Branners Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Well it seems Supra Pod was a major success. It was hard work to get it to run as it did but we are considering doing it again next year. My question is....what did we do well, what did we do badly and what should we do to improve it next time? a big thanks must go to tDR for sorting all the payments out. Without him on the paypal system this would never have happened. So, post your thoughts please. JB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daston Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Was an awesome day and big thanks to you guys I would say some more stands would have been cool but then I supose most of the tuners didnt have that much time. Oh and was very dissapointed to see the pic and mix not open Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 The day itself was brilliant Branners. The only thing I mentioned was the lack of traders there. I know it's not a promotion and advertising 'buy my kit' day, but it would of been nice to see the likes of a few other respectable traders on here selling some good gear. Apart from that, I whole-heartedly agree that it was the best meet.............Ever.! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daston Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 oh and a rolling road shoot out would have been sweet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 The day was near perfect as it was JB. I'd agree on trying to get a few more trade stands next time (and I heard someone say that there were toilets nearer the stands that weren't open?) T'was at least on a par with Dragonball '06 for me. (If I'd run it would have certainly beaten it too) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 My thoughts for next year: Trader stands, Show cars (to gawp at) Other trade stands and maybe a magazine or two, Invited Demo cars (similar to JSP) A drift section with, maybe, a chance to have a ride in one or learn how to drift tutorials. Someone working on the timing and giving updates over a tannoy. Keep the numbers down to 75 to allow plenty of runs and not too much of a wait. A club marquee for hanging out in and sheltering from sun/rain. The moon on a stick. I thought it was a great day. Gutted I didn't run and thought a superb job was done by all. Can't think of anything bad apart from Doug thinking I was Mr. Canny!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr lover Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Was an excellent day, maybe something for the people not running there cars and spectators Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henk Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 I thought it was all wonderfully organised! No complaints! Mini Convoy & Major Convoy - I knew where to be and when Arrival - ticketing - smooth as silk Signing In - Easy (could have done with more pens) Racing - No queuing was GREAT! Food - Honest grub & lots of it for a growing lad My only comments would be: Would have loved to have seen more traders - I had money burning in my pocket and only JezzyBabes got some of it I would certainly be prepared to pay more next year to ensure it happens again (and now I'm no longer a Pod Virgin I would run loads more!) With so many people, whose forum names are not their real ones or licence plates, I found it damn hard to remember everyone or meet everyone. Name badges sound cheesy but we got to think of something..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Keep the numbers down to 75 to allow plenty of runs and not too much of a wait. Not picking holes Martin at all bud, but was there really a wait? I saw quite the opposite. Not enough people getting on the strip! Plus, 75 cars would make it a little disappointing, especially if people don't turn up for a natter either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Was an excellent day, maybe something for the people not running there cars and spectators Ooooh, good idea mate. That funfair would of been good so I could buy Mr Rich a burger, make him physically sick and then take his car on the strip whilst he's in the Kaazi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Not picking holes Martin at all bud, but was there really a wait? I saw quite the opposite. Not enough people getting on the strip! Plus, 75 cars would make it a little disappointing, especially if people don't turn up for a natter either. No, no, no... There was no wait but I'm guessing that having loads of cars wanting to run next year could cause there to be one. ..and I didn't mean limit the whole thing to just 75 cars either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M4RK RZ Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 My thoughts for next year: Trader stands, Show cars (to gawp at) Other trade stands and maybe a magazine or two, Invited Demo cars (similar to JSP) A drift section with, maybe, a chance to have a ride in one or learn how to drift tutorials. Someone working on the timing and giving updates over a tannoy. Keep the numbers down to 75 to allow plenty of runs and not too much of a wait. A club marquee for hanging out in and sheltering from sun/rain. The moon on a stick. I thought it was a great day. Gutted I didn't run and thought a superb job was done by all. Can't think of anything bad apart from Doug thinking I was Mr. Canny!!! I think you could do a Drift Day as a totaly seperate event ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 No, no, no... There was no wait but I'm