Ground breaking on new RC Track in Cedartown
04-01-2008, 01:43 PM
#31
As a 1/12th on-road racer, I don't think people are saying "Don't build it." From my point of view, there are no really good on-road carpet tracks in the area. Prime Time is OK, better than nothing, but it's postage stamp sized. Tommy runs a great race, but the track should be at least double the size it is, which isn't possible where it is. There are several off-road tracks near Atl, so if the guys in Cedartown are thinking of building on and off road tracks, it makes more sense to me to build the on-road carpet. Less competition with the other off-road tracks within a 100 mile radius. I'd like to see both build, but I would like to see the on-road first since PT is our only option.
It's amazing how some of the on road guys present their case. "Don't build an off road track build an on road track..... That is a piss poor attitude (In my opinion)!!!! The man is saying he intends to build both at some point, what's wrong with that? Why would anyone attempt to discourage him from building an off road track? I personally have to drive at very least an hour and a half to find an off road track no matter what direction I travel, so if you are saying there are "too many off road tracks" you don't know what your talking about. I do agree that there is a desperate need for on road tracks out here but come on! Telling a person not to build one or the other just seems Childish...
(In my opinion)
Dirt
PS
Good luck and more power to ya regardless of what you end up building! Even if you only build a drag strip and a rock crawling course I would still say congrats!
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(In my opinion)
Dirt
PS
Good luck and more power to ya regardless of what you end up building! Even if you only build a drag strip and a rock crawling course I would still say congrats!
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04-01-2008, 01:46 PM
#32
Yes good strategy!!!!! made the dirt guys paid for the on road track 
just kidding good luck.
just kidding good luck.
04-01-2008, 02:23 PM
#33
i like the idea of the oval cause thats what i know. would prefer an onroad track but hey.......its his deal let him do what he needs. i will try my best to make it to any of the events that you have especially with the track being about 30-45 mins from my house :P good luck and i wish you the best.
04-01-2008, 02:27 PM
#34
as for on road. is there really a big calling of on road racers in the area? or just a hand full of ya? I ask this seriously cause i dont know anyone personally into it. I cant see someone building a track for 10 or less racers that wont all always be able to use it.
04-01-2008, 02:38 PM
#35
as for on road. is there really a big calling of on road racers in the area? or just a hand full of ya? I ask this seriously cause i dont know anyone personally into it. I cant see someone building a track for 10 or less racers that wont all always be able to use it.
04-01-2008, 03:23 PM
#37
The way i see it my only competiton is going to realistically be Dalton That is closest. No offense but the plan is to blow all other dirt tracks in the southeast out of the water so you the racer will show up! Our plan is go big or go home for sure. I think Colon said it all when he said make the dirt track guys pay for the road course! Parking will not be an issue as well as the entrance for small cars. Titon Motorsports Inc. will be on site for parts, fuel, and car sales at every race not to mention having low prices on site. The hobby shop is located about 5 miles from the actual tracks if other items are needed. I know exactly what people are talking about when they say they are mistreated by racers or shop owners but you can ask anyone we are way down to earth people. Heck we are new at this racing thing to so we learn more as we progress. I am not sure of the mentality but I have noticed that as well at a few shops before, not saying that all are bad though. Thanks!
04-01-2008, 03:32 PM
#38
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mistreated is sometimes confused with being busy and not having social skills.
what this area of georgia really needs is a radio controlled park to play in that won't be closed in twelve months, a track owner realistically in tuned with the hobby fully understanding that the best you can hope for is to break even in cost, and a bonus if you make a little profit. Setting a set of rules and regulations and sticking to your guns. too many people will find fault with a rule because thay can't adapt and overcome. track owners that worry about losing one racer will lose 100 in the procewss of making one happy. if you don't believe me look at the sugar bowl, and prime time.
what this area of georgia really needs is a radio controlled park to play in that won't be closed in twelve months, a track owner realistically in tuned with the hobby fully understanding that the best you can hope for is to break even in cost, and a bonus if you make a little profit. Setting a set of rules and regulations and sticking to your guns. too many people will find fault with a rule because thay can't adapt and overcome. track owners that worry about losing one racer will lose 100 in the procewss of making one happy. if you don't believe me look at the sugar bowl, and prime time.
04-01-2008, 04:03 PM
#40
mistreated is sometimes confused with being busy and not having social skills.
what this area of georgia really needs is a radio controlled park to play in that won't be closed in twelve months, a track owner realistically in tuned with the hobby fully understanding that the best you can hope for is to break even in cost, and a bonus if you make a little profit. Setting a set of rules and regulations and sticking to your guns. too many people will find fault with a rule because thay can't adapt and overcome. track owners that worry about losing one racer will lose 100 in the procewss of making one happy. if you don't believe me look at the sugar bowl, and prime time.
what this area of georgia really needs is a radio controlled park to play in that won't be closed in twelve months, a track owner realistically in tuned with the hobby fully understanding that the best you can hope for is to break even in cost, and a bonus if you make a little profit. Setting a set of rules and regulations and sticking to your guns. too many people will find fault with a rule because thay can't adapt and overcome. track owners that worry about losing one racer will lose 100 in the procewss of making one happy. if you don't believe me look at the sugar bowl, and prime time.
I agree 100% with ya there Mike! And I feel that Jeremy is in a good position to provide this. He will not be relying 100% on the RC side of things to fund things so thats a big advantage right there. Also, given his location, He is close enough to support the 2 remaining onroad tracks (PT and the Bowl) by running a series or just alternating schedules. Not to mention the other offroad tracks in the area.
Also, heres some food for thought...
GO-RC's long term goal is to have a permanent facility for it's racers. Why not see if he is interested in helping out with that goal? That way, we could continue things as we planned and raise the money we need for a track. Obviously he has the land we need and he plans to have an onroad track at some point... so why not?
Any thoughts?
04-01-2008, 04:18 PM
#41
04-01-2008, 04:24 PM
#42
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sorry that your experience was bad but,trust me that is not indicative of the r\c community as a whole. there will always be a few jerks and a bunch of big kids. hang with the big kids for the most fun.please don't let that bad experience run you off
04-01-2008, 04:36 PM
#44
I agree 100% with ya there Mike! And I feel that Jeremy is in a good position to provide this. He will not be relying 100% on the RC side of things to fund things so thats a big advantage right there. Also, given his location, He is close enough to support the 2 remaining onroad tracks (PT and the Bowl) by running a series or just alternating schedules. Not to mention the other offroad tracks in the area.
Also, heres some food for thought...
GO-RC's long term goal is to have a permanent facility for it's racers. Why not see if he is interested in helping out with that goal? That way, we could continue things as we planned and raise the money we need for a track. Obviously he has the land we need and he plans to have an onroad track at some point... so why not?
Any thoughts?
One of the best days I had in Georgia was the day I found the Sugar Bowl! It had the best of both worlds, a giant on road course, a nice off road course, the on road oval! Some guys are even lucky enough to run both. Wish I could...
04-01-2008, 04:38 PM
#45
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Some guys are even lucky enough to run both. Wish I could...
i have seen you race you should stay with the dirt
i have seen you race you should stay with the dirt