After I "sort of" recovered from the Sano, I had to start to prepare for three nights of racing in conjunction with the iHobby show that ran past midnight each evening.
So I've been late in thanking all the racers who made the trip out to Chicago for the first of many annual Sano races. Everyone's great attitude lead to the most positive vibe I've ever experienced at a big race.
Thanks go out to the sponsors: Ron Hershman of O/S Bodies, Dave Gallagher of K&S Engineering, Joe "Noose" Neumeister, and Eddy MacDonald.
Special thanks to Greg "Cheater" Wells for his tireless "almost live" race coverage that was extremely instrumental in the success of the event and the future of Retro racing.
Last, but not least, Allan Reeder, for letting my fiancee, Jackie, secretly buy back the super-special Noose Sano body from him after he outbid me for it earlier. When I opened one of my birthday presents on this past Saturday and it was inside, I was speechless. I had no idea despite a small hint from Dennis Samson in of his post-Sano posts.
Thanks to all the Sano racers
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, Oct 23 2007 10:33 PM
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Posted 23 October 2007 - 10:33 PM
Mike Swiss
Inventor of the Low CG guide flag 4/20/18
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Five-time USRA National Champion (two G7, one G27, two G7 Senior)
Two-time G7 World Champion (1988, 1990), eight G7 main appearances
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 06:35 AM
I was told about it right after Allen won it but we were held to secrecy! Didn't you notice the level of discomfort when you asked at the resturant how we knew your birthday was coming up, as you blew the candles out on your cake? 
As I said before, the Sano was the best event I have ever attended. Enjoy the body!
Joe "Noose" Neumeister
Sometimes known as a serial despoiler of the clear purity of virgin Lexan bodies. Lexan is my canvas!
Noose Custom Painting - Since 1967
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 08:22 AM
Groovy, man! I can dig it!Everyone's great attitude lead to the most positive vibe I've ever experienced at a big race.
Richard L. Hofer
Remember, two wrongs don't make a right... but three lefts do! Only you're a block over and a block behind.
Remember, two wrongs don't make a right... but three lefts do! Only you're a block over and a block behind.
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 08:49 AM
I can't wait till next year. 
In case we haven't said it enough, thanks again to you and Ray Price for a fantastic time.
In case we haven't said it enough, thanks again to you and Ray Price for a fantastic time.
Jim "Butch" Dunaway
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 01:45 PM
Hey Mike:
Thanks running a great event, and all your hospitality. The ride in the "Cayman" was a real treat. Happy Birthday again.
Thanks running a great event, and all your hospitality. The ride in the "Cayman" was a real treat. Happy Birthday again.
"Ya gotta be in it to win it"
Ray Carlisi
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 02:22 PM
Mike,
I had a great time at a great track! I look forward to coming back and racing in this event for years to come.
Ray, is that "Cayman" as in Porsche?
Be Good,
kkjva
I had a great time at a great track! I look forward to coming back and racing in this event for years to come.
Ray, is that "Cayman" as in Porsche?
Be Good,
kkjva
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 02:48 PM
Keith,
If Ray's reference was in regards to Mike's ride, it's "Cayman" as in SVT Ford Focus...
If Ray's reference was in regards to Mike's ride, it's "Cayman" as in SVT Ford Focus...
Gregory Wells
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 03:02 PM
I got to ride in the Focus SVT also.
I leave further discussion on this matter for Mike to comment on.
I leave further discussion on this matter for Mike to comment on.
"Ya gotta be in it to win it"
Ray Carlisi
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 03:21 PM
Oops, I am now advised that Mike does indeed have a new Porsche Cayman. Mea culpa...
All I know is what we followed through the maze that is Chicago on our way to Friday's that Sunday night...
All I know is what we followed through the maze that is Chicago on our way to Friday's that Sunday night...
Gregory Wells
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 03:34 PM
I've been wanting to test drive a Cayman for a while now, if I would have known that Mike had one...
Karen and I have held off getting a "fun" car until we move to Seattle, she is still lobbying for an Audi TT, my first choice is a vintage Porsche 356, but I'll take a Cayman.
Be good,
kkjva
Karen and I have held off getting a "fun" car until we move to Seattle, she is still lobbying for an Audi TT, my first choice is a vintage Porsche 356, but I'll take a Cayman.
Be good,
kkjva
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Posted 24 October 2007 - 03:58 PM
A dealer in the area had deals on new 2007 "S" models that were too difficult to pass up.
They were as cheap as advertised used '06s and 07s with 10K+ miles.
They were as cheap as advertised used '06s and 07s with 10K+ miles.
Mike Swiss
Inventor of the Low CG guide flag 4/20/18
IRRA® Components Committee Chairman
Five-time USRA National Champion (two G7, one G27, two G7 Senior)
Two-time G7 World Champion (1988, 1990), eight G7 main appearances
Eight-time G7 King track single lap world record holder
17B West Ogden Ave., Westmont, IL 60559, (708) 203-8003, mikeswiss86@hotmail.com (also my PayPal address)
Note: Send all USPS packages and mail to: 692 Citadel Drive, Westmont, Illinois 60559
