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by iLikeEatPoo on 4/12/23Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5It was amazing. Streets of Long Beach is always a ripper.
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Formula Drift on Tour
In the sports world, the first week of April is commonly associated with the return of Major League Baseball. But car-racing enthusiasts have that timeframe marked on their calendars for a very different reason: the start of Formula Drift season.
Formula Drift is the leading international showcase of the auto-racing phenomenon known as drifting, where drivers intentionally oversteer their vehicles to make them slip and slide across the track in a thrilling display of controlled chaos. (Ever done donuts in your car in an empty parking lot? Now imagine trying to do that continually along a predetermined route without crashing into anything.)
Drifting originated in Japan in the 1970s before gaining traction in the U.S. in the '90s, culminating in the inaugural Formula Drift competition in 2004. Since its launch in Atlanta as a four-round, 16-car competition, Formula Drift has expanded into an eight-round, 32-car championship series, with racing sites spanning California to New Jersey.
In most car races, the winner is determined by one simple factor: who crosses the finish line first. Drifting, however, is actually closer in spirit to figure-skating than traditional racing, with competitors awarded leaderboard points according to three criteria: line, angle, and style. "Line" refers to the drivers' ability to follow a demarcated drift line established by the judges. "Angle" analyzes the drivers' control over their wheel alignment while mid-drift. "Style" essentially is a measure of drivers' fluidity and their willingness to careen as close as possible to the track wall without scraping it.
Formula Drift competitions are traditionally two-day events, beginning with the qualifying round, where drivers perform solo trial runs to accumulate points for a Top 32 placement on the leaderboard. On the second day, the qualifying drivers square off round-robin style in a pair of races where drivers take turns shadowing each other and are scored on their abilities to lead and follow. But even if you're not the sort to obsess over the nitty-gritty of scoring, Formula Drift can be enjoyed on a purely aesthetic level as the most artful and graceful form of professional auto racing.
No seating
by Rc on 4/11/23Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 1 out of 5When tickets were purchased I assume we had a spot to sit nope part of just standing group. They don’t even have tables for people to sit while eating their food. Bad experience in Long Beach left within 2 hours.
Fan For Life
by LisaMarie on 4/11/23Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5This was my first time attending FD. My son is a huge fan and has attended before. The event did not disappoint. From the drifting to the booths, food, car show and full bar! Such a fun day in a beautiful beach town.
I love all race events !!!
by Socalkustoms2 a on 4/11/23Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5I love all Reese car truck events, anything car related it has a motor and goes fast the faster the better it gets me excited
To expensive for what you get
by George on 4/11/23Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 1 out of 5This is my 4 time attending this same event. Compared to the past events and keeping in mind that this years was the 20 year I expected a lot more. When I say a lot more I mean show wise and booth give aways. In the past I would get some much free stuff from the booths like Falken. This year I walked all the vendor booths and after spending 110$ I came out with one bag with two shirts and three lanyards. For the admission price and the high prices of food, parking. It is definitely not worth going to this event again. Nitto tire needs to step it up. Especially for a sold out event!
Fun af but check if there’s TP
by k on 4/11/23Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 4 out of 5So much fun! Formula Drift itself was the best as always but the venue was slacking.. There was NO toilet paper, no soap and no paper towels the first day.. and no straws for my drink until saturday bc they were plastic :|
Amazing experience
by J & M on 4/11/23Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5Love watching drifting. Talking to the drivers and their friends and family is awesome. They are never rude or pushy with merch or questions. Food is great. Amazing day all around. Can't wait for irwindale in Oct!!
Best experience
by Danna M. ダナ on 4/11/23Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5I loved this drift experience. It was my first time going to LA for this event. I had so much fun just by seeing it. Throughout the event I kept smiling due to the excitement of seeing cars drifting. If another event like this presents I would definitely go again.
Blowing mind experience
by Grinya on 4/11/23Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5Best drift event ever, all stars drivers were involved!
The best
by Isaac on 4/18/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5Probably the best experience you can get of the most progressive sport in motorsports! FD all day! Send It!
Awesome but pricey food
by Jay and boy on 4/8/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 4 out of 5This was an incredible event. Me and my 15 soon to be 16 year old son had a blast. Cars were amazing, I was shocked we could mingle with the drivers and get up and close to the cars and pit crews. Everything was beyond expectations except the price for food or drinks. Food was good but $20 for a small container of loaded fries or $6 for a bottle of water that is usually a buck?? Come on! Why leave a bad taste (no pun intended) to an incredible event?
Expected…
by Uly on 4/8/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5Everything was great, the event was up to what you’d expect. Adrenaline at every corner with the smoke of tires behind each car. Downsides were the huge lines for the restrooms, only for them to smell, and come out with no water to clean yourself up. As well as the WAYYY overpriced food. $16 for a hamburger the size of a mcdonald’s one. $6 for a bottle of water. Come on.
Awesome event
by Subaru Chan on 4/7/22Rating: 5 out of 5I went to the finals on April 2 in Long Beach. I had way to much fun, I did get sad when rome crashed his bmw but other than that. What an awesome event. 🔥💪
Formula d experience
by Speedfreek360 on 4/7/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5The venue was a hit!!! How cool to be able to walk around in the pits, check out a car show…and have it in the heart of an amenity filled location! Hotels, pike outlet, beach…it’s all there! And the event…can’t go wrong when you’re fully immersed in the action and allowed to go behind the scenes! For first timers, this won’t be the last…totally worth the experience and memories
Loved everything about it!
by TVBEEK on 4/6/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5This was the first time I'd ever been to a FD event and I had a blast! Plenty of booths, food, photo ops, driver meet ups. I went with my son and he was so enthralled as well. We're looking forward to the next event coming up!
Always a great time.
by Bops on 4/5/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5Ive been going to formula d since 2009. The experience is always great. Family or friends or both you will not be disappointed with the racing. Sometimes you get a surprise pop up from different people.
My Favorite!
by Lena on 4/5/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5I looove Formula Drift! It’s my most favorite thing to do.
Over crowded
by It all started in Japan on 4/5/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 1 out of 5Long line, over crowded by Adam LZ fans they kill the vibe and people sat in your spot not cool.
Formula D door on door action
by Dvlman36 on 4/5/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 5 out of 5Best event for the motorsports enthusiasts. Has the best parts all rolled into one. Smoking tires, door to door action, and edge of your seat thrills.
Great display of a growing sport!
by Steve on 4/5/22Long Beach Arena- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center - Long BeachRating: 4 out of 5My only problem was that no one sits in their assigned seats. We showed up and were told that we would have to sit on the grass or stand as the seats were all filled, in spite of the tickets we held. We looked around and finally found an opening for the two of us. Why did we even buy the tickets when they first came out and hand pick our seats?? Otherwise, great entertainment.