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    Shaun_E
    Monday saw the running of the clubs second "novices track day" this time at Rockingham circuit near Northamptonshire. After a popular and successful event last year at Donington Park, the club chose the slightly more southerly Rockingham circuit to host this day full of classroom briefing, instruction from several qualified ARDS instructors and plenty of track time. Participants seemed to have enjoyed themselves:
     
    Brilliant format, excellent instruction, loads of time on track. Massively exceeded my expectations and a truly memorable day. 

     A great day. Many thanks to all the organisers and instructors.
    Looking forward to the next one. 
    There are more club track days confirmed including Brands Hatch Grand Prix and Blyton Park in the next month and bookings will soon open for Cadwell Park and Oulton Park. For full details of the club's track day program take a look here: https://www.lotus7.club/trackdays
    Mcalvert

    Lowflying Feb 2018

    By Mcalvert, in Lowflying,

    This month: • How to go Racing – ‘60s Style • My L7 Club Guardian Angel • Book Review: The Magnificent 7 • Driver’s Diary • Of Man-Maths and Engine Upgrades • Club News and Events
    Lowflying is currently with the printers and will be dispatched towards members around 6th February.
    Mcalvert

    Lowflying January 2018

    By Mcalvert, in Lowflying,

    This Month: No Regrets Coyote • University Challenge • Redline Realignment • Of Trackdays and Rollover Bars • Round the Bends • Fridge Door • My Seven Journey So Far • Form An Orderly Queue Please
    Please note that because of the Christmas shutdown, January’s Lowflying will arrive a few days later than usual this month.  The magazine is currently with the printers and will be dispatched towards members on 15th January.
    Comp Sec

    Challenge 2018

    By Comp Sec, in Lotus,

    With ever more speed camera's on the road, do any of us truly get chance to find out how good a driver we are ?
    Can you stand alongside the other Motorsport Legends who have had Lotus Sevens , Colin Chapman, Edward Lewis, Graham Hill, Jackie Stewart, Eddie Irvine,Sir Chris Hoy, Nikki Lauda, to name a few in a car which was once dubbed as "Too Fast to Race".
    Regardless of what specification Lotus Seven or Caterham Seven you have, if your experienced or total novice why not challenge yourself against the clock, against others in similar performance cars.
    11 Sprints and 5 Hills spread over most of England and Wales, with a friendly and welcoming group of Lotus Seven Friends old and new.
    Not just for speed junkies but for men and women of all ages. Our fun little cars are often perceived as a boy's toys but we all just know that they are part of the family..
    So why not make it a family adventure, we welcome dual drives, and have seen every combination you can imagine, Mum & Daughter, Father & Son, Brothers, Mum & Son, Dad & Daughter, or even just good friends....
    If fact for the ladies who want to take part and be an inspiration to the next generation, then why not join Dare to be Different   and enjoy a great discount to our events this year.  
    So this Christmas why not talk about something different, push the boundaries and why not give it a go and enter in 2018, Northampton Motorsport Lotus Seven Club Speed Championship.
    The championship regulations and link to the entry form is available here
    All the entry forms will be available on the Event Page here
    If you have any questions or queries please feel free to ask, we don't bite.
    Comp Sec
    Sprints & Hill Climbs, The Lotus Seven Club Way
    Whether looking to compete or just spectate the Lotus Seven Club Speed Championship is a friendly & Welcoming way into the sport. 16 rounds spread over most of England with many with either free or nominal spectator fee’s so providing an excellent Blat destination especially the clubs very own Curborough events.
     DateVenueSpectator Cost125/03/2018RockinghamPremium215/04/2018Loton ParkPremium328/04/2018GoodwoodFree413/05/2018CurboroughFree519/05/2018Bylton – EastFree before 11am620/05/2018Blyton – OuterFree before 11am726/05/2018 &27/05/2018Gurston DownPremium817/06/2018EpyntFree930/06/2018Aintree SprintNominal1014/07/2018LlandowFree1128/07/2018Castle CombeNominal1205/08/2018HarewoodNominal1326/08/2018Curborough 8Free1408/09/2018WiscombeNominal1506/10/2018Anglesey NatFree before 11am1607/10/2018Anglesey IntFree before 11amFor those with a competitive edge or wanting to find out how quick they are then head over to the competitor’s area as the championship is now open for entries and shortly both Curborough Rounds will be open.
    If you are new to the Sprints & Hillclimbs then the excellent novice championship takes the best 5 scores against your fellow novices.
    Entry fee to the championship is a very modest £25 or for those novices registered in the Dare to be Different campaign only £10. The Dare to be Different campaign is focused on promoting opportunity for ladies in all aspects of motorsport.
    The Curborough events are open to both Championship competitors as well as all Club members, entry fee is £100 per competitor or, if a novice registered with Dare to be Different this is discounted to just £25.
    All you need is an MSA Nat B Non Race Licence (A Simple on line application), Suitable Helmet, Race Suit & Gloves.
    All Classes are available to competitors of any ability, and every Caterham will be eligible for a class, with many competitors competing in standard roadgoing Caterhams.
    Speed Events are probably the most accessible form of motorsport competition and our own championship is one of the most friendly and engaging group of competitors you will ever meet. Even if you are not looking to compete make sure that you come and have a chat and kick some tyres with any of us.
    If you have any questions or you want to be included on the speed mailing list to hear updates on future events please drop an email to compsec@lotus7.club or drop a post in the Club Speed Events of BlatChat.
    Shaun_E

