Golden Gate Lotus Club Track Days
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GGLC Track Day Rules
Track Day Car Prep
 
GGLC 2024 Track Days

Feb 3 - Streets of Willow
Feb 25 - Laguna Seca
Mar 31 - Sonoma Raceway
May 3 - Thunderhill East
May 11 - Buttonwillow
July 3 - Sonoma Raceway
Sept 24 - Sonoma Raceway
Nov 5 - Laguna Seca
Nov 24 - Big Willow, Willow Springs

The GGLC welcomes all manufacturers at GGLC Track Days, not just Lotus owners. Come out and join us! GGLC Track Days are designed to allow Lotus and sports car enthusiasts enjoy driving in controlled conditions without random traffic and law enforcement. GGLC Track Days are not races, but allow the driver to run at their pace and enjoy the capability of the car.

At a typical GGLC Track Day event drivers will have too much track time, liberal passing rules in the slower group, and unlimited (safe) passing in the faster group.

The basic rules at GGLC Track Days are:

  • Drive within your skill and comfort level.
  • Pass only in designated passing zones. Be courteous and responsible!
  • Drivers are responsible for insuring that their car is safe. Learn about preparing your car: CAR PREP
  • Helmets are required on track and must be Snell SA2010 or SA2015 (see below).
  • Driving suits are not required, but wear cotton clothing that fully covers your arms and legs.
  • Have FUN!

Each of our events has a limited number of spots available for first time track drivers. These spots typically sell-out very quickly. Beginner drivers will be required to take one of our designated coaches as a passenger until they are approved to drive solo. A friend or professional instructor may also serve as your coach, but this must be approved with us beforehand. Emailevents-at-gglotus.org

HELMETS & ON-TRACK APPAREL
Helmets: Drivers and passengers are required to wear a helmet that meets or exceeds a Snell rating of SA2015 or newer. Motorcycle and bicycle helmets do not meet Snell SA requirements for on-track use.

Apparel: Drivers and passengers should wear full length pants and shirts on track, preferrably made of cotton fabric. Closed toe shoes are required, no sandals or flip-flops.

TRACK DAMAGE & CLEAN-UP
The Golden Gate Lotus Club may ask the driver that has a mechanical failure or damages to track property (on or off track) that results in additional costs charged to the GGLC by the track, to either pay the track directly for the costs or reimburse the GGLC.

The GGLC recognizes that unfortunate things happen at the track that are outside of the driver's control. As a result, in the event that the track applies any additional charges to us for any clean-up, damage to track property, etc., we will now consider whether to pass on these additional costs to the responsible driver on a case-by-case basis.

The GGLC prices our events with the intent to break-even and any additional costs we incur come straight out of club funds which ultimately has a bearing on our ability to host these events.

"Thanks for the incredible day, you guys know how to do it right!" BM

"The GGLC track event was an absolute blast. Your events are the best I have attended. Tons of track time, great respectful people and a fair number of good drivers!" BM

"Thanks for putting together a great event today. Loads of fun and more track time than I knew what to do with!!!" BM

Typical GGLC Track Day schedule (will vary by event and track)

  • Gates open at 7:00 AM
  • Mandatory Driver's Meeting 8:15 AM
  • First Group Out at 9:00 AM
  • Morning sessions from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
  • Lunch Break
  • Afternoon sessions from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM

    The GGLC Track Days are not a substitute for high speed driving instruction. For those new to track events and/or have limited experience driving at high speeds on track the GGLC usually has a limited number of spots. These spots are with a coach and will help those with limited or no track experience to become aclimated with on-track driving rules and technique. Contact the GGLC Track Day chairman to reserve one of these spots - email events@gglotus.org

    As an alternative GGLC suggests you consider gaining knowledge and track experience at any one of the many instructional track events or at a driving/racing school such as:

    Questions can be directed to events-at-gglotus.org

    GGLC Track Day - Sunday, February 25, 2024 - WeatherTech Raceway at Laguna Seca

    Come join the Golden Gate Lotus Club for this open track event at Laguna Seca Raceway on Sunday Feb 25.

    Registration is open!

    You do not need to own a Lotus to attend this event.

    Entry fee is $260 for members and $280 for non-members.

    This is a 92dB event.

    We are running this event as guests of LightSpeed as they have rented the track for the day and sold us 2 run groups. Each of our groups will get five 20 minute sessions. This price will likely increase as we get closer to the event.

    We are only running 2 groups, one with open passing, and one with pointbys required in the turns and short straights and open passing on the long straights.

    Cancelations with full refund are allowed before February 11

    SOUND RESTRICTION - 92db
    Laguna Seca enforces a strict sound limit of 92db. Elise & Exige owners note that most aftermarket exhaust systems may not meet the 92db level. DO NOT COUNT ON LIFTING AT THE SOUND CHECK!

    This event will run rain or shine. There will be no money back cancellations. If you need to cancel before February 22nd and we can fill your spot, then we will offer you a rain check for a future event.

    Open top cars must have a roll bar. Factory installed roll bars are okay. Open wheeled cars will be allowed in the Advanced Group.

    We will not conduct a tech inspection on your car. You are solely responsible for the safety of your car.

    There will be no formal instruction offered at this event. You are always encouraged to ask more experienced drivers for help, advice or ride-a-longs. This is NOT a driving school and it’s up to the individual drivers to request assistance.

    Click the button at the bottom of the page to register via MotorsportReg.com

    We will close registration will the groups are full. We suggest that you enter early to insure a spot. This event will almost certainly sell-out.

    Questions can be directed to events-at-gglotus.org

    ENTER A GGLC TRACK DAY

    On-line registration system!
    The GGLC is using MotorsportReg.com for on-line registration. First register with MotorsportReg.com (no-cost procedure) and then register for the track day (you can pay using your credit card). When you click on the button below you be taken to the MotorsportReg.com registration page. Continue to the bottom of the page and click on the Registration button.

    GGLC MEMBERS: When you initially register with MotorsportReg.com you be asked to "Enter your membership number for the Golden Gate Lotus Club or N/A". Type in "N/A" in that field.

    CLICK TO ENTER