northernnorm Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 Anyone else out there amused by the number of minders working with support class riders. The average time in the S line in NY had to be less than 15 seconds not much need for a timekeeper so I guess having someone carry the water is worth $40 to some riders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 You should be pleased that there are so many minders for the Support classes. Because as the title states Minders=$ and therefore more money to pay to have those better awards and t-shirts made. Rate the awards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biffsgasgas Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 I have had minders who don't think that they are good enough to ride a national but want to know what the format and level of ability that is needed before they spend the money. So I label this topic as Minder =experience as well. My father was my minder in NY and it was just an opprotunity for him to ride with me. He really didn't need to be there. --Biff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlracer Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 It maybe more money for the club and natc but it is also another rider to get around if your running late. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jreilly Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 I do not think minders hold up any one.Most of the time you pull off and let a rider pass.And as Norm says time is not a facter for most support riders unless they take big breaks for lunch and stuff.JR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the observer Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 (edited) I have had minders who don't think that they are good enough to ride a national but want to know what the format and level of ability that is needed before they spend the money. So I label this topic as Minder =experience as well. My father was my minder in NY and it was just an opprotunity for him to ride with me. He really didn't need to be there. --Biff Good point. It could be a stepping stone for future National riders to see what its all about. I don't see any negative in it unless they start to clog up the trail. Maybe some NATC guidelines on how to be a good minder, trail manners, might be needed to instruct the newbies. In Golf everyone is entitled to a caddy, not just the good players. They paid their entry and have just as much right to be there as anyone. ....and if the PROS ARE WORRIED about being slowed by them on the trail then maybe they shouldn't WASTE 1+ hour Dicking Around at the first section! Edited August 7, 2009 by the observer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hensley Posted August 7, 2009 Report Share Posted August 7, 2009 . Im minding to haul water spectate help if the rider or his bike is injured and donate $40 per day plus additional land use fees if required. Im one of the slowest minders on the loop but I can hear a bike comming up on me and get off the loop before he ever has to slow down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copemech Posted August 8, 2009 Report Share Posted August 8, 2009 ....and if the PROS ARE WORRIED about being slowed by them on the trail then maybe they shouldn't WASTE 1+ hour Dicking Around at the first section! Uhhmmmm, this sounds like something I would say, I cannot believe it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spinner Posted August 8, 2009 Report Share Posted August 8, 2009 You tell me Norm, How about stopping on the loop in Nebraska to see if you need help, the loan of the snips and electrical tape! I know all he people setting in line appreciated the water I offered and the people I helped fix their bikes so that they could finish we're glad that I was there! I'm perfectly able to ride the Nationals but I prefer to help my son,This was his first year to ride the nationals so helping him was my priority. Did I help him? I suppose you would have to ask him but he did well and had fun so I guess we did alright Sure I'm there for my son first but I'll help anyone who asks even direct competition in our class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy Posted August 8, 2009 Report Share Posted August 8, 2009 spinner Posted Yesterday, 11:29 PM I'll help anyone who asks even direct competition in our class. thumbup.gif And that is what makes our sport so special and unique. Also what makes it so hard for the General Competitive Motorsports People to understand. I had a minder for the 2 rounds I rode couple of years ago and I am glad he was there. He not only carried water, tools and my broken shift lever, ( was stuck in 2nd gear for 3/4 of the loop ) But he also helped me to relax, I was so nervous cuz I was riding a NATIONAL. And I am in my 30's and rode Sportsman class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernnorm Posted August 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2009 I have no problems with the extra riders on the loop,or the $ they drop; I was more commenting on how silly simple many of the NY Sup sections were actually. I know first hand the importance of learning the ropes ,if you have a talented and committed rider ,than the sooner you can get a team established the better . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copemech Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 Hummmm, All good in the hood! Good to see others helping others, and the kids! As I recall, there was a rule in the books about riders recieving outside assistance. Could be a touchy point, yet we all try to help each other for the most part I think. I would never like to see it used as a protest. Even the Pros need to give on the loop, use common sense! Be careful! and respectfull of others! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biffsgasgas Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 I'm thinkin Norm didn't like New York. --Biff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel dabster Posted August 12, 2009 Report Share Posted August 12, 2009 I'm thinkin Norm didn't like New York.--Biff Don't be offended he didn't like europe either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernnorm Posted August 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2009 The EU would be much more enjoyable if 1/2 the people who smoke didnt, and if they could figure out how to freeze water and offer it for sale in plastic bags. We are acyually looking foorward to the TDN trip as I love mountain areas greatly/. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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