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cagedmini

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781 posts

175 months

Wednesday 11th April 2012
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Hi apologies if ive missed something but id just like to ask how do I go about doing trackdays? Do you have to register someplace or just turn up? And finally is it worth it for me? I only have a classic mini cooper and its not too fast, dont wanna be in the way all day!
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mmm-five

12,298 posts

313 months

Wednesday 11th April 2012
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You can't 'just turn up' except at the 'Ring on a Tourist day.

You'll need to book yourself onto an event and pay up-front. The choice of provider may simply be down to which one has the track day at the circuit/date you want.

Don't worry about being too slow or getting in people's way - if you move to the right on the straights when you see someone faster approaching then you'll be fine.

I'd recommend Bookatrack myself, but there are a fair few other TDOs (track day organisers).

I'd also recommend you try a novice/taster day first, and take advantage of any free instruction offered.

RedSpike66

2,343 posts

241 months

Wednesday 11th April 2012
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Go to the ATDO website to see the list of accredited track day organisers - helps with insurance - and then checkout the organiser website for dates.

You will need a helmet, and your car will have to pass exhsaust noise test. Thats about it for getting in. Lots of other practical stuff do/check before the day like tyres, brakes etc.