TheFanatics Event Feedback Thread

[Soomra]

I've seen this happen when I was a executive member of POCSA. I believe it's a challenge all car clubs have. It's also most difficult for those who sacrifice TIME to put together an event and the turnout is poor. We had small numbers which made it even more difficult. My suggestion is partnering with other fanatix clubs

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[Bernard///M3]

You guys don't want to know what the last Red Star cost us, bearing in mind we had addition expenses to celebrate the centenary.

Just got pricing for Kyalami last week, you also don't want to know what that place will cost to hire!!

Going back Red Star the centenary was done worldwide on 20 August, we didn't choose the date but BMW AG, I was however very disappointed by the Fanatics turnout, from the original plans and ideas, most if not all fell away due to lack of interest.

I know we can't please everyone and not everyone can afford the track days and MSA Licences, but it would have been nice to have my fellow fanatics enjoy the day with us

 

[chou56929]

not sure about the dyno, but the Shell garage meet was lekker turnout, the BMW #100 at RSR was bit unorganised in regard of parking and instrusctions.

next one for me would be the weekend gateaway. looking forward to it.

 

[WyKiD]

I am not sure where this is coming from but I believe its a bit harsh towards the members.

In the same vein that staff volunteer their time and efforts... so to do members to support, attend meets and keep the Fanatics flag flying high....

In my opinion the Red Star event as a whole was not well attended, aside from the bikers. The trackday seemed to be the core focus of the day with the other bits cobbled on. Don't see how a huge turnout was expected on that premise alone...

A trackday probably does not have the same appeal as a social park off or breakfast run to many and may go some way in explaining the attendance numbers...

 

[GoCart]

I am not sure where this is coming from but I believe its a bit harsh towards the members.

In the same vein that staff volunteer their time and efforts... so to do members to support, attend meets and keep the Fanatics flag flying high....

In my opinion the Red Star event as a whole was not well attended, aside from the bikers. The trackday seemed to be the core focus of the day with the other bits cobbled on. Don't see how a huge turnout was expected on that premise alone...

A trackday probably does not have the same appeal as a social park off or breakfast run to many and may go some way in explaining the attendance numbers...

I feel the social organizers did turn the focus towards a social meet up when concern was raised about the cost to track, unfortunately the strategy did not yield the desired results.

But as FiRi and Abree has said, the most popular events are known, and the focus will be there.

Track days participants will continue in small groups, there is no reason the Fanatics need to rent a track at mega cost.. Midvaal and Petrolheads for pets was proof of that, a small group of fanatics meet up, have coffee, talk some k@k, whip round that track, have a boerie, talk more k@k....

We will do the same at Zwatrkops on the 11th of September.

I guess all we can do is support the social organizers and try and attend the official events...

PS' Let it be known, I've never attended a fanatics event I did not enjoy, even a late night coffee meet while completely smashed, and had to drive back to the Vaal afterwards.

 

[WyKiD]

I am not sure where this is coming from but I believe its a bit harsh towards the members.

In the same vein that staff volunteer their time and efforts... so to do members to support, attend meets and keep the Fanatics flag flying high....

In my opinion the Red Star event as a whole was not well attended, aside from the bikers. The trackday seemed to be the core focus of the day with the other bits cobbled on. Don't see how a huge turnout was expected on that premise alone...

A trackday probably does not have the same appeal as a social park off or breakfast run to many and may go some way in explaining the attendance numbers...

I feel the social organizers did turn the focus towards a social meet up when concern was raised about the cost to track, unfortunately the strategy did not yield the desired results.

But as FiRi and Abree has said, the most popular events are known, and the focus will be there.

Track days participants will continue in small groups, there is no reason the Fanatics need to rent a track at mega cost.. Midvaal and Petrolheads for pets was proof of that, a small group of fanatics meet up, have coffee, talk some k@k, whip round that track, have a boerie, talk more k@k....

We will do the same at Zwatrkops on the 11th of September.

I guess all we can do is support the social organizers and try and attend the official events...

PS' Let it be known, [/b]I've never attended a fanatics event I did not enjoy[/b], even a late night coffee meet while completely smashed, and had to drive back to the Vaal afterwards.

My intent was to highlight my experience in attending the Red Star event not really aimed at the fanatics or the events team.

For an event like this, all the events team can do is put it out to the forum. Individuals will then see if they can or want to attend....There are several factors that could have contributed to this specific event not being well attended including venue, date, core event, etc....I dont know the membership numbers of the bmwccg but from the number of cars there, it did not appear to be well supported either.

While I understand that the fanatics event team can be demotivated after promoting an event and it did not turn out as expected, it should not be taken to heart. There has been several events attended by the Fanatics where "we brought it" , so it would seem along with the highs you will get the odd bump in the road...it comes with the territory. You learn from it and move on....

 

[GoCart]

I might be wrong, but perhaps it was to far out for most of the BMWCCG guys, I remember when we did the record attempt at Kyalami, it was huge, 446 cars on track if i'm not mistaken.

Anyway, enough from me, see you at the next event :coolShake:, hopefully a breakfast run to somewhere nice.

 

[ChefDJ]

Yeah I was astounded that the last record attempt had the numbers for such a small event compared to the centenary celebration, which I expected to be massive.

 

[chou56929]

I think so too. RSR makes many not too keen due to distance. If was at kyalami. Im sure many would pop by.

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[FiRi@Rennzport]

I might be wrong, but perhaps it was to far out for most of the BMWCCG guys, I remember when we did the record attempt at Kyalami, it was huge, 446 cars on track if i'm not mistaken.

Anyway, enough from me, see you at the next event :coolShake:, hopefully a breakfast run to somewhere nice.

