TDE-Eagles Canyon July 11-12 - LotusTalk

Toad · 06-04-2009, 12:05 PM

I've signed up. Who else is in?

LordZ · 06-06-2009, 06:13 PM

Damn that's gonna be hot...

Alphonse · 06-09-2009, 12:33 PM

What's up with that, tryin to loose a few pounds? A cool suit would be a serious option consideration. Or were you counting on the brilliant Elise AC to keep you cool

LordZ · 06-09-2009, 12:47 PM

I personally use one of the small cigarette lighter fans that my bus driver had when I was a kid.

I bet that 211 gets pretty hot out there too. I ran with the top off on the Exige one event, I'll never do that again. At least not with a black helmet...

Toad · 06-09-2009, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LordZ

Damn that's gonna be hot...

Hey its North Texas, its a dry heat

Did Cresson in July previously; much more bearable than S. Texas.

After watching the video of that GTR going thru turns 8-12, looks like it might be kinda of a hoot to drive. And Alex took his Stohr 1000 out there and it didn't bounce around too much now that the've resurfaced it.

Toad · 06-25-2009, 08:41 PM

Morty · 06-26-2009, 05:54 AM

I am instructing and got 3 friends to sign up in Green run group; Jennifer my wife, Sarah Team Blue Goose Driver and Matt Team Blue Goose Mechanic. See you there!

RichS · 06-26-2009, 06:14 AM

It looks like I'll be instructing down here for the Harris Hill DE. I'm sort of bummed as I've missed a number of TDE events. Tell Rick and team that I said hey. Also, want to pick up my TDE jacket Matt?

Here's the last time I was at Eagles Canyon.

YouTube - Chasing a 451 RWHP Viper in my 165 RWHP Exige

Make sure to bring extra brake pads and fluid.

xtn · 06-26-2009, 06:22 AM

I'm in. I'll probably be dead before the weekend is over, but I'm in. Gotta die having fun, right?

xtn

Driftaholic · 06-26-2009, 07:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toad

Hey its North Texas, its a dry heat

Did Cresson in July previously; much more bearable than S. Texas.

After watching the video of that GTR going thru turns 8-12, looks like it might be kinda of a hoot to drive. And Alex took his Stohr 1000 out there and it didn't bounce around too much now that the've resurfaced it.

I was at the track yesterday. It was 106 deg in San Marcos near the outlet mall, however, it was pleasant at H2R because of its constant breeze.

petroboy · 06-26-2009, 12:26 PM

Unfortunately, I'll be at my in-laws' family reunion in Killeen.

Morty · 06-26-2009, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RichS

It looks like I'll be instructing down here for the Harris Hill DE. I'm sort of bummed as I've missed a number of TDE events. Tell Rick and team that I said hey. Also, want to pick up my TDE jacket Matt?

Here's the last time I was at Eagles Canyon.

YouTube - Chasing a 451 RWHP Viper in my 165 RWHP Exige

Make sure to bring extra brake pads and fluid.

Great Video!

Sure I can grab it! Matt is going to be running Goose 2 at the event!

Toad · 06-26-2009, 02:27 PM

Yeah I saw that video as well as Frankies from last year. Check out Jason Hart's video in a Carerra GT at ECR on facebook. It was put up this week I think.

EricH · 06-26-2009, 06:50 PM

Both my wife and I signed up earlier this week. It will be great to see everyone. I am a greenie but I will be running in the blue group so Rachel can run in green so we can share the car.

Morty · 06-27-2009, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EricH

Both my wife and I signed up earlier this week. It will be great to see everyone. I am a greenie but I will be running in the blue group so Rachel can run in green so we can share the car.

Wow now it's a family affair for sure! So your wife Vs her sister! Who’s gonna be faster?

xtn · 06-28-2009, 07:27 AM

That's going to be a tough bet to call...

Both have autox experience. One is new to the track but in a supercharged Exige. The other has been on the track once before and has an S2000CR. They're both very nice girls, but I wonder if there is any pent up sisterly aggression between them?

xtn

EricH · 06-28-2009, 08:46 AM

lol you guys. Rachel introduced Sarah to Auto-x. The 1st time Sarah was ever at the track was when I brought her and introduced her to you guys. So, Rachel has the most "car" experience.. she has driven at MSR before but when she had an Subie STi and I was in my M3. But techically they both have the same amt of track time. I have only driven at MSR one more time than either of them. Anyone have lap timers to let them borrow? Otherwise the question may never get answered.

