Author: Jim Tierny

  • GGR Track in 2024 and Beyond

    Dear GGR Members,  As we head towards the end of 2023, I just wanted to give thanks. I’d like to thank the PCA-GGR Board Members for their leadership and support of the Track Series for the past two years. When people ask me what it’s like being the GGR Track Director, I say it’s like I have…

  • Our bond will remain unbreakable ❤️

    Saying goodbye is never easy, especially since over the past 3 years, our connection has blossomed and we’ve become a family. I fondly remember our first event, where we savored each other’s company, especially after the COVID lockdown. Our bond deepened with each passing day, and we became a true family. It’s never easy to…

  • November GGR Board Minutes

    Porsche Club of America Golden Gate Region ` Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Nov 1, 2023 Attendance: X President – Ed Hunter X Autocross – Himanshu Patel Vice President – Brad Zucroff Motoring – Gilbert Bouzeid X Secretary – Melinda Lin X Track – Howard Yao X Treasurer – Canyon Chan Nugget Editor – Jim Tierney…

  • 2023 Track Series is Done!

    Drivers!  The 2023 Porsche Redwood City Track Series is officially over, as will be my two-year term as Track Director on December 31st. This position is especially challenging because it involves so many people to pull off these complex events. So thank you to all of the HPDE participants, the Club Racers, the National PCA team,…

  • Planning for a GGR Christmas!

    Yes, I know, I know, it seems a bit early to think about Christmas, but we’ve recently signed a contract with Blackhawk Auto Museum to host the GGR Christmas party this year, for Lunch (catered by Scott’s Seafood) on Sunday December 10. Admission to the Museum is included. This year there will be 4 events…

  • Membership: Unveiling the Passion!

    Welcome to the latest edition of the Porsche Golden Gate Region membership newsletter! Meet the “TrackAttack” Enthusiast:  Unveiling the Passion! Have you ever wondered about the fun Australian guy who always sports a “trackattack” hat at Porsche events? Join us as we uncover his story and the passion that drives him 😊  Check it out…

  • Autocross #9 (last points paying event of the season)

    Attendees of Our Autocross #9 event opened their hearts by raising $1305 during this event. All fundraising proceeds go to our charity partner Rancho Cielo in Salinas, as mentioned in previous month’s blog. GGR is proud to match this $1305 and forward a total of $2610 to Rancho Cielo. Thanks again to everyone that contributed…

  • GGR October Board Minutes

    Porsche Club of America Golden Gate Region  Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Oct 4th, 2023 Attendance: X President – Ed Hunter X Autocross – Himanshu Patel X Vice President – Brad Zucroff X Motoring – Gilbert Bouzeid X Secretary – Melinda Lin X Track – Howard Yao Treasurer – Canyon Chan X Nugget Editor –…

  • A “Holly Ween” Driving Month 🏎️🤩

    On Saturday, October 28th, we embraced the spirit of Halloween with an exciting and fun-filled day that includes the Halloween Touring Drive and Social event! We embarked on a scenic journey from Redwood City, CA, winding through the enchanting Santa Cruz mountains, and concluded the adventure with a pay-as-you-go lunch in San Jose and a…

  • Cars & Coffee! Hang out with GGR!

    One very cool way to meet a lot of GGR members and, ya know, see a bunch of beautiful cars is to join us for Cars & Coffee! (Photos by George Komoto and Jim Tierney) This does require you to get up early on the last Sunday of the month. A little tough for some…