Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on October 09, 2009, 11:09:41 AM
Post by: Casey on October 09, 2009, 11:09:41 AM
Ok, for you fellow trackday junkies out there in need of a fix before the end of the year, how about Brands Hatch (Indy Circuit) on Friday 4 December? For those of you who\'ve never done a trackday before, this is an excellent circuit; challenging, but short enough to learn quickly, with good circuit facilities.
Details are to be found by clicking HERE (http://www.mazdaontrack.co.uk/brands-hatch---december-4th-60-c.asp)
Note I\'ve also posted a separate thread regarding a trackday at Oulton Park on 27th November. I\'ll be going to one or the other, but not both (not made of money :)). I need to sort out my diary before then to make a final decision. In the meantime, if there is enough interest, I\'ll keep both threads running.
Again, as with those of you who went to Cadwell Park and Bedford Autodrome, this event is being organised by those nice people at MazdaOnTrack. This means a friendly bunch of people, a well organised event, and lots of lovely MX-5\'s to play with, some of which are seriously quick "trackday specials"!
This is a full day event, and the costs are likely to be around the £105 for the trackday itself; then add petrol, possible o/night, insurance, etc.....
Early days, but anyone who is interested, please add your name to the list. Any questions? Post \'em here.
LIST
Casey (if I can sort out my diary :roll: )
Zarterone
Harrizone
Details are to be found by clicking HERE (http://www.mazdaontrack.co.uk/brands-hatch---december-4th-60-c.asp)
Note I\'ve also posted a separate thread regarding a trackday at Oulton Park on 27th November. I\'ll be going to one or the other, but not both (not made of money :)). I need to sort out my diary before then to make a final decision. In the meantime, if there is enough interest, I\'ll keep both threads running.
Again, as with those of you who went to Cadwell Park and Bedford Autodrome, this event is being organised by those nice people at MazdaOnTrack. This means a friendly bunch of people, a well organised event, and lots of lovely MX-5\'s to play with, some of which are seriously quick "trackday specials"!
This is a full day event, and the costs are likely to be around the £105 for the trackday itself; then add petrol, possible o/night, insurance, etc.....
Early days, but anyone who is interested, please add your name to the list. Any questions? Post \'em here.
LIST
Casey (if I can sort out my diary :roll: )
Zarterone
Harrizone
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on October 10, 2009, 09:41:24 AM
Post by: Casey on October 10, 2009, 09:41:24 AM
BUMP for our weekend readers!
Note I\'m away this weekend with no forum access :2eek:2eek
Will drop back in on Monday............
Note I\'m away this weekend with no forum access :2eek:2eek
Will drop back in on Monday............
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: antnicuk on October 12, 2009, 08:26:46 PM
Post by: antnicuk on October 12, 2009, 08:26:46 PM
i\'ll do this one:)
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: TRex on October 12, 2009, 11:25:41 PM
Post by: TRex on October 12, 2009, 11:25:41 PM
Shame it\'s sessions as it would of been nice to wipe Tony\'s arse \'again\'...
If it\'s open pit I\'d join in.....
If it\'s open pit I\'d join in.....
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: matt p on October 13, 2009, 10:03:18 AM
Post by: matt p on October 13, 2009, 10:03:18 AM
Sure days like this are open pitlane......We done one at Oulten park in August for a full day and that was open pit, along with a 4hr evening session at Brands, that was also open pit.
Granted they were both being run by motorsport vision, Brands Indy is awesome to drive round and is muchos fun!!!
Granted they were both being run by motorsport vision, Brands Indy is awesome to drive round and is muchos fun!!!
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on October 13, 2009, 10:06:07 AM
Post by: Casey on October 13, 2009, 10:06:07 AM
Trex (Dom if I recall? Hi!) it is OPL. There is an error on the page (well spotted, I hadn\'t seen it!). I\'ve checked with Nick at MoT and he\'s confirmed £105 Open Pit Lane, full day. Are you in?
Tony; look foward to seeing the beast on the track, instead of being towed by a Vauxhall in the car park :Giggle
Remember, don\'t book just yet, until I pass on the discount details.
Tony; look foward to seeing the beast on the track, instead of being towed by a Vauxhall in the car park :Giggle
Remember, don\'t book just yet, until I pass on the discount details.
