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fearlesss
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Post #1 post 23rd September 2013 - 02:08 PM
Well another Jamboree is over for the year and if you thought last years was bad ! this year trumped it by miles.

Don't get me wrong I love Jamboree, I've been going for 10 years on an off, but this years was soooo bad it's actually making me think about bothering going next year. It's progressively getting worse every year but this one seems to have taken it to a new low.

Will anything change ? Will it even be on in 2014 ?

The good
- The racing is awesome! From a driver who enters the event to a spectator. You can't fault the organizing/schedule of the actual racing. Unfortunately this is the only good thing left about Jamboree's lol

The bad
- The displays are worse than what you would see at a Friday school fate.. 5 years ago the whole alley down the strip was full of decent stalls. This year you have some bogan trying to palm off $10 RC toys for $50-$90 and A guy selling Chinese clothing..

- The car displays .. what's wrong with them. THERE IS NONE.. I think there was maybe 1 car club on display but it's hard to tell if it was a club or just 4 cars of the same model next to each other. I didn't see any show and shine cars except for a car audio shop display.

- The stage shows lol.. I don't know what was better the RC drifting around 3 12 year old girls.. Or the beat boxer who should probably stick to home youtube videos.



The only decent show left which is the motox fame guys didn't even show up Sunday ! Why because there was no crowd...

Pro Tip jamboree organizers: Kids drifting their rc cars is not something anyone wants to watch..

- $70 entry fee for the weekend.. If I was their spectating and paid $70 for the 2 days,. I would honestly ask for some money back by the time Sunday afternoon came around. You would be better off just watching a Test and Tune Saturday night or wait till Winternationals.

How can this be fixed you might be asking Ray ?

- Change it back to 1 action packed day rather than dragging it out over 2
- Who ever is organizing the stage schedule.. Fire them right now.. Get a band on stage even ?
- Half the spectator ticket prices. half the stall fee prices. and you might get some people coming to watch and some decent stalls.
- For the love of god, stop putting on those monster bike shows.. Sure it's ok watching it once in your life time but any more than that and it gets so boring.. I'ld rather watch the guy in the tractor clean the drag strip.

This post has been edited by fearlesss: Sep 23 2013, 04:08 PM
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alpharx7
Post #2

agree, it's to expensive for spectators. I don't bother going on sundays on account of the expense.

not sure on the idea of cutting back the event to one day, better off trying to expand it and get it pumping again / a return to it's former glory.

was good to see that they tried to tie in with the downshift crew as a means of achieving this, although it might need a year or two for that to become an established part of the show. I believe there were about 12 cars representing 'downshift'. still the jamboree event was a vw show originally iirc, before it changed it's emphasis to what it is currently, i'm sure it could survive another change towards becoming an established 'downshift' event if it takes off.

as for an actual car show, jamboree's never been focused towards that. i'm sure it could become a more prominent part of the show, but there are plenty of areas that could improve, as you've mentioned.

so bring on a 'downshift' racewars type event. happy.gif

R1KUD0
Post #3

well said ray

fearlesss
Post #4

I didn't even see the downshift crew sad.gif but yeah incorporating with something else is a good idea. Downshift racewars sounds awesome.

The reasoning for changing it back to 1 day or even Friday night - Saturday is so that we can have some decent night time racing = cooler temps = less stress on the cars and better times, even a night time stage schedule. People can camp over night then spend Sunday driving home getting read for work on Monday.

My names not Ray R1KUDO the organizers name is Ray lol,
arc1983
Post #5

Although i missed this year due to my little bub arriving a couple of months ago i left it but i will be back racing next year. most people go to jamboree for the racing. What was decribed sounds like what is at the v8 supercars the main attractions is the racing, for me i dont really find the show cars all that impressive anyway.

88BIN
Post #6

I remember when the show and shine drew more of a crowd then the racing. Since 2009ish every year the show & shine, stalls & side shows have gone backwards but this year was so bad. There was 3 totally stock cars in the show & shine!

