NASA FL at
SEBRING INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
Saturday & Sunday
October 2-3, 2010
Full 3.7 mile "12 hr" course

This event includes:
*HPDE 1,2,3,4, NASA-TT (Time Trial) & Sprint races for licensed NASA racers & Spec Miata Challenge presented by 5X racing!
*Updates:
*Registration is closed. 
*NEW...Friday access to the paddock starts 5 PM and gate guard remains on station for entry 24 hrs a day thru Sunday 7 PM.
Overnight RV camping is permitted in the paddock...see details below.

* VIEW Schedule>> SATURDAY October 2
* VIEW Schedule>> SUNDAY October 3
* VIEW Event Entry list (as of WED 9/29 noon) with car number assignments.  (Final posting) 
* VIEW Time Trial Entry list (as of Wed 9/29 noon)  Final posting before event
* VIEW RACE entry list (as of Wed 9/29 6PM) Final posting before event
 
Sebring Event format: Track time runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a break for lunch.  HPDE 1 & HPDE 2 share the same track sessions.  HPDE 4 and TT competitors share the same "unrestricted" passing track sessions unless noted otherwise.  HPDE & TT participants receive 4 track sessions per day...25 min ea. Race entry includes warmup/qualify and sprint race each day.     

*Trackside Support: 
 Tires Performance Tread..allow min four days for Hoosier & Toyo orders & 10 days for shaved Toyos
 Photos..John Hendrick www.hendricksportsphoto.com 

SEBRING EVENT INFORMATION:
1) Our host hotel for this event: 
Four Points Sheraton, 1500 Midway Drive (Trackside)
Call 863-655-6252.   Ask for Performance Drivers Club/NASA rates:
Standard room starting at $95+tax/night
Call for rates on Trackview rooms.
72 hr notice required for cancellation & early departure fee applies.
NEW!!!  Overnight RV camping within the paddock is allowed Friday and Saturday nights. RV's must be self contained. Questions on RV camping locations and availablity of electrical hookups in the paddock should be directed to the Sebring front office at (800) 626-RACE (toll free).  

2) Directions to the track: Google Maps
Sebring International Raceway is located in central Florida less than 2 hours from Tampa, Orlando & West Palm Beach. Track is located off Highway 98, two miles east of US 27, adjacent to the Sebring Regional Airport. 

3) Infield Paddock Access & overnight RV camping 
Admittance to the infield paddock starts Friday at 5 PM.  Paddock gate guard station will be staffed from 5 PM on Friday 24 hrs/day thru Sunday 7 PM. 

Important!  The track road course is closed to everyone for any reason other than the days and hours of track session event operation as posted on the event schedule and is otherwise considered trespassing. Quiet hours: No loud car engine noise in the paddock between 9 PM and 6 AM.   Paddock speed limit is 10 MPH at all times..even during hours of non-event activities. Driver registered in the event is responsible for the actions of his/her crew and anyone accompanying them in the paddock. Secure all valuables left in the paddock overnight. There is NOT a security guard patroling the paddock. Inappropriate conduct by anyone in the paddock during the overnight hours should be reported to the gate guard who will contact the local police.  See additional paddock safety rules below (item #5)

4) Paddock Parking & Pit lane Garage stalls: 
Tow-rigs and trailers are to be unloaded in the paddock area behind the pit structure. Unloading trailers on the track side of the pit structure is in violation of Sebring safety & fire lane rules....we need your cooperation or we risk losing Friday evening access to the paddock.  

Pit lane garage spaces are open ONLY to cars registered in the event and are available first come, first serve while they last. REMINDER: A garage stall is NOT included with an event entry.  There is plenty of open parking in the grassy paddock and paved paddock adjacent to the back straight.  Bring what you need to store & protect personal belongings. Be prepared in the case of rain or windy conditions. Event runs rain or shine. 

5) Important Paddock Safety Rules:
Maximum vehicle speed in paddock is 10 mph.  Use caution when re-entering the paddock after track sessions. (Parents NOTE!) As per NASA insurance rules..No one without a valid state driver license may operate ANY mode of transportation in the paddock. Skate boards, razors, all scooters without a seat (motoroized or non-motorized) are not permitted in these areas by ANYONE. No alcoholic beverages allowed to be consumed by anyone on the track premises until track activities are concluded for the day. Minors must be under the supervision of an adult at all times.  NO PETS. Dispose of litter in trash cans.  Secure all valuables. NASA, PCD Inc and SIR will not be held responsible for lost or stolen items at the track.

