Zoom-Fest '09, July 18th-19th, Road Atlanta, Georgia

[bwaits]

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We are proud to announce the second annual event date has been set. Due to the success of last years event and the maturity shown by our guest, MazdaMeets.com was able to work out an ANNUAL deal with Road Atlanta and the SCCA.

Mazdameets.com will be hosting Zoom-Fest '09 on July 18-19th at the infamous Road Atlanta course, which offers a gorgeous 2.5 mile track, 750 acres, and close proximity to all needed amenities. This again will be a 2 day festival type event for all Mazda and Mazda powered vehicles. We strive to deliver a safe and enjoyable weekend where you can meet new people, hang out with some old faces and take your car to the limit!

Over the next few months the organizers will be finalizing all the details. We will keep you up to date as more information becomes available. The things we do know at this time will help you plan for the weekend.

* Guest can show up as early as Friday Morning!
* Camping will be allowed, and encouraged!
* All ages are welcomed!
* There will be numerous opportunities to drive the race track, including a PDX (3 - 20 minute sessions with a driving instructor - At Speed!)
* Swap Meet - No charge to sell your extra parts!
* Saturday night outdoor movie!
* Much, much more to be announced!


We hope to see you there. Please keep an eye out for updates posted at MazdaMeets.com.


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[Brent]

Looks like a fun time! I'll prob. make it out as long as I am home then.

[WE3RX7]

it'd be a hike to get down there, but I heard good things from last year's event. I'll see if I can come down.

[Kentetsu]

It sounds pretty yummy Billy. :) It would be a hell of a drive, but after making to DGRR and back without a single issue I'm a bit more willing to do something like this.

[Brent]

Does anyone know what day the HPDE will be? Or have an event schedule? I have my brothers wedding on the 18th, but I think I'm going to try and make it on the 19th.

[bwaits]

The PDX and Time Attack will both be on Sunday. More info soon.

BTW, you will need to be at the drivers meeting early Sunday morning. Maybe 8AM or so...

-billy

[Brent]

Hell's yeah!! That works out great! I'll be there. I'll drive up Saturday night. Thanks for the info. Billy. Look forward to getting my RESpeed filler neck and oil pedestal on before then for that extra 50hp :D

[89fc3s]

i will try to make it

[bwaits]

We are happy to announce a number of great things were finalized over the last week.

First, We would like to welcome a few new sponsors for the event.

Great American Sign Company has again signed up for this year and will be responsible for another superb quality event T-Shirt. Anyone who has one of last years shirt will tell you - They are top notch. http://www.greatamericansignco.com/
Grassroots Motorsports Magazine has joined us this year. Along with product for the raffle there will be an add run in the next issue as well as an event article in the following issue. http://grassrootsmotorsports.com
www.RotaryCarClub.Com has signed up this year as the "rotary forum" sponsor. I have known one of the owners for a number of years now. We are proud they have embraced the event and together we can build awareness on the East Coast for Mazda and Mazda powered vehicles as well as American road racing and AutoX.
Re-Speed will of course be very active this year. Re-Speed plans to introduce a bunch of brand new items for the old school rotaries at the event.
We have been working with a number of other potential sponsors that have responded to our inquiries. Once they finalize their involvement we will announce them as well.

Second, through diligent efforts form the Zoom-Fest promoters the "Time Attack" style AutoX is 100% a go. We have secured the "skid pad" area of the Road Atlanta facility and the Atlanta Region SCCA will operate the event for us. This is a Zoom-Fest exclusive event. It has been setup for novices through pros and stock cars though full blown race. There will be awards for "FTD" in at least 4 classes. This is a huge deal for this years event!

Last but not least, registration is open!

You can sign up for the event here -> http://www.mazdameets.com (http://www.mazdameets.com/viewforum.php?f=16)

You can also find the answers to all you questions in the FAQ -> http://www.mazdameets.com (http://www.mazdameets.com/viewforum.php?f=16)

[Proxy One]

Hellz yeah I cant wait, good work Billy.

