la racing

I’ve done the 20-lap class 3 times (twice solo, once w/ friends). It’s a RUSH! The car seriously growls and wants to go fast. Awesome “bucket list” experience. Excellent: check-in (improved over years), safety training, coaching, photo and racing video, 20 laps, driving the car without an instructor, getting to pass three other cars. Tips: fire suit gets hot so choose an early class or don’t go in summer, if you want to race again wait until race day to get the repeat student discount, if you’re smaller you can ask for a seat cushion, you’re strapped crazy tight into the tin can so not for claustrophobics, $100 optional insurance might not be necessary but good peace of mind, bring a friend to take pics

Most people buy for a first time with some sort of coupon deal, a little complicated to get the reservation, called to see if available, then wait for a confirming email then can reserve the time. You should be able to do this with one step. They do push the insurance, but not forced so you can decline. If I would go back would forget the insurance. They go through a 50 minute instruction class and stress safety for you and the other drivers. There is only four cars on the track at a given time so unless you do something stupid you should have no problem doing this safely. Let's face it they don't want you to wreck the car either. When on the track they have a "spotter" for each two cars, a big "thumbs up" for these guys, very encouraging, they talk to you the whole time to try to get you to do better, but never more than you feel comfortable with. They push the pictures and in camera video, a little pricey, Overall a good experience at a fair price if using a coupon.

First the positives, Good appropriate emphasis on safety from the initial briefing to the spotter communication. Initial cost is reasonable, good cars.However let down by horrible mandatory safety suits and helmets, just plain dirty and disgusting. Heavy sell on insurance that did not do very much. To much waiting around to drive.I wanted to enjoy this more than I did.

Twenty laps around the race track at over 100 miles an hour is one of the most thrilling things I've ever done in my life. I would do it again and again if it wasn't so bad for the environment. They really train you well and emphasize safety so that when you slide into that driver seat through the window you feel ready to go fast.

I did this after finding a Groupon. You get to drive 20 laps around Irwindale Speedway in a stock car. They do a brief class beforehand so you know what you are doing. The cars are automatic. You wear a racing suit, flame retardant hood and helmet. You then get in the cars which are quite hot and have limited visibility. Those prone to claustrophobia might be a bit uncomfortable. Don't go on a hot day or you'll roast. They scare pretty much everyone into buying their insurance, but I'm not sure if it's really needed. A great experience overall!

It is right off the 605 fwy, so close to offramp, which is good. They have food, bands at times, car shows, motorcycle, and bike events. Very exciting place if you love fast times. The X games is being held here now.

I did this in june on a trip to LA and it is up there on the best to do list,I have had the luck to drive lotsd of super cars such as Ferraris, Lamborghinis etc on race tracks but this is one hell of a buzzif you are a petrol head you need to suit up in go for it ,they are very professional from the minute you arrive, full driver briefing and training session then suit up and jump in 20 laps of the Irwindale speedway at full noise,there is a spotter feeding you info through your ear piece all the time to keep you aware of your surroundings and you are free to drive to the limit,a strong suggestion take the insurance option because if you do crash these are very expensive cars to repair and it does happen time to time

My husband and I completely enjoyed our afternoon at LA Racing yesterday! They were well organized upon arrival, started the 45 minute training class promptly, and gave personal attention during dress preparation. I am 5'6" and 120 pounds and was worried about control of the car and ability to handle the steering. It was no issue and just an absolute blast! They push you on the track via a in helmet one way radio but never take you outside your comfort zone. My husband really pushed the car and never felt unsafe or out of control. Could not recommend the experience more... for both guys and girls! If you like fast cars this is IT!

Irwindale race way, kan godt anbefales, hvis man vil opleve lidt god race, på alm plan. Super godt og med alm biler, det vat en god torsdag aften :). Det er nu 2 gang vi har været det.