Luis,

Call me so we can arrange the 2 for 1 deal...954-263-8857

Thanks,

Todd

thanks brad

Hi everyone, looks like we still have some people needing a 2-for-1 buddy for this event. If you already found someone, please update your status for the event. If you're still looking, please check to see who else needs a two-fer pal.

This is going to be a very big event and one I'm very excited about. If there are any new drivers (to HPDE) and you have questions about getting your car ready or about the HPDE track events in general, please feel free to post them here, or contact me.

To NEW drivers. This is my 2nd event. Carlos and Juan go way beyond to help new drivers get started. I was completely lost and overwhelmed for my first event. If you have ANY question... just ask. Carlos and Juan probably have answered them 1000 times already.

is there a breakdown of how many in each group? and how do you get a garage? how much for it? thanks

Need a garage... arrive early...

Aldo, I believe there will be about 35 to 40 cars per group, but Brad from ERME will hopefully chime in and let us know. Schedule for this event will be posted on the ERME site and on this page by this Friday. Garages are free but they are on a first-come basis. TW usually reserves garages for its members, but not for this event due to the number of TW participants. If you are a NEW driver, please contact one of the organizers so we can make sure you don't get lost in the crowd.

contact a memeber of tw or erme if im new to this club?

Aldo, contact us if this is your very first track event. We want to make sure you have great first experience at the track and you don't get lost in the crowd or feel overwhelmed. There will be a lot of information to take in and your adrenaline will be flowing at 100 mph. This goes for anyone attending their first event, or even their second. Anyone wanting a little mentoring into the sport :)

+1 on what Carlos said...id be happy to guide anyone through their first event as well!

looking for a 2 for 1 buddy .

you can reach me at 305-299-2247 i will bring cash to event for my half.

2 for 1 buddy is Raphael Iglesias. Nice meeting you Raphael, see you at the track!! Chris

I've got another friend looking for a buddy.

Please email me at: msirlin@gmail.com and I'll pass along his info.

Thanks,
Mitch

Due to an overwhelming response to this event, the Novice Group is tentatively Sold Out. To be placed on the Novice waiting list: email registrar@erme.us
We are in need of additional instructors. If you or someone you know is a qualified instructor with another club, please go to the registration page at www.erme.us or email bklein@erme.us

Attention all HPDE Instructors: ERME needs Instructors for August 28th at Homestead. We are swamped with "first time" Novices. Don't shut them out! If you would like to contribute to the growth of track day events in South Florida, come out and teach the "Newbies" what you have learned over the years. Remember your first time on a road course? Did your instructor make you want to come back? If you answered "No", you either learned the value of a good instructor, or you would not be reading this.

Looking for a sign up buddy for this coming event. Contact me at hotmustang95@hotmail.com or 954-732-2622.

This event is only a couple of days away, you guys ready? I've posted the event and run group schedule on this page. Looks like the 2nd to last session will be shared by Novice & Intermediate Solo drivers. Does this mean we'll have to play nice? We're looking at setting up shop around garage #24. Be sure to stop by at noon for our 2-event give-away! Questions? Send them over.

I will be there. See you on Saturday.

I still need a 2-for-1 buddy. If anybody is still looking, let me know!

I guess I missed the info on the 2 fer. As there may be others, will someone post the details?

They ARE first come, first serve... The other garages are taken by FARA for the races. That's why you need to get there early or you'll be parking in the sun...

anyone need a buddy to split the registration fee? I'm all signed up, paid up, just need someone to cover their half.

Do we still have time to register for this event? intermediate or Advance?

Anyone still looking for a buddy for this event?

Robert, please contact Michael, he's already paid for the event and he's looking for a 2-for-1 buddy. Michael, reach out to Robert. I believe the event is sold out, but they may let you register. Send Brad at ERME and email.

robert, message sent!

Michael, web site says its sold out, i will try contacting Brad.
i will let you know, thanks

Can anyone suggest a local place to buy a full face helmet? Hoping to not spend more than 250 dollars.

