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Dirt Quake FAQ..
Where does Dirt Quake IV
take place?
Adrian Flux Arena
(formerly Norfolk Arena), King’s Lynn, PE34 3AG
When is Dirt Quake?
Fun things are happening
from 6pm on Friday 17 July, till midnight on Saturday 18 July, but the Dirt
Quake Main Event is Saturday 3-7pm with more entertainment after. See the full
schedule below.
How much is entry?
£15 in advance for two
days. Friday night only £10. Saturday only £15. Under-12s free.
Buy a ticket here http://sideburn.bigcartel.com and
avoid any queues (plus get a free Guy Martin sticker).
I bought a ticket in advance, where is it?
Advance tickets were
sent out on 29 June. Any subsequent orders will be sent the next working day.
Get tickets here. http://sideburn.bigcartel.com
Put your own wristband
on to avoid queuing at the turnstiles.
Is there camping?
Yes, but it is run by a
different organization. The campsite is a 100m walk from the track.
No fires.
No motorcycle riding on
site.
Email all camping
questions to tracksidetrailertrash2015@gmail.com
Are children and animals
welcome into the track?
Yes, kids are more than
welcome with a responsible adult. Animals must be kept on a lead.
Will there be food?
All onsite catering is
taken care of by the track owners. We cannot arrange for any outside caterers.
If you don’t like ‘track food’ consider bringing your own.
Can we bring beer into
the track?
Beer is allowed on the campsite,
no outside beer inside track area. There is a full bar at the track.
How much does it cost to go into the Ken Fox Wall of
Death?
It’s free, thanks to Guy
Martin’s Proper brand who have arranged for it to attend. There will be
sessions on Friday night, Saturday day and Saturday night for people to watch
this world famous show.
Can I go in the pits?
Only racers and one
mechanic, with a wristband, per racer are allowed in the pits. We have so many
racers in a small area that this rule has been made to keep the event running
smoothly and as safely as possible.
Is there going to be kid’s bicycle race?
Yes, and it’s free to
enter. Bring your own bike and helmet, gloves too if you’ve got them. 12s and
under. One lap, for fun only. About 4.15 on Saturday.
What other entertainment is there?
After the DTRA racing on
Friday night there is chance to go see the Ken Fox Wall of Death and listen to a
great band, The Vitamins. We’ll have some daft games and DJs too.
On Saturday we have lots
of non-racing fun on track, more Wall of Death, Vintage speedway, plus live
music from The Dream Themes during the day and Davros and the Deep Space
Deviants at night.
There will also be a
mini-custom show and dealer booths from some Sideburn and related companies.
Will you be selling Dirt Quake merchandise?
Yes, T-shirts and other
Sideburn merch.
Is there a cashpoint at the arena?
No.
Can I get a photography
pass?
Only with a
commissioning letter from the editor of a magazine or newspaper. Photographers
must show proof of public liability insurance if they want to enter non-public
areas. There are plenty of opportunities to take memorable photos from the
public areas, though.
What happens if it rains?
The racers get muddy,
but the event still goes ahead. There are covered grandstands at both sides of
the track.
Rider/
Racer FAQ
Can I enter to race?
You could, but all the
entries are now full EXCEPT for the W&W Harley class. The only rule is, it
has to be a Harley. Email us if you want to enter the Harley race - Dirt @
sideburnmagazine.com
Can I enter on the day
of the race?
No.
Do I need a race licence?
Yes, but you can buy an
MCF day licence for £10 on the morning of the race.
I've paid to enter the race, do I need a ticket too?
No, your name will be on the gate.
I've paid to enter the race, do I need a ticket too?
No, your name will be on the gate.
Can I enter the DTRA races?
Yes, if you have a
suitable bike. There are classes for Rookies on Saturday morning and Vintage
bikes on Friday evening. Email info@dirttrackriders.co.uk
When do I check in?
Saturday morning at the
sign-up station from 10.15-11.30am. Sign-on closes at 11.30.
What do I need to race?
Helmet (see regs below),
eye protection (visor or goggles), gloves, trousers, long-sleeve top, over the
ankle boots.
We highly recommend the
best safety gear you can get your hands on: leathers, armour, back protector,
full-face helmet… Motorcycle racing can be dangerous.
Helmet regs
We run Dirt Quake with the help of the MCF, a race organization to ensure
everything is as safe as possible. They tell us helmets must comply with one of
the following:
British Standards Institution BS 6658-A
British Standards Institution BS 6658-B
UN ECE Regulation 22 ECE 22-05
Snell Memorial Foundation Snell M2005 or M2010 (individual approval only)
M2005
Can I fit a crown of pike nuts to my helmet for the
race?
No.
The MCF are adamant
that any modification to a helmet structure immediately invalidates approval.
Any helmet
modified by the cutting, drilling or puncturing of the shell in any
way subsequent to its leaving the
manufacturer, will be rejected at
inspection.
I have a waist length ponytail,
is that a problem?
Competitors with long hair must have it contained within the helmet or
clothing.
I’ve never raced before, is that a problem?
Absolutely not. Dirt
Quake was invented for novices.
Is there a bike safety
inspection?
Yes. We need to make sure you are not going to injure
someone else with your bike. We are checking that:
·
Mag
wheels with big gaps in them are covered up. This is to stop limbs going
through them. Cut plastic or fibre board and zip tie in place.
·
Levers must have a ball end or be taped
·
Footrests must fold or be taped
·
Chain must be covered at the point it joins the
front sprocket
·
Glass lights must be taped.
·
Bikes should be in a general safe condition (pay
attention to wheel bearings, loose parts, sharp things)
When is practice?
See schedule below.
How do I practice?
Every rider gets one
session of practice, four laps in length. The car park and campsite are not for
practicing. Save it for the track.
What is the race format?
One practice session,
two heat races and a final. Everyone gets a final (if their bike is still in
one piece). All sessions are four
laps in length.
Environmental issues
·
No
smoking in the pits
·
Please
be respectful of the staduim and pick up your litter.
·
Practice
takes place on the track and not in the car park.
PLEASE NOTE: The schedule and listed attractions
are liable to change without any prior warning.
FRIDAY
Midday: Campsite opens
18:00 Turnstiles open
18.30 DTRA racing starts. Classes for the evening are: Pro, Restricted and vintage.
21.45 DTRA racing ends
22.00-00.00 The
Vitamins, Wall of Death and DJs
SATURDAY
10.15-11.30 Dirt Quake
riders sign-on
12:15 Riders meeting
12.30 Dirt Quake
practice
14:00 Turnstiles open
15:00 Dirt Quake Main
Event Opening Ceremony
+ Vintage speedway
+ Wall of Death Shows
+ Motorcycle tug of love
+ The Dream Themes
+ more!
+ Vintage speedway
+ Wall of Death Shows
+ Motorcycle tug of love
+ The Dream Themes
+ more!
18:00 Dirt Quake Finals
19:00 Awards
presentation
19.30 Wall of Death,
Band, DJs
00.00 Bar closes
SUNDAY
15:00 Campsite closes