http://www.subiesport.com/images/2008/08/07/subiefest3.jpg (http://www.subiefest.com)

Third annual Subiefest to be bigger and better than ever; with live music, on-track test drives of the hot, new 2009 Subaru WRX and the Subiesport all-Subaru Time Attack challenge.

More info: http://www.subiefest.com

Redmond, Washington (PR Web) August 8, 2008 -- Racing enthusiasts mark your calendars to join Subiesport Magazine (http://www.subiesport.com) and NASIOC.com on the weekend of September 6-7 for the largest all-Subaru motorsport event and festival in North America: Subiefest 2008, presented by Subaru of America (http://www.subaru.com) and EDO Performance/Zero Sports (http://www.edoperformance.com).

"We're very excited that Subiefest will be just outside of Los Angeles this year, and that we can be part of it," said Edwin Tang, CEO of EDO Performance/Zero Sports. "We traveled over 1,000-miles to attend the 2007 event, and we've never seen such a dedicated and diverse gathering of car enthusiasts. The 2008 event will be incredible!"

Now in it's third year, the Subiefest all-Subaru Shootout and Showoff will be bigger and better than ever, as it takes over the Big Willow race track at Willow Springs, just outside of Los Angeles, California. For the main event, top tuners from around the country will face off in the Subiesport Time Attack Challenge, pitting highly-modified Subarus against the clock to determine who is the fastest in the land. This is where the talk, and the rubber, meet the road in a challenge for ultimate bragging-rights.

Japanese racing legend Tarzan Yamada is scheduled to appear, piloting the Crawford Performance 2008 Subaru STI Time Attack race car. Tarzan holds speed records around the world and is well known as regular on the JDM Option DVD series, as well as performing judging duties for the Formula D event series.

Looking to test drive a new 2009 Subaru WRX? Subiefest has partnered with Subaru of America to bring shoppers the ultimate test drive experience: the WRX Track Attack. This unique driving experience will put drivers behind the wheel of a brand-new 2009 Subaru WRX, along with a certified instructor, for a hot lap around the Big Willow race circuit.

More than just racing and driving, Subiefest will also feature live music from Seattle band, "The Endeavors" on the main stage. Their sound has been rocking audiences in the Pacific Northwest to rave reviews for their unique sound and vibrant performance. "The Endeavors" are scheduled to perform during the Saturday night Desert Party, as well as in-between races on Sunday.

Gate entry for Subiefest 2008 is only $10 per day, with practice and the all-night party on Saturday and the main event and show on Sunday. More information and links to register for racing or the Subaru 2009 WRX Track Attack can be found at the official event web site, www.subiefest.com.

Nasty, please come to the east coast!!!!!!!?!!!!!!!

Party at Tim's house before Subiefest 3!!!!

Nasty, please come to the east coast!!!!!!!?!!!!!!!

We tried to partner with D1 for this year to bring it to NJ. Unfortunatly, that fell through after it was already to late to secure another venue. Hoping for 2009.

The Subiesport crew will be out for GT Live at VIR, maybe we'll see you there!

Subiefest 4 at the East coast? Now that would be an awesome road trip!

Wow, this looks like its going to be an incredible event. If you own or even think about owning a Subaru, this is a must-attend event! Count me in!!! I just saw this on the SCS and they are already talking about a mega caravan with police escort covered by HWYKING & STI_COP:
http://www.socalsubies.com/forums/showthread.php?t=296

Nasty, please come to the east coast!!!!!!!?!!!!!!!

Or Midwest

I will sure be there for the wrx track atack!

Or Midwest

Or just plain in the middle so some of is don't have to drive over 1800 miles to get there:sadbanana: Should be fun and wish I could go:sadbanana:

And to think I just moved from ventura CA.

Anyone have a place to crash?:( This looks like too much fun to pass on!

I'm definitely there.
Gotta shoot some nice pictures of this event.

Anyone have a place to crash?:( This looks like too much fun to pass on!

Some of us are getting an RV. PM me if you would like to join in!

Anyone from Central CA or Bay Area want to ride share? Think I may go down there for the day.

Sounds like a blast; has anyone driven Willow Springs before? How is it?

they should have like a camping area or something for this kinda thing.

they should have like a camping area or something for this kinda thing.

http://www.subiefest.com/2008/fest.shtml
, says overnight camping is ok. So its just $10 to get in and i can be part of the open lapping track sessions?

http://www.subiesport.com/images/2008/08/07/subiefest3.jpg (http://www.subiefest.com)

Third annual Subiefest to be bigger and better than ever; with live music, on-track test drives of the hot, new 2009 Subaru WRX and the Subiesport all-Subaru Time Attack challenge.

