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Vintage @ The Glen
Posted July 28, 2010 12:00PM
The 2010 Watkins Glen racing season will close with the traditional season finale-the U.S. Vintage Grand Prix, September 10-12. This event celebrates racing’s history and continues to be the largest vintage racing event in the country featuring historic cars of the past from as far back as the 1930’s and is held in conjunction with the Grand Prix Festival in the Village of Watkins Glen. The 2010 featured marque is Alfa Romeo!
Friday Grand Prix Festival information Grand Prix Festival
Saturday & Sunday SVRA race info and schedule SVRA
PORSCHE CORRAL
The Niagara Region is hosting a PORSCHE CORRAL during the U.S. Grand Prix at Watkins Glen Vintage Races.
$75 per person includes:
- Weekend General Admission with access to all grandstands, paddock, and garage
- Track-side Hospitality Tent access Sat/Sun
- Preferred Porsche Corral parking adjacent to Hospitality Tent
- Snacks & drinks all day Sat/Sun
- Catered lunch Sat/Sun
- Paced laps on the track in your own car
- Children 12 and under FREE with paid adult
- All PCA members, family, and friends are welcome to attend
Registration is open now at Club Registration. Create an account for quick and easy online event registration and payment.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 31. PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY THIS DATE.
For additional info regarding this event, please contact Jim Arendt.
July 2010 Flatout Newsletter
Posted July 25, 2010 10:00PM
Featured Articles: Upcoming Events, Member Bios, Car Nutz Tales Part 5, Sodus Breakfast Run recap, Gimmick Rally recap, Tech articles, jokes, pics, puzzles, much more!
New Sponsor for Vintage Porsche Corral
Posted July 23, 2010 1:00PM
Please welcome and support our new sponsor for the Porsche Corral at the U.S. Vintage Grand Prix at Watkins Glen, hosted by Niagara Region PCA, September 10-12, 2010 — Bernstein Global Wealth Management! Bernstein was founded in 1967 to manage investments for individuals and families and is dedicated solely to investment research and management. See their full page ad in the July issue of Flatout. We welcome and appreciate their support of this fantastic race weekend at Watkins Glen.
Tickets for the Porsche Corral at the Vintage are still available, but only for a limited time. See our website Event Calendar or the ad in the June & July issues of Flatout for ticket purchase information. Don’t miss it!
Niagara Region's Website Takes 1st
Posted July 09, 2010 6:00PM
We recently entered our region’s website in the National PCA Website Competition. Entries were placed into one of five classes based on region membership. In Class III (regions with 200-399 members) Niagara Region came in FIRST PLACE!
July Meeting Door Prize Winners
Posted July 07, 2010 8:00AM
CONGRATULATIONS to our door prize winners at yesterday’s monthly meeting in Batavia. Nancy Killian, Hank Beamer, Roger Spezzano, and Mike DeLaney all won $50 gift certificates to Eksten Autoworks in Rochester!
Porsche eCoupon Program
Posted July 06, 2010 11:00PM
Porsche eCoupon Program – 20% savings exclusively for PCA Members!
PorschePorsche Cars North America and Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. are pleased to announce the PCA eCoupon Program, in recognition of the unique contribution that Porsche Club of America members make to the Porsche brand. Available exclusively to current PCA members, the PCA eCoupon provides a 20% discount off the listed MSRP for Porsche Genuine Parts, Classic, Tequipment and Porsche Design Drivers Selection merchandise.
The PCA eCoupon is valid from June 4, 2010 to July 31, 2010 only at participating authorized Porsche dealers in accordance with the program rules and provisions. (Offer available via printable online coupon only.)
To redeem: Click on the button below and you’ll be redirected to the Porsche eCoupon page. Locate a participating Porsche authorized dealer by entering your zip code in the window provided and click search. Details of the PCA eCoupon Program offer and printable certificate will be located on the main page of your dealer’s website. Be sure to have your PCA member number and Porsche VIN number on hand to redeem the eCoupon.
July 11 Breakfast Run to Sodus Point
Posted June 27, 2010 9:00PM
Arrive at: Penfield, N. E. corner of routes 250 & 441 in front of the Bank of America at 9:00 AM.
Departure is promptly at 9:30 AM for a scenic drive to Sodus Point.
Breakfast at Papa Joe’s in Sodus will be self pay.
(If anyone is organizing the run from Buffalo, please let Sue Juby know so we can get the info posted, thanks!)
July 17 Gimmick Rally & Picnic
Posted June 25, 2010 9:00PM
Saturday, July 17th, Babs and Tom Lyons will be running a gimmick rally. For those that have not done one before, the gimmick is we provide a route sheet with clues on it to a driver and navigator. The driver and navigator will head out on their own and use the route and clue sheet and try and find the items described and mark their guesses on their answer sheet. Points will be given for correct answers. The three highest scores will win first, second, and third prize. A tie breaker question will be used if needed.
