About this event
Drift Nirvana - September 15 will be held on the Washington Circuit
This is a special event for drivers who are interested in hot-lapping the Washington Circuit. The Circuit will be divided into two courses: Hot Lap and Single Run. Drivers on the Hot Lap course will be on track with other drivers at the same time.
Drivers will be split into three groups:
Hot Lap Tandem
Hot Lap
Single Run
Hot Lap Tandem:
Hot Lap Tandem drivers must have full safety equipment (roll cage, fire suit, harness) and be able to drift in close proximity to other drivers. There is no restriction on these drivers’ proximity to others.
Hot Lap:
Hot Lap drivers do NOT need a roll cage to hot lap. However, they are required to maintain a safe distance between other cars on track. They will be on track with other cars but must not follow too closely behind them. If you are driving too close to another driver, you will be shown a yellow flag. This means to slow down and back up. If you continue to follow too closely, you will be shown a black flag. If you see a black flag, you must exit the course at your first opportunity. If you are shown a black flag twice, you will be moved to the Single Run group.
Single Run:
Single Run drivers run on the track solo. There is only one car on track at a time.
Single Run drivers who wish to move to Hot Lap sessions must demonstrate the ability to drift the entire course without spinning or straightening at least twice. They should be in full control of their car at all times, and follow similar lines throughout the course.
Competition:
The competition will be held on the Hot Lap course. Drivers will qualify at 11:00 AM. Drivers will be judged based on line, speed, and angle. The drivers will be ranked and entered into a Top 16 (or Top 8) bracket. Line and clipping points will be discussed in the morning meeting and prior to the qualifying session. Competition will begin at 3:00 PM. Competitors will be judged on line, speed and angle. Proximity is not a factor, so keep a safe distance and have fun.
Schedule for the day:
Solo
9:00 Driver’s Meeting
9:20 - 12:00 Single Run Course Open
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch Break
1:00 - 5:00 Single Run Course open
Hotlap/Tandem
9:00 Driver’s Meeting
9:20 - 11:00 Hot Lap course alternates between Hot Lap and Hot Lap tandem every 20 minutes
11:00- 12:00 Competition Qualifying
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch Break
1:00-3:00 Hot Lap course alternates between Hot Lap and Hot Lap tandem every 30 minutes
3:00-5:00 Competition on Hot Lap Course
Pre-Registration Cost (includes general admission ticket):
$90.00 (INCLUDES Motorsportreg.com fees and One Gate Admittance)
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On-Site Cost:
$110 per person (plus General Gate Admission)
Interest/Questions/Comments are welcome to amanda.wallace@xatorcorp.com
Event requirements
PLEASE NOTE: ALL DRIVERS MUST HAVE COMPLETED TECH INSPECTION BY 9 AM AND ATTEND THE 9 AM DRIVER'S MEETING IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS EVENT
Other Rules & Common Sense
1. Full body work required. This includes hood and fenders and all front and rear glass. Side windows should be down or removed. Bumper covers are not required, but some type of structure, either substructure of bumper or a "bash bar" is required. Sunroofs must be closed.
2. Registration and tech inspection ends at 9 AM. Drivers’ Meeting is held at 9 AM. Those who do not complete tech inspection and attend the driver's meeting at 9 AM will not be allowed to participate in the event.
3. Vehicles must have easily visible/accessible tow hooks or straps on the front and rear of the vehicle. OEM hooks are not acceptable if they are blocked by bumper covers
DRIVERS: Your car must pass tech inspection, and your helmet must be up-to-date (SA2010 or newer) and in good condition. You must complete tech inspection and attend the driver's meeting at 9 AM in order to participate. ALL drivers AND passengers must have a helmet. Please check the rule book so you know what to expect for the technical inspection:
2019 Rule Book here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SWLpQ2_7JEIX2YFIfyKKnmuB2bEGi_xyHZVYB0GaP74/