Cobie Fair

Looks like Eddie was going for the inside pass, had to back out when he wasn't going to make it and when he did ran wide and tagged Schwantz's rear.

Yeah I don't worry too much about a wide entry into T-4.

Planning on a little social distancing at Gorman, on Sat April 11 or maybe even Sunday, April 12. In case other's might want to socially distance themselves to an OHV area (providing still open).

Love to watch the whole thing, but at work...can you say what minute the crash occurs?

Vic, I think it could be run tighter, and still work. Wider first apex, where will that end up pointing the bike/positioning the bike for the 2nd apex? Could a tigher 1st apex help?

Refresh me, up to what level have you done with us?

So are we!!!

I realize I wasn't fully clear on my comment. What I was thinking was, of course the throttle is closed all the way. But what if instead of on/off/on, just delaying the on, or making it slower initially, so as to eliminate the make it one off to on. Hope that clears up what I had in mind (maybe you were clear on this, just realized what I wrote wasn't crystal clear). CF

No. Beginning the braking while upright, then trailing off. If the bike is turned quicker, the last of the braking, will that need to trail of in relation to the increased lean angle, and ideally be coordinated?

What if you did it without closing it at all...maybe just a slower initial roll on?

How close do you get to the first apex?

And Turn 3 at Streets is a pretty small double apex. Curious to how the different throttle applications are done there...how many of you roll on, pause (or roll off) in T-3 at Streets?

What if the braking were begun when the bike was upright, and trailed off (even the last part) when the bike was leaned over?

The office is working with all on this, and are being quite understanding, just contact them.

Hi Graybeard, 15 days a year for a trained coach can work, more is better. The first year it takes 8-12 days to train a coach, so that initial year we need more than the minimum 15. Getting a new coach through the provisional steps is just the start, we'll need them to keep rolling (or they loose too much ground, with a long lag between coaching). I'm certainly looking, so if you are interested, fill out the application and send it to me, we'll go from there! Best, Cobie

Hi Jonas, Sorry for the lag in responding, didn't see your question. We don't currently have any plans to go to Mexico, but not that we wouldn't love to (I have family there!). We did one school in Monterrey in '94. To make a school happen in a foreign country, we need someone there to organize it. That can be a bit of a task. To promote and register all the students, all the support staff and motorcycles for the coaches, hotel, travel, food, interpreters, etc. Some have done it, that is how the branch in the UK and Oz started, with a local (and well connected) person that could put the school in place. Best, Cobie

Good question! The package that we look for is quite unique, and as I mention when I do an interview, there is a piece of this we can't train, and that is how well they communicate in our environment. That's a whole set of skills rolled into package. Personality-wise, have to be pretty calm, and able to listen very well. But then also have to be able to control a wide variety of different personality types, in that coaching environment, and not make people feel stupid or belittled while doing it (they aren't, they just don't know the material yet). This then has to be combined with the other pieces: superb rider, willing to study and learn lots of new material (that's also hard for some). Must be able to ride and work long hot days too Did that answer the first part of this? Cobie

We are looking for qualified coach candidates. The primary reason is we continue to add the number of coaches needed per School day. Used to be 6 coaches needed. Now at some Schools it's grown to 15. If you are interested, or think you might qualify, please read the following carefully, and return the application (download here).1. Racing experience is preferred. We have to see the riding to answer if the riding skill level will be adequate. Most of our students arestreet riders, but we do need someone that can set an excellent example for a broad range of skills.2. Friendly, personable, upbeat, high ethical standards, fit in with the rest of our team is a must.3. Excellent communication and observation skills. Willing to be trained and do homework. The coach training is vigorous, not for thewimpy. Every aspect of what you do is examined, honed, tested, and improved on a regular basis.4. The positions are part time or full time (meaning doing all Schools) for independent contractors but we need a minimum of 15 school days per year. In most cases, a coach will need to do all schools at a venue, and consider travel time. For example, if you could only do weekends, this would not be realistic.5. Interviews are first, then if scheduled there is a tryout. That is usually 1 day at a racetrack.6. After the tryout, there is a short probation period/apprenticeship, but we pay all travel and other expenses, use our bike, gear, etc. Probation period depends on you and how much work you are putting into your training.7. Coaches are paid according to their training/skill level, how many of the training programs they have completed. Starts at$180 per day, goes up from there.Getting all these together in the same package is the hard part. Truthfully we are a very dedicated, serious-about-being-the-best bunch, and it shows.About 1 in 40 that apply make it past the probation stage. We are a school, we train riders and racers and we do that totally. We don't give jobs to our friends because we like them.Download the application and email it to me. Best, Cobie Fair Chief Riding Coach

Yeah, trying to move the weight pile in my garage a little this winter...

Thanks for posting the saves Faffi. Looks like when he puts the weight on his knee or elbow, he doesn't transfer tension into his arms, but takes if off. In one left hand save, I wish there had been real good slo-mo, as it look like he let go of the bar for a moment.

A few of the key coaches (including the Chief Riding Coach UK) are keen and working full steam to bring a licensed California Superbike School back to Europe/Middle East, with Keith's endorsement. They've been very hard at work on this, as you can imagine, it's quite a task. We'll keep you informed as things are finalized.

Being pretty fit also helps, in particular with the larger bikes at tighter tracks (get less fatigued with moving the thing around). If you need a reason to train a bit in the off season, there you go!

Welcome, and yes..nice bike :).

This has come up, many times. One of the key reasons is knowing EXACTLY why the crash happened (all the pieces that lead up to and caused it) and how to make sure it doesn't happen again. There are some very definite steps that one does to get the motorcycle to be stable in the turn. It'd be good if you could just get him to call me in the office. I'm in every day, from 1pm on. 800-530-3350, have him ask for me, leave a message if I'm busy or out. Best, Cobie

I know the main gate it always manned, I was referring to the paddock gate, that's usually locked too...but I'd think people ask about this regularly.