Good morning to all current and future Pistenclub members!

I'd like to briefly introduce myself. My name is Werner Kolb. I am 63 years old, come from Zurich and have been on the slopes of Europe since 2009. From 2011 to 2019, I rode my BMW S1000RR in the BMW Cup and got to know 16 race tracks, including tracks in Spain, Germany, France, Italy, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary. In 2021, I switched from the motorbike to the Porsche Cayman GT4. A colleague recommended the Pistenclub to me as an organiser for trackdays, so I became a member straight away.

Since I became a member, I have had the pleasure of organising many trackdays with the Pistenclub. The simple and uncomplicated online registration, picking up the documents in the morning, a short briefing and off you go onto the track. Super!

Werner Kolb appreciates the processes at the Pistenclub, for example the briefings.

On the very first track day with my Porsche, however, the surprise was huge. The difference to the motorbike was enormous. There was no grip on the front axle and oversteer in almost every turn. Back in Zurich, I had to go to the garage and my Porsche was made more suitable for the racetrack. The camber was changed on all four wheels and there were new wishbones at the front. With this upgrade, I was now ready for the next outing on the track in Dijon. The feeling was a lot better and my tyres now last two to three trackdays.

Now I'm almost only racing in Dijon. The Dijon circuit is particularly interesting for me for several reasons: one of the biggest advantages is its proximity to Zurich. I can reach the track in about three and a half hours with my camper and trailer, which makes it one of the most accessible circuits for motorsport fans from Switzerland. This means I can plan spontaneously without having to make long journeys, which is a big plus.

What else I love about Dijon is the beautiful track layout. It's only 3.8 kilometres long, but that makes for intense and cool rides. Faster drivers are complemented by tight, technically demanding turns. The Parabolique turn is a highlight for me when you walk through it and see what a difference in altitude is overcome in a short space of time. The combination of fast and slow turns also makes the track so unique and challenges me time and time again.

The race track in Dijon is 3.8 kilometres long.

The race track also has a fascinating history. Dijon has made a name for itself, particularly through the legendary duel between Gilles Villeneuve and René Arnoux at the 1979 French Grand Prix. This wheel-to-wheel duel is one of the most exciting moments in Formula 1 history. Knowing that I am visiting a
track that has seen such iconic races gives the experience a special meaning. The track is located in the Burgundy region and the landscape around it is beautiful. If you stay overnight in the city of Dijon, shopping for the famous Dijon mustard is also part of the experience.

My summary: For me, Dijon is one of the most exciting racetracks near Zurich. The combination of technical challenge, spectacular turns, historical significance and the beautiful location make it an ideal destination for every motorsport fan from Switzerland and southern Germany.

Maybe I've been able to whet your appetite for the Dijon racetrack and we'll see you at one of the next trackdays.