The gimmick rally will start at the Terry Hills golf club in Batavia (same place we have our monthly meeting) to give both Buffalo and Rochester participants a central location to begin. The rally will end at Tony Frandina’s house (6808 Lake Shore Rd, Evans, NY, 14047, home phone 716-947-1916). It’s on Lake Erie in the town of Evans where we will partake in a picnic starting around 1:00pm.
Drivers and navigators can get their driving instructions and clue/answer sheet between 10:00 and 11:00am.
Map to PICNIC at Tony’s house.
Map to RALLY START POINT at Terry Hills.
The picnic will be catered by a local vendor who is providing chicken breast and roast beef to be eaten on a roll plus baked beans, green salad, potato salad, chips and other goodies. All paper products and utensils will be furnished. Ice will also be available.
Participants will need to bring their own drink and a folding chair or two. A TOPS market and liquor store is located close by for those that need to buy their supplies.
Anyone can participate in the rally but we will need an RSVP to participate in the picnic. The club is picking up the cost of the picnic. RSVP to Tony F. at 716-849-1483 or by EMAIL by July 10.
June 2010 Flatout Newsletter
Posted June 16, 2010 10:00AM
Features Articles: Porsche Clash, Letchworth and Naples Breakfast Runs, FLKPCA Car Show, Realizing the Dream, Tale of the Dragon, Car Nutz Tales, Member BIOS and much, much more.
Elmwood Village Cruise Night
Posted June 08, 2010 7:15PM
Wednesday, June 16. The car show will take place from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. on the “500” block of Elmwood Avenue (Elmwood Avenue between W. Utica and Bryant).
Cruise Night is a great family event and is expected to be even larger than previous years. Local retail shops and restaurants will feature sales, dining specials and live music.
Got an awesome car you want to show off? Then please join us on June 16. Registration is free and spots are still available. Just show up with your vintage car and join the fun!
Enjoy a beautiful summer night out in the Elmwood Village with some amazing vintage cars, culture, shopping, dining and entertainment. Best of all, the event is completely free!
For more information on this premier summer event or to register early, please call the Elmwood Village Association at (716) 881-0707.
The mission of The Elmwood Village Association is to work with businesses and residents to improve the quality of life for our entire community.
June 13 Breakfast Run & FL Region Show and Concours
Posted June 05, 2010 7:00PM
Our second breakfast run of the season will take us to Bob & Ruth’s Vineyard Restaurant in Naples, NY. Enjoy a fun group drive through the finger lakes and take in the beautiful scenery while eating breakfast at Bob & Ruth’s (breakfast is self-pay). After breakfast you can head back home, or shoot over to Hammondsport to participate in the Finger Lakes Region PCA car show and concours, a group will be lead there.
Buffalo Members: Meet at Northtown Porsche, 8135 Main St., Williamsville at 8:00am, depart 8:15am, to meet up with Rochester members for the trip to Naples. Please contact Rob Dean if attending.
Rochester Members: Meet outside Macy’s at Eastview Mall around 9:00am, depart promptly at 9:30am. Please contact Bob Veltz if attending.
See you there!
May 2010 Flatout Newsletter
Posted May 27, 2010 9:00AM
This newsletter was mailed to all Niagara Region PCA members. The attached newsletter is in hardcopy format so it is a little tricky to read online; posted for your convenience.
May_2010_Flatout_Newsletter_-_Hardcopy.pdf
Porsche Corral at Grand Am WGI races
Posted May 21, 2010 12:00PM
The $30 ticket offer to the June 4-6 Grand Am races has been extended to June 1 and includes:
*Weekend General Admission
*Turn 11 hospitality tent and car corral
*Friday parade laps on track
*Saturday food & beverage service
*Driver appearances
*Porsche team tours
*Prizes and giveaways
The Event Flier and Event Schedule can be found HERE.
2010_6HR_PCA_CORRALJune_1st.pdf
May 16 Breakfast Run is now FULL
Posted May 15, 2010 9:00AM
Believe it or not we have SOLD OUT our May 16 Breakfast Run to the Glen Iris Inn at Letchworth!
If you have not sent Sue Reesen Juby or Bill Schicker an email or message making your reservation, then we have not made one for you and you will not be accommodated at the Glen Iris Inn. They only have so much space and response to this event has been exceptional.
Thanks everyone for the great response and we hope that those that weren’t able to be included in this breakfast run will join us for a future event!
April 2010 Flatout Newsletter
Posted April 27, 2010 3:00PM
Featured Articles: Coupe & Speedster; NRPCA By-Laws; Member BIOS; Car Nutz Tales #4; WGI Opening Day plus much more.
March 2010 Flatout Newsletter
Posted March 30, 2010 4:00PM
Featured Articles: Member report and bios, By-Laws, An Evening with Garth Stein, BMW Club Breakfast Run, Special April Fools from the past, tech articles, pics, jokes, and much more
February 2010 Flatout Newsletter
Posted February 24, 2010 11:00AM
Featured Articles: Member report and bios, Fran’s Porsche’s, guest speaker announcement, annual planning meeting, 2009 treasurer’s report, tech articles, pics, jokes, and much more!
