I don't think any org. wants the responsability of owning a spec veh. for
training or
a rent a ride. The libilities might be a bit steep.Something to think about.
Glen.
john robinson wrote:
> Howdy,
> Perhaps there is another way to increase the LSR community >and<
>utilize a
> spec racer. How about BNI, USFRA, ECTA putting together a couple of spec
> racers and selling rides? Give the spectator/rookie driver the full
> treatment, rookie course, a slow cruise@ 90-100 to check out the driver,
> then let them try a fast ride of 140-150.....cockpit video, still pictures,
> the whole nine yards. This concept is used in skydiving around the
> country.....we (the skydiving community) get a return of 3 to 5% returning
> students that stay in skydiving, we pay for our planes and continue
> building the sport....$200-300 a ride? Might work........
>
> John Robinson, Mechanician
> Mechanical Engineering University of Wisconsin
> 1513 University Ave.
> Madison, Wi. 53706
> 608-262-3606
> FAX 608-265-2316
> Current World Land Speed Record Holder
> Bonneville Salt Flats
> H/GCC 92 cu.in. 1980 Dodge Colt
> 131.333 MPH set 1995
> 136.666 MPH set 1996
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