Subject: [Spridgets] SMRS Safety / Vintage Philosophy

From: stanbmason--- via Spridgets <[email-masked]>
Date: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 17:22:01 +0000 (UTC)

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VSCDA Group 2 andSpridget Racers 2024 Season

(Revised September 23,2024)

I hope everyone=E2=80=99s 2024 Vintage Sports Car Season was fun formost of=
 you.=C2=A0 There were others,especially Spridgets that were not, as a resu=
lt of contact and majorrepairs.=C2=A0 This is a concern to me as theVSCDA G=
roup 2 Representative. We have encouraged the Vintage Spirit for overthe 13=
 years that Sprite Midget Race Series group has existed, yet it does notsee=
m to be applied recently.=C2=A0 We havebecome the majority of the entrants =
in Group 2 with our number 50% or greater.=C2=A0 I understand that with mor=
e in the group thatthe probability of more accidents is possible, which I d=
on=E2=80=99t see as an excusefor increased incidents.=C2=A0 Group 2 had 8in=
cidents resulting in 38% of overall incidents within VSCDA.=C2=A0 Sprite Mi=
dgets incidents are 64% of Group2.=C2=A0 I wanted to get this information o=
utbefore the Ozark Race coming up on October 11-13 and hope that everyone w=
ill bemore conscious of this issue.

=C2=A0
Some of the Good News is Passing under Yellow has been a concern for some y=
ears andit appears that there has been improvements this year by imposing s=
tricterenforcement with some being sent home for the weekend.
Incidents and corrective actions:I want to highlight and group our 2024 inc=
idents so there is an awareness ofwhere these mistakes are made and correct=
ive actions to consider. =C2=A0=C2=A0The following comments are my opinions=
 withsome reference to other technical sources. I am not criticizing indivi=
duals forthe incidents that they experienced, since they have happened to m=
e aswell.=C2=A0 Some of the sources referencedwere: (AF =3D Ace Factor E. P=
aul Dickinson)

1.=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0Mechanical -=C2=A0a car had a mechani=
cal issue and resulted in another car coming incontact=20

a.=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0Corrective action =E2=80=93 This is d=
ifficult and basedon how to avoid a spinning car. =C2=A0=C2=A0Anticipation =
is emphasized in AF and thefollowing car may have avoided accident with Ant=
icipation.

2.=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0Over aggressiveness =E2=80=93 This ha=
ppened where morethan 3 cars were in a turn or at the start of the race.=C2=
=A0=20

a.=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0Corrective action - Reducing competiv=
eness andmaking room and awareness of others around through using mirrors i=
s the bestsolution.=C2=A0 When in doubt don=E2=80=99t would bethe best path=
.=C2=A0 There will be otheropportunities where it will be safer to pass in =
future laps.=20

3.=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0Off track - This happened during the =
first lapwhen tires are cooler and not up to their maximum adhesion.

a.=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0Corrective action =E2=80=93 The first=
 lap is always themost critical with everyone in close contact, any mistake=
s made then areusually going to result in contact with others.=C2=A0Give ro=
om and maintain position with great awareness of everyone aroundyou.

4.=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0Drafting - Described as running very =
closely toget an aerodynamic advantage allowing the following car to gain s=
peed.

a.=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0=C2=A0Corrective action =E2=80=93 This is a=
 condition thatreduces time to react because of close contact and usually d=
one on a straightwhere higher speeds are also involved.=C2=A0Not doing it i=
s the ultimate solution to this condition.=C2=A0 If you are going to do it =
then Extra Anticipationis required.=C2=A0 I have also observed thathaving a=
 string of cars running closely can result in overtaking drivers payingmore=
 attention to the rear bumper of the car in front of them Vs using yourlong=
 rang vision by looking ahead in anticipating of any upcoming changes thatm=
ay result in a chain reaction.

I am including our Jim Donato Most Respected Drivers AwardCriteria, which a=
lways applies:

1. Predictable / Trusted: (usesmirrors, points faster cars by, passes safel=
y and allows others room to passand is always a defensive driver over winni=
ng at all cost), stays on racingline except when car failures would leave f=
luids on track or safety is aconcern)=20

2. Objective: Listens to othersand approaches other drivers that they may h=
ave an issue in an open and fair way. Can sit down withany driver and feel =
comfortable that they did the right thing when on thetrack.=20

3. Observant: Looks forward toobserve incidents and flag stations, inspects=
 car between sessions for safetyto avoid causing accidents to others on tra=
ck.=20
4. Respectful: Avoids Red Mist,which is identified as an emotional win at a=
ll costs attitude and maintainsVintage Spirit Philosophy.

