What to expect on Track Day

We run rain or shine (and we have the stories and pics to prove it).  This is very important.  There are no refunds due to rain. 

Sorry, but trucks are not allowed at our events unless specifically mentioned.  We apologize to those people who would like to run trucks, but it is not feasible for us at this time.  3 Balls will continue to re-evaluate our position on this.  If we decide to change our policy, we will make sure it is know. 

First, it’s pretty normal for a group of us to camp out at the track the night before. This is nothing more than an informal gathering; no registration is required. A typical night involves making fun of the guy that showed up in the dark and is trying to setup a new tent with a million poles and no instructions. If you’re that guy, we will offer to help of course, but you should consider how long we have been there. At the very least, we will shine our headlights on you.

The schedule for the actual track day is as follows:

• 7:00AM Gates open
• 8:30AM Mandatory drivers’ meeting
• 9:00AM Group 1 hits the track
• 9:00AM Instruction session for all people in 3 and 4 group plus anyone interested
• 9:20AM Group 2 on track
• 9:40AM Group 3 on track
• 10:00AM Group 4
• 10:20AM Group 1 (after this, we will rotate through the groups 1,2,3,4)
• The groups will continue to rotate throughout the day. These times are not exact and depend on any cautions, weather delay, etc.
• 12:00PM Lunch
• 1:00PM Back on track
• 5:00PM Track Closed

Tech Inspection

All drivers must complete a tech inspection form before the event.  3 Balls Racing is not going to perform an inspection on every car.  It is the responsibility of the driver to complete the tech inspection, or to have a qualified mechanic complete the inspection.  The tech inspection form will be collected before you can go on track.  Link to the form here. 

Drivers’ Meeting

The drivers’ meeting is mandatory. Anyone not attending the meeting will not be allowed on track without visiting the event coordinator. During the drivers’ meeting, the use and meaning of all the flags will be covered, as well as passing zones, track in and out locations, and all other basic rules. All track and weather specific rules will also be covered.

Instruction Session

Many of the people attending track days have limited or no experience. That should not detract from anyone’s ability to have fun, and that is the purpose of this instruction session. Driving on the track is not like taking a highway onramp. During this session, one or more of the experienced instructors at 3 Balls will cover some basic techniques and tips meant to keep you safe and keep the people around you safe. These tips include when to brake, when to turn in, where to keep you hands, when to shift, etc. One session will not make you a professional driver, but it may very well keep you from being the next "Johnny in the Grass".

Lunch

3 Balls Racing will provide lunch and beverages unless otherwise noted. The typical lunch is pizza, but it depends on what is available near each track. We will also provide water and Gatorade throughout the day.