TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
Originally Posted by InfernoRedXfire
Heads up DFWXfires and all others wanting to join us!
Mark your calendars as the next Laps For Charity event will happen at Texas Motor Speedway on Saturday, May 9th. This is your chance to experience the thrill of driving the 1.5 mile oval.
It would be fun to have a large group of Crossfires represent! Post here if you’re interested in going and let's get the list started. I'll update the thread with details as the event date gets closer.
Mark your calendars as the next Laps For Charity event will happen at Texas Motor Speedway on Saturday, May 9th. This is your chance to experience the thrill of driving the 1.5 mile oval.
It would be fun to have a large group of Crossfires represent! Post here if you’re interested in going and let's get the list started. I'll update the thread with details as the event date gets closer.
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
Wow
This would be so cool!!!
What kind of helmet? open face or closed?
and do you need to know right away? to register?
Do you get to run it solo too?
This would be so cool!!!
What kind of helmet? open face or closed?
and do you need to know right away? to register?
Do you get to run it solo too?
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
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Originally Posted by Harleyracefan
Wow
This would be so cool!!!
What kind of helmet? open face or closed? No helmet required.
and do you need to know right away? to register? More registration info to come.
Do you get to run it solo too? Unfortunately no. You go in groups and there will be a pace car. But speeds go up to 90-100mph...legally!
This would be so cool!!!
What kind of helmet? open face or closed? No helmet required.
and do you need to know right away? to register? More registration info to come.
Do you get to run it solo too? Unfortunately no. You go in groups and there will be a pace car. But speeds go up to 90-100mph...legally!
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
Dan, I'm in as of now, with or without mi esposa. I may bring my grandson, but have time to plan. I will follow your posts.
Question? Did Harley (above) refer to helmet for car or for bike?
Question? Is there a formal drivers meeting or just a read and sign?
Question? Is there a group run guarantee (barring weather)?
Question? Will there be a second group run if there are X cars?
Question? Will there be a group registration and when and where is the entry paid?
Question? Will there be a group meet and travel enmasse to the site?
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Question? Did Harley (above) refer to helmet for car or for bike?
Question? Is there a formal drivers meeting or just a read and sign?
Question? Is there a group run guarantee (barring weather)?
Question? Will there be a second group run if there are X cars?
Question? Will there be a group registration and when and where is the entry paid?
Question? Will there be a group meet and travel enmasse to the site?
John P
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
Here's the details TMS sent me about the event today:
We take reservations for car clubs of 12 or more cars from 5 pm until 7 pm. We currently have spaces available from 5:30 pm until 6:45 pm. Cost is $30 for three laps. Unfortunately the electronic flyer is not finished yet but I hope to have it by the first part of next week.
Below are some of the general rules for Laps:
Vehicle must be street legal and have current inspection sticker
All occupants in a car including the driver must wear a seatbelt
No drivers under the age of 18
All occupants must be at least 6 years of age or older
All occupants in a car must sign a waiver
Legal guardian of minors must sign separate waiver
Motorcyclists must wear a helmet and must stay on the apron of the track
No passing
Single file only (Please give us 1 lap to get up to speed)
Follow all instructions of Texas Motor Speedway vehicles on the track
The pace car will set the speed limit
If any vehicle in the group violates any of the safety procedures listed, the Texas Motor Speedway pace car will pull to the apron and bring the entire group to a stop. The violator will be pulled from the group and escorted from the Track.
We take reservations for car clubs of 12 or more cars from 5 pm until 7 pm. We currently have spaces available from 5:30 pm until 6:45 pm. Cost is $30 for three laps. Unfortunately the electronic flyer is not finished yet but I hope to have it by the first part of next week.
Below are some of the general rules for Laps:
Vehicle must be street legal and have current inspection sticker
All occupants in a car including the driver must wear a seatbelt
No drivers under the age of 18
All occupants must be at least 6 years of age or older
All occupants in a car must sign a waiver
Legal guardian of minors must sign separate waiver
Motorcyclists must wear a helmet and must stay on the apron of the track
No passing
Single file only (Please give us 1 lap to get up to speed)
Follow all instructions of Texas Motor Speedway vehicles on the track
The pace car will set the speed limit
If any vehicle in the group violates any of the safety procedures listed, the Texas Motor Speedway pace car will pull to the apron and bring the entire group to a stop. The violator will be pulled from the group and escorted from the Track.
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
Groups should arrive at least 45 minutes prior to run.
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
John, Since people are coming from all areas of town, we would just meet at the TMS.
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
The event normally runs if it rains. They just slow down the cars a bit.
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
Dan, what kinda track time you shooting for?
We are having our Apr GTG the 19th and I want to pitch it up big there. Some of our asphalt burners will be there
John P
We are having our Apr GTG the 19th and I want to pitch it up big there. Some of our asphalt burners will be there
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
Reason I asked is I'm looking at a 5 hour drive and others like Stogey and Jared are 3-4 hours. If others decide to return home same day day, an early schedule would be better. May 10th is M day you know.
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
They will let you in early so we can talk and look at all the cars in the infield etc. Just not sure how early. Makes it nice rather than just coming into the track, driving it and leaving.
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
thanks Steve, I realize this is all still in the planning stage for DFWXfires, I'm just trying to get solidified before our (CTC) GTG on 19 April. Y'all are welcome to join us for potluck at Bastrop State Park on the 19th April
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Re: TMS Laps For Charity, May 9th
Hey guys, been 20 days no news. Wassup? Do you have enough for a group run? We, CTC, are having our April GTG in Marble Falls on the 19th an I'd like to see is anyone is up for the 9 May trip, but I'd like to know what's in your plans.
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