2014 Le mans Classic, Picture thread.
Discussion
B1GRLM said:
Fantastic Gary. One day I hope to be able to take photos like that. Really enjoyed looking through your sets. Thanks for sharing.
Brian
fatboy18 said:
robably someone going on holiday trying to avoid the toll roads
HahahhahaLove your video Mark. Did you stop of for a flask of tea and a hobnob at the second chicane.
No track laps for me this year so had to make do with a few blats around the road sections before the roads were closed for the event. Was gutted for everyone on Saturday morning when I woke to see the rain.
Brian.
V8BJC said:
fatboy18 said:
robably someone going on holiday trying to avoid the toll roads
HahahhahaLove your video Mark. Did you stop of for a flask of tea and a hobnob at the second chicane.
No track laps for me this year so had to make do with a few blats around the road sections before the roads were closed for the event. Was gutted for everyone on Saturday morning when I woke to see the rain.
Brian.
I know its just supposed to be Parade laps but we should not have been out with those old cars from the 1930s and 50s. The missus was scared senseless
I do think the organisers should send out a letter to each car club laying out in clear terms what they expect from drivers when on track, IE, Slow cars keep right, No stopping on the main start finish straight, saw this happen again later in the day and it was another Porsche driver waiting for a mate to catch up! Many drivers do not know flag warning colours either, (oil on track), etc.
I would love a picture of my car on track, I think the organisers could make a fortune if they took pictures of cars on track then sell them to you, I know I would have bought one.
V8BJC said:
What's the story with the caravan being towed on the track
You mean this?IMG_6185 by furtive, on Flickr
It was on Sunday after the racing finished. I think it was just one of the marshals taking the opportunity to drive the circuit. Many of them have caravans and camp near their post for the weekend.
He got a huge cheer from the remaining crowd when he went past.
monamimate said:
Were these past winners displayed in an area open to the general public?
Yes, in the village area they had 4 cars on display that represented 4 new technologies that had been used at Le Mans over the years (Audi Diesel, Audi hybrid, Mazda rotary, Sauber Group C ground effect) fatboy18 said:
Have to say that really was a damp one As for the twitchy bit at indy corner, found out there had been a bit of oil on track, one or two others experienced the same issue.
I know its just supposed to be Parade laps but we should not have been out with those old cars from the 1930s and 50s. The missus was scared senseless
I do think the organisers should send out a letter to each car club laying out in clear terms what they expect from drivers when on track, IE, Slow cars keep right, No stopping on the main start finish straight, saw this happen again later in the day and it was another Porsche driver waiting for a mate to catch up! Many drivers do not know flag warning colours either, (oil on track), etc.
I would love a picture of my car on track, I think the organisers could make a fortune if they took pictures of cars on track then sell them to you, I know I would have bought one.
I agree with what you say. While a parade it is a huge track to control and people tend to go for it without any regard to track rules. Some are just outright nutters and a danger to all. Unlikely that I will do it again due to this. I know its just supposed to be Parade laps but we should not have been out with those old cars from the 1930s and 50s. The missus was scared senseless
I do think the organisers should send out a letter to each car club laying out in clear terms what they expect from drivers when on track, IE, Slow cars keep right, No stopping on the main start finish straight, saw this happen again later in the day and it was another Porsche driver waiting for a mate to catch up! Many drivers do not know flag warning colours either, (oil on track), etc.
I would love a picture of my car on track, I think the organisers could make a fortune if they took pictures of cars on track then sell them to you, I know I would have bought one.
Sounds like you had a good result though scaring the OH. Boys trip only from now on then. Lol
Next time, let me know when you are on track and I'll try and get some shots for you. Was going to do the cobra lads this year but stayed in bed when I realised it was pouring down.
Colin popped over on the evening before we set off for Le Mans I got the impression that he would have gladly jumped in the passenger seat and come with us.
Top result getting on wheeler dealers. I love that show. Mike and Ed seem like good blokes and real petrolheads. Was it arranged or was you just lucky to be there?