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: TRex on October 13, 2009, 03:40:12 PM
Post by: TRex on October 13, 2009, 03:40:12 PM
Hi Casey, thanks for clearing that up, and as I said if it is indeed Open pit, then yes count me in! :Thumbs-up
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on October 13, 2009, 04:10:37 PM
Post by: Casey on October 13, 2009, 04:10:37 PM
OK, just tidying up list.....
LIST
Casey (if I can sort out my diary :rolleyes: )
Zarterone
Harrizone
Antnicuk
TRex
LIST
Casey (if I can sort out my diary :rolleyes: )
Zarterone
Harrizone
Antnicuk
TRex
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: antnicuk on October 13, 2009, 07:54:26 PM
Post by: antnicuk on October 13, 2009, 07:54:26 PM
Quote from: TRex;647539Shame it\'s sessions as it would of been nice to wipe Tony\'s arse \'again\'...
If it\'s open pit I\'d join in.....
have you been dreaming again Dom :spank:spank
You gonna get rich to come too?:cheers
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: TRex on October 13, 2009, 10:09:19 PM
Post by: TRex on October 13, 2009, 10:09:19 PM
Quote from: antnicuk;647730You gonna get rich to come too?:cheers
Lol,
You wanna take bets on the stories? :p
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Christopher on October 16, 2009, 10:57:12 AM
Post by: Christopher on October 16, 2009, 10:57:12 AM
I am in. Can\'t wait.
Pete
Pete
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on October 16, 2009, 12:20:04 PM
Post by: Casey on October 16, 2009, 12:20:04 PM
Hi Christopher (aka Pete - that\'s confused me!); look forward to meeting you at BH
OK, just tidying up list :wiggle.....
LIST
Casey
Zarterone
Harrizone
Antnicuk
TRex
Christopher
I\'ll PM out the discount code to FULL MRC members over the weekend, so you can book as soon as you like to guarantee your place.:Thumbs-up
Still waiting to see if Clive or Lisa can confirm any MRC contribution to this event.
OK, just tidying up list :wiggle.....
LIST
Casey
Zarterone
Harrizone
Antnicuk
TRex
Christopher
I\'ll PM out the discount code to FULL MRC members over the weekend, so you can book as soon as you like to guarantee your place.:Thumbs-up
Still waiting to see if Clive or Lisa can confirm any MRC contribution to this event.
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: FD3S Efini on October 17, 2009, 02:03:32 AM
Post by: FD3S Efini on October 17, 2009, 02:03:32 AM
i think i may be able to attend this but not 100% yet i will update closer to the time
Kris
Kris
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: clive on October 17, 2009, 10:19:19 PM
Post by: clive on October 17, 2009, 10:19:19 PM
"If" this one goes ahead this year we will refund £15 to any MRC full club member who takes part !["SmileyCentral.com"]("http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/12/12_7_23.gif")
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Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on October 18, 2009, 12:40:41 AM
Post by: Casey on October 18, 2009, 12:40:41 AM
Many thanks Clive :Thumbs-up, so that\'s a fantastic bargain price of £90 for a full day at Brands! It doesn\'t get any cheaper than that :)
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Christopher on October 20, 2009, 08:15:08 PM
Post by: Christopher on October 20, 2009, 08:15:08 PM
Sorry guys but I have to pull out of this track day.
Went to Brands Hatch today and had a excellent time but now have a whining noise. So it has to go to the shop to get it fixed. Plus while its there I will be haveing my turbo fitted as well and that will take time.
Pete.
Went to Brands Hatch today and had a excellent time but now have a whining noise. So it has to go to the shop to get it fixed. Plus while its there I will be haveing my turbo fitted as well and that will take time.
Pete.
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: FD3S Efini on October 20, 2009, 09:31:23 PM
Post by: FD3S Efini on October 20, 2009, 09:31:23 PM
same here i will have to pull out as i have been asked to attend a christmas doo/dinner night. sorry for the mess around.
Kris
Kris
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on October 21, 2009, 12:07:29 AM
Post by: Casey on October 21, 2009, 12:07:29 AM
^^Sorry to hear that guys, hope to see you at a trackday next year. I\'m planning to publish an trackday events calendar early in 2010, so people can plan well ahead!
Updating.....
