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  1. hairy_scotsman

    hairy_scotsman Formula 3

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    The only lot I know of that's been paved is the small Lot E. The rest look just like last year.
     
    hairy_scotsman, Oct 19, 2016
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  2. hairy_scotsman

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    Yeah, I've seen more than one incident like the one described above with the McLaren. Literally laying all over the hood with riveted & rhinestoned jeans, etc. Unreal. They just don't give a f***.

    As for the difference between Lot F and Lot L for the poster further back in the thread, the quality of the lots is the same, but Lot L is pretty near Turn 9. Lot F would be a PITA. I'd leave the Ferrari at home, and park the 4x4 in Lot L.
     
    hairy_scotsman, Oct 19, 2016
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  3. speedyellow08

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    My ticket calls for PSL tent Access. Is it worth visiting ? I am at MG 4A I assume it is a good location. First time getting this ticket. Any input? Thanks.
     
    speedyellow08, Oct 19, 2016
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  4. rob lay

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    Lot F is pretty much just great for Turn 12, which is one of the best turns IMHO.
     
    rob lay, Oct 20, 2016
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  5. Mr Different

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    Yes, for two reasons: Less of a crowd and a roof. The PSL tents and Velocity Lounge (to which you should also have access) all have TV screens and a bar, but the big advantage to me has always been the ability to escape the crowds and the sun.
     
    Mr Different, Oct 20, 2016
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  6. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    Tents have a bar and furniture, with food vendor trailers adjacent .

    So, yes a good spot to rest and enjoy shade
     
    BigTex, Oct 20, 2016
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  7. BigTex

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    Main Grandstand has Velocity Lounge for the same services, huge big screen
     
    BigTex, Oct 20, 2016
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  8. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    Manda Racing should arrive today to spot the RV, and then we are off to The Salt Lick, and the Broken Spoke.

    If anyone needs the actual address to my HQ on South Congress at Live Oak, its:
    2203 Lindell Avenue 78704

    832 801-0670

    Call before you get to the track, as I don't know if they brought Cell On Wheels from AT&T or not this year.....if not, towers will saturate.
     
    BigTex, Oct 20, 2016
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  9. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    Come get your picture in the giant sculpture in the esplanade!!

    Landmarks facing Congress are Adlucent (to the north), and if you are at Lucy's Chicken (great food BTW) you have gone too far south!

    It's a big green house with wrap around porch, so while the north porch looks like the front, it actually faces west to Lindell.

    South Congress of course has great live music every weekend....but maybe Taylor will drop by, slumming...;)
     
    BigTex, Oct 20, 2016
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  10. Bob in Texas

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    Well, looks like all is ready. All the COTA directional signs are up on Hwy 71, east and west bound and IH130.

    If coming from the Houston area, the first sign just past Bastrop points you down the back roads of Wolf Lane. If it were me (and I live here), I'd go another 3 miles to Kellam Road. Signs posted there as well. Kellam Road takes you directly to COTA.
    Perfect weather and COTA is saying it'll be the 2nd biggest crowd ever. Let the festivities begin.
     
    Bob in Texas, Oct 20, 2016
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  11. hairy_scotsman

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    Ol' SPT's retired now, right? Tell him I said Hi!
     
    hairy_scotsman, Oct 20, 2016
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    What is the track rule on bringing snacks or bottle water in? (I've got a 9 year old with us)

    Aaron
     
    ATSAaron, Oct 20, 2016
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  13. Schatten

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    One sealed bottle per person allowed. No food. But, for snacks, wrap them in your rain jacket/windbreaker or stuff them into the bottom of your bags. I usually carry a few granola bars to help through the day.
     
    Schatten, Oct 20, 2016
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    Awwww, man!! You're making me want to make the drive down. If only the rest of the world wasn't congregating in Austin too.
     
    willrace, Oct 20, 2016
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  15. Brian A

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    What are the must-do things at the track before the race starts?

    Do I just glue myself to my seat during the race itself?

    Arrive in Austin from California on Saturday afternoon.

    This is going to be fun.
     
    Brian A, Oct 20, 2016
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    I won't be making it this year as I had planned, maybe next year.
     
    WJHMH, Oct 20, 2016
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    Also arriving from California on Saturday - can't wait! :)



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  19. rob lay

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    no way!!!
     
    rob lay, Oct 21, 2016
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    I'd say it partially depends on what kind of seat you have and where it is. If you're gen adm, I'd want to at least walk the accessible parts to see how long it takes to get from one area to the other - it can take a while. That way you will know how to time your walks so as not to miss any on-track action.

    Otherwise, Grand Plaza area is where a lot of the food/souvenirs/displays will be. Lines can be long, so again, you may want to scout out ahead of time so you don't miss anything.
     
    bbs911, Oct 21, 2016
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  21. Rothbauer_Racing

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    Vettle! Very nice, I arrive Saturday morning to Austin for the F1 weekend. Weather looks great and Ferrari is looking better this year for COTA. Let's hope Vettle or Kimi make podium.

    Ciao,

    Stanislaus R.R.


     
    Rothbauer_Racing, Oct 21, 2016
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  22. Brian A

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    We had a great time at COTA today. Thank you Texas!
     
    Brian A, Oct 23, 2016
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  23. jkddad

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    Glad you enjoyed it. Didn't get a chance to make it this year, but it is always fun.
     
    jkddad, Oct 23, 2016
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  25. BigTex

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    Several years now...go by, and tell him:
    "Get a haircut, ya' damn hippie""

    He lost my dog TWICE, over the weekend.

    It would be dead, except he went to the Southside Pizza, before crossing seven lanes of South Congress!

    I got phone calls, off the engraved tag he had, no rabies vaccine yet.....
     
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