In this episode of the Perfect Lap Podcast, hosts Mark Jager and Mark Kilgore welcome Allen Patten, a rising star in the time attack racing scene. They discuss Allen's journey from HPDE to competitive racing, the challenges faced during the GridLife Pitt Race weekend, and the importance of teamwork and technical preparation. The conversation also dives into tire strategies, track conditions, and the mental aspects of racing, highlighting Allen's rapid ascent in the sport and his aspirations for the future. In this episode, Allen Patten shares his journey through the world of time attack racing, and his transition from a Supra to a C7 Corvette. He discusses his successes, including setting records and becoming the 2024 Street Mod Champion, while also reflecting on the importance of community and the support he receives from Thunder Bunny Racing and Louis Gigliotti Racing. Allen also compares his experiences in amateur racing with the professional SRO series, emphasizing the differences in pressure and competition. As he looks to the future, he expresses excitement about content creation and the potential for further growth in his racing career.

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00:00 Introduction to Allen Patten and His Racing Journey

01:25 Challenges Faced at Pitt Race Weekend

11:29 Teamwork makes the Dream Work in Racing

22:37 Tire Talk

28:26 Balancing Risk and Strategy in Time Attack Racing

31:33 Understanding Tire Dynamics and Performance

35:15 The Journey of Alan Patten: From Struggles to Racing

38:10 Support Systems: The Role of Partners in Racing

40:05 The Evolution of a Racer: From HPDE to Time Attack

52:02 Overcoming Mental Challenges in Racing

54:15 The Complexity of Comparing Performance Across Classes

01:02:12 The Evolution of the Supra Build

01:05:48 Transitioning to Gridlife

01:07:43 Challenges and Triumphs at Road Atlanta

01:12:00 Involvement with Thunder Bunny Racing

01:15:35 The Journey to Becoming a Street Mod Champion

01:21:04 The Shift to Corvette and New Racing Aspirations

01:31:56 First Impressions of the C7 Corvette

01:38:26 The Unique Sound and Identity of the Car

01:44:26 Favorite Tracks and Time Attack Experiences

01:47:27 Comparing Grassroots and Pro Racing

01:52:24 Content Creation and Community Engagement