TDR at MSR - June 23rd, a new direction

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04-11-2007, 08:36 AM
MadMerv

TDR at MSR - June 23rd, a new direction

Since Mike and Gary are concerned about filling up this event, and since that other thread has gotten off track, lets start out fresh on a new thread. Despite what was said, I want ya'll to know that I think this will be the best "bang for the buck" that you will ever see. Not only will you be out there with your peers, all in Miatas, but the expertise of the instructors from APEX is also in Miatas. Most of them are Spec Miata racers, and I can guarentee they know how to drive! For novices, in particular, you couldn't get this kind, and quality, of instruction for $160 anywhere.

So, if you really want to learn to drive your Miata, this is the best place to do it. If you only get four sessions, that's $40/session. As a member, you would still be paying $25/session, have no instructor of any kind, nor get a free meal! [B]AND[B], I guarentee you will have more fun that you ever imagined in a Miata..................... Now go and sign up so you can :drive:

P.S. I wish I were a good instructor. I would love to be involved, but I know I'm not. I can show you, but I'm not good in the right seat.......
04-11-2007, 08:55 AM
miataspeedracer

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadMerv

Since Mike and Gary are concerned about filling up this event, and since that other thread has gotten off track, lets start out fresh on a new thread. Despite what was said, I want ya'll to know that I think this will be the best "bang for the buck" that you will ever see. Not only will you be out there with your peers, all in Miatas, but the expertise of the instructors from APEX is also in Miatas. Most of them are Spec Miata racers, and I can guarentee they know how to drive! For novices, in particular, you couldn't get this kind, and quality, of instruction for $160 anywhere.

So, if you really want to learn to drive your Miata, this is the best place to do it. If you only get four sessions, that's $40/session. As a member, you would still be paying $25/session, have no instructor of any kind, nor get a free meal! [B]AND[B], I guarentee you will have more fun that you ever imagined in a Miata..................... Now go and sign up so you can :drive:

P.S. I wish I were a good instructor. I would love to be involved, but I know I'm not. I can show you, but I'm not good in the right seat.......

:clap:
04-11-2007, 09:02 AM
Sharpie

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadMerv

P.S. I wish I were a good instructor. I would love to be involved, but I know I'm not. I can show you, but I'm not good in the right seat.......

My dad thought you were a good instructor. :clap:

See you guys there! :drive: No :burnrubr: on the track, it slows you down.

Like Merv always says, "Improve the nut behind the wheel before worrying about modifications"

This is Seat time, seat time, seat time. ::Banana::
04-11-2007, 06:05 PM
CosmosMpower

Sure you're still not accepting larger 4 door coupe miatas with triangles in the engine :)
04-11-2007, 07:07 PM
Tim the Teacher

No Wankelweinies allowed:punchout: :D
04-11-2007, 08:53 PM
gabkwong

Quote:

So, if you really want to learn to drive your Miata, this is the best place to do it. If you only get four sessions, that's $40/session. As a member, you would still be paying $25/session, have no instructor of any kind, nor get a free meal! [b]AND[b], I guarentee you will have more fun that you ever imagined in a Miata..................... Now go and sign up so you can

Any TCB knows this the best deal ever!
04-11-2007, 09:03 PM
MadMonkey

MAN this is really tempting me :(

Okay I may show up. I'm not sure when I'll find out positively though.
04-11-2007, 09:10 PM
blackzx3_13

I also am really thinking about this, I even downloaded, printed, and filled out the entry forms, but I would prefer to have a roll bar and a harness. . . decisions :rolleyes:
04-11-2007, 10:05 PM
Flyin96M

Ok the phrase here is "Just Do It!" Trust me you will thank yourself when you have a smile permanetly planted on your face. The key to remember is that you are not only paying for track time, but instrucition as well. If you haven't been on a track this is an excellent time as there will only be Miata's at this event instructed by Miata drivers.

Is it for everyone? No probabaly not, but if you want to see what a Miata happens when you put a miata in third or fourth gear I would say you had better send you money in.:razz:
04-11-2007, 11:06 PM
blackzx3_13

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Originally Posted by Flyin96M

instructed by Miata drivers.

Well, I have had altiain tell me to be smoother, and POS tell me to stop driving like a :cat:, so Miata driver instruction is nothing new for me. ;) The one main question is, will my student loan be in before May 15?
04-12-2007, 07:20 AM
black roadster

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Originally Posted by blackzx3_13

Well, I have had altiain tell me to be smoother, and POS tell me to stop driving like a :cat:, so Miata driver instruction is nothing new for me. ;) The one main question is, will my student loan be in before May 15?

Remember everything you learned in AutoX? Well forget it, at least for this event. Track driving and AutoX are two different animals.

The basics transfer over but it does require different skills.
04-12-2007, 08:38 AM
tailchaser

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Originally Posted by black roadster

Remember everything you learned in AutoX? Well forget it, at least for this event. Track driving and AutoX are two different animals.

The basics transfer over but it does require different skills.

Actually, since zx3 boy actually learned something at autocross, the skills transfer pretty well...
04-12-2007, 10:05 AM
altiain

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Originally Posted by black roadster

Remember everything you learned in AutoX? Well forget it, at least for this event. Track driving and AutoX are two different animals.

The basics transfer over but it does require different skills.

I've spent a little time in the right seat in both formats, and I'd disagree with that assessment. The basic autocrossing skills - control interfacing, looking ahead, car control - translate over to lapping days very well.

It has also been my experience that students with moderate autocross experience come up to speed on an unfamiliar road course much quicker than people without any autocrossing background. YMMV.
04-12-2007, 10:34 AM
miataspeedracer

Quote:

Originally Posted by altiain

I've spent a little time in the right seat in both formats, and I'd disagree with that assessment. The basic autocrossing skills - control interfacing, looking ahead, car control - translate over to lapping days very well.

It has also been my experience that students with moderate autocross experience come up to speed on an unfamiliar road course much quicker than people without any autocrossing background. YMMV.

Guys, let's not go here. No need to re-hash the old "autoX v.s road racers" debate in this thread. Just like skiing vs. snow boarding, there are as many similarities as there are differences between the two...
04-12-2007, 11:24 AM
Magma

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Originally Posted by miataspeedracer

Guys, let's not go here. No need to re-hash the old "autoX v.s road racers" debate in this thread. Just like skiing vs. snow boarding, there are as many similarities as there are differences between the two...

:clap:
04-12-2007, 12:55 PM
black roadster

Quote:

Originally Posted by miataspeedracer

Guys, let's not go here. No need to re-hash the old "autoX v.s road racers" debate in this thread. Just like skiing vs. snow boarding, there are as many similarities as there are differences between the two...

Thanks Speedy. That's all I was trying to convey. Naturally anyone with seat time is going to have some advantage over someone who has never driven a performance event.
04-12-2007, 02:14 PM
blackzx3_13

Well, I am 99% sure I'm going roll-bar or not. I just have to get the $$ together. Is anyone going to have a prep tech day? I have a to do list :rolleyes:
04-12-2007, 02:21 PM
Magma

I will be willing to lend a hand and offer up what little knowledge I have.
04-12-2007, 02:51 PM
tailchaser

Quote:

Originally Posted by Magma

I will be willing to lend a hand and offer up what little knowledge I have.

That shouldn't take long...
04-12-2007, 02:55 PM
Magma

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Originally Posted by tailchaser

That shouldn't take long...

That's what she said....
05-08-2007, 03:52 PM
driftdevil

So what is the latest on the event?