So I just came back from the drive on Red Wood Road per @
PMok's suggestion and MAN, is that road fun. It was pitch black and terrifying. Tons of racoons out there at night so be careful. Didn't push it too hard but the BRZ was begging for more.
Brakes got kinda smelly after a while. I'll have to look into better brake pads.
I've found my Akina downhill.