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GVC Spring Fling Advanced Lapping #115


GVC Spring Fling Advanced Lapping #115

BMW CCA - Genesee Valley Chapter

Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Watkins Glen International, Watkins Glen, NY

Registration closed May 16, 2023 6:59 PM at 2023-05-16T15:59:00-0700 Registration ends May 16, 2023 6:59 PM at 2023-05-16T15:59:00-0700 Registration opens February 12, 2023 5:00 AM at 2023-02-12T02:00:00-0800 Registration runs from February 12, 2023 5:00 AM to May 16, 2023 6:59 PM


GVC Advanced Lapping Spring Fling

  • Lapping for instructors and solo-qualified drivers

GVC Ultimate Driving School #115
Watkins Glen International

Ready to get back to the Track for the 2023 season?

Looking for quality track time?  Perhaps something extra?  

This Advanced Lapping is the first of three GVC HPDE's for 2023.  This event combines lapping with abundant open-track time for instructors, solo-level drivers and approved advanced drivers along with optional advanced data coaching available at the track.

Excellent coaching!! and Advanced Data Coaching is available.

Event Features

  • 1 day Open-lapping for Solo (GVC Group S or equivalent, SLIP* L4 and up), instructors, and approved Advanced (Group 2, L3-4) students.
  • Items of note:
    • All standard BMW CCA HPDE safety protocols and passing rules will be in effect.   
    • Instruction/coaching is available by special arrangement for open-lapping drivers new to the Glen or otherwise in need a bit of help. 
    • If you are unsure whether you qualify for open-track, please contact the Registrar or a GVC Chief Instructor.
  • Advanced Data Coaching is available to all open lappers who are interested in taking the next leap in driving skill development. A highly-qualified Data Coach will work with you to utilize data from your vehicle to reveal opportunities for improving your driving technique. In addition to personal 1-on-1 coaching, we have a limited number of AiM Solo 2 data loggers to use for the weekend at no extra charge. We are confident that you will see track performance gains that will rival modifications to your car costing thousands of dollars by improving the most important component in your car - you!

Event Format:  Wednesday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Track Schedule will be sent out to all attendees prior to the event

Open Lapping:  If you are not an instructor, a member of GVC Group S or other recognized solo group, or have not run with GVC and previously been approved for open lapping, but think that is the group for you, please provide your driving resume to the Registrar or GVC Chief Instructor for approval ASAP after you have registered. 

Registration and Fees:  

  • BMW CCA Members:  GVC chapter members are afforded highest priority for slots at our events, followed by BMW CCA members from other chapters.  Non-members are charged an additional $100 above member fees. GVC will apply $58 of the non-member fee pay for a one-year new (or renewed) membership in BMW CCA.  Join the club today to avoid the $100 non-member surcharge!          http://bmwcca.org/index.php?pageid=new_member
  • Registration after the deadline is only possible by special arrangement, and only if there are still slots available (call or email the Registrar: registrar@gvc-bmwcca.org).  
     
  • Fees (BMW CCA members; Non-members add $100)
    • All Lappers (Advanced, Instructor, etc): $375 
  • Garage Bays:  
    • All lappers FREE ***included in registration fee

Cancelations:

  • Fees may be refunded or credited toward a future GVC Driving School only if cancelation occurs prior to  30 days before the event.
  • No refund or credit after the 30 day deadline unless we can fill your run group slot with another driver.

Accommodations

The host hotel is the historic Seneca Lodge (http://www.senecalodge.com/) located at the upper entrance to beautiful Watkins Glen State Park off NY 329.  The Lodge is famous for its food and racing heritage.  The bar is notable for its collection of over 60 years of racing memorabliia, as well as an extensive selection of fine beverages.  Another favorite place to stay very close to the track is the Falls Motel in nearby Montour Falls.  http://www.thefallsmotel.com.  These lodgings fill quickly, so make reservations early

Many other accommodations are available in Watkins Glen, from cozy bed-and-breakfasts to the luxurious Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel.  

Camping at the track:  Not available.  

Off-site camping:  Available at nearby Watkins Glen State Park and other private campgrounds.

For more information, please consult our website: http://gvc-bmwcca.org/Info_About_Watkins_Glen