Went to Sonoma Raceway Today

"AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC" (addictedtom3s)
04/03/2016 at 00:26 • Filed to: None

I went to Sonoma Raceway today for the David Love Memorial Vintage Races. It was AMAZING! I had to restrain myself from turning into Orlove when he was at the Quail. Here are some pics from today. I also got to test out my new Canon 6D. I’m in love with it now. I’ll post the rest tomorrow.

DISCUSSION (27)

MLGCarGuy > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 00:39

Geez my photos look horrendous compared to yours. Hard to believe that one camera can produce such different results.

415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°) > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 00:40

Oh that was today, I always miss the classic races because of work, My 240Z is being repaired right now so I couldn’t go in that anyway. It’s a fun circuit, I love elevation changes.

slipperysallylikespenguins > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 00:41

I think you win for best event today.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > slipperysallylikespenguins
04/03/2016 at 00:43

I won’t dispute that. The event was GLORIOUS! I had brought earplugs originally to watch the races but decided to just screw it and listen without them.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > 415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°)
04/03/2016 at 00:44

I’m sorry to hear that. Hopefully it’s nothing major? Yeah, the circuit is definitely a great layout. The elevation changes are amazing. Walking out of the venue though...not fun.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > MLGCarGuy
04/03/2016 at 00:46

You flatter me. Your 918 photo today is amazing though. To be fair, I was using the new 50mm f/1.8. It’s pretty awesome.

slipperysallylikespenguins > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 00:58

I went to a vintage race last year, but there was nothing on the level of TRs, Birdcages, or prewar Alfas

415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°) > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 01:42

Not major, someone bumped into the left rear a bit and it has taken a little while to get the insurance stuff done. Cosmetic really. Pretty much everything is done otherwise, except the paint, it’s too expensive to do it properly at the moment so I have to wait. The hood is the main thing so I may just get a carbon hood. Is that Alfa a Per Sang? Looks like it, I would love one of those.

MLGCarGuy > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 01:48

I’m looking at polarizers for my lens so that I can improve my photos...I don’t think I can get new lenses.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > 415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°)
04/03/2016 at 01:49

That sucks. Waiting for insurance is the worst. Not sure about the Alfa. It was hidden away on one of the side aisles. I was lucky enough to spot it and go to town on it with my camera. I heard from someone else it held its own against newer models on the track. Unfortunately I arrived after it had raced since I had a hangover from Friday. I would drive the crap out of it though if I were given the opportunity.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > MLGCarGuy
04/03/2016 at 01:52

If you’re looking for recommendations, I recommend the B+W MRC circular polarizers. I was using one for these pictures. Very high quality and it has brass fittings so you don’t have the worry about it seizing onto the lens if you are in a humid area.

MLGCarGuy > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 01:53

Thanks! I’ll have to go check it out.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > MLGCarGuy
04/03/2016 at 02:01

No problem! Also, if you look at Hoya filters, just know they’re a pain to clean according to reviews. B+W filters apparently can be cleaned much more easily than the cheaper (although still good quality) Hoya filters. I’m a cheap person but I figure a few extra dollars is worth the ease down the line.

415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°) > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 02:05

There is one just like it on Jay Leno’s Garage, worth a watch. Per Sang makes great stuff, exact copies, only I bet the metal is much better.

MLGCarGuy > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 02:05

Good to know. I’m also a cheap person and I happened to notice that the Tiffen filters are much cheaper than B+W and Hoya filters, have you had experience with them?

03mach1 - Now has a Fiesta ST > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/03/2016 at 02:14

I actually just ordered the new 50mm a couple hours ago, how do you like it? I can’t wait for it.

Great pictures by the way.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > MLGCarGuy
04/03/2016 at 02:15

I’ve only ever used B+W filters since they came recommended by the internet. All I can say is the quality of B+W is definitely what you pay for. I’ve handled Tiffen filters on some friends’ equipment and they feel a little flimsy compared to the B+W filter. The density of the B+W filter is very confidence inspiring.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > 03mach1 - Now has a Fiesta ST
04/03/2016 at 02:23

I couldn’t be happier with it. The way it captures colors are perfect for my preferences. I had a Konica Hexanon 50mm f/1.4 (with a Sony a7) before making the switch to the Canon side and the new Canon 50mm is mighty impressive. The color rendering is really nice. Auto-focus is pretty quick. The sharpness is plenty at wide open. The metal mount is definitely a nice touch. I think my only complaint is the filter thread is 49mm as opposed to 58mm so I can’t double-dip with filters.

Thanks! I’m still trying to learn how to take proper pictures so hearing that they’re decent looking is a nice motivator.

Tapas > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/08/2016 at 01:52

HOLY CRAP THATS BEAUTIFUL!

Thats the only racetrack I’ve driven on. Can’t believe I’ve sorta shared pits with these cars.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Tapas
04/08/2016 at 01:57

I can honestly say I was losing my mind at how much history was there. And the fact that some of those cars were worth more than the entire block I live on didn’t help calm me down. If you like those, check these out:

http://oppositelock.kinja.com/david-love-mem…

Tapas > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/08/2016 at 02:13

I saw the link and Whoooaaaaaaaaa!

I would have had to excuse myself and find a bathroom lol

Do you live near Sonoma?

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Tapas
04/08/2016 at 02:16

There were moments where I just muttered “oh my god” to myself.

Sort of. I live about an hour and a half south of it in the Bay Area.

Tapas > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/08/2016 at 03:42

Thats not too bad :) I like visiting California.

03mach1 - Now has a Fiesta ST > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/08/2016 at 12:05

I just got mine yesterday. Coming from just a kit lens I’m in love. I’ve been dying to get a better lens but I just can’t spend a lot, so this was a good compromise. It’s so sharp and the 1.8 is awesome. I’ve already taken many more pictures than I should be just around the house.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Tapas
04/08/2016 at 17:13

California is amazing. I love it. People complain about California but where else can you get amazing weather, food and cars all in two distinct spots?

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > 03mach1 - Now has a Fiesta ST
04/08/2016 at 17:15

It’s an amazing bargain isn’t it? I’d recommend a circular polarizer when shooting out in the sun. The colors just come to life.

Tapas > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC
04/09/2016 at 02:17

Agreed :)