CHAMPION YAMAHA TRACK DAY

[jason 41]

YOU HAVE ALL ASKED FOR IT, WELL HERE IT IS. SUNDAY MARCH 5 105 BUCKS..THATS RIGHT SUNDAY, 105 DOLLARS AND ONLY AN HOUR AND FIFTEEN MINUTES AWAY. IF YOUR IN CALL US AT THE SHOP AT 856-8656 AND ASK FOR JASON OR KENNY. WE NEED AT LEAST 17 PEOPLE TO MAKE THIS POSSIBLE...IF YOU'RE NEW, DONT WORRY THERE WILL BE PLENTY OF EXPERIENCED RACERS ON HAND TO HELP OUT. IF YOU DONT HAVE GEAR CALL ME AT THE SHOP AND I'LL SEE WHAT I CAN DO... SO HERE IT IS, YOUR CHANCE TO FIND OUT WHAT THAT BIKE CAN REALY DO, IN A FUN AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT.

[Mike]

Added to the calendar upgraded to a global announcement.

Added to SC. Kat you doing myspace?
should i do zx-10r.net?

[mccutch2u]

isn't that bikeweek

[Mike]

Well, I'm definitely in. Will be taking more pictures than riding, most likely.

[Mike]

isn't that bikeweek

That's the beginning of Bike Week, but the more interesting stuff happens the following weekend anyways so it ain't no big thing :wtg:

[mandingo]

isn't that bikeweek
who cares.........................................

[easye]

Will there be a tire guy on hand, if so how much is a set of dunlops or michelins?

[Nash]

I'm still looking for a set of race plastics for my '00 GSXR750. Jason, Kenny......you guys got any ideas?

[mandingo]

evan, you know i'll do what i can for ya, call me. we are going to jennings this weekend, come on down!!! and dave, RIDE IT NAKED!!!!!!!! j/k, i'll see what i can do for ya.

[Mike]

evan, you know i'll do what i can for ya, call me. we are going to jennings this weekend, come on down!!! and dave, RIDE IT NAKED!!!!!!!! j/k, i'll see what i can do for ya.

<<< thinks about coming along just for the pics...

[mandingo]

nash, i found you some bodywork. it's painted gray or silver, but it's race bodywork and its practically new. call me, 843-568-0187.

[SUM650]

This is definitely on my schedule. I plan to be there no matter what.

[jason 41]

This is gonna be great, Spots are filling up fast, So if you want to go call us and pay up front. We are only taking 30 riders, 2 groups 20min sessions. More trak time than you can shack a stick at.

[crash]

Do you already have a list. I might go depending on how everything works out for me. Just don't have time for a weekend trip to Jennings anymore.

[jason 41]

yes there is a list, just call us at the shop and we'll put you on it.........Maybe we'll make some food and call it a going away track day!!!!!!! :wtg:

[jason 41]

If you havn't called us you are gonna miss out we have about 20 already. please call us if you want to go

count me in.

[jason 41]

Thats right, "Randy the Road racer"

[CT954RIDER]

Save a spot for me I have been playing with the 50's to long and need to get back on the track!! Maybe this trip to robliing will be better than my last one!!! Is there power????

hey how;s keeny feeling? {had a spill at jennings}

[jason 41]

Kenny is fine and so is the bike, And yes Ben reobling has power, hows my old bike? post some pics

picks from the last time at jennings

...

more

and more

me havein fun!

[Kat_Mac]

Kat you doing myspace?

Sorry, Randy, just saw this. Haven't yet, but will if you need me to.

yes please mam.

[dumwinnie]

trying to get someone to work for me sunday, if so.......count me in. jason, will let you know something tuesday afternoon. dave

First to utalize space in the trailer and a ride there it will be $25. thats round trip. bike and gear. I have 2 seats open in the truck. so first 2 get it. but will have slots open in the trailer. if the "seat" slots get filled then it will be $20 for just your bike. all bikes transported will also be pitting with us. {easy to wrap up at the end of the day}

OTHER NEWS!!!

there is a need for corner workers. {super easy job} you get the best seats in the house. slots 6. 1 has been filled. need 5 more. This job is the shit! if you have ever wanted to attend a track day but didnt have the money or time to do everything this is for you. There will be NO SPECTATING! now yes you can bring your chick but there will be no people just hangin around. so sign up as a corner worker! oh did i mention kenny said corner workers get free food and BEER! If you want to do this you need to understand that you cant back out. 30 people will be depending on you.

Hey jason my boy tom from scriders wants in on the list. how many does that make?

[dumwinnie]

jason, i'm in, got someone to cover for me. i'll be by tomorrow to give you the $'s.

[SUM650]

That is a sick pic of that #41. Any of you guy's know this dude? Look at lean angle in the pic, almost like Matt!

[jason 41]

Yeah I heard about that guy, I heard hes a CHERRY PICKER.......HAHA..

[jason 41]

Yeah I heard about that guy, I heard hes a CHERRY PICKER.......HAHA..

[jason 41]

Yeah I seen that dude, Heard he was a CHeRRY PICKER, Have you heard Randys new song " I'm in love with a Honda" Its turning ,its handling amazing....... :lmao: So you gonna go to the track day or what?

Me yea as soon as that slow ass 41 gets out of my way

Hey someone needs to get a hold of andrew. he said he wanted to go way back but havent heard from him sence... the slots to go are almost full so we ned to know.

hey one of you track techy guys come over here and answer some ofthese questions Im talkin out my ass.....
http://www.scriders.com/forum/index.php?topic=1723.new#new

[Nash]

Are corner workers still needed? If so, I think I can get a couple.

I have 3 Will, Shannon, and Oz had 8 but then they all signed up to ride lol we need 6...6 "im not going to back out at the last min" people.

[Nash]

I might be able to get six. Is this the exact number we need?

