Performance Driving School
06-07-2010, 10:29 AM
#19
Drifting
06-08-2010, 01:45 PM
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I've always said the PCA Introductory school is probably the best way to start. It's a full weekend. The first day starts with classroom instruction, then you move on to the skidpad (driving in circles on a huge wet circle of concrete) to learn what it feels like to spin and then (hopefully) how to recover from that. Then it's braking and slalom exercises. The 2nd day is on the track, with an instructor. Everybody's *****-footing, because they're all brand new, and they don't tolerate people being jerks. It's a great way to get your feet wet.
Does anybody here remember this school ?
07-01-2010, 08:32 AM
#21
Race Car
Thread Starter
Alright, so Saturday is finally approaching when my dad and I will each be taking part in the BMW Advanced Driver Training!
Does anybody have any pre-school advice? Best clothing to wear/tips for the training/etc..?
Does anybody have any pre-school advice? Best clothing to wear/tips for the training/etc..?
07-01-2010, 07:19 PM
#24
Drifting
The BMW Club has a competitive auto cross series as well, complete with a good PAX system and you can use any car. Alot of the guys may disagree but IMO this form of competition is the best and most affordable form of driver training if you're on a limited budget.
Last edited by Mark Lue; 07-01-2010 at 07:20 PM. Reason: damn IPoD keyboard
07-01-2010, 11:20 PM
#25
Race Car
Careful with too much water or you'll spend more time in the john than on the track 
(btdt)
Clothing: comfortable, but they often/usually insist on natural fibres and long pants and sleeves. This is in case of fire - natural fibres burn more slowly and long pants/sleeves will buy you an extra second. But if it's really hot, they'll usually relax the long sleeves rule.
The absolute 100% non-negotiable rule you MUST follow is to think with your head, not with your *****. Almost all of those scuff marks on the concrete walls are from people who didn't follow this rule. It's easy for me to say, driving a slow car, because no matter what, there's nothing to prove. And I've still crashed! As soon as your macho ego takes over, you're in trouble.
But don't let it scare you. My first few sessions at Mosport I was terrified, but by the afternoon I loosened up and by the end of the day was in 7th heaven. Don't waste time being scared - if you're not being stupid and you listen to your instructor you have nothing to fear. They know the track and the car far better than you, that's why they're instructing. Your first few trips through turn 2 will seem wrong, off-balance and maybe even scary. But when you get it, wow, there's no feeling like being flat to the floor at the bottom of that hill. I'm getting goosebumps just typing that now
(btdt)Clothing: comfortable, but they often/usually insist on natural fibres and long pants and sleeves. This is in case of fire - natural fibres burn more slowly and long pants/sleeves will buy you an extra second. But if it's really hot, they'll usually relax the long sleeves rule.
The absolute 100% non-negotiable rule you MUST follow is to think with your head, not with your *****. Almost all of those scuff marks on the concrete walls are from people who didn't follow this rule. It's easy for me to say, driving a slow car, because no matter what, there's nothing to prove. And I've still crashed! As soon as your macho ego takes over, you're in trouble.
But don't let it scare you. My first few sessions at Mosport I was terrified, but by the afternoon I loosened up and by the end of the day was in 7th heaven. Don't waste time being scared - if you're not being stupid and you listen to your instructor you have nothing to fear. They know the track and the car far better than you, that's why they're instructing. Your first few trips through turn 2 will seem wrong, off-balance and maybe even scary. But when you get it, wow, there's no feeling like being flat to the floor at the bottom of that hill. I'm getting goosebumps just typing that now
07-02-2010, 12:39 AM
#26
Burning Brakes
I've seen everything from VW & Subaru to GT2 & CGT at our HPDE, everyone is made to feel welcome.
07-02-2010, 09:55 AM
#27
Race Car
Thread Starter
I will look out for him, do you know him personally Ronan?
Jon, I drove with you for over 8 hours... you''ll be fine! Take frequent drinks of water to stay hydrated.
The BMW Club has a competitive auto cross series as well, complete with a good PAX system and you can use any car. Alot of the guys may disagree but IMO this form of competition is the best and most affordable form of driver training if you're on a limited budget.
The BMW Club has a competitive auto cross series as well, complete with a good PAX system and you can use any car. Alot of the guys may disagree but IMO this form of competition is the best and most affordable form of driver training if you're on a limited budget.
Careful with too much water or you'll spend more time in the john than on the track (btdt)
Clothing: comfortable, but they often/usually insist on natural fibres and long pants and sleeves. This is in case of fire - natural fibres burn more slowly and long pants/sleeves will buy you an extra second. But if it's really hot, they'll usually relax the long sleeves rule.
The absolute 100% non-negotiable rule you MUST follow is to think with your head, not with your *****. Almost all of those scuff marks on the concrete walls are from people who didn't follow this rule. It's easy for me to say, driving a slow car, because no matter what, there's nothing to prove. And I've still crashed! As soon as your macho ego takes over, you're in trouble.
But don't let it scare you. My first few sessions at Mosport I was terrified, but by the afternoon I loosened up and by the end of the day was in 7th heaven. Don't waste time being scared - if you're not being stupid and you listen to your instructor you have nothing to fear. They know the track and the car far better than you, that's why they're instructing. Your first few trips through turn 2 will seem wrong, off-balance and maybe even scary. But when you get it, wow, there's no feeling like being flat to the floor at the bottom of that hill. I'm getting goosebumps just typing that now
(btdt)Clothing: comfortable, but they often/usually insist on natural fibres and long pants and sleeves. This is in case of fire - natural fibres burn more slowly and long pants/sleeves will buy you an extra second. But if it's really hot, they'll usually relax the long sleeves rule.
The absolute 100% non-negotiable rule you MUST follow is to think with your head, not with your *****. Almost all of those scuff marks on the concrete walls are from people who didn't follow this rule. It's easy for me to say, driving a slow car, because no matter what, there's nothing to prove. And I've still crashed! As soon as your macho ego takes over, you're in trouble.
But don't let it scare you. My first few sessions at Mosport I was terrified, but by the afternoon I loosened up and by the end of the day was in 7th heaven. Don't waste time being scared - if you're not being stupid and you listen to your instructor you have nothing to fear. They know the track and the car far better than you, that's why they're instructing. Your first few trips through turn 2 will seem wrong, off-balance and maybe even scary. But when you get it, wow, there's no feeling like being flat to the floor at the bottom of that hill. I'm getting goosebumps just typing that now
I'm getting really excited now
... can't wait to update you all on Monday!
