Go-Karting Fareham - 29th March

**Makefish** · 13-12-2007, 18:04

Edited 11/1/08

Here's the deal then chaps but it's going to be difficult to get this off the ground due to the minimum nembers needed and a non refundable deposit that will have to be paid in order to book it.

I've been to the centre in Gosport/Fareham today and discussed what we want but they obviously want comitment to be able to make it worth while doing it. They are asking for a MINIMUM of 15 drivers each paying £39.95 which will give us a Super 4 individual competition. This guarantees everyone several warm up laps to familiarise yourself with the circuit followed by 4 heats of 4 laps each. Everyone will then be placed into a semi final of 5 laps where the top 6 drivers will take place in a final of 6 laps.

I have provisionally booked the 29th March starting at 11:00am but will need AT LEAST 15 to get this working and will possibly open the invitation to our friends from the SEAT forum to boost the numbers if need be.

Once we have the required numbers to book this I will need a £20 NON REFUNDABLE deposit from every one that wants to participate (they require a £250 deposit to book the event!).

Those that wish to partake in what should be a great fun day please add your name to the list but only do so if you are a DEFFINATE, sorry but maybe's are a no-no!

More details of the track can be found here go karting - indoor karting - uk - karting

Entrants for this will be left open for just two weeks.

The above now supercedes the original posting below:

Was looking at organising a karting event for March time but came accross Sim Racing which looks like a lot of fun. It's basically simulating racing as you'd find in arcades but 100x better

, the centre is near Eastleigh in Hampshire so easy to get to from most parts of the south

Cost looks to be under £30 p/person.

Edit: Have changed thread to incorporate interest in Karting too as it seems to be the more popular choice so far. Please add you names to the list with prefered event ie. Sim Racing or Karting.

So if you're interested please add your name to the list below. Please note that numbers would be limited to a MAXIMUM of 20 so it's frst come first served but for now this is just to guage interest.
Sim Racing Ltd

1. Makefish - Sim Racing or Karting

CHRIS ELLIS · 13-12-2007, 22:53

I would vote for the Karting steve simulators pah

Hedge · 13-12-2007, 23:14

I would be interested Mr Fish but might need 2 pods, 1 for each foot.

Tigger_1979 · 13-12-2007, 23:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by CHRIS ELLIS

I would vote for the Karting steve simulators pah

Karting gets my vote as well

Babs · 14-12-2007, 00:02

defo karting...

wouldn't travel that distance for this, tbh!

**Makefish** · 14-12-2007, 01:24

hmmm, surprised by the reaction so far

I thought it looked like a lot of fun but I suppose you cant beat the real thing so Karting it is then.

Will change the thread title accordingly and see what interest we get. Have added Karting as an option too

**VRStu** · 14-12-2007, 08:35

Karting for me too.

Have also seen another one which looks fun - http://www.goliathres.com/v4/res_web...at1=44&cat2=30

**Makefish** · 14-12-2007, 08:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

Have also seen another one which looks fun - http://www.goliathres.com/v4/res_web...at1=44&cat2=30

I've heard about Diggerland, apparently it's sh1te

mdk1 · 14-12-2007, 12:58

Would not bother with Diggerland myself, as it not very good, but is only 5 mins from home.

Karting would be fun, as would the sim racing.

cheezemonkhai · 15-12-2007, 17:11

Karting is a maybe, i also wouldn't bother with the Sim and that's only 10 minutes down the road.

smstext · 15-12-2007, 20:36

Karting for me too, whats the minimuim age on this?

Hedge · 16-12-2007, 00:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by smstext

Karting for me too, whats the minimuim age on this?

I'm sure you'll be fine.

smstext · 16-12-2007, 10:18

my daughter is interested thats all. as for the sim racing, thats what nintendos and playstations are for

Jonny5ive · 16-12-2007, 12:54

I'd make the trip for a Karting meet

VillanJC · 17-12-2007, 14:18

Up for the Karting, Fareham Reach perhaps???

MrkyMrk · 21-12-2007, 09:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by smstext

my daughter is interested thats all. as for the sim racing, thats what nintendos and playstations are for

There's simulator fans out there who'd have you strung up for this comment

I used to help run a NASCAR based sim-racing league (which is still going reasonably well as I understand over at v8thunder). It's proper tough stuff if you want a decent race and not just a series of wrecks. That sim place looks like it's using Grand Prix Legends which was (and is) a cracking piece of software but not something you could just pick up and play. You had to invest time to get any level of pace and consistency. Rewarding when you do well, tho. IIRC it was one of the first if not *the* first game to have the Nurburgring in it's 14-odd mile glory.

Anyhoo, even this ex sim-head would probably be more up for karting - but a sim day, see if I can still cut it, would be fun...

Dr Zoidberg · 21-12-2007, 09:53

Karting would be good.

I'm in subject to date and costs being reasonable

**Makefish** · 21-12-2007, 10:04

Ok then, will start to make some enquiries about a decent Karting venue. Any suggestions would be greatfully recieved, especially with links to websites.