Author of "The Art of Racing in the Rain" Guest Appearance!
Posted January 29, 2010 11:00PM
Niagara Region PCA is thrilled to announce that Garth Stein, author of the NY Times Best Seller The Art of Racing in the Rain, will be speaking at our club’s March monthly meeting! If you love racing, dogs, or studying the human condition, this book is a must read. Perhaps we will receive inside info about the Universal Studios movie version going to production later this year starring Patrick Dempsey? Do not miss this extraordinary opportunity!
WHAT? An evening with Garth Stein, hosted by Niagara Region PCA.
WHEN? Wednesday, March 10 at 6:30pm.
WHERE? Terry Hills Golf Course, 5122 Clinton Street Rd., Batavia, NY. Terry Hills.
HOW? RSVP by March 3 to Jim Arendt.
COST? Only $5 at the door includes light foods and drinks.
WHO? All club members, family, and friends are welcome.
NOTES: Autograph requests will be granted. Copies of The Art of Racing in the Rain will be available for purchase. Seating is limited so RSVP early. There will be no dinner service at this event, light foods and drinks will be provided.
January 2010 Flatout Newsletter
Posted January 24, 2010 3:00PM
Featured Articles: Member BIOS; Walt Leising; Car Nutz Tales #1; The Year in Racing; HSR Racing at Sebring; plus much,much more.
2010 Driver Education Dates
Posted January 03, 2010 10:00AM
The Niagara Region will be hosting three Driver Education events at Watkins Glen in 2010:
May 24/25
June 23/24 (Advanced DE)
October 11/12
Registration opens February 1. Click on the Driver Education link (in the left sidebar) for all the details!
2010 Annual Planning Meeting
Posted December 16, 2009 7:00PM
The Niagara Region PCA annual planning meeting will be held on Sunday, February 21, 2010 at Terry Hills, 5122 Clinton Street Rd. (Rt. 33), Batavia. This meeting is open to all members, and provides us the opportunity to plan our year’s activities and events.
Arrive 12:30 pm, lunch served at 1:00 pm, meeting starts 1:30 pm. Cost for lunch is $5 per person (payable at the door) and includes soups, sandwiches, salad, dessert, and coffee/tea/soda. A cash bar is available. No RSVP necessary.
[Please note that there will be no regularly scheduled monthly meetings in February due to this planning meeting.]
2009 Year in Review - Flatout Newsletter
Posted December 11, 2009 2:00PM
The 2009 Year in Review issue is attached below. All Niagara Region members will receive a mailed hard copy by late December. Watch your mailbox for your copy!
(Please note the attachment below is in hard copy format and not ideally suited to online viewing.)
year_in_review_-_black_and_white_pics_rev6.pdf
November 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted November 24, 2009 12:00PM
Featured Articles: Member report and Bios, Annual Fall Banquet, Photo Contest Winners, Deegan Award, Old D&C Article about NRPCA, 2010 911 Turbo, 2010 Helmet Rules, Tech Articles, Photos, and much much more!
2009 Award Winners & Recipients
Posted November 22, 2009 8:00PM
Congratulations to our 2009 Photo Contest Winners: Sue Reesen, Bob Politi, and Chad Comeau! See their winning photos, and all contest entries, at the “Photo Contest Rules” link to the left.
Congratulations to our 2009 Deegan Award recipient Curt Hinchcliffe! As DE Registrar, Curt managed the registrations of 339 drivers who attended our DE events this year. As Membership Chairman, Curt has contacted all new members and welcomed them to the club. Congratulations Curt, and thank you!
2009 Charitable Giving Recipients
Posted November 22, 2009 8:00PM
Our club was very fortunate this year to be able to contribute funds to several worthy local charitable organizations:
$2,000 to Harbor House of Rochester, which is dedicated to providing a home-away-from-home for patients and their families who must travel to Upstate NY for heart failure and transplant care.
$2,000 to NYS Sheriff’s Association’s Summer Camp for Kids, which in the past 30 years has hosted over 11,000 boys and girls from economically challenged family environments.
$1,000 to Wease Cares Children’s Fund, which benefits children in the WNY area by providing clothing, food, games, computers, educational needs, and bedding, for children in need.
$1,000 to Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network, which is near and dear to our hearts because they were instrumental in the successful liver transplant of a good friend of ours, Ricky Hoyt. Ricky is Rick Hoyt’s son, who as you know works with our friends at Eksten Autoworks.
Thank you to all of these organizations for doing what they do on a daily basis for members of our community. We are honored to be able to provide these financial contributions.
October 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted October 30, 2009 5:00PM
Featured Articles: Winter storage maintenance tips, Member bios, Fall Grape Harvest Tour, NASA Racing, Fall DE, Extreme 944 Turbo, Tech articles, and much more!
