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14-12-2005, 11:24 PM
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Well finally I can show all FF'ers some pics of what is currently my life for around 18 hrs a day. I am really, really happy to see it at this point, as are the owners or the business, and all I can say is that the motivation to get the doors open is running very high.
Without further ado, I present b2tf's new workplace v1.1.  The important bit! These things are simply awesome. They have a top speed of around 70kms/hr, have excellent control and are very, very comfortable to drive.  Genuine NASCAR tyres from the USA, imported to make the place look just that little bit better. When freshened up and in place they look amazing. Sadly they wont fit on my rims.  Fun bit. Nuff said. Many more where this came from.  I'm told this particular character is the Events Manager and also handles sponsorship and advertising etc. Shady bugger but damn can he drive!  Speed at work. Thats all I'll show for now. In the new year we'll be launching big time.
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14-12-2005, 11:26 PM
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Congrats Aust
 that'd be loads of fun... especially after hours :P can i hear special deals for AFF ppl next wagga AFD? 
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14-12-2005, 11:31 PM
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14-12-2005, 11:27 PM
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Hell yeah ... sounds like a fun job indeed.
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14-12-2005, 11:28 PM
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15-12-2005, 12:30 AM
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Go karts are awesome, im not sure about your place of business, but the ones in canberra ive been to wouldnt let us drive without helmets on.
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15-12-2005, 10:18 PM
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Helmets and Full Racing Suit - all supplied.
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15-12-2005, 10:27 PM
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See you on the weekend Aust.
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15-12-2005, 11:15 PM
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15-12-2005, 11:23 PM
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15-12-2005, 11:29 PM
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Fair enuff mate, but let us know, we can come up for a drive.
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16-12-2005, 05:54 AM
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How much thought and chopping/changing has been put into the track layout?
I'd imagine.. Set up, cruise around, change it & repeat til you're all happy. Best of luck with it.
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16-12-2005, 09:04 AM
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Good stuff Austin, I hope it's a success and look forward to getting back down with the boys to test the track out !
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16-12-2005, 10:05 AM
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FF members will be looked after on pricing for sure. Just let me know when you want to come down and I'll make the neccesary arrangements. Most days you can walk in whenever you want and go karting, but if there's a function etc on you'll have to wait.
The track was something we put together and then just basically drove on and modified until we were happy with it. Its a great track with plenty of turns to test out your sliding and cornering skills, but also lots of room to really plant it and go screaming down the straights. The karts are a fantastic little package, they corner really well and definitely have a lot of pace in them. We'll definately organise a few FF meets here!
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16-12-2005, 10:17 AM
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austin very nice.
when is it openning up? cant wait to get down there and test it out. looks awesome better than i expected. cant wait!!! Finally something in wagga |
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16-12-2005, 10:18 AM
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Geez Aust that looks tops! Cant wait to have a crack at em!
Is there a lot of interest around the town, or is everything under wraps till opening? |
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16-12-2005, 10:22 AM
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It's not too far away guys, we're not letting anybody in just yet because there's still a bit of work to do, but I'd say we'll be open in about 3 weeks. Possibly sooner, but as soon as I know, I'll let you know! ;)
From what I'm told there is plenty of interest around the place, we havent started our advertising yet but there is a bit of a buzz around the place. If you happen to see my car you'll see a dirty great big Rev-Arena Sticker on the back window, and it gets plenty of looks. It's definately no half assed effort - all indoors, air conditioned, full kiosk facilities, function room with DVD, Projector Screen etc, trackside viewing area, racing suits and helmets for all drivers, timing system with individual lap time printouts so you know what times you did, and plenty more.....
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16-12-2005, 10:26 AM
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man all ive been hearing from friends and other is that there is a go karting place opening up in wagga, even without the advertising there is plenty of interest out there.
Hope it all goes well for you man. Ill be down there every weekend... and weekday for sure |
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16-12-2005, 10:30 AM
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16-12-2005, 10:32 AM
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Well done mate,it takes a lot of guts to put up that sort of dough and risk it all
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16-12-2005, 10:36 AM
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REV-ARENA sounds like a good name for a FRANCHISE, guess its early days but you may need another challenge in 12 months if all goes well.
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16-12-2005, 10:41 AM
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Should make it clear that this isnt my business, I just work here. But yes its a great name and down the track who knows what could happen...
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16-12-2005, 11:01 AM
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This looks great Austin. Will have to drop in and try out next time im heading somewhere near wagga.
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16-12-2005, 10:58 AM
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That looks like one of the coolest jobs in the world.
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16-12-2005, 02:50 PM
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Looking excellent!
I used to work in the same kind of place back in Scotland..the biggest Karting center in Scotland ( http://www.raceland.co.uk ), I was a senior race marshal...but did all the odd jobs too....was a perfect job, absolutely LOVED it and wouold do it again any day! As well as the indoor track, they have a 930m outside track with twin engined 70MPH karts....GREAT fun in the icy weather!!! They have a yearly 24 hour event, people would come from all over Europe to compete! Im sure you'll love working there getting it all going!
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16-12-2005, 02:53 PM
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That looks like an awesome job Austin!! I'm jealous!!
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16-12-2005, 03:14 PM
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Awsome, cant wait to get out there and have a go!
do you have special go carts for us fat bastards?? (thats the only way i can be competitive!) is there an age limit?? i told my little brother and he's dying to have a go
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16-12-2005, 03:21 PM
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Looks unreal mate, indoor carts are the best fun!
Might have to have a look next time i'm up there |
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16-12-2005, 06:20 PM
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Well done mate, how did you end up getting into this? Will be good to open up over the xmas holidays, you will make a killing
What motor's they got? |
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