Wakefield Park Track Day 14/08/09

[Timbo]

Wow - I didn't realise this was a feature of the Audis. Was this part of the standard Nav system or something that needs to be added (like the iPod connectivity etc)?

Any idea what models this applied to? I assume just the S/R/RS?

Just part of the multi-function display in the S3. Nothing to add.

That said, I've found RaceChrono simpler and easier to use, but you do need a separate GPS unit and the "right" phone.

It's a wonder there isn't something for the iPhone, with the tracks added, as per RaceChrono ?:

[jamesatfish]

Just part of the multi-function display in the S3. Nothing to add.

Very nice - will have to take a closer look next time and see what other models have the same feature.

It's a wonder there isn't something for the iPhone, with the tracks added, as per RaceChrono ?:

Working on that right now, hence the call for testers above...

The iPhone 3GS has improved GPS reception, and if the GPS data is correlated with the compass and accelerometer data then identifying proximity to pre-defined points (like track start/finish lines) is fairly accurate.

I know that my $1000 Race Logic GPS timer is accurate within 1/10th where I've compared its times to those from the circuit's looped timing system - the testing above is to see how accurate my iPhone algorithms are compared to the Race Logic.

[FL00DY]

Just part of the multi-function display in the S3. Nothing to add.

That said, I've found RaceChrono simpler and easier to use, but you do need a separate GPS unit and the "right" phone.

It's a wonder there isn't something for the iPhone, with the tracks added, as per RaceChrono ?:

Here is a link to the latest news with iPhone and RaceChrono, http://www.racechrono.com/forum/comm...&page=1#Item_9

Personally I think the iPhone is an overhyped regular phone, driven by nothing more then Apple Marketing and Apple fanbois. This current one is better then the 3G one, but it's only now got features that I've had in the last 4-5 phones.

[swingn]

swingn,

Thanks again for organising the track day - I'm very much looking forward to it!

Do you have a policy for passengers for driver education purposes? The two people I'm bringing are Wakefield first-timers and I'd like to be able to go out two-up with them in the morning sessions when they are learning the circuit.

If anyone else is heading up from Canberra I'd be happy to meet up to drive up together - probably somewhere between 6:30-7:00am at the Shell in Watson (near EPIC).

Not a worry mate Happy to do it & fingers crossed this won't be the last Wakefield track day I organise (Already thinking about a day next year - Needs to be winter for turbo weather! )

Was going to run through that sort of stuff on the day Obviously for the noobs (Which includes myself mind you) I would encourage taking advantage of Len's (Driving Instructor) services & experience... At the end of the day, the more people who take advantage of this, the cheaper it will be for all. At this stage I'm expecting it to be no more then $35.00 per person (Hopefully less).

As a starting point, when we do go out on the track for the first time, basically we will have a sighting lap/s so we can see the track first hand before hitting it at speed.

Unfortunately (Bar having a driving instructor) I don't believe Wakefield allows passengers on the day. I'm not 100% about this, but I will confirm before the day for everyone

[swingn]

Here is a link to the latest news with iPhone and RaceChrono, http://www.racechrono.com/forum/comm...&page=1#Item_9

Personally I think the iPhone is an overhyped regular phone, driven by nothing more then Apple Marketing and Apple fanbois. This current one is better then the 3G one, but it's only now got features that I've had in the last 4-5 phones.

Checking this out now Hopefully it'll work nicely with my N96

Excuse my ignorance, but do you need anything other then the phone (& software of course) to make it work?

[FL00DY]

Unfortunately (Bar having a driving instructor) I don't believe Wakefield allows passengers on the day. I'm not 100% about this, but I will confirm before the day for everyone

They normally will allow passengers, I don't think I've done a day where they haven't allowed it. Oran Park and Eastern Creek almost always say no.

[FL00DY]

Checking this out now Hopefully it'll work nicely with my N96

Excuse my ignorance, but do you need anything other then the phone (& software of course) to make it work?

You can use the internal GPS ... hhmmm not sure if you need to join the beta test team. You're MUCH better off getting a bluetooth GPS, can get them from ebay for cheap. I already had a bluetooth GPS that I used with a PDA for TomTom.

[swingn]

They normally will allow passengers, I don't think I've done a day where they haven't allowed it. Oran Park and Eastern Creek almost always say no.

I know they have allowed passengers in the past, but I believe that has changed.

Will confirm next time I speak to Wakefield

[swingn]

Spoke to soon!

Here is a quote from the Wakefield thread in the Polo section:

2wks ago when I was there with 5 other guys, they werent strict on checking the helmet. They didn't even asked about it when we fill out the form @ the front desk. Also you can't take passenger with you (sux! last year you can) for a joyride.

oh also, if anyone looking for a helmet I have one sitting down @ home gathering dust. PM ME!

[Lima]

I *might* be getting my S3 on this day. Not sure if I'll make it to Wakefield for a looksy, but I do plan on taking a day off work on delivery day.

[MACCAA]

I *might* be getting my S3 on this day. Not sure if I'll make it to Wakefield for a looksy, but I do plan on taking a day off work on delivery day.

C'mon Liam,bring it over.
Cheers
Len

[swingn]

C'mon Liam,bring it over.
Cheers
Len

+1

An S3 would be most good on the track!

[swingn]

Sooooooo...

Who wants Len's services on the day?

Already have 10 people interested I'm sure Len can cope with a few more

[MACCAA]

Just came back from Wakefield where I ran the Mazda RX8 Nationals.
The S3 ran a 1.12.390...
See you all on Friday
Cheers
Len

[swingn]

Looks like we might have a Pirelli with us this Friday (Awaiting confirmation)