theweiser1 Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Join us on Saturday, July 21st for a full day of high performance driving within a controlled, noncompetitive environment. We’ll kick off at 9am with 20 minute sessions for each group (Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced) every hour. With 6 sessions from 9-4 and open track time from 4 – 5pm you will be sure to have plenty of time on track. Registration fee: $110 **Early Registration closes Friday, July 13th at 11:59pm EST (Late Registration fee: $130)** Registration Link. http://www.motorsportreg.com/index.cfm/event/event.advert/uidEvent/7B84D611-DD03-6D98-9F4A1F1FF00F8D87 Event will be capped at 60 drivers. I hope to see everyone there! Shawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 great to see another event of yours Shawn. I'm going to do my best to make this one if the car isn't down for upgrades. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theweiser1 Posted June 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 great to see another event of yours Shawn. I'm going to do my best to make this one if the car isn't down for upgrades. Thanks man! Hope you and the CR crew can make it out. We had a lot of the CR guys out back in October. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRD2BDF Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 This look so exciting. I may have to find something to sell to scrap together some money... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 I think I might try this one... Hopefully there are some spots left over after we get back from the Road Rally in June. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl1647545492 Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 great to see another event of yours Shawn. I'm going to do my best to make this one if the car isn't down for upgrades. Chris would be cool to see another FD out there,My favorite spot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Apex Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 Shawn, I need you down here in Arizona for this stuff. They have a group that does it but it's quite a bit more money and not as much track time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theweiser1 Posted June 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 Shawn, I need you down here in Arizona for this stuff. They have a group that does it but it's quite a bit more money and not as much track time. One thing to keep in mind with Nelson Ledges, we have had a great turn out for about 3 years now. Thats why i am able to keep the price low year after year. As long as drivers keep coming out, the price will stay low Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gergwheel1647545492 Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 im a complete newb at racing on road tracks.... how many passes would we get? is there instructors that can help with in car training? do i have to work a corner or anything when im not racing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theweiser1 Posted June 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 im a complete newb at racing on road tracks.... how many passes would we get? is there instructors that can help with in car training? do i have to work a corner or anything when im not racing? Passing is done only with point by in approved passing zones (front straight and back straight). There is no limit other than it has to be with a point by in the approved zones, and completed before the braking zone (marked by a cone). We provide an instructor for the beginner group. He will not ride in the car with you but will lead all of the classroom sessions, and lead the beginner group on track your first time out. Its a "Lead/follow" session at slow/medium speed progressing through out the session. Your not required to work corners etc the track provides those staff members to me as part of the track rental fee. You will get approximately 6, 20 minute sessions on track. Thats 2 hours, plus we call open track from 4-5pm for an additional hour if you want more Most people (including myself) are pretty worn out after 2 hours of performance driving If your completely new to these events this document is a great read. While I didn't author it I strongly suggest reading it. Our events pretty much mirror theirs and there is a lot of useful info. http://events.torquedracingsolutions.com/events/track-day-tips-advice-and-track-info/ Thanks, Shawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brrcats Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 im a complete newb at racing on road tracks.... how many passes would we get? is there instructors that can help with in car training? do i have to work a corner or anything when im not racing? also a newb, I'm more concerned about run off though. How much is there? Are there many places where theres possibilities to hit a wall? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theweiser1 Posted June 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 also a newb, I'm more concerned about run off though. How much is there? Are there many places where theres possibilities to hit a wall? There isn't a lot of run off. Nelson isn't all that forgiving. However if the ground is wet you will pretty much sink. Our last event we have 2 drivers go off track and sank in the mud before the tire wall. Every event we have at least one or two drivers go off track and usually cause damage to their vehicles. Most of the time its not beginners. Its those in intermediate or advance that are really pushing the limits. Also i can't stress enough flush your brake fluid with high temp fluid. I have used Motol 600 now at about 5 events and never had a problem with boiling the brake fluid (pedal gets spongey). http://www.amazon.com/Motul-RBF-Racing-Brake-Fluid/dp/B000AURZ08 You just have to be cautious. Your brakes even with high temp fluid are going to fade (if you don't have upgraded pads and maybe even brake ducts) however its manageable if your not going flat out for 20 minutes straight. Take a few laps at 3/4 pace as a cool off. Remember its not a "racing" day, its a "lapping" track day. Laps are not timed and the only winners at the end of the day are those that had a great time and no damage to vehicle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brrcats Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 There isn't a lot of run off. Nelson isn't all that forgiving. However if the ground is wet you will pretty much sink. Our last event we have 2 drivers go off track and sank in the mud before the tire wall. Every event we have at least one or two drivers go off track and usually cause damage to their vehicles. Most of the time its not beginners. Its those in intermediate or advance that are really pushing the limits. Also i can't stress enough flush your brake fluid with high temp fluid. I have used Motol 600 now at about 5 events and never had a problem with boiling the brake fluid (pedal gets spongey). http://www.amazon.com/Motul-RBF-Racing-Brake-Fluid/dp/B000AURZ08 You just have to be cautious. Your brakes even with high temp fluid are going to fade (if you don't have upgraded pads and maybe even brake ducts) however its manageable if your not going flat out for 20 minutes straight. Take a few laps at 3/4 pace as a cool off. Remember its not a "racing" day, its a "lapping" track day. Laps are not timed and the only winners at the end of the day are those that had a great time and no damage to vehicle. Thanks for the info. I'd definitely be in the beginners group, so i'd be a little cautious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudiOn19s Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 I wasn't able to make putnam, but my brother and I are talking about this Nelson Date. If I"m there I'll bring my communicator and can instruct in-car for anyone looking for some help. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gergwheel1647545492 Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 Thanks for the info. I'd definitely be in the beginners group, so i'd be a little cautious. so your 600HP car and me and my 200HP car will be in the same group.... sounds dangerous as all hell! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 so your 600HP car and me and my 200HP car will be in the same group.... sounds dangerous as all hell! Only if your 200hp car has 10 year old brake fluid, and is poorly maintained and runs into the back of his 600hp car, ensuring both of you have a bad day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brrcats Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 so your 600HP car and me and my 200HP car will be in the same group.... sounds dangerous as all hell! its ok, I'll tow you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizin01 Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 didn't make it to putnam but Ill def be at nelson. dragging along friends with E36M and C5Z06. always a blast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theweiser1 Posted June 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 didn't make it to putnam but Ill def be at nelson. dragging along friends with E36M and C5Z06. always a blast. Awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Apex Posted June 6, 2012 Report Share Posted June 6, 2012 so your 600HP car and me and my 200HP car will be in the same group.... sounds dangerous as all hell! Greg, get NEW track oriented front brake pads, make sure the rears are in very good shape, good rotors, switch to ATE Super Blue(IPS Stocks it) and your good to go. Shawn puts on a good event, you'll be fine if you follow the rules and don't push any more than you feel safe to. Nelson doesn't have a LOT of runoff room but you won't exactly be doing 127mph either and unless your being stupid you won't be going off track your first time out likely anyway. If your still not sure, go up there and ride along with some people to see what it's like, I can tell you it's a blast and safer than the drive itself to and from the track. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey Posted June 6, 2012 Report Share Posted June 6, 2012 Chris would be cool to see another FD out there,My favorite spot. You thinking about going Carl? I'm going to do my best to be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl1647545492 Posted June 7, 2012 Report Share Posted June 7, 2012 Would like to do a saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Das Borgen Posted June 7, 2012 Report Share Posted June 7, 2012 great to see another event of yours Shawn. I'm going to do my best to make this one if the car isn't down for upgrades. you best be there, fool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted June 7, 2012 Report Share Posted June 7, 2012 Bad timing.. Just found out the Esoteric Detailer Academy is that weekend... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AudiOn19s Posted June 7, 2012 Report Share Posted June 7, 2012 Bad timing.. Just found out the Esoteric Detailer Academy is that weekend... You already know what you need to know, come to track and get that thing dirty then you can teach your own academy the following week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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