FRIDAY JULY 3- SAT JULY 5 | WATKINS GLEN INTERNATIONAL HPDE

Event Details:

Join us for our Second Annual Stars, Stripes & Speed Track Takeover at Historic Watkins Glen International

This is not your ordinary HPDE -  There will be drifitng, car shows, food truck vendors, merch vendors, live entertainment and much more going on in the areas surrounding our paddock!

HOD’s comprehensive training improves drivers’ car control and awareness, while fostering a community of skilled and responsible drivers on and off the track. 

Please direct any event related questions  Northeast@HookedOnDriving.Com

 5 Sessions On Track HPDE (conditions permitting)

• Open to Novice, Intermediate, Advanced and Expert Drivers
• In-car instruction available for  Novice drivers
• Professional classroom sessions at Media Center
• After session group download / debriefs - where we solve problems as friends driving with friends
• Track Day Rentals Available

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Track Details:

Watkins Glen International
2790 County Route 16
Watkins Glen, NY 14891

Track phone - 607) 535-2486

Watkins Glen International is located at the southern tip of Lake Seneca in Watkins Glen, NY.  It is one of the premier permanent road courses in North America.  This first-class facility hosted the US Grand Prix for many years.

• Long Course: 3.4m, 11 turn road course.  Known for its elevation changes, long straights, and challenging corners.  It is a wide track that features sweeping turns, several dramatic up-and-downhill sections, offering a mix of high-speed straights and tighter, flowing technical sections.

Amenities:

• Paddock Space: For personal tents/canopies, trailers – Hooked On Driving is not responsible for lost or damaged property
• Camping: Overnight available on-site , Electric service limited hookups.  Entrance to the paddock & trailer dropoffs are allowed after 6:00 PM the night before the event.   All vehicles must leave the facility by 6:00 pm on the last day of the event.
• Food: On site & In town nearby.
• Fuel -  93, 100 and 110 octane VP Race fuel is available on site
• Load In - 6pm the day before an event.
• Electric Hookups - Available through the track.
• Social BBQ: Will be held in the paddock after track goes cold Saturday night – Hot Dogs / Burgers / Sides will be provided by HOD NE.  BYOB

Run Groups

Run Groups

A-Novice (Red Group)
For newer track drivers (0–10 events). In-car instructor required; lead follow available for Novice Solo drivers. Point By Passing in designated straights.

B-Intermediate (White Group) Requires prior experience and instructor approval.  Point By Passing anywhere steering is straight. 10+ track days

C-Advanced (Blue Group)
Experienced, solo drivers. Comfortable managing traffic at an elevated pace, is highly predictable.  Multiple tracks driven.  Point By Passing anywhere on track.  40+ track days

D-Expert (Yellow Group)
Highest level; years of track experience. Multiple tracks driven in all conditions, comfortable going side by side with other cars in traffic, handles pressure accordingly & is highly predictable. Passing anywhere point-by optional but recommended. Must be cleared by C.I.

Event Entry Fees:

Intermediate & Advanced Drivers   $499/single day   Multi Day Discounts  &  Early bird registration available

Novice Driver                                     $549/single day  Multi Day Discounts  &  Early bird registration available Includes Coaching and Classroom 

Coach / Instructor Registration        N/C 30 days prior to event - $150 within 30 days of event

Garage Rental -                                  $200 for 1/2 bay all 3 days 

Track Damage Defense Waiver of up to $1,000.00 - We will cover the first $1,000 of facility damage for $100.00 / day or $150 / all event days

Limited coaching spots available – Must be cleared to instruct by C.I.

*Novice entry includes in-car coaching and classroom sessions

Safety & Technical

Age Requirement: 18+  (17 with parental waiver)

• Helmets: SNELL SA2020 or newer. No Motorcycle (MA) helmets.
  • Closed face helmets with visor are required for convertibles
  • Helmets are available for rent at $50/day includes balaclava
• Clothing: 
  • Street Cars/full interiors: Short sleeves OK, long pants, closed-toe shoes.
  • Race Cars/gutted interiors: FIA or SFI Rated race suit, gloves, race shoes – recommended.

Prohibited Vehicles on Track: SUVs, trucks, motorcycles, open-wheel vehicles. 

• Tech Inspection: Vehicles must pass a self tech using our  tech inspection form.  Driver accepts all responsibility for bringing a track ready car to the event.  Seats & restraints must be equal for passenger and driver. Refunds will not be given for mechanical failures or unprepared cars.  You are solely responsible for bringing a track ready vehicle to the event.
• Drivers Track Damage Responsibility: Drivers must cover any track damage or cleanup costs they cause; fees will be charged to the credit card on file on event day.  If the track damage invoice is incomplete at event close, we may estimate damages. Refunds will be issued if our estimate exceeds actual damages. Optional Track Damage Waiver up to $1,000 available, see Event entry fees.
• Passengers allowed for B,C&D Groups.  Passengers must sign a waiver and have a passenger wristband - available at registration.
• Convertible Policy: Must have fixed roll bar and meet “broomstick” test.  Active roll bar systems must be deployed prior to going on track.
• HANS Devices -A certified (SFI 38.1, FIA 8858 or newer) head and neck restraint device (HANS) MUST be used by all occupants of any car with an aftermarket harness and roll bar/cage system.

Cancellation Policy:

31 days or more before an event: event fees minus a $50 processing fee will be refunded. Alternatively, this amount can be credited to your HOD account for use at another HOD event in the same region (valid for 12 months)
11 – 30 days before an event: event fees, minus a $100 per event day cancellation fee, will be credited to your HOD account for use at another HOD event in the same region (valid for 12 months).
10 days or less before an event, or are a no-show at an event, all event fees will be forfeited.

Our events run rain or shine.

Driver Track Ready Acceptance: 

Drivers are hereby informed and acknowledge that refunds or credits, will not be issued for any loss of track time arising from the presentation of a vehicle that is unprepared, unsafe, or mechanically deficient at the event.

Any disregard for flagging rules and safety protocols or unsafe driving in paddock or on track will be grounds for ejection from event without a refund.