California Superbike School is coming back to NZ under new management in 2013

[neil_cb125t]

Hi Everyone,

VERY PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE FOLLOWING NEWS FLASH…

California Superbike School is coming back to New Zealand under New Management in 2013.

Commencing with 2 days at Taupo Motorsport Park on March 18 & 19, 2013.

Black Crow Promotions have been awarded the ongoing rights to promote the schools within NZ, and are focussed on making the schools accessible to the wider motorcycling community through a variety of new initiatives they will implement over the coming year. This is an exciting announcement for all NZ motorcyclists and more news will follow over the next two weeks.

If you (or anyone you know) are interested in becoming a sponsor or supplier to this new venture, please contact Damian on 027 2291661 or Ash on 021979367.


Please forward this email to your friends so we can get the word out as quickly as possible.

A website is under construction right now for all your booking needs, however you can secure your spots before the site is operational by emailing Damian at damian@blackcrow.co.nz. Damian has started a records for those super keen punters. Price has been confirmed at $499 per level

Please state which day/s and level/s you wish to complete.

If you any Questions don't hesistate to ask Damian or myself on this site or email neil.chappell@ymail.com or call 021 866345

Cheers Chappy.

[neil_cb125t]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/154450-California-Superbike-School-is-coming-back-to-New-Zealand-under-New-Management-in-201


I know!!!!:woohoo:

[Geeen]

WooHoo!!! That's great news, now I don't have to go to Ockstralya to do it.

[tail_end_charlie]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/154450-California-Superbike-School-is-coming-back-to-New-Zealand-under-New-Management-in-201


I know!!!!:woohoo:

Goody goody goody :clap:

[neil_cb125t]

WooHoo!!! That's great news, now I don't have to go to Ockstralya to do it.

I have to Say Phillip island and eastern creek are amazing race tracks to experience, but having it on home soil again is very exciting!

[ckai]

You beauty!! I was hoping someone was gonna work it out. Taupo seemed like a cost effective alternative to HD.

Sent from one of those flashy touch thingies on a app dohicky

[CHOPPA]

You beauty!! I was hoping someone was gonna work it out. Taupo seemed like a cost effective alternative to HD.

Sent from one of those flashy touch thingies on a app dohicky

Taupo would be a far better track to have the school on from a training point of view as well

[neil_cb125t]

Taupo would be a far better track to have the school on from a training point of view as well

Totally Chop! Lots of variance at Taupo, fast/slow switch-backs and hairpins. The location is awesome too with endless accommodation and support nice and close to the track.

Plus us kiwi coaches have the home track advantage on the Aussie fellas......for once!!!:wings:

[Voltaire]

Awesome, I did level 1 and 2 last year and it has helped me no end with my first year of classic racing. Look forward to doing level 3.

[ckai]

Taupo would be a far better track to have the school on from a training point of view as well

I was actually wondering about this last night. Personally I enjoy riding on Hampton over Taupo because I love undulations but when it comes to learning, I had a feeling Taupo would be better.

It's good to see I can do my level 4 on home soil, and introduce wifey to the ways that is CSS :)

[ckai]

Awesome, I did level 1 and 2 last year and it has helped me no end with my first year of classic racing. Look forward to doing level 3.

Level 3 is where the fun really begins. :woohoo:

[Shaun]

Level 3 is where the fun really begins. :woohoo:



I have said some negative things about this school in the past, but the last 12 months in Australia and attending a couple of there events with friends has opened my eyes to huge benifit of the training

[ckai]

I have said some negative things about this school in the past, but the last 12 months in Australia and attending a couple of there events with friends has opened my eyes to huge benifit of the training

A lot of people I've talked to have issues with price. Personally, I like the no nonsense "you're here to learn and nothing else" method the indepth, structured way they do things. Yeah it's on the pricey side and would be better if it was slightly cheaper but I still think it's worth the money. Sure, cheaper would make it a no-brainer though ;)

[Shaun]

A lot of people I've talked to have issues with price. Personally, I like the no nonsense "you're here to learn and nothing else" method the indepth, structured way they do things. Yeah it's on the pricey side and would be better if it was slightly cheaper but I still think it's worth the money. Sure, cheaper would make it a no-brainer though ;)




If you want Quality, it will cost you. I can gauantee that any rider doing the courses will end up a safer better rider, now that is 100% better than lying on the road and dealing with hospitals and Insurance

[White trash]

If you want Quality, it will cost you. I can gauantee that any rider doing the courses will end up a safer better rider, now that is 100% better than lying on the road and dealing with hospitals and Insurance

It's actually a shame you're not more widely known as a coach Shaun, I've often told people I learnt more in two meeting with you looking after me than I did in the following two years trying to muddle through it by myself.