Chili Run has been Cancelled
Posted October 15, 2009 10:00AM
The October 24 Chili Run through Letchworth State Park has been cancelled due to the forecast for inclement weather. The pavilion where the party was to take place is somewhat open to the elements. Next year we will be sure to book a venue that is fully enclosed and heated. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Annual Fall Banquet
Posted October 05, 2009 10:00PM
Celebrate the end of the driving season in style at our annual fall banquet being held on Saturday, November 21 at Brio, 3400 Monroe Avenue in Pittsford. $25 pp by November 7, $30 pp by November 14. Includes hor d’oeuvres, a fantastic dinner, live music, two cocktails, and cash bar following. Entrée selections: NY Strip, Salmon, Penne Pollo, and Stuffed Chicken Breast. Cocktails 6:30pm, dinner 7:30pm. Send check (payable to “Niagara PCA”) and meal choice(s) to Bill Schicker, 20 Edendery Circle, Fairport, NY 14450. Questions: (585) 377-1495 or Email
September 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted October 01, 2009 10:00AM
Featured Articles: Akron Picnic and Breakfast Run, Member BIOS, Dansville Balloon Festival, Vintage Weekend, Ski Round Top Swap Meet, Oktoberfest, Petit Grand Prix, George & Bonnie Miner Have Retired, The Speedster and much more.
Niagara PCA Photo Contest
Posted September 23, 2009 9:00AM
Whether photography is your passion, your hobby, or just an occasional pastime, we invite you to participate in our Niagara PCA photo contest celebrating the beauty, excitement, and unique character of the Porsche automotive marque.
There will be prizes for the top three photos. Winning photos and runner-ups will be displayed on the Niagara PCA club’s website, and possibly published in a 2010 Niagara PCA monthly calendar! Both amateur and professional photographers are welcome to participate. Photos must be submitted in digital format October 1-15; see PHOTO CONTEST RULES for details.
August 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted August 29, 2009 2:00PM
Featured Articles: Upcoming Events, Members Report, Birth of a Racecar, Member Bios, E’ville Picnic, Tech Articles, Pics and More!
Join the Niagara Region PCA Facebook Group
Posted August 09, 2009 9:00AM
Niagara Region PCA now has a Facebook Group. Join now to keep in touch with club members, and/or to use as a networking tool.
August Meeting Reminder
Posted August 04, 2009 5:00PM
WHAT? Niagara Region PCA membership meeting. Talk P-cars, upcoming events, club news, and anything else Porsche related. This is a low-key informal get together. Come as you are for dinner or for an after-dinner beverage.
WHERE? Terry Hills Golf Course, 5122 Clinton Street Road (Rt. 33), Batavia. 585/343-0860. Terry Hills
WHEN? Thursday, August 13. Arrive 6:30PM, meeting starts at 7:00PM.
WHO? All club members, family, and friends are welcome!
- Meeting held in the outdoor pavilion.
- Porsche parking nearby.
- Special menu selections for only $5 per club member including grilled chicken sandwiches, beef on weck, burgers, open steak sandwiches, etc. (Please bring cash to help facilitate payments.)
- Water, soda, and beer provided by the club.
- Bring the kids for a round of miniature golf (on premises).
Questions to Jim Arendt.
Your Newsletter Preference - Hard Copy or Online?
Posted August 03, 2009 8:00AM
Our club’s monthly Flatout newsletter is currently posted online. Would you prefer to have a hard copy mailed to you? Let us know what you think! QUICK POLL. Poll closes August 21.
July 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted July 29, 2009 7:00PM
Featured Articles: Member reports, breakfast run reports, autocross reports, member bios, upcoming event fliers, tech articles, photos, puzzles, and jokes!
Would you prefer to have a hard copy mailed to you? Let us know what you think! QUICK POLL.
Fall DE registration is now open
Posted July 21, 2009 4:00PM
Registration for the Niagara Region Fall DE at Watkins Glen is now open! Enjoy the incredible fall foliage scenery while learning high performance driving skills at the world-famous WGI road course. For details and registration information, click on our Driver Education page in the sidebar to the left.
Gimmick Rally & Picnic Details Finalized
Posted July 09, 2009 9:00PM
Saturday, July 18th, Babs and Tom Lyons will be running a gimmick rally. For those that have not done one before, the gimmick is we provide a route sheet with clues on it. As we drive the route “follow the leader” style, the driver and navigator use the clue sheet and try and find the items described and mark guesses on their answer sheet. Points are given for correct answers. The three highest scores will be given prizes from our Goodie Store.
The gimmick rally will start behind the Genesee Country Mall in Batavia to give both Buffalo and Rochester participants a central location to begin. The rally will end at Tony Frandina’s house (6808 Lake Shore Rd, Derby, NY, 14047, phone 716-849-1483) on Lake Erie in the town of Derby NY where we will partake in a picnic starting around 1:00pm.
