***TRACKDAY - Blyton Park, Saturday, 6th August***

[Casey]

^^No problem with the DC5! Although the focus is on getting as many rotary cars along as possible, it\'s not an exclusive rotary event. The more the merrier, as these events are always good social days out, as well as having fun on the track. Let me know when you\'ve paid through the shop so I can add your name to the list.

[lockwood77]

Piad, add me to the list! Really hoping the FD is quiet enough by then.

[Casey]

^^^ Excellent - I have added you to the list and look forward to meeting you at Blyton.

EVERYONE - this is looking like the best turnout for a trackday that I can recall - thanks for your support!

If there is anyone still considering joining us, and for the few people on the list above who haven\'t paid yet, please pay for your place by MIDNIGHT this coming SUNDAY, 3rd July to guarantee your place. After that time there MAY still be places but no guarantees, as we do not have enough bookings to make this an exclusive MRC/RX8OC event (we\'d need a minimum of 50 cars for that!).

I\'m really, really, looking forward to seeing so many rotaries, and their owners, at this event. Meantime, I\'ve got Oulton Park to look forward to on 22nd July (still places available for this if you are VERY quick).

[Casey]

Getting very close now - everyone excited? I\'m still on a high from an excellent outing last week to Oulton Park :mmmm

Anyway, here is the briefing from Mazda on Track. Please read, digest and ensure you comply!

Dear Drivers
Many thanks for choosing to attend the Blyton Park track day event on the 6th August 2011. This final instruction should contain everything you will need to know for the event.

Itinerary
Signing On 7.30
Briefing 8.30
Start Driving 9.00
Lunch 12.30
Start Driving 13.30
End Driving 17.00
The event will be run in open pit lane format.

Please ensure you read and adhere to the 7 point checklist below before commencing your journey to the circuit
1) Bring your driving license - both the plastic and paper parts (please note that an MSA race license is not an acceptable substitute)
2) Make sure your car complies with any noise restrictions at the venue (105dB)
3) Ensure your car is fit for the purpose intended; this includes brake, tyre, suspension and steering checks
4) Fit your towing-eye prior to joining the circuit
5) Bring suitable clothing as covered arms & legs are required at all times on the track
6) Slicks are not permitted on cars without adequate rollover protection
7) No hand-held cameras are permitted - any cameras need to be securely mounted in the car

Additional Requirements
The primary requirements are that all drivers and passengers read and complete a Track Day Declaration and Indemnity form, available at the circuit, and that anyone going out onto the circuit wears a helmet. Helmets are available to hire at £10 per day.
There will be a compulsory safety briefing at 8:30AM. There will be another briefing 1 hour later.

Additional Drivers and Passengers
All drivers and passengers have to read and complete the Track Day Declaration and Indemnity before going out onto the circuit. Spectators are welcome. Children under 16 years must be supervised at all times.
Additional drivers are £25 and passengers are £10. Both can be paid for on the day.

Directions
Blyton Park is situated 1 mile from Blyton village on the B1205. If you approach from Blyton, the gates are on your left and there is clear BPDC signage. Drive through the gates and proceed slowly down the bumpy concrete. Follow the road round past the Grass Track on your left. The Circuit is about half a mile down the perimeter track next to the large barn, race control and paddock Club House.

Petrol
Fuel is not available at the circuit. Circuit staff will be able to advise where the nearest filling station is however we recommend you fill your tank prior to arriving at circuit.

Garages
None available

Tuition
A free 20 minute tuition session will be made available for novices (slots allocated at signing on). Further tuition is available at £25 for an additional 20 minute session, £150 for a half day and £250 for the full day. Please book in advance.

Tyre Services
MOT Motorsport will be providing trackside tyre service throughout the day. Please contact Nick on 0781 800 3267 ahead of the day with any tyre requirements.

Photography
Phoenix Photos will be present throughout the day. Please contact Matt at phoenixphotos@live.co.uk for any specific requirements and to order CD\'s/prints.

Insurance
Contact Phil Barnard at Richard Egger Insurance Services on 0115 988 2747 for track day insurance cover. Mention you are doing a Mazda on Track day at Blyton Park. (note track day insurance is not mandatory to participate and we do regard Blyton as one of the safest circuits).

