Lowndes: Adelaide Hoons - Do burnouts on a track

[4Vman]

Originally Posted by flappist

If it is ok to build boat ramps to prevent erosion, skate parks to keep the kids off the footpaths, shark nets to allow the tourists to swim, MX tracks to keep the kids out of the forestry etc etc.

What is the problem with making burnout pads, drag strips et al. for those who wish to play as safely as possible.

None at all, its a great idea.

If burnouts float your boat and you can get enough support to get a facility more power to you i say.

The problem will come though with red tape.

Once you're found a place that is workable you will have to provide insurance, scrutineering, membership fees, usage fees, licensing of a motorsport event, public noise studies, etc etc the costs leave people cold....

The litigative nature of people now will necessitate anyone who's taking responsibility for such a facility to cover their bums big time.

Correct me if i'm wrong but doesn't SA already have AIR, Mallala, Tailems bend etc for motorsport fun?

I still can't see how this will get the D/H's off the street though, because all of the cost, regulations and red tape will put them off using such a facility, and most get a buzz from breaking the law and showing off in public anyway....