[FDSeoul]

shopping for ticket price:)

[lt1_fd3s]

shopping for ticket price:)
damn, you show up i might just have to come down and hang out the weekend before my b-day...

[HDP]

In on 1... will be running before the 7 goes in for hail repair and paint.

[Herblenny]

I've heard there is a track day?? How do I sign up for that?

[ZGN]

I was a bit conused on that as well. It looks like $30 for the weekend and $80 for the track event but I could be wrong.

[aws140]

Here is the registration page:

http://mrcmfg.com/mazdameets/catalog/

To register for the event is $30. This comes with all of the amenities of being a registered guest. Saturday they will have track lapping. I believe last year it was sometime around noon and it was free of charge.

There will also be a PDX Sunday that you can register for as well, but it is optional. The same is true for the autox/time attack scheduled for Sunday as well. They are optional so you can choose which you would like to do at your own discretion.

[Herblenny]

How do we sign up for the PDX and do you have any info?

[bwaits]

How do we sign up for the PDX and do you have any info?

Phil, the PDX registration will open around 1 month before the event. We will provide a link once it is open. The Zoom-Fest registration will get you the reduced rate for the PDX.

In the racing world each event is covered under what is called "supplemental regulations". The SRs will be out when the registration opens. For now though you can view the SR for the May event - The info will be about the same:

http://www.atlantascca.org/documents/Race%20Docs/2009/0905_PDX_Supps.pdf

[bwaits]

Some more sponsor updates.

* RotorSports Racing has signed on for this year. -> http://www.rotorsportsracing.com

* We are close to securing a title sponsor for the time attack style autoX, more info when we have secured the deal

* If you have not already signed up registration is open
-> http://www.mazdameets.com

[BigIslandSevens]

Just registered us for this years event. Can't wait to do it again

[Herblenny]

Thanks Billy for that info..

I'm also waiting for an answer from my wife as she's starting a new job in July..

[Brent]

Billy, can you describe the PDX/Time Attack some more. Basically I'm a little confused :) I saw where it says "Auto X style Time Attack" on one of the threads. Is the PDX/Time Attack going to be on the Road Atlanta course or is it in the parking lot? Thanks man.

[bwaits]

Sure thing, here is the Skinny.

The AutoX:

is operated for us by the Atlanta region SCCA Solo. AutoX is an event that is setup in parking lots with the use of cones to establish the course. Normally there are a bunch of classes based on the vehicles performance and then modifications.

Our event will be a "Time Attack" style event. What we mean by this is that there will be 4 classes and the fastest in the class wins. These are Piston or Rotary powered and then Stock or Modified. This allows us all to have a great time without all the normal confusion over classes and where your car fits. Bottom line this mean more runs and less hassle.

For those that have never seen an AutoX or the skid pad area at road Atlanta I will elaborate a bit. The skid pad area is a large open area with a few paved courses. There will be more "paved road" than cones. What this means is that for first time AutoX competitors there is WAY less risk in crashing and the course will be very easy to navigate. This does not mean it will be boring to the more advanced drivers either.

The AutoX is open only to Zoom-Fest attendees only. You are not required any special cages or crazy stuff like that. You should bring a helmet since the loaner helmets may be few. Trust me, your arms will we worn out at the end of this event.

The PDX:

The PDX is operated by the SCCA Road Race division. This is not our event specifically, though we have worked out a special price for Zoom-Fest attendees. You will save $30.

A PDX puts you on the race track with others of your same skill level. There are 3 groups. First group is for first time PDXers. You will have an instructor in the car with you. Second group is for those who have PDXed in the past. You will also have an instructor in the car with you. Third group is for experienced drivers without instructors.

You will only be allowed to pass in certain areas of the track based on your group. Mainly the straights. They set a speed limit for the first two groups of 110MPH. If you have never been on Road Atlanta you will not feel "held back" at this speed. Most IT and Spec Miatas normally only see 130 MPH anyways.