[neil_cb125t]

A lot of people I've talked to have issues with price. Personally, I like the no nonsense "you're here to learn and nothing else" method the indepth, structured way they do things. Yeah it's on the pricey side and would be better if it was slightly cheaper but I still think it's worth the money. Sure, cheaper would make it a no-brainer though ;)

Haha how is your tyre wear now that you have completed your levels at CSS? I have notice a huge reduction in tyre wear and required suspension changes chasing tyre wear......investment maybe? thats what I said to the wife ;)

Plus its pretty awesome being able to adapt and tune your self at every track you go to!

[Mental Trousers]

It's actually a shame you're not more widely known as a coach Shaun, I've often told people I learnt more in two meeting with you looking after me than I did in the following two years trying to muddle through it by myself.

It's really good learning from someone whose been there, done that and crash it eh. Nothing beats experience.

[neil_cb125t]

I have said some negative things about this school in the past, but the last 12 months in Australia and attending a couple of there events with friends has opened my eyes to huge benifit of the training

Haha Yep us coaches have to learn each time too - when Choppa or the Mike Jones (aussie hot up and comer) come along to the schools us coaches argue over who's going to feel stupidly slow and work their but off chasing them!!

What you up to in Aussie Shaun?

[White trash]

It's really good learning from someone whose been there, done that and crash it eh. Nothing beats experience.

While Shaun's style certainly wont suit everyone, he drummed into my head very quickly when to shut the fuck up and listen.

[neil_cb125t]

It's really good learning from someone whose been there, done that and crash it eh. Nothing beats experience.

For sure experience really helps, But do you have to be faster than the person your coaching in order for them to improve?.....I would love to spend time with GP riders to see what they do but can they describe it to you, me and every other rider so we can use their skills?

That old stupid sport saying goes, would you rather be taught by Rossi, tiger woods, Roger federer or the trained coaches that help those guys get even better?

Communication and a good understanding of Tech points is key to be able to coach anyone.

[neil_cb125t]

While Shaun's style certainly wont suit everyone, he drummed into my head very quickly when to shut the fuck up and listen.

Very effective communication right there... I like it!

[Mental Trousers]

For sure experience really helps, But do you have to be faster than the person your coaching in order for them to improve?.....I would love to spend time with GP riders to see what they do but can they describe it to you, me and every other rider so we can use their skills?

That old stupid sport saying goes, would you rather be taught by Rossi, tiger woods, Roger federer or the trained coaches that help those guys get even better?

Communication and a good understanding of Tech points is key to be able to coach anyone.

Best coaching is a mix of both. Trained professionals don't have the insight into a lot of stuff that the experienced top level racer does, while the racer doesn't have the technical knowledge and communication skills of the coaches. They compliment each other.

[Shaun]

It's actually a shame you're not more widely known as a coach Shaun, I've often told people I learnt more in two meeting with you looking after me than I did in the following two years trying to muddle through it by myself.



Thanks Brother, teaching/advising/guiding has always been big blast for me, I love it when you see the improvements and the smiles on the dials of the riders

[Shaun]

Haha Yep us coaches have to learn each time too - when Choppa or the Mike Jones (aussie hot up and comer) come along to the schools us coaches argue over who's going to feel stupidly slow and work their but off chasing them!!

What you up to in Aussie Shaun?





Living back in New Plymouth New Zealand mate and will be racing a Triumph 675 in the tri series, and maybe one in the 2013 nats



Mike Jones is a really nice guy and a seriously fast rider, he could be the next OZ star with the write $ backing behind him

[Shaun]

Very effective communication right there... I like it!




I only like to get results for people mate

[Shaun]

For sure experience really helps, But do you have to be faster than the person your coaching in order for them to improve?.....I would love to spend time with GP riders to see what they do but can they describe it to you, me and every other rider so we can use their skills?

That old stupid sport saying goes, would you rather be taught by Rossi, tiger woods, Roger federer or the trained coaches that help those guys get even better?

Communication and a good understanding of Tech points is key to be able to coach anyone.




100% agree, however from the customers point, they would deffinately feel the money they have spent has been very well spent though with a known fast rider as a part of the training group.

