So i live in utah and i want to get into track racing but i noticed that for a half day session its atleast 100+. Are they all like that? Also what is required for you to race? Thanks for your responses and help

You're going to want to find a club that is running what is called a "high performance driving event" (Or HPDE for short) in your area. Try checking here to find an event and group in your area.

http://thetrackschedule.com/

You'll pay your fee ($350 - 600 depending on the group and track) and then you'll be registered as a Novice where you will be assigned an instructor.

Things you will need:

-Fresh brake fluid
-Plenty of pad material or, even better, a set of dedicated track pads
-Long pants, long sleeve shirt
-SA2000 or better helmet (Check ogracing.com or saferacer.com if you need to buy one; currently, SA2005 is the standard, SA2010 will come out in the next year or so)

The group should give you instructions as to when you're expected to be at the track, usually it's before 8AM. You'll go through tech, meet your instructor, check your lug nuts and tire pressure, and you should be good to go!

Just remember that you're there to learn and approach the experience with an open mind. Don't go out expecting to pass everything and everyone. Listen to your instructor, recognize your limits, and of course, have fun!

I hope this helps.

I posted this in another thread so I'll just repost it here. :p

So i live in utah and i want to get into track racing but i noticed that for a half day session its atleast 100+. Are they all like that? Also what is required for you to race? Thanks for your responses and help

Yes they are all like that. A full day on most times are usually $250-300. And you need a helmet or at least you need to rent one.
-Ray

Personally, I would stay away from a lot of the "budget" events anyway because they're usually poorly organized and staffed. A road course is not somewhere you want safety to be secondary.

Do NOT run NASA. Well maybe your district is ran better. But in NorCal their rules for passing change daily. They day another came come into contact with me they said it was 50/50 fault. Next race a few months later it was 100% the other guy. F NASA and their every changing rules depending on how sober the director is....yes the Director was sipping on a Corona while discussing how the body contact on my car happened.

Personally, I would stay away from a lot of the "budget" events anyway because they're usually poorly organized and staffed. A road course is not somewhere you want safety to be secondary.

What exactly do you mean by "budget" events? Right now i am just wanting to get into track racing and have fun. What events would be best for me?

Thank you

What exactly do you mean by "budget" events? Right now i am just wanting to get into track racing and have fun. What events would be best for me?

Thank you

I meant run with an established group. Porsche Club, Audi Club, and BMW Club are some good national groups. There are some very good regional groups but I don't really know who those are out your way.

I meant run with an established group. Porsche Club, Audi Club, and BMW Club are some good national groups. There are some very good regional groups but I don't really know who those are out your way.

okay got it i went to the website you posted on here earlier that helped to kind of let me know what groups there are stuff thank you. Ill have to get into contact with the local tracks and see what their deals is.

When we (www.MVPTrackTime.com (http://www.MVPTrackTime.com)) expand out West, you are welcome to join us at the track.

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