Meeting time in Batavia will be 11:00am and departure will be at 11:30am.
Rob Dean will lead the Buffalo group from Autoplace Porsche to Batavia. Rob will be leaving Autoplace Porsche at 10:15am.
The picnic will be catered by a local vendor who is providing chicken breast and to be eaten on a roll. Baked beans, green salad, macaroni salad, chips, pretzels will be included. All paper products and utensils will be furnished. Ice will also be available.
Participants will need to bring their own drink and a folding chair or two. A TOPS market and liquor store are located close by for those that need to buy their supplies.
Anyone can participate in the rally but we will need an RSVP to participate in the picnic. A $5.00 or less charge will be levied on Picnic participants. RSVP to Tony Frandina or by phone at 716-849-1483 no later than Wednesday, July 15 at noon.
June 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted June 26, 2009 10:00PM
Featured Articles: President’s Report, Recent Activity and Event Recaps, Norm’s Classic Car Collection Tour, Clash at The Glen, Spring DE, Tech Articles, Photos, Member Bios, and much much more!
June Monthly Meeting Reminder
Posted June 01, 2009 2:00PM
Reminder that there will be only one monthly meeting this month!
WHAT? Niagara Region PCA membership meeting. Talk P-cars, upcoming events, club news, and anything else Porsche related. This is a low-key informal get together. Come as you are for dinner or for an after-dinner beverage.
WHERE? Terry Hills Golf Course, 5122 Clinton Street Road (Rt. 33), Batavia. 585/343-0860. Terry Hills
WHEN? Wednesday, June 10. Arrive 6:30PM, meeting starts at 7:00PM.
WHO? All club members, family, and friends are welcome!
- Meeting held in the outdoor pavilion.
- Porsche parking nearby.
- Special menu selections for only $5 per club member including grilled chicken sandwiches, beef on weck, burgers, open steak sandwiches, etc. (Please bring cash to help facilitate payments.)
- Water, soda, and beer provided by the club.
- Bring the kids for a round of miniature golf (on premises).
Questions to Jim Arendt.
We hope to see you there!!!
Classic Car Collection Tour & Picnic, June 13
Posted May 30, 2009 4:00PM
Tour of Norm Oliver’s classic car collection. A picnic will follow the tour of the collection.
Rochester-area members meet at Tim Horton’s (4760 W Henrietta Rd ) on the corner of Lehigh Sta. Rd. @ 8:30am, leaving @ 9am SHARP for Norm’s house @ 5170 Lewiston Rd, Lewiston 14092. From there we will go to Norm’s Warehouse @1921 Maryland Ave., Niagara Falls 14305.
Buffalo-area members meet up at either location (see times and addresses above).
Tour 11am to 1pm to view cars, immediately afterward there will be a catered picnic back at Norm’s house, a nominal fee may be charged, please bring something to drink and chairs to sit on. Spouses are invited and if they are not interested in the cars, Barbra will be hosting at the house.
Please RSVP to Bill Schicker by June 5 if you are coming to the picnic. It is REALLY important that you RSVP so we have enough food and so the club doesn’t spend funds unnecessarily.
Rain date is June 20.
Questions & RSVP to: Bill Schicker 585/377-1495
May 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted May 30, 2009 10:00AM
Featured articles: Event recaps, tech articles, website data analysis, new member and anniversary lists, numerous upcoming event fliers.
Niagara PCA Day at the July 11 Autocross - FREE ADMISSION
Posted May 29, 2009 9:00PM
Niagara Region PCA members will receive free admission to the July 11, 2009 autocross at Batavia International Motorsports Park.
Come on out and have some fun!
Short Notice - BREAKFAST RUN
Posted May 01, 2009 9:00PM
When: Sunday, 05.03.09
What: Breakfast Run – Very Informal
Where: Meet at Autoplace Porsche, Main near Transit, Clarence, NY
Time: 8am to 11am
Contact: Rob Dean, cell 716.348.7239, Please confirm via email: Rob Dean
April 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted April 29, 2009 9:00PM
Featured Articles: 1964 newsletter reprint (part 2), Porsches drive us crazy (part 2), Fran Cosentino race report, WGI opening day, photo contest info, tech info, more survey results, new members list and member PCA anniversaries, numerous event fliers.
Porsche Design Eyewear Show
Posted April 28, 2009 11:00PM
EyeSite Opticians carries the Porsche Design Eyewear Collection, and is sponsoring the Niagara Region PCA hospitality tent at the Vintage races at Watkins Glen in September.
On Saturday, May 9 from 11:00AM – 2:00PM, EyeSite is holding a Trunk Show featuring the entire Porsche Design Eyewear Collection.
- FREE Porsche Design hat or umbrella with purchase.
- Complimentary pizza and sodas served at lunchtime.
- A $300 Porsche pen will be raffled off as a door prize, no purchase necessary.
