01/02/2007 14:16:39 Dave We've just firmed up the first of a couple of our regular fun days at North Weald. For anyone new to MGoT, this is not a track day. An activity day is a perfect opportunity for those of you who have been thinking about doing your first track day, but not quite plucked up the courage to do it. It’s also great fun for old hands. So what actually is it? North Weald is an airfield, close to the junction of the M11 and M25 in Essex. We use a big patch of tarmac and layout a series of activities – typically these include a [LIST] [*]high speed 90 degree bend [*]handling course (figure of eight and a 360 degree turn joined by a straight) [*]slalom course [*]short circuit (marked by cones).[/LIST]The emphasis is on having fun and exploring your, and your car’s, abilities in absolute safety. There is nothing to hit and only one car at a time on any activity. Furthermore, Andy Walsh of 1stLotus (see [URL="http://www.1stlotus.co.uk/"][COLOR=#726d42]www.1stLotus.co.uk[/COLOR][/URL]) will be running the day. Andy is an experienced performance-driving instructor and will give you some guidance, particularly with the high-speed bend. At this day you don't need a helmet - just you and your car. ANY TRACK DAY VIRGINS THAT ATTEND NORTH WEALD WILL RECEIVE A £20 VOUCHER. Use this at any MGoT track day during 2007 including the special [URL="http://www.mgs-on-track.com/events/25/brands_hatch_2007-07-17.htm"][COLOR=#810081]BEGINNER'S ONLY EVENING [/COLOR][/URL]at Brands Hatch on 27th July. There are plenty of comments about last November's North Weald day in [URL="http://pitlane.mgs-on-track.com/forumdisplay.php?f=68"][COLOR=#810081]The Pit Lane [/COLOR][/URL]as well as photos in the [URL="http://www.mgs-on-track.com/gallery/showgallery.php/cat/3046"][COLOR=#810081]Gallery[/COLOR][/URL].

02/02/2007 21:32:22 paulgertie [b]North Weald[/b] If it's as good as last November it'll be a brilliant day out. Paul

05/02/2007 19:31:43 Steve White I should be free so let me know if you need helpers again.

05/02/2007 19:33:31 Dave [quote=Steve White]I should be free so let me know if you need helpers again.[/quote]Yes please Steve - I'll add your name to my list :D

18/02/2007 13:53:55 Lee Reed Dave myself and Martin with the white Mini are looking forward to another good day. Is there a chance the slalom times were kept from the last day there as I have changed my cars suspension since so it would be good to compare. Thanks Lee

18/02/2007 23:12:17 Dave [quote=Lee Reed]Dave myself and Martin with the white Mini are looking forward to another good day. Is there a chance the slalom times were kept from the last day there as I have changed my cars suspension since so it would be good to compare. Thanks Lee[/quote]Hi Lee, Good to hear that you'll be back at North Weald. I'm not too sure that the comparing slalom runs will tell you too much. The cones are probably set out slightly differently every time we go to North Weald and this might have more impact on the time than your suspension :) Reversing into the garage is always a significant element of the time anyway!

22/02/2007 13:49:05 Ralph If you're still short on helpers, I should be available.:D

22/02/2007 14:07:45 Dave [quote=Ralph]If you're still short on helpers, I should be available.:D[/quote]Thanks Ralph - we can always use help. I'll add you to the list :) Regards, Dave

22/02/2007 20:48:55 m9fdb Looking forward to it Dave and will get the track day cups on the car for it this time ;) cheers D

27/03/2007 10:49:55 lodgey77 Hi, will it be ok for my father to come along in his RV8, not to participate just to watch? and maybe tow me home if I break anything!

27/03/2007 10:52:37 Dave [quote=lodgey77]Hi, will it be ok for my father to come along in his RV8, not to participate just to watch? and maybe tow me home if I break anything![/quote]Of course - no problem at all :D

29/03/2007 13:15:40 Ralph Hopefully, this time they'll let us all into the Little Chef! :rolleyes:

29/03/2007 13:22:50 Dave [quote=Ralph]Hopefully, this time they'll let us all into the Little Chef! :rolleyes:[/quote]LOL - yes, let's hope that there's more than one staff member on duty and that they open on time!