| Subject: | Re: Car V race rules? |
| Date: | 02/28/2001 12:33 AM |
| From: | Demian Godon |
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I agree that prizes/money aren't really a necessity for the lower classes. However, I kind of agree with a couple other comments in that I'm not sure why they should be explicitly restricted. As was stated this seems like it should be at the discretion of the promoter; maybe their particular race is able to effectively use prizes/money to make the race more successful. As a racer, I'm not going to complain about getting prizes or money. But, in general, if I were a promoter I would be pretty convinced by your arguments that I wouldn't need to offer much/anything to have a successful race. In fact, I might even be more successful without. Again, though, why explicitly restrict? I think it would be good to offer some kind of recognition for series races (such as PIR, OBRA pts, Mt Tabor, etc.) even for the lower cats. I don't think it has to be anything big, but I think it's nice to reward that commitment and consistency (we want people coming back). Something like a trophy or jersey maybe. Although just finishing many races is accomplishment enough, appropriate prizes can re-inforce that sense of accomplishment when you do well; it's the recognition more than getting compensated. -Demian On Tue, 27 Feb 2001 22:08:49 -0800 mmur-@teleport.com writes: ============================================================ Turn your desktop into a stage with eWalla animated messages! Deliver your messages via both voice and text! Animated eWallas will deliver right to any PC desktop. eWalla is new, fun and free! http://click.topica.com/aaabvKaVxiDpaVFPVta/eWalla ============================================================ OBRA does not have a similar rule limiting prizes for Cat 5. I personally would be in favor of a rule that limited Cat 4/5 races to medals, ribbons, etc. (items of minimal economic value), Cat 3 races limited to merchandise and Pro/Cat 1/2 races may receive cash. The race designation would be by the fastest category in the race, e.g. riders in a Cat 2/3 could win cash. What does everyone else think? Mike Murray -----Original Message----- From: Pete Beall [mailto:peteb-@home.com] Sent: Monday, February 26, 2001 16:18 PM To: ob-@topica.com Subject: [OBRA Chat] Car V race rules? ============================================================ Take the guesswork out of genealogy. Go to Ancestry.com today and sign up for your free 14-day trial. Use the site risk free and enjoy the No. 1 Source for Family History Online. http://click.topica.com/aaabudaVxiDpaVzo9Ia/MyFamily ============================================================ One reason for having a combined IV/V field in a USCF race is rule 1F5(a) that prohibits any prize of commercial value being awarded to a cat V race. What's the OBRA take on this rule? Pete Beall http://www.members.home.net/petebeall/switch.html ----- Original Message ----- From: <mmur-@teleport.com> To: <ob-@topica.com> Sent: Monday, February 26, 2001 12:25 PM Subject: RE: [OBRA Chat] Giving cat 3's a choice ... As to the idea making life for new riders (Cat 5) easier, I am in full agreement. Last year when I asked people about what kept them from going to more events I received several comments from people that went to their first race, generally a 4/5 field, and got blown out the back in short order. They then concluded that they were not fit enough to be bike racers and didn't come back. Usually I get blown out fairly quickly the first few races of the year too but I have been doing this long enough to know that eventually I will be going OK later in the season. Beginning riders do not have the benefit of that experience. I think if we want the sport to grow it is essential that organizers try to offer some field that will be accessible to the beginning racer. Let's have some more Cat 5 only and Cat 4 women races. Mike Murray ============================================================ Visit Ancestry.com for a FREE 14-Day Trial and enjoy access to the No. 1 Source for Family History Online. Search over 1 Billion names and trace your family tree today. Click here: http://click.topica.com/aaabucaVxiDpaVzo9Ic/MyFamily ============================================================ To respond to the whole group send to ob-@topica.com. To respond to the list manager send to ob-@teleport.com To unsubscribe send to obra-uns-@topica.com ____________________________________________________________ T O P I C A -- Learn More. Surf Less. Newsletters, Tips and Discussions on Topics You Choose. http://www.topica.com/partner/tag01 --- Sponsor's Message -------------------------------------- Wanna Throw That PC Out the Window? Not yet. 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