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jstines · Sep 29th, 2003, 04:26 PM

Many people who attended the driving school and many who missed our recent driving school have been asking, "When is the next event?".

I want to get some feedback from you about the possibility of a February driving school in Kershaw, SC. I realize some of you from the frozen north must think I've lost my mind, but the average temp in Kershaw, SC in February is in the 50's. If we get lucky, we could have a 60+ degree day. That's why they call us the South.

It should make for a very comfortable driving day, and those with superchargers will appreciate the cooler, denser air.

I spoke with Mike Renner, our lead driving instructor, yesterday. He stated that the track time on weekends gets booked very early and all of the weekends were booked for early spring. There was one weekend in May, but it's on Mother's Day, so that won't work.

The track at Kershaw is much bigger--over 2 miles long. You can see the track here:
http://www.carolinamotorsportspark.com

The surrounding amenities are a little more sparse, but the track will be more of a challenge and it will provide for more track time. One of the most requested changes for another driving school was more one-on-one time with instructors in the car. For a small increase in the price of the school, we can add two to three more instructors.

I really need some feedback, so that I can let Mike know, and so we can book the track before this slot is lost. Talk to me.

See ya,
John Stines
Treasurer, M2C2.Org

jstines · Sep 29th, 2003, 04:34 PM

The MINI Motoring Club of the Carolinas just completed a fantastic driving school at Lowes Motor Speedway outside of Charlotte, NC. We had close to 50 MINIs attend. We are contemplating a February driving school in Kershaw, SC (avg temps in the 50's), but we need your feedback.

Please see the post below:
http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...377#post528377

Thanks,
John Stines
Treasurer, M2C2.Org

TX MINI · Sep 29th, 2003, 04:53 PM

I'm in the metropolitan Washington DC area so it's a bit of a hike. However, I was disappointed that I wasn't able to make the Lowe's event last week and am interested in honing my driving skills. So, that said, I'm interested.

paddy · Sep 30th, 2003, 01:09 AM

put a check by my name. It is only 8 hours from Olney, MD.

MiniTiger · Sep 30th, 2003, 02:36 AM

Count me in!!! February sounds great.

I agree on the additional instructors. I missed the opportunity to get some one on one time in the final runs.

paddy · Oct 1st, 2003, 12:57 AM

I also agree with MiniTiger. More one-on-one instructor time would be great. I don't see that an additional charge would be out of line, as long as the class size remains the same.

Also, ask AprilWhime to combine the two threads that you have going. It will be easier to follow.

paddy

VAmini · Oct 1st, 2003, 02:50 AM

I could easily be convinced to come out to this! That track looks awesome! I'll just third the motion for more one-on-one instructor time...

AprilWhine · Oct 1st, 2003, 08:53 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by paddy

I also agree with MiniTiger. More one-on-one instructor time would be great. I don't see that an additional charge would be out of line, as long as the class size remains the same.

Also, ask AprilWhime to combine the two threads that you have going. It will be easier to follow.

paddy

I'll do that Paddy.

Jstines, it's much easier for people to follow if all the info is in one thread. If you would like a redirect in another forum, just let me or MININC know. Always happy to help!

jstines · Oct 1st, 2003, 03:43 PM

Thanks, Aprilwhine. I've sent you a PM.

See ya,
JS

miniyao · Oct 2nd, 2003, 01:02 PM

Hi all, it's me Kathleen from New York. Went to the Lowe's Speedway meet. Had an awsome time. Would love to go to the S.C. one if possible. Lemme know!

p.s. Buying my Mini in Feb of '04 cant wait!!!

MINIMiller · Oct 4th, 2003, 01:11 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by miniyao

Hi all, it's me Kathleen from New York. Went to the Lowe's Speedway meet. Had an awsome time. Would love to go to the S.C. one if possible. Lemme know!

p.s. Buying my Mini in Feb of '04 cant wait!!!

Kathleen - If you buy your own MINI, will your father still come to the event? I enjoyed talking with him

MINIMiller · Oct 4th, 2003, 01:12 PM

And by the way. If Paddy is going then so am I. Any excuse to see him in a head sock again

Miklukha · Oct 4th, 2003, 02:56 PM

Missed the Lowes event, February sounds good!

miniyao · Oct 4th, 2003, 08:24 PM

hey miniMiller,

absolutely, i'll make him drive his own mini. he can't wait until i get my own too.... ha ha

moorlockx · Oct 4th, 2003, 10:36 PM

Pencil me in for this, too. It's been debatable, but it's too tempting to pass on.

John, any idea when you might be able to give us a heads up as to which weekend and cost?

paddy · Oct 4th, 2003, 11:14 PM

RED HEAD SOCKS FOR ALL ! ! ! ! !

