Mid-Ohio v5 2016 - Page 5

adouglas · June 8th, 2016, 11:53 AM

I'm in! Love track walks.

Ducati999 · June 8th, 2016, 12:09 PM

I am in for the track walk! It would help more after the first day or before we even get to ride the track. Walking Palmer really shows you why you do some of the things you do there. You cant really appreciate the entire track while running as fast as you can go! I will be bringing the 999 this time, seems like the big end is the cause of the clacking sound my bike is making! Looks like it will be a well built 916 when I am done!

Sirref · June 8th, 2016, 11:49 PM

I'm in for a track walk for sure

Also, if I can't get my ninja running right I'll be unfortunately skipping vir. Which means I'll be in for monday and tuesday

Ducati999 · June 9th, 2016, 08:40 AM

Excitement building, I have begun the packing process. I will stop and see what Cycle Gear has in stock for tires today. I think my current tires will be ok for the 2 days but I would rather have deep tread incase the "R" word happens! I think if I have new tires available then there is no chance for wet while if I dont have them I will be sure to need them! Oil change in progress and checking all the other things prior to loading---Come on Sunday!!!!!!!!!!!

adouglas · June 9th, 2016, 08:52 AM

It is NOT going to rain. Right now it's calling for PERFECT weather, with a 50/50 possibility of a passing thundershower Tuesday afternoon.

The forecast will have to deteriorate a whole lot for me to bring rain tires... and I've got slicks.

csmith12 · June 9th, 2016, 10:53 AM

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Andrew, I have learned much about the surface of mid-o in the wet (and dry for that matter). As a friend... DO NOT ride this track on slicks in the wet. If you want to throw on some other tires from my trailer, feel free. Your more than welcome.

Otherwise, on street tires the track is fine in the wet BUT.... you need to follow me (or another coach) for a few laps to basically learn the wet line. I can tell you for 100% certainty, it's NOT what you think it might be.

adouglas · June 9th, 2016, 10:58 AM

I'm not worried. Wunderground shows just one spike on Tuesday afternoon and if that happens I'll probably just sit out the session. I've had enough wet weather already this year... 2 out of 3 days have been soaking wet.

Keeping an eye on the forecast. If it deteriorates no biggie... I just chuck the rain tires in the truck.

Ducati999 · June 9th, 2016, 04:32 PM

I dont require rain tires, I can go slow in the rain even on stock tires!

csmith12 · June 9th, 2016, 07:16 PM

This will be different than your other wet days. When motogp riders say to alter your lines at this track, you listen. Period....

But...

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csmith12 · June 10th, 2016, 06:59 AM

2.5 days away!!!!

Ducati999 · June 10th, 2016, 07:44 AM

OK since all the mystic chants have been made, and the weather VooDoo man agrees, and I believe I had a sign this morning that all is/will be well with the world--I am not buying tires.

I will run my Angels and if I happen to burn them out, I will take the "take offs" Chris so kindly offered. I will just have to sit out should the worst happen.

The loading process has begun and making the call of what to bring and what to leave is causing much distress.

I am used to being way over prepared and leaving necessary things behind while I know that others will provide and share, is slowing my thought process.

I plant to head out to Jays house at 6AM and should arrive at 8AM at the latest then we should have Andy on board by 9:30. The rest is all just details. This trip is going to be incredible and I cant wait to hang out with such a great group of guys

and ride another awsome track!

The clock is ticking and excitement is growing. Come on Sunday!

adouglas · June 10th, 2016, 08:48 AM

Would be nice if you could move that up a bit... getting there late when you have to be up and at 'em early is no fun. A theoretical 9:30 departure from here could have us unloading and setting up camp after sundown (which is at 9). Maybe not likely, but certainly possible.

In theory it's 8.5 hours from here. That's if you never stop and don't encounter any issues at all. A lifetime of travel tells me that it never, ever works out that way. I'll even put my money where my mouth is, and bet you five bucks we won't be out of here by 9:30 if that's what you're planning on.

Maybe it's just me being an old fart, but better IMHO to take the pressure off and have time when we get there to unwind, socialize, etc. I really don't want to end up having to unload stuff and get it all sorted in the morning. Mornings are for a shower, coffee, breakfast, mental preparation, gearing up and rider's meetings (hint, hint).

Certainly not the end of the world if we do get a late start... after today I'll be in full vacation mode and relaxation is the name of the game. Get here when you can. All my stuff will be in the driveway ready to go.

