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Run What Ya Brung - RWYB

Run What Ya Brung (RWYB) is a safe and legal place to test your car to the limit. Getting a good time is about transferring as much power from your engine to the track as possible, and getting your gearshifts correct is critical.

Don’t worry if you have a small or slow car: it’s great fun whatever you drive, and there is always someone slower than you! Remember also that the more powerful the car you are driving, the more difficult it is to get it right.

Run What Ya Brung Sign On Procedure

All signing on for RWYB will be processed through our new online ticketing system.

The first batch of RWYB Vouchers are on sale now. Subsequent batches will be released in due course on the day of the event which can be booked online on your smart phone or in the Sign On office. All signing on is on a first come first served basis. Please note you still need to visit the Sign On office to show your driving licence, present your e-ticket and collect your wristband before hitting the track.

Track Sign-On
Ticket Type Price Bands
Track Open
Friday Track Sign-On*
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All Price bands £40 for 3 runs 9.30 - 8pm
Saturday Track Sign-On*
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All Price bands £40 for 3 runs 9.45 - 8pm
Sunday Track Sign-On*
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All Price bands £40 for 3 runs 9.40 - 5pm
  • *Admission Tickets are also required
  • Sign-On is Per Day.
  • Pre-booking only.


Track opening and competition times are subject to weather and track conditions. Most importantly you must remember to bring your driving licence if you want to use the track!

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SW Motorsport RWYB Competition

Prizes of RWYB Vouchers for:

The RWYB Competition will end when racing finishes at track close. Winners will be announced by the commentators and contacted directly after the event by email.

The winner of each RWYB award will receive a free RWYB sign on voucher that can be used at any RWYB event the vehicle is eligible for in the next 12 months. Contact the office on 01234 782828 to redeem the voucher.

SW Motorsport will also be giving away a £100 voucher to any follower who likes and shares our USC social media post over the weekend.

SW Motorsports are The UK’s Leading roll cage & performance part Manufacturer. They use the latest top-quality technology to produce top quality work. Their products Improve road & track performance & come in a range of finishes & with finance options available.

Make sure you’re following SW Motorsport on social media as they will be giving away £100 to a follower who likes and shares their USC post.

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ET Slips - Live Timing Data

All timing slips from runs at Santa Pod Raceway can be viewed at www.etslips.co.uk.

A RWYB Video Guide

Run What Ya Brung Beginners Guide

What is RWYB?

RWYB stands for “Run What Ya Brung” and refers to public test days when Santa Pod is open to anyone with a driving licence to run their car or motorcycle down the track.

RWYB is as simple or scientific as you want it to be, and you can use these days either to just have fun with your friends or as serious test days, whether your vehicle is for road or track.

Your mission is to accelerate from a standing start and cover the 1/4 mile in the shortest possible time. A full performance printout after each run will show your reaction time, speed, and elapsed time as well as a host of incremental measurements.

What Do I Need To Have A Go?

What Do I Need To Do?

  1. You need to visit the Signing On Office near the start line to present your licence and race voucher before you go on to the track or fireup road. A computer is available in the Signing On office to purchase both race and passenger vouchers on the day.
  2. Check your vehicle is well maintained and safe. Tyres, oil, steering, coolant and brakes are important. Also check your tyres and arches are not muddy.
  3. Move your Vehicle to the back of the queue in the "fire up road". Bikers can usually push past to the separate queue for bikes.
  4. When you are called forward by the marshal, close your windows and sunroof fully, and buckle your seatbelt. Bikers should pull down visors or goggles. Please DO NOT activate liquid spray-bars.
  5. If you wish, attempt a burnout in the water under the tower. This will clean and warm your tyres. 4WD cars will not burnout unless equipped to do so.
  6. Roll forward to the Start Line when the marshal indicates. The start line is not actually marked on the track (because it would get scrubbed out very quickly), but the best way to spot it is to look for a gap in the blue boarder next to the track.
  7. The first pair of lights on the "starting tree" marked Pre Staged will light when you are nearly in position.
  8. Roll a few inches further forward and the next pair of lights marked Staged will light also.
  9. When you and your opponent are both staged and the track is clear, the three orange bulbs will light and then the Green. Now is the time to go!
  10. Accelerate as hard as you can without spinning the wheels too much. The last timing beam is under the gantry exactly 1/4 of a mile from the start line.
  11. Slow down gently once you have crossed the finish, and keep going until you reach the first Turn Off Point on the left. Check your mirrors for your opponent before turning off and heading back on yourself. Drive slowly and carefully once you have left the track.
  12. You can collect Timing Slips from the signing on office at the startline tower. These are free to collect as soon as your run is complete. If in doubt at any point, simply look to the marshals for direction. Please do not smoke or use mobile phones when on the track.

An advanced RWYB guide, including startline procedure and tips for a good run can be found on the official RWYB website along with a full calendar of all upcoming RWYB days, at www.RWYB.com.

1320go - Live Track Timing

Enhance your visit to Santa Pod with live track timing via www.1320go.com where you can also view live timing data on your mobile phone from Drag Strips around the world.

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