1st time on a track suggestions
Discussion
Hi all,
My brother is back from California for a couple of weeks, I have taken next Friday the 1st of August as a holiday, and I am planning a day out for just him and I.
A couple of years ago he bought me an open track day at Silverstone which unfortunately I never got round to doing.
I live in Gerrards Cross, M40/M25 junction, and was thinking of taking the Tiv so we could both have a bit of relaxed track fun. Emphasis is on relaxed, ie not competitive as we are both track virgins.
I guess Silverstone is probable the nearest, just thought I would ask here to see if anyone has any suggestions.
Cheers,
Steve
ETA, Friday the 1st in the morning is when we would be wanting said fun.
My brother is back from California for a couple of weeks, I have taken next Friday the 1st of August as a holiday, and I am planning a day out for just him and I.
A couple of years ago he bought me an open track day at Silverstone which unfortunately I never got round to doing.
I live in Gerrards Cross, M40/M25 junction, and was thinking of taking the Tiv so we could both have a bit of relaxed track fun. Emphasis is on relaxed, ie not competitive as we are both track virgins.
I guess Silverstone is probable the nearest, just thought I would ask here to see if anyone has any suggestions.
Cheers,
Steve
ETA, Friday the 1st in the morning is when we would be wanting said fun.
Have a look here
http://www.trackdays.co.uk/calendar/
I hads a look at other sites, but nothing else for 1st Aug.
http://www.trackdays.co.uk/calendar/
I hads a look at other sites, but nothing else for 1st Aug.
Don't know about tracks for you but the first thing I would do would be to download a decibel meter app onto your phone and check how loud your car is, that may stop you going on a few track days. Second would be to make sure that I had decent brake pads up front, as only being able to do one hot lap before brake fade kicks in is really annoying 
All trackdays are non-competetive but there's always a few who don't get it and drive like bell-ends. Then again, the same can be said for on the road and even at the top levels of motorsport.
I would suggest getting a black cross on yellow backgroun 'novice' sticker for the back of the car. Driving a TVR on the track comes with some 'expectations' from others.
Next, relax, don't get flustered and concentrate. Listen to the morning briefing and ask questions if you're unsure. It's likely they'll have some form of tuition available and, imhe, well worth taking.
I've done 9 trackdays to date - 6 in my Bora and 3 in my S - and I'm keeping the novice stickers on.
Read the bumpf they send you before going to the track. Make sure you have all your paperwork before heading there.
Car prep is important. Check ALL the fluids and tyre pressures. Take spare fluids with you. Take cash for petrol. I used almost a tank full at Anglesey and exactly a tank at Snetterton. Fuel maynot be available on site so a jerry can for emergency top up would be useful.
There's loads more but the above is a good place to start.
Don't forget, there's a mini TVR meet at Snetterton on the 22nd Sept. You know you deserve it.
http://www.javelintrackdays.co.uk/trackday/index.p...
Although the Chim boys have been scared away by the presence of a couple of S's so have yet to book
I would suggest getting a black cross on yellow backgroun 'novice' sticker for the back of the car. Driving a TVR on the track comes with some 'expectations' from others.
Next, relax, don't get flustered and concentrate. Listen to the morning briefing and ask questions if you're unsure. It's likely they'll have some form of tuition available and, imhe, well worth taking.
I've done 9 trackdays to date - 6 in my Bora and 3 in my S - and I'm keeping the novice stickers on.
Read the bumpf they send you before going to the track. Make sure you have all your paperwork before heading there.
Car prep is important. Check ALL the fluids and tyre pressures. Take spare fluids with you. Take cash for petrol. I used almost a tank full at Anglesey and exactly a tank at Snetterton. Fuel maynot be available on site so a jerry can for emergency top up would be useful.
There's loads more but the above is a good place to start.
Don't forget, there's a mini TVR meet at Snetterton on the 22nd Sept. You know you deserve it.
http://www.javelintrackdays.co.uk/trackday/index.p...
Although the Chim boys have been scared away by the presence of a couple of S's so have yet to book
s p a c e m a n said:
Don't know about tracks for you but the first thing I would do would be to download a decibel meter app onto your phone and check how loud your car is, that may stop you going on a few track days. Second would be to make sure that I had decent brake pads up front, as only being able to do one hot lap before brake fade kicks in is really annoying
That's sound advice thank youmk1fan said:
All trackdays are non-competetive but there's always a few who don't get it and drive like bell-ends. Then again, the same can be said for on the road and even at the top levels of motorsport.
