Sebring 2019

ATLFalconsFAN · 11 Dec 2018, 23:31 (Ref:3869562)

Anyone else counting the days???

I'm super excited about our campsite this year, have first timers coming from England, Holland, Romania, and Australia. The whole world knows what a big deal Sebring will be next year and I can't wait to show the track to these guys for the first time. Think they're going to be pretty stoked on the access we have at Sebring as over in Europe they don't have nearly the access that we do.

We also have cute little backpacks for our first timers to wear. They'll be hauling around our drinks and snacks. Look for the following backpacks:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

scottypinthemix · 17 Dec 2018, 15:08 (Ref:3870868)

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Originally Posted by ATLFalconsFAN

Anyone else counting the days???

I'm super excited about our campsite this year, have first timers coming from England, Holland, Romania, and Australia. The whole world knows what a big deal Sebring will be next year and I can't wait to show the track to these guys for the first time. Think they're going to be pretty stoked on the access we have at Sebring as over in Europe they don't have nearly the access that we do.

We also have cute little backpacks for our first timers to wear. They'll be hauling around our drinks and snacks. Look for the following backpacks:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

totally counting the days.
Lance (rookie) is stoked to wear his backpack.
I'm ready, even made a countdown
https://www.timeanddate.com/countdow...nt=serif&csz=1

fergus_r · 21 Dec 2018, 21:12 (Ref:3871882)

Looking forward to my third Sebring in as many years. Some new challenges with WEC squeezed in- the timetable is absolute madness- but I'm looking forward to seeing how it pans out!

andrewn7 · 23 Jan 2019, 16:50 (Ref:3877979)

Will be first time visit for me and my Son and cant wait! Thinking about the Gurney terrace tickets - would anybody recommend them? Any other tips much appreciated. Thanks, Nick

fieldodreams79 · 24 Jan 2019, 02:45 (Ref:3878084)

Totally missed this thread. I had plans on going. Need to rally some troops (and myself) and see what's what....

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Originally Posted by andrewn7

Will be first time visit for me and my Son and cant wait! Thinking about the Gurney terrace tickets - would anybody recommend them? Any other tips much appreciated. Thanks, Nick

I've never sat in the terrace in the 5 or 6 trips I've taken but I wonder how much you could see from up there. it might be worth it! Certainly could see the main straight and T1 well but me personally; I would rather be down with the "groundlings" in Green Park.

scottypinthemix · 24 Jan 2019, 22:24 (Ref:3878404)

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Originally Posted by andrewn7

Will be first time visit for me and my Son and cant wait! Thinking about the Gurney terrace tickets - would anybody recommend them? Any other tips much appreciated. Thanks, Nick

For me, paying the extra $ to have any sort of reserved seating is not worth it.
IMHO you're not doing it right if you're not walking around all weekend. There is so much to see.
How old is your son? Also, do you plan on camping all weekend?

andrewn7 · 25 Jan 2019, 08:24 (Ref:3878462)

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Originally Posted by scottypinthemix

For me, paying the extra $ to have any sort of reserved seating is not worth it.
IMHO you're not doing it right if you're not walking around all weekend. There is so much to see.
How old is your son? Also, do you plan on camping all weekend?

He's 14. We will be stopping about an hour away, as part of a family holiday to Orlando / WDW. We've got a rental car so would plan on going back and to each day.

I think I've heard enough to persuade me to not part with the extra $ for the Gurney terrace

fieldodreams79 · 25 Jan 2019, 10:28 (Ref:3878499)

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Originally Posted by andrewn7

He's 14. We will be stopping about an hour away, as part of a family holiday to Orlando / WDW. We've got a rental car so would plan on going back and to each day.

I think I've heard enough to persuade me to not part with the extra $ for the Gurney terrace

The Mouse and Sebring! I've debated taking my kids and wife and just dumping them off in Orlando and heading South as it's their spring break.

they don't like even going to Road Atlanta with me (its 40 mins away from us).

Just know that traffic in and out of the circuit each day is going to likely be daunting (I wouldn't really know as I camp at the circuit when I go) and Orlando, depending on where you're staying is at least an hour and 45 away. That's a lot of driving but is worth doing both trips, if your time allows.

ATLFalconsFAN · 5 Feb 2019, 21:11 (Ref:3882149)

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Originally Posted by andrewn7

Will be first time visit for me and my Son and cant wait! Thinking about the Gurney terrace tickets - would anybody recommend them? Any other tips much appreciated. Thanks, Nick

Years ago I bought terrace tickets. Not worth it IMHO. The shade is nice, but the view gets a little dull.

Coach Ep · 6 Feb 2019, 03:45 (Ref:3882182)

By email (edited) today:

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Viewing and Parking Options Expanded for SuperSebring; Superticket Advance Purchase Discount Ends Feb. 14

Although several of Sebring International Raceway’s prime viewing and parking options are now sold out for the epic SuperSebring doubleheader, March 13-16, several new options have been made available at America’s most historic sports car racing venue.

RESERVED PARKING
Reserved trackside parking for cars and RVs adjacent to the track is available on a limited basis. A new reserved parking area for cars and RVs in the East Paddock has been created for fans who want to be guaranteed a spot in one of the most convenient locations at the famous circuit. These reserved 20 x 50-foot spots are as close as a fan can get to the WEC, Michelin Pilot Challenge and IMSA WeatherTech paddocks. Reserve your spot today and have four days of fun in the shadow of the world’s greatest race teams. For reserved parking availability in the East Paddock area and other locations, please call 800.626.7223.

