2010 ALMS Winter Test

SPRacer · 27 Jan 2010, 17:49 (Ref:2620455)

I'm considering playing hooky and heading over to Sebring for one day of the Feb. winter test. Has anyone seen a list of who will be participating?

fieldodreams79 · 27 Jan 2010, 21:47 (Ref:2620614)

Apparently, winter testing is the only time Audi will show face in FLA this year.

HORNDAWG · 27 Jan 2010, 21:54 (Ref:2620623)

Hmm, I thought they would be testing at the conclusion of the race, not at the WDWT.

L.P.

Hugewally · 27 Jan 2010, 23:17 (Ref:2620676)

Maybe they're testing before the test?

SickRimpson · 28 Jan 2010, 01:30 (Ref:2620723)

I could be wrong but I was under the impression Audi was performing a simulated 12hr race on Mon. following the 12hrs of Sebring race. Also isnt the winter test ONLY for teams entered in the actual race? I didnt think Audi even could practice during the official test days.

Hugewally · 28 Jan 2010, 02:44 (Ref:2620740)

The test is for ALMS competitors, not restricted to those only competing in the 12 hours. Anyone can test if they're planning on running at least one race this year in the ALMS.

Jonerz · 28 Jan 2010, 03:34 (Ref:2620749)

If the car isn't ready to race at Sebring, I don't think it will be ready to test one month earlier. If it was at least built, the test a month in advance would be a great boost to running the 12 Hour itself. So I believe Audi will only be testing at Sebring after the 2010 12 Hours has concluded.

Chris

fieldodreams79 · 28 Jan 2010, 03:44 (Ref:2620752)

so i was off by a month...

sue me. geez. anyone else want to make the same point?

cmk · 28 Jan 2010, 03:49 (Ref:2620755)

I'm sure the R15+ will test sometime in February. In Europe.

I expect the car will be close to race-ready by Sebring time, but they probably realize they'll get the same effect with less extrinsic risk testing after the race than in it. They must realize they got a little lucky last year at Sebring with the limited testing they put on the car, and probably would rather sacrifice the experience for less of an embarrassment at La Sarthe.

As for who will be at the Winter Test, I suppose Highcroft will need to put some mileage on the 02c...then? ESM could well run with their Ferraris as they've had them out already. Challenge cars of both stripes...who else? Intersport? One of the other 2010 Ferrari or Porsche teams shaking down their new specification cars?

Canada ALMS fan · 28 Jan 2010, 05:18 (Ref:2620775)

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmk

As for who will be at the Winter Test, I suppose Highcroft will need to put some mileage on the 02c...then? ESM could well run with their Ferraris as they've had them out already. Challenge cars of both stripes...who else? Intersport? One of the other 2010 Ferrari or Porsche teams shaking down their new specification cars?

Not to split hairs but Highcroft will be using the ARX-01c (P2 car), probably what you meant. Either way they still could use the track time with the new aero.
The test could give a better idea of who the challenge entries will be. Interesting to see if Comprent and Genoa show plus any GA Porsches.

**joeb** · 28 Jan 2010, 15:06 (Ref:2621065)

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmk

As for who will be at the Winter Test, I suppose Highcroft will need to put some mileage on the 02c...then? ESM could well run with their Ferraris as they've had them out already. Challenge cars of both stripes...who else? Intersport? One of the other 2010 Ferrari or Porsche teams shaking down their new specification cars?

Black Swan will be there, and I think Primetime as well. Also I seem to remember Autocon saying they would be there, but I can't find the link. I would imagine the Falken car is a strong possibility too.

ubrben · 30 Jan 2010, 12:53 (Ref:2622238)

Audi are at Sebring as we speak...

Ben

Hugewally · 30 Jan 2010, 15:12 (Ref:2622287)

Shhh....

Its supposed to be a secret.

SteveT · 30 Jan 2010, 15:47 (Ref:2622298)

I may attend the test also. Does one purchase a ticket in advance or at the gate?

Hugewally · 30 Jan 2010, 16:12 (Ref:2622305)

At the gate.

SteveT · 30 Jan 2010, 16:53 (Ref:2622318)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hugewally

At the gate.

Thanks.

ger80 · 30 Jan 2010, 17:50 (Ref:2622335)

Quote:

Originally Posted by ubrben

Audi are at Sebring as we speak...

Ben

So maybe we see them during the 12hours if the test works well? No webcam in Sebring?

Hugewally · 30 Jan 2010, 17:56 (Ref:2622340)

Doubt it and no.

ubrben · 31 Jan 2010, 14:38 (Ref:2622830)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hugewally

Shhh....

Its supposed to be a secret.

Well they should have put a tarp over the Audi Sport North America trailer outside the gate last week then...

Ben

**joeb** · 31 Jan 2010, 14:43 (Ref:2622836)

If Audi are testing this week, are they still going to test after the 12hours in March?

WMUCarGuy · 31 Jan 2010, 15:37 (Ref:2622870)

Why can't people read?

Audi is testing now and will not be at the 12 Hours.

End of Audi discussion.

Lola T70 · 31 Jan 2010, 15:47 (Ref:2622884)

He asked if they were testing "after" the 12 Hours not racing at the 12 hours.

I would presume they are, they have done that many times before.

dxk1 · 31 Jan 2010, 20:48 (Ref:2623188)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lola T70

He asked if they were testing "after" the 12 Hours not racing at the 12 hours.

I would presume they are, they have done that many times before.

Seems odd that they would be here to practice, then skip the race and then come back to practice again. However, they are Germans!

DK

ger80 · 31 Jan 2010, 20:56 (Ref:2623201)

Quote:

Originally Posted by dxk1

Seems odd that they would be here to practice, then skip the race and then come back to practice again. However, they are Germans!

DK

Hey Hey my friend

HORNDAWG · 31 Jan 2010, 22:57 (Ref:2623296)

Quote:

Originally Posted by dxk1

Seems odd that they would be here to practice, then skip the race and then come back to practice again. However, they are Germans!

DK

Hmm, how about it is not their choice to skip the race! And after the result last year, with a short program prior to Le Mans, I am sure they will get an abundant amount of track time this year.

L.P.

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