14 entries to date (for a drill
Why so few ??).
Have said will put a short list together then choose at random from there - reason? Because even fewer cavers will enter if they think 'Trip report X is so good, I'll never beat it so no point entering'. This way, report writers have to strive for the short list so hopefully the reports written are interesting/enjoyable/informative for forum users. Feedback on trip reports is always useful when compiling a shortlist btw.
900+ individuals looked at the forum on Monday and yet we have 14 entries. During the Dalesbridge oversuits competition many comments were made about the lack of funding for student cavers - well there's ?350 worth of drill available right here - maybe win it, sell it, buy some kit for freshers?? We are contacted by expeditions looking for contacts for potential sponsors or to buy kit at a discount - helping to fund the expeditions no doubt. Expedition leaders/organisers why not encourage entry int the Makita drill competition?? Maybe win it and use it, maybe win it and sell it - use funds for expedition kit??
I put a lot of time and effort into the competitions and am grateful to everyone who takes the time and trouble to enter - so from me to everyone who has ever entered a UKC competition -
thank you, Jane