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DLHamblin

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    Along that line, I'd like to plug the CSS AGV Sport offer to students. You can get an extremely good price as a student on leathers by AGV Sport. Since the schools AGV Podium actually fit me, I ordered my own from AGV.

     

     

    Oh wow good to know. How does that work? You ordered at the 2-Day camp?

     

    Got the offer details and called AGV when I got back home. Very helpful people. Very happy with my AGV Phantom 1 piece (same as schools student leathers) but obviously new and worn just by me :rolleyes: ) Same is true on the discount students can get on Dunlop Q3's, as soon as I can burn up my Bridgestones, Lara will be getting a call from me to get a set of Q3's.

     

    So beyond the initial training benefits of CSS there are other great perks!!!!!

  2. Don't be freaked out about training in the rain. Most riders make more improvement in the rain than in the dry because in the dry they focus more on going fast and less on the drills. In the rain you don't have that go fast distraction so you can focus more on your learning than your speed. You can learn what the traction limits feel like at a slower, less scary speed too. Rain training is awesome, actually, so be fired up for it & enjoy your CSS experience! You'll love it even if it's wet.

     

    Benny

    I agree, the light showers and one morning damp track did not present an issue at VIR in May. Ended up enjoying that time as well as dry.

  3. Well, I normally wear (besides helmet, gloves of course) my Dainese jacket and Garne boots when going somewhere (I also have Dainese leather pants if needed), but if going for a fun ride I wear 1 piece just for added protection as I will just be heading back home so don't need the convenience of the 2 piece.

     

    Along that line, I'd like to plug the CSS AGV Sport offer to students. You can get an extremely good price as a student on leathers by AGV Sport. Since the schools AGV Podium actually fit me, I ordered my own from AGV.

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    While I was going to try and list names, I know I would forget someone. So, to all the staff and coaches at last weeks 2 Day school; thanks for a great time, safe school, and wonderful experience. Things have sure changed in 30 years, and for the better!!!!!

     

    I do want to thank my coach Ian for being patient with helping me knock of the rust and few bad habits!!!!

     

    If anyone is on the fence, its a great investment and incredibly fun!

     

    Thanks!!!

    Great having you, DLHamblin. I am always stoked to see a father and son attending the school together. My Dad was the one who introduced me some years ago.

     

    I will pass this along to Ian.

     

    Cheers!

     

    Thanks!

  5. While I was going to try and list names, I know I would forget someone. So, to all the staff and coaches at last weeks 2 Day school; thanks for a great time, safe school, and wonderful experience. Things have sure changed in 30 years, and for the better!!!!!

     

    I do want to thank my coach Ian for being patient with helping me knock of the rust and few bad habits!!!!

     

    If anyone is on the fence, its a great investment and incredibly fun!

     

    Thanks!!!!

  6. This is written up well in other places, so if you don't mind, I'm just going to send you to some complete descriptions so you can see the differences for yourself, as there are many:

     

    Description of 2 day camp:

    http://www.superbikeschool.com/curriculum/two-day-camps.php

     

    Info on CodeRace:

    http://www.coderace.com/

     

    If this does not fully answer it for you , or you have follow-up questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

    Thanks. Looks like the CodeRace is more geared to serious racers and track day riders; so for me I think 2 day is best choice.

  7. It really is kinda weird...for most of the time we have had this CODERACE early in the year, it's been full (often real waiting list). I'm kinda baffled that its not. For those that do come, it's typically great on weather and temp, and fun for us (one reason we like to do 'em :)).

     

    CF

    What is the main difference between a regular 2 day and a CodeRace class?

  8. 2 years ago many of the coaches were turning some of the controls off...like ABS. Not so much any more, they have just continued to refine/improve them.

     

    Good time to be riding bikes!

    Just curious, how do you set up the bikes for the students for 2 day schools? I assume TC is turned up and engine modes set of soft? Do they ever get set with TC less and power mode higher?

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    Yes, I plan to get them through CSS. My 1986 school qualifies me, but I am taking May 11-12th 2 day at VIR with my son to celebrate 30th CSS anniversary (plus get him good coaching so he also learns right). I had a bit more hair then and it was not as gray :)

     

     

    That's fantastic, I love to see father-son students come to school together. 30 year CSS anniversary, that is so cool! Where did you do your 1986 school?

     

    Mid Ohio. Here is a picture with Doug Chandler:

    86_California%20Superbike%20School_1.jpg

  10. For a 2-day camp, there are two groups of students - while one group is on track, the other is in the classroom, and it rotates back and forth like that all day.

     

    Each coach has only two students in each group. Coaches do not select students, they are assigned prior to the school by CSS staff; and if there are special requests those are taken into consideration and accommodated wherever possible. Every coach is trained to coach every level, and often coach a mix of levels on any given day. First time students are asked to fill out a survey about their riding experience and that can be helpful with the assignment process. Repeat students sometimes request a particular coach and those requests are honored whenever possible.

     

    Are you thinking of doing a 2 day camp? They are really fun, lots of ride time and personal attention.

    Already signed up for a 2-day with my son, May 11-12 at VIR. I took the CSS way back in 1986 at Mid-Ohio. Doug Chandler was our guest coach. I figured what way to celebrate 30th anniversary than take a 2 day with my son. We asked to be paired together.

     

    86_California%20Superbike%20School_1.jpg

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    I contacted Dunlop concerning my 2015 GSX-R1000 as a number of magazines recommened the 190/55x17 over the stock 190/50x17 as they said it noticeably improved the 1000's turning as well as better side grip.

     

    I expected a reply of stay with stock but they endorsed the 190/55 as an excellect choice for my GSXR. As I am just about ready for new tires I am highly considering the Dunlop Q3 with the 190/55 rear.

     

    My guess is some bikes react better to the higher profile than others.

     

    I'm sure you will find it MUCH MUCH easier to find the 190/55 than the 50s. The school has great prices on Q3s for students. I am REALLY impressed with the Q3s, I love the handling and the grip is tremendous and they seem to last a long time. I'd almost always choose the Q3 over anything else - including racing slicks - for anything short of all-out sprint races.

     

    Yes, I plan to get them through CSS. My 1986 school qualifies me, but I am taking May 11-12th 2 day at VIR with my son to celebrate 30th CSS anniversary (plus get him good coaching so he also learns right).

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