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Old 11-15-2011, 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by FMW
Sneak peak to the classes:

GT-1: skill level-expert
GT-2: skill level-Sportsman
GT-3: skill level-Intermediate drivers-those who graduate from the spec class
Formula One: skill level-expert/intermediate
Mini: skill level-sportsman/intermediate
Mini GT: skill level-sportsman/intermediate
1/12 GT: expert/sportsman
Novice Spec: skill level-rookie

FM
FM

I have a issue with the skill level listed.
It is a bit confusing in definition and can be mis-interpreted.
Sportsman around our parts is below Intermediate.
Which is not your intention but you don't want racers to misinterpret your rules or reading between the lines.
If a guy is Expert, can he run in a "Sportsman" class?
Do you really want to police every class due to everybody not representing themselves.
Really the labeling should define your skills and where they fit.

Consider simplifying this;

Skill Level = Ability level recommended for participation.
Mini: skill level = Intermediate > Advanced
Mini GT: skill level = Intermediate > Advanced
1/12 GT: skill level = Advanced > Expert
Formula One: skill level = Advanced > Expert
GT-1: skill level = Advanced > Expert
GT-2: skill level = Intermediate > Advanced > Expert

Skill Needed = Ability needed for participation.
GT-3: skill needed = Rookie > Intermediate (Only!)
Novice Spec: skill needed = Rookie (Only!)

Skills Definitions
Rookie = New to racing or never raced.
Intermediate = Have raced 1-4 years.
Advanced = Have raced 5 -10 years.
Expert = Have raced 11 ++ years.

Happy Trails. . .

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