Communication and observation is deffinately very important in this roll, best wishes for the new programe

[neil_cb125t]

Living back in New Plymouth New Zealand mate and will be racing a Triumph 675 in the tri series, and maybe one in the 2013 nats

Mike Jones is a really nice guy and a seriously fast rider, he could be the next OZ star with the write $ backing behind him

Oh sweet - those 675s are fudging nice machines - Bears domination then??? Be great to see Mikey go far aye - awesome fella

[neil_cb125t]

100% agree, however from the customers point, they would deffinately feel the money they have spent has been very well spent though with a known fast rider as a part of the training group.

Communication and observation is deffinately very important in this roll, best wishes for the new programe

You are right there! and it is a kiwi way of thinking that we want the PROVEN best fellas dishing out information/tips, we won't settle for less! I suppose that why in the USA the school has a big following, keith is a strong draw card.

Thanks for the support Shaun - see you at wanganui, you'll have to come see my ZX/ER650 contraption... shes a bit special - like me.

[Shaun]

You are right there! and it is a kiwi way of thinking that we want the PROVEN best fellas dishing out information/tips, we won't settle for less! I suppose that why in the USA the school has a big following, keith is a strong draw card.

Thanks for the support Shaun - see you at wanganui, you'll have to come see my ZX/ER650 contraption... shes a bit special - like me.



Will do buddy. hey, is this the write place to apply for a job as a coach then with you guys, with the Ilse of man TT 2013 coming up, I need miles whether slow or fast

[neil_cb125t]

Will do buddy. hey, is this the write place to apply for a job as a coach then with you guys, with the Ilse of man TT 2013 coming up, I need miles whether slow or fast

Yeah attempting to chase Chop and mike and the likes on STD GSXR750s is pretty hard work ;) suppose you could say those are fast miles.

I do know the coach tryout/sellection process - however im not sure exactly how it will work with our new setup (the aussie school running the show for us here in NZ) Technically the coaches that live in NZ are now "Australasian" coaches, so you would go through the try out for a possition as an Australasian coach, meaning the sellection/try out would be by made by the Aussie Schools Cheif ride coach and his team.

I can do some research for you thou and contact you vai email if you like?

[ckai]

If you want Quality, it will cost you. I can gauantee that any rider doing the courses will end up a safer better rider, now that is 100% better than lying on the road and dealing with hospitals and Insurance

Totally agree, better to save the pennies and invest in good shit then dump money on crap that doesn't last (works with everything in life).


Haha how is your tyre wear now that you have completed your levels at CSS? I have notice a huge reduction in tyre wear and required suspension changes chasing tyre wear......investment maybe? thats what I said to the wife ;)

Plus its pretty awesome being able to adapt and tune your self at every track you go to!

Hahaha so that's why my Michy Pure's have lasted longer that people can get off there "road spec" tyres :) That's a good point though. I have noticed my tyre wear is heaps less. Been breaking in my mum's new bike and wifey said to me she thought I would have used more of the tyres. I would off back in the day ;)

[neil_cb125t]

Best coaching is a mix of both. Trained professionals don't have the insight into a lot of stuff that the experienced top level racer does, while the racer doesn't have the technical knowledge and communication skills of the coaches. They compliment each other.

Yep I have to agree - I mentioned to Steve Brouggy we should approach Casey Stoner.....how awesome would that be!

[Shaun]

Yeah attempting to chase Chop and mike and the likes on STD GSXR750s is pretty hard work ;) suppose you could say those are fast miles.

I do know the coach tryout/sellection process - however im not sure exactly how it will work with our new setup (the aussie school running the show for us here in NZ) Technically the coaches that live in NZ are now "Australasian" coaches, so you would go through the try out for a possition as an Australasian coach, meaning the sellection/try out would be by made by the Aussie Schools Cheif ride coach and his team.

I can do some research for you thou and contact you vai email if you like?



Yes please chappy- shaun@motodynamix.co.nz

[Deano]

Plus us kiwi coaches have the home track advantage on the Aussie fellas......for once!!!:wings:

I tell ya its a great feeling giving the learn to the instructor - especially when on an SV650 and they are on a GSXR1000.

[neil_cb125t]

I tell ya its a great feeling giving the learn to the instructor - especially when on an SV650 and they are on a GSXR1000.

Yep there are times when the coach can't keep up, lucky we have some coaches that are on the quicker side of things, then we just start taking brake levers off ya.......well we wish we could:-)

This issue has been raised by us coaches before particulary as more racers come along with racebike on Slicks.....Rest assured if the coach can't stay behind you, we have ways of jumping infront of you for a quick instruction.

