ALL MAZDA TRACK DAY - Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca: 2004/08/28
08-13-2004, 05:55 PM
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Originally Posted by thew
... .. so where are you staying ?
and look for my Winning blue 8 ...
thanks again .. btw
and look for my Winning blue 8 ...
thanks again .. btw
Funny thing is, I don't have a place to stay yet... I'll figure it out in the next day or so.. :o
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08-20-2004, 07:41 PM
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FYI, Anyone still on the waiting list in C group, there is hope. Bern got me in today. I need to buy a helmet, so I'll be shopping tomorrow. I'm a little apprehensive because I'm a newbie, but the C group looks like a great place to learn how to drive better.
Anyone have suggestions which stores to check in the Los Angeles area for helmets?
Anyone have suggestions which stores to check in the Los Angeles area for helmets?
08-20-2004, 07:50 PM
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Originally Posted by starbucks
FYI, Anyone still on the waiting list in C group, there is hope. Bern got me in today. I need to buy a helmet, so I'll be shopping tomorrow. I'm a little apprehensive because I'm a newbie, but the C group looks like a great place to learn how to drive better.
Anyone have suggestions which stores to check in the Los Angeles area for helmets?
Anyone have suggestions which stores to check in the Los Angeles area for helmets?
Thanks to both of you guys!
-Bern
08-20-2004, 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by blksf8
let me know when you've made your reservation. I haven't booked yet either.
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08-20-2004, 08:01 PM
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GO to http://www.thebellstore.com/Auto/racer.html they can get it to you in time and there web site tells you how to mesure your head
I got the SRPRO
good luck
and see ya there.
I got the SRPRO
good luck
and see ya there.
08-20-2004, 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by starbucks
FYI, Anyone still on the waiting list in C group, there is hope. Bern got me in today. I need to buy a helmet, so I'll be shopping tomorrow. I'm a little apprehensive because I'm a newbie, but the C group looks like a great place to learn how to drive better.
Anyone have suggestions which stores to check in the Los Angeles area for helmets?
Anyone have suggestions which stores to check in the Los Angeles area for helmets?
08-21-2004, 10:50 AM
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$130 is a good price.
HELP!
Regarding helmets -- I'm considering the open face Bell or Pyrotect, SA2000 rated helmet for next Saturday's All Track Day. They are less expensive than the full-faced helmets and also look more comfortable. The All Track Day may be the only time I ever race on a track, or if I do try something similar again, it will be with my stock 8. The full-faced hemets seem like overkill for my intended purpose -- although it occured to me that I could see myself in an insane ride-a-long.
If I ever get the bug and get into real racing, I would upgrade the helmet later. I plan to show up next week with jeans, rubber-soled shoes, but was considering buying some good racing gloves because the stock 8 steering wheel seems slippery at times. Sure I'll look like a newb, but I never try to be what I'm not.
Am I being penny-wise and pound foolish?
HELP!
Regarding helmets -- I'm considering the open face Bell or Pyrotect, SA2000 rated helmet for next Saturday's All Track Day. They are less expensive than the full-faced helmets and also look more comfortable. The All Track Day may be the only time I ever race on a track, or if I do try something similar again, it will be with my stock 8. The full-faced hemets seem like overkill for my intended purpose -- although it occured to me that I could see myself in an insane ride-a-long.
If I ever get the bug and get into real racing, I would upgrade the helmet later. I plan to show up next week with jeans, rubber-soled shoes, but was considering buying some good racing gloves because the stock 8 steering wheel seems slippery at times. Sure I'll look like a newb, but I never try to be what I'm not.
Am I being penny-wise and pound foolish?
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08-21-2004, 11:39 AM
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I think some events require full face helmets. It's good to get one if you ever want to go Karting too. Although, I know allot of the folks doing autocross like the open face. I ended up getting the Bell K-1 Sport closed face. It cost me $315. no tax or shipping.
08-21-2004, 12:21 PM
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For what it's worth, I autocross in an open face helmet, no gloves, Topsider-style shoes. Just wear what's comfortable.
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08-21-2004, 01:56 PM
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yes.. I got the SR pro because I also do some Karting .. but if not for that I would have gotten the Mag 4 Open face. The SR pro is a great cross between both you can were goggles if you need to for open cockpit driving .
as for the other stuff.. you only need a rated helmet. no gloves or special clothes, or shoes.
just wear Jeans and some good shoes you can drive in.
And your in a group of newbies.. I have done some Karting events and One day at Skip Barber driving school At the California Speedway driving Winston Stock Cars for 25 laps at 160+ mph. So don't think you alone. most of us are newbies
as for the other stuff.. you only need a rated helmet. no gloves or special clothes, or shoes.
just wear Jeans and some good shoes you can drive in.
And your in a group of newbies.. I have done some Karting events and One day at Skip Barber driving school At the California Speedway driving Winston Stock Cars for 25 laps at 160+ mph. So don't think you alone. most of us are newbies
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08-23-2004, 02:07 PM
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Originally Posted by bern
Sent an e-mail to all yesterday... did you get it?
-Bern
-Bern
08-23-2004, 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by blksf8
yup got it. I finally made reservations today at the same place. What time are you guys getting in on Friday? anyone up for hanging out Friday night?
All So-Cal folks are welcome to join us for the trek up.
btw, I paid $85. a night at the Motel-6. My friend hooked up a good deal at the Quality Inn across the street also, via the Quality Inn website.
-Bern
08-23-2004, 04:08 PM
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any nor-cal folks want to do a caravan as well? I am thinking of leaving at like noonish or early afternoon from San Mateo. It takes about 1 1/2 hours drive from my place
08-24-2004, 12:27 PM
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For everyone attending this event I highly recommend trying to memorize the track map. It details each turn, proper lines and even has recommend gears. Follow the appropriate link from http://www.pca-ggr.org/ttvenues.html to download the file.
You can also see in-car track video to get a feel for the track.
Bern, the PDF is 1.3 megs in size. It may be worthwhile to email to all confirmed attendees.
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You can also see in-car track video to get a feel for the track.
Bern, the PDF is 1.3 megs in size. It may be worthwhile to email to all confirmed attendees.
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