[Jake Robb]

Hi all, I'm new here. My name is Jake. Some of you may know me as a moderator at CamaroZ28.com.

I have an '02 Z28 M6, and just enough racing experience to know that I want to do it as often as possible. Some CZ28ers recommended that I come over here to get the advice I need, since everybody over there seems to prefer drag racing. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/loco.gif)

I've tried drag, and it's fun, but autocross and open track days are a lot more fun! I haven't tried road racing yet, but to be honest I'm not sure how it differs from an open track day. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[CMC #37]

Welcome Jake! You have gotten some great advice here. Open track days are a lot of fun but you may not come home with the car one time. Physical damage to you is rare with proper safety equipment but always a risk. Being on track is a controlled situation, but all variables, like you, your car, other cars, etc. cannot all be controlled 100% of the time. Be sure to go for max. safety or buy a car you can set up with a proper cage and such for track days. My friend Matt Gork on here has had a great Camaro for sale on here all set up for HPDE/ autox for a killer price. If you get hooked on track days then a car like this will be what you want. Keep your beauty for street cruisin'.

I would do autox first to get good basics then plan on getting a lot of instruction on track. There's nothing like having a good set of skills to maximize your fun and give you your best shot at being safe. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Looking forward to hearing about your experiences!