Edmundo2 Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 Hi. I'm looking to book onto the Croft track day in August. This will be my first ever track day however I've done a lot of Hillclimbing and Sprinting in the past in a fairly quick single seater andcwascpretty competitive in class.. My question therefore is whether I should book onto the novice or intermediate/expert session? I'm reasonably confident that my basic track driving skills are ok but I'm conscious my experience has been on an empty track and not surrounded by other cars.. Of the two different sessions the expert option gives more track time at 40 mins each hour whereas the novice is 20 min sessions so the former offers better value..However I can imagine 20 mins every hour could be enough for me and the car anyway..? Any advice on best option to choose would be appreciated.. Cheers, Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECR Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 If you are confident in the car I would suggest the intermediate/expert session. Drivers in this group are usually more predictable in their lines and braking. Once you have become comfortable with the track geography you should be ok. The big difference from sprinting etc is that you must keep a strong eye on your mirrors and obviously comply with the overtaking rules. I advise carefully noting the track exit. The first time I was on track I had to stay out more laps than I wanted to because I hadn't spotted the exit . It got very uncomfortable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Whitley Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 Intermediate. Other cars on track shouldn't be a problem. Even if you end up being one of the "Oh, I forgot I have mirrors!" crowd you'll just annoy someone, they shouldn't try any kamikaze overtaking manoeuvres. The time to check is at the start of a straight - if there's someone there then ease off to let them past instead of mashing the pedal to the metal - that's how to really annoy people. 40 minutes will be too long, but you can always go out for two 15 minute sessions in that time, you don't have to stay out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerobod - near CYYC Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 Also worth asking if someone who has good experience of that track can ride along with you and provide tips, if that is allowed in your sessions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edmundo2 Posted July 25, 2021 Author Share Posted July 25, 2021 Thanks all. I shall get booked in ...Looking forward to some smooth tarmac.. Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L7 FST Posted July 26, 2021 Share Posted July 26, 2021 Look forward to seeing you there! If Tony W could be persuaded to come too, that would make 3 Freestyle Duratecs....Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edmundo2 Posted July 28, 2021 Author Share Posted July 28, 2021 Ok I've booked onto the inter/expert session..Looking forward to it.. Next question is, do you where a race suit..? I still have all my race gear and it would seem sensible to wear a race suit on the basis its comfortable, fire proof and puncture proof etc..However I'm conscious that in many videos I see people tonking around tracks in normal clothes.. The race suit seems a better option but I should imagine you could get a few looks from others in civvies thinking you're a wannabe Stig.., ( and I'm conscious that in a new car on a new track I won't be breaking any records ). Any thoughts welcome.. Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECR Posted July 28, 2021 Share Posted July 28, 2021 Wear your suit. You never know when you need the protection.I've never been conscious of any sideways looks at suited individuals whatever their capability.have a great day ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Whitley Posted July 28, 2021 Share Posted July 28, 2021 Yes, used race suit especially - maybe if you were in a new car in a new suit and driving like Miss Daisy there might be some "All the gear and no idea" looks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edmundo2 Posted July 28, 2021 Author Share Posted July 28, 2021 Ok thanks all...Look forward to seeing some of you there.. Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted July 28, 2021 Member Share Posted July 28, 2021 If you don't wear a race suit remember that you will probably be asked to have your arms and legs covered. I've seen people try to argue this point in hot weather, and it would be a shame to miss a session.Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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