Weather forecast is deteriorating a tad for Tuesday but going to be perfect Monday. Keeping an eye on it. SO glad I picked up those rain tires....

csmith12 · June 10th, 2016, 08:59 AM

I am pegging your trip around 10hrs give or take...

Unloading in the dark aint bad at this track. However, the issue of putting up a tent in the dark is no fun for me.

tgold · June 10th, 2016, 10:09 AM

Sounds like it'll be a blast!

I'd like to get back to Mid-O sometime in the next year or so.

Have fun y'all!

Bigballsofpaint · June 10th, 2016, 10:11 AM

Im with Andy on time but its your truck and everything so im not going to badger too much. I think being able to leave my place for 7 would be ideal, andy is about an hour from me, prob a little less. Leaving his place by 8-830 I think should give us a decent amount of time.

csmith12 · June 10th, 2016, 10:17 AM

My take offs... I have a few sets.

Fat man power cups... Good for a couple of track days (120/180)
Various q3's - Mostly 120/180 sizes
1 rear gpa 190 (good for N group or experienced rider, summertime, dry street use)

Please use what you need or imma sell them for $20 a tire. I don't wanna take em home.

csmith12 · June 10th, 2016, 10:22 AM

Wish you could come Timm, should be a great time. I will drink a beer for ya.

Sirref · June 10th, 2016, 11:35 AM

Alrighty. I couldn't get my bike running right. The issue in the valves is proving to be new motor worthy

With that said I'll be showing up on sunday night to ride both days. I'm thankful I'm able to ride with everyone and I'm looking forward to learning a lot!

csmith12 · June 10th, 2016, 11:40 AM

Your r6 awaits sir.... bummer about your bike, but treat my bike as it if were you own.

csmith12 · June 10th, 2016, 01:44 PM

I am starting to load the trailer and truck gentlemen. From here on out until this is done, I will not be posting as much. Pick up my slack, safe travels and see you there.

Ducati999 · June 10th, 2016, 03:45 PM

Safe travel to all this weekend! Ben, glad you will be with us both days. Sorry to hear about the issues with your bike but you will have a bike and plenty of track time anyways! Jay and Andy, Sent a PM to you to sort out departure times and final details. My wife just finished rolling 60 spring rolls for us and she will be firing up the Stick rice in the morning! We will be well fed if nothing else. Chris, I would love to pick up one of the take offs you have. My 999 takes a 195/55 for the rear but they do use a 180 at times. I would gladly pay $20 for a useable replacement. Tick tock time to leave is rapidly approaching!

adouglas · June 10th, 2016, 05:16 PM

Work complete - DONE. I'm now in full-on vacation mode.

WOO HOOOOOOOO

adouglas · June 11th, 2016, 04:11 AM

Forecast update:

Monday: Could not possibly be better. PERFECT.

Tuesday morning:Could not possibly be better. PERFECT.

Tuesday afternoon: 30+% chance of a thunderstorm 12-3 pm. 80+% chance of a thunderstorm from 3-6 pm. They're calling for total rainfall of only .14 inches, so that means a passing storm, not constant rain. Could be just a shower and then the track dries.

Summer forecasts change fast, and I could always just sit out the last two sessions if it does start coming down, but at this time I'm planning on bringing the rains.

If it does rain on us, I think people should start calling me "rain man." I'm batting 1000 so far this year. Those rain tires are, in retrospect, one of the best purchases I've made in a long time.

csmith12 · June 11th, 2016, 11:43 AM

Update

Track Difficulty Mode: HARD

Guys, I hurt my leg (took a kick to the leg in TKD class making the videos with my son). If we were riding today, I couldn't.

I should be good to go for Mon. & Tues. Although I KNOW... it will be sore. I will keep you up to date. Yes, I am still coming, nothing is changing right now.

csmith12 · June 11th, 2016, 12:12 PM

On the plus side.... I have a sweet pimp limp going on.

choneofakind · June 11th, 2016, 01:08 PM

You got hurt fighting people, I got hurt riding pedal bikes. Great minds think alike. Chicks dig scars, right?

csmith12 · June 11th, 2016, 01:12 PM

Ouch! Look at that bruise just shy of your collar bone!!!! You hit pretty hard no doubt!

choneofakind · June 11th, 2016, 01:25 PM

I went over the handlebars when I botched a small drop-off right after a berm and my bike desided to rapidly stop on a large boulder. Like actually flew.

I'm kicking myself because I know I could have handled that differently and either a) half cleared the boulder to avoid getting launched and had a less severe crash or b) rode it out and barely avoided the boulder and pooped my pants. I was riding a little tight and was working on loosening up that lap.