I can't believe there was no Club High Rollers, racing or in the Show & Shine.

I love Jambo, it's always been my favorite event of the year, every year it has been breaking my heart seeing it get smaller and smaller, but this year was ridiculous.

wasas
Post #7

the event needs tits.

There, I said it. Miss jambo needs to come back, and she needs to take her top off. sure its low brow but I'll be out there to watch... hell, fast cars and tits? sounds like a great day out! the family friendly idea while nice just isn't cutting it in the current market.

Agree with Friday/Saturday combo.
Qualifying/free runs for the big guns friday night, make it included in your ticket price of $50, think of it as a freebie for people who make the effort to come out.

Have the street cars run saturday morning/lunch,

throw in the MX guys when there is a oil down.

Put a band on (hell there are HEAPS of decent brisbane rock bands, DJ's producers that would come out), when the track is closed for sunset its a prime time to get someone to play.

after sunset let the factory extreme do their thing. Bring it back to a 1 day event. 1 MASSIVE day.
still, these are just my ideas. and FFS work with the cops, no one will go out if they know they will be defected.

alpharx7
Post #8

i've bumped this thread to add a link to a competition / survey that people can complete with a view towards improving the event, and the direction that that takes.

no more indirect whinging here, go tell the promoter what you think needs improving.

http://www.jamboree.com.au/news/item214.php

QUOTE
This year marked the 23rd running of the Brisbane Jamboree and the 10th running of the Sydney Jamboree. Wow, how time flies!

We’ve made some changes to the event over the years, we’ll admit not always in the right direction, but people’s expectations of car shows in this day and age are changing so we need your feedback to keep Jamboree as Australia’s most-anticipated Sport Compact event.

We’ve got a brief survey below that will help us better shape the event to suit you, and as our way of saying thank you we’re giving you the chance to WIN the ultimate Jamboree fans prize pack.

Filling out the survey gets you one entry in the draw (one entry per person).

The package includes: -
Airfares for 2 people to the Sydney or Brisbane Jamboree from major airports on the East Coast of Australia
Twin share accommodation. (Hotel TBC)
2 x VIP Corporate Box Tickets to the Sydney or Brisbane Jamboree

But wait, there’s more! If you go to our Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/JamboreeEvent and share the Survey Post we'll give you an extra chance to win the Sydney or Brisbane Jamboree VIP Package!.
fearlesss
Post #9

HAHA, I was just on this thread copying and pasting my post into the survey.

Well done Sports Compact for realizing how bad their Events have gotten and hopefully they will try change it in 2014

Rossini
Post #10

Nice thread..I work for MTQ Engine Systems (Sonic Performance) that sponsor the Pro Compact bracket. I totally agree with all you guys and did happen to write a comprehensive letter to Ray after the weekend with pretty much the same concerns that have been mentioned. I did not work at our trade stand this year ( was purely a spectator) but will be instrumental in this years stand. I will be following this thread closely and am very very interested in your guys thoughts on improving jamboree for 2014 as it is truly a wicked event. PM me any ideas you guys have that we as trade guys can improve or other improvements that I can pass on to Ray.
Cheers guys

UTR12
Post #11

Def agree 100%
Things need to change and sooner rather then later befor this event is fully dead.

TurbostyleR
Post #12

Problem is the new laws have killed the modified import industry. I know that is the number 1 factor for me not going to these events and also in the process of selling my modified import. What's the point if I can't enjoy my car on the street and track?

Mcleod
Post #13

The 'scene' is still there but it's definitely not what it used to be... I would agree that it's got a lot to do with laws and legislation changes over the last five years.

It's going back a little bit to what was once frowned upon, which is making cars look pretty but not go fast, since that's what P platers have to deal with and no one likes defects.

Downshift has done well, aligning with them and their audience may help... in Queensland at least.

Mcleod
Post #14

QUOTE (wasas @ Oct 1 2013, 10:48 AM) *
the event needs tits.