[mccutch2u]

are you going nash

Yea here's a thought... Who's going? post up
Im in...
really here is all i know.

Randy
Tom
Dave
Jason 41
kenny
brian {from sc}
DK

[SUM650]

Yea here's a thought... Who's going? post up
Im in...
really here is all i know.

Randy
Tom
Dave
Jason 41
Kenny
Brian {from sc}
DK
Barry

Everyone can post up that they want, but if you haven't paid Kenny for your spot then your not on the list.

[Nash]

are you going nash

I'm trying to get the bike together now, but most likely, Yes.

[Nash]

Yes, count me in for now. It's looking like the bike will be ready. Depends on a couple Ebay auctions.

[Nash]

As of right now, I've got five volunteers to work the corners.

[mccutch2u]

there are some race plastics on ebay for 150 right now they end in 2 days i think i will send you a link and if you want the stret plastics i think that my friend still has them

[CBRjunkie]

[glow=red:8a4fea99e1]TIRE DEAL!!![/glow:8a4fea99e1]

To anyone attending the trackday I will order a set of the 208GPA tires for $300 plus tax. Free shipping. This is the price we would pay as racers with shipping. And this ends up being employee price for us at the shop. This is only for the trackday riders. We just want to see everyone have a safe day. I need to order these by the 28th to get them in here on time. Just stop by the shop with a full deposit.

-Matt

[mandingo]

Thanks to everyone for the speedy pre-reg's. I made some changes due to rider request's, but was not given the opportunity to post the changes that were requsted before someone else decided it would be better for them to do it for me. Originally, it was to be 2 groups of 15 at 20 minute sessions. Unfortunitly, this will mix experts with novices and there was some riders that didn't like that. Well it makes sense to have three groups at 15 minute sessions with less riders. So, if this is a problem I will offer a refund to you. I mean you can always pay much more money and ride with many more riders in a group, but hey what do I know, I've never done this before . SOOOOOOOO with that said, I look forward to meeting those of you that stick with it and I assure you that it will be a good time.

ALSO,
I have many of you that pre-reged over the phone with me, but have not sent the checks yet. I can only have 40 riders for this to work well with small groups and still give plenty of track time. Over 40 riders would be too crowded. SO what is gonna happen is I am checking off names as I recieve payment. When I reach 40 (aprox. 13 per group) I will be returning or shreading checks for those that don't make the cut. What ever the rider requests. Thank you all once again. YOU GUYS ACTUALLY RIDE!!!!!!!!!

Kenny... holly shit. i got like 1/2 of sc comeing lol beufort chucktown greenville i mean damn

[Mike]

Kenny... holly shit. i got like 1/2 of sc comeing lol beufort chucktown greenville i mean damn

No shit? Damn... well, I just might skip riding altogether to take a truckload of pics. Wonder if any of them would want to join here as well... hmmm...

[donny]

Becky wants to know if there are any girls riding at Roebling?

Kenny... holly shit. i got like 1/2 of sc comeing lol beufort chucktown greenville i mean damn

No shit? Damn... well, I just might skip riding altogether to take a truckload of pics. Wonder if any of them would want to join here as well... hmmm...
Some allready have. I kinda like it though. it's like a family reunion.

[mandingo]

randy i sent you a message on my space.



as far as people just showing up, not gonna happen. you guy's have to understand that RRR has a strict NO SPECTATOR POLICY. If you are not on my list you do not get in. if you want to corner work call me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

mike where the hell are you, call me!!!!!!!!

yea i have 3 workers. Shannon will and oz. When should the trucks roll into the gates?

[jason 41]

Of course there will be girls riding there, One of the best, Sarah Irvin. She has been racing for a couple of years now and is one of the best riders I know. And is a super sweet girl who is always down to help even the newest of riders.............And did I mention she's spanked Mac a few times :lmao:

[donny]

how many spots are left? Becky is thinking about riding but she is not sure yet.

[mandingo]

10 at best off the top of my head.

someone said the race meeting was at 8...?

[mandingo]

if you want to camp at the track you must be there between 7pm and 10 pm saturday night. you cannot get in the gate anytime before that or after that. once again RRR has strict rules, so by making schedule times strict we keep them happy. for those of you that have not been to RRR, they have a mixed reputation to say the least. I have a good relationship with the track Managers and intend to keep it. Basically, don't bring pit bikes and never under any circumstances do wheelies ON PURPOSE. they know what a power wheelie is so don't tempt them. thanks all.

Wow.... at first we cant get 10 to jennings and now were all booked up at roebling.... wow

[SUM650]

Ron Ayers is offering a free front tire if you buy the rear. Now that's a deal.

http://www.ronayers.com/index.cfm

[mandingo]

for a few bucks more you can get dunlops from us at $300.00. sorry but unless you are riding an sv :chin: dunlops are better. :lmao:

Tires are good. oil change done. chain waxed...... are we there yet are we there yet are we there yet

[crash]

Well Randy, you can get everybody to Roebling because it is a day trip not a overnighter that requires more money as well. Anyway see you there.

yea man glad to see you can make it.

[SUM650]

Wow.... at first we cant get 10 to jennings and now were all booked up at roebling.... wow

I hate to bust your bubble but you didn't do anything special Randy. Every trackday that Kenny has hosted at Roebling has been a hit. Kenny's trackday's are kind of well known now. The last one had a AMA racer there practicing with Trey. The action was fantastic. There were people there from all over. NY, Atlanta, to South Florida. It was packed with tents, rv's and racers all over the place. On top of that there were at least 15 or more people from Charleston there. They even had the red bull reps there giving out free samples. That was probably one of the top track days I have done to date.

http://www.dkf2.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=128

[Mike]

It looks like I'll be doing a whole lot more shooting than riding this time; who knows, maybe 1-2 sessions and I'll be done riding.

