The Red Bull Day in the Dirt started as one-day opportunity for fun riding camraderie among friends in the motorcycle and Hollywood stunt industries has turned into a bucket-list event and a Thanksgiving weekend tradition. The 19th running of the Red Bull is set to invade Glen Helen Raceway in San Bernardino, California, November 25-26-27.
The 2017 Red Bull Day in the Dirt schedule packs a lot of racing into three days at Glen Helen Raceway. A host of special events includes the So Cal Reunion Race for the region’s old-school MX regulars on Friday, as well as the Friday Night Drag Races. Saturday features vintage-, two-stroke- and women’s-specific GP events as well as the Stunt Grand Prix Team Race. Sunday’s feature events include the Moto-a-GoGo GP Team Race and the Coup De Grace GP Survival Race.
2017 Red Bull Day in the Dirt Schedule
Friday
Happy Hour Practice Session–9a.m.-12 p.m.
$25 for a sticker for your number plate that gets you on the track. No sticker, no go. Proceeds from the practice session benefits the Steve McQueen Fund for Boys Republic, where he spent time in his youth. For race participants only.
So Cal Reunion Race– 12:30 pm.; 30-minute GP
For everyone who has ever spent time racing at Saddleback, Carlsbad or Indian Dunes here’s your chance to get back on the track with your old buddies or your old rivals.
Friday Night Drag Races presented by 805 Beer
Saturday
Vintage Grand Prix– 8 a.m.; 30-minute GP
Classes: Vintage (Pre ’75), Evolution (Drum brake machines), and Revolution (1984 -1990 bikes). Categories: Beg. Nov. Int. Exp/Pro
FMF 2 Stroke Revival Race–8:30 a.m.; 30-minute GP
125cc, 250cc, or that 500cc, this will be the perfect time for you to get on it.
Classes are: age 29 & under, 30–49, and 50 & over.
Categories: Beg. Nov. Int. Exp. Pro
Mini Beginner Race, TT Track–8:30 a.m.; 20 minutes
The race is for the young ones who are first time racers and true beginners on 50cc/65cc/odd size bikes.
8:30AM – 20 minutes
Mini Grand Prix–9 a.m.; 30 minutes
Races on the Grand Prix course. 65cc Nov. Int.& Exp. Only: 85cc/150R Beg. Nov. Int. & Exp.
Women’s Grand Prix–9 a.m.; 30 minutes
The women’s race will run with the 85 Mini GP. Women may ride any size bike.
Classes are: age 29 & under and 30 & over.
Categories: Beg. Nov. Int. Exp. Pro.
Stunt Grand Prix Team Race, aka “The Old Switcheroo”–9:30 a.m.; 75-minute team event
Team classes are: Stuntmen, Stunt 40+, Stunt 50+, Film Industry, Man/Woman, Father/Son, Special Guests, Special Guest Pro
Regulations: Stunt classes for SAG stuntmen only. Film Industry team members work in the entertainment/film industry in any capacity. Team members may share a bike or ride their own. Every lap riders will swap wristbands in the transition area. Both team members must fill out an entry form. Check in at least 2 hours before the event. This race will sell out, enter early.
Mini Race, TT Track–10:30 a.m.; 20 minutes
Mini race for: Nov. Int. and Exp. only: for 50cc, 65cc and odd size bikes.
Beginner/Novice Grand Prix–11 a.m.; 30 minutes
Classes: 250 & 450 bikes.
Categories: Beg. & Nov.
Adult Mini Races, TT Track–11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Race day entries only. Hosted by Bob Tocco and Michael Bierman.
Bossa Nova Grand Prix, Three-Man Team Race–12 p.m.; 40 minutes
Classes are: Fast Guys (Int./ Exp./Pro), Moto Industry, Movie Industry.
Three man teams. Classes are: Fast Guys(Int. Exp. Pro.), Moto Industry, Movie Industry. Scored Motocross des Nations style. Find two buddies, create a team, and do the Bossa Nova.
Regulations: All three team members will be on the track at the same time. Lowest combined scores will determine place winners. All team members must fill out an entry form. Check in at least 2 hours before the event. This race will sell out, enter early.
Vet Classic Grand Prix–1 p.m.; 40 minutes
Classes are: Jr. Vet (ages 25 – 29) & Vet (30 & over).
Categories: Beg. Nov. Int. Exp. &Pro.
Pro/Am Grand Prix–1L45 p.m.; 40 minutes
Event is for Intermediate, Expert and Pro racers only.
Classes are: 250 & 450.
Hell on Wheels Scrambles, TT Track–3 p.m-6 p.m.
It’s run what ya brung and there is a class for every bike. Finals held under the lights.
Mini’s, Womens, Vintage, Open Twins, Bomber and Modern.
Sunday
Mini Grand Prix–8 a.m.; 30 minutes
Races on the Grand Prix course. 65cc Nov. Int. & Exp. only. 85cc/150R Beg. Nov. Int. & Exp.
Women’s Grand Prix–8 a.m.; 30 minutes
The women’s race will run with the 85 Mini GP. Women ride any size bike.
Classes are: age 29 & under and 30 & over.
Categories: Beg. Nov. Int. Exp. Pro.
Mini Beginner Race, TT Track; 8 a.m.; 20 minutes
This race is for the young ones who are first time racers and true beginners on 50cc/65cc/odd size bikes. First timers and Beginners only.
Senior Vet Grand Prix–8:30 a.m.; 30-minute GP
Classes are Ages 40 – 44, 45 – 49, 50 – 59, 60 & over.
Categories: Beg. Nov. Int. Exp. Pro.
Pro/Am Grand Prix–9 a.m.; 30-minute GP
Classes are: 250 & 450. This event is for Intermediate , Expert, and Pro racers only.
Beginner/Novice Grand Prix–9:30 a.m.; 30-minute GP
Classes are: 250 & 450 bikes.
Categories: Beg. & Nov.
Mini Race, TT Track–9:30 a.m.; 20 minutes
Mini Race for 85cc & 150R Bikes. Ages 14 & Under Beg/Nov/Int/Exp
Moto-a-GoGo GP Team Race; 10:30 a.m.; 75-minute team event
Classes are: Moto, Moto Pros, Extreme Sports Athletes, DITD Sponsors, Stunt/Film, Father/Son.
Regulations: Team members may share a bike or ride their own. Every lap riders will swap wristbands in the transition area.
Both team members must fill out an entry form. Check in at least 2 hours before the event. This race will sell out, enter early.
Coup De Grace GP Survival Race; 12:30 p.m.; Race is over when the checkered flag flies
Webster defines “coup de grace – koo-de-gra” as: 1. A death blow administered to end the suffering of one morally wounded. 2. A decisive finishing event.) Endure and persevere victory is crossing the finish line!
Regulations: YOU MUST USE A STOCK TANK, NO QUICK FILLS. To enter you must have participated in one of this year’s Red Bull Day in the Dirt 2016 races.
The Ironman
To become an Ironman you must compete in and FINISH five (5) events: the Vintage GP or the 2 Stroke GP, the Stunt GP, the Moto-A-Gogo GP, the Coup de Grace, and one other race of your choice. You can compete in the 2 Stroke GP if you don’t have a vintage bike. Sign up and pay for your five races and check the Ironman box. You will receive complimentary VIP Privileges, and a three-day gate entry.
Ironman packages are limited.
Schedule subject to change. For more information, check out the Day in the Dirt 19 website.