I gotta check over the bike, but I'm totally ready to ride again!!! I want another crack at that section of trail. I 'm already sore though. Shoulder is swollen and stiff.

csmith12 · June 11th, 2016, 01:30 PM

Just do what I do Chone, just up the difficulty of the track. Trial Mode: HARD

Riding injured is a test of one's mind.

So you still in for a visit Mon. or Tues?

@Everyone - T-minus 24h till departure, will be loading the bikes in a bit.

Sirref · June 11th, 2016, 01:40 PM

Riding injured is beast, so rewarding afterwards

csmith12 · June 11th, 2016, 03:02 PM

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Riding injured is beast, so rewarding afterwards

ikr... Not my favorite thing, but is uniquely rewarding at the end of the day.

Anyway Ben, new battery going in the blue r6. She will purr like a kitten for ya.

csmith12 · June 11th, 2016, 04:48 PM

Tour de fair...

Sunday: ETA serving @ 8:30pm
Grilled ribeye steak
Steamed asparagus
Parmesan and garlic linguine

Monday: ETA serving at 7:15am
Breakfast
Bagels with whipped cream cheese
Coffee provided by the track & Andrew (for the good stuff)

Lunch: Serving TBT
Mid-Ohio selection

Dinner: ETA serving @8pm
Cajun wings
Steamed broccoli
Macaroni or potato salad (Kevin's choice)

Tues. ETA serving at 7:30am
Breakfast
Scrambled eggs
Bacon/Sausage links
Toast

Lunch: Serving TBT
Mid-Ohio selection

We have to be gone by dinner time, so your own your own.

Snacks are in cooler, veggies and fruits with all kinds of drinks. Chips and stuff will be on the table, along with whatever wonderful foods that Ant's wife has prepared for us.

You guys ready to leave yet?

csmith12 · June 11th, 2016, 04:50 PM

If something is not to your diet is on or off the menu, now is the time. ijs...

Sirref · June 11th, 2016, 04:51 PM

csmith12 · June 11th, 2016, 04:56 PM

Firepit, beers, cocktails & lies...

ETA Dark:30 Bring your chairs...

Koala · June 11th, 2016, 10:49 PM

Weather is looking good for Tuesday so far, they lowered the rain chance to 20%

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So how does this go and watch/hang out thing work? I have never been to this track, so don't know where to go/where to park etc. Is it hanging out in the garage area the whole time or is there places for people to watch the track (like bleachers or a grassy area or something)?

adouglas · June 12th, 2016, 03:47 AM

Soon....

csmith12 · June 12th, 2016, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Koala

Weather is looking good for Tuesday so far, they lowered the rain chance to 20%

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So how does this go and watch/hang out thing work? I have never been to this track, so don't know where to go/where to park etc. Is it hanging out in the garage area the whole time or is there places for people to watch the track (like bleachers or a grassy area or something)?

Enter at gate 3, stop and sign in at the security station and head down toward the tower and find a place to park (there will be plenty near the garages). Walk the 50ft to garage 12 and your good from there. You're free to go anywhere we can go aside of on the hot track surface. Basically... don't cross any fences.

You can watch from the tower (4th floor), one of the many sets of bleachers around the track but my favorite spot is around turn 8 (Madness) on the grassy knoll. You can even come down to cold pit row or go into the infield via the turn 1 bridge.

I got ya a chair in our pits. See ya there!

csmith12 · June 12th, 2016, 07:40 AM

Leaving in 2hrs... still a lot to load. I will be packed and stacked. 4 bikes and a small 4wheeler if I can make it fit.

Pick up my slack postin' for the next couple of days. My next check in will be from the track!

Safe ridin' and safe travel's ya'lls!

Koala · June 12th, 2016, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by csmith12

Enter at gate 3, stop and sign in at the security station and head down toward the tower and find a place to park (there will be plenty near the garages). Walk the 50ft to garage 12 and your good from there. You're free to go anywhere we can go aside of on the hot track surface. Basically... don't cross any fences.

You can watch from the tower (4th floor), one of the many sets of bleachers around the track but my favorite spot is around turn 8 (Madness) on the grassy knoll. You can even come down to cold pit row or go into the infield via the turn 1 bridge.

I got ya a chair in our pits. See ya there!

Thanks!

June 8th, 2016, 11:53 AM	#161
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	I'm in! Love track walks. __________________________________________________ I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem.

