RIIID Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Hi Barb, I noticed the See's link was for the Toffee-ettes, did you get hooked on those after I brought those to you in '03? I know I just have to order a tin after or two after Seeing the link. Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geezer-lock Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 (edited) "Did I feel bad when a group of my friends didn't get in? Of course I did! But on the same note, know that I didn't go back and fix it so they could get in - didn't move them up on the waiting list - didn't shuffle the numbers in any way. I don't take bribes, don't play favoritism, and pride myself as an honest person. I hope all y'all appreciate it... A2Chic " Outstanding attitude! And thanks for taking on the responsibility. David C Edited August 10, 2007 by geezer-lock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhgtyre Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 We may not like some things but we back you all the way. Thank you for being there. That is very true. We do appreciate all the hard work you do and the match is obviously a huge success or we wouldn't have SO many people wanting to attend. -ld Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubletap Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Maybe a three tiered application process would work. Locals would have the first month open to sign up, the second month for those who actually live in Area 2 and then open it up to the whole world for the third month if any slots are left. -ld Just a few thoughts on this topic of the lottery draw... If you require "locals" to have a mailing address in AZ - how far out of the town of Mesa can you be to be classified as "local"? Within the Phoenix / Tucson area? What about the guys from Flagstaff or Payson or Prescott? ... or ... If it is required that they are members of the club, will we soon have 1,000 new club members? Any way you look at it, if someone REALLY wants to get in on the "first group", they will find a way. What about the "local" guys that have out of town family or friend who always shoot together? Is this okay to submit one local guy + 3 out of towners? What about the guys that won their class/division last year... they are wanting a guaranteed slot, too. T A2Chic Hey Barb, I too appreciate the effort and work you guys put in and trying to be fair and equitable on the entry system. I also think that the local club members should have first shot. What defines a local? Someone who has shot a minimum number of club (not special or TNS) USPSA matches in the previous calendar year, perhaps six. We have a minimum requirement to be eligible for a Nationals slot, it could be the same number. This also eliminates the locals signing up friends if those friends don't qualify. I don't know if it would be necessary to require club membership as we have Tucson and other areas who do frequent our matches who may not be members. But having one or more of the match directors who put on a match each month not get in doesn't seem good. I'm hopeful that most if not all will end up in the match if there are only 39 on the wait list but I think that a system that recognizes those who support the club throughout the year along with the lottery can only be a positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ipscbob Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Maybe a three tiered application process would work. Locals would have the first month open to sign up, the second month for those who actually live in Area 2 and then open it up to the whole world for the third month if any slots are left. -ld Just a few thoughts on this topic of the lottery draw... If you require "locals" to have a mailing address in AZ - how far out of the town of Mesa can you be to be classified as "local"? Within the Phoenix / Tucson area? What about the guys from Flagstaff or Payson or Prescott? ... or ... If it is required that they are members of the club, will we soon have 1,000 new club members? Any way you look at it, if someone REALLY wants to get in on the "first group", they will find a way. What about the "local" guys that have out of town family or friend who always shoot together? Is this okay to submit one local guy + 3 out of towners? What about the guys that won their class/division last year... they are wanting a guaranteed slot, too. T A2Chic Hey Barb, I too appreciate the effort and work you guys put in and trying to be fair and equitable on the entry system. I also think that the local club members should have first shot. What defines a local? Someone who has shot a minimum number of club (not special or TNS) USPSA matches in the previous calendar year, perhaps six. We have a minimum requirement to be eligible for a Nationals slot, it could be the same number. This also eliminates the locals signing up friends if those friends don't qualify. I don't know if it would be necessary to require club membership as we have Tucson and other areas who do frequent our matches who may not be members. But having one or more of the match directors who put on a match each month not get in doesn't seem good. I'm hopeful that most if not all will end up in the match if there are only 39 on the wait list but I think that a system that recognizes those who support the club throughout the year along with the lottery can only be a positive. Yup...This would be reasonable if this were a local club match but remember this is an AREA match and as such AREA members should get priority. Those who are working this match should get entry but all others within area 2 should get equal access, period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubletap Posted August 11, 2007 Share Posted August 11, 2007 Maybe a three tiered application process would work. Locals would have the first month open to sign up, the second month for those who actually live in Area 2 and then open it up to the whole world for the third month if any slots are left. -ld Just a few thoughts on this topic of the lottery draw... If you require "locals" to have a mailing address in AZ - how far out of the town of Mesa can you be to be classified as "local"? Within the Phoenix / Tucson area? What about the guys from Flagstaff or Payson or Prescott? ... or ... If it is required that they are members of the club, will we soon have 1,000 new club members? Any way you look at it, if someone REALLY wants to get in on the "first group", they will find a way. What about the "local" guys that have out of town family or friend who always shoot together? Is this okay to submit one local guy + 3 out of towners? What about the guys that won their class/division last year... they are wanting a guaranteed slot, too. T A2Chic Hey Barb, I too appreciate the effort and work you guys put in and trying to be fair and equitable on the entry system. I also think that the local club members should have first shot. What defines a local? Someone who has shot a minimum number of club (not special or TNS) USPSA matches in the previous calendar year, perhaps six. We have a minimum requirement to be eligible for a Nationals slot, it could be the same number. This also eliminates the locals signing up friends if those friends don't qualify. I don't know if it would be necessary to require club membership as we have Tucson and other areas who do frequent our matches who may not be members. But having one or more of the match directors who put on a match each month not get in doesn't seem good. I'm hopeful that most if not all will end up in the match if there are only 39 on the wait list but I think that a system that recognizes those who support the club throughout the year along with the lottery can only be a positive. Yup...This would be reasonable if this were a local club match but remember this is an AREA match and as such AREA members should get priority. Those who are working this match should get entry but all others within area 2 should get equal access, period. When you're right you're right, and this time you are. Ok, if needed revise slightly and make it a requirement that you have to have shot a minimum number of matches at an Area 2 club to qualify for priority entry this would just serve to prevent "club member in name only" and signing up friends and reward shooters who support any club in that Area . