Originally Posted by
Car54
Just curious SMB, but do you think charging double for that many runs (and not really working the course) would still make it viable for folks?
Not sure if it's just me, but I'd be glad to pay $50-$60 for that many runs and no corner-working. You're getting a lot more for your money, and your time. Some people will spend $35 for entry fee, $30 for fuel to and from, plus food, etc. for about 6-8 runs an entire day, plus working the course, etc. For $20-$30 more, you are getting a lot more out of your day and your money. Like I said, that's the first time I left an event where I felt completely satisfied and got as many runs as I wanted. I got all the autocross outta me that day, lol.
I think it will be better too for those that don't have an entire day to run, and they can leave around lunch without feeling guilty. Some people don't like to stick around all day, especially when it's real hot out. They'll get an entire normal days worth of runs in the AM without being obligated to work the corners in the afternoon runs.
Easy justification for a price increase IMO. Hell, I think SCCA is now $45 or $50 for their standard non-member entry fee for a Solo 2 event, and thats 6-8 runs and course working.
Also, maybe this is going a bit off topic, but I like how you incorporated the event with the PBOC novice class, and getting them some "car control" skills from auto-X before they hit the track? It might not be a bad idea to approach clubs like Chin to see what they think about the concept. It would give the novices more seat time during their downtime between sessions, more training before hitting the track, and another selling point for the club. Plus, that might help absorb some of the facility costs? Just a wild idea.