RSW Driftcross Event #2 - 4/11/09
03-25-2009, 01:10 PM
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RSW Driftcross Event #2 - 4/11/09
These events are great for drivers looking for a racing event that is faster than auto-x but not as taxing as open lapping days. Or...you can try your hand at a amateur level drift competition. Sandia Motorsport Park is divided into north and south halves. The drift competition uses the northern half and the auto-x/track crowd uses the southern half. Entrants can choose to participate in either drifting or auto-x...or BOTH! I, personally, compete in the auto-x/track racing portion. Here are the event details -
WHERE - Sandia Motorsport Park (SMP) - here's a LINK for those who have not been to this venue.
WHEN - Saturday the 11th of April. Gates open at 8:00 am and racing is scheduled to start at 9:00 am. Tech inspection starts at 8:30 am and you must have your car teched before the start of the racing or you will not be allowed to participate. Tech inspections are simple - no leaks, battery secured, wheel bearings in satisfactory condition and functional brakes/tires (no cords showing). If your tires are about to cord, DO NOT BRING THEM TO THE TRACK! Cording a tire on the track will usually result in severe loss of traction and you'll get to experience an off-track excursion...or worse.
COST -
Autocross/track racing only - $50
Drifting competition only - $60
Both competitions - $70
Spectator/pit pass - $5, 14 and under get in free & entrants get one person in for free
EVENT DETAILS -
Anyone driving/passenger in a car on course MUST be wearing a helmet. Drivers are allowed to take one passenger with them in their car.
All other details, rules, and car classing can be found on the RSW board. Here is the link - RSW Thread
OTHER - I am co-designing the auto-x/track course, so it will be S2000 friendly! At the last event, STIs and other high HP cars had an advantage. This time, it'll be all about turning ability....where the S2000 really shines! Speeds should be under 90 mph peak.
Hopefully, I'll see a few of you out there!
- Cheers
EDIT: Fixed map link and event date
WHERE - Sandia Motorsport Park (SMP) - here's a LINK for those who have not been to this venue.
WHEN - Saturday the 11th of April. Gates open at 8:00 am and racing is scheduled to start at 9:00 am. Tech inspection starts at 8:30 am and you must have your car teched before the start of the racing or you will not be allowed to participate. Tech inspections are simple - no leaks, battery secured, wheel bearings in satisfactory condition and functional brakes/tires (no cords showing). If your tires are about to cord, DO NOT BRING THEM TO THE TRACK! Cording a tire on the track will usually result in severe loss of traction and you'll get to experience an off-track excursion...or worse.
COST -
Autocross/track racing only - $50
Drifting competition only - $60
Both competitions - $70
Spectator/pit pass - $5, 14 and under get in free & entrants get one person in for free
EVENT DETAILS -
Anyone driving/passenger in a car on course MUST be wearing a helmet. Drivers are allowed to take one passenger with them in their car.
All other details, rules, and car classing can be found on the RSW board. Here is the link - RSW Thread
OTHER - I am co-designing the auto-x/track course, so it will be S2000 friendly! At the last event, STIs and other high HP cars had an advantage. This time, it'll be all about turning ability....where the S2000 really shines! Speeds should be under 90 mph peak.
Hopefully, I'll see a few of you out there!
- Cheers
EDIT: Fixed map link and event date
03-26-2009, 08:45 PM
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Went to one of these last year with the S2000 and it was fun... Can't wait to get the EVO X out to one of these. Any word on the UNM autocross for next month??
03-27-2009, 07:22 AM
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Originally Posted by otbs2k,Mar 26 2009, 09:45 PM
Any word on the UNM autocross for next month??
03-27-2009, 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by croftoncustoms,Mar 27 2009, 08:53 AM
i realllly want to go!!!
Here's what I got in response to my question about the UNM FSAE Auto-x -
Originally Posted by Regional Auto-x Director
It will most likely be in May at this point, we are discussing Memorial Day weekend but nothing official.
There is an autox school in Farmington on April 18 run by the PCA.
There is an autox school in Farmington on April 18 run by the PCA.
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8 days to go ... and counting! The course we've designed should be pretty fun. The speeds we're expecting should be nice on tires (lower than previous RSW Driftcross events) because we're emphasizing momentum conservation and precise turning. As usual, power will help but it shouldn't be the deciding factor at this event.
Hopefully I'll see a few more S2000s out at this event!
Jake
Hopefully I'll see a few more S2000s out at this event!
Jake