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Laguna Seca/Mazda Raceway
Monday, March 12th, 2007
Monterey, California
Event cost: $275 till March 1st, $325 after March 1st
This event is NOW Waitlist Only!
The format for this event is: (3) Participant Run Groups and (1) Staff/Instructor Run Group (Note: Staff sessions will be shorter and fewer in quantity than participant sessions)
We are happy to bring you another rare opportunity to drive the world famous Laguna Seca road course. The Coastal Driving School has just picked this date up from the track and has asked us to help with the event. This is a Coastal Driving School event, and will be managed under CDS rules and guidelines.
The Run Groups
- (3) Participant Car Run Groups – Novice, Intermediate, Advanced and a Staff Run Group.
- 110 minutes of track time per participant (minimum)
- Some Advanced drivers may have the ability to get addtional time on track (as space permits) by running in the ‘Staff’ run group.
- Novice will be Mandatory Point By from the car being overtaken, but only in designated sections on the track.
- Intermediate will be Mandatory Point By from the car being overtaken, but anywhere on track. (Never in corners)
- Advanced will be passing with a point.
- Racing, and unsafe/reckless behavior will not be tolerated, and ALL cars are subject to the ‘3 strike rule’. (see below)
Rules:
- 3-Strike rules will be in place for two distinctly different issues at the event – Sound Violations and Driving Violations.
- Sound is limited to 92db for this event and is monitored by the county 60’ off the right side of the track between turns 5 & 6. (we are attempting to get the limit raised to 92db)
- Each time your car exceeds the limit you will be black flagged and must exit the track and ‘Fix’ the problem. If you receive a 3rd black flag for sound, then you’re ‘done’ for the day. If you stay out on course after receiving a 3rd Black Flag, the County of Monterey may fine you $1000 per lap driven after the flag! Needless to say, if you have a louder vehicle, then you should look into a method to reduce or re-direct sound away from the monitoring station. Meeting the sound level requirements of the track is your responsibility.
- Driving Violations can also end your day. Black Flags will be issued to drivers who violate passing rules, drive too agressively, or have a car to car, car to object, or off course excursion. 3 black flags in a day and you’re done!
Services
- Coffee. Pastries, Juice and Fruit will be supplied, and a CATERED LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED.
- Gasoline of various grades will be available via credit card actuated pumps in the paddock.
- Compressed Air will be available in the paddock.
- Camping in the designated campgrounds around the track can be arranged in advance via the County Parks website. More info on camping will be supplied to registered drivers via e-mail.
Price: $275 if registered before March 1st. Price gues up $50 for entries after March 2nd.
Note that ALL PAYMENTS will be directed to the ‘Coastal Driving School’, as this is a Coastal Driving School event. Click >HERE< to go to the Payments Page for this event.
Additional details:
Full 2.20 Mile Track All participants will get a minimum of 110 minutes of time on track. Novice instruction is planned for this event. However, classroom downloads will be conducted after each session. 92 db sound restrictions are in place for this date. (see below for more on sound) Tow/safety, medical, and other track staff will be present during the event
More on Sound Controls
Laguna Seca is fairly tight with sound levels at their facility. Monterey County allocates a limited number of unlimited db days, 105db, 103db, 92db, and 90db days to the track each year. Due to the demand for the limited number of higher db days, private events are commonly issued the 90db days.
For this event, if your vehicle is measured to be consistently over 92db as you pass the sound monitoring station (between turns 5 and 6), you will be black flagged and must exit the track. If this happens to you, you will have 2 additional attempts to correct the problem. If after 3 black flags you continue to exceed the db limit, you will be forced to exit the track and your day will be over. If you continue to drive on the track after your 3rd black flag, you will be fined $1000 per lap! Yes, per lap! So, make sure you can pass sound before you show up at the track, and keep your eye’s on the turn workers!
If you’re concerned about sound, here’s some tips:
Measure your vehicle sound level under acceleration at another track or on a public roadway. The sound monitoring station is approximately 60’ off the track on the passenger side of the vehicle.(Radio Shack has an accurate digital db meter for about $50) Ensure that your exhaust system is functioning properly. Upgrade your exhaust system (which usually degrades performance!) by adding a larger and/or more restrictive muffler designed for more sound reduction. (complete mufflers and/or SuperTrap baffle plates) Point your exhaust tip towards the drivers side of the car or straight down. Some drivers have special exhaust tips that they bolt on their car for this track. Alter your driving style. A technique that is commonly used is to ‘lift’ off the throttle after you exit turn 5 and are approaching the sound station. Once past the station, you can then get back on the throttle before you enter turn 6. Not the fastest way around the track, but using this technique may be necessary to keep you on the track!
Refunds
If a participant cancels within 2 weeks of the event, he/she will only receive a refund if we can fill the slot with a person on the event wait list, or if the participant can find a replacement driver of the same skill level.
This is a ‘rain or shine’ event.
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