Mon, Oct 18 - Tue, Oct 19, 2021

MTA at Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen International

About this event

 JOIN US AT WATKINS GLEN INTERNATIONAL WITH S2K TAKEOVER AND NETC FOR TWO FULL DAYS!



 OCTOBER 18TH, 2021 - OCTOBER 19TH, 2021

 

ABOUT THE EVENT:

Metro Track Addicts, North East Track Club, and S2K TakeOver are hosting a 2-day Driver Education event at Watkins Glen International! Each run group will have 2+ hours of track time per day.

 

RUN GROUPS:

  • Red: Advanced drivers with 20+ track days or similar experience at various tracks.
  • Blue: Intermediate drivers with 10 to 20 track days at various tracks.
  • S2K TakeOver: Advanced and soloed intermediate S2000 drivers only.


RAFFLES FROM OUR SPONSORS:


OPTIONAL HOTLAP TAKEOVER CHALLENGE (BROUGHT TO YOU BY PROTEON AERO):

  • Download the HotLap.io app and join the event under S2K TakeOver.
  • Select your class.
  • Time your sessions and see where you stack up among the other drivers.
  • Prizes will be awarded at the end of the event for the fastest time/driver in each class.
  • Participate in other TakeOver events for a chance to win prizes from StopTech and Stable Energies at the end of the season.
  • We suggest investing in a Bluetooth GPS receiver (i.e. Dual Electronics XGPS160 or similar) for more accurate lap times.


SPONSORS + DRIVER CONTINGENCY PROGRAM (2021 SEASON):

  • LC Detail Garage's services are at a discounted rate (10% off) for all vehicles (paint correction, ceramic coating, PPF, and windshield PPF, and detailing supplies)
  • StopTech's "TakeOver pricing" through Stable Energies.
  • El Gato Engineering's services are at a discounted rate for all vehicles.
  • Stable Energies Driver Support Program (10% off for all registered MTA/TakeOver/NETC drivers for the 2021 season).
  • Other sponsor discounts vary.

GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR THE EVENT:

  • There will be a mandatory drivers' meeting each day.
  • Lunch will be 1 hour long, followed by a group photo session on track.
  • The MTA/NEDC/NETC Media Team will be at the track throughout the day for photos and videos.
  • BE PREPARED FOR THE WEATHER. We will run RAIN or SHINE!
  • Passengers will not be allowed under any circumstances. The only exception is if the driver is a certified instructor (proof of certification will be required). 
  • Each run group will have an assigned group leader to help answer any questions or concerns throughout the day.

Event requirements

ATTIRE
  • Drivers must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.
HELMETS
  • Helmets with a SNELL SA-2015 rating or higher are REQUIRED.
  • Helmets with an M-rating are NOT ACCEPTABLE.
    • Motorcycle helmets do not have the proper safety requirements for car use, specifically in a rollbar, multi-impact test.
CONVERTIBLES
  • Convertibles with roll hoops or roll bars MUST pass the BROOMSTICK TEST.
    • At the time of your tech inspection, a broomstick will be placed from the top of the windshield to the top of the hoop/bar behind the driver's seat.
    • The top of the driver's helmet must be below, and not touch the broomstick.
TECHNICAL INSPECTION
  • Drivers will be required to have their cars inspected and will be responsible for having the technical inspection form filled out prior to the event and submitted at the event.
  • MTA recommends visiting a certified facility of their choice to perform the inspection as noted in the technical inspection sheet. 
  • The MTA/TakeOver/NETC staff will perform another inspection on track to ensure all safety requirements (mandated by the track and our organization) are met.
DAMAGES
  • Participants and their guests are responsible for any damages to Watkins Glen International property including time spent on and off the track. 
  • Regular car insurance will not cover track incidents; please consider purchasing track insurance to protect yourself from the worst-case scenarios.

Entries (59)

DP
David Pan
WG
William M Griffith
AC
Arwin Chen
SM
Sam Mammano
KZ
Kanty Zhao
CM
Chenxu Ma
CT
Christopher Tantalo
RW
Rukai Wang

Watkins Glen International

Watkins Glen, NY
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