QLD Mickey Thompson SSS Winch Challenge RD 1 2011

[SSS Winch Challenge]

We had talked about holding the first round in January. However due to other commitments etc & feedback from competitors we were trying to get early March. Due to prior commitments at the Park we have been advised that the only date available is:

25 - 27 February 2011

Venue: Landcruiser Mountain Park

Nomination fee: $200

Will post Rules & regulations & forms shortly.

If you need any further information please contact Stirlo on either 0439885807 or ssswinch@gmail.com

Cheers

Stirlo & Jo

[Alfie Gregg]

Slerlo , round 1 dates look ok for Dave and me at this stage, I am commited to 4 rounds with WTC this year. If possible can you have a look at there dates so they dont conflict If they dont count us in for your rounds and GPS ones. Brian

[SSS Winch Challenge]

No worries Brian. Can assure you that our dates won't conflict with any WTC dates. We will post the other dates in the next few weeks.

Regards

Jo

[XTREME MMM]

No worries Brian. Can assure you that our dates won't conflict with any WTC dates. We will post the other dates in the next few weeks.

Regards

Jo

Yes but it conflicts with XWC.

Pity.

[Lexlux]

How many people does this effect. Is there anybody wanting to do XWC and SSS? Let the organisers know and maybe if it effects enough people dates could be changed. It does not effect me. Lawrie

[MissGU]

Aaron was going to be driving mine at the SSS... Shame really :(

[Mosko111]

With dates not clashing with WTC rounds, I'm sure there will b a few new rigs heading down from cq to give a couple SSS rounds a go!!

[tuf355]

Dear Sterlo & MMM .; not taking sides and it is very rare that i make these sort of comments in open forum as are beloved sport and events dont need negitive comments or feed back , but it seams crazy to me when history has shown that the last 2 years SSS & XWC entry numbers have been at a all time low , that a date clash is the last thing needed ... a couple of years back 30 starters was classed as full event [ and sometimes as a cap ] .. but both have now been run with sub 10 starters . Also in the past quite offer the round 2 & 3`s have been set up not to clash with the OBC & ATECO . Please remember while all this is going on the VIC boys & girls cant race at all so i hope by the time round 2 comes around that its all worked out so there can 15 plus starters at both the events , as i am sure some people would like to do both events and not have to choose , i know if i am able to race again this year that i had looked at doing both ROUND 1`s . ........ Bob Dunsmore

[GUT 30]

How many people does this effect. Is there anybody wanting to do XWC and SSS? Let the organisers know and maybe if it effects enough people dates could be changed. It does not effect me. Lawrie

Which event will you be competeing in Lawrie ? Daves or Stirlo`s ?
Will be at Stirlo`s to support the others . How is the Mav coming along Geoff ?

[gut42]

How many people does this effect. Is there anybody wanting to do XWC and SSS? Let the organisers know and maybe if it effects enough people dates could be changed. It does not effect me. Lawrie

Which event will you be competeing in Lawrie ? Daves or Stirlo`s ?
Will be at Stirlo`s to support the others . How is the Mav coming along Geoff ?

Hey Shaun, the mav is coming along, not quite as fast as I had hoped, will definately be ready to compete! here is a couple of pics I took yesterday arvo.

[gut42]

With dates not clashing with WTC rounds, I'm sure there will b a few new rigs heading down from cq to give a couple SSS rounds a go!!

Lets hope so!!!

[Lexlux]

I will be doing SSS. Not as far to travel and I hear a few of the top teams are doing SSS as well. Talking to past competitors and they say Stirlo runs a great event, it's family friendly and I have not heard of one unhappy team.

[pootrollin]

Might even have a look at this myself if the truck is still good after rd 1 wtc.

[1Tuffrover]

It's a bummer that both events are on the same weekend as they are both great events. It's interesting what the difference in fees are between both events mmm's is nearly double what do you get for that extra money?

[gut42]

Any news on dates for the other rounds and the GPS rounds?

[Zuki]

Sure, SSS Entry Fees maybe cheaper but take a look at the big picture.
MMM Entry Fee includes your park entry and camping. If you pay SSS entry fee + Landcruisers entry fee, I think you will find it might work out to be dearer.

[PMT]

Sure, SSS Entry Fees maybe cheaper but take a look at the big picture.
MMM Entry Fee includes your park entry and camping. If you pay SSS entry fee + Landcruisers entry fee, I think you will find it might work out to be dearer.

PARK FEES FROM 1ST JANUARY 2011
4WD and All Wheel Drive Vehicles:
$45 per night per vehicle for 24 hour stay
$25 day trip per vehicle/day rate
6 - 7 nights camping $225

Still works out cheaper

[gut42]

Sure, SSS Entry Fees maybe cheaper but take a look at the big picture.
MMM Entry Fee includes your park entry and camping. If you pay SSS entry fee + Landcruisers entry fee, I think you will find it might work out to be dearer.

PARK FEES FROM 1ST JANUARY 2011
4WD and All Wheel Drive Vehicles:
$45 per night per vehicle for 24 hour stay
$25 day trip per vehicle/day rate
6 - 7 nights camping $225

Still works out cheaper

Minus discount from frequent visitors cards!!!

