As you all seemed to enjoy the last event so much we have decided to run with the format for the rest of this year and the next event will be on 7 Jun 08, again at Wellington.

If you missed the last one there are some details here:

DDC 29 Mar 08

The rules and regs from last time remain the same ie:

There will NOT be a class system but there will be some vehicle restrictions.

These are primarily:
1. Your Vehicle must have current road tax, Insurance and an MOT.
2. Maximum Tyre size of 33" tall (255/85R16 equivalent).
3. No Simex Style tread patterns, eg FEDIMAs, INSA TURBOs etc.
4. All vehicles must have suitable front and rear recovery points.
A standard fitted towbar is adequate for a rear recovery point. Front recovery points should be a minimum of JATE rings on each chassis leg if a dedicated suitable winch point has not been fitted. Lashing eyes are NOT acceptable. All tow hitches, whether front or rear mounted, should be bolted to the vehicle (not welded) and must be fitted with spreader plates.)
5. Kinetic Energy Recovery Ropes (KERR) are NOT permitted.

In addition you must comply with my standard rules and regs detailed here

The day is designed to be fun and with luck we will have better weather than last time around! I know it was a little wet by lunch time!

The cost is £45 per vehicle, you must pre-register to enter and you can do that by following the links here;

DDC Entry form or emailing me for details.

Those registered will receive directions, timings and scrutineering instructions via email approx 1 week before the event.

Please note that i am away from early May until 22 May so you will not get a reply until after the 22 May if you register within that period.

Entries to date:

1. Jos Greenhow

1. Jos Greenhow
2. Jeroen Van-De-Hoft
3. Ian Gildersleeve

James, as my driver last time won't be playing that day I can marshall if you require.

What about the bus driver ....................... he can still take pictures whilst he drives and / or bitches (or both at the same time )





Ian

I think his intention is to compete in his trialer

thats my understanding too.

marshalling would be great - yes please.

Darren Church now entered as well.

Great,, now he will see,,, its not so easy when being shouted orders from the outside,
Shame i am away

James,

Put me down as a Marshal matey... if only to watch Mr Church....


Matt

I will be attending, if uni work doesn't get in the way, which hopefully it won't.
Really enjoyed last time, can't wait for the next one.

There is a high probability I won't have a co-driver for this one, will that be an issue? I mean I managed to hit a tree WITH a co-driver last time....

Just turn up. Im sure there will be a willing body around who will co pilot for you.

3.5- Co-drivers are a rather useful accompanyment to off roading- at the very least you can blame them when it all goes wrong!! I am sure there must be someone out there who will ride shotgun for you for the day- someone who would otherwise just come and watch... why not get involved??!!

I am going to be missing this one due to being at Eastnor for the LRW show- shame because I really enjoyed marshalling the last one!

If anyone is thinking about having a bash at challenge events or indeed just wants some excellent off roading for a day then this is the event for you to have a go at... Just be careful that you don't get hooked on it and end up coming back for more!

I would offer Sam, but I am helping Darren's winchman out (it's his 16 year old son!) as well as Marhsalling, keeping an eye on India and picking up the peices of Ian's vehicle/winch when he breaks it

How about asking Charles 'The Bish' Bishop he has little on his plate at the moment apart from a few minor vehicle issues and in his time could get anything stuck anywhere, anytime and with maximum effect

Good idea, if he doesn't see this thread beforehand, I'll ask when I finally get these spreader plate measurements measured and sent on Saturday.

This is of course if there is a good enough turn out!

Ahhh I see the beardy one is touting my services..... Hmmm, I think his doddery old brain is confusing his ability to get people stuck with his own! Remember Les at Burnworthy....

Unfortunately, the "little on my plate" that beardy refers to is actualy a 90 with the wrong engine and gearboxes in, wrong axles under it, cage to make and a rear cross member to replace.... did I mention that SWMBO is also waiting for it to be back on the road...

This means unfortunately that my biatching services will not be available - if I had the time to be there I would actually be entering to give the 90 a shake down!

If you get me those plate dimensions I should be able to make them up over the weekend though

Charles if you pulled your finger out you could have it finished by next monday night!

Burnworthy.......Ahhhh...I Remember it well

That's pretty good going for an old codger like you Lesmond!!

I currently have 4 people registered for this event,

Sam Woodbury
Jeroen Van Der Hoft
Ian Gildersleeve
Darren Church

I know there are some dates clashes and a fair few cant make it due to this (Eastnor Show etc). The current intention is to allow the entry to remain open until the 1 Jun and if there are still insufficient entries to cover the costs then the event will be canceled.

I have sent an email to those registered above with options to roll fwd the entry to the next event, do a DRD on the 7th instead or have a full refund.

It would be a shame to cancel the event as i think there are certainly people out there who would enjoy the day.

So if your thinking about entering then let me know please in the next week.

James

If it still goes ahead then I'm still free to marshall. Has Dave not paid up yet? I only spoke to him this weekend and he still seemed keen.

James,

If it goes ahead I will definatley be there.

Come on guys- James needs a few more entries to make this another top event.

Take a look at the pictures and write up of the last one on his website... It really was an excellent event enjoyed by all those that came- I enjoyes it and I was only marshalling!

I could be up for this now. I'll print off an entry form and let you know asap...

Excellent- are there any others from your area/ club that would be up for a having a go?- if you are travelling you could always make a weekend of it!

THIS EVENT IS NOW CANCELLED.

I am hoping its just bad planning on my part and a date clash, but due to low numbers on the take up for this event, this event is now cancelled.

Those that have already entered should of had an email from me regarding your refund.

The next DDC is planned at Wellington for the 4 October 08.

It is a real shame that this event has had to be cancelled due to lack of takers...

I hope there will be more interest in the one in October as it is an ideal starter for those who want to do something different with their vehicles but don't feel ready or equipped for a full on challenge event.

Would it be viable to arrange one if there's enough interest, like a DRD?
What about the 21st, are there any shows or events on then?

Sam, you will have to wait until the 4 Oct i am afraid for a DDC.

Drive Round Days i can sort if there is enough interested - i need 6 vehicles. Cant do the 21/22nd.

Ah ok, thought it was worth asking.