June 8th, 2016, 11:49 PM	#163
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	I'm in for a track walk for sure Also, if I can't get my ninja running right I'll be unfortunately skipping vir. Which means I'll be in for monday and tuesday __________________________________________________ I see you over there seeing me, do you see the me I think you see?

June 9th, 2016, 08:52 AM	#165
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	It is NOT going to rain. Right now it's calling for PERFECT weather, with a 50/50 possibility of a passing thundershower Tuesday afternoon. The forecast will have to deteriorate a whole lot for me to bring rain tires... and I've got slicks. __________________________________________________ I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem.

June 9th, 2016, 10:53 AM	#166
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. It is NOT going to rain. Andrew, I have learned much about the surface of mid-o in the wet (and dry for that matter). As a friend... DO NOT ride this track on slicks in the wet. If you want to throw on some other tires from my trailer, feel free. Your more than welcome. Otherwise, on street tires the track is fine in the wet BUT.... you need to follow me (or another coach) for a few laps to basically learn the wet line. I can tell you for 100% certainty, it's NOT what you think it might be. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 9th, 2016, 10:58 AM	#167
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	I'm not worried. Wunderground shows just one spike on Tuesday afternoon and if that happens I'll probably just sit out the session. I've had enough wet weather already this year... 2 out of 3 days have been soaking wet. Keeping an eye on the forecast. If it deteriorates no biggie... I just chuck the rain tires in the truck. __________________________________________________ I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem.
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June 8th, 2016, 12:09 PM	#162
Ducati999 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ant Location: Wooster Join Date: Dec 2013 Motorcycle(s): Ducati 999 2012 Ninja 250r Ducati748 Yellow finally running 2003 SV650 S (SOLD) Posts: A lot.	I am in for the track walk! It would help more after the first day or before we even get to ride the track. Walking Palmer really shows you why you do some of the things you do there. You cant really appreciate the entire track while running as fast as you can go! I will be bringing the 999 this time, seems like the big end is the cause of the clacking sound my bike is making! Looks like it will be a well built 916 when I am done!

June 9th, 2016, 08:40 AM	#164
Ducati999 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ant Location: Wooster Join Date: Dec 2013 Motorcycle(s): Ducati 999 2012 Ninja 250r Ducati748 Yellow finally running 2003 SV650 S (SOLD) Posts: A lot.	Excitement building, I have begun the packing process. I will stop and see what Cycle Gear has in stock for tires today. I think my current tires will be ok for the 2 days but I would rather have deep tread incase the "R" word happens! I think if I have new tires available then there is no chance for wet while if I dont have them I will be sure to need them! Oil change in progress and checking all the other things prior to loading---Come on Sunday!!!!!!!!!!!

June 9th, 2016, 04:32 PM	#168
Ducati999 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ant Location: Wooster Join Date: Dec 2013 Motorcycle(s): Ducati 999 2012 Ninja 250r Ducati748 Yellow finally running 2003 SV650 S (SOLD) Posts: A lot.	I dont require rain tires, I can go slow in the rain even on stock tires!

June 9th, 2016, 07:16 PM	#169
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	This will be different than your other wet days. When motogp riders say to alter your lines at this track, you listen. Period.... But... It will not rain... It will not rain... It will not rain... It will not rain... It will not rain... It will not rain... It will not rain... It will not rain... It will not rain... __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 10th, 2016, 06:59 AM	#170
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	2.5 days away!!!! __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 10th, 2016, 07:44 AM	#171
Ducati999 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ant Location: Wooster Join Date: Dec 2013 Motorcycle(s): Ducati 999 2012 Ninja 250r Ducati748 Yellow finally running 2003 SV650 S (SOLD) Posts: A lot.	OK since all the mystic chants have been made, and the weather VooDoo man agrees, and I believe I had a sign this morning that all is/will be well with the world--I am not buying tires. I will run my Angels and if I happen to burn them out, I will take the "take offs" Chris so kindly offered. I will just have to sit out should the worst happen. The loading process has begun and making the call of what to bring and what to leave is causing much distress. I am used to being way over prepared and leaving necessary things behind while I know that others will provide and share, is slowing my thought process. I plant to head out to Jays house at 6AM and should arrive at 8AM at the latest then we should have Andy on board by 9:30. The rest is all just details. This trip is going to be incredible and I cant wait to hang out with such a great group of guys and ride another awsome track! The clock is ticking and excitement is growing. Come on Sunday!

