Midwest Shredfest is at Hawkeye Downs Speedway in Cedar Rapids, Iowa for our red, white and blue themed drift and comp day sponsored by Precision Automotive Marion.
Saturday we will be holding a contest, come in your best dressed red, white and blue apparel, lights, and underglow!
Comp details- Two Groups! Group A is singles! Judged on line and style.
Group B is a tandem comp judge on line, style and proximity.
Prizes will be given for each group and individual best dressed!
The event is ((RAIN OR SHINE!))
Whose ready for another full weekend of drifting? If you have never seen drifting or don't really know what it is. Well here’s your chance to discover something new. So bring the family out and have a good time. Go for a ride along with a driver. *pit pass required* Bring your helmet.
Drivers pay attention because we will be dropping preregistration in a post!
Gates open to spectators at 1:45pm Saturday and 8:45am Sunday Admission is $10 a person for general admission, $15 dollars for a pit pass Kids under 10 are free. (EVERYONE MUST PAY AT THE GATE AND SIGN THE WAIVER)
Drivers pre-registration is $200 for weekend pass(Cool Shirt Included). Preregistration for a single day is $100(Cool Shirt is NOT included)
If you chose not to preregister SINGLE DAY driver passes will be available at the gate for $120. Two day passes will not be offered at the gate.
(SATURDAY)
*COMP WILL BE DISCUSSED AT DRIVERS MEETING*
Gates open to drivers at 12pm
Gates open to spectators at 1:45pm
Drivers Meeting at 1:45pm
Open practice for comp drivers is from 2pm-4pm
Group B will compete 4pm-5pm
Group A will be 5pm-6pm
Intermission 6pm-7pm
Track will be hot 7pm-10pm
(SUNDAY)
Gates open to drivers at 7am
Tech at 8am
Gates open to spectators at 8:45am
Drivers Meeting at 8:45am
Track is hot from 9am-12pm
Intermission is from 12pm-1pm
Track is hot from 1pm-5pm
Drivers tech list will be posted on the Midwest Stredfest Page.
FAQ
Q: I just started drifting, is this event beginner-friendly?
A: Absolutely!! Everyone has to experience their first day on track, and we’d love to help you have a good one. There are plenty of experienced drivers around to give you some pointers or even ride along with you and help point out some areas you could improve, so don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Q: Can I drift my convertible?
A: Yes but you will need at a minimum a rollover bar.
Q: Do I need a roll cage to drift on track?
A: You don’t need a full cage to participate. Cages with door bars are only required for tandem drifting unless approved by the staff. Other than that, buy your pass, bring your helmet, make sure you meet the tech requirements, and you’re good to go.
Q: What’s the layout like/how does the track time work/is there hotlapping?
A: We run two different layouts throughout the day, one in the morning, one in the afternoon. We don’t have the space for a hot lap layout, so there is a start and finish. Both layouts will be explained in the driver's meetings.
Q: Will there be a tire machine at the track?
A: Yes, there will be 2 tire techs on site.
Q: Can I get a ride a long?
A: You’re more than welcome to ask any of the drivers in the pits for a ride. Most drivers are more than happy to help someone experience their first ride in a drift car. It usually helps get you in the car if you have your own helmet for the ride.
Q: Is there food and drink at the track?
A: Yes, there are concessions on site. No grills of any kind are allowed in the pits.
Q: Can I bring my dog?
A: Yes, keep them leashed and clean up any waste they leave behind, please.
If you have any questions please reach out via Facebook or email midwestshredfest@gmail.com.