Open Track organized by
Ongrid
Sat, Feb 4, 2017

OnGrid - Thunderhill East - Saturday 02/04/17

Thunderhill Raceway Park

About this event

 


OnGrid comes from a background of track enthusiasts and racers with a goal that allows their participants an enjoyable, well organized, and affordable driving experiance.  OnGrid consists of friendly and knowledgeable owners, staff, instructors, and friends.  We welcome anyone from beginners with no prior track experience to professional race teams.  Our events are fun, low key and relaxed.  We have instructors available at every event for anybody that may want extra assistance.  OnGrid Is your Premier Organization Hosted By Racers For Enthusiasts. 

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Registration Fee: $135.00

 

Thunderhill Raceway East 3 mile course with bypass - Saturday February 4th 2017

  • Low Car Count
  • Featuring our bi-yearly driving school program for group 1
  • 5 run groups
  • (5) sessions per run group
  • Must be 18+ to drive or ride as a passenger in any vehicle
  • private instruction available
  • All drivers welcome from Beginners to Pro - 5 run groups.
  • passengers allowed in all run groups
  • $135/driver
  • Thunderhill Property is free to enter.
  • OnGrid is offering, personal, full day instruction for $125.00.  You may register for that while registering for this day. 


 

Event requirements

 

  • All Drivers and Passengers must be 18+
  • SA2010 or greater helmet highly recommended but not required
  • Tow hooks or tow points are required on the front and rear of car.  If your car has a mechanical malfunction and must be towed, OnGrid will be forced to find a way to tow your car off the track. OnGrid and Thunderhill are not liable for any damages sustained while your car is being towed.  Please make sure you have tow hooks, straps or points that you can easily point out to the tow truck driver.  Please make sure you have this prior to entering the track.
  • Inside the car you should insure there are no loose objects that may fly around.
  • Vehicles may not enter the track if they are leaking any fluids.
  • Numbers are required on both sides of the car and must be 8 inches tall and 4 inches wide or bigger. 
  • Convertibles are required to have roll over protection.  A vehicle with factory pop-up roll over protection is allowed to enter the track surface.   Drivers and passengers with convertibles must pass the broom stick test.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us: ongridtrack@gmail.com

    How To Preform Broomstick Test:

  • Put helmet on and get in the car
  • Place one end of the broom/stick on the top of the windshield and the other end on top of the roll hoop/bar, behind your head
  • The broom/stick must not touch your helmet nor your head, in order to pass the test and to be allowed on track

 

 

GROUP 1 (Driving School)

  1. For Saturday 2/4/17 group 1 will be a driving school group. 
  2. In driving school drivers will have 2 in class tutoring sessions along with on track time with instructors.  This class is built to progress your learning curve at a much faster rate.  If you've never driven on a race track or need a refresher, driving school is perfect for you!  
  3. This group will allow driver to focuses on furthering their comfort during High Performance Driving Events along with allowing each participant to become familiar with the correct racing line without being pressured.
  4. Point By Passing is Mandatory and only allowed on the straights.  No Passing In Corners Allowed.

GROUP 2a (Low Intermediate)

  1. Group 2a is similar to Group 1 however it is build for drivers with more experience and awareness than group 1. 
  2. This Group is interned for drivers for a medium level of track experience (Generally 4-7days)
  3. This Group is intended for drivers with a good understanding of track awareness and etiquette.
  4. Point-by passing is Mandatory and allowed anywhere on track.
  5. Personal instructors are available to assist individuals in this run group.  Please Take a Look At Our Available Packages During Registration or email us at ongridtrack@gmail.com if you have any questions with personal instruction.

GROUP 2b (High Intermediate)

  1. Group 2b is similar to Group 2a, however it is built for drivers with more experience and awareness than group 2a . 
  2. This Group is intended for drivers with a good understanding of track awareness and etiquette.
  3. This Group is interned for drivers for a medium level of track experience (8-10days)
  4. Opening passing is allowed on all straights however point-by passing is required in any corner.
  5. Personal instructors are available to assist individuals in this run group.  Please Take a Look At Our Available Packages During Registration or email us at ongridtrack@gmail.com if you have any questions with personal instruction.

GROUP 3 (SLOW ADVANCE)

  1. Group 3 is built for drivers with a greater amount of track experience and understanding of driving on race tracks (Generally 11+ days).
  2. Group 3 and Group 4 have the same rules and regulations, but group 3 is built for drivers who run slower lap times.
  3. This group allows opens passing anywhere by everyone on the track. Point-by passing is greatly appreciated, but not required. 
  4. 2:13 or faster laps thunderhill east bypass configuration 

GROUP 4 (FAST ADVANCE)

  1. Group 4 is our fastest run group (Generally 15+ days)
  2. Group 4 is built for the fastest cars and drivers at any driving event OnGrid hosts.
  3. This group allows opens passing anywhere by everyone on the track. Point-by passing is greatly appreciated, but not required. 
  4. 2:08 or faster laps thunderhill east bypass configuration 

OnGrid reserves the right to place you in a different run group then what you registered for if we do not feel you do not belong in the registered group.  Please follow the specific guidelines and sign up for the appropriate group.  Thank You.

Our events are ran no matter the weather.

Thunderhill Raceway Park

Willows, CA
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Open Track organized by

Ongrid

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