Sonoma County Crawlers

[JPH Racing]

Crispy: Cool pics! Looks like we'll have to give that spot some further wheeling in the future!

DH: Send me an e-mail and I'll add you to our crawler list!
(That offer goes for anyone reading this!)

Hellbent: How did the dig system work?? I'll be needing one too ... So keep me in mind!!! (PLEASE!)

Gonewheelin: Got your parts set aside, it's time to start the build! See-ya soon.

Noob: You know you're welcome anytime!

 

[JPH Racing]

Erik and Chris: How did you guys do at the comp??? That spot looks soooooo cool!

 

[gone_wheelin]

Has anyone ever noticed the rocks outside the Sears Auto Center at the Plaza? There are a lot of rocks out there. I wonder if we could get Sears permission for a small get together or just some free time crawling?

 

[Mad4Rnr]

Erik and Chris: How did you guys do at the comp??? That spot looks soooooo cool!

Poor to say the least. I 40'd the first and thrid stages and time'd out on the second. The terrrain was interesting becuase it was super grippy, like 10 grit sand paper. There was so much much traction that I had to relearn how to drive. Nice spot and super nice area though.

 

[sidewinder]

Has anyone ever noticed the rocks outside the Sears Auto Center at the Plaza? There are a lot of rocks out there. I wonder if we could get Sears permission for a small get together or just some free time crawling?

That is right by the creek path, you should take a look next time you are by there.

 

[JPH Racing]

Looking for some feedback guys ...
The crawler course in nearing completion and I'm wondering what to do about a get-together ... I could:

A) Have a fun run on it, with the full setup.
B) Have a fun run on a limits amount of the layout, as a teaser.
C) Host a fun comp right from the start.
D) Host a full out comp right from the start.

I'd like to do a 3 comp series, with the best 2 out of 3 counting towards some awards. But, I concerned that not everyone is interested in comping their rig... I want this to be fun and cool for everyone!

So, what do you think? How do I start things guys?
Jake

 

[hellbentrodder]

Looking for some feedback guys ...
The crawler course in nearing completion and I'm wondering what to do about a get-together ... I could:

A) Have a fun run on it, with the full setup.
B) Have a fun run on a limits amount of the layout, as a teaser.
C) Host a fun comp right from the start.
D) Host a full out comp right from the start.

I'd like to do a 3 comp series, with the best 2 out of 3 counting towards some awards. But, I concerned that not everyone is interested in comping their rig... I want this to be fun and cool for everyone!

So, what do you think? How do I start things guys?
Jake

I think the fun run is the way to go first to get an idea of who wants to compete, then kick off the 3 comp series. Can't wait to run this course.

 

[dhoffroad]

dos'nt realy matter to me too much. but if you are planing on that 3 comp series then what the heck just start out full bore....

any idea on a time frame as to when this may happen ??

 

[CRAWLIN 4 FUN]

Fun run sounds good to start , just to see where everyone is at with there rig , I know mine is not comp ready . Jake have you heard from your motor guy down south .

 

[Mad4Rnr]

Jake - I'd say start with a GTG and use that to promote the Comp. series. Either way I'm there with all my rigs. - Erik

 

[Mad4Rnr]

Other GTG or comp worth spots?

So anyone ever been to Crane Creek on Pressley Rd?

Also heard about a spot on Calistoga Rd. where it ends, behind a gas station on the right, sound familiar anyone?

Map of recent Norcal comp spots:
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&...231708,-122.412527&spn=0.002042,0.003616&z=18

Map of possible North Bay crawl spots:
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&...937895671933321268.000440bd719a3ccc04502&z=10

 

[JPH Racing]

Thanks for the input guys. I'd like to hear from more guys. If we do a GTG, then I think I'll just bring a limited amount of course for testing. I'll save the whole course for the comps.

I have a panel at the shop right now. Dan wheeled it a little to test for me. This one's been sprayed with bed liner, for a different surface. The panel will be at the shop for a day or two, bring a rig and a radio and give it a try!

Crawlin': Got an order of KC Racing motors in. 45, 50 and 60 turn motors.

Mad4Rnr: Crane creek is good in the summer, when the creek is dry. But, watch out for the rangers, they'll give you the boot for having anything R/C in their park!

 

[JPH Racing]

Travis and Mike stopped by the shop and did a quick session today. Here's what this panel looks like ..... I'm gonna make another one with the bed liner coating, it's working great.

 

[JPH Racing]

try this again, with the pics (hopefully)

 

[JPH Racing]

Crawlin' came by and tried his super on the panel this afternoon .... His comment was "It's much harder than it looks!" (the pic is his rig)

Crispy also tried his 2.2 tuber on it ... but, his hired driver took out a drive line asap.

 

[Crispychiknhead]

And the sad thing about that driveline, the so called "driver" called that he would break something. lol

 

[NoobCrawler]

Can't wait to tackle the whole course!

 

[gone_wheelin]

Jake - Those are looking pretty good.

I think a GTG might be a good idea to do first. This way we can see if they need to be "tweaked" at all before having a comp.

 

[hellbentrodder]

Had a chance to play on the panel a little today.......lots of fun. Can't wait to see the whole course together. Thanks again Jake.

 

[JPH Racing]

Fun stuff today guys ... 3 rigs wheelin' it, with people watching. This one panel kept Lance, Peter and Mark busy for some time ... And little Nathan too!