2013 Championship Planning
[FONT=Arial] Even though the 2012 Mystt F1000 National Championship has yet to be decided, it’s time to start planning for 2013 and continuing the growth we experienced through 2011. As I see it, there are two possible paths to increasing interest in F1000 and growing participation. One path is to create an independent pro series run in conjunction with a reputable, well-established professional group. The second is to create a “pro” series within SCCA Club Racing that focuses on 4 or 5 double nationals at exciting tracks and high-profile events, possibly even paying additional fees to ensure a Formula 1000-only run group. At this point, I would like to get everyone’s input on the pros and cons of either and gauge the level of interest and commitment to either option.
Pro Series run with an established series
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- Sanctioned by SCCA Pro
- F1000-only run group
- Possible live T&S and live audio
- Consistent race staff (same people at every event)
- Total control over race operations
- Considered more of a stepping stone than Club Racing
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- likely higher entry cost than club racing
- finishes don’t count toward Runoffs entry
Series run within Club Racing
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- Finishes would count toward Runoffs qualification
- Cost the same as National race entry
- Possible individual run groups (would mean added cost)
- No need for additional race staff (would use region staffing)
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- Individual run group could add to the cost
- Less control over race operations (we would be at the mercy of the Chief Steward, which would be different at each race)
- Slightly less flexibility in scheduling
Please note that only exploratory discussions have been held regarding either of these paths, nothing has been decided at this point. The direction that the 2013 F1000 National Championship takes will depend on which option has more support from the F1000 community. That’s why I’m asking for your feedback now.
I realize that there will be plenty of public discussion here but I would like to hear comments privately if you don't want your opinions made public. Please feel free to contact me via e-mail or phone.
Thanks!
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The West Coast model works
In my opinion the way the West Coast Series model has shaped up is working. It is a simple model and most likely will only get better.
About the only thing I would like to see on the West Coast would be one high profile Pro Race at a venue that could attract some of the East Coast cars. I would be willing to pay a premium entry fee for something like this.
Credit to Thomas Copeland and Nicholas Belling for having the vision to keep it real.