Next track day in Socal?

jmlenz · 05-26-2009, 01:48 PM

Well I just got my Z last week and I figure what better time to lose my track virginity

I did a search but did'nt find what I was looking for. When/where is the next organized track day in Socal? Ideally something geared toward first-timers and amateurs. Or at least can someone point me in the right direction to get more info? Thanks fellas

M.Bonanni · 05-26-2009, 01:55 PM

Check out...

RedlineTrackEvents

Speed Ventures - Track Events for Everyone!

http://socal.drivenasa.com

BerkTech · 05-26-2009, 03:42 PM

Redline puts on great events... In fact we will be competing this weekend at redline time attack

M.Bonanni · 05-26-2009, 04:27 PM

Although I wouldn't advise Redline Time Attack if its your first, or even second track day. The cars in the beginner group will likely be a lot faster than ones at a normal track day.

jmlenz · 05-26-2009, 05:55 PM

^ I agree. I looked at the website for the Redline Time attack and it looks a little intimidating for a beginner like myself. The Speed Ventures seems more my speed for the time being. They have an event coming up at Buttonwillow on June 6 &7 with a 1st time instruction/orientation. Looks geared towards beginner, 1st timers. Thanks for the info DD!

M.Bonanni · 05-26-2009, 05:59 PM

NP. SpeedVentures is awesome. If I go to a regular track event (non-time attack), 9/10 times its with SpeedVentures.

The HACK · 05-26-2009, 07:10 PM

For first timers I highly recommend BMW CCA (oops, did I mention BMW? My bad). In fact, there's a DE at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana (formerly California Speedway, the same venue that NASCAR uses except we also use the infield road course in addition to 1/3rd of the oval). This Saturday and Sunday (May 30/31). In car instruction all day, with class-room instruction that's invaluable sprinkled through-out the weekend.

There's also a Buttonwillow Raceway event on Friday too if you are crazy enough to do all three days.

High Performance Driving School

BMW Car Club Los Angeles - Club Haus

Feel free to stop by at Auto Club Speedway, I think they'll have 2 parade laps where ANYONE can take their car on the track for 20 minutes (except you MUST follow parade lap rules), or you can catch rides with instructors all day long.

OMGWTFBBQ · 05-28-2009, 05:16 PM

Speed Ventures

Streets of Willow. June 19th. I think I'll be there with a bunch of people from the Civic forums.

imag · 05-28-2009, 06:22 PM

I have to say, the BMW club puts on great events. The instructors are knowledgeable, the costs are low, and they are well run. The ones in NorCal get a fair amount of people without Beemers, just because they're some of the better trackdays in town...

Phimosis · 05-29-2009, 03:10 AM

What are the minimum requirements? Tow hook? Ps. What's the big fat
Screw/bolt in the tool kit next to my spare tire? It looks like a tow hook...

M.Bonanni · 05-29-2009, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phimosis

What are the minimum requirements? Tow hook? Ps. What's the big fat
Screw/bolt in the tool kit next to my spare tire? It looks like a tow hook...

That is your tow hook.

Each organization is different on requirements but having your tow hook in, long sleeve shirt, long pants, and a SNELL 2005 or later helmet are all pretty safe bets for stuff that will be required.

ChrisSlicks · 05-29-2009, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DDMotorsports

That is your tow hook.

Each organization is different on requirements but having your tow hook in, long sleeve shirt, long pants, and a SNELL 2005 or later helmet are all pretty safe bets for stuff that will be required.

That is the front tow hook right? Is there anywhere to connect it in back?

jmlenz · 05-29-2009, 01:24 PM

The may be a stupid question but the BMW track events welcome all cars right? ...not just BMWs

M.Bonanni · 05-29-2009, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

That is the front tow hook right? Is there anywhere to connect it in back?

Yes thats the front tow hook. There is a tow hook on the back underneath the car on the driver's side by the exhaust.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmlenz

The may be a stupid question but the BMW track events welcome all cars right? ...not just BMWs

Yep.

