(TODAY) RED BULL Drifting World Championship LONG BEACH Nov 15-16

Brian · 10-31-2008, 01:59 PM

ohhh....god.

Bulger?

Tony ANngelo would have been a 300% better choice,
but as the weird kids today say, "it is what it is"

Bebop · 10-31-2008, 02:07 PM

Tony Angelo needs to lower his car

Brian · 10-31-2008, 02:12 PM

give us more juicy gossip, Formula D.

We want to hear it.

USA craves it.

Bebop · 10-31-2008, 02:17 PM

Techtrix jockin 07 sema JTP

Slapshotnerd · 10-31-2008, 02:23 PM

too many irishmen in long beach at once... I hope the bars have a back-stock of Guiness ready!

Bolger + O'Sullivan + Deane (wait! deane's only 16, he don't count... but I'm sure his brothers are coming) + Buttsy + Dan Joyce + entourage = way too many Irish in 1 city at 1 time for the local bar population to sustain

Justin Banner · 10-31-2008, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slapshotnerd

too many irishmen in long beach at once... I hope the bars have a back-stock of Guiness ready!

Bolger + O'Sullivan + Deane (wait! deane's only 16, he don't count... but I'm sure his brothers are coming) + Buttsy + Dan Joyce + entourage = way too many Irish in 1 city at 1 time for the local bar population to sustain

This including people who have Irish family lines?

Formula D · 10-31-2008, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Bolger + O'Sullivan + Deane (wait! deane's only 16, he don't count... but I'm sure his brothers are coming) + Buttsy + Dan Joyce + entourage = way too many Irish in 1 city at 1 time for the local bar population to sustain

Bolger is an Aussie

Slapshotnerd · 10-31-2008, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Formula D

Bolger is an Aussie

... but born in Ireland, and I hear he still has the kidneys of an Irishman!

Formula D · 10-31-2008, 05:15 PM

haha, well sounds like he will fit right in.

Buttsy · 11-01-2008, 07:59 AM

On the roof of Bolgers car is a massive Irish Flag! We seem to be everywhere!
Looking forward to seeing all you guys

ontrack · 11-01-2008, 07:49 PM

Seem a bit odd doesn't it? A country so small that has such a HUGE impact on world populations! Yes WE are everywhere!

I'm excited to see so many drivers from other countries participating in this event. It's a real testament to their dedication. This should be greaT!

PROUD AMERICAN of IRISH Decent.

deadpirate · 11-01-2008, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ontrack

Seem a bit odd doesn't it? A country so small that has such a HUGE impact on world populations! Yes WE are everywhere!

I'm excited to see so many drivers from other countries participating in this event. It's a real testament to their dedication. This should be greaT!

PROUD AMERICAN of IRISH Decent.

with an asshole attitude to boot

love you tom!!!!!!!! see you at SEMA/red bull

ontrack · 11-01-2008, 09:12 PM

I'LL SHOW YOU AN ASSHOLE ATTITUDE YA LITTLE........@#%!&$$!!!!!!

See ya there fukkerrr! You'd best watch your *Censored**Censored**Censored*!! HAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!!

deadpirate · 11-02-2008, 06:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ontrack

I'LL SHOW YOU AN ASSHOLE ATTITUDE YA LITTLE........@#%!&$$!!!!!!

See ya there fukkerrr! You'd best watch your *Censored**Censored**Censored*!! HAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!!

HEHEHEHEHE love you tommy boy

Brian · 11-03-2008, 10:59 AM

Will SPEED play the current episode of Formula D on the jumbo screen at the red bull event?

Please discuss...

Formula D · 11-03-2008, 11:04 AM

No, the jumbo is only for showing the live event, but we will have clips from the show on the screen, yes.

http://www.formulad.com/blog/?p=754

Brian · 11-03-2008, 11:06 AM

That's hot.

When is the "pro am" deal?

Is that Thursday-Friday stuff or what?

Formula D · 11-03-2008, 11:16 AM

All the event info can be found on the RB page of our site:

http://www.formulad.com/redbull/drif...-championship/

Brian · 11-03-2008, 11:19 AM

Very good.
It seems that FD is on top of things.

years ago, you guys started basically with nothing.
Then you started getting street courses.
Now you have a world championship.

Where do you see it 3 years from now?

Jeez, I think I interviewed you guys with that same stuff a couple years ago...

Formula D · 11-03-2008, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Where do you see it 3 years from now?

