New Rider Mentors Needed

CMRA has a new program that will offer the trackday rider who may be thinking they want to race, but not quit sure, a one time only invitation to race 1 weekend at a discounted rate. The full details will be listed soon... What we need is a list of experienced CMRA members to help the new riders thru the weekend. Yes the weekend, not just 20mins at the prov nov meetings. As a mentor you will need to help and guide the new rider thru the entire day. So if you dont have time due to you own program, its understandable, just dont sign up...... most new riders already know a racer and come with them so I'm not sure how often a mentor will be needed..... Mentor duties will include but prob not limited to : 1: communication between you and the rider a week before the event, 2: meet the rider 1st thing on race day, 3: have space in your pit area for him/her. 4: walk then to registration (introduce them and get signed up) 5: walk them thru tech, 6: take them to riders meetings 7: show them grids and how to line up... I dont plan for you to be a coach and teach on track techniques, however any advise you feel comfortable giving is ok... Any questions you can PM me or call me ..I work nights and sleep days so if you dont get me leave a msg..(405) 210-0398 cell...(405) 386-5058

I would like to volunteer.

As a newer racer this seems like a great idea. I was fortunate enough to have many experienced people around me to help out. First weekend are very intimidating. Plus this seems like a great way to to build relationships with new racers and the more experienced crowd.

I know my first day will be great enhanced by having someone to show me the ropes!

Already had a question come up... NO this is not a mandatory thing for a new rider to use the mentor program. It is simply designed to be helpful for the guy or gal who knows no one in the cmra and wants a lil guidance.

I like it! I'll do it when I get back.

PM sent...happy to help where I can.

I havent even raced yet but get plenty of help and ridicule from the racers I know. Adding another one to the listen doesn't sound like something I need. :headshake:

Great Idea.. :thumb:

I'd be happy to help, PM sent.

way to go, great idiea

Sounds like an awesome idea! I was anxious as hell before my first weekend; luckily I found two local experts and a few others that took me under their wing and continue to help! When I feel well versed enough I'll totally volunteer and pass it on.
Shawn

I am still healing from msrh and will not be racing at TWS. I will be there though and can help in any way possible. I would aslo help at future events.

As a soon to be (hopefully) Prov Nov after TWS where i plan to take my moc race...
This would be very helpful and atleast calm some nerves... esp for us people who dont know anyone within CMRA!!

I have already been to a few track days and it is calming with everyone being so nice, especially people like Heinz that i have met and is always so helpful and will answer any question i might have, and to have someoen with a new rider/racer at a event would IMO be amazing!!!

Casey, just let me know when your ready....

I already got some great tips and feedback from Danny..........so this is a wonderful idea. I love this racing community in CMRA!!

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Originally Posted by Casey Brown

As a soon to be (hopefully) Prov Nov after TWS where i plan to take my moc race...
This would be very helpful and atleast calm some nerves... esp for us people who dont know anyone within CMRA!!

I have already been to a few track days and it is calming with everyone being so nice, especially people like Heinz that i have met and is always so helpful and will answer any question i might have, and to have someoen with a new rider/racer at a event would IMO be amazing!!!

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Casey, I sent you a private message with my contact information. Since you live so close, let me know if you need any help. Call anytime. Good seeing you again at ECR last Sunday too!

Danny, I would like to volunteer also.

I've got one in tow for TWS already, hope that counts.

Thanks, Bill. I do appreciate it the charity. I'll probably be needing more of it. :)

Any DFW guys need some mentoring I am available at my shop, just swing by.

Thanks

This is a FANTASTIC idea. I was lucky enough, thanks to WFO and LSTD, to get a ton of help to push me into racing.
-Cody

David if you weren't so far I would take you up on that offer. This is the guy that got the warmers from you & wrangles Tigers. My first race wont be until july but I will be corner working at ecr. Just a bit confused on all the different types of races. & of course registering.

Rich, I'm pretty close by if you need help. Closer to Aledo.

That would be great Matt, I will pm my phone # to ya. Thank you !

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Originally Posted by Rich Hazelwood

...... Just a bit confused on all the different types of races. & of course registering.

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Rich, if you're able to stop by registration at ECR (or any event) I'll be more than pleased to help you get a handle on the registration process / options. I'm inevitably there even after corner workers come in at the end of the day.

Nothing beats talking with a seasoned racer (I'm not that) about best classes to enter for yur bike/skill level, but in case you've not seen it, the Class Guide on the forms page may give you a jumpstart on that discussion.

Welcome to the CMRA !!!

Thank you Alan , I plan to corner work Saturday & Sunday at ecr so If your still there I will take you up on that offer.

Hey guys , I ve been real busy, but if you have posted here, pm'd me or called I have you down on the list to help..Thanx again

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Originally Posted by David Roy

Any DFW guys need some mentoring I am available at my shop, just swing by.

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I've got a bike I need you to ride...

Hook up with me at TWS. Thanks for the awesome ribs..

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Originally Posted by Rich Hazelwood

David if you weren't so far I would take you up on that offer. This is the guy that got the warmers from you & wrangles Tigers. My first race wont be until july but I will be corner working at ecr. Just a bit confused on all the different types of races. & of course registering.

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FYI, I'm in the office every day and available to answer any questions you may have....that's why I here.

Thank you ! I will definately remember that.

I invited a trackday guy to race in october of 2011 to come racing. In 2012 he did a few races. This year I have vowed to work with him and be there to support him as he chases several championships. Be warned that this is an emotional sport especially when you put your time and effort into it. It is a great idea and it can help young or unexperienced riders. TWS was a challenge to many riders and their crews and I can appreciate all the hard work that the crew puts in as well as the rider on a weekend!

Well said. As a newbie to racing, it's this kind of guidance that I look forward to. With that being said, I'd like to thank Guthrie for getting me involved and for his generous support!

