Moroso/ PBIR
10-25-2008, 02:36 AM
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I think we all need to get used to calling it Palm Beach International Raceway now as they have spent a couple houndred grand to get that name again and will probably kick you off the premisses if you call it Moroso. Besides after seeing what this place is becoming, calling it Moroso may be an insult.
Disclaimer: You will probably never hear me say much negative about Moroso as it is place that introduced me to motorsports. I have very fond memories of this track from BMW Octoberfest in 1991 to my first ride on the track a year later at the Cavalino in a 348 Challenge with one of the factory Ferrari drivers. I loved instructing at Moroso over any other track as it was the best track to see rapid improvements in your students in as little as two session as the lay out was so easy to remember. A part of me will miss the old facility, but the plans for the future of this track are so very promising.
Disclaimer: You will probably never hear me say much negative about Moroso as it is place that introduced me to motorsports. I have very fond memories of this track from BMW Octoberfest in 1991 to my first ride on the track a year later at the Cavalino in a 348 Challenge with one of the factory Ferrari drivers. I loved instructing at Moroso over any other track as it was the best track to see rapid improvements in your students in as little as two session as the lay out was so easy to remember. A part of me will miss the old facility, but the plans for the future of this track are so very promising.
LOL... entering the pitlane at speed , talk about missing the Apex ...........
10-25-2008, 08:57 AM
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Signed up for December 14th at Moroso, I mean Palm Beach International Raceway, may never get used to this. Kinda like a football team changing towns. Had not heard of Hooked on Driving before and should be interesting. Thanks for the heads up Peter and look forward to seeing you next weekend at Daytona!
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10-26-2008, 12:45 PM
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Peter - to beat Erik you need a '99 996 with a mediocre driver. Anything more is just overkill
10-27-2008, 07:30 PM
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I was at a Hooked on Driving event Sat. at Homestead and Henry announced they are going to try to organize a night event at Moroso on Nov. 22 I believe. Hope he does it. Sounds like fun.
10-27-2008, 09:06 PM
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10-28-2008, 09:26 AM
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I would not be surprised if they get moived to later dates, seems very close for an unfunisched track, but I hope they can make it.
Going to Roebling road 14+15 Nov and Las Vegas for kart racing 19-24 Nov, so I will see the new track for the first time Dec14th..
Going to Roebling road 14+15 Nov and Las Vegas for kart racing 19-24 Nov, so I will see the new track for the first time Dec14th..
10-28-2008, 01:08 PM
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Track will DEFINITELY be open for the SCCA dates. The track just got sanctioned for the race by SCCA and will actually be open a week prior for a couple of private events.
10-28-2008, 06:45 PM
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See below, Hooked on Driving at PBIR November 22nd under the lights!!!
I signed up
Boyd
On Saturday Night November 22nd at Palm Beach International Raceway (formerly Moroso), we will be holding the first ever HPDE under the lights starting at 5pm and ending at 11pm.
No headlights necessary as the whole racetrack will have plenty of lighting to look like daylight.
Drag racing will be taking place just a few yards away at the all new drag strip located just south of the road course where anyone can take a run for just a few dollars.
Perfect weather at this time of year should keep the cars and drivers running nice and cool.
Be a part of this inaugural happening, where another set of ADVAN tires will be given away at the drivers meeting.
This is a brand new race track, not the old Moroso layout.
Gates will open at 3pm for early registration and set up.
http://www.hookedondriving.com
Phone: 954 258-6613
Fax:
I signed up
Boyd
On Saturday Night November 22nd at Palm Beach International Raceway (formerly Moroso), we will be holding the first ever HPDE under the lights starting at 5pm and ending at 11pm.
No headlights necessary as the whole racetrack will have plenty of lighting to look like daylight.
Drag racing will be taking place just a few yards away at the all new drag strip located just south of the road course where anyone can take a run for just a few dollars.
Perfect weather at this time of year should keep the cars and drivers running nice and cool.
Be a part of this inaugural happening, where another set of ADVAN tires will be given away at the drivers meeting.
This is a brand new race track, not the old Moroso layout.
Gates will open at 3pm for early registration and set up.
http://www.hookedondriving.com
Phone: 954 258-6613
Fax:
10-28-2008, 07:59 PM
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I just followed up with HOD because I have never heard of them. The events are being put on by Henry Gilbert, many of you may know him because of his corvette school. I have worked with Henry in the past and he has always been a stand up guy so it should be a great event. I would encourage everyone to sign up before it sells out.
11-20-2008, 09:45 PM
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I was just getting ready for this weekend and found a couple videos from the new PBIR course. The videos are from the SCCA club race last weekend and a Ferrari event two weeks ago.
I don't think either one shows a definitive line, but it at least gives you an idea what it looks like from behind the wheel.
I don't think either one shows a definitive line, but it at least gives you an idea what it looks like from behind the wheel.
11-20-2008, 10:11 PM
#45
I had high hopes but I am rather disappointed after watching those. I have fond memories of 4 wheel drifting out on to the wide back straight. There is no runoff there now. Also, the pit out looks blind. At least the surface looks great and I am sure they upgraded the facilities.