Coronado Vintage Races Info

[John Straub]

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Drifting & Stock Cars Are Back For The Coronado Speed Festival


The 12th Annual Coronado Speed Festival is rapidly approaching on September 26 & 27. Last year the Drift Circuit and Stock Car Race Series (SCRS) exhibitions had an overwhelmingly positive response by fans so they will be rallying the runway once again. These drivers will suit up to bring fans a high-powered show, demonstrating skillful mastery of both speed and movement.


SCRS Stock Cars

Hardly a "stock car"! Each of these race cars has competed at some point in its history in a variety of NASCAR events. With over 700 horsepower, sophisticated suspension and chassis, not much other than the roof, hood, and trunk is actually a factory part. This is an opportunity to be up close and personal with many famous cars that were actually on track and to see them compete in the Coronado Speed Festival.

Drift Circuit

Drifting is an un-timed freestyle motor sport that is judged by achieving the maximum sideways angle, and speed in the corner. Drifters gain maximum points by striking the proper clipping point, and taking a favorable line that connects one drift smoothly into the next. In other words, drifters deliberately control their cars to slide sideways at high-speeds, aiming for the maximum points through stylized movements and skilled maneuvering techniques. Major consideration is given to style and crowd appeal. Originating on twisty, narrow, mountain roads in Japan, teams and individuals would compete for respect and the glory of being number one on the mountain.

Don’t miss out on the drifters and these former NASCARS as they display their power and speed. You can see the drifting exhibition during the lunchtime hour on both Saturday and Sunday. The drifters will also be racing on Saturday.

And new this year – the stock cars have their own race category rather than an exhibition. It is sure to once again add excitement and speed to the Coronado Speed Festival.





About The Coronado Speed Festival & Fleet Week San Diego

The Coronado Speed Festival is Fleet Week San Diego’s marquee event. The event features fast-paced, thrilling auto racing and exhibitions for car enthusiasts of all ages at one of the most distinctive race track locations - Naval Air Station North Island, the birthplace of Naval Aviation. Nowhere else can you see a variety of cars racing on a live runway used by the U.S. Navy.

This is the only Navy Open House on the West Coast. Naval Base Coronado is home to over 20, 000 active duty military and over 4,000 civilian employees. The general public only gets a glimpse of the daily activities happening at the base. This is San Diego’s opportunity to interact with the young men and women who defend our freedom. Climb aboard and tour an active Navy ship berthed at NASNI, visit command displays, watch F-18 flyovers and see military vehicles in action.

Don’t miss out on this annual celebration of speed. The Coronado Speed Festival offers something for everyone to enjoy so race on down to Naval Air Station, North Island on September 26-27 for the premiere racing event of the season. This event is free for active duty military and their dependants. For more information please go to www.fleetweeksandiego.org/coronadospeedfestival.

The Coronado Speed Festival is produced by San Diego Fleet Week Foundation and hosted by the Naval Base Coronado and the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Program (MWR) which benefits military personnel and their families. They in turn provide positive support for the active duty military community and their families through Quality of Life Programs including single Sailor Recreation Centers, Fitness and Aquatic Facilities and the Base Theatre Free Movies.







John

[cam]

I noticed on their site it doesn't list General Racing Ltd. are they still involved? I know this was the last year for Monterey for them, but is Steve Earle still involved in Coronado?

[John Straub]

No, Steve is out. This now a HMSA event.

John

[lrayner]

These drivers will suit up to bring fans a high-powered show, demonstrating skillful mastery of both speed and movement....
drifters deliberately control their cars to slide sideways at high-speeds, aiming for the maximum points through stylized movements and skilled maneuvering techniques.

You definitely don't want to miss the drifters. But I would add an element of destruction derby to the event as at least one car hit the wall and a couple of cars slid into each other last year with a few parts being left on the track as a result. All good fun to watch.

[MR LIPP]

Go get your Corral Pass from John Straub and then sign up for Parade Laps of the Track for $25.
The Track Tour is approximately 2 to 4 parade laps on track behind a pace car. Take the kids on track!

Register here for Track Tour

A substantial portion of profits will be donated to the Navy MWR

Questions regarding Track Tour: email Martin pcasdr-de@cox.net

Check out what the Vintage Racers are doing

Go to the Fleet Week site for general info on the event



TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE CORONADO SPEED FESTIVAL
Buy Your Tickets In Advance And Save Here


Avoid the long lines and save some cash by purchasing tickets for the 12th annual Coronado Speed Festival in advance. Customers can save up to $10 by purchasing their general admission tickets by visiting the Fleet Week San Diego website at:
http://www.fleetweeksandiego.org/coronadospeedfestival/.

Ticket prices are as follows:

One-Day Ticket: This just gets you in for Saturday or Sunday. (Children 12 and under are free with adult paid admission.) $25 in advance/$35 at the gate.
Two-Day Pass: You get in for the WHOLE WEEKEND. This is a much better value! $35 in advance/$45 at the gate.
VIP Package: Includes admission to special VIP seating area, VIP parking (one parking pass per 4 tickets) and enjoy delicious food and hosted beverages. Programs and earplugs also included. It's The Ultimate Race Experience! $150 one day/$250 two day.
Military: Active duty military and their dependents get in free with an ID. Retirees, DOD employees and other Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) authorized patrons can purchase tickets at half price through the Navy Region Southwest MWR Ticket Offices.
Overnight RV Parking: (Tickets not available through ClicknPrint. See Overnight RV Parking Section on the Coronado Speed Festival website.) Experience the races in the comfort of your own RV. Stay overnight on the Naval Base. This includes Two-Day Pass for driver and one passenger. $150/Spaces are available on a first come first serve basis. No Exceptions.