2006 International Indoor Championships @ Las Vegas, Nevada
09-26-2006, 07:59 PM
#856
i had heard a number of ideas for the difference in traction.. i think it was mentioned that the carpet composition was slightly different in the newer runs, but i think Frank would be the one to ask... or it could have been the temp, or O2 like EA mentioned... or maybe even the RP30, as opposed to the CS27s previously used? who can tell? i didnt really notice a problem myself, but it seems it was more prevalent on the foam tire cars...
i know it was crazy dry in there...
my theory on the location, was that yea, it was a bit of a drag being so far from the strip, but that wouldnt have been as much a problem if they had a better shuttle system in place...IMO, anyway...
i know it was crazy dry in there...
my theory on the location, was that yea, it was a bit of a drag being so far from the strip, but that wouldnt have been as much a problem if they had a better shuttle system in place...IMO, anyway...
09-26-2006, 08:12 PM
#858
yah
Originally Posted by quantum
the thing is, the cs27 stays consistent from run to run much longer. the rp30 drops off so be prepared to buy many sets of the rp30 if you choose to use it. if the cs27 gives you enough traction, i'd stick with that tire
thanks
09-26-2006, 08:24 PM
#859
I would like thank Scotty, Boomer and the rest of the cool guys at tech for the greatest racing experiance I've ever had. I was blown away by how professional and genuinely nice their entire crew was! 
I mostly had bad luck all week but I gained a ton of knowledge and am very excited to participate in next years IIC.
I mostly had bad luck all week but I gained a ton of knowledge and am very excited to participate in next years IIC.
09-26-2006, 08:36 PM
#860
I don't want to hear about suicide....I had one of the worst weeks ever.
UPS not shipping or stuff on time.
All of the above health issues.
Tweaked car.
Lots of arms breaking.
A speedo nuking itself out of nowhere after 2 hotlaps, and melting the body lol
Having to rent a ride from one of your buddies to dig you out of hell...priceless!!! Thank you Nick and Jim!!!
UPS not shipping or stuff on time.
All of the above health issues.
Tweaked car.
Lots of arms breaking.
A speedo nuking itself out of nowhere after 2 hotlaps, and melting the body lol
Having to rent a ride from one of your buddies to dig you out of hell...priceless!!! Thank you Nick and Jim!!!
09-26-2006, 08:38 PM
#861
Originally Posted by Yeti35
Boomer said it was probably the AC and fact that it was on a concrete floor emitting cold air as well. I though the chapped lips was just me but now that the rest of you bring it up, it was bad. I didn't have issue with the nosebleed and sinus headaches for I live in a dry climate anyhow here in UT. I honestly want to consider running foam next year if the traction is gonna be as bad as it was this year. I guess I was spoiled with how well it was last year.
We can call it the IIC sponsored by Chap Stick (same problem here)...
09-26-2006, 09:02 PM
#863
Tech Regular
Without the AC humidity was between 16 - 20%... with it was 10%
Bout as dry as a popcorn fart
Bout as dry as a popcorn fart
09-26-2006, 09:06 PM
#864
One thing I was looking at the few times I was outside was the parking lot there was pretty smooth and would have been sweet for an asphalt race. 
But that is just me since that is all I can do here in UT anyhow. 
But that is just me since that is all I can do here in UT anyhow.
09-26-2006, 09:10 PM
#865
Tech Elite
Here is Brian Lutz from Wisconsin, he made the A main in Stock Rubber and 19 Turn Rubber.
09-26-2006, 09:15 PM
#866
Originally Posted by EAMotorsports
A lot of Casino's pump oxygen into the AC to help keep people awake. This remove's a lot of moisture from the air (what little there is in the desert anyway!!) and I think is why the track dried out so fast. Ive never had such bad nose bleeds, chapped lips and sinus infection in my life!! There was something in the air in that place!!
The air was dry but that was mostly due to the weather in the high desert of Vegas, this was especially noticable to those of us from more humid or coastal climates. I also had nose bleeds and the gift shop was sold out on chapstick and carmex so it was a common complaint.
The casino probably treated this like any other convention. When you expect a large group of 600+ people to fill a hall, you crank the AC early in the morning to chill the room in anticipation of the crowds. Next year I'm sure Scotty & crew will consult with the casino and try to maintain a more consistant temperature. I also think that the concrete floors had a lot to do with keeping the track cold, last year the room had thick wall to wall carpeting.
09-26-2006, 09:19 PM
#867
Myself and Peter Robinson both had the same sinus issues (bleeding, couldn't breath through your nose, etc). My lips were ok because I knew that would be a issue and I was putting chap stick on every hour. The sinus issues where not expected and very painful. I'm still recovering from that today after getting home yesterday.
Scotty/Boomer, is it possible for the hotel to turn off or turn way down the AC for next year?
Scotty/Boomer, is it possible for the hotel to turn off or turn way down the AC for next year?
09-26-2006, 09:22 PM
#868
Tech Elite
Make your own caption here! I was taking a picture of JB on the left, didn't even know what else was in there until tonight.
09-26-2006, 09:32 PM
#869
Tech Apprentice
can you perhaps upload the videos onto youtube? then you won't have to download any other players or codecs, and it'd be easier to distribute, i assume.
09-26-2006, 09:32 PM
#870
Tech Elite
Since Bobby Flack is online, here is a pic of him after his big win.