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    Cool Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    No, this is not a scam!

    This is an invitation for you to come cornerwork the MRA races! Stand within feet of the track and get a "front-row" view of Colorado's fastest people on 2-wheels! No experience is necessary, as training is given each morning to any newcomers. Hotel reimbursement is available for out-of-town races (details below).

    What exactly is cornerworking (& do I have to pick up bikes?)?
    Cornerworking, in a nutshell, is a combination of ensuring the track is safe for all riders, and assisting riders who have crashed or had mechanical failures. This is accomplished through 2 separate roles that you can fulfill:

    1. Flagger: a flagger stands ahead of the corner, and notifies bikes if there is anything in the upcoming corner they need to be careful for (i.e.: debris; bike/people; ambulance). A flagger's only job is to flag - they do not leave their post to pick up bikes or assist riders.
    2. Runner: a runner's primary responsibility is to assist downed riders & mechanical failures, and when possible, remove debris from the track.

    So, if you don't want to pick up bikes, you don't have to. If you do, and you're assigned to a corner with someone else who does, then you can coordinate trading duties with them. When staffing permits, there may also be a corner-captain, but often times the runner also fulfills this role.

    Water & Gatorade is provided to help you stay hydrated. A free hot lunch is provided thru the on-site concessions.

    Pay is as follows:

    • Starting pay is $50 per day, plus a $10 bonus for each additional day worked (so a 3-day weekend would pay $50+$60+$70)
    • After you work a total of 6 days (either: individually; as 3 weekends, or; a combination of the two), you get bumped up to Senior pay, I've just received clarification on this: To reward people who keep coming back year after year, anybody who worked more than half the races in the preceeding year is considered "Experienced" and will receive $75 per day (plus the $10 bonus for each additional day).

    Hotel Reimbursement:
    Since you are required to show up very early in the morning, hotel reimbursement is available for both Friday and Saturday night for out-of-town races (Pueblo; Hastings, PPIR; Hastings). You must work all of both days in order to qualify for reimbursement. Hotels are reimbursed up-to $45 per person, per night (if you share a room with another cornerworker, that can get you up-to a $90/night room - don't forget about taxes tho, so more realistically, closer to $80/night).

    What time does it start? How long is the day?
    Cornerworkers are asked to show up at 6:45 each morning. Saturday has the potential to run until 5PM, but may finish earlier. Sunday typically finishes around 4PM. The end of each day may be delayed by the number/severity of crashes.

    Yes, it's a long day, but it's good for you (you're outside & you're on your feet - that's better for you than sitting on the couch! ), it's good for the MRA racers (without cornerworkers, they can't race!!), it's a great group of people, and during lunch & at the end of the day, you can walk thru the pits and talk to racers.

    What to bring (and what NOT to bring)?

    • First of all, DO NOT wear anything Yellow or Red (that includes your hat or gloves)
    • White pants (blue jeans are acceptable) - NO SHORTS!
    • White T-shirt (or mostly white) - long- or short-sleeve is up to you. After you work a few events, you will receive an official Corner Marshal shirt
    • Comfortable shoes/boots - you'll be on your feet most of the day - NO SANDALS!
    • Belt (or similar) to clip a radio to.
    • Earplugs - in case you don't get a radio or don't get one of the big headsets
    • Gloves to protect your hands while handling bikes. Leather work gloves are ideal for this.
    • Hat & sunglasses to protect you from standing out in the sun all day.
    • Sunscreen (SPF 30 or greater)
    • Jacket and/or sweatshirt - it can be chilly in the mornings!
    • Rain gear (just in case) - jacket/pants style preferred, and can also be used to help stay warm - NO RED OR YELLOW RAIN SUITS!!
      The MRA races in the rain at most tracks, and the corners tend to get muddy, so you also want to bring appropriate boots, and a change of clothes for the ride home.
    • Food - even though lunch will be provided, you may want to bring your own snacks and/or a few dollars for the concession stand.
    • Backpack or bucket and/or cooler - to carry your gear, drinks/food to/from your corner. Buckets (with lids) and coolers can be used as a seat to rest your legs/lower-back in-between races.
    • Bring your friends along so they can cornerwork too!
    • And finally, DO NOT wear anything Yellow or Red!!!

