Event Feedback ??

tjjeepjeep · 08-30-2010, 09:14 AM

To help us make next year's event even better, we need your thoughts about this years. So what did you like, dislike or were confused about. All this helps us plan better next year. Anything and everything about Sat. (Yes we will avoid Gravelrama weekend next year...)

Did you find the event entrance ok? Or would a few more signs have helped?
Did you eat at Barn n Bunk or did you go off site?
Tents and chairs good idea?
Did you like how the raffles were multiple items or would you have preferred multiple winners per drawing?

Thanks in advance...

began · 08-30-2010, 01:11 PM

i think it went very smoothly.

I would have liked the drawings to be broke up more. but thats just me..

over all i think it was great

blazerbrad · 08-30-2010, 01:32 PM

I really liked the tent and chairs so you could sit down in the shade for a few minutes.

Ran to McDonald's for lunch, but mainly because my 5 y.o. will only eat McNuggets (off topic but waiting 8 minutes for McNuggets, Big Mac, and fries is ridiculous).

The field was mowed much better this year than last.

I'm thinking that just having cars for the crush might make it better for people to try. Wasn't there the entire time but didn't seem like most people could do anything with the SUV.

tom tom · 08-30-2010, 02:13 PM

1st time there i enjoyed it

RuffedUpXJ · 08-30-2010, 02:21 PM

That's the worst McD's in the history of the world. Who knows what they are doing that whole time. We do know it's not gettin gyour food ready.

Hope Springs Hauler · 08-30-2010, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by blazerbrad

I really liked the tent and chairs so you could sit down in the shade for a few minutes.

I'm thinking that just having cars for the crush might make it better for people to try. Wasn't there the entire time but didn't seem like most people could do anything with the SUV.

Having the tents was awesome and not THAT much work for setup/teardown. Lets save that contact info for next year.

As far as the cars go, I agree with this statement. 1 person made it all the way over, but the fun ratio would be better if we could get two sedan/coupe type vehicles next year.

sarge · 08-30-2010, 03:45 PM

The reason I got the Exploder is because every year prior we have a lot of BIG rigs that destroy the cars and want something bigger and more challenging ....

next year you need to let me know what you want as a club a few weeks prior to the event.

Flxratd · 08-30-2010, 04:12 PM

i agree that two smaller cars would probably make a few more people give it a try(even though i made it over in my little samurai

) and i have to admit that i was one of the ones saying go big but maybe if we could get 3 cars again and place 2 shorter ones side by side and 1 big one next to that just for the wow factor or us bigger (samurai) vehicles. thanks in advance for any arangement you can come up with sarge

Hope Springs Hauler · 08-30-2010, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by sarge

The reason I got the Exploder is because every year prior we have a lot of BIG rigs that destroy the cars and want something bigger and more challenging ....

next year you need to let me know what you want as a club a few weeks prior to the event.

Don't worry man. It wasn't a bad choice. The grass is always greener on the other side kinda thing going on here. Just remember, we would have a lot harder time putting together this part of the show without you.

biggin69 · 08-30-2010, 04:29 PM

Event entrance is easy enough although I do know a guy that can make signs if you need them;) . Went to Taco Hell for lunch. Tents and chairs was a great idea! I agree that the raffle should be broken up a little more. I also agree that the cars should be just that, cars or like mentioned above, two cars and an suv/van. Maybe more event for the rigs like a teeter totter or ??? Otherwise, the event was Great!

tjjeepjeep · 08-30-2010, 04:34 PM

Probably valid to ask to see where everyone is at then anyway. Economy could impact those with brand new tires not wanting to get them chewed up in metal or scratch other new parts. Noted to ask next year.

Barn N Bunk commented they were getting calls about when the crush would take place. So this one event is a huge impact to our overall success...

tjjeepjeep · 08-30-2010, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by biggin69

Event entrance is easy enough although I do know a guy that can make signs if you need them;) . Went to Taco Hell for lunch. Tents and chairs was a great idea! I agree that the raffle should be broken up a little more. I also agree that the cars should be just that, cars or like mentioned above, two cars and an suv/van. Maybe more event for the rigs like a teeter totter or ??? Otherwise, the event was Great!

