Schattenbaum NJMP-April Thunderbolt/Lightning
Thunderbolt & Lightning at NJMPAbout this event
Schattenbaum Region PCA Drivers Education Event at New Jersey Motorsports Park
- Dates: April 25-26, 2019 (Thursday-Friday)
- Track: Thursday on Thunderbolt, Friday on Lightning
- Registration is open until April 21.
Open to all licensed drivers, age 18 and over.
This is a 2-day event. If single-day entry is available, the option will be available on the Registration Form.
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced run groups are all open.
Fee Schedule (2 Days):
Solo Driver: $310
Instructed Driver: $360
Instructors: $100
Single-day registration is available for solo (non-instructed) run groups. Fee is half the above rate + $20).
Non-PCA Members: $25 fee. Waived for instructors.
PCA Members: Please make sure your membership is current and your member number is in your motorsportreg.com profile.
No payment is required at time of registration.
The entry fee will be automatically charged to your credit card approximately 30 days prior to the event.
Payment and Cancellation Policy
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All entrants must have a credit card on file at motorsportreg.com unless other payment arrangements have been made with the registrar for the upcoming event.
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Credit cards will be charged 30 days prior to the event. Registrations made within 30 days of the event will be charged immediately.
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For cancellation 15-30 days in advance of the event start date, there is a $50 administrative fee ($25 for a 1-day registration). The balance will be refunded to your credit card.
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For cancellation less than 15 days from the event, no refunds or event credits will be issued.
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Cancellation should be made via motorsportreg.com. Notify the registrar via email to registrar@schattenbaum.org if there are any issues regarding cancellation.
Event requirements
Open to all licensed drivers age 18 or older.
All track-worthy sports cars may be accepted pending a satisfactory safety inspection prior to the event. No SUVs. A Safety Inspection Form must be completed for all cars before the event and submitted at the track during grid tech on the first day. Vehicles deemed by Schattenbaum staff to be unsuitable for high speed track events will not be permitted.
PLEASE READ THE NOTES ON THE INSPECTION FORM! -- THERE ARE NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR 2019.
A few of the key requirements for PCA and NJ Motorsports Park are:
- Helmets must be Snell 2010 or 2015 rated, SA or M.
- Closed-face helmets are recommended. Open-face helmets are permitted in factory-spec cars with fully functional air bag system.
- A certified (SFI 38.1, FIA 8858 or newer) head and neck restraint device MUST be used by all occupants of any car with an aftermarket harness and roll bar/cage system.
- All convertibles must have rollover protection (No un-deployed "pop-up" bars), with top up if possible.
- All cars running open-top must have proper 5 or 6-point harnesses, harness-compatible seats and arm restraints.
- Long pants and long-sleeve shirts required. Short-sleeve shirts MAY be permitted if allowed by the track.
- Shorts and open shoes are NOT permitted beyond the pit lane fence.
- Harness expiration dates are enforced (SFI 2 years, FIA 5 years).
THIS IS JUST A PARTIAL LIST OF REQUIREMENTS.
REFER TO THE SCHATTENBAUM REGION SAFETY INSPECTION FORM AND
PCA DRIVERS ED STANDARDS FOR ADDITIONAL VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS!
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Additional NJMP Information:
1. The NJMP track registration office is open the night before an event from 6-10 pm and also from 7:00-10 am every morning. All participants who wish to purchase NJMP support services such as camping, electricity, garages, and suite rentals must go to the front gate NJMP window to sign waivers and pay for the additional services . Participants will not be able to purchase additional services outside of these registration hours. Services may be purchased in advance by contacting the track directly.
2. All persons entering the NJMP facility are required to sign NJMP's waiver statement. No one will be allowed to enter the park without the proper wrist band or credential. All DE entrants must also sign a PCA liability waiver when checking in for the event in the paddock classroom. Credentials distributed by Schattenbaum are for Club use only and do not override or substitute NJMP credentials unless previously authorized by NJMP.
3. Typically, entrants will not be allowed to enter the paddock until 7pm the night before an event. However, NJMP security personnel may permit early entry on a case by case basis. This will never occur before 6pm. The same procedure applies to the morning entry time of 7am. Contact NJMP directly to inquire about early entry.
4. State of New Jersey Chapter 62 Race Track Regulations do not allow anyone under the age of 18 to enter the hot pits. NJMP security will not allow anyone without the proper wristband/credentials to go beyond the pit lane fence. These credentials will be available at the NJMP gate window.