How long is Santa Pod track?

How long is Santa Pod track?

1/4 and 1/8 mile

Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. Santa Pod Raceway, located in Podington, Bedfordshire, England, is Europe’s first permanent drag racing venue for 1/4 and 1/8 mile racing. It was built on a disused Second World War air base, (RAF Podington), once used by the USAAF’s 92nd Bomb Group.

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.

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. Ask on gate for a family camping sticker.

Is Santa Pod a quarter mile?

Santa Pod Raceway in Northamptonshire offers the cheapest and most accessible public track time in the UK. For just £15 admission and £45 to “sign on”, you can take your car and motorcycle out on the famous quarter-mile dragstrip and test it’s performance limits in a safe and legal environment.

What do they spray on the track at Santa Pod?

Nitro – Nitromethane the ultimate fuel specially produced for Drag Racing.

Do you need ear defenders for Santa Pod?

Ear Protection is recommended when in close proximity to the track especially for young children. Ear Protection is available to purchase from the merchandise outlets on site. Medical assistance can be found at the Medical Centre, located at the bottom of the concrete ramp down the bank.

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.

Does Santa Pod have WIFI?

Free WIFI access is available adjacent to the racetrack and in the Cafe.

What is the fastest time at Santa Pod?

British drag-racer Andy Frost is claiming a new record for his 1970s vintage Vauxhall Victor saloon. Last weekend he drove Red Victor 3 into the history books as `the world’s fastest accelerating road-legal car’ by laying down a 6.714 second quarter mile at the UK’s Santa Pod Raceway.

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.

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.

Are dogs welcome at 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).

What happens if an F1 race won’t start?

If both drivers fail to complete the race, the driver completing the most laps will be deemed the winner. If both drivers retire on the same lap, either driver does not start or should either driver be disqualified, bets will be made void on both drivers.

How much are tickets for NHRA?

How much are NHRA Nationals tickets? Fans can purchase their NHRA Nationals tickets at TicketSmarter with 2022 ticket prices starting at $49.00 and reaching prices as high as $252.00. The average price of a 2022 single race ticket is $126.17.

How long has Santa Pod been around?

Santa Pod Raceway opened in 1966 as Europe’s first permanent drag racing venue, located on a former World War 2 airfield – ‘Santa’ to evoke Southern California, the cradle of drag racing; ‘Pod’ for Podington, the name of the airfield and nearby village.

What’s the fastest 1/4 mile ever?

The one and only Rimac Nevera is currently the fastest 1/4-mile car in the world with a time of 8.58 seconds.

What is the fastest 1/4 mile car?

Bugatti Chiron Super Sport has the quickest quarter-mile acceleration time for a gas-powered car. With a time of only 9.1 seconds, the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport achieves the top spot for quarter-mile acceleration for a gas-powered car.

Why do dragster engines only last 4 seconds?

Why Dragster Engines Only Last 4 seconds – YouTube

Is anything faster than a Top Fuel dragster?

A top fuel dragster accelerates from a standstill to 100 mph (160.9 km/h) in as little as 0.8 seconds (less than one third the time required by a production Porsche 911 Turbo to reach 60 mph (96.6 km/h)) and can exceed 297 mph (478.0 km/h) in just 660 feet (201.2 m).
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Most NHRA Top Fuel wins.

How long is a 1/4 mile drag strip?

1320 feet
Although a quarter mile (1320 feet, 402 m) is the best known measure for a drag track, many tracks are eighth mile (201 m) tracks, and the premiere classes will run 1,000 foot (304.8 m) races.

How fast can you go on a drag strip without a cage?

My daughter told me a lot of people on Instagram are celebrating an announcement from NHRA that 2014 and newer vehicles will be allowed to run as quick as 9.0 secs and 150 mph without a roll cage.

How much do F1 mechanics make?

Mechanics in F1 earn between $20 400 and $63 500 per racing season, and the average salary is around $40 000 per season. Chief Mechanics can earn up to $1 000 000 per year, but these are highly specialized crew members and senior members of the overall F1 team.

What was the hottest F1 race ever?

Race records

Do NHRA tickets include pit passes?

How can I get a pit pass? Pit passes are included with the purchase price of tickets.

Where is the best place to sit at a drag race?

Just make sure you sit in the reserved grandstand. I’ve sat in every section, at every height, and there is not a bad seat. Just to clear the fumes issue up; you will be smelling nitro and your eyes will be watering if the wind is blowing toward the seats if you sit in A-C.