I've been trying to find someone/club with a teeter totter thing. Do you know of one?

PS Thanks for the support as well. Without sponsors, we couldn't put this event on!!

dan · 08-30-2010, 05:04 PM

it was a great my kids definitely had a blast they loved the car crush and watching from the shade

SixFtUnd · 08-30-2010, 06:36 PM

my 2 cents

RAFFLE more winners smaller bundles ( example insted of giving one person 2 or 3 passes to big rock call a number for each one )

CAR Crush 2 cars and 1 suv/van if possible

TENTS great

SIGNS yes more/better placed signs ( more for trailer parking for sure )

4X4 101 Class what happened to that? sounded like a good idea

Something interactive for people to do ???? no ideas on what at this time

KennyTJ · 08-31-2010, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tjjeepjeep

I've been trying to find someone/club with a teeter totter thing. Do you know of one?

PS Thanks for the support as well. Without sponsors, we couldn't put this event on!!

I have access to the balance blocks if that is what your thinking of.

tjjeepjeep · 08-31-2010, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by KennyTJ

I have access to the balance blocks if that is what your thinking of.

I have no idea what I'm thinking...I just keep hearing these phrases tossed around...

TomH · 08-31-2010, 05:22 PM

First: Thanks!

Reply to your questions:

Entrance was easy to find, but I was aided by a delay in the onset of Alzheimer's and remembered it from last year.
Walked over to Yardbirds
Agree with the raffle un-bundling noted earlier (i.e. "Spread the joy!")
Combine the event with a trail ride if you're going to continue to schedule on days with perfect weather.
Find some things that club members do REAL well and hold a how-to clinic or two (e.g. Winching, using a Hy-Lift, Shade-tree wheel alignment, etc.)
If there was a swap-meet/parts-4-sale corner, probably would have had to Look/$ee

biggin69 · 08-31-2010, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tjjeepjeep

I've been trying to find someone/club with a teeter totter thing. Do you know of one?

PS Thanks for the support as well. Without sponsors, we couldn't put this event on!!

I do not know of anyone that has a teeter totter but I am sure there are enough fab guys on here that could make one. Also, glag I could help out!

Quote:

Originally Posted by TomH

First: Thanks!

Reply to your questions:

Entrance was easy to find, but I was aided by a delay in the onset of Alzheimer's and remembered it from last year.
Walked over to Yardbirds
Agree with the raffle un-bundling noted earlier (i.e. "Spread the joy!")
Combine the event with a trail ride if you're going to continue to schedule on days with perfect weather.
Find some things that club members do REAL well and hold a how-to clinic or two (e.g. Winching, using a Hy-Lift, Shade-tree wheel alignment, etc.)
If there was a swap-meet/parts-4-sale corner, probably would have had to Look/$ee

I agree with the swap meet idea. People always love buying other peoples junk.

dan · 08-31-2010, 07:49 PM

x2 on swap meet would probabaly bring more people also

08-30-2010, 09:14 AM	#1
tjjeepjeep Just tired Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, OH Posts: 2,213 Images: 2212	Event Feedback ?? To help us make next year's event even better, we need your thoughts about this years. So what did you like, dislike or were confused about. All this helps us plan better next year. Anything and everything about Sat. (Yes we will avoid Gravelrama weekend next year...) Did you find the event entrance ok? Or would a few more signs have helped? Did you eat at Barn n Bunk or did you go off site? Tents and chairs good idea? Did you like how the raffles were multiple items or would you have preferred multiple winners per drawing? Thanks in advance... __________________ I want to be the reason you look down at your phone and smile........then walk into a pole.

