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Old Aug 28, 2001 | 05:40 PM
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Earlier in the year I organised a karting session for some of the West Yorks gang. We are now going to run another one, provisional date Saturday 20 October.

In a folourn attempt to get drivers who have the capacity to outrun a Granny in a Bathchair and do not have a rubber fettish which compells close physical relationships with a tyre wall. I've decided to check if anyone is interested in introducing a modicum of skill to the previous spectacle of mayhem.

Location Lancashire, Cost approx £30

P S The previous performance was so dire that a number of WOMEN are threatening to participate

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Old Aug 28, 2001 | 06:22 PM
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Banshi,
I'll have some more of the same, and may even try and sample the rubber on every corner like last time. :

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Old Aug 28, 2001 | 06:26 PM
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<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:<HR><B>
so dire that a number of WOMEN are threatening to participate [/quote]

Oooh, careful there mate, you know what they're like (they would probably beat us!)

I will let you know when I get back to work.

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Old Aug 28, 2001 | 06:57 PM
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I wonder wot mods I can get on the cart then ( rollcage eh martin perhaps ! )
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Old Aug 28, 2001 | 07:27 PM
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We'll be there, after all I have to defend my title
See ya soon...Mr&Mrs CRAFT
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Old Aug 28, 2001 | 08:38 PM
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Ah usual suspects then!
Must put a link into the Midlands forum, even the Staffs lot should be able to manage 250cc and 50 mph

Mellow if Dreamweaver gets behind your kart I think some heavy duty armourfend on the rear would be appropriate

Craft found the pic of your "five mins of fame"
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Old Aug 28, 2001 | 11:07 PM
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Banshi
Ill have some of that this time.
Ill start the diet tomorrow to increase my
power to weight ratio.


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Old Aug 28, 2001 | 11:12 PM
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<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:<HR>Must put a link into the Midlands forum, even the Staffs lot should be able to manage 250cc and 50 mph<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Not sure about that - any chance of a limiter being installed?

I would like to implore those participants weighing less than 15 stone to move onto a high pie content diet, so they are not so fast out of the corners.

Thank you for your co-operation.

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Old Aug 29, 2001 | 09:49 AM
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<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:<HR>Originally posted by MichelleWRX1994:
<B> I am used to karts that top 70mph
Michelle. [/quote]

Tesco must be using WD40 on the wheels nowdays, have they put Armco down the aisles as well?

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Old Aug 29, 2001 | 08:08 PM
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Defo up for this again - a great event, though banshi kept spinning in front of me

A la Craft, I too have to defend my third place crown

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Old Aug 29, 2001 | 08:37 PM
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I'm up for it but need a definite date before i confirm as work often gets in the way of play!!! Can probably bring one or two mates as well. Is it indoor or out? pumpers.
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Old Aug 30, 2001 | 12:00 PM
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pumpers:
Outdoor in October's a bit of a gamble m8, but we are considering one. Date is fairly solid as we've already got the minimum number of drivers.
I just need a little lattitude before I place me hard earned up front
Bring along whoever u want but the emphasis is on entertainment not competition.
i.e out of the kart it's smiles not scowls, in the kart well thats a different matter ain't it DW
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Old Aug 30, 2001 | 07:41 PM
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Could be interested, let me know when and were.
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Old Aug 30, 2001 | 07:53 PM
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banshi, can make the 20th october. lets do it outside!! a bit of water never hurt anyone!! ( he says, spinning out of control!!! ) Let me know if it's on , times and how far I have to drive from Manchester!! Pumpers.
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Old Aug 31, 2001 | 11:22 AM
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Hi Mate

I'm interested if you keep to that date.
Just let us know where.I'll see if I can drag a few mates along aswell.

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Old Aug 31, 2001 | 11:45 AM
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Banshi: Yep, I can make the 20th October so count me in

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Old Aug 31, 2001 | 07:55 PM
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Well I missed the last cos I was at Santa pod getting beaten up the strip so I better turn up at this one and show you all how to go on

Bob

PS I have a 40cc minimoto that does 45mph, hey can I bring that too?

PPS definately think we should go with the under fifteen stone pie munching diet
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Old Sep 1, 2001 | 12:29 PM
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OK 20th it is, venue reserved kick off at 4 p.m.