I wish everyone a great time atthe Ozark Race and have safe fun with our CV=
AR Spridget Friends!
Stan Mason

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ly:arial;font-size:16px;"><div><br></div><div><br></div><div dir=3D"ltr" da=
ta-setdir=3D"false"><div><p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" align=3D"center"=
 style=3D"text-align:center"><b><span style=3D"font-size:18.0pt;line-height=
:107%">VSCDA Group 2 and
Spridget Racers 2024 Season</span></b></p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" align=3D"center" style=3D"text-align:cent=
er"><span style=3D"font-size:8.0pt;line-height:107%">(Revised September 23,=
2024)</span></p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal">I hope everyone=E2=80=99s 2024 Vintage Sp=
orts Car Season was fun for
most of you.<span>&nbsp; </span>There were others,
especially Spridgets that were not, as a result of contact and major
repairs.<span>&nbsp; </span>This is a concern to me as the
VSCDA Group 2 Representative. We have encouraged the Vintage Spirit for ove=
r
the 13 years that Sprite Midget Race Series group has existed, yet it does =
not
seem to be applied recently.<span>&nbsp; </span>We have
become the majority of the entrants in Group 2 with our number 50% or great=
er.<span>&nbsp; </span>I understand that with more in the group that
the probability of more accidents is possible, which I don=E2=80=99t see as=
 an excuse
for increased incidents.<span>&nbsp; </span>Group 2 had 8
incidents resulting in 38% of overall incidents within VSCDA.<span>&nbsp; <=
/span>Sprite Midgets incidents are 64% of Group
2.<span>&nbsp; </span>I wanted to get this information out
before the Ozark Race coming up on October 11-13 and hope that everyone wil=
l be
more conscious of this issue.</p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>

<div dir=3D"ltr" data-setdir=3D"false">Some of the Good News is Passing und=
er Yellow has been a concern for some years and
it appears that there has been improvements this year by imposing stricter
enforcement with some being sent home for the weekend.</div>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal"><b><span style=3D"font-size:14.0pt;line-h=
eight:107%">Incidents and corrective actions:</span></b>
I want to highlight and group our 2024 incidents so there is an awareness o=
f
where these mistakes are made and corrective actions to consider. <span>&nb=
sp;&nbsp;</span>The following comments are my opinions with
some reference to other technical sources. I am not criticizing individuals=
 for
the incidents that they experienced, since they have happened to me as
well.<span>&nbsp; </span>Some of the sources referenced
were: (AF =3D Ace Factor E. Paul Dickinson)</p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><!--[if !supportLists]-->=
<span><span>1.<span style=3D"font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; font-=
stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Ti=
mes New Roman&quot;;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Mechanical -<span>&nbsp;
</span>a car had a mechanical issue and resulted in another car coming in
contact </p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style=3D"margin-left: 1i=
n;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>a.<span style=3D"font-style: norma=
l; font-weight: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: =
normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;=
&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Corrective action =E2=80=93 This is diff=
icult and based
on how to avoid a spinning car. <span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>Anticipation is em=
phasized in AF and the
following car may have avoided accident with Anticipation.</p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--=
><span><span>2.<span style=3D"font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; font=
-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;T=
imes New Roman&quot;;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Over aggressiveness =E2=80=93 This happe=
ned where more
than 3 cars were in a turn or at the start of the race.<span>&nbsp; </span>=
</p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style=3D"margin-left: 1i=
n;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>a.<span style=3D"font-style: norma=
l; font-weight: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: =
normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;=
&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Corrective action - Reducing competivene=
ss and
making room and awareness of others around through using mirrors is the bes=
t
solution.<span>&nbsp; </span>When in doubt don=E2=80=99t would be
the best path.<span>&nbsp; </span>There will be other
opportunities where it will be safer to pass in future laps. </p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--=
><span><span>3.<span style=3D"font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; font=
-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;T=
imes New Roman&quot;;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Off track - This happened during the fir=
st lap
when tires are cooler and not up to their maximum adhesion.</p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style=3D"margin-left: 1i=
n;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>a.<span style=3D"font-style: norma=
l; font-weight: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: =
normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;=
&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Corrective action =E2=80=93 The first la=
p is always the
most critical with everyone in close contact, any mistakes made then are
usually going to result in contact with others.<span>&nbsp;
</span>Give room and maintain position with great awareness of everyone aro=
und
you.</p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><!--[if !supportLists]--=
><span><span>4.<span style=3D"font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; font=
-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;T=
imes New Roman&quot;;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Drafting - Described as running very clo=
sely to
get an aerodynamic advantage allowing the following car to gain speed.</p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style=3D"margin-left: 1in;=
"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span><span>a.<span style=3D"font-style: normal;=
 font-weight: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: no=
rmal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&n=
bsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Corrective action =E2=80=93 This is a co=
ndition that
reduces time to react because of close contact and usually done on a straig=
ht
where higher speeds are also involved.<span>&nbsp;
</span>Not doing it is the ultimate solution to this condition.<span>&nbsp;=
 </span>If you are going to do it then Extra Anticipation
is required.<span>&nbsp; </span>I have also observed that
having a string of cars running closely can result in overtaking drivers pa=
ying
more attention to the rear bumper of the car in front of them Vs using your
long rang vision by looking ahead in anticipating of any upcoming changes t=
hat
may result in a chain reaction.</p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal">I am including our Jim Donato Most Respec=
ted Drivers Award
Criteria, which always applies:</p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">1. Predictabl=
e / Trusted: (uses
mirrors, points faster cars by, passes safely and allows others room to pas=
s
and is always a defensive driver over winning at all cost), stays on racing
line except when car failures would leave fluids on track or safety is a
concern) </p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">2. Objective:=
 Listens to others
and approaches other drivers that <span style=3D"background:yellow;mso-high=
light:yellow">they</span> may have an issue in an open and fair way. Can si=
t down with
any driver and feel comfortable that they did the right thing when on the
track. </p>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">3. Observant:=
 Looks forward to
observe incidents and flag stations, inspects car between sessions for safe=
ty
to avoid causing accidents to others on track. </p>

