GC9911 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 I was just wondering if any of the NSW PFA (or others) are interested in organising a track day either at Wakefield Park or The Farm ( if I can organise it, been there a couple of times but may need to go through Rich at Retro Motorsport). Any interest?????? Probably more a fun day than who's got the biggest dick day, but open to suggestions (not about the dick bit). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsujack Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Yes, very interested! Especially a farm day. Pretty sure @JV911 @turboT @edgy would be up for some farming too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD86 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 I'd definitely be in for this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K911 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Very keen on a farm day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GC9911 Posted 5January, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 OK,I'm going to investigate The Farm & Symsy is having a look at Wakefield, will probably take a few days to get options. Probably we'll need12 minimum to make it viable. Last time I went to the Farm it was about $600???? for the day which included food & tuition but not sure of current rates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turboT Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Yes, very interested! Especially a farm day. Pretty sure @JV911 @turboT @edgy would be up for some farming too?I need a modern car...rs4 wagon driven with zero care could take most of you boys on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tk111 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 I am interested! Wakefield would probably be an easier option, but The Farm could be fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Interested but last i heard it was $600 for a track day at the farm, as I understand Wakefield is around $250? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter M Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Yes please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JV911 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 The Farm is HEAPS better, but $600 as opposed to ~$250 (plus $50 for a Licence if you don't have one) for Wakefield. Usually max 12 cars and only 3 or 4 cars on course at once (it's not a "track"), so you get heaps of driving time and no traffic to worry about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D2000 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 I'd be interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K911 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Regarding the Farm, besides bringing my car, what else would I need. Do you have to wear a helmet? Anything else?Not ashamed to admit that i'm a track day virgin. I paid for a few laps in a 458 italia a few years ago in the states but that does not count.I really hope this happens. Any tips from anyone who's been there would be much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 I was keen until you said not about the dicks. ? Im definitely keen, if I'm dropping some coin on a track day and beating up the car my preference is to have timed sessions. But not deal breaker if not. I need a modern car...rs4 wagon driven with zero care could take most of you boys on Don't write checques you can't cash pal. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JV911 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Regarding the Farm, besides bringing my car, what else would I need. Do you have to wear a helmet? Anything else?Not ashamed to admit that i'm a track day virgin. I paid for a few laps in a 458 italia a few years ago in the states but that does not count.I really hope this happens. Any tips from anyone who's been there would be much appreciated.Nope, no helmets. Remember it's not a racetrack It's more like an alpine road. An undulating ~5km with 25 odd corners - a good mix of fast and slow, on and off camber, open sweepers and blind corners. No run-off areas or kitty litter...just big embankments and trees, so if you go off, you stay off!There is usually an instructor available, so the best thing you can do is a couple of sessions with him.https://www.google.com.au/maps/@-33.267434,151.236119,1071m/data=!3m1!1e3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tk111 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Im definitely keen, if I'm dropping some coin on a track day and beating up the car my preference is to have timed sessions. But not deal breaker if not. edgy, Check out the iPhone application called Harry's Laptimer. It works well enough when the timing equipment is not in use at the track. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy468 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Just clicked on the farm map - I've gotta ask fellas, what the hell is the most fantastic looking private track doing all the way out there in the middle of nowhere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K911 Posted 5January, 2017 Report Share Posted 5January, 2017 Nope, no helmets. Remember it's not a racetrack It's more like an alpine road. An undulating ~5km with 25 odd corners - a good mix of fast and slow, on and off camber, open sweepers and blind corners. No run-off areas or kitty litter...just big embankments and trees, so if you go off, you stay off!There is usually an instructor available, so the best thing you can do is a couple of sessions with him.https://www.google.com.au/maps/@-33.267434,151.236119,1071m/data=!3m1!1e3 Good to know. Sounds perfect. Thanks mate. Just clicked on the farm map - I've gotta ask fellas, what the hell is the most fantastic looking private track doing all the way out there in the middle of nowhere?http://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/love-of-fast-cars-and-a-lost-licence-drove-this-private-world-class-track/news-story/3860c65f5c4350eb7baef53af608502e Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JV911 Posted 6January, 2017 Report Share Posted 6January, 2017 Just clicked on the farm map - I've gotta ask fellas, what the hell is the most fantastic looking private track doing all the way out there in the middle of nowhere?Built by the former CEO of Coke, who needed somewhere to drive his McLaren. My preference is to have timed sessions. But not deal breaker if not. Farm has a no photos and no lap time policy. First rule of fight club - don't talk about fight club (or post photos on social media in this case) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D2000 Posted 6January, 2017 Report Share Posted 6January, 2017 Novice/killjoy question: Anyone know what the insurance situation is where not a racetrack? ie does your standard insurance generally cover (appreciate this will be insurer specific but general indication may be useful) or can you get track day insurance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy468 Posted 6January, 2017 Report Share Posted 6January, 2017 Thanks JV, Nice way to spend ya hardearned having ya own track! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GC9911 Posted 6January, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 6January, 2017 Novice/killjoy question: Anyone know what the insurance situation is where not a racetrack? ie does your standard insurance generally cover (appreciate this will be insurer specific but general indication may be useful) or can you get track day insurance?Regardless of your personal insurance circumstance, I always assume I have no insurance at all, definately focuses the mind & keeps me within the limits of my incompetance. Never really wanted to test my insurance company by starting my claim with "well I was at the track at turn 2 when............" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JV911 Posted 6January, 2017 Report Share Posted 6January, 2017 There are a limited number of companies that offer track day cover...CAMS and Famous spring to mind.With your normal CTP and comprehensive it is safe to assume you are NOT covered. The CX5 is due for renewal so I happen to have a brochure handy, which says:We don’t provide cover if at the time of the accident:• The vehicle was unregistered, or...being used in a race, trial, test, rally or contest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D2000 Posted 6January, 2017 Report Share Posted 6January, 2017 We don’t provide cover if at the time of the accident:• The vehicle was unregistered, or...being used in a race, trial, test, rally or contesthere is what my comprehensive insurer excludesMotor sports or similar activities your car being used: in, or being tested in preparation for, a race, contest, trial, test, hill climb or any motor sport; or on a competition race track, competition circuit, competition course or competition arena unless; your car is being driven as part of a driver education course that does not involve speeds in excess of 100km/h or the timing of cars; or you have told us about this use of your car and we have agreed to cover you....Reckless acts any intentional or reckless act by you, the driver of the car or by a person acting with your express or implied consent (such as street racing, burnouts or donuts). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleazius Posted 6January, 2017 Report Share Posted 6January, 2017 I'm in depending on dates. My bro-in-law would be too with his GT3 (not PFA member though). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GusTV Posted 6January, 2017 Report Share Posted 6January, 2017 I'm in depending on dates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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