Contact Us
If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us either by e-mail or phone. Many thanks for choosing Mazda on Track and Track Culture and see you on 6th August 2011!

[Casey]

I\'ve just cut and pasted the above, then noticed the charges for additional drivers and passengers.

NickD confirmed via email on 23 May that 2nd drivers are FREE, any additional drivers will be charged at £25 each. I understand passengers for this event are also free.

I know MoT are in the process of changing their policy on driver/passenger charges, which is possibly why the text sent out for this particular event is incorrect.

[lockwood77]

Good to know, thanks mate.

[C J R]

Well, I\'ve googled the nearest Shell petrol station North of Northorpe (nearest village to the track).
The nearest seems to be in S:censored::censored::censored::censored:horpe at DN16 2AQ which is 20 minutes away from the track.
 
For those who are travelling up from the south, there are two at Retford on the A1, Northbound DN22 0QU, Southbound DN22 0PG.
 
Hope these help.
Chris

[Casey]

Thanks for the research Chris; it seems the swear filter is being over zealous with a certain city\'s name but I think we can work it out....

[lockwood77]

City!? Evidently you\'ve never been...

Thanks for that Chris, very handy.

[Casey]

City!? Evidently you\'ve never been... ;

Ah, no, I haven\'t :Laugh.

Got close - almost went up to watch Colchester United play Sc___thorpe Utd a year or so back!

I didn\'t want to offend anyone north of Watford, so I thought calling it a "city" was a safer bet.......

[Casey]

Less than a week to go, I hope the excitement is building up for what will be a great day out  

Most of the "regulars" will be familiar (bored even   ) with the "briefing pack" I produce for each of the trackdays we attend. However, I urge eveyone to read the contents to ensure you haven\'t forgotten anything and you can ensure you get the maximum enjoyment from the day by being aware of what to do in advance, and on the day.

I\'ll be posting up a "convoy" thread shortly for anyone travelling up from the south on Friday who might want to join up on the way to Blyton.

[C J R]

EEEK !
Still haven\'t received my FD back from Pip yet ! Had a problem with 5th gear selection, so its back in the shop.
 
Hopeful I\'ll get it back before Friday.
 
Jim and I plan to have our own convoy from the North (not sure if that counts as a convoy, or just 2 cars following each other).
 
Hope to see you all there.
 
Chris

[Casey]

^^ Fingers crossed firmly for you Chris. I really, really hope Pip can get it sorted for Saturday!

Anyone else for the convoy up from the south, or wants to join us for a meal on Friday night.....?

Arrive Birchanger Services (M11/A120) in time to DEPART at 12.30pm
Casey
Zarterone/Nobby
Harrizone

Arrive Peterborough Service (just off A1) in time to DEPART at 2.30pm (I aim to eat a snack here)
Casey
Zarterone/Nobby
Harrizone

That should get us to Blyton ~4.30pm. If you are staying elsewhere on the Friday night then either follow me to the circuit, so you know where it is and timing to get there, or "peel off" at any convenient point en-route. But let me know what you plan to do, in case I think I\'ve lost you
I\'m planning to stop at the Shell Petrol station just south of Retford, the nearest 99 fuel to the circuit on our route up, and about 20 miles form the circuit. We\'ll also be passing a Tesco Petrol station as we pass through Gainsborough, much closer to the circuit, if anyone wants prefers 95 fuel.

I\'d like to eat at the Black Horse Inn, Blyton, on Friday night, 7.30pm (I\'ll book a table when I know numbers)
Casey
Zarterone/Nobby
Harrizone
Rutz

[C J R]

Thanks Malcolm,
Its not looking too good at the moment. When we tested the repacement box last week, a problem emerged with 5th gear.
The upgrade part was due at WGT yesterday, but the Courier has lost it !!
 
I\'ll let you know what transpires in the next couple of days.
 
Chris

[Casey]

I hope Pip can get it sorted. On the other hand, if 4 gears are working OK, can you manage without 5th? Blyton certainly wouldn\'t need 5th gear, so it\'s just the journey to/from. Would using the gearbox in this state cause any damage, or is it simply restricted to 5th gear?