Sat, Aug 8, 2026

APEX THE PLAINS Drivers Challenge #2

Dakota County Technical College

About this event

 

Level up your track day and let the infield be your playground. Go head to head with fellow enthusiasts for a half day of APEX Driver Challenges. With a focus on fun, timed challenges include: Stop Box, Reverse Slalom, Crazy 8's, and The Gauntlet including a flooded wet pad. Such an awesome and unforgettable experience! Check out more pictures and videos at www.APEXTHEPLAINS.com

 

          

 

In partnership with Gary Curtis Driving Experience, get the open lapping experience you know and love with a half day (three to four 20-minute open lapping sessions) on Dakota County Technical College's excellent 1.2 mile road course in Rosemount, MN. Classroom and in-car instruction available to everyone. Lunch provided. 

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Awards will be presented and Gauntlet times will be posted (and stay posted season after season) on our 8ft tall TopGear-style leaderboard until you are bumped off.

 

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ITINERARY

  • 7:00 - 8:00am - Check-in
  • 8:00 - 9:30am - Driving Skills Class
  • 10:00 - 12:00 - Driving Challenges
  • 12:00 - 1:00pm - Lunch (provided)
  • 1:00 - 2:00am - Open Lapping Sessions - 20 minutes per run group
  • 2:00 - 3:00pm - Open Lapping Sessions - 20 minutes per run group
  • 3:00 - 4:00pm - Open Lapping Sessions - 20 minutes per run group
  • 4:00 - 5:00pm - Open Lapping Sessions - 20 minutes per run group
  • 5:15 - 5:30pm - Award Ceremony

 



COST

$300

Event requirements

TRACK PACKAGE REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have a valid Driver's License - if under 18, a parent or legal guardian must be on-site
  • DOT Helmet. Outdated Snell SA and M helmets will be allowed. A selection of loaner helmets will be available for those without
  • Closed toe shoes – no sandals or flip-flops
  • Participants will be asked to enter one of three classes, Novice, Intermediate, Expert. Instructors may alter your classification based on their observations
  • Convertibles - Factory-installed hardtops, roll hoops, and pop-up bars are allowed. All others are not allowed without an aftermarket roll bar or roll cage
  • No passengers allowed in the car at any time. Instructors only
  • Passing restrictions will be explained day of event

Dakota County Technical College

Rosemount, MN
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Organizer

HPDE organized by

Apex the Plains, LLC

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