Um, if our staff holds up physically and mentally, I'd like to see the series having a majority of the field doing this as a full time job. I think we can realistically get to 10-12 strong events and be Super Cross-esque. That really is not that far off from where we are now, but we really have to keep building off of each year. There has to be progression each and every year and the sport has to be more legitimate to more people. People need to understand the a sport the way we do ... and we are seeing that. It just needs to continue and pace properly.

Or, I'll be in a gutter with JD bottle around my neck

INFO · 11-03-2008, 11:40 AM

1.What is the event about?

Formula DRIFT, North America’s premier drifting Sanctioning Body, has partnered with Red Bull Energy Drink, the world’s leading energy drink, to create one of the world’s most anticipated drifting events ever – the Red Bull Drifting World Championship. The event, which will feature 32 of the world’s best drifters, will be held in the Port of Long Beach, Calif., on Saturday & Sunday, November 15-16, 2008.

The Red Bull Drifting World Championship will bring the best drifting drivers in the world together to compete in a single historic event. Drivers from the United States, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Norway, France, Netherlands, Sweden, Ireland, UK and Canada will participate, but only one will claim the title of Red Bull Drifting World Champion. Current and past champions from the world’s top professional drifting series will receive an exclusive invitation to showcase their skills and compete for the largest drifting prize purse ever offered.

The purpose-built course will include unprecedented features that will test the limits of the drivers and their cars such as a long straight away to ensure triple-digit entry speeds, a big, sweeping first turn for high-speed drifting and multiple, technically challenging turns. Trackside viewing areas will allow spectators to get up close and personal with the competition.

2.
Where is Ticketing, Will Call and Shuttle pick up?

Event Headquarters will be at the Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802.

3.
Where do we park?

Parking is available at the Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802 or any Long Beach area parking lots.

4.
How do I purchase tickets and how much are they?

Tickets can be purchased at
https://redbullformuladrift.tix.com/...p?Event=161460

Pre-Sale Online
2-Day Reserved Seating: $35.00 “Most Cost Effective Ticket Reserved Ticket”
2-Day VIP (includes Parking, Meals, and Beverages): $150.00

Sale Prices at Event
Sunday only GA: $30.00 – Not guaranteed. Will only go on-sale if Reserved Seating is full
2-day General Admission: $45.00 – Not guaranteed. Will only go on-sale if Reserved Seating is full Sunday Only Reserved: $40.00
2-Day Reserved: $50.00
2-Day VIP $200.00

5.
How is the competition run and judged?

General
32 drivers will compete in single elimination head-to-head battles and win their way through a standard 32-Driver bracket.
Practice
Several open practices will be scheduled during the event. Practice runs may be in the format of either single or multiple car runs.
Qualifying
Competitors will make 2 solo qualifying runs and scores will determine their ranking in the top-32 bracket. Qualifying order will be established by drawing positions and then will be paired up accordingly.
Main Competition (Elimination Rounds)
Tandem rounds are based on two (2) runs in Head-to-Head format, with competitors paired up based on their rank determined by qualifying. The higher ranked driver always leads the first run.
Elimination rounds are based on a standard 32-position, single elimination bracket. A consolation round will be held with the losers of the Final Four round competing for third place.
JUDGING
Drifting is a driving technique in which the driver takes the line that is decided upon by the judges of the event. Generally this line is one that provides the highest speed and angle the car is capable of handling.
Fundamentals of Judging
The criteria for judging are as follows:
• LINE
• ANGLE
• SPEED
• OVERALL IMPACT

