Le Mans Classic 2022 and Mad Friday at Arnage

Gazcw

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As above classic has a different feel and is noticeable less boisterous, probably due to the fact that SM nutters aren't there ;)

The racing can be interesting but it is more a selection of shorter races with only the most committed actually racing at the limit. However there are some awesome cars to drool over and access is normally very good and the teams and owners are happy to chat.

Overall nice but not the 24 hr
I always buy the paddock/garages ticket so you get to wander around and see some fantastic old racers.
 
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jemgee

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Been to LM once and camped within circuit airfield. Can't remember company but they had a Transit crew bus running every 15 mins
We did CLM twice camping at Tertre Rouge with the TR register and went down to Arnage to cram into bars and restaurants.

Abiding memory of 36 deg heat and sweltering in a tent
 

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We camp every year in Houx Annexe just outside the circuit, easy walk in and also close to the tram into Le Mans centre. Only a short drive to Arrange, Mulsanne etc. and we have a driver rota although we have one of the team who doesn't drink much who is happy to drive in during the day.

Lots of campsite craic, although that has been coming under more control each year with security checking for fireworks on the way I'm not that stops it. Security does limit the number of pickeys in the campsites but still safest to lock valuables in cars. Regular morning bakery and supermarket runs to top up essentials bread, beer and wine often turn into a quick soon around as traffic is light and the gendarmes haven't got on patrol yet. Flat out into Indianapolis soon gives you a sense of what the drivers must feel travelling at twice your speed and in the dark.
 

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Been in discussion with lads who are going on this, and general agreement is we need something to get us to Arnage,/ around the circuit, that isn't walking (too slow and far) and isn't driving our actual cars (too ******). E scooters are proposed.
One voice has raised concerns that Les Filth Francaise might be interested in nicking us for petty reasons such as having no insurance for the scooters, and confiscating them...
Any substance to such worries?
 

MAF260

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Been in discussion with lads who are going on this, and general agreement is we need something to get us to Arnage,/ around the circuit, that isn't walking (too slow and far) and isn't driving our actual cars (too **). E scooters are proposed.
One voice has raised concerns that Les Filth Francaise might be interested in nicking us for petty reasons such as having no insurance for the scooters, and confiscating them...
Any substance to such worries?

I’d be most concerned about the light-fingered brigade who rob anything and everything of value which isn’t locked down. Theft of mountain bikes, generators, speakers etc is regularly reported.
 

Gazcw

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Been in discussion with lads who are going on this, and general agreement is we need something to get us to Arnage,/ around the circuit, that isn't walking (too slow and far) and isn't driving our actual cars (too **). E scooters are proposed.
One voice has raised concerns that Les Filth Francaise might be interested in nicking us for petty reasons such as having no insurance for the scooters, and confiscating them...
Any substance to such worries?
There is a newish no license, no pavement, insurance compulsory rule. Anything over 25kph or on pavement lands you with a 1500 euro fine. They have had pedestrian deaths so have come down h@rd on those who fail. I guess if you can find the rental versions you would be covered unless pished.
 

Delmonte

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I’d be most concerned about the light-fingered brigade who rob anything and everything of value which isn’t locked down. Theft of mountain bikes, generators, speakers etc is regularly reported.
Hmm this is (now) a worry.. so thanks for that lol.
I'm on the travel destinations site at Porsche curves. I think / hope they have security. I'll give em a call find out
There is a newish no license, no pavement, insurance compulsory rule. Anything over 25kph or on pavement lands you with a 1500 euro fine. They have had pedestrian deaths so have come down h@rd on those who fail. I guess if you can find the rental versions you would be covered unless pished.
So you can ride on the road not the pavement (if got the paperwork) is that right?

And is there likely somewhere to rent e scooters at the event?
 

Gazcw

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Hmm this is (now) a worry.. so thanks for that lol.
I'm on the travel destinations site at Porsche curves. I think / hope they have security. I'll give em a call find out

So you can ride on the road not the pavement (if got the paperwork) is that right?

And is there likely somewhere to rent e scooters at the event?
I guess so. Same as over here if it is a organised scheme. Never seen any around Arnage or the circuit to hire though.
 
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I'm off to LeMans classic next week and due to my TVR engine being in bits, taking the Maserati :)

Is there anything with the Maserati club in the centre? Parking etc?