That was a pretty good and learning experience. Rented RP's car #70. Practice put me a little more towards the mid pack times and qualified in the mid 3rd. Found some good speed compared to people around me and actually passed a few people, but due to bad luck and a mistake (i.e. spin) in turn 5, I ended up having to pass the same cars a few times. It was good to see that I was getting faster. I did however get a little bit over eager when trying to pass two cars on the inside of turn 10. The car got loose and the only way to avoid broadsiding anyone was to lift and cause more lift understeer. I did not manage to catch the car and ran wide in the gravel trap, resulting in an interesting few seconds. I actually remember trying to find some grip, unaware that the car was no even touching the ground at that point. Damage to the car was not bad, hurray for Miatas, and I drove it back to the pits. Front right end of the car got fixed pretty fast (tie rod and cross member bent) and in time for the MARSS 12 race the next day.
My GoPro did not work for that race, which is a bummer and another reason to dislike GoPro's, but Chris from Finish Line Production was there to catch the moment. It took me a few months to track him down but I now have the pictures to remember the good times.
