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Hello Viper Drivers-
Gingerman will be our 3rd event of the Eastern Region!! Below you will find the details for the Gingerman event. If this is your first event of the year, please go to www.viperdays.com and fill out the application and Med+Stats forms online. If nothing has changed in your medical history please fill in your name and age and press send. Once you have filled them out press send. Once I receive them I will e-mail you back a confirmation! If you are planning on attending the event PLEASE e-mail me back the answers and you are all set. Call Courtney if you have any additional questions or comments! 847-594-8477
A SPECIAL OFFER TO ALL DRIVERS: Viper Days and Hoosier Tire are offering you an amazing opportunity. Only 20 people are allowed on this special tour. Hoosier will pick you up at Gingerman Raceway, drive you to the facility, have a 2 hours plant tour, a catered meal, and then drive you back to the track. All of this for FREE!! . This is an experience of a lifetime to see Hoosier tires that are ALL hand made. Confidentially contracts must be signed before entering. NO photos allowed. Sign up now by calling Courtney 847-612-4335 or e mail me at [email protected]
Thursday Tour:
Leaving the track at 12 Noon
Plant tour at 2pm
Early dinner at 4pm
Arrive at track 7pm
We will be running the Full roadcourse clockwise.
**SRT/10's must have a roll bar; or they are NOT allowed to participate in the Viper Days event**
NEW RULES FOR THIS YEAR!! See below!
*****Safety Equipment: Although safety is ultimately the responsibility of the driver, Viper Days' MINIMUM requirements are:******
Helmets must be Snell 95 or newer AND less than 5 years old. Motorcycle helmets require a balaclava.
Long sleeve shirt, long pants, soft sole enclosed toe shoes, gloves required for all classes.
Driver's Suit (2 layer min), Nomex Gloves, Neck Restraint required for Unlimited, Comp Coupe Unlimited classes.
Neck Restraint highly recommended for all classes.
RT/10's must have a roll bar or hardtop.
SRT/10's must have a roll bar; hard top is NOT allowed
Fire extinguisher required for Unlimited Class
5 or 6 point harnesses mandatory for SRT/10's.
5 or 6 point harnesses mandatory for all other cars if you attend 3 or more events.
5 or 6 Point Harnesses must be safety clipped for all classes.
TIRE UPDATE:
The new DOT tire the "Michelin Pilot Sport Cup” will be available in adequate quantities for the Mid-America event. With that said the Michelin Challenge Series will be on Michelin Tires exclusively. The Michelin Sport Cup tires to be run in the Super Mod and Unlimited classes. Please order your Sport Cup or street tires from Bobby Archer. 800-696-0264 ALL TIRE ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THURSDAY MAY 29TH
TRACKSIDE SERVICE:
Archer Racing Accessories will be on hand to do full trackside service and repair from alignments to performance modifications and safety improvement. We will also have a great display of other viper memorabilia and accessories. Please call John for your car’s appointment. 218-727-4806.
GATE FEE:
Each Driver is allowed 2 crew to be allowed infor FREE. Everyone else over 2 crew will be charged $10/day.
TRAILER AND RIG PARKING
The track will be open to accept parking Thursday from 7am-9pm. Or all day Friday at the track from 7am-10pm
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES
Are allowed on the property. Self-Contained. If you would like a hook-up please contact Bob at 616-998-5774
Please answers these questions if you are planning on attending the event!
1. Do you plan on attending the Gingerman Event? Yes Or No
1a. Do you plan on attending the Hoosier tire plant tour? Yes or No # of people attending____
2. Friday Test & Tune: For advanced driver only!! Call Courtney for OK 847-594-8477. Full day driving: $250 9-5 or half day $175 1-5 NO LUNCH for either the full or half day.
3. 1 or 2 days? $300 1-day $615 2 days (This includes the one time $50 off VCA discount ) or $665 for your 2nd event or $615 for your 3rd event
4. GARAGES/CARPORTS FOR RENT: Please call Bob Gilroy for the details 269-253-4445 or 269-998-5774
5. Do you plan on bringing any guests who will be participating in on the
food package? $125 (which includes a Fri PM registration/cocktail party, Sat
& Sun lunches, and a Sat pm dinner) DINNER ONLY is $45.
6. The Sat PM dinner will be at the NEW Harbor Light Conference and Banquet center located beneath the host hotel. Buffet Dinner.
Don't forget to make your hotel reservations YESTERDAY!!