LINE:
The drift line is defined as the ideal path a vehicle must take on course and is marked by inner clipping points, outer clipping points, and transition zones. Inner Clipping Point are reference points on the course where the vehicles front bumper should come as close as possible to the reference point. Outer Clipping Points are reference points are scored by determining how close the corner of the vehicle’s rear bumper comes to the point. Transition Zones are areas on track where the direction of the line changes and vehicles must change the direction of their drift. Scoring will be based on the execution of the transition. The drift line will be given during the drivers’ meeting.
ANGLE:
The maximum angle at which a driver can maintain and control of their vehicle.
SPEED:
Vehicle speed is measured from start to finish. Top speed is measured at a location designated by the judges. Two distinct speed zones may also be designated.
OVERALL IMPACT (Style):
This is all of the above elements combines. This is the factor that differentiates the drivers character, style and identity. A driver’s entry speed and initiation usually sets the tone of the entire run.
SCORING
Qualifying Scoring
Qualifying is based on a 100 point scale with points deducted for deviations from the perfect line, lower angles, lower speeds, and reduced Overall Impact.
Spinouts: Anytime a driver spins out or experiences major understeer during a run, a 0 score will be awarded.
Off Course: Unless otherwise specified during the judging meetings, if at any time 3 tires or more are off course during a run, the driver will be given a score of “0”.
Clipping Zones: All clipping points, either inner or outer, will be marked visibly by cones or other similar marking. Anytime an “Inner Clipping Cone” is hit, the vehicle will be considered to be off course, and points will either be deducted, or the driver will be scored a 0, depending on the severity of the hit. Hitting an “Outer Clipping Cone” with anything other than the driver’s rear bumper will be equivalent to 3 tires off course and will be scored a 0. (ie. hitting the cone with the rear tire, door, etc.)
Slight contact with a wall or cone in the “Outer Clipping Zone” will not result in a point deduction if the hit does not disturb or affect the course of the drivers run. This means no major corrections were needed after the hit and the driver was still able to maintain good line, speed, and angle. If the hit occurs at any other point on track other than the marked “Outer Clipping Zones” points may be deducted. If a spin or major under steer results from contact with an “Outer Clipping Zone” an automatic score of 0 will be given.
Tandem Scoring

3 Judges will observe both runs during a head to head battle. There will be no declaration of scores between the two runs. At the conclusion of the head to head battle each judge will individually declare a winner. Judges will select from three options:
• Driver “A” wins,
• Driver “B” wins, or
• “Tie”
The majority will rule and a winner will be decided. In the event there is no clear majority, a “One More Time” will be granted, and the competitors will begin another 2-run head-to-head battle. Multiple “One-More-Times” may be necessary to determine a winner.

6.
Will there be ATM’s available?

There will be ATM’s at both the Long Beach Convention Center and also at the Event Venue for your convenience.

7.
What is the Prize Purse?

The drivers will be competing for the largest prize purse in drifting history. The World Champion will receive $25,000, 2nd Place will receive $15,000, and 3rd Place will receive $10,000.

8.
What are the Ticket Box Office and Will Call Hours?

Friday, Nov. 14: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Saturday, Nov. 15: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, Nov. 16: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Brian · 11-03-2008, 11:51 AM

How has the response been to the SPEED coverage so far?
Good ratings?
Positive feedback?

GOOD stuff???

Formula D · 11-03-2008, 12:40 PM

Quote:

How has the response been to the SPEED coverage so far?

Amazing so far. Speed loves the show and it is doing very well

Bebop · 11-03-2008, 12:49 PM

hey

Wheres my privateers at showing up for

Tommy Suell, you coming out?

Jeff Jones repping for the brotarys?

there's no one else on the confirmed list who is coming that I ever heard of.

Drag racers only???lol

gigglesnirt · 11-03-2008, 01:18 PM

So I'm a little confused on how the seating is working out, I and 4 other people were just going to show up and buy our tickets there but is that not going to work since it's reserved?