    When/where are the races?
    The first race of the 2009 season was this past weekend. Here is the schedule for the remainder of it:

    • May 9th, 10th - Race #2 at High Plains Raceway
    • May 23rd, 24th, 25th Race #3 & #4 at Motorsports Park Hastings (Saturday, Sunday, & Monday)
    • June 6th, 7th - Race #5 at High Plains Raceway (this is a Special Event in conjunction with USGPRU 125GP by Pilot, 250GP by Moto Liberty/RS-Taichi, MD250h Powered by Honda)
    • June 27th, 28th - Race #6 at Pueblo Motorsports Park
    • July 11th, 12th - Race #7 at Pikes Peak International Raceway
    • July 25th, 26th - Race #8 at High Plains Raceway
    • Aug 8th, 9th - Race #9 at High Plains Raceway
    • Aug 29th, 30th - Race #10 at High Plains Raceway
    • Sept 19th, 20th Race #11 at Pikes Peak International Raceway

    I'm in - how do I sign up?
    You can sign up, even just a few days prior to any race weekend, using one of the following methods:

    • Online in the "MRA Corner Marshals" section of the MRA forums (registration required) - this is also a good place to coordinate carpools to out-of-town races.
    • By email to cornerworker@emaiko.com



    Feel free to post questions here, I'll do my best to answer them, or get the answer if I don't know it.
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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    High Plains Raceway (HPR) has 15 turns, and needs more cornerworkers than the MRA has ever needed before (Pueblo only has 10 turns)!

    The first race at HPR is less than 2 weeks away. There are plenty of racers from the CSC, so come out, support your friends, and get paid to for it!
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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    I can't wait to do it again. I did it a couple of times last year and it was a blast! I just rode down and camped all weekend. You meet tons of cool people and a couple bucks in your pocket.

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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Can't wait for a race while I'm actually home... I'm so there! =)
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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    I will see what I can do, the only problem is I work every Saturday, but I do have Sundays off.

    Do we get 1099ed if we get paid?
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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Quote Originally Posted by chad23 View Post
    I will see what I can do, the only problem is I work every Saturday, but I do have Sundays off.

    Do we get 1099ed if we get paid?
    You can work Sundays only. You just have to be there at the start (7:30ish).

    Cash is king my friend, that's how I got paid. I only worked a couple of times but got no paper work. I don't know what they do if you make over $600?

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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    I'm in for both days...

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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    I'm in for HighPlains.


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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Do you look good in white?

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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Lets hope!


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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Quote Originally Posted by ShinySideUp View Post
    Quote Originally Posted by chad23 View Post
    I will see what I can do, the only problem is I work every Saturday, but I do have Sundays off.
    You can work Sundays only. You just have to be there at the start (7:30ish).
    True, you can work Sunday only, but you need to show up at 6:45.

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    Quote Originally Posted by chad23 View Post
    Do we get 1099ed if we get paid?
    Cash is king my friend, that's how I got paid. I only worked a couple of times but got no paper work. I don't know what they do if you make over $600?
    Even though they pay you cash at the end of the day, you must fill out a W-9 in order to get paid. This means that if you earn $600 or more cornerworking for the MRA, you will get a 1099.
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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    In for HPR on Saturdays....if you need any more help, I have 4 kids, they are old enough to work now...ages 10, 4, 3 and 2....they are overdue for a job the way they eat.
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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Quote Originally Posted by GixxerCarrie View Post
    Lets hope!
    Lets hope it rains then
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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    I will do May 9th & 10th. Should be able to do some of the other days as well, will let you know.

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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Thanks for correcting me Bob

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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    do u have to have any experince?

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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Here's hoping that I get laid off so I don't have to work my two 12 hr overnight weekend shifts at IBM!!! As I'd much rather be at a race.
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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Quote Originally Posted by Hi11Zone View Post
    do u have to have any experince?
    No, but you have to know how to read.
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    No experience is necessary, as training is given each morning to any newcomers. ...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Craven_Morehead View Post
    Lets hope it rains then
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    Bob is it the 9th and 10th? If so can do both days.


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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Yep...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Craven_Morehead View Post
    In for HPR on Saturdays....if you need any more help, I have 4 kids, they are old enough to work now...ages 10, 4, 3 and 2....they are overdue for a job the way they eat.
    Unfortunately due to insurance rules you must be 16 before they will let you outside the pits.

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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Sign me up Bob! I don't have the kiddo that weekend so I'm free to help out.

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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    Quote Originally Posted by GixxerCarrie View Post
    Bob is it the 9th and 10th? If so can do both days.
    Hmmm, let me scroll up and check...
    Quote Originally Posted by Spiderman View Post
    • May 9th, 10th - Race #2 at High Plains Raceway
    Well would ya look at that! Yes Carrie, as a matter of fact, it is on the 9th & 10th!

    Thanks for answering her Randall, but I couldn't resist.
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    Re: Free Admission to the races! Track-side view! Free Lunch! And get paid?!?

    [quote=Snowman;442978]After finding her number on a bathroom wall I would imagine so…
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    I think you changed it...I think it only said the 10th at first
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