I'll be bringing my camera gear, laptop, video gear (Kenny wants me to cook up something sweet), and maybe a decent printer (although for final proofs, especially poster sized prints, I'll have to outsource).

I've now shot two track days, and both times it has been strongly suggested to me that I could/should offer my pics up for sale, so I intend to do that this time around. With this being my third time, and with some of the learning/experimentation behind me, you can expect the quality of my work to have improved above anything you've seen from me thus far. This is hobby for me, but a serious one that I've invested in heavily both in terms of time and money. I just hope that a few frames will surprise me, like the last two times I shot :)

The amount of stuff I'll need to bring means taking the truck, which in turn means that I'll have at least 1-2 seats, and one slot in the back, available for anyone that wants to split the gas costs... that is unless I manage to find enough room in someone else's ride :)

======================

PHOTOGRAPHY and (limited) VIDEOGRAPHY at the track

Besides the basic pics out of the camera, I am also willing to do mild-to-wild post-processing, and printing of images, on a case-by-case basis. This means that depending on what you want done with your picture, it might cost a little or a lot more than the basic image from the camera. I guarantee that you'll be satisfied, or there will be no charge for the additional work.

Cost for the images will depend on the size, intended purpose, amount of post-processing, and output options. Basically, if you want a shot for general personal use, you'll get a high quality 1024X768 (or so) file and/or a small print for around $10. On the other extreme, if you want a series of the full size 3504X2336 files, with moderate post-processing of each image, on DVD, with several poster and/or canvas prints, hosted on a website for display and/or FTP access, with commercial/publication rights, the price will be higher by several orders of magnitude.

I will be shooting some video on the track, but it will be limited, and with relatively little/low-quality gear (compared to my professional grade photography equipment), I don't expect it to be a major part of the day.

SWEET. mike i hae a open chalk in my trailer. I think i hae a seat too. just split gas. like $30

[SUM650]

to utalize space in the trailer and a ride there it will be $25.

You are prompting to now charge Mike $30. How much for me $35? What gives man.

[crash]

Barry, you don't happen to remember that AMA racers name do you? Just thought I would throw it out since he is now racing for KWS this season, Matt Lynn. Anyway Is everyone almost ready are there people in need of some help before we go?

to utalize space in the trailer and a ride there it will be $25.

You are prompting to now charge Mike $30. How much for me $35? What gives man.
Sorry forgot. $25

[Kat_Mac]

Yowzers. Randy, you may or may not have had anything to do with the success of the Roebling trackday; however, your efforts to help promote this forum and events related with are very much appreciated. Thank you. That goes for the rest of you guys as well.

You guys quit picking on Randy. As I've seen it, he is generally amicable and helpful. *Ducks any thrown rotten tomatoes and runs to take cover.*

oh yea im not takeing all the credit at all. shit when i was getting all my dudes on bored there were allready the required 17.

Kat, im not worried about them. there just pissed because i retired 2 of there beloved GSXR's :assault: :muffy:

[mandingo]

stop picking on randy, he's a road racer now, not some pansy dragstrip whore. :whistle: wow did i say that?

[Kat_Mac]

As I understand it, you must be on a list in order to get through the gate at Roebling.

Can anyone add to this?
Riding
Kenny
Jason
Mike
Steve (crash)
Mac
Rafael
Randy
Tom
Dave
Not Riding
Kat
Rebecca
Jeremy?
Jason?

A few questions:
Whats the earliest you can get through the gate?
Is anyone going the night before and spending the night?
If so, when are you leaving and where are you meeting up?
If not, when are you leaving and where are you meeting up?

Directions:
For those of you who have never been before, like myself. You may find directions here. (http://www.roeblingroad.com/directions.html)

This is what I found on Roebling's site:

Roebling Road is a 2.02-mile asphalt road course.

Our facilities include:
* An air-conditioned registration building
* 3-story, air-conditioned timing and scoring tower
* Full service concession stand
* Covered technical inspection area with scale
* Phillips 66 Race and Cam 2 fuel
* Men's and Women's hot showers
* Camping with electrical and water hook-ups
* 60-acre fenced paddock with security lighting

Roebling Road is unique in that it is a [highlight=red:d38e02d382]non-spectator facility[/highlight:d38e02d382]. This keeps the facility closed to only your participants, family, and guests.[hr:d38e02d382][hr:d38e02d382][hr:d38e02d382]

Riding
Kenny
Jason
Mike
Steve (crash)
Mac
Rafael
Randy
Tom
Dave
Chris hale {from beufort
Berry

Not Riding/ working corners
Kat
Rebecca
Shannon
Oz
Will frits
Catlin {beufort}
kevin {beufort}
Jeremy? dont think going
Jason?

A few questions:
Whats the earliest you can get through the gate? Saturday 7-10pm as for the morning i dont know
Is anyone going the night before and spending the night? I think i will... maybe
If so, when are you leaving and where are you meeting up? If i go saturday we will leave at 6:30 or 7
If not, when are you leaving and where are you meeting up?

Directions:
For those of you who have never been before, like myself. You may find directions here. (http://www.roeblingroad.com/directions.html)

This is what I found on Roebling's site:

Roebling Road is a 2.02-mile asphalt road course.

Our facilities include:
* An air-conditioned registration building
* 3-story, air-conditioned timing and scoring tower
* Full service concession stand
* Covered technical inspection area with scale
* Phillips 66 Race and Cam 2 fuel
* Men's and Women's hot showers
* Camping with electrical and water hook-ups
* 60-acre fenced paddock with security lighting

Roebling Road is unique in that it is a [highlight=red:1fafbac7c5]non-spectator facility[/highlight:1fafbac7c5]. This keeps the facility closed to only your participants, family, and guests.[hr:1fafbac7c5][hr:1fafbac7c5][hr:1fafbac7c5][/quote]

[Nash]

I also have 7 volunteers for corner working going with me. These volunteers are Air Force folks that are giving their time to help out. None of these folks ride, except for Scott and his wife.