S2000&CooperS · Oct 6th, 2003, 01:42 AM

Kathleen, that's awesome you're getting an '04 MINI!! I enjoyed chatting with you and your father in Charlotte

.

I felt I had very little instruction at the Sept event, so I agree more one-on-one time with an instructor would be great.

- Mike

Daktaklakpak · Oct 6th, 2003, 08:40 PM

I've been to CMP twice now and it's a very fun track. This one part of the track they call the kink can be unerving the first time you go through but after that you will find your self going faster and faster through it. Count me in for the event.

jstines · Oct 6th, 2003, 09:20 PM

FYI:

I'm going to be out of town for the next two weeks, so I will not be able to respond to mail...or my responses may be very delayed.
Keep the comments coming.

Thanks,
John Stines
Treasurer, M2C2.Org

MINIMENC · Oct 9th, 2003, 01:00 AM

J,

Count me in as well. Maybe I can totally scrub any last vestige of tread off of my tires this time!

G

Sep 29th, 2003, 04:26 PM	#1
jstines MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Cramerton, NC Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 242 Offline	M2C2.Org Feb Driving School Many people who attended the driving school and many who missed our recent driving school have been asking, "When is the next event?". I want to get some feedback from you about the possibility of a February driving school in Kershaw, SC. I realize some of you from the frozen north must think I've lost my mind, but the average temp in Kershaw, SC in February is in the 50's. If we get lucky, we could have a 60+ degree day. That's why they call us the South. It should make for a very comfortable driving day, and those with superchargers will appreciate the cooler, denser air. I spoke with Mike Renner, our lead driving instructor, yesterday. He stated that the track time on weekends gets booked very early and all of the weekends were booked for early spring. There was one weekend in May, but it's on Mother's Day, so that won't work. The track at Kershaw is much bigger--over 2 miles long. You can see the track here: http://www.carolinamotorsportspark.com The surrounding amenities are a little more sparse, but the track will be more of a challenge and it will provide for more track time. One of the most requested changes for another driving school was more one-on-one time with instructors in the car. For a small increase in the price of the school, we can add two to three more instructors. I really need some feedback, so that I can let Mike know, and so we can book the track before this slot is lost. Talk to me. See ya, John Stines Treasurer, M2C2.Org

Sep 29th, 2003, 04:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
jstines MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Cramerton, NC Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 242 Offline	M2C2 February Driving School The MINI Motoring Club of the Carolinas just completed a fantastic driving school at Lowes Motor Speedway outside of Charlotte, NC. We had close to 50 MINIs attend. We are contemplating a February driving school in Kershaw, SC (avg temps in the 50's), but we need your feedback. Please see the post below: http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthrea...377#post528377 Thanks, John Stines Treasurer, M2C2.Org

Sep 30th, 2003, 01:09 AM	#4 (permalink)
paddy Anyone seen MP lately??? Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Olney, MD Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 1,126 Offline	John, put a check by my name. It is only 8 hours from Olney, MD. "We will not tire, we will not falter, and we will not fail..." -- President George W. Bush - Sept. 20, 2001

Sep 30th, 2003, 02:36 AM	#5 (permalink)
MiniTiger MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Apex, NC Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 197 Offline	Count me in!!! February sounds great. I agree on the additional instructors. I missed the opportunity to get some one on one time in the final runs. '03 LY/B MCS

Oct 1st, 2003, 12:57 AM	#6 (permalink)
paddy Anyone seen MP lately??? Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Olney, MD Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 1,126 Offline	John, I also agree with MiniTiger. More one-on-one instructor time would be great. I don't see that an additional charge would be out of line, as long as the class size remains the same. Also, ask AprilWhime to combine the two threads that you have going. It will be easier to follow. paddy "We will not tire, we will not falter, and we will not fail..." -- President George W. Bush - Sept. 20, 2001

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Sep 29th, 2003, 04:53 PM	#3 (permalink)
TX MINI MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Maryland Suburbs of Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 13 Offline	I'm in the metropolitan Washington DC area so it's a bit of a hike. However, I was disappointed that I wasn't able to make the Lowe's event last week and am interested in honing my driving skills. So, that said, I'm interested.

