Loring 2010

[dickj]

I've already made my motel reservations.  C'mon Bob, when can we start making early registration.  I think you have enough "RSVPs" to fill the grid already!  I've got new tires on the trailer and am ready for the 5000 mile trip again!

DickJ
In East Texas

[Caveman]

Re: earlier summer possible dates.

If the primary concern about the endangered birds is sound pollution, how 'bout taking some decibel readings during racing?

I've spent plenty of time around jet engines, and even an uncorked nitro big-block isn't that bad by comparison.

Anyway, Bob, Bobby, Joe, Donna, Joe, Mark, and all the rest:  you can count the track steward in for '10.

I've already hatched a plan for an overdrive tranny for the '56 so I can get better than the 8.5mpg I did.

Who knows?  Erica (the 'cavegirl'!) might even come back for round two in '10!

Caveman Tony

[55chevr]

Track Steward Tony (Moose Spotter) ... Bob already questioned how did the birds make out when the B-52-s were flying in and out of Loring. The threatened / endangered species deal is insurmountable. The have a lot of clout and the plovers(?) have priority. We have to race around their mating season.

[sabat]

I thought the story was that they had recovered since the AFB closed, and then the area was declared a sanctuary. Wonder if any federal money is associated with protected areas?

[Bob Wanner]

Upland Sandpipers , affectionately called "Uppies" by birding enthusiasts, are inland versions of similar shore birds . They exist naturally in large native blueberry fields in southern Maine,and are practically common in the American Mid West.   After the Loring AFB was cut out of the pure forest of Aroostook County, they colonized the area quite comfortably. They do have nesting areas  on other airports in the area, and co exist with daily runway traffic. The Maine Inland Wildlife's concern is due to long term absence of traffic and mostly noise associated with it, the existing population on our runways might be frightend by any new presence and it would affect the nesting season which runs through the end of July.
As a migratory wildfowl. this bird is covered , and protected, by federal laws
We have a good relationship with the Wildlife folks, and feel they have been pretty accommodating toward our venture. We will continue to work with them towards improving conditions for both our causes.
Bob W

[roadracer]

Bob, whenever you can get the place we will be there.  It is simply the best place I've ever turned a wheel at and I can't wait to do it again.  I receive emails from people I met while there.  The excitement they still have from the event, and the hope for future events there is unbelievable.  You have a winner on your hands.  A winner for everyone LTA, local people and competitors.  Looking forward to next year.  Thanks again for what you all have done.

[Bob Wanner]

Thank You.
Obviously we agree with  your assessment of our venue. If we had a few more miles of pavement it would be the best, period.
I've described the place a few times, I'm sure everybody knows what we have.
Surface, seasonal temperatures, lodging, Safety, LTA organizational capacities, food, all worked out fine. Track length and venue remoteness are possibly the only negatives.
Make your own comparisons.
Watch this site, consider early pre registration as soon as available.
LTA/2010 will be amazing.
We  will address all possible shortcomings and intend to  make it as perfect a LSR event as possible. 
BOB W

[California Kid]

Bob,
        I'm in for 2010 . sign me up . My bags are packed .


Bill (CK)

[Bob Wanner]

Bring Money, we are charging you by the run next time !!!
Stay Safe, see ya then !!
Bob W

[entropy]

Thank You.
Obviously we agree with  your assessment of our venue. If we had a few more miles of pavement it would be the best, period.
I've described the place a few times, I'm sure everybody knows what we have.
Surface, seasonal temperatures, lodging, Safety, LTA organizational capacities, food, all worked out fine. Track length and venue remoteness are possibly the only negatives.
Make your own comparisons.
Watch this site, consider early pre registration as soon as available.
LTA/2010 will be amazing.
We  will address all possible shortcomings and intend to  make it as perfect a LSR event as possible. 
BOB W

no way track length is a negative, nope.

Maxton folk love Loring's width,
Texas folk love Loring's length.

width and length; size matters 

we all love Loring!!!

[Bob Wanner]

 

no way track length is a negative, nope.

Maxton folk love Loring's width,
Texas folk love Loring's length.

width and length; size matters 

we all love Loring!!!
 
 Sounds like the refrain to a C & W song.
This is getting suggestively pornographic.
If your LSR vehicle of choice is so well endowed it needs ......Nah, I can't do it.
Bob W
 

[saltwheels262]

three teams from cleveland area interested
in going to loring '10.

need confirmed dates to arrange vacation schedules.

franey

[entropy]

no way track length is a negative, nope.

Maxton folk love Loring's width,
Texas folk love Loring's length.

width and length; size matters 

we all love Loring!!!
 
 Sounds like the refrain to a C & W song.
This is getting suggestively pornographic.
If your LSR vehicle of choice is so well endowed it needs ......Nah, I can't do it.
Bob W
 

Bob,
My LSR vehicle is not only old & slow, its short & narrow (motorcycle).
Karl

[fredvance]

Thats bull, it may be old, but it's definitely not slow!!

  Fred

[entropy]

Thats bull, it may be old, but it's definitely not slow!!
  Fred

Thanks Fred, it does have its good days, when it can perform, kinda like me

Since you are coming to the Texas Mile as a spectator, TFA will have yr favorite neon green hot pants & umbrella ready for you.