LIST
Casey
Zarterone
Harrizone - PAID
HypoThermia (possible as a support car again, camera man and seat warmer)
tomatocube
Shampoo (Maybe - Funds dependant)
Trex
Updating.....
LIST
Casey
Zarterone
Harrizone - PAID
HypoThermia (possible as a support car again, camera man and seat warmer)
tomatocube
Shampoo (Maybe - Funds dependant)
Trex
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on November 01, 2009, 12:14:13 PM
Post by: Casey on November 01, 2009, 12:14:13 PM
Bump for the weekend
Updating.....
LIST
Casey - PAID
Zarterone - PAID
Harrizone - PAID
HypoThermia (possible as a support car again, camera man and seat warmer)
tomatocube
Shampoo (Maybe - Funds dependant)
Trex
CrissyUK (if the wrist plaster comes off in time.....:Laugh
NOTE; I\'m abroad from now until 16 November, and doubt I\'ll get a chance to drop into the forum. If there are any questions, post \'em here and one of the regulars will answer I\'m sure. If not, I\'ll answer when I get back :wave
Updating.....
LIST
Casey - PAID
Zarterone - PAID
Harrizone - PAID
HypoThermia (possible as a support car again, camera man and seat warmer)
tomatocube
Shampoo (Maybe - Funds dependant)
Trex
CrissyUK (if the wrist plaster comes off in time.....:Laugh
NOTE; I\'m abroad from now until 16 November, and doubt I\'ll get a chance to drop into the forum. If there are any questions, post \'em here and one of the regulars will answer I\'m sure. If not, I\'ll answer when I get back :wave
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: CrissyUK on November 11, 2009, 12:12:08 PM
Post by: CrissyUK on November 11, 2009, 12:12:08 PM
Bump and updating.....
LIST
Casey - PAID
Zarterone - PAID
Harrizone - PAID
HypoThermia (possible as a support car again, camera man and seat warmer)
tomatocube
Shampoo (Maybe - Funds dependant)
Trex
CrissyUK - PAID (wrist plaster came off on Monday! :wiggle)
NOTE; I\'m abroad from now until 16 November, and doubt I\'ll get a chance to drop into the forum. If there are any questions, post \'em here and one of the regulars will answer I\'m sure. If not, I\'ll answer when I get back :wave
LIST
Casey - PAID
Zarterone - PAID
Harrizone - PAID
HypoThermia (possible as a support car again, camera man and seat warmer)
tomatocube
Shampoo (Maybe - Funds dependant)
Trex
CrissyUK - PAID (wrist plaster came off on Monday! :wiggle)
NOTE; I\'m abroad from now until 16 November, and doubt I\'ll get a chance to drop into the forum. If there are any questions, post \'em here and one of the regulars will answer I\'m sure. If not, I\'ll answer when I get back :wave
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on November 20, 2009, 05:29:12 PM
Post by: Casey on November 20, 2009, 05:29:12 PM
OK, only TWO weeks to go :wiggle.
You\'d better be quick if you still want to go to this as almost all the places have gone!
Newcomers still very welcome, most of us are multiple trackday junkies and will look after you on the day.
LIST
Casey - PAID
Zarterone - PAID
Harrizone - PAID
HypoThermia (possible as a support car again, camera man and seat warmer)
tomatocube
Shampoo (Maybe - Funds dependant)
Trex
CrissyUK - PAID (wrist plaster came off on Monday! :wiggle)
You\'d better be quick if you still want to go to this as almost all the places have gone!
Newcomers still very welcome, most of us are multiple trackday junkies and will look after you on the day.
LIST
Casey - PAID
Zarterone - PAID
Harrizone - PAID
HypoThermia (possible as a support car again, camera man and seat warmer)
tomatocube
Shampoo (Maybe - Funds dependant)
Trex
CrissyUK - PAID (wrist plaster came off on Monday! :wiggle)
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on December 03, 2009, 12:26:13 AM
Post by: Casey on December 03, 2009, 12:26:13 AM
Less than two days to go, this looks like the final list then?
THERE ARE STILL EIGHT PLACES AVAILABLE for any latecomers to join the party.......
