About this Experience

Prepare for the thrill of a lifetime as a professional driver takes you on a Stock Car Ride Along at Richmond International Raceway in a 600 HP NASCAR style stock car!
- Ride in full-size stock cars - the same type of cars you see racing around the track by drivers like Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr.
- Experience 3 or 6 laps of excitement
- Embrace heart-pounding laps of racing with a professional instructor hitting speeds up to 110 MPH
- To actually drive the car yourself, check out our Drive a Stock Car experience!
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It's time to strap on your helmet and buckle up for your high-speed adventure on a real NASCAR Speedway!

Your expert instructor will take you on the ride of your life as you hit real racing speeds up to 160 MPH in a 600 HP Sprint Cup style stock car!

Richmond International Raceway:

Known as America's Premier Short Track, Richmond International Speedway hosts 2 NASCAR doubleheader weekends annually, featuring the Sprint Cup Series and Nationwide Series. This 0.75-mile, D-shaped oval track has 14-degree turns, a 1,290-foot front stretch and an 860-foot back stretch. Check it out for yourself and let the adrenaline rush begin!

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Essential Information
- Participants must be in good overall physical condition, no taller than 6'7" and weigh no more than 300 pounds
- There is no age limit to ride, however for safety reasons it is required that participants are a minimum height of 5'0" and a weigh at least 100 pounds
- Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who must give written consent
- Feel free to bring snacks and drinks to enjoy while you are at the track
Duration
This experience includes 3 or 6 laps, depending on the option selected. Plan to be at the track approximately 2 - 3 hours.

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Maximum Participants
1 per car

Spectators
Friends and family are encouraged to join you and bring a camera to capture your experience! Limited seating is provided, it is recommended to bring lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators.

Weather Dependent
This experience is weather dependent, but may run in the rain. In the event the experience is cancelled due to inclement weather, you may either reschedule for another available date directly with the experience provider, or they will issue you a gift card that you can use to reschedule at your convenience. A refund will not be issued due to rainouts. Always contact the experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.

What To Wear
Comfortable, casual clothing depending on the time of year. Closed toed shoes are required (tennis shoes are recommended). Sandals, flip-flops and heels are not permitted.

Rescheduling & Cancellations
Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation all bookings are final. No refunds or exchanges are allowed once you have scheduled a date. If you need to reschedule, you have up until 30 days prior to your reservation to make changes for a $50 administrative fee. Once you are within 30 days of the event, you are then locked in to that date and time and no changes can be made.
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1. What is the age requirement?
  There is no age limit to ride, however for safety reasons a minimum height of 5'0" and a weight of 100 pounds is required. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who must give written consent.
2. Are there any physical requirements or restrictions?
  Participants must be in good physical condition, be between 5' - 6'7" tall, weigh between 100 - 280 lbs and able to climb through a 15'' x 30'' window, that sits 36'' off the ground (with minimal assistance).
3. Do I need a driver's license?
  No, a driver's license is not required for the ride along. However, please have a valid photo ID handy for registration purposes at the track on the day of your experience.
4. What kind of cars will I be riding in?
  Real Sprint Cup style race cars driven by the likes of Jeff Gordon, Jimmy Johnson, Kevin Harvick, and Dale Jr. and other professional NASCAR drivers.
5. Can I pick the car I ride in?
  No, due to maintaining the track operations schedule, the car for your ride along will be assigned to you based on availability at the time of your ride along. They also match up the best car for you based on your height and weight.
6. How long will this experience take?
  The total experience typically takes no more than 2 hours. However, the exact length of your experience depends on how many other participants are scheduled for the stock car ride along on your particular booked date and time.
7. What is the policy on rain?
  If your experience is canceled due to inclement weather, the racing school will contact you and either immediately reschedule you for another available date, or issue you a gift card that you can use to reschedule at a later date. A refund will not be issued due to rain-outs.
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