Press Release | December 2, 2020
A Day In The Dirt Invades Glen Helen
Many turned out for some much-needed fun at the Red Bull Day In The Dirt at Glen Helen.
Photos by BrownDog Wilson
Updated December 2, 2020:
The 23rd Red Bull Day in the Dirt descended upon Glen Helen Raceway over the Thanksgiving holiday, November 27-29, and as usual, the facility was packed with racers, families and motorcycle-racing fans in general.
RJ Wageman capped off the weekend with the win in the Coup De Grace Survival Race.
Gates opened Friday for the Happy Hour Practice Session. A $25 fee was collected for those who wanted to participate, with all proceeds benefitting the Steve McQueen Fund for Boys Republic. Two races were held that day, including the So Cal Reunion Race and the XR100 World Championship.
Race founder Kenny Alexander hands out the Coup De Grace trophy that everyone wants in their trophy cabinet.
The vintage class is always a fan favorite.
Racing began in earnest on Saturday morning with the Vintage Grand Prix, and concluded seeming a hundred races later with the event’s premier event, the Coup De Grace Survival Race on Sunday afternoon. RJ Wageman came away with the win.
Tyler Bereman talks about how he’s going to do one of Glen Helen’s jumps.
Update Oct 14, 2020:
Red Bull Day in the Dirt is scheduled for November 27-29, 2020 at Glen Helen Raceway.
What started as a one day event in 1998 has turned into what some people call the “MX Woodstock.” It’s a gathering of family and friends and what they love most – dirt bikes. It not only attracts some of the fastest racers in the world and the who’s who of the moto industry, but also riders from the Hollywood stunt community and moto fanatics worldwide.
2020 Red Bull Day in the Dirt Schedule
Happy Hour Practice Session
This is your chance to get the track wired. You pay a sum of $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.
9:00 AM – So Cal Reunion
9:20 AM – 65, 85, 150R, Odd Size and Women
9:45 AM – Vintage Bikes
10:10 AM – 12:15 PM – Open Practice
Happy Hour Practice Session
This is your chance to get the track wired. You pay a sum of $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.
9:00 AM – So Cal Reunion
9:20 AM – 65, 85, 150R, Odd Size and Women
9:45 AM – Vintage Bikes
10:10 AM – 12:15 PM – Open Practice
So Cal Reunion Race
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.
12:30PM – 30 Minutes
Mini Practice
1:00PM – 30 Minutes
Open Practice
1:30 PM – 30 Minutes
XR100 World Championships Presented by 805 Beer
Classes: Stock, Mod, Stuntman Daredevil and Clydesdale (225 lbs and over).
Enter at the 805 Hospitality Area at the event
LATE AFTERNOON
Vintage Grand Prix
This race kicks the weekend off old school style.
Classes: Vintage (Pre ’75), Evolution (Drum brake machines), and Revolution (1984 -1990 bikes).
Categories: Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Expert/Pro
8:00 AM – 30 Minutes
2-Stroke and Still Smokin’ Race
For anyone with a 125cc, 250cc, or that 500cc, this will be the perfect time for you to get on it.
Classes: age 29 & under, 30–49, and 50 & over.
Categories: Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Expert/Pro
**This race will sell out, enter early.**
8:30 AM – 30 Minutes
Mini Grand Prix
Mini GP: 65cc, 85cc, 150R, & Odd Nov/Int/Exp only
9:00 AM – 30 Minutes
Women’s Grand Prix
The women’s race will run with the 85 Mini GP. Women ride any size bike.
Classes: age 29 & under and 30 & over.
Categories: Beg. Nov. Int. Exp. Pro.
9:00 AM – 30 Minutes
Stunt Grand Prix Team Race aka “The Old Switcheroo”
Team Classes: 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.**
9:30 AM – 75 Minutes
Beginner Mini Race – TT Track
The perfect place for your kid to get started, this race is for the young ones who are first time racers and true beginners.
Classes: 50s, 65s, Odd Size Bikes
10:00 AM – 20 Minutes
Mini Race – TT Track
Classes: 50s, 65s, and Odd Size Bikes
Categories: Novice, Intermediate and Expert Only
10:30 AM – 20 Minutes
Beginner/Novice Grand Prix
Classes: 250 & 450 bikes
Categories: Beginner & Novice
11:00 AM – 30 Minutes
Adult Mini Racing by I-5 – TT Track
On-site race-day registration.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Bossa Nova Grand Prix 3-Man Team Race
Classes: Fast Guys (Int./ Exp./Pro), Moto Industry, Movie Industry.
Three man teams. Scored Motocross des Nations style. Find two buddies, create a team, and do the Bossa Nova.
Regulations: All 3 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.**
12:00 PM – 40 minutes
Vet Classic Grand Prix
Classes: Jr. Vet (ages 25 – 29) & Vet (30 & over).
Categories: Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Expert/Pro
1:00 PM – 40 Minutes
Pro/AM Grand Prix
YOU BETTER BE FAST!
This event is for Intermediate, Expert and Pro racers only.
Classes: 250 & 450.
1:45 PM – 40 Minutes
Hell on Wheels Scrambles
TT Track
It’s run what ya brung and there is a class for every bike!
Classes: Mini’s, Womens, Vintage, Open Twins, Bomber and Modern.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Click here to enter Hell on Wheels Races
Mini Grand Prix
Mini GP: 65cc, 85cc, 150R, & Odd Nov/Int/Exp only
8:00 AM – 30 Minutes
Women’s Grand Prix
The women’s race will run with the 85 Mini GP. Women ride any size bike.
Classes: age 29 & under and 30 & over.
Categories: Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Expert/Pro
8:00 AM – 30 Minutes
Senior Vets
Classes: Ages 40 – 44, 45 – 49, 50 – 59, 60 & over.
Categories: Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Expert/Pro
8:30 AM – 30 Minutes
Mini Grand Prix – TT Track
50s, 65s, Odd Size Bikes; Nov/Int/Exp only
9:00 AM
Intermediate/Expert/Pro Grand Prix
You better be fast!
Classes: 250 & 450.
Categories: Intermediate , Expert, and Pro racers only.
9:00 AM – 30 minutes
Beginner/Novice Grand Prix
Classes: 250 & 450 bikes.
Categories: Beginner & Novice
9:30 AM – 30 minutes
Mini Races – TT Track
Classes: 85cc & 150R Bikes
Categories: Ages 14 & under; Beg/Nov/Int/Exp
9:30 AM
Beginner Mini Grand Prix – TT Track
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.
10:00 AM – 20 Minutes
Moto-A-GoGo Team Race
Classes: Moto, Moto Pros, Extreme Sports Athletes, 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.**10:30 AM – 75 Minute Team Event
Coup De Grace Survival Race
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 completed one of this year’s Red Bull Day in the Dirt races.
12:30 PM – Race is over when the checkered flag flies
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.
Note: You can compete in the 2 Stroke GP if you don’t have a vintage bike. If you want to go for it, just 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.**
Registration is now open.
For more information, visit www.dayinthedirt.com
