Experiments in Coaching
I’ve always wanted to see if I could gather data to answer two common questions: How much faster will I be on track tires? And, how effective is coaching an experienced driver?
Don’t forget the hard plastics
When you’re detailing a car from the 80’s, you find it’s often the hard plastics and headliners that can really let down an otherwise outstanding car. In this BMW 635CSi, the seats were in pretty good shape, but the rear parcel shelf and speaker covers were spotted and discolored. The spots often make you think …
Ferrari Track Day
On Monday, it was my privilege to be able to instruct at the Ferrari of Washington track day at Summit Point. It was a beautiful fall day, with great people and wonderful food. Thanks to all who pulled this together.
Catalyst Cage Mount and Options
Most track event organizers (myself included) require in-car cameras and mobile devices to be securely mounted and tethered. This is to prevent the device from coming loose on track and possibly getting under the driver’s feet. This video looks at two solutions for securing the Garmin Catalyst: The Garmin Cage Mount as well as a …
Garmin Catalyst on the Shenandoah Circuit
This is a great DE track, but it often makes instructors sick in the right seat. I once did a lead-follow event here where I was in the lead with three students following me. While
Camera Placement
I’m often asked where’s the best place to mount the camera for HPDE instruction. Like many things in life, it depends on what you want to get out of it.
Garmin Catalyst on the Jefferson Extended Circuit
Lap from recent HPDE with NCC BMW CCA on the Jefferson Extended Circuit, Summit Point WV. E46 M3 on Michelin Pilot PS2 tires with full tread. Only my sixth track day in this car. Video is interesting because you can see my struggles as a former front wheel driver. I’m leaving about 3/4 of a …
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Garmin Catalyst First Use
Track season is finally upon us here in the mid-Atlantic. I had the chance to spend three days at Summit Point Main with PCA at the end of March. Here’s a 12 minute video I put together talking about how I used the Catalyst to improve. Please let me know in the comments if you …
DIY Tether for Garmin Catalyst
We recently reviewed the Garmin Catalyst Cage Mount and started thinking that perhaps there was a simpler DIY solution to tethering your device. The cage is a great solution if you want to permanently mount the device in your car, but what if you just want an option to tether it securely and still remove …
Garmin Catalyst Cage Mount
Looking for a way to tether your Garmin Catalyst? Consider getting the Catalyst cage mount? Garmin didn’t build a way to tether the Catalyst into the device body, but you can get a cage mount that gives you a couple of options. Watch this unboxing video to learn more. Shop for Garmin Catalyst and Accessories …