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Viper Days Driving School and the Viper Racing League will be at Putnam Park Road Course Sept 12-14, 2003. Come on out and drive a very FUN and SAFE track! We will have plenty of instructors and a great classroom for rookies all the way up to the advanced drivers. There will be approx 8-10 Competition Coupes at the event racing!!!
I have sent out a mass e mail to all that entered the event. If you have not received it please e mail me or read the below and send me your answers!
Hope to see you all at the track either driving or spectating!!
See you at the Track!!
Viper Days, Inc.
Hello Viper Drivers:
Putnam Park will be our 6th event of the Eastern Region!! This will be a sold out event!!! .
Below you will find the details for the Putnam event. If this is your first event of the year, please go to www.viperdays.com and fill out the application and Med+Stats forms online. If nothing has changed in your medical history please fill in your name and age and press send. Once you have filled them out press send. Once I receive them I will e-mail you back a confirmation! If you are planning on attending the event PLEASE e-mail me back the answers and you are all set. Call Courtney if you have any additional questions or comments! 847-594-8477
We will be running the Full road course clockwise for all 3 days.
**SRT/10's must have a roll bar; hard top is NOT allowed**
NEW RULES FOR THIS YEAR!! See the details sheet below for the new changes.
TIRE UPDATE:
The new DOT tire the "Michelin Pilot Sport Cup” will be available in adequate quantities for the Putnam event. With that said the Michelin Challenge Series will be on Michelin Tires exclusively. The Michelin Sport Cup tires to be run in the Super Mod and Unlimited classes. Please order your Sport Cup or street tires from Bobby Archer. 800-696-0264 ALL TIRE ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED BY WEDNESDAY SEPT 3RD BY 6PM CENTRAL STANDARD TIME, 800-696-0264 OR YOU WILL NOT HAVE ANY TIRES FOR THE EVENT!!
TRACKSIDE SERVICE:
Archer Racing Accessories will be on hand to do full trackside service and repair from alignments to performance modifications and safety improvement. We will also have a great display of other viper memorabilia and accessories. Please call John for your car’s appointment. 218-727-4806.
TRAILER/RIG PARKING:
The track will be open to accept parking on all day Friday starting at 7am. You could also park in hotel lot or in the streets! NO THURSDAY DROP OFF!!! Do not even ask. You will never get in!
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES
NOT ALLOWED to camp on the grounds overnight. Move outside the gates to sleep
GATE HOURS:
Friday 7am-6:30
m Sat 7am-7pm, Sunday 7am-7pm
Please answer the following questions by Wednesday Sept 4th otherwise you will be dropped from the list and your spot sold!!
1. Do you plan on attending the Putnam Event? Yes Or No
2. Friday Test & Tune: For advanced driver only!! Call Courtney for OK if you have a question about your skill level 847-594-8477. Full day driving: $250 8-5 No Lunch or half day $175 1-5:30 No Lunch
3. 1 or 2 days? $300 1-day $615 2 days for your 1st & 3rd event (This includes the one time $50 off VCA discount ) or $665 if this is your 2nd or 4th event
4. 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. If you are bringing children please let Courtney know so she can arrange kids meals.
5. Food selection for the Sat PM dinner at the Walden Inn:
A. Peppered Bacon Wrapped fillet Mignon topped with sherry mustard Aioli
B. Grilled Atlantic Salmon with mango habanero sauce
C. Penne pasta with Chicken, broccoli, feta cheese, sundried tomatoes & pesto
Hotel Reservation:
Walden Inn 800-225-8655 (Host hotel) SOLD OUT
Commercial House Bed & Breakfast 765-653-6579 (2nd choice)
Holiday Inn Express 765-795-5050 (3rd Choice)
Ramada Inn 765-795-3500 (4th Choice)
2003 VIPER DAYS
DETAILS FOR…….. Putnam Park Sept 12th, 13th & 14th, 2003
SIXTH EVENT OF THE EASTERN REGION : Come out to the track and test your car driving skills and learn some
new ones www.putnampark.com Track Address: Putnam Park 5251 S. County Rd. 550 East, Mt.Meridian, IN 46135
FRIDAY TEST & TUNE: A test and tune day is available! Friday will be open for “advanced drivers” for a test and tune day. No rookies are allowed. 9am-5pm we will be running 2 run groups all day!! $250 full day no lunch and $175 for half day no lunch 1-5pm. Call Courtney for approval.
