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Old 02-16-2009, 10:33 AM
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I'm pleased to announce that we have confirmed the professional drivers who will be attending Track Attack this year. If you were there last year, you know Andy Pilgrim was a great asset to the event. He spent the entire weekend in participants cars teaching them the lines as well as added valuable safety information and instruction during the class. It was a no-brainer that we needed him back this year. We have also brought on Johnny O'Connell from the Corvette race team. He wanted to come last year but a scheduling conflict prevented him from attending. His enthusiasm and great sense of humor will be an added treat for the event. Jaber Al-Khalifa has also expressed interest in attending again this year, but has not confirmed yet. Last year he was in the States so it was an easy trip. This year he is back in Bahrain so it will be quite a trek for him. I'll post as I get more information.



Pro drivers:
Andy Pilgrim
Johnny O'Connell
Jaber Al-Khalifa - TBD
a fourth possibility - TBA

Instructors:
Mike Newlander
Don Esbjornson (Saturday only)
Frank Gonzalez
Dean Conti
Adam Boca
Steve Landstra
Jim Painter


Limited space is still available if you are interested in registering.
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Awesome! It will be GREAT! Again.


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Jason, I'm looking forward to this years event. Thank you for including me in the instructor program again!

Impressive resumes on the Pro Drivers this year - GREAT JOB!
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Great list of Pros and Instructors!

Jason, do we know how many of the alumns are able to make it back?
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Great list of Pros and Instructors!

Jason, do we know how many of the alumns are able to make it back?
So far 13 of the alumns have registered again this year. (not counting instructors)
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Looks like a great line-up. I can't wait to meet 'em. It'll be good to learn from some of the best.
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Had to PM Jason to cnx. Just got out of surgery for a really busted up left leg and ankle from riding motorcycles in the Chilean Andes. Doc says no way will these old bones be ready in time.
Here's hoping for an invitation for next year.
Have fun guys.
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hey guys looks like a great lineup. that pro list is looking good guys lol cant wait to get there. see you guys soon. bob
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Originally Posted by Katech_Jason
I'm pleased to announce that we have confirmed the professional drivers who will be attending Track Attack this year. If you were there last year, you know Andy Pilgrim was a great asset to the event. He spent the entire weekend in participants cars teaching them the lines as well as added valuable safety information and instruction during the class. It was a no-brainer that we needed him back this year. We have also brought on Johnny O'Connell from the Corvette race team. He wanted to come last year but a scheduling conflict prevented him from attending. His enthusiasm and great sense of humor will be an added treat for the event. Jaber Al-Khalifa has also expressed interest in attending again this year, but has not confirmed yet. Last year he was in the States so it was an easy trip. This year he is back in Bahrain so it will be quite a trek for him. I'll post as I get more information.



Pro drivers:
Andy Pilgrim
Johnny O'Connell
Jaber Al-Khalifa - TBD
a fourth possibility - TBA

Instructors:
Mike Newlander
Don Esbjornson (Saturday only)
Frank Gonzales
Dean Conti
Adam Boca
Steve Landstra
Jim Painter


Limited space is still available if you are interested in registering.

Jason, Where do I obtain information about registering?
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Jason, Where do I obtain information about registering?
Please email me and I'll send you the information

jason@katechengines.com
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Originally Posted by AutobahnRacer
Jason, I'm looking forward to this years event. Thank you for including me in the instructor program again!

Impressive resumes on the Pro Drivers this year - GREAT JOB!


I can't wait to spend more time with Andy and (hopefully) Jaber! I learned a ton from them last year. And it is always a pleasure to instruct at a first class event!

Dean
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Originally Posted by AutobahnRacer
Jason, I'm looking forward to this years event. Thank you for including me in the instructor program again!

Impressive resumes on the Pro Drivers this year - GREAT JOB!
I agree with Don!

I can't wait to see the Track Attach gang again!

Jim
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That's awesome - Johnny Ooooooooooooo!
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It looks like quite a group of track hounds!!! I feel fortunate to be part of the gang participating in Track Attack this year. We'll have some great fun...

This is a must attend for the die hard Corvette track drivers. Waxers need not apply.

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Originally Posted by SLandstra_Z06
Waxers need not apply.
Yeah... but I'm going anyway.
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Originally Posted by Frenchican
Yeah... but I'm going anyway.
Just make sure you bring Jim's girlfriend back again!
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OK, here's my obligatory post. You knew I had to.

SWEEET!!!!!

I can't be there as a participant (time will tell if I can swing a "bystander" pass), but as always I look forward to all of your pics, vids, and reactions from the event.

Cheers!

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Andy Pilgrim and Johnny O!!! What else could you ask for??

I'll be there bringing a box of Depends... and oh, yes, the Z06.

Frank Gonzalez
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Originally Posted by gonzalezfj
Andy Pilgrim and Johnny O!!! What else could you ask for??

I'll be there bringing a box of Depends... and oh, yes, the Z06.

Frank Gonzalez
Frank,
I'm definately looking forward to seeing you this year. I didn't get to spend much last time, but this year will be different.


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Originally Posted by Short-Throw
Just make sure you bring Jim's girlfriend back again!
Shhhh, Jim's bringing the Mrs this time...


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