Got Guts at Thunderhill II is now officially on the track docket. It will be held on Monday, April 23, 2007, at Thunderhill Park in Willows, California. Last June more than 70 drivers made the original track event a success. Through your registration, contributions and raffle ticket purchases, we raised more than $10,000 for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (www.ccfa.org). Next year I hope to at least match that total.

The driver fee for GGATII is only up slightly, to $225. In 2007 we will again have 3 run groups, one (1) advanced group (30 drivers) and two (2) intermediate groups (25 drivers each), so you can still expect more than two hours of track time. And of course lunch and refreshments will be provided. The minimum experience requirement will be two (2) prior track days … instructors will not be provided. And of course, the raffle next year will be even bigger than last June’s event.

The website at www.gotgutsatthunderhill.com has been updated, and we are now accepting registrations. I know, its early, but last summer I had to turn away more than two dozen drivers. So if you want to ensure a spot, please don’t wait until the last minute. Contact me at freescopesdad@comcast.net if you need more information. See you at the track.

Ron Petrich

 

This is a great, well organized event put on by Ron and his crew. I participated in the 2006 event and had a blast. Although I didn't win anything, the raffle at lunch had some great items too. I probably can't participate this year due to it falling on my b-day, but I highly recommend especially to those contemplating their first track day.

 

I agree, the 2006 event was a blast! Pillowball, which car were you?

<--- I was this one.

 

Hey andyf, I was in the wrb bugeye on gunmetal P1s running in the C Group. I may have actually approached you in the morning as I was looking for my instructor...who turned out to be debbid (David) on the boards. Although it's organized by a Miata club, there was a good Subie turnout that day. I would expect the same in 2007.

 

i'm gonna try to make out to this event. Hope to see you guys there.

PS: i was driving a white 04 wagon in the A group at the last one and i won a bunch of stuff, gift certificates for Casa Ramos (yummy) and parts website, i cant remember it off the top of my head

 

Driver list is updated to 01/30/07 at www.gotgutsatthunderhill.com/driverlist.html. Pillowball, running on your birthday is not an excuse not to run, its a reason TO run. I mean, half the other raffle winners will probably GIVE you their prizes lol. And of course we'll all sing happy birthday to you and force you to listen. Debbid, looking forward to your repeat. The rest of you guys, I'm watching my mailbox.

Ron
~ Go Bears ~

 

why dont they have track 1/2 days. I dont want to drive for 2 hours, how about 30 minutes for
$55?!

 

Ouch. Ron, are you calling me out? Anyway, I've been thinking about it and will probably sign up in sometime in February. It's a good excuse to take some time off from work and celebrate in style (i.e. driving fast). Besides, I've been monitoring the growing list of raffle prizes and i have my eye on the wheel/tire package donated by Tire Rack. Just picked up a 91 Miata that will eventually be the dedicated track car, and that would make a pretty good first mod. Think the winner of that prize will give it to the birthday boy? ...yeah, me neither. Look for my payment coming soon...

 

damn, wish I could make this.

Does 15+ Auto-x days count?

 

Sent you a pm, Matt.

 

WOOT! I'll be sending my sign up sheet this week. And, I won't be driving my WRX. Instead, I'll be driving the '96 Miata i picked up yesterday

 

Hey gang, just an FYI... our advanced group is now 44% full and intermediate group B1 is now closed... our second intermediate group B2 is now being assigned drivers. Thanks for your support, see you in April.

Ron ~ www.gotgutsatthunderhill.com

 

30 days to go... and we have an even 50 drivers signed up so far. There are 10 advanced slots left and 20 intermediate spaces. We are ahead of last year's pace and we sold out that event, so don't wait too long if you plan to be with us on April 23rd. We only have one Subi so far... Andrew says he wants some company. Go to www.gotgutsatthunderhill.com/registration.html to sign up.

Ron

 

haha.... very nice.


i can't wait to do a track day.