2006 Track Days
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2006 Track Days
Well, the schedules are starting to come in already. Here is the Trackmasters schedule for 2006. I'll update it down the road as more dates firm up. At least for now you can make some plans!
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Thunderhill Infineon Laguna Seca Reno/Fernley Feb 17th or 24th Friday 2nd/3rd** Thurs/Fri Mar 10th, 31st Fridays 30th** Thursday Apr Possible Possible May 26th Friday Possible Jun 23rd Friday Jul Possible Aug 18th Friday Possible Sep 8th Friday Possible Possible Oct 27th Friday Possible Possible Nov 12th Sunday Possible Dec Possible
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Originally Posted by subrew
Egan: Have you run at Reno-Fernley? The pics of the track look neato. Just wondering how it compares speed-wise to Thunderhiill.
Chris H.
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I can tell you the old section before they added the extra technical stuff is uber fast. The front straight is long and the first two corners aren't really corners so you really carry a lot of speed.
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BTW folks - the preliminary schedule for Thunderhill 2006 is up: http://www.thunderhill.com/html/calendar.html
It looks like unlimitedlaps should have a few days through the year along with the Trackmasters events listed in the first post. There are plenty of other groups running so no one has an excuse not to get out at least a couple of times in 2006.
It looks like unlimitedlaps should have a few days through the year along with the Trackmasters events listed in the first post. There are plenty of other groups running so no one has an excuse not to get out at least a couple of times in 2006.
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As far as Reno Fernley goes, the new 3 mile configuration I ran last weekend, will be the primary setup for track days, IMO. Some footage can be seen here if you'd like to check it out.
The new section has a lot of elevation change, off camber turns, blind turns and speed. It is very technical. The part of the old configuration that are used remain VERY fast. Sti's top out 5th gear on the straight under normal circumstances. You probably won't see that in this footage as it was 33 degrees that day and I was taking it a bit easy.
Enjoy, I hope to see a few Norcal peeps in Reno this season...
The new section has a lot of elevation change, off camber turns, blind turns and speed. It is very technical. The part of the old configuration that are used remain VERY fast. Sti's top out 5th gear on the straight under normal circumstances. You probably won't see that in this footage as it was 33 degrees that day and I was taking it a bit easy.
Enjoy, I hope to see a few Norcal peeps in Reno this season...
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Update from Trackmasters:
Originally Posted by Trackmasters
1. Laguna Seca Feb 2/3 - The 2nd is open to all drivers and is about $80 to $100 cheaper than our competition. The 3rd is open to Advanced and Intermediate drivers only and is a dedicated TMR run group within another clubs event. Only those signed-up for the 2nd will be allowed to sign-up for the 3rd. The event on the 2nd is 2/3 full, and 3/4 full on the 3rd.
We are one of the last groups to run the track before they close it for more upgrades in May/June. After discussing the season with the track and reviewing their calendar, there may not be any opportunities for any private clubs to run the track until October/November of 2006. That said, you may want to sign-up before we sell out.
2. Infineon/Sears Feb 24th - This event is now open and is a 3 Run Group Format. Typically we run 4 run groups, but since this is an early season event we've decided to run 3 and give you the most track time for your buck! We may also run another Autocross in the back paddock as we did last month. This event is the Friday before the Golden Gate Region Porsche Club Time Trials weekend, so if you drive a P-car, you can get plenty of seat time on Friday to bring those times down over the weekend! The event opened for registration today, so check those calendars and sign-up quickly!
We are one of the last groups to run the track before they close it for more upgrades in May/June. After discussing the season with the track and reviewing their calendar, there may not be any opportunities for any private clubs to run the track until October/November of 2006. That said, you may want to sign-up before we sell out.
2. Infineon/Sears Feb 24th - This event is now open and is a 3 Run Group Format. Typically we run 4 run groups, but since this is an early season event we've decided to run 3 and give you the most track time for your buck! We may also run another Autocross in the back paddock as we did last month. This event is the Friday before the Golden Gate Region Porsche Club Time Trials weekend, so if you drive a P-car, you can get plenty of seat time on Friday to bring those times down over the weekend! The event opened for registration today, so check those calendars and sign-up quickly!
