About this event
proudly hosts:
This premier High Performance Driver Education (HPDE) event will be held October 12-14, 2018 at Brainerd International Raceway (BIR). Quattroberfest offers participants two days of HPDE instruction for novice, intermediate and advanced driver classes on the Donnybrooke Road Course (long course). [Click here for Road Course Map]
Schedule of Events
Friday, October 12 - Evening Only at Arrowwood Lodge located at 6967 Lake Forest Rd in Baxter, MN
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Registration and Social 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
- Check-in for event and pick up registration packet
- Mingle with other participants, sponsor vendors, and volunteers
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Driver’s Meeting 7:00 p.m.
- Driver/Student introductions
- General weekend expectations
- Preparation Tips
Saturday, October 13 High Performance Driver Education at BIR
- Novice and Intermediate class drivers will mix classroom instruction with in-car exercises and track sessions
- Advanced and Instructors will have open lapping in the morning (Competition Course) and track sessions (Donnybrooke Course) in the afternoon
- Track-side BBQ event in the evening – You don’t want to miss this! Invite a guest!
Sunday, October 14 High Performance Driver Education at BIR
- Novice and Intermediate class drivers will mix classroom instruction with track sessions on the Donnybrooke Course
- Advanced and Instructors will have track sessions on the Donnybrooke Course
Costs
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Drivers (Saturday & Sunday) |
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| Early Registration thru Sept. 14 | $350 |
| Late Registration Sept. 15 thru Oct. 8 | $450 |
| Day of Event* | $550 |
| Saturday Evening BBQ (optional) | |
| Driver/Instructor Participant | $15 |
| Non-Participant Guest | $25 |
| Helmet Rental (optional) | $40 (for both days) |
| Garage Stall (optional) | $50 (for both days) |
*Note: Registrations will close on this site on Oct. 8th. In-person registration will be allowed Friday, Oct. 12 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Helmet rental will not be available for in-person registration. For drivers not pre-approved to solo, registration on Oct. 12 will be allowed only if an instructor is available. We strongly encourage you to register in advance!
Want to learn more about what to expect? Check out: What to expect then you Attend a HPDE
Other questions? Contact us at events@audiclubglacierlakes.org
Event requirements
Participant Requirements
All drivers are welcome under the following conditions:
- Drivers must be a minimum of 18 years of age
- Drivers must bring their valid driver’s license
- Drivers must be a member of Audi Club North America (ACNA) to participate in this event
- Drivers must wear closed toe shoes
- Drivers must wear pants and shirts of 100% cotton – no poly blends
- Advanced Drivers and Instructors must be authorized to register as such. If you are uncertain of your status, contact events@audiclubglacierlakes.org
- Drivers must sign an event waiver and have emergency contact/medical information in their profile on this website prior to participating
- Entrants assume all risk of damage to persons and property during this event
Helmet Requirements
- Helmets must be worn by all participants during all in-car sessions
- All helmets used in ACNA events require the current Snell Memorial Foundation certification sticker
- Use of Snell Special Application (SA) rated helmets is required for all vehicles that have supplemental rollover or impact protections installed, including OEM and aftermarket roll bars or roll cages
- Use of Snell Motorcycle (M) rated helmets is permitted in stock vehicles that solely utilize factory impact protection
| Application | Rating | Valid Until |
|---|---|---|
| M | 2010 | Dec. 31, 2021 |
| SA | 2010 | Dec. 31, 2021 |
| SA | 2015 | Dec. 31, 2026 |
- If you do not own one of the permitted helmets listed above, you can request helmet rental during registration
Vehicle Requirements
- You must bring your own vehicle to the event - we do not supply vehicles for use at the event
- Most any unibody (frameless) car in good mechanical condition with a solid roof are permitted
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The following are NOT permitted in Audi Club Driving School or Clinic events:
- High-Center of Gravity Vehicles (Truck, Van, SUV-Sport Utility Vehicle, CUV-Crossover Utility Vehicle)
- Convertibles, including convertibles with factory roll hoops and/or deployable rollover protection. These include Audi TT Roadster, Audi R8 Spyder, Audi A3/S3 Cabriolet, A4/S4 Cabriolet, Audi A5/S5 Cabriolet, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Carrera, BMW 2/3/4/6 Series, BMW Z, etc.
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Targa© tops and “T-tops”
- Targa-type tops with structurally integrated roll hoops are allowed, however enforcement of the broomstick rule is required.
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Removable hard tops
- A removable hard-top is a convertible that has a separate hard top attachment. ACNA policy states “Retracting hard-tops are not considered structural.”
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Retracting hard tops
- A retractable hardtop, also known as coupe convertible or coupe cabriolet, is a type of convertible. ACNA policy states “Retracting hard-tops are not considered structural.”
- Your vehicle must receive a “Tech Check” prior to the start of the event (Tech Inspection Form)
Ready to Register for Quattroberfest 2018? Click Continue!