Leeboy · 22-12-2007, 12:03

Fareham Reach has been mentioned already (in door location). Never been but I (were I to chose to leave Gosport by the A32) would have to drive past it every day.

TeflonTom · 23-12-2007, 00:08

i've been to the one at fareham reach... was great fun... well worth a visit

13-12-2007, 18:04	#1
Makefish BRISKODA Staff Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Hampshire Posts: 7,676	Go-Karting Fareham - 29th March Edited 11/1/08 Here's the deal then chaps but it's going to be difficult to get this off the ground due to the minimum nembers needed and a non refundable deposit that will have to be paid in order to book it. I've been to the centre in Gosport/Fareham today and discussed what we want but they obviously want comitment to be able to make it worth while doing it. They are asking for a MINIMUM of 15 drivers each paying £39.95 which will give us a Super 4 individual competition. This guarantees everyone several warm up laps to familiarise yourself with the circuit followed by 4 heats of 4 laps each. Everyone will then be placed into a semi final of 5 laps where the top 6 drivers will take place in a final of 6 laps. I have provisionally booked the 29th March starting at 11:00am but will need AT LEAST 15 to get this working and will possibly open the invitation to our friends from the SEAT forum to boost the numbers if need be. Once we have the required numbers to book this I will need a £20 NON REFUNDABLE deposit from every one that wants to participate (they require a £250 deposit to book the event!). Those that wish to partake in what should be a great fun day please add your name to the list but only do so if you are a DEFFINATE, sorry but maybe's are a no-no! More details of the track can be found here go karting - indoor karting - uk - karting Entrants for this will be left open for just two weeks. The above now supercedes the original posting below: Was looking at organising a karting event for March time but came accross Sim Racing which looks like a lot of fun. It's basically simulating racing as you'd find in arcades but 100x better , the centre is near Eastleigh in Hampshire so easy to get to from most parts of the south Cost looks to be under £30 p/person. Edit: Have changed thread to incorporate interest in Karting too as it seems to be the more popular choice so far. Please add you names to the list with prefered event ie. Sim Racing or Karting. So if you're interested please add your name to the list below. Please note that numbers would be limited to a MAXIMUM of 20 so it's frst come first served but for now this is just to guage interest. Sim Racing Ltd 1. Makefish - Sim Racing or Karting __________________ Next Briskoda National Event: TRAX 2008 - 7th September at Silverstone Black magic Octy II vRS MY2008 with Maxidot ~ Xenons ~ Cruise ~ Light Assist ~ Dual Zone Climate Control ~ Rain Sensing Wipers ~ MFD2 Satellite Navigation ~ VAG Bluetooth Phone Kit ~ Milltek Exhaust with 2.75" Downpipe ~ EVOM Ram Air Intake ~ Nuespeed Shortshifter ~ Eibach Rear ARB ~ Koni FSD Dampers ~ Eibach Springs ~ Forge Front Mounted Twintercooler ~ Nuespeed Hi-Flo Intercooler Pipe ~ Nuespeed Hi-Flo Turbo Outlet Pipe ~ Eurojet PCV Valve ~ Forge DV ~Autotech Hi Volume Fuel Pump ~ Nuespeed Torque Arm Insert ~ NGK Iridium Spark plugs ~ REVO Stage II+ Software ~ Matt Black Viper Stripes! Last edited by Makefish; 11-01-2008 at 21:25.

13-12-2007, 22:53	#2
CHRIS ELLIS Engineer Join Date: May 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 745	Re: Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread I would vote for the Karting steve simulators pah __________________ XENONS HEATED SEATS PARK ASSIST .MAXIDOT.

13-12-2007, 23:14	#3
Hedge Alarmist Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: North East Hants Posts: 1,646	Re: Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread I would be interested Mr Fish but might need 2 pods, 1 for each foot. __________________ Mellow Yellow

14-12-2007, 01:24	#6
Makefish BRISKODA Staff Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Hampshire Posts: 7,676	Re: Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread hmmm, surprised by the reaction so far I thought it looked like a lot of fun but I suppose you cant beat the real thing so Karting it is then. Will change the thread title accordingly and see what interest we get. Have added Karting as an option too __________________ Next Briskoda National Event: TRAX 2008 - 7th September at Silverstone Black magic Octy II vRS MY2008 with Maxidot ~ Xenons ~ Cruise ~ Light Assist ~ Dual Zone Climate Control ~ Rain Sensing Wipers ~ MFD2 Satellite Navigation ~ VAG Bluetooth Phone Kit ~ Milltek Exhaust with 2.75" Downpipe ~ EVOM Ram Air Intake ~ Nuespeed Shortshifter ~ Eibach Rear ARB ~ Koni FSD Dampers ~ Eibach Springs ~ Forge Front Mounted Twintercooler ~ Nuespeed Hi-Flo Intercooler Pipe ~ Nuespeed Hi-Flo Turbo Outlet Pipe ~ Eurojet PCV Valve ~ Forge DV ~Autotech Hi Volume Fuel Pump ~ Nuespeed Torque Arm Insert ~ NGK Iridium Spark plugs ~ REVO Stage II+ Software ~ Matt Black Viper Stripes!

