Gauging Interest: Reno-Fernley Track/Driving School Day - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

sperry · 2004-02-17, 01:58 PM

SECCS is thinking about planning a Track Day / Driving School at Reno-Fernely Raceway this spring.

No dates or cost yet. We need to make sure there's sufficient interest before planning. We are in touch with The Next Level driving school that operates at Reno-Fernley, and the track owner, so we may be able to setup a specific day for us, or simply take over one of the already scheduled schools. Depending on demand, we can do a 1 or 2 day school, and hopefully avoid Fridays since many people have to work.

We're hoping for April or May, on a weekend that avoids Reno Region SCCA AutoX. We figure we'll need about 15-20 drivers, at a cost around $200 each.

Please let us know if you're interested, what days would be best for your schedule, and if you'd like a 1 or 2 day event!

Latest Info:
Reno-Fernley is expanding! There is an additional 1.2 miles of more technical track that should be availible in May! I'm in contact with the track's school trying to hammer out a date. We're currently looking at an August event due to scheduling conflicts with Reno SCCA AutoX.

Here are our scheduling options:
Sat, July 24 - Potentially conflicts w/ Summer SCCA Test-n-Tune
Sun, July 25
Sat, July 31 - Potentially conflicts with Lovelock Solo1 Trials
Sun, Aug. 1 - Potentially conflicts with Lovelock Solo1 Trials
Sun, Aug. 8
Sat, Aug 28
Sun, Aug 29

Pricing will hopefully come in under $200 per driver. Please let me know what dates work for you!

Interested Parties:
sperry
MattR
MikeSTI
STIwish - pending vehicle
ArthurS
SubyDude (via NASIOC)
JC
Pat R
Jerry C (via NASIOC)
zspeed +1
Kostamojen
kidatari (via I-Club)
BAN SUVS
GotBoost? (via I-Club)
WRC-STI (via NASIOC)
Egan
OneManArmy (via NASIOC)
Lowball
Theo
MikeK
100 (via NASIOC)
pdqwrx +2

MattR · 2004-02-17, 02:03 PM

I'm interested, a 1 Day would be fine for me, and prefered actually. weekend a must.

Matt R

ArthurS · 2004-02-17, 02:11 PM

Unsure yet. Ill let you know soon enough though.

MikeSTI · 2004-02-17, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattR

I'm interested, a 1 Day would be fine for me, and prefered actually. weekend a must.

Matt R

I'm still IN

STIwish · 2004-02-17, 03:22 PM

Ill go if I have something to drive.

MikeSTI · 2004-02-17, 04:14 PM

I would like a 1 day better then 2, but if 2 days was required I guess that would have to be ok also

JC · 2004-02-17, 07:58 PM

I might go if it's middle to late may. You can all tremble at my non-turbo all season tire fury.

Pat R. · 2004-02-17, 08:28 PM

Would it be open to non-Subaru rear-wheel-drive cars?

If so you can put my name on the list for one or two days.

sperry · 2004-02-17, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pat R.

Would it be open to non-Subaru rear-wheel-drive cars?

If so you can put my name on the list for one or two days.

Of course! Subaru not required!

Nick Koan · 2004-02-17, 10:07 PM

I'll go pending lots of things. Like a vechicle, money, and um... thats about it

Which basically means I probably couldn't do it till the Summer.

zpeed · 2004-02-17, 11:24 PM

ME and my brother might go if we can find extra money. My 3rd baby is due mid April so mid to late May is better.

dknv · 2004-02-18, 10:36 AM

Welcome, Pat R!

(I won't jump in until i know what vehicle replacement i have.)

Pat R. · 2004-02-18, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dknv

Welcome, Pat R!

(I won't jump in until i know what vehicle replacement i have.)

Thanks Debbie!

I saw a brand new S2000 at Bill Pearce the other day...

dknv · 2004-02-18, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pat R.

I saw a brand new S2000 at Bill Pearce the other day...

Is that what you're driving?
It's a sweet car, isn't it?

