Katech_Zach

Katech Track Attack 2014 is ON! Join Katech, as well as pro drivers Andy Pilgrim and Johnny O'Connell, July 21-22 at Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, IL for two fun-filled days of high performance driving, great food, and old friends. Bring any car you want, and don't forget to invite your friends. Space is limited and registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis so register today!

Event homepage with registration:
http://events.constantcontact.com/re...sswj54a4f117d8

Katech_Zach

Hotel group code: KAT
Hotel rate: $99/night (includes breakfast)
Reservation cutoff date: 6/29/14
815-729-2000

TKOGTO

856 miles / 12 hours and 48 minutes, non-stop, 1 way from CT - bummer. Read great things about prior events here and Grassroots mag. Might have to wait until retirement.

Katech_Zach

Some of our Track Attack regulars:
Ventura, CA - 2037mi
Kent, WA - 2083mi
Albequerque, NM - 1297mi
Montreal, QC - 856mi
Sugarland, TX - 1067mi


Just signed up:
El Prado, NM - 1214mi

autoxer6

It's worth it! Bring a friend, split the drive time. I bring my Dad.

I'll be there this year for my 3rd trip. I will never forget the look in Andy Pilgrim's eyes when he was talking about racing at night in the rain during the 24 Hr of Le Mans. He kept asking the team when he was done with his stint because he could barely see at 180 MPH and was terrified. The team kept telling him to say out, he was doing great, and was 30 sec a lap faster than everyone else in the class. He eyes showed true fear just retelling the story. Epic

Also cool to have Andy and Johnny drive my car so I had some understanding of how I compare.

Chris Shay

Poor-sha

Definitely worth the drive. It's 10 hours for me without stops, closer to 12 with stops and last year was the only year I've ever missed.

Katech_Zach

If you are planning on attending make sure to get your registrations in as soon as possible because we have to make commitments based on participation. This event will be here before you know it.

wkidvette

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FRC Z51

I don't want it's to come off the wrong way but is it really $950 for two days at Autobahn?!

morris

Its not just the track time which is a lot, in fact I don't think I have ever used all the track time available, out of sheer fatigue. But you have to include the expert mechanical support, excellent meals, instructors, party and receptions. This is the only event that my wife goes to with me, it is that good. So to answer your unstated question it is definitely worth it.

Katech_Zach

It's more than just track time. It's like an all-inclusive track vacation for two days. It includes great meals, access to our technicians, instructors, and pro drivers. People who have never been always question the price, and those that have gone tell me that we're not charging enough. We lose money every year doing it. It's a marketing expense for us.

JDIllon

As mentioned before, this is a great event! Where else can you get to spend casual time and instruction from drivers like Johnny O'connell and Andy Pilgrim for 2 days. This event offers a lot of things that other HPDE's don't. The mechanical help and the meals and party at Mike's garage are just a few of them. Come and join the FUN!!!! Jim Dillon

Larry Myers

with all the above. If you do but one event a year, this is the one!!

Short-Throw

Hey fellow Chicagoan!

It's a fair question, but you have to look at the entire package and doing so reveals good value. There are certainly cheaper ways to get on track....you can go to a crowded event, pack a sack lunch and wrench your car in between sessions until your hearts desire.

At Track Attack, regardless of skill level, novice to fully licensed racer, there's something for everybody to gain.

Pro drivers share their wisdom which is priceless -- and in this quaint setting, you can actually spend more than 30 seconds talking to them.

Most of the instructors are veterans of this event and understand how to get the most out of a student and their car, regardless of skill level.

There are endless trackside drinks and snacks. The meals are all gourmet and served in a nice air conditioned clubhouse with real silverware -- a great way to re-energize for afternoon sessions.

Katech Techs onsite let you enjoy a safety check between sessions and allow you to drive your car at the event, not worry about it.

The garage party, quite a unique atmosphere with great people.

Oh, and an opportunity to ride in the Beast!


Mike

Larry Myers

Oh, and an opportunity to ride in the Beast!


Mike[/QUOTE]

That is if it's not broke down or off track somewhere.

JDIllon

That is if it's not broke down or off track somewhere. [/QUOTE]

Now that is just plain MEAN!!! LOL!! true but MEAN! He still let me sit in it!! And to make up for it he gave me a ride in the MIATA!!! and you have to admit sitting in the beast is more fun that riding in the MIATA!! LOL! JD

Werks

Like the other said, it's worth it! Put it this way, this is the one event that for the last two years I've arranged to have my car at katech to have work done on it so that they can take the car with them to the track for me. So if you think $950 is pricey just add on the shipping costs back and forth from CA and you can guess what I paid (and frankly never once regretted it for a second!). Unfortunately I'm going to miss haging out with all of the great people there this year but I have a feeling that next years TA2015 will be right around the time that I need to do a refresh on my motor

Katech_Zach

Track Attack will be here before you know it. Are you guys getting your cars ready?

JDIllon

Bump for a great event!! Well run!! LOTS of track time and a great party at Mike's garage. JD

DON T.

30 Days!!!!! Look forward to seeing everyone at Track Attack 2014...