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is anyone here going to the january 8th NCDA event at thunderhill? It's mostly for drift but I guess they are going to open up parts for grip.
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Originally Posted by LagnWagn
As far as Reno Fernley goes, the new 3 mile configuration I ran last weekend, will be the primary setup for track days, IMO. Some footage can be seen here if you'd like to check it out.
The new section has a lot of elevation change, off camber turns, blind turns and speed. It is very technical. The part of the old configuration that are used remain VERY fast. Sti's top out 5th gear on the straight under normal circumstances. You probably won't see that in this footage as it was 33 degrees that day and I was taking it a bit easy.
Enjoy, I hope to see a few Norcal peeps in Reno this season...
The new section has a lot of elevation change, off camber turns, blind turns and speed. It is very technical. The part of the old configuration that are used remain VERY fast. Sti's top out 5th gear on the straight under normal circumstances. You probably won't see that in this footage as it was 33 degrees that day and I was taking it a bit easy.
Enjoy, I hope to see a few Norcal peeps in Reno this season...
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wow, im gonna love that track next year! my legs are gonna hate it though, a helluva work out switchin sides on the bike.
especially from someone your size!!!
couldn't miss that set-up....
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Originally Posted by omygata
is anyone here going to the january 8th NCDA event at thunderhill? It's mostly for drift but I guess they are going to open up parts for grip.
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its the truth. im a big dude.
Can I roll you down a big hill and see how fast and how far you can go??
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Currently scheduled Unlimitedlaps.com track days for 2006:
4/28/06 Thunderhill
9/15/06 Thunderhill
11/10/06 Thunderhill
I'll update as they add some more.
4/28/06 Thunderhill
9/15/06 Thunderhill
11/10/06 Thunderhill
I'll update as they add some more.
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I'd like to add to the Track days, the Reno SCCA Schedule for CLUB TRIALS Events. Club trials IS NOT Autocross. This series is derived from the past Solo 1 series, which is high speed time trial lapping on a raceway or temporary circuit. This will be the 3rd Season Reno SCCA has sanctioned this series, and with 7 event days in 2006, it will definately be a very competitive and exciting season.
Car classes are based on Solo 2 Autocross classes, which means most of the cars that can run at track days can compete in Club Trials. Last year, a few of the Reno Sti's were VERY competitive in classes with Corvettes and Porsches. Club Trials is a great option for track-goers, and adds a new element to track days.
SCHEDULE
April 30 Event 1 Reno-Fernley Raceway- Fernley, NV
June 10-11 Event 2 Derby Field (Airport-Temporary Circuit)-Lovelock, NV
July 22-23 Event 3 Reno- Fernley Raceway- Fernley, NV
Sept. 16-17 Event 4 Reno-Fernley Raceway- Fernley, NV
Costs are still to be determined, but you can usually plan on paying $100-$150 per Weekend! Great value. PM me for details if interested.
Car classes are based on Solo 2 Autocross classes, which means most of the cars that can run at track days can compete in Club Trials. Last year, a few of the Reno Sti's were VERY competitive in classes with Corvettes and Porsches. Club Trials is a great option for track-goers, and adds a new element to track days.
SCHEDULE
April 30 Event 1 Reno-Fernley Raceway- Fernley, NV
June 10-11 Event 2 Derby Field (Airport-Temporary Circuit)-Lovelock, NV
July 22-23 Event 3 Reno- Fernley Raceway- Fernley, NV
Sept. 16-17 Event 4 Reno-Fernley Raceway- Fernley, NV
Costs are still to be determined, but you can usually plan on paying $100-$150 per Weekend! Great value. PM me for details if interested.
Last edited by LagnWagn; Jan 29, 2006 at 04:29 PM. Reason: Schedule changes