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Arthur and I have dones some Slot car Cortina testing, the FiA APp K Revell and Scalextric cars are nailed down on all 4 corners. the original Gp2 Airfix model does indeed lift an inside wheel.
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But not during scrutineering please,I have to lie under the cars to see what the tricky blighters are up to and it does get rather moist-mark you not as moist as some of the cheats when I draw their attention to the error of their ways and the car owners explain to said preparers why they are out of a job.
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I'll be spectating at Spa - my first visit.
I'm travelling with Tommy Gilmartin, Ford Capri, and look forward to meeting 10ths members. I'd appreciate any advice on photo locations - I have a bridge camera, so I would need to be as close to the track as possible. |
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17 Sep 2011, 08:43 (Ref:2956774) | #134 | ||
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Hi Malcolm. We will be in the Uniroyal pit number 21. Come and say hello. I guess for you the best locations will be in the pitlane.
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The best place for photos used to be by the wall at La Source but it's difficult getting right to the corner now due to the pit Gestapo stopping you. Further past La Source and before the old pit entrance is good providing you can see over the catch fencing, it's about head height so not too bad if you are not a midget. Another good place is between Les Combes and Bruxelles. We'll be in the Shopping Centre car paddock.
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Is this a bridge camera with a longish zoom lens? Your main challenge may well be the focus response if you want close up action shots. For general stuff try the grandstand opposite the new pits, the roof of the new pits complex lookig down on the pit lane and primary paddock areas. There are some photography holes in the fencing on the outside of the track at the 'bus stop' esses. Not too bad for distance. Likewise if you take a wander (it's a fair way though - take survival gear) up towards Pouhon (Double Gauche on the offical maps) and continue up the hill to the un-named left hander after Bruxelles. You should find some photography holes in the fencing up there as well. The area around Raidillon has a few holes too but you are some way from the track unless panning at speed and that might be tricky with a bridge camera - depends on what it is. However you can get some scenic shots of the old start/finish straight across the valley. Some of the slopes are quite steep. Allow extra time to cover the distances unless you very fit. Spa makes Silverstone look compact. On the other hand it is far more scenic. The La Source wall is indeed very popular. Media accreditation required these days for the most part. It tends to get busy and of course 'the shot' is well documented. It might be tricky to get a good version with a bridge camera - not sure, Again the particular camera would dictate the options. |
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Spa 6 Hour…I have a Hotel room available from 21st 4 nights Hostellerie Le Roannay
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Grant, your guide to the circuit is much appreciated. My camera has an 18X Optical Zoom - hopefully I can take a few reasonable shots from the locations you mention & there will be opportunities in the pit lane. I'll venture to the furthest points of the cicuit if the weather is reasonable... |
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In case you haven't seen it here is a link to a useful map. Great opportunities in the Pits (both old and new) especially during qualifying and racing for the 6 hours. Bear in mind that the track runs around a valley with significant changes of elevation. Some are greater than you might imagine from watching the telly! The path from the tunnel under the track at Eau Rouge up to the Kemmel Straight is VERY steep. Not something to be attempted if you are in a hurry to get to an elected viewing point. The Paddock>Double Gauche>Les Combes>Kemmel>Raidillon>Paddock tour is worth doing. Either direction but see above. There is an interesting opportunity to stand close to the edge of the track but behins a fience between Paul Frere and Blanchimont. It's a fast section and quite impressive BUT not really a spectator spot as you have to use a narrow path alongside the Kart track and it's a dead end only accessible from the Blanchimont Entrance side. (Unless you are prepared to climb tall fences). The section from Double Gauche around to Paul Frere is not especially attractive (lots of fences, often doubled) or accessible. If doing a 'full circuit I would be tempted not to bother with that part again or at least cut back to the tunnel under the track near Blanchimont once you reach Fagnes. Maybe skip Fagnes anyway and go straight to the tunnel from Double Gauche (Pouhon). The paths are slightly indirect but still shorter than going to Fagnes I think. Take something for wet weather. The forecast looks OK apparently but even so it is probably wise to have some sort of rain proof covering 'cos Spa can be very wet when it is wet even if the shower is brief. If you have the opportunity you can also drive (or cycle or walk but it is several kilometers) the parts of the old circuit that are now only used as public roads. delta kindly provided me with a guided tour last year. It has not changed much and many sections are identifiable when comparing to old photos and YouTube videos. Quite how people managed the speeds they did and sometimes survived is difficult to comprehend. If you go to www.scene-from-above.com and then, from the menu on the left, head for 'Direct Access Galleries' there are 2 selections from last year's event, Friday and Saturday. (Note to self - must get around to doing Sunday ...) Click on the thumbnails to see larger versions of the images. Finally, when the 6 hours is on be sure to visit the petrol station for a few minutes of entertainment as the cars re-fuel. |
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It'll be a wet weekend then.
Checked in for tonight's flight. 10:30am ferry from Dover on Wednesday. Should be at the circuit around four pm Wednesday afternoon. |
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I'll guess I'll be seeing most of you gents this weekend. Just walking around this year doing nothing, so no waving of tea mugs trackside.
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I am thinking of going to watch/spanner/help/drink, not sure yet.
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19 Sep 2011, 16:59 (Ref:2958130) | #147 | ||
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I'm going to be in Calais for the afternoon Saturday it's going to be s-o-o hard not to point the ZS's nose down to Spa, but I've got a work commitment Sunday
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I'm in Barrys race in my XJS with Mike, so looking forward to a relaxed weekend this year as not doing the main event for the first time for ages.
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