MINI-NATS XXVII |
 2011 Shelby Mustang GT350 |
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You’ve seen the previous announcements for Mini-Nats XXVII, so you know our theme and schedule and you’ve reserved the date. Now it is time to make your reservations. Thanks to Maggie Mallamace’s efforts we again have a great deal at our favorite hotel, the San Rafael Embassy Suites, and the hotel is now open for booking. See below under "Hotel"
General Questions: Cole Reif cole_reif@yahoo.com
Open Track: Walt Boeninger walt@boeninger.net
Car Show: Mark Swanson mark@swanson.org
Entertainment: Scott Hirose shirose@mindspring.com
Registration: Nadine Camicia MiniNats27reg@yahoo.com
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New Registration Process
Hotel
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW
GROUP BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS CALL-IN:
We have established a block of rooms at a rate of $129 with a 2 night minimum at the Embassy Suites Hotel San Rafael. This rate includes:
- Accommodations in a 2-room suite with a living room area attached to a bedroom area (includes fridge & microwave)
- A 2-hour evening reception featuring complimentary premium brand beverages & light snacks (5:30-7:30pm nightly)
- A full, cooked-to-order breakfast in the morning with omelets made to order & all breakfast items (6:30- 9:30 am Monday through Friday and 7:30-10:30am Saturday and Sunday)
- Use of 24-hour indoor heated pool, spa and fitness center
- Complimentary Parking
***Please confirm your reservation prior to our Friday July 15, 2011 cut-off date by:
1) Please call 415-499-9222 or 1-800-EMBASSY, ask for reservations department and then ask for the San Rafael, CA location. Advise them that you are with the "Nor Cal Shelby Car Club" group under group code "SCC", then confirm your reservation.
2) Please go online with the link below and directly book under your group code.
Our web page address is: http://embassysuites.hilton.com/en/es/groups/personalized/S/SFORFES-SCC-20110804/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG Make sure you set *your* arrival/departure dates correctly
At-the-track Registration/Sign-in
Note that Reg will be open 5 - 7 on Thurs eve, 8:30am - 5:30pm on Fri in Garage #3
The registration area at the track will be staffed all day Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and will be the central hub for all questions and communications relating to the event.
Hospitality
At the track we will have a hospitality area setup next to registration with plenty of water to drink as well as snacks and a place to just sit and relax in the shade.
Paddock Parking
We should be able to begin parking in the paddock by 5pm on Friday evening. As we have done in the past couple of years, if you have a group of 3 or more that you want to park with, you will be able to provide us with that information on the registration form and we can allocate an appropriate amount of space for you. We will have open parking areas designated for others on a first-come, first-served basis.
Infineon garages will be avaible for $125 per space (A garage is one car wide, 2 cars nose to tail so you can share )
Dave Lewellen will be our Paddock Marshall this year. As part of your registration process, please contact them, at lewellen46@yahoo.com and let them know what vehicles you will be bringing and what your needs are, so that they can accommodate you. We'll have plenty of room, but we want to organize it for ease of parking and efficiency.
Vendors
Please contact Joe Praxel @ 408-321-4346 or praxels@comcast.net to reserve vendor space.
Tech Inspection
All cars that will run on the track will require a full tech inspection. It is highly recommended and preferred that this is done before you arrive at the event. Pre-tech sites will be published in the July DRIVEN and on the web site. As always, if you are more than 50 miles from the closest pre-tech site, you can get fully teched at Infineon Raceway at no charge. If you are within 50 miles of a pre-tech site, then there will be a $50 charge for the tech inspection at the track. Thus, it is best to get pre-teched before you get to the track. We typically have a wait for tech at the track, so getting pre-tech will also guarantee you the most track time.
Once you are at the track, there is always a “final” tech inspection of your safety gear, car numbers, headlight taping and the authorized Pre-Tech form.