guessing that having loads of cars wanting to run next year could cause there to be one. ..and I didn't mean limit the whole thing to just 75 cars either. Ah good point. Yeah I know you didn't measn limit the event to 75 mate, just the strip. I would of liked to see more big cars on the podium though. I have to say, honestly, I was quite disappointed at the large singles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbonut Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 My thoughts for next year: Trader stands, Show cars (to gawp at) Other trade stands and maybe a magazine or two, Invited Demo cars (similar to JSP) A drift section with, maybe, a chance to have a ride in one or learn how to drift tutorials. Someone working on the timing and giving updates over a tannoy. Keep the numbers down to 75 to allow plenty of runs and not too much of a wait. A club marquee for hanging out in and sheltering from sun/rain. The moon on a stick. I thought it was a great day. Gutted I didn't run and thought a superb job was done by all. Can't think of anything bad apart from Doug thinking I was Mr. Canny!!! Good ideas there m8, but some of them would have to come out of the club budget, and ultimately our pockets but I'm sure most of us would be happy to pay a few more dollars for more action. Have to agree it was an excellent day, great atmosphere between the members, as long as you can book the same sunshine next year! Nice to meet you at the gate branners x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glosphil Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 yeah just trade stands really, Jezzybabes stand was cool with all the parts, but wanna see more I did buy leather seats and carpet, but I could see myself going skint at a day with lots of goodies lol. There was tons more space up the end so you could invite traders, shop stands, all sorts really. Take a cut of their earnings and you'll make a mint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Lack of traders/stands, you could easily fit more runners.. and even a little battle/shootout at the end (last hour of the day?) Half naked women are always good... other than that it was a sound meet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted April 23, 2007 Author Share Posted April 23, 2007 we had the drift club offer us a free demo and also offer to give free instruction to people there, however it would have meant getting more fencing put up which would have increased the cost. Without knowing we could even get close to breaking even I couldnt take that chance. I will however try to sort it for next year. We will have to think about how we sort out the prices for next year if we put extra stuff in there. But if we can make it a full day it might be okay. Keep the ideas coming folks. JB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerry Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 As said before, brilliant day. Next year... If they could be found, someone extrovert on a tannoy system giving out names & times etc could be fun (I didn't know most people who ran, but may have known their screen name etc). More cars running, if there was 68 this year we could have up to 100 and still almost no waiting (there were lots of times in the afternoon when nobody was running for 5 - 10 mins). Some kind of "shoot out" at the end of the day for the fastest guys. A ladies prize, think there was only one this year but I know others were tempted. A huge sign with flashing lights saying "TAKE YOUR TRACTION CONTROL OFF YOU STUPID YORKSHIREMAN" and somebody with a stick to poke me and point it out... Obviously, the Pole Dancers & free bar. Cheers G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Name badges! Genius me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted April 23, 2007 Author Share Posted April 23, 2007 oh and a big thanks to Jezzybabes and his sound system. I didnt realise he had the microphone with him as well... I certainly hope we can have that same sound system next year and actually turn it up a bit. I did ask if traders wanted to sponsor the event and have a trade stand but the short notice put paid to that. Theres not many traders on here that do the 'mobile shop' thing any more either. JB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonB Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Only thing I would add is a bit more advanced notice of the date, which I guess we'll have anyway if it's being planned now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mas Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Excellent day , but I must admit I had to drive twice to the toilets and back, so the way my fueling is 2X toilets cost me about £5 . . . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 That's just being lazy though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIMON LC Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Near perfect for me as a spectator.I thought £5 was very cheap and would of gladly payed double that and still thought it was good value for money.I will go with the flow and say possibly more trade stands but otherwise perfect day.Thanx for all your hard work organising it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pig Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 1. Drifting / messing about area 2. name badges 3. more traders 4. Shoot out of fastest cars All i have to say though, WHAT A GREAT DAY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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