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Carl Battis · 09-23-2007, 01:38 AM

I sent the following to Len tonight - it sums up my opinion on this issue. I think the tail is wagging the dog on the two-step question.......

Dear Mr. Imbrogno,

I read your recent commentary on the ClassRacer.com forum regarding possible rule changes for 2008. I can't say that I'm in favor of some of them; in particular the issue of the two-steps in Stock Eliminator. You posted the following in your remarks on the upcoming changes thread:

"Two-steps: While NHRA is still receiving input from NHRA racers on this issue, at the present time
55% of the 256 racers that have so far voiced their opinions want two-steps to be banned in Stock
across the board. Yes, this class could very well become a foot brake class.

As always, your input is welcomed. "

This year there have been 1031 racers that have participated in Stock in NHRA events in the seven Divisions. By your own figures above only 256 have responded to the question about two-step usage. Of that number, 55%, or approximately 140 people have been in favor of a ban. It's possible that some of those respondents may not even be NHRA registered Stock Eliminator participants. That means that at best 13.5% of the total number of Stock racers are in favor of banning the two-step. That hardly constitutes a mandate, and in fact is likely just a representative sampling of a small group of racers for whom this a cause de jour.

Before NHRA takes action on a rule change such as banning the two-step I would hope that they would employ a more accurate method of sampling racer input. I would suggest that no action be taken until such a process is put in place. Attaching a questionaire to Tech Cards at 2008 Lucas Oil Events would be a great way to gather data from those racers who are actually supporting NHRA Sportsman racing. I have extensive experience in representative governance in the workplace as well as a BA degree in Organizational Communication. If I can be of assistance in any way in helping to ensure that a representative sampling is taken before any rule changes are made I would be happy to help.

Please contact me if you have any questions or comments. I appreciate you taking the time to post on the website and keep the racing community informed.

Regards,

Carl Battis
720 B/SA

09-23-2007, 01:38 AM	#63
Carl Battis Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 100 Likes: 24 Liked 183 Times in 36 Posts	Re: What to expect I sent the following to Len tonight - it sums up my opinion on this issue. I think the tail is wagging the dog on the two-step question....... Dear Mr. Imbrogno, I read your recent commentary on the ClassRacer.com forum regarding possible rule changes for 2008. I can't say that I'm in favor of some of them; in particular the issue of the two-steps in Stock Eliminator. You posted the following in your remarks on the upcoming changes thread: "Two-steps: While NHRA is still receiving input from NHRA racers on this issue, at the present time 55% of the 256 racers that have so far voiced their opinions want two-steps to be banned in Stock across the board. Yes, this class could very well become a foot brake class. As always, your input is welcomed. " This year there have been 1031 racers that have participated in Stock in NHRA events in the seven Divisions. By your own figures above only 256 have responded to the question about two-step usage. Of that number, 55%, or approximately 140 people have been in favor of a ban. It's possible that some of those respondents may not even be NHRA registered Stock Eliminator participants. That means that at best 13.5% of the total number of Stock racers are in favor of banning the two-step. That hardly constitutes a mandate, and in fact is likely just a representative sampling of a small group of racers for whom this a cause de jour. Before NHRA takes action on a rule change such as banning the two-step I would hope that they would employ a more accurate method of sampling racer input. I would suggest that no action be taken until such a process is put in place. Attaching a questionaire to Tech Cards at 2008 Lucas Oil Events would be a great way to gather data from those racers who are actually supporting NHRA Sportsman racing. I have extensive experience in representative governance in the workplace as well as a BA degree in Organizational Communication. If I can be of assistance in any way in helping to ensure that a representative sampling is taken before any rule changes are made I would be happy to help. Please contact me if you have any questions or comments. I appreciate you taking the time to post on the website and keep the racing community informed. Regards, Carl Battis 720 B/SA Last edited by Carl Battis; 09-23-2007 at 01:48 AM.