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Old 05-30-2016, 06:43 AM   #1
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NC Drift Days/Skidpads

I've been out of the drifting game for a long time (10+ years) and even then I hadn't spent a whole lot of time behind the wheel. Does anyone in NC run any skid pads or anything like that where I can get my confidence back and get used to my setup or is summit point the only place?

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Old 05-30-2016, 10:57 AM   #2
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Piedmont Dragstrip has drift days. It's just outside of Greensboro, NC.
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there are also events in myrtle beach.
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Piedmont Drift at Piedmont Dragway in Julian NC. Events are held once a month, give or take.

$10 to enter the facility (drivers, spectators, everyone), $5 for a passenger-only wristband, $40 for a driver/passenger wristband. Helmet and close-toed shoes required. Shorts and t-shirts are fine (thankfully, cuz it gets hot as balls out there). Always open track style, never competition. No heats or run groups. Cageless tandem is a-ok. Super laid back group of people. By far the most fun event around here.

The course runs thru a couple narrow access roads and into a large parking lot. The various access roads allow for a handful of different course configurations. Generally all 2nd or 3rd gear, depending on the layout and your gearing. The asphalt type changes a few times, making you really pay attention to the course. It's not flat either; there's a nice crest in the middle of the course, making transfers down the hill pretty fun. Definitely more challenging than a plain ol' parking lot or skidpad. Oh, and bonus difficulty if you have a super low car; there are some nasty bumps if you take a bad line.

Next one is July 31st:
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Oh, and bonus difficulty if you have a super low car; there are some nasty bumps if you take a bad line.
x2!! definitely a challenge for a low car but fun anyway! Good group of guys, come out if you get a chance.
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Piedmont Drift at Piedmont Dragway in Julian NC.

Next one is July 31st:
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Reminder: One week away! Come do skidz.
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There is also an event at myrtle beach July 29th and the 31st. That's where I'll be.
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