Also, novices dont necessarily need garages as they will not likely be bringing other tires, tools, etc...just because you park your car behind the garages doesnt mean you cant hang out between sessions in the shade in the garages with everyone else.

We are less than 1 day away from this incredible event. I would like to address some of your issues and questions.
I have been working non-stop with FARA & HMS in regards to the garage issue. We are close to securing garages 17-30. This gives us 56 garage spaces. This should accomodate almost all of the race cars & cars that will be changing tires. All other cars can pit directly across from our garages. I will be at HMS Friday to finalize the details that work best for all ERME & TW drivers.

Man, Richard Ellister is gonna be pissed when he finds out he can't get two garages for his koenigsegg AND his GT2.

HI All, For those hwho haven't been to the track let me mention about the difference between Garages and whether you are in the shade. IF you are truly working on the Car (Changing tires etc then a garage is important. If you are driving up in your daily driver and running on streets, then you are fine parking adjacent to the garages in the paddock, grab your folding chairs and come in and hang out in the garages with the rest of your fellow Car nuts. Nobody is sitting out side in the sun.

For first timers, Please look at the newbie message board tips: Things that will ruin your day:

Not enough brake pad left (if you are low at all replace or bring spares)
No Brakes, Have your brakes bled with street fluid youwill likely boil your brake fluid. The Older your brake fluid the higher the water content so it is more likely to boil.

Not enough tire tread

Any cooling issue, if it runs hot on the street you are boiling on the track
Tire pressure, ask any of us for tips

Carlos, I will be bring my rain tires, which should by my theory keep the rain away all day!

Good thinking Joseph, it worked last time!!!

But I just waxed my car, which guarantees it WILL rain. I wonder which one will win out?

I am bringing my spare tire and 3 lug nuts just in case

Great day at the track. Enjoyed every session. Kudos to Carlos and Juan, well done " TW".

Great event!!! I got the car all shaken out for its first wheel to wheel race next weekend. See you at the next one!

I SUCK at remembering NAMES - My ERME instructor was driving a trailered black mustang - pulled by a green pickup. Please post the number for the metal fabricator in Stuart that built your roll bar. Thanks - sorry about forgeting your name - you really helped me improve my skills.

Amazing event! Despite all the traffic we still had a blast out there. Well done!

Hey Joseph, good luck next week man!

That was fun yesterday. As for the traffic, I thought everyone in B and C group were great.
Also, to the Trackweekend guys, it was really cool to see you raffle off two driving events. I am glad you set this group up. I know a lot of us really like this forum. It is a great way to meet and stay in touch with others in the sport,

I had a Kick Ass day yesterday as well.

Although I don't mind saying that some of the FARA drivers were driving like total assholes!! They came out in the beginner group, passing everywhere, including the turns, no point byes what so ever. It really left a bad taste in my mouth about sharing the track with them.

My student drove great and I have no problem signing him off of solo.

Thanks for everything guys!

There was a bit of traffic in the earlier sessions, but for the last session (B&C combined) I felt like I had the entire track to myself. I had to start making sure the corner workers were still there and that I hadn't missed the checkered flag to come in. I still gave plenty of point bys being one of the slower cars out there but that last session felt empty.

Second that. I had a problem with a FARA racer or two when I was instructing in the novice sessions. Those guys must not have taken the time to realize the effect they have on an absolute novice who is there because her husband convinced her to give it a try and who is already nervous about running in traffic. I don't see anyone benefiting from the racers running in the novice group; but if they do they should respect the passing rules and give the new people some respect.

Many thanks go out to Carmine Pace, my instructor. He definately got tired of telling me to BRAKE HARDER!! Next time I'll do better. I learned alot that day.

i had a blast although at some points my instructor and i experienced some wild drivers out on the track. want to say thanks to mitch for showing me around the track in his mustang, it helped a lot considering i drive a mustang too. it made it easier to compare.