/David

just wanted to say thanx to all that have volunteered. I havent forgot you, we've just had only 2 riders so far take advantage of this program. Most new prov-novs already know some1 at the track that helps them....

Danny, I would be interested in gaining some help for the ECR race weekend Sept. 27-29. I live in Arkansas, but have visited multiple CMRA races and participated in different riding schools, but want to take the steps for getting my race license. I have PM'd you with more details. Thanks!

Travis I sent you a PM . I will give you a call in a few days...Danny

Sent you a PM Danny. I'll be doing my first race weekend coming up in Cresson and could definitely use the guidance!

Chris, I'm local and would be happy to help out if we could make it work!

I volunteer to mentor myself from now on and I expect immediate improvement. :)

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Originally Posted by David Proler

I volunteer to mentor myself from now on and I expect immediate improvement. :)

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Whaaaa? I was under the impression you were on a year long mentoring program supported by Dye.

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Originally Posted by Renee Stephenson

Whaaaa? I was under the impression you were on a year long mentoring program supported by Dye.

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^^^^^^^That's funny!!!^^^^^^^^^

I’m clearly not fit for Mentoring, but I’m willing to generously share some of my lessons-learned-the-hard-way by a freshly-minted Novice. This is free of charge to all ProvNov’s:

· DO NOT try to knock out your Prov Nov races with an EX250 on tracks you’ve never been on before in your life. And it doesn’t work to try to learn them on the night before by watching Danny Kelsey’s GoPro feeds on Youtube.


· Nancy is not “connected” so don’t talk about it. Just understand if you piss her off, she’ll just smile sweetly and say “I’ll fix it for you”, but then your trash collection might be mysteriously overlooked the next 3 Wednesdays in a row. You also can’t bribe her with a $20 for a better spot in the grids.

· Don't try to watch Netflix by connecting directly to the CMRANet during the 6 hour endurance races. It doesn't work, so stop trying.

· There is no “Jim Whitten”. Its Tony Stark dressed up in a Jim Whitten suit, so don’t try to do what he does. No idea why he’s trying to infiltrate the CMRA by impersonating a real estate tycoon. Just don’t follow him too closely when he’s driving his Aston-Martin - it can deploy stuff.

· If Linz says you’re going 31.4 mph in the pits, then you’re going 31.4 mph in the pits.

· Don't assume motards are all slow just because they look stupid. Motard Racers are natural-born liars, and so they like the idea of whooping your a$s on something that looks like they just stole it off a bum under a bridge. And don’t accept candy from any of them. Or play golf with them.

· DO NOT leave your bike out in a rain-storm at ECR overnight before a track day, then hop right on it without checking the lower fairing for rain water. You’ll crash in turn 3 on your own wet-spot and pull your stupid groin. (Contributed by Mr. Sean Brown, Comp #184)

· Always spring for good rubber. But don’t ever say it that way at the tire Vendor's trailer.

· Most important: If you crash during one of your ProvNov races, the sun still comes up in the morning.

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Originally Posted by Dave Felio

I’m clearly not fit for Mentoring, but I’m willing to generously share some of my lessons-learned-the-hard-way by a freshly-minted Novice. This is free of charge to all ProvNov’s:

· DO NOT try to knock out your Prov Nov races with an EX250 on tracks you’ve never been on before in your life. And it doesn’t work to try to learn them on the night before by watching Danny Kelsey’s GoPro feeds on Youtube.

· Nancy is not “connected” so don’t talk about it. Just understand if you piss her off, she’ll just smile sweetly and say “I’ll fix it for you”, but then your trash collection might be mysteriously overlooked the next 3 Wednesdays in a row. You also can’t bribe her with a $20 for a better spot in the grids.

· Don't try to watch Netflix by connecting directly to the CMRANet during the 6 hour endurance races, so stop trying.

· There is no “Jim Whitten”. Its Tony Stark dressed up in a Jim Whitten suit, so don’t try to do what he does. No idea why he’s trying to infiltrate the CMRA by impersonating a real estate tycoon. Just don’t follow him too closely when he’s driving his Aston-Martin - it can deploy stuff.

· If Linz says you’re going 31.4 mph in the pits, then you’re going 31.4 mph in the pits.

· Don't assume motards are not all slow just because they look stupid. Motard Racers are natural-born liars, and so they like the idea of whooping your a$s on something that looks like they just stole it off a bum under a bridge. And don’t accept candy from any of them. Or play golf with them.

· DO NOT leave your bike out in a rain-storm at ECR overnight before a track day, then hop right on it without checking the lower fairing for rain water. You’ll crash in turn 3 on your own wet-spot and pull your stupid groin. (Contributed by Mr. Sean Brown, Comp #184)

· Always spring for good rubber. But don’t ever say it that way at the tire Vendor's trailer.

· Most important: If you crash during one of your ProvNov races, the sun still comes up in the morning.

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This needs to be a sticky and added to the handbook.

Right? I've got more, but maybe I should save them for the coffee table book ambitions.

I'm going to be a newbie next year, just got my Prov Nov at the end of November. How do I sign up for some mentorship? Just reading the forums and application status for my license is slightly overwhelming already :/

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Originally Posted by Steve Bui

I'm going to be a newbie next year, just got my Prov Nov at the end of November. How do I sign up for some mentorship? Just reading the forums and application status for my license is slightly overwhelming already :/

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pm sent

I'd love to help out! Let me know how :)

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Originally Posted by Anita Thomas

I'd love to help out! Let me know how :)

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I would love to work with you Anita as 2015 will be my first year with CMRA also. I am a sponge!!! :)

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Originally Posted by Brandon Orr

This needs to be a sticky and added to the handbook.

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Most of Felio's belongings are sticky.....