Your helmet must have at least the Snell 2000 certification. While we accept “M” rated helmets, we strongly recommend the use of “SA” rated helmets. The major difference between the M and SA helmets for 2005 is the fact that SA helmets use a Nomex or other fire retardant liner and inner materials. They are also tested for different crash scenarios more appropriate to auto racing. Since we are strapped into our vehicles in our sport, and may even have fuel lines running through the cockpit, the SA grade helmets seem to be an obvious choice, but you are the only one who really knows your budget, car and helmet use(s).
Please check our web site at http://www.norcal-saac.org/ot/otcentrl.htm for all of the detailed information on our track rules and safety equipment.
Open Track
The Mini-Nats XXVII Open Track Event will be held at Infineon Raceway. Open Track participation is restricted to Ford-powered cars and invited guests of the Nor Cal Shelby Club. Passengers with appropriate safety equipment (check our web site at http://www.norcal-saac.org/ot/otcentrl.htm ) will be permitted during selected track sessions. Passengers must be at least 18 years old, must sign a waiver, and must have the same safety equipment as the driver. All passenger waivers must be filled out at the Registration area.
Remember - Maximum sound limit is 103 dB(A). No open exhausts!
Open Track participants please note!
- A separate driver’s application must be submitted for each driver participating in the Open Track Event, even if sharing a car and run group.
- Open Track run group assignments are at the discretion of OTEC and event management.
- Each driver is responsible for reading and heeding the Open Track rules and tech/safety requirements! These rules are displayed on the Club web site at http://www.norcal‑saac.org/ot/otcentrl.htm
Some highlights of the Open Track rules follow:
- Driver and passenger helmets must have Snell M2000, SA2000 or better rating.
- Drivers and passengers must wear non-melting, closed-toe shoes (no sandals).
- All cars must carry a 2-1/2 lb. or larger fire extinguisher with a metal mounting bracket.
- Maximum sound limit is 103 dB(A). No open exhausts!
- No open-wheel cars.
- All open-cockpit vehicles must have roll bars.
- No passengers will be allowed in open-cockpit cars with driver-only (Cobra-style) roll bars.
- Cars in poor cosmetic condition, or in obvious need of bodywork, may be denied entry.
Run Group specific minimum safety requirements
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Novice/Touring (Yellow): Drivers and passengers must wear long pants, long sleeve cotton shirts, and gloves (preferably Nomex).
- Intermediate/Fast Touring (Red): Drivers and passengers must wear long pants, long sleeve cotton shirts, and gloves (preferably Nomex).
- Advanced/Sport (Green): Drivers and passengers must wear long pants, long sleeve cotton shirts and gloves (preferably Nomex). All vehicles must have a minimum 4-point safety harness for driver and passenger.
- Experienced/Track Prepared (Blue): All vehicles, including closed-cockpit cars, must have roll bars. Drivers and passengers must wear fireproof suits and gloves (preferably Nomex). All vehicles must have a minimum 5-point safety harness for driver and passenger.
Vintage Exhibition
We are planning on a Vintage Exhibition race event again this year. This will be for Historic cars and vintage race Shelbys. Final entry will be determined by OTEC. This will be a separate group in addition to the Open Track run groups. They will have a morning practice session and an afternoon race on Saturday. Sign up for regular Open Track if you want more! Format is modeled after SAAC National except car prep level allowed. We want period correct cars... within reason. If in doubt, just ask Walt Boeninger at (408) 374-4258 or webmaster@norcal‑saac.orgSafety
For the safety, comfort, and convenience of all, the following policies will be in effect in the Infineon Raceway paddock during the event:
- Reserved, group Paddock parking will be assigned by the Vendor Chair and Paddock Marshall. Your cooperation is appreciated. Specific areas will be set aside for certain groups.
- Wheeled vehicles may be operated by licensed drivers 16 and up only. This includes mopeds, scooters, bicycles, etc...
- No go-karts will be allowed in the paddock.