Breakfast run will be November...but by next week we have some news on October's event

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[ChefDJ]

Is there anything planned for December? On the 16th or the weekend nearby? It's always nice to have a social meet/breakfast run that time of year as everyone's hyped up for the holidays and what not. Get together for some laughs before the break and before the first event of the next year which is generally only in Feb.

 

[WyKiD]

Are'nt we due for the spring Wimpy breakfast meet.....was usually held in fourways. Would be a nice impromptu social, can choose a different venue.....

 

[Fuzz@tinyNET]

Just a quick announcement from myself:

I have stepped down as Events Lead for the Fanatics in Gauteng.

Given my lack of free time which has become dedicated to my job as well as to my business interest in CCT, it has all become a lot to manage, not forgetting the current forum management climate which leaves a lot to be desired for, by myself anyway.

I will still be a regular member though, and thank you to the current Events Group for their hard work and all the great times we have shared.

Good luck to you all in the times ahead!

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[Arbee]

Just a quick announcement from myself:

I have stepped down as Events Lead for the Fanatics in Gauteng.

Given my lack of free time which has become dedicated to my job as well as to my business interest in CCT, it has all become a lot to manage, not forgetting the current forum management climate which leaves a lot to be desired for, by myself anyway.

I will still be a regular member though, and thank you to the current Events Group for their hard work and all the great times we have shared.

Good luck to you all in the times ahead!

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All the best Fuzz. Thank you all that you have helped us with.

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[Clownshoe]

I have been routed to this thread from the WC BMW meet and greet thread.

I would just like to add... not everyone can make an event. In my case it is due to working a fly in fly out work roster... and lets face it, a car meet up will rank behind, family, work, friend functions. Cape functions happen once in a blue moon and I am very rarely home for them. More frequent small groups generally mean that more people will be comfortable with the group and more likely to attend the big organised functions...

I am not bothered by the fact that only 5 people rock up to an informal meet and greet in a parking lot for a coffee.

As for the larger events... why not piggyback on larger formal events. Like car shows where we have a corner for Fanatics or having track days that co-incide with normal track days. So Fanatics get together and track or watch other fanatics tracking their rides. This has several advantages, it makes going to larger events less intimidating as you will know a few fanatics there and you get to have a fanatics function with someone else organizing.

Advertise. Remember that not everyone is a forum addict... have a mailing list for regional events. I have only heard about events I could have made a day after they have occurred.

 

[ChrisBrand]

I have been routed to this thread from the WC BMW meet and greet thread.

I would just like to add... not everyone can make an event. In my case it is due to working a fly in fly out work roster... and lets face it, a car meet up will rank behind, family, work, friend functions. Cape functions happen once in a blue moon and I am very rarely home for them. More frequent small groups generally mean that more people will be comfortable with the group and more likely to attend the big organised functions...

I am not bothered by the fact that only 5 people rock up to an informal meet and greet in a parking lot for a coffee.

As for the larger events... why not piggyback on larger formal events. Like car shows where we have a corner for Fanatics or having track days that co-incide with normal track days. So Fanatics get together and track or watch other fanatics tracking their rides. This has several advantages, it makes going to larger events less intimidating as you will know a few fanatics there and you get to have a fanatics function with someone else organizing.

Advertise. Remember that not everyone is a forum addict... have a mailing list for regional events. I have only heard about events I could have made a day after they have occurred.

Thanks bud! I agree wholeheartedly. We are trying to get more Fanatics involved. On a previous occasion we attended an event at Killarney (SABeemer) where we arranged for our own stall for the day (i have the emails), just to be told on the day that sorry we didnt arrange any place for you. I had to choose out an open corner in the parking lot and improvised. Not only that but only 2 members showed up for that day.

In contrast the Cars and Coffee the other day had over 50 cars attending.

It seems difficult to arrange events around everyones schedules (hence the reason for this thread).

But alas, we will keep on having these events and inviting members and encourage them to attend as many as possible.

 

[2fast2furious]

Hi Guys
I think that this forum is an awesome forum and the event co-ordinators try really hard to make an event successful, however an even can only be successful if it is supported by the members.
Lets keep the forum, events and everyone that makes an effort to attend the events a positive one. Lets learn from past mistakes and make the next ones more epic.
Here's looking forward to the next event :coolShake:
Regards

 

[GoCart]

BUMP

Let’s create a poll to gage interest in certain events.

Something like:

Dyno Days
Drag Racing
Track Racing
Breakfast Runs
Lunch Runs
Charity Runs
Weekends Away

I am uncertain whether this was done before, or maybe I forget, but it would be interesting to see what the percentage of interest is in various activities.

You see, I’ve been thinking about my involvement, and I don’t necessarily believe that my joining the social team will have any affect, in fact, it might actually have a negative impact, who knows.

However, my believe remains that in an effort to keep the social scene moving, we should cater for all, and for that reason, even the small, unofficial gatherings / events have a place here.

So, I’d be pretty happy plodding along with the unofficial track day / breakfast / lunch thing, and at the same time reach out to other social groups not involved here. Sure these will be small gatherings compared to the high effort, high cost events, but even small events can be considered successful.

 

[VictorMike]

Sure these will be small gatherings compared to the high effort, high cost events, but even small events can be considered successful.

To follow on, maybe the point shouldn't be to try and organise a few large events, but many smaller ones. The more dates in a calendar, the bigger the chance of people being able to attend.

 

[FiRi@Rennzport]

Sure these will be small gatherings compared to the high effort, high cost events, but even small events can be considered successful.

To follow on, maybe the point shouldn't be to try and organise a few large events, but many smaller ones. The more dates in a calendar, the bigger the chance of people being able to attend.

We currently on 1 event a month... i don't think more then that is actually viable.

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