National Convention - Hampton 2013 - - - What to expect?

[Greg C.]

I have been scratching my head looking at the convention schedule... and its not do to anything lacking there... I am just not sure what kind of event it is, as I have never been.

Currently I am stationed overseas, but am from the Hampton Roads Area, and luck being on my side for a change, I am going to be back "home" while the convention is going on. Since I am a native of the area, I don't really need to go see the ships, Williamsburg, etc etc, (though if you have never been to the area, there is A LOT to do!). Also, I am a Corvette, newbie... I don't own a car (though I am looking for my first one!) so maybe the Advanced Judging seminar won't be something I am ready for...

What I am hoping is that I can drop by for a day and see lots of Corvettes in one place and talk to the owners get to know some of the folks in the NCRS community.


The only other thing remotely like this that I have been to is Carlisle... but that was 17 years ago....

Any idea of what goes on at "the usual" national convention?

Thanks!

[Nicholas L.]

Re: National Convention - Hampton 2013 - - - What to expect?

Become an observer judge for C-2s. You will learn what the judges are looking for. This will help you with your search for a Corvette.

[Michael W.]

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If you intend on participating in any of the activities, you must be a registered member. There's very little in common between Carlisle and a judging event except lots of cars to look at, in other words it's not a swap meet.

[Greg C.]

Re: National Convention - Hampton 2013 - - - What to expect?

Thanks...
I gathered it was not like Carlisle and wasn't a swap meet... but like Mr Ward said, I figured it would be lots of cars to look at. Beyond that though, I had no idea. I just didn't want to show up and find out it was going to be "Clique-y" and not a place for noobies to go to.

Observer judge... I don't think I saw that on the sign up sheet.... How do you go about doing that?

Cheers

[Vinnie P.]

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Greg...in order to be an observer judge you must register for the event...a one day pass will not permit you to attend any judging schools, tech sessions, nor will it let you be an observer judge

[Michael W.]

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Thanks...
I just didn't want to show up and find out it was going to be "Clique-y" and not a place for noobies to go to.

Not cliquey at all, very much the opposite. If anythihg it might be 'clunky' but that's just some of the judges with bad knee and hip joints.

[Michael J.]

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I'm not sure what to expect either, it will be my first national too. But after driving almost 3000 miles to get there, I hope it is fun. I know it will be super crowded, not looking forward to that.

[Dennis C.]

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Greg,

it will be a fun experience for you. The group is very friendly and will be eager to answer your questions. If you can, register for the event and attend some of the seminars. It's a great way to learn.

The Advance Judging School is also a great way to learn about the cars. The are 2 sessions to the class and you will need to attend both morning and afternoon if you want the judging points. There will be plenty of information discussed and it is worth the time.

You need to determine what you want from the experience. Good luck and have a great time.

Dennis

[Greg C.]

Re: National Convention - Hampton 2013 - - - What to expect?

Just Registered.... and signed up for the Observer Jude thing as well...

Should be fun!

[Michael J.]

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Wish I had the courage to be an observer judge, not sure I should do that though, sounds a bit scary.

[Greg C.]

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I only have the courage because I am absolutely clueless as to what it will be like


Or put another way, I am too stupid to know better.

[Ed N.]

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Just Registered.... and signed up for the Observer Jude thing as well...

Should be fun!

Greg, what generation did you signed up to OJ?

[Greg C.]

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1965 (2nd choice) 1966 (1st choice)
Judging Sections:	First Choice: Operations Second Choice: Mechanical Third Choice: Exterior

[Ed N.]

Re: National Convention - Hampton 2013 - - - What to expect?

1965 (2nd choice) 1966 (1st choice)
Judging Sections:	First Choice: Operations Second Choice: Mechanical Third Choice: Exterior

Nice, you will learn alot those guys know their stuff.

[Gary C.]

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Greg,

You will need to show up the morning of Judging 30 minutes before the Judging begins and request to OJ.

Start Judging times are on the Event Schedule you get at Registration and in the Driveline.

Recommend you OJ for Operations as well as Flight Judging. This would introduce you to the Team Leader. You might also consider OJ for Bowtie Judging. It's educational to understand the difference between Flight and Bowtie Judging.

JMTCW,

Gary
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