Information for new members
There’s a lot of talk about all manner of strange things … ‘OODs’, ‘race briefings‘, ‘dial-ups’, ‘pulley whips’ and the list goes on…
Here are explanations to some of these baffling matters.
The notes are intended as a general guide to the Club and some of its activities. Click on the title above to read the full details. Whilst all effort is made to keep the information relevant and accurate, details are likely to change with time. If you have any concerns or are unsure about some aspect of the Club or its activities, please ask a Committee member. If they cannot help you, they will direct you to someone that can.
If you think there is any other information that should be included on this page for new members or those considering joining the Club, please let the secretary know.
The following topics are included in the notes for new members.
What amenities are there at Wigram and where do I find them?
A picture is worth a thousand words …
What on earth is an ‘O-O-D’?
An ‘OOD’ is the Officer of the Day, and the Club has about eight appointed OOD’s that are rostered on, on a rotational basis.
Can I take my blokart to Wigram whenever I want and sail around?
No. Our access to Wigram is generally restricted to Sundays, but occasionally …
Wigram looks like an interesting place. Can I wander around and see what there is?
No. Club access to Wigram is an absolute privilege, not a right. Members must respect the AFMNZ property and …
“Briefing in five minutes” echoes across the apron …
But I’m far too engaged assembling my ‘kart and having lunch to attend a briefing! Fortunately, you can never be too busy …
I’m running late for the day and racing has started. Can I just join in?
So, you have missed the briefing from the OOD … yes, you can join in the racing but only after …
It’s 12.00, I’m set-up and champing at the bit to sail. Can I?
Maybe, maybe not. Are the ‘flyboys’ (Wigram Model Aero Club) still there … ‘yes’, they are … then no, you can’t sail. But you can sail before 12.30 if the fly-boys aren’t there and the OOD is …
Should I really believe the weather forecast and the weather update from the OOD?
You should presume that sailing is on unless you hear that it isn’t. Normally, the OOD will send a WhatsApp message about 11.30 …
Pulley-whips … crikey, really!
No, I know what you are thinking … but we really aren’t into that … A pulley-whip is that sticky-outie thingy protruding from …
Transponders
A transponder is also a small electronic device that most Club members have in their ‘karts. They record your race placing …
An almost WEEKLY Club newsletter … now that’s impressive!
Nothing short of brilliant, we think. The Club produces an email newsletter most weeks. This is sent usually by Wednesday.
What do I get for my membership subscription?
So much more than you can shake a stick at! For starters, you get the opportunity for …
I want to invite all Club members to my 40th Birthday party
An unquestionably thoughtful gesture, thank you … but wait, there’s more … Unless informed otherwise, new members will …
The less interesting stuff …
… but fundamental to the smooth running of the Club. The Club is administered under the Incorporated Societies Act 2022.
I have heard the Club sells some blokart® parts real cheap?
Who told you that, eh? The Club sells a few blokart® ‘consumables’ … namely, tyres, tubes and wheel bearings …
I have sailed at the beach and want to do it again with Club members
Excellent to hear that you enjoy the beach. From time to time a Club member may decide to have a blast …
Club blokarts and other Club equipment
The Club owns a number of blokarts and a range of sails. These are stored, along with other Club possessions in …
But I just wanna cruise around and do my own thing on Sundays!
That’s understandable … and there are days that you can do that. In fact, on any Sunday you can do that from 12.30 …