Well having been a fan of drag racing since 67 I am speaking from a most likely biased opinion. But it is my opinion and looking at the size of the crowds I think it is shared a lot. The Top Fuel and Funny Car classes are blow your socks off full body experiences of the energy waves that these professional racers and crew tune and drive that are so world class it must be seen up close and personal to understand. I have said many times, you must go once live, and you will know if you want to go again. Live and TV is like AM radio and live opera, No Comparison. The pits are accessible to all who come, and it is so nice to be able to really meet people, really see what these racers and mechanics do right up close! When in the stands Front row is good and top row is good. Test them both as once you are in the stands you can roam a bit, very easily. The midway has so many things it can consume hours. Meet and greet with people of all classes of racing, Too much fun. Free stuff from vendors - cool. Autographed pictures (come early) On the subject of parking. Just get the cheap parking. It takes a while to get in and out, so chat with friends and flow with it. we were in in about 10 minutes and out in about thirty, so the way i see it that is excellent when you consider the number of people wanting in and out. For comparison, dodger stadium or Hollywood bowl are a lot tougher to deal with. Be patient and relish the fabulous event. Also - For rookies - Come on Friday or Saturday for Qualifying smaller crowds and more Nitro runs as they fight it out for the top 16 positions. Remember ear plus, sun hats, coat for later as the sun sets (and to sit on for padding earlier) and the Nitro flames come blasting out at sunset. Stay for the last runs of the day - The very best as the sun goes over the horizon - bring some pocket snacks - and bring a good attitude and patience. It is...
Read moreNHRA is amazingly fun! No words can describe the tremendous power these motors put out....literally rocks you to your core! Unfortunately, after attending for 30+ years, we won't be back to Pomona ever again. This year's experience at the 2024 NHRA Winternationals in Pomona was AWFUL. Parking had to be paid with a debit or credit card only, NO CASH accepted for parking. DRAFT BEER cost $15.00 each, you had to pay with a debit or credit card, NO CASH ACCEPTED for a BEER. The prices for In N Out Burgers food is outrageous....$20 for 1 combo. The prices for t-shirts and souvenirs are so ridiculously high, it's insulting. Not very many different vendors (Race Ugly, Stupid Fast Racing, etc) available to buy merchandise from, mostly all NHRA merch. Paid way too much money for the tickets to just be disappointed. I do not recommend wasting your money or...
Read moreFirst time, and I'm looking forward to going again. Clean, fun, and many options for food. Get there early and beat the rush. Very well organized event. I did notice a seating problem with surrounding groups. There was a whole bench opened, and a guest was very adamit of sitting in that one spot when not even kidding you.... the whole bench was open. I get you paid for the spot, but no one was angry, and we all had such a great view. I guess the principle ruled that gentleman's view. lol he did end up showing tickets to his rightful seat, so it was technically his, and I ain't mad at the man. In other words, go to your seats to avoid...
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