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Enthusiast
Hello Drivers-
The second event of the season is only 22 days away!! We are all excited to
continue the 2003 season in Bakersfield, California. The details are pasted
below this e mail. I also have a few questions I need answered if you plan
on attending the Buttonwillow event!
1. Do you plan on attending the Buttonwillow event? Yes or No
2. 1 or 2 days? $300 1-day 2 +/- hours of Track time includes lunch $615
2-days(or $665 if this is your 2nd event)
3. 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
4. Food selection for the Sat PM dinner at the Sheraton 4-points:
A. Grilled Tri-Tip topped with Shitake Mushroom Peppercorn sauce
B. Sautéed ****** of Chicken with a Tarragon Mushroom Sauce
C. Oven baked Salmon with capers, tomatoes, lemon & butter sauce over
rice
D. Portobello and potato napoleon. (Vegetarian)
Host Hotel Sheraton Four Points: 661-325-9700
5101 California Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
60 Rooms reserved!! Rooms released Feb 1st!!
31 miles away but much nicer and cleaner
***IMPORTANT****
TIRE UPDATE:
Michelin informed us that their new DOT tire the "Michelin Pilot Sport Cup
MIGHT be available for the Buttonwillow. Because there is NO definite
answer to this will will allow the Hoosier DOT and the Michelin Sport Cup
tires to be run in the Super Mod and Unlimited. This will be the LAST event
that you may run your Hoosiers. If you need Hoosiers, Sport Cups or street
tires please call Bobby Archer and order your tires. 817-877-1772
2003 VIPER DAYS
DETAILS FOR.... Buttonwillow Feb. 22nd & 23rd
SECOND EVENT OF THE SEASON: Com e out to the track and test
your car driving skills and learn some new ones. www.buttonwillowraceway.com Configuration #13 "Counter-Clockwise" with
the bus stop, lost hill and the sweeper. Track Address: 24551 Lerdo
Highway Buttonwillow, CA 93206 661-764-5333
FRIDAY TEST & TUNE: Please call the track for the Friday reservations
& info. 661-764-5333 $100 per car, plus $75 per driver, for the day 9-5pm.
No ambulance or Tow truck is available that test day . CALL THE TRACK FOR
RESERVATIONS OR JUST SHOW UP!! DO NOT CALL Courtney
COST: $665.00 or $615.00 for VCA member one time discount(VCA #
required)**s - for a registration/reception party at the Sheraton Four
Points, two lunches, and a Saturday night banquet at the track,
commemorative gift and extensive track time. One day entry $300 includes
lunch!!
GATE/SPECTATOR FEE:. Buttonwillow is charging $10 for every person 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 Sheraton Four Points 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 Feb. 1st So call
NOW!!!! Secondary Hotel: Cheaper/Closer/Dirty Super 8 661-764-5117 or Good
Nite Inn 661-764-5121
Host Hotel: Sheraton Four Points: 661-325-9700
5101 California Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
60 Rooms reserved!! Rooms released August 30th
31 miles away but much nicer and cleaner
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 Thursday drop off OK from 8am-5pm!! Parking
will be open to accept parking all day Friday starting at 7am and for 24
hours until Sun 7pm
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES Are ALLOWED to camp overnight self-contained.
There is a Buttonwillow Security Fee for over night camping that is
$200/night. This fee will be divided up between all of the campers and
Viper Days will charge you your percentage!!
FUEL The track is selling 92 $2.50/gal, 100 unleaded. & 110 leaded for
$5/gal and the full line of VP fuel!
GARAGES FOR RENT: 8 garages are available thru Buttonwillow Direct
$100/2 days. Call Carrie and reserve a garage 661-764-5333
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 Sheraton Four Points. 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: 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-24 hours a day, Sat & Sun
24 hours a day.
TRACK INFO
SATURDAY: The hotel will have a free continental breakfast available, Be
at track by 6:30AM and drive-arounds begin at 7:00. MANDATORY drivers
meeting at 7:20. If arriving on Saturday morning, be at the track by 6:30
AM for registration and tech inspection the track will go hot at 8:00.
Classroom instruction begins at 8:00 AM, Banquet at the Sheraton Four
Points - 6:00 cash bar / dinner at 6:30PM.
SUNDAY: The hotel will have a free continental breakfast available. Be at
the track by 7:30 AM. Driver meeting at 7:45 the track will go hot at 8:00.
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.
SRT/10's and RT/10's must have a roll bar or hardtop.
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.
www.buttonwillowraceway.com to get directions, hot lap around the track,
track map, etc. www.weather.com and type in the zip code of 93206 to get the area weather www.mapquest.com to get directions to and from your house to the track,
hotel, etc.
