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What happened to Stig Blomqvist? Why didn’t he start?Quote:
Originally Posted by c4
Very nice videos C4. What a nice sound the cars had at those days. It was also nice to see Henri Toivonen in action. I just checked that I’ve VHS from RAC –84 and –85. I think I must watch them again.
What a great day, just going through the pics now.
Spent most of my time at SS3 and winners presentations in Perth.
Just came back too, and it was an amazing day :up: eventhough we misses half of cars on stage 5 due to Jimmy McRae off...pity because where on a great spot, but glad that nothing happened to the crew.
Well, after just the 600 mile round trip I'm glad I went. Thanks to all the Organisers, Marshals, everybody involved in bringing everybody together for this probable 'once-in-a-lifetime' event.
Went to Errochty - the car park was just cars and campers everywere - great stuff. There seemed a real buzz while walking through the stage to get to my viewing point - like an old RAC Rally. Then the action started, who was driving the '0' car? Ari seemed 'muted' a car problem I think, but a priviledge to have seen him and DR with the Rothmans Escort.
Must say Alister, Kris, Callum and John Crawford were specially commited. Wouldn 't have missed it for the world, a chance to see legends driving iconic cars. Great stuff!!! http://www.britishrally.co.uk/forum/...s/smiley20.gif
Would like to see a few enter the RAC in November - now that would be something!!
Fantastic event, spoilt only by the mess which put the mockers on SS5. Thankfully myself, pino and J4MIE got to see the whole field through SS1, so it wasn't as much of a disappointment for us that SS5 was canned after 30 or so cars. It was great to see some famous names rallying again. I never thought I'd get to see the likes of Vatanen, Wilson, Mikkola, Buffum, Waldegaard and Brookes competing, let alone on the same rally! Unfortunately, it must be remembered that this event only took place because of the tragic loss of the great Colin himself, and I would gladly forget this weekend to have him back with us. As things go though, this was one hell of a way to pay tribute to him, so I too thank everyone who worked so hard to bring it all together. :up:
When we'll see some pics ? :DQuote:
Originally Posted by PuddleJumper
i was spectating on stage 4 and car23 rolled next thing dumb spectators wanted to stop the stage car was badly damaged but driving 100% and the crew were sound the stage was partialy blocked but me and the gang of lads were with me unblocked the stage,but what realy annoyed me was many spectator stood there looking at us and whinging at not stoping the stage ,now were i come from when we are at drivers breifings before events we are told get the stage ublocked if it is possable.another car went off and there was lack of help again guys stud there laughing at it
Had a great day out, really disappointed that SS5 was stopped but I suppose even more surprised that was the only problem throughout the day despite the huge number of spectators.
Went to SS1 where Meeke was stunning, fully sideways and very fast well before the 90 right and went round inch perfect :up: Malcolm Wilson looked good as well. Got to Craigvinean in time to drive up to the midpoint, and I walked up the hill a bit from where pino and PuddleJumper were. Alister was amazing there, very commited!! When we were driving out of the stage it was extremely slippery but a fantastic looking stage, never had the chance to go round there before.
Does seem there were a few amateur speccies out there though, not sure why anybody would call 999 especially as I hear that they were shouting up that they were OK pretty quickly...
Anyway, really enjoyed it :up:
Few pics:
http://photos-611.ll.facebook.com/ph...23809_8460.jpg
http://photos-611.ll.facebook.com/ph...23782_9513.jpg
http://photos-611.ll.facebook.com/ph...23777_7946.jpg
Nice pics J4MIE, especially 1st and last ones :D
Interesting silence from George Donaldson (Subaru STI Group N) who was acting as a reporter for WRC Rally Radio when talking to Russell Brookes about the "fantasic atmosphere and crowds on the event" & Russell turns to him and says "yes and people are wondering whats wrong with the wrc, here you have your answer, cheap cars that sound right, are spectacular to watch - get rid of turbocharging and 4 wd in the wrc and you will get a re-surgence" cue awkward silence and tactfull agreement from George Donaldson, probably doesnt want to upset his paymasters and the clique that run wrc.
Got back from the rally yesterday evening what a weekend :D
Went up to scruiteenring on friday and watched most of the forum which was really good. Then on Saturday went to SS1 where A McRae, Kris Meeke were getting it nicely sideways and even Travis Pastrana tried a scandanavian flick.
Then it was off to SS5 where most of the guest drivers had picked the pace up just a shame the stage was cancelled as i was really looking forward to hearing Andy Horne's Dam 4100 as it was first time id ever seen the car at a rally. Next time a car goes off make sure the crew are ok first rather than just calling the firebrigade.
Then it was a night out in Pitlochry stayed a bit too long in the bar and got locked out of the Y Hostel :D
Thanks to the organisers for putting on a great event.
My video will be ready soon :)
Hadn't heard that quote, but a few people I spoke to said similar things. Makes sense really - cheap, spectacular cars, which sound great. How difficult is it for F1A/ISC/Manufacturers to understand. S2000 is too expensive as well - use what most people drive on the roads.Quote:
Originally Posted by MJW
Agree about the atmosphere & crowds though, fantastic stuff!! Just what Rallying should be like.
Totally agree with you both, can imagine the Dave Richards and Malcom Wilsons of the sport wouldn't be too happy about that, and the MSA seem determined to ruin rallying by banning 'specials' like Burtons 306 Cosworth. Seems like N/A is the most important ingredient thats missing from the sport, although S200 is a step in the right direction, I still dont think its enough.Quote:
Originally Posted by AndyRAC
I guess they will be forced to back track if rallying is to survive as a marketable form of motorsport.
Had a great time in and around Perth at the weekend.