Lighthouse Inn/Guest House
1555 Phoenix Rd.
South Haven, MI 49090
www.lighthouseinnsh.com
269-639-9900
50 rooms reserved! $79
Hope to see all of you at the track!
Courtney
2003 VIPER DAYS
DETAILS FOR…….. GINGERMAN June 6,th, 7th & 8th, 2003
THIRD EVENT OF THE EASTERN REGION : Come out to the track and test your car driving skills and learn
SOME new ones. www.gingermanraceway.com Track address: GingerMan Raceway, 61414 Phoenix Road, South
Haven, MI 49090 269-253-4445
FRIDAY TEST & TUNE: A test and tune day is available! Friday will be open for “advanced drivers” for a test and tune day. No rookies are allowed. 9am-5pm we will be running 2-3 run groups all day!! $250 full day no lunch and $175 for half day no lunch 1-5pm. Call Courtney for approval.
COST: $665.00 or $615.00 for VCA member one time discount(VCA # required) -)** for a registration/reception party at the Holiday Inn Suites at the Track, two lunches, and a Saturday night banquet at the Host hotel, commemorative gift and extensive track time. One day entry $300 includes 2+/- hours of track time & lunch only!! You can add a dinner for $45 addt’l
GATE/SPECTATOR FEE:. Gingerman is allowing 1 driver and 2 crew to get in for FREE. Any drivers with crew above 2 people will be charged. The fee of $10 for spectator who enters thru the gate. Good for the whole weekend!!
PAYMENT: Viper days accepts Visa and Master Card. Make checks payable to: Viper Days, Inc. Payment for each event is paid in full prior to the event!! Late Entry- 7 days before event will result in a $50 late fee, NO EXCEPTIONS!!
HOTEL INFO : : Be sure to call the Guest House Inn to make room reservations and ask for the Viper Days rooms. Mention the Viper Days room block for the discounted rate. Rooms will be released April 15th. So call NOW!!!Other Hotels: Old Harbor Inn $160 269-637-8480 Hampton Inn $125 269-639-8550
Host Hotel: Guest House Inn 269-639-9900
1555 Phoenix Road
South Haven, MI 49090
55 Rooms $79
www.lighthouseinnsh.com
TRACK SIDE SERVICE Archer Racing Accessories will be on hand to do complete trackside service including suspension, alignments, engine modifications and exhaust. If there is something specific you will like, please call John and make an appointment. 218-727-4806
TIRES Bobby Archer Enterprises are the Exclusive provider of trackside safety needs, tire mounting and balancing, and sales. Those needing Michelin or Hoosier tires please call ahead and order them so they can bring them to the track. Call Bobby @ 817-877-1772
TRAILER AND RIG PARKING The track will be open to accept parking Thursday from 7am-9pm. Or all day Friday at the track from 7am-10pm
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES Is allowed on the property. Self-Contained. If you would like a hook-up please contact Bob at 269-998-5774
GARAGE SPACE: 10 Spaces are available to rent for the entire weekend for $100/carport space or $200/garage space. Call Bob to reserve 269-998-5774
FUEL The track is selling 93 Unleaded , 110 leaded.
MED STATS 2003 IS MANDATORY! ! There is a NEW form requiring additional information. Please bring your Med+Stats lanyard or fill out Med+Stats confidential information and return with payment ASAP. Renewal will be only $ 15.00.
FRIDAY NIGHT ARRIVAL: 6PM until 9PM at the Holiday Inn at the Ameristar. Check in and register at the reception with hors d’oeuvres. Tech. inspection will occur all day Friday at the track or Saturday morning. Please join us for hors d’oeuvres, drinks and some Viper Tales. A Viper tech inspection tip: empty your glove box and trunk at the hotel instead of the track.
GUEST PACKAGE: For those who do not wish to put their car on the track and/or guests, we offer a food package of the reception, two catered lunches and a banquet for $125.00 per person. Children will be given a discount, must call Courtney for details!!
GATE HOURS: Thursday from 7am-9pm and Friday 7am-10pm, Sat 7am-10pm, Sun 7am-8pm
TRACK INFO
SATURDAY If arriving on Saturday morning, be at the track by 7:00 0AM for registration and tech inspection Drive around begin at 7:15am MANDATORY drivers meeting at 7:45. The track will go hot at 8:30. Classroom instruction begins at 8:30 AM, Banquet at the Host Hotel 6:30pm cocktail/ 7pm dinner.
