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GGLC Autocrosses
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The Golden Gate Lotus Club is pleased to announce a full season of Lotus Autocrosses in 2010! 7 events are on the 2010 calendar for the GGLC Series, plus two 2-day autocross schools Join the fun!

GGLC Autocrosses are designed to allow the Lotus and sports car enthusiast enjoy driving in controlled conditions without random traffic and law enforcement. GGLC autocross is the perfect place to explore the the capability of your car.

The GGLC Autocross season will begin with a practice event followed by a Autocross Clinic. The next 6 events will be points events leading to the 2010 champions. Of the 6 points events, you'll be able to throw out your 2 worst scores.
 

How to Enter
Autocross Car Prep
 
GGLC 2010 Autocrosses
  • Saturday, April 10
  • Saturday, May 1 (GGLC/BMW AutoX School)
  • Sunday, May 2 (GGLC/BMW AutoX School)
  • Saturday, May 15
  • Saturday, June 5
  • Saturday, June 26 (GGLC/BMW AutoX School)
  • Sunday, June 27 (GGLC/BMW AutoX School)
  • Saturday, July 31
  • Sunday, Aug 8
  • Sunday, Sept 19
  • 2009 Points Standing
    WHAT IS AN AUTOCROSS?
    An autocross is a performance driving event where you can drive your car on a closed temporary course. A typical autocross course is marked out with orange traffic pylons and is driven at lower speeds. Drivers are timed while on course and hitting a pylon adds a 1 second penalty. Typically the course is layed out to test a driver's skill and the cars handling and agility. GGLC events are low-key, fun and encourage drivers to enjoy and learn about their cars.

    GGLC AUTOCROSS FORMAT
    GGLC Autocross events will be will have a limited number of drivers to allow drivers to get a large number of runs. Drivers are broken into groups and the groups rotate between running and working. All drivers are required to work.

    Drivers are asked to arrive early to help set-up and to attend a driver's meeting before the first run group.

    GGLC Autocross Chairs: Alexander Komlik and Colm Gavin - autox"at"gglotus.org
    Feel free to email Alexander and Colm any questions concerning the GGLC Autocrosses.

    For newbies and novices, there will be experienced drivers available at the event to give you tips and coaching. Plus, as an added bonus, the GGLC is co-presenting with the BMW Car Club two 2-day EVO Autocross schools at Great America in Santa Clara. The 2-day schools are broken into Phase 1 and Phase 2. Drivers can choose to do both days or just Phase 1 or Phase 2.

    All GGLC Autocrosses take place at the Marina Municipal Airport in Marina California. The Airport is located on Reservation Rd. in Marina (about 5-6 miles north of Monterey).

    DIRECTIONS TO THE MARINA AIRPORT
    WEATHER - Marina CA

    Click here for results and stories about past GGLC Autocross events - Past Events

    This season, we have “official” numbers. Please email your request for your numbers to: autox"at"gglotus.org

    Assistance- putting on a autocross, is very much a volunteer effort. There are a couple of areas, that we require a pool of helpers to cover. Two or three to get the equipment set up. Four or five to help set up the course. You will need to be on site 7:15- 7:30, to get started.

    Thanks and see you at the autocross,
    Alex and Colm
    Event Chairs


    GGLC Autocross - 2010 GGLC Autocross Points Event

    Registration will open in March.
    Overflow will go onto the waitlist

    This event is restricted to approved members. This will be a points event for club members. -->

    Note- Open to non-club members. (Only participating GGLC members can register during first week of registration. During this first week if you can not proceed to registration (past this page) this means your club membership on this site is not confirmed. Send us email to clear this up.)

    Club members are also given preference on the waitlist.

    GGLC Typical Run/Work Group Order:
    "A" runs, "C" works
    "B" runs, "D" works
    "C" runs, "A" works
    "D" runs, "B" works

    WHAT IS NEEDED & RULES:

  • Bring water, there's no water on-site.
  • Sun-screen is a must if you're prone to burning. It gets windy, so bring a warm jacket.
  • Helmets are required, DOT or better. A few loaner helmets will be available.
  • All occupants (driver and passenger) must have a helmet and seat belt on while on course.
  • Age limit is 18 to drive, 16 to ride, drivers must have valid driver's license.
  • Speed limit within the AutoX site is a maximum of 15 MPH

    Only GGLC members can compete for points. Others should only register choosing fun/practice option.

    SCHEDULE (typical)
    7:00-8:00 Arrival & Set-up
    8:00-8:40 Check-in, Tech inspection & Course Walk-Thru
    8:40-9:00 Driver's Meeting (Mandatory)
    9:00-12:00 Morning runs - Groups alternate Running and Working
    12:00-12:45 Lunch
    12:45-4:15 Afternoon runs - Group alternate Running and Working

    COMPETITION CLASSES
    Members of GGLC club can choose to compete for points in one of the following classes:

  • R-Comp Elise or Exige on Race-Compound tires (SLICKS, FULL-RACE, LIGHT-RACE)
  • Street Elise or Exige on Street Tires
  • Open all other cars on any tires

    GGLC Autocross Registration

    The GGLC is using MotorsportReg.com for registration. MotorsportReg.com is a secure site that allows you to pay with your credit card. Lunch is included in your entry.
    Registration is open at MotorsportsReg.com
    www.MotorsportReg.com


    GGLC/BMW Autocross School - May 1 & 2, 2010
    Great America, Santa Clara, CA

    GGLC EVO School Registration is now open

    Elise Autocross

    Registration for the GGLC/BMWCCA joint EVO school on May 1 and 2 is now open. As someone who has taken the class before, I highly recommend them as one of the best ways to improve your skills and get better at autocrossing. The classes will be conducted in the Great America parking lot in Santa Clara and official class descriptions are below:

    Phase I School

    The “original” Evolution program as developed by the McKamey Autocross School. This first step in the Evolution is where all students start,regardless of experience. Daylong course builds upon students existing skills, while introducing new ideas to improve one’s times. Students both ride and drive with Evolution trained national caliber drivers to learn where they are fast and where they need to improve. Small student teacher ratio of 6:1 insures quality instruction time.

    Combined with race proven skills, concepts, and techniques this course will improve the performance of all drivers on both road and track.Even experienced driver’s benefit from the Phase 1 course as a refresher for those things they’ve forgotten over the years or perhaps never learned.No matter what type of car you drive the Phase 1 skills will improve your overall driving abilities.

    Note: All students must provide their own two-seat vehicle for the day. Two driver cars are welcome.

    Phase II School

    Building upon the skills learned in Phase 1, Phase 2 takes the driver into new areas of mental race preparation, allowing the Phase 1 skills to be applied as second nature. Various driving exercises are conducted throughout the day to improve the driver’s visual and mental imaging of the course, resulting in quicker lap times.

    This course has worked “magic” in reinforcing the importance of Phase 1 skills and transferring those skills to every autocross course you may encounter. The Phase 2 track design is not the same as used in Phase 1 and generally has higher speed sections.Note: Phase 2 students must first have completed the Phase 1 Program. As in Phase 1, students must provide a two-seat vehicle for the day.

    Use the following links to sign up for the course:
    Day 1 (May 1, 2010): $275
    Day 2 (May 2, 2010): $275
    Day 1 & 2 (May 1-2, 2010): $500

    For more information in the Evo School program please visit their website at www.evoschool.com

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