Class Nationals event planning

Winklovic · 06-16-2013, 05:23 PM

The more I read about this event, the more I'm looking forward to it. I have the dates already on my 2014 calendar.

Michael, I saved a MML post of yours from almost 20 years ago when you participated in a bracket race where your dial was one-tenth quicker than your best time trial e.t. If you put as much effort into next year's event, it's going to be a huge success.

Michael Beard · 06-19-2013, 04:50 PM

Spent about three hours with track management, Michael Fornataro, and Chris Stilwell, out at National Trail today to discuss the event. They've been very helpful from their end, and they're looking forward to the event as much as we are. A couple of things we need to touch on...

1) I talked to the track to see if they wanted to conduct their own test n' tune on Thursday to accommodate early arrivals. With it being the first weekend in May, I suspect a lot of people may be interested in a little extra seat time. If you would be interested in testing on Thursday, let us know. Your feedback may help them make that decision.

2) Entries going 9.99 & quicker MUST have a valid NHRA competition license and the car must meet NHRA safety rules. So if you are an "IHRA-only" class car that falls into this category, please make plans to get it taken care of before the race. You can find information and forms regarding Transfers for current IHRA licenses here: http://www.nhraracer.com/content/gen...983&zoneid=175

Michael Beard · 06-19-2013, 05:03 PM

Loose Rocker Promotions, LLC is proud to announce that Ultimate Converter Concepts will be the naming rights sponsor on Sunday's Ultimate Converter Concepts Stock Eliminator $5K main event. Ultimate will also be posting contingency (decal display & product use required) for both the Stock and Super Stock $5K main events of $200 Win / $100 RU.

Ultimate Converter Concepts aspires to build the highest quality custom torque converters on the market today. With one-on-one service and unequalled attention to detail during every step of the process. They will work with you to ensure that your combo is right for your needs, not something mass produced or "off the shelf". They endeavor to build long-term relationships with their customers -- something you can readily see, as Lenny is often at the race track, supporting his customers.

Dave Layer · 06-19-2013, 06:47 PM

Yes on the test & tune.

Ultimate Converter Concepts · 06-20-2013, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael Beard

Loose Rocker Promotions, LLC is proud to announce that Ultimate Converter Concepts will be the naming rights sponsor on Sunday's Ultimate Converter Concepts Stock Eliminator $5K main event. Ultimate will also be posting contingency (decal display & product use required) for both the Stock and Super Stock $5K main events of $200 Win / $100 RU.

Ultimate Converter Concepts aspires to build the highest quality custom torque converters on the market today. With one-on-one service and unequalled attention to detail during every step of the process. They will work with you to ensure that your combo is right for your needs, not something mass produced or "off the shelf". They endeavor to build long-term relationships with their customers -- something you can readily see, as Lenny is often at the race track, supporting his customers.

We are honored to be on board Mike. It's great to see an event showcasing the best classes in NHRA, Stock and Super Stock. I'm sure this is going to be a great way to showcase the best in sportsman racing, looking forward to a great turnout.

ss wannabee · 06-20-2013, 09:18 AM

Mike, thanks to you for putting on this event...and your efforts to make it the BEST
EVER!!!

I will be there...one way or another...hopefully with a race car....

Know that you've spent MANY hours putting together the racers' side of things...

Wondering if you've had a chance to look at putting spectators in the stands?

Not trying to be critical here...but just read the thread about the future of the sport...

It's a tough task at best...given we're in the 21st Century...with so many "gizmo's"
to take up our time...

What are your thoughts on promoting this event for the spectators?

Remember...some of these people could be entrants...in a future Class Nationals!

Michael Beard · 06-20-2013, 09:51 AM

As I posted in one of those threads, "Guess we'll find out next spring... I plan to advertise the Northern Class Nationals toward a spectator market. New territory for me, but I believe there will be a return on investment, and I believe in THE SHOW -- that's you."

Among the many things we talked about in our meeting at the track yesterday was looking into the various media markets in the area (radio, billboards, retail stores, online advertising, car shows, cross-promotion of events, etc.) From the get-go, I've expected to do distribution of discount spectator tickets.

Mark Yacavone · 06-20-2013, 03:59 PM

For those who don't know this...
The original USCN did quite well, spectator wise, for this type of event.
There were hardcore fans for all over the country in attendance.
I suspect this will happen again.

