Seattle Divisional

Jim Caughlin · 06-01-2020, 07:21 PM

Not wanting to stir the pot but how do we run a divisional race when a significant portion of our Div 6 racers are from Canada and are not currently allowed to cross the border? Doesn't that skew the points in favor of the US racers a bit? Don't get me wrong, I want to race but how can this be fair?

Jim Caughlin
SS 6019

BKSG1198 · 06-01-2020, 07:34 PM

Its kind of the same here in D1, the first two races are at New England Dragway and Leb Valley which are two heavily contested events for the Canadians. I think that's the reason they did the 5 Divisional Races out of 7 can be others besides your home division.

Jody Lang · 06-01-2020, 09:43 PM

Jim, it’s my understanding there is no guarantee the border will open on June 21st. If it does open running this race might look like a bad idea. Let’s say like some predict that it doesn’t open before the double at Mission in Sept. Then it might look like it was the right decision. It’s a tough call either way. The Woodburn date says TBD at this point so who knows?
With our weather window up here being at about 4 months starting this month I believe it’s reached the canceling races stage with not enough available weekends left.

I feel Mission’s race is pushing the limits of a potential weather setback being rescheduled in mid September as it is. That’s a third of our races right there. I’ve been there for a few ET Finals in early Sept that were more than sketchy in completing. With one not finishing until Wednesday! Add a double to the mix and all we can do is cross our fingers.

No matter what happens it’s a season that’s going to have an asterisk next to it.

Jim what do you think is the best play if you had a say so?

Jim Caughlin · 06-02-2020, 11:17 AM

My vote would be forget the points for the entire season. Run whatever races are available as Natl Opens, NHRA rules including heads up runs, chance to set records and accumulate grade points. As things now stand, who would feel good about winning the Divisional championship with at least a third of our racers not having a fair chance?

Jim Caughin
SS 6019

G Schenck · 06-02-2020, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim Caughlin

My vote would be forget the points for the entire season. Run whatever races are available as Natl Opens, NHRA rules including heads up runs, chance to set records and accumulate grade points. As things now stand, who would feel good about winning the Divisional championship with at least a third of our racers not having a fair chance?

Jim Caughin
SS 6019

Why give up the Lucas money, some people would feel good about it.

Greg

MR DERBY CITY · 06-02-2020, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim Caughlin

My vote would be forget the points for the entire season. Run whatever races are available as Natl Opens, NHRA rules including heads up runs, chance to set records and accumulate grade points. As things now stand, who would feel good about winning the Divisional championship with at least a third of our racers not having a fair chance?

Jim Caughin
SS 6019

Life isn’t FAIR, sure wouldn’t be FAIR to the racers that can attend the races....

RULER · 06-09-2020, 01:53 AM

Everyone looking forward to a WET weekend?????

RULER · 06-09-2020, 01:59 AM

Everyone looking forward to a WET weekend?????

Carguy49 · 06-09-2020, 11:55 AM

I have been to the Divisional at Seattle for the past few years and loved every minute. With no spectators being allowed and the weather not looking favorable I guess I will find other things to do.

If, by chance, the race does happen good luck to all my friends that are there.

I hope to see you at a race very soon. Maybe the National Open at Bremerton?? It is to be run the week after Seattle.

Jim Caughlin · 06-09-2020, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Carguy49

I have been to the Divisional at Seattle for the past few years and loved every minute. With no spectators being allowed and the weather not looking favorable I guess I will find other things to do.

If, by chance, the race does happen good luck to all my friends that are there.

I hope to see you at a race very soon. Maybe the National Open at Bremerton?? It is to be run the week after Seattle.

Ron, hate to risk saying this in writing but can't you find someone to be 'essential crew' for that you could tag along with?

06-01-2020, 07:21 PM	#1
Jim Caughlin Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Woodburn, Or Posts: 684 Likes: 82 Liked 802 Times in 244 Posts	Seattle Divisional Not wanting to stir the pot but how do we run a divisional race when a significant portion of our Div 6 racers are from Canada and are not currently allowed to cross the border? Doesn't that skew the points in favor of the US racers a bit? Don't get me wrong, I want to race but how can this be fair? Jim Caughlin SS 6019

06-01-2020, 07:34 PM	#2
BKSG1198 VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Vineland, NJ Posts: 2,626 Likes: 96 Liked 1,283 Times in 392 Posts	Re: Seattle Divisional Its kind of the same here in D1, the first two races are at New England Dragway and Leb Valley which are two heavily contested events for the Canadians. I think that's the reason they did the 5 Divisional Races out of 7 can be others besides your home division.

06-01-2020, 09:43 PM	#3
Jody Lang Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 306 Likes: 28 Liked 89 Times in 28 Posts	Re: Seattle Divisional Jim, it’s my understanding there is no guarantee the border will open on June 21st. If it does open running this race might look like a bad idea. Let’s say like some predict that it doesn’t open before the double at Mission in Sept. Then it might look like it was the right decision. It’s a tough call either way. The Woodburn date says TBD at this point so who knows? With our weather window up here being at about 4 months starting this month I believe it’s reached the canceling races stage with not enough available weekends left. I feel Mission’s race is pushing the limits of a potential weather setback being rescheduled in mid September as it is. That’s a third of our races right there. I’ve been there for a few ET Finals in early Sept that were more than sketchy in completing. With one not finishing until Wednesday! Add a double to the mix and all we can do is cross our fingers. No matter what happens it’s a season that’s going to have an asterisk next to it. Jim what do you think is the best play if you had a say so?

06-02-2020, 11:17 AM	#4
Jim Caughlin Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Woodburn, Or Posts: 684 Likes: 82 Liked 802 Times in 244 Posts	Re: Seattle Divisional My vote would be forget the points for the entire season. Run whatever races are available as Natl Opens, NHRA rules including heads up runs, chance to set records and accumulate grade points. As things now stand, who would feel good about winning the Divisional championship with at least a third of our racers not having a fair chance? Jim Caughin SS 6019

06-09-2020, 01:53 AM	#7
RULER Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 221 Likes: 15 Liked 58 Times in 18 Posts	Re: Seattle Divisional Everyone looking forward to a WET weekend?????

06-09-2020, 01:59 AM	#8
RULER Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 221 Likes: 15 Liked 58 Times in 18 Posts	Re: Seattle Divisional Everyone looking forward to a WET weekend?????

06-09-2020, 11:55 AM	#9
Carguy49 VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Fife, Washington Posts: 1,976 Likes: 2,465 Liked 2,938 Times in 706 Posts	Re: Seattle Divisional I have been to the Divisional at Seattle for the past few years and loved every minute. With no spectators being allowed and the weather not looking favorable I guess I will find other things to do. If, by chance, the race does happen good luck to all my friends that are there. I hope to see you at a race very soon. Maybe the National Open at Bremerton?? It is to be run the week after Seattle. __________________ Ron McDowell - Did Race Every day is a Gift - Enjoy with family and friends.