Pumpers, Manchesters a big place mate so depends where your start point is, a gallon of SUL should see u there and back

You may not be worried about the rain but what about my arthritis? Anyway I don't need wet weather to make a prat of myself.

CW be good to see u there. But the ladies as gon suddenly quiet methinks

Bobbie, I'll check with the venue about a little interval entertainment. I may be able to round up a couple more, would u like me to invite a 12 year old to show you how it's done Of course I'm talking about driving!

I'm off in search of a suntan so limited communication for a couple of weeks. Will e mail details direct to all participants when I return.

25 so far another few drivers will make a classic event so maintain the momentum in my absence.

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Old Sep 1, 2001 | 07:42 PM
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You would have to choose a day wher i have to work wouldn't you that means i can't take part :-( I suppose i will have to take the day off because i can't let Heather paticipate on her own again can i?
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Old Sep 2, 2001 | 08:22 PM
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Banshi

Of all the dates in all the year. Got to take the wife to see Depeche Mode in concert. Nextime.....

TONY
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Old Sep 2, 2001 | 09:42 PM
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<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:<HR>Originally posted by tonybooth:
<B>Banshi

Of all the dates in all the year. Got to take the wife to see Depeche Mode in concert. Nextime.....

TONY[/quote]

Shucks, Uncle Tony can't make it. Gives the rest us of a chance then...

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Old Sep 3, 2001 | 07:08 PM
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Pumpers, the venue is only down the road from birch services(NM6) about another 20 mins drive. Gladly meet up with ya at birch west if you want?

See ya soon..

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Old Sep 5, 2001 | 05:54 PM
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Old Sep 6, 2001 | 01:16 PM
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I have 4-5 places left Sunday 1pm 9th September at Warrington Speedkarting if anybody is interested. This is on the full circuit cost £35.00 each. e-mail me or phone 07802 364498
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Old Sep 18, 2001 | 08:56 PM
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Evening folks, I’ve just about recovered from my hols, read my e mail and caught up with the latest on Scoobynet

Current position is 25 drivers, plus 4 maybes. There should be a few ladies to provide moral support for Heather, not that she needs it! But surprise surprise Little Miss and her girlfriend can’t make it,
AGAIN. Saturday afternoon = Tesco ?

A couple of rules for the day.

1. Marshals are there to ensure a safe and enjoyable day obey the flags and their instructions.

2. If you are overtaken by one of Mellows outriders or an adoring fan in pursuit. Don’t identify them on a public forum and deliver a diatribe on performance car control and road safety.

If you are unhappy with any issues on the day discuss it with the event manager.
He will be present throughout and wear identification.
In the absence of a badge he can be easily recognised, beside him there will be a large guy with a broken nose wearing a dark suit and carrying a baseball bat.

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Old Sep 18, 2001 | 09:01 PM
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If I could have arranged a day return from the "Costa" I would have been there

Next time maybe.

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Old Sep 18, 2001 | 09:13 PM
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Junior,

Work to live or live to work? I'm sure the Group Captain will arrange transport and could be persuaded to sponsor a potential Formual 1 star, just mention J Button.

Tony
Sorry to pick a bad date, we had a discussion at the BBQ and most people were available. It will leave a couple more places available on the A final grid this time Enjoy the concert cu next time m8

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<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:<HR>Originally posted by banshi:
<B>2. If you are overtaken by one of Mellows outriders or an adoring fan in pursuit. Don’t identify them on a public forum and deliver a diatribe on performance car control and road safety.

If you are unhappy with any issues on the day discuss it with the event manager.
He will be present throughout and wear identification.
In the absence of a badge he can be easily recognised, beside him there will be a large guy with a broken nose wearing a dark suit and carrying a baseball bat.

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ROTFLMAO

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Old Sep 18, 2001 | 10:57 PM
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Thanks mate, just as I was trying to stay behind the scenes, ah well who cares, bring the kit cars on I say.....as Winston once said (not) we'll beat them on the corners and take them on the straights, every last one of em !

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Old Sep 19, 2001 | 11:27 AM
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Mr Mellow (We are not worthy) Yellow.

Sir,
May I respectfully suggest that if the term low profile is ever used it will certainly relate to the vehicle tyres not the driver.
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