chrisp

Guys, these are ALMS mandated changes. The club benefits but they're not the driving force.

Bull

Really? So, the communications that I have been receiving as a prospective Club member, which have described planned changes to the track to make it more safe and enjoyable by drivers with a wide range of skills, etc., are just so much hype? I can see the run-off area changes, the increased number of pit boxes, the pit-in improvements, etc. being mandated by ALMS, but can't see them asking for the autoX track.

AC coupe

Is there a picture somewhere of the proposed layout?

Geoffrey

I'd have to drive the new circuit before I could comment. In some ways it does look interesting.

stownsen914

Interesting -- I understood it the same way you do. Maybe LRP is trying to put a positive spin to potential club members on track changes that need to be made anyway ...

Scott

DarkSideDE

Just thought you'd like to see the latest media word out of Limerock.

MEDIA ADVISORY

Lime Rock Park to Break Ground on Track Upgrades and Re-Paving

Lime Rock Legends John Fitch and Sam Posey Join Skip Barber for Launch of
Major Improvements to Track

We invite you to be a part of history as Lime Rock Park breaks ground on track upgrades and re-paving. Creating what will be “two Lime Rock Parks,” we will reveal optional track configurations along with other major improvements.

WHAT: Groundbreaking ceremonies at Lime Rock Park, for a series of major
upgrades and improvements to the track.

WHEN: Thursday, 10 April 2008
Promptly at 11:00am

WHERE: Lime Rock Park
Infield Chalet (use the Main Entrance)
Lakeville, CT 06039 USA
www.limerock.com
1.800.RACE.LRP

Sean F

i guess that answers the question about a new track or multiple configurations

Bull

Leaving the questions about what configuration each group gets to run and how much choice will be allowed each organization. For those days where an organization is sharing time with LRP Club members, I guess it will be the LRP Club config of the day.

Gary R.

As long as the old track gets a repave it sounds like a win-win to me...

DarkSideDE

When PCA does a DE at Lime Rock - do you know how many folks they let in? I'm just curious - as usual :-)

Bull

Assuming we gat to run on the old configuration, I agree.

chrisp

I am looking forward to trying the new circuit. We get all amped up when a new track comes on-line (like Thunderbolt). Why not look at this in the same light?

Geoffrey

It will depend on the group, but somewhere between 70-130 or so which means 4-5 run groups.

Gary R.

I agree Chris, I have no problem with the new config (though I sure would like to run the old one with new pavement once!).. it's all about figuring out how to make it around in the least amount of time either way.

BostonDMD

It just shows how humans are creatures of habit.....

Let's try the new configuration and then make intelligent comments.......

Alan Wilson designed the Tremblant and Calabogie tracks, and let me tell you, they are awesome.....