The Track
This asphalt track (soon to be resurfaced) will utilize turn one and two of the 28 degree banked circle track and make a turn into the infield for a more technical, autocross style that you would be more use to, incorporating slaloms and low speed turns. Then transitioning back onto the main straightaway for a all out run to cross the finish to end the run.
Track layout (Infield may change slightly in the future)
Turn one and two
The banking up close
The start/finish line
What make these events different
Spectating
Besides the obvious of the actual track layout and obstacles, this will be a great spectator event. The grandstands has plenty of seating to bring out the whole family and allow for a full view of the entire layout of the track. Also we will have access to the snack bar and restrooms located directly behind the seating area.
Drivers
The schedule will make this and evening/night event (track is well lit) so it should make for pleasant weather. Also we will be able to hold this event late into the night so this should allow for drivers to get in a lot more runs than they are used to.
Atmosphere
Once people are done driving there should be an opportunity to eat, talk and hang out. People not racing should have lots to see, basically this will be a combination of an Auto X and a meet.
Rules
This section will help autocrossers, novice and experienced alike, understand how an event works and what they are expected to do to help make the event safe, fun and smooth running. Please take the time to read through this list, and follow these guidelines as closely as possible. Once you learn these common sense pointers, you will be able to have more fun!
1. First, and most important, if you don't know or don't understand, Ask Questions. Find an experienced guy and ask! Or go to the Start Finish line and find out.
2. All persons inside the track, whether drivers, workers or neither, MUST sign the waiver. No one under the age of 16 is allowed inside of the track. Spectators in the stands do not need to sign a waiver.
3. No alcohol is allowed inside the track. This applies to drivers, workers, and spectators. Do not litter of foul the site in any way. Toilets are available at every event. Use them!!! If only one person violates any of these fair and simple rules, all of us risk the potential of loosing the event site. Please observe these rules, and please encourage everyone around to do so, also!
4. All drivers must work at least one heat, or be disqualified. If you would like to work more than one heat, feel free. We can almost always use the help. In addition, remember that the course must be set up in the evening, and taken down before we can go home. Any help that you may be able to offer with these two tasks will be most heartily welcomed. When you get your driver heat assignment, you will also sign up (or be assigned) a worker heat.
5. Before you can run in your driver heat, your car must go through and pass tech inspection. Make it your business to find out who the tech inspector(s) are for the event
6. When your worker heat comes up, report to start line for a job assignment. Do not assume that you can work where you want. To keep the event moving, and to insure that all drivers get their runs, let the event officials assign you a position. This speeds the changeover time from heat to heat.
7. When you are working a corner, you must pay attention to a couple of simple rules. What corner workers do at an event is very important. Do not sit down while you are a corner worker. While a car is on course, follow it with your eyes, facing the car in motion at all times. At least one worker must keep the red flag in his/her hand at all times. Be ready, upon command from the timing/scoring trailer, to display that flag to a car on course. Do not engage in distracting conversation with other workers at your corner while car(s) are on course. When a cone gets hit or knocked over, wait until the car is past, before moving out to reset it. Pay attention, because frequently the driver will return to a missed gate to avoid a "DNF". If you cannot safely reset the cone before the second car arrives, do not worry. That driver will get a rerun. Always memorize which car(s) got how many cones. It is very important to scoring; and after all, you would want workers to do the same for you on your timed runs. The key is to pay attention and listen to timing/scoring.
8. Count a cone only when it is knocked over completely, or is still standing, but completely out of the chalk box drawn around the base. Do not count ones that were only brushed, are still standing and touching that chalk box in any way, or that were intentionally laid down to act as "directional cones". If you are unsure about any of these rules, ask an experienced competitor or official before you go out to your corner to work. If you are unsure about a cone situation during your working stint, memorize exactly what happened and have the situation clarified at Timing/Scoring immediately after your work heat is completed. Never red flag a car unless directed to do so by an official or the Timing/Scoring trailer.
9. Should a car fail to negotiate any gate near your work heat assigned location, indicate it to Timing/Scoring by holding up crossed (X) arms. If you are unable to get their attention, make a mental note of which car it was and where the "DNF" occurred and report it to the Timing/Scoring trailer immediately after your work heat is completed. It is your responsibility, as a worker, to get this information correct and to timing/Scoring. "DNF", by the way, means "Did Not finish".
10. If you are assigned to work Timing, and you will be if you attend many events, listen to the directions of whoever is in charge of the trailer for your work heat. Timing is not difficult, if everyone working it stays alert, attentive and focused. In fact, on a very hot or wet day, it is one of the best places to be! For those competitors who like to announce, an event is always looking for you. Speak up and ask to be announcer if you have a flair for it! Announcing is on a volunteer basis, but remember, someone needs to do it!
11. When helping to set-up the course, be certain to mark boxes around the cones in such a way that it will be obvious throughout the entire event, where the cone must be replaced. Make the box dark enough that it will not wear-down during the day, and provide a minimum of two (2) inches clear between the cone and the box. Event officials will be responsible for liming the course.
12. One very important thing about autocross: While there are many serious responsibilities associated with driving and working, there is one other important thing to remember. We are all here to have FUN. It is an important aspect of this sport/hobby. We want everyone to have fun at an event. Anything that can be done to insure this will be done. If you have any suggestions, comments, questions or problem during your working or driving heat, you are encouraged to tell any member about it. Please, do not hesitate to tell us anything that you feel is important! Times will be posted on KCSUBARU.COM
Source: Crown Autocross Club
Tech Inspection
Tech inspection will occur before the event and basically will pertain to normal autocross ruling. Such as no loose objects in the vehicle. Once exception is we will allow even DOT approved helmets. Please be ready to share yours for people that do not have them. If you have extras at home bring them out.
Things to check before you make the trip
- Make sure wheels are properly torqued
- Battery must be properly secured
- Brakes should be in well working order
- Visually inspect the tires for defects and wear
- Seatbelts should be in full working order
- Verified BP with 92 octane is located off exit 37 near Odessa
Pricing
$20 per driver
General Admission tickets are $8.00 - Children 5 & under are admitted for Free
(this gets you into the dirty track too. There is no good way to separate our fans from the dirt track fans. If you have never watched dirt track racing you will enjoy it!!!)