<div style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">4. Respectful: Avoids Red Mist,
which is identified as an emotional win at all costs attitude and maintains
Vintage Spirit Philosophy.</div><div style=3D"margin-left:1.0in"><span styl=
e=3D"letter-spacing: -0.02em;"><br></span></div><div style=3D"margin-left:1=
.0in"><span style=3D"letter-spacing: -0.02em;"><br></span></div><div style=
=3D"margin-left:1.0in"><span style=3D"letter-spacing: -0.02em;">I wish ever=
yone a great time at
the Ozark Race and have safe fun with our CVAR Spridget Friends!</span></di=
v>

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">Stan Mason</p=

<p class=3D"ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>

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Subject: SMRS Safety / Vintage Philosophy

VSCDA Group 2 and Spridget Racers 2024 Season

I hope everyone=92s 2024 Vintage Sports Car Season was fun for most of you.=
  There were others, especially Spridgets that were not, as a result of con=
tact and major repairs.  This is a concern to me as the VSCDA Group 2 Repre=
sentative. We have encouraged the Vintage Spirit for over the 13 years that=
 Sprite Midget Race Series group has existed, yet it does not seem to be ap=
plied recently.  We have become the majority of the entrants in Group 2 wit=
h our number 50% or greater.  I understand that with more in the group that=
 the probability of more accidents is possible, which I don=92t see as an e=
xcuse for increased incidents.  Group 2 had 8 incidents resulting in 38% of=
 overall incidents within VSCDA.  Sprite Midgets incidents are 64% of Group=
 2.  I wanted to get this information out before the Ozark Race coming up o=
n October 11-13 and hope that everyone will be more conscious of this issue=
.

Some of the Good News is Passing under Yellow has been a concern for some y=
ears and it appears that there has been improvements this year by imposing =
stricter enforcement with some being sent home for the weekend.

Incidents and corrective actions: I want to highlight and group our 2024 in=
cidents so there is an awareness of where these mistakes are made and corre=
ctive actions to consider.   The following comments are my opinions with so=
me reference to other technical sources. I am not criticizing individuals f=
or the incidents that they experienced, since they have happened to me as w=
ell.  Some of the sources referenced were: (AF =3D Ace Factor E. Paul Dicki=
nson)

1.       Mechanical -  a car had a mechanical issue and resulted in another=
 car coming in contact

a.       Corrective action =96 This is difficult and based on how to avoid =
a spinning car.   Anticipation is emphasized in AF and the following car ma=
y have avoided accident with Anticipation.