06-16-2013, 05:23 PM	#1
Winklovic Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba Posts: 270 Likes: 3 Liked 29 Times in 8 Posts	Re: Class Nationals event planning The more I read about this event, the more I'm looking forward to it. I have the dates already on my 2014 calendar. Michael, I saved a MML post of yours from almost 20 years ago when you participated in a bracket race where your dial was one-tenth quicker than your best time trial e.t. If you put as much effort into next year's event, it's going to be a huge success. __________________ Brent Mazur Winnipeg, Manitoba

06-19-2013, 04:50 PM	#2
Michael Beard VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 4,060 Likes: 0 Liked 13 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Class Nationals event planning Spent about three hours with track management, Michael Fornataro, and Chris Stilwell, out at National Trail today to discuss the event. They've been very helpful from their end, and they're looking forward to the event as much as we are. A couple of things we need to touch on... 1) I talked to the track to see if they wanted to conduct their own test n' tune on Thursday to accommodate early arrivals. With it being the first weekend in May, I suspect a lot of people may be interested in a little extra seat time. If you would be interested in testing on Thursday, let us know. Your feedback may help them make that decision. 2) Entries going 9.99 & quicker MUST have a valid NHRA competition license and the car must meet NHRA safety rules. So if you are an "IHRA-only" class car that falls into this category, please make plans to get it taken care of before the race. You can find information and forms regarding Transfers for current IHRA licenses here: http://www.nhraracer.com/content/gen...983&zoneid=175 __________________ Michael Beard - NHRA/IHRA 3216 S/SS

06-19-2013, 05:03 PM	#3
Michael Beard VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 4,060 Likes: 0 Liked 13 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Class Nationals event planning Loose Rocker Promotions, LLC is proud to announce that Ultimate Converter Concepts will be the naming rights sponsor on Sunday's Ultimate Converter Concepts Stock Eliminator $5K main event. Ultimate will also be posting contingency (decal display & product use required) for both the Stock and Super Stock $5K main events of $200 Win / $100 RU. Ultimate Converter Concepts aspires to build the highest quality custom torque converters on the market today. With one-on-one service and unequalled attention to detail during every step of the process. They will work with you to ensure that your combo is right for your needs, not something mass produced or "off the shelf". They endeavor to build long-term relationships with their customers -- something you can readily see, as Lenny is often at the race track, supporting his customers. __________________ Michael Beard - NHRA/IHRA 3216 S/SS

06-19-2013, 06:47 PM	#4
Dave Layer Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 93 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Class Nationals event planning Yes on the test & tune.

06-20-2013, 09:18 AM	#6
ss wannabee Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 663 Likes: 0 Liked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Class Nationals event planning Mike, thanks to you for putting on this event...and your efforts to make it the BEST EVER!!! I will be there...one way or another...hopefully with a race car.... Know that you've spent MANY hours putting together the racers' side of things... Wondering if you've had a chance to look at putting spectators in the stands? Not trying to be critical here...but just read the thread about the future of the sport... It's a tough task at best...given we're in the 21st Century...with so many "gizmo's" to take up our time... What are your thoughts on promoting this event for the spectators? Remember...some of these people could be entrants...in a future Class Nationals!

06-20-2013, 09:51 AM	#7
Michael Beard VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 4,060 Likes: 0 Liked 13 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Class Nationals event planning As I posted in one of those threads, "Guess we'll find out next spring... I plan to advertise the Northern Class Nationals toward a spectator market. New territory for me, but I believe there will be a return on investment, and I believe in THE SHOW -- that's you." Among the many things we talked about in our meeting at the track yesterday was looking into the various media markets in the area (radio, billboards, retail stores, online advertising, car shows, cross-promotion of events, etc.) From the get-go, I've expected to do distribution of discount spectator tickets. __________________ Michael Beard - NHRA/IHRA 3216 S/SS

06-20-2013, 03:59 PM	#8
Mark Yacavone Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Miles From Nowhere Posts: 7,832 Likes: 2,926 Liked 5,139 Times in 1,962 Posts	Re: Class Nationals event planning For those who don't know this... The original USCN did quite well, spectator wise, for this type of event. There were hardcore fans for all over the country in attendance. I suspect this will happen again. __________________ "We are lucky we don't get as much Government as we pay for." Will Rogers