I used to drag race @ Englishtown and I would like to try road/track racing. I found out that NJ has a couple tracks that about an hour south of Englishtown. Watching youtube videos, it seems like a lot of fun.


Has anyone been there and what does it take to get on these tracks?
- How much does it cost/how many runs, how long is the average run?
- Any special rules and regulations? i.e. roll bar requirements, slicks, fire jacket, helmets, extinguishers, etc..?
- How hard is it on the car/clutch/tires?

Thanks

 

It has many right turns so will put a load on the left side tires brakes.

 

I've yet to be to NJMP, but you can find events at local tracks using motorsportreg.com

If you are in the tri-state area, there several courses within a few hours drive, NJMP, Pocono, Watkins Glen, Summit Point, Lime Rock and Monticello (private but they have opened for public events in the past).

Typically you're looking at 250+ per single day or about $400-$500 or more for a two day event. Typical one day events are 4 sessions per run group 20-30 minute sessions each.

For most HPDE's you'll need a helmet and you'll need a pre-event inspection completed and then need to pass a tech inspection once you arrive. No need for roll bars, definitely not slicks as a beginner, safety equipment is always good but you need minimal to begin with. Additionally, as a beginner you'll have an instructor in the car with you.

All in I typically plan for about $800-$1000 of expenses for a full weekend between entry fees, gas, on-track insurance, hotel, food and wear and tear (fluid changes and wear to pads and tires).

 

^^^ All great info from Corey and it's applicable to the HPDE program with NASA in the Northeast region. The link has good info about getting started.

You'd start in HPDE 1 with an in-car instructor until they approve you for solo in HPDE 2. The Northeast region is currently running a pre-season sale on several weekend events, two of which are at NJMP.

 

NJMP is a great facility, really fun track. I've only run Thunderbolt there, but it is a top notch track. NASA NE is a pretty good group to run with, and run there regularly on either Thunderbolt or Lightning.

 

That's a lot more than I expected. I was expecting $200-$300
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/mo...samond-ca.html

 

this aint the west coast. its expensive to get on track out here.

 

So true.

 

BMW (delvalbmwcca.org and njbmwcca.org) have great HPDE programs. Also various discounts, ex:
http://www.njbmwcca.org/event_info/D...tions_2012.php

There are also special "first timer" events like mentioned here:
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.p...61435127204721

This may also help: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Get-O...61435127204721

 

Sweet

 

There might be a spot or two open for the PCD CTD event on Feb 26th.

https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/mo...23-2013-a.html



PCA and BMW CCA both hold events at NJMP regularly and they're both pretty reasonable price wise. PCA your looking at $175 for one day, $330 or so for two.

 

If you don't mind going up to Watkins glen I believe the genesee valley chapter if bmwcca usually offers a $100 discount for first time participants, you could do a 2 day event for $300 or so.