Trike Fest Drag Classes & Rules

**ATC-Eric** · 02-14-2008, 06:00 PM

Originally Posted by atctim

Don't wanna stir the pot - just offer up something here to be chewed on:

Why not just leave things as they are. If the really fast mods in the mod class are outclassing everyone else in the class - big deal - so be it. If you are not as fast as them - build a faster mod bike. And leave the open class just that.I plan on running my 500 MX bike in the open class and guess what? I smell smoked CR!! I'll get my ass handed to me in a hat - big deal. I say no class bumping

I love you Tim

**Louis Mielke** · 02-14-2008, 06:29 PM

Originally Posted by TRITecate350

Hehe, I was just joking..... But there is an underlining meaning to that statement, Billy wanted to know what Eric was building, why? Either to tell him that his bike isnt a threat, or to be able to change the rules to get rid of him.

Originally Posted by TRITecate350

3rd quote, Hmmmm, Looks like a lot of good points to me, why not rebuke them if you feel i am wrong. Looks like I am exactly right, Louis, Raffa and Billy are the only ones really supporting the tech rule..... You and Raffa definatly have the power.

Dude, no ones out to get rid of anyone with any rules. Why do you think that? Where did you get this idea from?

The rules weren't designed with that in mind at all and more than just two people approved of the rules before they were ever posted. So you're telling me that a group of almost 10 different individuals approved rules with intentions of manipulating the outcome?

**Billy Golightly** · 02-14-2008, 07:15 PM

I think I'm gonna lock this for right now.

Corey I got your PM, and at this time, I'm going to decline on the phone call.

**Bryan Raffa** · 02-14-2008, 11:57 PM

Updated changes to the RULES mod class and max cc for youth..

**Howdy** · 02-15-2008, 01:18 AM

Just my 2 cents: Drop all the rules, and switch back to the run for the fun of it. Like it was when they started. No Awards, just a lot of folks having a good time. It seemed everyone had more fun and a whole lot less complaints.

I have stated my opinion and I will stick to it.
Howdy

**Bryan Raffa** · 02-15-2008, 08:48 AM

Originally Posted by Howdy

Just my 2 cents: Drop all the rules, and switch back to the run for the fun of it. Like it was when they started. No Awards, just a lot of folks having a good time. It seemed everyone had more fun and a whole lot less complaints.

I have stated my opinion and I will stick to it.
Howdy

I will agree with you on that Howdy.. Im starting to regret takeing on the the whole trying too better things and make everyone happy..So we can get back to the JUST HAVEING FUN! Part,,that everyone forgets when they hear the word RACING..the rules will NOT change again.. any changes to the rules will be in 09 and that will be if we run into any problems this year..Everyone Build your bikes and dont sweat the small stuff!..there's bound to be some exceptions..and got a pretty good idea who I would like to rake the track..

but in the end I know it will be me out there with a few good guys takeing care of it..

**TRITecate350** · 02-15-2008, 10:41 AM

Originally Posted by Bryan Raffa

and got a pretty good idea who I would like to rake the track..

I'll help you with the track this year

I am pretty sure I can get my hands on a box blade from some friends who live within 30 miles of trikefest or could just bring mine if I can fit it on a trailer.

Raffa, Sandpup and everyone else involved, thanks for changing the rule. Sorry for all the headache.

The rules are PERFECT!

**Black86tri-z** · 02-15-2008, 11:14 AM

i dident go last year but after last trikefest every 1 was crying about the street bike so they decided on making some classes so now they made classes and there's more complaining now there not out to bump every fast trike up a class but is it fair if some 1 has a trike there 500$ into vs a drag r with a 500$ pipe NO! but i see were some of you guys dont want to b in open for understandable reasons but if you beat every 1 in your class bye 3 or 4 trikes is that fair?:" i think the rules were pretty reasonable, there's no big cash prize's it's for fun so why is every 1 getting there pantie's in a bunch , just go out there run what you brung, and hope you brought enuff!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

**TRITecate350** · 02-15-2008, 12:08 PM

Black86Tri-z, if you have $500 in your trike you will most likely be in the general class, which has nothing to do with the rule. The general class is for those who want to race without spending any money to compete. If you were taking your $500 machine and entering into the modified class where the class was built for use of $500 pipes, big bore kits, longrods, race fuel etc....expect to come in dead last. There is a class for your $500 trike so your example would never happen, and if you wanted to race in the mods, then its your fault your racing against $500 pipe equiped bikes.
If you would like to know why everyone was getting their panties in a bunch, then I sugest you read the entire thread where everything is laid out multiple times. If you still dont understand, call me at 573 721 2251 and I will happily explain it to you.

**OldSchoolin86** · 02-15-2008, 12:32 PM

Originally Posted by Bryan Raffa

I will agree with you on that Howdy.. Im starting to regret takeing on the the whole trying too better things and make everyone happy..

SCREW THAT!!! You've done a great job structuring the classes! Stick to your guns and the fun will follow. If you were worried about making everyone happy you should have passed on the job. People will always piss and moan but who cares, let 'em cry. I think you've laid down a great foundation to a classic event, stick it out with confidence and I promise it will be awesome.

**ATC-Eric** · 02-15-2008, 01:41 PM

Thanks Raffa, I think everything looks great!

I was down there for a bit in 07 with a shovel, should I bring my rakes and shovels back this year?

**Xowner** · 02-19-2008, 01:12 AM

ill bring the boxing gloves j/k

**brapp** · 02-21-2008, 10:29 PM

hey raffa i am gonan make the gate fo my trailer that i can flip it over and use it as a drag box.

**Bryan Raffa** · 02-27-2008, 08:44 AM

Originally Posted by Xowner

ill bring the boxing gloves j/k

watch out for the gunman on the grassy noel...

last year I spent most of my time out on the track , with just a few people...missed the whole utillity race.. and then some..just too have some smuck on a polaris go under the caution tape and ride right down the lanes putting some nice ruts in!

like I said last year..Many hands make light work...many people say there gonna help..but most seldom do..

we actually payed all the kids too help.. and a BIG thanks to 200xman and jason hall..

**money89tractors** · 03-06-2008, 11:00 PM

I plan to run my 81R. Questions are: Its currently being bored 2nd over, but it may happen that the cylinder doesnt have enough to bore out the egg shape. Now, if i go to a 300R cylinder, i can run in the stock class, correct? It is an OEM part. Next, with my cylinder possibly not being able to be bored, i may install a 295 kit. This brings me up to the mod class, correct? Problem is i dont think that the 295 will hold and chance against some of those modded trikes, which puts me out.

Next question is: Can i run in the 175-250cc class along with the 250cc 2 stroke class? (assuming i have the stock 2nd bore 250R)

-Phil

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