11-03-2008, 11:40 AM	#196
INFO Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 4,964	1.What is the event about? Formula DRIFT, North America’s premier drifting Sanctioning Body, has partnered with Red Bull Energy Drink, the world’s leading energy drink, to create one of the world’s most anticipated drifting events ever – the Red Bull Drifting World Championship. The event, which will feature 32 of the world’s best drifters, will be held in the Port of Long Beach, Calif., on Saturday & Sunday, November 15-16, 2008. The Red Bull Drifting World Championship will bring the best drifting drivers in the world together to compete in a single historic event. Drivers from the United States, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Norway, France, Netherlands, Sweden, Ireland, UK and Canada will participate, but only one will claim the title of Red Bull Drifting World Champion. Current and past champions from the world’s top professional drifting series will receive an exclusive invitation to showcase their skills and compete for the largest drifting prize purse ever offered. The purpose-built course will include unprecedented features that will test the limits of the drivers and their cars such as a long straight away to ensure triple-digit entry speeds, a big, sweeping first turn for high-speed drifting and multiple, technically challenging turns. Trackside viewing areas will allow spectators to get up close and personal with the competition. 2. Where is Ticketing, Will Call and Shuttle pick up? Event Headquarters will be at the Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802. 3. Where do we park? Parking is available at the Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802 or any Long Beach area parking lots. 4. How do I purchase tickets and how much are they? Tickets can be purchased at https://redbullformuladrift.tix.com/...p?Event=161460 Pre-Sale Online 2-Day Reserved Seating: $35.00 “Most Cost Effective Ticket Reserved Ticket” 2-Day VIP (includes Parking, Meals, and Beverages): $150.00 Sale Prices at Event Sunday only GA: $30.00 – Not guaranteed. Will only go on-sale if Reserved Seating is full 2-day General Admission: $45.00 – Not guaranteed. Will only go on-sale if Reserved Seating is full Sunday Only Reserved: $40.00 2-Day Reserved: $50.00 2-Day VIP $200.00 5. How is the competition run and judged? General 32 drivers will compete in single elimination head-to-head battles and win their way through a standard 32-Driver bracket. Practice Several open practices will be scheduled during the event. Practice runs may be in the format of either single or multiple car runs. Qualifying Competitors will make 2 solo qualifying runs and scores will determine their ranking in the top-32 bracket. Qualifying order will be established by drawing positions and then will be paired up accordingly. Main Competition (Elimination Rounds) Tandem rounds are based on two (2) runs in Head-to-Head format, with competitors paired up based on their rank determined by qualifying. The higher ranked driver always leads the first run. Elimination rounds are based on a standard 32-position, single elimination bracket. A consolation round will be held with the losers of the Final Four round competing for third place. JUDGING Drifting is a driving technique in which the driver takes the line that is decided upon by the judges of the event. Generally this line is one that provides the highest speed and angle the car is capable of handling. Fundamentals of Judging The criteria for judging are as follows: • LINE • ANGLE • SPEED • OVERALL IMPACT LINE: The drift line is defined as the ideal path a vehicle must take on course and is marked by inner clipping points, outer clipping points, and transition zones. Inner Clipping Point are reference points on the course where the vehicles front bumper should come as close as possible to the reference point. Outer Clipping Points are reference points are scored by determining how close the corner of the vehicle’s rear bumper comes to the point. Transition Zones are areas on track where the direction of the line changes and vehicles must change the direction of their drift. Scoring will be based on the execution of the transition. The drift line will be given during the drivers’ meeting. ANGLE: The maximum angle at which a driver can maintain and control of their vehicle. SPEED: Vehicle speed is measured from start to finish. Top speed is measured at a location designated by the judges. Two distinct speed zones may also be designated. OVERALL IMPACT (Style): This is all of the above elements combines. This is the factor that differentiates the drivers character, style and identity. A driver’s entry speed and initiation usually sets the tone of the entire run. SCORING Qualifying Scoring Qualifying is based on a 100 point scale with points deducted for deviations from the perfect line, lower angles, lower speeds, and reduced Overall Impact. Spinouts: Anytime a driver spins out or experiences major understeer during a run, a 0 score will be awarded. Off Course: Unless otherwise specified during the judging meetings, if at any time 3 tires or more are off course during a run, the driver will be given a score of “0”. Clipping Zones: All clipping points, either inner or outer, will be marked visibly by cones or other similar marking. Anytime an “Inner Clipping Cone” is hit, the vehicle will be considered to be off course, and points will either be deducted, or the driver will be scored a 0, depending on the severity of the hit. Hitting an “Outer Clipping Cone” with anything other than the driver’s rear bumper will be equivalent to 3 tires off course and will be scored a 0. (ie. hitting the cone with the rear tire, door, etc.) Slight contact with a wall or cone in the “Outer Clipping Zone” will not result in a point deduction if the hit does not disturb or affect the course of the drivers run. This means no major corrections were needed after the hit and the driver was still able to maintain good line, speed, and angle. If the hit occurs at any other point on track other than the marked “Outer Clipping Zones” points may be deducted. If a spin or major under steer results from contact with an “Outer Clipping Zone” an automatic score of 0 will be given. Tandem Scoring 3 Judges will observe both runs during a head to head battle. There will be no declaration of scores between the two runs. At the conclusion of the head to head battle each judge will individually declare a winner. Judges will select from three options: • Driver “A” wins, • Driver “B” wins, or • “Tie” The majority will rule and a winner will be decided. In the event there is no clear majority, a “One More Time” will be granted, and the competitors will begin another 2-run head-to-head battle. Multiple “One-More-Times” may be necessary to determine a winner. 6. Will there be ATM’s available? There will be ATM’s at both the Long Beach Convention Center and also at the Event Venue for your convenience. 7. What is the Prize Purse? The drivers will be competing for the largest prize purse in drifting history. The World Champion will receive $25,000, 2nd Place will receive $15,000, and 3rd Place will receive $10,000. 8. What are the Ticket Box Office and Will Call Hours? Friday, Nov. 14: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM Saturday, Nov. 15: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sunday, Nov. 16: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM __________________ DRIFTING.com @ FACEBOOK DRIFTING.com @ FACEBOOK DRIFTING.com @ TWITTER DRIFTING.com TWITTER DRIFTING.com STORE DRIFTING.com Tel.(877) 786-7694 The BEST WAY to reach DRIFTING.com is by calling between 11AM-5PM (PACIFIC STANDARD TIME) If you are on the EAST COAST then call at 2PM. If you reach our voicemail then CALL BACK AGAIN between 11AM-5PM (PACIFIC STANDARD TIME)

