RAF Marham Track Day - It's Back - 26/27 Sep 15

[QBee]

Fewer than on a regular track day, as the circuit swallows them. I did one of my first TDs at Marham and thoroughly enjoyed it. Loads of track width. You won't have any problems

[p200msd]

ColinGr said:

Hi guys, I have a couple of questions for the more experienced trackdayers. I'm seriously considering attending this event but it is over 20 years since I have done a track day and I'm obviously a bit rusty but my questions are more around the car and wear and tear. As it will be my first event for a long time I wouldn't kick the arse out of the amount of time spent on track, probably 2-3 laps at a time. How harsh is the surface on tyres at Marham? I have just the one set and the car is quite heavy ('99 Corvette) and it goes without saying that I will ensure the brakes are up to the job.

As the event itself, how 'aggressive' are other drivers at track days? When I did them before most people were fine but there was always the minority element who wanted to race door to door, is this still the case?

Thanks in advance.

Hi Colin,
The track is fairly grippy as it isn't a normal road, but most people drive there (and back ;-)) with only the set of tyres they arrive with and are fine! If you arrive with a decent set of tyres, you'll be more than able to drive back on them.

Regarding aggressive driving, we want the weekend to be pleasurable to all, so whilst rubbing might be racing for BTCC, we do not take kindly to this sort of thing as it increases the likelihood of an accident and the event is about enjoying your car not someone sat right up your chuff! If you are faster, overtake, simple as! :-) Anyone driving deliberately dangerously will be black flagged.

Regards,
Track Day Team.

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ColinGr said:

Thank you, the size of the circuit does appeal. Just out of interest how many cars are usually on the track at any time?

Thanks QBee. We allow up to approximately 50 cars max, but as has been said, the track is very wide (50 metres wide for the most part) that you will always have room, and because it's an open track, we can space people out around the course so you get freedom to navigate the corners without being in the middle of a melee!

Regards,
Track Day Team.

[Buncy]

ColinGr said:

Thank you, the size of the circuit does appeal. Just out of interest how many cars are usually on the track at any time?

As said before there is normally no more than 50 (max)cars as not every one is on at the same time. This is a normal amount for any UK track day but most tracks are around 2 miles long and ours is around 4 miles long. This equates to roughly 12 cars per mile of track which isn't many at all.
Marham is a great starter track for the track day novice or an experienced driver who wants something different. With wide run offs leading to grass and nothing more than a cone to knock down should your talent run dry and friendly advice in the pits, you will feel more confident after attending this event.

[p200msd]

There is still a little while longer to reserve your place on this event!

[elwood106]

Booked on for the Sunday in the Vortx

[p200msd]

elwood106 said:

Booked on for the Sunday in the Vortx

Good man!! What's a Vortx?? Something a bit special?

[elwood106]

MNR Vortx, R1 powered kitcar I built, likely to one of last runs out with it before I move onto new project(s). Think there may be another one joining us

[xstian]

Is there a list of car attending each day?

[Buncy]

xstian said:

Is there a list of car attending each day?

We do not publish this information to protect the privacy of individuals attending the event, unless they wish to do so themselves.

kind Regards

Marham Track Day Team

[p200msd]

elwood106 said:

MNR Vortx, R1 powered kitcar I built, likely to one of last runs out with it before I move onto new project(s). Think there may be another one joining us

Sounds an impressive machine, looking forward to seeing this accelerate away!

[B'stard Child]

Paypal threw a right wobbly - now I seem to be in situation where I can't get back to my application and it won't let me start a new one......

Can you reset an entry or ping me a payment request based on the entry details

[xstian]

Buncy said:

xstian said:

Is there a list of car attending each day?

We do not publish this information to protect the privacy of individuals attending the event, unless they wish to do so themselves.

kind Regards

Marham Track Day Team

Ok, that's fair enough. I'm bringing a Suzuki Ignis Sport. If any one wants to add there car to the list.

1- Suzuki Ignis Sport

[MrMattLaw]

I'll be coming with Mark in the other MNR, can't wait! Those long straights are going to be a killer though!

[p200msd]

B'stard Child said:

Paypal threw a right wobbly - now I seem to be in situation where I can't get back to my application and it won't let me start a new one......

Can you reset an entry or ping me a payment request based on the entry details

I'll get our man on it BC!! Watch this space...

[rtv]

B'stard Child said:

Paypal threw a right wobbly - now I seem to be in situation where I can't get back to my application and it won't let me start a new one......

Can you reset an entry or ping me a payment request based on the entry details

Should have sorted this Ian, can you try again and let me know please!

Rob

[Buncy]

PayPal issue should be fixed

[rtv]

MrMattLaw said:

I'll be coming with Mark in the other MNR, can't wait! Those long straights are going to be a killer though!

Just cruise the straights, there's no rush!

[p200msd]

Cheers Rob / Buncey!

[perdu]

Hi team

Do you want a heads up put out on any other BBs/forums?

I can pop it into the MG forums for Sprites and Midgets if you like

We might get a few players from there

b