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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 09:03 AM
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TGPR Track Rental

Howdy Track ho's!


Trackaddict and I are renting Little Talledega (TGPR) on Monday Jan 14th.
We have enough committments that it is a done deal.
Long and short is if anyone is interested, there are a couple spots open. Probably not for long. About 9 people total will go, give or take.
130$ each. Deal is we need solid commitment backed by cash if you want in.

We will have a lead follow in the morning for anyone not familiar with the track, and you can probably get an occasional instructor to ride with you. Having said that, this is not a sponsored organized event. No corner workers, no flaggers, and no dedicated instruction. If you have never been on track, this might not be the best time.
If you have, You should get an assload of track time.

PM me if interested. Ho Ho Ho!
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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 09:10 AM
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I wish I could commit but I just can't right now. So, I'm a maybe.
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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 02:56 PM
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I have to check my calendar, I think I have to be in AL anyway, so .... I will be in touch.
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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 07:35 PM
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I have to check my calendar, I think I have to be in AL anyway, so .... I will be in touch.
That would work out great! Let us know..
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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 08:11 PM
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im a maybe.. depends when you want us to pay.. when we get to the track or watever else.. just let e know.. i actualy live about 20 minutes from the track..
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Old Dec 27, 2007 | 11:52 PM
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Originally Posted by dbright007
Howdy Track ho's!


Trackaddict and I are renting Little Talledega (TGPR) on Monday Jan 14th.
We have enough committments that it is a done deal.
Long and short is if anyone is interested, there are a couple spots open. Probably not for long. About 9 people total will go, give or take.
130$ each. Deal is we need solid commitment backed by cash if you want in.

We will have a lead follow in the morning for anyone not familiar with the track, and you can probably get an occasional instructor to ride with you. Having said that, this is not a sponsored organized event. No corner workers, no flaggers, and no dedicated instruction. If you have never been on track, this might not be the best time.
If you have, You should get an assload of track time.

PM me if interested. Ho Ho Ho!
To add a tiny bit of detail...

Although we won't have corner workers and EV, this will be a safe event as we limit the number of cars on track at once. We will have no more than 3 cars on track at the same time giving lots of space to each driver. This keeps it safe. TGPR is also a wide open track with lots of runoff everywhere. It is a great place to work on specific skills or to just learn what your car can do. I think I learned more at TGPR when we rented it out 2 years ago than any other event.

This is gonna be great. A small group, lots of track time. We will meet at the track at 7:30am. Track goers green at 8am. End of day is 5pm. In between 8am and 5pm will be green except for as short a lunch break as we can take.
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Old Dec 28, 2007 | 04:01 AM
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Originally Posted by mattrotary34
im a maybe.. depends when you want us to pay.. when we get to the track or watever else.. just let e know.. i actualy live about 20 minutes from the track..
I remember you from the Grand Am races this summer. Hope it works out so you can make it.
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Old Dec 30, 2007 | 12:46 AM
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i hope so as well.. as far as exeperience.. im wanting to get more.. il probably just spectate the thing and get on the track when i get it alone.. or on a spaced out level.. i get nervous lol.. mostly im just looking to do track times and not racing.. im remember you too.. i tihnk lol i cant quite place a name with a face though bc all of yall were from georgia
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Old Dec 30, 2007 | 12:47 AM
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Originally Posted by TrackAddict
To reserve a spot, we need you to pay. Once it is received, your space is reserved. You can PM me for where to send the money. We can do paypal. Also, would like to know your experience level.
Thanks.
when is the latest you can get the money.. or is it first come first serve?
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Old Dec 30, 2007 | 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by TrackAddict
Matt - thanks for your interest. We are pretty close to our max number of participants right now. We want to limit it to 10 to maximize track time for everyone. I believe you can still get in. I am taking money right now. PM me for paypal info.

This is not a racing event. No racing will be tolerated, nor will aggressive driving. We will have 3 cars on track at once and space them out to start. Passing in the beginner and intermediate level will be limited to the straights. we want everyone to have fun and stay safe.
Nicely done TA.
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Old Dec 30, 2007 | 12:01 PM
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alright an sounds good.. il probably pm you within the next couple of days.. to get everything straightened out
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 02:57 AM
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this... will be a no go for me guys.. sorry maybe next time
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 07:52 AM
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Originally Posted by mattrotary34
this... will be a no go for me guys.. sorry maybe next time
That is ashame, like TA said, this is probably one of the most cost effective days you can have at the track, with TONS of one on one time. Not to mention, you get TONS of track time .

But, having a wifey, and kiddy, I TOTALLy understand.
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 10:46 AM
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And BTW, that means we have a spot open if anyone is interested.

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Old Jan 12, 2008 | 07:10 AM
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All systems are go!!!

The track day event is full. We ended up with 9 participants which is absolutely ideal. In the mix are 4 RX8s, 1 RX7, 2 Miatas, 1 Integra, 1 Exige S. The weather will be awesome. Cool enough for max power but not bone chilling. Should be dry too. Preliminary track schedule gives everyone six 25 min sessions and a 20 min session. I am figuring that by 3pm, it will be pretty close to open track and no one will go home with any sort of energy left.
If this event is truly a success, I will consider organizing another one just like it.

Private track days FTW!!!!!!!
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Old Jan 12, 2008 | 11:42 AM
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Weather looks fine for Jan, a full compliment of good folks and cars, and what should be a ton of track time. I have ramped up into fully excited mode!
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Old Jan 12, 2008 | 04:39 PM
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2 days! Just got my motel room. Made a Wally world run for some supplies. And cant wait for some track. It's been a while.
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Old Jan 12, 2008 | 05:21 PM
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dbright,


if you are going to do this again. send me a pm and give me a heads up.. found this way to late...

btw,, guys have a great time.

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Old Jan 12, 2008 | 07:33 PM
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Swoope, absolutely. Bit of a drive for ya, or I would have hit you up in the first place. As TA said, this looks like something we might want to do on regular basis.

Val, gonna PM u
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Old Jan 13, 2008 | 10:25 AM
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Yall be safe and have fun!
I wish I could have gotten that day off!
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Old Jan 13, 2008 | 12:40 PM
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18 hours!
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Old Jan 13, 2008 | 04:11 PM
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Good luck and be safe guys.....and now to the videos!

Last edited by Stop&TurnFreak; Jan 14, 2008 at 08:16 AM.
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Old Jan 14, 2008 | 11:34 AM
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I'm looking for those first pics and report.
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Old Jan 14, 2008 | 03:13 PM
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Come on, we ARE ALL dying here....!!!
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Old Jan 14, 2008 | 04:08 PM
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Any vid's... any photos... any track reports?

They are probably on their way to gas up, add a quart of oil and get a bite at Zaxby's.
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