EyeSite Opticians, 2160 Penfield Road, NW Corner of Rts. 441 & 250, Penfield, NY 14526. 585/377-7090
Sahlen's 6 Hours of The Glen - PCA Hospitality Tent
Posted April 17, 2009 9:00PM
Zone 1 PCA will host a hospitality tent on Saturday, June 6. We are in need of volunteers to help in the hospitality tent, handout literature, and assist in Porsche corral parking. Email Jim Arendt if interested. Volunteers receive free admission to the event. [Edit 5.20.09 – Volunteer positions are full.]
In addition to watching incredible KONI Series and Rolex Series racing action, PCA member attendees will receive Porsche Corral parking, hospitality tent access, driver appearances, parade laps on the track, prize drawings, tech talks, and a Grand Am transporter tour.
Ticket purchase information can be found in the attached file below.
Catch the first racing action for the 2009 season with the 28th Running of the Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen weekend, June 5-7. The KONI Challenge Series returns as a support series and will help get the weekend going with its feature race on Friday, June 5. The up-and-coming stars of the NASCAR Camping World East Series and the popular Daytona Prototypes and GT Class of the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series will both hit the track for their featured races, including the Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen, on Saturday, June 6. The combination of these three exciting series makes this weekend a must attend for all race fans.
Ellicottville Summer Picnic
Posted April 14, 2009 11:00PM
Once again, the NRPCA Summer Picnic will be held at the Inn at Holiday Valley resort, overlooking the ski slopes and golf course that make it so special. The Inn at Holiday Valley offers a heated pool, sauna, jacuzzi, bike rentals and golf. The dates will be August 7, 8, and 9. Friday night will offer a cocktail party and a drawing for a free stay at the Inn at Holiday Valley. Last year, about 20 of us got together for a group dinner. Saturday is a full day of games, raffles, 5 class concours, pizza for lunch and beer, wine and snacks throughout the day. Saturday evening we will go up the “hill” for a All American BBQ dinner. After dinner we will retreat to the Gazebo for a bon fire and the funky sounds of Le Ron Zedeco. Sunday will start off with an early morning drive through the beautiful countryside. Following this “wakeup call” will be having breakfast in the banquet room along with some announcements about club events from the NRPCA Officers. Afterward it will be time to bid farewell, BUT for those who wish to continue, there is the Taste of Ellicottville Festival going on in town. What makes this event so special is you the members, the friendships and camaraderie is something that we all cherish.
Event Particulars: $30pp (the cost is subsidized by the club) this includes all of the above and One (1) Free T-Shirt PER COUPLE. Extras are $10 each.
Rooms are $90 on Friday night, $100 on Saturday night. Please call the Inn @ HV at 1-800-323-0020 and ask for the PORSCHE rate.
ANY QUESTIONS call 585-377-1495 or email Bill Schicker.
Make checks payable to NRPCA and mail to Bill Schicker, 20 Edendery Cir., Fairport, NY 14450
REGISTRATION DEADLINE JULY 31 (JULY 15 TO RECEIVE THE FREE TSHIRT AND NAMETAG).
Watkins Glen Opening Day
Posted April 14, 2009 11:00PM
Sunday April 26 is opening day at Watkins Glen International. THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. Meet at Eastview Mall, Victor NY, in the parking lot near Macy’s between 9:00am and 10:00am. Driver’s meeting will be at 9:45am. We’ll go over the route, what to do if you get lost, etc. We will leave Eastview Mall at 10:00am for a scenic ride through the Finger Lakes countryside to WGI. WGI will collect $20.00 from each car which covers the cost of three pace car lead laps of the track. Be sure to have CASH, they don’t take checks or credit cards. Event organizers: Tom & Babs Lyons, 585-415-8055. More details are on our website Event Calendar.
Buffalo-area Members Meet at Culligan’s Auto Place Porsche, 8135 Main Street, Williamsville at 7:45 AM. We will head East to meet up with the Rochester-area members. Direct any Buffalo group questions to Joe Paladino.
March 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted March 28, 2009 8:45AM
Featured Articles: Spring car startup, what our readers said, member bios, Panamera interior, Tech articles, 1964 newsletter reprint, pictures, jokes, and more!
The Clash Needs You
Posted March 25, 2009 1:00PM
The Porsche Clash PCA club race at Watkins Glen is in need of volunteers. The Clash is scheduled for May 29-31, and volunteers are needed from Thursday thru Sunday. You can work half a day, or stay the whole weekend. There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer including registration, grid, timing/scoring, tech. Click here for details on VOLUNTEERING.
New DE event just added to schedule
Posted March 24, 2009 9:00PM
Niagara Region is pleased to announce a new addition to our DE program – an Advanced/Solo DE on June 24/25, 2009. Entry fee is only $385 and registration is now open at Club Registration.
