Summit Point Shenandoah circuit pics & comments - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Stephen12ZL1 · 05-17-2015, 03:02 PM

Nice place to run a Z/28. It is a 2.2 mile circuit with 22 turns and is highly technical. This is my first visit, and it was a learning experience. Miatas rule this circuit but the Z/28 proved to be quite a contender. Unfortunately, I was plagued with a tire issue that ruined my last sessions. I did get 3 dry sessions before a slow leak developed in the right front tire. I had a data tag on the car for lap times but I will not get the info until tomorrow. My brother-in-law's M3 was doing well also. Here are a few pics:

Stephen12ZL1 · 05-17-2015, 03:04 PM

Pic of Z/28 & M3

Stephen12ZL1 · 05-17-2015, 03:05 PM

Karussel turn:

Stephen12ZL1 · 05-17-2015, 03:07 PM

last one

jshaf · 05-17-2015, 03:12 PM

looks like fun

Rico · 05-17-2015, 03:12 PM

That looks like a lot of fun. I'd like to take my car to a track, but I wouldn't know where to begin.

Z/28Dan · 05-17-2015, 06:03 PM

I haven't run the Shenandoah yet, but I hope to in October. Those banked turns look interesting.

Front Runner · 05-17-2015, 07:27 PM

That track does look technical but it also looks like a lot of fun.

Stephen12ZL1 · 05-17-2015, 07:51 PM

I followed some cars on the first session before I realized approximately where to position my car for this crazy "karussel" turn. It is a banked piece of concrete that takes practice to enter smoothly. Otherwise, the car gets upset and can scrape the belly pan bolts and catalytic converter shield (guilty...��). I enjoyed my runs there and intend to go back.

MJanowich · 05-18-2015, 02:43 PM

I'd love to drive that track one day. It looks to be a bit more forgiving on brakes since the straight isn't as long as the one on Summit Point's main track.

Were there any other Camaros out there that day?

Stephen12ZL1 · 05-18-2015, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by MJanowich

I'd love to drive that track one day. It looks to be a bit more forgiving on brakes since the straight isn't as long as the one on Summit Point's main track.

Were there any other Camaros out there that day?

Yes, just one. A 2014-15 V6 car for whatever reason was the only other Camaro in a sea of Miatas, 3 series BMWs, Lotus Elises, Porsche 911s, etc. This track is not that forgiving on brakes. The speeds aren't as high as the main circuit, however, you are forever trail braking. The longer straights give the brakes time to cool and this tight course after 30min takes it toll. My brakes were fine, but many others complained about fade(especially my brother-in-law). It is a very demanding track to keep your eyes up and to be aware of the many areas that you should never put your wheels.

Stephen12ZL1 · 05-18-2015, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1Dan

I haven't run the Shenandoah yet, but I hope to in October. Those banked turns look interesting.

Cool...I may go back then too. Trackdaze is a nice group and very organized.

MJanowich · 05-18-2015, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Stephen12ZL1

Yes, just one. A 2014-15 V6 car for whatever reason was the only other Camaro in a sea of Miatas, 3 series BMWs, Lotus Elises, Porsche 911s, etc. This track is not that forgiving on brakes. The speeds aren't as high as the main circuit, however, you are forever trail braking. The longer straights give the brakes time to cool and this tight course after 30min takes it toll. My brakes were fine, but many others complained about fade(especially my brother-in-law). It is a very demanding track to keep your eyes up and to be aware of the many areas that you should never put your wheels.

Interesting about the brake fade. Hopefully I'll be able to find out for myself one day! And of course your brakes were fine, you have a Z/28

Have you ever run with FATT? I'm interested to see how they differ from Track Daze. FATT is sold out of tickets for a lot of their events until late summer so it would be nice to hear how a different organization runs things as an alternative if needed.

Stephen12ZL1 · 05-18-2015, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by MJanowich

Interesting about the brake fade. Hopefully I'll be able to find out for myself one day! And of course your brakes were fine, you have a Z/28

Have you ever run with FATT? I'm interested to see how they differ from Track Daze. FATT is sold out of tickets for a lot of their events until late summer so it would be nice to hear how a different organization runs things as an alternative if needed.

Never heard of FATT. I will have to check that out. Thanks! Oh, Friday at the Track...may be able to swing that one too.

05-17-2015, 03:02 PM	#1
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,808	Summit Point Shenandoah circuit pics & comments Nice place to run a Z/28. It is a 2.2 mile circuit with 22 turns and is highly technical. This is my first visit, and it was a learning experience. Miatas rule this circuit but the Z/28 proved to be quite a contender. Unfortunately, I was plagued with a tire issue that ruined my last sessions. I did get 3 dry sessions before a slow leak developed in the right front tire. I had a data tag on the car for lap times but I will not get the info until tomorrow. My brother-in-law's M3 was doing well also. Here are a few pics: Attached Images __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

05-17-2015, 03:04 PM	#2
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,808	Pic of Z/28 & M3 Attached Images __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

05-17-2015, 03:05 PM	#3
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,808	Karussel turn: Attached Images __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold) Last edited by Stephen12ZL1; 05-17-2015 at 06:24 PM.

05-17-2015, 03:07 PM	#4
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,808	last one Attached Images __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

05-17-2015, 03:12 PM	#5
jshaf Montani Semper Liberi Drives: 2011 Black 2SS/RS w/ IOM stripes Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Masontown, WV Posts: 4,841	looks like fun __________________ Stainless Works 1 7/8 Long Tude Headers, Stainless Works High Flow Cats, Stainless Works Retro Chambered Catback, Z/28 Air Intake, RDP Tuned, FR41 Chrome Rims, 1100W stereo, 35% Tint

05-17-2015, 03:12 PM	#6
Rico Flying da helicopter Drives: Black SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: HI Posts: 1,215 View My Garage	That looks like a lot of fun. I'd like to take my car to a track, but I wouldn't know where to begin.

05-17-2015, 06:03 PM	#7
Z/28Dan Drives: 2013 HWSE Indy Festial #26 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 2,670 View My Garage	I haven't run the Shenandoah yet, but I hope to in October. Those banked turns look interesting. __________________ There are only so many days in your lifetime. So get out and drive your Camaro... Dan

05-17-2015, 07:27 PM	#8
Front Runner Drives: 2016 Nightfall Gray Metallic SS Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: NC Posts: 1,011	That track does look technical but it also looks like a lot of fun. __________________ 2016 Nightfall Gray Camaro SS

05-17-2015, 07:51 PM	#9
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,808	I followed some cars on the first session before I realized approximately where to position my car for this crazy "karussel" turn. It is a banked piece of concrete that takes practice to enter smoothly. Otherwise, the car gets upset and can scrape the belly pan bolts and catalytic converter shield (guilty...��). I enjoyed my runs there and intend to go back. __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

05-18-2015, 02:43 PM	#10
MJanowich Door ding magnet Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Leesburg, VA Posts: 288 View My Garage	I'd love to drive that track one day. It looks to be a bit more forgiving on brakes since the straight isn't as long as the one on Summit Point's main track. Were there any other Camaros out there that day? __________________ "When you're racing, it's life. Anything that happens before or after is just waiting."