I would suggest getting a black cross on yellow backgroun 'novice' sticker for the back of the car. Driving a TVR on the track comes with some 'expectations' from others.
Next, relax, don't get flustered and concentrate. Listen to the morning briefing and ask questions if you're unsure. It's likely they'll have some form of tuition available and, imhe, well worth taking.
I've done 9 trackdays to date - 6 in my Bora and 3 in my S - and I'm keeping the novice stickers on.
Read the bumpf they send you before going to the track. Make sure you have all your paperwork before heading there.
Car prep is important. Check ALL the fluids and tyre pressures. Take spare fluids with you. Take cash for petrol. I used almost a tank full at Anglesey and exactly a tank at Snetterton. Fuel maynot be available on site so a jerry can for emergency top up would be useful.
There's loads more but the above is a good place to start.
Don't forget, there's a mini TVR meet at Snetterton on the 22nd Sept. You know you deserve it.
http://www.javelintrackdays.co.uk/trackday/index.p...
Although the Chim boys have been scared away by the presence of a couple of S's so have yet to book
Excellent info thank you. The novice badge is not something I have ever heard of, think I will plaster the car with them.I would suggest getting a black cross on yellow backgroun 'novice' sticker for the back of the car. Driving a TVR on the track comes with some 'expectations' from others.
Next, relax, don't get flustered and concentrate. Listen to the morning briefing and ask questions if you're unsure. It's likely they'll have some form of tuition available and, imhe, well worth taking.
I've done 9 trackdays to date - 6 in my Bora and 3 in my S - and I'm keeping the novice stickers on.
Read the bumpf they send you before going to the track. Make sure you have all your paperwork before heading there.
Car prep is important. Check ALL the fluids and tyre pressures. Take spare fluids with you. Take cash for petrol. I used almost a tank full at Anglesey and exactly a tank at Snetterton. Fuel maynot be available on site so a jerry can for emergency top up would be useful.
There's loads more but the above is a good place to start.
Don't forget, there's a mini TVR meet at Snetterton on the 22nd Sept. You know you deserve it.
http://www.javelintrackdays.co.uk/trackday/index.p...
Although the Chim boys have been scared away by the presence of a couple of S's so have yet to book
steveT350C said:
Excellent info thank you. The novice badge is not something I have ever heard of, think I will plaster the car with them.
I have considered getting some 'Professional Mobile Chicane' sponsorship sitckers made up but get distracted by shiney bits that 'need' to be fitted 
Trackaction Online give the stickers out at the briefing. Javelin haven't on the days I've done with them. For the few £s they are I'd get one ahead of the event. Plus it shows everyone 'on the street' how hard you are in doing trackdays.
Edited by mk1fan on Tuesday 22 July 12:14
mk1fan said:
Although the Chim boys have been scared away by the presence of a couple of S's so have yet to book
Nope I'm not taking the bait, not a chance, not ever. 
Mind you, quite a cheap day, the weather might be ok, good circuit
Ok I'm going to do it......
Dammit, how did that happen
Something I forgot to include above.
It's very important to pace yourself. There's a big rush in the morning and just after lunch and the track can be quite full. Also, you'll be suprised how much effort it takes. Snacks and drinks are important - more so in hot weather.
I do 20-30 minutes at a time on the circuit - or less if the car shows signs of needing a rest. Then a same length break.
Also, I like to sit the first 20-30 minutes out and let everyone settle down. This tends to put me out of sync with the faster guys to.
Finally, you're there for the day. It's amazing how many people stop / leave around 3pmish. On all but one of my trackdays I've been on track at close of play and almost had it to myself.
Now, where are all these Chim boys? Come on!
It's very important to pace yourself. There's a big rush in the morning and just after lunch and the track can be quite full. Also, you'll be suprised how much effort it takes. Snacks and drinks are important - more so in hot weather.
I do 20-30 minutes at a time on the circuit - or less if the car shows signs of needing a rest. Then a same length break.
Also, I like to sit the first 20-30 minutes out and let everyone settle down. This tends to put me out of sync with the faster guys to.
Finally, you're there for the day. It's amazing how many people stop / leave around 3pmish. On all but one of my trackdays I've been on track at close of play and almost had it to myself.
Now, where are all these Chim boys? Come on!
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