February 18th, 2014, 06:03 PM | #81 | |
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I like the idea of a football field of space around each rider (TTD post above) because I can ride fairly well on the street and I like the idea of room to focus on doing things right on the track. I have ridden for a lot of years (25 years can that be, I don't feel that old) and done a lot of really stupid stuff on the street so I need to hit the track and prove to myself that I can ride well. I don't want to think I am fast and never really test myself! I am past the crazy part and now responsibilities have made me really slow it down on the street. I love the idea of hitting a turn a little faster each time and working on proper lines and body position rather than rushing a back road corner and playing the odds that something wont go wrong! I have played that game before and it cost me 2 bikes and some stiches. I am so glad I found this group of people to share my obsession with and I hope to meet a lot of you at the track over the next few years. COME ON SPRINGTIME I CANT TAKE MUCH MORE TIME OFF OF MY BIKE |
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February 18th, 2014, 06:19 PM | #82 | |
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February 18th, 2014, 06:31 PM | #83 |
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Just wait until it's 98 degrees with 98% humidity. lol
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February 19th, 2014, 07:50 AM | #84 |
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I got leathers with lots of venting so not too good for this weather but should be ok in the heat as long as I am moving! I would have to guess that all the vents will not work as well with a full chest/back protector on underneath but you got to pay to play. I don't think it will be much worse than when I got caught on the highway in dead stop traffic for over an hour with my leather pants and insulated leather jacket. Lesson learned: if it is cool in the morning and might get hot on your commute home leave the insulated jacket and wear the lighter one with LAYERS underneath! I really thought I was going to pass out! My helmet was soaked and my ducati was over 219 degrees between my legs!
I want to know what day/days work best for a group of us to do a track day. I am ready to pay for a Sun/Mon session in July just like to know who else is in and which days work best for everyone |
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February 19th, 2014, 07:55 AM | #85 |
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February 19th, 2014, 11:53 AM | #86 |
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Just checked in here for the first time in awhile.
July 20/21 works for me. Who's IN? Copy this message and add your name. adouglas
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February 19th, 2014, 11:57 AM | #87 |
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February 19th, 2014, 02:09 PM | #88 |
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I'd love to go but I can't commit that far in advance. I don't usually know where I'll be next month much less in 5 months. I should know about a month before hand. I hope that those dates don't close out before then.
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February 19th, 2014, 02:52 PM | #89 |
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I hope not as well, I am a weather watcher when it comes to track days and buy as late as possible.
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February 19th, 2014, 05:09 PM | #90 |
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Guys I am deff in for the July 20 and 21st. I guess I will wait for a little while before I buy just to be sure you all are in also. I know that weather is a bit of a factor and some of you cant commit just yet and I am probably just way to anxious to ride so I will wait. Chime in when you make up your mind and I will keep watching. I still hope to meet some of you at the March walk around at the track
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February 19th, 2014, 05:12 PM | #91 |
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February 19th, 2014, 05:14 PM | #92 |
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February 19th, 2014, 05:17 PM | #93 |
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Thanks I fix electronics including computers but it does not mean I can operate them correctly (I am better on a bike)
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February 19th, 2014, 05:53 PM | #94 | |
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You can do a trackday on your own and still have a great time. Bikers are very friendly people and any group at the track will help and be great to be with. You will be learning from everyone you meet, instructors, other riders, and just being on the track. Bikers will always lend a hand to other bikers. If you can get a video of the track from earlier trackdays (there is one there in June) it will help to learn the track. It's a small track so it won't take long to know memorize it. Tony has tons of information on his forum and there are track maps and videos of the tracks on the web site. Study those.
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February 20th, 2014, 07:14 AM | #95 | |
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I'll possibly make it. Once I am back to full strength and have some seat time on my new bike I'll be better able to tell. I am in for the Razee's /Tony's day in September. That day should be a bit cheaper too I think. |
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February 23rd, 2014, 11:22 AM | #96 | |
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Sounds good on the stuff below.
Just keep in mind we don't allow riding in different groups within the day. In general, all the groups are full - so you'll stick to one group. The caveat to this is sometimes we see someone that is just not right for the group they're in (either too fast or too slow), and we'll make an on the spot move. Tony Quote:
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February 26th, 2014, 12:29 PM | #97 |
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That it? Just 3 for now? Im not complaining but I was hoping there would be more people interested in hitting the newest track in this area! I have said it before "I am super psyched to hit the track this year" I think getting all my equipment for the track is the only thing that has kept me sane during this long cold winter. I have just about everything except boots and a back protector now. I found armor I like just have not pulled the trigger yet. I haven't found the boots I like yet but half the fun during winters down time is looking for new gear! I just got some new maps for the SV's PC3 and I cant wait to load them up and try her out. The maps along with the new GSXR calipers I just installed should work nicely at the track!
