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Just in case you did not know, Warden law has a News letter,
The link is to be found at:
http://www.twkartclub.com
With all the up to date news.
Cheers
Trev
October 2008 Newsletter
Sunday 5th October 2008
Fantastic weather and a fantastic, record, turn-out. Thanks to all of you who took part! I was
pleased to see an improved grid of cadets as well as good entries in all other classes. Racing was
generally clean and free of incident which is always a bonus. I was concerned that the return of
drivers who have been competing in national championships would introduce a more aggressive
style of racing to the meeting but I was wrong. There was some excellent driving and fascinating
battles throughout the day. Congratulations to our Driver of the Day, Daniel Barber (Junior World
Formula), who has recently moved up from junior hire kart racing to WF.
The turnout emphasises to me that the format is about right. As you may know there is a lot of
thought being given to racing at Warden Law in 2009. The questionnaire we circulated last week
has resulted in 3 responses so far (hardly a significant sample!). More responses would be
appreciated. Believe me it is a hard decision for KNE to make as a move to MSA only racing would
probably result in a number of drivers not racing at Warden Law next year. Likewise some drivers
prefer MSA race meetings but would we get the grids? The much increased costs of staging an
MSA meeting combined with small grids makes it a difficult decision.
There were two instances of retaliation that were dealt with by Peter and myself on Sunday. While
they were different in nature the fact is that both verbal and physical attacks are completely
unacceptable. Please encourage your driver to understand that a complaints procedure exists i.e.
by talking to one of the Clerks after the race. Chasing another driver or ramming his kart will
always result in a penalty against the aggressor. Setting a good example as a parent is something
that one or two parents also need to take on board (in my opinion). Running up onto the gantry
and verbally abusing the Clerk is also out of order. Peter and I have worked together for at least 10
years. Clearly if the choice is to ban a driver (and his parent) or lose a valued member of staff, who
volunteers to Clerk and act as the only ARKS examiner in the north east without financial reward,
it is not a difficult decision to make.
Yet again Roland raised the issue of a few karts being poorly prepared with the brakes being
Roland’s main concern. Only this summer a Senior Max ended up in the car park as the brake pads
were worn down to the metal. Please prepare your kart properly or if time prevents you from
doing so ask Anton to do the job for you prior to the meeting.
Practice Sessions
We have seen several incidents recently during Sunday practice sessions caused by a driver
slowing excessively (often leaving the circuit) without raising a hand or leaving it far too late to do
so. If you know that you intend leaving the circuit raise your hand as you pass the start / finish line,
keep to the left, and slow down with your hand raised. Likewise if you lose a chain, seize the
engine etc etc whilst testing / racing raise your hand straight away to indicate to those behind that
you are slowing down.
The Kart Shop
The Kart Shop at Warden Law needs your help! There is a questionnaire attached to this
newsletter which we would appreciate being filled in and returned. There is a space for your
comments so please give us what feedback you can.
Particularly at this time of the year we try to run down kart tyre stocks so that we do not keep
stock for long periods of time over the winter. As “serious competitors” like to purchase newly
manufactured rubber it is a help if you pre order tyres during the week prior to a Race Day or
Sunday practice.
Anton can supply any type of new chassis and most pre owned karts at discounted prices. As a
major consumer of karts and kart parts we have good contacts in the trade. Why not give us a try
next time you are in the market for a replacement kart?
Remember…
Gift Vouchers are available now from the KNE reception or from The Kart Shop for the perfect Xmas gift.
Arson at Warden Law
On Saturday 20th September at around 10.30pm a fire started in our kart store adjacent to the LPG
tanks. The fire quickly spread to our workshop destroying our stores, tools, service records and
around 12 karts. Fortunately the business has overcome the set back and repairs will be complete
within the next two weeks. However to prevent a recurrence we would like to find out who was
behind the fire. Consequently I am offering a £500 reward to anyone providing me with the info
we need. Clearly we have suspicions about a small number of people but we need more than
suspicion. So if you have heard something that may help please give me a ring on 07720 405056 at
any time to speak to me in confidence.
KNE Championship and Winter Series
The final round of the 2008 championships takes place on Sunday 2nd November. Please direct any
queries regarding October’s championship points to Emma by the end of the month before the
final round.
We will be running a 3 round Winter Series with rounds being held on Sunday 7th December, 28th
December and 18th January 2009. Full details will be available at next month’s race day and in the
November newsletter.
Dates to Remember
Sunday 12th October Exclusive owner driver testing from 8am to 2pm
Sunday 26th October Exclusive owner driver testing from 8am to 2pm
Sunday 2nd November KNE Championship plus TWKC Championship for Minis & Juniors
As always, if you would like to comment on any aspect of the service we provide your feedback is appreciated. Please
forward your comments via email to info@kartingnortheast.com or by post to the address below.
Tyne & Wear Kart Club, Warden Law Motorsport Centre, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR3 2PR Tel: 0191 5214050
www.twkartclub.com
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