June 10th, 2016, 08:48 AM	#172
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	Would be nice if you could move that up a bit... getting there late when you have to be up and at 'em early is no fun. A theoretical 9:30 departure from here could have us unloading and setting up camp after sundown (which is at 9). Maybe not likely, but certainly possible. In theory it's 8.5 hours from here. That's if you never stop and don't encounter any issues at all. A lifetime of travel tells me that it never, ever works out that way. I'll even put my money where my mouth is, and bet you five bucks we won't be out of here by 9:30 if that's what you're planning on. Maybe it's just me being an old fart, but better IMHO to take the pressure off and have time when we get there to unwind, socialize, etc. I really don't want to end up having to unload stuff and get it all sorted in the morning. Mornings are for a shower, coffee, breakfast, mental preparation, gearing up and rider's meetings (hint, hint). Certainly not the end of the world if we do get a late start... after today I'll be in full vacation mode and relaxation is the name of the game. Get here when you can. All my stuff will be in the driveway ready to go. Weather forecast is deteriorating a tad for Tuesday but going to be perfect Monday. Keeping an eye on it. SO glad I picked up those rain tires.... __________________________________________________ I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem.

June 10th, 2016, 08:59 AM	#173
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	I am pegging your trip around 10hrs give or take... Unloading in the dark aint bad at this track. However, the issue of putting up a tent in the dark is no fun for me. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 10th, 2016, 10:09 AM	#174
tgold ninjette.org sage Name: Timm Location: West Seneca, NY Join Date: Oct 2015 Motorcycle(s): 2006 1050 Speed Triple, 2010 250 Ninja racebike, YZF320RR? Racebike Posts: 556 MOTM - Nov '15	Sounds like it'll be a blast! I'd like to get back to Mid-O sometime in the next year or so. Have fun y'all!
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June 10th, 2016, 10:11 AM	#175
Bigballsofpaint ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jay Location: CT Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2015 636 ABS - 69 Honda 305 Posts: A lot.	Im with Andy on time but its your truck and everything so im not going to badger too much. I think being able to leave my place for 7 would be ideal, andy is about an hour from me, prob a little less. Leaving his place by 8-830 I think should give us a decent amount of time. __________________________________________________ Current - 2015 30th Anniversary Ninja 636 ABS - 1969 Honda 305 Scrambler Previously - 2011 Ninja 1000, 2008 Ducati 848, 2011 Ninja 250 SE

June 10th, 2016, 10:17 AM	#176
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	My take offs... I have a few sets. Fat man power cups... Good for a couple of track days (120/180) Various q3's - Mostly 120/180 sizes 1 rear gpa 190 (good for N group or experienced rider, summertime, dry street use) Please use what you need or imma sell them for $20 a tire. I don't wanna take em home. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 10th, 2016, 10:22 AM	#177
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Wish you could come Timm, should be a great time. I will drink a beer for ya. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 10th, 2016, 11:35 AM	#178
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	Alrighty. I couldn't get my bike running right. The issue in the valves is proving to be new motor worthy With that said I'll be showing up on sunday night to ride both days. I'm thankful I'm able to ride with everyone and I'm looking forward to learning a lot! __________________________________________________ I see you over there seeing me, do you see the me I think you see?

June 10th, 2016, 11:40 AM	#179
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Your r6 awaits sir.... bummer about your bike, but treat my bike as it if were you own. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School
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June 10th, 2016, 01:44 PM	#180
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	I am starting to load the trailer and truck gentlemen. From here on out until this is done, I will not be posting as much. Pick up my slack, safe travels and see you there. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 10th, 2016, 03:45 PM	#181
Ducati999 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ant Location: Wooster Join Date: Dec 2013 Motorcycle(s): Ducati 999 2012 Ninja 250r Ducati748 Yellow finally running 2003 SV650 S (SOLD) Posts: A lot.	Safe travel to all this weekend! Ben, glad you will be with us both days. Sorry to hear about the issues with your bike but you will have a bike and plenty of track time anyways! Jay and Andy, Sent a PM to you to sort out departure times and final details. My wife just finished rolling 60 spring rolls for us and she will be firing up the Stick rice in the morning! We will be well fed if nothing else. Chris, I would love to pick up one of the take offs you have. My 999 takes a 195/55 for the rear but they do use a 180 at times. I would gladly pay $20 for a useable replacement. Tick tock time to leave is rapidly approaching!

