Big Events @ Oulton Park

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currently looking at the calendar for some of the big Oulton events this year... superbikes, touring cars etc....

has anyone got any experience of going to these in terms of photography, i.e. i'd expect these events to be packed with spectators, so does that ruin the usual good photo op's we get at the smaller events!?

are the qualifying/practice days worth going to as a compromise for the race day? though I know you'll miss out on all the race aspects etc??? -
 
I always find the friday/sat the best days for photos at superbikes.

Sunday is usually mad busy but on a big track like oulton there is loads of space to get a good position mate.

Places like knockhill or mallory you struggle but will be ok at oulton :)
 
Saturday of a two day meeting is probably best for pictures. Race day is probably best for just enjoying the atmosphere and racing, otherwise you miss a lot taking pictures!
 
I went to Oulton for both the BSB meets last year.. I prefer to go on Practice or Qualifying day.. Plenty of room to cover the whole track.. Personnally I wouldn't bother on race days for photography unless you get a good spot early and stay there for the day...
 
I can only echo what's been said above really. At big meetings, you are much better off getting 90% of your shots done on the practice and qualifying day. BSB in particular at Oulton is very crowded, although if you're prepared to go to a couple of out of the way places then photography is still possible.
 
Mike Hoyer said:
Saturday of a two day meeting is probably best for pictures. Race day is probably best for just enjoying the atmosphere and racing, otherwise you miss a lot taking pictures!
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Yup. Thats what i did for the DTM last year. Spent most of Friday and Saturday with the camera glued to my face. Spent all of sunday, camera packed away, just enjoying the racing.

:)
 
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