COST: $665.00 or $615.00 for VCA member one time discount(VCA # required) - for a registration/reception party at the Walden Inn, two lunches, and a Saturday night banquet at the Walden Inn , commemorative gift and extensive track time. One day entry $300 includes 2+/- hours of track time & lunch only!! You can add a dinner for $45 addt’l
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 Walden Inn to make room reservations. Mention the Viper Days room block for the discounted rate. Rooms will be released August 13th! So call NOW!!!! Secondary Hotel: : Holiday Inn Express 765-795-5050 . Ramada Inn 765-795-3500 Commercial House Bed & Breakfast 765-653-6579 $85-95
Host Hotel Walden Inn 800-225-8655
2 Seminary Square
Greencastle, IN 46135
55 Rooms Reserved!! $70-95
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 The track will be open to accept parking on all day Friday starting at 7am. You could also park in hotel lot or in the streets! NO THURSDAY DROP OFF!!!
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES NOT ALLOWED to camp on the grounds overnight. Move outside the gates to sleep.
FUEL 104 unleaded and 110 leaded will be sold at the track. Check and cash only. There is a gas station 3 miles away for 93 octane.
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 Walden Inn. 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: Friday 7am-7m Sat 7am-7pm, Sunday 7am-7pm
TRACK INFO
SATURDAY: If arriving on Saturday morning, be at the track by 7AM for registration and tech inspection. MANDATORY drivers meeting at 8:15. The track will go hot at 9 and run thru 6pm. Classroom instruction begins at 9AM, Banquet at The Walden Inn 6:45 cocktails 7:15 dinner
SUNDAY: Be at the track by 8:00 AM. Driver meeting at 8:40 the track will go hot at 9-6.
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.
RT/10's must have a roll bar or hardtop.
SRT/10's must have a roll bar; hard top is NOT allowed
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.
PLEASE order your tires BEFORE you go to the event. Call Bobby @ 817-877-1772
If you have questions or comments please contact Courtney Thomas at [email protected] or call 847-594-8477 www.viperdays.com
www.putnampark.com to get directions, hot lap around the track, track map, etc…
www.weather.com and type in the zip code of 46135 to get the area weather
www.mapquest.com to get directions to and from your house to the track, hotel etc
I have sent out a mass e mail to all that entered the event. If you have not received it please e mail me or read the below and send me your answers!
Hope to see you all at the track either driving or spectating!!
See you at the Track!!
Viper Days, Inc.
Hello Viper Drivers:
Putnam Park will be our 6th event of the Eastern Region!! This will be a sold out event!!! .
Below you will find the details for the Putnam event. If this is your first event of the year, please go to www.viperdays.com and fill out the application and Med+Stats forms online. If nothing has changed in your medical history please fill in your name and age and press send. Once you have filled them out press send. Once I receive them I will e-mail you back a confirmation! If you are planning on attending the event PLEASE e-mail me back the answers and you are all set. Call Courtney if you have any additional questions or comments! 847-594-8477
We will be running the Full road course clockwise for all 3 days.
**SRT/10's must have a roll bar; hard top is NOT allowed**
NEW RULES FOR THIS YEAR!! See the details sheet below for the new changes.
TIRE UPDATE:
The new DOT tire the "Michelin Pilot Sport Cup” will be available in adequate quantities for the Putnam event. With that said the Michelin Challenge Series will be on Michelin Tires exclusively. The Michelin Sport Cup tires to be run in the Super Mod and Unlimited classes. Please order your Sport Cup or street tires from Bobby Archer. 800-696-0264 ALL TIRE ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED BY WEDNESDAY SEPT 3RD BY 6PM CENTRAL STANDARD TIME, 800-696-0264 OR YOU WILL NOT HAVE ANY TIRES FOR THE EVENT!!
TRACKSIDE SERVICE:
Archer Racing Accessories will be on hand to do full trackside service and repair from alignments to performance modifications and safety improvement. We will also have a great display of other viper memorabilia and accessories. Please call John for your car’s appointment. 218-727-4806.
TRAILER/RIG PARKING:
The track will be open to accept parking on all day Friday starting at 7am. You could also park in hotel lot or in the streets! NO THURSDAY DROP OFF!!! Do not even ask. You will never get in!
