Well I think I am definately jinxed for the rest of the season now, thanks Scott and Steve!
Definately agree that staying out of trouble is key to building the laps. I would say most of the mardaves are very similar pace inc mine now that I have fitted a new motor. A few could probably benefit with some tweaks to the handling to make them a bit easier to drive. When the cars are easier to drive it gives gives greater flexibility to racing lines which helps when navigating the traffic.
On Friday I did have quite a few moments of shear luck and it is easy to trip over each other with lots of cars of varying abilities. I fully agree with Steve that 10 cars is a bit too busy on our track. We have discussed before that communication on the rostrum helps a lot to avoid collisions but with 10 drivers this is very difficult.
Probably about 6 cars is ideal like Steve says, maybe upto 8 when there are lots of cars. Also think that the fastest 1 or 2 heats should definately be mardave only, but I have no issue with the slowest heat being mixed with RWYB. If I was starting out I would have no issue with being in a mixed group and it is a practical approach as more than 5 heats in an evening makes things hectic.
It is good to see the popularity of the Mardave class and attracting new members to the club. I think most people are getting their cars set up ok but for those that have recently joined or just got a mardave or are still struggling with set up/ handling I will make some time during the next few rounds to fettle with peoples cars if they want and give some basic advice on setting up/ tuning the mardave. If anyone who wants a bit of help wants to come and find me during the first half of the meeting (say between 8 and 9) and I will see if I can help. I am sure that Steve and Craig and a few others are always willing to give some advice to. I am conscious that quite a few people don't read the forum so, Scott if you could please make an announcement (or I can) at the start of the meetings to let people know.
Paul
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