[Crazy Canuck]

I don't know if it's the right section,
but I thought I would share how I'm feeling.

Basically, I love AutoX and I find it a great way to enjoy the car, and so forth.
I'm also OK at it and kick ass on some fast cars in my category as well.

There are a few things that makes me not enjoy it as much.
1. it's very political... full of BS
2. seat time is very minimal
3. can't be much more competitive unless I trailor another set of wheels w/ Hoosier dady.
4. I'd like to use more than just 1-2 gear.

I'm just thinking on focusing more on driving and seat time.
Am I the only one that thinks this or going through this kind of feelings ?

[Absolut Speed]

I certainly couldn't imagine running regularly with those regions who get 3-4 runs per event. We strive for 6, and usually get at least 5. That's enough to make it worth it for me. However, as mentioned, it'd be nice if I could run in stock without having to shell out hundreds in tires per season. I know that's its own argument though.

As far as the politics, at least at our region, it's pretty minimal. Being on the board probably helps keep it that way in my own perspective anyhow. Probably another function of being in a smaller region.

We're not the most competitive group in terms of talent, and we don't have many cars per class, but on the other hand, everyone pays more attention to the pax'd standings anyway.

I could see how in many other regions the cost-benefit ratio would get pretty crummy, but the risk-reward ratio can't be forgotten either. I love hpde's, but the potential cost/risk with open tracking versus autocross is never far from the front of my mind.

In the end, I'd probably concern myself less with auto-x and get more ramped up for hpde's if not for my region, including the 6 runs, the relative proximity, and the people. I've met some great people autocrossing and found myself fitting right in with the old regulars.