This unique DE format will include two run groups, with some sessions being combined. Each driver will receive LOTS of track time! All standard PCA safety protocols and passing rules will be in effect. Due to the nature of this event, the number of drivers accepted is very limited. The first 50 drivers to register AND PAY will be assigned a garage space at no additional cost. This event will sell out, so early registration is highly encouraged.
This event is for advanced track drivers and provides the opportunity to develop your high performance driving skills. Instructors, while not assigned, will be available for consultation on an individual basis. Soloed drivers, primarily from the Black (advanced) and Red (instructors) run groups are eligible to participate. If you are unsure if you qualify for admittance, please contact our Chief Instructor Rich DeAsis.
Come join the Niagara Region PCA at Watkins Glen for this extraordinary track event!
US Vintage Grand Prix at Watkins Glen
Posted March 11, 2009 3:00PM
The 2009 Watkins Glen racing season will close with the traditional season finale-the U.S. Vintage Grand Prix, September 11-13. This event celebrates racing’s history and continues to be the largest vintage racing event in the country featuring historic cars of the past from as far back as the 1930’s and is held in conjunction with the Grand Prix Festival in the Village of Watkins Glen.
The Niagara Region is offering a HOSPITALITY PACKAGE during the U.S. Grand Prix at Watkins Glen Vintage Races.
$70 per person includes:
- Friday Grand Prix Festival in the Village, race reenactments, fireworks
- Saturday Vintage Auto Auction at the Track
- Saturday & Sunday HOSPITALITY PACKAGE at the track during the Vintage Races
The HOSPITALITY PACKAGE includes:
- Weekend General Admission
- Preferred Porsche Corral parking
- Track-side Hospitality Tent access
- Snacks & drinks all day Sat/Sun
- Catered lunch Sat/Sun
- Paced laps on the track in your own car
- Children 12 and under FREE with paid adult
Registration IS NOW OPEN at Club Registration. Create an account for quick and easy online registration and payment.
One of the race reenactments in the Village:
Printable Flier:
Registration for May 25/26 DE is now open
Posted March 11, 2009 9:00AM
Registration is now open for the Niagara Region Driver Education event at Watkins Glen on May 25/26.
Click the “Driver Education” link in the sidebar for more information regarding the DE program, and for registration information.
Watkins Glen Vintage Grand Prix looking for a Title Sponsor
Posted March 03, 2009 11:00AM
Corporate sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2009 season at Watkins Glen, including the Title Sponsorship of the US Vintage Grand Prix, September 11-13, 2009.
With approximately 500 competitors the US Vintage Grand Prix at Watkins Glen is the flagship event of the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association and one of the largest Vintage Racing events in America. The event attracts an affluent, well-educated audience that take part in a full 3-day race weekend made up of various events. The weekend is made up of the Friday downtown re-enactment of the original Grand Prix run on the streets of Watkins Glen which kicks off the weekend, the Antique Auto Show and Vintage Auto Auctions to be held on Saturday, and the culmination of all the weekends vintage racing action on Sunday, the US Vintage Grand Prix.
The Title Sponsorship of the US Vintage Grand Prix is a cost-effective opportunity to take ownership of one of the premier road racing events in the United States. All eyes will be on your product or brand through a host of fully integrated marketing opportunities that are tailored to meet your specific needs. From promotional opportunities, to signage, program ads, displays, hospitality, and tickets we will provide a platform for you to gain valuable exposure, and entertain prospects and employees. For those wishing to reach a national audience, packages can be built to include elements on our nationally televised events such as Grand-Am, IndyCar, and NASCAR.
Please feel free to contact us for additional information:
Ryan Tolley
Manager, Sales & Business Development
Watkins Glen International
Office: 607-535-2486 xt: 207
Cell: 585-802-7926
E-mail: Ryan Tolley
February 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted February 25, 2009 11:00PM
Featured Articles: Survey Results, Member Statistics, New Member and PCA Anniversary Listings, the DE Experience, The Way our Porsches Drive us Crazy, HSR 4 Hours at Sebring, and much more!
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Membership Survey Results
Posted February 23, 2009 11:00PM
Our club’s membership survey is now closed. We had a tremendous response with 104 members completing the survey, and we very much appreciate all the great feedback! Our next step is to analyze the data, and formulate action plans where needed.
View the results here: SURVEY RESULTS
Some of the open-ended questions and answers will be published in the Flatout Newsletter, beginning with the February issue which will be posted on our website around Feb. 28.
Street Survival for Teens
Posted February 16, 2009 5:45PM
A must-do event for teenage drivers. The Tire Rack Street Survival® school is a safe teen program designed to go beyond today’s required driver’s education and give teens across the U.S. the driving tools and hands-on experience to become safer, smarter drivers. Trained and qualified in-car driving instructors as well as classroom experience for each student.
Details and registration info HERE. Click the “School Schedule/Registration” link in the left sidebar of the Street Survival website for the local event. The venue is Monroe Community College on April 19.