2.       Over aggressiveness =96 This happened where more than 3 cars were =
in a turn or at the start of the race.

a.       Corrective action - Reducing competiveness and making room and awa=
reness of others around through using mirrors is the best solution.  When i=
n doubt don=92t would be the best path.  There will be other opportunities =
where it will be safer to pass in future laps.

3.       Off track - This happened during the first lap when tires are cool=
er and not up to their maximum adhesion.

a.       Corrective action =96 The first lap is always the most critical wi=
th everyone in close contact, any mistakes made then are usually going to r=
esult in contact with others.  Give room and maintain position with great a=
wareness of everyone around you.

4.       Drafting - Described as running very closely to get an aerodynamic=
 advantage allowing the following car to gain speed.

a.       Corrective action =96 This is a condition that reduces time to rea=
ct because of close contact and usually done on a straight where higher spe=
eds are also involved.  Not doing it is the ultimate solution to this condi=
tion.  If you are going to do it then Extra Anticipation is required.  I ha=
ve also observed that having a string of cars running closely can result in=
 overtaking drivers paying more attention to the rear bumper of the car in =
front of them Vs using your long rang vision by looking ahead in anticipati=
ng of any upcoming changes that may result in a chain reaction.

I am including our Jim Donato Most Respected Drivers Award Criteria, which =
always applies:

1. Predictable / Trusted: (uses mirrors, points faster cars by, passes safe=
ly and allows others room to pass and is always a defensive driver over win=
ning at all cost), stays on racing line except when car failures would leav=
e fluids on track or safety is a concern)

2. Objective: Listens to others and approaches other drivers that they may =
have an issue in an open and fair way. Can sit down with any driver and fee=
l comfortable that they did the right thing when on the track.

3. Observant: Looks forward to observe incidents and flag stations, inspect=
s car between sessions for safety to avoid causing accidents to others on t=
rack.

4. Respectful: Avoids Red Mist, which is identified as an emotional win at =
all costs attitude and maintains Vintage Spirit Philosophy.

I wish everyone a great time at the Ozark Race and have safe fun with our C=
VAR Spridget Friends!