Brian
V8BJC said:
fatboy18 said:
Have to say that really was a damp one As for the twitchy bit at indy corner, found out there had been a bit of oil on track, one or two others experienced the same issue.
I know its just supposed to be Parade laps but we should not have been out with those old cars from the 1930s and 50s. The missus was scared senseless
I do think the organisers should send out a letter to each car club laying out in clear terms what they expect from drivers when on track, IE, Slow cars keep right, No stopping on the main start finish straight, saw this happen again later in the day and it was another Porsche driver waiting for a mate to catch up! Many drivers do not know flag warning colours either, (oil on track), etc.
I would love a picture of my car on track, I think the organisers could make a fortune if they took pictures of cars on track then sell them to you, I know I would have bought one.
I agree with what you say. While a parade it is a huge track to control and people tend to go for it without any regard to track rules. Some are just outright nutters and a danger to all. Unlikely that I will do it again due to this. I know its just supposed to be Parade laps but we should not have been out with those old cars from the 1930s and 50s. The missus was scared senseless
I do think the organisers should send out a letter to each car club laying out in clear terms what they expect from drivers when on track, IE, Slow cars keep right, No stopping on the main start finish straight, saw this happen again later in the day and it was another Porsche driver waiting for a mate to catch up! Many drivers do not know flag warning colours either, (oil on track), etc.
I would love a picture of my car on track, I think the organisers could make a fortune if they took pictures of cars on track then sell them to you, I know I would have bought one.
Sounds like you had a good result though scaring the OH. Boys trip only from now on then. Lol
Next time, let me know when you are on track and I'll try and get some shots for you. Was going to do the cobra lads this year but stayed in bed when I realised it was pouring down.
Colin popped over on the evening before we set off for Le Mans I got the impression that he would have gladly jumped in the passenger seat and come with us.
Top result getting on wheeler dealers. I love that show. Mike and Ed seem like good blokes and real petrolheads. Was it arranged or was you just lucky to be there?
Brian
furtive said:
monamimate said:
Were these past winners displayed in an area open to the general public?
Yes, in the village area they had 4 cars on display that represented 4 new technologies that had been used at Le Mans over the years (Audi Diesel, Audi hybrid, Mazda rotary, Sauber Group C ground effect) Judging by the generally positive comments here, seems this is a more welcoming/ accommodating event than the main 24H race...
monamimate said:
Judging by the generally positive comments here, seems this is a more welcoming/ accommodating event than the main 24H race...
Absolutely. It's no problem getting up close and personal to the cars in the paddock and the owners etc are more than happy to answer questionsAncelin said:
Have you all seen this wonderful beast ? For me my best find of the week-end, what a car !!!!
Jaguar XJ220 S TWR par A.S. Automobiles, sur Flickr
He was in yet same track laps as me...slightly surreal to say the least but also very Jaguar XJ220 S TWR par A.S. Automobiles, sur Flickr
B1GRLM said:
Fatboy18, parade lap photos.
At the 2012 event I spent 1 1/2 hours photographing the parade laps for friends in the Marcos / Morgan clubs and everything else on track.
I sold 3 photos, and one person never paid me, it's really not worth it!
Thing is how many knew you were taking photos? Sorry to hear you did not get paid, that sucks At the 2012 event I spent 1 1/2 hours photographing the parade laps for friends in the Marcos / Morgan clubs and everything else on track.
I sold 3 photos, and one person never paid me, it's really not worth it!
Thing is I keep thinking about Theme parks, how they get pics of all those faces on a roller coaster? Also Ski runs where they have a small timed course and a camera at the end.
So my idea would be to set up a couple of places on track where drivers knew there car would be photographed, then after your parade lap you go to the photo booth, look at the shot and decide if you would like to buy it.
Example:
Parade laps 8am Lap 1 .......
Parade lap 8:35 Lap 1 ....... etc, etc
You get the idea
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