Takitimu winch challenge 2008

[ALS4B]

To all you 4x4ers the takitimu winch challenge is running with same rollbar rules that we had last year. which are, you need if you enter as a "BIG BOYS" class is a rollbar, max tyre size 36.5s . As for the rest of the rules we are running with the Mainland Winch Challenge Rules. :

[nzdncjw]

Is this the Takitimus down south near mossburn? If so when and where is the event? I would be keen to come check it out....

Thanks!

Chris

[ALS4B]

it is about 45 mins from mossburn near ohai it will be sign posted on the ohai/clifden highway with signs 4wd--->.
spectators are most welcome.
hope this helps

[nzdncjw]

whats the date?

Thanks!

Chris

[ALS4B]

14th of march at eastern bush gates open at 830 am

[ALS4B]

sorry date error it is saturday the 15 march gate open 8.30am

[ALS4B]

HI
For all of you that have heard that the takitim Winch Challenge has been canceled this is not true it is all go. It is a nasty rumor that has been started.. Thanks to the people who started it... Once again it is all on

[swampa]

when do/ did entries close

[ALS4B]

They are closed as of the 1st march.

[swampa]

so we missed out then, how many entries so far

[ALS4B]

we have just enough to run it

[swampa]

most guys i know that WERE going to compete havent even got their trucks finished yet or are still deciding, your comp though, your rules

[ALS4B]

the rules have not changed much for last year. As for the rollcage rules we are not using them. All you need to enter as a big boy class is a rollbar.also a current wof rego and a modified plates.all else fails you put on 33 inch tyres and run in clubmans class they are the same stages as big boys

[swampa]

this is a series, i cant see the point doing any of them if i cant do the first 1, next year then

[ALS4B]

too true Takitimu is the 1st of the series

[NJV6]

Al, well done for running the event.

We have heard it all to often, we'll enter the next one, my trucks not ready, entries closed too quick.....

It was noted a loong time ago when this event was going to be.

This challenge is a great 'entry level' where people have a lot of fun, basically get to drive hard if you wish, play in mud, rip up someone else's paddock, use your winch etc. To those that were considering entering, you would not have regretted it, you'll learn alot. All the rules are clearly explained before the event, to the point someone who is green but had their head screwed on could do well. There is not people jeering at how poorly you did, but a lot of laughs and people helping people so that most people come away pretty happy and keen to have another go.

Karam, If you can't do this one, the rest will be good practice for next year and it'll get a chance to use your truck....

See you there

Glen

[Didymo]

Takatimu is the first round of six. To be into win you can drop one round and still have a shot. Competing is always great practise.

[swampa]

truck was getting a cert this week, hence hadnt done the form, we will just hold off and do an internal cage for the big comp up north, have a good weekend glen, karam

[ALS4B]

Cheers for your surport Glen.It is not an easy thing to organize but it worth it when you see the mud fly on the leave of the drivers and winchperson grow throughout the day. smiles grow bigger and bigger as the day goes on.
Have you had much luck getting any marshals?

Are you still comming bruce?

[Rocktruck]

Al

The Rock radio station will be advertising the event for the public starting from monday.

Cheers

[ALS4B]

Thanks Rocktruck thats handy to know. see you on the 14th..

[PigFmr]

anybody heading down from christchurch to watch or compete???
i know of a few,will be a good weekend we leaving friday morning,will post some photos when i get back
Vince

[worzel]

anybody heading down from christchurch to watch or compete???
i know of a few,will be a good weekend we leaving friday morning,will post some photos when i get back
Vince

Make sure you dont forget the camera Vince

[NJV6]

anybody heading down from christchurch to watch or compete???
i know of a few,will be a good weekend we leaving friday morning,will post some photos when i get back
Vince

Are you watching or competing??

[worzel]

Vince is just watching this time

[PigFmr]

well wot a weekend ,competion was excellent ,good layout ,well orgainised event, weather was good,great company with the lads down there,will post some photos and results for you tomorrow been a long weekend off to get some kip after 8hrs traveling today

Vince

[NJV6]

Well done Al and Karen for the event

Results were
Bruce Hughes & Jared
Donald Preston
Roger Hackett
Roger Mckay & Sam Baddeley

1 night stage that caused a bit of carnage but great fun, good to meet some of you. (dam hangovers)

Have you got the points Scott?

[PigFmr]

clubmans
1st
Daniel Mattsen/Vicki Jensen
time=980
Penalties=30
overall=950
2nd
Barry Warnock/Andrew Warnock
time= 957
penalties=30
overall=927

3rd
Tom Hayes/Mike McCarthy
time=904
penalties=160
overall=744

4th
Stewart McLellan/Jay Kilpatrick
time= 544
penalties=120
overall=424

[PigFmr]

open class
1st Bruce Hughes/Jared Gorrie
time= 990
penalties=30
overall=960

2nd Donald Preston/Paul Preston
time=944
penalties=50
overall=894

3rd
Roger Hackett/John Laughton
time=818
penalties=20
overall=798

4th
Roger McKay/Sam Baddley
time=843
penalties=60
overall=783

5th
Mark Coleman/Mike Holmes
time=747
penalties=10
overall=737

6th
Andrew Thomson/Glenn McPhail
time=740
penalties=10
overall=730

7th
Linton Powell/Craig Lintern
time=734
penalties=30
overall=704

8th
Tony Campbell/Sean Campbell
time=722
penalties=20
overall=702

9th
Colin Rees/Colin Johnstone
time=744
penalties=50
overall=694

10th
Alvin Frew/Seddon Frew
time=699
penalties=70
overall=629

11th
Karl Townsend/Trevor Prendagast
time=674
penalties=50
overall= 624

12th
Bruce Perry/Kurt Thomson
time=557
penalties=60
overall=497

13th
Mark Harvey/Gary Visser
time=84
penalties=0
overall=80

[ALS4B]

Hello 4wders
The Takitimu winch challenge that was held on the 15th march was a great day for the drivers and winchpersons and all who were envolved with the day. HUGE thanks to those who helped us. For those of you who were asking about the QUE TV it is aired on 27th march 2008 at 5.30 then again at 9.00 on channel 110 sky.