Musashi · 05-29-2009, 02:57 PM

The rear tow hook is where I zip tie my transponder. It's an excellent mounting point. Does anyone know what size the stock tow hook is? I want to get a nice red one.

05-26-2009, 01:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
jmlenz Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 645 Drives: a car Rep Power: 643	Next track day in Socal? Well I just got my Z last week and I figure what better time to lose my track virginity I did a search but did'nt find what I was looking for. When/where is the next organized track day in Socal? Ideally something geared toward first-timers and amateurs. Or at least can someone point me in the right direction to get more info? Thanks fellas

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M.Bonanni The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2,575 Drives: Fast Rep Power: 1321	Although I wouldn't advise Redline Time Attack if its your first, or even second track day. The cars in the beginner group will likely be a lot faster than ones at a normal track day. __________________ MikeBonanni.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MikeBonanni Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MBonanni36 Function > Form

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M.Bonanni The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 2,575 Drives: Fast Rep Power: 1321	NP. SpeedVentures is awesome. If I go to a regular track event (non-time attack), 9/10 times its with SpeedVentures. __________________ MikeBonanni.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MikeBonanni Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MBonanni36 Function > Form

05-26-2009, 05:55 PM	#5 (permalink)
jmlenz Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 645 Drives: a car Rep Power: 643	^ I agree. I looked at the website for the Redline Time attack and it looks a little intimidating for a beginner like myself. The Speed Ventures seems more my speed for the time being. They have an event coming up at Buttonwillow on June 6 &7 with a 1st time instruction/orientation. Looks geared towards beginner, 1st timers. Thanks for the info DD!

05-26-2009, 07:10 PM	#7 (permalink)
The HACK Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: California Posts: 40 Drives: '06 BMW MZ4 Coupe Rep Power: 16	For first timers I highly recommend BMW CCA (oops, did I mention BMW? My bad). In fact, there's a DE at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana (formerly California Speedway, the same venue that NASCAR uses except we also use the infield road course in addition to 1/3rd of the oval). This Saturday and Sunday (May 30/31). In car instruction all day, with class-room instruction that's invaluable sprinkled through-out the weekend. There's also a Buttonwillow Raceway event on Friday too if you are crazy enough to do all three days. High Performance Driving School BMW Car Club Los Angeles - Club Haus Feel free to stop by at Auto Club Speedway, I think they'll have 2 parade laps where ANYONE can take their car on the track for 20 minutes (except you MUST follow parade lap rules), or you can catch rides with instructors all day long.

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OMGWTFBBQ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: the OC Posts: 1,886 Drives: 08 SGM IS350 Rep Power: 4549	Speed Ventures Streets of Willow. June 19th. I think I'll be there with a bunch of people from the Civic forums. __________________ Zele Performance \| Varis \| Powerhouse Amuse \| Craftsquare \| Tommy Kaira \| Top Secret \| HKS \| Defi \| Volk Racing \| Cusco \| SPL \| Never ending build thread.. PM me if you have rare JDM parts for sale!

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imag Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 446 Drives: up the wall Rep Power: 16	I have to say, the BMW club puts on great events. The instructors are knowledgeable, the costs are low, and they are well run. The ones in NorCal get a fair amount of people without Beemers, just because they're some of the better trackdays in town...

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Phimosis Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Oildale, CA Posts: 412 Drives: 2013 911 4S Rep Power: 416	What are the minimum requirements? Tow hook? Ps. What's the big fat Screw/bolt in the tool kit next to my spare tire? It looks like a tow hook...

05-29-2009, 01:24 PM	#13 (permalink)
jmlenz Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 645 Drives: a car Rep Power: 643	The may be a stupid question but the BMW track events welcome all cars right? ...not just BMWs

05-29-2009, 02:57 PM	#15 (permalink)
Musashi Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 357 Drives: 09 370Z 6speed Rep Power: 606	The rear tow hook is where I zip tie my transponder. It's an excellent mounting point. Does anyone know what size the stock tow hook is? I want to get a nice red one. Last edited by Musashi; 05-29-2009 at 02:59 PM.

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