HPDE organized by
Pitt Race
Fri, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 24, 2016

Full Track PDE 1-Day or 2-Day options (Solo only)

Pittsburgh International Race Compl

About this event

This is a Pitt Race, Full Track PDE, for approved Group 2 Solo and Group 3 drivers only! There are options for 1 full day or 2 full days only (no half-days)

The North American Road Racing Association (NARRA) has extra track time available during their race weekend and have decided to open it to our PDE drivers. Take advantage of this very special PDE and watch the NARRA USGT drivers in their final race of the season.

Online registration is closed. Walk-up registration at the Pro Shop for Saturday is welcome between 7am and 8am. Drivers meeting at 8am. 

PDE (Performance Driver Education) Learn the art of driving fast in a safe and controlled environment with Pitt Race’s seasoned pros, and then put it to the test. Train with Pitt Race’s instructors on our natural terrain road course. The goal is for you to develop your skills behind the wheel as you experience a broad range of your car’s performance. If you want to be a better driver with techniques based on racing, Pitt Race PDE is your source. No direct instructor feedback will be offered by Pitt Race for Group 2 Solo and Group 3 participants. The participants for this event must be approved Group 2 Solo or Group 3 Pitt PDE students. Please note, this event is not open to open-wheel vehicles.

The goal is to give every driver as much track time as possible. Pitt Race reserves the right to modify the run groups or driver placement at any time during the day. Spectators are welcome and encouraged to come watch their friends and family.

Group 2 Solo (Intermediate): Group 2 Solo is for drivers who have demonstrated an understanding of high-performance rules, safety, etiquette, and track regulations. Drivers in this group have been signed-off as a solo driver by Pitt Race Instructors. Cost: $300 per driver for 1 full day or $495 for 2 full days.

Group 3 (Advanced): Pitt Race PDE drivers who are signed off by our chief driving instructor and/or are holding a license from an accredited race organization or school (SCCA, NASA, NARRA, etc.).

Cost: $300 per driver for 1 full day or $495 for 2 full days.

  • You will be required to sign the Pitt Race waiver upon arrival at the track gate. 
  • Driver check-in at the Pitt Stop Pro Shop begins at 7am. You will receive a wristband and schedule. Please have your helmet available for tech inspection and tech decal. 
  • No race engines may be started before 8:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m. 
  • Mandatory driver’s meeting at 8:00 a.m. If you arrive after the drivers meeting you must see the lead instructor before you will be given access to the track.
  • 4, 25 minute sessions per day are planned but this schedule is subject to adjustments and modifications
  • PDE on track sessions begin at approximately 8:30 a.m. and run until 5:00 p.m.

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Event requirements

Vehicle Requirements:

  • To ensure your safety and that of the other participants, a Self Tech Form must be completed for every car on track. The form must be surrendered to event personnel before being released onto the track.  Forms are collected on the false grid (this will be explained in class and/or at driver’s meeting). A link to this form will be provided upon confirmation of registration.
  • This program requires all drivers to use their own qualified vehicle.
  • Convertible vehicles with operational factory rollover protection system are allowed. This includes factory roll bars, pop up rollover protection, and reinforced a-pillars designed to provide rollover protection. The car must be driven with the convertible top in the up and locked position. Arm restraints are recommended. Pitt Race reserves the right to refuse a convertible for not meeting the above requirements or if proof cannot
  • All other convertibles require either an installed factory hard top or a four-point roll bar. If a roll bar is installed, the top of the driver’s helmet must be below the line from the top of the roll bar (not including padding) to the top of the windshield frame. Portions of the roll bar subject to contact by the drivers’ helmet must be padded with a non-resilient material with a minimum thickness of one-half inch. Arm restraints are recommended.
  • No open-wheel vehicles are permitted for PDE.
  • No SUV’s, vans or trucks permitted.
  • Open wheel, prepared, race cars are permitted, but are subject to a modified schedule or run groups depending on registration volume.
  • No passengers in any cars at any time, excluding approved instructors riding with a student. 

Driver Requirements:

  • Drivers must be 18 years of age or older, and possess a valid state issued driver's license.
  • Drivers under the age of 18 must complete the Pitt Race Parental Consent form.
  • Shoes that cover the entire foot must be worn while on track. (No sandal, heels, crocks, etc.)
  • Long pants and long sleeved shirts are required for participation.
  • Helmets Snell certified with the following ratings are accepted: SA2015, SA2010, SA2005, SAH2010, M2015, M2010, and M2005.  Note; The 2005 rated helmets will no longer be acceptable after 01/01/17
  • Student Evaluation forms for Group 1 and Group 2 will be completed by instructors and available on motorsportreg.com following the event. 
  • Prior experience at locations other than Pitt Race will be considered, but is not a guarantee for higher run-group approval.

Manned Corner Stations

  • Pitt Race provides emergency services and corner workers. Please attempt to get disabled cars to a designated safe zone and remain in car while waiting for assistance from the flag worker or track personnel.

Support Crews

  • Support crews are responsible for their own safety during PDE or Test & Tune Days. The paddock speed limit is 10 miles per hour for all vehicles. All pit traffic is ONE-WAY; violators will be noted. Please pay attention to traffic in the paddocks and pits at all times. No person under 16 years of age is permitted in the false grid or pit lane at any time. No alcoholic beverages are allowed in the pits or paddocks.

Recycling/Waste Fluid

  • Oil recycling stations are located on the Pitt Race grounds behind the North Track garage and behind the Event Center.
  • IMPORTANT: DO NOT POUR OIL, GASOLINE, and ANTIFREEZE OR OTHER FLUIDS ON THE GROUND OR PAVEMENT.
  • Please contact Pitt Race personnel if you have any questions about the containment of waste fluids.

FUEL
Pitt Race has the following Sunoco Fuels:

  • Leaded 110 Octane
  • Unleaded 100 Octane
  • Unleaded 90 No Ethanol
  • Premium Unleaded 93 Octane

 

Entries (14)

MS
Mike Stark
JH
Jonathan Hottenstein
MB
Matthew Breese
FN
Frank Neely
GF
Gene Ferguson
DS
Dave Solomon
AH
Aaron Hmel
RK
Richard Kautz

Pittsburgh International Race Compl

Wampum, PA
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