cfjan

I had no idea how popular these DEs are! I finally started looking into track days.. joined the PCA, looked into the CVR chapter, and when I went to the website to sign up, both October and November dates are filled up (for Green group).

I e-mailed the DE chair of the chapter and I was told that usually it sold out within a hour.. (wow!) I am glad to hear about the passion that folks show toward DEs, but I am pretty bummed out.. thought I can squeeze one in before the year end / snow comes!

At least now I know I need to act quick next time. I might do the "Taste of Track" thing for $40. (The instructor give you a ride for a session to let you know what it is like..)

AllanJ

Try other groups like the BMW club, etc. Not sure who holds track days in your area, but on the other side of the continent there are several groups that put on decent track days and they often open up registration to non-members.

Good luck!

cfjan

Yeah, I only looked into the PCA events because I thought I should get some 911 specific instruction (due to the unique layout of the car, hence the driving style required..).

No HTwo O

Call the DE Chair, and offer-up some of your volunteer time for the event. Maybe he/she can work you in for part of the event.

Bob Rouleau

There are web sites which list all track days. If you ae thinking of the Glen, there are lots of clubs going there and the odds of your finding a place are good. Google to find those web sites.

cfjan

I am looking into Lime Rock.. (Glen is a little bit far from me..)

Obviously, other clubs will be an option, but I was hoping to do my 1st DE w/ PCA! ha!

I will look into the volunteering opportunities.. !

Bob Rouleau

If this is your first event, don't worry aboout 911 specific instruction. The basics are the same for all cars. Once you have more experience then yes the 911's characteristics become more important.

VERBOTN

cfjan:
the 48hrs in FL is sooooo nuttty that my mates would que-up their computers and register at 12:01am seemingly at 12:02 the event is nearly full. They are fantastic events be persistent and you will have a great time.

Cheers.

mooty

bmwcca is usually very good. lots of great instructors and a LOT of bimmerheads also drive/race porsches.

IamSMC

But well worth the drive

4porsh

True that

rodneyr

These days Lime Rock does not have as many days as in the past because of the Lime Rock "Club". As others said try other clubs. You can try BMW CVC or Patoon at Lime Rock Oct 16,17 -- these will be my last 2 days for the season. As Mooty mentioned many of the BMWCCA instructors (including me) drive Porsches.

I know it is far, but if you open yourself up to Watkins Glen I promise you will not have trouble getting in especially this time of the year.

eugene

Connecticut valley BMW has an event on 10/16
Patroon BMW ( NY ) has an event on 10/17
Both at Lime Rock.

lewie911

hey guy check out the BMW DE at lightning NJ Motorsports south Jersey ...they may have some days open October 28th

Crazy Canuck

The Glen is awesome.