Maybe by Friday we can make an "official list" of names. Do we have to have a "list"? If so, who's making it?

corner workers have a list with jason at champion.

[mandingo]

the track day is full and i wil be posting the list here before thursday as to fix any errors by friday. i will also be calling everyone on the list to make verbal confirmations as well. later guys/gals and thanks for everything.

kenny are we done with the corner workers? im confused lol

Wow how fast this died off. I got guys from SC bringing everything but the kitchen sink. wait.. no i think sean is bringing a sink....

[Mike]

Wow how fast this died off. I got guys from SC bringing everything but the kitchen sink. wait.. no i think sean is bringing a sink....

It didn't die off. We're all just itching to go, and making preparations.

Three more days :w00t:

[ccs273]

Hello evryone, to much of a surprize.....I'm able to go & have paid.....so I'll be there with the busa( since the 750 is gone). It's been a while, & I know it will be a blast. Thanks Kenny for saving me a spot....Maybe the slicks might help with the turns with the tank I'm riding!!!!!!!!!

[ccs273]

Hey mike I'd like a few shots of myself if you happen to get a couple of me just tell me how much that day!!!!!

[ccs273]

Hey mike I'd like a few shots of myself if you happen to get a couple of me just tell me how much that day!!!!!

[Mike]

Hello evryone, to much of a surprize.....I'm able to go & have paid.....so I'll be there with the busa( since the 750 is gone). It's been a while, & I know it will be a blast. Thanks Kenny for saving me a spot....Maybe the slicks might help with the turns with the tank I'm riding!!!!!!!!!

:wtg:

Hey mike I'd like a few shots of myself if you happen to get a couple of me just tell me how much that day!!!!!

Yep yep. I'd like to be there at the riders' meeting, and try to identify who really wants some good shots, so I don't wind up missing someone that really wanted some (like Jason last time).

[Mike]

Hello evryone, to much of a surprize.....I'm able to go & have paid.....so I'll be there with the busa( since the 750 is gone). It's been a while, & I know it will be a blast. Thanks Kenny for saving me a spot....Maybe the slicks might help with the turns with the tank I'm riding!!!!!!!!!

:wtg:

Hey mike I'd like a few shots of myself if you happen to get a couple of me just tell me how much that day!!!!!

Yep yep. I'd like to be there at the riders' meeting, and try to identify who really wants some good shots, so I don't wind up missing someone that really wanted some (like Jason last time).

[Kat_Mac]

Kenny, what time is the riders' meeting?

I'm leaving Sunday morning. Anyone want to meet up and ride out together?

Also, Mike, would you still like some assistance with your lens and equipment?

[jason 41]

It would be super cool to get a pic of me going though turn three dragging my elbow. :evillaugh:

[jason 41]

the riders meeting will be at 8:00

Duh shit stuff to bring

If you smoke bring 2 packs {trust me}
Blankets and heaters it will be 35 that night.
Drinks.
extra clothes
Chairs!!!!!!!! and dont forget them
Camra
SD cards
Extra socks. {for the morning when its cold}
DONT FORGET YOUR KEY!!! touch your key before you do your final pull out.
ANTI FUNKY SMELLIN STUFF
Safety gear
helmet
FUEL!!!!! people run out alll the time
Tire pressure gaudge
Tire warmers {if ya got them}
Generator
Power cords and spliters
Money

[Scotty2]

I don't know if they have vehicles we can use to retreave bikes from various parts of the race track or not so as one of the corner workers I am bringing the following:

My truck
a Ramp
tie downs
first aid kit
fire ext
water
gas
chairs
and a play pin for Jason :smilebig:

may be over kill but you never know.

[Mike]

I have two seats, and one spot for a bike in the back of the truck, if anyone wants it. I'll be leaving sometime late this afternoon, or this evening.

[jason 41]

there will be a crash truck there and thanks for the play pen

[mccutch2u]

so where is this list of who all is going

at the track lol

[Mike]

I'll be heading out between 7PM and 8PM, and still have 1-2 seats left in the truck (bed is full).

PM me or PM Randy for my phone number if you need a ride.

[Mike]

I'm bringing my track FZR. It has little more than the essentials - Battlax BT014 tires, carbs and forks tuned by DK, R6 brakes, and steel lines. No $$$$ plastic, no $$$$ lights, no $$$$ gauge cluster.

Who cares? Well, you track noobs with very pretty, but expensive-to-crash bikes are welcome to borrow mine (I won't be riding much). Same goes for anyone I know and am already friends with that simply wants to take the thing for a spin.



Just a tiny piece of advice for noobs, especially the liter-bike noobs: throttle control will make you (go fast, safely) or break you (and/or your bike).

[Mike]

In all, I took over 3574 pictures.

Here's a link to a teaser pic (this one's of Kenny on the last turn before the straight... #8? 9?):

http://www.dkf2.com/pics/kenny.jpg

tom

[Mike]

...I like this one of Barry :wave:


http://www.dkf2.com/pics/barry.jpg

shane
Dave

[Kat_Mac]

Holy Cow! I had fun with you guys. Watching you ride was inspiring. Hanging out with you was even better.

THANKS, JUNE, for sharing your butt sweat with me.

[ccs273]

I know I had fun!!!!!!! guess now I have to get a real track bike , so I don't have to through around a 500 lbs. beast

[Scotty2]

I had fun watching from turn one. I didn't get to ride this time but I did get to drive the track a few times dropping off corner workers.

It seemed like most everyone was showing a lot of respect to turn one. There were very few late breakers and I'm sure every body knows who those people were.

[SUM650]

I show turn one now respect until I'm sliding on my back in turn two.

[jason 41]

OK MIkE lets see some pics of that forty one bike please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[burns]

Well from what I heard a lot had a ton of fun. Something people were wondering plus myself is why in the hell would you have a novice rider who did not know the lines do traffic control?

