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Old 17 Sep 2011, 02:26 (Ref:2956706)   #1
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Let us know if you are staying at the circuit and where you plan to camp or if you are staying in a hotel, or coming for race day only or the duration, or whatever...

The Turn 4 crew will be in, well turn 4, in a bunch of tents and under a bunch of canopies and a variety of flags; the usual spot, the usual group and the usual flags. Come by for a cold one or just to say hello. It is just about become the "unofficial" 10/10ths gathering as there may be (now) about 6 members camping there.

There has been some work done around the infield to make way for more cars and more camping, most notably clearing and grading around the turns 3/4 "comfort" station and in turn 9 behind the "big hill"; think the Don is expecting a crowd or something.

Looking forward to my 12th or something. Hopefully this will be better than the last two for me, as there have been some hiccups outside of the rain from 09.
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Old 17 Sep 2011, 03:25 (Ref:2956720)   #2
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Old 17 Sep 2011, 03:36 (Ref:2956724)   #3
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I'll be there!

Staying in a nearby motel.

Not sure if I'll be there for Friday or not, but I'll def be there all day Saturday!
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Old 17 Sep 2011, 12:25 (Ref:2956837)   #4
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Hopefully this will be better than the last two for me, as there have been some hiccups outside of the rain from 09.
Hiccups? Do tell.

This will be my first PLM. After attending the 24 Hours of Le Mans this year, I thought it'd be fun if I took my dad to get a taste of what I saw. He and I work together and we have clients based in Atlanta so we're flying out early Friday morning and taking these clients to lunch that afternoon. With any luck, we'll get out to the track around 2 or so and catch some of the qualifying action.

While in France, I met a guy from Atlanta and he'll be camping at the track. I'm not exactly sure where, but once we're there, we'll catch up with him and go from there.

We're staying in Atlanta proper - in the Buckhead area - and will be about an hour away from the track. I'm told I need to be in the general area by 8AM to avoid any major traffic - does that sound about right?

I'm really looking forward to this trip. I love the track and I'm told the views are 10 times better than those at La Sarthe.
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Old 17 Sep 2011, 13:12 (Ref:2956858)   #5
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Haven't missed one yet! Really excited about this one but very worried about the future of this sport to wit I am addicted.

Will have a canopy set up at top of braking zone down into 10a.
Have camped, even slept in my car on those lean years. Prefer hotel, staying in north Atlanta at the Wingate 45 min south.

Will get by to see you guys this time. My canopy is welcome to all.
Will mark green top with 10/10's.

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Old 17 Sep 2011, 13:22 (Ref:2956862)   #6
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Those who havent been, bring your endurance footwear.
It is one hilly place. I used to take my bike but it is so hilly I was either flying down or pushing up so stopped riding. Expect healthy crowds from friday on. Saturday will be huge.
Race day I try to get there by 7am to get a decent parking spot as it will be so congested it is difficult to drive around the infield during the race. Plan to walk and walk some more.
Carry a light folding bag chair and check out all the fantastic areas.

What a great track.

ENJOY!
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Old 17 Sep 2011, 16:49 (Ref:2956921)   #7
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It is one hilly place. I used to take my bike but it is so hilly I was either flying down or pushing up so stopped riding.
Bikes going down those hills are great fun, especially at night until you reach the damn speed bumps (sleeping policemen) at the bottom of the hills.
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Old 17 Sep 2011, 22:22 (Ref:2957156)   #9
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Old 17 Sep 2011, 22:57 (Ref:2957194)   #10
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Hiccups? Do tell.
Was stuck at the rain soaked track with the stomach flu in 09 and the entire family got the stomach flu Friday before the race last year, which meant I watched the start and the finish of the race on the TV. Did make it to the circuit for a little bit on race day though, but missed most of it.
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Bikes going down those hills are great fun, especially at night until you reach the damn speed bumps (sleeping policemen) at the bottom of the hills.
One of the funniest things ever was a couple of guys on roller blades on the roads on the outside of 10A-B at night just flying down the hill and then you heard, "OH $***!!
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Looking forward to make it 6 out of 6 ILMC races so far. Will be working Turn 4 for Thu-Sat (I´ll be easy to spot in my orange suit). Arriving early this year, flying over on Thursday, might visit to watch some of the early testing on Sunday or Monday. Trackside from Tuesday onwards.

