natedogg624 Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 HAHA funny stuff.. I saw Dubguy at first and not redkow so I went back through the thread and was like well crap.. I'm pumped and can't wait either, but I don't remember writing that on here! both have orange bike avatars and i was on my phone. i realized it today at work loli always feel like an idiot and try to do a ninja edit but someone always catches meor i'll just say I knew you were thinking that and already agree with you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapesmuggler27 Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 both have orange bike avatars and i was on my phone. i realized it today at work loli always feel like an idiot and try to do a ninja edit but someone always catches meor i'll just say I knew you were thinking that and already agree with you...at least you used the right screen name Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ama146 Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 how much of a discount do you get on the trackday if you race the next day? 20%? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapesmuggler27 Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 how much of a discount do you get on the trackday if you race the next day? 20%?Depends on the track but nelson you get 50% off trackday when you sign up to race Sunday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_Copeland Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 Do you guys think that since I only have one Trackday,that I should take the instructional again or go intermediate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykill Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 Do you guys think that since I only have one Trackday,that I should take the instructional again or go intermediate?I think another day of Instructional wouldnt hurt since its been a long time since the last day and your on a new bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APCh8r Posted February 3, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 how much of a discount do you get on the trackday if you race the next day? 20%?Nelson is reduced from $150 to $75. Beaver Run is reduced to $135. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 I think another day of Instructional wouldnt hurt since its been a long time since the last day and your on a new bike.Not doubting your skill set, but I ran 3 N days, took a year off and ran another N day. 4 before even considering moving up. Like I stated in a few other threads, you really need to hammer down what they teach you in N before moving to I. I know it feels like the pace is too slow, but it isn't the pace you are learning, there is much more.Mykill did more than 1 N day too I believe(could be wrong), actually I think everyone did. If they didn't then they must be gifted.And if you got a new bike, definitely do another N day, you will regret it if not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJC1000rr Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 (edited) I think I did two days in Novice before moving up. Mid-pack my first day, then front pack the next. And even then, made sure my coach was ok with the bump up.. When in doubt, ask for a coach to go around with you to view your skills and give you an honest opinion. If they don't let suggest you go up, please don't take it as a personal attack. They are only looking after your personal safety and some of that for your machine. Ask what your biggest problem area's are and get someone to focus on that with you so you can progress and be happy.There is a HUGE difference in skill sets in Intermediate, those that are new to it from Novice and other that are sandbagging from going into advanced. Many times, that's why its nicknamed the "Meatgrinder" or "Interidiot" group...as most of the crashes usually occur there. Edited February 3, 2012 by SJC1000rr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_Copeland Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 Good advise !Prolly won't hurt to shake down Ms.Piggy before I hammer down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyler524 Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 I ran 3 N days before bumping up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1crusher Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 Grape did one and went right to racing. I say your fine and don't need any more novice days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_Copeland Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 Grape did one and went right to racing. I say your fine and don't need any more novice days.You just want to win a dollar ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapesmuggler27 Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 Grape did one and went right to racing. I say your fine and don't need any more novice days. Only way to get faster is to ride with faster riders Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 Only way to get faster is to ride with faster riders I think there are some holes in your logic here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1crusher Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 There's some holes in his track plastics also. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_Copeland Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 There's some holes in his track plastics also.Trying to avoid this for the most part! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 I actually thinks it's safer to race against faster people than bump up to a higher trackday group too soon.In racing, everyone starts at the same time. The faster guys will be long gone after a lap, and may have to pass you once more when they lap you.In a trackday environment, people are coming and going as they please, and there won't be one line of fast riders coming by you as they lap you; it will more likely be a constant flow of riders. IMHO, that's less safe. By definition, riders lapping you know you're considerably slower than they are. At a trackday, that's a bit harder to observe and plan for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJC1000rr Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 Registered through Round 5 now. Will wait a bit before going further into the season prolly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 I gotta get on this, need to sit down and look at my calendar etc. and see what I wanna do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapesmuggler27 Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 I gotta get on this, need to sit down and look at my calendar etc. and see what I wanna do.Ditto...I'm just waiting on my IRS sponsorship money (read: tax refund) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imprez55 Posted February 7, 2012 Report Share Posted February 7, 2012 I'm heading to Nelson's on 4-28 and 6-9. Who else is attending those days? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapesmuggler27 Posted February 8, 2012 Report Share Posted February 8, 2012 I will more then likely be there both days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted February 8, 2012 Report Share Posted February 8, 2012 I will be there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted February 8, 2012 Report Share Posted February 8, 2012 Im out 6-9, dirt track race weekend, planning the 2 prior events though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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