Parade Laps
Parade laps will take place at lunch time on Saturday and Sunday. Drivers must have a valid driver’s license and all vehicles must be approved by OTEC. (No motor homes or semis!) This is a GREAT chance to get your trailer queen or other non-track car out there for a cruise around Infineon Raceway with your family at a controlled (but still fun) pace. Helmets, gloves, and the like are not necessary for Parade Laps sessions. Seatbelts are!
FRIDAY ACTIVITIES
Car Show
We will have a popular-vote car show on Friday starting at about 10:00 AM. This show will be at Infineon Raceway, behind the main grandstans in the paddock.
Open Test
Open test will be available on Friday. Shelby club will have their own separate run group (OTEC approval required) Cost is $325 for the day... we should get at least 2-3 hours of track time.
If you missed this during reg, you can get added to the list by emailing Nadine: MiniNats27reg@yahoo.com
Wine Tour
Spouse Wine Tour
Savor the flavors and scenery of Sonoma Valley and Sonoma County... experience the warm summer days... lazy afternoons … expressive wines… quiet nights…all of it a perfect setting for a Spouse’s wine tour. Okay so the afternoons aren’t really lazy or quiet and the evenings are for good friends, good food and fun!
We have scheduled a relaxing Friday (August 5th) afternoon on a winery and tasting tour in beautiful Sonoma. The tour will start from Infineon Raceway (Sears Point) at 12:30 PM (meet at the picnic area by Wine Country Motorsports) and returning to Infineon Raceway at 4:30 PM with 2 winery tours. This tour does not include lunch so we would recommend eating prior to the tour departure. The café at Sears Point raceway will be open for lunch.
There is room for 21 people, spouses, and couples, anyone who would like to attend. You can sign up when you register for Mini Nats XXVII, the cost is only $65 per person, so sign up quickly.
Evening Program
Friday evening we will have a Hospitality room with desserts (free!) and a No Host bar. Activity to be determined. Tentatively we will have an entertaining guest speaker.SATURDAY ACTIVITIES
At the Track
We will have our usual drivers’ meeting at 8am and then begin our open track sessions at 9am. We will take a lunch break at approximately 12 noon for an hour and will allow parade laps for about 20 minutes during the lunch break. Open track sessions will continue until about 4:30pm.
We will have other activities going on at the track for different younger age groups. More on this as we get closer.
Evening Program
We will have our Saturday evening banquet / program at the Embassy Suites. We will have a sit down dinner that will cost $40 for adults, $10 for kids. You can sign up for this when you register. We will have our traditional raffle, a guest speaker, and our Big Wheel Award.
SUNDAY ACTIVITIES
At the Track
We will have our usual drivers’ meeting again at 8am and then begin our open track sessions at 9am. We will take a lunch break at approximately 12noon for an hour and will allow parade laps for about 20 minutes during the lunch break. Open track sessions will continue until about 5pm. We’ll have a ladies-only session this afternoon.
We will have other activities going on at the track.
OVERALL COSTS FOR MINI-NATS XXVII
| Registration fee | $30 (required for Car Show and Open Track) |
| Garage space | $125 for the weekend |
| Friday Desserts and No Host Bar | Embassy Suites..included with reg.... |
| Wine Tour Friday, Aug 5 12:30-4:30 | $65 per adult |
| Saturday Banquet | $40 per person $10 Child |
| Open Track | $290 per day (Saturday or Sunday) $580 both days |
| Vintage Exhibition Saturday PM | $150 |
| T-shirts | $18 |
| Sweatshirts | $28 |
Event registration will open up later in May.
REMEMBER TO CHECK THE WEB SITE FREQUENTLY FOR UPDATES.
Please feel free to contact us for anything related to Mini-Nats.
General Questions: Cole Reif cole_reif@yahoo.com
Open Track: Walt Boeninger walt@boeninger.net
Car Show: Mark Swanson
mark@swanson.org
Entertainment: Scott Hirose shirose@mindspring.com
Registration: Nadine Camicia MiniNats27reg@yahoo.com