More info: http://www.subiefest.com

Redmond, Washington (PR Web) August 8, 2008 -- Racing enthusiasts mark your calendars to join Subiesport Magazine (http://www.subiesport.com) and NASIOC.com on the weekend of September 6-7 for the largest all-Subaru motorsport event and festival in North America
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^Calendar marked and ready to go!!!:banana::disco:!!!!!!

Well I think I should make the trip down since I did drive to Portland last year:) Gf wants to hit up the LA County Fair which is the same weekend which gives me my "in" on driving down:)

http://www.subiefest.com/2008/fest.shtml
, says overnight camping is ok. So its just $10 to get in and i can be part of the open lapping track sessions?

No, you have to pre-register for this activity which is on Saturday. Click the "Time Attack" button to get details. This is an extra-cost activity. If you want to drive the 2009 WRX on the track you must also pre-register.

I can't wait. This will be my second time attending Subiefest.

No, you have to pre-register for this activity which is on Saturday. Click the "Time Attack" button to get details. This is an extra-cost activity. If you want to drive the 2009 WRX on the track you must also pre-register.

To clarify: the no-extra-charge 2009 WRX Track Attack program is free, and requires pre-registration (which is now 1/2 full, so register now if you want to get in!). The 2009 WRX Track Attack runs both Saturday and Sunday.

Open lapping is available on Saturday for any make and model of car (whatever car you want to risk on a track). This activity is $200 (plus the $10 entry) which is a normal fee for track lapping pretty much on any major raceway. Sunday is for racing only.

Just got the OK from the wife, hopefully I can get my brother to go with me so we can get hammered and be dirty old guys checking out chicks..;-D

hey, i was wondering how much would parking be for this event, and is there also an entrance fee? and one final question, would i be able to sleep in my car? thanks guys

hey, i was wondering how much would parking be for this event, and is there also an entrance fee? and one final question, would i be able to sleep in my car? thanks guys

Dunno about parking
Entrance=$10/day
Why sleep in the car when you can camp out on Saturday night?
Suby Rave:banana::banana::banana::banana:=:diaf:

Dang, looks like I have to go on a business trip that weekend. Meh.

the subie rave sounds really fun, i just fear that there would be a lot of guys and couples

see u knuckleheads there :D

I may make the drive from maryland to attend...

I hate kansas. Only thing good about it is the open roads and cheaper gas.

This makes me a saaaaddd Panda.. :(

No, you have to pre-register for this activity which is on Saturday. Click the "Time Attack" button to get details. This is an extra-cost activity. If you want to drive the 2009 WRX on the track you must also pre-register.

cool, thank you! I just signed up to drive the 09 wrx, i can't wait. Not sure about the lapping sessions, this kind of scurd me off--->"Lapping sessions are open to intermediate-level track participants (must have at least one previous HPDE.)" I have no track time at all so i am assuming i would be in the noob class, but i don't see one :(....:lol:.....:sadbanana::.

Aww man. I'd love to go to this since this will only be my second week at my new job in Los Angeles, but FRX is having their rally the same weekend.

Definitely bring this to Jersey too. Us Jersey folk get left out at a lot of good things. With Thunderbolt Raceway already open, securing venues there should be a little easier.

i am heading down from sacramento, lets get a cravan going if any one else is going down from here also.

I am definitely going from here in Los Angeles.

should we do a Socal caravan?

should we do a Socal caravan?
Already happening. http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1575401

sounds good, maybe i'll put in the rare public appearance. :lol:

A possible Arnie sighting at Subiefest, now I absolutely can't miss this.

For any of you out there planning an out of state caravan DO EEEET!!!
The SCV group myself included, drove from L.A to Portland for Subiefest2 last year and the road trip was the best part!!

You guys have to do this at Gateway International one year. It's right by St. Louis so it's smack-dab in the middle of the country.

Las Vegas is ready.

Are you?

Just heard that primary registration is now full for the 2009 WRX Track Attack test sessions. (Yes, almost 400 people already pre-registered) However, we are going to keep the reg link live in the event there are any withdrawals from the pre-reg list.

go subiegest go!

Las Vegas is ready.

Are you?


Las Vegas vs. Socal party

You ready yuji? ;)

any good places down there to get a cheap dyno run?

