James-man

I watched one of TD in DC's videos on the computer before driving at VIR for my first time. You really do not get good depth perspective from a video.

I found the video helpful in initally learning the track because I gained familiarity with the sequence of turns around the track. The video did not help me take the turns but helped me remain aware of what comes next such as up climbing esses you go left right left right LLLEEFFT. It took me nearly the entire weekend before I even started coming close to using the whole track on that LLLEEEFT. There is a lot of track there @ turn 10.

I just read the 3 page link you provided. That looks good - would have helped me out, that is for sure. It wasn't until the end of the weekend that I realized that I didn't have to do all of my braking on turn 14. Brake 3/4, turn in left, brake the remaining 1/4 then turn right. The rolling hills seem like an ominous place to go off track but there is a little bit of speed to be carried after the long straight. I would have benefitted by studying text instead of just video before my first VIR visit, but either way a great time to be had there!

Enjoy!

Brian_77_3.6

Chris,

I did the VIR Zone 2 event last year with a few of the other RTR track junkies. Long ride to get there and back home but worth the effort. 1st day last year we did the "Grand Course" which includes a different infield section then I could find on any video or written description and had a hard time getting that part of the course to have any consistent line. The last two days of the event we used the standard full course and the videos I had watched certainly better prepared me for the full course. By the third day VIR began to feel comfortable and consistent. I did take an instructor out with me the morning of day two and that also helped a lot with the learning curve. The only problem I had was with high winds in the back straight making passing a bit of a challenge. Wind would move you at least a car width when you got hit by a gust. There a first experience for everything on a track and the wind just added another check mark to the list of been there done that. Intend to go back again this year and drop a few more seconds of those lap times. Hope you will be part of the RTR VIR or bust group this year.

Bigpinekey

Here's a link the "Viper Attack" video at VIR on the start finish straight:

http://jeffsweb.net/viperattack.php

Man, everytime I watch that video, it gets my attention.

forklift

Welcome Falcon! When are you going to buy a GT3?

Bigpinekey

Hey there Rearengine! Falcon was already taken on this forum so I had to have a handle.

Man, I'd love a GT3, but I'd have to sell my soul!

hatchback

I have seen a lot of VIR videos, and Crispy's hot laps are some of the best. His VIR lap times are fantastic and he is one of the smoothest drivers I've ever seen.

Phokaioglaukos

Are you referring to the http://www.mazdadrivers.com/ event on 3/25-26 this spring? Do many RTR folks go down for that? For all the transit time, I'd rather have three days there, especially because it will be my first time at that track.

I would appreciate a copy of the DVD!

Phokaioglaukos

I wasn't able to find that video, but I did find THIS THREAD. Is it the one you were thinking of?

Phokaioglaukos

Excellent videos--thanks. (I'm holding off on GTR until PS3 comes out. I want to start learning the 'ring....)

bobt993

We should have 6 to 10 black/red group drivers going down. Most are instructors so you would normally be able to get an RTR instructor to move you quicker through the VIR course. 2 days, yes, but well worth it. For a first event, 3days at VIR can be like the Glen and really wipe you out. By the way, the Nurburgring event has just been scheduled for Aug 14,15,and 16 including Hockenheim and hopefully Spa. Already booking the flights and setting up a Euro delivery. 2006 should be a great track year!!!

smankow

Bob, I went onto the Maza site, but it doesn't provide any "real" info such as registration forms, cost, etc. Any thoughts?

I am also considering VIR this year but my life is HELL until April 15 - the problems of a CPA.


thanks,


Steve

Cris Brady

Here's a press release about the Zone 2 VIR event later this year:

The Zone 2 DE will be held on Friday, Saturday, Sunday March 31st- April 2 at VIR. We will be using the Full Course all 3 days. Registration information will be released as soon as it is available sometime in January and be forwarded to all Region Presidents. Please note that this weekend is the same as the NASCAR race in nearby Martinsville so accommodations may be harder to come by then last year. Information will be released when registration opens listing area hotels who will be offering PCA members reasonable pricing for the weekend. In addition we will have RV and Tent camping available at the track for the entire weekend. If you would like to be placed on an email list to receive registration information as soon as it is available please send an email with Subject "Z2 DE Info" to jimmar@ptd.net

38D

2:17.85 in a 295rwhp RX-7 is not that fast. There are F class Carreras that run that fast with sub-200rwhp.

BrianKeithSmith

38D:

I was waiting for someone to point that out... But I didn't want to be the one to do it...



Brian

Larry Herman

I'll have to bring my camera to the spring Zone 2 event, and post some more videos. Hope that you can make that event, Brian.