Managed to locate a test session on Friday and went along to find Ari, Louise and John Buffum in attendance as well as a few others. What a guy Ari is - only too happy to chat, sign autographs and pose for pics! Especially with his McRae tartan scarf
Then headed back for scrutineering at the race course. Great to see all those Mk2's and what a picture it would have made if we'd been able to get them all lined up!! Fantastic to mingle with the stars too and see them chat with Joe public in such a relaxed manner. Hung around to see some of the forum which was also very good.
Saturday morning up bright and early and into SS1. Went near the end of the stage and found a few interesting spots. Also good to meet Pino, PuddleJumper and J4MIE. Saw everyone through there before heading back down the A9 to SS5. Managed to get into the stage near Jn 9 - a lovely downhill section with lots of bends one after the other. Saw everyone through until the stoppage then went for a walk. Eventualy headed back to the car (considerably damper!) after we'd heard the stage was cancelled and followed the closing car out of the stage.
Here are some pics from the day...
The Stars
Waldegaard in full flight on SS5...
http://www.ecossepix.co.uk/Brit-Rall...e08-Stars1.jpg
Phil Collins at the end of SS1...
http://www.ecossepix.co.uk/Brit-Rall...e08-Stars3.jpg
Alister looking good on SS1...
http://www.ecossepix.co.uk/Brit-Rall...e08-Stars2.jpg
...and some of the others...
An excellent result for Calum MacKenzie...
http://www.ecossepix.co.uk/Brit-Rall.../McRae08-7.jpg
One from a SS1 sequence of Craig Whyte going over...
http://www.ecossepix.co.uk/Brit-Rall.../McRae08-2.jpg
...and one from a sequence of a Martin McCormack off a bit further down the road on SS1...
http://www.ecossepix.co.uk/Brit-Rall.../McRae08-8.jpg
Both Craig and Martin drove away and all involved were unhurt......
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Originally Posted by AndyRAC
Funny to see these comments here now. I have read so many posts here that say how even the S2000 cars would be too slow and boring to watch...
What a great event.
Amazing atmosphere, incredible action, a stunning location and a fitting tribute.
Coltness Car Club should be rightly proud of their tremendous efforts in organising such a succesful event.
The vast majority of spectators were impeccably well behaved and were rewarded with a memorable experience.
As one who heeded the organiseres instructions and treated SS1 as a closed spectator stage, it is a touch dissapointing to note that a number of supposedly knowledgable rally fans in this forum decided they were above this advice. Just a small point, but I think worth making, because that kind of arrogant behaviour can ruin things for all us genuine and respectful rally fans.
Arrogant behaviour ? :confused: We were allowed into that stage because we had a media pass...sorry :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Rally_Rocks
:rotflmao: That's hilarious.
Likewise :) Checked at the stage start it was OK to go in. Showed media pass and was waved on. Had that not been the case I would have turned around and gone elsewhere.Quote:
Originally Posted by pino
And just as well people were in SS1 too as Colin's pic, the car was on its roof around a quick blind bend with the next car fast approaching and a drop on the outside where avoiding action would have been taken...
Great pics Colin :up:
Yep I had one too, these fake passes worked a treat.Quote:
Originally Posted by pino
some nice pics there,i liked the one of the red MK2 :D wish i could have been there :(
Can anyone help me with the following?
Driver and co-driver of car 0.
Driver and co-driver of car Inter 2.
Co-driver to Graeme Smith in car 111.
Driver of car 227. (Iain Macdonald or MacDonald?)
Thanks.
Car 0 : John Allan/?Quote:
Originally Posted by PuddleJumper
Car 111 : Graeme Smith/Fraser Smith
Car 227 : Iain MacDonald
Hope that helps a bit....
Yip me to,got mine from ordnance surveyQuote:
Originally Posted by Zico
farquar i'm fairly sure Zico was being sarcastic. Sneaking into a stage you're not meant to be on isn't funny or smart.
There is normally a good reason stages are 'Non Spectator' - limited access, parking, PR, etcQuote:
Originally Posted by Daniel
And while I'm not criticising people for going, if everybody had the same idea it could/would cause chaos.
Lack of good access for emergency services for spectators can also be a reason sometimes. A good reason just to go to normal spectator points.
I cant understand why anyone would want to go to a non-spectator stage when the organiziers do such a great job in providing parking etc. still buzzing from Saturday and cant wait now til the Snowman !!
Because particularly for photographers it's great to not have tape and spectators everywhere.
Believe the issue with Fonab is the lack of parking. We checked with the organisers well before the event to see if was ok to go into the stage and got the green light as long as it was ok with the marshals, which it was.
As for everyone else, well if you're out for a walk in the beautiful Perthshire hills and come across a rally, it'd be silly to leave wouldn't it ;)
The stage setup is the same regardless if it's non-spectator or not, the rescue/emergency services and tape etc shouldn't differ from a normal stage. And if the safety cars that drove through before the stage was live had any concerns, I'm sure they would have stopped and sorted it out and if necessary stopped the stage from running. But from what I saw everyone was well behaved, standing in safe places and enjoying themselves :up:
What I mean is that on some stages there isn't space for spectators to park and for emergency services to get in quickly too if that makes sense.
Don't worry Daniel I know exactly what you mean ;)
sure if you have an emergency route on any event you have to keep it clear you cant have some dope of a spectator wandering up the road with his rover and s the services trying to get in or out
It does. Thank you.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ecosse Pix
The main reason that SS1 was a non spectator stage is that there was no parking available in the area and the organisers didnt want cars being left on the side of the A9. I was staying just across the road in Pitlochry so i thought a would try and go to the 1st stage as i wasnt causing any problems by parking cars in stupid places etc
The marshals at the entrance and organisers we spoke to said it was ok to watch there if it wasnt i would have gone to SS2 so hope people dont think im an idiot.