Oct 1st, 2003, 02:50 AM	#7 (permalink)
VAmini MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: virginia Local Time: 09:34 AM Posts: 120 Offline	I could easily be convinced to come out to this! That track looks awesome! I'll just third the motion for more one-on-one instructor time... '03 Cooper PS/B with sport, premium packages, xenons, CVT, red leather interior

Oct 1st, 2003, 08:53 AM	#8 (permalink)
AprilWhine Loves the Fuzzy One Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Black Hills S Dakota Local Time: 08:34 AM Posts: 16,728 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by paddy I also agree with MiniTiger. More one-on-one instructor time would be great. I don't see that an additional charge would be out of line, as long as the class size remains the same. Also, ask AprilWhime to combine the two threads that you have going. It will be easier to follow. paddy I'll do that Paddy. Jstines, it's much easier for people to follow if all the info is in one thread. If you would like a redirect in another forum, just let me or MININC know. Always happy to help! Global Moderator

Oct 1st, 2003, 03:43 PM	#9 (permalink)
jstines MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Cramerton, NC Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 242 Offline	Thanks, Aprilwhine. I've sent you a PM. See ya, JS

Oct 2nd, 2003, 01:02 PM	#10 (permalink)
miniyao MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Flushing, New York Local Time: 09:34 AM Posts: 4 Offline	Hi all, it's me Kathleen from New York. Went to the Lowe's Speedway meet. Had an awsome time. Would love to go to the S.C. one if possible. Lemme know! p.s. Buying my Mini in Feb of '04 cant wait!!!

Oct 4th, 2003, 01:11 PM	#11 (permalink)
MINIMiller Sham's apprentice Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Virginia Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 741 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by miniyao Hi all, it's me Kathleen from New York. Went to the Lowe's Speedway meet. Had an awsome time. Would love to go to the S.C. one if possible. Lemme know! p.s. Buying my Mini in Feb of '04 cant wait!!! Kathleen - If you buy your own MINI, will your father still come to the event? I enjoyed talking with him Picked up 12 July 2002. 69,000 rev happy miles Autocrossing in G Stock this year!!!

Oct 4th, 2003, 01:12 PM	#12 (permalink)
MINIMiller Sham's apprentice Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Virginia Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 741 Offline	And by the way. If Paddy is going then so am I. Any excuse to see him in a head sock again Picked up 12 July 2002. 69,000 rev happy miles Autocrossing in G Stock this year!!!

Oct 4th, 2003, 02:56 PM	#13 (permalink)
Miklukha MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Cary, NC Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 7 Offline	Missed the Lowes event, February sounds good!

Oct 4th, 2003, 08:24 PM	#14 (permalink)
miniyao MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Flushing, New York Local Time: 09:34 AM Posts: 4 Offline	hey miniMiller, absolutely, i'll make him drive his own mini. he can't wait until i get my own too.... ha ha

Oct 4th, 2003, 10:36 PM	#15 (permalink)
moorlockx MINI2 Master Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Fayetteville, NC, US Local Time: 09:34 AM Posts: 893 Offline	Pencil me in for this, too. It's been debatable, but it's too tempting to pass on. John, any idea when you might be able to give us a heads up as to which weekend and cost? -- '03 S B/W

Oct 4th, 2003, 11:14 PM	#16 (permalink)
paddy Anyone seen MP lately??? Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Olney, MD Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 1,126 Offline	RED HEAD SOCKS FOR ALL ! ! ! ! ! "We will not tire, we will not falter, and we will not fail..." -- President George W. Bush - Sept. 20, 2001

Oct 6th, 2003, 01:42 AM	#17 (permalink)
S2000&CooperS MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Glen Allen, VA USA Local Time: 02:34 PM Posts: 956 Offline	Kathleen, that's awesome you're getting an '04 MINI!! I enjoyed chatting with you and your father in Charlotte . I felt I had very little instruction at the Sept event, so I agree more one-on-one time with an instructor would be great. - Mike 08 Smart ForTwo Passion Silver/Black/Red (Going on Ebay!) 07 Honda Accord V6 6-speed Taffeta White/Tan (wife's) 06 MINI Cooper S JCW Checkmate Astro Black/Silver

Oct 6th, 2003, 08:40 PM	#18 (permalink)
Daktaklakpak VIdeo Game Master Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Greenville, SC Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 44 Offline	I've been to CMP twice now and it's a very fun track. This one part of the track they call the kink can be unerving the first time you go through but after that you will find your self going faster and faster through it. Count me in for the event. 03 LY/B MCS

Oct 6th, 2003, 09:20 PM	#19 (permalink)
jstines MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Cramerton, NC Local Time: 10:34 AM Posts: 242 Offline	FYI: I'm going to be out of town for the next two weeks, so I will not be able to respond to mail...or my responses may be very delayed. Keep the comments coming. Thanks, John Stines Treasurer, M2C2.Org

Oct 9th, 2003, 01:00 AM	#20 (permalink)
MINIMENC MINI2 Regular Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Cary, NC Local Time: 09:34 AM Posts: 220 Offline	J, Count me in as well. Maybe I can totally scrub any last vestige of tread off of my tires this time! G

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