Is there a registration form for the jisc 2008 season and form for the harrow club as i just been to clubracer.co.uk but its still 2007, im in no rush but just wanted to strike while the iron was hot so to speak
also tried to click the link for the race licence but this comes up page cannot be displayed
maybe all the info could be made a sticky for sprint newbies like myself :-D
cheers Trev
jisc registration
Hi Trev.
Good suggestion about keeping the info together, once it's been gathered, and then maybe locking the thread to prevent the usual drifting to other things. :roll: It may be worth Spence starting a thread where only the guys, like yourself, who are just starting out can ask the questions and only Spence answer them. That way you have it from the horse's mouth, so to speak.
Here's the MSA page for the licence form & notes:
http://www.msauk.org/site/cms/contentVi ... tegory=656
You want a Speed events, non race National B licence for
Good suggestion about keeping the info together, once it's been gathered, and then maybe locking the thread to prevent the usual drifting to other things. :roll: It may be worth Spence starting a thread where only the guys, like yourself, who are just starting out can ask the questions and only Spence answer them. That way you have it from the horse's mouth, so to speak.
Here's the MSA page for the licence form & notes:
http://www.msauk.org/site/cms/contentVi ... tegory=656
You want a Speed events, non race National B licence for
carlosrex wrote:I agree too, im gonna be competing but really not sure what im doing!
It's quite straightforward, once you've done it a few times but first time is confusing.
Take a look through the earlier posts and just post up on here what bits you don't understand and someone will point you in the right direction. Don't worry if they seem stupid questions, we've all probably asked them at least twice
It may help to explain a little of how it works.
The UK Motor Sports Association (MSA) is the governing body for all motor sports and set down the regulations by which competitions are held. Individual clubs need to be affiliated to the MSA and abide by the regs. to be eligible to organise and hold meetings. The individual clubs group together, usually by area and each organises two sprints a year and invite the group's members to enter. On the back of this, various championships are organised to make things a bit more interesting. One of these is the Japanese Intermarque Sprint Championship (JISC) and is open to anyone entering a Japanese car (conforming to certain criteria) another is the Assoc. of Eastern Motor Clubs (AEMC), etc.
To be able to compete in sprints, hillclimbs etc. you need an MSA Non Race National B competition licence for Speed events. This is a basic licence obtained from the MSA by visiting their website (link above) and filling out the form. Enclose a cheque and passport type photograph and that's it. No medical required. Your licence will arrive in approx. 3 weeks and will include a copy of The Blue Book (or bible) which lays down the conditions which must be met for car, driver, etc. to be eligible to compete.
You also need a crash helmet to the appropriate British Standard (look for thread on 'Lids') and pair of fire-proof overalls. The cheapest are Proban single layer which, unless your car's an incendiary device, will be quite adequate if funds are tight, otherwise you can spend silly money on 3 layer lightweight Nomex jobbies. You won't need boots or gloves, it's your choice.
Now you have the licence, overalls and Helmet (and car, presumably), you need to join a club or as many as you like. For JISC we join The Harrow Car Club (HCC). Membership of the HCC provides everything necessary to compete in plenty of events, including those held by other clubs and, among others, the JISC championship.
Hopefully, that should get you started in the right direction. It's fairly basic and possibly inaccurate in places but someone will correct any errors
HTHs and don't be afraid to ask Qs
See you in March
The UK Motor Sports Association (MSA) is the governing body for all motor sports and set down the regulations by which competitions are held. Individual clubs need to be affiliated to the MSA and abide by the regs. to be eligible to organise and hold meetings. The individual clubs group together, usually by area and each organises two sprints a year and invite the group's members to enter. On the back of this, various championships are organised to make things a bit more interesting. One of these is the Japanese Intermarque Sprint Championship (JISC) and is open to anyone entering a Japanese car (conforming to certain criteria) another is the Assoc. of Eastern Motor Clubs (AEMC), etc.
To be able to compete in sprints, hillclimbs etc. you need an MSA Non Race National B competition licence for Speed events. This is a basic licence obtained from the MSA by visiting their website (link above) and filling out the form. Enclose a cheque and passport type photograph and that's it. No medical required. Your licence will arrive in approx. 3 weeks and will include a copy of The Blue Book (or bible) which lays down the conditions which must be met for car, driver, etc. to be eligible to compete.
You also need a crash helmet to the appropriate British Standard (look for thread on 'Lids') and pair of fire-proof overalls. The cheapest are Proban single layer which, unless your car's an incendiary device, will be quite adequate if funds are tight, otherwise you can spend silly money on 3 layer lightweight Nomex jobbies. You won't need boots or gloves, it's your choice.
Now you have the licence, overalls and Helmet (and car, presumably), you need to join a club or as many as you like. For JISC we join The Harrow Car Club (HCC). Membership of the HCC provides everything necessary to compete in plenty of events, including those held by other clubs and, among others, the JISC championship.
Hopefully, that should get you started in the right direction. It's fairly basic and possibly inaccurate in places but someone will correct any errors
HTHs and don't be afraid to ask Qs
See you in March
OK, so at least one person's read the above so I'll try to give a little info on what happens next.
