I think we need to understand that we can't be EVERYTHING to EVERYONE. I don't think be can we the casual, laid back type of atmosphere yet be the most competitive non pro racing venue. I like being part of the SCCA because everyone takes it serious, from a competitive stand point as well as safety. I like that there is a strict rule set.
On the New England Region website I am listed as the "New Driver Ambassador" (what ever the hell that means) with my contact info. I only get contacted maybe 6 times a year?? And I go out of my way to walk people through the process, answer all their questions and connect them to people who can help them with stuff I can't and BEG them to contact me if they have further questions or problems............... So the help is out there, people unfortunately arent taking advantage of it.........
I don't know if there is a silver bullet for this......
Edit: I hate to sound like the "old guy" but having two teenagers I think it makes me some what of an expert.......... but I also don't think the younger generation (in general) is willing to put in the effort to get out there. When I started I had no money, no experience and knew no one who raced. I had to bust my ass to get started. Very few youngsters have rich parents that will hand this experience to them on a silver platter. If you want it bad enough you'll make it happen.
Last edited by JLawton; 01-24-2014 at 09:21 AM.
Jeff L
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2010 NARRC Champion
2007 NERRC Championship, 2nd place
2008 NARRC Championship, 2nd place
2009 NARRC Championship, 2nd place
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