Still room in the Time Attack and for the lapping sessions. Get your entry forms in!

I'm there. Anybody else coming form up here?

Only 10 Days away!!

I will be rolling in Solo from Wisconsin, Yuji, what's up? It's the Yellow Bug Eye from Wisconsin. Can I park up with you and the rest of the FLAT4LV crew in the Club Expo????

Looks like I'm flying solo from Reno. Any caravans I can meet up with?

subie fest sounds sweet ill be there but WTF a rave?!?!? where does a rave come into the picture?

I will be rolling in Solo from Wisconsin, Yuji, what's up? It's the Yellow Bug Eye from Wisconsin. Can I park up with you and the rest of the FLAT4LV crew in the Club Expo????
If you are passing thru Vegas, meet us at 7am on Sat,
see the link below.
http://flat4lv.com/index.php/topic,25813.0.html

Las Vegas vs. Socal party

You ready yuji? ;)
Yes, Karaoke battle?

If you are passing thru Vegas, meet us at 7am on Sat,
see the link below.
http://flat4lv.com/index.php/topic,25813.0.html

I will be rolling in from Bakersfield and plan to be there when gates open.

If y'all are coming through socal, please click below to see caravan information.

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1575401

Yes, Karaoke battle?

That works!

Only 1 more work day away!!!!!
:banana::banana::banana:

Crawford will be there giving rides in a couple of our TA cars.

Hey Yuji! I'll see you there. I'll be showin' up since its not too far from home.

Hey Yuji! I'll see you there. I'll be showin' up since its not too far from home.
Arnie, it's beem ages! I will be there from Fri evening. my phone# is still the same!

ok! i'll ring you up. I'll probably be hanging with the Vortech/Yimi/SCV crowd.

I was woundering if we are camping and such what the rules are for alchie? No? Cant have a proper tailgate party with out booze and a bbq.

More rooms are now available at the Devonshire Inn in Rosamond (closest hotel to the track). They had a mistake and had booked too many rooms for me. Those are now open for the first-come-first-served: 661-256-3454.

Hey guys we just got to the track today and are setting things up. Just a few notes.

You can BBQ at the track no problem. Officially, alcohol is not allowed outside of the track's own designated areas and must be consumed and purchased there during track hours...

The camping area is a mixture of tarmac and gravel so if you plan on tenting it, I would bring mattresses otherwise you are in for a hard bed.

Lastly, it is HOOOOTTTT. Please make sure you are hydrated so bring lots of water, take it easy with the booze and if you are feeling sick, let us know so we can get you the help you need. Thanks.
It will be a fun weekend, there is a whole fleet of brand new STIs and WRXs already at the track!

The first day of Subiefest 3 2008 is a smashing success. Despite a few offs, a car-fire and one delaminated tire; day one has gone off without a hitch. Already the sun is going down on a day that saw temps reach over the 100 degree mark, but that didn’t stop the dedicated group of Subaru racing enthusiasts from taking to the track in the heat. Festivities will resume again tomorrow starting bright and early at 8am. There is still some room left for the WRX Track Attack, your chance to drive a 2009 WRX or STI on the track. If you are in the area, our desert rave will be starting at 8pm tonight. Admission is only $10 for the entire weekend. Here are some shots from the action today.

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sweet pictures, who won the time attack?

sweet pictures, who won the time attack?

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1592798

Hey I can see the hood of my car!!:disco:

Wow a bit hot... but it was great!

some pix of Ken Block at the 626DRIFT event:

original post:
http://zilvia.net/f/motorsports/204096-626drift-almost-pro-event-balcony-htm-drift-grip-9-6-9-7-a-18.html

Credits: Eric castro, 626DRIFT, Crawford Performance, Ken Block

http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s242/castro_castro/sep%206th%2008/000836.jpg
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Eric Castro's photobucket
http://s154.photobucket.com/albums/s242/castro_castro/sep%206th%2008/
Photographer: Eric Castro, www.ericcastro.biz
Enjoy :)

Hey Eric,

Thanks for the great photos of Ken destroying a set of tires :D

man i would love to go to this, to bad im sooo far away,

to bad they dont have organized meets like this closer to me :(

Just got my subie and was wondering where and when subiefest 09 will be

i think i remember hearing something about aug 2009 in vegas but im not sure

I don't think they are going to have it in the desert, in the summer again. Oregon Raceway Park in May or September would be good.