Stan Mason

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<b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, September 25, 2024 1:22:01 PM<br>
<b>To:</b> Derek Sprite Chima &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Sieling Leman=
Sprite Roger &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Steve Myers &lt;steve@skunkriverre=
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m&gt;; JohnSqBdyBE Salisbury &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Tim Spridget McGi=
nley &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Ed VSCDA Hinsa &lt;[email-masked]&=
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Steve Bugeye Bisson &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Gary.perser &lt;gary.pe=
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 John McCue &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Charles Hall III &lt;charl=
[email-masked]&gt;; Steve Sprite Wright &lt;[email-masked]&=
gt;; Evan Midget Holmes &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Paul Potentia=
lSprite Racer Harris &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Erik BugEye
 Jacobsen &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Bill VSCDABigHealeyBlue Dredge &lt=
;[email-masked]&gt;; Grant Gongoll &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Jon S=
prite Bauer &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Buzz Bugeye Thcko Merchlewitz &lt;bu=
[email-masked]&gt;; swope david &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Loren &lt;loren@=
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com&gt;; Rick Bug Eye Michalek &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; ptgbhtl@aol=
.com &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Kevin SBSpridget Clemens &lt;[email-masked]&gt;=
; Colin Comer &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Thomas SqBdy Spridget
 Wilcox &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Rick Spridget Fisk &lt;refisk@charte=
rmi.net&gt;; Joe Bugeyerace Steifel &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Dave Sprite =
Thomas &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; DavidBugEyeTx Lee &lt;dlee1967@sbc=
global.net&gt;; Mathew Midget Meixner &lt;[email-masked]&gt;;
 Bob Bug Eye Kanasa &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Erick Zanner &lt;ezanner@gma=
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t Fay &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Terry Speedwell Cowan &lt;terry@toyshop-r=
esto.com&gt;; Ron Soave &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Ed Sprite Forrest
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m&gt;; Buckley SB Greg &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; ThadSqBdy Evans=
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[email-masked]&gt;; Ted Hershey &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Don K=
elly &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Steve SpridgetSCCA Best
 &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Ted Bugeye Canada Michalos &lt;ted@hoyes.=
com&gt;; Dave SMRS Walters &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Kevin SridgetRa=
cer Fay &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Jeff WinnerCircle Porada &lt;wc@spridge=
t.com&gt;; Ron SpriteChamp Bartell &lt;[email-masked]&gt;;
 Severin Bill Thompson &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Doug Bruce &lt;dbruce=
@taborbruce.com&gt;; RogerThicko Heil &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Richard BugEy=
eHP Duncan &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Clancy Sprite Schmidt &lt;clancy@sunfl=
ower.com&gt;; Craig E. Seifert &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Larry
 SB Race Smith &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Joe BugeyeRace Chiarello &lt;chia219=
@comcast.net&gt;; Ashley SpridgetRacer Burress &lt;[email-masked]=
m&gt;; Max Spridget Speedwell &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Rod Hahnem=
ann &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Cana Comer &lt;[email-masked]&=
gt;;
 Dan Spridget Rudd &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Nick BE 2E Pirner &lt;nickpirn=
[email-masked]&gt;; Adam Sprite Mozdzien &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Bruc=
e SMRS Newcomer &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; August Midget Race Schmitz &l=
t;[email-masked]&gt;; David SBTx Lee &lt;[email-masked]&gt=
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 John Spridget Basnik &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Brian Spridget Ulinski &l=
t;[email-masked]&gt;; Dave Spridget Kessinger &lt;dbkessinger@yaho=
o.com&gt;; Greg SMRS Newcoimer &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Brian Lynch =
&lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Dan Sprite L'Huereux &lt;dan@callconsu=
lt.net&gt;;
 Leah Sprite Bauer &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Dan SMRS Bug Eye Pars=
on &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Christopher Spridget Folkers &lt;christo=
[email-masked]&gt;; David SMRS Long &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Bob =
Danielson &lt;[email-masked]&gt;; Roger Smith &lt;[email-masked]&gt;;
 Dick McClain &lt;[email-masked]&gt;<br>
<b>Subject:</b> SMRS Safety / Vintage Philosophy</font>
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<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" align=3D"center" style=3D"text-align:ce=
nter"><b><span style=3D"font-size:18.0pt; line-height:107%">VSCDA Group 2 a=
nd Spridget Racers 2024 Season</span></b></p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" align=3D"center" style=3D"text-align:ce=
nter"><span style=3D"font-size:8.0pt; line-height:107%">(Revised September =
23,2024)</span></p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal">I hope everyone=92s 2024 Vintage Sports=
 Car Season was fun for most of you.<span>&nbsp;
</span>There were others, especially Spridgets that were not, as a result o=
f contact and major repairs.<span>&nbsp;
</span>This is a concern to me as the VSCDA Group 2 Representative. We have=
 encouraged the Vintage Spirit for over the 13 years that Sprite Midget Rac=
e Series group has existed, yet it does not seem to be applied recently.<sp=
an>&nbsp;
</span>We have become the majority of the entrants in Group 2 with our numb=
er 50% or greater.<span>&nbsp;
</span>I understand that with more in the group that the probability of mor=
e accidents is possible, which I don=92t see as an excuse for increased inc=
idents.<span>&nbsp;
</span>Group 2 had 8 incidents resulting in 38% of overall incidents within=
 VSCDA.<span>&nbsp;
</span>Sprite Midgets incidents are 64% of Group 2.<span>&nbsp; </span>I wa=
nted to get this information out before the Ozark Race coming up on October=
 11-13 and hope that everyone will be more conscious of this issue.</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal">&nbsp;</p>
<div dir=3D"ltr" data-setdir=3D"false">Some of the Good News is Passing und=
