United Barrel Racing Association Survey
Thank you to everyone who took part in the survey!
There will be a meeting mid-season 2008 where 2009 changes will be made.
Email Jessica@ubra.org if you are interested in attending so that we may find a central location.
Contact Jessica@ubra.org 715.857.6343 if you will not be attending the meeting but would like your voice heard.
1. Should there be a limit for number of points accumulated at a facility?
Response Percent
Yes.
36.0%
Yes, 20 runs per facility
13.3%
No.
50.7%
There have been some concerns with members only having to go to certain shows to recieve year end awards. The UBRA is not a trailer race association, points are limited to the top 40 runs. If you attend a winter series - you will make 32 runs (8 shows x 4 runs). If you only run at the UBRA Tour - 24 runs. There are currently 10 series producers and at least a hundred misc. UBRA sanctioned events throughout the year. Here is a perfect example for 2007: Shelby Janssen was the 2007 Champion and did not hit the 40 run limit, only went to 1 of the Oasis shows and did not recieve points in at least one class at each of UBRA Tour shows.

We are looking for more UBRA Series Producers from all over the states so that it is easier for more people to earn points. Contact Jessica@ubra.org with any arenas where UBRA series could be held.
2. When should the UBRA point season run?
Response Percent
Same. All year from October 1st-Sept 30th
37.3%
Change. End season Sept 30th and start Jan 1st
22.7%
Change. Season/Membership runs Jan 1st-Dec 31st
28.0%
Other (please specify)
13.3%
3. Should you have to qualify for the UBRA World Finale?
Response Percent
Yes
42.7%
No
58.7%
The only problem with this is that people who have not competed all year are able to compete with those who have for the World Finale awards. Will discuss more at meeting...
4. If you need to qualify to participate at the UBRA World Finale, what would the qualifications be based on?
Response Percent
Top #? many riders
32.1%
Competed in #? UBRA events
50.0%
Previous year champions automatically qualify
23.2%
Other/Suggestions. Explain here
26.8%
5. When should the UBRA World Finale take place?
Response Percent
Same. 2nd weekend in October
72.4%
Change. 1st Weekend in November
18.4%
Change. 1st Weekend in May
6.6%
Other (please specify)
9.2%
6. Where should the UBRA World Finale be located?
Response Percent
Same. Rhino Arena. Hinckley, MN
55.3%
Change. I 90 Expo Center. Sherburn, MN
13.2%
Change. Red Horse Ranch Arena. Fergus Falls, MN
36.8%
Other (please specify)
18.4%
7. What do like the most about the United Barrel Racing Association?
Response Percent
Shopping Spree Awards Program
17.1%
UBRA Tour Clean Slate Awards
21.1%
No point slips or member requirements
71.1%
Other (please specify)
18.4%
 For 2009, we are thinking about using "promised" awards for the Year End standings. So you would be awarded awards instead of SS$. Right now, we only have 2 weeks for people to choose their awards and have them ready by the World Finale. Comments/Suggestions appreciated. Jessica@ubra.org
8. What do you like least about the United Barrel Racing Association?
Response Percent
Too many certifed shows at 1 location
39.4%
No specific awards for year end winners
22.7%
Awards
10.6%
Added Money
12.1%
Other (please specify)
42.4%
9. Are you interested in earning shopping spree dollars for recruiting members, certifiers and/or sponsors?
Response Percent
Yes. Please send me info
26.4%
No Thanks.
72.2%
Yes, I am most interested in...
2.8%
Contact Jessica@ubra.org 715.857.6343 for sponsorship packets, membership forms and producer info.
10. On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate the UBRA?
  The UBRA
should shut down
A lot of changes
need to be made
So, so. Good, but room
for improvement
Completely satisfied Rating
Average
Select one 0.0% (0) 4.0% (3) 6.7% (5) 76.0% (57) 13.3% (10) 3.99

We look forward to a bigger and better 2008!