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Location(s): Richmond, VA
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Stock Car Ride Along

Experience real life racing thrills by riding shotgun in a Sprint Cup style stock car driven by a professional instructor.
  • 4 or 8 lap options, 500 horse power stock cars, top speeds exceeding 125 mph
  • All cars have raced in competition, one even sat front row at The Daytona 500!
  • Racing suits & helmets included
  • Real cars, real track, real fast
  • Choose our side by side option and race a friend!
  • To Actually Drive The Car Yourself, Click Here!
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Description:
Experience real life racing thrills by riding in the passenger seat of a Sprint cup style stock car driven by a professional instructor.

It's time to strap on your helmet and buckle up for your high-speed adventure on one of the nation's most exciting Speedways.

Your expert instructor will take you on the ride of your life as you hit real racing speeds!

Side by Side Option
Bring a friend for twice the fun! With our side by side option, you and your companion will climb into separate cars and race next to each other around the track. With an expert instructor at the wheel you will be door-to-door going down the straight-aways and nose to tail weaving between each other in the corners. You'll feel like you are in a real race!

You're in for the ride of your life, so hang on tight!

Availability:
Select Dates - March through August
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AM times are typically 8:00, 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00.
PM times are typically 12:00, 1:00, 2:00 or 3:00.

Location(s):
Richmond, VA

Essential Information:
All passengers must be at least 10 years old and weigh at least 100 pounds.Individuals must be able to fit through a standard size car window in order to enter the vehicle. This may be difficult for those who weigh more than 300 pounds, are taller than 6'7", or have a waist size greater than 50".

We recommend bringing snacks and drinks to enjoy while at the track. Some seating is provided, however, we recommend bringing lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators.

Duration:
4 or 8 Laps for standard ride along 5 Laps for side by side ride along Approximately 2 - 3 hours at the track

Maximum Participants:
1 per car.

Spectators:
Allowed.

Weather Dependent:
This experience is weather dependent; however the experience may run in the rain. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions. Should your experience be canceled due to weather, the provider will reschedule your experience at no cost.

What to Wear:
Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers; no open toed shoes. A driving suit and helmet will be provided to all drivers.

Booking Information:
For this experience, it is recommended to request bookings at least 3-4 weeks in advance.

Cancellation Policy:
Prior to scheduling/booking a date for this experience, Cloud 9's standard return and exchange policy shall apply. Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, no returns or exchanges are allowed. Outside of thirty (30) days of your scheduled class date, if you need to reschedule for any reason you will be required to pay a $50 processing fee. Inside of thirty (30) days of your scheduled class date, if you need to reschedule for any reason the fee will be 50% of your class tuition. No cancellations or rescheduling allowed within 7 days of the event for any reason. Substitutions of an otherwise qualified driver to avoid these penalties are permitted.

Experience ID:
DRI-WAS-0021

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Customer Comments (View All)
Terry Humble Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond
Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond

Home Town:
Chino Hills, CA

Ride Along in a Nascar series stock car at over 150 mph. My son in one car and I in another. Great Father's Day gift from my wife. The ride was awesome!
Terry Humble
Mark Howell Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond
Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond

Home Town:
Terre Haute, IN

I was looking forward to the Ride Along, but when I got there and heard the cars I really got excited! It was amazing!
Mark Howell
Ernest Rogers Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond
Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond

Home Town:
Burlingame, CA

One of the greatest and most thrilling experiences of my life!
Ernest Rogers
Woody Britton Phoenix International Raceway Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond
Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond

Location:
Phoenix International Raceway

It was an excellent ride, the sounds, movements and even the fumes brought the race experience to life. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a sample of the race experience. Thanks for the fun!
Woody Britton
Adrienne Parson Richmond, VA Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond
Stock Car Ride Along - Richmond

Location:
Richmond, VA

I purchased the stock car ride along for my boyfriend as a Valentines gift! He loved it! He's a huge Nascar fan and I was able to finally get him something he didn't have or had never done! Next on the list I will have to get him driving one by himself!
Adrienne Parson
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Terry Humble
From Chino Hills, CA

Ride Along in a Nascar series stock car at over 150 mph. My son in one car and I in another. Great Father's Day gift from my wife. The ride was awesome!

