeesh.
Rex, they have all new lights at SEDW; a TSI System 2000+ and they are nice.

 

I can't believe the VRODs really gave up! Anybody read the what their forums are saying about this?

 

Oliver, do you have a link to the forum you were at?

 

Hi everyone,I just wanted to thank all you warrior guys for showing up at Valdosta,Ga.,I hope all and more can make it to Commerce,Ga. this weekend for the AMA/Prostar race. Join in the races and have fun,where else can you do it legaly and get a chance to make some money be on tv and the magazines. See you in the lanes, Rick McWaters AMA/PROSTAR HRC#1

 

"make some money be on tv and the magazines"... it's good to be the king, huh?!?! ;^) Congrats again on the win down south.
Rick, good to see you post! Hopefully the weatherman was right this morning and the good weather will be here on Friday and through the weekend. Today will be 76 degrees, tomorrow is 77... if you were already here, I'd say "let's ride!"
If you guys need anything when you get here, let me know.


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As far as the VRods go a couple of them - Jamie and Larry I believe plan to be back - I think Tripp may also join in the fun. First event was in conflict with AHDRA - plus there is some disasisfaction with rule changes which I believe are viewed as weighted against the VRods. I do not know the details on that though. Personally, I would like to race ProStar, but this heads up format at the current level would take some serious cash to do the build - and I can win as much at my local IHRA track with very little invested - of course my brand of racing is ride what you race and race what you ride - purpose built stuff is mildly interesting but not my cup of tea. The AHDRA class has the same basic issue - to much investment with no return. The class setup limits participation to a few big money programs. Current system could land up with two of four entrants - not all that brilliant of an idea from my point of view.... but then I am just a guy that likes to race - not an organizer.
Kevin

 

If it weren't for proximity and the fun factor of being with people I really enjoy hanging with, I doubt I would follow ProStar around the SouthEast simply to get a spanking in each event. The idea of a HRC "run what you brung" category is cool and is being handled in the best possible way, so how on earth could that ever be enforced with any less controversy? From what little I know of their builds, I think I could safely ride a Patrick Warrior to work once in a blue moon... (with the exception of a mirror, the bike would pass Georgia state law. Hey Nigel, nudge-nudge-wink-wink... got a spare bike I can have on Friday morning? I promise to have it back to you on Saturday.)
On the other hand, in fields of 100+ riders for street and pro ET, I seriously doubt I would win anything either. That's why I trip out for just the chance to go head's-up with English or McWaters... I know my limits and respect their team. Getting blistered by them ain't the worst thing in the world.

 

Rex,
Cinci is coming down on Friday for TnT! You guys might be coming into Cobb/Paulding at about the same time that afternoon.
Add another Warrior to the mix of Street/Pro and HRC this weekend at Commerce. ;^)

 

Looks like with my timeframe for parts, I'll be missing Virginia. I want to run with you guys in all three classes, but I don't think it will come together in time.

 

****, Ron, that's sad to hear. This has been a bumpy start to the new year for you with the back and bike.

 

So that makes 4 of us for sure - Blubruce, Rex, Cinci and Elvis. Anybody else coming out?

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Rex,
Cinci is coming down on Friday for TnT! You guys might be coming into Cobb/Paulding at about the same time that afternoon.
Add another Warrior to the mix of Street/Pro and HRC this weekend at Commerce. ;^)

 

Looks interesting! What are the rules and are there limitations to the motor? I might be interested in some of the races closer to me.

 

You can download the Prostar rulebook here http://www.amaprostar.com/rulebook/05_rulebook.pdf.

Just about any motor work is allowed, limited to 1800cc.

After each run they check your weight (must be at least 700 lbs with rider for Warrior) and ground clearance of 3 in. while sitting on the bike.

Technically, they also require a steering damper, but we were able to pass tech without one (I think since we would not be going faster than 120 mph).

Only OEM windscreens allowed.

Hope to see you in Richmond.

 

(Rex beat me again!)
The entire enchillada:
http://www.amaprostar.com/rulebook/05_rulebook.pdf
The meat of HRC: pages 69-72, section 4.3.2
(I'd cut and paste but the pdf is a bee-otch.)
It would be great to see you there!!

 

I dont think I can enter with the turbo set up. I might still go and watch.

 

Well boyz, I wont get another chance to post till post race (get it?)[/emoticons/emotion-4.gif]. Still looks like the rain is moving out Friday eve, but cold and wind are moving in, but thats ok, we wear leather and internal combustion engines love cold air! Sunday looks perfect, hope it holds up. Were leaving Jacksonville at 4pm (gotta finish up some stuff at work), should check into the Hampton Inn, Commerce around midnight, crash out and see all of ya at the track first thing Sat morn! Cant wait, feel like a 10 year old the night before Christmas![/emoticons/emotion-2.gif]

 

Good luck!