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A long time ago while in weekend detention a wise principal once told me, "Don't mess with the bull, young man. You'll get the horns." The bull. El Toro. I still think back to that day and those words. What did they mean? Was it a threat? Reverse psychology? Well with the return of SoCal's premier national event I'll tell you why perhaps you SHOULD mess with "the bull".
1. The weather. Yes it's a given that southern California is geographically blessed in terms of its pleasing atmospheric conditions and year-round-Andy-Hollis-shorts-wearing climate. Would the weather alone be reason enough to come to El Toro to participate in the 2nd round of the 2015 Prosolo tour? Maybe. Maybe not. But considering that half of the United States is buried under snow as of this article's release I'd think yes. All you out-of-towners need to book a flight now. It's arrive-and-drive time.
2. The site. It's a double-edged sword this one is. Expansive, grippy, airport concrete makes for some of the best prosolo courses one can design. This year you should expect no different. But land is at a premium in this area, and El Toro will eventually be eaten up by development. Who knows how long this site will last? Make sure to come experience it before it's gone leaving you to wonder "what did I miss out on"? It's like that time back in the aforementioned Saturday detention. If I hadn't gone, then Claire would never have made out with me and given me that hickey. Let El Toro be your "detention" and your class win be your "hickey".
3. Apres autocross. Of course national events aren't just about the racing. El Toro is situated perfectly for all that SoCal has to offer. Besides great restaurant offerings, the welcome parties and bbq's there are so many other things one can experience. Only minutes away are several of California's finest beaches. Concrete beach during the day, sandy beach at night? Yes please. And if 12+ runs won't satisfy your weekend racing needs then you're in luck. Make sure to contact Jonathan Lugod regarding the Friday night gokarting get together. You can find more information on the book of faces under "El Toro Pro goes to K1 Irvine". This is where the real racing will be found!
4. Competition. OK so the west coast events don't fill up in 5 minutes like the east coast events. Blame it on a more laid back attitude or a smaller concentration of autocrossers or whatever you want. But don't blame it on lack of talent. California and it's surrounding areas are chock-full of past and present national champions and trophiers. You want to run with the big boys then load up the truck and make like Jed Clampett. There's just 130 entries as of this article but it will be a full sized event come race day that's for sure.
5. Smorgasbord. If the first 4 reasons aren't enough for you to attend the El Toro pro then perhaps you should just stay home. But if you are still teetering on the decision then hopefully this smattering of other pros to pro (I just made that up) can sway your mind. Show up pale and go home tan. Taste McCance's meat. It's spring break time! Experience your first earthquake. Hot air ballon rides on site. See Will Ferrell's birthplace. And meet lots of Asian people.
So with all this being said, I'm gonna say Mr. Vernon was wrong. Maybe you SHOULD mess with the bull. And if you do get the horns, well, it'll at least be one heck of a ride.