[mccutch2u]

i would have to agree with steve an glad everyone had a good time but having someone new to the track showing peopel who haven't been on the track the line is like the blind leading the blind and is in my view unsafe now all those newbies are following randys line which, no offense to randy , but i hear that his lines are way off, i think the the guys with the most experienc i.e. kenny matt barry should be the ones showing the lines

[mandingo]

where did you hear he was showing the newbies the line? he was helping me because i needed to split the newbies up in groups of 5 with a control rider. all he did is help them around the track SAFELY until they were ready to go on their own. and i know he is new at trackdays, but, this is his third one with me and i felt that i could trust him to do it for me. he doesn't take any unneccessary risks and doesn't try to show-off. try to run your own track day with minimal notice and help. i thank randy for the help.

[Austin 414]

I was out every novice session working with as many newbies as I could. From what I could tell everyone was getting around the track safely and very few were riding above their personnel level. I even followed randy around for a few laps, he seemed to be doing fine in my opinion.

[mccutch2u]

i heard it from multiple sources which are all on this forum so if they feel like chiming in then they will.........also what is this that i hear that people were peying on staurday to go after it was supposedly booked

[burns]

Not to give name, I do not rat for no reason no matter how big or small the deal. I heard it from about 5 people who were there. Some even falling behind him who know that track very well.

Again this is not busting Mr. Randy chops.

Those I heard it from thought it was a big joke.

[Kat_Mac]

Does it matter? Really? What's passed has passed. Randy was asked to help and he gladly did. Those that crashed weren't following Randy's lines. We had a great track day. How about a little gratitude we had a track day at all?

[mccutch2u]

where did you hear he was showing the newbies the line? he was helping me because i needed to split the newbies up in groups of 5 with a control rider. all he did is help them around the track SAFELY until they were ready to go on their own. and i know he is new at trackdays, but, this is his third one with me and i felt that i could trust him to do it for me. he doesn't take any unneccessary risks and doesn't try to show-off. try to run your own track day with minimal notice and help. i thank randy for the help.


this raises the question how will they ever be ready to go on their own if the person they are following on the track isn't qualified wether it be randy me or anyone else for that matter and i do not think three track days would constitute being qualified....................not to mention what would someone learn in that situation that would be like me trying to teach someone how to ride jennings they wouldn't learn shit from me that they would learn from the guys with more experience

[mandingo]

i had arrangements with one person to pay at the track because he has been to all of my track days and has helped me in the past. if you would of told me that you wanted to go but didn't have the money until the trackday, i would have done the same for you, but instead i asked you over and over if you were going and you said, i don't know. then you make up your mind and i'm booked, too little too late bro. as for randy teaching anything, he was there to help seperate riders, that's all. three track days does not make him an expert, but i felt confident enough in his ability to "HELP" me. and who are you to say he isn't capable of it. don't tell me you guy's are jealous of randy :shrug:

[jason 41]

AS for people talking shit about randys lines and the way he was riding.U need to stop while your ahead. None of you have room to talk. Its all about having fun and being safe. Randy has helped us with alot of stuff and would give you the shirt of his back. He's a good guy even if he has a Kawi

[CBRjunkie]

I have met a lot of people that have riden for a very long time on the track that are not qualified to control ride so experiance is not a factor IMO. But a calm head is.

Think of Randy more as a pace setter than a control rider. No one ever went around a said follow Randy and he will show you how to set the new track record. He was there to make people fell comfortable. There are a lot of people that are new to it that are so nevous about being out there alone. Even if they have the skills it scares them. Randy was calm enough to put his ego aside and take thinks slower than usual to help people get started. Randy has definatly shown he knows how to ride well within his abilities. Hell by my third trackday I seperated my collar bone from my shoulder. :doh:

[Nash]

Pics lookin' good, Mike! Can't wait to see them.

Track day sorta sucked for me but I still made the best out of it. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day to ride....the afternoon weather was absolutely perfect.

Dave and Tom really picked up the lines quickly and put up fast times for their first time to Roebling. Steve and I were impressed as we watched their last session.

It was cool seeing the 'Busa fly past me about a buck sixty! Also, Charles did a fantastic job helping the slower guys.

I agree with Chris and disagree with the Champion guys about Randy, in my opinion he shouldn't have been teaching anyone anything yesterday. Third track day and first time at Roebling says enough by itself. Not a big thing, I never followed him so I didn't see his pace, but the experience doesn't lie. Anyway.....

All in all a great track day and Kenny, Matt, Jason and the gang put on a very nice event. I thank them and I'm looking forward to getting the bike running right and ready for the next one.


P.S. Shane, trust me, I'll get you back for buzzing me at 165mph!!

[Nash]

I also saw Austin stop after a session and help one of the new riders with his lines. Pretty cool of him.

[mccutch2u]

as for money that was not the issue and you know it..................second of all you know i tried to contact you a couple of times and you first sent a message through dave instead of returning my call and second when i came to champion the first thing that you said was you waited too long and then to find out that other people paid after that not to mention why don't you tell eveyone who all didn't pay but got to play so don't put me not going off on money especially when you knew that i had plans in florida that i was able at the last minute to get out of ..............i also know that there were more than one that paid late...........what i am saying is that you need to be fair to eveyone

[mccutch2u]

and the next thing is i don't think that anyone here is talking about randy at all

[dumwinnie]

I also saw Austin stop after a session and help one of the new riders with his lines. Pretty cool of him.yeah, i send out my thanks to austin, charles, barry, steve, dave and anyone else that may have had any imput yesterday. helped out tremendously. enjoyed it, hooked, will do it again.

