HPDE organized by
Pitt Race
Fri, Sep 16, 2016

Pitt Race Full Track PDE Group 2 Solo and Group 3

Pittsburgh International Race Compl

About this event

NOTE: The afternoon of the September 16th PDE will be Full Track and open only to Students approved by Pitt Race for Group 2 Solo and Group 3.

Group 1 and Group 2 students please see the registration link for the September 16th North Track only event.

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 driving techniques based on racing, Pitt Race PDE is your source. Participants are divided into the following Groups: 

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 safe solo driver by two Pitt Race Instructors. Cost: $225 per driver

Group 3 (Advanced): Pitt Race PDE drivers who are signed off by our chief driving instructor and/or are accredited race organization or school (SCCA, NASA, NARRA, etc.) have the opportunity for solo runs and to utilize our Test & Tune event days. Cost: $225 per driver

Days are divided into Group 1 and 2 in the morning (8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) and Group 2 Solo and Group 3 afternoon (1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) sessions. 

Groups 1 & 2 will include three 25-minute sessions on track with our instructor, plus two classroom sessions. 

Group 2 Solo & Group 3’s will consist of several run groups splitting up the different classes of cars from street cars, race prepared (closed wheel) & race prepared (open wheel). There will be 25 minute sessions, back to back, until 5:30 p.m. 

PDE Group 2 Solo and Group 3 Daily Protocols:

  • Registration begins at 12 noon, followed by a mandatory driver’s meeting at 1 p.m. If you arrive after the drivers meeting you must see the lead instructor before you will be given access to the track.
  • First track session within half hour of driver’s meeting.
  • Participants may enter the property at 7:00 a.m. but will not be permitted on track until driver’s meeting has concluded for Group 2 Solo and Group 3.
  • No race engines may be started before 8:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m.
  • PDE on track sessions generally begin at 1:30 p.m. and run until 5:30 p.m., but any given PDE day is subject to adjustments and modifications.
  • Cars are divided into three categories at Pitt Race Officials discretion. 
  • You will be required to sign the Pitt Race waiver upon arrival at the track gate. Driver check-in is typically at the Pitt Stop Pro Shop.

 

Event 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.
  • 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 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 be18 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
  • Drivers must bring Student Log Book to every PDE. Driver must turn in a copy of Log Book once signed off as Group 2 solo and/or Group 3 for track records. Log books for new students available at registration.

Entries (36)

CZ
Chris Zappa
ML
Mike Larcom
BH
Brad Harrison
JS
Jason Sloan
HP
Henry Pearce
JH
John D Handza
MM
Mark Mikula
KO
Keith Orawiec

Pittsburgh International Race Compl

Wampum, PA
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HPDE organized by

Pitt Race

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