spa1 Posted May 11, 2015 Share Posted May 11, 2015 Or theres always Drive the Ring if you fancy a new Cooper S, tremendous fun arond here.They also have a special offer on at the moment I believe, four laps including fuel/insurance in a n S.The deal gets you one free share in the company which is worth €395.Hire is €399.Best bit is that the share is redeemable in return for another four laps in a Cooper S whenever you want or just keep the share for the future. I live in Breidscheid and instruct on the Ring (week off this week in preparation for the 24Hr.) Best advice really is ignore any video games as they are a world apart from real life.The gradients are much more severe and the straights not as long. All corners here can be negotiated with one application of lock. Basic rules of thumb is "if you cant see around it, its a VERY late turn in point" Rear view mirrors, USE them EVERY time BEFORE changing lane, ie making the corners as wide as possible. No overtaking on the right, it is illegal as this is a German Highway and all highway regulations apply. Check with your insurance company as to if you're going to be covered-if they tell you no, simply inform them that you should be covered on a German toll road.It has to cover you for the minimum Third Party cover. Most of all enjoy it, its the best in the world and totally unique. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT4 Zed Posted May 11, 2015 Share Posted May 11, 2015 @Spa1 that's the best advice so far. People make too much of the Ring and even though it deserves its reputation if you observe the basic rules, be relaxed and drive to you ability and you will be fine. This website has every other info you'll ever need. http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/mobile.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 11, 2015 Share Posted May 11, 2015 So who here has concrete dates they'll be heading down? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyboy11 Posted May 11, 2015 Share Posted May 11, 2015 (edited) Heading down on Thursday 21st of May, not long now so excited!! We will be returning on the 25th. I just hope the rain stays away! Edited May 11, 2015 by Daveyboy11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 11, 2015 Share Posted May 11, 2015 Ah excellent... the other half is away that weekend for me! Maybe I'll drive down for a day, as amazingly enough, I've never been... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT4 Zed Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Maybe there 23-25th May for my birthday but will be using a Rent-4-ring car but definitely in June between 26-29th with either my zed or M3 depending on which is ready. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Alright, well I am taking the Zed probably either the Saturday 23rd or Sunday 24th May. Daveyboy, you taking your Zed did you say? Either you or GT4 Zed want to meet up there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke0549 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 I'm with daveyboy11 If you see 2 zeds (gunmetal with black wheels and a black zed on silver rays) give us a wave! Will be with a mental Mini Cooper s and a mk1 green Audi tt. Should be awesome!!! Pm me your mobile number and I'll drop you a text when we're there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianphampton Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 I've been a couple of times and find taking the ferry over from Hull to Rotterdam the best on the way out - It's an overnight crossing and it means you arrive well fed and refreshed from a nights sleep and ready to roll at 07:30 in the morning, then it's a nice gentle run to The Ring and you get there mid afternoon (ish) (Gentle unless you drive at 130 plus on the Autobahns) I live in Manchester so the trip across to Hull is only a couple of hours, and this influences my decision - I find if I drive to the tunnel it's 6 hours from me and you don't get any rest in the tunnel on the way over, so you end up with a long drive and get there knackered. Coming back I use the tunnel as the ferry times don't fit so just drive to the tunnel and keep going coming north - but at least you end up at home then and collapse into bed after the 14 hours run. Good luck and have fun. (Just a word of warning - take care on Ex-Muhle if it's wet. . . . . ummmm . . . . Ouch . . . . . 'Nuff said. Ahem ! ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyboy11 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 (edited) Alright, well I am taking the Zed probably either the Saturday 23rd or Sunday 24th May. Daveyboy, you taking your Zed did you say? Either you or GT4 Zed want to meet up there? Yeah man I'll be there in the zed, she doesn't look pretty at the moment but it'll be a fun drive! Hope to see you there! Edited May 12, 2015 by Daveyboy11 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Getting somewhat excited about the Ring in a week or so. Never been before, so really hoping that the weather is dry and sunny, as a wet track would truly be a baptism of fire! I heard something about video cameras being banned on track, does anyone know if that includes GoPros? Apparently you can rent a video camera though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB-) Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Cameras are allowed now. The track is nowhere near as bad as it's made out to be. Don't drive like a tool and give yourself time to learn where it goes and you'll have no issues. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaveney Posted May 15, 2015 Author Share Posted May 15, 2015 unless I let the Mrs drive 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyboy11 Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 It is lethal in the wet so be warned! In the dry it's fine as long as you keep an eye in your mirrors, you will have a plethora of BMWs/Porsches coming past you at crazy speeds, amongst other cars of course! But yeah as long as you don't drive like an idiot you'll be fine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 The weather is looking good for this weekend lads! Should be dry until Monday! Looking forward to this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyboy11 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Oh really!? I thought it was due to rain, well bring it on even more then haha I am buzzing for this! Leaving early Thursday morning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Yeah, just checked the forecast - seems to be good! Btw, the cooper s and tt you have coming with you... tuned? and are your zeds standard? or got some mods? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyboy11 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 The cooper s is tuned, it's a monster! The TT is standard and the Black Zed is too pretty much. Mine isn't modded much, lowered on Teins, spacers, K1 exhaust, throttle controller, induction kit all pretty basic stuff. It's got a horrible dent in the side and and an odd coloured wheel so doesn't look pretty but mechanically it is spot on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Ah nice! Mine is pretty standard too... Invidia Gemini cat back, Exedy Clutch and lightweight flywheel, spacers... not bothered with a remap yet though. Want to get some HFCs, pop charger and plenum spacer, but don't have the money or certificates yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyboy11 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Sweet! Will be nice to hear the Invidia only ever heard them in videos! I have decats at home but with a K1 it's going to be too loud! So planning on getting a cobra then fitting them, then yeah plenum spacer then remap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 I can imagine! Yeah, should be good. I had to put the Invidia on because my OEM broke at the usual spot (between midpipe and backbox). Shame to change it really because it sounded AMAZING. From what my mate said, it actually spit fire on the motorway a bit before I changed the system! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke0549 Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 TOMORROW!!!!! sorry, just kind of excited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 Looks like Saturday is the day I'm heading up to see you guys! I'm excited too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spa1 Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Why? I'll call in when I can, could be a busy weekend for me though.Remember those rear view mirrors and no RH overtaking. Be safe. Best pizzas available in the Zum Kleeblatt imbiss in Breidsheid. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS8055 Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Sweet... you might join as well spa1? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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