Reply to "RENO FERNLEY ADVICE NEEDED"

The 4.2 course is HUGE. It takes about 1/2 day just to remember all of the turns and how to enter/exit. 23 turns can be a lot to recall. This said it is a blast as it keeps you on your toes. And as Julian said, keeps traffic spread out.

The course is also tough on tires. It will chew them up. The backside has some rough areas that were surface ground down but still it takes its toll.

I was a newbie to the course. I took 2 or 3 instructed runs with another driver who helped with the course. After that, I felt OK in learning on my own.

I think due to the lack of active traffic and aggressive passing, it is more comfortable for new drivers. The longer course provided more room and opportunities to cleanly pass a slower driver. Julian's reference to a chicane(the slide on the map)...the note: do not set it up like a chicane, you will spin like a top. Last count, two Pantera's down on that little slice of life. I lost count on the Mustang's who also bit a piece of the corner.

The facility is not as remote as the LV track. Plus Summit Racing is right here in Reno for quick stop to purchase parts that break. But as Julian learned, it is still far enough away that a motor with a rod knock, only gets worst trying to drive home:>

I would expect the longer course requires more track workers and logistics. My vote would be longer if possible.

Track Masters, who I ran with, had a good setup. Good pre-racing briefing. As well as post heat re-cap and safety review. Plus they had “instructors” on hand to ride with the juniors. Their instruction was good, and for a new driver to the course, I felt comfortable.

I cannot comment on the Reno Fernley staff, but I hope to attend one of their training courses over the winter/spring.