SUNDAY: Be at the track by 7:00 AM. Driver meeting at 8:10 the track will go hot at 8:30.
Michelin Challenge Series- Tire Specifications
Sponsors bring Viper Days to you and to justify there sponsorship we ask you to buy from Bobby Archer, Archer Racing Accessories, Autoform and Venom Oils. We realize you can buy these products anywhere, but we cannot quantify sales without purchasing thru our vendors. It would help out Viper Days if you supported them. Shop around and compare, their prices are competitive!!
Stock- Michelin DOT tires only
Super Stock- Michelin DOT tires
Prepared- Michelin DOT tires only
Modified- Michelin DOT tires only
Super Modified- Michelin DOT tires or Pilot Sport Cup only****
Unlimited- Michelin DOT tires or Pilot Sport Cup only*****
Comp Coupe Unlimited (only allowed changes are Seat, Steering Wheel, Shifter, Pedals, Safety Harnesses)****
*****Safety Equipment: Although safety is ultimately the responsibility of the driver, Viper Days' MINIMUM requirements are:******
Helmets must be Snell 95 or newer AND less than 5 years old. Motorcycle helmets require a balaclava.
Long sleeve shirt, long pants, soft sole enclosed toe shoes, gloves required for all classes.
Driver's Suit (2 layer min), Nomex Gloves, Neck Restraint required for Unlimited, Comp Coupe Unlimited classes.
Neck Restraint highly recommended for all classes.
RT/10's must have a roll bar or hardtop.
SRT/10's must have a roll bar; hard top is NOT allowed
Fire extinguisher required for Unlimited Class
5 or 6 point harnesses mandatory for SRT/10's.
5 or 6 point harnesses mandatory for all other cars if you attend 3 or more events.
5 or 6 Point Harnesses must be safety clipped for all classes.
PLEASE order your tires BEFORE you go to the event. Call Bobby @ 817-877-1772
If you have questions or comments please contact Courtney Thomas at [email protected] or call 847-594-8477 www.viperdays.com
www.gingermanraceway To get directions, hot lap around the track, track map, etc…
www.weather.com and type in the zip code of 49090 to get the area weather
www.mapquest.com to get directions to and from your house to the track, hotel etc..
Gingerman will be our 3rd event of the Eastern Region!! Below you will find the details for the Gingerman event. If this is your first event of the year, please go to www.viperdays.com and fill out the application and Med+Stats forms online. If nothing has changed in your medical history please fill in your name and age and press send. Once you have filled them out press send. Once I receive them I will e-mail you back a confirmation! If you are planning on attending the event PLEASE e-mail me back the answers and you are all set. Call Courtney if you have any additional questions or comments! 847-594-8477
A SPECIAL OFFER TO ALL DRIVERS: Viper Days and Hoosier Tire are offering you an amazing opportunity. Only 20 people are allowed on this special tour. Hoosier will pick you up at Gingerman Raceway, drive you to the facility, have a 2 hours plant tour, a catered meal, and then drive you back to the track. All of this for FREE!! . This is an experience of a lifetime to see Hoosier tires that are ALL hand made. Confidentially contracts must be signed before entering. NO photos allowed. Sign up now by calling Courtney 847-612-4335 or e mail me at [email protected]
Thursday Tour:
Leaving the track at 12 Noon
Plant tour at 2pm
Early dinner at 4pm
Arrive at track 7pm
We will be running the Full roadcourse clockwise.
**SRT/10's must have a roll bar; or they are NOT allowed to participate in the Viper Days event**
NEW RULES FOR THIS YEAR!! See below!
*****Safety Equipment: Although safety is ultimately the responsibility of the driver, Viper Days' MINIMUM requirements are:******
Helmets must be Snell 95 or newer AND less than 5 years old. Motorcycle helmets require a balaclava.
Long sleeve shirt, long pants, soft sole enclosed toe shoes, gloves required for all classes.
Driver's Suit (2 layer min), Nomex Gloves, Neck Restraint required for Unlimited, Comp Coupe Unlimited classes.
Neck Restraint highly recommended for all classes.
RT/10's must have a roll bar or hardtop.
SRT/10's must have a roll bar; hard top is NOT allowed
Fire extinguisher required for Unlimited Class
5 or 6 point harnesses mandatory for SRT/10's.
5 or 6 point harnesses mandatory for all other cars if you attend 3 or more events.
5 or 6 Point Harnesses must be safety clipped for all classes.
