Drift Buffet LLC For Drivers

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Venue Information

NOS Events Center
689 South "E" Street
San Bernardino, CA 92408
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General Event Rules

Drivers meeting attendance is mandatory
Technical inspection is mandatory. If you're late, you'll wait.
Pit and paddock speed limit is 5 MPH
You MUST be wearing a helmet before you enter the course or grid (this includes passengers)
Be safe; if you behaving unsafely you will be removed without refund
Be courteous and follow proper track etiquette
Pick-up after yourself. Trash cans are provided; use them.
No refuelling in the pit or paddock
Passenger ride-along permission is at our discretion; it is not guaranteed
ONLY drivers, staff, and authorized media are allowed on the course
Keep all body parts inside the vehicle while it is moving
Drivers may be asked to show their wristbands at any time. Tampering with or altering the wristband will result in removal without refund.
VIOLATION OF THE RULES WILL RESULT IN REMOVAL WITHOUT REFUND

Registration and Payment Policies

All drivers must register and pay in advance
If you register, but do not pay and do not show-up, your next registration will not be accepted until you have pre-paid
Each driver will be assigned to a run-group. That driver may only drive when his or her run-group is on track.
We reserve the right to refuse service or registration to anyone.
Drivers register and pay, not cars. Any driver may drive more than one vehicle during a practice event, as long as that driver is registered and the vehicle has passed tech inspection.
Registration is typically open 3-4 weeks before an event. Will will only give refunds up until 10 days before the event.
No partial refunds will be given.
Failure to pass tech or mechanical failure of your car during an event does not entitle the driver to a refund of any kind.

Basic Tech Guidelines

Battery properly secured and positive terminal covered
Engine compartment free of loose items (air filter, hoses, wires, etc)
No fluid leaks or exposed wires
Brake lights function properly (at least two red functioning brake lights)
Seat properly mounted and secure
Seatbelts properly mounted and secure
Brake pads and rotors in good condition (min 40% thickness)
Tires are road-worthy and safe (min 3/32 tread depth, no sidewall damage)
Wheels and wheel bearings are tight and road worthy
Windshield is free of cracks which might obstruct the driver's vision
Helmet is SNELL certified M95 or SA95 or newer and free of damage
No loose items in passenger compartment or trunk
Roll bar in open cars is required

Tips and Suggestions

Register and pay well in advance. When the spots are full, they're full.
Load your car and get plenty of rest the night before
Get to the venue early to be ready for tech. If you are late for tech you will have to wait until the tech inspector has time to check your car.
Bring sunscreen and plenty of WATER, even when it is not hot
Bring a good dial-type tire pressure gauge
Bring a good jack, don't rely on the factory scissor-jack
Bring at least one jackstand and USE IT if you are under the car
Bring basic hand tools and sockets. A decent hammer is good too.
Bring zip ties, duct tape, and JB Kwik. All good drift cars are held together by them.
Bring extra brake, differential, engine and transmission fluid.
Bring extra lug nuts and wheel studs. Seriously. Save yourself the hassle.
Bring a pair of gloves for handling wheels, tires, and other dirty things.
Make sure you have tires that will get you home safely!
Don't be afraid to ask for help; we are all one community
Follow the rules and be courteous and safe; you'll make a lot of friends!
Don't forget to HAVE FUN

Media Regulations

All media (photo, video, print or sound) must check-in at the registration booth
Media must have proper wristband to be in pits or authorized track locations
All media must stay within the marked media access areas.
Drift Buffet makes every effort to provide safe areas for media to get their photos, video, etc., however all media enter the facility at their own risk
Media personnel must follow the instructions of Drift Buffet staff
Media who are unsafe or uncooperative will be removed from the facility

Liability Disclaimer

I AM AWARE THAT MY PRESENCE AT THE RACE TRACK, WHETHER INVOLVED IN PIT CREW ACTIVITIES, SPECTATING, RECORDING PICTURES OR VIDEO, DRIVING AN AUTOMOBILE OR RIDING IN AN AUTOMOBILE ON A RACE TRACK, OR TEMPORARY CIRCUIT DESIGNED FOR, AND USED AS, A RACE COURSE, WHETHER IN A RACE, TIME TRIAL, DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM, FOR PRACTICE, TESTING, OR OTHERWISE, IS A HAZARDOUS ACTIVITY INVOLVING A HIGH-DEGREE OF RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I AM VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN SUCH ACTIVITIES WITH KNOWLEDGE OF THE DANGER INVOLVED AND HEREBY AGREE TO ASSUME ANY AND ALL RISKS OF INJURY OR DEATH RESULTING FROM THIS ACTIVITY.

I hereby and forever release DRIFT BUFFET LLC, their officers, members, workers, sponsors of the event, participants, instructors, car owners, any of the officials thereof, and all other persons (hereinafter "RELEASEES"), from any and all liability to me or to my personal representatives, heirs, next of kin and assigns, for any and all loss or damage on account of any injury to my person or property or resulting in my death arising out of or related in any way from my presence at the activity.

This GENERAL REALEASE expressly releases RELEASEES, from injuries and damages which are caused by negligence (whether active or passive, ordinary or gross), or otherwise. By signing this form I am agreeing to be a participant at this event.

I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless RELEASEES from any and all claims, demands, or liability in breach or violation of the terms of this release.

This RELEASE is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted under applicable state law and shall be applicable to all events in which I participate. If any portion or provision of this RELEASE is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance of the RELEASE shall continue in force and effect.