Either way, having my wife and fav sister in law interested in autosports ain't such a bad deal, but it sure is hell to pay if one of them is faster than me!

None of us have ever driven at Eagle's Canyon, should be fun!

Trying to decide if we have to drive home between days however... or try to stuff enough in the Exige to stay out there somewhere. Any recommeneded places to stay? Or perhaps recommended places to NOT stay?

RichS · 06-28-2009, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EricH

or try to stuff enough in the Exige to stay out there somewhere.

I do it all the time with no issues at all, including all my track gear.

EricH · 06-28-2009, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RichS

I do it all the time with no issues at all, including all my track gear.

2 people's worth? That is encouraging. After our helmets there is room for a small backback in between them which has our airpump, water etc.. maybe some t-shirts and shorts can fit I am sure.

xtn · 06-28-2009, 10:55 AM

Quoted from Rick's email:

Friday Night Novice Meeting: will be held at the Hampton Inn meeting room at 8:30 till 9:30pm.

MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATIONS ASAP: We research all the hotels in the area and this is the best hotel at the best deal and newest hotel which makes a difference…Hampton Inn and Suites Decatur 110 South US Hwy 81/287 Decatur, Texas 76234 ph (940) 627-4900 ** Mention Drivers Edge at check-in and receive a discount ** $79 standard & $89 suite that’s over 30% discount.

06-04-2009, 12:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
Toad A lot of stickers! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: 30 miles due east, take a right Posts: 1,703 Images: 9	TDE-Eagles Canyon July 11-12 I've signed up. Who else is in? __________________ Jeff Formerly known as brgm100 1991 Lotus M100 Elan 2005 Lotus Elise 2008 Saturn Astra XR 3 door 5 Speed

06-25-2009, 08:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
Toad A lot of stickers! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: 30 miles due east, take a right Posts: 1,703 Images: 9	bump __________________ Jeff Formerly known as brgm100 1991 Lotus M100 Elan 2005 Lotus Elise 2008 Saturn Astra XR 3 door 5 Speed

06-26-2009, 05:54 AM	#7 (permalink)
Morty I love Loyal Customers Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Dallas Posts: 563	I am instructing and got 3 friends to sign up in Green run group; Jennifer my wife, Sarah Team Blue Goose Driver and Matt Team Blue Goose Mechanic. See you there! __________________ www.myspace.com/teambluegoose www.bluegoosecantina.com www.awshucksdallas.com www.bigshucks.com

06-26-2009, 06:22 AM	#9 (permalink)
xtn McLareghini Bugatterrari Join Date: May 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 6,845	I'm in. I'll probably be dead before the weekend is over, but I'm in. Gotta die having fun, right? xtn __________________ 2006 McLareghini Bugatterrari, Storm Titanium... <mods> installed: air horn, Scroth 4-point ASM harnesses, Sector111 halon extinguisher and mounting bracket, Von Hep exhaust and rear panel delete, Pagid brake pads, red Volks CE28n wheels, Toyo RA-1 tires, Nitron SA coilovers, Sector111 (WorksBell) quick-disconnect steering wheel kit. awaiting installation: Scroth "pull-up" lap belts, Sector111 RTD Brace, Tony's heater bypass mod, and dropped steering rack mounting plates. </mods>

06-26-2009, 12:26 PM	#11 (permalink)
petroboy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Suburban DFW ESZ (Enforced Sameness Zone) Posts: 241	Unfortunately, I'll be at my in-laws' family reunion in Killeen. __________________ '05 Elise

06-06-2009, 06:13 PM	#2 (permalink)
LordZ 06 S280 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,302	Damn that's gonna be hot...

06-09-2009, 12:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
Alphonse Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 909 Images: 10	What's up with that, tryin to loose a few pounds? A cool suit would be a serious option consideration. Or were you counting on the brilliant Elise AC to keep you cool

06-09-2009, 12:47 PM	#4 (permalink)
LordZ 06 S280 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,302	I personally use one of the small cigarette lighter fans that my bus driver had when I was a kid. I bet that 211 gets pretty hot out there too. I ran with the top off on the Exige one event, I'll never do that again. At least not with a black helmet...

