PRO COMP Pajero Challenge 2008
23rd
– 24th
February
2008
PAJERO 4WD CLUB OF VICTORIA
INC.
Registration No.A0005427G
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INFORMATION MEMORANDUM
The Pajero 4WD Club is holding its annual inter-club self
guided tour of East Victoria, called PRO COMP PAJERO CHALLENGE 2008 on
the above dates. This event is again being organised by an enthusiastic
group of club members.
The format of the event will be similar to last
year. It is designed to be a driving and navigational event. It
will contain tests of correct navigation, four-wheel driving, bush skills,
safety and special tasks. Competitors will follow a set of route notes
and there will be questions to be answered along the way.
The event is not a race. You’re planning of travel
and time will require some preparation however, anyone caught speeding or
acting in a manner detrimental to the 4WD Code of Ethics will be disqualified
and the entry fee will not be refunded. All participants will have the
same amount of time to complete each section and the overall event. The time
allowed will be more than adequate.
Participants
The event is open only to members of Four Wheel Drive Victoria (formerly VAFWDC) affiliated clubs. The organisers reserve the right to
impose a limit on the number of entrants for this event. As the route
is typical of tracks used by clubs in their normal 4WD trips, the event is
suitable for a standard 4WD with good off-road tyres. Part of the
challenge of this event is being able to handle the endurance of up to 24
hours continuous navigation and four-wheel driving. There will be
enforced rests at the ¼ way, ½ way and ¾ way points.
Meals will be provided during the event at the ½ way point
and at the finish. Light refreshments will be available at the ¼ way
and ¾ way points. Any additional food or drinks must be provided by the
entrants. No alcohol will be permitted.
Each vehicle must have 2 licensed drivers and copies of
the licences must be provided with the entry form.
Vehicles
The event is not suitable for van type, high centre of
gravity, light duty or on-road 4WD's. All vehicles shall be mechanically
sound, registered and in a roadworthy condition. Good off-road tyres of
“mud terrain” type are recommended. However, as a minimum requirement,
all cars must have at least “all terrain” type tyres in good condition.
All vehicles must have front and rear recovery points.
Each vehicle will be scrutinised at the start of the event
and any vehicles found to be unsuitable for this event, will not be allowed
to participate in the event. In such a case, the entry fee will not be
refunded.
Prizes
Winners and placing will be awarded for their efforts by
receiving one or more prizes and trophies donated by various sponsors and the
Pajero Club. For this year’s event, there will only be one class and
one winner and awards for several of the top placing.
The Route
PRO COMP PAJERO Challenge 2008 will be similar in length
to previous years. All vehicles must be at the start point (to be
designated) by 8.30 am on the Saturday. The event will finish on the
following (Sunday) morning.
The approximate distance for the event is 350 - 400km of
four-wheel driving over 24 hours. Competitors will be advised on fuel
supply options in due course. There will be grid references to plot as well
as track notes, compass bearings, questions and special tests to
complete. You may use maps other than those provided, but all
instructions will be regarded as correct only in respect of the official maps.
There will be secret speed checks along the route to
detect speeding vehicles.
Whilst we endeavour to use clear tracks, on occasions
there may be some over- growth, however these tracks will be passable with
care.
Recovery vehicles may be stationed at various difficult
points along the route. Competitors must carry all necessary recovery
and safety equipment to enable self-recovery if required, or to be able to
use assistance from a fellow participant. A list of the mandatory
equipment required will be provided in due course.
Club Involvement
The Pajero Club encourages members of any Four Wheel Drive Victoria affiliated club to become involved in assisting with the running
of the event, such as attending to a checkpoint. Clubs wishing to become
involved should contact the co-ordinators by early December. Contact
details are listed on the last page.
Public Liability Insurance and Permits
The Pajero Club has obtained public liability insurance
for the event. However, participants will be required to sign an
indemnity declaration on the entry form.
A permit to run the event has been obtained from the
DSE. The permit is conditional on a number of special requirements from
both the Pajero Club and competitors, which include:
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Vehicles must not be driven on virgin ground
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The public shall have right of way on public roads
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All rubbish is to be removed from site
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Adopt sensible noise control
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Vegetation must not be willfully damaged
The Pajero Club thanks the DSE for its co-operation and
support of this annual four-wheel drive event.
Entries
There will be a maximum of 50 vehicles; entries will be
accepted by the following method:
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10 places will be reserved for Pajero Club members.
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The following 25 places will be from other affiliated clubs, on
a first-in basis (subject to a maximum of 5 per club).
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Past competitors will then receive an acceptance of entry. If
the number of past competitors exceeds the number of remaining places
available, the entries will be granted to competitors who have provided the
event with the greatest number of years support.
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The remaining places will be determined by ballot from all
remaining entries drawn after the close of entries.
Applications must be complete in all details (inclusion
of your email address is mandatory), signed and include the entry
fee. Any entry received without the appropriate fee will be
rejected. Fees for unsuccessful entrants will be refunded after the
completion of the draw. Mail entries to:
Pro Comp Pajero Challenge 2008
C/- Ray Horton [ Coordinator]
14 Buller Drive
Glen Waverley
Vic 3150
Email : challenge@pajeroclub.com.au
Entry Fee
$330.00 per vehicle for non Pajero Club
entries
$280.00 per vehicle for Pajero Club members
Entry fee includes 2 tickets to the Presentation Dinner and
Maps (which will be provided on the day of the event). Additional tickets for
the Presentation Dinner are available at $30.00 per person.
Withdrawal of Entry
Any entrant who withdraws from the event less than two
weeks before the commencement of the event will result in no fee being
refunded. Any entrant who withdraws more than two weeks before the
commencement of the event will be entitled to a 50% refund.
Entry Forms
Entry forms to be posted [with cheque] to the address
noted above.
Presentation Dinner
The results of the event will be announced in a
Presentation Dinner along with photos and videos of the event. The organizers
of the Pajero Challenge encourage all participants and their family and
friends to make a booking to attend the dinner.
Timetable
Entries
Open:
15th October 2007
Entries
Close:
15th January 2008
Entrants Notified:
31st January 2008
Checkpoint
Briefing:
31st January 2008
Challenge Date:
Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th February 2008
Presentation
Dinner:
Thursday 13th March 2008
to be held at: Venue TBC
Event
Organiser:
The Pajero 4WD Club of Victoria Inc.
Email:
challenge@pajeroclub.com.au
Committee
Coordinators Ray Horton,
Dirk Versluys, Ian Salmon
Coordinator & Entry Management Ray Horton
All email: challenge@pajeroclub.com.au
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