FYI to those that haven't been the ratio that is typical at the schools is 80% road riders 20% track dayers/racers.

[neil_cb125t]

Yes please chappy- shaun@motodynamix.co.nz

Email Sent

[neil_cb125t]

I tell ya its a great feeling giving the learn to the instructor - especially when on an SV650 and they are on a GSXR1000.

You doing the tri series Deano??

[Devil]

Wow, this is news for sure.

[Mort]

Any indication which track layout at Taupo CSS will be using ?

[neil_cb125t]

Any indication which track layout at Taupo CSS will be using ?

Full Track is confirmed - Im picking it will be track 1 as found here - but this is TBC

http://www.tauporacetrack.co.nz/default.asp?sid=9&cid=16&aid=

my favourite track in the north island!!!!!:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo :

[BoristheBiter]

I have said some negative things about this school in the past, but the last 12 months in Australia and attending a couple of there events with friends has opened my eyes to huge benifit of the training


A lot of people I've talked to have issues with price. Personally, I like the no nonsense "you're here to learn and nothing else" method the indepth, structured way they do things. Yeah it's on the pricey side and would be better if it was slightly cheaper but I still think it's worth the money. Sure, cheaper would make it a no-brainer though ;)

I think i paid $499 a day for level 1 & 2 and learnt how to not only ride a bike but properly.
Seems cheap to me but i do get what you mean.

Glad to here they are back so I can finish the other levels off.

[BoristheBiter]

Full Track is confirmed - Im picking it will be track 1 as found here - but this is TBC

http://www.tauporacetrack.co.nz/default.asp?sid=9&cid=16&aid=

my favourite track in the north island!!!!!:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo :

track five (motott) would be my choice for training.

[neil_cb125t]

track five (motott) would be my choice for training.

Well you raise a good point - if another track layout suits coaching more, then we will look at it. We tried the extension at Eastern Creek when it was released, and it made coaching far harder, and students didn't gain anything from it, it just created a choke point that slowed everyone down.

We'll see how it goes.

PS we are taking bookings now, if your keen on Level 3 and 4 let us know!!

[DidJit]

... P.S. We are taking bookings now. If you're keen on Level 3 and 4 let us know!

How and where do we book? Perhaps the booking details could be put in the first post?
Keen, by the way. :yes:

[BoristheBiter]

Well you raise a good point - if another track layout suits coaching more, then we will look at it. We tried the extension at Eastern Creek when it was released, and it made coaching far harder, and students didn't gain anything from it, it just created a choke point that slowed everyone down.

We'll see how it goes.

PS we are taking bookings now, if your keen on Level 3 and 4 let us know!!

Maybe track five without the extra chicane in the back straight (would be my fav track) would allow quicker times?


How and where do we book? Perhaps the booking details could be put in the first post?
Keen, by the way. :yes:

Good point where do we book?

[SWERVE]

Well you raise a good point - if another track layout suits coaching more, then we will look at it. We tried the extension at Eastern Creek when it was released, and it made coaching far harder, and students didn't gain anything from it, it just created a choke point that slowed everyone down.

We'll see how it goes.

PS we are taking bookings now, if your keen on Level 3 and 4 let us know!!

..where do we find booking details.. is there an age limit as i would like my young rider to do this as we will be on our way to taupo that week.

[Devil]

Is the track extending their hours to fit a School day in?

[Fast Eddie]

also keen to know how to book

[neil_cb125t]

How and where do we book? Perhaps the booking details could be put in the first post?
Keen, by the way. :yes:

Oh right - man you guys are keen! We literally had permission to go live yesterday afternoon. Yep a Website is under construction right now for all your booking needs, however you can secure your spots before the site is operational by emailing Damian at damian@blackcrow.co.nz. Damian has started a records for those super keen punters.

Please state which day/s and level/s you wish to complete.

If you any Questions don't hesistate to ask Damian or myself on this site or email neil.chappell@ymail.com or call 021 866345

[neil_cb125t]

..where do we find booking details.. is there an age limit as i would like my young rider to do this as we will be on our way to taupo that week.

We are having a meeting tonight - so I will find out if there are age limit for our schools, in Aus there is an parental permission age. I.e Under 16 year olds are required to have parental permission. I BELIEVE they have a minimum age of 12, this does not mean we will.

Once I find out our limits i will pass them on.

[neil_cb125t]

Is the track extending their hours to fit a School day in?