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February 26th, 2014, 01:36 PM | #98 |
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I likely will not add my name to the list until mayish when i know exactly what my funds will be. I have everything but the suit, but i will be ordering one within the next week. And i should have new tires next month. My track plastics are painted and ready. I will only be able to do one day though.
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February 26th, 2014, 02:34 PM | #99 | |
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February 26th, 2014, 02:52 PM | #100 |
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I dont think youll get that many from ninjette, maybe 6 if were lucky. I know on BoRN there will be a bunch though.
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March 2nd, 2014, 11:33 AM | #101 |
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Just a bump to our Track day plans
I just made the $15 payment for my wife and my friend ED to have lunch when we walk the track and do the into. Should be warm by then (fingers crossed) and I hope to be able to ride to the event. Looks like I will be on the Ducati (provided the temp agree) and hopefully the wife and Ed will ride also. Ed has a 2002 Sv 650s and my wife will be on her heavily modified 2012 Ninja 250. Hope to see and meet a bunch of you there. |
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March 12th, 2014, 08:02 AM | #102 |
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SLOT PURCHASED for July 20/21
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March 12th, 2014, 09:06 AM | #103 |
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For those of you attending the afternoon seminar at Thompson this Saturday, here's some pre-reading to get you started, from the guy running the session:
http://www.ridinginthezone.com/motor...on-management/
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March 13th, 2014, 07:30 AM | #104 |
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On my calendar! Will buy my spots as soon as I can. Gunna be a good time.
Tip: Erect your shrine to the sun god now. Since this will be quite the haul for me, I NEED it to be great weather. IT WILL BE GREAT WEATHER!!!
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March 13th, 2014, 11:47 AM | #105 |
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Given how bad the National Weather Service screwed up the order I sent in for this month, I'm leery.
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March 26th, 2014, 11:49 AM | #106 |
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Almost ready! Few more list items and I and golden. What kinda beer you like Captin'?
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March 27th, 2014, 04:22 AM | #107 |
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Don't drink anymore but thanks for the offer!
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April 7th, 2014, 04:20 PM | #108 |
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It was beautiful yesterday.
Did I ride? No. But I DID install the trailer hitch I got for Christmas..... One step closer! wOOt
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April 7th, 2014, 04:42 PM | #109 |
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How hard was it to install on the GSX-R?
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April 7th, 2014, 04:52 PM | #110 |
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Do you drink any less? Is the program working?
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April 7th, 2014, 05:17 PM | #111 |
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Damn.
I had a feeling I was doing SOMETHING wrong.....
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April 7th, 2014, 08:23 PM | #112 |
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i started commuting again today, my wallet will thank me in a few weeks.
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May 14th, 2014, 01:42 PM | #113 |
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UPDATE
They finished the bridge and paving at Thompson last week! A couple of laps running clockwise:
Link to original page on YouTube.
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May 14th, 2014, 01:58 PM | #114 |
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Armco looks scary, track looks like fun.
I have a friend doing the track in a Ferrari this month. I'll gets some feedback from him.
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May 14th, 2014, 02:01 PM | #115 |
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Name: Chris (aka Reactor)
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We come within inches of the armco at Mid-o, it's one of my favorite parts of the course. If you are ever there, check the 200 brake marker with a chunk missing just above the armco wall. It where we hit it with our helmets and finally broke a piece off.
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May 14th, 2014, 02:02 PM | #116 |
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This explains a lot!
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May 14th, 2014, 02:04 PM | #117 |
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Took the words right out of my mouth.
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May 14th, 2014, 02:04 PM | #118 |
The Corner Whisperer
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CC, you're a trip.
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June 1st, 2014, 03:23 PM | #119 |
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Bump!
Gunna buy my spots soon. July 20/21 - yep, I am planning on being there for both days! Come get some!
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June 11th, 2014, 04:57 AM | #120 |
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The inaugural Thompson track day is this Saturday. Ant and I are going to show up in the early AM and watch for awhile.
Anyone in the area who doesn't have anything better to do is welcome to join.... We'll probably only stay a couple or three hours. Look for a blue/white current-gen GSXR (me) and a red Ducati 999 (Ant).
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