June 10th, 2016, 05:16 PM	#182
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	Work complete - DONE. I'm now in full-on vacation mode. WOO HOOOOOOOO __________________________________________________ I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem.
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June 11th, 2016, 04:11 AM	#183
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	Forecast update: Monday: Could not possibly be better. PERFECT. Tuesday morning:Could not possibly be better. PERFECT. Tuesday afternoon: 30+% chance of a thunderstorm 12-3 pm. 80+% chance of a thunderstorm from 3-6 pm. They're calling for total rainfall of only .14 inches, so that means a passing storm, not constant rain. Could be just a shower and then the track dries. Summer forecasts change fast, and I could always just sit out the last two sessions if it does start coming down, but at this time I'm planning on bringing the rains. If it does rain on us, I think people should start calling me "rain man." I'm batting 1000 so far this year. Those rain tires are, in retrospect, one of the best purchases I've made in a long time. __________________________________________________ I am NOT an adrenaline junkie, I'm a skill junkie. - csmith12 Nam et ipsa scientia potestas est. Heri historia. Cras mysterium. Hodie donum est. Carpe diem.

June 11th, 2016, 11:43 AM	#184
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Update Track Difficulty Mode: HARD Guys, I hurt my leg (took a kick to the leg in TKD class making the videos with my son). If we were riding today, I couldn't. I should be good to go for Mon. & Tues. Although I KNOW... it will be sore. I will keep you up to date. Yes, I am still coming, nothing is changing right now. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 11th, 2016, 12:12 PM	#185
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	On the plus side.... I have a sweet pimp limp going on. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 11th, 2016, 01:08 PM	#186
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	You got hurt fighting people, I got hurt riding pedal bikes. Great minds think alike. Chicks dig scars, right?
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June 11th, 2016, 01:12 PM	#187
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Ouch! Look at that bruise just shy of your collar bone!!!! You hit pretty hard no doubt! __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 11th, 2016, 01:25 PM	#188
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	I went over the handlebars when I botched a small drop-off right after a berm and my bike desided to rapidly stop on a large boulder. Like actually flew. I'm kicking myself because I know I could have handled that differently and either a) half cleared the boulder to avoid getting launched and had a less severe crash or b) rode it out and barely avoided the boulder and pooped my pants. I was riding a little tight and was working on loosening up that lap. I gotta check over the bike, but I'm totally ready to ride again!!! I want another crack at that section of trail. I 'm already sore though. Shoulder is swollen and stiff.

June 11th, 2016, 01:30 PM	#189
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Just do what I do Chone, just up the difficulty of the track. Trial Mode: HARD Riding injured is a test of one's mind. So you still in for a visit Mon. or Tues? @Everyone - T-minus 24h till departure, will be loading the bikes in a bit. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School
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June 11th, 2016, 01:40 PM	#190
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	Riding injured is beast, so rewarding afterwards __________________________________________________ I see you over there seeing me, do you see the me I think you see?

June 11th, 2016, 04:48 PM	#192
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Tour de fair... Sunday: ETA serving @ 8:30pm Grilled ribeye steak Steamed asparagus Parmesan and garlic linguine Monday: ETA serving at 7:15am Breakfast Bagels with whipped cream cheese Coffee provided by the track & Andrew (for the good stuff) Lunch: Serving TBT Mid-Ohio selection Dinner: ETA serving @8pm Cajun wings Steamed broccoli Macaroni or potato salad (Kevin's choice) Tues. ETA serving at 7:30am Breakfast Scrambled eggs Bacon/Sausage links Toast Lunch: Serving TBT Mid-Ohio selection We have to be gone by dinner time, so your own your own. Snacks are in cooler, veggies and fruits with all kinds of drinks. Chips and stuff will be on the table, along with whatever wonderful foods that Ant's wife has prepared for us. You guys ready to leave yet? __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School
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June 11th, 2016, 04:50 PM	#193
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	If something is not to your diet is on or off the menu, now is the time. ijs... __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 11th, 2016, 04:51 PM	#194
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	__________________________________________________ I see you over there seeing me, do you see the me I think you see?

June 11th, 2016, 04:56 PM	#195
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Firepit, beers, cocktails & lies... ETA Dark:30 Bring your chairs... __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

June 11th, 2016, 10:49 PM	#196
Koala ninjette.org sage Name: Koala Location: Ohio Join Date: May 2016 Motorcycle(s): 2017 Ninja 300 Winter Test Edition Posts: 589 MOTM - May '18	Weather is looking good for Tuesday so far, they lowered the rain chance to 20% . So how does this go and watch/hang out thing work? I have never been to this track, so don't know where to go/where to park etc. Is it hanging out in the garage area the whole time or is there places for people to watch the track (like bleachers or a grassy area or something)?