Kevin M · 2004-02-18, 11:24 AM

In like Flynn.

Egan · 2004-02-18, 01:29 PM

I'm in (1 day event)! I replied at nasioc as well.

MikeSTI · 2004-02-18, 01:48 PM

well we are atleast over 15 now

sperry · 2004-02-18, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeSTI

well we are atleast over 15 now

Well, I'll bet once things are planned, we'll lose at least 1/4 to cost/date conflicts. But I did send an email off to the driving school to let them know we've got a group interested.

Pat R. · 2004-02-18, 06:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dknv

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pat R.

I saw a brand new S2000 at Bill Pearce the other day...

Is that what you're driving?
It's a sweet car, isn't it?

Yes, I have an '00 S2000. The '04 version has a bigger engine w/ lower redline, bigger wheels, softer suspension, and a clock.
You should go test drive the one at BP if they'll let you.

dknv · 2004-02-18, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pat R.

Yes, I have an '00 S2000. The '04 version has a bigger engine w/ lower redline, bigger wheels, softer suspension, and a clock.

:shock: so does that mean the '03 didn't have a clock?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pat R.

You should go test drive the one at BP if they'll let you.

sounds like a challenge I should look into. :wink:

AtomicLabMonkey · 2004-02-18, 08:53 PM

Boy, they're really stepping up the luxury equipment there with the addition of a clock.

MikeSTI · 2004-02-18, 09:41 PM

just adds weight

Pat R. · 2004-02-18, 09:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dknv

:shock: so does that mean the '03 didn't have a clock?

A clock was included with the 2001+ models.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AtomicLabMonkey

Boy, they're really stepping up the luxury equipment there with the addition of a clock.

Who needs a clock? If you're behind the wheel of an S2000 then it's obviously time to floor it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by dknv

sounds like a challenge I should look into. :wink:

When I bought mine they were all sold well before they were even put on the boat. In fact, the first time I saw an S2000 in person was the day I picked mine up-- three months after I had placed a non-refundable deposit on it. I don't know if that's still the case, but it's worth a try.

By the way, Bill Pearce Honda sucks! Their service dept. is not familiar with the nuances and intricacies of the S2000.

MikeSTI · 2004-02-18, 09:57 PM

well I'm sure if thats the car you wanted to go with you could find it some where now

Kostamojen · 2004-02-18, 10:11 PM

Ill probably go anyway, even if its $200... I will make it like a 3 day thing and have the cabin open for people to stay in who come from the bay to make it a easier drive in the morning

2004-02-17, 01:58 PM	#1
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	Gauging Interest: Reno-Fernley Track/Driving School Day SECCS is thinking about planning a Track Day / Driving School at Reno-Fernely Raceway this spring. No dates or cost yet. We need to make sure there's sufficient interest before planning. We are in touch with The Next Level driving school that operates at Reno-Fernley, and the track owner, so we may be able to setup a specific day for us, or simply take over one of the already scheduled schools. Depending on demand, we can do a 1 or 2 day school, and hopefully avoid Fridays since many people have to work. We're hoping for April or May, on a weekend that avoids Reno Region SCCA AutoX. We figure we'll need about 15-20 drivers, at a cost around $200 each. Please let us know if you're interested, what days would be best for your schedule, and if you'd like a 1 or 2 day event! Latest Info: Reno-Fernley is expanding! There is an additional 1.2 miles of more technical track that should be availible in May! I'm in contact with the track's school trying to hammer out a date. We're currently looking at an August event due to scheduling conflicts with Reno SCCA AutoX. Here are our scheduling options: Sat, July 24 - Potentially conflicts w/ Summer SCCA Test-n-Tune Sun, July 25 Sat, July 31 - Potentially conflicts with Lovelock Solo1 Trials Sun, Aug. 1 - Potentially conflicts with Lovelock Solo1 Trials Sun, Aug. 8 Sat, Aug 28 Sun, Aug 29 Pricing will hopefully come in under $200 per driver. Please let me know what dates work for you! Interested Parties: sperry MattR MikeSTI STIwish - pending vehicle ArthurS SubyDude (via NASIOC) JC Pat R Jerry C (via NASIOC) zspeed +1 Kostamojen kidatari (via I-Club) BAN SUVS GotBoost? (via I-Club) WRC-STI (via NASIOC) Egan OneManArmy (via NASIOC) Lowball Theo MikeK 100 (via NASIOC) pdqwrx +2 __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2004-02-17, 02:03 PM	#2
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	I'm interested, a 1 Day would be fine for me, and prefered actually. weekend a must. Matt R __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2004-02-17, 02:11 PM	#3
ArthurS EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,707 Car: 2011 Chevy Battle Wagon	Unsure yet. Ill let you know soon enough though. __________________ Captain Murphy: I dub thee Sir Phobos, Knight of Mars, beater of ass. Be a hitter, babe.

