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Yes there is a brake, but it was not used in any of today's test runs. The roughness and resulting friction of the road surface seemed to be the biggest cause for the losses in speed/momentum. We are also thinking the car maybe a little on the light side. Dennis is going to weigh the car this week and add extra ballast if we're under weight.

Today was the day for a full test of the Flyer's capabilities. I am happy to say the test runs were a huge success!

This is a video of the first test run. This first test was on a mild incline so we could test the steering and overall handling at a slightly lower speed. I had the oportunity to drive the Flyer in one test run. I found the car to be very stable and smooth. The steering was smooth without being too twitchy. It was a fantastic oportunity! Thanks Dennis!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IddGksn … e=youtu.be

After the first two test runs we changed locations to a steeper and longer hill. We started this run with very little push, which with a good hard push I'm sure Dennis would have reached higher speeds! The car ran smooth and predictably as I followed in the chase van. Dennis reported that the cars streering was excellent and the car handled quite well even at higher speeds! 99% of the construction of this gravity car was completed by Dennis himself. He did an awesome job on this racer!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iBr4KS … e=youtu.be

I've been busy with "other" things, but I am quite sure Dave has been on task. We should think about hooking up with Dave for further R&D work. Things should slow down for me after mid September.

YES!

Secret HIGHWAY location!

Results from August 11th race at Rippin' Ridin' Raceway:

Classic Sports Car
1 Mitch  64.1 laps
2 Monte  63.2
3 Anthony  60.9
4 Chris  60.3
5 Al  60.0
6 Rico  58.5
7 Greg  57.6
8 Jeff  54.5
9 Seth  53.7
10 Rene  49.0

GT
1 Al    68.2 laps
2 Chris  68.0
3 Mitch  67.0
4 Anthony  66.9
5 Monte  66.3
6 Greg  65.8
7 Rico  62.5
8 Jeff  62.4
9 Rene  55.4
10 Seth  50.4

BRM Group C
1 Rico    75.8
2 Chris    70
3 Greg    69.8
4 Al    69.5
5 Mitch    64.2
6 Monte    60.3

Over 50
1 Mitch    66.7
2 Monte    65.5
3 Al    64.8
4 Rico    62.6
5 Chris    61.6

Thanks Al, we can definitely use you! Dennis will be there at 7:00am to unload the racer and set up the pit area. I think his son Troy and Jimmy are going to be with him but could definitely use extra hands. Rico and I will be at the track at 5:00am as set up volunteers until 9:00am. So we need all the help we can get in the pit area before 9:00am!

Sorry I missed the race Monte. We were in Medford at noon, and in traffic from 3pm to 6:45pm!!!!

I can do that one!!!

Thanks for the support Monte, but I'm thinkin' you might be over-estimating my value!

If I come back from the beach to attend, leaving Diane at the beach, can I come live with you afterwards?

This update from our Crew Chief/Driver Dennis Hart:

"Bill and Diane, Charlotte and I all attended the racers meeting yesterday at the track.  All of our questions were answered and we all walked the track noting important safety features and getting a real close look at its details.  All very positive and encouraging.  Also relieving some of my honest concerns regarding design choices that we made during construction.  I am convinced that we will have some strong competition, but a GOOD chance of winning this major event.  Not a "walk in the park", but real contenders !

Also, the "Flyer" is now complete ( other than livery ) and ready for final road testing.  The batteries on my camera krapped out, but pictures will be soon forthcoming.

I must brag a little here.  She is beautiful and fast thanks to Al, Mitch, Jimmy, Charlotte and especially Bill who has been my strong right arm through this long and challenging process.  Without any of them the "Hawksbill Flyer" would have remained a pile of assorted materials.  Please do plan on attending and (or) assisting at our pit. This should be a GREAT event !

Lastly, road trials will take place soon.  Keep tuned for the place, time and secret location.  It will be in the Scappoose area and followed by a no host post trial bash and rally at the "Varsity Bar and Grill" in preparation of the big event Saturday, August 20th at Mt. Tabor in Portland.  EVERYONE IS WELCOME !

- Dennis

'She flies like a hawk, the wind her lover."