06-26-2009, 02:27 PM	#13 (permalink)
Toad A lot of stickers! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: 30 miles due east, take a right Posts: 1,703 Images: 9	Yeah I saw that video as well as Frankies from last year. Check out Jason Hart's video in a Carerra GT at ECR on facebook. It was put up this week I think. __________________ Jeff Formerly known as brgm100 1991 Lotus M100 Elan 2005 Lotus Elise 2008 Saturn Astra XR 3 door 5 Speed

06-26-2009, 06:50 PM	#14 (permalink)
EricH Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 621	Both my wife and I signed up earlier this week. It will be great to see everyone. I am a greenie but I will be running in the blue group so Rachel can run in green so we can share the car. __________________ Click links to see my 2008 Lotus Exige-S 240 , '99 M3, 505rwhp '89 Mustang ( sold) , '05 WRX STI ( sold) homepages or here for my M3 vid (11MB) Last edited by EricH : 06-26-2009 at 07:06 PM.

06-28-2009, 07:27 AM	#16 (permalink)
xtn McLareghini Bugatterrari Join Date: May 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 6,845	That's going to be a tough bet to call... Both have autox experience. One is new to the track but in a supercharged Exige. The other has been on the track once before and has an S2000CR. They're both very nice girls, but I wonder if there is any pent up sisterly aggression between them? xtn __________________ 2006 McLareghini Bugatterrari, Storm Titanium... <mods> installed: air horn, Scroth 4-point ASM harnesses, Sector111 halon extinguisher and mounting bracket, Von Hep exhaust and rear panel delete, Pagid brake pads, red Volks CE28n wheels, Toyo RA-1 tires, Nitron SA coilovers, Sector111 (WorksBell) quick-disconnect steering wheel kit. awaiting installation: Scroth "pull-up" lap belts, Sector111 RTD Brace, Tony's heater bypass mod, and dropped steering rack mounting plates. </mods>

06-28-2009, 08:46 AM	#17 (permalink)
EricH Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 621	lol you guys. Rachel introduced Sarah to Auto-x. The 1st time Sarah was ever at the track was when I brought her and introduced her to you guys. So, Rachel has the most "car" experience.. she has driven at MSR before but when she had an Subie STi and I was in my M3. But techically they both have the same amt of track time. I have only driven at MSR one more time than either of them. Anyone have lap timers to let them borrow? Otherwise the question may never get answered. Either way, having my wife and fav sister in law interested in autosports ain't such a bad deal, but it sure is hell to pay if one of them is faster than me! None of us have ever driven at Eagle's Canyon, should be fun! Trying to decide if we have to drive home between days however... or try to stuff enough in the Exige to stay out there somewhere. Any recommeneded places to stay? Or perhaps recommended places to NOT stay? __________________ Click links to see my 2008 Lotus Exige-S 240 , '99 M3, 505rwhp '89 Mustang ( sold) , '05 WRX STI ( sold) homepages or here for my M3 vid (11MB)

06-28-2009, 10:55 AM	#20 (permalink)
xtn McLareghini Bugatterrari Join Date: May 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 6,845	Quoted from Rick's email: Friday Night Novice Meeting: will be held at the Hampton Inn meeting room at 8:30 till 9:30pm. MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATIONS ASAP: We research all the hotels in the area and this is the best hotel at the best deal and newest hotel which makes a difference…Hampton Inn and Suites Decatur 110 South US Hwy 81/287 Decatur, Texas 76234 ph (940) 627-4900 Mention Drivers Edge at check-in and receive a discount $79 standard & $89 suite that’s over 30% discount. __________________ 2006 McLareghini Bugatterrari, Storm Titanium... <mods> installed: air horn, Scroth 4-point ASM harnesses, Sector111 halon extinguisher and mounting bracket, Von Hep exhaust and rear panel delete, Pagid brake pads, red Volks CE28n wheels, Toyo RA-1 tires, Nitron SA coilovers, Sector111 (WorksBell) quick-disconnect steering wheel kit. awaiting installation: Scroth "pull-up" lap belts, Sector111 RTD Brace, Tony's heater bypass mod, and dropped steering rack mounting plates. </mods>

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