Circuit Manager Job at Donington
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chevronb37 said:
That’s me, Jurbie.
It’s a huge job and will require everything I can throw at it. However, you can be assured that a devoted motor racing lover is in post. And I’m sure you’ll understand that I won’t be discussing anything particular about DP or MSV on here.
Belated congratulations on your appointment. I'm not racing or Clerking at Donington this year, may get chance to say hello next year.It’s a huge job and will require everything I can throw at it. However, you can be assured that a devoted motor racing lover is in post. And I’m sure you’ll understand that I won’t be discussing anything particular about DP or MSV on here.
Brands Hatch looking for new circuit manager as Mike Groves to leave MSV at end of season
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Edited by s p a c e m a n on Friday 3rd September 15:23
chevronb37 said:
That’s me, Jurbie.
It’s a huge job and will require everything I can throw at it. However, you can be assured that a devoted motor racing lover is in post. And I’m sure you’ll understand that I won’t be discussing anything particular about DP or MSV on here.
First time I've ever been aware of the circuit manager having a radio, never mind talking on it on Monday evening!It’s a huge job and will require everything I can throw at it. However, you can be assured that a devoted motor racing lover is in post. And I’m sure you’ll understand that I won’t be discussing anything particular about DP or MSV on here.
LucyP said:
The new manager is much more visible than most circuit managers, at race meetings. All credit to him for that. Great personality too.
Thank you, Lucy. Please feel free to introduce yourself next time you’re at DP. And I apologise if we’ve already spoken and I’ve forgotten your name :-Dchevronb37 said:
mcdjl said:
First time I've ever been aware of the circuit manager having a radio, never mind talking on it on Monday evening!
You guys did a great job that day; saying thank you was the least I could do! Please do come and say hello next time you’re at DP :-) chevronb37 said:
LukeBrown66 said:
I was joking obviously!!
Me too, Luke! It really is just about nice, stripey grass :-DNice to hear it form the horses mouth
ON a more serious note, at rallies at both venues I have seen chicanes and tyre barriers that heavily penalise and damage cars, simply to avoid them going on the grass, this I feel is a step too far, but I can understand the basis behind the decisions, i recall one poor guy in a very simple car, who made a simple mistake that meant a small spin onto grass and this meant he got a ton of damage, yes the mistake is his fault but on circuit rallies I do not feel that a simple mistake in a hugely open area should result in heavy damage just to preserve the bloody grass!!
ON a more serious note, at rallies at both venues I have seen chicanes and tyre barriers that heavily penalise and damage cars, simply to avoid them going on the grass, this I feel is a step too far, but I can understand the basis behind the decisions, i recall one poor guy in a very simple car, who made a simple mistake that meant a small spin onto grass and this meant he got a ton of damage, yes the mistake is his fault but on circuit rallies I do not feel that a simple mistake in a hugely open area should result in heavy damage just to preserve the bloody grass!!
LukeBrown66 said:
Nice to hear it form the horses mouth
ON a more serious note, at rallies at both venues I have seen chicanes and tyre barriers that heavily penalise and damage cars, simply to avoid them going on the grass, this I feel is a step too far, but I can understand the basis behind the decisions, i recall one poor guy in a very simple car, who made a simple mistake that meant a small spin onto grass and this meant he got a ton of damage, yes the mistake is his fault but on circuit rallies I do not feel that a simple mistake in a hugely open area should result in heavy damage just to preserve the bloody grass!!
My understanding is that the set up the rally furniture is down to the organising club and is set to keep the cars to an average of about 60mph. The lighter barriers get knocked down pretty quickly working following cars to short cut bits but are also useful for moving them when the next stage is a reverse one. The heavier stuff can also hide dangers like bits of Armco that would normally be facing down track that point at rally cars, though clearly not seeing the crash you mention that may not be the case!ON a more serious note, at rallies at both venues I have seen chicanes and tyre barriers that heavily penalise and damage cars, simply to avoid them going on the grass, this I feel is a step too far, but I can understand the basis behind the decisions, i recall one poor guy in a very simple car, who made a simple mistake that meant a small spin onto grass and this meant he got a ton of damage, yes the mistake is his fault but on circuit rallies I do not feel that a simple mistake in a hugely open area should result in heavy damage just to preserve the bloody grass!!
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