To run a school ideally we will require the track to be active from 9am until 5pm each day, at Laguna they are limited due to the very supportive neighbours and finish the school day at 4pm :oi-grr:

Again I will ask the question

[Goblin]

This is indeed good news!:D

[RDjase]

..where do we find booking details.. is there an age limit as i would like my young rider to do this as we will be on our way to taupo that week.

That would be good Merve, My young rider could do it too :yes:

[Mort]

To run a school ideally we will require the track to be active from 9am until 5pm each day, at Laguna they are limited due to the very supportive neighbours and finish the school day at 4pm :oi-grr:

Again I will ask the question

Cost details would be good too - cheers :yes:

[neil_cb125t]

To run a school ideally we will require the track to be active from 9am until 5pm each day, at Laguna they are limited due to the very supportive neighbours and finish the school day at 4pm :oi-grr:

Again I will ask the question

Yep the track will be open to accomodate us for a day of schooling

[neil_cb125t]

Cost details would be good too - cheers :yes:

Price has been confirmed at $499 per level, I will add this to the original post.

We are creating a FACEBOOK page that will be able to keep all you keen punters better updated, the website is a bit more complex but is underway. KB will not be our communication avenue, it was simply used to get people talking about it again, looks like it worked.

[ckai]

Price has been confirmed at $499 per level, I will add this to the original post.

We are creating a FACEBOOK page that will be able to keep all you keen punters better updated, the website is a bit more complex but is underway. KB will not be our communication avenue, it was simply used to get people talking about it again, looks like it worked.

...and with ACC funding it'll be $150 ;) Wouldn't that be nice? It's funny, I've got shit loads more from 3 courses of CSS with regards to riding on the road than the 4 or so "funded" courses I've done. In fact the CSS courses are the ones that made me feel as though I'm riding slower, have more time to do shit and that it's make safer being on a track.

One day maybe...oh look a unicorn :)

Time to start saving.

[CHOPPA]

What bikes will the coaches be riding?

[Petrolic]

Speaking to Steve in Aussie a week ago he said I could use my credit if he was able to start the school up here to save me going over again, as Steve had to cancel a day bcos of a land slip across Lukie and chairs from the GP blowing over the fences. Top Guy. Has this been forwarded bcos I would like to book level 3 and 4. BUt will definitely be back to the Island, if you haven't been GO!!. SOOOO FAST roll on every corner.
Maybe a yearly trip as a group would cut cost down. My two days cost me $6000. Rentals, hotels etc. Would have been nice to get the third day though. Hope you can help.
The 6k was worth every cent.

[neil_cb125t]

What bikes will the coaches be riding?

Black crow promotions will be purchasing some bikes, will be announced soon....:woohoo:

[CHOPPA]

Hmmm 848s? I would rather see them on RG500s haha

[quickbuck]

Didn't Suzuki have a deal going on some GSXR600's and 1000's some time back for some reason???
Had all the....
Okay, I will stop stiring....

[codgyoleracer]

Hmmm 848s? I would rather see them on RG500s haha

Thats a nice neutral choice, they dont really qualify for any race class here aye.........

[Deano]

You doing the tri series Deano??

Nah mate - would have liked to but still building up my strength and fitness. The bike still needs some work too. I'll be ready for the Nationals though.

[Billy]

Nah mate - would have liked to but still building up my strength and fitness. The bike still needs some work too. I'll be ready for the Nationals though.

WTF ????? Strength and fitness...So thats what I'm doing wrong,Oh well to late to change now LOL

[codgyoleracer]

WTF ????? Strength and fitness...So thats what I'm doing wrong,Oh well to late to change now LOL

Its F3 Billy, one barley sugar per lap is plenty

[jasonbw]

What bikes will the coaches be riding?

Hey Choppa, JB from Aus.

I'd guess they'll be a fleet of new ZX/ER650 contraptions! :laugh: We'll hear soon no doubt.
Hope all is great mate.

Damien, Lee and Chappy, well done guys! Great news to hear this is firing up.
See you in Taiwan Chappy.

JB

[neil_cb125t]

Hey Choppa, JB from Aus.

I'd guess they'll be a fleet of new ZX/ER650 contraptions! :laugh: We'll hear soon no doubt.
Hope all is great mate.

Damien, Lee and Chappy, well done guys! Great news to hear this is firing up.
See you in Taiwan Chappy.

