Sun, Apr 16, 2023

DRIFT NIRVANA® Potomac Hotlaps 4.16

Summit Point - Potomac Circuit

About this event

 

   

WELCOME TO SUMMIT POINT 

DRIFT NIRVANA®

DRIFT NIRVANA® is open to new and experienced drifters

Potomac Circuit Entry $105

Pre-Registration includes gate fee

Pre-Registration is highly recommended for efficiency at check-in and will be checked in first

Participants will be charged The DAY BEFORE the event

No refunds or credits

On site pricing does NOT include the gate fee 

Potomac Circuit $125

 

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Event requirements

Driver- NOT Tandem qualified:

  • Must have a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 6mos.and present it at check-in

*Drivers 16-17 must have a parent or guardian present with them and sign a minor waiver

  • Helmets: SA2015 or newer rating in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities 
  • Shoes: Closed toe 
  • Long pants 

Driver-Tandem Qualified

  • Must have a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 6mos.and present it at check-in

*Drivers 16-17 must have a parent or guardian present with them and sign a minor waiver

  • Helmets: SA2015 or newer rating in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities
  • Fire suit: current, in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities
  • Shoes: Fire resistant- current, in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities
  • Gloves: Fire resistant- current, in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities

Vehicle- ALL:

  • Cars RWD and 2WD (IE AWD can be converted to RWD. aka “The Woo Clause”)
  • Trucks/SUV/4x4 (even converted) are allowed on a case by case basis- contact us for approval 
  • All body panels must be attached to the car
    • This includes hood, fenders, front and rear glass.
    • Bumpers covers not required, but some type of structure, either substructure of bumper or a "bash bar" 
  • The sound decibel limit for vehicles is 103. 
  • Convertibles must be equipped with either factory installed roll over protection (may be passive) documented in the owner’s manual or an aftermarket roll bar that meets or exceeds the standards set in the SCCA GCR. Drivers must bring owner’s manual or aftermarket documentation and present it at tech.
    • All convertibles/drivers and passengers need to pass the “broomstick test”
    • “Style” bars and removable hard tops are not approved for rollover protection
  • Retractable Hard Tops, Targa Tops, T-Tops and Sunroofs must remain in place while on track

NOTE: Mazda MX5/Miata, Honda S2000, and Dodge Viper convertibles (among others) all need 4 point roll bars added.

ALSO NOTE: Convertibles with hard tops (especially Mazda Miata PRHT or RF trim levels) are still convertibles and the rollbar rules still apply because hard tops are typically not structural.

  • TOW HOOKS or PULL LOOPS-FRONT and REAR- FOR VEHICLE RECOVERY ARE REQUIRED 
    • Must be easily accessible without manipulation of body work
    • Factory tow hooks are allowed
    • Removable hooks must be installed prior to on track activities
  • The passenger’s seat: must provide the same level of safety protection as the driver ie DOT installed vs 5/6 point harness

Vehicle-Tandem prepared:

The following requirements are in addition to the above requirements 

  • Cage (6 point minimum 1.5" .095" wall up to 3500lbs)
  • Double door bars required on driver and passenger sides
  • Fixed back racing seat
  • 5 point racing harness properly secured 

Car Numbers: 

  • We will assign your car number at check-in and our tech attendants will put the # on your car windows 
  • REMOVE OLD #s from windows 

*If you are unsure of the above requirements, please contact us motorsports@summitpointmotorsports.com BEFORE REGISTERING

Passengers: 

  • Drivers are responsible for their passenger compliance 
  • Must be at least 16 years old, with valid ID presented at check in after 9a

*passengers 16-17 years old must have a parent or guardian present with them and sign a minor waiver

Non Tandem passengers: 

  • The passenger’s seat: must provide the same level of safety protection as the driver ie DOT installed vs 5/6 point harness
  • Helmets: SA2015 or newer rating in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities 
  • Shoes: Closed toe 
  • Long pants 

Tandem passengers:

  • The passenger’s seat: must provide the same level of safety protection as the driver  ie DOT installed vs 5/6 point harness
  • Helmets: SA2015 or newer rating in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities
  • Fire suit: current, in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities
  • Shoes: Fire resistant- current, in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities
  • Gloves: Fire resistant- current, in good condition and MUST be worn during "On-Track" activities                                                    

Tech Requirements Checklist, Schedule, Maps, Event particulars & specifics-SPDN 

*If you are unsure of the above requirements, please contact us motorsports@summitpointmotorsports.com BEFORE REGISTERING

*It is the responsibility of the participant to assure safe mechanical condition of the vehicle at all times

It is strongly recommended that vehicles be thoroughly and routinely inspected by a reputable technician beforehand

Refunds or credits will not be issued for vehicles that don’t pass tech

ALL drivers are responsible for their passengers compliance,

NON compliance could result in the driver being removed from participation with NO REFUND

Tech Requirements Checklist, Schedule, Maps, Event particulars & specifics-SPDN 

 

 

Entries (59)

MG
Michael Gray
ZM
Zachary Mangle
MS
Michael Smith
JM
Jarrett Mcguire
BP
Bobby PInkerton
DB
David Bellomo
EP
Edthan Perez
AD
Aziz Dourrachad

Summit Point - Potomac Circuit

Summit Point, WV
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