WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

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Monterey, CA

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey, California

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca is an 11-turn, 2.238-mile jewel of a road course on California’s beautiful central coast. While the track is a favorite of racers and fans worldwide, many focus on one specific section – officially Turns 8 and 8A – or more commonly known as the Corkscrew.

The Corkscrew is a one-of-a-kind turn in motorsports. Here’s what makes the hard-left, hard-right combination so spectacular:

At the apex to Turn 8 (the lefthander and entry to the Corkscrew), the elevation change is a 12 percent drop. By the time a motorcycle reaches the apex of Turn 8A (the righthander), the elevation is at its steepest – an 18 percent drop. The Corkscrew drops 59 feet from the entrance of Turn 8 to the exit of Turn 8A – the equivalent of a 5½ story drop – in only 450 feet of track length. From Turn 8 to Turn 9, the elevation falls 109 feet, or just over 10 stories.

Event Overview

How about 190 mph Superbikes and some family fun? The MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey is coming July 12-14, 2024. Enjoy practice and qualifying on Friday plus all-day racing Saturday & Sunday. Meet the riders in our open race paddock. Children 12 and under are admitted free with a paying adult. Bring the family for our Kids Zone and FREE carnival games. You also will not want to miss the Wall of Death, Ball of Steel, Freestyle Ramp, Stunt Show, and Bike Show. The weekend includes five classes of road racing: Steel Commander Superbike, Mission King Of The Baggers, Supersport, Stock 1000, and the Mission Super Hooligan National Championship.

Attention race fans. If you have general admission tickets or need to purchase tickets at the event you must enter the track at the South Boundary Road entrance. The entrance off Highway 68 is only for credentials and VIP. If you enter off Highway 68 with general admission tickets, you will not be admitted and re-directed to South boundary Road.

Useful Information

Full name: WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, CA
Nearest cities: Monterey (10 mi), Carmel-By-The-Sea (13.1 mi), San Francisco (118 mi)
Time zone: GMT -7
Nearest Airport: San Jose International Airport, Monterey Regional Airport

Weather:

MotoAmerica visits Laguna Seca Raceway at the beginning of July. The weather is a bit warm and windy. Expect average daily highs of around 78°F and lows of 74°F at this time of year.

The ultimate fan experience is now available at the MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey. The MotoAmerica VIP Superfan Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime mixture of luxury accommodations, gourmet food, incredible racing, and behind-the-scenes activities. The MotoAmerica VIP Superfan Experience will be hosted in the private Turn 3 Paddock Suite, which is located in the heart of the paddock and offers the best views at the racetrack. You will enjoy a relaxing environment filled with refreshments, snacks and lunch on Saturday and Sunday. The premier elevated deck provides a birds-eye view of the riveting action below.

Amenities Include:
• 2-Day+ VIP Superfan Experience (Saturday & Sunday) pass with Friday general admission and 3-day VIP parking pass.
• Climate-controlled VIP suite with live TV feed on Saturday and Sunday.
• MotoAmerica racers and industry representatives’ Meet and Greet.
• Catered (continental breakfast, coffee and iced tea, lunch, snacks, Saturday and Sunday).
• Beer & Wine included.
• MotoAmerica Merchandise Voucher.
• Cardo Fan Lap included.
• Escorted pre-race grid access for King of the Baggers Race (Saturday) and the Steel Commander Superbike Race (Sunday).
• Memorable SuperFan VIP Experience digital magazine provided to all guests.

Single day Saturday and Sunday only packages available.

Rainey's Ride to the Races

If you want the opportunity to spend a day riding motorcycles and hanging out at the racetrack with racers who have won 32 AMA National Championships and eight World Championships, then you should move “Rainey’s Ride To The Races” to the top of your bucket list.

MotoAmerica, North America’s premier motorcycle road racing series, is excited to announce that the fourth annual “Rainey’s Ride To The Races” will again take place on the Monterey Peninsula on July 12 in conjunction with the sixth round of the MotoAmerica Steel Commander Superbike Championship at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. And this year’s ride boasts even more racing legends than the previous year’s.

This year’s ride includes the following legends:

Four-time World Champion Eddie Lawson
Three-time AMA Grand National Champion and 1988 AMA Superbike Champion Bubba Shobert
Seven-time Supercross and Motocross National Champion Rick Johnson
Nine-time AMA Grand National Champion Scott Parker
Three-time AMA Superbike Champion Doug Chandler
1991 AMA Superbike Champion Thomas Stevens
1996 AMA Superbike Champion Miguel Duhamel
Three-time AMA Superbike and 2009 World Superbike Champion Ben Spies

Rainey’s Ride To The Races will be held on Friday, July 12, opening day of the sixth round of the MotoAmerica Championship, and will again benefit the Roadracing World Action Fund, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that promotes motorcycle racing safety with the facilitation of soft barrier systems at racing events.

The 100-mile ride will begin at the Moto Talbott Motorcycle Museum in Carmel Valley, California, and will tour the best parts of the Monterey Peninsula, including in and around the Santa Lucia Mountain ranges, the Salinas Valley foothills, local wineries, and the stunning Steinbeck country. The ride will conclude at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca with two laps around the racetrack, lunch, and a Q&A session at the Turn 3 Paddock Suite with legends Rainey, Lawson, Shobert, Johnson, Parker, Chandler, Stevens, Duhamel, and Spies.