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davecutts Posted August 12, 2007 Share Posted August 12, 2007 It is what it is deal with and quit crying already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhgtyre Posted August 12, 2007 Share Posted August 12, 2007 It is what it is deal with and quit crying already. Making helpful suggestions is far from crying. Just whining that something is unfair and pouting about it is crying. Most of what I've seen here has been in the form of helpful suggestion. That is fine. -ld Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Guy Posted August 29, 2007 Share Posted August 29, 2007 Any recommendations on hotels in the area? Contacted the match hotel today and they informed me that the only rooms available are smoking rooms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ipscbob Posted August 29, 2007 Share Posted August 29, 2007 We are at the match hotel. The chamber of commerce is always a good place to start. Give it a try at: http://www.tibp.com/cgi-bin/foxweb.dll/wlx...amp;client=MESA Looks like more than 20 hotels listed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Guy Posted August 29, 2007 Share Posted August 29, 2007 Found the Best Western Superstition Mountain @ $87.12/night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ipscbob Posted August 29, 2007 Share Posted August 29, 2007 Never stayed at the best western but Im sure it will be nice and the rate is excellent. I think we are paying $99.00 at the country inn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Stats Chic Posted August 29, 2007 Author Share Posted August 29, 2007 You may also want to try the Best Western in Apache Junction. AJ Best Western. They have rooms available and still have "non-smoking" rooms. If you try the 1-800 number for the match hotel - they don't know about the room rate. If you want to stay at the match hotel (Country Inns and Suites, Mesa) you have to call the hotel directly at (480) 641-8000 and mention "Rio Salado Desert Classic". A2Chic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Moore Posted August 29, 2007 Share Posted August 29, 2007 thanks for the reminder, just booked my room at the Country Inn Suites. The wife and I stayed there last year. There is plenty around within walking distance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcurmudgeon Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Found the Best Western Superstition Mountain @ $87.12/night. I booked this for my wife and myself (since we're building Best Western points). I think it's called Superstition Springs, however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Guy Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Found the Best Western Superstition Mountain @ $87.12/night. I booked this for my wife and myself (since we're building Best Western points). I think it's called Superstition Springs, however. You are correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Guy Posted August 31, 2007 Share Posted August 31, 2007 Will we be able to pre-ship our ammo to the range like last year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Stats Chic Posted September 1, 2007 Author Share Posted September 1, 2007 Will we be able to pre-ship our ammo to the range like last year? Send me an email to acquire your competitor number. Ship to: Accuracy Speaks c/o (your name and competitor #) 3960 N Usery Pass Rd Mesa, AZ 85207 Having your competitor number will ensure the correct person receives the correct ammo shipped. This is the gunsmith on-site. Please do not ship "too early" as he has limited space. A2Chic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BD Williamson Posted September 2, 2007 Share Posted September 2, 2007 Just a fyi I always just ship my ammo to the Motel that I am staying at. You can track and just call them to make sure it got there ok . It has always work out great for me. Just my .02 worth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HI5-O Posted September 2, 2007 Share Posted September 2, 2007 I'll be there, my wife already booked our flight and hotel room Since she's going, I get to take more ammo on the plane Need to go practice more..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viggen Posted September 8, 2007 Share Posted September 8, 2007 Is there any update on the standby list ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JGB Posted September 17, 2007 Share Posted September 17, 2007 (edited) In response to August posts regarding practice possibilities Practice possibilities the week of the Area2 / Desert Classic. If you’re coming in early there are many opportunities for shooting that week: •Tuesday--Rio Salado Tuesday night Steel. TNS will be held in the pistol bays shooting around some of the Area 2 stage props. Signup between 4 and 7 pm. Four stages figure 60 to 100 rounds. http://www.riopractical.com/ •Wednesday--Scottsdale Gun Club monthly USPSA match. Typically four stages including a classifier. Indoor match. Figure 70 to 100 rounds. Fabulous gun store, gunsmith, shooting lanes and only 2 or 3 miles from Dillon Precision. Signup 4-6 pm. Match starts at 5:00. Let us know, we'll start earlier if there’s enough interest. About 40 minutes from Rio Salado. http://www.scottsdalegunclub.com/ email Eddie at egarcia140@yahoo.com or John at jbrinjak@cox,net. •Thursday—Phoenix Rod and Gun Club Thursday Night Steel. Same format as Rio’s TNS. 4:30pm to 7:00 pm signup. About 35 minutes from Rio Salado. http://www.phoenixrodandgun.org/ •Thursday—Cactus Combat Match League @ Ben Avery Shooting Range. Their regular Thursday night match shows cancelled Desert Classic week due to range availability. You may wish to monitor their web site to see if the situation changes. An hour plus from Rio Salado. http://www.cactusmatch.com/ --John Edited September 17, 2007 by JGB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasmap Posted September 17, 2007 Share Posted September 17, 2007 It's 1 1/2 hours away but Pima Pistol Club, North side of Tucson, has a USPSA match the 1st Sunday also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shooting for M Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 Anyone know when there will be an update on the wait list? Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckS Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 Anyone know when there will be an update on the wait list?Jason Jason, I suggest that you contact someone from: http://www.riosaladodesertclassic.com/Contacts.aspx Later, Chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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