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Adams Motorsports Park
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14 reviews for Adams Motorsports Park
14 reviews in English
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Review from Aaron P.
Pasadena, CA
1/23/2012
Showed up for my GF's birthday and had a blast at the arrive and drive. No messing around with long waivers or explanations on how to drive, just one quick form and then we got into the drivers seat with our own motorbike helmets and gloves and ripped around the track with other great racers. No stupid kids here to play bumper cars this is a real track and they expect you to drive as such and everyone does. Will definitely go back. Even got a great little print out of all our lap times and other stats.
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Review from Chuck S.
Industry, CA
11/5/2011
What a hidden treasure! Usually for folks into motorsports, people think of the nearest track as Willow Springs/Streets of Willow/Horsethief Mile. Or, we can do the stupid thing of driving out into the public mountain roads, where I've seen so many kids getting into accidents, wrecking their cars, crashing into the deer. Yes, a personal friend of mine has hit deer in the Glendora mountains... twice.
But for people itching to really learn to drive, take corners, drift, this is a safer affordable place to sharpen your skills. And does skill level really become apparent. Come on Tuesday nights for Time Attack session. The Mazda Miatas were totally schooling the E46 M3's and newest Mustang. The fastest cars seem to be well-tuned Lancer Evolutions and Subaru Imprezas. But anyone with a car a and a helmet can get on the track, and sign the waiver.
The track itself will change layouts throughout the year, forcing you to learn new corners. It's short, and technical, where most cars can just stay in 2nd gear, so you can focus on acceleration, braking, and cornering (unless your gear ratios are really short, you might be forced to go into 3rd for a few seconds on the straight away).
Since there are a lot of novices and amateurs, chances are, you may catch an accident. Last we went, one car lost grip, powering out of a corner, and went up the side of the hill, to land sideways. Luckily, all that had to be done was tip the car over to its wheels, and it still drove fine.
Thursday nights, tend to be drift nights, you may actually catch some local stars. -
Review from The G.
Big Bear City, CA
9/8/2011
One of the only reasons to live in the IE, no joke.
What can I say about this place that has not been covered - not much. What I will add is that their facilities were very clean, they were super accommodating to our track crew, and we felt like home there. Track conditions both off and on road were great, compliments to the staff.
I would say this motorsports park is the oasis of the inland empire for karts and motards, but I would never want to track (grip) my car here as the layout is too small for big power. -
Review from Jerry T.
Anaheim, CA
8/1/2011 17 Check-ins Here
This place is definitely the Inland Empire's best hidden gem and IT IS THE PLACE TO BE AT EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT if you love Cars, Drifting, Music, or just cheap/fun entertainment!!!
Every Thursday Night is Drift Night, hence the name Thursday Night Drift, which starts at 6pm and ends at about 9pm or so. The cost of admission is $3 for students and $5 for everyone else. You show up watch amateur drifters tear up the small kart track all night while standing against the fence looking down at the track or in the bleachers. To fully enjoy the experience of the event, bring a truck (preferably lifted to get a good view) and arrive early and throw a tailgate party. While the cars are drifting below, theres a DJ spinning some good tunes and the commentator there, Troy Adams, is a straight up comedian delivering low-brow sophomoric jokes. The guy is hilarious!!!
On a good night, it is not uncommon to see professional drifters like Dai Yoshihara or Justin Pawlak bring out their personal cars, or even the factory cars, to drift alongside with the amateurs. Frequently, there are random contests like the Sexy Girl Contest, Stripper Pole Contest, or Booty Shaking Contests in which the girls get down on stage and the crowd goes nuts!!! The crowd is all-ages and as diverse as you can get. You get everyone from Asians, Blacks, Bros, Mexicans, Whites, and everything else in between; everyone is just there to have a good time!!!
I personally love this event and wish that I can come out here EVERY Thursday Night and throw a good tailgate party. We live out in Orange County and drive an hour plus against the 91 Traffic in the late afternoon just to enjoy the fun so if you are local in the IE, love cars, or just want to have a good time, definitely check it out!!!! -
Review from Jaclyn N.
Diamond Bar, CA
11/15/2011 64 Check-ins Here
The staff is friendly and extremely helpful. And its a real go kart track with real go karts unlike K1. The Pro-Membership is an excellent deal and pays for itself with just a few open practices. Their track schedule is updated unlike the other kart track further east.
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Review from Jonathan G.
Diamond Bar, CA
Decent track layout, I just wish they didn't have open practice at the same time for both karts and motards. The motards drag a bunch of dust onto the track. The staff is friendly and extremely helpful. The shop has all the little things you might need if you lose or break something on track. They stock MS98 as well which is great. The Pro-Membership is an excellent deal and pays for itself with just a few open practices. Their track schedule is updated unlike the other kart track further east. It could be cleaner but I'm here to race so it doesn't matter as much.
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Review from Lisa T.
this place is a little in the middle of no where. even when you're pulling in it felt like a bit run down. the staff were nice and friendly. one bathroom for both male and female. they sell a lot of cold drinks. which you'll definitely need because you should anticipate being dehydrated.
1 track experience is 30 bucks; 2 track experience is 40; and 3 track experience is 50. realistically the 50 bucks is a better deal. and might as well go three times for the heck of it. it's about 8 laps each time you go on the track. they provide helmets and jackets for you to wear. but i honestly don't think these items are clean or even gets cleaned. so if you're gonna use their gear. make sure you bring in a head sock so you're not gonna end up with pimples or other ppl's germs/sweat.
wear pants and closed toe shoes. be prepared to get dirty! you'll experience a bunch of dirt, rocks, and who knows what flying at you. the seats will have a lot of dirt and rocks as well. not all of the karts are in tip top shape. they're on the rundown side.
a group of us came here today in probably over a hundred degree weather. they were short staffed. but overall our group had a great time. some of the ppl we came with decided to not do their 2nd and 3rd lap so other members from our group was able to take their place. overall it was a great experience for me since it was my first. it's a lot better than the speedzone or boomers type of deal. you're going at a faster speed and no bumping.
plus they are able to time you.. so you'll know how fast you were going. if you want a better type of kart you can pay extra for the good stuff.
happy karting folks! -
Review from Frank K.
