Events

THUNDERHILL TRACK DAY - May 17th, 2010

This is a Golden Gate Chapter Club sponsored event at Thunderhill Raceway in Willows, CA. As you know from your participation in previous track days, it’s a fun way to develop your driving skills and share your stories and experiences with others. We only have 30 spaces open for this event so please register now to secure your place. If we do not get enough participation the track day will be canceled and you will receive a refund.

To register for our track day, complete the form below. Payment instructions are below also. TRACK DAY CONFIRMED. WE HAVE 14 SPOTS LEFT SO REGISTER TODAY!

There are no REFUNDS for track day events unless the event is canceled.

The cost is $300 per vehicle and $75 per additional driver. Please allow for PayPal fees when paying with PayPal. Lunch is included with all entries.

This event is for experienced drivers only. You must have prior track experience. Please email John Sharp at john.sharp@ggvcoa.org with any questions or concerns.

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PayPal or checks are accepted:

Paying with checks:

$300 per vehicle and one driver
$75 per additional driver

Make check payable to GGVCOA and include the event date and the name you registered under.

Mail to:
CJ's
2318 Clement Ave
Alameda, CA 94501

Paying with PayPal (includes PayPal fees) - PLEASE MAKE SURE THE NAME ON THE ACCOUNT MATCHES YOUR REGISTERED NAME ABOVE:

$310 per vehicle and one driver
$77.50 per additional driver

Here are a few things you need to know in order to enjoy the track day to its fullest and avoid any difficulties.

Defintions and Rules

Very experienced drivers in fast cars. You will run fast and will be expected to keep up with drivers that have prior track experience and driving high performance cars. If you have a fast car, but have little or no experience on track then you will not be able to drive in this track day.

CARS: Must have registration and tech stickers in the upper drivers side corner of the windshield. Must be equipped with at least a three point seat belt

DRIVERS: Must have a Thunderhill issued wrist band and a Snell 95 or later helmet.

PASSING: Instructions and rules are given on the day of the event conditions permitting.

SLOW CARS: Cars running slower lap times than the car following are required to allow the following car to pass in the passing zones. Failure to comply may result in a black flag.

FOLLOWING: Please leave some distance between your car and the car ahead.

PASSENGERS: Track Tour: As many passengers are permitted as the car has seats with seat belts.

Run Groups: A single passenger is permitted in the front seat only. Passengers must have at least a three point seat belt and a Snell 95 or later helmet.

NOTICE: Some of the cones are filled with concrete but we don’t remember which.

INFRACTION LEVELS:

Dropping two wheels and continuing under control.

Loss of control, either on or off track, where the driver essentially becomes a passenger.

Any incident that involves track personnel (e.g., reset cones, sweep track, the ambulance...).

Repeated infractions will result in loss of track time.

TRACK DAY SCHEDULE:

7:00 AM	TRACK GATES OPEN – Registration opens.
7:15 AM	Tech inspection begins. Avoid delays that will keep you off the track. Be there early and have your car in shape.
8:30 AM	Drivers meeting
9:00 AM	Orientation Rides
9:15 AM	ON TRACK TIME
12: 00	Lunch (provided)
1:00 PM	ON TRACK TIME
4:30 PM	Track Day Ends

THINGS TO BRING

Helmet – Snell 95 or newer. Thunderhill has some helmets available to rent, but having a helmet is required and it is your responsibility to have one. If you have an extra helmet or two and wouldn’t mind loaning it out, please bring it.

Basic Tools – Good idea in case of minor problems or minor modifications necessary to pass tech inspection.

BASIC RULES:

Your car will be required to pass a technical inspection.

You will be required to sign a legal wavier assuming full responsibility for yourself and your property.
Passengers will be allowed with drivers with previous experience.
Specific on track rules will be discussed at the drivers meeting

CLASSROOM SESSIONS (MANDATORY)

After each on track session, drivers will be required to gather for a “download” session in the classroom. You will have a chance to ask questions and get some feedback from observers, instructors and your fellow drivers.

INSTRUCTORS

Instructors will be available to ride along to help with improving skills and getting to know the track. This is STRONGLY recommended for first timers.

TECHNICAL AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Your car will be inspected before being allowed on the track. Please complete the Tech Inspection form and bring it with you.

CAR NUMBERS

You have been assigned a car number. It is your responsibility to put the number on your car in a manner that can be read by observers, corner workers etc. The number can be magnetic, tape, or even written on the window with white shoe polish.

AT THE TRACK:

No loose objects in car (including glove box, door pockets, consols, etc.) or trunk.
Remove floor mats, dash mats, paper, spare tire, jack, tools, etc.
A nomex suit is recommended but not required.
Your number must be affixed to your car in a manner that can easily be seen by corner workers, etc.

DIRECTIONS

Thunderhill is one hour north of Sacramento, seven miles west of Interstate 5 on Highway 162. Check their website at http://thunderhill.com or call them at (530) 934-5588