er Yellow has been a concern for some years and it appears that there has b=
een improvements this year by imposing stricter enforcement with some being=
 sent home for the weekend.</div>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal"><b><span style=3D"font-size:14.0pt; lin=
e-height:107%">Incidents and corrective actions:</span></b> I want to highl=
ight and group our 2024 incidents so there is an awareness of where these m=
istakes are made and corrective actions
 to consider. <span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>The following comments are my opinio=
ns with some reference to other technical sources. I am not criticizing ind=
ividuals for the incidents that they experienced, since they have happened =
to me as well.<span>&nbsp;
</span>Some of the sources referenced were: (AF =3D Ace Factor E. Paul Dick=
inson)</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"><span><span>1.<span sty=
le=3D"font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; font-stretch:normal; font-size=
:7pt; line-height:normal; font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">&nbsp;&n=
bsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span>Mechanical -<span>&nbsp; </span>a car had a mechanical=
 issue and resulted in another car coming in contact
</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style=3D"margin-left:1=
in"><span><span>a.<span style=3D"font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; fon=
t-stretch:normal; font-size:7pt; line-height:normal; font-family:&quot;Time=
s New Roman&quot;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span>Corrective action =96 This is difficult and based on h=
ow to avoid a spinning car.
<span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>Anticipation is emphasized in AF and the following=
 car may have avoided accident with Anticipation.</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span><span>2.<span st=
yle=3D"font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; font-stretch:normal; font-siz=
e:7pt; line-height:normal; font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">&nbsp;&=
nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span>Over aggressiveness =96 This happened where more than =
3 cars were in a turn or at the start of the race.<span>&nbsp;
</span></p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style=3D"margin-left:1=
in"><span><span>a.<span style=3D"font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; fon=
t-stretch:normal; font-size:7pt; line-height:normal; font-family:&quot;Time=
s New Roman&quot;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span>Corrective action - Reducing competiveness and making =
room and awareness of others around through using mirrors is the best solut=
ion.<span>&nbsp;
</span>When in doubt don=92t would be the best path.<span>&nbsp; </span>The=
re will be other opportunities where it will be safer to pass in future lap=
s.
</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span><span>3.<span st=
yle=3D"font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; font-stretch:normal; font-siz=
e:7pt; line-height:normal; font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">&nbsp;&=
nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span>Off track - This happened during the first lap when ti=
res are cooler and not up to their maximum adhesion.</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style=3D"margin-left:1=
in"><span><span>a.<span style=3D"font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; fon=
t-stretch:normal; font-size:7pt; line-height:normal; font-family:&quot;Time=
s New Roman&quot;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span>Corrective action =96 The first lap is always the most=
 critical with everyone in close contact, any mistakes made then are usuall=
y going to result in contact with others.<span>&nbsp;
</span>Give room and maintain position with great awareness of everyone aro=
und you.</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"><span><span>4.<span st=
yle=3D"font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; font-stretch:normal; font-siz=
e:7pt; line-height:normal; font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">&nbsp;&=
nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span>Drafting - Described as running very closely to get an=
 aerodynamic advantage allowing the following car to gain speed.</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style=3D"margin-left:1in=
"><span><span>a.<span style=3D"font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; font-=
stretch:normal; font-size:7pt; line-height:normal; font-family:&quot;Times =
New Roman&quot;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</span></span></span>Corrective action =96 This is a condition that reduces=
 time to react because of close contact and usually done on a straight wher=
e higher speeds are also involved.<span>&nbsp;
</span>Not doing it is the ultimate solution to this condition.<span>&nbsp;=
 </span>If you are going to do it then Extra Anticipation is required.<span=
>&nbsp;
</span>I have also observed that having a string of cars running closely ca=
n result in overtaking drivers paying more attention to the rear bumper of =
the car in front of them Vs using your long rang vision by looking ahead in=
 anticipating of any upcoming changes
 that may result in a chain reaction.</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal">I am including our Jim Donato Most Resp=
ected Drivers Award Criteria, which always applies:</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">1. Predicta=
ble / Trusted: (uses mirrors, points faster cars by, passes safely and allo=
ws others room to pass and is always a defensive driver over winning at all=
 cost), stays on racing line except
 when car failures would leave fluids on track or safety is a concern) </p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">2. Objectiv=
e: Listens to others and approaches other drivers that
<span style=3D"background:yellow">they</span> may have an issue in an open =
and fair way. Can sit down with any driver and feel comfortable that they d=
id the right thing when on the track.
</p>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">3. Observan=
t: Looks forward to observe incidents and flag stations, inspects car betwe=
en sessions for safety to avoid causing accidents to others on track.
</p>
<div style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">4. Respectful: Avoids Red Mist, which is i=
dentified as an emotional win at all costs attitude and maintains Vintage S=
pirit Philosophy.</div>
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<div style=3D"margin-left:1.0in"><span style=3D"letter-spacing:-0.02em">I w=
ish everyone a great time at the Ozark Race and have safe fun with our CVAR=
 Spridget Friends!</span></div>
<p class=3D"x_ydp5fc7ac9eMsoNormal" style=3D"margin-left:1.0in">Stan Mason<=
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