Track day, Taupo, 31st may, Full track

**LG&MO** · 24th May 2006, 09:31

Is this still on?

**kiwifruit** · 24th May 2006, 10:08

Originally Posted by LG&MO

Is this still on?

Sure is

& welcome to the site

**kiwifruit** · 24th May 2006, 10:23

this is copied and pasted, details for payments, rules etc:

We know it is short notice but the 14B Group have just secured a full day at the Taupo 3.5km international track at the low cost of $80 per rider (normally priced at $120). Details below:

Regards
Peter H.

14B Group Track Day III

Taupo 3.5km Race Track, Wednesday 31st May 2006

Track Day Information and Rules

To ensure that all involved have a safe and fun day please familiarise yourself with the following information and track day rules. Please note that this track day is a private hire restricted to invited motorcyclists and support people and guests only.

Track Fee: $80 per rider. To reserve a place payment of the Track Fee is required by Thursday 25th May 2006 by either:

i) Cash or cheque mailed to: ‘Track Day’, 826 Wily Tce, Acacia Bay, Taupo.

Make your cheque payable to ‘Track Day’ and include your name, email address (or telephone number) for confirmation of receipt.

ii) Credit ANZ Bank account no 01-0427-0113872-50 (a/c name Peter J Harkess)

Include a 6 digit number (e.g. your DOB as ddmmyy) in the reference field of your direct credit. Then email your name, reference number and date of transaction for confirmation of receipt to: harkess@clear.net.nz

Contact: For phone queries contact Peter Harkess at 07 378 1108

Timetable: 9.00 – 9.45am Registration and Scrutineering

9.45 – 10.00am Riders Briefing

10.00 – 4.00pm+ Riding Sessions

Groups: Group 1 Rider ability: Experienced/Expert

Group 2 Rider ability: Intermediate.

Group 3 Rider ability: Novice.

Sessions:

Each group will have a max. of 30. Riders may change groups during the day if numbers permit.
Groups will have four 25-minute riding sessions (approx. 10-12 laps per session).
The first lap of session 1 will be led by a lead rider as a sighting lap.
Riders will be called to the pit lane assembling area 10 minutes prior to start time.
If time permits at the end of the day there will be an open session for all riders to participate in.

Track Riding Rules:

You may ride at your own pace. There will be no lead rider (except for the sighting lap).
Do not overtake on the inside line of a leading rider on corners.
When slowing down or exiting to pit lane indicate by raising your left arm.
Stay to the right side of the track when exiting to pit lane and observe the 40kph speed limit.
No pillion riders and no unauthorised persons are permitted on the track at any time.
No unauthorised vehicles (including cars, quads, trikes and sidecars) are permitted on the track.

Flags:

Yellow Flag: Slow down and be aware of track conditions.
Red Flag: Session halted. Slow down, be aware of track conditions and exit at pit lane.
Black Flag: Flagged rider must immediately exit at pit lane.
Chequered Flag: End of session. Slow down and exit at pit lane.

Registration and Scrutineering:

All riders must complete registration and scrutineering by 9.45am.
All riders must have a current NZ motorcycle licence.
All bikes will be scrutineered for mechanical fitness. Road bikes must have a current WOF.
Protective riding gear (helmet, clothing, boots and gloves) must be to an approved standard.
The hirer’s decision on mechanical fitness and acceptable riding gear is absolute and final.

The 14B Group (The Organiser) reserves the right to expel any rider or support person or guest at any time for any breach of the rules as The Organiser sees fit and no refund of any monies will be given. The Organiser and property owners will not be held responsible for any loss, injury or damage to the property of any person and The Organiser will not enter into any correspondence with regard to any claim that may arise from participation or attendance by any person at this track day. For reasons of Force Majeure The Organiser reserves the right to postpone or cancel the track day in adverse weather conditions. Should this track day or any part thereof be cancelled, Track Fee refunds will only be made at the sole discretion of The Organiser. 14B Group-31May06

**ZeroIndex** · 24th May 2006, 10:59

dammit.. why on a wednesday.. not a monday or a sunday? i work on wednesdays.. bugger..

**kiwifruit** · 24th May 2006, 11:12

sorry Zeroindex!
it was going to be on thursday the 1st but we got beat to that date....
would never be on the weekend as the costs 4 track hire are sky high
monday is a possiblity for the future
they are most likely to be held on thursdays and fridays

couldnt get the wednesday off could ya?

**justsomeguy** · 24th May 2006, 12:31

Hi Kiwifruit,

You mention that it will be ok to confirm attendance by the weekend - is this still OK? As the rules state that payment should be made by tomorrow?
How many riders are currently signed up in the intermediate and novice categories?
In your experience how flexible are they with stopping for bad weather? Some of us love a little bit of rain.

Kind Regards,
JSG

**kiwifruit** · 24th May 2006, 13:19

Thanks for the questions JSG

the above is just a copy and paste job, all tho it says payment is due tomorrow we will take payments as late as monday (via bank deposit)

at the moment we have about 10 confirmed, in total, ekk!!!!
9 of them are in the intermediate and novice groups
someone better be joining me in the "fast group"! I dont want to be alone

(comeon r4q2

remortage that house!)

last time we had one it pissed down and it was still run
as long as its not dangerous... ie people crapping off left right and middle due to water on the track
i had a great time as i had suitable tyres.....
i honestly cant see rain stopping the day

feel free to wait til sunday and see what the weather is doing
from what i can gather its gonna be sweet

**2much** · 24th May 2006, 13:48

Originally Posted by kiwifruit

last time we had one it pissed down and it was still run

*cough* Bullshit!

Lookin likely that I'll be joining ya in that fast group mate, so atleast you'll have me to chase.... just gonna have to turn my tyres around to wear the other side.

**kiwifruit** · 24th May 2006, 13:51

ok, so it wasnt "Pissing down" but it was raining.... and had been raining all day :P

good! im about ready to give you the learn

**Matt Bleck** · 24th May 2006, 13:53

Originally Posted by 2much

*cough* Bullshit!

Lookin likely that I'll be joining ya in that fast group mate, so atleast you'll have me to chase.... just gonna have to turn my tyres around to wear the other side.

Your only going cause I won't be there to teach you a lesson!

**2much** · 24th May 2006, 13:57

I'm still waiting for that lesson...... Damn sessions were to short last weekend, you'ld get away from me while I was warming my tyres up, then just as I could see you ahead and was preparing to pouce I'ld see that fucken checkered flag!

NEXT TIME BUDDY!

on that note, I didn't get passed by any 750's in the end.

**Matt Bleck** · 24th May 2006, 14:00

lol, yeah thought I'd take it easy on ya, didn't want to burst ya bubble with Olivia there.

**Mental Trousers** · 24th May 2006, 14:23

Originally Posted by 2much

on that note, I didn't get passed by any 750's in the end.

You were saved by Noel parking on the edge of the track

**ZeroIndex** · 24th May 2006, 15:52

Originally Posted by kiwifruit

sorry Zeroindex!
it was going to be on thursday the 1st but we got beat to that date....
would never be on the weekend as the costs 4 track hire are sky high
monday is a possiblity for the future
they are most likely to be held on thursdays and fridays

couldnt get the wednesday off could ya?

haha, I would probably just be watching at this stage anyway.. but I work Tuesday to Saturday, so if it was on a saturday, I just ditch work early, and finish it on Sunday or Monday, and Mondays.. well I don't work on those days..