FIT build begins
As a judge I may point out that not everything is alligned, but I would never take points away for it. Rookie class is designed with rules that make it easy to get into the spot. If this were your first show and this was your car, how would you feel if you lost points because your battery terminals werent perfectly straight. Crafstmenship is judges in higher classes which make sense. As far as I'm concerned, if you car isnt a fire hazard, you will score ok in Rookie.
Good Luck My Brother, your are in very good hands...
I know the set-up you have, I had the same... It works very well!
It has been great to watch you battle through all the adversity, all your hard work, and dedication will be rewarded this weekend!!
Safe trip to you, and the rest of the Boys Heading down!
I know the set-up you have, I had the same... It works very well!
It has been great to watch you battle through all the adversity, all your hard work, and dedication will be rewarded this weekend!!
Safe trip to you, and the rest of the Boys Heading down!
I would not deduct points away, regardless. There is no rule that I'm aware of in Rookie that he is braking.
I would also add that I try NOT to remember what a car is like. I try to judge them as though it's my first time every time. To do otherwise would be unfair, IMHO.
I would also add that I try NOT to remember what a car is like. I try to judge them as though it's my first time every time. To do otherwise would be unfair, IMHO.
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what if another guy in the same class does everything right and this guys still looks ok.....does the competitor that does it right not deserve better points.....otherwise whats the point of doing a better job....and if he isnt encouraged to do a better job how does he become a better competitor
Craftsmanship is scored in Amateur, not in Rookie. So no, I would not score a car higher unless the rules state that I can. All competitors are encouraged to do the best job they can. But you can't stray from the rules or it gets confusing for the new guys.
Your a pro. So you know what your doing. Rookie class used to be more involved, but there were regular guys that put their systems togther in their drivways. They would show up and get their a$$ handed to them. Most would lose interest and never try again. Now rookie is very simple to compete in and its a good way to learn how to be more effective when installing a system. Judges will usually talk to the competitor after the show and help go over their score sheet. This helps everyone. Competitors have a way to learn and get feedback in a positive manner. If a Rookie enters a few shows and listens to the judges they will be well prepared for future (more difficult) classes. The jump from Rookie to Amateur is huge from a dificulty point of view, but after 2 or 3 comps in Rookie they will be ready for it. And they will have fun while doing it.