The second event of the season is only 22 days away!! We are all excited to
continue the 2003 season in Bakersfield, California. The details are pasted
below this e mail. I also have a few questions I need answered if you plan
on attending the Buttonwillow event!
1. Do you plan on attending the Buttonwillow event? Yes or No
2. 1 or 2 days? $300 1-day 2 +/- hours of Track time includes lunch $615
2-days(or $665 if this is your 2nd event)
3. 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
4. Food selection for the Sat PM dinner at the Sheraton 4-points:
A. Grilled Tri-Tip topped with Shitake Mushroom Peppercorn sauce
B. Sautéed ****** of Chicken with a Tarragon Mushroom Sauce
C. Oven baked Salmon with capers, tomatoes, lemon & butter sauce over
rice
D. Portobello and potato napoleon. (Vegetarian)
Host Hotel Sheraton Four Points: 661-325-9700
5101 California Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
60 Rooms reserved!! Rooms released Feb 1st!!
31 miles away but much nicer and cleaner
***IMPORTANT****
TIRE UPDATE:
Michelin informed us that their new DOT tire the "Michelin Pilot Sport Cup
MIGHT be available for the Buttonwillow. Because there is NO definite
answer to this will will allow the Hoosier DOT and the Michelin Sport Cup
tires to be run in the Super Mod and Unlimited. This will be the LAST event
that you may run your Hoosiers. If you need Hoosiers, Sport Cups or street
tires please call Bobby Archer and order your tires. 817-877-1772
2003 VIPER DAYS
DETAILS FOR.... Buttonwillow Feb. 22nd & 23rd
SECOND EVENT OF THE SEASON: Com e out to the track and test
your car driving skills and learn some new ones. www.buttonwillowraceway.com Configuration #13 "Counter-Clockwise" with
the bus stop, lost hill and the sweeper. Track Address: 24551 Lerdo
Highway Buttonwillow, CA 93206 661-764-5333
FRIDAY TEST & TUNE: Please call the track for the Friday reservations
& info. 661-764-5333 $100 per car, plus $75 per driver, for the day 9-5pm.
No ambulance or Tow truck is available that test day . CALL THE TRACK FOR
RESERVATIONS OR JUST SHOW UP!! DO NOT CALL Courtney
COST: $665.00 or $615.00 for VCA member one time discount(VCA #
required)**s - for a registration/reception party at the Sheraton Four
Points, two lunches, and a Saturday night banquet at the track,
commemorative gift and extensive track time. One day entry $300 includes
lunch!!
GATE/SPECTATOR FEE:. Buttonwillow is charging $10 for every person 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 Sheraton Four Points 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 Feb. 1st So call
NOW!!!! Secondary Hotel: Cheaper/Closer/Dirty Super 8 661-764-5117 or Good
Nite Inn 661-764-5121
Host Hotel: Sheraton Four Points: 661-325-9700
5101 California Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93309
60 Rooms reserved!! Rooms released August 30th
31 miles away but much nicer and cleaner
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 Thursday drop off OK from 8am-5pm!! Parking
will be open to accept parking all day Friday starting at 7am and for 24
hours until Sun 7pm
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES Are ALLOWED to camp overnight self-contained.
There is a Buttonwillow Security Fee for over night camping that is
$200/night. This fee will be divided up between all of the campers and
Viper Days will charge you your percentage!!
FUEL The track is selling 92 $2.50/gal, 100 unleaded. & 110 leaded for
$5/gal and the full line of VP fuel!
GARAGES FOR RENT: 8 garages are available thru Buttonwillow Direct
$100/2 days. Call Carrie and reserve a garage 661-764-5333
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 Sheraton Four Points. 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: 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-24 hours a day, Sat & Sun
24 hours a day.
TRACK INFO
SATURDAY: The hotel will have a free continental breakfast available, Be
at track by 6:30AM and drive-arounds begin at 7:00. MANDATORY drivers
meeting at 7:20. If arriving on Saturday morning, be at the track by 6:30
AM for registration and tech inspection the track will go hot at 8:00.
Classroom instruction begins at 8:00 AM, Banquet at the Sheraton Four
Points - 6:00 cash bar / dinner at 6:30PM.
SUNDAY: The hotel will have a free continental breakfast available. Be at
the track by 7:30 AM. Driver meeting at 7:45 the track will go hot at 8:00.
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.
SRT/10's and RT/10's must have a roll bar or hardtop.
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.
www.buttonwillowraceway.com to get directions, hot lap around the track,
track map, etc. www.weather.com and type in the zip code of 93206 to get the area weather www.mapquest.com to get directions to and from your house to the track,
hotel, etc.