Hosted by the Genesee Valley Chapter, BMW Club.
Instructors are needed for this event. Contact Dan Mack.
Volunteers are needed for this event. Contact Stu Sacks.
Truth in 24 - Documentary
Posted January 30, 2009 2:00PM
Submitted by Niagara Region member Doug Rea.
Just as a heads-up to the Niagara PCA membership on the documentary film…
TRUTH in 24
ESPN will debut the NFL Films documentary “Truth in 24” on Friday, March 20. The broadcast marks the first public distribution of the award-winning film. It will air during primetime from 8 to 10 p.m.
Check out the following web site:
American LeMans
And, then see the trailers (especially the 60 sec version) at:
Truth in 24
This promises to be a great documentary. Check out the web sites above if you have not already seen them. Having been on assignment to photograph the 2007 and 2008 24 Hours of Le Mans, I’m especially excited to see this film on the eve of Sebring.
Please pass along to the membership.
Wishing you all warmer weather!
Doug Rea
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Niagara Region Planning Meeting
Posted January 28, 2009 11:00AM
The Niagara Region PCA annual planning meeting will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2009 at Terry Hills, 5122 Clinton Street Rd. (Rt. 33), Batavia. Terry Hills is close to where we have met in past years. This meeting is open to all members, and provides us the opportunity to plan our year’s activities and events.
Arrive 12:30 pm, lunch served at 1:00 pm, meeting starts 1:30 pm. Cost for lunch is $5 per person (payable at the door) and includes soups, sandwiches, salad, dessert, and coffee/tea/soda. A cash bar is available. No RSVP necessary.
[Please note that there will be no regularly scheduled monthly meetings in February due to this planning meeting.]
Niagara Region Membership Survey
Posted January 28, 2009 9:00AM
Survey is now closed. Thank you to all who took the time to provide us with valuable feedback. Results of this survey are being shared with our members via email and the Flatout Newsletter.
If you haven’t already done so, please complete our club’s membership survey. We are conducting a membership survey to help us prioritize our goals for the club for 2009/2010. Your input would be greatly appreciated so that improvements can be made which accurately reflect the wishes of our members. Survey ends 2/15/09.
Click Here to take survey
Two lucky members who complete the survey will be chosen at random to win a PCA Zone 1 Gift Certificate! The certificates are good for either free or discounted entry into the 2009 Zone 1 Rally, Concours, Autocross, Club Race or Driver Education events! Winners will be announced at the March, 2009 monthly meeting.
January 2009 Flatout Newsletter
Posted January 25, 2009 7:00PM
Featured Articles: Upcoming Events, New Executive Board, Panamera Debut, Put Your Rain Tires On, Porsche Parade
December 2008 Flatout
Posted November 30, 2008 7:00PM
Featured Articles: Upcoming Events, New E-mail System, Fall Dinner, NR Speedster, Panamera Rollout Campaign, Tech Tactics and more.
November 2008 Flatout
Posted October 31, 2008 8:00PM
Featured Articles: Election Results, Upcoming events, Hot Wheels Festival, Ellicottville, Vintage weekend, Fall Tech/DE events and more.
September 2008 Flatout
Posted August 31, 2008 8:00PM
Featured Articles: Naples Rally, Porsche Parade in Charlotte, Dansville ballon Festival, NRPCA Summer Picnic.
Summer 2008 Flatout
Posted June 30, 2008 8:00PM
Featured Articles: Drivers Ed, Upcoming Events, The Log Cabin
Oct-Nov 2007 Flatout
Posted October 31, 2007 8:00PM
Featured Articles: August Picnic, San Diego Parade, Zippo at WGI, Tech Inspection
August-Sept 2007 Flatout
Posted August 31, 2007 8:00PM
Featured Articles: Drivers Ed, Pittsburg Vintage Races
June-July 2007 Flatout
Posted June 30, 2007 8:00PM
Featured Articles: Daytona Sebring 2007, Watkins Glen, Road Rash Fix
April-May 2007 Flatout
Posted April 30, 2007 8:00PM
Featured Articles: WGI Opening day, meeting notes, drivers ed, zone 1 rally
February 2007 Flatout
Posted January 31, 2007 7:00PM
Featured Articles: Driver’s Ed, Dear Abby, President’s Message
December 2006 Flatout
Posted November 30, 2006 7:00PM
Featured Articles: Chili Run 2006, Luck O’ the Irish, GT3 RSR, Fall Dinner and more!
October 2006 Flatout
Posted September 30, 2006 8:00PM
Featured Articles: Breakfast Club to Naples & Ellicottville, Log Cabin and Consumer Reports on Porsche
August 2006 Flatout
Posted July 31, 2006 8:00PM
Featured Articles: New logo, Porsche RSA Spyder, Opening Day at the Glen
March 2006 Flatout
Posted February 28, 2006 12:00AM
Featured Articles: Cayman intro, tech articles, Hershey swapmeet
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