2004-02-17, 03:22 PM	#5
STIwish EJ251 Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ocala, FL Posts: 894	Ill go if I have something to drive. __________________ STIwish

2004-02-17, 04:14 PM	#6
MikeSTI EJ205 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,354 Car: 2004 STi Class: TSM I can't complain	I would like a 1 day better then 2, but if 2 days was required I guess that would have to be ok also __________________ Cobb Stage 2

2004-02-17, 07:58 PM	#7
JC Ask me about dubs! Real Name: JC Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 2,895 Car: 2013 Triumph Speed Triple R	I might go if it's middle to late may. You can all tremble at my non-turbo all season tire fury. __________________ Actually, I am a rocket scientist.

2004-02-17, 08:28 PM	#8
Pat R. EJ251 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Southeast Hades Posts: 593 Car: Red Class: Stockish ¿Quién es tu padre?	Would it be open to non-Subaru rear-wheel-drive cars? If so you can put my name on the list for one or two days.

2004-02-17, 10:07 PM	#10
Nick Koan JDM Cowboy Real Name: Nick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Somewhere Posts: 8,642 Car: 2015 Mazda 3	I'll go pending lots of things. Like a vechicle, money, and um... thats about it Which basically means I probably couldn't do it till the Summer. __________________ While a standard engine is powered by a belt connected to the crankshaft, a turbo engine runs on its own exhaust steam, making it more energy efficient. -- CNN

2004-02-17, 11:24 PM	#11
zpeed EJ251 Real Name: Nat S Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Reno, NV USA Posts: 743 Car: 06 S2000 Class: RNP & PDX	ME and my brother might go if we can find extra money. My 3rd baby is due mid April so mid to late May is better.

2004-02-18, 10:36 AM	#12
dknv EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: 39n53, 119w90 Posts: 2,698 Car: RX-8 Class: CS maybe	Welcome, Pat R! (I won't jump in until i know what vehicle replacement i have.)

2004-02-18, 11:24 AM	#15
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	In like Flynn. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2004-02-18, 01:29 PM	#16
Egan EJ18 Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Granite Bay, Kalifornia Posts: 68	I'm in (1 day event)! I replied at nasioc as well. __________________ If it doesn't fit, FORCE IT, if it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!

2004-02-18, 01:48 PM	#17
MikeSTI EJ205 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,354 Car: 2004 STi Class: TSM I can't complain	well we are atleast over 15 now __________________ Cobb Stage 2

2004-02-18, 08:53 PM	#21
AtomicLabMonkey Nightwalker Real Name: Austin Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Oshkosh, WI Posts: 4,063 Car: '13 WRX YGBSM	Boy, they're really stepping up the luxury equipment there with the addition of a clock. __________________ "None of you seem to understand. I'm not locked in here with you.. you're locked in here with me."

2004-02-18, 09:41 PM	#22
MikeSTI EJ205 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,354 Car: 2004 STi Class: TSM I can't complain	just adds weight __________________ Cobb Stage 2

2004-02-18, 09:57 PM	#24
MikeSTI EJ205 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,354 Car: 2004 STi Class: TSM I can't complain	well I'm sure if thats the car you wanted to go with you could find it some where now __________________ Cobb Stage 2

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