Yajahira Von Borstel
From Los Angeles, CA

I went on my 1st Stock Car Ride Along yesterday and let me tell you it was amazing! The experience from beginning to end was fun and exciting. The staff was friendly. I will definitely come back and book more Cloud 9 experiences. I can't wait!

Mark Howell
From Terre Haute, IN

I was looking forward to the Ride Along, but when I got there and heard the cars I really got excited! It was amazing!

Ernest Rogers
From Burlingame, CA

One of the greatest and most thrilling experiences of my life!

Woody Britton

It was an excellent ride, the sounds, movements and even the fumes brought the race experience to life. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a sample of the race experience. Thanks for the fun!

Adrienne Parson

I purchased the stock car ride along for my boyfriend as a Valentines gift! He loved it! He's a huge Nascar fan and I was able to finally get him something he didn't have or had never done! Next on the list I will have to get him driving one by himself!

Doug Davidson

The experience at Richmond International Speedway was absolutely wonderful. It was exciting and will be something I never forget. The staff and all associated were polite and catered to our every need. Thank you all very much.

jack & donna rains
From LEESBURG VA

GREAT TIME IN SIDE BY SIDE RACE, THANKS TO CLOUD 9 FOR EASY BOOKING AND RESERVING, LOVE THE WAY PROCESS WORKS AND GREAT TIME ON TRACK.

Jason Brown

I bought my Father a Cloud 9 Stock Car ride along as his 60th Birthday present. Thinking the experience would be exciting and something he would remember forever. Once I purchased it for him my fiance bought me the same experience and we both were able to share the extreme experience together. We've been Nascar fans my entire life and the crew who ran the ride along program at Richmond International Raceway were very informative and cooperative as we arrived an hour prior to our scheduled time not sure how long the sign up process' would take and we were extremely satisfied at how courteous and knowledgeable the staff were. We plan on doing it again next year, this time we are going to experience it as DRIVERS!! Thank you so much for having the 'cloud 9' option of never forgettable experiences, I've recommended this to all my friends and family! Continued User, Jason Brown/Richard Brown

  1. How old do I have to be?
    Passengers for Ride-Alongs must be 10 yrs. old or older. If the participant is under 18, the parent or guardian must be present for the experience.
  2. Do you offer photography or video of my experience?
    Yes, our provider offers in-car videos and professional digital photography to remember your day at the racetrack.
    DVDs for Ride Alongs cost $29.
  3. What types of cars are available?
    NASCAR NEXTEL Cup cars including Chevrolet Monte Carlos, Pontiac Grand Prix, Dodge Charger, & Ford Taurus. Two Open-Wheel NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour cars round out your selection.
  4. Are there other requirements?
    Yes. Participants must be between 5' and 6'7" tall, weigh at least 100 pounds and have a waist size no bigger than 50 inches. The doors on the cars do not open, so the participant must be able to fit into a standard size car window (15" high x 30" wide and 36" off the ground). If you're near the limits of the size requirements, please call prior to purchasing. There will be no refund due to a student's inability to fit in a race car.
  5. What if it rains?
    In the event your session is canceled due to weather conditions, you will be provided a rain check good for one year from your original booked date to complete your program. Refunds will not be offered.
  6. Do I need to bring anything?
    No, everything is provided for you. You should dress comfortably with a T-shirt that will fit under the driving suit, and sneakers (NO BOOTS). Friends and family, cameras and video cameras are encouraged.
  7. What is the cancellation policy?
    Prior to scheduling/booking a date for this experience, Cloud 9's standard return and exchange policy shall apply. Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, no returns or exchanges are allowed. Outside of thirty (30) days of your scheduled class date, if you need to reschedule for any reason you will be required to pay a $50 processing fee.  Inside of thirty (30) days of your scheduled class date, if you need to reschedule for any reason the fee will be 50% of your class tuition.  No cancellations or rescheduling allowed within 7 days of the event for any reason.  Substitutions of an otherwise qualified driver to avoid these penalties are permitted.