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Brand New for the 2008 season!

"Test The Track"

For those that just want to run a few sessions!

This is just what you have been waiting for!
Here is your chance to put YOUR rubber on the race track.

Closed road course at Gateway International Raceway!
Easy to meet requirements!
Reduced affordable cost!
2 Full Sessions!
Track Lunch Included!

The MCRA will be holding a "Test The Track" sessions at all the scheduled track days in 2008. This is exclusively for all that have ever thought about riding on the closed road course at Gateway International Raceway, BUT just couldn't afford the price tag, couldn't meet all the safety requirements of a track day or was just to intimidated about committing to a full day.

Now you have no excuses!
And it is ONLY $30!(pre-registration price)

Come out and join us! You won't be alone!

THE REQUIREMENTS!

1.
Well maintained bike! Good rubber, clean bike, no leaks of any kind, no parts that can fall off (nuts, bolts, screws tight). No need to remove or tape mirrors, lights, gauges, stands, pegs. Just ride up on a well maintained bike and pass the safety inspection!

2.
Bring your gear!

Jackets will be required. No mesh jackets. A leather jacket is preferred but a tight woven textile riding jacket will be permitted. No rips, tears or heavy abrasions.

Helmets will be required. Full-Faced with shield. No cracks, dents or flaws. It's your head inside!

Gloves will be required. Over the cuff, gauntlet style gloves must be worn. No rips, tears or heavy abrasions.

Boots will be required. Over the ankle style leather boots in good shape. No rips, tears or heavy abrasions.

Pants. Naturally leather riding pants are preferred but not everyone has these. Blue jeans will be permitted. Best to wear 2 pairs. No rips, tears or heavy abrasions.

NOTE: Even if you don't have all the above you most likely know several who do! Borrow, beg, what ever! This is your chance to get on the track CHEAP!

3.
Classroom instructions! Since this will most likely be your first time on a race track, we will require that you attend a pre-track classroom session. This will get you familiar with the track, the rules, caution flags and make your first time track experience and enjoyable one. Everyone MUST attend the classroom. There will also be an after-session classroom to answer any questions you may have. Naturally between your 2 track sessions you are welcome to roam the paddock area and talk to the many other motorcyclists just like yourself. We are a friendly bunch and will be glad to help you with any questions or concerns!

4.
Enjoy a Lunch! Included in your "Test The Track" experience will be a lunch with the group! May not be gourmet but we usually put out a good spread! Sit, eat and share in the conversations.

What do you get?

Arrive inside the track no later than 11:00am. This will give you about 15 minutes to get ready for fun! Naturally we invite you arrive earlier, hang out with us and get comfortable with the area before 11:00. We begin letting riders and spectators in at 7am with normal track day sessions starting at 8am. Everyone entering the track area is require to pay a $5 gate fee and sign the appropriate waivers. You are welcome to spend the whole day with us!

NOTE: Entry to the track area (crossing over the track area) is only permitted between sessions. You may have to wait at the gate until the current session is over. This may take 20 minutes so please allow ample time to get inside the track area for registration purposes.

2-*15-20 minute track sessions. You will be permitted to run the track at *11:40-12:00 and *1:40-2:00 with the Street/Novice group. This group is chaperoned, speed restricted with a no-passing rule. Even with these requirements, the experience is exhilarating and fun with speeds well above normal street riding. You will definitely feel the "RUSH"!

2-15 minute classroom sessions. A REQUIRED Classroom sessions before and after your first track session. The first *11:15 classroom will help you understand the requirements, the track and safety flags used around the track area and help make your first time track riding experience an enjoyable one. The second *12:00 classroom session is to answer any questions and give you a quick evaluation. Then we release you for lunch!

Lunch. *12:15--Lunch is served! That isn't your typical track food. We cook it up fresh and hot. "Test The Track" riders will get a lunch ticket at their after track classroom. After you eat, sit, talk, walk around and watch. There will be track action taking place before your next session.

Last "Test The Track" session. *1:40 starts you final session of the day. 20 more minutes of fun! The rest of the day is up to you. Again stick around if you wish and watch the fun. There will be actual RACES at the end of the day at *4:00. These guys will be pushing the absolute limits of their machines. There are several great advantage points where you can get really close to the action.

SPECIAL BONUS!!

Every rider that registers and rides "Test The Track" will get a $20 off coupon for a full MCRA track day! This coupon is good for one full year and non-transferable. That will give you plenty of time to meet the additional requirements and REALLY HAVE SOME FUN!

* all times are approx and subject to adjustments. Actual track time can vary from 15-20 minutes.

ARE YOU READY TO PUT IT ON THE TRACK?

Space is limited so register early!

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