08-30-2010, 02:21 PM	#5
RuffedUpXJ On XJ 2 Now Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fairfield Twp. Posts: 314	That's the worst McD's in the history of the world. Who knows what they are doing that whole time. We do know it's not gettin gyour food ready. __________________ 88 XJ - 5" lift - 35" BFG's - Bumpers - Rock Rails - Homebrewed OBA - Roof Rack - Tube Doors - Trimmed - Dented 87 XJ - D44 - Disco D30 - 235's - 231TC - Stock for now

08-30-2010, 04:12 PM	#8
Flxratd Retired Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hamilton/Ross Posts: 645	i agree that two smaller cars would probably make a few more people give it a try(even though i made it over in my little samurai ) and i have to admit that i was one of the ones saying go big but maybe if we could get 3 cars again and place 2 shorter ones side by side and 1 big one next to that just for the wow factor or us bigger (samurai) vehicles. thanks in advance for any arangement you can come up with sarge __________________ One of these days Zuk 2.0

08-30-2010, 04:34 PM	#11
tjjeepjeep Just tired Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, OH Posts: 2,213 Images: 2212	Probably valid to ask to see where everyone is at then anyway. Economy could impact those with brand new tires not wanting to get them chewed up in metal or scratch other new parts. Noted to ask next year. Barn N Bunk commented they were getting calls about when the crush would take place. So this one event is a huge impact to our overall success... __________________ I want to be the reason you look down at your phone and smile........then walk into a pole.

08-30-2010, 05:04 PM	#13
dan gotta love middletucky Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Middletown Posts: 106	it was a great my kids definitely had a blast they loved the car crush and watching from the shade __________________ 98 xj 4.5" lift

08-30-2010, 01:11 PM	#2
began Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Springdale OH Posts: 149	i think it went very smoothly. I would have liked the drawings to be broke up more. but thats just me.. over all i think it was great

08-30-2010, 01:32 PM	#3
blazerbrad - CORE Member - Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 831 Images: 6	I really liked the tent and chairs so you could sit down in the shade for a few minutes. Ran to McDonald's for lunch, but mainly because my 5 y.o. will only eat McNuggets (off topic but waiting 8 minutes for McNuggets, Big Mac, and fries is ridiculous). The field was mowed much better this year than last. I'm thinking that just having cars for the crush might make it better for people to try. Wasn't there the entire time but didn't seem like most people could do anything with the SUV.

08-30-2010, 02:13 PM	#4
tom tom tommy Join Date: May 2010 Location: Franklin Oh Posts: 69	1st time there i enjoyed it

08-30-2010, 03:45 PM	#7
sarge Pure Bacon Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Trenton, Oh Posts: 1,098	The reason I got the Exploder is because every year prior we have a lot of BIG rigs that destroy the cars and want something bigger and more challenging .... next year you need to let me know what you want as a club a few weeks prior to the event.

08-30-2010, 04:29 PM	#10
biggin69 Really??? Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Cincy Posts: 678	Event entrance is easy enough although I do know a guy that can make signs if you need them;) . Went to Taco Hell for lunch. Tents and chairs was a great idea! I agree that the raffle should be broken up a little more. I also agree that the cars should be just that, cars or like mentioned above, two cars and an suv/van. Maybe more event for the rigs like a teeter totter or ??? Otherwise, the event was Great!

08-30-2010, 06:36 PM	#14
SixFtUnd Danny Beach Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cincinnati OH ( Price Hill) Posts: 481	my 2 cents RAFFLE more winners smaller bundles ( example insted of giving one person 2 or 3 passes to big rock call a number for each one ) CAR Crush 2 cars and 1 suv/van if possible TENTS great SIGNS yes more/better placed signs ( more for trailer parking for sure ) 4X4 101 Class what happened to that? sounded like a good idea Something interactive for people to do ???? no ideas on what at this time __________________ 86 Ford Bronco

08-31-2010, 05:22 PM	#17
TomH Gearhead Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Anderson Posts: 95	First: Thanks! Reply to your questions: Entrance was easy to find, but I was aided by a delay in the onset of Alzheimer's and remembered it from last year. Walked over to Yardbirds Agree with the raffle un-bundling noted earlier (i.e. "Spread the joy!") Combine the event with a trail ride if you're going to continue to schedule on days with perfect weather. Find some things that club members do REAL well and hold a how-to clinic or two (e.g. Winching, using a Hy-Lift, Shade-tree wheel alignment, etc.) If there was a swap-meet/parts-4-sale corner, probably would have had to Look/$ee

08-31-2010, 07:49 PM	#19
dan gotta love middletucky Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Middletown Posts: 106	x2 on swap meet would probabaly bring more people also __________________ 98 xj 4.5" lift