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES
NOT ALLOWED to camp on the grounds overnight. Move outside the gates to sleep
GATE HOURS:
Friday 7am-6:30
m Sat 7am-7pm, Sunday 7am-7pmPlease answer the following questions by Wednesday Sept 4th otherwise you will be dropped from the list and your spot sold!!
1. Do you plan on attending the Putnam Event? Yes Or No
2. Friday Test & Tune: For advanced driver only!! Call Courtney for OK if you have a question about your skill level 847-594-8477. Full day driving: $250 8-5 No Lunch or half day $175 1-5:30 No Lunch
3. 1 or 2 days? $300 1-day $615 2 days for your 1st & 3rd event (This includes the one time $50 off VCA discount ) or $665 if this is your 2nd or 4th event
4. 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. If you are bringing children please let Courtney know so she can arrange kids meals.
5. Food selection for the Sat PM dinner at the Walden Inn:
A. Peppered Bacon Wrapped fillet Mignon topped with sherry mustard Aioli
B. Grilled Atlantic Salmon with mango habanero sauce
C. Penne pasta with Chicken, broccoli, feta cheese, sundried tomatoes & pesto
Hotel Reservation:
Walden Inn 800-225-8655 (Host hotel) SOLD OUT
Commercial House Bed & Breakfast 765-653-6579 (2nd choice)
Holiday Inn Express 765-795-5050 (3rd Choice)
Ramada Inn 765-795-3500 (4th Choice)
2003 VIPER DAYS
DETAILS FOR…….. Putnam Park Sept 12th, 13th & 14th, 2003
SIXTH EVENT OF THE EASTERN REGION : Come out to the track and test your car driving skills and learn some
new ones www.putnampark.com Track Address: Putnam Park 5251 S. County Rd. 550 East, Mt.Meridian, IN 46135
FRIDAY TEST & TUNE: A test and tune day is available! Friday will be open for “advanced drivers” for a test and tune day. No rookies are allowed. 9am-5pm we will be running 2 run groups all day!! $250 full day no lunch and $175 for half day no lunch 1-5pm. Call Courtney for approval.
COST: $665.00 or $615.00 for VCA member one time discount(VCA # required) - for a registration/reception party at the Walden Inn, two lunches, and a Saturday night banquet at the Walden Inn , commemorative gift and extensive track time. One day entry $300 includes 2+/- hours of track time & lunch only!! You can add a dinner for $45 addt’l
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 Walden Inn to make room reservations. Mention the Viper Days room block for the discounted rate. Rooms will be released August 13th! So call NOW!!!! Secondary Hotel: : Holiday Inn Express 765-795-5050 . Ramada Inn 765-795-3500 Commercial House Bed & Breakfast 765-653-6579 $85-95
Host Hotel Walden Inn 800-225-8655
2 Seminary Square
Greencastle, IN 46135
55 Rooms Reserved!! $70-95
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 The track will be open to accept parking on all day Friday starting at 7am. You could also park in hotel lot or in the streets! NO THURSDAY DROP OFF!!!
CAMPERS/MOTORCOACHES NOT ALLOWED to camp on the grounds overnight. Move outside the gates to sleep.
FUEL 104 unleaded and 110 leaded will be sold at the track. Check and cash only. There is a gas station 3 miles away for 93 octane.
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 Walden Inn. 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: Friday 7am-7
m Sat 7am-7pm, Sunday 7am-7pm TRACK INFO
SATURDAY: If arriving on Saturday morning, be at the track by 7AM for registration and tech inspection. MANDATORY drivers meeting at 8:15. The track will go hot at 9 and run thru 6pm. Classroom instruction begins at 9AM, Banquet at The Walden Inn 6:45 cocktails 7:15 dinner
SUNDAY: Be at the track by 8:00 AM. Driver meeting at 8:40 the track will go hot at 9-6.
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.
RT/10's must have a roll bar or hardtop.
SRT/10's must have a roll bar; hard top is NOT allowed
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.
PLEASE order your tires BEFORE you go to the event. Call Bobby @ 817-877-1772
If you have questions or comments please contact Courtney Thomas at [email protected] or call 847-594-8477 www.viperdays.com
www.putnampark.com to get directions, hot lap around the track, track map, etc…
www.weather.com and type in the zip code of 46135 to get the area weather
www.mapquest.com to get directions to and from your house to the track, hotel etc