[mandingo]

as for money that was not the issue and you know it..................second of all you know i tried to contact you a couple of times and you first sent a message through dave instead of returning my call and second when i came to champion the first thing that you said was you waited too long and then to find out that other people paid after that not to mention why don't you tell eveyone who all didn't pay but got to play so don't put me not going off on money especially when you knew that i had plans in florida that i was able at the last minute to get out of ..............i also know that there were more than one that paid late...........what i am saying is that you need to be fair to eveyone
I didn't say you not going was due to you not having money, i said you waited too long to give me a straight answer and if money was a problem, i would have done the same for you, i don't know how much more fair i could have been? and as far as people going and not paying,
me
sarah
matt
jason
mac
barry(teammate)
austin(teammate)
mark(racing sponsor)
randy(did so much to help me, way more than $100.00 worth)
mike k(providing pic service)
and some others that barterd with me some of their services
oh, and there is one person that is a good friend that gave me a verbal deposit that i have known for years and has not paid yet, he know's who he is. by the way, if i didn't have this trackday where else would everyone have gone to ride on the track for $100.00? i did all the work and put up with all the shit, so if i decided to let someone ride for free because they helped me with something, get over it. my track day, my call. what's your deal man?

[mandingo]

I agree with Chris and disagree with the Champion guys about Randy, in my opinion he shouldn't have been teaching anyone anything yesterday. Third track day and first time at Roebling says enough by itself. Not a big thing, I never followed him so I didn't see his pace, but the experience doesn't lie. Anyway.....

jesus christ let it go, HE WASN'T TEACHING ANYTHING!!!!!!!!!!
the track owners wanted me to seperate the novice group in groups of 5 because it was a big group. randy was helping me do that, what the fuck is the problem?

[mandingo]

i tell you what, drive all the way to jennings and spend all the gas money, pay the expensive entry fee, hang out with people that you don't know and enjoy the long expensive drive home. if not, i'll see you at the next track day.

[Nash]

Kenny, I stated my opinion, plain and simple. I also said you guys did a great job on the track day but Randy as a control rider did make me laugh when I first heard it. If there was a class out there that needed EXPERT riders help, it was the novice group. I realize Matt and few others were out there so there was no need for inexperienced riders controlling anything.

[Nash]

I will give props when it's due, Randy did help out alot. He got alot of folks to do the track day. Plus, you can't go wrong with Bubba Burgers!

Barry nice choice on the dinner, great seafood. I'll have to go back.

[Austin 414]

I am new to the board here so I do not want to make too many waves
actually I don't care about makin waves
First off I didn't see anyone frowning at the track (except for those who crashed) meaning everyone looked like they were having fun.
Most tracks require some form of instructor or monitor for a given number of riders in a novice group(usually 5-7 riders). I was there when the track manager told kenny he needed to have people(CR's) out with the novice class (1 for every 5).
Whether or not Randy has the required experience to control ride is irrelevant. He was willing to go out and run at a slower pace than what he could go so that WE ALL could have a good time. That meant he used up his tires HELPING us out. No one else stepped up to help out. Otherwise the day would have been open practice meaning novices with experts (I am ok with that, but I don't think everyone else would be )
I made the announcement at the beginning of the day that if anyone wanted help on lines to come see any of the CR's only a few people asked for help.
just my $.02
by the way since no one has said it...
Thanks Kenny for putting on a good track day, it ran alot smoother than some of the track days I have been too that were put on by professional track orgs

Wow.... alot heat in here. Kenny asked me for a hand and i jumped in to help. of course i was alittle intimidated but Before i went out with anyone me and austin went out and rode the line a couple of times. Kenny even went out once and were on the same line. so If some of your buddies friends brother thought i was on the wrong line please let us know because me kenny and austin need to take there track school. If on the other hand your refering to my speed or times after lunch yea my ass was wore the fuck out. hence i got off the track for almost an hour just to catch my breath. so yes there was like a 4 min lap time i laid down once. But i did the responcible thing and got off the track. The facts are these I helped a couple of people not many but the couple i helped i gave the same advise that was givin to me. they said it helped. But as far as everyone bitching.... before i did this everyone at the tree talked like they were rossi. and now that im doing it i have found that if the track is further than the mark clark your not going. So hate it love it find humor in it. I had a blast kenny and cant wait to go again. Let me know if you need any help. CONTROLL , tools, or trailer

By the way mad props to the corner workers and race controll! there was a hick up here and ther but DAMN!!!! for RUNNING a track for the first time with the Track Natzi's bitching every five min AWSOME JOB!!!!!!!! A+++

[Mike]

Just chiming in.

Pic stats:

