DWYB

DWYB - Drift What Ya Brung
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Welcome to DWYB

What: Drift What Ya Brung days at Santa Pod Raceway are days when you can come along and learn or practice drifting in safe and legal conditions on some of the Pods 30 acres of open tarmac. There are beginners, intermediate and advanced tracks open at the same time each DWYB day.

Who: DWYB is for anyone from complete novices wanting tuition to expert drifters wanting quality seat time without authorities or kerbs to worry about. Drift cars are rear wheel drive and usually light to moderate weight. The most popular cars for drifting in the UK are Nissans (S13/S14/S15 and GTS Skylines), Toyotas (AE86), Mazdas (MX5 and RX-7),  Fords (Old School Escorts and Sierras) and BMWs (3 Series) but many other cars can be and are used for drifting. All vehicles taking part should be silenced.

How Many: DWYB days are limited to 50 people per day to ensure maximum track time and with several prepared areas and courses there is no shortage of drift time.

Tyres: This is Drift What Ya Brung so you will need your own car and tyres. There are full tyre changing facilities on site with a charge of £5 per rim. Tyre disposal is £2 per tyre or you must take your used tyres away with you.

Passenger Rides: If you don't have your own car or it's too precious then passenger rides are available, just ask a marshall. There is a £10 charge for all non-drivers / spectators at DWYB days.

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Facilities: There are toilet facilities on site and the Cafe will be open from 9am to 4pm. If you run short on fuel, F1 Racing Fuel is available from the sign-on trailer along with DWYB Hoodies, DWYB stickers and Helmets.

Tuition: Tuition if required is from very experienced drifters and will start with basic donuts and figure of eights.

How Much: The cost in advance is £60 for entrance and drifting including tuition if needed or on the day the cost is £10 entrance plus £60 for drifting. There is a £10 entrance charge for non drivers/spectators. Kids Under 13 are free (max 3 kids per adult).

  • Drifting Tickets + Entrance in Advance: £60 (save £10)
  • Entrance on the Day: £10
  • Drifting Tickets on the Day: £60
  • Advance ticket sales close at 4pm the day before the event.

How To Pay: To book tickets please phone 01234 782828 or buy your tickets online at www.eticketing.co.uk/santapodraceway.

DWYB: All the features mentioned above apply to everything that goes on at DWYB however we have several different track layouts for you to choose from depending on your level of ability.

There are 4 play pens for practicing donuts and figure eights, an intermediate kidney track, as well as an advanced track.

The DWYB advanced track is more suited to drivers with some experience looking to further improve skills. The larger course requires a higher level of driving skill and machine setup making it a perfect track to practice on for those who wish to turn a wheel between competitive events, try out new settings on their cars, or progress to the next level.
Helmets are recommended on the advanced track.

Drivers will have to prove they are competent at basic drifting on the intermediate track before they are allowed on the advanced track. Drivers wishing to practice twining at DWYB days will have to prove they are competent on the large track solo first.

When: Gates open from 8.30am to 5pm with drifting from just after 9.30am to 1pm and 1.30pm to 4pm (half hour lunch break). The drivers briefing takes place at 9.30am but don't worry if your late, just ask a marshall when you arrive and they will be able to go over it with you.

DWYB Licences: DYWB licenses recognise a drifters competence and allow them entry to the end of day competitions, permit them to practice twinning and get them great discounts. Full details on the DWYB Licences page.

DWYB Competitions: There will be a free to enter drifting competitions at the end of every DWYB day, open to anyone who has a drift ticket for that day and currently holds a DWYB licence. The competitions will comprise of one practice lap, followed be two flying laps that will be judged and points awarded accordingly.  The drifter with the best score wins... simple! Up for grabs for the winner, as well as the utmost respect from your mates and fellow drifters is an exclusive, money can't buy DWYB gold hoody. View results on the Competitions page.

DWYB Dates:

Saturday 7th January 2012 Wednesday 18th April 2012 Wednesday 19th September 2012
Wednesday 18th January 2012 Wednesday 9th May 2012 Wednesday 10th October 2012
Saturday 28th January 2012 Wednesday 23rd May 2012 Saturday 20th October 2012
Wednesday 8th February 2012 Wednesday 13th June 2012 Wednesday 7th November 2012
Saturday 25th February 2012 Wednesday 27th June 2012 Saturday 17th November 2012
Wednesday 7th March 2012 Wednesday 4th July 2012 Wednesday 28th November 2012
Saturday 17th March 2012 Wednesday 15th August 2012 Saturday 8th December 2012
Wednesday 28th March - 2012 Wednesday 29th August 2012  

What is Drifting:

"Drifting refers to a driving technique and to a sport based on the technique. A car is said to be drifting when the rear slip angle is greater than the front slip angle, and the front wheels are pointing in the opposite direction to the turn (e.g. car is turning left, wheels are pointed right), and the driver is controlling these factors." wikipedia.org

If you're still not sure what drifting is read more at wikipedia.org.

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