d-j

I guess mine was too old. Probably purchased in the late 80's or early 90's.

Keith

Most track schools/groups require a SA helmet and even offer loaners. SA00 are still good.

You can try www.saferacer.com... they aren't too bad either and they are located in Missouri.

Just remember, if you have a $50 head, get a $50 helmet.

keith

irev9k

so since im new do you guys reccommend i that i stay away from this event do u know of any events that would be good for a begginer?

Keith

Which event are you referring to? Personally, I've never attended a MVP event so I can't speak for them but I think Dave and Nick have.

Given that the S2000 is a convertible, most schools/groups require additional rollover protection (i.e. aftermarket rollbar)... The few schools/groups that don't requirement in the local area are MVP, Redline Time Attack and SCCA. I would definitely consider the SCCA. They are on their 4th PDX day at GIR and are getting to be pretty well organized.

Keith

FormulaRedline

Hmm, that's sort of tough question to answer. Both Nick and I went to professional racing schools before tracking our cars, so wouldn't know what the best way to start out with HPDEs is if you've never had track experience.

MVP had a beginner group and provided instructors. It is probably pretty friendly to newbies, but I couldn't say for sure.

irev9k

well i was interested in going to the track in joliet illinois, i mean i would no better then to push the car beyond my exp. But i think i would really have a good time i love shooting down backroads and around turns i am trying to grow up a lil and take it to a track or some kind of autocross event

SlipAngle79

I say go for it. In fact, I did 2 DE's at Gateway in my old car (VR4) before I went to a proper racing school. That car was alot more forgiving than the S2000, that is, it was prone to understeer at the limit and had AWD. The S2000 is gonna be more nuetral, but will "talk" to you alot more as you find you r way around the track for the first time. Listen to your instructor, do what he tells you to do even if you dont think its right, ride with him in his car for a session or 2, and you will be on your way.

SlipAngle79

My bad Irev9K, I didnt know you were reffering to the redline event at GIR....I would skip it if its your first one. How long have you been driving the car? I need to read these things more carefully. I am one of those people that likes running GIR, and that was were my first event was, so I wouldn't discourage going there, but the Redline DE had some heavily modified cars on track when I ran it last summer. I think ShawnS2k had a track prepared EVO almost run him off the road.

irev9k

this isnt my first rwd car so im not totally new to driving one but im sure i wont be a the fastest car for sure but i am just looking to have fun and get the most out of my S. So if i go i should just stay the heck out of everyones way huh

RGR1-88S2000

I may be in for Putnam in April: got to get to know the car a little bit first, and second see if the wife can get off work that day. That's a Monday?