Hopefully ESL or Sprint Chief will update the clubracer website with 2008 HCC membership and JISC entry forms
So you've downloaded the HCC & JISC forms, duly filled them in and sent them off. Shortly after the HCC membership card will arrive with club mag. or details of what events are planned for 2008.
At some point, well before the event, you should get through the post, a set of supplementary regs. for a forthcoming sprint event. It will contain the details of venue, classes, eligible clubs, champs, closing date for entries, disclaimer, etc. This needs to be completed and returned with the entry fee.
Near the date, the final regs will arrive with updated info for the event. Details of venue will include a map of the course showing paddock, signing on area, scrutineering, etc. Details will include opening time, signing on time, scrutineering time, briefing time, first practice time. An entry list will include your details of class, car, and 'importantly' your entry number. YOU need to ensure you have two sets of your number, ready to affix once you've arrived and before the car's presented for scrutineering. DO NOT stick them on the night before and drive to the venue with them displayed as this is seriously against the regs and may result in your exclusion from the event. Remove them before leaving too.
Give yourself plenty of time to find the venue as some are a bit off the beaten track. On arrival, find a suitable place to park in the paddock area. Some events designate parking by class or number and others, it's a free choice. Once parked, depending on time, unload the car and remove any loose items from the passenger area & boot. Check fluids, oil, water, brake, clutch, etc. Affix numbers, change wheels (if you need to), check tyre pressures, wheel nuts for tightness, the usual stuff. Attach the timing strut to the front of the car.
Signing on is straightforward. Sign against your name, show your MSA licence and club membership card. If you're in a road class you'll need MOT & insurance cert. You'll be given a slip of paper to say you've signed on successfully and this must be presented to the scrutineer.
Take the car, with helmet and overalls, to the scrutineering area and join the queue. When it's your turn, lift the bonnet, smile sweetly and hope you haven't forgotten anything. Basically it's a last safety check to see that seats are secure, belts are sound, battery's secure, tyres are OK, wheels aren't about to fall off, etc. First time also, you'll get a sticker put on the helmet to say it complys with the regs. The sticker will cost a couple of pounds and is a one off payment.
Next is driver's briefing, which you MUST attend. Listen carefully as it'll be your first time at that venue and your first sprint, get to the front of the bunch so you can actually hear what's being said.
Then comes first practice and you're on your own.
Don't worry, don't panic. There'll be a few of us there to help if you have any questions or concerns. The event will undoubtedly be discussed on here before the day so join in the chat, make yourself known so we can look out for you on the day.
Don't forget, it's a fun event, it's relaxed and enjoyable.
Hopefully ESL or Sprint Chief will update the clubracer website with 2008 HCC membership and JISC entry forms
So you've downloaded the HCC & JISC forms, duly filled them in and sent them off. Shortly after the HCC membership card will arrive with club mag. or details of what events are planned for 2008.
At some point, well before the event, you should get through the post, a set of supplementary regs. for a forthcoming sprint event. It will contain the details of venue, classes, eligible clubs, champs, closing date for entries, disclaimer, etc. This needs to be completed and returned with the entry fee.
Near the date, the final regs will arrive with updated info for the event. Details of venue will include a map of the course showing paddock, signing on area, scrutineering, etc. Details will include opening time, signing on time, scrutineering time, briefing time, first practice time. An entry list will include your details of class, car, and 'importantly' your entry number. YOU need to ensure you have two sets of your number, ready to affix once you've arrived and before the car's presented for scrutineering. DO NOT stick them on the night before and drive to the venue with them displayed as this is seriously against the regs and may result in your exclusion from the event. Remove them before leaving too.
Give yourself plenty of time to find the venue as some are a bit off the beaten track. On arrival, find a suitable place to park in the paddock area. Some events designate parking by class or number and others, it's a free choice. Once parked, depending on time, unload the car and remove any loose items from the passenger area & boot. Check fluids, oil, water, brake, clutch, etc. Affix numbers, change wheels (if you need to), check tyre pressures, wheel nuts for tightness, the usual stuff. Attach the timing strut to the front of the car.
Signing on is straightforward. Sign against your name, show your MSA licence and club membership card. If you're in a road class you'll need MOT & insurance cert. You'll be given a slip of paper to say you've signed on successfully and this must be presented to the scrutineer.
Take the car, with helmet and overalls, to the scrutineering area and join the queue. When it's your turn, lift the bonnet, smile sweetly and hope you haven't forgotten anything. Basically it's a last safety check to see that seats are secure, belts are sound, battery's secure, tyres are OK, wheels aren't about to fall off, etc. First time also, you'll get a sticker put on the helmet to say it complys with the regs. The sticker will cost a couple of pounds and is a one off payment.
Next is driver's briefing, which you MUST attend. Listen carefully as it'll be your first time at that venue and your first sprint, get to the front of the bunch so you can actually hear what's being said.
Then comes first practice and you're on your own.
Don't worry, don't panic. There'll be a few of us there to help if you have any questions or concerns. The event will undoubtedly be discussed on here before the day so join in the chat, make yourself known so we can look out for you on the day.
Don't forget, it's a fun event, it's relaxed and enjoyable.