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Time to move out of Novice class? SCCA

I have been to 4 autocross events. I got on the podium twice (2 out of 3 SCCA events) I lost 1st place by .08 seconds PAX this past sunday

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Old 07-10-2012, 10:02 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I have been to 4 autocross events. I got on the podium twice (2 out of 3 SCCA events)

I lost 1st place by .08 seconds PAX this past sunday in Novice class Final Results, #6 - Cone-A-Thon - Sun 07-08-2012

When do I "graduate"?



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Old 07-10-2012, 10:24 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Congrats. What is the requirement at NER for novice eligiblity?

I hate to burst your bubble, but you still need more time. You are going to get slaughter against some of the regulars.....
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That's exactly what I was thinking - I would no longer be competitive if I went into C Stock or even street tire class. Bubble is not burst -- it's just I have some people saying I shouldn't be in Novice anymore, and some people saying I should stick in there. I don't want to hustle my peers out of novice trophies, though
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You are on the right track, you are already better than most people. After four events, I think I was still on the bottom of the standing.

RWD street tire class is probably a better place for you. The competition doesn't seem as strong and you are not running a 2 sec disadvantage when someone brings in slicks. I have run against some of the guys in that class. Good driver, but definitely beatable.
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I run the novice program for our region and the rule is 6 events or when I tell you to move on. Most people take themselves out of rookie before either of those conditions take effect.

If you've been at the top of the rookies for 2 events I would probably say you are ready to go play with the big boys. Continuing on in the novice class will help you some but I guarantee you will improve faster if you start comparing your results to more experienced drivers.
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Thanks, all. Looking to get some Ventus R-S3s so maybe that would help my decision to leave novice
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We usually kick people out of Novice after about 4 events, especially if they are doing well. I agree that facing up directly against your competition you are likely to learn even more, some are even friendly and will give you competitive advice
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Thanks, all. Looking to get some Ventus R-S3s so maybe that would help my decision to leave novice
Oh yeah, best improvement you can do. The OEM tires suck
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