Big thanks to all the instructors and volunteers (Trevor, Taylor, Bill etc) that came out today to help run the Track Day/School.

We had a few mechanical failures but other than that it was a terrific day!

The new schedule seemed to work very well (maybe too well, I heard a lot of people were running out of fuel)

There was some confusion in the morning over the Registration Building location. Hopefully they'll have tables (and maybe power?) next time we're there.

Speaking of Aug 6th, everyone has 2 days to register for it. We need 12 lappers to make it happen. I heard a lot of positive talk today, but without 12 registered by Aug 1st it will not happen.

Go to the link below and select "Add to Cart" to register for Aug 6th
http://www.atlanticformularacing.com/track_days.html

Once again thanks to everyone who came out today!

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1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

From what I understand, the new Guthrie building can be used by anyone, for anything, within reason. It is owned by AMP for AMP and all it's member clubs. It even came with a lockset on the door, which was quickly changed to a door that cannot be locked. Not too sure about the power, as I didn't spend much time in it @ Superbike weekend. Just an FYI.

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Kevin, yes it's a wonderful building and we used it today for the classroom part of the school (which is why we couldn't use it for registration)

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

Great video Dave!


We currently have 5 people signed up for the Aug 6th Track Day, we need another 7.
Just a reminder that the deadline is Wednesday!

If you know someone who is sitting on the fence, get them to sign up otherwise the 6th will not happen!

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

Just did paypal for Kathy and myself (Graham) for lapping day Aug 6th hope we have the numbers

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Perfect, thanks guys!
We're getting closer to the magic number, but again tomorrow is the cut off.

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

Kayla and I plan on lapping on the 6th (both of us using one car). Not sure if that counts as 1 or 2. Either way if there's lapping we'll be there.

Payment sent

Also, maybe someone should send out an email to everyone letting people know about the deadline. I just so happened to stumble upon this tonight after hearing about it late today. I bet theres a lot of lappers that would like to make it out but don't know about the deadline.

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Paid

Perfect, it's per car so that's great.
Right now I believe we're at 10.

It's looking good, but I'll make the final call this afternoon.

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

We now have 12 people, it looks like lapping is a go!
This event will run rain or shine.
Please note Aug 6th will be regular lapping only, NO SCHOOL.

In the future (Sept 1st onward) people who pre-register online will still pay $60 however those paying cash at the gate will pay $80.

Pre-registration helps us get an idea of #s which helps us better plan the day.

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

Joy!

The weather looks good for tomorrow, only calling for less than 1mm of rain (which is really nothing).
http://www.theweathernetwork.com/weather/cans0143

I'm in need of a few volunteers to help me run the day tomorrow.
My normal partners in crime are unavailable.

If someone can meet me at the gate at 7:45am tomorrow to help me open up that would be great!

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

Another great/hot day at the track, not a drop of rain all day!
Really great crew today, no issues on track, worker assignments went smooth and everyone was more than willing to pitch in a hand to get things moving! It's really appreciated and it makes the day run so much better.

Big thanks to Taylor, Jay & Alan for helping out during the day and to Joanne, Lacie & crew for providing lunch & refreshments for everyone!!!

Thanks again to everyone that pre-registered so that the day was possible.

Reminder to everyone to signup to the Time Attack weekend (Sept 1st/2nd/3rd)
http://armsinc.ca/forum/viewtopic.php?f=53&t=11529

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

My thanks to Jason and the rest of the volunteers and for everyone's patience on the track. I had a great day and looking forward to the next one!

Just to Clarify, Sept 1 is a normal school and lapping day (i.e. open to those with a lapping card only)? The Time Attack thread says it's a school plus Time Attack Practice day.

School/Lapping/Practice all rolled up into 1 day!

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1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

Jason,
Let me know if you need a hand with the school. Again I'm planning on being there for the Time Attack as well.

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Hi All ,Is the track day sept 1 still happening ? I would like to get some time on the track,
But can only show up at noon I think .And this is lapping only I assume .
Thanks, Paul

Yes Sept 1st is still happening, rain or shine.

A few notes regarding Sept 1st:
-The Sept 1st SCHOOL IS FULL (Still plenty of room in lapping and practice groups)
-Anyone signing up for the school from this point on will be added to the waiting list
-There will be at least 3 run groups (School, Lapping, Practice)
-Price for lapping/practice is $60 online via http://www.atlanticformularacing.com/track_days.html or $80 at the gate
-The 3 day Time Attack weekend pass/deal includes Practice on Sept 1st

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

Is camping available at the track Friday night before the school?

Unlikely. The gate will be locked until 8am Saturday morning.

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

A few last minute details/reminders:

-We have 1 opening for the SCHOOL as of 7pm tonight. If interested please submit the online form @
http://www.atlanticformularacing.com/track_schools.html

-Reminder that it's $60 ONLINE and $80 on Saturday at the Gate for Lapping/Time Attack Practice
http://www.atlanticformularacing.com/track_days.html

-This will be the last AFRA Track School of the year. We've decided to make Sept 29th purely a lapping day.

-Sept 29th will be a lapping day & Private/Advanced School for only a few students.

Any questions please let me know.

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

BE ADVISED - Registration at the Main Gate

We will be doing all registration at the Registration Building which has been moved down beside the main gate.



When you enter the main gate, please pull off to the side and enter the Registration building to register (You must come in and sign the wavier!!!) before proceeding into the paddock. THIS APPLIES TO EVERYONE (students, lappers, instructors, volunteers, spectators, etc) Everyone, must sign the wavier which will be located in the registration building until 9:30. (After that it will be most likely be located in the Guthrie Building)

Please note we will also be assigning worker assignments when you register for lapping, first come first serve.
Registration will be open from 8:30 until 9:30.
From 8am until 8:30 we will be registering the students, so regular lappers are asked to arrive after 8:30.

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

I've had 5 people email me in the last hour saying "it's going to rain tomorrow". I'm not sure where they are getting their forecast from. More than likely they're looking at the weather for HALIFAX and not Shubenacadie and/or Stewiacke. Any vetern of AMP will tell you that if it's raining in Halifax, it's probably bright and sunny at AMP. Someone back me up on this please.....

http://www.theweathernetwork.com/weather/cans0143

As of 2:30pm this afternoon It's calling for 40% POP (which is 60% of SUN for those that can't do math ) If it does rain (which there is a greater chance it won't) they are calling for less than 1mm of precipitation. Which is basically nothing. If it was a competition event I wouldn't even switch to rain tires for that.


EDIT: It's now down to 30% POP

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

Just a reminder that the final 2012 AFRA Track Day is coming up, Sept 29th!
Register now! $60 online / $80 at the gate.

http://www.atlanticformularacing.com/track_days.html

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1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

how are we looking for people registered? i'm waiting on my pads to come in before i register. hopefully that will be tomorrow morning :s

We are running tomorrow regardless of pre-registration #s.

However I probably won't be there (on call for work), so Bill will be running the event.

AFAIK Bill will be there between 8 and 8:30 with registration closing at 9:30.
Please do not be late.

I urge everyone to assist Bill whenever possible and be sure to report for your worker assignment promptly so that we can stay on schedule.

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"The future is already here — it's just not very evenly distributed."-William Gibson
1989 Van Diemen - Formula 2000 Continental

What are the regulations with respect to passengers? I have a friend that wants to come with me tomorrow. Based on the weather, I think they would rather be in the car than in the rain. Are there any loaner helmets available?

Thanks!

-Mike