On the 20/21st of November I'm off to Nurburgring Nordschleife with a couple of friends. Although photos are now banned from the circuit ill make sure to get some of the trip down through Germany and as much of the circuit as is possible.

Sounds like a Fantastic trip ahead. I know this goes without saying, but I'll say it anyway, be very careful on the track until everything, tires, yourself, etc. is warmed up.

What a blast, have a great time.

Will you be coming down to Nurnberg by any chance? I would love to meet you.

James,

You're the man. We'd love to see those illegally obtained spy photos of the Ring.

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I couldn't possibly condone such activity


Not sure about which route we;re taking. A friend is organising the route and accomodation so I'll let you know as soon as i do.

Thanks, I promise to drive safe

James,
Hope you have a great time there – I went two weeks ago for two days and did about 25 laps (300+miles) and had a blast!
For those of you who don’t know about the Nordshleife, it’s the old German Grand Prix track. 12 miles of blind crests, super fast sections and many very tight corners through forests and mountains. It’s where Nicki Lauda had his famous crash and burn accident. They don’t use it for Formula 1 anymore as it would be far too dangerous – no gravel traps or run-off areas, just miles of Armco barrier.
Because it’s technically a public road, anyone can go on it – just pay your $17 and head out for a lap. So you get vans (and even coaches sometimes) mixing it with fast road cars and even the odd racing car.
James, if you want the contact details of a very experienced instructor for an hour or so to tell you the main points of the circuit, let me know. Stephan Klepkens has done about 15,000kms round the circuit and trains industry drivers there, does tyre tests etc.
Anyway, have fun
William

Excellent photos Will, thanks for the info too. Looking forward to it, just hope the weather isnt too bad. I see your not wearing a helmet on the photos? I know its technically a road but even so.....

Please excuse the ignorance but How long is that straight away?
The track looks perfect for a Lambo!!

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Photos are not "not allowed", what they don't allow are onboard-Video cams.

There are plenty of opportunities to take picture from outside, some places are well known and always full of spectators.

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