What track/racing coach did you the most good and why?
05-19-2010, 12:27 AM
#31
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I am thinking of getting Chris Hall for a session at Sebring. I also want to get Seth Thomas too.
05-19-2010, 10:17 AM
#34
Drifting
What is the cost of hiring a coach for 1 day and what does that day look like?
05-19-2010, 10:24 AM
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I would say that fees range between $500 and $2,500 per day, depending on the coach and their experience and reputation. Plus all expenses. Some coaches (like me) create a detailed agenda for each day, with the client's consent and agreement, based on their goals. Some others just get in the car and wing it.
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05-19-2010, 10:34 AM
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To those contributing, thank you. If possible, please put the coaches contact information, web site, etc. in the post to make it easier for others to contact should they so desire.
Fred - I heard VR also furnishes a Mr. Chicken lunch if he works at the Glen...
Fred - I heard VR also furnishes a Mr. Chicken lunch if he works at the Glen...
05-19-2010, 10:36 AM
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Mr. Chicken rocks. 
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05-19-2010, 10:49 AM
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That's ok. Leave me at the track working with Paolo while you go into town and party at Mr. Chicken.
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Larry Herman
2016 Ford Transit Connect Titanium LWB
2018 Tesla Model 3 - Electricity can be fun!
Retired Club Racer & National PCA Instructor
Past Flames:
1994 RS America Club Racer
2004 GT3 Track Car
1984 911 Carrera Club Racer
1974 914/4 2.0 Track Car
CLICK HERE to see some of my ancient racing videos.
05-19-2010, 03:10 PM
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05-19-2010, 03:28 PM
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I'll throw David Murry's name into the mix. He was the first to really "explain," via words and on track coaching, the "physics" of handling a race car! Also, as everyone knows, picking a coach whose personality and driving style most closely approximate yours helps immensely!
05-19-2010, 05:42 PM
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Terry Earwood - extremely informative AND even more entertaining: if I could drive as fast as he tells jokes, one liners and racing stories, I would in a different league!
That said, I have had great learning experiences with Craig Stanton, Kris Wilson, David Murray, Mikel Miller, Lonnie Pelchik, Doc Bundy, Jack Baldwin, etc..... Guess I have and will be a student the rest of my life!
That said, I have had great learning experiences with Craig Stanton, Kris Wilson, David Murray, Mikel Miller, Lonnie Pelchik, Doc Bundy, Jack Baldwin, etc..... Guess I have and will be a student the rest of my life!
05-19-2010, 08:21 PM
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I think you should take the money that pro instruction costs and increase the compression on your motor - the results will be better (and immediate)
05-19-2010, 08:53 PM
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Terry Earwood - extremely informative AND even more entertaining: if I could drive as fast as he tells jokes, one liners and racing stories, I would in a different league!
That said, I have had great learning experiences with Craig Stanton, Kris Wilson, David Murray, Mikel Miller, Lonnie Pelchik, Doc Bundy, Jack Baldwin, etc..... Guess I have and will be a student the rest of my life!
That said, I have had great learning experiences with Craig Stanton, Kris Wilson, David Murray, Mikel Miller, Lonnie Pelchik, Doc Bundy, Jack Baldwin, etc..... Guess I have and will be a student the rest of my life!
05-19-2010, 08:55 PM
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Seth was instrumental in raising my testicular fortitude a few years ago and we got along great which was fantastic. BENCHMARKING is the key for me same track, same equipment. Tell your coach to put down a smoker/no limits. It’s likely you will note a delta of several seconds to your personal best which suggests more coaching is needed not more equipment.