2009 Ironman Cliffhanger $30K Cash - Full - Now Standby List

[napsta]

sounds fair.

How about the amounts of mud / deep crossings?

[Busiboy]

how much mud / deep water is there usually in this event?

Also with the buggy class, do they compete against everyone else for the same pot of prize money or is there a different set up for them?

Bring Gumboots and a dust mask

There were a few wet runs last year that I spectated, a lot more sand, and dirt though. Stage wise it might be a 50-50 split last year?

[Hobzee]

Mud / water will depend greatly upon rain between now and the event. We are off to a great start - farmer was mustering last week and reported issues with not getting access to a lot of areas because of too much water every where. But alas in July it dries up fast and you can expect a lot of dust. It would seem the Mozzy Pit will have water suited to stages even if there is no more rain. Last year that was about 20 feet deep so we left it alone.

But fear not macbeth - we are not up for silly water.

[mickyd555]

But fear not macbeth - we are not up for silly water.

thank christ

[tuf045]

sounds fair.

How about the amounts of mud / deep crossings?

First off i have not been to this event but am going this year so i don't have any first hand experiance.
Have you watched the dvd? if not maybe this will give you some idea.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dU6987QgbvY

[mickyd555]

just payed the final installment of our entry

we're in this year rain hail or shine.

[Hobzee]

just payed the final installment of our entry

we're in this year rain hail or shine.

Nice One -

Just a reminder to about 15 people that today the entry fee goes up $300 if you haven't yet paid the balance. (Balance due 31st Mar) I have twisted Rudi's arm to extend a 1 week grace period as well as not increasing it for those who contact us and make a schedulled payment plan or payment date.

Thanks to all those who did pay on time.

[RangieRacing]

Hi Rudie and Hobzee, when will you post the latest competitors list. The web site said first week of April. By the way Hobzee you not bit old for the OBC are you? Just kidding. Gary

[NavRun]

Will do shortly Gary. As end of April is cut off date for finalisation of the teams, so we should have our confirmed teams then.

[Hobzee]

By the way Hobzee you not bit old for the OBC are you? Just kidding. Gary

Hey there Gaz - Yes I'm still a "kid" at heart ... or maybe I'm "kidding" myself...

[Hobzee]

All preparations well under way.

Have completed the handbooks with all the stage notes, where to meet and when, etc.

Am going up to B'Hill to do OBC over next two weeks and will be meeting with the local helpers - Kevy at West Darling, Neil, Silver City 4WD, Jim the pilot, etc) and finalising arrangements.

Got thumbs up last night from CCDA re emergency procedures, etc.

49 Fully Paid teams and just a few promissed late payers. So work on a field of say 50. I reckon I can weed out 5 on the first night and that then allows 3 groups of 15. Re-grouping Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. On Thursday and Friday you are all together.

There is presently water in the holes. This is normal this early. I think the wetness/dryness will be same as last year.

Got a terrific line up of marshals. Another One or Two experienced marshals with own car would be spot on.

All good.

[jasonw]

I reckon I can weed out 5 on the first night

what does that mean?

[Lexlux]

I think it means the first night is going to be tough. Hobzee can't reply today as he's on his way to the Gold Coast & we leave for Broken Hill on Tuesday but he will have acess to a computor till then.

[Hobzee]

I reckon I can weed out 5 on the first night

what does that mean?

Ah yes - just ask Phil Swindale - he was "weeded" last year in grand style... We gave him a 9.9 for style and small splash.

No matter how much we warn people about the hazards on opening night we always lose a few trucks. Breaks my heart !!

This ain't no pussy event!!

MY OBC campaign began today. Flew to Qld and met up with Pops. Had a few beers with Sean and Bruce and talked about the old days. I find out now that Pops can't see in the dark ... DOH! Roger Smith wasn't much better! and the best he has is Lightforce 170's (Halogen). Me thinks I had better call the office on Monday and get some HID's sent to Silver City 4WD real fast ... either that or I steer at night..

[Wilba]

Hey Hobzee

A few of us were thinking of heading down from QLD in a light plane. Noticed there was a strip at hq last year and was wondering if we could use it if its ok withe the land owner.Cheers Billy.
Ps Don`t worry about old pop he can see enough in the dark!!!

[Hobzee]

Yes it is OK with land owners to use the air strip.

The GPS Co-ords for the strip are UTM 679321 / 6567197.

[NavRun]