So it´s looks like I´ll have a chat with you FoD and the rest of the Turn 4 crew then!
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There has been some work done around the infield to make way for more cars and more camping, most notably clearing and grading around the turns 3/4 "comfort" station and in turn 9 behind the "big hill"; think the Don is expecting a crowd or something.
Joe - They bulldozed your campsite. I'm not sure how I will find the ****er at 3am without orienting myself towards the camel gt sign.

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Yeah, great fun...
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Joe - They bulldozed your campsite. I'm not sure how I will find the ****er at 3am without orienting myself towards the camel gt sign.



Yeah, great fun...
I know I saw the campsite pics. And you will have to look for a new landmark anyways, as our Camel GT banner was stolen last year.

I think my pops and I will be arriving mid day on Wednesday. Still trying to work out the logistics, but with my much longer drive now to get to ATL I am looking at staying in Louisville Tuesday night and then getting an early start to the rest of the drive Wednesday.
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I'm thinking about going this year. I just moved to Greenville (about 2 hours away) this summer. I'd like to arrive Saturday (less than ideal I know - did it a few times at Sebring with less than ideal results). What time should I plan on being there to not spend 30 minutes looking for parking?
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I know I saw the campsite pics. And you will have to look for a new landmark anyways, as our Camel GT banner was stolen last year.

I think my pops and I will be arriving mid day on Wednesday. Still trying to work out the logistics, but with my much longer drive now to get to ATL I am looking at staying in Louisville Tuesday night and then getting an early start to the rest of the drive Wednesday.
I'm sorry to hear about the banner Joe... I don't know who would do something like that. You're and your pops are more than welcome to camp by us if you'd like.

Glad you can make it. If you can get out in Louisville, try to do so. It's a great little city.
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I'm thinking about going this year. I just moved to Greenville (about 2 hours away) this summer. I'd like to arrive Saturday (less than ideal I know - did it a few times at Sebring with less than ideal results). What time should I plan on being there to not spend 30 minutes looking for parking?
I have never arrived later than Thursday, but with my ticket the racetrack provided a statement that if you could not arrive prior to 9am they could not guarantee you will make it in for the start. I recommend getting there very early as the morning of race day is a fantastic time.
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Still trying to work out the logistics, but with my much longer drive now to get to ATL I am looking at staying in Louisville Tuesday night and then getting an early start to the rest of the drive Wednesday.
I read someplace that an Interstate highway bridge crossing the Ohio River into Louisville has closed and is causing all sorts of problems getting into Louisville. Good Luck!
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I have never arrived later than Thursday, but with my ticket the racetrack provided a statement that if you could not arrive prior to 9am they could not guarantee you will make it in for the start. I recommend getting there very early as the morning of race day is a fantastic time.
That bad huh? Are there any back ways or free parking areas to take advantage of at that time? I know at Sebring I could skip about 20 minutes in lines by turning off early and walking about 1/4 mile.
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That bad huh? Are there any back ways or free parking areas to take advantage of at that time? I know at Sebring I could skip about 20 minutes in lines by turning off early and walking about 1/4 mile.
I-85 South to Hwy 53 is the only way in/out. The support paddock will be empty on Saturday for the parking of cars. There is usually parking at Lanier Speedway across the street, but that's a heck of a walk for a day of walking, not to mention hauling a cooler, etc. No parking pass required ($40). They just run out space in the infield.

You may want to call the track.
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They said that Lanier Speedway is about a mile and a half from the track.

There are shuttles that run, but there isn't really a schedule for them.
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Google maps is showing the two about .2 miles from each other. Can anyone not making $40 dollars by my parking verify? I just backpack; no cooler.
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Google maps is showing the two about .2 miles from each other. Can anyone not making $40 dollars by my parking verify? I just backpack; no cooler.
I'm basing my information off of what the Road Atlanta person said to me on the phone.

She said Lanier Speedway is "right across the street" from Road Atlanta, but it is about one and a half miles to turn 6.

Parking there is free and there are shuttles that run, but there is no set schedule.

This is what I was told.
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I read someplace that an Interstate highway bridge crossing the Ohio River into Louisville has closed and is causing all sorts of problems getting into Louisville. Good Luck!
Thanks for the heads up, I will definitely have to look into it.
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Flying in for my 5th PLM in a row, love this race! Infield parking pass well worth the $$$ IMO. I'll be at the track Wednesday AM.
This could be the last Petit with a big grid, heck it could be the last Petit so I'm going to get the most of it.
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