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Post by Rallynavigator on Nov 17, 2012 10:45:10 GMT
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Post by Rallynavigator on Dec 13, 2012 22:10:54 GMT
Look at the discipline you want to enter into and contact clubs via the www. that feature that discipline.
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Post by andrewmcloone on Jan 13, 2013 11:07:19 GMT
Can somebody tell me the duties of a nav . I.E entry fees notes fuel? ?. Do nav pay this or does first timers pay it or pay some . what does nav pay???
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Post by Rallynavigator on Jan 13, 2013 11:36:20 GMT
Hi Andrew and welcome to the Forum. The contribution is normally something that you and the driver sort out betwen yourselves. Some drivers do look for a full contribution normally the Entry Fee , as they have the running costs of the transportation of the car, mechanical costs, fuel insurance, tyres etc. There are drivers that only ask for 1/2 the fee and if you do land lucky ( very rare ) a full sponsered driver may ask for nothing. If you cant afford the event or costings required my advice would be to say no to the individual as it only puts more pressure on your finances. As for a navigators responsibility I feel myself it starts as soon as the regs are published . Read these and understand them this is important as you have all the answeres when the driver or service crew ask. Find out when the entries open (normally on publication for the regs) and inform your driver, it may be you who has to put the entry form in. Obtain your map/s in order to transpose your route from the road book when you recieve it and keep it to hand. There may be a re-route this will be your only refrence as it will not be located in the road book. Speak to your driver and asertain the pacenote system they are using and order the appropriate notes when availiable . Look at buying the DVD if you can afford it as well and watch and mark any corrections you feel may need doing. Notes are a guide I find and can be wrong. Inform your service crew of all details via mail / post of all relevant timings and the course of action to be taken if you retire. " Expat" has his view on this rallynavigator.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=hintsandtips&action=display&thread=37Liase with your driver at all times so you both know what is required. Look at the format the rally will take location of MTC's ( Main time controls ) these are so important Look at lateness through out the event and know these details. For further help take a look at this page for a few more things you should know www.rallynavigator.co.uk/what-should-i-know/Most importantely enjoy the day. Scott
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Post by andrewmcloone on Jan 13, 2013 13:23:38 GMT
Ok thanks
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Post by expat on Jan 13, 2013 15:07:49 GMT
As for a navigators responsibility I feel myself it starts as soon as the regs are published I think it starts well before that; waiting for the regs to be published may be too late. There are things you can do in advance, booking things like hotels, travel, service crew and so on. So as soon as you know the event date and have decided to enter, you can get to work.
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Post by Rallynavigator on Jan 13, 2013 15:12:38 GMT
As for a navigators responsibility I feel myself it starts as soon as the regs are published I think it starts well before that; waiting for the regs to be published may be too late. There are things you can do in advance, booking things like hotels, travel, service crew and so on. So as soon as you know the event date and have decided to enter, you can get to work. I agree , with Expat it all starts with the calendar as stated. Hotels can be a minor nightmare if left to the last minute
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Post by expat on Jan 14, 2013 6:49:02 GMT
A co-driver may also have many tasks that are not specific to 1 event. Finding service crew, arranging test sessions, getting licences sorted, registering for championships are just a few examples. The exact role of a co-driver can vary from team to team, but there may be a lot of background work required, especially if you have a regular driver. Most of it is simple admin work, but it can be time-consuming and it has to be done.
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Post by Rallynavigator on Jan 14, 2013 8:50:18 GMT
Slightly different for me , we share tasks between us with us both knowing what each other are doing /roles . I haven't been involved with organising testing days etc
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Post by expat on Jan 14, 2013 9:12:43 GMT
Yes, every team is different and after a while you settle into a way of working that you are all comfortable with. Even then I think it is best if someone takes the initiative in checking that everything is done, and often the co-driver is the best person to do that.
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Post by Rallynavigator on Jan 15, 2013 21:37:17 GMT
I liase with the driver two weeks prior to the event , by doing this you are giving yourself a safety net so to speak.
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