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Originally Posted by Dean
I caution anyone wanting to give their friends rides that the temptation to show off is almost overwhelming. Even as an instructor with a student in the right seat it is difficult. I have to focus on putting the car exactly where I want it and being smooth rather than fast.
I have seen/heard of far more incidents/infractions with friends in the car than without at HPDE type events.
I would also assume you have to be approved to "Solo" before you can have anybody other than an instructor in the car. Cody, based on your excursion last time you were out, not sure you qualify for "Solo" status.  |
That wasn't the "last time I was out." That was the first time I was out (had never autocrossed or been on any road coarse, no motorsports experience whatsoever). I was told I'd get an instructor for the first part of the day but then at the last minute, none were available despite my attempt to secure one all morning long. That spin occurred in the 2nd session. While I take responsibility for the spin, it was irresponsible to let me (or any absolute noob) out there without an instructor when I clearly needed one and made that need as clear to the organizers as possible. Just an FYI, in case you weren't aware.