TIRE UPDATE:
The new DOT tire the "Michelin Pilot Sport Cup” will be available in adequate quantities for the Mid-America event. With that said the Michelin Challenge Series will be on Michelin Tires exclusively. The Michelin Sport Cup tires to be run in the Super Mod and Unlimited classes. Please order your Sport Cup or street tires from Bobby Archer. 800-696-0264 ALL TIRE ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THURSDAY MAY 29TH
TRACKSIDE SERVICE:
Archer Racing Accessories will be on hand to do full trackside service and repair from alignments to performance modifications and safety improvement. We will also have a great display of other viper memorabilia and accessories. Please call John for your car’s appointment. 218-727-4806.
GATE FEE:
Each Driver is allowed 2 crew to be allowed infor FREE. Everyone else over 2 crew will be charged $10/day.
TRAILER AND RIG PARKING
The track will be open to accept parking Thursday from 7am-9pm. Or all day Friday at the track from 7am-10pm
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES
Are allowed on the property. Self-Contained. If you would like a hook-up please contact Bob at 616-998-5774
Please answers these questions if you are planning on attending the event!
1. Do you plan on attending the Gingerman Event? Yes Or No
1a. Do you plan on attending the Hoosier tire plant tour? Yes or No # of people attending____
2. Friday Test & Tune: For advanced driver only!! Call Courtney for OK 847-594-8477. Full day driving: $250 9-5 or half day $175 1-5 NO LUNCH for either the full or half day.
3. 1 or 2 days? $300 1-day $615 2 days (This includes the one time $50 off VCA discount ) or $665 for your 2nd event or $615 for your 3rd event
4. GARAGES/CARPORTS FOR RENT: Please call Bob Gilroy for the details 269-253-4445 or 269-998-5774
5. Do you plan on bringing any guests who will be participating in on the
food package? $125 (which includes a Fri PM registration/cocktail party, Sat
& Sun lunches, and a Sat pm dinner) DINNER ONLY is $45.
6. The Sat PM dinner will be at the NEW Harbor Light Conference and Banquet center located beneath the host hotel. Buffet Dinner.
Don't forget to make your hotel reservations YESTERDAY!!
Lighthouse Inn/Guest House
1555 Phoenix Rd.
South Haven, MI 49090
www.lighthouseinnsh.com
269-639-9900
50 rooms reserved! $79
Hope to see all of you at the track!
Courtney
2003 VIPER DAYS
DETAILS FOR…….. GINGERMAN June 6,th, 7th & 8th, 2003
THIRD EVENT OF THE EASTERN REGION : Come out to the track and test your car driving skills and learn
SOME new ones. www.gingermanraceway.com Track address: GingerMan Raceway, 61414 Phoenix Road, South
Haven, MI 49090 269-253-4445
FRIDAY TEST & TUNE: A test and tune day is available! Friday will be open for “advanced drivers” for a test and tune day. No rookies are allowed. 9am-5pm we will be running 2-3 run groups all day!! $250 full day no lunch and $175 for half day no lunch 1-5pm. Call Courtney for approval.
COST: $665.00 or $615.00 for VCA member one time discount(VCA # required) -)** for a registration/reception party at the Holiday Inn Suites at the Track, two lunches, and a Saturday night banquet at the Host hotel, commemorative gift and extensive track time. One day entry $300 includes 2+/- hours of track time & lunch only!! You can add a dinner for $45 addt’l
GATE/SPECTATOR FEE:. Gingerman is allowing 1 driver and 2 crew to get in for FREE. Any drivers with crew above 2 people will be charged. The fee of $10 for spectator who enters thru the gate. Good for the whole weekend!!
PAYMENT: Viper days accepts Visa and Master Card. Make checks payable to: Viper Days, Inc. Payment for each event is paid in full prior to the event!! Late Entry- 7 days before event will result in a $50 late fee, NO EXCEPTIONS!!
