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Discussion in 'Chicago' started by tifosi12, Feb 21, 2006.

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  1. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #1 tifosi12, Feb 21, 2006
    Mark your calendars and reserve your seat here for the 3rd annual FOC indoor gokart racing event: Saturday, March 18 at 2pm - 4pm (2pm sign-up and instructions, 3pm racing for an hour)

    Cost is $ 80 per person, which you can pay to me by check. You have to be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license. There is no alcohol permitted before the race.

    As in previous years we will be doing 3 qualifying races and one final race for trophies. We need a minimum of 8 drivers and we can accomodate up to 20 drivers. Last year it was a sell-out event, so I suggest you reserve your seat ahead of time.

    Find more information about the location etc: http://www.chicagoindoorracing.com/directions.asp

    Driver Lineup:
    Dave
    Andreas
     
  2. RocketBoy

    RocketBoy Formula 3

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    #2 RocketBoy, Feb 21, 2006
    My wife and I would be happy to go. Hopefully the weather will cooperate. Regardless, I look forward to seeing everyone again as last meeting at the slot car was great. Friendly and wonderful crew as usual and you made the wife and I feel very welcome. I am quite amazed at the endless amount of toys Andreas has... I hope Frank and Franky Jr show as I promise to bring little man a sample from work. Bill vs Rick, I think would be a great matchup but more hype than hate fortunately... Looking forward to it.

    RocketBoy

    PS: Andreas, if you go early for practice time, let me know.
     
  3. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #3 tifosi12, Feb 21, 2006
    Current driver lineup:
    Rocketboy
    Katie
    Dave
    Andreas

    The only "practice" I've planned is in a NASCAR :) I believe Vince is thinking about doing some practice laps. Shhht!
     
  4. bill365

    bill365 F1 Rookie

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    #4 bill365, Feb 22, 2006
    Me too! Me too!
     
  5. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #5 tifosi12, Feb 22, 2006
    Woohoo! I was hoping you'd join again. We need that changing room battle with the marshalls after the runs.
    :)
     
  6. sklitz11

    sklitz11 Formula Junior

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    #6 sklitz11, Feb 22, 2006
    Practice laps???? Me????

    I'm going to have to drop 20 lbs to be in the running for this event.
    Maybe I will have to take a light fuel load to be able to run with you guys.


    Thanks.

    Vince
     
  7. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #7 tifosi12, Feb 22, 2006
    Refueling while in the sin bin? A new strategy!

    Current driver lineup:
    Vince
    Billiam
    Rocketboy
    Katie
    Dave
    Andreas

    Two more people and we have the minimum requirement.
     
  8. MikeAR303

    MikeAR303 Formula 3

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    #8 MikeAR303, Feb 22, 2006
    Believe it or not, being extremely light has its disadvantages as well. Lighter guys tend to have a lot less grip to work with.
     
  9. FerrariFrank1

    FerrariFrank1 F1 Rookie

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    #9 FerrariFrank1, Feb 22, 2006
    Frankie and I will be there. No Racing for me....:( And if anyone wants to bring their kids along. There is a really cool Arcade there with mostly Racing themed Video games. TONS of them! Will keep the lil' ones busy all afternoon....:) Also Pool tables, A Bar, Food,(which is pretty good) Plus watching their Parent Race the Go Karts from the glass surrounded Lounge/Seating area up above.
     
  10. Daytona Rick

    Daytona Rick Formula 3

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    #10 Daytona Rick, Feb 22, 2006
    Ok Bill, you didn't make it in time for our grudge slot car race so should we try for a 2 lap kart race instead. I hope to be there. It's on my calendar how about you? Winner gets bragging rights, no pink slips.
     
  11. SpyderGirl

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    #11 SpyderGirl, Feb 22, 2006
    Bill365 will be there?!?! Well I have to go now, We both need to have someone to blow off steam with ;) LOL

    I was not planning to go, but I did have a blast last year...so count me in.
    Chelle too...we need a speed bump out there :)

    Out of curiosity...did anyone else have a hard time moving the next day after the races last year?...or have bruises on you back and legs? The day after the races last year, I looked like I was beat with a bag of quarters! I sure got tossed about in that seat and could not sit all the way back or I could not hit the gas. I looked for a way to move the seat, but I did not find any. :(
     
  12. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #12 tifosi12, Feb 23, 2006
    If you have a few extra pounds like me you fill that seat in nicely and don't get tossed around. :)

    I wasn't so bad the following day, but I sure was at the end of my physical rope after the four stints. I remember my forearms being lifeless.
     
  13. Huskerbill

    Huskerbill F1 Rookie

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    #13 Huskerbill, Feb 23, 2006
    Nuts!!

    I think I am going to be in Hawaii then. Not sure, but I think so.
     
  14. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #14 tifosi12, Feb 23, 2006
    Powerslide off Mr. Robins' manicured lawn for me please.
     
  15. SpyderGirl

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    #15 SpyderGirl, Feb 23, 2006
    I gained a few pounds over this past year, so maybe it wont be too bad. :)And come to think about it, my arms and my hands/fingers were sore too. Need a good grip on that steering wheel the whole time...it sure was a blast, cant wait for this year!
     
  16. bill365

    bill365 F1 Rookie

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    #16 bill365, Feb 23, 2006
    What, me worry??? :D
    I wasn't feeling too bad afterward, but I really could have used a shower!!!
    I didn't have any problem remotely similar to that. How could I, when I'm comfortably seated like Andre the Giant in a clown car!! :D
     
  17. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #17 tifosi12, Feb 23, 2006
    Current driver lineup:
    Haley
    Chelle
    Billiam
    Rocketboy
    Katie
    Dave
    Andreas

    Potential candidates:
    Vince
    Rick
     
  18. SpyderGirl

    SpyderGirl Formula Junior

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    #18 SpyderGirl, Feb 23, 2006
    Yeah, I was not expecting it to be such a workout! :) And I dont think Andre the Giant is too accurate...more like Cactus Jack without the 2x4 wrapped in constantine wire...hmmm...or with?!?! ;)
     
  19. jdl308

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    #19 jdl308, Feb 24, 2006
    TwinOne and TwinTwo (Bob and Dave) are in!
     
  20. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #20 tifosi12, Feb 24, 2006
    Great! That gives us even more than the requiremed minimum, so the event is definitely on!

    Current driver lineup:
    Bob
    Dave (T2)
    Haley
    Chelle
    Billiam
    Rocketboy
    Katie
    Dave B.
    Andreas

    Potential candidates:
    Vince
    Rick
    Mike Z.
     
  21. Formula 1

    Formula 1 Formula 3

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    #21 Formula 1, Feb 28, 2006
    You don't have to ask me twice....IM IN :)
     
  22. chitown dave

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    #22 chitown dave, Feb 28, 2006
    I'm interested - but the link doesn't work.

    Where is it?
     
  23. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #23 tifosi12, Feb 28, 2006
    Link works for me.

    Buffalo Grove
     
  24. bill365

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    #24 bill365, Feb 28, 2006

    Links, I like links... sizzlin' sausage with my eggs, hot links smothered in maple syrup with my pcakes. Oh yeah! They work for me!
     
  25. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #25 tifosi12, Feb 28, 2006
    I like 'em with a 5 iron dog leg to the right.
    :)
     
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