6) Track Clothing:
Crew members going beyond pit wall are required to wear long pants and enclosed shoes. HPDE drivers or anyone riding as a passenger must wear a Snell 1995 (SA or M) or newer helmet, a sleeved (non-synthetic, preferably cotton) shirt, long pants in a natural fiber, and enclosed leather or natural fiber shoes. RACERS are required to upgrade clothing standards to those required as per current NASA CCR including Snell SA helmet years 2000 (or newer), flame resistant driver suit, driver shoes, socks & gloves. 

7) Fuel:
On site track services provide racing fuel. We recommend that you do NOT rely solely on this source for your fueling needs. Arrive with a full tank.  Reminder...If you run out of gas while on track, your day is over! 

8) Food:
All meals are on your own.  The food concession located in the paddock will be open for breakfast and lunch time service and will close approx 2:00 PM ea day. Bring your own cooler with WATER and what you need for rest of the day.

9) Crew, guests & family members:
Check-in and sign track waiver at guard station near the entrance. Driver entered in the event will be held responsible for the actions and conduct of their crew members and guests, and will be held liable for any damages caused by their crew members or guests.  Minors must be under the supervision of an adult at all times. Sebring track policy: No one under age 18 (other than a registered driver) is allowed on the hot pit side of the pit structure including the garage stall areas.

10) Track Damages/REPAIR /REPLACEMENT  &  CLEANUP:
Damages that occur within SIR premises, whether on the road course or on SIR property, which require clean up, repair or replacement become the financial responsibility of the driver  causing the damage.  Damages can include replacement or repair of items such as tire packs, armco, railings, fencing, soft walls, concrete barrier blocks etc. and cleanups that require bags of oil dry.  Note: Track damages that require schedule delays and long track cleanups occur rarely, but incidents of this type CAN happen.  Know your limits and drive appropriately for current track conditions to help us avoid this situation.

11) Passenger registration:
(HPDE 2 & HPDE 3 solo drivers) will occur on the day of the event starting 7:30 AM. PLEASE register all passengers by 11 AM. Age 18 & older. Snell 95 or newer helmet & proper clothing for the course required. Sorry..loaner helmets are not available. Passenger will obtain Wrist Band for admittance to the course after signing release and paying a $30 registration fee. NASA holds the driver solely responsible for the safety of their passenger.  Improper conduct while driving with a passenger will result in the loss of passenger priviledges.

12) NASA Cancellation Policies:
HPDE: Refund less $30 processing fee, with at least 1 week notice in advance of the event, otherwise no refund or credit.  NO exceptions. (No partial credit due to mechanical failure on site..please prepare your car carefully.) Last day cancellations will be accepted is Saturday Oct 25.
RACE GROUPS: Refund less $30 procesing fee provided that you registered at least 12 days in advance of the event and you notify NASA FL within 5 days following the missed event.  No partial refund/credit allowed for mechanical failure or other any other reason.  Once the car goes on track all fees are non-refundable. 

Attn: REGISTERED DRIVERS!

1. An immediate e-mail purchase receipt response will be received from NASA systems after completing your online registration. 
2. Further event confirmation will be sent by E-Mail including the forms needed to bring to the event
3. To avoid delays at the track, contact us no later than 3 days in advance of the event if you need to make last minute changes to you car information, car number or run group.
4  Check this page for last minute news and updates before leaving for the event.
5. See NASA "Cancellation policies" for HPDE and racers above (item 12).  

More info on the 3 programs offered at this event:

1) HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVING EVENT: GROUPS (HPDE 1-4):
Driver education program with group advancement by evaluation of driving abilities and knowledge of NASA rules @ current CCR. "First time participants with NASA FL" registrating for any HPDE group other than HPDE 1 please E-mail Barbara@drivenasa.com with prior track experience/list other DE clubs/schools attended, # track days as a solo driver & FL tracks driven for assistance in HPDE group placement.  Thank you!
Click here for detailed info on HPDE group placement guidelines

2) NASA-TT GROUP:  NASA Time Trial serves as the bridge between HPDE and Wheel to Wheel racing for H4 level drivers in an unrestricted passing environment.  Participants compete for series points and prizes for best lap time in their TT car class.   AMB timing transponder required.  TT license required. New TT participants may be required to complete a min # of track days in HPDE 4 for evaluation and approval of TT Director.

3) Competition NASA RACE GROUP:  Current NASA competition license and fully prepared race car with rollcage and safety equipment as per NASA CCR required to participate.  AMB Transponder required for timing.  Regional race points series.  Trophies/awards for SAT's "feature race" presented in podium ceremony as part of Sat's 5 PM social. 

Questions?
Barbara Nix at 239-549-3876 office (9AM-4PM) or email barbara@drivenasa.com

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See you soon at Sebring.