Bug Jam 22
Friday 18th to Sunday 20th July 2008 at Santa Pod Raceway
The original and best VW fest is back for another year. Keep checking this site for all the latest news on the 22nd Bug Jam at Santa Pod Raceway. Below is some of what you can expect.
WHAT'S ON AT BUG JAM 22:
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VW DRAG RACING
The VWDRC take to the track with race classes even more packed than ever. With open practice on Saturday, and qualifying and eliminations on Sunday, you're sure to see plenty of the fastest, maddest VWs in Europe! Wheelies and close racing are guaranteed!
Supporting race classes include the 7 second doorslammers of Super Modified, the road legal hot rods of Street Eliminator, the vintage Fords of Outlaw Anglia, Sportsman ET. More info on the VWDRC page.
View the current Photo Entry List of racers entered for Bug Jam 22 at www.santapod.co.uk/e_entrylist_bj22.php. |
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VW RUN WHAT YA BRUNG
Get your own VW on the track on Friday 11am - 8pm (£15) and Saturday 9am - 3pm (£20), unlimited runs and a full performance print out for each run. Don't forget to bring your driving licence if you want to use the track. Strictly VWs ONLY.
NEW FOR 2008! RWYB competition with classes - Everyone signing on for RWYB will be put into classes to find the fastest Aircooled Bug, Aircooled Van, Karmann Ghias etc.
See the RWYB page for more info on RWYB and competition classes. |
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CAMPING AT BUG JAM
Camping is included with all weekend tickets bought in advance or on the gate. As well as general camping there is club camping and family camping. Please ask for a pass at the gate if you wish to go into family camping, you will need kids with you. |
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VW CLUB CAMPING
To book Club Camping for Bug Jam 22 phone 01234 782828. Full details on the Clubs page.
The first clubs to book for Bug Jam 22 are: Dub Runnaz Outlaws, Flannel Racing, North East VW Club, The One Eyed Duck Club, Lo-E-Nuf, Junction 7, SRW VW Club, Jammie Wagen Wheels,
Panzer Fahst Air Cooled Custom Club, West Sussex Volkswagen Owners Club, Roundabout VW Club, Southern Dubbers, Fl4tlanders VW Club, Herbie Hospital, T49, Air Cooled Collective, UK Lowrider Car Club, Air Addiction, I'm S.A.D VW Club, Newwaves, Lax Power, Berkshire Bugs, Airdiction, Barzooka, Volkswest Crewzers, Tidy VAG, Strictly Aircooled, Hob Knobbs Selection, Bugnutz, Kombi-Club, UFP, C Side V Dubz Club, Sheffield VW Owners Club, Flat 4play, Nein H2O, Andover Aircooled, PKW, Der Panzer Paint Scrapers, Vee Dub The Club, Low Down Buggers, Twickenham Aircoolers, Rad VW Club, Dub Finishers, Dirty Low Down Dubbers, Get Your Rat Out, The Craaaaashers VW Club, Monkeyspinner, Outcast VOC, Castawayz VW Club, Dub Addicts, HL V Dubs, Dropped Valve VW Club, Death Trap Dubs, Rugby Dubs, and Der Blitzen Sphincters.
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DEMO CARS
Get ready for Martin Hill's Fireforce 3, the mind-blowing 270mph, world's fastest Jet Funny Car, which this year will be joined by Roger Goring's Firestorm Jet Funny Car.
Also running will be Blue Max the spectacular Jet Beetle, plus the 7 second Santa Pod 2 Seater Dragster will be out on Saturday.
The donut king Terry Grant will be performing stunt displays and for the first time ever Terry will be using a purpose built Beetle.
There will be big air jumps and tricks from the UKFMX Freestyle Motocross riders.
Chris Doney will be putting on a top class display of
Bike Trials riding, a highly skilled and fast growing extreme sport.
Full details of all the Demo Cars and stunt drivers on the Demo Cars page. |
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MUSIC
Bug Jam once again hosts four music arenas including the Red Stripe Live Stage, on both Friday and Saturday evenings, catering for all tastes from indie and dance djs through to live bands and tribute acts. We promise you won't be able to control your dancing feet in 2008!
View the line up on the Gig Guide page. |
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COMEDY
There will be top comedians on Saturday and Sunday, including up and coming new acts and established pros to tickle your ribs. View the Bug Jam 22 comedy line up on the Comedy Guide page. |
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DAYTIME - RED STRIPE LIVE STAGE
You don't have to wait till the evening for music at Bug Jam 22 with bands performing on the Red Stripe Live Stage during the day on Saturday and Sunday plus lots more entertainment!
View the line up on the Daytime Live Stage page. |
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MONSTER TRUCK
Santa Pod's own Podzilla will be crushing everything in it's path on Saturday and Sunday. Get ready to cheer as Novas and Saxos get what's coming. |
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SKATE PARK
Top skaters, BMX riders, and mini scooterists will be performing on the Bug Jam skate ramp over the weekend! And when they're not the Skate Park will be open to all so bring your bike or board if you want to get involved. |
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ROLLER SKATING RINK
NEW for Bug Jam 22 there will be a purpose built, fully staffed, Roller Skating Rink next to the Skate Park. Skates will be provided or bring your own. A chance for mums and dads to show the kids how it's done. |
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ALL NEW MR & MISS BUG JAM
“Bug Jam’s Got Talent” - We’re giving Mr & Miss contestants 3 minutes each to show off their talent on the Bug Jam main stage. The great thing is, YOU pick what your talent is! Details on the Mr & Miss Bug Jam page. |
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VW TRADERS
If you're looking for car parts, want a cool t-shirt or fancy a lowrider bicycle to get round site, you'll find it all in the Bug Jam trade area. |
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BUG PUSH
Bug Push is back! Where if you’re going to have four mates and a Beetle at Bug Jam, you can compete in the high speed (up to 5mph!) world of human-powered drag racing. The races take place during the lunch breaks on the dragstrip. |
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VW AUTOJUMBLE
Rare and vintage VW parts at bargain prices. Need a decklid for your oval or a period radio for that finishing touch? Have a look here. Details on the Autojumble page. |
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AUTO TRADER CARS FOR SALE PADDOCK
If you've got a car you want to sell, park it up in the Autotrader Cars For Sale Paddock, stick your phone number on the dashboard, and wait for the calls to come flooding in. Whether you're buying, selling or browsing, this is the best way to shift cars at the show. And the best bit? It's FREE for both buyers and sellers! |
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MOBILE DYNO
The Rapid GB Dyno will be at Bug Jam, allowing anyone to get a full power and torque readout and some tuning advice from the experts using some of the latest and most accurate mobile dyno kit available. Take part in the Horse Power Heroes competition that will run throughout the year, details and prices at www.rapid-gb.co.uk. |
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CAMPER VAN CHOP
World renowned car designer and customiser, Andy Saunders is back on Guinness World Record breaking form with his latest project. The Turner-prize nominated artist aims to set a new record for building the World’s lowest VW Camper, live at Bug Jam 22. Details here. |
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LOW RIDERS
Low Rider display and action demos from some of the UK’s best cars with hydraulic and pneumatic suspension. Unique style and gravity-defying three-wheelin’.
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FUNFAIR
All the fun of the fair with dodgems, arcades, candy floss, sideshows and all the stomach churning rides you'll need. |
Lots more to be announced.
Ticket & VIP/Hospitality info on the Tickets page. |