The ride will be limited to 50 riders who purchase the special $700 Premium “Rainey’s Ride To The Races” Ticket, which includes the Q&A session and lunch with the legends in the climate-controlled Turn 3 Paddock Suite on Friday. While a three-day general admission ticket is included in the donation, for an additional $700, “Rainey’s Ride To The Races” ticket purchasers can upgrade to the MotoAmerica Superfan VIP Experience in the Turn 3 Paddock Suite for the entire weekend.

For ticket packages, click the link: Rainey’s Ride to the Races Ticket Packages

Harley-Davidson Factory Race Fan - Ticket Package

Bagger racing is back, and the Harley-Davidson Factory Race Team will leave nothing on the track as they fight to bring the championship title back to Milwaukee in 2024. Experience all the action live with additional H-D exclusive perks when you buy a Harley-Davidson Factory Race Fan – Ticket Package. Don’t miss 2021 Champion Kyle Wyman, new Factory Rider James Rispoli and the Harley-Davidson® Factory Race Team as they push their Road Glide Baggers to the limits.

3-Day Pass: Admission to the entire race weekend, including fan zone and paddock access, along with all the MotoAmerica racing action, including Mission King of the Baggers practice sessions, qualifying, and two thrilling races.

Harley-Davidson Display: Enjoy an exclusive welcome gift and access all our product displays and covered seating area in the H-D activation area for a livestream of the race.

Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Parking: Dedicated parking for Harley-Davidson motorcycles throughout the entire race weekend.

Harley-Davidson Parade Laps: Ride the excitement with the Harley-Davidson parade laps on Saturday or Sunday (Friday or Saturday in Daytona). Strap on your helmet, grab your Harley-Davidson, and join fellow H-D enthusiasts for an unforgettable lap around the track.

1-Day Pass: Single day access and admission including fan zone and paddock access, along with all the MotoAmerica racing action, including Mission King of the Baggers practice sessions, qualifying, and races.

Harley-Davidson Display: Enjoy an exclusive welcome gift and access all our product displays and covered seating area in the H-D activation area for a livestream of the race.

Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Parking: Dedicated parking for Harley-Davidson motorcycles throughout the entire race weekend.

For ticket package, click the link: Harley-Davidson Factory Race Fan – Ticket Package

Ducati Fan Experience Ticket Package

The Ducati Fan Experience Ticket Package includes:

3-Day Pass: Admission to racing, qualifying and practice for the MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey.

Exclusive DUCATI Parking: Parking reserved for DUCATI motorcycles on all three days of the event.

DUCATI Track Walk: Track walk and guided tour.

DUCATI Parade Lap: Grap your DUCATI, a helmet and ride two laps around WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca with fellow Ducatisti.

Hospitality (coffee & refreshments) at Ducati Semi “lounge” (Expresso Bar, Refreshments, Circuit TV feed).

For ticket package, click the link: Ducati Fan Experience Ticket Package

Free Kids Zone

MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey not only provides great racing but also includes FREE entertainment for the entire family as well. Bring the kids and enjoy our Kids Zone with FREE carnival games and activities! Remember, kids under 12 are free with a paying adult.

3-Day Camping

Camping + 190 mph Superbikes = Awesome. Get a camping spot for you and your buddies while they last at the MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey July 12-14, 2024. Check in early and enjoy Friday practice and qualifying plus all-day racing Sat & Sun! RV check-in begins Thursday at 1:00 pm. Camping spots range from tent locations all the way up to reserved RV spaces with power. Meet the riders in our open race paddock! Come for the racing and stay for the weekend. Enjoy a truly unique motorsport experience. The track offers camping at several locations around the circuit. Restrooms and showers are conveniently located to campsites. Camping move-in begins at 1:00 PM on Thursday 7/11 and move-out is Sunday 7/14 at the conclusion of racing. If you would like to camp prior to Thursday or Sunday night and beyond, please reserve through the track at (831) 242-8200.

Cardo Parade Lap

Grab your bike, helmet, and experience what it is like to ride on the racetrack! With the Cardo Parade Lap package you will be able to just that. You will receive a minimum of one lap around the track and additional laps if time and conditions permit. The Cardo Parade Lap will be escorted, and helmets are required. You must be 16 years old or older to participate. Staging for the Cardo Parade Lap will be at the designated motorcycle parking area. Please be ready to go in the staging area 30 minutes prior. Cardo Parade Lap will be available on both Saturday and Sunday. A waiver needs to be completed beforehand.

**THIS IS NOT AN ADMISSION TICKET. Must also purchase general admission ticket**

Dunlop ECSTAR Suzuki 2-Seater Superbike Experience

Take a ride around Laguna Seca Raceway with a professional superbike racer at speeds up to 150 mph! Rides are available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

All proceeds from the Dunlop M4 Suzuki Two-Seat Superbike program are donated to the Roadracing World Action Fund, a 501(c)(3) non-profit focusing on improving racetrack safety through the deployment of soft barriers.

Includes weekend general admission and weekend parking pass.

For questions regarding ticketing, camping, or parking: [email protected]
For vendor information and registration: https://motoamerica.com/laguna-vendor/

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