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Event Handbook

[September 19th 2009] The Shootout Event Handbook is now available to teams. A copy may be downloaded here.

 

Registered Teams Update

[September 16th 2009] After a couple rearrangments, we have an update of the teams attending shootout:

    Registered Teams
  1. University of British Columbia *
  2. McGill Hybrid Racing Team *
  3. Rutgers Formula Racing *
  4. Université Laval *
  5. Western Formula SAE
  6. Waterloo Formula SAE
  7. Kansas University (Jayhawks) *
  8. University at Buffalo Motorsports
  9. Rochester Institute of Technology
  10. École Polytechnique de Montréal
  11. Ryerson Formula SAE
  12. Cornell Racing
  13. McGill Racing Team
  14. Kettering University Formula SAE
  15. Western Michigan University Formula SAE
  16. University of Windsor (Lancer Motorsports)
  17. École de Technologie Supérieure
  18. Missouri S&T
  19. University of Ontario Institue of Technology
  20. Queens University
  21. [ University of Toronto ]
  22. [ Goodyear-Akron House Car ]

The teams marked with a (*) have qualified for the long distance towing subsidy.

 

Red Bull VIP Area

[September 15th 2009] Driver's can look forward to some refreshments and relaxation after their laps at Shootout.
Red Bull will be hosting a VIP lounge area for all drivers and special guests, but they haven't forgotten the spectators; catch the Red Bull crew as they distribute product throughout the day. Thanks Red Bull!

 

New Sponsors

[August 25th 2009] It is our pleasure to announce that we have two new sponsors for 2009!

C&R Engineered Solutions Inc., has offered to support the UofT Shootout for the first time. C&R's sponsorship will contribute to the running cost of event day activities.

The Bridgestone Racing Academy, has also come aboard and will be hosting the Bridgestone Racing Academy Lunch on race day. Free lunch will be provided for all competitors and spectators. The Racing Academy will also give every Shootout participant a chance to experience racing from behind the wheel, as they are offering a $595 value raffle prize to attend their TLF1 racing course. Raffle tickets for this Thrill of a Lifetime prize will be available to all Shootout participants and the winner will be drawn during the award ceremony.

 

Increase in Accepted Entries is Likely

[July 15th 2009] As you can see, we have full registration for Shootout with a bunch of regular participants still applying. The UofT team is considering the option of extending guaranteed registration for up to 4 more teams after which any further entries will be put on the waiting list. (A total of 20 spots + UofT + Waiting List)
A final decision about this will be announced this week. Spots are still being prioritized by order of registrations received.

Please continue to refer to the below list/post, which will remain updated with registered teams.

 

Maximum of 20 Entries Reached

[July 18th 2009] It has been decided to accept a full 20 teams to participate at Shootout 2009.

As of today, we have full registration and any further entries will be put on the waiting list, along with second car entries.
We do encourage teams to register for the waiting list because it is not uncommon for one or two teams to withdraw in the week before Shootout due to technical issues.
Event logistics and driver information are coming soon!

 

Increase in Accepted Entries is Likely

[July 15th 2009] As you can see, we have full registration for Shootout with a bunch of regular participants still applying. The UofT team is considering the option of extending guaranteed registration for up to 4 more teams after which any further entries will be put on the waiting list. (A total of 20 spots + UofT + Waiting List)
A final decision about this will be announced this week. Spots are still being prioritized by order of registrations received.

Please continue to refer to the below list/post, which will remain updated with registered teams.

 

Registered Teams Update

[July 1st 2009 - July 24th 2009] So far, the teams we have registered are,

    Registered Teams
  1. University of British Columbia *
  2. McGill Hybrid Racing Team *
  3. Rutgers Formula Racing *
  4. Université Laval *
  5. Western Formula SAE
  6. Waterloo Formula SAE
  7. Kansas University (Jayhawks) *
  8. University at Buffalo Motorsports
  9. Rochester Institute of Technology
  10. École Polytechnique de Montréal
  11. Ryerson Formula SAE
  12. Cornell Racing
  13. McGill Racing Team
  14. Kettering University Formula SAE
  15. Western Michigan University Formula SAE
  16. University of Windsor (Lancer Motorsports)
  17. Michigan State University
  18. École de Technologie Supérieure
  19. Missouri S&T
  20. University of Ontario Institue of Technology


  21. Guaranteed Participants
  22. [ University of Toronto ]
  23. [ Goodyear-Akron House Car ]


  24. Waiting List
  25. Queens University
  26. University of Guelph
  27. University of Akron
  28. Cornell car2
  29. UOIT car2
  30.  --

The teams marked with a (*) have qualified for the long distance towing subsidy.