JB

Hey jase! Haha id rather my ZXER at Taupo than a thousand any day!! Talk to soon mate

[Petrolic]

Cool got a refund for the cancelled day at the Island. I know we cant have lap timers or cams but for $500 do we get a garage to tyer warm uppp. Really enjoyed the shcool chappy. I'll see ya for the next two. I may get a 600 now as well since I Learnt more on that , then if I was on the R1.. If my kids ride I will pay them to attend all four days each. Unless they becom quicker then me of corsa. LOL...

[Ivan]

It's actually a shame you're not more widely known as a coach Shaun, I've often told people I learnt more in two meeting with you looking after me than I did in the following two years trying to muddle through it by myself.

yip i agree with this first day i met Shaun I went 8 seconds faster by end of day and my brother made it into the top 10 all the time on his Daytona with Shaun's help

[neil_cb125t]

Guys, check out CSS nz's Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/CaliforniaSuperbikeSchoolnz

[Deano]

WTF ????? Strength and fitness...So thats what I'm doing wrong,Oh well to late to change now LOL


Haha - nah I was only able to do 15 girl press ups a few weeks ago ! Fucking embarrassing

[DMack]

Just over 4 weeks to go and the event is nearly SOLD OUT - LESS THAN 20 SPOTS LEFT....
Checkout the website at www.californiasuperbikeschool.co.nz or email info@blackcrow.co.nz to register your entry before they are all gone!
Cheers.

[Devil]

Who's running the day? ie. Course, Wrangle, Admin?

[neil_cb125t]

Damo is, he runs faster than Forest Gump:bleh:

But seriously Aussie staff are providing us with that service this time.....be great to have more kiwis thou!

[tail_end_charlie]

Damo is, he runs faster than Forest Gump:bleh:

But seriously Aussie staff are providing us with that service this time.....be great to have more kiwis thou!

Is there any need for volunteers, corner workers, marshalls or anything like that? I spent a couple of days as a corner worker at VIR (back in the States) when CSS was running a school there, but haven't done any here.

[neil_cb125t]

Is there any need for volunteers, corner workers, marshalls or anything like that? I spent a couple of days as a corner worker at VIR (back in the States) when CSS was running a school there, but haven't done any here.

Oh right - Ash is sorting that side of the house, please email him on ash@blackcrow.co.nz!

Im hoping to go to VIR and thunderbolt this year - VIR looks amazing!

[Devil]

Damo is, he runs faster than Forest Gump:bleh:

But seriously Aussie staff are providing us with that service this time.....be great to have more kiwis thou!

Surprised you haven't asked any of the previous staff - prob too late now. :confused:

[307a]

Taupo would be a far better track to have the school on from a training point of view as well

Who's the coach Choppa ?

[tail_end_charlie]

Oh right - Ash is sorting that side of the house, please email him on ash@blackcrow.co.nz!

Will do


Im hoping to go to VIR and thunderbolt this year - VIR looks amazing!

VIR is pretty nice, but don't run off track anywhere (not that you would) because there it is all red clay around it. Slippery than baby shit and sticks to everything if you even look at it. Unfortunately at VIR I was on my bro's Ducati (if I had scratched it he would have killed me...................slowly....................... .with a spoon) which I had never taken to the track.......and I was in borrowed gear.....and a whole list of other perfectly legitimate excuses to explain why I was sooo slow. ;) We were using the North course, the right hander (turn 7) up and through 20 and 21 is cool as hell. I've got some video around somewhere from one of the guys that was there with us if you want me to track it down.

Thunderbolt was my first time on a track. Went up there with my bro and were suppose to do one day on Thunderbolt and one day on Lightning. Unfortunately the second day it was raining pretty hard and washed stuff onto the track, so no run on Lightning. Thunderbolt was a cool track though, and I would be really keen to go back and try it again now that I'm ....................... still slow. :facepalm:

[neil_cb125t]

Surprised you haven't asked any of the previous staff - prob too late now. :confused:

Is this Matt? (HD ride days Course control) if so they hey dude, Ash is the man sorting that side of the house (off track staff). I do know that because this is a promoted event CSS Aussie have stipulated some staff requirements, and wrangler and course were something that was we were trying to keep 'in house'. We as Black Crow are hiring CSS aussie to come over and provide the product, it just so happens that Black crows share holders can coach for CSS aussie.

We do want to have more kiwi staff involved PERIOD, be cool to have you there if not this time we are wanting to run more schools in the not so distant future, if your keen fella!

let me know if you don't have ash's contact dets

Oh if this isn't matt - sorry!