Dammit man.....
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02-25-2010 10:30 PMGod forgives.....The 1% doesn't!!!!!!
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02-25-2010 10:43 PM
Randy, I guess that's a swipe at me...so I'll reply. Otherwise I'd never bring this subject up, especially in public.
When OSS race sites started dropping off due to being disappointed by a low boat count (Pickwick, Orange Beach, Destin) it became clear to me that the OSS show was no longer sellable. For OSS to survive, it needed to merge....now that you've realized that too, you basically have merged with SBI so congradulations.
As you've learned, finding race sites that have the money and resources to put on a race are far and few between. When you find one, they deserve more than 20 boats showing up considering all of the time, money and energy they put forth to produce the races. Especially if you want to be invited back next year. 30 boats seems to be the minimum of what's considered "A good turnout".
When Woody confided in my that he was very disappointed with the boat count as were the promoters in Lake Cumberland, they both wanted to know how OSS could bring more boats the following year. I only knew one way that could happen.
If OSS had followed my lead and merged with OPA, you would be enjoying a nice 8 or nine race season, sponsorship from Geico and a TV show. And the race sites would have been thrilled. All they want is a good show.
As for P1, let Smitty answer that. I think he's waiting to hear how working with P1 will benifit OPA and it's teams in 2010 and for the long term. I'd like to hear the answer to that too.
Randy, I gotta say, I'm with Heater. I miss our talks and listening to your passion for the sport. I know it's a headache for you now, but once you realize that you are a racer and don't belong on the OSS board, then it might become fun for you again. Leave the headaches to the guys that run the organization. Go back to doing what you do best. Losing races and having a great time doing it.
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02-25-2010 11:08 PMThanks for the reality check Ron and Doug. I get cought up in all the BS. Sometimes I think Hellen Keller had it figured out. Racing is what I love and what I am best at.
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02-25-2010 11:14 PM
Tim with all respect,,NONE OF WHAT SVL DOES IS ANY OF YOUR BUSINESS,,My agreement with the ones who it does concern ,,is and will be met..your inuendoes and slanderious comments are unfounded.and one sided,,I don,t care what you write,,but when you start with my class,,It will only start something we both don,t need,, there are no rules in a war..so i ask you nicely PLEASE LET IT GO,,,,,GEORGE JR.
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02-26-2010 12:22 AMI really hate to read this stuff but did you ever notice that after a good brawl with the old lady the make up sex is the best
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02-26-2010 10:47 AM
Randy, yes we had a meeting with Martin. It was to be a fact finding mission. What I learned is the grand plan shifts more gears than an Indy car. There will be more conversations, I am sure. Always be aware of this. We are not looking towards the best interest of OPA or Geico. We are looking at what is best for OUR sport. Others have failed, and maybe we will too. But for the first time in 5 years Scotty B, Scott Colton, Haggin, Louie. Augie, and myself are all 100 percent on the same page. Why not get on board. I understand your loyalities. But you have been one of OPA's main guys for years. Your biggest asset is not in the areana of politics. It is your presence at the site. You bring a lot of energy, and passion, that others follow. I hope you are with us this year. You are always welcome. As far as Spreading our wings, yes I wondered too would the extra travel thin out the ranks. We will run eight races. Last year we ran six. Orange Beach is the worlds and will be scored separate from the series. So basically there are seven races to score yourself on, if you wish to contend for the National Championship. We added one race Sunny Isles beach. From what I have been hearing, alot of the teams are excited to race in FLA. We are going to allow everyone to score on seven races, and drop their worst finsh. This way if you only run six races you are still in the running, for the National Championship. Orange Beach will have enough Perks attached, that everyone will be there. The APBA is not out of the picture. We are working down the chain of priorities. The biggest issue is the fees. The race sanction fee is no big deal. The racing membership fees are too high. 250.00 per racing member. We have 450 members and 250 racing members. 250 times 250.00 62,500.00. plus 5600.00 in race sanction fees. For a total of 68,100.00 a year. Not including individual team members. For all of this what do you get is the question. If I had an extra 68K I would make it a high points fund. This would help us grow. While the APBA attachment would be nice, will it help us grow? I think not. Most recently there are more people taking shots at us. This is encouraging, it means we must be doing something right or they would not care. I/WE are excited about the prospects of Offshore moving forward. I am not a big fan of change. So you will see little steps at a time being taken to move forward. We ask for your support, and your patience as collectively we take our sport to the next level. To all of our OPA teams, thanks for your support over the years, and always know that this is your organization. We run it for you. If you love it ...Race it. Smitty
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02-26-2010 11:17 AMGreat post Smitty
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02-26-2010 11:42 AM
Smitty,
I usually try not to post on these forums anymore but I felt like adding a positive tone for You and OPA. You know how much I love the sport and for the FIRST time since the fall of the APBA OFFSHORE LLC, I see a real renewed vision for the sport of Offshore Powerboat Racing here in the US and I applaud every aspect of it.
Not being an equipment owner or a crew member and being more of a fan/ spectator these days I am very excited for the new direction that OPA is taking. Keep up the hard work and remember many a times when there is poor criticism it is usually due to the fact that you are doing something right.
DPT
ps. when are we taking another plane flight together??? LOL!!!
YOU JUST CAN'T MAKE THIS SH*T UP!!!!!!
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SHARKEY-IMAGESGuest02-26-2010 01:52 PM
I certainly will keep that in mind throughout the season...
Not sure what WAR you're talking about, but perhaps you should read up on "THE GENEVA CONVENTION"
I am sure you will do what's best for you and your Class. Maybe I'll see you and maybe I won't but Good Luck !
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SHARKEY-IMAGESGuest02-26-2010 01:54 PM
Very informative post Smitty.
At least it is nice to hear the possibility is still there to be able to work with Powerboat P1 & APBA....
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02-26-2010 05:12 PM
Smitty, Thanks for posting. It takes a lot of the guess work out. I think sometimes is it just me or does this not look right.
On unification, this is still going forward if you like the overall direction or not it is happening.
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02-26-2010 10:11 PMGod forgives.....The 1% doesn't!!!!!!
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