About this event
3rd Gear Auto Presents:
TAKE IT TO THE TRACK
SLIP vs GRIP & SHOW EVENT 2023
A special collaboration with Team Skyline_RS400’s Season Opener 2023
We are hosting our 2nd annual PRIVATE track day event held on April 15, 2023 at Summit Point Motorsports Park .
We have the entire 2 mile 14 turns Jefferson Circuit reserved. NO OTHER EVENTS OR DRIVERS OUTSIDE THE EVENT WILL SHARE THE TRACK.
This event provides the opportunity to test yourself and your cars.
This year we’ve added DRIFTING to the event. 20 spots available for drivers, which allows everyone to get plenty of seat time on the track.
We all spend a great deal of time and money on mods for our cars. So let’s put our cars to the test and really see what they are capable of in a safe and controlled environment.
Special Invitation to our family & friends from our professional automotive network. This event celebrates 3rd Gear Auto as a proud Team Skyline_RS400 sponsor for 3 continuous seasons starting in 2021. As a part of the season opener series, all Team Skyline division leaders, ambassadors, friends and supporters are encouraged to participate!
**Driver Registration Starts March 1, 2023 and ends April 1, 2023**
Location:
Summit Point Motorsport Park, Jefferson Circuit
201 Motorsports Park Cir
Summit Point WV 25446
Cost:
$600.00 (drivers)
Includes:
Equipment (helmets if needed)
Instructors (ride with/follow behind) seat/track time training with instructor
MANDATORY drivers meeting (for driver)
Admission/registration to drive your car on the track
Track staff flaggers and corner marshals
Emergency Services
$40.00 (Show Cars)
CAR SHOW INFO:
All cars pull in 9:00am - 11:00am
Judging starts at 1pm
Cash Prize handouts for winners 3pm
Categories:
Best of Show Trophy +$100.00
Best Import Trophy + $50.00
Best Euro Torphy + $50.00
Best American Trophy + $50.00
$25.00 (spectators)
Event starts at 11am and Continues until 6pm
Gates open at 6:30am
Run Groups:
Novice/Intermediate: 0 to 10 HPDE Track days-with an in-car Instructor & classroom provided, restricted passing with a point-by.
Experienced: 10+ HPDE Track days- Advanced to “Solo”, Instructors, or hold a valid competition lic. Check-ride may be required.
Drifters: Prior Drift experience capable of drifting the course safely and able to stay on course and complete.
Event requirements
Driver:
- Must have a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 6mos.and present it at check-in
*Drivers 16-17 must have a parent or guardian present with them and sign a minor waiver
- Helmets:SA2015 or newer rating in good condition and MUST be worn during on-track activities
- Shoes: Closed toe
Vehicle:
- Street cars on street tires
- Some production-based race cars from various sanctioning bodies are FATT eligible with pre-approval
- No SUVs, Minivans,Trucks, Jeeps, or crossovers
- Convertibles
- must be equipped with either factory installed ROLL OVER PROTECTION (may be passive) documented in the owner’s manual or an aftermarket roll bar that meets or exceeds the standards set in the SCCA GCR. **Drivers must bring owner’s manual or aftermarket documentation and present it at tech.
- All convertibles/drivers also need to pass the “broomstick test
- “Style” bars and removable hard tops are not approved for rollover protection
- Retractable Hard Tops, Targa Tops, T-Tops and Sunroofs must remain in place while on track
NOTE: Mazda MX5/Miata, Honda S2000, and Dodge Viper convertibles (among others) all need 4 point roll bars added.
ALSO NOTE: Convertibles with hard tops (especially Mazda Miata PRHT or RF trim levels) are still convertibles and the rollbar rules still apply because hard tops are typically not structural.
- The passenger’s seat must provide the same level of safety protection as the driver
- This means both driver and passenger must have the same type (not model) of seat and belts
- The sound decibel limit for vehicles is 103.
- TOW HOOKS or PULL LOOPS-FRONT and REAR- FOR VEHICLE RECOVERY
**Highly recommended for Novice
**Required for all Intermediate and above
- Must be easily accessible without manipulation of body work
- Factory tow hooks are allowed
- Removable hooks must be installed prior to on track activities
- Car Numbers
- At least 8" tall
- High contrasting
- On both sides of the car
Passengers:
- Must be at least 16+ years old, with valid ID presented at check in after 9am
*passengers 16-17 years old must have a parent or guardian present with them and sign a minor waiver
- Registered participant drivers are not permitted to have passengers other than Event Instructors
- Guests may be allowed to ride with instructors during instructor sessions only
*If you are unsure of the above requirements, please contact us motorsports@summitpointmotorsports.com before registering.
*It is the responsibility of the participant to assure safe mechanical condition of the vehicle at all times.
It is strongly recommended that vehicles be thoroughly and routinely inspected by a reputable technician before on track activities
Refunds or credits will not be issued for vehicles that don’t pass onsite tech inspection