 

Registration Is Officially Open For Shootout 2009

[July 1st 2009] Shootout 2009 is a go! Registration is now open. 17 spots are available and will be filling up quickly.

How to Register

  • Download the Shootout2009 Registration Form.
  • Email the completed registration form to business(at)fsae.utoronto.ca.
  • The $200 registration fee will be paid on the day of Shootout at sign-in.

Registration Rules

  • Once the 17 team limit has been reached, additional teams that sign up will be appended to a waiting list.
  • Team registrations will be accepted in the order they are received.
  • Second car entries from a single team must send a separate registration form for each car and will be charged a $100 registration fee for the second car.
  • Regardless of application order, second car entries will be given a lower priority to teams entering a single car.
  • A maximum of 4 drivers from each team may compete on the day of Shootout. Two backup drivers may be listed in the registration form as a substitute in the case that one of the primary drivers cannot attend.

Event Details

Shootout will returning to Mosport International Raceway in Bowmanville, Ontario. The event comprises of a full day of autocrossing from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Entrants must be Formula SAE/ Formula Student racecars that have passed technical inspection at a sanctioned FSAE competition. All cars will be inspected before being admitted to the pitlane for safety according to the FSAE technical inspection form.

Where: Mosport International Kart Track
When: Saturday September 26th 2009 from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Schedule: 7:30am - On-site registration begins
  8:00am - Tech Inspection Begins
  9:00am - Track Opens
  11:00 - Lunch (concessions available, track remains live)
  5:00pm - Track Closes
  5:30pm - Award Ceremony
  6:30pm - Closing (All teams must be off-site)

Over $3000 worth of prestigious awards, gifts and cash prizes are waiting to be won in both the team categories and individual performance categories. The grand prize is a set of Goodyear tires.

The Kart Track at Mosport offers a technical challenge with tight and wide corners, slalom and most interestingly, elevation changes. This is a chance for your team to truly see how you car performs against the clock. All laps are one-by-one time trials, run as an autocross event.

More information about the event, FAQ, directions and award categories will be posted on this website in the coming weeks. Questions and concerns may be forwarded to business@fsae.utoronto.ca and with a subject line beginning with [shootoutQ].

 

2009 Shootout Registration

[June 15th 2009] Many teams have been asking about the 2009 Shootout registration. At the moment, we are setting registration opening to be July 1st. Registration has been postponed to this date because we are still searching for sponsors to support some event costs (rest assured prizes have been confirmed).
On July 1st, there will be a new post on this news page providing a link to the 2009 registration form. An announcement will also be posted as a new competition thread on the fsae forums.

 

2009 Shootout Prizes

[June 10th 2009] Prizes for Shootout 2009 have been confirmed! This week the grand prize set of Goodyear tires arrived, and we will once again have individual awards, team awards and out-of-privince team subsidies.
Thanks to Goodyear and to the SAE Central Ontario Section for their support!

 



 

Competition Awards

[January 20th 2009] SAE International has confirmed that they have received the couple outstanding the award information and will be applying the credit prizes this week.
Congratulations to the winners and thanks for your patience!.

 

Competition Results

[September 30th 2008] Another event has passed us by. Thanks to all the teams for attending.
The results, photos and the UofT Article are now posted on the 'Results 2008' page and 'Pics 2008' page.

 

Celebration

[September 1st 2008] So after a full day of racing, some of us might be tired, but the UofT team never backs down from an evening at the bar. This year we would like to invite all the Shootout teams to join us at a local pub near Mosport for drinks and dinner.
We'd like to celebrate with everyone so if your team is up for it, send an email to Luke Osmokrovic. RSVP's are important so that we can reserve enough space for all of us.
Cheers!

