Tom Provasi Membership Director

Welcome to new members Dirk Libeert and Caroline Tack all the way from Belgium, and Rodney and Tyler Smith from San Jose. Rod and his son Tyler jumped into LPR activity by joining us on the Death Valley Tour. That's what we like to see! There were no transfers last month.

 

A quick reminder that if you change your email address, please let me know (mailto:tprovasi@netgate.net?subject=Email%20Address%20Change) so that we can keep you up to date on all of LPR's activities and the Prieta Post newsletter.

 

There are a lot of events scheduled for the next few months. I encourage you to check out the calendar and choose to attend one or more of them. Getting involved with PCA makes the Porsche experience so much more rewarding.

Hope to see you soon!

 

Interested in becoming a PCA member? Complete information is available here.

Respectfully Submitted,

Tom Provasi

Membership Director 

Anne Roth  Autocross Co-Chair

See ya in Marina,

Anne

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Larry Sharp Autocross Co-Chair

Porsche Cars North America has announced plans to build its second US Porsche Experience Center in Carson, California. The 53-acre facility and road handling course will be one of only five such sites in the world including the original Porsche Experience Center at the legendary Silverstone Circuit in Great Britain and Centers in Leipzig, Germany and Shanghai, China. In May of last year, another Porsche Experience Center located in Atlanta, Georgia was announced as part of the company's new US Headquarters.

The centerpiece of the complex will be a world-class test track and handling course, including areas where special surfaces replicate rain, ice and snow conditions. These training sections include the Ice Hill, where a steep slope, computer-controlled water jets, and a low friction surface will challenge even the most experienced drivers and help them improve their real world skills. A special off-road area will combine 45-degree declines and ascents-ideal terrain for unleashing a Porsche Cayenne.

Driving enthusiasts can sign up for sessions with highly trained Porsche driving consultants, while new drivers can enroll in programs that teach technique for navigating today's challenging roadways. The Porsche Driving Experience isn't just for adults - special programs for kids will ensure that even young enthusiasts get an early start in the art of automobile appreciation. Facilities, including track access, dining and conference spaces, will also be open to car clubs, corporate clients, and other special groups.

In addition to vehicle-based activities, the Porsche Experience Center will also offer programs focused on maximizing personal fitness, wellness, and athletic performance through its Porsche Human Performance Center. This unique facility will feature a leading sports science laboratory and training programs, incorporating the latest techniques used in preparing Porsche race car drivers. Whether an individual's competition vehicle of choice has four wheels or two - or consists of one's own legs - the Porsche Human Performance Center offers customized experiences ranging from heat acclimation training and hydration strategies to individual wellness assessments. Groundbreaking in Carson is anticipated for summer 2012.

Contributed by Pam Ryder  

Soup Night is the longest running LPR event and year after year draws crowds anxious to socialize and sample some tasty soups. Since 1992, Bill and Lorraine Glathe have welcomed us into their beautiful home for this annual tradition.

More than 50 revelers arrived at the Glathe's and quickly eyed the eight crock-pots warming the assorted soups for the evening. With wine flowing and an assortment of appetizers enticing us, the group mingled or sat outside in the cool not-quite-winter weather. It wasn't long before the appetizers were cast aside and the literal "soup line" began! Plates were filled with salads, mini soup bowls were brimming with steaming soup and Lorraine passed warm crusty bread to us at the tables. What service!

So was it possible to taste all eight soups? Perhaps those who have Soup Night down to an art may have figured out the logistics. However, as a Soup Night newbie, I failed miserably managing to taste only three! With everyone raving about their selections conversation quickly turned to recipes. So by popular request, we've got them for you!

As the evening wound down, the group gravitated to the overflowing dessert table while Doug Ryder (LPR President) and Emilie Highley (LPR Co-VP) thanked our fabulous hosts and presented them with a bottle of champagne. Bill and Lorraine had asked that no money be spent on a gift for them asking instead that the money be donated to charity. After the usual run down of upcoming events, Emilie asked who might be celebrating a February birthday. Numerous hands were raised except for Leslie Orlando who seemed to be trying to stay away from the topic. However, it was only moments before hubby Don appeared with a birthday cake aglow with candles and the group broke into song. Don and Leslie slipped their wedding rings over a candle before making a wish and blowing them out. This tradition representing unending love began in Leslie's family and they have continued it over their years of marriage.

Winter isn't over. Some might say it hasn't even begun! So take a look at these tasty soup recipes. They are all winners!  

To see the recipes from Soup Night, click here.

To see the photos from Soup Night, click on the flickr icon below.

by Rik Larson, SVR Rally Chairperson and Richard Wetzel, SVR member

Preparations are underway to present a rallye school on Sunday, April 15th for those interested in learning about TSD (time-speed-distance) rallying. The TSD rallye is one of the competitive events that you can compete in at the Porsche Parade in July in Salt Lake City. The rules allow for 4 classes so you pick the one that is appropriate to your car's equipment (navigational systems move you up in class ---- even if you don't even know how to turn it on).

The rallye school will be held at Porsche of Livermore. This provides for a central location for most of the PCA members in Zone 7. We want to thank Diablo Region for working with us (Sacramento Valley Region) to host these events. This event is open to all PCA members and to the public. PCA members receive priority. Fees for the school and the rallye have not yet been finalized.

There will be a 2-hour classroom session in the morning, followed by a lunch break, and then an opportunity to put your newly acquired skills to the test on an actual rallye in the afternoon. You can attend both or either one.

The rallye school will be held at Porsche of Livermore, 3100 Las Positas Road, Livermore, CA. 94551, 925.447.6400. Registration time has not yet been finalized but should be before 10 am.

To reserve your space in class and/or to participate in the rallye, please RSVP to Rik Larson via email: rik.larson@gmail.com or call 916.481.6084.  The 2012 Porsche Parade TSD Rallye General Instructions, if available, will be used as a reference for the school and for the rallye.

There is also a follow-up rallye techniques session planned for Sunday, July 1. It will be held at Niello Porsche in Rocklin. More information to follow later. 

Questions can be sent to Rik Larson at rik.larson@gmail.com or call 916.481.6084.

Don't forget that Porsche Parade registration opens March 13!