Julie Hall - WSCC AO Representative Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 The inevitable has happened, Julie has done her first trackday. I have been round Blyton 2 years ago as a passenger with Jamie Morrow thanks to Russ and the Westfield Factory, that was interesting! Ever since I have wanted to have a go myself, but not had the confidence or car to do it. Then Trevturtle came into my life and changed that. Yesterday we did a few laps, did a bit of 'Over to the right' 'Head for the blue cone' Turn NOW' and blooming heck all this available tarmac appeared! We had loads of fun, no cyclists, speed cameras or tractors to worry about, I was pleased to do over 100mph on the back straight. Trevor even let me loose on my own to practice, no fat lad and it goes much faster . Then Trevor (not me, phew) snapped the throttle cable, and amazingly had a spare, so it as on with the show, hooray. It's not my muscles that hurt today, I have a strange aching in the bones of my arms and legs, is that normal? or am I just a wuss? Track time is amazing, it is like nothing else you do, thank you is a really puny word, what can I say, Trevor, er thank you very much. There are not many pictures because I am entering them for the calendar. Have you entered yours yet? Come on do it in your dinner hour, it only takes a minute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Everall Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 So why don't you try speed series next year .......you will get the bug!!!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Hall - WSCC AO Representative Posted October 1, 2015 Author Share Posted October 1, 2015 Oh I have got the bug, just not got the bank balance. What fun you guys have, you are so very, very lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleggy the Spyder Man Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 I always feel like I have done a few rounds in a boxing ring after a track day - these days I generally get to about 3.30 and decide to call it a day - by the time you have loaded the trailer and driven back, unloaded and dropped trailer back at work it makes a bl**** long day of it as well looks like you had great weather - Blyton is tip top for sevens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistonbroke Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 Well done Julie , we all knew you had the talent 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SootySport Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I just have aching wrists after a trackday. Trackdays help rid you of all that aggression (if you had any) and at the end of the day your head is buzzing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Hall - WSCC AO Representative Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 Clark, that's why I was so grateful to Trevor as well. I just drove my Westfield to Blyton (approx 1.5 hours) and met Trevor there. He had all the messing about loading and unloading the trailer. At the end of the day I just jumped back in my Westfiled and drove back home, which is always a pleasure. Oh and thanks, I don't feel so wussy now. Sooty, wrists were fine, it was my long bones that hurt. I am a bit short on aggresion but I am a very determined lass. I was definitely going to hit the ton, sorry Trevor, I don't think I mentioned that beforehand! Blyton is great, I have always thought that. In with the boy racers, no pressure girl, no pressure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onliest Smeg David Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 Well done Julie. So, see you out in yours at next year's WSCC Blyton trackday That last pic looks like rush hour! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Hall - WSCC AO Representative Posted October 3, 2015 Author Share Posted October 3, 2015 Thanks Dave. The WSCC trackday next year? Good idea, do you think I will be OK in my car though? I have a 'pretty' roll bar rather than a 'safe' one. I have 16 inch T1R's (Trevor had 13 inch R888). I have no trailer so will have to drive it home and Glen's car has no tow bar facility. There could be a problem . Let loose on my own, after the rush hour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rory's Dad Posted October 3, 2015 Share Posted October 3, 2015 Thanks Dave. The WSCC trackday next year? Good idea, do you think I will be OK in my car though? I have a 'pretty' roll bar rather than a 'safe' one. I have 16 inch T1R's (Trevor had 13 inch R888). I have no trailer so will have to drive it home and Glen's car has no tow bar facility. There could be a problem . I'd change the roll bar for one from Playskool, your wheels and tyres are fine (for the moment and you can ask Glen to drive you home The Westfield trackday is brilliant and well behaved Glad you enjoyed it - even with the traffic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Hall - WSCC AO Representative Posted October 4, 2015 Author Share Posted October 4, 2015 I need to have serious words with you on Tuesday Mr Van Zee. Just because Glen has offered you a kiss, it doesn't mean you can try and get him a drive in my car . I am worried that I might break it and that I, me, I can't drive it home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onliest Smeg David Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 Lots of people drive their cars to track days Julie. I drove mine to Blyton this year, thrashed it all weekend then drove home with a big smile on me face. And did that for all my track visits the first year I had the car and many the 2nd year, and on T1Rs which although slower are absolutely fine & great fun at a lower speed. In my experience and on the advice of many much more experienced drivers, It's much better to learn how one's Westie handles on slippy tyres before upgrading to stickies. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggydoo Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 And if something unexpected happens, there are lots of friendly chaps who would give you a helping hand Julie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onliest Smeg David Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 And if something unexpected happens, there are lots of friendly chaps who would give you a helping hand Julie. Absolutely, AND there's usually a kindly soul around willing to drive their Westie home while the 'broken' car gets trailered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAFKARM Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 Looks like a cracking day! I'm definelty up for Blyton next time you go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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