How much are the showers at Santa Pod?

Showers are available in the Paddock toilet block. There are additional showers next to the Bankside Shop and Fuelers Bar at selected major events. There is a fee of £2 to use the showers.

Is there showers at Santa Pod?

There are showers and toilets on site (small charge for showers). At larger events, a family camping area is available for people with young children, allocated on a first come first served basis. Only available if you have a full weekend ticket.

Where are the showers at Santa Pod?

Paddock toilet block
Showers are available in the Paddock toilet block. At selected major events there are additional showers next to the Bankside Shop. Stewards and security are on site at all times. The cost of grandstand seats varies depending on the event, viewing from the spectator banking is included with entry tickets.

Why is Santa Pod called Santa Pod?

Santa Pod was named after Santa Ana Drags, a drag strip in California, USA, and the local village of Podington. Since then the name Santa Pod has become synonymous with the sport of drag racing in Europe.

Do you have to wear a helmet at Santa Pod?

Helmets are required for all bikes and open top cars, and any vehicles doing 110 mph or more at the finish line.

Can I take my car to a drag strip?

Your car must meet general safety requirements and have seat belts, but will not need certification. If your car is capable of running 11.50 or better, you will need a NHRA chassis certification, current belts and equipment.

Can I take my dog to Santa Pod?

Anyone found to be collecting wood from Santa Pod or adjoining private land will be ejected from the event. No glass bottles, jars etc allowed on site. This is for you and your car’s safety and especially for those in the camping areas. No dogs or pets are allowed on site (Explanation here).

Can you drag race in the rain?

If you want to shine in motorcycle drag racing, first you have to show up. Racers should realize, no sanction expects racers to show up in a deluge with nothing by inches of rain forecast within a 24 to 48 hour period.

Can dogs go to Santa Pod?

What do they spray on a drag strip?

Competition drag strips use a resin-based compound called PJ1 TrackBite (formerly known as VHT) that gets sprayed onto the asphalt to create a sticky surface for impressive launches. Hey, when a car’s horsepower count is deep into the four digits, it needs all the help it can get to hook up and go.

What fuel do Top Fuel dragsters use?

nitromethane fuel
Powered by a supercharged and fuel-injected 500-cubic-inch adaptation of the famed Chrysler Hemi engine, Top Fuel dragsters can burn up to 15 gallons of nitromethane fuel during a single run.

How old do you have to be to race at Santa Pod?

17 years of age and over
Passengers must be 17 years of age and over (photo ID required). A maximum of one passenger at a time in the front seat only. Passenger rides are only permitted to vehicles travelling less than 130mph at the finish line. Any Safety rules and regulations enforced on the driver are also enforced on the passenger.

What liquid do they use for burnouts?

Water, bleach and resin were used, and water is said to work as well as bleach.

Does racing hurt your car?

Drag racing can damage a car that is not perfectly maintained. Typically drag cars will be serviced after each run and will have overall maintenance done to the engine and all moving parts. The Top Fuel division engines and sequential are rebuilt after each run due to the significant damage it incurs.

How old do you have to be to go to Santa Pod?

Children under the age of 16 are not permitted entry unless accompanied by an adult.

What happens if an F1 race won’t start?

If a race is unable to be resumed, “the results will be taken at the end of the penultimate lap before the lap during which the signal to suspend the race was given”. If 75% of the race distance has not been completed and the race cannot be resumed, half points are awarded.

How much are tickets for NHRA?

NHRA Nationals tickets will generally start in the $50 to $90 range for the first day of the event. Starting prices for the Saturday and Sunday portion of the event will be around $70 to over $100 depending on seating location.

Why are racing tracks so sticky?

What’s in Pimp Juice?

The Purple Label Pimp Juice is lightly carbonated and possesses a fresh Prickly Pear/ Pomegranate flavor. FSB is proud to introduce a truly premium anti-oxidant/ energy drink with a proprietary blend of Acai, Ascorbic Acid, Grape Extract, Green Tea Extract, Pear Extract, Pomegranate Juice, and Yerba Mate.

What is Santa Pod Racing?

Home of the FIA European Drag Racing Championships, the fastest & loudest motorsport on Earth! Santa Pod hosts 80 events annually including: Drag Racing, Modified Car Shows, VW Beetle & Campervan Festivals, Japanese Performance Car Shows, Retro & Classic Car Shows, Run What Ya Brung (RWYB) and Drift What Ya Brung (DWYB) public track days.

What kind of events does Santa Pod have?

Santa Pod hosts 80 events annually including: Drag Racing, Modified Car Shows, VW Beetle & Campervan Festivals, Japanese Performance Car Shows, Retro & Classic Car Shows, Run What Ya Brung (RWYB) and Drift What Ya Brung (DWYB) public track days.

Is Santa Pod a good place for families?

This was a brilliant day out, excellent for families, couples or groups of friends alike. Santa Pod is a drag strip open year round and has various events throughout the year.

Is it safe to go camping at Santa Pod?

There are safety rules for all people camping and attending the events at santa pod, and they must be observed, eg no animals, no open fires etc (see website for details) There is free admission to children under 16 at most events.