zeitgeist57 Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 If there was a building big enough...why not have a very small indoor racetrack for real cars? I mean, would people pay for an old warehouse that's 65 degrees in the dead of winter so they could race a Spec Miata series all through the off-season? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M0nk3y Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 Here's what I got from my friend: Aaron was telling me about it last year. From that conversation, it's going to be like Full Throttle in terms of permanent track layout, competitive format, and karts. He said he was aiming for a course with similar speeds but lap times near 1min instead of 30sec. I'm willing to bet that pricing will be similar to Full Throttle as well. Awesome. I'll make the drive down for an endurance type event yes he's also the local NASA (Great Lakes/Midwest region) Chief Instructor and he's raced karts for years...as well as road raced Miatas and other stuff Very nice guy as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledhead36 Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 And when will this be open? Not until next summer, there is going to be a lot of new things on the site. Nascar too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1647545532 Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 If there was a building big enough...why not have a very small indoor racetrack for real cars? I mean, would people pay for an old warehouse that's 65 degrees in the dead of winter so they could race a Spec Miata series all through the off-season? The building would have to be huge. Most indoor courses are sufficiently tight that the car wouldn't really be any faster than a kart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmwohio Posted September 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 If there was a building big enough...why not have a very small indoor racetrack for real cars? I mean, would people pay for an old warehouse that's 65 degrees in the dead of winter so they could race a Spec Miata series all through the off-season? One of the biggest reasons is exhaust fumes. When we have done enduro races down at Full Throttle in Cincy, they can only have 8 karts on track at the same time because of the CO2 levels that those little karts produce. They would always tells us at the drivers meeting that if the CO2 levels got too high, they would have to stop the race....and they have HUGE exhaust fans in there too that are not cheap. I'm guessing this would make it very hard for 'real' cars to drive indoors without it being the size of Nationwide Arena (V8's, catless, running rich, etc, etc) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gergwheel1647545492 Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 One of the biggest reasons is exhaust fumes. When we have done enduro races down at Full Throttle in Cincy, they can only have 8 karts on track at the same time because of the CO2 levels that those little karts produce. They would always tells us at the drivers meeting that if the CO2 levels got too high, they would have to stop the race....and they have HUGE exhaust fans in there too that are not cheap. I'm guessing this would make it very hard for 'real' cars to drive indoors without it being the size of Nationwide Arena (V8's, catless, running rich, etc, etc) I could be McSteakin but wouldn't a car produce less emissions since it has a full exhaust system and all that crap? Karts probably just have a simple muffler Either way this place looks like a blast and I hope its worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M0nk3y Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 I could be McSteakin but wouldn't a car produce less emissions since it has a full exhaust system and all that crap? Karts probably just have a simple muffler Either way this place looks like a blast and I hope its worth it. The carts in Cinci actually have Cats but still have an issue with the carbon monoxide. They were taking with going with a more efficient cat that is more high-flow, but it would cost too much money Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draco-REX Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 Sounds really cool. CR winter track days? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImUrOBGYN Posted September 21, 2013 Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 Hurry, hurry, hurry, hurry, hurry, hurry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reldusj Posted September 21, 2013 Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 It's about time someone opened a place up in Columbus! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vitamincj Posted September 24, 2013 Report Share Posted September 24, 2013 I'm in! http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130603225716/leagueoflegends/images/6/66/Iffem_shut-up-and-take-my-money.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Versluis Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 this would be sick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Just got my shirt today. Can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 Just got my shirt today. Can't wait. We got our shirts today- wish there wasn't a giant QR code on the back- I know it won't be worn outside my house with it on there Spring can't come quick enough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmwohio Posted October 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 Just got my shirt today. Can't wait. We got our shirts today- wish there wasn't a giant QR code on the back- I know it won't be worn outside my house with it on there Spring can't come quick enough :thumbup: :fuckyeah: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoe Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 Got mine in last week. Shirts are nice and fit good. They aren't that think drapping type t shirt. Fall 2013 is the last up date. The Spring 2013 has come and gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ansonivan Posted October 21, 2013 Report Share Posted October 21, 2013 Any word on when they'll be open? Web site is less than helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted October 26, 2013 Report Share Posted October 26, 2013 Kale, we'd love some sort of update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LS_Sonoma Posted October 26, 2013 Report Share Posted October 26, 2013 If CR organizes a track day, I'll be there. I have the confidence of youth on my side. Pepper your angus Gentlemen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted November 11, 2013 Report Share Posted November 11, 2013 This is promising, look whos started hiring! http://columbus.craigslist.org/csr/4183589218.html Grand Prix Karting Columbus will be opening in November, and we are currently seeking qualified applicants to join our team. We are searching for hard working and motivated individuals who have the ability to strive in a fast-paced environment. Come join our exciting team at the largest indoor karting facility in Ohio! Available Part-time Positions: - Accounting/Payroll Clerk - Sales Associate - Sales Supervisor - Event Coordinator - Track Marshal - Flag Marshal - Patron Safety Coordinator APPLICATION: Please fill out an application online and upload your resume. Our human resources representative will contact you with more information on the position you applied for and to schedule an interview. Please email questions to employment@gpindoor.com, or visit us on the web at http://www.gpindoor.com/employment . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1647545532 Posted December 2, 2013 Report Share Posted December 2, 2013 Fall 2013 is almost over.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted December 2, 2013 Report Share Posted December 2, 2013 Fall 2013 is almost over.... looks like they are about ready to open: https://www.facebook.com/pages/GPindoor/447327122044321 I guess they were suppose to this past weekend? http://i.imgur.com/1kNdC2O.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1647545532 Posted December 2, 2013 Report Share Posted December 2, 2013 Facebook! Of course! "Grand opening after the second week of December" Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ansonivan Posted December 2, 2013 Report Share Posted December 2, 2013 Sweet. Just signed up for the pre-opening deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verse Posted December 2, 2013 Report Share Posted December 2, 2013 A guy at my work is apparently friends with the owner and has been helping him out. Inspection was supposed to be today. Said they are on target for mid December. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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