Who's been to the MotoGP @ Laguna Seca?

[118811]

Well it looks like I might be going to the 2012 MotoGP at laguna Seca

I have a good friend that is a Sales Rep for a MAJOR sponsor.
 He got the ok to let me tag along.


Just wondering who has been to this race?
And could you give me an idea of what to expect...& .if it was you going what would
Want to see , etc?

Thanks

[desmoquattro]

Most of us have! Definitely worth the trip. Be sure to post up in advance so we can arrange a bike night. Also, check out the local resources thread for bike rentals, things to see, etc.

[Grampa]

Two words



actually three


Red Bull suite.

[sofadriver]

Have your bike's registration in your pocket so you can park on Ducati island. Even without your bike, your registration will get you some very nice perks on the Island (breakfast, gourmet coffee, prize drawings and, ohhhhh, the Ducati girls   ) and more.
Tour the whole place on Saturday so you know where you want to be on Sunday (good walking shoes are a must). If you want to be at the Corkscrew for Sunday's race you need to get there EARLY with all provisions so you don't have to leave.
Don't miss Cannery Row on Saturday night. What a hoot!  

Oh, yeah - it will be hot.

[118811]

Thanks
Guys....I am getting jazzed already!!!

[Scotzman]

Cold and misty in the morning and blazing hot in the afternoon.

[danaid]

 Visit the paddock Firday or Saturday early to see the riders and to get some swag and pics. Race day the riders are mostly in their trailers getting in the zone.
 The weekend will fly by and before you know it, it will all be over. 

 

[duccarlos]

Make sure to make reservations at a hotel or the campsites early, like right now. They fill up quickly and can get very very expensive.

[desmoquattro]

Make sure to make reservations at a hotel or the campsites early, like right now. They fill up quickly and can get very very expensive.

+1

And if you have trouble getting something in Monterey or Carmel, try Salinas.

[sofadriver]

+1

And if you have trouble getting something in Monterey or Carmel, try Salinas.

last year, 7 of us rented a KOA "Kamper Kabin" in Salinas - $143/night. Not bad 

[desmoquattro]

last year, 7 of us rented a KOA "Kamper Kabin" in Salinas - $143/night. Not bad 

Nice! And if you're inclined to get an RV, I strongly suggest camping here:
http://www.carmelrv.com/

Alternately, for car camping, this spot is good:
http://saddlemountain.tripod.com/saddlemountaincamping/

I like camping off-track, as it gives me some peace & quiet and better facilities.

Another tip: be VERY careful of LEOs that weekend. The CHP sets up numerous speed traps, especially around the motorcycle entrances to the track.