2013 Post Classic MX Championships

[Kenneth S (222)]

event that should be kept as close as possible in format to the good ole days, I would have thought, this is it.

Living in the past,i too get caught on this (the good ole days the riders where mostly 16-20 years old)   

This isn't the thread to debate what VMX is all about but after 2 years of it I thought it was about being able to re-experience something we were all lucky enough to have been part of in the 70s & 80s in a more relaxed and friendly environment. Yes, you are correct, we were teenagers or in our early 20s and we rode 3 x 30 minute Motos for a State or National event. My point is the sport was an endurance test for us back then and if the Vintage version is to be a legitimate representation of that era, our National Title has to be some sort of endurance test even for us old guys. For a National title, I question whether anything less than 15+1 could be called an endurance test, even at our level.

EML, like your post, that is what I am talking about.

[TM BILL]

KJ222 how did you find the format race duration at the last vintage nats you competed at ?

[Ando]

Well, it generally RAINS at or around Easter! May is normally great weather. I would go for late May.

[Kenneth S (222)]

KJ222 how did you find the format race duration at the last vintage nats you competed at ?

Hey Bill, I think you know the answer to that question don't you?

[head]

event that should be kept as close as possible in format to the good ole days, I would have thought, this is it.

Living in the past,i too get caught on this (the good ole days the riders where mostly 16-20 years old)   

This isn't the thread to debate what VMX is all about but after 2 years of it I thought it was about being able to re-experience something we were all lucky enough to have been part of in the 70s & 80s in a more relaxed and friendly environment. Yes, you are correct, we were teenagers or in our early 20s and we rode 3 x 30 minute Motos for a State or National event. My point is the sport was an endurance test for us back then and if the Vintage version is to be a legitimate representation of that era, our National Title has to be some sort of endurance test even for us old guys. For a National title, I question whether anything less than 15+1 could be called an endurance test, even at our level.

EML, like your post, that is what I am talking about.

Not all of us were lucky enough to be racing in the 70s & 80s. I turn 50 in 2 weeks and did not start racing till I was 29.  My parents would not allow me to have a bike, never mind racing one. I did start buying my own bikes in 1982 but could not afford to race at that stage. So I am enjoying riding the bikes I use to drool over. I will be happy with what ever format the club comes up with to efficiently get through the program. If they are long races I do not care.
 Ken back in the day they did not have so many classes (125, 250 & 500)and it was not so hard to get through the  program. We have way more classes and the age groups as well. So just be happy with what you get  the club, I am sure will do their best.

[Kenneth S (222)]

event that should be kept as close as possible in format to the good ole days, I would have thought, this is it.

Living in the past,i too get caught on this (the good ole days the riders where mostly 16-20 years old)   

This isn't the thread to debate what VMX is all about but after 2 years of it I thought it was about being able to re-experience something we were all lucky enough to have been part of in the 70s & 80s in a more relaxed and friendly environment. Yes, you are correct, we were teenagers or in our early 20s and we rode 3 x 30 minute Motos for a State or National event. My point is the sport was an endurance test for us back then and if the Vintage version is to be a legitimate representation of that era, our National Title has to be some sort of endurance test even for us old guys. For a National title, I question whether anything less than 15+1 could be called an endurance test, even at our level.

EML, like your post, that is what I am talking about.

Not all of us were lucky enough to be racing in the 70s & 80s. I turn 50 in 2 weeks and did not start racing till I was 29.  My parents would not allow me to have a bike, never mind racing one. I did start buying my own bikes in 1982 but could not afford to race at that stage. So I am enjoying riding the bikes I use to drool over. I will be happy with what ever format the club comes up with to efficiently get through the program. If they are long races I do not care.
 Ken back in the day they did not have so many classes (125, 250 & 500) and it was not so hard to get through the  program. We have way more classes and the age groups as well. So just be happy with what you get  the club, I am sure will do their best.

You're right, and I know the guys involved are perfect for the job and we will all be more than happy. I am not unhappy though, in fact quite the opposite. This is the best fun I've had in a long time. I'll shut up now.

[worms]

first thing they need to do, is change the age class's to "open title" and over "50 titles" and get rid of the debacle of individual races as in pre 75, run them all concurrently with full grids, I bet we would have more than enough time for 15 plus 1 lap races. Riders need to man up for national titles.

cheers Worms, Ive got plenty of spare concrete if anyone needs some.

[VMX247]

This isn't the thread to debate what VMX is all about

True, its about the dates.  

But while we are here -
Evo ran 5 laps in South Aust 2011
and the Qld 2012 titles pre78 was 6 laps =11.27 for most riders up front.
As head said, let the hosting club make that decision.  
cheers

[Kenneth S (222)]

Looks like it is official. Well done to all involved!

"2013 POST CLASSIC MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Friday, 21st December 2012
NEWS
Lakes in conjunction with the Heaven Vintage Motocross Club will be hosting the 2013 Australian Post Classic Motocross Championships on the 4th & 5th of May 2013"

http://www.lakesmotorcycleclub.com/?p=2197

[VMX247]

on ya KJ222,how far north of Sydney Town ?
cheers A

[SON]

1hour north from McDonalds Thornleigh

[EML]

Well, it generally RAINS at or around Easter! May is normally great weather. I would go for late May.

I reckon it'll piss down

At least it's settled when and where--now just for the how, as in how will we get there.

[VMX247]

Eml you hook the trailer onto a vehicle.load the outfit.get fuel/money and head south. Easy 

[EML]

It's downhill from here,,,gettin' home 'il be the problem.

[QLD779]

Im out. Will be in europe during those dates.