~2500 images are suitable for at least 4"X6" prints/wallpapers
~~of the 2500, ~1700 are suitable for at least 8"X11" prints
~~~of the 1700, ~700 are suitable for 24"X36" (poster) or larger prints


~1000 additional images are somewhat useable with some creative cropping, photoshopping, etc.

I'll be uploading the gallery soon.

cool mike how do you want to do this? get together or what?

[CameraTrick]

Had a blast, didn't wreck, and learned alot. Thanks for putting it together Kenny and thanks to everyone who didn't run over me. :smilebig: Now I've got to go lick my wounds (namely sore muscles and a bad headache from a stiff neck). Got some decent video. I'll throw up a link when I get something edited (just a short something). I'll get some longer video tracks together too and burn some DVD's if anyone wants the raw footage. Some people had shown interest so just PM me if you're still interested.

[cannonballgsu]

Are you uploading all of them Mike? If so, (I know it will take time, not trying to rush or sound impatient) but when will they be up? Thanks

[Nash]

Thanks Mike, looking forward to it.

[Mike]

Are you uploading all of them Mike? If so, (I know it will take time, not trying to rush or sound impatient) but when will they be up? Thanks

Yes, I'm uploading the whole enchilada grande.

The link (very raw for now): http://www.dkf2.com/track

[crash]

I would like to say that I had a good time even though my red-headed step child Chris didn't go. Randy people give you shit but you really do alot to help everyone and it is appreciated by most except for your spelling. Kenny,Matt,Jason and the rest put on a safe and inexpensive day of fun for everyone except for those that wrecked (luckily not anything serious). Last but not least all of you guys that I will definitely miss hanging/riding with Barry,Chris,Dave,Jun and everyone else that I talk to on a regular basis. Thanks to Mike and Tom for pics and video that you guys did. If I missed anyone I am sorry but this already seems too long already.

[Nash]

Did anyone see Kenny, Jason and Matt's groupies in the paddock??

[Mike]

Did anyone see Kenny, Jason and Matt's groupies in the paddock??

:crap:


<<< looks for [BAN] button

[Mike]

Here's a better temporary gallery link. Hit refresh every once in a while to see what's freshly uploaded:

http://www.dkf2.com/track/The%20good/slides/

[mccutch2u]

well crash we will miss you to it has been alot of fun and i will be out there so go ahead and get that 750 for me and if there is one word that could describe you it would have to be ginuine so be safe have fun and keep in touch

[crash]

Now I know how Kenny can eat all that food he did at the shell house, he obviously can't get any food with his groupies.

[mandingo]

Now I know how Kenny can eat all that food he did at the shell house, he obviously can't get any food with his groupies.
nice.

Wait thats BS!!! I didnt get a umbrella girl!

[SUM650]

I would like to say that I had a good time even though my red-headed step child Chris didn't go. Randy people give you shit but you really do alot to help everyone and it is appreciated

I concur Steve. Didn't I tell you all that a Kenny's trackday was the bomb! Kenny you did a great job at organizing a safe, organized, and fun event. I had a blast and I know the forty people that came to the Shell House did as well. BTW Matt deserves all the credit for finding that place, he's the one who took me there a while back. Thanks to everyone who helped out, esp. my boy Charles. I cannot count all the people I saw him helping out. I do have some awards to give out so here goes.

Top fast ass - Kenny
Top biker babe - Sara
Top Track whore - Matt H.- mounted at least 4 bikes in one day.
Top Newbies - 3 place tie/ Purto, Dave & Doug
Top Track hand - Charles
Top guy on a Big Boy's Bike - Shane - A lot of people now look at the busa in a different way Shane.
Top Track Car - Without even moving - Charles
Top Track Truck- Everyone without a "TITAN"
Top Newbie Female - Kat
Top Track Kid- Kat's Daughter
Top Rat Bike - 2 way tie/ Dave aka Nash and Me / Welcome to the club man, Broke bike racing!
Top Crash Award - Kat's daughter said it was the guy who crashed the 748. I hope he's ok.
And the Brian Brewer award goes out to the guy who talked the most sh&$ after they were off the track goes to none other than!

Knaw I couldn't do that. You guy's will have to pick that one out.

[Mike]

I would like to say that I had a good time even though my red-headed step child Chris didn't go. Randy people give you shit but you really do alot to help everyone and it is appreciated

I concur Steve. Didn't I tell you all that a Kenny's trackday was the bomb! Kenny you did a great job at organizing a safe, organized, and fun event. I had a blast and I know the forty people that came to the Shell House did as well.

Roger that. Thanks Kenny, we do appreciate it :wtg:


Top Track whore - Matt H.- mounted at least 4 bikes in one day.
Top Track Truck- "TITAN"
Top Rat Bike - 2 way tie/ Dave aka Nash and Me / Welcome to the club man, Broke bike racing!


Now, now, Matt was the track stud, having mounted many a steed, and my bike was the track whore, well, having been mounted by many.

There, fixed the truck award for ya; seems you had too many words in there when all you had to say was TITAN :smilebig:

Do whaaa? Hey, what about my bike? Don't the flimsy, cracked tail section, the freakin' zip tied Red Bull catch-can can, or the weeping forks count for something? I demand a recount!

[burns]

AS for people talking shit about randys lines and the way he was riding.U need to stop while your ahead. None of you have room to talk. Its all about having fun and being safe. Randy has helped us with alot of stuff and would give you the shirt of his back. He's a good guy even if he has a Kawi

One thing I will say is good in this quote is that Randy is a good guy. I don't think I want his shirt though. :evillaugh:

[burns]

I see from the photos that some lamb was riding the 06 R6. Who was the rider and what did you think of it?


Nice photos! =D>

[Kat_Mac]

Top Track Kid- Kat's Daughter

I have been apprehensive about bringing Asia around. After months of evaluation, I decided you guys aren't too bad to expose her to. Although the potty mouth (((DAVE & KENNY))), my goodness!
Seriously, thank you guys for taking the time to talk shop with her and teach her about motorcycles. She enjoyed immensely.

[CBRjunkie]

Top Track whore - Matt H.- mounted at least 4 bikes in one day

Actually it was 5. But who's counting. :smilebig:

[Nash]

[quote]
And the Brian Brewer award goes out to the guy who talked the most sh&$ after they were off the track goes to none other than!

Knaw I couldn't do that. You guy's will have to pick that one out.

I don't care who you are, but that's funny!

[SUM650]

Posted: Today at 10:24 am Post subject:



[quote="SUM650"]
Quote:
And the Brian Brewer award goes out to the guy who talked the most sh&$ after they were off the track goes to none other than!