There, I said it. Miss jambo needs to come back, and she needs to take her top off. sure its low brow but I'll be out there to watch... hell, fast cars and tits? sounds like a great day out! the family friendly idea while nice just isn't cutting it in the current


No doubt it drew the crowds....

https://www.google.com.au/search?q=boostcru...UTF-8&hl=en

Rossini
Post #15

I agree Downshift has done an exceptional job of late,as anyone that was a part of the HUGE Paul Walker charity cruise will also agree. Their support of Jamboree could help keep the event alive and more importantly fresh! I might get flamed here but the days of truckin dj's is over.....
Rossini
Post #16

Fearless just read your initial post again..

I personally think bring it back to the one day, that means ALL punters get their money's worth,invite the Downshift guys to head up the show n shine, also with the support of Downshift possibly a cruise after the event to Hamilton or wherever with qld police support of course (just an idea).. Like I said Truckn dj's need to go and some fresh entertainment organised.

The rc drifting through girls legs was just plain weird!

The dyno comp has to bring in some TUFF cars to make things interesting. Invite he major workshops of Brisbane to compete I'm talking about
Next up, JW racing, Spot on, Hi Torque.....etc they all have some big Hp cars.

But more importantly the date has to change! Having it the weekend AFTER Powercruise does Jamboree no justice at all,I can't remember how many customers I asked if they are heading out to Jambo only to have 'nah went to Powercruise can't afford both' . A date a little earlier is required with cooler temps helping out the guys on track also.. My 2 cents.
Rossini
Post #17

Have your say and fill out the online survey...

alpharx7
Post #18

Sport Compact Group Jamboree News Jan 27, 2014

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WE ASKED, YOU ANSWERED AND WE'VE LISTENED

Date: 26/01/14

Well, the results of the Jamboree Survey are in! We undertook the survey to accurately map where we stood on the automotive event landscape, and what shortcomings we could address to reassert the Jamboree moving forward.

The information gathered has confirmed many of our thoughts and should help us re-shape the Jamboree for the future. Based on your input, as well as feedback from our spectators, competitors, traders, sponsors and track management, we'll be making the following changes to the Jamboree events in 2014.

- The Brisbane Jamboree will move back to a 1-Day event and race into the night, like early events. The Sunday was be reserved as a rain day.
- The Sports Bike and Pro Sports Bike brackets will be retired from the Jamboree events.
- The Modified 10.5 class will become a 4, 6 and Rotary bracket only with turbo V8’s moving into the Extreme bracket.
- All Normally Aspirated and Nitrous only V8s will be retired from competing at the Jamboree events.
- We'll be simplifying the Street Compact class rules to encourage more people to get involved in Sport Compact Drag Racing.
- We’ll be putting in place an ET Cut Off for the All Motor class. ET TBC.
- Plus a couple of other new features we can't announce just yet.

Stay tuned for more details on the changes in the coming weeks.

Now everyone one that did the survey went into the draw for the Jamboree Tour Package that includes :

- Airfares for 2 people to the Sydney or Brisbane Jamboree from major airports on the East Coast of Australia
- Twin share accommodation. (Hotel TBC)
- 2 x VIP Corporate Box Tickets to the Sydney or Brisbane Jamboree

And the winner of the Jamboree Tour Package is Stewart Hanley from Lemon Tree Passage, just north of Newcastle NSW. Stewart has been to every Sydney Jamboree since it started and has always wanted to go to the Brisbane Jamboree. Well, in August he and a friend will be heading up to the Brisbane Jamboree to make that dream come true. Congrats Stewart and we’ll see you at the 2014 Brisbane Jamboree!

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that took part in the survey. We really appreciated your feedback and support.

Cheers!

Ray
Rossini
Post #19

All the guys at Sonic Performace (MTQ Engine Systems) fully support Ray and this years jamboree!
Personally I reckon it's great that they took on board the thoughts and feelings of the sports compact community and did something about it.
I have a feeling that this years one day event will be one of the best.

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