Keith

Depends which one and which group you go with. Usually cost of participation can range from $175 to $225 for one day... so the average is about $200. That should include about 4-5 sessions and 15-20 mins per session. For first or second time participants, you want to make sure you have an instructor riding with you which most groups/clubs will provide (mandatory).

Of course you need to factor in the cost of a helmet (purchase or rent), gas, brakes (if needed), tires, inspection (if needed), etc.

PAYELS2K mentioned Redline Time Attack which is planning to return to GIR this Spring but I wouldn't recommend it for first timers. Instruction is extremely limited and since it is a timed event, most insurance companies won't cover your car if you have an off or collision.

Keith

d-j

Putnam Park looks interesting.



Is there someplace local that I can get a helmet?

Doug1627

Pretty much any bike dealer. There is on in Chesterfield Valley. Dave Mungenast maybe??

FormulaRedline

Keep in mind MVP requires SA rated helmets. SA being the fire resistant, car racing spec and M being the general motorcycle spec. You may have trouble finding SA helmets at a motorcycle shop.

Try Solo Performance Specialties if you are having trouble. You can order online, but they are also located in St. Louis.

Doug1627

I did not know that. I have a Bieffe(I think) Motorcycle helmet. Is that good enough for autocross?

FormulaRedline

Yes, you can use any Snell rated helmet for autocross (1990 and later I think...)

d-j

I got away with the motercycle helmet....but only once. 2nd time I did not pass tech inspection and could not run.


Solo Performance Specialties, LLC
780 Merus Ct.
Fenton, MO 63026
Phone: 1-877-614-SOLO(7656)

Doug1627

Thanks Formularedline!


DJ, when the didn't allow you to use your helmet were you autocrossing?

d-j

Yes sir. Earth City by the Magna Bank building.

FormulaRedline

Here is a link to official 2008 SCCA Autocross rules:

http://scca.org/documents/Solo%20Rul...lo_Rules_2.pdf

4.3.1 explains the helmet rules. The important bits:
So M2005 and M2000 helmets should be legal as well as the SA rated ones.