BBC weather tonight showed SUNSHINE in Kent for Friday - whooo-hoooo:wiggle
LIST
Casey - PAID
Zarterone - PAID
Harrizone - PAID
CrissyUK - PAID
TIMINGS FOR THE DAY:
07:30-08:30 Signing On
08:30-09:00 Driver Briefing
09:00-16:00 Track Time
12:00-13:00 Lunch
THERE ARE STILL EIGHT PLACES AVAILABLE for any latecomers to join the party.......
BBC weather tonight showed SUNSHINE in Kent for Friday - whooo-hoooo:wiggle
LIST
Casey - PAID
Zarterone - PAID
Harrizone - PAID
CrissyUK - PAID
TIMINGS FOR THE DAY:
07:30-08:30 Signing On
08:30-09:00 Driver Briefing
09:00-16:00 Track Time
12:00-13:00 Lunch
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on December 03, 2009, 09:06:44 PM
Post by: Casey on December 03, 2009, 09:06:44 PM
Ok guys, essential final car checks done;
Oil, water, tyres, brake pads, brake fluid.
Emptied all non-essentail junk from car and boot.
Absolutely no chance to wash the car this week, has hardly stopped raining since last Friday, so car very dirty :(:(
HOWEVER, weather forecast for tomorrow looks to be dry for most of the day - "Sunny Spells", but only about 6 degrees :Thumbs-up
See Crissy and Aston at the agreed RVP. See the rest of you down there. First person to get there - bag a pair of garages!
Oil, water, tyres, brake pads, brake fluid.
Emptied all non-essentail junk from car and boot.
Absolutely no chance to wash the car this week, has hardly stopped raining since last Friday, so car very dirty :(:(
HOWEVER, weather forecast for tomorrow looks to be dry for most of the day - "Sunny Spells", but only about 6 degrees :Thumbs-up
See Crissy and Aston at the agreed RVP. See the rest of you down there. First person to get there - bag a pair of garages!
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Casey on December 04, 2009, 09:43:30 PM
Post by: Casey on December 04, 2009, 09:43:30 PM
What a fantastic day! Weather cold, but dry, and even SUNNY for most for the day. Plenty of track time for all, very little wait time in the pitlane. The organsation of the day by MazdaOnTrack (thanks Nick & Co) and MSV was superb. This was an absolute bargain of a day. I hope many more members will want to give it a go next year. It really is so much fun, and the only way to explore/exploit the handling of our great cars in relative safety! Speeds of ~110mph were acheivable with the "8\'s" at the end of the main pit straight, but the real pleasure of Brands is the gradients & flowing corners. A real delight when you put a smooth lap together.
It was a good social day too, plenty of time to chat, passenger in each other\'s cars, plus consume some gorgeous Italian cake and biscuits that CrissyUK kindly transported back all the way from TURIN last weekend.
Well done Clive, who also managed to make a brief appearance for a chat. He and I also had some discussions with Nick and Alistair from MazdaOnTrack about how we could work together to put on some events next year, centred on Trackdays, with wider appeal to MRC members.....watch this space.....:D
Anyway, just one photo for now, taken at about 8am this morning, before all the action started.....
It was a good social day too, plenty of time to chat, passenger in each other\'s cars, plus consume some gorgeous Italian cake and biscuits that CrissyUK kindly transported back all the way from TURIN last weekend.
Well done Clive, who also managed to make a brief appearance for a chat. He and I also had some discussions with Nick and Alistair from MazdaOnTrack about how we could work together to put on some events next year, centred on Trackdays, with wider appeal to MRC members.....watch this space.....:D
Anyway, just one photo for now, taken at about 8am this morning, before all the action started.....
Title: ***TRACKDAY BRANDS HATCH 4 December***
Post by: Test Drives Unlimited on December 04, 2009, 11:31:46 PM
Post by: Test Drives Unlimited on December 04, 2009, 11:31:46 PM
This was a very good day & thanks to Malcolm :D,just a shame that I could`nt have my RX-8 there :(
Photos taken by my Mobile Phone :)
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(http://i385.photobucket.com/albums/oo294/Nigel425/DSC00183.jpg)
Photos taken by my Mobile Phone :)
(http://i385.photobucket.com/albums/oo294/Nigel425/DSC00178.jpg)
(http://i385.photobucket.com/albums/oo294/Nigel425/DSC00180.jpg)
(http://i385.photobucket.com/albums/oo294/Nigel425/DSC00183.jpg)