PCA-SDR Cayenne & Macan Off-Road Adventure Tour
Event Requirements
Registration closed May 10, 2022 11:59 PM at 2022-05-10T23:59:00-0700 Registration ends May 10, 2022 11:59 PM at 2022-05-10T23:59:00-0700 Registration opens April 28, 2022 12:00 AM at 2022-04-28T00:00:00-0700 Registration runs from April 28, 2022 12:00 AM to May 10, 2022 11:59 PM
A Porsche Cayenne or Porsche Macan with no mechanical issues, with at least all-season tires, a full tank of gas, and a careful driver.
A full tank of gas should work for the entire day including the drive to and from home, within San Diego county.
All-terrain tires on smaller diameter wheels are preferred for decreased puncture risks, but good condition all-season tires, even on 20-inch diameter wheels will be adequate. Old tires, with little to no tread depth may get you stuck in the loose dirt climbing portions of this drive, or result in a flat tire if you hit a big rock, so please check your tires, and plan to drive carefully. Tire inflation at the lower "partial load" setting is recommended, as airing down to a setting lower than "partial load" should not be necessary for this drive. Low-profile summer street type tires and wheels 21" or larger in diameter with minimal sidewall protection should not be used due to a higher risk of punctures, and/or expensive wheel damage.
Off-road driving experience is not necessary as the purpose of this event is to permit new drivers learn how to use the off-road features of their Porsche SUVs. The plan is to also aid new drivers to help manage any situations that may be uncertain, with on-the-fly tips during the route. And thanks to the Porsche off-road programming and control systems, challenging terrain can usually be passed with little effort and minimal risk. Overall the trails are not difficult and should be handled by any version of Cayenne or Macan that is carefully driven with tires that have decent tread remaining, set to the partial load pressures.
The driver should have a working knowledge of the Off-road programming features specified on their Cayenne or Macan. The owner's manual is the best place to familiarize yourself on the suspension settings, Off-road programming settings, and other features like Porsche Hill Control/Hill Descent - read up before the event, or email the event organizer and ask any questions you might have. Using the FRS Radios during the drive, recommendations will be given regarding which driving mode to try, and when to try it, so you can experience these capabilities that you would be unlikely to utilize anywhere else.
A well-maintained vehicle is essential, which includes:
- Tires in good condition with tire pressures set to the lower partial load setting; the full load setting may work, but will be less comfortable on the bumps and have a tendency to slide off or launch rocks, and would have reduced traction compared to lower pressure setting of the partial load range. Make sure valve stem caps are installed, and if you have a full-sized spare, bring it. The collapsible spare is not off-road capable.
- Ensure fluids are at proper levels as steep grades will angle the vehicle, and if fluids are low, it may cause issues, or warnings at a minimum.
- No known suspension or chassis control faults should exist: we will be utilizing the traction control functions of your Porsche, so properly functioning vehicle systems are necessary.
- Due to the bumpy terrain and ruts, remove or restrain all loose items inside and outside.
This is a special kind of PCA SDR event since the whole family can come along for the drive. Adults will need to "e-sign" the waiver using the SpeedWaiver system. Please note, only the main registrant needs to register for the event, but all adults that are coming as passengers, need to "sign the waiver" using the SpeedWaiver system, accessed with this link:
https://pcasdr.speedwaiver.com/ldmwa
Once the above link is clicked, follow the instructions to "e-sign" the waiver. And again, all adult passengers should click that link and e-sign the waiver; they do NOT need to individually register for this event separately using motorsportreg.com.
If minors will be attending the event, which they are absolutely encouraged to do, a Waiver for Minors must be signed by both parents. If only one parent will be actually attending the event, download the waiver PDF, print it, and have both parents sign the waiver, and bring it to be turned in at the morning tour briefing at the Dudley's parking lot. Both parents need to sign the waiver for any minors in attendance.