14-12-2007, 08:35	#7
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 18,776	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread Karting for me too. Have also seen another one which looks fun - http://www.goliathres.com/v4/res_web...at1=44&cat2=30 __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Why not take a look in the Member Services Section Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2007 Octavia vRS, Race Blue, Xenons, Columbus Navigation, Rear Parking Sensors, Maxi Dot, Light Assist, Jumbo Box, 18" Alloys, Stu's Cruise Control & OEM Integrated Bluetooth Telephone. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Weekend Car - 2002 Lotus Elise RaceTech, Gunmetal, Radio, Carpet Mats.

14-12-2007, 12:58	#9
mdk1 go green Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Rochester, Kent Posts: 3,466	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread Would not bother with Diggerland myself, as it not very good, but is only 5 mins from home. Karting would be fun, as would the sim racing. __________________ Mike. Mine Skoda Roomster 3 TDI in matallic Anthracite Grey MKLJK Swmbo's Skoda Fabia 2.0I Elegance in Dark matallic Blue MKLJK Support Briskoda

15-12-2007, 17:11	#10
cheezemonkhai Mmm Weißbier Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 12,760	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread Karting is a maybe, i also wouldn't bother with the Sim and that's only 10 minutes down the road. __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

15-12-2007, 20:36	#11
smstext 2.0 FSI Sport Join Date: May 2007 Location: oxon Posts: 5,159	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread Karting for me too, whats the minimuim age on this? __________________ 2.0 FSI Sport, 150bhp+, Blk Magic, Cruise, Xenons, VAG BT, Talex, Laser, Pikey Lights, Vpower, MP3, Maxidot, Alarm Chirp, Braking Indicators, L/C Home Lights, Anti-Hijack, 2nd Fog enabled. Sat 26 July 08 Oxon Meet

16-12-2007, 10:18	#13
smstext 2.0 FSI Sport Join Date: May 2007 Location: oxon Posts: 5,159	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread my daughter is interested thats all. as for the sim racing, thats what nintendos and playstations are for __________________ 2.0 FSI Sport, 150bhp+, Blk Magic, Cruise, Xenons, VAG BT, Talex, Laser, Pikey Lights, Vpower, MP3, Maxidot, Alarm Chirp, Braking Indicators, L/C Home Lights, Anti-Hijack, 2nd Fog enabled. Sat 26 July 08 Oxon Meet

16-12-2007, 12:54	#14
Jonny5ive Licensee Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Stonehouse, Glos. Posts: 1,905	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread I'd make the trip for a Karting meet __________________ Modified Fabia vRS & Roomster Scout THE FULL 8mins 39sec BRISTOL AREA MEET

17-12-2007, 14:18	#15
VillanJC Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Hampshire Posts: 42	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread Up for the Karting, Fareham Reach perhaps???

21-12-2007, 09:53	#17
Dr Zoidberg Decapodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: On the back of an AA truck with a failed turbo Posts: 10,031	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread Karting would be good. I'm in subject to date and costs being reasonable __________________ Alex "I laugh in the face of danger, then I hide until it goes away" www.drzoidberg.co.uk

21-12-2007, 10:04	#18
Makefish BRISKODA Staff Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Hampshire Posts: 7,676	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread Ok then, will start to make some enquiries about a decent Karting venue. Any suggestions would be greatfully recieved, especially with links to websites. __________________ Next Briskoda National Event: TRAX 2008 - 7th September at Silverstone Black magic Octy II vRS MY2008 with Maxidot ~ Xenons ~ Cruise ~ Light Assist ~ Dual Zone Climate Control ~ Rain Sensing Wipers ~ MFD2 Satellite Navigation ~ VAG Bluetooth Phone Kit ~ Milltek Exhaust with 2.75" Downpipe ~ EVOM Ram Air Intake ~ Nuespeed Shortshifter ~ Eibach Rear ARB ~ Koni FSD Dampers ~ Eibach Springs ~ Forge Front Mounted Twintercooler ~ Nuespeed Hi-Flo Intercooler Pipe ~ Nuespeed Hi-Flo Turbo Outlet Pipe ~ Eurojet PCV Valve ~ Forge DV ~Autotech Hi Volume Fuel Pump ~ Nuespeed Torque Arm Insert ~ NGK Iridium Spark plugs ~ REVO Stage II+ Software ~ Matt Black Viper Stripes!

22-12-2007, 12:03	#19
Leeboy Briskodian Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Hampshire Posts: 1,188	Re: Karting or Simulator Racing Meet - Feeler Thread Fareham Reach has been mentioned already (in door location). Never been but I (were I to chose to leave Gosport by the A32) would have to drive past it every day. __________________ Lee Want to be carbon-neutral while driving? Hold your breath!

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