A Typical Day

Schedule and Procedures

All Cascade Tracktime events operate as a two group format (30 minutes out of every hour per group). The only exception to this is for the events where we conduct our CT New Racer School (NRS). For those dates, we run a three group (20 minutes of every hour per group) format throughout the day.

To keep prices down, lunch, snacks and drinks are NOT provided. Plan ahead. We HIGHLY recommend for you to bring your own food and plenty of drinks. Food is available for purchase at the event through each track's concession vendor. There are also restaurants near each track, but these restaurants may not be the most convenient choice. Again, please plan ahead.

3 Group Day*
7:00 AM	Gates open. Sign release form, pick your pit spot and unload.
7:30 AM	Rider registration opens. Registration at the Cascade Tracktime pit. Sign necessary forms, receive tech stickers and receipts, and post payment if necessary (late payment fee applies).
7:45 AM	Technical inspection opens near registration. All motorcycles must pass tech prior to on track activities.
8:30 AM	Rider registration closes. Early arrivals have priority. Please arrive on time.
8:30 AM	Tech inspection closes. Tech is available on a case by case basis throughout the day (i.e., post crash, late arrival, bike didn't pass first time, etc.)
8:30 AM	Mandatory riders meeting near tech and registration. Listen for announcements.
8:50 AM	Riders meeting ends. 8:57 AM: Racetrack orientation (2 Control Laps) available for those who wish to participate.
9:00 AM	Group 1 Session Free instruction available for all riding groups (locations TBD on event day).
9:20 AM	Group 2 Session
9:40 AM	NRS Group Schedule continues throughout the remainder of the morning with Group 1 out on the hour, Group 2 out on the :20, and NRS Group out on the :40.
5:00 PM	Closes (may close earlier depending on other event scheduling). Pack up, and see you at the next event.
*Schedule subject to change

2 Group Day*
7:00 AM	Gates open. Sign release form, pick your pit spot and unload.
7:30 AM	Rider registration opens. Registration at the Cascade Tracktime pit. Sign necessary forms, receive tech stickers and receipts, and post payment if necessary (late payment fee applies).
7:45 AM	Technical inspection opens near registration. All motorcycles must pass tech prior to on track activities.
8:30 AM	Rider registration closes. Early arrivals have priority. Please arrive on time.
8:30 AM	Tech inspection closes. Tech is available on a case by case basis throughout the day (i.e., post crash, late arrival, bike didn't pass first time, etc.)
8:30 AM	Mandatory riders meeting near tech and registration. Listen for announcements.
8:50 AM	Riders meeting ends. 8:57 AM: Racetrack orientation (2 Control Laps) available for those who wish to participate.
9:00 AM	Group 1 out first. Alternating throughout the day on the :00 with A+ and A riding levels.
9:30 AM	Group 2 Alternating throughout the day on the :30 with the B and C riding levels
5:00 PM	Track Closes (may close earlier depending on other event scheduling). Pack up, and see you at the next event.
*Schedule subject to change

Cascade Tracktime 2 Group Format (30 minutes every hour)

The rider groups for Cascade Tracktime are designed to allow our riders to ride with less traffic in groups of similar speeds, resulting in safer, more controlled and fun environment. Select your riding group wisely. If we feel that a particular rider belongs in a different group, we will place you in that group for the next session. You can only ride in your assigned group. Group jumping is NOT allowed. The on track group will be prominently displayed at the track entrance.

After getting alot of feedback from alot of different sources, we have come up with a format that should work very well with a great low price. Starting at the May 1st event at PIR and continuing for the remainder of the year we will have the following format:

Group 1 (Levels A+ and A) 30 Minute Sessions every hour consisting of both Level A and A+ riders.
	Expert Track Rider/Fast Intended for fast and experienced track riders who are capable at riding at a fast racetrack pace. No courteous passing restrictions (6' Cushion). Safety related passing restrictions may apply. Details discussed at the mandatory rider's meeting. This level rides 30 minutes out of every two hours. To ride 30 minutes every hour, you must purchase a Group 1 event.
	Licensed Racer/Experienced Fast Rider Intended for extremely fast and experienced track riders who are capable at riding at a sustained, fast racetrack pace. No courteous passing restrictions (6' Cushion). Safety related passing restrictions may apply. Details discussed at the mandatory rider's meeting. This level rides 30 minutes out of every two hours. To ride 30 minutes every hour, you must purchase a Group 1 event.

Group 2 (Levels B and C) 30 Minute Sessions every hour consisting of Level B and Level C riders.
	Intermediate Rider Intended for intermediate and experienced track riders who are capable at riding at a moderate racetrack pace. No courteous passing restrictions (6' Cushion). Safety related passing restrictions may apply. Details discussed at the mandatory rider's meeting. This level rides 30 minutes out of every two hours. To ride 30 minutes every hour, you must purchase a Group 2 event.
	Beginner/Slow Track Rider Intended for slower-paced track riders. No courteous passing restrictions (6' Cushion). Safety related passing restrictions may apply. Details discussed at the mandatory rider's meeting. This level rides 30 minutes out of every two hours. To ride 30 minutes every hour, you must purchase a Group 2 event.

Group and Level Riding Schedule

As you can see, this schedule provides each Level four (4) 30 minute sessions for a total of two hours on track per day. Compare that to the typical 20 minute session with a lunch break and with Cascade Tracktime you get almost the same amount of track time for only $139 ($34.75/session). Riders who wish to ride 30 minutes for each hour (complete Group) receive eight (8) 30 minute sessions for $219 ($27.38/session). Those of you who have purchased ticket packs, it will be very simple. Each Level will be 75 points and the full Group will be 150 (same as current).

9:00: Group 1 Level A 9:30: Group 2 Level C 10:00: Group 1 Level A+ 10:30: Group 2 Level B 11:00: Group 1 Level A 11:30: Group 2 Level C 12:00: Group 1 Level A+ 12:30: Group 2 Level B 1:00: Group 1 Level A 1:30: Group 2 Level C 2:00: Group 1 Level A+ 2:30: Group 2 Level B 3:00: Group 1 Level A 3:30: Group 2 Level C 4:00: Group 1 Level A+ 4:30: Group 2 Level B

Flags

As visual and safety aids, flags of various colors and configurations will be used throughout the track during track sessions. Keep your eyes open for these at the start and end of every session, and various safety corner stations thoughout the track.

	Green	The track is open and clear. This will only be placed on the front straight or at pit out. It is commonly replaced with a "GO" sign as well.
	Yellow	(Standing): Get your head/vision up and no passing in the corners until the standing yellow is taken down. Passing on the straights is permitted. Group 2 you will have a standing yellow for the first lap of each session of the day. (Waving): Extreme caution, get your head/vision up: Incident ahead on the track or in the impact zone. No Passing until after the incident.
	Red	This flag will always be waived when used. All riders signal your intentions to reduce speed (hand up or foot off). Always signal first to warn the riders behind you who may not have seen the flag. NO PASSING!!! Continue around the track at a significantly reduced pace and proceed to the hot pit lane for instructions. You may also proceed directly to you pit space. The track is closed.
	Black	(Pointing at you): Continue around the track at reduced speed and off the riding line. Exit the track and speak to the "starter" flagman
	Blue	Shown on the front straight when riders are entering the track from the hot pit. Use extreme caution.
	Checker	The session is over. This flag is displayed in multiple turn stations. You do NOT get an extra cool down lap. Once the checker is displayed, signal your intentions, reduce speed, and exit the track.