FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: What is the Outlaw Clay Classic? In its 69 th year of competition, the Rockford Speedway has always been a paved racing surface. For this special event, the paved surface will be covered by clay to host the two biggest dirt track racing series; The World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Cars and World of Outlaws Craftsman Late Models. The two day event will be held on Wednesday June 29 featuring the World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series, the Greatest Show on Dirt and Thursday June 30 featuring the World of Outlaws Craftsman Late Model Series, where every night is a shootout. Each Feature event will feature a $10,000 to win purse with close to $150,000 in purse money distributed. Each program is a complete show with time trials, heats, dash and B-Main, then a $10,000-to-win, Features. Wednesday Nights program will include the Badger Midget Racing Association (BMRA) and Thursday support divisions will be announced soon. What are the Craftsman World of Outlaws? The World of Outlaws are the premiere dirt track racing series in the country. Craftsman, America s best selling tool brand since 1927 is the primary sponsor for both the World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Cars and World of Outlaws Craftsman Late Models. The World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Cars are the most powerful oval track racecar with a massive wing keeping the 1400 pound, 850 horse, methanol injected, open wheel, purpose built car capable of blistering speed on a tight oval. The series races over 90 times each year from coast to coast and is the most popular dirt track racing division. The World of Outlaws Craftsman Late Model Series looks like a conventional race car until the 700 horse all aluminum engine fires creating some of the most compelling side by side racing with thrilling slide jobs as the cars are thrown sideways into the turns. How is Rockford becoming a dirt track? Contractors will begin the conversion minutes following the Saturday June 25 event. Nearly 200 truckloads of Illinois River bottom clay, known as adrian muck will be distributed over a base coat of decomposed deciduous chips. Stockpiling of the material at the track will begin shortly leaving the material in close proximity. Track constructors led by Gary Risch and Larry Fink will lay and compact the material preparing the track. Wall heights on the front and back straights will be raised using concrete gravity blocks. Once the track is laid, it will be prepared as any other dirt track by compacting, tilling and adding water. The dirt will be removed immediately after the event and stockpiled.
Is reserved seating available? Yes! The Main grandstand on the front stretch will be entirely designated as reserved. Seats available for purchase may be reviewed in real time online by clicking the Buy Tickets icon on the front page of www.worldofoutlaws.com or by call 1-844-DIRTTIX. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the Rockford Speedway office. How much are Advance tickets? Advance Grandstand Reserved seats are $39 for adults (ages 12 plus) for each night. Two day Grandstand Reserved seat PACKAGE are $70 for adults Advance Reserved tickets include a FREE pit pass upgrade. How much are tickets: Wednesday, June 29 World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Cars Main Grandstands Reserved Adult $40 Pit Pass $40 Bleachers General Admission $35 Bleacher Child 6 11 $10
Thursday, June 30 World of Outlaws Craftsman Late Models Main Grandstands Reserved Adult $40 Pit Pass $40 Bleachers General Admission $35 Bleacher Child 6 11 $10 ***Children (5 & under) are admitted FREE in the General Admission section*** TWO DAY PACKAGE (sales end midnight June 29) Main Grandstands Reserved Adult $70 Bleachers General Admission $60 Bleacher Child 6 11 $20 Tickets are available at www.worldofoutlaws.com or by calling 844-DIRTTIX Q: Will I still be able to purchase tickets on the day(s) of the event(s)? Yes, Rockford Speedway is blessed with many great seats, but the best seats will be sold out if you wait until the day of the event to purchase your tickets! Plus, all advance ticket purchases include a FREE pit pass upgrade so you can rub elbows with all of your favorite drivers!! Q: Can I purchase pit passes in advance? Eligibility for the valuable insurance benefits and money-saving discounts offered to DIRTcar Members are verified in person therefore pit passes are sold day of show only. Pit passes must be purchased in person at the Pit Window. Once there, you will be required to sign a Waiver and Release of Liability and will be issued a wristband. Q: How much are pit passes? Please note that pit passes do not guarantee a seat in the front reserved grandstand. If available, Pit Passes will be accepted in the backstretch bleachers DIRTcar Members - $35 Non-members - $40 Q: How much is Parking? Parking is FREE both nights for passenger vehicles.
Q: What is the age limit for the pit area? There is not an age limit for the pit area at this event. Minors aged 17 and younger must submit a fully-executed minor Parental Consent, Release and Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement/Minor's Assumption of Risk and Release and Waiver of Liability. These will be available at the Pit Ticket Windows. Q: Will I be able to upgrade my Day of Show reserved seat ticket to include a pit pass? Yes. Pit pass upgrades will be $5 for adults. Q: How do I get tickets? Log on to www.worldofoutlaws.com and click the Buy Tickets icon, call 844-DIRTTIX or at Speedway office during normal business hours. Tickets purchased prior to Wednesday, June 8, 2016 will be mailed via the United States Postal Service. Tickets purchased after this date will be held at Rockford Speedway s Will Call Tent for pick up beginning Wednesday June 29. Q: What is the schedule of events? Pit Gates open at 1:00 Grandstands open at 4:00 Hot Laps at 6:15 Time Trials at 6:40 Heat Races begin at 7:27 *subject to change Q: Are coolers permitted? NO, Illinois law prohibits the carry-in of coolers. No alcohol may be brought into the speedway grounds. Alcohol must be purchased on site or left at your campsite. Q: Is overnight parking for campers available? Of course! We have an open area for camper parking with no hookups. There is an area where a limited number of reserved parking is established. Please call (815) 633-1500 for details and to reserve your spot today! Rock Cut State Park is within 15 minutes of the track with full camping provisions. http://www.reserveamerica.com/camping/rock-cut-statepark/r/campgrounddetails.do?contractcode=il&parkid=454521
Q: Will the pits be open after the races? Yes, the pits will open after the completion of all on-track activity so the fans in the stands can see the cars and stars up close and in person! Q: What is the procedure for requesting media credentials? Submit in writing at least 10 days prior to the event. Credential requests must be on the media outlet letterhead and signed by the assigning editor. Credential requests must be submitted to Aaron Fiedler via email (afiedler@dirtcar.com). Q: Where is the track located? Rockford Speedway is easy to find at the intersection of Illinois Highway 173 and Forest Hills Rd in Loves Park, IL at 9572 Forest Hills Rd. The Speedwaya is located just north of the Rockford area in Loves Park and is 15 miles south of the Wisconsin border. It is easily accessible from Interstate 90. Stay on I-90 to the Highway 173 Exit. Go West off the ramp 4 miles to the track entrance. US Highway 251 is two miles to the east.