Cobie Fair
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Recently added some dates at THUNDERHILL too, we haven't been there for some years, looking forward to it.
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Schedule is out, and first 2-day camp at COTA was filled...almost immediately!
The second 2-day camp I expect will fill in the next day or so.
Hope we see many of you at the track!
Very Best,
Cobie
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What do you all think of this whole Rossi/Marquez thing?
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Dang, just saw this.
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This might have been covered in what you meant about pressure off the arms, but are you using both legs/knees to help support you, as well as the core muscles?
CF
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This will make for an interesting last race...
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O-M-effing-G! (can I say that up here?).
Glad the guy survived with as little damage as he did...
CF
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Rchase and Damien,
Thanks for putting that up guys, really nice feedback. Hope we get some more to chime in, even just students that have ridden our bikes, from one year to the next.
One thing the coaches did was go to User mode, and play a bit there. Pretty universal that we would put the DDC in Sport, and the DTC in Race, then often made some other changes to damping, but that was a good starting point.
CF
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Curious to know what the average (or not so average
) student at the school thinks of the bikes, and the differences. Chime in if you've ridden the new bike compared to the other models.Best,
Cobie
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We have seen all kinds of approaches to doing the levels, and recently I have seen more guys repeating that I recall. If there is a big lag, it can help to repeat the level, but also getting up to Level 4 is good as we can then continue to tailor each ride, and that has some nice advantages too.
Best to keep an open line with us on this, as there are advantages to either way, and it's easy for us on the service side, so we'll only be interested in what will get the better result for you.
Hope that makes sense
.Best,
Cobie
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Hi Gerhard,
Thanks for the detailed feedback. We will make every effort to improve the areas that were not to your expectations, and glad that overall you got a good result.
Best
Cobie (your on track coach, day 2)
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The number 2 position we have a solid mechanic working now. Our #2 is overqualified, but we are glad to have him. Taking the number 1 position he doesn't quite have the level needed for that yet, so we are still looking. If you know anyone that might be possible, please give out my name and contact info:
Cobie Fair
800-530-3350
cobie@superbikeschool.com
Best,
Cobie
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Update on the mechanic position: We have had some very solid applicants, but none that it has worked for both parties as a complete package. The #2 position is also open at this point, and we are looking for that too. This is more of an apprentice position, some mechanical skill/knowledge, good work ethic and interested in learning. Forum members, you are welcome to give our toll free number in case you know a good candidate: 800-530-3350. Ask for me, or give my e-mail: cobie@superbikeschool.com
Best,
Cobie
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KHP, sorry mate, thought I had answered this.
Will has been on the road for 28 years. He worked for us much of that time, but also some other driving jobs. He's not leaving till we have the position sorted out, and his replacement trained. It's for sure the best thing for him to do.
We've interviewed some decent candidates, but still interviewing.
CF
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Dear All,
We are looking for qualified coach candidates. Following is a
description of we need, and after that an application.
If you are interested, or think you might qualify, please read the following
carefully, and return only the application (download here).
Regards,
Cobie Fair
Chief Riding Coach
California Superbike School
I'll see if I can summarize it in a few words what is needed by us:
1. Racing experience is preferred. Really we have to see the riding to
answer if the riding skill level will be adequate. Most of our students are
street 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. Also willing to be
trained and do homework. The coach training is vigorous, not for the
wimpy. Every aspect of what you do is examined, honed, tested, and improved
on a regular basis.
4. The positions are part time for independent contractors but we need a
minimum of 10-15 school days per year.
5. Tryout is not paid. That is usually 1 day at a racetrack, you provide
your own bike and gear.
6. After the tryout, there is a short probation period, but we pay all
travel and other expenses, you use our bike, gear, etc. Probation period
depends on you and how much work you are putting into your training.
7. After probation, coaches are paid according to their instructor skill
level, how many of our training programs they have completed. Starts about
$150 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 even get accepted for the training, much less make
it past the probation stage. If you have it in mind that this is just a
prestigious job for you show others how well you ride, that it will be a cool
way to improve your own riding and get lots of track time, then this is not
the right thing for you, and your reasons for coming are not the same as ours.
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.
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The California Superbike School is looking for a qualified Chief Mechanic.
Experience--must be able to maintain a fleet of 35 motorcycles.
Job requires 170 days a year on the road.
Must have CDL and drive tractor trailer (can train).
Pay negotiable, potential for bonuses.
Friendly working environment. Position is SoCal based.
Contact Cobie Fair
Cobie@superbikeschool.com
800-530-3350
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This is one of the more important pictures of the trip. That is squid sausage we are eating, on are way to their equivalent of "Squid Ridge".
The SoCal locals ought to know what Squid Ridge is...anyone want to elaborate on it for those that don't?
Best,
CF
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Hi All,
Going to try making some changes to the forum, primarily consolidating/simplifying.
Rather than do a bunch at once, I'll tackle them one or 2 at a time.
Like to know what you think, good/bad/indifferent.
Best,
Cobie
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I would so LOVE to get this data!!!!
It could be even simple, like PSI on the bar.
Turning a bike aggressively at high speed, takes significant bar pressure. So much, that in some turns we have riders pushing and pulling...hard!
To one of the original questions: we've never had anyone throw a bike down the road by turning too quickly, there are a few provisos: not on the front brake, tires are warm and in good condition, not slippery conditions on the asphalt. Tons of good data on this in Twist 2.
I had wondered if a pressure sensor on the bar(s) could be done. I suppose someone really good at engineering could figure this out, but I wouldn't envy trying to sort that out.
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Correct on not pre-loading the shifter, too far in advance. On some bikes this (done for a while) can cause parts to wear in the transmission...my brother had to replace 2nd gear from doing this too much. Again...it's just the pre-loading that is the issue, not the clutchless shifting.
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Hey Moe!!
Great to see this, and good job on handling that ice!
Who's the weird looking guy in the photo with you?
Best,
Cobie
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Nice job girlie
We are proud of you, no dang doubt!
Best,
Cobie
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Catalyst Reaction is still a sponsor, and that is under Jim Williams. Our coach Mikey did work for Jim, and speaks very highly of him. We've also had good success with all the work they have done for us, as well as the people I know that have gone to them.
CF
) student at the school thinks of the bikes, and the differences. Chime in if you've ridden the new bike compared to the other models.
Transitioning To Slicks
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Hi RChase,
What did you decide to do in the end, or still thinking this one through?
CF