Los Angeles, CA
1/31/2007
This is one of the oldest go-kart tracks in all over southern california. When u get there, you kinda get that feel.
The place greets you (and your car) to a rocky parking area. There is a huge outdoor go-kart track that you can't miss(duh, why else are u here) and a trailer that u go into to get started.
Take the steps and hope that someone is behind the counter, at times they arent. Then u sign up and pay and get ready to race. Wear closed toe tennis shoes and I recommend you wear PANTS, not shorts. Otherwise they will require you to wear one of their tracksuits. I'm not sure what people did in these suits. Race or fight off the native amazonian-like woman warriors of riverside(i dont know where the joke is). So yeah the suits are messed up.
When they call you down to race, you will have to select your helmet...again, not in the best condition. Good thing i have my own helmet. They assign you to a car and u get in. You'll sit down and realize there are NO seat belts...extreme(mtn dew style)!! Dont worry too much about it, the seats hold you in pretty tight and even with a head-on collision with a barrier you'll stay in the seat(dont ask).
As for the actual racing experience...i hope you get a good car. They are all maintained(if at all) a bit different. Some faster, some slower, some turny, some not so turny, some good brakes, some no brakes hahaha! The first time i came here i would consider the thrill i got to my bungee jumping trip. It was pretty crazy, i felt like i could literally kill myself if i really wanted to. Quite a rush
i gave this place 4 stars just cuz...it probably deserves a 3 tho haha -
Review from Clarence B.
Beverly Hills, CA
4/20/2011 6 photos
This track is about an hour from Los Angeles, has an awesome layout and the arrive and drive rates BLOW everyone else rates away. It's just a fact, you get way more for your money at Adams. It's hard to go back inside, when you can drive on a professional track outside, with real karts, going real fast during the day or under the lights at night. Adams offers race training for adults and children and from beginner to expert. Troy Adams is AMAZING with coaching children.. some so small, you wonder how they even get into the kart! The amazing thing is when you see how fast these kids get going working with Troy. As a coach, Troy is patient, encouraging and calm with adults and children. I flew my 9 year old daughter Emma out from Boston to train with Troy on several occasions. Troys coaching made all the difference in the world and his track-side manner helped Emma gain confidence both on and off the track.
I love Adams for the racing and for the events. it's quite common to see top drivers from all areas of professional racing flying around the track for fun.. my last visit Sam Hubinette was testing setups of his Viper and Challenger drift car - AWESOME!
Stop by, or call - it's a family run buisnes since 1959 - great people, no ego's just fun. -
Review from John C.
Los Angeles, CA
3/23/2009
If you're looking for an "arrive and drive" karting experience, Adams is the wrong place to go. Most days, kart owners are doing practice and set up during the day, so the thrill ride people who come here to mess around end up running at night. This means some cold temps.
And they require you to wear a racesuit, which they provide. And as with most "civilian" oriented karting joints, they're old and sweaty if you end up with one someone just used. YUCK.
I came out here on a whim with some friends and it was a disappointment. I brought my helmet just to be safe - don't care if they provide a headsock / balaclava... a sweaty helmet is still a sweaty helmet. The track is long and outdoors so you get some sort of karting like feel, but the experience is always somehow ruined by jackasses who don't know how to drive nor know any on-track etiquette.
Save your money and drive and go to K1 instead if you're looking for fun / laughs. -
Review from Akiko T.
Riverside, CA
Tue nights it's "time attack" night where literally ANY car can be brought in, and with payment you can track your own car. Thursday and Friday(I think fri, too dunno) are "drift nights". This too, with payment you can drive your car. To watch (which is what I usually do, take photograps, etc) is $3 with student ID, $5 without. You can also ask for ridealong (just ride in passenger seat of any car) for $10? But, you need to bring your own helmet or rent one to drive/ridealong.
I've never been to the gokart times but the night stuff is fun :) -
Review from WhiteKnight l.
Huntington Beach, CA
8/19/2011
Worst customer service and professionalism I have ever seen from a business. The motorsport track in general is great but when you walk in the office get ready for attitude and unorganized employees. I wish there was a track just like this but ran by intelligent people. I will be surprised if this place survives in this economy.
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Review from Mike K.
4/12/2011 8 Check-ins Here
As a moto rider at adams I wish the staff would sweep some of the rocks off when kicked onto the track by drifters and sometimes even kart drivers. I personally love their monday track days if I can attend. $15 dollar is such a great deal and hardly anyone shows up allowing for more than enough track time. I probably wouldn't do their arrive and race go kart deals as they look so slow, I think you can have more fun at the indoor go kart places. This place is for those who have their own toys and gee golly willikers it gets my endorphins going!
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Review from Peter M.
Riverside, CA
1/28/2010
Closest track place for people who live in Riverside. Their Tuesday time attack gets packed and all kinds of cars show up!! Worth checking out if you are into import cars!
They have drifting on Thursdays... If you are going to go to drift its a good place to learn... but don't go too crazy because the track isn't that big. I've seen 1 or 2 small accidents happen here!!! They were probably watching fast and the furious before they came!!! :) But if you track smart you'll have fun!!!