This is an instructional style event not a race. By the end of the event you will have scared the crap out of yourself and learned a good bit of information from some great instructors.

We do not register this event. We will provide a link once the SCCA opens registration. This is normally 1 month before the event date. You will sign up and pay the SCCA directly.

This is open to street legal cars only. Cars must be muffled and not exceed street limit sound. Convertibles must have a roll bar. This link is for the rules from the May event. The July event rules will be 99% the same. You will need a helmet, long sleeve shirt and long pants.
http://www.atlantascca.org/documents/Race%20Docs/2009/0905_PDX_Supps.pdf

About Both

Each event is a bit different but both are still equally enjoyable. We have scheduled the weekend so that you can do both.

The PDX and AutoX are optional for Zoom-Fest 09.

You can add the AutoX to your shopping cart when registering for Zoom-Fest. The PDX registration link and info will be posted later.

[Brent]

Thanks for the info billy. That's what I needed to know. I was at road atlanta on monday and had a blast. I am looking forward to this event

[staticpat]

The auto-x sounds like fun. And I probably won't burn up my tires in one day.

[Herblenny]

Thanks for that info Billy! I'm very interested in the PDX.. .which means i'll be driving the 8 though :(

[bwaits]

The auto-x sounds like fun. And I probably won't burn up my tires in one day.

Tires will be fine at either the PDX or the AutoX.

-billy

[Kentetsu]

Autocross is probably a lot harder on tires than time spent on a track. More experienced drivers can make their tires last, but its very easy to "oversteer" during an autocross and start scrubbing the tires real bad. This goes along with the saying "you need to slow down if you want to go fast". I am very hard on my tires. lol.

[Herblenny]

Looks like I don't think I could make it... I have a photoshoot in TN weekend after and I have to ask time off for it (I just asked my boss today and found out about the photoshoot date on saturday). And I can't take 2 weekends in a roll as we laid 2 people from my work...

Sorry about this Billy.. I really REALLY want to make it out there!! I'll let you know if something changes.. Maybe I could head out for a day.. I have to check.

[Proxy One]

That sux just come out for one day, Saturday would be better as that is the meet/greet show and shit. Sunday is all the driving events.

[RotaryRoadRage]

i wanna run , but i won't be able to.. atleast i can make it speaking that i couldn't make it to the gap lol

[Herblenny]

That sux just come out for one day, Saturday would be better as that is the meet/greet show and shit. Sunday is all the driving events.

I don't think I can... I have to work both days to make up for the weekend after (taking part thursday and all day friday). I don't have to be in all day saturday but I don't know until few days before. Also Porsche 250 is that weekend, which I'll check out for a bit since its in my back yard.. Are you going to IA in Nashville?

[Proxy One]

Hmmm IA in Nashville? maybe this is the first ive heard of it, ill have to see when it is.

[Herblenny]

Its week after Zoom fest.

[Proxy One]

I found their site, what day are you planning on going? Both?

l8r

[Herblenny]

Me and Stephen are going thursday night.. leaving sunday afternoon. I have a photo shoot on friday.

[bwaits]

I interrupt this conversation to bring you news about zoom-fest :) J/K

Just a reminder that registration for Zoom-Fest will close Sunday morning.

This is to ensure we have everyone accounted for and to give time to print the shirts.

You must pre-register for the event.

Visit www.mazdameets.com to sign up.

[Herblenny]

Sorry about that Billy :) at least I'm bumping the thread..

[ZGN]

Zoomfest was a blast! Rotortossing, moped jumping/time attack, movie, prize give aways, free food / drinks :) and pdx, and a lot more... Good times with everyone! Hope to see everyone again at the next one!

Thanks Billy @ Re-Speed.com (http://www.re-speed.com/)for having us out there.

[HDP]

Where's the pics?

[ROTORX7Holly]

Where's the pics?
There is a whole separate thread in this section with pics and vids. Go here:
http://rotarycarclub.com/rotary_forum/showthread.php?t=8606

Glad you and Denise made it over. Do you have pics to post of ZoomFest?

Holly