Marque Madness III June 14-15
Registration now open.
f you have never driven on a track before, but would like to try, or if you have no idea what an apex is, but would like to learn how to corner better, or if you want to learn the basics of car control in a safe environment, or if you just want to come out and improve your skills, then this two-day event is definitely for you. To learn more about the track, go to www.virclub.com.
Registration is open only to members of the Audi Club North America, BMW Car Club of America, or Mercedes-Benz Club of America. Membership dues for each of these clubs:
* $44 - Audi Club North America
* $40 - BMW CCA
* $45 - Mercedes-Benz Club of America
The registration fee is $365 for each driver. Each registered student driver gets one ticket for the Thursday evening banquet. After May 20, the registration fee rises to $395. Additional banquet tickets for guests may be purchased at the event for $25 each.
http://www.gws-mbca.org/MarqueMadness.html
Woody was my instructor too
He helped me learn the track and was a big help when he reminded me to brake going into hog pens.
I also want to thank Joella John for filling me in on many little tricks and tidbits. The turn-in points and brake-points really helped.
I had never been to VIR, but I am sure I will be back. It is a great place, but I sure felt slow compared to the GT3s and Turbo Porsches. No need to lift when pointing them by!
Finally thanks to Raphael. Too bad about all the bent metal and busted toys, but at least nobody was hurt.