[Zuki]

Sure, SSS Entry Fees maybe cheaper but take a look at the big picture.
MMM Entry Fee includes your park entry and camping. If you pay SSS entry fee + Landcruisers entry fee, I think you will find it might work out to be dearer.

PARK FEES FROM 1ST JANUARY 2011
4WD and All Wheel Drive Vehicles:
$45 per night per vehicle for 24 hour stay
$25 day trip per vehicle/day rate
6 - 7 nights camping $225

Still works out cheaper

do all you guys/gals drive your winch trucks to lcmp now or do you leave your tow rigs at the office considering, you need to pay for your tow rig to enter lcmp, which would work out heaps dear if you take them in.....

[XTREME MMM]

Sure, SSS Entry Fees maybe cheaper but take a look at the big picture.
MMM Entry Fee includes your park entry and camping. If you pay SSS entry fee + Landcruisers entry fee, I think you will find it might work out to be dearer.

PARK FEES FROM 1ST JANUARY 2011
4WD and All Wheel Drive Vehicles:
$45 per night per vehicle for 24 hour stay
$25 day trip per vehicle/day rate
6 - 7 nights camping $225

Still works out cheaper

do all you guys/gals drive your winch trucks to lcmp now or do you leave your tow rigs at the office considering, you need to pay for your tow rig to enter lcmp, which would work out heaps dear if you take them in.....

Hey guys lets not get into who is cheaper or dearer talk.
Talk about the event which ever it may be.

Cheers
David

[GUT 30]

A list of competitors would be good , from both MMM and SSS .

[Alfie Gregg]

Bob You hit the nail on the head Hopfully some of the Vic's will come up hear. I don't think the dates are an issue All the organizers off the events should talk to each outher. Maybe combine two events in one like a 5 day event mid year. and have a $500/$700 entry and each team to sponcer a stage at $200. 30 teams Thats $6k thats makes up the prize money and some of the entry round it of to $10k you will fill 30 teams no problem. I am keen to help out.Maybe the propety at lowmead is a good spot.
Anyway enough dribble see you at round one SSS. Brian/Dave

[Mosko111]

Bob You hit the nail on the head Hopfully some of the Vic's will come up hear. I don't think the dates are an issue All the organizers off the events should talk to each outher. Maybe combine two events in one like a 5 day event mid year. and have a $500/$700 entry and each team to sponcer a stage at $200. 30 teams Thats $6k thats makes up the prize money and some of the entry round it of to $10k you will fill 30 teams no problem. I am keen to help out.Maybe the propety at lowmead is a good spot.
Anyway enough dribble see you at round one SSS. Brian/Dave

this is a great idea Brian!! and would be a goood distance for everyon from both sides!!

and im sure clarkey would be more thenhppy to run an event like this on his lan and would pusha hep moe new tracks to keep eveyone guesing what is in stall for them next!

But on sss news how is lcmp lookingat

[vompie69]

Only a month to go....so who's coming?

Pete and Jane will be there in the wagon

[gut42]

Ill be there, car is at the auto lecky getting the wiring sorted out. Should be ready in time for a shake down run a week or 2 before the challenge!

Still have a few mods to do but that can wait till after the WC.

[FESTA]

I WILL BE THERE PARTYING ON THE HILL CANT WAIT - WHO WANTS TO PARTY ?

[SSS Winch Challenge]

Please see the attached link for the nomiation form, medical form and rules & regulations for the winch challenge.

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Please note that a statutory declaration is required in accordance with rule #3A3. For your convenience I have attached a link below to the statutory declaration.

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Please note the changes to the camping fees:

Competitors pay x1 nights camping $45 this covers:

Competition Vehicle & Tow Vehicle for the weekend.

This is to be paid at the Park Office on arrival, before entering the competitors camping area.

All other vehicles pay normal park fees, including navigators if bringing own vehicle.

The nomination form will be amended shortly to reflect this change.

Camping will be at Billabong however you will be notified of any changes upon arrival at the Park Office.

Friday 25 February: Scrutineering will be from 2pm - 7pm at the picnic tables at Billabong. Drivers briefing will be held at the same place between 6:30pm - 7pm for a 7:30pm start.

2 stages Friday night, 6 stages Saturday and 2 stages early Sunday morning. Presentation to be held at Billabong Sunday 11am - 12pm.

Look forward to catching up with everyone again.

In the meantime if you have any questions please contact Stirlo on 0439885807.

Cheers

Stirlo & Jo

[SSS Winch Challenge]

I have just amended the winch challenge nomination form to reflect the current camping information.

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Please note that all forms must be completed including the statutory declaration. If direct deposit is a more convenient method of payment for you, send me an email (ssswinch@gmail.com) and I will forward the relevant information.

Nominated and paid so far:

Ashley & Warren Bunney
Paul & John Espig
Wil Neilson & Michael Bowcock
Justin Badham & Dan Campbell

I will update this list as more entry forms are received.

Regards

Jo

[Kirby]

Heh Bunney , I though you were going to have a break.

[BUNNEY]

Gday all can't wait for round one will be doing round one then have time off when little Bunney comes along in april.Will be coming out to watch other rounds and maybe official if there game to give me a whistle.After the last stage of the last round fellow competitors will remember it as the one we did'nt like but once we finished it was bloody awesome.This makes it hard to stop racing hope to see a good turn out and to catch up with everyone.