HOTEL INFO : : Be sure to call the Guest House Inn to make room reservations and ask for the Viper Days rooms. Mention the Viper Days room block for the discounted rate. Rooms will be released April 15th. So call NOW!!!Other Hotels: Old Harbor Inn $160 269-637-8480 Hampton Inn $125 269-639-8550
Host Hotel: Guest House Inn 269-639-9900
1555 Phoenix Road
South Haven, MI 49090
55 Rooms $79
www.lighthouseinnsh.com
TRACK SIDE SERVICE Archer Racing Accessories will be on hand to do complete trackside service including suspension, alignments, engine modifications and exhaust. If there is something specific you will like, please call John and make an appointment. 218-727-4806
TIRES Bobby Archer Enterprises are the Exclusive provider of trackside safety needs, tire mounting and balancing, and sales. Those needing Michelin or Hoosier tires please call ahead and order them so they can bring them to the track. Call Bobby @ 817-877-1772
TRAILER AND RIG PARKING The track will be open to accept parking Thursday from 7am-9pm. Or all day Friday at the track from 7am-10pm
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES Is allowed on the property. Self-Contained. If you would like a hook-up please contact Bob at 269-998-5774
GARAGE SPACE: 10 Spaces are available to rent for the entire weekend for $100/carport space or $200/garage space. Call Bob to reserve 269-998-5774
FUEL The track is selling 93 Unleaded , 110 leaded.
MED STATS 2003 IS MANDATORY! ! There is a NEW form requiring additional information. Please bring your Med+Stats lanyard or fill out Med+Stats confidential information and return with payment ASAP. Renewal will be only $ 15.00.
FRIDAY NIGHT ARRIVAL: 6PM until 9PM at the Holiday Inn at the Ameristar. Check in and register at the reception with hors d’oeuvres. Tech. inspection will occur all day Friday at the track or Saturday morning. Please join us for hors d’oeuvres, drinks and some Viper Tales. A Viper tech inspection tip: empty your glove box and trunk at the hotel instead of the track.
GUEST PACKAGE: For those who do not wish to put their car on the track and/or guests, we offer a food package of the reception, two catered lunches and a banquet for $125.00 per person. Children will be given a discount, must call Courtney for details!!
GATE HOURS: Thursday from 7am-9pm and Friday 7am-10pm, Sat 7am-10pm, Sun 7am-8pm
TRACK INFO
SATURDAY If arriving on Saturday morning, be at the track by 7:00 0AM for registration and tech inspection Drive around begin at 7:15am MANDATORY drivers meeting at 7:45. The track will go hot at 8:30. Classroom instruction begins at 8:30 AM, Banquet at the Host Hotel 6:30pm cocktail/ 7pm dinner.
SUNDAY: Be at the track by 7:00 AM. Driver meeting at 8:10 the track will go hot at 8:30.
Michelin Challenge Series- Tire Specifications
Sponsors bring Viper Days to you and to justify there sponsorship we ask you to buy from Bobby Archer, Archer Racing Accessories, Autoform and Venom Oils. We realize you can buy these products anywhere, but we cannot quantify sales without purchasing thru our vendors. It would help out Viper Days if you supported them. Shop around and compare, their prices are competitive!!
Stock- Michelin DOT tires only
Super Stock- Michelin DOT tires
Prepared- Michelin DOT tires only
Modified- Michelin DOT tires only
Super Modified- Michelin DOT tires or Pilot Sport Cup only****
Unlimited- Michelin DOT tires or Pilot Sport Cup only*****
Comp Coupe Unlimited (only allowed changes are Seat, Steering Wheel, Shifter, Pedals, Safety Harnesses)****
*****Safety Equipment: Although safety is ultimately the responsibility of the driver, Viper Days' MINIMUM requirements are:******
Helmets must be Snell 95 or newer AND less than 5 years old. Motorcycle helmets require a balaclava.
Long sleeve shirt, long pants, soft sole enclosed toe shoes, gloves required for all classes.
Driver's Suit (2 layer min), Nomex Gloves, Neck Restraint required for Unlimited, Comp Coupe Unlimited classes.
Neck Restraint highly recommended for all classes.
RT/10's must have a roll bar or hardtop.
SRT/10's must have a roll bar; hard top is NOT allowed
Fire extinguisher required for Unlimited Class
5 or 6 point harnesses mandatory for SRT/10's.
5 or 6 point harnesses mandatory for all other cars if you attend 3 or more events.
5 or 6 Point Harnesses must be safety clipped for all classes.
PLEASE order your tires BEFORE you go to the event. Call Bobby @ 817-877-1772
If you have questions or comments please contact Courtney Thomas at [email protected] or call 847-594-8477 www.viperdays.com
www.gingermanraceway To get directions, hot lap around the track, track map, etc…
www.weather.com and type in the zip code of 49090 to get the area weather
www.mapquest.com to get directions to and from your house to the track, hotel etc..