CAR PARKING
Due to increased advanced ticket sales, Sebring Raceway must create more efficient parking options to ensure that everyone who wants to be a part of SuperSebring will be able to get into the property Friday and Saturday. Sebring officials plan to set aside a large area for ‘Daily Car Parking’ between the Midway vendors and Turn 6. Please be advised that all overnight parking or camping must take place outside these ‘Day Car Parking’ lots.”

Gates open at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, March 13, and remain open 24 hours a day through Saturday’s 12-hour race.

jimclark · 27 Feb 2019, 16:10 (Ref:3887098)

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Originally Posted by ATLFalconsFAN

Years ago I bought terrace tickets. Not worth it IMHO. The shade is nice, but the view gets a little dull.

Agreed about the view (the often needed shade, too) but also good insurance against rain as I rather still watch the cars go by than not whilst retreating to a dry place (car fer instance) with no view.... We do a bunch of walking when at Sebring and don't prefer to caryy stuff (beer cooler excepted...

) so it's also a good spot to just take a breather ('do "picnic" meals up there too), catch some pitstops, and educate many newbies that seem to gravitate to the pit boxes (Gurney and Fangio as they were called in days of yore).

champcarman · 2 Feb 2019, 12:02 (Ref:3881309)

Had every intention to be there this year but an important wedding in Belgium will keep me away. With the St Pete Indy this would be an awesome Florida couple of weeks. Maybe next year but this year the Spa 6 Hours will have to do.

dwh43scale · 3 Feb 2019, 09:20 (Ref:3881610)

Heading out for our fourth visit - 2000, 2006, 2013.

From previous experience, this time will be bringing a small step to be able to shoot photos over the fence.

Will be looking back at my 2013 photos and will post some on Flickr in the next few days.

dwh43scale · 6 Feb 2019, 22:42 (Ref:3882307)

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Originally Posted by dwh43scale

Heading out for our fourth visit - 2000, 2006, 2013.

From previous experience, this time will be bringing a small step to be able to shoot photos over the fence.

Will be looking back at my 2013 photos and will post some on Flickr in the next few days.

As promised -
https://flic.kr/s/aHsmvdwikj

ATLFalconsFAN · 7 Feb 2019, 13:46 (Ref:3882400)

Nice photos! I still have a shot I took that year of one of the R18s with a nice background of palm trees as my desktop photo on my computer.

scottypinthemix · 11 Feb 2019, 21:56 (Ref:3883386)

Yeah!

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ATLFalconsFAN · 15 Feb 2019, 18:33 (Ref:3884455)

Had another Brit confirm yesterday. We're up to six international visitors in our camp now.

Man, have a feeling we're gonna see crowds this year like we've never seen...

fieldodreams79 · 15 Feb 2019, 22:12 (Ref:3884492)

And I'm getting the feeling I may not be able to break away for this one...

broadrun96 · 18 Feb 2019, 13:27 (Ref:3885007)

I've already concluded with the work I still have for the wedding there's no chance I can take a week out of town sadly. One day I'll get there but not any time soon.

fieldodreams79 · 18 Feb 2019, 20:10 (Ref:3885097)

I've all but officially pulled the plug on this one. Kids are at the age where I can't take a week off without them. Green Park is borderline for a 13 year old. My 8 year old?? Not even close. The wife? HA!

It's all relative, but hope all that can make it, enjoy it!

**skycafe** · 19 Feb 2019, 00:18 (Ref:3885120)

I just read a posting on (the dreaded FaceBook) that Sebring International is reporting ticket sales 60% ahead of previous years. Expecting the largest crowd ever and it looks like they will be sold out before race day.

Sounds very much like advance planning as far as tickets would be well advised.

Anyopenroad · 21 Feb 2019, 10:03 (Ref:3885725)

This will be my first trip to Sebring. Arriving Thu evening, I’ll be sleeping in my hired SUV in north paddock.

I’m living the motorsport spectating dream at the moment - Sebring, Nürburgring, Laguna Seca, Goodwood and Monza on consecutive weekends!

justracing · 26 Feb 2019, 08:30 (Ref:3886679)

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Originally Posted by Anyopenroad

This will be my first trip to Sebring. Arriving Thu evening, I’ll be sleeping in my hired SUV in north paddock.

I’m living the motorsport spectating dream at the moment - Sebring, Nürburgring, Laguna Seca, Goodwood and Monza on consecutive weekends!

Sounds like my kind of trip! I wish! Enjoy

fergus_r · 26 Feb 2019, 21:00 (Ref:3886904)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anyopenroad

This will be my first trip to Sebring. Arriving Thu evening, I’ll be sleeping in my hired SUV in north paddock.

I’m living the motorsport spectating dream at the moment - Sebring, Nürburgring, Laguna Seca, Goodwood and Monza on consecutive weekends!

Is that Laguna for IGTC at the end of March? I'm thinking of doing that one since I'll still be in the US then. Eagerly awaiting an entry list.

Anyopenroad · 27 Feb 2019, 13:53 (Ref:3887082)

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Originally Posted by fergus_r

Is that Laguna for IGTC at the end of March? I'm thinking of doing that one since I'll still be in the US then. Eagerly awaiting an entry list.

Yes it is. Got a return flight from Heathrow to San Jose on BA for a fairly startling £280. Decided it was too good a chance to turn down.

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