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Old 02-03-2009, 11:41 AM   #1
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OZMAZDA Motorkhana (Shepparton VIC) - Sun 15th March 09




Ozmazda.com Motorkhana is on the 15th of March 2009 at DECA Shepparton


The event will be held on Sunday the 15th of March and the cost is $125 and that includes full lunch, (we have had alot of feedback about lunch from the last day, and we will be making sure that next time, we have it nailed) drinks and snacks.

The day will be limited to 35 cars so everyone will have plenty of time behind the wheel as especially we will be running two courses side by side at the same time.

For those heading up from Melbourne or down from Sydney, get ready for a great time. It's an open event, so friends and spectators are very welcome. Great for first timers and those that want to sharpen their driving skills and want to test their car in a safe and legal fashion. On the day we will be running several 'Motorkhana' styled courses, and we hope to have the first event starting at 9:30AM on the dot.



Where is it?

DECA or Driver Education Centre of Australia is located in Shepparton, on Wanganui Rd just off the Goulburn Valley Highway. It's about 180ks from Melbourne or just under 2 hours.



What is a Motorkhana event?

Motorkhanas are motor sport events designed to test the acceleration, braking and handling of cars and the skill and judgment of drivers. Most importantly, motorkhanas provide fun and enjoyment whilst practising and learning car control. Oversteer and understeer will be found in abundance, but at safe speeds under controlled conditions.

A day's event consists of a number of 'tests', these pre-determined layouts will be available before the day. Cars compete one at a time, always starting and finishing in designated "garages".

Each 'test' takes from 15 to 60 seconds to complete and is defined by Witches hats. Hitting Witches hats or going the wrong way incur time penalties which are added to the total time. Our Motorkhana event on the day will include 6 to 8 'tests'.
Vehicle speed rarely exceeds 60 km/h (37 mph) but the tightness of the tests ensures the driver is kept very busy.

I find the best way to learn the courses is to watch the couple of cars in front of you and then just follow what they did. No big deal if you mess up, just try again the next time. You will not be the only one if you mess up. Even the most experienced motorkhana campaigner gets unstuck on the skidpan's a great leveler and fun event for everyone irrelevant of skill level of the driver.



What to do

Before you leave home, you'll need to take everything unnecessary out of your car so to avoid leaving it in the car park all day. Bring only necessary items. Things to bring to make your day more enjoyable will be Sunscreen, hat, sunnies and a rain coat might be good. You may want to consider some camping chairs for friends or partners.

You must have a current Australian drivers licence. Your car must be registered and your car must be in Roadworthy condition, with all loose items in the boot and cabin removed. There will be motorkhana course notes given out on the day; also once you make your payment we will email you the notes so you can study them before the event.




REGISTRATION and PAYMENT details:

Registrations will be accepted up to 2 days before the event, but don't wait too long or you'll miss out! Once the spots have been filled you'll have to wait until next time In order to keep the day moving fast, there is a limit of 2 drivers per vehicle.

Cost for the day is $125.00 per driver per vehicle. Lunch and drinks are included as there are no onsite canteen facilities.

In order to secure your spot = $$ :thumbsup: First in best dressed!



Payment WILL only be accepted by Bank Deposit/Transfer. No cash payments will be accepted on the day.


Bank: Commonwealth Bank
Name: OZMAZDA
BSB: 063 464
Account Number: 1031 3809
Reference: DECA XXXXX (where XXXX = your forum name)


Please ensure that a reference is left. Once you deposit has been made, please send an email to accounts@ozmazda.com confirming your payment along with your Forum, Forum Name, real name and a contact phone number.

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Old 10-03-2009, 06:04 PM   #2
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BUMP - This is this weekend!!!!!!

Will there be any Astina's making an appearance???
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Old 10-03-2009, 06:07 PM   #3
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I understand the costs in hiring DECA but that price is more than it costs for entry into a round of the national series.
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That's the price you have to pay for $20M insurance when you are not a CAMS affiliated Car Club.

The next one will hopefully be run under CAMS though!
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