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10-31-2008, 01:59 PM	#176
Brian Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 1,302	ohhh....god. Bulger? Tony ANngelo would have been a 300% better choice, but as the weird kids today say, "it is what it is"

10-31-2008, 02:07 PM	#177
Bebop Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: 951 Posts: 2,484	Tony Angelo needs to lower his car

10-31-2008, 02:12 PM	#178
Brian Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 1,302	give us more juicy gossip, Formula D. We want to hear it. USA craves it.

10-31-2008, 02:17 PM	#179
Bebop Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: 951 Posts: 2,484	Techtrix jockin 07 sema JTP

10-31-2008, 02:23 PM	#180
Slapshotnerd Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 1,919	too many irishmen in long beach at once... I hope the bars have a back-stock of Guiness ready! Bolger + O'Sullivan + Deane (wait! deane's only 16, he don't count... but I'm sure his brothers are coming) + Buttsy + Dan Joyce + entourage = way too many Irish in 1 city at 1 time for the local bar population to sustain

10-31-2008, 05:15 PM	#184
Formula D Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 518	haha, well sounds like he will fit right in.

11-01-2008, 07:59 AM	#185
Buttsy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 38	On the roof of Bolgers car is a massive Irish Flag! We seem to be everywhere! Looking forward to seeing all you guys

11-01-2008, 07:49 PM	#186
ontrack Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 70	Seem a bit odd doesn't it? A country so small that has such a HUGE impact on world populations! Yes WE are everywhere! I'm excited to see so many drivers from other countries participating in this event. It's a real testament to their dedication. This should be greaT! PROUD AMERICAN of IRISH Decent.

11-01-2008, 09:12 PM	#188
ontrack Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 70	I'LL SHOW YOU AN ASSHOLE ATTITUDE YA LITTLE........@#%!&$$!!!!!! See ya there fukkerrr! You'd best watch your CensoredCensoredCensored!! HAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!!

11-03-2008, 10:59 AM	#190
Brian Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 1,302	Will SPEED play the current episode of Formula D on the jumbo screen at the red bull event? Please discuss...

11-03-2008, 11:04 AM	#191
Formula D Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 518	No, the jumbo is only for showing the live event, but we will have clips from the show on the screen, yes. http://www.formulad.com/blog/?p=754

11-03-2008, 11:06 AM	#192
Brian Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 1,302	That's hot. When is the "pro am" deal? Is that Thursday-Friday stuff or what?

11-03-2008, 11:16 AM	#193
Formula D Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 518	All the event info can be found on the RB page of our site: http://www.formulad.com/redbull/drif...-championship/

11-03-2008, 11:19 AM	#194
Brian Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 1,302	Very good. It seems that FD is on top of things. years ago, you guys started basically with nothing. Then you started getting street courses. Now you have a world championship. Where do you see it 3 years from now? Jeez, I think I interviewed you guys with that same stuff a couple years ago...

11-03-2008, 11:51 AM	#197
Brian Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 1,302	How has the response been to the SPEED coverage so far? Good ratings? Positive feedback? GOOD stuff???

11-03-2008, 12:49 PM	#199
Bebop Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: 951 Posts: 2,484	hey Wheres my privateers at showing up for Tommy Suell, you coming out? Jeff Jones repping for the brotarys? there's no one else on the confirmed list who is coming that I ever heard of. Drag racers only???lol

11-03-2008, 01:18 PM	#200
gigglesnirt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 385	So I'm a little confused on how the seating is working out, I and 4 other people were just going to show up and buy our tickets there but is that not going to work since it's reserved?