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Motorkhanas are events designed to test the acceleration, braking and general
manoeuvrability of your MG and the skill and judgment of its driver. A series of flags are placed on a grass, dirt or sealed surface. The
object of the competition is for each driver to complete the tests in the
shortest time without incurring penalties. Although there are many ways to incur penalties, some of the most common ways
are: The competition consists of a number of patterns. Placings are
determined on total elapsed time including penalties. No special equipment
is needed. For hints on maximising your performance in a motorkhana you can refer to an
article written by Graeme Adams, a Club member (and former President of
the Club) who has enjoyed some success in the event: Motorkhanas
- The Basics. Return to the
Competition Page Observed
Section Trial (O.S.T.) These events were introduced to Australia from
the UK in the early 1950's and are designed to test the capabilities of the car
and driver. The event consists of cars traversing marked
sections of muddy or slippery surfaces and steep or otherwise difficult
terrain. The object is to complete the course without stopping and without
departing from the marked course or hitting any of the markers. Points are awarded for the number of markers
reached, and the test is to maintain traction under difficult conditions.
Speed is not a factor. A competition event consists of a number of
courses. No special equipment is required. For more information, please refer to an article
by Frank Seymour (the Captain of the B Register): How to
Compete in an O.S.T. Return to the
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The economy run is a test of: The set route begins and ends at a service
station and is confined to public roads. It is a great social event and
includes a barbecue lunch. No special equipment is required. One economy run is usually held each
year. Return to the
Competition Page This is an annual event that attracts members
from near and far. The aim is to identify the best presented car in
each class and, ultimately, an outright winner. Condition, authenticity
and presentation receive major emphasis. All members are encouraged to participate and
enjoy the event even if they do not own a perfect specimen. No special equipment is required. Return to the
Competition Page This is a single car speed event on a sealed
surface, usually comprising a variety of gradients and corners. This may be run as a sprint or a regularity. Special equipment is required. Return to the
Competition Page Usually conducted as a 2 car event, with cars
starting together in separate lanes. Generally, the fastest timed run, rather than the
aggregate times, is used to determine the placings. Special equipment is required. Return to the
Competition Page A regularity is conducted on a sealed track which
may be a circuit or a hillclimb. Cars run individually. After a practice run, a time is nominated and
drivers try to drive subsequent runs as near to possible to the nominated
time. Alternatively, the time of the first run becomes the
"base" time that the driver must aim for on the subsequent runs. Speed is not the object. Rather, the driver
with the least variation in time is the winner. Special equipment is required. Return to the
Competition Page The Mini Monte is a miniature version of the
Monte Carlo. You must complete a number of sections by
following directions very closely. You must follow the predetermined route to
the destination because you will be required to record certain numbers that
appear on signs that may or may not be placed where they are easily seen from
the road. At the end of each section you may be required to
complete a test of some sort (eg a test of driving skill). To be more precise, this event is the product of
whatever our Club Captain decides to subject the competitors to on the day. www.sapphirewebdesign.com.au The content on this web site is not to be copied or reproduced in any form without permission. |