    Portmeirion Trip 2018

    By Shaun_E, in Special Offers,

    Portmeirion Trip, North Wales 2018Following the success of our last trip to Portmeirion this year, we will return on 24th June 2018 for another 2 - 3night stay, including a gala dinner each night. 
    Options are for a 2 or 3 night stay starting on Sunday 24th June 2018, in either a single or double room or suite, with breakfast included. Prices are 2 nights double £460 – £528, 3 nights double £685 - £787. 2 night single £410 - £478, 3 nights single £610 - £712, in either the hotel or surrounding village accommodation.
    Closing date for bookings 20th March 2018.
    Online booking form here.
    Mcalvert

    Lowflying December 2017

    By Mcalvert, in Lowflying,

    This Month: From Karting to Caterhams • Supply Chain Management the Seven Way • Devon Blat • On the Road • Fridge Door • Brighton Flock • Speed Championship Awards Lunch • Dr Bodge • Season’s Greetings from the MT • News and Club Events
    Also with this month’s edition is the Lotus Seven Club’s calendar 2018.
    Lowflying is currently with the printers and should be dispatched towards members around 8th December.
    Mcalvert

    Lowflying November 2017

    By Mcalvert, in Lowflying,

    This Month: The Unofficial First Portuguese International • Introduction to Sprinting • Ital Rear Axle - Strengthening And Compatibility • New Member Profile: Graeme White • NC500 • Anglesey Sprint Weekend • Brooklands Double 12 • Club News and Events
    Lowflying is currently with the printers and should be dispatched towards members around 6th November.
    Mcalvert

    Calendar Competition 2018

    By Mcalvert, in Lowflying,

    Photo Competition - Club Calendar 2018
    Time is running out to submit photos for consideration for our 2018 Club calendar which will be sent out to all members with December’s Lowflying.
    We are looking to feature members’ own photos to illustrate each month.  Not only is this your chance to have your photographs immortalised in print, and hanging on members’ walls around the world, but those whose shots get selected for use will be rewarded with prizes selected from the Club’s regalia range. 
    We always receive a fantastic range of photographs for the calendar, and we are once again going to retain the general theme for the photo competition as “Lotus 7 Club Life”.  This could include themes of touring, Club events, track days, cars – the only real limit is your imagination.  With many events marking 60 years of our favourite car, there should be plenty of opportunities to capture great shots too… A short caption for each picture submitted would be appreciated, as any photo not used on the calendar may well be chosen to appear in Lowflying at a later date.
    PLEASE NOTE: Because of the calendar’s layout, pictures will need to be in landscape format.  Please also make sure that files are of a high enough resolution to allow good quality reproduction. 
    Please send entries to lowflying@lotus7.club with a single picture and caption per email.  A maximum of five pictures is allowed per person and  membership number.
    Please mark all entries with the subject title “Club Calendar 2018 Photo Competition”.  Submissions should include your name, phone number and Club membership number.
    12 entries will be selected for the calendar, and the following prizes will be on offer:
    1st Prize of a Lotus 7 Club Micro Fleece Jacket
    2nd Prize of a Lotus 7 Club polo shirt (men’s or ladies’)
    The remaining selected entrants will receive a t-shirt from the Club’s regalia range.
    See Lowflying for full Terms and Conditions of entry.
     
    Shaun_E
    As advertised in October's Lowflying, L7C cufflinks and Lowflying binders are now available for pre-order on-line through the website. 60th Anniversary commemorative glasses are also available but via our merchandise provider Purple Promotions. Please note that items will be shipped mid-December in time for Christmas.
    Cufflinks
    Binders
    60th Glasses
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