Track Days
HPDE / Racing School

CASCADE SPORTS CAR CLUB (CSCC) TRACK DAYS

From novices to aspiring race car drivers, Cascade’s Track Day events let you experience the thrill of driving your car in a controlled environment on a race track – Portland International Raceway.  Get in, buckle up, and get ready for the drive of your life!  Learn the secrets and techniques of car control from our instructors while also understanding the limits of your vehicle.  These events also qualify as a Competition Racing School for those interested in racing with the International Conference of Sports Car Clubs (ICSCC).

“Track Day” can often be referred to as Driver Training or High Performance Driver Education/Event (HPDE).  You may notice the different names used throughout the text however they all refer to the same program.

Below you’ll find the three different run groups we offer at our events (Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced) and a brief description of them.  Use the outline below when signing up, this will help to ensure you’re placed in the correct group.

Prices start at under $250!

Beginner / Novice

0 – 3 events previously, with or without instruction

In the ​HPDE Novice ​group, you will be paired with an instructor who will work with you to navigate Portland International Raceway! You will learn the secrets and techniques of car control, the correct line around a racetrack, and more. You’ll begin the morning with speeds which are most comfortable to you and then build up by the end of the day to speeds which should only be achieved in a controlled environment aka a racetrack! The goal is for you to learn more about your car and become a better driver while enjoying the thrill of driving on a racetrack.

Intermediate

3 – 5 events previously

In the ​HPDE Intermediate ​group, you will be paired with an instructor who will work with you to improve on skills already learned and work with you on some new advanced techniques. This group is designed for the person who has prior track experience, be it minimal or extensive. The goal is for you to improve on consistency and work on aspects of driving that you would like to improve on.

Advanced / Solo

5+ events, including at least 3 in the last two years, approved solo sign off

In the ​HPDE Advanced ​group, you will not be paired with an instructor except for possibly the first session. This is a club day environment where the goal is to enjoy a day at the racetrack driving fast and skillfully with friends and other enthusiasts who share your same passion. The pace and flow in this group is excellent with the more experienced drivers!

Minimum Requirements

The following minimum requirements apply to all drivers in all run-groups.

Driver

– 18 Years Old.
– Valid Driver’s License to be presented at on-site check-in.
– Racing Helmet rated SA2010 at a minimum.  Helmets are available to rent for a small fee.
– Closed toe, laced shoes are required.
– Long Pants are required.

Vehicle

– Convertibles must have a roll-bar. See “Convertible Roll Bar Requirements”.
– All cars shall have a passenger seat and seat belts securely installed for an instructor. Both driver and passenger seat belts must function properly, be in good condition, and be of a minimum three-point design (shoulder and lap belt), or a 5 or 6-point harness. ​4-point harnesses will not be accepted.
– The seat and seat belts must be equivalent for both the driver and passenger. If the driver seat is aftermarket with a properly routed 5 or 6-point safety harness, then the instructor needs to have the same.
– Aftermarket 5 or 6-point harnesses strongly recommend use of a HANS-style neck protection device.
– Convertibles have different belt requirements. See “Convertible Roll Bar Requirements”.
– Tires should be in good condition, no visible signs of cracks/rot and at visibly good tread depth.
– Tires must be mounted on proper-width wheels.  No tire stretch.
– Wheels properly torqued.
– At least 50% or more brake pad thickness.
– Battery physically secured with tie downs/brackets, and positive battery terminal covered.
– No loose items in cabin, including: floor mats, phone chargers, garage door openers, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE TRACK​?

 – Arrive at the track between 6:45 am – 7:15 am.

 – Sign the waiver at the gate and receive your wristband. This wristband must be worn at all times throughout the day.

 – Check in at on-site registration. Show registration your Driver’s License.  At registration you will receive a schedule, your run group assignment, a tech form, and a temporary car number to help us identify you. Attach your number to the outside of the upper driver’s side corner of your front windshield and line your car up in the appropriate run group lane for tech inspection.

 – If you have rented or need to rent a helmet, registration will be able to assist you.

 – Check the schedule for time and place of the Mandatory Driver’s Meeting, and then of course attend. Typically the Driver’s Meeting is held around 7:45 am. At the conclusion of the Driver’s Meeting, return to your car and wait for your instructor (if you’re in one of the school groups) to find you and get situated for your first track session.

 – There will be a “Recon Lap Tour” for novice drivers, with an instructor giving first timers a low speed tour of the track. During this tour, which is usually 3-4 laps, the essential landmarks will be pointed out, such as turn stations, cones indicating turn-in points, corner apexes, etc. These laps are essential for you to understand how things work and what to look for on track.

 – Drink plenty of water throughout the day and mind your fatigue level – both physical and mental. There is no shame in sitting out a session if you’re feeling overwhelmed or tired.

Arrival, Registration and Tech
Out Lap, Cones, Turn Stations
Flags and Flag Stations

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