ok here there are: the official final competitor list for 2009

Car# TEAM NAME DRIVER NAVIGATOR State
1 A.K.A. Assassin Paltridge Ian Lawson Heath QLD
5 ARB Bendigo Scanlon Greg Nunns Liam VIC
7 Unlimited Industries Racing Grove Alister Ross Bryan VIC
8 Team EFS QLD Gregg Brian Gregg David QLD
9 CMA Racing Cameron Dave Koliskin Robbie VIC
11 Custom Offroad Neilson Wil Morgan Brett QLD
13 Snatch Racing Turner Aaron Buckley Mark VIC
15 Natrad Racing Hodge Rod Phillips Tony VIC
16 Rangie Racing Margitich Tim Margitich Tom SA
17 Justa Nissan Andrews Brian Andrews Barb NSW
19 Motomoto- Rockstar Hingerty Mick Hunter Tim NSW
21 Team General Tire Beaven Scott Winch Jarrod VIC
23 AUS-STEEL Racing Warneken Colin Eyb Scott NSW
24 Bastard Child Barton Rob Barton Bill VIC
25 Team Sausage Czudek Paul Lowen Jay SA
27 Have A Crack Graham Steve Dean Trevor VIC
28 ARB Tamworth 1 Baerlocher Max Scarpin Cosmo NSW
29 Madica Racing Jackson Greg Griffin Brent QLD
31 Ironman 4 x4 Craze Adam Grierson Alan VIC
32 Road Runner Offroad Smethurst Barry Hayes Jim VIC
34 JPC Turbo Charging Clancy Michael Campbell Adam VIC
50 ARB Tamworth 2 Burrows Dave Crossley Howard NSW
51 EFS Motorsport NSW Gambell Paul Holt Guy NSW
52 Team Mannell Motors Quinn Steven Rose Steven NSW
53 tba Stavrou Johnnie Dyer Andrew VIC
54 Team Hoon Mihailoff Peter tba VIC
55 Mean GU Racing Smith Scott Pearson Jaey VIC
56 Family Wagon von Pein Peter von Pein Jane QLD
59 MickeyThompson/Narrabeen Tyrepower Graham Mal Cary James NSW
60 Team MMW Griffiths Laurie Kafantaris Manny NSW
61 Agro Automotive Gale Cameron Parker Wesley NSW
62 Outback Lads Clemens John Bright Tony NSW
63 Triple AAA Racing Higham Brenton Creten Paul SA
64 Border Patrol Joyce Sean Chapman Darren VIC
65 Elf Racing Crimmin Troy TBA QLD
66 Disaster McIntyre Steve Shanks Peter VIC
68 EFS Motorsport VIC Jackson Steve Wilkie Paul VIC
69 GM Racing Wileman Jason Cassar Joe VIC
70 GR8GU Pamintuan Alberto Daley Sean VIC
72 G-QNIT Off Road Racing McCarty William Shire Tom VIC
73 PGS Racing Burns Brett tba VIC
74 Owner Builder Racing Davis Michael Walker Grant QLD
75 Loose Racing Hansen Daniel Jarret Stephen SA
78 Team No Winchn' Bowles Dale Bowles Marc VIC
79 ARB Geelong Umhauer Kris Napper Ben VIC
80 ARB Rockhampton Mason Russell Luttrell Peter QLD
82 Tint A Car Racing Dukes Brad Weller Robbie QLD
83 Clayton's Racing / EFS Suspension Wotherspoon Jason Stirling Peter QLD
84 JPC Turbo Charging 2 Hill Andrew Bradford Warren VIC
85 Yes, We Like Bright Colours Borchardt Bruce Chatters Wayne NSW
81 Rob Marshal

[RangieRacing]

Great List - disappointed that I cannot be there but have come out of retirement and rang Rudi last night and have put entry in for next year already. Going up to watch some of the OBC this weekend which should be fun for the new format. Have a great event.

THE ORIGINAL AND ONLY "RANGIE RACING"

Gazman
Gary - SA

[tom_286]

If we can get this orange thing in that grey thing in time I recon this'll be a fun week

[Meangu]

IF ANYONE IS KEEN TO DO CHLIFFHANGER AND HAS NOT GOT ENTRY YET, MY SPOT HAS COME UP FOR SALE. IT IS IN THE MISC FOR SALE SECTION. THANKS SCOTT. CALL ME IF YOUR KEEN 0407761005

[bru21]

Good to see Ian, Heath, Bluey, and the trusty smurf racing!

Might have to spectate!

[RangieRacing]

Now that Hobzee finished with Lawrie in Second Spot at the OBC - maybe he should borrow the Lux and entered his own event. Heard Hobzee, that the Navi only had to winch twice - what a cushie role you must have had - just kidding - well done.

Good to see another Cliffhanger man in Dave Cameron came in third at the OBC and is getting ready for the Cliffhanger. Big task, I have done it the last two years. Well done Dave.

Gary

[moose]

Now that Hobzee finished with Lawrie in Second Spot at the OBC - maybe he should borrow the Lux and entered his own event. Heard Hobzee, that the Navi only had to winch twice - what a cushie role you must have had - just kidding - well done.

Good to see another Cliffhanger man in Dave Cameron came in third at the OBC and is getting ready for the Cliffhanger. Big task, I have done it the last two years. Well done Dave.

Gary

Greg & Liam are also entered !!

[Britswed]

6 weeks to go better get motivated

Mal

[crazie]

6 weeks to go better get motivated

Mal

Only 6 weeks to go, better put the truck back together....here we go again..Awesome!!

[Hobzee]

It was a credit to all the "Hangers" in the Outback Challenge doing well.

Not long to go. I'm off in a little over 2 weeks.

We need a stage for presentation and driver briefs, etc as well as a band - I am thinking of a semi trailer with curtain sides. If anyone is thinking about transport and wants a truck or has a truck then let me know - we might be able to contribute to cost if we can use it too for a stage. Ideally we want curtain sides so we can use it as a wind block, etc.

If you are a musician then the idea was raised that we should build a band. Kempie has guitar, Clay is bringing drums. What say we get Rudes on the keyboard??? Can anyone else contribute / participate ?

[maccasMQ]

My spot is up for grabs, I am pulling out, so give me your offers for my entry if you want to compete in this comp

[maccasMQ]

$1700 is pretty cheap for entry to this comp, who wants it?

[Hobzee]

$1700 is pretty cheap for entry to this comp, who wants it?

Give Jeff Redman in Geelong a call. He and Jason managed to keep the car in one piece at Outback Challenge and I think you could twist his arm.

Sorry you can't make it.

[Britswed]

$1700 is pretty cheap for entry to this comp, who wants it?

Give Jeff Redman in Geelong a call. He and Jason managed to keep the car in one piece at Outback Challenge and I think you could twist his arm.

Sorry you can't make it.

Isnt there a wait list ???

Mal