[Fot] 2023 Kastner Cup - Thank You

Fri Jul 21 10:17:28 MDT 2023

Brian's write-up is incredible. I think I have read it 4 times to figure
out how to extend additional thoughts to express gratitude that Brian
succinctly conveys.

To build upon Brian's well articulated message I'll do my best here by
simply adding a few additional thoughts to underline and reiterate:

Every year, the Kastner Cup has always adapted to the event, venue, and
sanctioning body. This, of course, brings both opportunities and challenges
all at the same time.

   - Brian and I did our best to align with the fundamental tenets of the
   Kastner Cup set forth by our predecessors.
   - Road America was incredible to work with as a sanctioning body.  They
   were flexible and supportive leading up to the event and through-out the
   weekend.  This said, we did run into some challenges with this size of an
   event but Road America staff made note on several occasions the
   professionalism of Kastner Cup participants.  We all really represented Kas
   well here.
   - We worked hard at making sure both race entries and street Triumphs
   were accommodated, presented, and together in the paddock. With the number
   of overall race entries to the WIC, we were making adjustments in the weeks
   and days  leading up to the event  for street and race paddock parking. We
   really appreciated everyone's flexibility in changes and approach.

A peek behind the scenes for just a moment:

   -  Grid position for the Kastner Cup race was determined by the very
   seasoned and helpful timing and scoring staff at Road America based on the
   qualifying sessions on Saturday.  Not all cars participated in qualifying
   which resulted in the grid presented for Sunday's race.  Good feedback from
   drivers and the Grand Marshal proved very helpful and is an example of
   where RA staff were flexible in working with us.  3 trips to timing and
   scoring Sunday morning corrected the grid but didn't perfectly translate to
   false grid staff and running order.  For those racing participants on
   false-grid on Sunday, you experienced a bit of delay as we continued to
   work with the grid marshal to make "most" of the corrections.  Thanks for
   your patience and feedback.

To add to Brian's comment, "it takes a village":

   - Throught-out the past year, Grand Marshal, Joe Alexander, provided
   invaluable feedback and counsel to make this event happen.  The important
   relationship with Kas firmly sustains the future of the Kastner Cup.
   - Curt.  Your process oriented approach we simply tried to build-upon
   your success.
   - 2017 Kastner Cup Chairs: Brian Garcia and Jason Ostrowski.  Their
   experience hosting the 2017 Kastner Cup and connections with RA proved
   invaluable.  We were able to leverage many of their ideas and efforts and
   for this event Brian Garcia really laid the groundwork with RA to make it
   all happen.  Many meetings and phone calls.
   - The topic of the Kastner Cup grid for Sunday is important as it is a
   great example of how well everyone works together for the Kastner Cup event
   each year and this is where I really want to highlight *Henry Frye*.
   Henry was back in Connecticut working up spreadsheets for the running
   order.  This was never asked of Henry, not planned, but immensely
   valuable.  We were able to take Henry's analysis to timing and scoring and
   make changes to the grid.   So, thanks to Henry.  Well played at an
   important moment.
   - Bob Johns and family:  Your feedback is always on-point.  Your
   attendance is very much a highlight of the Kastner Cup weekend.  Thank-you.

Mark

2023 Kastner Cup Co-Chair's:

*Brian Garcia*

Email: cudapilot at comcast.com

Mobile: 847.452.2246

*Mark Alexander*

Email: markarthuralexander at gmail.com

Mobile: 952.412.6683

On Thu, Jul 20, 2023 at 10:54 PM Joe Alexander via Fot <fot at autox.team.net>
wrote:

> Thank you, Brian & Mark.
>
>
> Curt Johnston took the Kastner Cup up a notch and you guys built on his
> successes.
>
> The Kastner Cup and Gary Kincel’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony were
> unqualified successes.  I am proud to be a part of this.
>
> Venues and sanctioning bodies have been coming to us. I think Kas
> Kastner’s Legacy is secure with the Kastner Cup Series leading the way.
>
> See many of you at Sonoma. KCup 2024.
>
> Best Regards,
>
> Joe Alexander
> 4505 Donald Dr
> Cedar Falls, IA 50613
> The-vintage-racer.com
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> Cell:  319.464.4711
>
>
> On Jul 20, 2023, at 12:05 PM, Brian Garcia via Fot <fot at autox.team.net>
> wrote:
>
> 
> Amici-
>
> This is several days overdue but as typically happens the real world was
> waiting to bash me over the head as soon as I got back from Road America
> and I've been playing catch up all week.  I wanted to take a moment to
> thank each and every one of you that attended the Kastner Cup last
> weekend.  All that were there can attest to the fact that this was no small
> event.  With 500+ cars and thousands of spectators it is difficult for a
> group to stand out but we did.  From the cars on display at the welcome
> dinner, to the FOT members involved with and honored at the HOF induction,
> to the parade and concourse Friday night, and all weekend on the track you
> shined in the spotlight.  I hope you enjoyed your time there.  I can tell
> you first hand that we made a great impression on the Road America staff as
> I'd knew we would.
>
> Thanks too to all that supported the event through your donations of time,
> materials, and/or labor.  There are a lot of moving pieces involved in
> executing a good event and it takes a village.  The event would not have
> happened without you.  I personally wish I would have had more time to hang
> out with all of you but my own Vintage ride demanded a lot of my time and
> attention last weekend as they are prone to do.  It was great to meet so
> many of you though and I look forward to seeing you at other events in the
> future.  Big thanks to my co-chair Mark Alexander for all of his efforts
> over the past year to help bring all of this together. It started with a
> phone call from him to me when I was on my way to GingerMan in April of
> last year.  I think we met our expectations, Mark.  Thanks to our special
> guests Peter Brock and Bob Johns for gracing us with their presence,
> history, and insight that made the event all that much more special. Thanks
> to Shawn Frank for his time spent capturing the event for all to enjoy in
> the future.  And finally thanks to Joe Alexander for being our Grand
> Marshal and keeping Kas' spirit alive.  He would have been proud of you
> last weekend and of all of you that raced.  Exquisite cars and racing all
> weekend long.
>
> Congrats to our Kastner Cup winner Tony Drews.  The selection process is
> not an easy one but Tony exemplifies the pillars that the award stands
> for.  Congrats also go to our marque award winners:
>
> Triumph Special - Bill Hart
> TR3 - Mike Jackson
> TR4 -  Brian Howlett
> TR6 - Bob Lang
> TR7 - Curt Johnston
> TR8 - Joe Carr
> GT6 - Dan Gehweiler
> Spitfire - Dave Amys
>
>
> One last bit of housekeeping - for those interested in event posters they
> are still available through Mark Alexander.  If you still would like to
> order a Kastner Cup shirt the online sale is still opens but closes this
> Sunday.  Here is the link:
>
>    -
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>
>
> As I said last weekend - FOT and the Kastner Cup represent the best parts
> of Vintage Racing.  As a driver of several orphan cars I have no equivalent
> to this group or the Cup but I thank you for allowing me to be a Friend of
> Triumph.  Thanks again and best of luck with the rest of your racing
> seasons.
>
> Brian Garcia
> Co-Chair  2023 Kastner Cup
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