 

Registration Is Complete

[September 1st 2008] Registration is complete for Shootout 2008 with 16 visiting teams admitted this year.
The following teams are registered to compete. Teams marked with an asterisks * have qualified for a towing subsidy that will be supplied on site:

  1. University of Toronto
  2. University of Buffalo
  3. Cornell Racing *
  4. Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal *
  5. Ecole de Technologie Superiere *
  6. University of Guelph (Gryphon Racing)
  7. University Laval *
  8. Lawrence Technological University
  9. McMaster University
  10. Michigan State Racing
  11. University of Ontario Institute of Technology
  12. Queens University
  13. Saginaw Valley State University
  14. Rochester Institute of Technology
  15. Ryerson University
  16. University of Waterloo
  17. University of Western Ontario
  18. University of Windsor

On the morning of Shootout, teams should line up with their trucks and passenger vehicles along the service road by the Mosport Kart Track entrance, where you will be asked to fill out insurance waivers before you enter. Gates will open for the line at 7:30am.Teams may then proceed to their paddock areas as directed and line up for tech inspection.
Note: Teams are not expected to bring transponders.

20 DAYS TO GO!!

 

Registration Is Officially Open For Shootout 2008

[June 20th 2008] Registration is now open The UofT Shootout 2008. 17 spots are available and will be filling up quickly. Shootout is returning to Mosport International Raceway's Kart Track in Bowmanville, Ontario. It will be a full day event running on Saturday September 20th from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Over $2000 worth of prestigious awards, gifts and cash prizes are waiting to be won in both the team categories and individual performance categories. The grand prize is a set of Goodyear tires (model to be selected by the winning team).

Shootout is a different type of FSAE competition. It's a chance to face off with your rival drivers. No presentations, no reports - just racing. The Kart Track at Mosport offers a technical challenge with tight and wide corners, slalom and most interestingly, elevation changes. This is a chance for your team to truly see how you car performs against the clock. All laps are one-by-one time trials, run as an autocross event.

Your team can be entered into the competition by submitting a filled out copy of the Registration Form to business@fsae.utoronto.ca. Team captains should note that,

  • Teams will be added to the list of participants in the order that registration forms are recieved.
  • The first 4 teams to register from outside the province of Ontario will qualify for a $200 CAD towing fee bursary to ease to cost of transportation.
  • Once the 17 team limit has been reached, additional teams that sign up will be appended to a waiting list.
  • Teams a vehicle that has passed technical inspection at a sanctioned FSAE event will get priority over those who have not.
  • A $100 registration fee must be paid on the morning of Shootout.
  • A maximum of 4 drivers from each team may compete on the day of Shootout. Two backup drivers may be listed in the registration form as a substitute in the case that one of the primary drivers cannot attend.

More information about the event, FAQ, directions and award categories will be posted on this website in the coming weeks. Questions and concerns may be forwarded to business@fsae.utoronto.ca and with a subject line beginning with [shootoutQ].

 



 

2007 Shootout Award Winners Must Send in Their SAE Numbers

There are still some drivers and teams who have not submitted their SAE numbers to recieve a monetary award. Email your numbers to luke.osmokrovic@utoronto.ca. A listing of the results and awards can be found on the 'Results 2007' page.

 

The UofT Formula SAE Team Thanks the 2007 Participants for Another Great Event

Please see the results page for a recap of the 6th Annual University of Toronto Shootout.

Registration information for next years 2008 Shootout will be posted on this site in the coming spring. Stay tuned!

 

6th Annual University of Toronto Shootout presented by Lincoln Electric

The 2007 Shootout event will be held by the Go-Kart Track at Mosport International Speedway on Saturday September 15th.
Teams arriving will be required to sign in all team members and spectators at the front entrance.
Grounds open at 7:30am.
Track opens at 9:00am and closes at 5:00pm.
Team registration has been closed: A maximum capacity of 17 teams has been reached!

Registered Teams:
University of Western Ontario
Cornell University*
Queen's University
University of Waterloo
University of Guelph
McGill University*
Carleton University
Universite Laval*
Michigan State University*
Saginaw Valley State University*
University of Ontario Insitute of Technology (UOIT)
University of Toronto
École Polytechnique de Montréal*
McMaster University
University of Michigan- Dearborn
University of Windsor

Tentative
University of Buffalo*

* indicates towing subsidy eligiblity