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Will attend, great way to learn | 4 | 36.36% | |
Would love to, but... (may be) | 5 | 45.45% | |
I know how to drive my car, will not attend | 2 | 18.18% | |
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12-29-2014, 08:58 AM | #1 |
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We have been hearing from many to include the press, independent reviewers, and new owners etc., that the F8x platform is different to drive than previous M cars, and it requires a healthy dose of respect and understanding of driving dynamics. So I guess we all have been warned beforehand.
Taking the comments to heart, I propose we all (at least the East Coast owners) attend a driving event at VIR with the Tarheel Chapter of BMW CCA. As you may be aware BMW CCA driving events are well organized with superb instructors with a special focus on safety and learning proper driving techniques. It is not a competitive event, but one focused on exploring our cars, weaknesses in our driving techniques and learning to close the gap. As such I don't think there is a better place to learn our new cars on a track like VIR. Although I am sure you have all seen videos of VIR, it is one of the best tracks in the US and one that is as picturesque as it is technical; here is a typical VIR video: If you are interested in joining, it appears that the registration for the April 2015 3-day event will be open around mid-January. You can also get more information about Tarheel's DE program here: http://www.tarheelbmwcca.org/track.html What say you? Tarheel Prices: Student 2-day Saturday – Sunday driving school $450 A+/Solo 3-day Friday-Sunday driving school $675 Helmet Rental $35.00 Last edited by FTS; 01-11-2015 at 12:27 PM.. |
12-29-2014, 09:40 AM | #2 |
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I completely agree with your sentiment, but I'll add two things:
1. I'm planning on doing some HPDE in New Jersey (i.e. NJMP) and the Poconos with either my local CCA chapter or similar. Maybe even Porsche Car Club. With a newborn and toddler, it's much easier to drive 1-2 hours away. 2. Oktoberfest 2015 is at NJMP and there will be a good chance to have some fun and learning there |
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However, Oktoberfest at NJMP is also a very good venue, I will add that to my calendar as well |
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Um is the last option the traditional I'm a man, I know what I'm doing?
I would love it if we could send others to these. Last night a 335i driver was too busy making sure he kept in front of me to bother to see the minivans and stuff he cut pretty damn close. These cars collect idiots. (yes, I'm aware I'm one of them)
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12-29-2014, 09:59 AM | #5 |
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..., and I don't need stinking direction from any body
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Yeah, I have to own up to this. The navigator lady Candy gets me lost every time because the female voice gets me always to disobey. It's pretty sad though when I know I should take the directions and be on time and then my inner rebel strikes and as a result anything can happen. :/
Oh well, I'm only 32, maybe I will still grow up someday.
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12-29-2014, 10:49 AM | #7 |
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Tarheel is my local chapter, and I've been waiting on my F80 to do DE. I never got around to it when I had my last M3.
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This sounds like a great idea. My M4 feels totally different from my 2012 M3 and this would be a nice opportunity to become better acquainted with the M4 and meet like minded individuals. FTS, where are you located in MD? I did my residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore and lived there for 6 years.
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Haha! I'm 49 and my dear wife would tell you in detail how I never grew up. I hope you never do, life if more fun this way
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I do not know at this time Accel. They sometimes do allow that and offer a reduced price, but I think we'll know more details about the event organization first half of January. |
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Glad to see some folks interested in hitting the track this year. VIR is easily one of the best tracks on the East Coast. I was there for the IMSA races in August and our parade laps and hot laps were a blast! I'd love to get down there for an HPDE this year if my calendar allows it.
While we haven't announced them yet, NCC will have 3 HPDEs at Summit this year (one on each circuit) as another option.
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FTS - count me in.
What I would be very interested in beyond track time and instruction is also time on a skidpad. Does the session also include this? Thinking out loud, if M3/M4 members from the region are interested, why not try to rent a skidpad as a group - perhaps at VIR or Summit Point? Cheers |
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Also, I know we can rent the skid pad(s) at Summit Point for a very nominal fee, which I think is a great idea. I'll look into it, I'd like to do skidpad for a day with 5-6 ppl |
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01-19-2015, 07:52 AM | #16 |
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We've just opened registration for our 3 HPDEs this year. All of our events include skid pad sessions, excellent instrution, and plenty of seat time.
http://msreg.com/NCC-HPDE-April2015-Jefferson http://msreg.com/NCC-HPDE-May2015-SummitPointMain http://msreg.com/NCC-HPDE-October2015-Shenandoah Summit Point has been posting pics on their Facebook page about all the safety improvements and renovations taking place over the winter. Should be a great track season! The Tarheel Chapter has their dates set at VIR and registration will open very soon: http://tarheelbmwcca.motorsportreg.com/
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I'm glad you had a good time on Jefferson; when's your next track day?
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01-23-2015, 10:30 AM | #20 |
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I would really like to hear why people would like to come to the track, but don't.
Cars still under warranty make the best prospects!
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I can give you my reasons, and they won't be something you haven't heard before: Although I started this thread and I will join the event if there is enough interest eventually, I do not attend BMW CCA DEs because:
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