Knaw I couldn't do that. You guy's will have to pick that one out.


I don't care who you are, but that's funny!

I figured that you ole skool Low Country Sportbike Club riders would find that funny.

[Scotty2]

I see from the photos that some lamb was riding the 06 R6. Who was the rider and what did you think of it?


Nice photos! =D>

I don't know who the rider was other than he was sharing a tent with the 05/06 green 636. He was riding pretty slow most of the day at least into turn one. But he really picked it up towards the end of the day and was really rapping out down shift and breaking at or just inside the 3 marker into turn one. I was impressed with the bike but then again I was just a lonely ol' corner worker. :wave:

[the_MAC]

hey barry, i'm not sure if i agree with your award for best biker babe...i think jason should have won that award rather than sarah. he's one fine lookin' bitch!! on a more serious note, jason deserves some kudos, because he's the one who took the initiative and did all the work to put this last track day together. thanks little buddy!! also, there's got to be some kind of award for the most f*cked up bike, because my shit is trashed!! anyone willing to donate to the 'mac's bike rebuild fund', let me know.
last but not least, steve...it has been great riding and hanging out with you the last few years. you definitely deserve to have your name carved in the mall tree as one of the 'legends' around here. good luck, bro. we will definitely miss you... :pals:

[SUM650]

Nikki asked me what am I going to do after my best bud Steve leaves. Just go sit in a corner and sulk I guess. Were going to miss you immensely man. So who's down for a trip to Oak City in August? I know Chris is down! By then Steve will know all of the good places to ride.

[mandingo]

on a more serious note, jason deserves some kudos, because he's the one who took the initiative and did all the work to put this last track day together. thanks little buddy!! : :-k

[ccs273]

Top guy on a Big Boy's Bike - Shane - A lot of people now look at the busa in a different way Shane.
!!!!!
Well atleast I wasn't as slow as I thought I was.....I had a great time there & really would like to do it again, sometime soon. we'll have to see about the work schedule.......Thanks Kenny& everyone for having the track day.......& barry , for the award, I was just having a little fun!!!!

[jason 41]

Thanks for the props Mac but all I did was help put the word out and use some of street riding star power :lol: to get some new people out there. Anyway.........Steve it was nice to ride with you one last time, even if you think I'm a Cherry picken S.O.B.......

[SUM650]

Your still the Kang to me Jason!

:chin: :muffy:

[jason 41]

The kang of the streets will be back this summer, I'm thinking a sleeper bike, Watch out randy :camper:

[iamnsxtc]

TO all.. I had a great time. It has been awhile since SOme of us have been on the track. So, it was a good primer to get set the tone for the race season.

On a side note. To all that showed up at WILD WINGS for the birthday and had to leave. I am sorry that we showed so late. Dinner ran longer that expected. Next time we show up YA"LL can buy me a drink then LOL
:evillaugh:
Sorry I missed ya really
Charles

[Mike]

TO all.. I had a great time. It has been awhile since SOme of us have been on the track. So, it was a good primer to get set the tone for the race season.

On a side note. To all that showed up at WILD WINGS for the birthday and had to leave. I am sorry that we showed so late. Dinner ran longer that expected. Next time we show up YA"LL can buy me a drink then LOL
:evillaugh:
Sorry I missed ya really
Charles

It's alright old man :alright: , at least I got to see you at the track :wtg:


...too damn bad they got pissy about taking the cars on the track :roll:

[ccs273]

The kang of the streets will be back this summer, I'm thinking a sleeper bike, Watch out randy :camper: =D> :wtg:
you'll have to defend that this year buddy

He has the same problem you got shane he has to get it first lol

[CameraTrick]

Here is some video. Not fancy but it's something to look at. It's a huge MPG file and you'll need to download it. http://www.savefile.com/files/7921819

[Kat_Mac]

Tom, you friggin rock! You badass.

that vid is crazy!!!! great job tom

[Mike]

Here is some video. Not fancy but it's something to look at. It's a huge MPG file and you'll need to download it. http://www.savefile.com/files/7921819

Good work Tom :wtg:

When/where could I get a DVD from you? I think showing it during our RRR afterparty would get a lot of attention.

[Mike]

Since the above link seems a bit unstable, I rehosted the file here:

http://www.championyamaha.net/kenny/RRR03052006.MPG

[Nash]

Great work, Tom!! Is this the HD video?

[burns]

Great video. Thanks for fixing that link Mike. I was have problems with the other one. :wtg:

[Mike]

Great work, Tom!! Is this the HD video?

It's heavily compressed HD video. I figure the original is upwards of 100MB per minute, so... 400MB+ ? :eek:

[cannonballgsu]

Cool video, but why didn't you video slow people like me, we're easy targets... :smilebig:

[ccs273]

fraeking awsome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[CameraTrick]

The original is HDV (compressed HD). Same resolution as HD but the color is compressed a little more. It's about 400 MB already compressed. Full HD would be much more. Blah.

[Mike]

The original is HDV (compressed HD). Same resolution as HD but the color is compressed a little more. It's about 400 MB already compressed. Full HD would be much more. Blah.

Dayumn... well, I was close, at least. I've never worked with the format, or even looked at the standard's specs.

I'd like to make the video a part of out Hooters night on the 14th, if that's alright with you.

[CameraTrick]

sure. I'll burn you a DVD.

[ccs273]

I guess I used all of the tire

[SUM650]

This picture scares me Shane. People don't drop the motors in there busas because they break! I think that you must be getting prepared to wear a crown maybe?

[burns]

It is just a simple oil change. :evillaugh:

[Mike]

It is just a simple oil change. :evillaugh:

...and this coming from the KWS Chief Publicist / Propaganda Officer? :chin:

:bs:

[ccs273]

minor maintainence( oil change, valve adj., and a good cleaning) that's all...sorry that pic is old & I guess I uploaded that one by mistake

[Mike]

Shane, here's a little sum'n for ya

http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/3921/shanes9ti.jpg

[ccs273]

Nobody can say, the big bike isn't able to play in the corners, now!!!!!!!! Thanks mike!!!!!!!

[Mike]

Nobody can say, the big bike isn't able to play in the corners, now!!!!!!!! Thanks mike!!!!!!!

I have just one word for you...


Mooooooooooo!


:smilebig:


j/k of course - you and I know what it's like to man-handle these 1300cc beasts, much to many-a-riderss surprise

[Kat_Mac]

Shane, thats a terrific shot!

[burns]

Only a real man could ride a bike that big on a track like that. :wtg: