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CRG Bambino Special Offer    (22/12)

Click for larger image...To celebrate the festive period CRG GB Ltd are offering an amazing price on the 2016 Bambino kart.

Rolling Chassis ready to take engine and tyres only £760.00 plus VAT, this includes seat, factory team sticker kit and wheels.

Click for larger image... Complete package ready to race including UK sealed Comer engine and Le Cont tyres is only £1400.00!

Be ready for the 2016 season with world championship winning CRG kart range.

For the full range of CRG products available pop in to see us at Whilton Mill Kart Circuit.

For more information contact CRG GB on 01327 842778 or email crg-gb@kartcrg.com.

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Alfano Products In The UK    (21/12)

Looking for a Mychron 5? Sick of waiting then try the new Alfano Pro III Evo? Ready ship and plenty in stock!
 
We have been working with the exclusive importer Chrono Sport International and Alfano to bring you the latest products. Not only dash and data logging equipment but stopwatches and tyre management equipment.

We not only sell the Alfano range we also support the range by providing track-side support, training sessions on the equipment and software. So when you buy from us you will be looked after as a valued customer. The team at RG Racing have championship winning experience in Karts, Superkarts and Touring Cars.
 
In 2016 we will be at Super One and selected club events where customers need support. We are currently support several drivers and teams in the UK with product support and are always open to proposals that benefit both RG Racing/Alfano and the driver or team.
 
Visit www.alfano.co.uk and see the latest products, apps for Android tablets and products videos.
 
Contacts Rob Willshire on 07770 280375 or Gary James at team@rgracing.co.uk.

Trade Discounts are available with the opportunity of lean stock holdings.

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Rotax Engine Savings    (11/12)

Further to the announcement of the launch of Rotax EVO engines with original specification accessories for the UK and Irish markets.

JAG Engineering are delighted to be able to offer great saving on new delivery EVO UK Spec. engines for all Rotax Classes.

Junior & Minimax engines are down from £1748.28 to £1486.53 a saving of £261.75.

Senior engines are down from £1874.31 to £1594.34 a saving of £279.97.

All engines supplied before the 30th April 2016 will be covered by a 12 Month warranty. All prices quoted are + VAT.

Go to www.jag-rotax.com to find your local stockist or contact JAG Engineering at info@jag-rotax.co.uk.

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DHR X30 Instant Success    (11/12)

Click for larger image... DHR, the UK Alonso kart distributor, made its Iame X30 debut at the PF Winter Series Round 1 last weekend with instant success.

DHR's Rotax British Super 1 champion Sam Marsh tested the Iame X30 package for the first time at the event and immediately found the X30 engine and tyre combination to his liking. Powered once more by Ogden engines DHR and Marsh wasted no time to show their intentions and qualified P2 overall out of some 64 drivers missing out by just 2 hundredths, but having set 3 fast laps all the same, they knew the race pace was good. Indeed it was and in the dry pre final Marsh just missed out on victory finishing a very close 2nd. The rain finally fell and led to a wet tyre final on a drying track. Having not tested on the X30 Komet wet tyres before Marsh was unsure of the grip levels in the early laps, once he settled in to a good rhythm mid race he was able to bring home the DHR Alonso kart in an outstanding 2nd place.

Click for larger image... Meanwhile Luke Ide in Junior Rotax has been in excellent form and took a very strong 2nd place at Whilton Mill club race a couple of weeks back missing out on the win by a matter of inches setting fastest lap along the way. He backed this up with an outstanding drive in the wet conditions at PF with another 2nd place spot again just missing victory against a top quality grid of drivers.Click for larger image...

DHR would like to thank Ogden engines for the excellent equipment and assistance with the X30 package.  DHR are inviting both Junior and Senior drivers to come and test the Iame X30 with them with opportunities in the team for drives in LGM, Super 1 and for those interested international races along with all the usual club races. X30 interest has already been intense and the team have limited spaces available for next season. So if you want to race with a successful leading team with a professional image and approach and winners of 3 Super 1 championships in the last 4 years then please get in touch as you'll be pleasantly surprised by our packages available.

For more information please contact Dan on 07960 047810 or email dan@danhollandracing.co.uk.

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Fantastic Showing For Ogden    Click for larger image... (10/12)

On Sunday Ogden Motorsport produced a fantastic showing at the final meeting of the 2015 season at the Trent Valley Kart Club.

The day started well when Owen Byatt and Tyler Chesterton poled their respective groups in Junior X30, with Scott Mackrell poling his group and Sam Marsh, racing in his first X30 senior meeting finishing second in his group.

With changeable weather conditions the kart set up was never going to be easy, but in the Junior Rotax final Zak Fulk (Coles Racing) came through to win, whilst Luke Ide (DHR) drove well to come across the line second. In the Junior X30 class Owen Byatt could not reproduce the same result as in timed qualifying, finishing a very creditable second in the changing conditions, whilst in the senior race Ogden-prepared motors finished second, third  and seventh, but a nose cone infringement caused Mackrell to be punished with a 10 place penalty.Click for larger image...

We are preparing our new website, which is due to go live next week, so we are asking customers past and present to send in any images they may like to see in our gallery. Pictures can be emailed to steve@steveogden.co.uk.

We have also now set up a Twitter account @ogdenmotorsport, so if anyone using our prepared motors would like us to mention them on our results feed let us know.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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10% Off Chain Monkey This Christmas    Click for larger image... (09/12)

Click for larger image... Chain Monkey; the Karting industry's very first precision chain tensioning tool now has 10% off for a limited time only!
 
The task of tensioning a chain can be a tedious and time consuming task, especially on Karts. But not anymore. Our unique, patented technology provides a fast, simple and accurate solution to quantified chain tension.
 
Kart racers and mechanics alike are looking for ways to tension the drive chain quickly, easily and on the first attempt. The movement of the engine on the chassis as it is tightened down always causes the chain to be either too slack or too tight; resulting in time wasted trying to achieve the correct tension.
 
Click for larger image... The Tru-Tension Chain Monkey solves this problem by applying the correct tension to the chain before the engine is tightened down. Once removed, it sets the chain with the perfect tension first time, every time, without the need for additional adjustment.
 
Precise chain tension will reduce lap times, prolong sprocket life, increase chain life and improve engine life.
 
To find out more about Chain Monkey and to purchase yours for just £17.99, simply visit www.tru-tension.com.

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2016 Calendar Of Events    (09/12)

The Super One Series have issued a revised 2016 Calendar and are very pleased to welcome Lincolnshire Kart Club who is hosting the July round at Fulbeck Kart Circuit.
 
The revised 2016 calendar is as follows:
 
March 19/20 Rowrah - MiniMax, Junior Max, Senior Max, Honda & IAME Cadet, KZ1, Junior TKM, TKM Extreme
April 23/24 Rissington - MiniMax, Junior Max, Senior Max, KZ1, IAME Cadet, Jun/Sen X30
May 14/15 Glan y Gors - Junior TKM, TKM Extreme, Junior/Senior X30, KZ1, IAME Cadet, Honda Cadet
June 4/5 Llandow - Junior TKM, TKM Extreme, KZ1, IAME Cadet,  Junior & Senior X30
June 25/26 Buckmore - MiniMax, Junior Max, Senior Max, Junior TKM, TKM Extreme, IAME & Honda Cadet
Julu 9/10 Fulbeck - MiniMax, Junior Max, Senior Max, Junior/Senior X30, IAME & Honda Cadet
August 13/14 Larkhall - MiniMax, Junior Max, Senior Max, Junior/Senior X30, Honda Cadet, KZ1
September 10/11 Shenington - MiniMax, Junior Max, Senior Max, Junior TKM, TKM Extreme, KZ1, Honda Cadet
September 23/24/25 PF International - MiniMax, Junior Max, Senior Max, Junior TKM, TKM Extreme, Honda & IAME Cadet, Junior & Senior X30 Qualifier.
 
Please note the classes at Rissington and Glan y Gors have been swapped due to the RGMMC organisation revising their calendar for the Euromax Round 2.  The Super One Series wishes to apologise to its entrants and teams for this change to the calendar caused by events outside the control of the Super One. 
 
Registrations are coming in fast for the 2016 series and competitors are urged to book their competition number as soon as possible by going on line to http://superoneseries.com/registration/ for a discount offer or downloading the registration forms from the Super One website.

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Lydd IKR Race Meeting    (07/12)

Click for larger image... Lydd is bracing itself for a new set of lap records!
 
The next IKR race meeting is Sunday 13th December for Round 3 of the Owner Driver Winter Champs.
 
Last chance for racing before Christmas, we are expecting a busy race meeting, please note entries are taken up to and including Sunday morning. (Or, enter via trakentries on our website, deadline being the 9th Dec).
 
We run practice, timed qualifying, 2 heats and a final for Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max, ProKart, Senior Rotax (162), Rotax Max 177, with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position. Bambino grids have practice/qualify, followed by 3 timed runs.
 
Race meetings see the Honda Cadet Clubman class using fixed gearing 20/72, and all Rotax classes using the Maxxis HG1 tyre - please refer to regulations, available on the website.
 
Clarke Karts Shop is open both Saturday 12th for open testing/practice and Sunday 13th race day.
 
Tyres including the Maxxis HG1 can also be purchased at the weekend or ordered in advance.
 
Café & Clubhouse is open both days for hot food & drink, spectators welcome.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week and garage space hire is £25 per kart/per day. Transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) on 01797 321747 / 01797 321895 or email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk. You can also visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, Find us on Facebook, and download our app at https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com.

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From Karting To BTCC    Click for larger image... (07/12)

Click for larger image... BAB Motorsport and WDE Motorsport have formed an association to become a stepping stone from karting to race cars, with a full structure set in place.
 
The team will be entering and running karts in 2016 as well as cars in the Fiesta Jnr championship as a stepping stone into the Renault Clio TOCA championship. Including full race support and Grade A driver tuition within the team.
 
Everyone is working hard to be at the front of the grid for 2016 after the success of 2015.
 
For any further information or package options then please feel free to contact the team at BAB Motorsport on 07976 686087.

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Join TWMotorsport In 2016    Click for larger image... (04/12)

Click for larger image... TKM class specialist TWMotorsport are gearing up for the team's biggest year so far in 2016.

After taking the TKM Midlands Interclub championship for the third successive year, the TKM Southern Interclub, and the O Plate in the Extreme class over 2015, the team is now firmly committed to winning the Super One series in 2016.

There are limited spaces still available in our S1 program with many services available from awning space to full A&D which all include driver coaching from Former S1 champ William Van Es.
 
Click for larger image... 2016 will again see us based at Rissington as our home circuit as well as a 5 round TKM Championship at Dunkeswell's Mansell Raceway and the Midlands and Southern Interclub championships.
 
We will soon be announcing details of our X30 plans which will include a space in S1 for 1 junior and 1 senior, watch this space...
 
For more details on our S1 campaigns, winter testing, driver coaching, kart prep, kart hire, awning space, or anything else contact us at timwilsonmotorsport@hotmail.co.uk. Or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

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FIA World Motor Sport Council    (03/12)

At its meeting of December 2nd, 2015 in Paris, France, the FIA World Motor Sport Council ​​took the following decisions on the basis of proposals from the International Karting Commission.
 
Superkart
As part of the CIK-FIA European Superkart Championship, a specific classification for drivers using an eligible single cylinder engine will be implemented from 2016.
The CIK-FIA Superkart Mono Cylinder Cup will be awarded to the Driver who has scored the highest number of points on the following scale: 1st 25 points, 2nd 20 points, 3rd 16 points, ..., 15th 1 point.
 
CIK-FIA Endurance Championship
The CIK-FIA has decided to introduce an Endurance Championship from 2016. The Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO) is candidate to host the 1st edition at the 24 Hours of Le Mans Karting, 17-18 September 2016.
 
Tender Awards
Fuel
- Panta has been selected for the exclusive supply of Fuel for all CIK-FIA Championships, Cups & Trophies, with the exception of the European Superkart Championship. The "KART RON 102 Type" Fuel is the same for all these Competitions in 2016.
- Total has been selected for the exclusive supply of fuel in the CIK-FIA European Superkart Championship in 2016 and 2017.
 
Tyres
- Vega has been selected for the exclusive supply of approved tyres in 2016 for all CIK-FIA Championships, Cups & Trophies, with the exception of the European Superkart Championship. As foreseen in the Regulation, the KZ, KZ2 and OK categories will use the "Prime" tyres, the OK-Junior categories and Academy the "Option" tyres.
 
Exhaust
- Elto Racing has been selected for the exclusive supply of exhausts for the OK, OK-Junior and Academy Trophy engines in 2016, 2017 and 2018.
 
Carburetor
- Dell'Orto has been selected for the exclusive supply of carburettors for the CIK-FIA Championships and Cups (KZ and KZ2 categories) for 2016, 2017 and 2018.
 
CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy
- The OTK Group has been selected for the exclusive supply of karts to competitors in the CIK-FIA Academy Trophy for 2016, 2017 and 2018.
 
"I am pleasantly surprised by the total amount of tenders that we received for 2016. The 2015 record was exceeded," said Kees van de Grint, the Vice-President of the CIK-FIA. "This would not have been possible if our philosophy was not good. I take the huge support from the karting industry as a great compliment for the CIK-FIA."
 
"With the arrival of the OTK Group as chassis and engine supplier to the Karting Academy Trophy, it is not just a famous brand becoming involved in this category where young talents are discovered worldwide. Offering the winner of the Trophy the opportunity to compete for free in the CIK-FIA World Junior Championship in Bahrain is a further boost for an already successful series."
 
"The other CIK-FIA Championships, not just the Academy Trophy, should be eligible for such financial facilities! How and what amount, I do not know yet, but after discussions with Luca De Donno, I am convinced that the head of WSK Promotion can produce some interesting proposals in this direction for all competitors."

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New Kart Front Fairings    (01/12)

The Motor Sports Association (MSA) can confirm that the CIK-FIA's detachable front fairing mounting kit will become mandatory in the UK from 1 March 2016, and will be provided for in the regulations from 1 January.

Nigel Edwards, Chairman of the Kart Committee, said "This will be a game changer! It isn't just about the new front nose cone attachment; it's about changing the mentality of the drivers. For years the sport has been blighted with contact driving and this will change that for the better."

For further information, please click here.

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Kart Class Homologation    (30/11)

The Motor Sports Association (MSA) has confirmed the regulations governing the introduction of new non-gearbox Junior and Senior kart classes for the next homologation period, running from 1 January 2017 to 31 December 2019.

There are also new re-homologation regulations for all existing non-gearbox Junior and Senior classes, which must re-homologate for the same three-year period.

The General Regulations that underpin the kart class homologation process can be found in the 2016 MSA Yearbook at (U)1.2.

The new Kart Class Homologation and Re-Homologation Regulations can be obtained from the MSA Technical Department by emailing joe.hickerton@msauk.org.

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Grice Racing Winter Special Offer    (26/11)

Grice Racing have a two month-long Winter Special Offer on intermediate and full rebuilds on all engines. After a hard season's racing, we will freshen up your engine and get you off to a flying start for winter testing and the 2016 season. 

Full rebuild prices from just...
X30 + Rotax: £320
Dyno run-in and power test: £50
Carb ultrasonic clean/prepare: £30
Iame cadet + TKM: £180
F100: £200
 
Full rebuilds include a piston, all bearings, gaskets and seals, and intermediate rebuilds include top end labour, piston, small end assembly and gaskets. Please contact us for intermediate rebuild prices.
 
New for Winter and the coming season is trackside support from legendary driver and mechanic Dean Panrucker, who has a unique combination of skills making him ideally placed to keep our X30 and Rotax drivers in contention at local club meetings each weekend and at both Super1 and LGM rounds in 2016.
 
We have over 30 years experience in virtually every class in karting, and we concentrate entirely on engine preparation, constantly investing in new resources to give you the best. We have a state-of-the-art dyno and rolling road where we investigate every new part when it becomes available and we're fully up to speed with the new Rotax Evo specification. In X30 we've been at the front since the launch of the class.
 
All prices are plus vat.
 
For more details contact Tom Grice on 07707 298774, Dean Panrucker 07581 793552, or the Grice Racing workshop on 01268 727847.

You can also visit our website at www.griceracingengines.com.

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Fusion Offer Exprit Tests    (27/11)

Click for larger image... Newly appointed official Exprit UK dealer and multiple British Champions, Fusion Motorsport, are offering test drives on the all new 2016 Exprit Noesis, with optional driver coaching also included.
 
Through the winter months, the Kimbolton based team will have a test kart available on selected dates at PFi (Tues/Fri/Sat) and Whilton Mill (Wed/Thurs). Complete packages for junior or senior X30 are available on request and Fusion X30 team tests can also be arranged.
 
There will be limited availability, so to book a test or for more info please contact us on 07733 011221 or email dan@fusionmotorsport.co.uk, or call Piers Sexton on 07584 359412.
 
Stop press: A test kart has just become available for this Saturday 28th November at PFi, please contact us asap as this will be on a first come first served basis..

Exprit & Fusion - the future's bright... orange!

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The Future's Bright    (25/11)

Click for larger image... Strawberry Racing appoints Fusion Motorsport as Official Exprit Dealer.
 
To go with its stunning, new orange colour scheme the 2016 Exprit chassis range from OTK will be officially raced and sold in the UK by Fusion Motorsport.
 
The Kimbolton-based squad will exclusively campaign in Exprit karts, as it concentrates on the Junior and Senior X30 Super One championships.
 
Fusion's location near the fast Cambridgeshire circuit gives prospective customers the perfect testing facility, while Exprit owners can now benefit from having a recognisable base for parts, servicing and advice.
 
For more information about the Exprit chassis range, please visit www.expritkart.com.
 
To arrange a test drive, or to discuss race opportunities with multiple-title winning Fusion Motorsport team, please call Dan Hazelwood on 07733 011221, or send an email to dan@fusionmotorsport.co.uk.
 
You can also learn more about Exprit and Fusion here www.fusionmotorsport.co.uk.

Find out more about the complete range of OTK karts, race wear, and stockists by visiting www.strawberryracing.co.uk, call 0114 288 9933, or email info@strawberryracing.co.uk.

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New Appointment For Primo Racing    (25/11)

Click for larger image...Primo Racing appointed Scottish & Northern Agents for Mach1.
 
UK Distributor MLC Motorsport are pleased to announce the Primo Racing run by Colin McNair will be providing support for the Mach1 Kart in Scotland and Northern UK region.
 
Team Principle Colin has vast experience including working with CRG factory team and PDB in Europe plus within some of the best teams in the UK. Primo offer race support for all classes and for all drivers from novices to the most experienced.
 
Click for larger image... "We look forward to a great future working with Colin and his team. Not just supplying them a great product, but by helping him grow his business, and most importantly win races. The product has performed exceptionally this year, and to continue to meet the demand we needed to spread the distribution network. After a few months of planning everything is now in place for him to join the Mach1 family" Lee Murray Director MLC Motorsport.
 
Tests will be available from the middle of December, for more information on the Mach1 Kart in the north or to arrange a test, get in touch with Colin at Primo Racing.
 
Call Colin McNair on 07837 496124, email Primoracing@yahoo.com or find us on Facebook.

 
Professional dealer enquiries welcome for other UK regions contact: info@mlcmotorsport.co.uk - Lee Murray 07701 065325.

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Kosmic/KR Sport Partnership    (25/11)

Click for larger image...New Kosmic/KR Sport partnership is out of this world.
 
Strawberry Racing is delighted to announce that, with immediate effect, KR Sport is the new official UK dealer for the Kosmic chassis range.
 
"We would like to take this opportunity to thank Steve Lake at Aim Motorsport for all his hard work over the last few years, running Kosmic karts and promoting the brand," said Strawberry Racing's Warwick Ringham. "We wish him well in his new venture."
 
While a new website ( www.kr-sport.com ) is constructed, please contact KR Sport's Ashley Orchard on 07921 225 680 or send an email to ash@kr-sport.com.
 
Find out more about the Kosmic chassis range by clicking on www.kosmickart.com.
 
For more information about the complete range of OTK karts, race wear, and stockists, visit www.strawberryracing.co.uk, call 0114 288 9933, or email info@strawberryracing.co.uk.

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Mad-Croc Karting    (24/11)

Click for larger image... The Mad-Croc MC-01 kart finished the Whilton Mill Championship off in style with Kart-Tek's Brett Wykes taking Victory in Sunday's Senior X30 Final, completing 9 final wins out of the 11 for the Mad-Croc kart at Whilton this season.
 
Privateer Owen Byatt, brought his Mad-Croc home 2nd in X30 Juniors which adds to his strong results of a 8th and a 6th at the last two rounds of the LGM X30 Tour at Shenington and PFI.
 
Click for larger image... For its debut season the kart has had a lot of success. As well as winning the 2015 CIK/FIA European KF Championship, in the UK it has Won the Kimbolton Club Championship in Junior X30, 1st & 2nd in Senior X30 in the Whilton Mill club championship, winning the East Anglian Trophy in Senior X30, broke the Whilton Mill and Kimbolton lap records, as well as many race wins, pole positions, podiums and fastest laps in the LGM X30 Tour and club meeting up and down the country.
 
Mad-Croc Karting UK will be attending KartMania at Silverstone on 28 - 29 November. Come along and see us for a chat and see the Mad-Croc Energy Drink powered kart!

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Zip Kart At KartMania    (24/11)

Great offers from Zip Kart at the KartMania Show this weekend.
 
Zip Kart are pleased to announce that they will be having a VAT Free sale this week available on all Zip Kart Products* including Bambino Karts and engines/spares, Cadet Karts, X30/Rotax Karts and DID Chains and much more all will be offered VAT free for customers who pre-order items for collection at the show.
 
Customers wishing to place orders should call 01327 855310 to place their order, then Zip Kart will take to the show for collection, Customers who are not planning to visit the show can still take advantage of the VAT offer by ordering the items this week and we will then despatch the orders via Courier**.
 
We look forward to see seeing many of you at the show here we will have the complete Zip Kart range on display including the 2015 MSA British Cadet Championship winning Zip Eagle Cadet Kart.
 
* - T&Cs apply on some products. ** - Carriage charges may apply.

Call 01327 855310 to place your order today.

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Super One Series Links With JAG    (24/11)

2016 winners and rookies in each Rotax class will continue to win a free 2017 registration and all entries plus free tyres in the new lower cost series, sponsored by J.A.G. Engineering. As an alternative to the free Super One season's racing, which can be transferred to the next Rotax class up, they can have a new Rotax engine. The winners in Rotax Max and Junior Max in 2016 will also receive a free entry to the 2016 Rotax Grand Finals to be held at Sarno, Italy in October.
 
In addition all Rotax privateers will be offered independent awning space in 2016, which will be managed by the Super One organisation in conjunction with JAG Enginering. This assistance to privateers will help to further reducing the cost of doing the UK's only Rotax national championship.
 
Super One is the only championship authorised to offer the coveted 1 - 10 numbers.  With control fuel from a designated local filling station costs of doing the series are slashed, see illustrative costs on the 2016 registration form or here: http://superoneseries.com/what_does_it_cost_superone_series/.
 
So now is your chance to compete in the biggest and best championship by going on-line to http://superoneseries.com/registration/ and registering for 2016, or download the forms, or enrol at KartMania.

Rookies that register by the end of November will also receive a free tyre holder for the 2016 season.

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Super One Series & Kartmania    (23/11)

Click for larger image... Get along to KartMania at Silverstone on 28 - 29 November to sign up for the 2016 Super One Series and to catch all the bargains and seminars.  Super One Series promoters will be on hand to answer all your questions about the lower cost 2016 series. For instance control fuel will be from a designated fuel station saving competitor's funds. See the 2016 registration form for illustrative costs for each class or here: http://superoneseries.com/what_does_it_cost_superone_series/. TKM Junior and Extreme competitors will make further savings with no Friday practice for these classes, and restricted tyre use. 
 
The Super One Series is the only officially sanctioned British and National short circuit championship series in the UK. IAME Cadets and KZ1 shifters have the huge honour of competing for the highest accolade - an MSA British Championship. Just look at the previous Super One Cadet winners - Jenson Button, Daniel Wheldon, Oliver Rowland and Lewis Hamilton. And from 125cc gearbox the UK has produced the likes of Indycar racer Jack Hawksworth.
 
The Honda Cadet, MiniMax, Junior Max, Rotax Max and TKM classes are the official national championships for the UK. Only this series is permitted to issue the coveted seeded numbers 1 to 10 which are recognised by every MSA club. And the X30 offers a chance to compete for three free entries each in the X30 Junior and Senior International event.
 
After a massively exciting 2015 season with 319 unique competitors and over half a million Youtube views of the MotorsTV series, yet to be concluded with the Awards Ceremonies at the Autosport International Racing Car Show. Find the 2016 dates on the Super One Series Calendar tab.
 
So now is your chance to compete in the biggest and best championship by going on-line to http://superoneseries.com/registration/ and registering for 2016, or download the forms, or enrol at Kartmania.

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Try Our Fantastic New Circuit    (23/11)

Click for larger image... Lydd Kart Circuit would like to invite drivers to come and use our fantastic new, fast circuit this weekend.

Sunday 29th November is our Owner Driver Day with open practice & testing.

A full day (10am to 4pm) is £50, members £45. Half day (10am to 1pm) or (1pm to 4pm) £30, members £25. An extra driver to a signed-in kart is just £5!

Sign-on takes place in the Clubhouse and sessions may happen if the track becomes busy.
 
Café & Clubhouse are open all day for hot/cold food & drinks and the Clarke Karts Shop is open all day too.
 
Bambino Hour is from 9am to 10am for both 4/stroke & 2/stroke Bambino karts.
 
Plus, the Lydd Kart Circuit app is now live! Get it from the Apple App Store or Google Play. https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com.
 
Contact us on telephone 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, or email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk.

You can also visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com or find us on Facebook.

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2016 Honda Cadet Exhausts    (23/11)

Click for larger image... After extensive evaluation the ABkC has chosen a new Honda Cadet exhaust for 2016 from DEP Pipes.  The new exhaust may be used from 1 January 2016 and will be mandatory in the class from 31 March.  The DEPHC1600 exhaust plus the mandatory heat guard DEPHG16#01 together will retail at £110.02 plus VAT and will be available from DEP Pipes, the main engine preparers, Project One and Zip Kart.  DEP Pipes has an exclusive agreement to supply the sole exhaust for Honda Cadet for three years.  MSA has given approval for the replacement exhaust in the class.
 
Click for larger image... The ABkC has been seeking a replacement exhaust in the class for over a year as forewarned in all the 2015 ABkC Newsletters.  The reason for the change is to save competitors evaluating different Honda exhaust for performance or reliability, or having their exhaust professionally de-baffled.  It is well known that the standard exhaust suffers from naturally occurring heat damage. The evaluation included performance and sound level; parity with the current exhaust; that the exhaust cannot be easily modified; there is no significant weight increase; each exhaust is consistent providing the same power and to reduce the risk of burns.
 
DEP Pipes are a professional and reputable motorcycle exhaust manufacturer.  The exhaust will come with a limited 12 month manufacturer's guarantee and any quality issues will need to be reported to DEP with proof of purchase, driver's details, proof of racing (MSA or certain IKR circuits) where the issue arose together with pictures and a written report or preferably the return of the product for evaluation. The heat guard may be purchased separately as a spare part.
 
The exhaust will not be permitted in Honda Junior or Senior in 2016 but its use for 2017 will be evaluated. A formal bulletin will be issued for the Honda Cadet class regulations.  The 2016 Honda engine Technical Regulations, which are having a thorough re-write to include the use of new scrutineering tools,  will be available by the middle of December.
 
Further inquiries can be made to DEP Pipes, Buckland hill, Maidstone, Kent, ME20 7JX. Visit www.deppipes.com, email sales@deppipes.com or telephone +44 1622 765353 / fax +44 1622 765353.

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Olivier Maréchal On OK Engines    (23/11)

Click for larger image...The current Team Manager of Kosmic Kart Racing, the team that won the 2015 CIK-FIA World KF Championship with Karol Basz using a Vortex engine, the Belgian Olivier Maréchal is also known for his talents as an engine tuner. He welcomes the introduction of the new OK and OK-Junior engines in 2016 from both points of view.

What the OK engines will change in the work of your team?
The simplification that accompanies the new homologation of OK engines will first result in significant time savings for our mechanics. With the external water pump, adjustments to the base engine will be faster. The installation of the electrical wiring on a KF was a tedious process requiring close attention, especially as we had to replace the full kit several times during a meeting. The search for possible faults will also be easier. On the other hand, charging starter batteries regularly was a recurring concern in KF. Not to mention the risk of explosion or fire. Unfortunately, we are well placed to know this ...

What is your opinion on the competitiveness of OK engines?
The 2016 season will be crucial, as with any change of regulation. But the basis of OK remains close to that of KF and I think we can trust the leading manufacturers in terms of reliability. The additional 1000 RPM authorised maximum engine speed should not be a problem. First, lowering the minimum weight should give performance at least equivalent to that of KF and it would not be surprising if we rapidly exceed it while offering greater Driver satisfaction.

What benefits do you see for engine tuners?
The engine will now have two single-make essential accessories: the exhaust and the power-valve. For the exhaust, we will no longer need to constantly test new models at different circuits. We will simply adjust the length within the limits of the regulations. The new power-valve will simplify the work of preparers. As well as greater reliability, the disappearance of boosters will limit the role of new parts that factories sometimes offered several times a season. This relates primarily to private engine tuners who did not have easy access to cylinder developments for financial reasons. Everyone will be on an equal footing, and the expertise of some talented preparers who could not keep up with the developments in KF, could return to the forefront with OK.

You therefore welcome the arrival of OK engines?
I am convinced that it was necessary to offer an alternative to KF. These were finally mature and large teams had learned to use them effectively. However, they were never successful at national events and it is there that OK will be most useful. I hope that the lower cost will allow many teams to offer attractive services in their own countries. As for the push starts, we'll see how the drivers react. It will probably not easy for the Juniors and we will follow the progress in the initial races. But I remain convinced that the OK engines will have an overall positive response in high-level competition.

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Llandow Kart Club's Celtic Challenge    (20/11)

The Celtic Challenge is taking place at South Wales Karting Centre on December 6th.
 
A fun day's racing for all ABkC classes at one of the best circuits in the UK with a top 10 corner - "The Hook".
 
- £100 prize fund for all classes (subject to grids)
- Free signing on goodies for the first 100 drivers
- Spot prizes
- Full day's racing
 
Great Circuit - Great People - Great Racing
Entry fee LKC members £55, non-members £60
 
Special offer. If you are a LKC members why not bring a buddy from another ABkC club and both race for half price! That's a full days racing for only £30 for a non member. Just enter online, tick the "pay on the day" box and email both names to colinlip@aol.com or llandowcompsec@hotmail.co.uk to take advantage of this great offer.
 
For further details email to the above or visit (and like) our facebook page or call me, Colin, on 07817 449617.
 
Come to Llandow where the racing is always hot and the sun always shines... well, sometimes!

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Introducing The IAME European Open    (20/11)

Trent Valley Kart Club are excited to announce a brand new International race for 2016, the IAME European Open! 
 
Taking place from 15-19 June at the world famous, PFi circuit, the event will be open to IAME Cadet, X30 Junior, X30 Senior and X30 Masters.

Read the full press release here.

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Rotax Regional Championship    (19/11)

JAG Engineering have pledged their support for a countrywide regional series for the 2016 Club Championship season, subject to MSA approval.

The Regional Championships will be run within existing Club race meetings with just four rounds in each of the five regions.

The Series is to be Co-ordinated by Chris Pullman who has vast experience gathered over many years in the sport. Chris has masterminded the smooth management of both Club and National Championship events, JAG are delighted to have him on board to ensure the success of the Series in all regions.

The Series is to be officially launched at the Kartmania Show at Silverstone over the last weekend in November.

For more information contact
chris.pullman@outlook.com
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Race Preparation For 2016    (18/11)

Click for larger image... Successful and professional team NJL Racing have limited availability for their winter testing and race programme which includes driver coaching/ kart set up/ awning space. Each programme is personalised to suit the driver to achieve their ultimate pace/ knowledge and skills.
 
NJL Racing can help drivers looking to progress under the guidance of their top flight team, to drivers looking to fine tune, find extra performance and consistency with benefits of professional driver coaching with BTCC/GT and British Super One experienced driver coaches and access to data analysis/set up.
 
Most circuits available Whilton Mill / PFI / Kimbolton / Rissington and Shenington in Bambino / Cadet / Rotax and X30.
 
Services also available (limited spaces) for last round at Whilton this weekend and Kimbolton!
 
NJL Racing Team Services offer:
Professional Team support
Kart Storage and transportation facility
Full Kart Preparation
Kart Hire 
Driver Coaching / management / analysis
Driver PR & Sponsorship services
Awning Space
 
For more information contact nick@njlracing.com or tel 07774 891435 to discuss your requirements.

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Lennox-Lamb On OK Engines    (16/11)

Click for larger image...The Briton Jordon Lennox-Lamb has extensive experience of high-level karting. The Vice-World Champion in KF in 2015, he has actively participated in the development of the new OK engines with the IAME factory. He has delivered a highly relevant analysis of the new generation of direct-drive kart engines which will come into use from 2016.
 
"I'm really enthusiastic about the OK engines. The introduction of a simplified exhaust valve and a one-make exhaust are excellent decisions to facilitate the wider deployment of these engines in every country. The OK engine is very nice to drive. Its maximum speed and how it is achieved, combined with the lightness of everything, provides thrills that had been forgotten. In comparative tests, an OK kart proved to be half a second faster than a KF at Lonato. In the same vein, still at Lonato, the top speed is not achieved at the end of the straight, but later, after the wide curve, because the OK can accelerate for longer."
 
"It is close to the sensations produced by the old 100cc. The removal of the hand-controlled front brakes follows the same logic. The talent of the driver will be more important in overtaking with this configuration, as it will require a greater sensitivity to the kart's grip to avoid locking the rear wheels. Some are already saying that OK will be more physical to drive, but again, this is positive for developing good drivers. For me, this is not a problem and I think it is not bad that young people need to work on their fitness more!"
 
"Like everyone else, I hope that the different brands will be close in performance from the start of the season to avoid a possible arms race to make up the gap. The management of the races in OK-Junior remains subject to a number of questions, as the 13-15 age group will need to get used to the disappearance of the clutch and the starter. But I am convinced that OK engines have the potential to fulfill their goal and attract a greater number of drivers worldwide. I personally am looking forward to competing in OK races."

For more information on the CIK-FIA visit www.cikfia.com.

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Saltire Motorsport Joins CRG    (13/11)

CRG GB would like to welcome Duncan White and his championship-winning Saltire Motorsport team to the CRG family.

Saltire Motorsport will become CRG's master distributor for Scotland and the North of England. A full range of karts and spare parts will be available from the team and any traders interested in carrying CRG karts in Scotland should speak directly to Duncan.

Keiran Crawley from CRG GB commented "We are pleased to welcome Duncan to the family and feel his wealth of experience will be a great fit for our brand".

"We tested with Duncan and his team and immediately felt at home and we know that this will be a good place for our Scottish drivers to sample our product".

Euan Jeffery of CRG Spa said "I have known Duncan for many years and both myself and Mr Tinini are very happy to finally be working directly with Duncan and his team. We feel our Scottish customers will be in safe hands over the coming years".

For more information please contact Duncan White on 07717 504845 or email saltiremotorsport@btinternet.com.

CRG GB can be contacted on 01327 842778 or by emailing crg-gb@kartcrg.com.

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HTR Racing Returns To S1    (12/11)

HTR Racing with Synergy/Honda are returning to the S1 British Championship after a year out of the series.

Having competed for 10 years it was decided to have a break from S1 and concentrate on developing the team, it's drivers and working with the new Synergy chassis in preparation for returning to S1 in 2016. 

 
After winning the NKF and CKRC championships and numerous club events HTR are pleased to be returning to S1 and running the Official Synergy team!

HTR Racing will be competing at the S1 British Championship, NKF Championship, PFI and Rowrah club events as well as pre rounds of all the championships.

HTR Racing will carry all parts and spares for the Synergy chassis.

If you are interested in joining a championship winning team in our well-equipped awning please call Derrick on 07836 248459.

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Kart-Tek Awning Space    (12/11)

Kart-Tek are offering awning space at Shenington, Whilton Mill, Rissington and Kimbolton circuits.

From just £50 per weekend this will include heaters and electricity supply and, in addition to this we also offer kart set up advice from £75 per weekend.

We offer a kart storage facility, kart preparation prior to you arriving at the circuit, and kart transportation to and from the track.

In addition we can provide driver tuition days on weekends or week days, including kart set up.

We also offer kart hire for Iame Cadet, X30, and Rotax Engine hire, plus equipment from our support van.

Over the years Kart-Tek have won the British Championship, Open Championships, Midland championship, several Cub Championship, and Easykart Championship, so our pedigree is clear.

We attend Whilton Mill every Wednesday night to coach Cadet and Bambino drivers who are preparing to take their MSA Licence.

If you would like to discuss any of the above please contact Darren Masters on 07469 189272, or email kart-tekracing@live.co.uk.

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Karting Experience Days    (12/11)

Brett Wykes Racing offers corporate karting days and driver experience days in full- race prepared Rotax Max, Iame Cadet and X30 karts.

We cater for birthday parties as well as one-to-one driver tuition and coaching where drivers can take to the track with former British Champion Brett Wykes.

We also offer Awning space at Shenington, Whilton Mill, Rissington and Kimbolton as well as kart storage and transportation to and from the circuit.

Driver coaching at Whilton Mill is available for all classes including Cadets and Bambino drivers on Wednesday nights.

Brett has won the British Championship, Open Championship, Midlands, Whilton Club, Rissington Club, Shenington Club, and Kimbolton Club championships plus lots more, so you can be sure you're learning from the best.

Call Brett Wykes to discuss your requirements on 07792 990592 or 07469 189272 or email kart-tekracing@live.co.uk.

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TVKC Winter Series    (11/11)

Trent Valley Kart Club announce the introduction of the new CIK style front fairing mountings (applies to all non-gearbox Junior & Senior karts) which will be used during the Club's Winter Series taking place on the following dates...

6th December 2015
31st January 2016
7th February 2016
6th March 2016

This will be a mandatory MSA requirement at all clubs/tracks from 1st March 2016.

TVKC are convinced that the introduction of the new front fairing mountings will act as a real deterrent against 'loading' at race starts, first corner incidents & general pushing on track. The outcome should be that races become less of a lottery, driver's respect levels improve, and accident damage should be reduced.

We will be following the 2016 Regulations:
Should the Front Fearing be out of position on the two mounting brackets (ie pushed inwards to the left, right or fully pushed back) as recorded by the 'Judge(s) of Fact' on entering Parc Ferme after the race, a mandatory/non appealable penalty of a 10 place penalty will be applied to that race.

Drivers can of course choose to enter the pits, replace/reposition the nose cone and return to the track thus avoiding the mandatory post-race penalty (assuming it is correctly located entering Parc Ferme).

We know this will require a total change of 'mind set' on how you drive and there will inevitably be genuine incidents, reasons etc, but in the longer term we are committed to improving the standards of driving at the Club and believe this is another 'tool' to help rid the sport of its 'crash/bang label'.

To help all our members (Junior & Senior) embrace this initiative, TVKC will be supplying 'Free of Charge' one set of mounting brackets when you enter the Winter Series - in almost all cases these should fit directly onto your 2015 front nose cones, meaning no additional costs to yourself.We hope you can all see the long term benefits, we will surely all endure some hardship getting there, but as the country's leading kart club we thought it should be us who lead this karting initiative (remembering it will be mandatory in March 2016 - thus giving you time to adapt to the driving style change before the new season).

For more information visit www.tvkc.co.uk.

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Format Changes Slash TKM Costs    (11/11)

Tal-Ko Racing and Super One have agreed a special new package for the Formula TKM classes which will reduce costs for those wanting to race in the prestigious Super One ABkC National Championship in 2016.
 
The new deal has been compiled over the past few weeks after consultation with drivers on what they would like to compete in the Super One national championship for TKM.
 
The changes and format are...
 
- Championship over six rounds with reduced traveling and costs for most competitors.
- A new race format will be announced shortly with long races and a format to suit the rookie and the experienced Super One drivers
- No Friday testing, only Saturday testing.
- Fuel will be supplied from a nominated fuel station with fuel control.
- Only one set of race tyres per event.
- No new test tyres, testing to be carried out on used tyres from the last round.
- Dry and wet tyres to be held in parc ferme.
- Low entry fee kept at £160 per round subsidised by Tal-Ko.
- Free tyre spikes worth £48 for rookie drivers registering for the series in November.
- TV Coverage on Motors TV
 
Says TKM boss Alan Turney: "We have asked and listened to our drivers and the idea behind the revised package is to give drivers what they want - maximum racing for their money.
 
"I am delighted that John Hoyle of Super One has been able to accommodate the changes we looked for. By reducing the time down to two days on track we know it will save all our drivers money and valuable off-work time as well as helping those doing vital school exams, yet give them the same amount of race time. We will be at every TKM S1 round as usual, offering full BT82 engine spare parts back up as well as being on hand to offer all TKM drivers whatever make of chassis, any technical support they require."
 
John Hoyle said: "We have done everything we can to meet the requests from Tal-Ko and its drivers. We are confident that this will improve the TKM entries. Registrations are flowing in and we look forward to a strong entry with lots of new faces."
Registrations are now open at http://superoneseries.com/register/ - don't delay if you want to choose your favourite competition number.
 
TKM 2016 Race Dates (Provisional):
March 19/20 - Rowrah
April 23/24 - Rissington
June 4/5 - Llandow
June 25/26 - Buckmore Park
Sept 10/11 - Shenington
Sept 24/25 - PFI

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2016 Easykart UK Championships    (10/11)

Click for larger image...The 2016 Easykart UK Championships are now open for registrations - join and become an exclusive Easykart UK member!
 
New for 2016 will be the creation of an exclusive Easykart UK members area within the Easykart UK website.

All owners must register for the Easykart UK Championships first, then from December you will receive your unique Log in code to our exclusive members area.

Within this area you will be able to enter an event on line and order tyres. Each event page will also house a circuit map with gearing and timing strip info as well as the chassis and engine and carb set up for that track.
 
Click for larger image... Set up guides will now only be available in this members area.
 
As a trial in 2015, 5 rounds of the Easykart UK Championship were filmed. The creation of the Easykart UK Youtube channel has seen over 25,000 views and the footage has been enjoyed by all Easykart UK drivers wherever you were in your race!
 
By becoming an Easykart UK member, you will again be able to have 5 rounds filmed of 2016 Easykart UK Championship.
 
All registrations are now coordinated form our central hub office at Easykart UK 01527 889595.
 
So don't delay register for the Championship now via www.easykart.co.uk or find us on Facebook.

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Team Evolution Expands    (10/11)

Following on from our success with Oliver Bearman in the British Championship in 2015, Team Evolution are looking for Honda, Iame and X30 Drivers looking to compete in the Brish Championship / LGM and various club meetings in 2016.
 
As an independent team we can run any type of chassis and have extensive experience with Project One, OTK and Zip Karts and have an extensive stock of equipment and engines for rental if required.
 
The Team is run by ex-British Championship karter - Ashley Whitcroft who understands what it takes to take a novice driver through to winning championships.
 
We have limited space on a first come first served basis and very competitive packages are available for a seasons commitment, for a free initial test* with the team contact Team manager Ashley Whitcroft on 07789 932134 or ashevolution@hotmail.co.uk.
 
* Provision of equipment at additional cost if required.

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Haase Rolling Chassis Offer    (06/11)

Team7Racing, the sole UK agent for Haase Kart, would like to offer our customers a very special promotion featuring the Haase Mistral Senior/Junior rolling chassis.

Haase Italy are celebrating their 25th anniversary and are supporting our success this season with this exceptional offer... a free Chassis frame with every rolling chassis ordered in November - ready for the 2016 season!

This amazing offer is available until the 30th November 2015 so act quickly.
 
Team7Racing will be entering the TVKC 2015/16 Winter Series at PFI. We are also entering the 2016 LGM Championship and TVKC Club Championship.  If you're considering racing in these series we are looking for drivers to join our growing success story next season. If you are looking to be a part of the Haase team or simply want to be a part of a team environment regardless of your chassis, all are welcome.

The new Haase Cadet Chassis arrives next week ready for our customers to collect.  Anyone interested in our new Haase Cadet chassis for the season ahead please contact us to discuss further.

For more information on any of the above, email jay@team7racing.co.uk or telephone 07949 170031.

You can also visit our website at www.team7racing.co.uk.

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Grice Racing Trackside Support    (05/11)

Grice Racing Engines has linked up with Dean Panrucker who will specialise in providing trackside support to all customers. Putting someone with Dean's unique combination of driving experience, technical knowledge and people skills in this role is a strategy that puts Grice ahead of all rivals.
 
Dean was the man to beat in the 1990s and early 2000s in he's own driving and engine building career in ICA and Formula A, winning three O Plates and barely finishing out of the top three in Super One. In the heyday of the 100cc class Dean was responsible for some storming drives against the toughest opposition. He also raced in Europe, competing in the elite Formula Super A in 1999 with NJR and Terry Fullerton.
 
As 15 years a team manager and owner Dean has worked with drivers like George Russell, Jamie Croxford and Jeremy Metcalfe, often setting them on the path to drives with factory teams and beyond. This experience and pedigree will be invaluable in helping Grice customers exploit their full potential during race weekends  and Dean will be at every PFI, Whilton and Kimbolton club race over the winter as well as Super1 and LGM rounds nationwide in 2016 and 2017.
 
Add this to more than 35 years engine building experience and podium results in British, European and World Championships from the early days of 100cc engines, all the way through to recent KF class and more currently X30, Rotax and Iame Cadet engines. Grice have an enviable pedigree.
 
To book your Rotax, X30 or Cadet test please call the workshop on 01268 727847, Tom Grice on 07707 298774, or Dean Panrucker on 07581 793552.
 
Plus, we are still running our special offer deals for full engine builds...

X30 and Rotax - £355
TKM and 100cc - £220
Cadet - £220
All prices are +VAT

Again, please call the workshop to discuss full details and options as our dyno and rolling road facilities are waiting for you!

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The Honda Challenge Is Go!    (04/11)

It's the news 4-stroke racers have been waiting for - the 2016 Honda Challenge is go!

Launching at this year's KartMania show, held on 28th/29th November, the dates for the 2016 races are already available to put in your diary...

6th March
24th April
29th May
24th July
18th September
23rd October
13th November

What's more, the series features race entry fees of only £50 per round!  Great racing - fantastic circuits - exceptional value.
 
Honda rules apply and there will be 2 classes - 160cc & 200cc.
 
For more information or to register your interest come and see us at the show - see www.kartmania.co.uk for directions and ticket details.

You can also call us, Teesside Karting, on 01642 231117.

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2-Stroke Kart Racing Sunday 8th    (03/11)

Click for larger image... Advance Leisure 115cc 2-Stroke Kart Racing!
 
Individual driver events, we supply all the equipment, just book and race.
 
Race format: Individual driver event.
115cc 2 Stroke direct drive racing karts
10 minutes practice
5 minutes timed qualification
Followed by 2 x 30 minute races
Trophies for top 3 driversClick for larger image...
 
This is a mixed ability event with an extremely large grid, all drivers between 17-65 welcome.
 
Next available race: This Sunday 8th November arrive time 11.00am, Buckmore Park.
 
Last round 2015 Sunday 29th November arrive time 11.00am, Buckmore Park.
 
2016 Dates:
Click for larger image... Round 1 - Sunday 31st January - Buckmore Park
Round 2 - Sunday 24th April - Lydd
Round 3 - Sunday 19th June - Whilton Mill
Round 4 - Sunday  3rd July - Buckmore Park
Round 5 - Sunday 4th September - Whilton Mill
Round 6 - Sunday 23rd October - Rye House
Round 7 - Sunday 27th November - Buckmore Park
 
Check out Advance Leisure on Facebook for more details.
 
Please contact Rick at advanceleisure@hotmail.com for booking details. All bookings are on a 1st come 1st served basis, book early to avoid disappointment.

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CRG Wins At Shenington    (03/11)

Click for larger image... CRG GB would like to congratulate Oliver Clarke for delivering its first Win for the 2016 Model at Shenington at the October meeting.  Running with the Msport Team, Oliver has settled nicely into the bigger X30 kart with strong performances at both Kimbolton and Shenington, with 2 heat wins and the final showing the kart and driver are ready to win!
 
CRG GB would also like to congratulate Timmy Amadi (Prominent Motorsport) for his stunning drive back to 3rd place overall with the fastest race lap.
 
For more info on our 2016 range of karts please feel free to contact us to arrange a test drive in your area, via email at info@teammsport.com or telephone 01327 842778 or 07968 987883 (mobile).

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Fusion Break Cover With Exprit    Click for larger image... (02/11)

The Fusion X30 team breaks cover with Exprit as the multiple British Champions become UK agents for the OTK chassis.
 
Fusion Motorsport's new X30 team started testing in Valencia, Spain last week, with latest signing, Honda Cadet graduate Louis Westover posting some impressive lap times on the 1.4km circuit.
 
The test also confirmed the team's chassis decision, having selected the Exprit chassis from the OTK range of products.
 
Click for larger image...Click for larger image... Fusion have been appointed as main agents for the striking Exprit range, with the new fluro orange colour scheme making the kart stand out on and off the track.  The team will carry a full stock of OTK spares and offer support to Exprit customers at LGM and selected club and European X30 meetings next year.

Test drives on the new Exprit are also available on request.

 
The full Fusion X30 driver line up will be announced imminently with some high profile names provisionally on board.
 
For more information on the X30 team or the Exprit kart please contact Dan Hazlewood on 07733 011221 or Piers Sexton on 07584 359412, or email dan@fusionmotorsport.co.uk.

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Lydd Kart Circuit Reopens    (02/11)

Click for larger image...Lydd Kart Circuit Owner Driver Winter Championship, round 2, takes place on Sunday 8th November.
 
Lydd's new track is up to 2 seconds faster, yes 2 seconds! This race weekend will likely see a many new lap records, and cheaper racing with the Rotax tyre rule, 1 set of Maxxis HG1's for the entire winter series (all Rotax classes), so come on and enjoy.
 
The club race meetings are part of a 6 round winter championship with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position. Championship awards going to Bambino 4 Stroke, Bambino 2 Stroke, Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max, ProKart, Senior Rotax, Rotax Max 177.
 
We race every 2nd Sunday of the month, open practice the Saturday before.  New drivers to the sport or returning competitors are very welcome. Race entries taken up to and including Sunday morning.
 
Fees are £45 for members and £50 for non-member.
AM/PM half day Saturday practice is £25 member, £30 non-member.
Saturday 9am - 10am Bambino Hour, £20.
Membership is £30 and runs for a year from the date you join/renew, saving £5 each time you visit.
 
We also offer kart storage at £5 per week and garage space hire for £25 per kart/per day. Transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Refer to our website for further information www.lyddkartcircuit.com, or contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) with enquiries on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, send an email to lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk, or Facebook a message.

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Join Primo Racing    (29/10)

Mid-2015 saw the emergence of a new team - Primo Racing based near Larkhall in Scotland which focuses on Cadet and X30 classes.

The aim for 2015 was to focus on Scottish club and national competition which has resulted in various wins and top results. 

For 2016 we are looking to expand to compete nationally and are looking for drivers to join our existing team. We will be looking to compete in the NKF, LGM and 0 Plate championships along with Larkhall, Rowrah and Wigan club championships.

Primo Racing can arrange packages to suit all requirements from driver coaching to full arrive and drive.

If you would like to be part of Primo Racing please contact Colin McNair on 07837 496124 or email primoracing@yahoo.com.

You can also visit  www.primoracing.co.uk for more information.

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Faulkner To Test With ART    (28/10)

Click for larger image... Sam Faulkner has been chosen to test with the ART Junior Team, involved in Formula Renault 2.0 Eurocup and NEC, in France on Tuesday 3rd November at Fontenay Le Comte in France.

Faulkner has won back to back Easykart UK Junior Championships in 2014 and 2015. The talented 15 year old from Bromsgrove (England) has also finished 4th in the Easykart World Finals in 2014 and 2015.

Easykart UK boss Andy Cox is delighted "This is fantastic news for Sam and all young Easykart drivers. Birel ART and the Easykart brand is now in a unique position where young talented drivers can be spotted and rewarded with opportunities like this Formula Renault test with the ART Junior Team".

Click for larger image... Sam started in Easykart Cadet before moving onto Easykart Junior.

"The Easykart ethos of a mono brand Birel ART kart and engine with lower costs really does enhance the emphasis on the drivers ability and talent. Sams results and ability has been well demonstrated within Easykart and I'm delighted that he is being given this opportunity".
 
Want to know more about Easykart? Call Easykart UK on 01527 889595 or visit www.easykart.co.uk. You can also email sales@easykart.co.uk or find us on facebook.

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CIK-FIA's OK Engines    (27/10)

Click for larger image... The homologation procedure for the new OK and OK-Junior direct drive engines is not yet complete but already several countries are expressing interest in the new CIK-FIA engines. All over the world, the arrival of the OK engines is accompanied by a strong hopes for the renewal of Competition Karting.
 
Six brands have applied for the homologation of OK and OK-Junior engines: REXON Motors (Karlheinz Hahn), Vortex (OTK Kart Group), Parilla (IAME), TE (Tenciengines), TM Racing (TM Racing) and LKE (Lenzokart). The procedure will end on 30th November 2015. Meanwhile, demand is growing from the Drivers and Teams, and the ASNs are developing their strategies.
 
Currently, 11 ASNs have confirmed that they will use the new engines in their respective National Championships in 2016.
 
Bahrain, Czech Republic, France, Germany, the UK, Norway, Poland and Romania will use the OK and OK-Junior engines in 2016.
Denmark and Sweden will use the OK engines in 2016.
Switzerland will use the OK-Junior engines in 2016.
 
Many other countries are also favourable to the OK and OK-Junior engines, but have not yet officially made an announcement. In any event, the enthusiasm for these new engines is increasing, both for the sporting authorities and the participants.

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JBH Heads To Scholarship Shootout    (26/10)

Click for larger image... Joseph Burton-Harris, a young 18-year old ex-karter from Reading has been selected by Mazda to compete in the exclusive Mazda Road to 24 Scholarship Shootout in the USA. This is the single-largest prize in grassroots motorsports. JBH as he is known, completed his GCSE's at Emmbrook School, Wokingham one year early in 2012 so that he could chase his dream of becoming a professional race car driver in the USA. After his successful Karting career in Europe and at the Rotax World Championships 2012 and 2013, his selection as a Mazda Road to 24 Shootout finalist is the biggest step this die-hard Reading FC fan has made on realising that dream.

Launched in 2006 as the Mazda Club Racer shootout, the Mazda Road to 24 Shootout has annually promoted one talented club racer into the professional ranks. The USD$100,000 scholarship package supports a drive in the 2016 Battery Tender Mazda MX-5 Cup. For 2016, this will be in the all-new Global MX-5 Cup car, on sale October 1.

JBH raced the Formula Mazda series in the USA during 2015 winning the National Championship at Daytona International Speedway in September. This gave Joseph eligibility to enter the Scholarship shootout, which is a true representation of the modern world of professional race car drivers. The first stage of the shootout begins with rigorous testing as to the candidates' ability to present themselves through multiple written assignments and a video assignment.
 
Joseph, the only representative from the UK has been announced a finalist, one of only nine candidates. The final stage of the shootout will take place at Carolina Motorsports Park in South Carolina, USA on November 8-10. The racers will be tested on the track for their driving skills, and in the garage for their technical understanding of the sport. The aspiring professional racer who wins the prize will have the best range of skills required to succeed: speed, consistency, race craft, technical feedback and off-track business, marketing and PR skills.
 
Additional information about the Mazda Road to 24 shootout, and 2016 MX-5 Cup race car, can be found at www.mazdamotorsports.com Joseph will provide live updates from the Carolina Motorsports Park at jbhracing.com and @JoeBurtonHarris #MRT24.

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Ogden Motorsport Triumphs Again    (20/10)

Click for larger image... Ogden Motorsport triumphed yet again in the IAME X30 Junior World Championships at Le Mans, repeating last year's feat by Zip mounted Josh Smith.

This year it was the turn of David Malukas on the Comp Kart, run by Bryn Nuttall of the BN Racing team. A win was always on the cards, as David's driving was outstanding. With the fastest time in timed qualification, 5 heat wins out of 5, a first place in the pre-final, and a resounding victory in the final, a clean sweep at the event was ensured.

With his engines never missing a beat, it proved once again that Ogden prepared engines are not only fast, but also will go the distance. Further emphasising that the UK's leading, and most successful, independent kart engine building company over the last 10 years can prepare any make of single speed motor to the same exacting standards.

Click for larger image... This result is backed up by the recent success of Sam Marsh in winning the Super One Senior Rotax class, with superb kart set up by Dan Holland Racing and use of Ogden prepared motors.

If your Cadet, X30, TKM, F100 or the ever successful Rotax engine needs that extra care and attention required to win races, call Ogden Motorsports for a quote.

Call 01423 324738 or email steve@steveogden.co.uk .

Photograph of Sam Marsh courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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WTP60 Cadet Engine Parts    (19/10)

Click for larger image... Tal-Ko Racing has been appointed as the sole UK official dealer supplying spare parts for the popular WTP60 engine previously used by cadets in the Little Green Man series.
 
The engine was raced for a number of years with great success before being made obsolete by the switch to the IAME Cadet engine. However there are many WTP60 engines still being used at circuits around the country mainly by hobby driver youngsters and by those competing in non MSA racing.
 
Click for larger image... Tal-Ko, the UK's only manufacturer of kart race engines with the TKM range, also owns the rights to the TKM WTP80 engine for which it also offers a full range of spare parts as well as new complete engines.
 
The spare parts for WTP engines can be bought from Tal-Ko's online store at www.tal-ko.com . Rebuilds and repairs are also available if required.
 
Says Tal-Ko boss Alan Turney: "The little WTP 60cc cadet engine is an excellent and very reliable engine so it is not surprising that there are still many in use. Spare parts had become a problem in the UK so this move will make it much easier for customers to keep their engine running in tip top condition. We will increase our stock to match demand."

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McCarthy Joins Ferrari Academy    (16/10)

Click for larger image... Super One 2015 Junior Max Champion Jack McCarthy has been selected by the Super One for a place on the prestigious Ferrari Driver Academy campus, joining three other talented drivers from different countries for this amazing experience.  The course starts on Monday 19th October at the Ferrari factory in Maranello, Italy.  All costs are covered for Jack during his week at the campus, including Ferrari style overalls, boots and gloves. He just needs to bring his own helmet.

You can see the experience for yourself by viewing this video: https://vimeo.com/129664609 or more information here http://formula1.ferrari.com/en/fda/academy-activities/
 
During his time at Maranello Jack will receive expert tuition on handling a single seater race car as well as help on physical preparation, mental preparation and time on the driving simulator.  Others having had this unique opportunity have become professional racing drivers and some have even reached Formula 1, every professional driver's dream.

Click for larger image...Click for larger image... Promoter John Hoyle said: "This is yet another example of the help Super One offers its participants, the other prizes for the 2015 season will be awarded at the Autosport International Racing Car Show and the awards dinner on Saturday 16th January.  We were very pleased to offer this prize to Jack, he is a most deserving champion."
 
Registrations for the 2016 season will open on 1set November and be available at Kartmania, held at Silverstone on 28/29th November, so don't miss your chance to join Britain's best series, the only short circuit championship offering the MSA British and National Championships and the seeded numbers 1 to 10.

Go to http://superoneseries.com/ for more details.

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Iztech OTK Special Offer    (16/10)

Click for larger image... Iztech Kart Seats are running on offer on two of their most popular products.

Just £150 buys you a super lightweight carbon and aramid floortray with matching chainguard for OTK or equivalent karts!
 
Click for larger image... It's an offer too good to miss do don't delay - buy it today!
 
For more information on our products visit www.iztechkartseats.com or find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/iztechkartseats .

To place your order or for more information call us on 01908 511000 or 07967 757096, or email kevin@iztechkartseats.com .

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Join Persistence Motorsport    (13/10)

2014 saw this emerging and progressive team take both the NKF and Cumbria Kart Club Championships in four classes!
 
2015 has seen the team consolidate and build upon those terrific achievements, with very impressive performances so far for this growing and ambitious team. Successes include: NKF Race Winners at: GYG, Wigan, Hooton Park, Rowrah, Larkhall and Wombwell, across the board in Mini Max, Junior Max and Senior Max categories, and are currently leading both the NKF Championship (Jnr & Snr), and the prestigious PF Championship (Mini & Snr).

The recent 'Cock O' North' meeting at the SYKC at Wombwell, also displayed the versatility of the team by taking victory, first time out, in the emerging X30 class!
 
2016? This could be you!

We will be competing in the LGM, NKF, '0' Plate, PF Championship and Kartmasters, and have limited spaces available for drivers in any of the Rotax or X30 categories. Give yourself the best chance of success in 2016, and join our proven team of winners!
 
Persistence Motorsport also arrange tailored packages to suit any requirements, covering driver coaching, kart preparation and data analysis to full 'arrive and drive' packages.
 
If you would like to be a part of this race winning outfit, please contact Darren Brown (Team Manager) on 07850 977818 or email info.persistence@gmail.com .

You can also visit our website at  www.persistencemotorsport.co.uk.

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Lydd Kart Circuit Improvements    (13/10)

Click for a larger image...Lydd Kart Circuit is now closed for two weeks for resurfacing work.

Thanks to all racers and corporate customers, the whole track is at last receiving a brand new surface.

Circuit owner James Clarke is keeping the promise that he made to his customers when he first took over in February 2011 that his three projects would be:

- New Workshop
- New Track Surface
- New Café

In addition, thousands of pounds has been spent and continues to be spent on drainage and we have upgraded corporate karts & added new ones to the fleet.
 
Shop renovations are to take place and into the future a new gantry & timing screens.
 
We aim to have the biggest, fastest & best circuit in the south.
 
Hire kart bookings start again on the weekend of 24th & 25th October, but we do advise to call in and confirm a booking as the diary is already getting busy!
 
For owner drivers the first day out on the new track is Friday 30th October 10am to 4pm, and the Owner Driver Bambino Hour will be available every day 9am to 10am from 24th October onwards.
 
For more information contact us on tel 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, or email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk .

Visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com or find us on Facebook: Lydd Circuit.

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Winter Testing    (12/10)

Click for a larger image... 2015 MSA British Cadet Champions Aim Motorsport will be traveling to south Spain on the12th of December to test on the 14th-18th  to start our attack on the 2016 Season.

We will be testing at the well-known Campillos circuit which we have used for the past few years to get away from the typical British weather and do some constructive testing with a consistent track from morning to evening.

There will be limited spaces available for transport only or the option to do a full team test with driver coaching so don't miss out on this opportunity.
 
For more information on the Spain test or any other one-to-one days with the team in the UK please don't hesitate to contact Dan Hart.

Email danhartaim@gmail.com or call Dan on 07867 122582.

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Champion Chooses Msport    (08/10)

Click for larger image...Msport Karting is pleased to announce its first new signing for the 2016 X30 championship. Oliver Clarke is the 2015 Honda Cadet British Champion and he is graduating to X30 with Msport Karting.

Oliver had his first test with the team over the weekend and everything went well. Oliver got to sample the 2015 World Championship winning CRG kart for the first time and was happy with the result.

Team Principal Keiran Crawley said "Oliver is a fully sorted driver which is confirmed by his results this season in Honda Cadet. When his Dad called we were glad to get Oliver in the team. During his first test in a big kart Oliver showed why he is already a champion with great commitment and impressive feedback for such a young driver."Click for larger image...
 
Oliver said "I decided with my Dad a while ago that we wanted to be with Keiran and his Msport team. They have already in just two tests taught me so much. I loved driving the big kart and I'm looking forward to my first race with the team at Kimbolton in October."

Msport has just one junior place left for 2016 so if you are looking for a change, please feel free to call for a chat.
 
Msport Karting are based trackside at Whilton Mill Kart Circuit in Daventry.

Contact us via email at info@teammsport.com or telephone 01327 842778 or 07968 987883 (mobile).

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2015 TVKC Awards Evening    (07/10)

Tickets now on sale for the 2015 TVKC Awards Evening!
 
Trent Valley Kart Club are pleased to announce that their 2015 Club Championship Awards Evening will take place on Saturday 21st November at the Belton Woods Hotel.
 
The top 3 drivers from each class will receive trophies plus a complimentary ticket for the evening.  Additional tickets can be purchased for £30 per adult and £15 for children 12yrs and under.
 
Additional awards will also be presented to the Novice Driver of the Year, Rookie Drivers of the Year (Cadet, Junior & Senior categories), the David Mansell Trophy (most points scored) aswell as the TVKC Special Award which is announced on the evening.
 
The dress code for the evening is Smart and with a delicious 3 course meal planned, followed by the award presentations and then a disco and private licensed bar until 1am, it promises to be a great evening and everyone is welcome!
 
Tickets are now on sale!
 
Please click here for more information. The deadline for ticket sales is 1st November.

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Honda Challenge 2016    (06/10)

The new Honda Challenge for 2016.
 
EKL, KartMania and sponsors RPM are pleased to announce the re-launch in 2016 of the successful Honda Challenge.
 
With classes for 160's & 200's the championship will take place over 6 rounds at the following venues.
 
6th March - Whilton Mill
24th April - Clay Pigeon
29th May - PFI
31st July - Teesside
11th September - Red Lodge
23rd October - PFI
 
- Price is £50 per round (no registration fees).
- Format: 15 mins practice - 15 mins qualifying - 3 x heats - final.
- Rules as per Honda.
 
This championship will be launched at the Kart Mania show 28th/29th November where bookings and full information will be available.

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Easykart UK    (06/10)

Click for larger image...The 2015 Easykart UK Championship was concluded at Buckmore Park.
 
To see who was crowned Champion in each Easykart category why not check out the Official Easykart UK You Tube channel via www.youtube.com/user/UKEasyKart and see all the action!
 
Easykart UK is an IKR series with just 4 classes Cadet, Junior, Senior Light and Senior Masters. 
 
We offer a free Easykart driver evaluation test which is obligatory to be passed in order for you to be able to race in the Easykart UK Championship.
 
Click for larger image... It uses a one make Birel ART Easykart chassis with an Easykart IAME air cooled TAG engine with strict  technical and racing regulations in place, there is no cheque book style racing in Easykart - we can even tell you what you will spend for a season before you start!  Click for larger image...
 
Over an exclusive Easykart UK race weekend, drivers experience on average around 2 hrs track time, it's fantastic value for money.
 
Our finals are between 18 and 20 laps each!  Testing on a Saturday is optional and runs from 11am til 5pm, all racing takes place on the Sunday of each weekend.
 
A complete brand new Easykart ready to race and go is just £2199 for Easy Cadet, £2650 for Easykart Junior and £2850 for Easykart Senior - just add fuel!
 
Easykart UK does not allow race teams in our paddock but offers technical support and advice for all Easykart UK drivers with a full inventory of Easykart spare parts available from the Easykart UK truck, so you can purchase things only when and if you need them!Click for larger image...
 
So if you are considering what to do for 2016 why not  take a look at our website www.easykart.co.uk or contact our Easykart UK office on 01527 889595 or email us sales@easykart.co.uk or follow us on facebook  - it's easy!
 
All prices quoted are plus VAT.

Photographs courtesy of Kartimage.

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Lydd IKR Owner Driver    (05/10)

Click for larger image...The 1st of 6 rounds of the IKR Owner Driver Winter Championship start on Sunday 11th October, with pre Saturday practice/testing on the 10th.
 
We run practice/qualify, 2 heats and a final for Bambino 4-Stroke, Bambino 2-Stroke, Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max, ProKart, Senior Rotax, Rotax Max 17, with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position.  Race entries taken up to and including Sunday morning.
 
To confirm, the winter meetings will see the Honda Cadet Clubman class using fixed gearing of 20/72, and all Rotax classes using the Maxxis HG1 tyre. Refer to the owner driver regulations which are available on the website.
 
Sunday 11th of October is also the start of an 8 round Junior Subaru Inter Winter Championship jointly hosted between Bayford Meadows & Lydd Kart Circuit.
 
2015 Summer Championship Awards will be presented on Sunday in the Clubhouse after race day trophies.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week and garage space hire is £25 per kart/per day. Transponder hire is £10 per day.

Café and Clubhouse are open all weekend for hot food & drinks, spectators are welcome.
 
See our website for further information at www.lyddkartcircuit.com , or contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) with enquiries on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895. You can also email us at lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk .

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Ellough Park Raceway    (02/10)

Ellough Park Raceway, East Anglia's only British Championship Circuit, is going from strength to strength with a number of big improvements taking place...

- Circuit Re-Surfacing November 2015
- October 2015 new large outdoor "Full Colour LED Video Screens" - Sports Timing Systems
- New state of the art Club Speed timing, booking, marketing and workshop system installed
- New Corporate under cover pit area
- 2 x New Customer Viewing areas
- New start line gantry with digi flag & scrolling LED screens
- New Mechanic viewing gantry

With its busiest year on record both corporate and kart club, the Suffolk based British championship race circuit has not been standing still.

The circuit will be resurfaced in November with new kerbs which will allow corporate events to be run in the opposite direction, also new cable ducting and additional drainage. A new large outdoor LED screen will be installed at the end of October giving customers and drivers up to date lap times and positions as well as opportunity to advertise and show live footage of racing.

This year has also seen the introduction of the new digi flag system allowing instant flag and driver information to be displayed, as well as the installation of Club Speed's latest timing system that will email your race results to you before you leave the circuit as well as fast texting you when you are about to race. Live timing is also downloadable for corporate customers.

New junior track planned for 2016 - with the growing demand for corporate and owner driver customers we are looking to build a new circuit to allow both tracks to operate at the same time.

Ellough Park Kart Club - 17 & 18th October - with special guests F100 Spirit of the 90's Historic karts visiting Ellough for their first ever double header. Why not come and try this great circuit.

For more information visit our website at www.elloughparkraceway.co.uk or call us on 01502 717718.

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World Motorsport Council    (02/10)

At its meeting on September 30th, 2015 in Paris, France, the FIA World Motor Sport Council took the following decisions on the basis of proposals by the International Karting Commission.

The WMSC approved the deletion of Article 2.3.5 of the International Sporting Code. Consequently, Drivers who hold a national licence can now participate in national Competitions outside their home country, provided they have permission from their ASN.

The WMSC approved the amendment of Article 2.11 of the CIK-FIA Technical Regulations. Any brake system acting on the front wheels is prohibited for al l categories without gearboxes in the CIK-FIA Championships, Cups and Trophies. The homologation of the hand-operated front brakes will be still valid until 31.12.2017. Only the use in CIK-FIA Championships, Cups and Trophies is prohibited from 01.01.2016.

The WMSC approved the amendment of Article 31 of the CIK-FIA Specific Prescriptions regarding front spoiler penalties. From 01.01.2016, the automatic 10'' penalty without possibility of appeal when the front spoiler is moved after an impact, which was successfully tested in the last Competitions at Le Mans and La Conca, will be generalised.

The WMSC approved the 2016 sporting calendar.

April 24th, Essay (FRA)
CIK-FIA European KZ Championship, 1st Round
CIK-FIA European KZ2 Championship, 1st Round
CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy, 1st Round

May 15th, Zuera (ESP)
CIK-FIA European Championship, 1st Round (with OK engine)
CIK-FIA European Junior Championship, 1st Round (with OK-Junior engine)
CIK-FIA European KZ Championship, 2nd Round

June 5th, Adria (ITA)
CIK-FIA European Championship, 2nd Round (with OK engine)
CIK-FIA European Junior Championship, 2nd Round (with OK-Junior engine)
CIK-FIA European KZ2 Championship, 2nd Round

June 26th, Portimao (PRT)
CIK-FIA European Championship, 3rd Round (with OK engine)
CIK-FIA European Junior Championship, 3rd Round (with OK-Junior engine)
CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy, 2nd Round

July 31st, Genk (BEL)
CIK-FIA European KZ Championship , 3rd Round
CIK-FIA European KZ2 Championship, 3rd Round
CIK-FIA European Championship, 4th Round (with OK engine)
CIK-FIA European Junior Championship, 4th Round (with OK-Junior engine)

September 4th, Kristianstad (SWE)
CIK-FIA World KZ Championship
CIK-FIA International KZ2 Super Cup
CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy, 3rd Round

November 20th, Sakhir (BHR)
CIK-FIA World Championship (with OK engine)
CIK-FIA World Junior Championship (with OK-Junior engine)

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Triple 1-2-3 At World Champs    (01/10)

Click for larger image... Tillett rib protectors were used to finish 1st, 2nd and 3rd in all three 2015 CIK-FIA World Karting Championships.
 
La Conca had extremely tough conditions with a thick rubber covering. There is no doubt the load spreading abilities of the P1 and our special personalised protectors helped all these drivers get on the podium.Click for larger image...
 
KF 2015 World Championship La Conca
1st Karol Basz
2nd Jordan Lennox Lamb
3rd Niklas Neilsen
 
Click for larger image... KFJ 2015 World Championship La Conca
1st Logan Sargeant
2nd Clement Novalak
3rd Caio Collet
 
KZ 2015 World Championship Le MansClick for larger image...
1st Jorrit Pex
2nd Paulo De Conto
3rd Arnaud Kozlinski

For more information on the Tillett P1 Rib Protector as well as our other championship winning products, visit www.tillett.co.uk .

You can also contact us via email to info@tillett.co.uk or call us on +44 (0)1795 420312.

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Rotax Winter Series Mallorca    Click for larger image... (30/09)

Click for larger image... The Mallorca Kart School are hosting a Micro RotaxWinter Series for drivers aged 7-11 years old with current race license.

Racing on the 1200m circuit  at Can Picafort - www.kartingcanpicafort.com - the Karts are OK1 with Micro Evo Rotax engines.

The series boasts championship prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd totalling £3000!

The format will be fully "Arrive and Drive" as follows:-Click for larger image...

Friday/Saturday: Seat fitting (and lesson with an instructor - round 1)

Saturday: Practise from 09.00-17.00 number of sessions TBD (but lots) followed by qualifying at 17.30.

Sunday: Warm up, 2 heats (standing start lights to flag racing) and a final final (standing start lights to flag racing), followed by the trophy presentations.

Click for larger image... Click for larger image...All karts will be set up identically with no changes permitted except tyre pressures and tracking. Each meeting will have a new set of tyres and Kart allocation will be drawn from a hat.

The series takes placed on 5/6 December, 19/20 December and 9/10 January.

The price for entering all three rounds is £2,450, or you can race for just £975 per weekend.

For more information please David Robinson on 07798 793272 or email dr@ibsecad.net.

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DHR Expand Into X30    Click for larger image... (30/09)

Click for larger image... DHR have drives available in X30 and Rotax for 2016, as DHR expand into X30...

Leading Rotax team DHR are launching an Iame X30 lineup to work alongside their much successful Rotax team.

Having already secured the 2015 Super One Senior Rotax championship for the 3rd time in 4 years the team feel the timing is right to diversify into the X30 category.


Click for larger image... DHR & Ogden has proved to be a winning combination in Rotax over the past 7 years and their relationship is very strong. With Ogden engines already winning the Snr X30 British Kartmasters event this year it's clear DHR will be looking to continue this successful relationship into X30!Click for larger image...

DHR would like to make clear that the team will continue with Rotax Super One, BNL and Euro Max events and will add to this the LGM series and X30 Super One.

There is also the possibility of X30 International events subject to interest.


Click for larger image... With continued support of Ogden motorsport team owner Dan sees no reason as to why they can't hit the ground running in X30 and invite interested drivers to contact the team for test drives and information on packages available.Click for larger image...

For more information contact Dan on 07960 047810 or email dan@danhollandracing.co.uk .

You can also visit our website at www.danhollandracing.co.uk or feel free to call into our workshop based at Whilton Mill Kart Circuit.

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Rear Hubs Moving?    (30/09)

Click for larger image... Click for larger image...Make rear hubs moving a thing of the past with these 2 adjustable keyways.

2 Pin Keyway design suitable for most kart manufacturers including the major kart brands.

Designed to stop the rear hub from moving in but still allowing for a small adjustment in rear track by simply turning the keyway.

Speeds up adjustment without the need of measuring every time, just move the hole and away you go.

Retailing at £20 + VAT with discounts on multiple orders and trade enquiries very welcome.

For further information contact Jamie or Brian at info@tbkart.co.uk or call 07824 324255.

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RL Racing Department   (29/09)

Click for larger image... RL Racing were dominant in the X30 Junior class at the Super One Series finale, winning both finals against the best in the country.

2 drivers, 2 engine builders, 2 major races, but the same result!

 
As well as a strong showing in Mini Max with Chris Lulham and Jordan Collard both having their shot at leading and fighting for the win ,team mate Hugo Ellis rounded off a successful return to Super One and indeed RL Racing Dept with wins in both finals in Junior X30.
 
Bethany Abbott contested both Mini Max and Junior X30 to further her progression at this level and the improvement is clear to see with a P12 finish in X30 Junior and a barn storming start in Mini Max final 2 up as high as 12th but being drawn into a scrap ending up 20th at the flag. A strong showing as fatigue would begin to set in after completing double the laps of every other driver that weekend.
 
Click for larger image... Click for larger image...Chris Lulham now a regular podium elect driver, did a good job throughout testing and the race weekend with a solid P5 TQ and then a huge 3 second win in heat 1 set him up for a strong assault on the finals - he led final 1 and scrapped for victory in 2 but had to settle for P6 & P4 in the end
 
Team mate Jordan Collard caught the leader and made a mistake on the brakes for hairpin one slipping down the order in final 1 which then made life hard in final 2 with the field spreading quickly.
 
Lucy Fulton had put some hard work in at PFI throughout September and this showed with a P13 finish in the main final catching the lead group near the end of the race and fighting hard for position and lapping within hundredths of the leaders all day.Good job Lucy!
 
Bradley Pennel showed well at his first S1 round and first race with RL taking TQ P5 and two 4th place finishes in the heats following team mate Ellis home in each. Unfortunately the chassis took a knock at the start of final 2 costing valuable time and P7 was a great effort in hindsight.
 
Thanks go to all involved in another great year at RL - special thanks to KKC and Kartune, Cream Racing Engines, KartDavid and Chris Walker.
 
The team now settle into a programme of winter testing and racing in readiness for 2016. There are 3 slots available with RL in 2016 across Mini Max and X30 and to secure one of these places please email to accounts.rlracingdept@live.co.uk or contact Steve Armstrong on 07853586416.

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SSM Super One Series   (29/09)

Nine classes came together for a grand final three day event in the 2015 Stevenage Sheet Metals supported Super One Series at the spectacular PF International circuit in Lincolnshire. Apart from some early fog on Sunday morning delaying the start, the weather was good and the racing was hard especially when top championship places were at stake.
 
MSA British Cadet Championship
Click for larger image... Dexter Patterson was crowned the 2015 MSA Cadet champion prior to the start of the meeting after his appeal from exclusion at the Larkhall round was upheld by the National Court, meaning he only had to tour round safely at the back during the event.  Although second and third in the series for the IAME Gazelle engine were also secured by Jonny Edgar and Harry Thompson the battles at the front were no less intense.  In the first final Taylor Barnard and Edgar broke away at the front and despite Edgar's best efforts took the win after a brief trade of the lead on the last lap.  Thompson got off the grid in sixth place but soon leapfrogged into third.  He endured a hard challenge from Clayton Ravenscroft and Joseph Taylor but regained third for the chequer. Taylor and Brandon Martland came off at the second hairpin and Ravenscroft also lost many places on the final lap. That scrum put Georgi Dimitrov, Maxwell Dodds and Own Marlow behind Thompson. Barnard and Edgar once again broke clear in the second final, and whilst Edgar had momentarily led between the two hairpins, Barnard regained the upper hand into the chicane.  Edgar fought back round the Mike Wilson complex, edging ahead and holding on for the win.  Martland conquered the third place battle only to be excluded for a non-compliance elevating Thompson, Georgi Dimitrov and Lorcan Hanafin who had been third for much of the race.

Final 1: 1 Taylor Barnard (Zip); 2 Jonny Edgar (Synergy); 3 Harry Thompson (Synergy); 4 Georgi Dimitrov (Synergy); 5 Maxwell Dodds (Synergy)
Final 2: 1 Edgar; 2 Barnard; 3 Thompson; 4 Dimitrov; 5 Lorcan Hanafin (Synergy)
Provisional Final Championship Standings: 1 Dexter Patterson 1129; 2 Jonny Edgar 1119; 3 Harry Thompson 1079
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Honda Cadet National Championship
Click for larger image... Nicholas Reeve was well on form claiming pole for the first final from Oliver Clarke but the first start was aborted due to a crash.  Once restarted Reeve shot into the lead and with Clarke in tow put five seconds on the rest of their rivals.  Harry Thompson vaulted to third only to find Dragan Pinsent taking the place having charged up from thirteenth on the grid. But Pinsent came off on the penultimate lap leaving Thompson and Guy Cunnington in third and fourth with a gap to Ben Fayers in fifth.  Reeve and Thompson shared time at the front of the second final, each shuffled to the back of the five kart train in turn but recovering.  Behind this lot Wesley Mason and Pinsent made contact exiting the chicane, Mason spinning.  Reeve, Fayers and Clarke made a break with Clarke snatching second through the final corners and clinching the 2015 title.  "It's been a very hard year, Harry has been working hard and been very quick.  Next year I will be going into Junior X30," said Clarke.

Final 1: 1 Nicholas Reeve (Zip); 2 Oliver Clarke (BRK); 3 Harry Thompson (Project One); 4 Guy Cunnington (BRK); 5 Ben Fayers (Project One).
Final 2: 1 Reeve; 2 Clarke; 3 Fayers; 4 Thompson; 5 Cunnington
Provisional Final Championship Standings: 1 Oliver Clarke 1093; 2 Harry Thompson 1068; 3 Guy Cunnington 1004
 
ABkC MiniMax National Championship
Click for larger image... Click for larger image... Although Kiern Jewiss had clinched the title at the previous round that didn't stop him getting stuck in amongst the leading group.  Mark Kimber had earned pole for the first final and pulled a gap immediately but that was soon reeled in by William Pettitt, Kimber falling to ninth.  The action got hotter when Jordan Collard hit Jewiss in the first hairpin and spun, not delaying Jewiss who took the lead for a couple of laps.  Joe Turney was next to star up front, throwing off a challenge by the recovered Kimber and pulling a gap for the win over Jewiss, Owen Byatt and Kimber.  Kimber hit the front once more in the second final but lost to first Jewiss and then Turney out on this own with Kimber tracking him.  Byatt and Pettitt collided in the chicane then again at turn one this time bringing out the red flag for a premature end.  Meanwhile Jewiss had sliced past Chris Lulham for third.  Axel Charpentier was keeping out of trouble for runner up in the standings whilst Fin Kenneally narrowly pipped Pettitt for third.

Final 1: 1 Joe Turney (Tonykart); 2 Kiern Jewiss (Tonykart); 3 Owen Byatt (Kosmic); 4 Mark Kimber (Alonso); 5 William Pettitt (Tonykart)
Final 2: 1 Turney; 2 Kimber; 3 Jewiss; 4 Chris Lulham (Tonykart); 5 Alex McDade (Tonykart)
Provisional Final Championship Standings: 1 Kiern Jewiss 1117; 2 Axel Charpentier 1064; 3 Fin Kenneally 1012
 
ABkC Junior Max National Championship
Click for larger image... Click for larger image... Jack McCarthy had more or less sewn up the championship title and played safe throughout the finals after a brace of fourth places in timed qualifying and the two heats.  Tom Gamble and Dean MacDonald lined up on the front row for the first final but it was Jonathan Hoggard's good start that catapulted him into the lead.  It was short lived when MacDonald got into his stride until Thomas Turner took over.  Harrison Thomas, now second, nudged Turner at the first hairpin allowing Gamble to bypass both for the win, Thomas hanging on for second over Turner, Scott Snell and MacDonald.  Thomas was speedily demoted from first to sixth on the opening lap of the second final in favour of Gamble.  All eyes were on the fight for the championship runner-up slot between Zak Fulk and MacDonald as it swayed back and forward during the race especially when MacDonald fell to fourteenth at the beginning.  Gamble and Turner were trading the lead until Fulk replaced them.  Gamble recovered first and left the pack behind by 5s, whilst Thomas demoted Fulk to third.  Meanwhile MacDonald had steadily moved up the order to an eventual sixth, holding onto runner-up position in the standings.  Fulk was later penalised by five places promoting Turner and Hoggard.

Final 1: 1 Tom Gamble (Tonykart); 2 Harrison Thomas (Tonykart); 3 Thomas Turner (Tonykart); 4 Scott Snell (Tonykart); 5 Dean MacDonald (Kosmic)
Final 2: 1 Gamble; 2 Thomas; 3 Turner; 4 Jonathan Hoggard (Tonykart); 5 Snell.
Provisional Final Championship Standings: 1 Jack McCarthy 1071; 2 Dean MacDonald 1045; 3 Harrison Thomas 1036
 
ABkC Senior Max National Championship
Click for larger image... Sam Marsh fought all the way for the wins despite having put the title to bed at the last round.  Scott Mackrell topped the timed qualifying but a one lap penalty in the first heat set him back on the grid for the first final, fronted by Marsh and Luke Knott.  Marsh was soon caught by Knott after he had taken Josh Collings, the trio having a fine battle until Collings stopped by the bridge.  Marsh and Knott continued to trade the lead, Marsh just getting the verdict.  Danny Russell was a lonely third after Connor Hall and Gary Donnelly seemed to have a small altercation and both fell behind the recovering Mackrell.  Marsh's tenure of the lead in the second final was short-lived, usurped by Knott, but he soon worked his way back to the front.  Donnelly wanted a bit of the action as well but in the end it was Hall who broke clear for the win over Knott and Donnelly with Marsh relegated to a more distant fourth.

Final 1: 1 Sam Marsh (Alonso); 2 Luke Knott (Tonykart); 3 Danny Russell (Tonykart); 4 Scott Mackrell (Tonykart); 5 Connor Hall (Tonykart)
Final 2: 1 Hall; 2 Knott; 3 Gary Donnelly (Tonykart); 4 Marsh; 5 Josh Collings (Kosmic)
Provisional Final Championship Standings: 1 Sam Marsh 1124; 2 Luke Knott 1097; 3 Connor Hall 1065
 
ABkC Junior TKM National Championship
Click for larger image... Matthew Graham was in the driving seat as far as the championship title was concerned, his to lose, and pole for the first final was a measure of his competitiveness.  He was trailed off the line by Jack Davidson and Ryan Edwards, having a great start from sixth, whilst front row man Christopher Whitton had to leapfrog Suzanne Gutzold for fourth.  Abi Pulling failed to appear, a pinched fuel pipe the problem. Whitton was soon put back by Lee Whittingham but regained fourth on the last lap.  Graham and Davidson pulled clear of Edwards by the chequer and Gutzold was excluded for driving standards.  Graham and Whitton went clear of the third place battle in the second final and remained like that until the premature end.  Matthew Taylor lost many places in the chicane leaving Jack Davidson, Edwards and Sam Fowler fighting for third and finishing in that order. Kristian Brierley and Pulling tried to go through the first two corners side by side after a failed passing attempt on Joseph Reeves-Smith, Brierley slamming into the barriers and bringing out an immediate red flag.  Athough taken to hospital for a check up he was released albeit rather sore and stiff thankfully.  Whitton beat Taylor to the title runner-up position.  "I won't be doing Juniors next year but other than that I have no idea," said new champion Matthew Graham.

Final 1: 1 Matthew Graham (Jade); 2 Jack Davidson (Tonykart); 3 Ryan Edwards (Tonykart); 4 Christopher Whitton (Tal-Ko); 5 Sam Fowler (Jade)
Final 2: 1 Graham; 2 Whitton; 3 Davidson; 4 Edwards; 5 Fowler
Provisional Final Championship Standings: 1 Matthew Graham 1078; 2 Christopher Whitton 1061; 3 Matthew Taylor 1043
 
Click for larger image... ABkC TKM Extreme National Championship
Click for larger image... Al Paterson went clear of the pack as James Ogden came off in the first hairpin in the first final, delaying those behind.  Simon Vercoe and Owain Rosser traded second place, Vercoe eventually driving round the outside of Rosser at the second hairpin on the last lap to seal second.  Matt England, champion elect, reached fourth but was docked five places for gaining an unfair advantage.  Despite the small entry there was plenty of action in the second final, Paterson fighting off a strong challenge from Rosser but eventually eking out a 2s cushion.  Vercoe, Ogden, Kyle Sproat were joined by the recovering England for a massive third place battle, Vercoe prevailing over Ogden.  Paterson's wins took him to second in the points standings, whilst new champion Matt England said: "I think my mentality has changed this year and we made some good adjustments to the kart."

Final 1: 1 Al Paterson (Tonykart); 2 Simon Vercoe (Tal-Ko); 3 Owain Rosser (Jade)
Final 2: 1 Paterson; 2 Rosser; 3 Vercoe
Provisional Final Championship Standings: 1 Matt England 1120; 2 Al Paterson 1102; 3 James Ogden 1100
 
Click for larger image... Junior X30 International Qualifier
Ayrton Simmons was quickly shuffled from first to third in favour of Hugo Bentley-Ellis at the start of the first final.  Then Harry Platten took over at the front, with a decent gap although quickly closed by Simmons once more to the front.  Simmons and Bentley-Ellis traded the lead on the final laps Bentley-Ellis just prevailing with Philip Hanson beating Platten to third.  Bentley-Ellis spent most but not all of the second final in front, Simmons enjoying some brief periods in front, but Bentley-Ellis always had enough in hand to come back.  Platten had a big fight with Simmons for second until he spun round at the first hairpin and fell to ninth.  Thomas Pegram was another who plummeted from third to eighth.  So with these two good results an Platten's spin, Hanson is the one going to represent the Super One at the X30 IAME International Final.

Final 1: 1 Hugo Bentley-Ellis (Tonykart); 2 Ayrton Simmons (Tonykart); 3 Phillip Hanson (Tonykart); 4 Harry Platten (BRK); 5 Bradley Pennell (Kosmic)
Final 2: 1 Bentley-Ellis; 2 Hanson; 3 Simmons; 4 Ross Woodford (Alonso); 5 5 Morgan Porter (Tonykart)
Provisional Final Championship Standings: 1 Philip Hanson 563; 2 Harry Platten 546; 3 Ethan Pitt 532
 
Senior X30 International Qualifier
Click for larger image... Matt Davies took the first final pole but was struggling slightly after his prime chassis had been found cracked.  Josh Collings leapfrogged both Davies and Jamie Flynn to steadily pull away, 6s to the good by the flag, whilst Davies had fallen to fifth.  Connor Jupp broke away from the third place battle but could make no inroads on the leader whilst Dean Hale vaulted into third in the closing stages.  Collings once more disappeared from the sight of the remainder of the pack in the second final leaving Jupp and Euan Wilson to contest second once Hale had been leapfrogged.  Jupp left Hale behind, Hale was taken by Wilson over the bridge with Davies fifth.  Collings topped the points standings and will go to the International Finals.

Final 1: 1 Josh Collings (Kosmic); 2 Connor Jupp (Alonso); 3 Dean Hale (Gold); 4 Euan Wilson (Alonso); 5 Matt Davies (Tonykart)
Final 2: 1 Collings; 2 Jupp; 3 Wilson; 4 Hale; 5 Davies
Provisional Final Championship Standings: 1 Josh Collings 566; 2 Dean Hale 558; Jamie Flynn 546

Full results are available at http://www.tagheuer-timing.co.uk/results/s1/2015/2015.09.27/ , and for more information on the Super One Series visit http://superoneseries.com .

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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Lydd IKR Winter Champs    (24/09)

Here at Lydd we have spoken to our drivers and advise some rule updates to which all drivers voted for.
 
Honda Cadet Clubman
This class was designed as a starter class for Cadets and to help newcomers.  We have decided to fix the gearing at 20 - 72 (dry & wet) to make it easier for dads & lads or newbie mechanics.
Also this will help stop SP engines in the class as it will be more obvious and make things fairer.
Yes, we know there is a slight difference in T1 & T2 engines but we need to move forward at some time as T1 engines are becoming more obsolete.
 
Click for larger image...All Rotax Classes
Again, by unanimous vote due to the expense of tyres, which is hurting our sport at club level, we have decided that the Maxxis HG1 tyre will be used.  This is an endurance tyre used by OEKC that can last up to 9hrs and is very consistent.
Only one set will be allowed for our six round winter championship. The barcodes will be recorded so nobody can change tyres.
This tyre will help save a fortune to help you continue karting, and it's the same for everyone.
Hopefully it will also make karting interesting again with working on new set ups to make the kart work at its optimum on these tyres.
Mojo wets will remain.
 
Prokarts
Due to the Vega wet tyre no longer available the Dunlop KT3S will be used.
 
Contact us on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk , visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com or find us on Facebook - Lydd Circuit.

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Msport Race Team Package    (23/09)

Click for larger image... To celebrate our change to the new World Champion CRG Chassis, Msport karting are offering a team package including the latest KT2 Chassis and either XP tuned X30 or Ogden tuned Rotax engines.
 
We can tailor this package to suit all classes and you can be sure of superb preparation of your race kart. The offer of £650 per race weekend includes hire of the complete kart/engine  and Team fee/Awning space for Saturday and Sunday.
 
Places on this package are limited so please get in contact to secure your place. We will be racing at PFI, Kimbolton, Shenington, Whilton Mill, Little Rissington and Forest Edge.
 
For more info call 01327 842778 or email crg-gb@kartcrg.com or info@teammsport.com.

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Cadet Rear Protection System    (23/09)

The Freeline 60cc Cadet RPS (Rear Protection System) is the only rear pod registered for use in any Cadet category by the MSA.
 
The Freeline RPS went through a complex and detailed crash test programme in order to gain final registration from the MSA and was granted the registration number MSA/DMSB-001-RPS which is is stamped into each Freeline rear pod. Since then the Freeline rear pod is a must in Honda Cadet and is also beneficial in the IAME Cadet class too.
 
Click for larger image... Click for larger image...If you have a rear pod with no MSA/DSB number on it then please be aware that the rear pod is illegal for MSA use. 
 
The Freeline Rear Pod System assembly weighs just 1.65kgs including support brackets and will fit any make of Cadet chassis.
 
The complete Freeline 60cc RPS complete with mounting brackets costs £129.95 + VAT and is available in black colour only.
 
Birel ART UK is offering free delivery on each (retail) Freeline 60cc Cadet RPS ordered from 28/08/15 to 28/09/15.
 
To order yours contact Birel ART UK on 01527 889595.

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Rotax EVO Engine Introduction    (22/09)

Following consultation with BRP-ROTAX and a careful study of current market conditions, JAG Engineering are very pleased to announce the introduction from 1st January 2016 the range of EVO engine units.

This introduction applies to the base engine unit only.

All accessories, electrical components, Carburettor, Exhaust system and all associated ancillaries will remain unchanged until further notice.

The reason for this decision is to ensure stability in the market, but include the option for those wishing to upgrade or buy into the Rotax classes.  In this way customers have the opportunity to benefit from the latest engine model which includes internal improvements. These improvements have been proven and do not enhance performance.

In this respect it is clear the existing engines and their ancillaries will continue to be just as competitive as they are today.

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Chain Monkey - A World First    (17/09)

Click for larger image... Click for larger image... Introducing Chain Monkey; the Karting industry's very first precision chain tensioning tool!
 
Chain Monkey is the world's first tool designed to help you set the tension on your Kart's drive chain to precision and on the first attempt.
 
The task of tensioning a chain can be a tedious and time consuming task, especially on Karts. But not anymore. Our unique, patented technology provides a fast, simple and accurate solution to quantified chain tension.
 
Kart racers and mechanics alike are looking for ways to tension the drive chain quickly, easily and on the first attempt. The movement of the engine on the chassis as it is tightened down always causes the chain to be either too slack or too tight; resulting in time wasted trying to achieve the correct tension.
 
The Tru-Tension Chain Monkey solves this problem by applying the correct tension to the chain before the engine is tightened down. Once removed, it sets the chain with the perfect tension first time, every time, without the need for additional adjustment.
 
Precise chain tension will reduce lap times, prolong sprocket life, increase chain life and improve engine life.
 
Tru-Tension has also conducted extensive dyno testing to establish the optimum chain tension for your kart. The correct chain tension is proven to increase engine performance and improve lap times. By using a Chain Monkey you can ensure the optimum tension is set every time. The optimum chain setting along with the results are stated on our website under the karting category.
 
To find out more about Chain Monkey and to purchase yours for just £19.99, simply visit www.tru-tension.com . To see the Chain Monkey in action with a step by step guide of how it works, simply type in Tru-Tension Chain Monkey on YouTube to see our demonstration videos.

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SSM Super One Series    (15/09)

Round 9 of the SSM Super One Series took place at Shenington on 12th and 13th September 2015.

The penultimate weekend for most, the last one for KZ1, offered some amazing racing punctuated by some crazy crashes at the Midlands circuit. Henry Easthope retained his MSA British title in a dramatic second final, whilst in the MSA Cadet class Dexter Patterson headed a three way fight for both wins. 
 
Click for larger image... MSA British Kart Championship KZ1
The two main title protagonists battled all weekend, with Sam Webster just edging his rival Henry Easthope in timed qualifying but having a technical problem in the first heat leaving honours to Easthope.  Scott Allen's title hopes vanished when he slid out of control into Bobby Game and had an exclusion.  Game's day got worse in the second heat with a broken chain whilst Hannah Lang's engine seized.  From pole in the first final Easthope made a poor start, falling to fifth as Dan Kelly was quickly past Adam Glear for the lead.  Webster reached second until Easthope sped into the lead and immediately pulled a gap as Kelly and Glear were momentarily ahead of Webster.  Easthope lost all his advantage just clinging onto the lead over the last lap as Webster and Kelly closed on him.  Webster and Kelly made better starts in the second final but Easthope quickly took Kelly and tailed his rival.  Whoever won would take the title!  Suddenly Webster's engine failed on the exit of the last hairpin with Easthope spinning.  "I think Sam broke down and I caught his front wheel and spun," explained the defending champion. That put Kelly into the lead until he resisted a pass at Café corner from Scott Allen, Kelly delayed and Allen in the barriers but restarting, gifting the win to Adam Glear from Ben Blick.  Kelly was excluded for the incident and it left Easthope with a one point advantage over Webster.  "I would rather have won the title through racing, it was a difficult year, much harder than last," said Easthope.

Final 1: 1 Henry Easthope (Sodi/TM); 2 Sam Webster (Birel ART/TM); 3 Dan Kelly (Sodi/TM); 4 Adam Glear (CRG/Maxter); 5 Scott Allen (Gold/IAME)
Final 2: 1 Glear; 2 Ben Blick (Sodi/TM); 3 Hannah Lang (Tonykart/Vortex); 4 Tom Pyttlik (Alonso/Vortex); 5 Bobby Game (Ricciardo/Vortex).
Final Provisional Championship Standings: 1 Henry Easthope 931; 2 Sam Webster 930; 3 Adam Glear 926; 4 Scott Allen 907; 5 Dan Kelly 867
 
Click for larger image... MSA British IAME Cadet Championship
Although Brandon Martland topped TQ, he didn't really figure again until making sixth in the second final.  With penalty sheets flying about like confetti through all the races Dexter Patterson commenced an unbroken winning streak through the heats and finals in this tightly fought series.  Zak O'Sullivan unsuccessfully appealed his heat exclusion.  In both finals, Patterson, Jonny Edgar and Owen Marlow broke away from the chasing pack. For the first one Edgar was content to slot into third after leading off the start until halfway through he leapfrogged Marlow and Patterson but could not hang onto the lead.  He took Marlow for second on the last lap as Harry Thompson and Finlay Bunce joined in the fight for the win.  In the second final the trio stayed clear of Taylor Barnard, who took Harry Thompson on the last lap for fourth.  Again Edgar jumped up to the lead but again could not hold the place and fell to second as Patterson held his nerve through the chicane on the penultimate lap.  The outcome of appeals to the National Court could yet affect the championship standings before the last round in two weeks.

Final 1: 1 Dexter Patterson (Zip); 2 Jonny Edgar (Synergy); 3 Owen Marlow (Zip); 4 Harry Thompson (Synergy); 5 Finlay Bunce (Zip).
Final 2: 1 Patterson; 2 Edgar; 3 Marlow; 4 Taylor Barnard (Zip); 5 Thompson.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Honda Cadet National Championship
Dragan Pinsent was fastest in the time trials in what was again the largest class, but had to share the heat wins with Nicholas Reeve, the second one curtailed by a red flag.  In the first final Reeve went ahead of pretty quickly but couldn't break out of the six kart train. Ben Fayers then took second but plunged several places as Harry Thompson, Pinsent and Reeve broke clear.  Meanwhile the O Plated Wesley Mason had a spin.  On the last corner Thompson seemed to slide into Pinsent, allowing Oliver Bearman to snatch the win, Pinsent second then Reeve, Fayers and Oliver Clarke.  For the second final Pinsent spent almost all the race in the lead, just momentarily giving it up to Bearman but slithering back through at the chicane on the last lap.  The move left Pinsent a second clear of Bearman, Reeve and Clarke.

Final 1: 1 Oliver Bearman (Zip); 2 Dragan Pinsent (Project One); 3 Nicholas Reeve (Zip); 4 Ben Fayers (Project One); 5 Oliver Clarke (BRK).
Final 2: 1 Pinsent; 2 Bearman; 3 Reeve; 4 Clarke; 5 Fayers.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Junior TKM National Championship
Other than the first heat which was won by Ryan Edwards, Matthew Taylor conquered all, starting with timed qualifying where he pipped Susanne Gutzold.  So as Taylor and Ryan Edwards pulled clear of Gutzold, Matthew Graham and Christopher Whitty in the first final a big gap appeared.  Gutzold and Graham had lost a few places and been replaced by Jack Davidson and Abbi Pulling, with the lady driver snatching third by the flag.  Taylor hung on for the win over Edwards.  In the second final Taylor took a big advantage on the opening lap as Graham unsuccessfully resisted challenges from Edwards whilst Whitty fell to the back and Gutzold spun.  With Davidson now in second, Taylor was gobbled up and fell to fourth while Davidson was hassled by Graham.  The latter briefly led but all this played into Taylor's hands as he regained the lead.  Again Graham took the lead but was hung out to dry by the pack led now by Pulling.  Taylor sliced back to the lead to win from Pulling, Davidson, Edwards and Graham whilst Joseph Reeves-Smith lost his sixth place with an off on the penultimate lap.

Final 1: 1 Matthew Taylor (Tonykart); 2 Ryan Edwards (Tonykart); 3 Abbi Pulling (Tal-Ko); 4 Jack Davidson (Tonykart); 5 Matthew Graham (Jade).
Final 2: 1 Taylor; 2 Pulling; 3 Davidson; 4 Edwards; 5 Graham.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC TKM Extreme National Championship
There might not have been that many left in the class this year but the lead battles were amazing.  Matt England had pipped James Ogden by a hundredth in the qualifying but Ogden won both heats.  England stormed to the front of the first final from fourth and immediately started trading the lead with Ogden, multiple times.  Eventually it stuck as Ogden was passed by Al Paterson and fell to sixth.  Paterson went forward to take up the lead, then relieved by Kyle Sproat before England surged to the front for the win over Sproat and Paterson as Grant Edgeley crashed out causing a red flag stoppage.  Ogden made it up to fourth.  The second final was just as frantic but lost England at the start as Sproat got a very good start but slid into him at Café corner.  Sproat stormed back from last and was soon approaching the lead battle between Ogden and Owain Rosser.  The latter had a collision in the chicane which lost him a few places and allowed Sproat to challenge Ogden for the win, with Paterson and Rosser third and fourth.  The incident means that England will have to race for the title at the last round now.

Final 1: 1 Matt England (Tal-Ko); 2 Kyle Sproat (Tonykart); 3 Al Paterson (Tonykart); 4 James Ogden (ARC); 5 Andrew Ferguson (Intrepid).
Final 2: 1 Sproat; 2 Ogden; 3 Paterson; 4 Owain Rosser (Jade); 5 Ferguson.
 
Click for larger image... Junior X30 International Qualifier
Philip Hanson had been showing exceptional pace winning both heats after topping timed qualifying from Arran Mills.  Angus Fender chased him for the early laps in the first final but soon dropped away and was swallowed by the next bunch.  From there Harry Platten pulled clear to make inroads on Hanson whilst Fender came third on the last lap shuffle, Ethan Pitt having a quick off.  The second final was more of a challenge for Hanson as Platten leapfrogged Fender at the start and then relieved Hanson of the lead.  Fender came back at them at the first hairpin, but his lead was brief as Platten was back ahead.  The trading continued, Fender back in front but when it counted for the chequer it was Hanson ahead by a fraction over Platten, Thomas Pegram and Pitt.  Fender had crashed at Café corner trying to hold off Harry Dyson.

Final 1: 1 Philip Hanson (Tonykart); 2 Harry Platten (Tonykart); 3 Angus Fender (Gold); 4 Oliver Greetham (Alonso); 5 Thomas Pegram (Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Hanson; 2 Platten; 3 Pegram; 4 Ethan Pitt (Gold); 5 Greetham.
 
Click for larger image... Senior X30 International Qualifier
There was even more fantastic racing as the drivers battled for a place in the X30 IAME International finals.  Dean Hale was ahead of Matt Davies and Josh Collings in the timed qualifying then Hale and Davies shared the heat wins.  Collings was quick to vault over both Davies and Hale on the opening laps of the first final but was then shuffled back at the first hairpin.  Euan Wilson joined in the quartet fighting for the win, as Davies was next to be shuffled back then Wilson snatched the lead in the chicane. On the penultimate lap Collings and Davies fought like tigers, but on the last lap Collings had the better exit from the chicane to pass Davies for the win, with Hale third.  Collings and Hale were joined by Davies when Lewis Malin retired from third with a broken throttle cable.  Davies was briefly ahead at the midway stage, then on the penultimate lap he sliced into the lead at the last hairpin and held off Collings to the flag.  Hale had fallen away from the lead battle but took third over Wilson and Jamie Flynn, the latter shuffled back from third.

Final 1: 1 Josh Collings (Kosmic); 2 Matt Davies (Tonykart); 3 Dean Hale (Gold); 4 Euan Wilson (Alonso); 5 Lewis Malin (Kosmic).
Final 2: 1 Davies; 2 Collings; 3 Hale; 4 Wilson; 5 Jamie Flynn (Alonso)

For more information on the SSM Super One Series visit our website at http://superoneseries.com .

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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Team7Racing Win At PFI    (14/09)

Click for larger image... A superb result for Team7Racing and now proves the ability of the Haase product and ability of Charlie to compete at the sharp end of the X30 Senior class. Team7Racing built the Haase kart up Thursday before the meeting and it worked straight out the box which is testament to Haase Karts in their quality.
 
As a team we believed in the product from the start and certainly in Charlie Bingham but the results we have tirelessly been working towards has eluded us due to development and finance. One of the contributory factors we believe has been the avid support of RPM in their drive to supply us with the power from the engine. We had struggled to find those extra 10ths of a second at the start of the season and Roger at RPM supplied that edge this weekend using their engine for the first time.
 
If any drivers or teams are looking for something a little different and would like to experience the new Haase Chassis or are looking for team services, preparation or kart transportation and storage then contact jay@team7racing.co.uk or telephone 07949 170031.

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MLC Motorsport    (11/09)

It has been a summer of success for Mach1 UK team MLC Motorsport.
 
The UK Mach1 Factory team and distributors have been taking the X30 class by storm.
 
Lee Murray team manager said; "We decided to focus solely on X30 over a year ago now when many were dismissing the class. This has helped us get a head start in sourcing and testing equipment, understanding the tyres and collecting valuable data"
 
"This has paid off with the results, at one stage we raced for 14 weekends in a row and were on the podium at each one!"
 
The Mach1 chassis is proving to be the kart of choice in the class. The German made product is perfectly suited to the Komet tyres used, which makes sense as X30 has been the largest class in Germany for some time.
 
The results are coming in both junior and senior grids. The Mach 1 is arguably the only kart producing results in both, regularly at national and club level with various drivers. With 5 different Mach1 drivers on the LGM podium so far this year.
 
With the end of the season approaching we are welcoming driver enquiries for 2016, where we will be covering LGM, Super1, various club meetings, a number of international races and the X30 World Finals. Our race support packages range from just support to full arrive and drive options.
 
After extensive testing we are now 100% confident in the product, and we are offering a select few teams to act as agents for the chassis and associated products. With good margins available and direct factory support, it's the perfect time to reconsider your chassis brand.
 
At only £2495.00 complete with all the parts needed to start winning.
 
If you need any more information on driver support or are a team interested in becoming an agent please feel free to get in touch.
 
Email us at info@mlcmotorsport.co.uk or visit our website at www.mlcmotorsport.co.uk .

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KartMania 2015    (11/09)

Preparations for the popular kart show, KartMania 2015, are well under way and already attracting new exhibitors for this year.

Now established as the UK's one and only karting show and again at the prestigious Silverstone Wing, we try each year to build up and improve the visitor experience. JAG and Rotax are once again backing the show and this year we have additional support from the ABkC who are having a large area in the show to promote karting to the attending visitors along with the MSA, BKIA and NKA.

All class of karts will be available for visitors to sit in and discuss with independent experts who will advise you in all aspects of kart racing.

This year we have the major engine manufacturers / distributors exhibiting - JAG Rotax, Tal-Ko TKM, Mills Iame and RPM Honda, so come along and talk to the experts.

With spares, accessories, clothing and of course the famous KartBoot you will find everything you need under one roof.

So make a date in your diary - KartMania is on November 28th & 29th in the Silverstone Wing at the famous Northamptonshire circuit.

For more information on the show or to save money and buy your tickets in advance visit www.kartmania.co.uk .  For details on selling your spares in the KartBoot please contact show organiser Martin Capenhurst on 07974 766529.

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BKC Prepare For D-Day    (10/09)

Click for larger image... Click for larger image...The BKC team, with Alfie Brown and Callum Bradshaw, are gearing up to land in France for the last round of the CIK Academy. Taking place at Le Mans this weekend the lads very much lie in different positions with Alfie having a slim chance at taking the title and Callum looking to secure a podium.
 
After a 2nd place at the opening round and and unfortunate incident at Round 2, whilst running in 2nd, Alfie lays 4th in the Championship 32 points behind the leader Marta Garcia Lopez. However, Alfie has experience of the Le Mans circuit and will be looking for at least a top 3 finish in one of Europe's toughest championships.
 
On the lead up to the weekend Alfie commented: "Going into this weekend I am feeling positive, I am focused on what I need to do and will not give up at any point! I'm determined to achieve the best championship result for my team Great Britain. I am really looking forward to the racey atmosphere of Le Mans."
 
When Callum Bradshaw was selected for the CIK Academy a lot of people were slightly sceptical of the MSA's decision given his huge inexperience. But he has shown signs of excellence at both rounds qualifying on row two for the Final both times. He unfortunately has yet to finish that off with a deserved result in the Finals and will be looking to change that this weekend.
 
Click for larger image... Callum has never raced at Le Mans before but has been out testing and will no doubt be on the pace straight away. Team Manager Rob Dodds vast amount of success and experience at this level has really driven the team forwards and has put both drivers on the pace from Friday morning.
 
On the lead up to the weekend Callum said: "I am feeling very strong and confident going into this weekend as I have won the last 3 out of 4 races on the bounce! It's my last CIK-FIA Academy Race and I feel no pressure as the first two races didn't go to plan, but I'm hoping to go out with a win!"
  
You can follow the action live throughout the weekend at http://www.cikfia.tv/ and get live updates from us on Twitter at @BKC_Racing .
 
LGM Round 6 & 7 Rowrah
 
BKC enjoyed what could arguably be one of the most successful weekends in its history at Rowrah for the double header of LGM with five podiums in Junior X30 over two days.
 
Junior X30:
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On Saturday BKC were absolutely dominant qualifying on the first three positions for the Final with Callum Bradshaw on pole, Alfie Brown 2nd and Philip Hanson 3rd. In what is arguably the most competitive championship in the country with 31 on the grid this further proved BKC are the team to be with in the class.
 
The lads carried this form through into the all important Final locking out the podium with Bradshaw 1st, Hanson 2nd and Brown 3rd. They finished under a second apart and were almost five seconds clear of the rest of the field in dry conditions leaving the rest of the grid scratching their heads.
 
Sunday went back to the original format of three heats and a Final, which presented a trickier challenge for the guys, but they came through to qualify on the front two rows, so another podium lock out looked on the cards!
 
Brown and Bradshaw both made good starts and were running p1 and p2 for the majority of the race but an incident for Bradshaw sent him backwards and he eventually managed to recover to 9th. As for Brown and Hanson they ran the leader Thompson all the way to the end but in the end had to settle for 2nd and 3rd giving them their second podiums of the weekend!
 
Josh Pickford - X30 Junior:
Click for larger image... Still new to the class Josh did very well to qualify on the outside of row nine for Saturday's Final but unfortunately an incident on the opening lap sent him to last place. However, from there he drove a sterling race recovering to take 22nd.
 
With the format changed Sunday Josh struggled somewhat in the heats getting caught up in incidents but eventually qualified on the outside of row eleven for the Final. With the field being so closely matched Josh got embroiled in a mid pack battle and eventually managed to finish 21st lapping only two tenths slower then Brown in 2nd. Promising pace to say the least!
 
Tom Nippers - LGM Iame Cadet: 
Like Pickford Tom Nippers is another driver new to the class and level of competition but he showed some signs of real promise at Rowrah. On Saturday he qualified 21st out of 38 drivers to put himself well in the mix of the A Final. After a fairly average start Nippers showed true grit and determination in the closing stages to fight his way through to 23rd and he was only half a second off some of the top ten drivers!
 
On Sunday with the changed format Nippers struggled somewhat and had to come through the B Final finishing 3rd, but in the A Final showed no signs of inexperience. He was the 5th biggest mover gaining 9 places to finish 25th and was only half a second off recent FKS Super Cadet Champion Dexter Patterson. Roll on Shenington!
 
BKC Racing are now the most successful team in the Junior X30 class and are rising in the Cadet class. We are already taking places for next year and now only have 2 places left in Junior X30 and 2 left in Senior X30.
 
If you'd like to enquire about next season or book a test day contact Team Manager Robb Dodds at 07889 783035 or email us at bkckartracing@hotmail.com .

Photographs courtesy of the CIK and Bethanie Lawson.

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Birel ART Factory Team    (09/09)

Click for larger image...Starting from September Birel ART UK has drives available in its Official factory team for the following categories:

Iame Cadet, Junior X30, Senior X30 and KZ.

The team will be run and managed by Andy Cox and will initially focus on selected club races at Shenington, Whilton Mill, Kimbolton and PFI.

With over 25 years of British, European and World Championship racing our team has helped to develop drivers such as Alex Lynn GP2 and current Williams F1 development driver, Jake Hughes F4 Champion and currently 2nd in the Euro Cup Formula Renault Championship and Michael Simpson works Ginetta GT driver.

Click for larger image... The Birel ART chassis has achieved fantastic results all around the World this year in all categories and on all types of tyre compounds.

Click for larger image... PF International drivers Mark Litchfield and Oliver Hodgson are the latest converts and have just taken delivery of their two new Birel ART karts to run in the PF International team in X30.

In KZ Sam Webster on his Birel ART has been almost unstoppable in this season and is poised to take the MSA British KZ Championship at Shenington this weekend.

Drivers in the Official Birel ART UK team will work on a one to one basis with Andy Cox using data logging as well as factory maintained Birel ART prepared chassis and engines from our HQ.

For more information on the Birel ART chassis range and costs to be a part of the Official Birel ART UK team, please contact Birel ART UK on 01527 889595 or message us on the Birel ART UK Face book page - www.facebook.com/BirelARTUK .

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Racing At Lydd Kart Circuit    (07/09)

Click for larger image...The final Summer round of Lydd Kart Circuit Owner Driver Championship takes place on Sunday 13th September.
 
Championship awards going to: Bambino 4 Stroke, Bambino 2 Stroke, Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max, ProKart, Senior Rotax, Rotax Max 177. Race entries taken up to and including Sunday morning.
 
Our IKR meetings command a high standard of racing, Kart Club Regulations apply. We race every 2nd Sunday of the month, open practice/testing the Saturday before. New drivers to the sport or returning competitors are very welcome.
 
Our Winter 2015/2016 Owner Driver Championship kicks off Sunday 11th October, also a 6 round championship, with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position.
 
Fees are £45 for member, £50 for non-member. AM/PM half day Saturday practice is £25 member, £30 non-member. Saturday 9am - 10am Bambino Hour, £20.

Membership is £30 and runs for a year from the date you join/renew, saving £5 each time you visit.
 
We also offer kart storage at £5 per week and garage space hire for £25 per kart/per day. Transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Café and Clubhouse is open Sat & Sun for hot food and drinks, spectators are very welcome.
 
Refer to our website for further information www.lyddkartcircuit.com , or contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) with enquiries on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, send an email to lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk , or Facebook a message.

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Irfan Selected For YRDA    (07/09)

Click for larger image... Josh Irfan has become the youngest driver to be selected for the Young Racing Driver Academy.
 
Aged just 7, young karting star Josh Irfan has attracted the attention of the Arden International and The Business of Sport (TBOS) backed 'Young Racing Driver Academy' after his eye-catching performances in his first year of cadet karting, which has seen him achieve 7 races wins and 11 podiums so far this year at Rye House, Lydd, and PFI in non-MSA race events, and perform very well against older and more experienced cadet drivers at various test days.
 
Click for larger image... Josh recently visited Arden's HQ in Banbury where the deal was struck for Josh to become part of the Young Racing Driver Academy, making him the youngest ever driver to be selected for the esteemed programme.
 
The YRDA is a motorsport academy focused on the supporting the development of talented young racing drivers as they make their journey up the highly competitive motorsport ladder, and will deliver a dedicated programme that is focussed on maximising Josh's on-track and off-track potential. It will also aim to provide Josh with the necessary skills and support to help him make a successful transition from karting into single-seater racing in the future.
 
Josh said: "I am very excited and I'm really looking forward to being part of the Young Racing Driver Academy at such an early stage of my career, I am really looking forward to working with Arden and the other partners involved, as I follow my dream of progressing through the karting ranks and eventually into single seater racing."
 
Steve Hutchinson director of The Business of Sport said: "We are delighted that Josh has become the youngest driver to become part of the Young Racing Driver Academy. His talent was obvious, which caught the attention of us here at the YRDA. He is an outstanding prospect of the future and will certainly be a stand out to watch out for in the coming years."
 
Next year Josh will be competing at MSA level in both Iame and Honda Cadet in all major British championships, and selected club events. Based on his performances so far this year, he is destined to have a very successful rookie cadet racing year at MSA level.

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Fusion Launch X30 Team    (04/09)

Multiple British Championship winning IAME Cadet team Fusion Motorsport will be branching out in 2015/16 to cater for drivers in the Junior X30 class.  The move has come following much demand from existing customers and drivers already in the junior categories, creating a natural progression from the hugely successful cadet team.
 
Piers Sexton, who set up Fusion Motorsport with Dan Hazlewood in 2003, will be re-united with the team to manage the X30 squad, expected to run 4-6 drivers, with 3 places already provisionally filled.
 
Speaking about the decision, Fusion Team Principal Dan Hazlewood commented, "I've watched the X30 class with interest over the past 12 months and now seems like the right time to get involved in what has developed into one of the strongest classes in UK karting.  It makes sense to have a progression from one IAME class to another and look after our valued customers through their Junior karting careers."  He added, "We obviously don't want this to detract in any way from the service we provide in our cadet team, so having Piers run the team is the ideal scenario as he has a great deal of experience at this level."
 
Piers Sexton added, "It's great to be involved with Fusion again after over a decade!  Having already achieved success in the category with the drivers I have been looking after this year, including winning the FKS Junior Championship with Tom Wood, I am confident we can pick up where we left off and challenge for the Championships in the team's first year in the class."
 
The Fusion Motorsport IAME cadet team structure will remain unchanged with team manager, Neil Doran and team principal, Dan Hazlewood continuing to run the multiple championship winning organisation, with assistance from Tom Brown and the most experienced mechanic line up in the country.
 
The team will announce the X30 driver line once the remaining few places have been filled, and will start testing from October.  They plan to run in LGM and FKS and possibly Super One in 2016, depending on the grids and demand.  Chassis supplier has yet to be confirmed, but tests have already been planned to evaluate several brands.  For more information on the limited spaces in the team contact Fusion Motorsport on 07733 011221.

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Kart-Tek Racing    (03/09)

Kart-Tek are offering Awning Space only deals at all tracks starting from only £50 per weekend, but hurry as spaces will be limited on a first come basis.
 
If you are new to Karting this is a great and affordable way to learn from those that know, or perhaps you just want to get out the rain without the hassle of your own awning, either way there is a warm and friendly welcome at Kart-Tek, our aim is to help all drivers progress and have fun along the way.
 
We also offer one-to-one driver tuition days with former British Cadet Champion Brett Wykes and Darren Masters.
 
Kart-Tek are also offering full package hire deals for Cadets and X30 for a single day or the whole weekend.
 
Kart-Tek are at the Whilton Mill circuit each Wednesday night for practice and Kart Set up, tuition by the hour is available upon request.
 
We also offer Kart storage, clean and safety checks and transportation to Kimbolton, Whilton, Shenington, and Rissington circuits.
 
Please contact Darren Masters on 07469 189272 or email: kart-tekracing@live.co.uk for more information or to make a booking.

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SSM Super One Series R8    (01/09)

Round 8 of the SSM Super One Series took place at Whilton Mill on 29th & 30th August.
 
As the series starts its wind-down it was the third last round for most classes, and the penultimate round for the Rotax classes at the twisty Midlands circuit.  Kiern Jewiss roared back from a poor qualifying to provisionally take the MiniMax ABkC National title with two dominant wins aided by his main rival Axel Charpentier spinning out in the first final.  He said: "The whole field this year was pretty much ex Cadet drivers, so we were all the same learning the class.  Although Glan y Gors did not go to plan, this round has gone well thanks to plenty wet testing."  The first finals in the morning were fairly dry with a little drizzle, but heavy rain fell for the second finals in the afternoon, but both sets full of exciting racing.
 
Click for larger image... Honda Cadet
Caden McQueen topped the timed qualifying from Nicholas Reeve and Ben Kasperczak but his luck wouldn't hold through the finals.  Nicholas Reeve and Oliver Clarke were the heat winners with Archie Brown taking an exclusion for contravention of a flag signal.  That put Reeve and Clarke on the front row of the first final, McQueen and Guy Cunnington right behind.  From the standing start Reeve had a poor take off, so Clarke slotted into the lead chased by Cunnington and Dragan Pinsent.  As Reeve towed Harry Thompson onto the lead group, Pinsent made his move for second then Reeve leapfrogged to the front.   A serious fight ensued in what was now an eight kart train, Thompson taking the lead but deposed at the end by Reeve, hung out to dry, so the order was Reeve, Pinsent, Ben Fayers and Alex Lloyd.  Thompson, Wesley Mason and Aston Millar all took 5 place penalties.  For the second final, now wet of course, after two false starts to sort out the correct grid placings, Pinsent leapt into the lead from Reeve, the latter soon deposed by Clarke, Fayers and Lloyd.  Clarke hammered up the hill to relieve Pinsent of the lead then frantically traded that with Lloyd all the way to the flag.  Clarke just managed to get back in front on the last lap, but before then Pinsent stopped on track, so Cunnnington was third, Oliver Bearman fourth.

Final 1: Nicholas Reeve (Zip); 2 Dragan Pinsent (Air); 3 Ben Fayers (Project One); 4 Alex Lloyd (BRK); 5 Oliver Clarke (BRK); 6 Guy Cunnington (BRK).
Final 2: 1 Clarke; 2 Lloyd; 3 Cunnington; 4 Oliver Bearman (Zip); 5 Matthew Herbert (Project One); 6 Fayers.
 
Click for larger image... Junior TKM
Bradley White was on a roll from start to finish, topping timed qualifying from Abbi Pulling whilst Matthew Graham and Joseph Reeves-Smith languished in 11th and 12th at one of their local tracks.  Reeves-Smith found pace for the first heat win, whilst Chris Whitton took the second with Adam Sparrow having an exclusion for driving standards.  Whitton would claim pole for the first final with Reeves-Smith alongside but championship leader Graham back in 11th place.  Whitton had the hole shot but soon faced a challenge from Reeves-Smith, then White leapfrogged both of them.  He resisted the pressure throwing off a new attack from Jack Davidson.  Reeves-Smith rallied to re-take second and momentarily had a gap both ahead and behind.  Then Davidson found new pace, pulling along Ryan Edwards, hanging Reeves-Smith out to dry with a fall to fifth.  In the last lap melee, which allowed White a big lead, Whitton jumped to second with Kristian Brierley and Edwards following, and Davidson dropping to 12th.  The O Plated Matthew Taylor suffered a five place penalty.  For the second final, White made a great start and as the others squabbled he stretched it to almost 10s.  Reeves-Smith valiantly hung onto second for a while, usurped by Whitton.  However the wet weather was suiting Graham, he was hurtling up the order and eroding the gap to Reeves-Smith.   On the second attempt the switchback out of turn one succeeded, so Graham was now third with useful points.  Reeves-Smith's defence put him wide at turn 6, he dropped to seventh in favour of Abbi Pulling, Edwards and Adam Sparrow.  Taylor had another 5 place penalty.

Final 1: 1 Bradley White (Jade); 2 Chris Whitton (Tal-Ko); 3 Kristian Brierley (Tonykart); 4 Ryan Edwards (Tonykart); 5 Joseph Reeves-Smith (Jade); 6 Suzanne Gutzold (Tonykart).
Final 2: White; 2 Whitton; 3 Matthew Graham (Jade); 4 Abbi Pulling (Tal-Ko); 5 Edwards; 6 Adam Sparrow (Tal-Ko).
 
Click for larger image... MiniMax
Owen Byatt got off to a good start for pole in the heats, then earning a third place in the first one to Kiern Jewiss' win was reasonable the second did not go to plan.  That was won by Joe Turney, Jewiss also suffering with tenth and William Pettitt had an exclusion.  So Tom Wood took the first final pole, with Mark Kimber alongside and Jewiss and his main championship rival Axel Charpentier behind.  Kimber headed them all up the hill but soon Wood was in the lead from Charpentier.  That quickly changed to having Turney in front, Wood second but soon losing many places and Charpentier coming off and restarting last in a three kart collision out of the top corner.  Turney pulled clear of Jewiss but Pettitt was on a charge and gained second place, soon challenging Turney.  Trading places lost them both time, swallowed up by the crafty Jewiss with Pettitt having a quick off to fall to seventh.  So as Jewiss flashed over the line 2s clear of Turney, Wood, Tyler Chesterfield and Kimber he would only need a top 18 finish in the second final to take the provisional title.  Wood was then demoted five places as was Charpentier whilst Tommy Foster was excluded, all for driving offences.   A super start and Jewiss was on his way to another win with a near 4s advantage over Chesterton who had reeled in and passed Turney.  Wood had no opportunity to improve, he stopped on the sighting lap.  Pettit made some slight improvement to come in fifth behind Owen Byatt, whilst Jordan Collard lost places with a quick spin but Charpentier only reached 11th.  Jenson Butterfield had come off early in the race with Garrett Webb, then was excluded from the meeting for abusive language.

Final 1: 1 Kiern Jewiss (Tonykart); 2 Joe Turney (Tonykart); 3 Tyler Chesterton (Tonykart); 4 Mark Kimber (Alonso); 5 Garrett Webb (Tonykart); 6 Fin Kenneally (Kosmic).
Final 2: 1 Jewiss; 2 Chesterton; 3 Turney; 4 Owen Byatt (Kosmic); 5 William Pettitt (Tonykart); 6 Chris Lulham (Tonykart).
 
Click for larger image... Junior Max
Zak Fulk topped the timed qualifying and two seconds to Tom Gamble set him up well for the finals, but then his luck ran out. The first heat had Jonathan Hoggard and Ethan Ling both excluded, Hoggard appealing without success.  An incident packed first final saw Gamble with the early advantage as Harrison Thomas, Scott Symons, Jack McCarthy and Rory Hudson all fought behind.  Despite this they all caught Gamble, with McCarthy taking over the lead from Symons, Gamble, Jordan Brown and Thomas Turner.  Gamble came back to second, but behind him Brown was pushed off.  Oliver York had shot up 11 places to sneak into second, Gamble running wide and falling to fourth in favour of Turner with Dean MacDonald also slicing through the field for fifth.  Then the penalties began: Thomas excluded, Symons, Skelton, and Harry Gooding all having 5 place penalties and Rory Smith a one lap penalty.  Gamble and McCarthy tussled in the early laps of the second final until Gamble worked clear, leaving the recovering Hoggard to grab second.  Next on the move was Jordan Brown-Nuttley, up from grid 17, to challenge for the lead.  But Gamble was too far ahead.  Meantime York was recovering from a bad start and took third over Turner and McCarthy.  Hoggard had been running sixth but was given the mechanical defect flag and had to pit.

Final 1: 1 Jack McCarthy (Tonykart); 2 Oliver York (Kosmic); 3 Thomas Turner (Tonykart); 4 Tom Gamble (Tonykart); 5 Dean MacDonald (Kosmic); 6 Alex McRoberts (Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Gamble; 2 Jordan Brown-Nuttley (Tonykart); 3 York; 4 Turner; 5 McCarthy; 6 McRoberts.
 
Click for larger image... TKM Extreme
Owain Rosser had the edge in timed qualifying and won the second heat, the first taken by James Ogden so Rosser claimed the first final pole.  There might have only been nine entrants but the racing was tremendous with Rosser soon dropped in favour of Ogden, then Simon Vercoe and then Matt England all having turns in the lead.  Ogden and England broke away then were reeled in by the pack, Al Paterson splitting England and Sproat as Vercoe fell to fourth.  The penalties soon changed the order though with Vercoe excluded for being underweight, and Ogden having a five place penalty along with Andrew Ferguson.  Rosser plunged from first to last on the opening laps of the second final as England picked up the front position chased by the fast starting Ogden.  Vercoe too had wasted no time in getting to the front, as Ogden forged to the front Vercoe picked up second.  England fought back but Sproat was now on song and traded the lead with Ogden.  Rosser entered the fight, leapfrogging both England and Sproat and letting Ogden go clear for the win.  Sproat fell to fourth on the last lap as he battled with Rosser.

Final 1: Matt England (Tal-Ko); 2 Al Paterson (Tonykart); 3 Owain Rosser (Jade); 4 Peter Newman (Tonykart); 5 Matthew Ayres (Jade); 6 Kyle Sproat (ARC).
Final 2: 1 James Ogden (ARC); 2 Rosser; 3 England; 4 Sproat; 5 Ayres; 6 Simon Vercoe (Tal-Ko).
 
Click for larger image... Rotax Max
Luke Knott was on top of the TQ from Gary Donnelly, then Donnelly won both heats for the first final pole, Sam Marsh alongside with Matthew Hirst and Sam Smelt on the next row.  Marsh enjoyed the first lap in the lead, then taken by Donnelly.  Jac Constable came off at the top corner.  Connor Hall sped up from grid 14 to chase down and pass Marsh for second then slice past Donnelly for the lead.  No one could get near for the rest of the race as Josh Collings was next to try.  However Marsh was now faster, taking second, only to find Jai Nijjar was faster still and able to pass and start to hunt down the leader.  Danny Russell ran home in sixth but had a one lap penalty applied. For the second final Russell pitted on the sighting lap, coming out later and meantime Hall took the lead and was hardly seen again by his rivals.  Nijjar and Collings settled into second and third, Marsh falling a couple of places to fifth behind Turner. 
 
Final 1: 1 Connor Hall (Tonykart); 2 Jai Nijjar (Tonykart); 3 Sam Marsh (Alonso); 4 Josh Collings (Kosmic); 5 Gary Donnelly (Tonykart); 6 Scott Mackrell (Tonykart).
Final 2: Hall; 2 Nijjar; 3 Collings; 4 Turner; 5 Charlie Turner (Tonykart); 6 Marsh.

For more information on the series visit http://superoneseries.com .

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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Tecno Kart Factory Team    (01/09)

Team Tecno are the Tecno Kart CIK factory team and will be launching our drivers program for 2016 now!

The team are targetting the KF Junior class but welcome approaches regarding other categories too.

For more information please contact Toni Nieminen, Team Tecno Manager on +358 50 5149 545.
 
You can also visit our website at www.teamtecno.com .

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MSA British Superkart Championship    (01/09)

Round 11 to 13 of the MSA British Superkart Championship took place on 30th August.

Gavin Bennett rounded off his championship-winning season with two more wins at Brands Hatch, while outgoing champion Paul Platt took victory in the final race of the weekend.

Dan Clark was the unluckiest driver on the day, leading round eight comfortably before tangling with a back marker and dropping to 12th place. Later in the day he struggled with worn tyres and a loose plug lead before securing second place in the final rounds.

Toby Davis was the overall winner on the day, with consistent podium finishes.

Results - Round 11:
1 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
2 Toby Davis (Anderson Viper)
3 Gareth James (Anderson DEA)

Results - Round 12:
1 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
2 Dan Clark (Anderson Gas Gas)
3 Toby Davis (Anderson Viper)

Results - Round 13:
1 Paul Platt (MS Kart Gas Gas)
2 Dan Clark (Anderson Gas Gas)
3 Toby Davis (Anderson Viper)

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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International Karting Commission    (01/09)

At its meeting on August 28th, 2015 in Paris, France, the International Karting Commission (CIK) took the following decisions.

Development of the 2016 sporting calendar
The CIK-FIA has met its commitments by fixing the 2016 sporting calendar very early to allow Drivers, Teams and ASN's to plan more comfortably for next season. The proposal submitted by the promoter WSK Promotion has been accepted by the CIK Commission. Unfortunately it was not possible to reach an agreement with the organisers to hold a Competition in Germany or Great Britain.To be approved definitively, the 2016 CIK-FIA sporting calendar must be validated by the vote of the n ext FIA World Motor Sport Council, on September 30th, 2015 in Paris (FRA).

2016 Sporting calendar
April 24th; Essay (FRA)
CIK-FIA European Championship for KZ, 1st Round
CIK-FIA European Championship for KZ2, 1st Round
CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy, 1st Round

May 15th; Zuera (ESP)
CIK-FIA European Championship for OK, 1st Round
CIK-FIA European Championship for OK-Junior, 1st Round
CIK-FIA European Championship for KZ, 2nd Round

June 7th; Adria (ITA)
CIK-FIA European Championship for OK, 2nd Round
CIK-FIA European Championship for OK-Junior, 2nd Round
CIK-FIA European Championship for KZ2, 2nd Round

June 26h; Portimao (POR)
CIK-FIA European Championship for OK, 3rd Round
CIK-FIA European Championship for OK-Junior, 3rd Round
CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy, 2nd Round

July 31th; Genk (BEL)
CIK-FIA European Championship for KZ, 3rd Round
CIK-FIA European Championship for KZ2, 3rd Round
CIK-FIA European Championship for OK, 4th Round
CIK-FIA European Championship for OK-Junior, 4th Round

September 4th; Kristianstad (SWE)
CIK-FIA World Championship for KZ
CIK-FIA International Super Cup for KZ2
CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy, 3rd Round

November 20th; Sakhir (BHR)
CIK-FIA World Championship for OK
CIK-FIA World Championship for OK-Junior

After negotiations between the Bahrain organizer and WSK Promotion, a great package has been created which ensures an attractive offer to the Drivers and Teams. The Competition at Sakhir will receive significant financial support from the Bahrain International Circuit to reduce transport and accommodation costs. From Sunday 13th November to Sunday, November 20th, the Bahrain International Circuit will provide each driver with a double room in one of the finest Bahrain's hotels, including breakfast and buffet lunch and dinner every day at the circuit. A free shuttle service between the airport, hotel and the circuit will be set up for the duration of the stay. All transport costs for shipping and storage of equipment for the teams will be paid between Italy and the circuit, each way return. The delivery of the necessary equipment, up to 100 kg per Driver, will be provided by a specific air service. Complete assistance will also be provided for all customs formalities to and from to the port of Bahrain. These exceptional Competition conditions will ensure that Sakhir will be at least as accessible as a European Competition, if not better.

Adjustment of the time penalty concerning front fairings
Article 31 of the CIK-FIA Specific Prescriptions has been amended to clarify that the penalties when the front fairing is incorrectly positioned after an impact, are to be reduced from 30 to 10 seconds and automatically imposed without appeal. Any Driver found to have intentionally placed their front fairing out of position on the final lap or after the chequered flag will be excluded from the Competition. This decision takes effect immediately, with the sole exception of the 2015 CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy which has already completed two of its three Competitions according to the previous regulation.

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MSport Moves To CRG    Click for larger image... (28/08)

After 5 years away from the UK racing MSPORT Karting are making a full time return to both British and European Karting.  With the foundation of the new CRG (GB) company MSPORT will be switching all its drivers to the World Champion winning CRG Kart.

We will be focusing mainly on X30 but also Rotax at both Club and National level.

MSPORT has had success with its X30 test days at our home circuit, Whilton Mill and his great deal is still available. We have six spaces left and would be interested in talking to the right drivers about subsidised drives in the team.Click for larger image...

MSPORT has just taken delivery of its new state of the art transporter (ex Honda F1) and we will be at all major Club and National championships with full spares and CRG Chassis parts on board.

Please feel free to contact us on...
Team Msport - Whilton Mill Circuit, Whilton Locks, Nr Daventry, Northants, NN11 2NH, or telephone 01327 842778 or 07968 987883.

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Recent Success For BKC    (28/08)

Click for larger image... Jonny Wilkinson recently enjoyed success at the Welsh Championship held at the Llandow kart club after what has gone down as the closest finish in history! It quickly became clear that this was going to be a three horse race between Jonny, Klaas Kooiker and Shay Keough.
 
Klaas was the man on top in both heats, but come the Pre-Final Jonny stepped it up a gear taking what was a crucial victory, giving him pole for the final.
 
So then it came the Final and as they had been doing all day Jonny, Kooiker and Keough quickly broke away from the rest of the field giving themselves a cushion of over 5 seconds! Then came the furious fighting, there was no doubting that Kooiker and Keough wanted this Welsh Championship but Jonny wanted it more! As the leaders came out of the last corner Jonny found himself side by side with Kooiker and as they crossed the line no one knew who'd won. The timing screens showed Kooiker had one by two thousandths, but the cameras told another story.
 
Once the officials looked back they discovered it was Jonny who won, the first photo finish in Welsh Championship history and delight for the whole of the BKC team and Jonny who not only has won his first major title, but he now gets to wear the coveted 'C' plate for the next year. On top of that Jonny broke the lap record showing that not only was he first but also the fastest!
 
On the win Jonny commented: "I was expecting to do quite well because at Llandow Super One I got the sixth fastest lap time so I'm pretty quick round there. It was a close race all the way through, I was in 3rd until the last few laps then I made my way into 2nd and I managed to get a switch back out of the last corner on Klaas and stole it at the line. I'd say I certainly now have a lot more confidence going into the remainder of the Super One season being that was my first win! My mum's side of the family is Welsh so to get my first win there felt really great and we had a McDonald's on the way home to celebrate!"

Click for larger image... In other events...

LGM Round 5 Buckmore Park
Callum Bradshaw - 'The Little Green Man'
 
Callum Bradshaw made the rest of the field look average in what was a fantastic lights to flag victory at Buckmore Park. The LGM series this year has been rated the most competitive championship but there was no one that could beat Callum all weekend, he took pole won the heat and Pre-Final before cruising to a 5 second victory in the Final taking fastest lap along the way. A great bounce back after his poor result at Genk!
 
Damage Limitation for Brown
Alfie Brown found himself going second best to Callum Bradshaw for pretty much the whole of the weekend until the Final came.  Starting from the outside of row one is never easy and Alfie quickly found himself amongst the chasing pack behind. For the majority of the race a podium was very much on the cards but it was the latter stages of the race where Alfie fell backwards, but 7th in a very competitive field is still a solid result to carry forward to the next round.
 
Click for larger image... Phil's early exit
At Buckmore Park Phil Hanson unfortunately experienced one of those weekends where a whole weekends work comes undone in just a matter of corners. After qualifying 8th, Phil followed up with two solid 4th places putting him in with a strong chance of a podium in the Final. However there is always someone in a race that has a 'what if' story and on this occasion it was Phil Hanson after being wiped out in the opening stages. A disappointing end to what had been a fantastic weekend until that point. Roll on the next one!
 
Wilkinson on fire
Jonny Wilkinson for the most part at Buckmore Park had a fairly average weekend with two14th's and an 11th in the heats but he was clearly saving something for the Final. From p28 you would of expected Jonny to get a top 15 at the most but clearly the 'C' plate has worked wonders as he charged up to 8th place gaining a total of 20 places! Not only did he finish 8th, Jonny was within four seconds of the leader at the end and on average was two tenths slower then the fastest driver on circuit!
 
Signs of promise for Tom Nippers
New signing to the team Tom Nippers had a very promising weekend showing signs of impressive pace! LGM was not only the biggest class of the weekend but also the most competitive so it was no real surprise to find Tom in the B Final. But from the outside of the sixth row Tom fought his way to 7th place staying within two seconds of the very experienced leader. On top of that he was only one tenth of the fastest lap! Sometimes the results don't matter it's the lessons you learn and I think Tom has learnt a lot he can carry forward to the next round. He's certainly one to watch for the future!
 
On the recent performance Team Manager Rob Dodds commented: "BKC are very proud of our team at the moment. The Cadets are coming along all the time and all our work is paying off in Junior X30 too with drivers regularly turning in podium finishes. The elusive 1, 2, 3 has yet to happen but we are trying hard for that to happen! As usual big thanks to Alex Ferris and Josh Fry for keeping the team on track!
 
Anybody wanting to join BKC Racing for 2016 in X30 or Iame Cadet please call Robb Dodds to discuss on 07889 783035 or email us at bkckartracing@hotmail.com .

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Freeline Cadet Rear Pod System    (27/08)

Click for larger image... The Freeline 60cc Cadet RPS (Rear Protection System) is the only rear pod registered for use in any Cadet category by the MSA.
 
The Freeline RPS went through a complex and detailed crash test programme in order to gain final registration from the MSA and was granted the registration number MSA/DMSB-001-RPS which is is stamped into each Freeline rear pod. Since then the Freeline rear pod is a must in Honda Cadet and is also beneficial in the IAME Cadet class too.

Click for larger image... If you have a rear pod with no MSA/DSB number on it then please be aware that the rear pod is illegal for MSA use.  
 
The Freeline Rear Pod System assembly weighs just 1.65kgs including support brackets and will fit any make of Cadet chassis.
 
The complete Freeline 60cc RPS complete with mounting brackets costs £129.95 + VAT and is available in black colour only. 
 
Birel ART UK is offering free delivery on each (retail) Freeline 60cc Cadet RPS ordered from 28/08/15 to 28/09/15.
 
To order yours contact Birel ART UK on 01527 889595.

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Open Testing At Lydd Kart Circuit    (27/08)

Click for larger image...What are you doing on Bank Holiday Monday - 31st August?

Who's up for some end of month fun, early preparation for the last round, R6 of our IKR Summer Championship, or perhaps you have engines to test or a new kart set to try out?
 
Open testing is available at Lydd Kart Circuit from 10am to 4pm or just join us for a half day. Full day £45 member / £50 non-member.  Half Day £25 member / £30 non-member.
 
Owner drivers can sign-on in the Clubhouse 8.30am onwards, café is open all day for hot food & drinks.
 
Usual club race meeting classes, other kart classes can join this day too, contact us direct for any clarification.
 
Owner driver Bambino hour 9am to 10am runs as normal, no Bambino sessions after 10am.
 
You do not need to book in for this, track sessions may apply. 

Phone, email or facebook us with enquiries.

Lydd Kart Circuit - Phone: 01797 321747, Email:
lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk , Website: www.lyddkartcircuit.com
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Justin Wilson 1978-2015    (25/08)

On behalf of the UK motor sport community, the Motor Sports Association (MSA) sends its condolences to the family and friends of British racing driver Justin Wilson, who has succumbed to injuries sustained in an IndyCar Series race at Pocono Raceway on Sunday (23 August). He was 37.

Rob Jones, MSA Chief Executive, said: "On behalf of the UK governing body, where we were so proud to follow Justin's great career, we are shocked and saddened that his life has ended so prematurely. We offer our sincere condolences to Justin's family, friends and many fans at this very difficult time. From his karting days through to IndyCar, Justin was a credit both to himself and to the sport he loved."

Justin hailed from Sheffield in Yorkshire and began his motor sport career in karting, in the late 1980s. He graduated to cars in Formula Vauxhall Junior in the mid-'90s and in 2001 was crowned champion of F3000 - then the feeder series to Formula One. He made his F1 debut with Minardi in 2003 and spent the second half of the season with Jaguar.

A subsequent move to the US yielded great success, with race victories and title challenges in the Champ Car World Series and subsequently the IndyCar Series, where he remained a podium finisher right up to this season. Other highlights of a brilliant career included victory in the 2012 Daytona 24 Hours.

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Testing At Shenington    Click for larger image... (24/08)

Shenington Kart Racing Club near Banbury has put on an extra test day open to all MSA 2-stroke classes and Honda Cadet on Tuesday 1st September.  This is just before most of the school holidays finish, so should suit the youngsters.

The test day will be especially welcome for all those visiting Shenington for the Super One on 11-13 September and the Little Green Man/X30 Tour on 19/20 September so please take full advantage.

Practice will start at 0930 after a short driver's briefing for those not visiting the track before, novices and non-licence holders welcome. As always the classes will be run in sessions with full paramedic and ambulance cover.

Club details and directions are on www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk .

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Drive Your Career Forward    (24/08)

Click for larger image... Formula Fast Indoor Karting in Milton Keynes are currently hiring for a variety of part-time positions in the Track and Front of House team.
 
If you're passionate about delivering a great experience to guests of all ages, working for one of the UK's best reviewed attractions could be for you.  Formula Fast offers some fantastic opportunities for keen and ambitious individuals, with great career prospects in multiple areas of the business as we expand.
 
Founded as a family business, the people working for us are key to the experience we provide. Whilst we expect people to work hard, we take pride in looking our staff. As a result we have a dedicated team who usually remain with the business for the long term. We look for friendly, engaging personalities - preferably with an interest in motorsport -  who take pride in their work and use their initiative to ensure every guest has an amazing time. Our business is growing rapidly and we are keen to expand operations and encourage staff progression from within the business.
 
We are looking to recruit for mainly weekend & holiday work, although other times are available. For full details please visit www.formulafast.co.uk/recruitment
 
Click for larger image... Positions available:

Track Marshal
Position: Part Time
Salary: from £5.32/hour
Minimum age: 16
 
If you have an enthusiastic, energetic and friendly personality, enjoy working (& thinking) on your feet, and want to be part of a dynamic team in an exciting environment, we want to hear from you. Flexibility and solid practical skills are required as the role entails various maintenance jobs as well as helping to manage safety and fairness during race events. Good co-ordination and spatial awareness is a key attribute needed to keep you safe on a live race circuit.
 
Full details can be found here . To apply please send a covering letter and CV to Phil Stanley: p.stanley@formulafast.co.uk or apply in person.
 
Click for larger image... Front Of House Host
Position: Part Time
Salary: from £5.32/hour
Minimum age: 16
 
We're currently recruiting confident, outgoing and enthusiastic individuals to join the Front of House team in Milton Keynes.
 
The job requires an energetic approach as you will be helping to register drivers, prepare equipment, deliver briefings, present results and generally see that customers are cared for during their time at the venue.
 
Full details can be found here . To apply please send a covering letter and CV to Phil Stanley: p.stanley@formulafast.co.uk or apply in person.

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Nigel Mansell Reunited    (21/08)

Former F1 champion Nigel Mansell visited Motor Sports House yesterday to be re-presented with the British Grand Prix trophy that he won four times between 1986 and 1992.

The famous gold-plated trophy - officially known as the Royal Automobile Club trophy - has been awarded to the winner of the British Grand Prix since 1948. Little is known of its origins but it is Victorian hallmarked and features the Eton motto, 'Floreat Etona' ('let Eton Flourish'). Therefore it may have been a gift to the Royal Automobile Club from founder member Sir Charles Rolls, an alumnus of Eton.

Mansell was also re-presented with the Hawthorn Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the most successful British or Commonwealth driver in the previous year's F1 season. It was first presented in memory of Mike Hawthorn, who became Britain's first F1 champion in 1958 but tragically died a year later.
MSA Chief Executive Rob Jones presented both trophies before introducing Mansell to the staff and explaining the functions and remit of the modern MSA as the governing body of UK motor sports.

Mansell said: "Rob Jones mentioned to me at the British Grand Prix that I had won the prestigious Hawthorn Trophy seven times, still more than any other driver, yet I didn't recall ever having been presented with the trophy. We then got on to discussing the British Grand Prix Trophy which again despite winning it five times (British Grand Prix 1986, 1987, 1991, 1992 and Grand Prix of Europe 1985), I didn't recall having been presented with either so I am delighted to visit the MSA and to be formally handed these iconic motor sport trophies."

"On behalf of all competitors I would like to thank the MSA for all that they do to keep the UK at the top of world motor sport."

Jones said: "Nigel is one of the great heroes of British motor sport, having earned a reputation as one of the toughest and most dogged drivers in grand prix racing. He has been a household name since winning the 1992 F1 title and remains heavily involved in British motor sport, particularly as proprietor of the Mansell Raceway kart track in Devon. It was a pleasure to reunite him with the British Grand Prix and Hawthorn Memorial Trophies, and to see how interested he was to hear about the MSA's current activities, particularly in the development of UK motor sports."

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London Cup - Three Weeks To Go    (17/08)

Click for larger image... Hoddesdon Kart Club is promoting the London Cup at Rye House on Saturday and Sunday September 5 and 6 with practice sessions available the Friday before.
 
Grids are already high for Honda Cadets and Clubman and growing for IAME Cadets, Mini MAX, Junior Rotax and X30 and, Senior Rotax and X30 and Rotax 177.  There will also be an inaugural Bambino competition on the Saturday. Deadline for entrants is 12:00 noon on Monday August 31 so don't delay - it's not far away!
 
The event will be live-timed by Alpha Timing and you can now use the streamlined system to enter online at https://hkc.alphatiming.co.uk/register/msa . Basic cost for the weekend is £100.00 for Bambinos and £140.00 for the others. Contact compsec@hoddesdonkartclub.co.uk for any assistance.
 
Format after Saturday practice will be Timed Qualifying, three Heats, and a Pre-Final leading to a Grand Final. Bambinos will follow their standard format.
 
Come and race! The Rye House waterside location at the top of the picturesque Lee Valley Country Park offers plenty of opportunities for overnight camping and a variety places for eating and drinking as well as at the track from Thursday night onwards.

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IAME X30 Super Shifter    (13/08)

The next period of engine registrations for the 250 National class commences on 1 January 2016, as detailed in MSA Kart Race Yearbook regulation E2.2, and caters for engines up to 250cc.

The process of engine registration is underway, and in accordance with MSA requirements any engine which completes its registration between now and the end of the year will be eligible to compete in the 250 National class - albeit not for points, prizes or titles - with immediate effect, and for the remainder of 2015.

Therefore please note that the IAME X30 Super Shifter 175cc engine has now completed its registration successfully and can now be used within the 250 National class (though not points/prizes/titles).

The engine registration document can be downloaded from the 'Technical: Kart' Resources Centre on the MSA website.

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SSM Super One Championship    (11/08)

For the seventh round of the Series, where different classes are mixed at different venues this year, the Honda Cadet, Rotax classes and the KZ1 125cc geared class visited the beautiful Cotswold countryside and were blessed with perfect weather.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Honda Cadet National Championship
Although Keaton Samra was quickest in the time trials, it was Harry Thompson and Dragan Pinsent who took the heat honours.  However steady results put Samra and Bearman on the front row for the first final, with the usual standing start employed by Super One for clutched classes to avoid first corner chaos but Thompson made a great start from the second row.  Alex Lloyd ran wide, losing places, and Bearman spun at the Elbow.  Before long Oliver Clarke led the charge to catch and pass Thompson at the Dogleg, then Samra leapfrogged Pinsent and Clarke for the lead.  He broke away with Clarke, but the latter was hung out to dry, falling to sixth, with Nicholas Reeve, Thompson, Wesley Mason and Pinsent chasing Samra over the finish. For the second final Reeve was caught napping on the grid, falling well back as     Samra led, soon to be taken by Thompson.  The lead changed numerous times between these two, Pinsent and Clarke.  Reeve made some progress but only to seventh.  With a couple of laps to run the order was Thompson, Samra, Pinsent, Ben Kasperczak, Wesley Mason and Guy Cunnington but Samra came off at the dogleg to finish nearly last.  Pinsent managed to get into the lead for the chequer but was excluded for apparently taking Samra off, so Thompson inherited the win over Clarke, Cunnington and Bearman. By scoring well twice, Thompson took a great haul of points to keep him clear at the top of the championship standings, prior to dropped scores.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC MiniMax National Championship
Kiern Jewiss tied with Axel Charpentier for TQ honours, but the latter took both heats.  They lined up together at the front of the first final grid with Charpentier getting off the line best, chased by Kenneally with Jewiss a few places back.  William Pettitt ran wide losing places and three karts spun off at the Loop, Zachary Robertson the worst affected.  Mark Kimber came to second but was elbowed back in favour of Jewiss who broke away with Charpentier. Olli Caldwell was next to fall off and Joe Phillips had the black flag. With well over a lap to run Charpentier started defending letting the next few bunch up, forcing Jewiss to concentrate on his defence and allowing Charpentier to run clear for the win, Jewiss losing out to Kenneally with Kimber fourth.  Both Tom Wood and Garrett Webb were excluded for non-compliance and driving respectively.  For the second final Charpentier again made the best start but this time  he was soon demoted to fourth with Jewiss taking up the front position.  Kenneally momentarily got to the front, leaving Jewiss trading second with Charpentier but soon Jewiss and Charpentier  had put Kenneally back to third whilst they fought hard. After a few lead swaps, Charpentier tried to go round the outside, but this allowed Tyler Chesterton to sneak into second, Jewiss just staying ahead, Charpentier third and Kenneally fourth. Jewiss and Charpentier are in the fight for the 2015 title.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Junior Max National Championship
Josh Skelton and Rory Hudson topped the timed qualifying and each won a heat, both fronting the first final grid with Jack Martin and Oliver York on the row behind. As Hudson took the hole shot Dean MacDonald shot away from his fourth row start to slot into second but Hoggard recovered quickly to depose both.  As MacDonald and Hudson swapped places three times, Hoggard just drove clear by over 2s.  Eventually MacDonald got the upper hand on Hudson, but the latter was penalised with exclusion for a technical non-compliance, so Thomas Turner, Jordan Brown-Nuttley and Harrison Thomas were next along.  For the second final MacDonald was swamped at the start as Turner jumped into the lead only to be taken by Hoggard at the Elbow.  They were quite strung out with Thomas a distant third as Zak Fulk leapfrogged Alex McRoberts and then York after a few more laps for fourth.  By this time Thomas had moved clear of this  battle, whereupon Tom Gamble can off at the Dogleg in the midst of the pack.  That left Fulk on his own in fourth with a gap back to MacDonald. Thomas and MacDonald are really challenging Jack McCarthy at the top of the points table, McCarthy only mid field in both finals.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Senior Max National Championship
The Scottish privateer Jamie Alexander was nearest to Luke Knott fastest qualifying time but Sam Marsh took the first heat, Knott the second whilst Alexander went back to mid field.  So Marsh and Knott headed Josh Collings and Charlie Turner on the first final grid.  Turner was slow away from the standing start, although not as slow as Matthew Hirst.  The order became Marsh, Knott and Collings from start to finish although for a time Knott looked threatening on the winner.  Behind them Johnson took Danny Russell for fourth, with Russell falling to seventh. Donnelly demoted Alexander at the last corner, the Scotsman losing several places.  Knott was quick to pounce on Marsh at the Loop in the second final and inched clear by nearly three seconds.  Collings, Donnelly and Connor Hall kept Marsh on guard throughout what became a rather processional race. Marsh looks good at the head of the points table over Knott and Hall, prior to dropped scores coming into effect.
 
Click for larger image... KZ1 MSA British Kart Championship
Sam Webster was absolutely on form at the short Rissington gearbox circuit, with Scott Allen second in timed qualifying and getting away first in the first heat.  Webster overshot in his attempt to take the lead, going back to last but still recovering to second and winning the second heat with ease over Allen.  Bobby Game executed a perfect start in the first final, leading Scott Allen and Webster until the Zipkart driver sliced inside Allen at the last corner and plunged down the back straight side by side with Game.  Lapping three tenths faster Webster stretched to a six second win in the 27 lap race.  Allen eventually managed to take Game for second, Adam Glear soon following.  And it was Glear paying attention for the second final start followed by Allen and Kelly, Webster caught napping.  "The lights went to red and off so quick I must have blinked," explained Webster after he dropped to sixth, adding: "The kart is just fantastic here."  His superior speed soon had him carving through to win, the pass on Allen allowing Kelly to find a gap for third, Allen complaining about a lack of power and grip at one of what he thought would be his best track.  Hannah Lang was having a great race challenging Henry Easthope for fifth.  When dropped scores are taken into account Webster leads the championship, but it is very tight for second between Allen, Easthope and Glear.
 
Results

ABkC Honda Cadet National Championship:
Final 1: 1 Keaton Samra Zip; 2 Nicholas Reeve Zip; 3 Harry Thompson Project One; 4 Wesley Mason Project One; 5 Dragan Pinsent Project One
Final 2: 1 Thompson; 2 Oliver Clarke BRK; 3 Guy Cunnington BRK; 4 Oliver Bearman Zip; 5 Ben Fayers Project One.

ABkC MiniMax National Championship:
Final 1: 1 Axel Charpentier Tonykart; 2 Fin Kenneally Kosmic; 3 Kiern Jewiss Tonykart; 4 Mark Kimber Alonso; 5 Alex McDade Tonykart
Final 2: 1 Jewiss; 2 Tyler Chesterton Tonykart; 3 Charpentier; 4 Kenneally; 5 Kimber.

ABkC Junior Max National Championship:
Final 1: 1 Jonathan Hoggard Tonykart; 2 Dean MacDonald Kosmic; 3 Thomas Turner Tonykart; 4 Jordan Brown-Nutley Tonykart; 5 Harrison Thomas Tonykart
Final 2: 1 Hoggard; 2 Turner; 3 Thomas; 4 Zak Fulk Tonykart; 5 MacDonald

ABkC Senior Max National Championship:

Final 1: 1 Sam Marsh Alonso; 2 Luke Knott Tonykart; 3 Josh Collings CRG; 4 James Johnson Kosmic; 5 Gary Donnelly Tonykart
Final 2: 1 Knott; 2 Marsh; 3 Collings; 4 Donnelly; 5 Connor Hall Tonykart

KZ1 MSA British Kart Championship:
Final 1: 1 Sam Webster Birel ART/TM; 2 Scott Allen Gold/IAME; 3 Adam Glear CRG/Maxter; 4 Bobby Game Ricciardo/Vortex; 5 Dan Kelly Sodi/TM
Final 2: 1 Webster; 2 Glear; 3 Kelly; 4 Allen; 5 Henry Easthope Sodi/TM

For more information on the SSM Super One Series visit http://superoneseries.com .

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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2015 South West Championships    (10/08)

Dunkeswell Kart Racing Club present the 2015 South West Championships - 29th/30th August.
 
DKRC in association with Mansell Raceway will be holding the 2015 VIP Marquees South West Championships over the August Bank Holiday Weekend with the action spread across the 2 days.
 
There will be Open and Timed Practice on the Saturday and a full evening entertainment package including a curry meal, Disco and Nige Fordham's Big Quiz and the inaugural Ladies Novice Corporate Race. Each driver will receive free stickers, a unique Driver Wristband, SWC15 T-shirt and new for this year a commemorative mug to drink your tea out of!
 
Sunday will see the Heats and Pre Finals before the Finals decide just who is the best of the best in the South West. All this for less than the price of a standard race weekend at only £85.
 
Entry can be made online at www.dunkeswellkartclub.co.uk .
 
Don't leave it too late as entries are building fast. If you fancy a sneak peek at the best circuit in the West Country then there is an Open Practice session on Saturday 22nd August.

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The 2015 London Cup   (10/08)

Click for larger image... It's not long now to HKC's 2015 London Cup.
 
There are now only a few places left in the cadet grids and the X30 and Rotax grids aren't far behind. The trophies will be, as ever, huge, the prizes will be awesome, and the sun will definitely shine.
 
Remember that due to the popularity of last year's event this year's London Cup will run across both days of the weekend of the 4th and 5th of September at Rye House, with practice being held on Friday the 3rd and the grids will be for Iame, Honda, and Honda Clubman Cadets, Mini Max, Junior and Senior Rotax, Rotax 177, Junior and Senior X30 and for the first time Bambinos!
 
For those of you who haven't experienced the demands of Rye House before, the track is tight, twisty and technical, it's also next to a canal so come and join us at Hertfordshire's answer to Monaco!
 
All the information you need for a great day's racing can be found here at www.hoddesdonkc.com including entry forms, the circuit guide and class footage from last year and the year before that was on Motors, Sky Sports 4 and the Sky F1 channels.
 
See you all soon!

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MSA British Kart Championship    (10/08)

Round 5 of the SSM MSA British Kart Championship took place at Rissington on 8-9th August.

Sam Webster was untouchable in the two finals, winning both despite missing the start in the second.

Bobby Game executed a perfect start in the first final, leading Scott Allen and Webster until the Zipkart driver sliced inside Allen at the last corner and plunged down the back straight side-by-side with Game.

When dropped scores are taken into account Webster leads the championship, but it is very tight for second.

Results - Final One:
1 Sam Webster (Birel ART/TM)
2 Scott Allen (Gold/IAME)
3 Adam Glear (CRG/Maxter)

Results - Final Two:
1 Sam Webster (BirelART/TM)
2 Adam Glear (CRG/Maxter)
3 Dan Kelly (Sodi/TM)

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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KartKraft Karting Simulator    (07/08)

Click for larger image...Black Delta announced today that Gamescom 2015 attendees will be the first in the world to experience their debut racing title, KartKraft. Originally entitled KartSim, KartKraft is the evolution of a university game prototype created by ex-kart racer and Black Delta CEO, Zach Griffin.

"What an incredible journey it's been! In 2005, I wrote the first prototype for KartKraft. After 10 years and what started as a university project in Melbourne, Australia, and now to debut the game at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany; it doesn't get much better than this. Being so fortunate to combine my passions for gaming and racing karts, the vision for KartKraft far exceeded what one man could ever accomplish. Seven months since we launched the studio to rebuild KartKraft from the ground up, we can't wait to show what the Black Delta team has been working on."

Click for larger image... The Melbourne based studio will show off the title at the world's largest computer and video game event in Cologne, Germany between the 5th-9th August, 2015. Fans and media will be able to race on a 6-DOF hexapod motion simulator with the Oculus Rift, similar to those used by Formula One teams. Airfreighted from Australia specifically for the Gamescom event, the simulator lets players feel every bump and vibration as the tyres grip, slide and bounce over the laser-scanned circuit.

Click for larger image... Scheduled for a Q4 2015 release on Steam's Early Access, KartKraft lets players race karts capable of accelerating from 0-100km/h in 2.5 seconds, with triple the cornering forces of a road car. Featuring laser-scanned circuits from around the world, players can customize their avatar, kart and team with products from FREEM, Alpinestars, CRG, IAME, MIR, Sparco, Arai, Arrow, Monaco and many more.

KartKraft will make its Gamescom debut this year, located at Stand A30 in Hall 10.1.

Further information on the title can be found at the KartKraft website , Twitter and Facebook .

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Ogden Motorsport    (05/08)

Click for larger image... Ogden Motorsport would like to congratulate Ben Barnicote on winning the Senior X30 final at the 2015 Kartmasters Grand Prix on Sunday. He came through from eleventh position on the starting grid to take the lead half way through the race and win convincingly. To make the day even better ST Racing's John Stewart finished fifth in his first competitive outing in the class.

In a day when the racing was hard, BNR's David Malukas from the USA lead the Junior X30 race until an accident left him in the barriers. In the Rotax Mini Class DHR's Mark Kimber started slowly in the final, but once he got his racing head on, had the fastest lap and did lead the final for a short while and eventually finished a very close second. MBR's James Gee Coates had a stunning drive from the back of the grid to finish 9th with the fastest lap in the final.
 
Other congratulations must go to Coles Racing's Zak Fulk on winning his first junior Eurochallenge Final at Wackersdorf in Germany a week earlier and also to DHR's Sam Marsh on finishing second in the Senior Class final.

With a win at the 2014 X30 World Championships at Le Mans, these results show the continuing high performance and continued engine development enhance the chances of an improved race result when you choose Ogden Motorsport to build your engines. For further details, please contact Steve, David or Richard on +44 (0)1423 324738 or email steve@steveogden.co.uk .
 
We have engine packages in the Rotax and X30 classes for sale or rent throughout the season.

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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RL Make Their Mark In X30    Click for larger image... (04/08)

Click for larger image... RL Racing Department made their mark in X30 by claiming the title of Kart Masters GP Championship 2015, as Tom wood took a maiden X30 Junior victory in a bumper grid.

The PFI based squad fielded a strong line up for this year's Kart Masters Grand Prix and showed their mettle in a hard fought weekend...

Tom Wood took the spoils in Junior X30, Chris Lulham and Jordan Collard raced hard at the front of Mini Max with Lulham taking victory in the pre final only to be jumped across the start line with no action taken, this putting him off guard dropping down the order and then having to climb back to an eventual P5 battling with the lead group again on the final 2 laps, Collard taking P8 at the flag.

Click for larger image... Bethany Abbott opted to compete in Junior X30 and Mini Max for this race and duly took P9 in both TQ sessions on Friday. A great achievement for the fast improving youngster especially in a grid of 47 X30 Juniors. She raced hard but had a big crash on Friday in X30, the team managing to put a new kart together in 35 minutes so she was back out again in heat 3. Her finals didn't go to plan with damage in both but the positives for her are immense in speed at the moment.

Click for larger image... The Hibbitt brothers were a welcome one-off addition to the RL fold for KMGP with Daniel in X30 Junior and Nathan in Iame cadet.  Both on a steep learning curve with no UK knowledge having only ever competed in their native Shanghai, they both improved hugely through the weekend and will be back for more soon.

Max Bird took a fantastic P2 overall in TQ on Saturday only to lose his race motor in heat 2 when it seized, leaving him lacking 2-3 tenths per lap.  He fought hard to keep within the top ten from there on using his wet engine rounding the grand final off 11th.

Click for larger image... A big thanks go to Bob and Dan Astill of Kartune Motorsport and Warwick from Cream Racing Engines for the great engines supplied and to Chris Walker for the awesome pictures.

Next stop is Rissington for Super One this weekend where Wood lays 3rd in the Mini Max series vying for the championship spoils.

To secure your 2015/6 space with RL's limited availability contact Steve Armstrong on 07843 586416 or rlracingteam@icloud.com .

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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Henry Surtees Challenge    (04/08)

The best of British young motorsport talent are invited to enter the 'Henry Surtees Challenge', which is taking place on Wednesday 7th October 2015 at Buckmore Park Kart Circuit, Chatham, Kent. This superb annual is organised by former F1 World Champion, John Surtees OBE and the Henry Surtees Foundation.
 
The Challenge, now in its fifth year, has become an essential fixture on the racing calendar for motorsport talent aged 15 years or over wishing to give themselves that vital edge in their preparation for the 2016 season John Surtees would like to invite kart and car racers that are currently progressing up the motorsport ladder, to compete in the karting event and have the unique opportunity to win a spectacular range of career enhancing prizes to help aid their race programme preparation for 2016.  Drivers of the calibre of Alexander Sims, Scott Malvern, Ben Barnicoat, Oliver Rowland, Piers Prior, David Pittard have to name but a few, have all been very supportive and have benefitted from our unique prize content. 
 
The event will see drivers battling it out, using the superb Club 100 Birel Karts . The top three drivers will be awarded with the prestigious Henry 'H' trophy title and exclusive prizes - considered to be the best prizes ever offered at a kart meeting last year stretched to tenth place! Prizes will be awarded for fastest lap, the most unlucky driver and a heavyweight prize for 80kg or above.
 
John Surtees said "the first Henry Surtees Challenge took place in 2010, and Buckmore Park seemed the natural venue to host it;  it had it been the circuit where Henry first sat in a kart, at the age of 8, but also where he had gained  success. Buckmore is renowned for being a superb training ground for future British World Champions. During its 52 years; the track has seen the likes of World Champions Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button hone their racing skills along with racers Johnny Herbert, Dan Wheldon and many others, and is a great venue to host the Challenge.
 
The 2015 Challenge will once again provide an excellent opportunity for talented young racers, to compete to win test drives, experiences and equipment worth thousands of pounds, in order to assist them with their racing season and enhance their motorsport career. I am delighted that the motor sport community are once again assisting this initiative".
 
One of the 2014 winners, Jack Aiken said "I'd like to thank John and the Foundation for putting on such a great event for young drivers, the prizes are incomparable to any karting, or racing, competition out there."
 
Another 2014 prize winner, Ross Gunn won a Formula Renault test experience. We caught up with Ross shortly after his trip to Jerez, and he said "it was such an honour to take part in the Formula Renault test. I can't thank the foundation enough for what was a truly unforgettable experience. Manor MP Motorsport teams professionalism and work ethic was far beyond anything I have ever worked with. I would like to thank the Henry Surtees Foundation and the team at Renault UK and Manor Competition for the amazing experience and opportunity that this prize has given me. I will never forget the two days I had."
 
The cost of entry is £500. Entrants must be aged 15 years or over on or before 7th October 2015 and hold a current MSA or ACU licence or be a current Premier Sprint Class, Clubman Sprint Class member of Club100 or a Buckmore Park Elite Class driver.
 
To register your interest, please email: info@henrysurteesfoundation.com

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Birel ART Wins At Kartmasters    (03/08)

Click for larger image... Ben Barnicoat took the senior X30 win at the prestigious Kartmasters event at PFI last weekend. Ben, who was racing for the Zip/RSF team on a Birel ART, was in impressive form all weekend setting the pace in every session over the 4 days taking 3 heat wins en route to the pre final.
 
Ben had to take avoiding action at the start of the pre final putting him down in 23rd, Ben recovered well to take 11th place in the pre final meaning that he would start P11 for the main Grand Prix event. Ben quickly made his way to the front and took the victory in front of a full house at PFI who also witnessed Ben taking the Rotax GP Plate at the same meeting, the first time in the 20 year history of the event that this has ever been done!
 
The Senior X30 GP title is yet another title in X30 for the Zip team, having already won the junior GP title and the World Junior X30 title in 2014. Zip Kart are the official UK dealers for Birel ART and are also the official Birel ART team in the UK.
 
The Zip Team will be attending the IAME World finals in Le Mans in October and also the remaining round of Super One and LGM  and do have a limited number of places available to join this winning team.
 
For more information on Birel ART products or about racing in the Zip /Birel ART team in 2015 or 2016 please contact Zip Kart on 01327 855310.
 
Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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3DR Motorsport    (03/08)

For a limited period 3DR Motorsport are offering awning space for £75 per day at Whilton Mill, Shenington, Kimbolton & PFI!

We cater for all Rotax Classes, X30 and the LGM Series.

Two awning spaces are also available for the London Cup at Rye House on 4th and 5th September.  Book soon to avoid disappointment.

We also offer Chassis straightening in our workshop.

For more information please call us on 01582 665113.

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Lydd Summer Championship    (31/07)

Round 5 of the Lydd Kart Circuit Owner Driver Summer Championship takes place on Sunday 9th August.
 
Championship awards will be going to Bambino 4 Stroke, Bambino 2 Stroke, Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Mini Max, Junior Max, ProKart, Senior Rotax, Rotax Max 177.
 
The championship runs over 6 rounds with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position. Our IKR meetings command a high standard of racing, Kart Club Regulations apply.

Click for larger image... We race every 2nd Sunday of the month, with open practice the Saturday before.  New drivers to the sport or returning competitors are all very welcome.

Race entries taken up to and including Sunday morning.
 
Fees are £45 for members and £50 for non-members.
AM/PM half day Saturday practice is £25 for members, £30 non-members.
Saturday 9am - 10am is Bambino Hour - £20.
Membership is £30 and runs for a year from the date you join/renew, saving £5 each time you visit.
 
F100 - Spirit of the 90's - Oliver Scullion & drivers are joining us for the 'F100 - World Championship'.  More information is available at www.f100.co.uk .
 
We also offer kart storage at £5 per week and garage space hire for £25 per kart/per day. Transponder hire is £10 per day.
  
Please refer to our website for further information www.lyddkartcircuit.com , or contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) with enquiries on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895.  You can also send an email to  lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk , or Facebook a message.

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World Motor Sport Council    (29/07)

At its meeting of July 10th, 2015 in Mexico City, Mexico, the World Motor Sport Council of the FIA took the following decisions on the basis of proposals from members of the International Karting Commission:
 
The WMSC approved the launch of the new generation of direct drive engines in Senior and Junior categories as of 1st January 2016, to satisfied the request of the ASN's with the aim to extend the use of direct drive engines at national level.
 
In order to allow the manufacturers concerned to start the usual homologation process, the CIK-FIA Technical & Homologation Regulations are available from the CIK-FIA. The deadline for receipt of applications is 1st August 2015.

The WMSC has approved the existence of a category for driver from 11 to 13 years of age. The CIK-FIA will draft guidelines for ASN's to use on their national level.

For further information regarding the CIK-FIA visit www.cikfia.com .

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Super One Support Race    (28/07)

Rissington Kart Club will be running a Cadet Libre support race at their round of Super One series on the 8th-9th August.
 
Entries are now open with online entry available at www.rissykartclub.com .

For more information contact the Competition Secretary, Julie Dredge, at julie.dredge@btinternet.com .

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The 2015 London Cup Is Go    (24/07)

Click for larger image...Due to the popularity of last year's event this year's London Cup will run across both days of the weekend of the 4th and 5th of September at Rye House, with practice being held on Friday the 3rd.
 
Entries are now open for Iame, Honda, and Honda Clubman Cadets, Mini Max, Junior and Senior Rotax, Rotax 177, Junior and Senior X30 and for the first time Bambinos! For the sake of accommodating all the classes and the smooth running of the event there will be no split entries per class are limited to only twenty eight drivers and fourteen in the Bambinos.
 
Bambinos will run in their standard format and all other classes will run as Timed Practice (not long ago known as timed qualifying), Heat 1, Heat 2, then Heat 3, Pre-Final and Final across the weekend. For the energetic cadet driver and mechanic entries are being accepted from those wishing to enter all cadet classes (no one has yet done all three!)
 
All the information you need for a great day's racing can be found here at www.hoddesdonkc.com including entry forms, the circuit guide and class footage from last year.
 
See you all soon...

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Team Manager Vacancy    (24/07)

Msport karting is looking to hire an experienced team manager to take control of the day to day running of the team.
 
We currently race in Rotax and X30 classes so an in-depth knowledge of both class types is essential. You will be responsible for keeping the team running, along with the teams in-house dyno program. Signing new drivers whilst maintaining relationships with our existing customers.
 
This position will require a certain amount of travelling and a full driving licence (preferably clean).
 
Please apply in writing including your CV to:
Mrs Lisa Crawley, Msport Karting, Whilton Mill Kart circuit, Whilton Locks, Daventry, Northants, NN11 2NH
Or by email to info@teammsport.com .

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Fantastic News From RPM    (23/07)

Any Prokart team currently running 160cc engines can have free use of two RPM GX200 Extreme engines to race in this year's British 24 hour event!

Yes that's right, if you would like to race in this prestigious event on 15/16th August at Teesside, for just £750 you will received...

Entry to the British 24 hour event
1 set of YDS tyres
FREE use of RPM Extreme engines
Plus of course the opportunity to race on the longest kart circuit in the world, against 70 other teams (current entry 66 teams).

This fantastic offer is limited to the first 20 teams to call us and enter the race so don't wait and miss out!

To book, simply call Teesside Karting on 01642 231117 and reserve your space on the with a £100 deposit - it's that simple.

The British 24 hour is a unique event and with a large entry teams of all levels are sure to enjoy a competitive and friendly event.  Call us for more information now.

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Mirage Racing Engines    (21/07)

It has been a magical start for newly-formed engine preparation company Mirage Racing Engines.
 
With the Iame brand of engines rapidly becoming the biggest classes in the UK and Europe with their X30 senior and Junior engines producing grids around the country of 50 plus entries and the quality of the engines producing some very close and exciting racing action it was decided that a 'fresh approach' to engine preparation was needed and so Mirage Racing Engines was formed.
 
With many years' experience within the karting industry at UK and International level the people behind Mirage know what is required to win races with the main aim of customer service and satisfaction in mind.
 
This weekend at the 5th round of LGM Buckmore Park saw Mirage take their first National win just under 2 months after starting their testing programme this proving that the company is at the forefront of top level competition from the off.
 
Mirage Racing Engines would like to say a huge congratulation to Matt Davies who drove from grid 20 after a tough pre-final saw him pushed down the order only to prove his pace when he stormed through the heavily talented grid of X30 Seniors to take his and Mirage's maiden LGM victory.
 
Also a sterling effort from Ben Wooldridge in X30 Junior to battle hard from last place in the pre-final to eventually finish an excellent 6th in the main final once again proving that Mirage has the speed required whether it be Junior or Senior. This early success has now allowed the company to branch out and begin work on the Iame Cadet class and we know it won't take long before we are on the top step of that too!
 
For more information on getting your engine 'prepared for success' or testing one of our rental engines please call 07584 359412 or 07824 470106.

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British Superkart Championship    (21/07)

Round 8, 9 and 10 of the MSA British Superkart Championship took place in Anglesey on 12th July.

Dan Clark gave his championship a boost with a hattrick of wins. However, series leader Gavin Bennett was content to follow him home on each occasion and ease closer to the title.

James O'Reilly led the early stages of round eight before Clark and Bennett took over. Gareth James came through to secure third place and continued that form in round nine.

Reigning champion Paul Platt put a few problems behind to step on the podium in round 10.

Results:
Round 8
1 Dan Clark (Anderson Gas Gas)
2 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
3 Gareth James (Anderson DEA)

Round 9
1 Dan Clark (Anderson Gas Gas)
2 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
3 Gareth James (Anderson DEA)

Round 10
1 Dan Clark (Anderson Gas Gas)
2 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
3 Paul Platt (MS Kart Gas Gas)

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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New Buckmore Park Launches    (17/07)

John Surtees OBE officially launched the new Buckmore Park Karting Limited on Wednesday 15 July. The launch saw the unveiling of an all-new fleet of 50 2016 model  Sodi RT8 390cc karts in the striking blue and yellow Team Surtees livery of the successful European Championship Winning Formula Two TS10 Car. 
 
During the launch 'Great British Bake Off', TV presenter Paul Hollywood, demonstrated one of the new karts. Whilst Formula Ford Championship winning driver, Scott Malvern took to the circuit in the Surtees TS10 Formula Two car which John won the Imola Gold Cup and the Japanese Grand Prix in 1972. Guests were also given the opportunity to be the first to try out the new karts, or given the option  to a thrilling passenger ride in a twin-seater kart driven by Scott Malvern.
 
John Surtees OBE also unveiled the 'John Button' suite in memory of Jenson Button's late father. The walls have been painted pink, and features two photos of Jenson and John Button, which were specifically chosen by Jenson. A specially framed pink shirt also graces its wall in honour of John Button.
 
For many Formula 1 fans, the pink shirt is synonymous with John Button, who was also affectionately known as 'Papa Smurf'. When John passed away, Jenson Button and his sisters Natasha, Samantha and Tanya launched the #PinkForPapa campaign encouraging fans to wear Papa Smurf pink T shirts in his memory. To support the initiative, Team McLaren worked with Jenson to create a special pink T-shirt for fans, in which proceeds were donated to the Henry Surtees Foundation.  
 
John Surtees said, 'I first created an association with John Button when he supplied Henry's first Comer kart engines from his Rocket company.  Both Jenson and my late son Henry enjoyed success in their karting careers here at Buckmore Park.  
 
He continued "The #PinkForPapa campaign was a lovely initiative to honour John, I'm sure he would've been amused by the publics enthusiastic reaction at the 2014 British Grand Prix. We are very grateful that the family chose HSF to be beneficiary of the funds raised from the T Shirt sales. The John Button Suite here at Buckmore, will serve as a lasting tribute to John Button too".
 
John Surtees, the Edenbridge-based businessman, who won the Formula One World Championship in 1964, after winning seven World Motorcycle Championships recently took control of Buckmore Park. The venue is one of the most picturesque circuits in the UK, and is rich in karting heritage, its 52 years of karting excellence has seen the likes of champions Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button hone their racing skills. John would like Buckmore to continue to become a major feeder for youngsters to further their career in motorsport.  His aim is to continue to improve the facilities of Buckmore Park, and to integrate some of the objectives of the Henry Surtees Foundation.  The Henry Surtees Foundation aims to raise funds to support accident care, with particular emphasis on head injuries, and help educate and train young people with motorsport-related programmes in technology, engineering and road safety instruction for two and four wheels.
 
Buckmore Park is recognised as one of the UK's premier outdoor karting circuits presenting an exciting challenge to would be champions and the world of corporate karting. It's undulating nature is a superb training ground for future British World Champions. It's also the place where John's late son Henry was first introduced to karting.

For more information on Buckmore Park visit www.buckmore.co.uk .

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Girls In Motorsport Programme    (16/07)

A new initiative to encourage more young women to take up karting will get underway this summer at Hooton Park Kart Circuit, home of the Cheshire Kart Racing Club.

Starting in July, the Girls in Motorsport programme will give 50 x young women aged 14-25 years the chance to discover the fun and thrill of karting and access free coaching. To be eligible, participants must live in Cheshire, currently do little or no exercise and can commit to attend 6-8 weeks, attending weekly sessions.

Funded by Active Cheshire through the Sportivate programme, it's the biggest ever initiative in the UK aimed at inspiring more young women and girls to feel confident and comfortable about participating in motorsport, and reinforces the Sport England This Girl Can campaign to get women active. Girls in Motorsport is a partnership between Hooton Circuit Club and young drivers academy The Blair Project.

It has attracted the support of female role models in motorsport such as 18 year old kart racer Charlotte Eyre, who is a champion for the US Girls female sports participation programme, and Helen Bashford Malkie, the MD of Chevron Racing based in Cheshire who's a former chair of the British Womens' Racing Drivers Club, and a board member of the prestigious Motorsport Industry Association..

Charlotte, who was introduced to karting by her father Nicholas said " Karting is a sport that anyone can enjoy regardless of shape, size or ability. It's a sport I love, and I hope other young women will give it a go and take part in these summer camps. I have volunteered to deliver some coaching sessions, and help out in anyway I can. I'm really looking forward to it".

The pilot programme will run from July 6th, giving the 50 participants access to free expert coaching from former pros, racewear and 2 behind-the-wheel driving sessions per day. Karting is a very social family friendly sport, providing opportunities to join a club, make new friends and participate in friendly Cheshire Karting Club competitions.

Motorsport is one of a handful of sports where male and female competitors compete together. But only 5% of licence holders are women. The aim is to increase the participation of young women and girls and close this gender gap.

Said Helen "Closing the gender gap in motorsport is an imperative. The Blair Project has worked tirelessly to secure the funding to support Girls in Motorsport and are to be applauded. I hope it will inspire more young girls to take up motor racing and compete at the highest levels!

Targeted opportunities are available for all newcomers of all abilities to become involved at all levels as a Grid Mate - whether as drivers, volunteer mechanics, engineers, marshalls or general club volunteers and gain valuable race meeting experience.

Sarah Tilling, Strategic Lead - Voluntary Sector, with Active Cheshire added: "Hooton Park Kart Circuit is an important local sport facility in Ellesmere Port, that can help us to achieve our goal of getting 50,000 more people, more active in Cheshire by 2017. "

The Hooton Park Kart Circuit is well established and is used by over 4000 participants every year. But it's keen to reach out further into the local community to motivate inactive people take up karting for fun, or as a sport.

Club chairman Bob Wilson said: "Motorsport is perceived as a sport for the men and the boys. This award gives us a great opportunity to change this perception and attract more young women and girls to karting, and help them develop a sporting habit for life".

Anne Boyd, CEO of Active Cheshire said: "We are so pleased to be able to award funding to this ground breaking project. We look forward to keeping in contact with Hooton Circuit Club and The Blair Project throughout this exciting programme and sharing in their successes."

To register please visit http://www.theblairproject.org/girls-in-motorsports-sign-up/4589599539 .

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Great Weekend For HTR    (15/07)

It was another great weekend for HTR Racing with our drivers winning all three heats and the final in the Honda class on the Synergy cadet kart.

James Walker extended his lead in the NKF championship and also the CKRC championship after winning 2 heats and the final. Justin Breward coming 1st in heat 1, 3rd in heat 2 and 3rd in the final.

Click for larger image...This means that HTR with the Honda/Synergy kart have won all 20 races in the NKF championship so far. Excellent work by all involved with the team.

 
Riley Banks is finding good form now, running at the sharp end and even leading the final at one point bringing it home in a very respectable 3rd. 
 
Lewis Marley and Jacob McLaren are forever improving, putting in some fast lap times - they just need to keep out of trouble and the results will come for them! 
 
HTR have just 1 remaining position available in the team which competes in all NKF, Rowrah and PFI club meetings. Anyone interested in joining a very successful team who can provide anything from basic awning space to a full arrive and drive package please contact Derrick on 07836 248459.

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Kartmasters Entries Closing Soon    (15/07)

Entries for the 2015 MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix and the X30 Kartmasters Trophy will close on Saturday 18th July 2015.

Enter online here !

Please remember to also submit your tyre order form .

Following the success of the format used last year - the same will be used once again:

Thursday - Optional Test Day
Friday - Warm Up / Timed Qualifying / Heats x 2
Saturday - Warm Up / Timed Qualifying / Heats x 2
Sunday - Warm Up / B Final / Pre Final / Grand Prix

So with plenty of track time scheduled with this popular format, daytime & evening entertainment, famous names amongst the entry lists and live IPTV streaming - Kartmasters 2015 is not to be missed!
In addition to that, the prize fund for Kartmasters 2015 will exceed a whopping £15,000!  The top 3 drivers in each class will receive the following:

1st - 40" Samsung 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV
2nd - iPad Air
3rd - Parrot Minidrone Jumping Sumo (IAME/Honda/Mini Max)
Sony Smart 3D Blu-ray & DVD Player (all other classes)


We have also received a number of prizes which have kindly been donated by Karting related businesses, these include... Free entries to the X30 International Finals, a BRM watch, a helmet, digital magazine subscriptions, tyres, vouchers, test days - to name but a few. The full list of these additional prizes will be available soon. So if you haven't already done so, enter Kartmasters 2015 now before it's too late!

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SSM Super One Series R6    (14/07)

The sixth round of Britain's top karting series had all classes but Rotax on its visit to Scotland.  A few rain showers helped to liven up proceedings and gave rise to some quite unexpected results.

Guesting was the MSA Bambino Championship for the 6 - 8 year olds, where Taylor Orridge came out on top of Freddie Slatter and Alfie Briggs.

 
Click for larger image... MSA British Cadet Kart Championship
Jonny Edgar and Brandon Martland were awarded the wins in the two finals after Dexter Patterson, who had dominated the results, was excluded from the meeting for alleged ineligible fuel. He has appealed the penalty to the National Court. Edgar was trailing Patterson in the first final but still managed to put over 4s on what became the second place battle.  Finlay Bunce came out on top of the fight with Taylor Barnard with Harry Thompson slipping back but still holding off Owen Marlow.  Brandon Martland had reached fifth before falling to 22nd and then storming back to seventh.  In the second final Martland continued his progress for the eventual win, reaching second within a few laps but finding Patterson out of reach.   Edgar fell to to the back at the start with a stalled engine and had to use all his skill for an eventual third place behind Barnard, to keep his provisional championship lead.  Bunce came out on top of a close dice for fourth.
 
Click for larger image... MSA British Kart Championship
Defending champion Henry Easthope was in top form at the Scottish circuit of Larkhall, winning all the races and only pipped in timed qualifying by Adam Glear.  Glear made the best start in the first final but Easthope found a way through by a third distance and pulled a comfortable gap.  Glear also succumbed to Sam Webster.  In the second final Easthope nailed the start and ran to an unchallenged victory whilst Webster only lasted a couple of laps.  Webster had mistakenly taken his slick tyres out of parc ferme and was forced to use rain tyres in the second final which did not last. Shaun Slavin took advantage of the ailing Webster to leapfrog Glear, but only for a few laps.  With only a seventh and fourth Scott Allen has relinquished the championship lead to Easthope.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Honda Cadet National Championship
Dragan Pinsent honed his kart's handling to culminate with two final wins from starting out seventh in timed qualifying, Ben Fayers taking honours in that.  After heat wins by Oliver Clarke and Harry Thompson, Pinsent had fallen back to 13th on the first final grid. But he buckled down and by lap 6 was in second shadowing Harry Thompson.  A splendid last lap move earned Pinsent the win over Thompson with Clarke and Oliver Bearman holding station behind. Alex Lloyd was next but had a five place penalty added.  Pinsent and Clarke broke away in the second final, having 10s over the third place battle, but their positions unchanged throughout. Thompson, Lloyd and Fayers traded third but finished in that order, the race prematurely halted with a red flag leaving no opportunity for those waiting for the last lap lunges.  Oliver Clarke maintains his fifteen points lead over Thompson.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Junior TKM National Championship
The Junior TKM finals were notable for the unexpected winners.  After a timed qualifying topped by Susanne Gutzold, Sam Fowler and Abbi Pullin, Gutzold and Jack Davidson went onto win the heats.  But it was Ryan Edwards and Matthew Taylor who lined up at the front of the first final grid, the track drying and Louis Wortley in last place gambling on slicks along with Christopher Whitton, Jack Davidson and Joseph Reeves-Smith. But Reeves-Smith went off in the slippy early laps losing a lot of time being restarted. With Ryan Edwards and Matthew Graham taking up the early running once the track came to those slick shod runners Davidson forged to the front only to retire with a couple of laps to run, going off with suspected brake failure.  That let Wortley take over with Whitton following whilst Graham and Bradley White were 27s in arrears. Wortley had one lap in the second final lead before slipping backwards, his place taken by Whitton with White chasing down the not insignificant gap.  White slipped into the lead with five laps remaining, Graham following him through.  But Whitton quickly retrieved second leaving Graham on the third step of the podium but still at the top of the standings with 15 points in hand over Matthew Taylor who had stormed up to fourth in the second final from last place in the first.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC TKM Extreme National Championship
James Ogden was the man in form on Saturday with fastest in qualifying and two heat wins whilst Matt England never really looked able to challenge.  But Ogden went off after only a few laps in the lead of the first final on Sunday, after Al Paterson had exchanged places but was knocked back to third. Kyle Sproat took up the running, trading places with England and then Owain Rosser but getting the lead back for the chequer.  In that last lap sort out Rosser fell to fifth and Paterson followed through to second ahead of England. In the second final Sproat and England fought for the lead, Sproat coming out on top to lead most of the race whilst Ogden came from the back of the small grid to third.  England is still well in control of the championship with a slightly diminished 21 points in hand over Sproat.
 
Click for larger image... Junior X30 International Qualifier
Angus Fender shone in timed qualifying but then incurred a five place penalty in the first heat, won by Philip Hanson with wildcard local driver Jack Gordon taking the second.  That all left Harry Platten and Ethan Pitt on the front row for the first final with Platten initially leading before handing over to Pitt.  Thomas Pegram was next to the front then Platten once more until Gordon, who had lurked in third for much of the race, came up to challenge and win.  Pegram followed through for second whilst Platten lost another two places on the last lap.  Gordon had no problems in the second final pulling out 7s over the battle between Hanson, Joshua Thompson and Platten.  But Platten lost places again leaving Hanson and Thompson on the podium with Fender in fourth.  At the halfway point of the series Harry Platten leads Ethan Pitt by 14 points, the latter suffering a five place penalty in the first final.
 
Click for larger image... Senior X30 International Qualifier
Dean Hale and Jamie Flynn vied for the wins over the weekend, firstly to Hale who had been fastest in the time trials, then Flynn for the second heat.  Then Flynn made an inspired choice of rain tyres for the first final and lapped second place Josh Collings twice with Hale hanging onto third.  From the lead Flynn plummeted down the order in the second final when Hale and Collings went through and out ahead for the duration. Flynn then had a coming together in his attempts to get back towards the front. Hale crossed the line less than a tenth ahead.  It's very tight at the top of the championship standings with Hale leading Collings by a point and Flynn only a further four back.
 
Results:

IAME MSA British Cadet Championship
Final 1 (Provisional):1 Jonny Edgar (Synergy); 2 Finlay Bunce (Zip); 3 Taylor Barnard (Zip); 4 Harry Thompson (Zip); 5 Owen Marlow (Zip)
Final 2 (Provisional): 1 Brandon Martland (Zip); 2 Barnard; 3 Edgar; 4 Bunce; 5 Thompson.

KZ1 MSA British Championship
Final 1: 1 Henry Easthope (Sodi/TM); 2 Sam Webster (ART-Birel/TM); 3 Adam Glear (CRG/Maxter); 4 Dan Kelly (Sodi/TM); 5 Ben Blick (Sodi/TM).
Final 2: 1 Easthope; 2 Glear; 3 Shaun Slavin (CRG/Maxter); 4 Scott Allen (Gold/IAME); 5 Kelly.

ABkC Honda Cadet National Championship
Final 1: 1 Dragan Pinsent (Project One); 2 Harry Thompson (Project One); 3 Oliver Clarke (BRK); 4 Oliver Bearman (Zip); 5 Wesley Mason (Project One).
Final 2: 1 Pinsent; 2 Clarke; 3 Thompson; 4 Alex Lloyd (BRK); 5 Ben Fayers (Project One).

ABkC Junior TKM National Championship
Final 1: 1 Louis Wortley (Jade); 2 Christopher Whitton (Tal-Ko); 3 Matthew Graham (Jade); 4 Bradley White (Jade); 5 Kristian Brierley (Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 White; 2 Whitton; 3 Graham; 4 Matthew Taylor (Tonykart); 5 Jack Davidson (Tonykart).

ABkC TKM Extreme National Championship
Final 1: 1 Kyle Sproat (Tonykart); 2 Al Paterson (Alonso); 3 Matt England (Tal-Ko); 4 Andrew Ferguson (Intrepid); 5 Owain Rosser (Jade).
Final 2: 1 Sproat; 2 England; 3 James Ogden (Tonykart); 4 Rosser; 5 Paterson.

Junior X30 International Qualifier
Final 1: 1 Jack Gordon (Tonykart); 2 Thomas Pegram (Tonykart); 3 Philip Hanson (Tonykart); 4 Joshua Thompson (Tonykart); 5 Harry Platten (Octane).
Final 2: 1 Gordon; 2 Hanson; 3 Thompson; 4 Angus Fender (Gold); 5 Ethan Pitt (Gold).

Senior X30 International Qualifier
Final 1: 1 Jamie Flynn (Alonso); 2 Josh Collings (CRG); 3 Dean Hale (Gold); 4 Max Goldsmith (Gold); 5 Craig Mooney (CRG).
Final 2: 1 Hale; 2 Collings; 3 Euan Wilson (Alonso); 4 Mooney; 5 Oliver Reith (Alonso).

For more information on the series visit www.superoneseries.com .

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Formula Cadet Tyres    (14/07)

The Motor Sports Association (MSA) has launched a tender process for the supply of Formula Cadet class tyres, for a period of three years from 1 January 2017.

The MSA has produced an invitation to tender (ITT) document, which can be accessed via the following link:

Invitation to tender for Formula Cadet class tyres

Tenders must be received by Sheila Barter, Executive Services Office Manager, no later than 12.00 noon on Friday 21 August 2015.

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MSA Kart Championships    (13/07)

The weekend of the 11th-12th July saw Round 6 of the British and British Cadet Kart Championships, and Round 4 of the Bambino Championship take place at Larkhall.

In the SSM MSA British Cadet Kart Championship Jonny Edgar and Brandon Martland were awarded the wins in the two finals at Larkhall.

Finlay Bunce came out on top of the fight with Taylor Barnard with Harry Thompson slipping back but still holding off Owen Marlow. Brandon Martland had reached fifth before falling to 22nd and then storming back to seventh. In the second final Martland continued his progress for the eventual win, reaching second within a few laps but finding Patterson out of reach.
 
Edgar fell to 24th at the start with a stalled engine and had to use all his skill for an eventual third place behind Barnard, to keep his provisional championship lead. Bunce came out on top of a close dice for fourth.

Results - Final 1 (Provisional):
1 Jonny Edgar (Synergy)
2 Finlay Bunce (Zip)
3 Taylor Barnard (Zip)

Results - Final 2 (Provisional):
1 Brandon Martland (Zip)
2 Taylor Barnard (Zip)
3 Jonny Edgar (Synergy)
 
In the SSM MSA British Kart Championship defending champion Henry Easthope was in top form at the Scottish circuit of Larkhall, winning all the races and only pipped in timed qualifying by Adam Glear. Glear made the best start in the first final but Easthope found a way through by a third distance and pulled a comfortable gap. Glear also succumbed to Sam Webster.

In the second final Easthope nailed the start and ran to an unchallenged victory whilst Webster only lasted a couple of laps. Webster had mistakenly taken his slick tyres out of parc ferme and was forced to use rain tyres in the second final which did not last. Shaun Slavin took advantage of the ailing Webster to leapfrog Glear, but only for a few laps.

With only a seventh and fourth Scott Allen has relinquished the championship lead to Easthope.

Results - Final 1:
1 Henry Easthope (Sodi/TM)
2 Sam Webster (ART-Birel/TM)
3 Adam Glear (CRG/Maxter)

Results - Final 2:
1 Henry Easthope (Sodi/TM)
2 Adam Glear (CRG/Maxter)
3 Shaun Slavin (CRG/Maxter)
 
In the MSA Bambino Kart Championship , the Bambinos were guests of the two-day MSA Super One meeting at Larkhall. The Bambino class was very well received with many positive comments about the young drivers and their ability.

Qualifying saw over 20 drivers competing for their grid positions in a time trial format. Taylor Orridge and Alfie Briggs took pole in both of their groups followed by Chance Bennett and Freddie Slatter.

Results:
1 Taylor Orridge (Wright)
2 Freddie Slatter (Wright)
3 Alfie Briggs (MS kart)

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net.

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Lancaster Enters Kartmasters    (09/07)

With entries rolling in for the MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix, motorsport stars are also getting in on the action.

Jon Lancaster, hot from driving at Le Mans and in GP2 last weekend at Silverstone, returns to his karting roots and enters Kartmasters 2015 in X30 Senior!

Remember, entries close on the 18th July so there are still a few days left to get your entry in. Enter now before it's too late!

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Golden Double Act At PFI    (08/07)

Click for larger image...Congratulation to Danny Kierle (Senior X30) and Anderson Chilcott (Junior X30) on their outstanding performances on the latest Gold Kart GTR30 chassis.
 
The Jade kart team found a good set up which resulted in both drivers starting from pole position for their class.
 
The finals saw Danny drive away from the field in Senior X30 to complete a dominant weekend performance. Anderson had a little more work to do, but drove a great race to finish on the top spot.
 
Click for larger image... The new Gold Karts are constantly showing what a great product it is.
 
For information or to arrange a test drive contact:-
 
Magnum Motorsport on tel 01257 474419 or visit their website at www.magtune.com (dealer enquiries welcome for some areas).
or
Jade Karts Ltd on tel 01295 678188 and contact Scott to arrange a test drive.

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Midlands Kart Track    (08/07)

A full time staff member is wanted to join our team at Mr Karting - perfect for any motorsport enthusiast!
 
40 hours a week to include some weekend and evening work with full training given.
 
Good communication skills, proactive work ethic and reliable attitude are all a must for this role. The ideal person will be professional, presentable and able to work under pressure. General duties will include dealing with phone enquiries, track marshalling, driver registration and driver briefings and day to day maintenance of karts and building.
 
If you would like to know more about this position or to apply please send your CV and covering letter to jenna@mrkarting.co.uk .

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Shenington SuperPrix    (07/07)

Don't forget the Shenington SuperPrix on 17 - 19 July is also the new MSA E Plate Championship this year.

It's open to everyone and the entry form can be found here: http://www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk/docs/SPrixentryform.pdf .
 
This new E Plate from the MSA is going to be very prestigious, and on a par with GP and O Plates.  It will be recognised at all MSA Clubs and is designating the English Champion in the same way as S and C are for Scotland and Wales.

All the usual classes will be racing for this new plate except for X30 and Max 177 (which are not permitted by the MSA for these special plates at the moment).  And TKM Clubman has its own unique SP Plate to be won, which can only be used at Shenington. There are fastest lap trophies to be won and every class winner will hold the special SuperPrix perpetual trophy for a year.  The races will be shown in a 2 hour special on MotorsTV and be available on Youtube.  Shenington KRC will be pleased to take entries from X30 Junior and Senior for the Shenington Superprix, eligible for the perpetual SuperPrix trophies to the winners.

 
Optional practice is on Friday 17 July and is open to all usual classes whether entered in the SuperPrix or not.  The 2 day race meeting starts on Saturday morning with scrutineering at 0800, then practice through to a late lunch break followed by heats for most drivers.  Sunday will have the remainder of the heats and the grand finals.

Each lunchtime and Friday and Saturday evening will see on track demonstrations from members of the British Historic Kart Club and The Legends. On Saturday evening there is the usual pig roast, salad, bar and live music.  All drivers entered will receive a free ticket and additional tickets can be purchased at £7.

 
SKRC would like to thank all sponsors of the meeting including Spellfame Karting, Tal-Ko, JAG Engineering, Jade Karts, MK Racing, AFR, John Mills Engineering, The British Historic Kart Club, Grand Prix Models and Zip Kart.

Regulations for the event are here: http://www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk/docs/SuperPrixSRs2015.pdf

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Lydd Summer Championship R4    (06/07)

Click for larger image...Round 4 of the Lydd Kart Circuit Owner Driver Summer Championship takes place on Sunday 12th July.
 
Championship awards going to: Bambino 4 Stroke, Bambino 2 Stroke, Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Mini Max, Junior Max, ProKart, Senior Rotax, Rotax Max 177.
 
The championship runs over 6 rounds with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position. Our IKR meetings command a high standard of racing, Kart Club Regulations apply.
 
We race every 2nd Sunday of the month, open practice the Saturday before.  New drivers to the sport or returning competitors are very welcome.
 
Race entries taken up to and including Sunday morning.
 
Fees are £45 for members and £50 for non-members.
AM/PM half day Saturday practice is £25 members, £30 non-members.
Saturday 9am - 10am Bambino Hour, £20.
Membership is £30 and runs for a year from the date you join/renew, saving £5 each time you visit.
 
We also offer kart storage at £5 per week and garage space hire for £25 per kart/per day. Transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Refer to our website for further information www.lyddkartcircuit.com , or contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) with enquiries on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, send an email to lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk , or Facebook a message.

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Formula Blue At Buckmore Park    (03/07)

Buckmore Park, the longest day of the year and Father's Day - all in all a pretty good day to go racing!
 
Everyone loves this circuit and things were mixed up a little when it was confirmed we would be doing timed qualifying, two heats and a final rather than our traditional 3 heats and final - making for a refreshing change!
 
The race for the championship and on the day was between Ian Branfield and Chris Derrick. Branfield took the fastest lap in timed qualifying but the day came down to the final. They swapped places three times in the first four laps before Branfield managed to hold the lead for the next five laps. But on lap nine, Chris came back for the lead and this time made it stick. Duncan McLeod took third, Kevin Ford fourth and Sam Dible fifth.
 
Next round, Forest Edge and the championship lead is still for the taking.
 
Come and join us, or to find out more about Formula Blue or the NKRA, visit www.planetkarting.uk .

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SSM Super One Series    (01/07)

Round 5 of the SSM Super One Series took place on 27th & 28th June 2015 at Glan y Gors.
 
Click for larger image... IAME MSA British Cadet Kart Championship
Jonny Edgar recovered strongly from a poor first heat result to slice through to win both finals in the usual cat and mouse lead battle. Although Dexter Patterson led the first wet final briefly, Edgar quickly established himself at the front of the first wet final to hold off challenges from Joseph Taylor and Owen Marlow.  Taylor ran up the grass on the inside after the start but recovered strongly. The second final with a dry track was more of a lottery with Taylor leading initially before Patterson came to the front.  With four laps to go, Edgar attacked with his winning move and keeps his lead in the standings over Patterson.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Junior TKM National Championship
Although Matthew Graham had been quickest in the timed qualifying with Jack Davidson just sixth it was Kristian Brierley and Graham who won honours in the heats.  Meantime Matthew Round-Garrido- second in timed qualifying - was excluded from the meeting for having ceramic axle bearings under the rule of no exotic materials. Graham's other heat was not so good so whilst Brierley lined up on pole for the first final alongside Joseph Reeves-Smith, Graham was on grid 5. But Brierley led the first lap but came off at the last corner leaving Graham to lead all the way only to be penalised a lap for gaining an unfair advantage.  Matthew Taylor had slotted into second in the opening melee, but dropped behind Ryan Edwards mid race and the pair were taken by eventual declared winner and runner up Jack Davidson and Christopher Whitton. For the second final that pair remained out front all the way, whilst Graham stormed through from the back for third.  Taylor only lasted three laps due to a broken axle whilst Reeves-Smith was given a five place penalty, dropping him to ninth.  Graham hangs onto his points lead from Matthew Taylor and Sam Fowler.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC TKM Extreme National Championship
Matt England was completely dominant throughout the weekend taking a maximum score although Kyle Sproat chased him hard in both the finals.  James Ogden had been second in both heats, but when the conditions  turned drier it was Sproat who improved, leaving Ogden to settle for fourth in the first behind Al Paterson and third in the second final. Paterson did not finish the second final.  And of course England is comfortably ahead in the points table.
 
ABkC MiniMax National Championship
Click for larger image... In one of the most fiercely contested classes for the 11 to 15 year olds it was William Pettit who made the early running, topping timed qualifying and winning both heats on Saturday.  Tom Wood had been close in the first one, not quite so close in the second but lined up on the front row with Keirn Jewiss and Axel Charpentier right behind.  But Pettit was late to the grid and fell away to 19th as Wood led the first lap before passing the baton to Connor McCarthy who had made the decision to use wets.  The latter kept his cool stretching out a five second lead over the slick shod Fin Kenneally and Jewiss. Bethany Abbott and Rufus Hunt made up a huge number of places for fourth and fifth using their wet weather tyres.  Pettit got back to tenth but amazingly took the lead on the first lap of the second final with an alleged jump start.  He led all the way, mostly from Tom Canning, but both were given five place penalties for gaining unfair advantages for jump starts.  Pettit unsuccessfully appealed his penalty.  That left Kenneally winning from Charpentier and Jewiss.  Jewiss hangs onto his points lead over Charpentier and Wood.
 
Click for larger image... ABkC Junior Max National Championship
Oliver York had the edge on his rivals for timed qualifying and the first heat whilst Dean MacDonald came to the front for the second heat, York only 15th.  MacDonald therefore claimed pole for the first final over Zak Fulk, Jack McCarthy and Tom Gamble.  But MacDonald had a poor start, falling well back as Fulk, McCarthy and York traded the lead.  McCarthy retrieved the lead from York with four laps to run and held the rest off for the win with Jonathan Hoggard nipping past York at the end.  Although Hoggard very briefly had the lead for the second final, except for a couple of laps in the middle when York went ahead, it was all about McCarthy and his second final win.  Scott Symons and Fulk were in a dead heat for second, the verdict given to Symons whilst MacDonald could do no better than tenth. McCarthy stays in the points lead from a steady Harrison Thomas and MacDonald.
 
ABkC Senior Max National Championship
Click for larger image... Brett Ward had dominated the class leading all the way but was then excluded from the meeting for a technical non-compliance on the ignition system.  So Connor Hall and Luke Knott were awarded the heat wins, Marsh lining up on the front row for the first final alongside Ward with Gary Donnelly and Hall behind.  Ward soon took up the running in the first final heading up Marsh for the first half and Hall for the second half.  Donnelly and Knott were elevated to the podium positions.  For the second final Ward led all the way, firstly from Donnelly and then from eventual declared winner Connor Hall with Knott getting third after the exclusion.  Marsh leads the championship from Knott, Hall and Donnelly.
 
Click for larger image... KZ1 MSA British Kart Championship
Sam Webster and Henry Easthope shared the heat wins at the north Wales circuit, but it was Webster who scored both final wins.  The closely following Easthope could find no chink in Webster's defence whilst Adam Glear completed the podium for the first final and Scott Allen the second after beating Glear off the start.  Allen still leads the championship standings but only 6 points ahead of Easthope.

For more information on the series visit www.superoneseries.com .
 
Results

IAME MSA British Cadet Kart Championship
Final 1: 1 Jonny Edgar (Synergy); 2 Joseph Taylor (Synergy); 3 Owen Marlow (Zip); 4 Klaas Kooiker (Zip); 5 Harry Thompson (Zip)
Final 2: 1 Edgar; 2 Taylor; 3 Dexter Patterson (Zip); 4 Finlay Bunce (Zip); 5 Brandon Martland (Zip)

ABkC Junior TKM National Championship
Final 1: 1 Jack Davidson (Tonykart); 2 Christopher Whitton (Tal-Ko); 3 Ryan Edwards (Tonykart); 4 Matthew Taylor (Tonykart); 5 Sam Fowler (Jade).
Final 2: 1 Davidson; 2 Whitton; 3 Matthew Graham (Jade); 4 Fowler; 5 Lewis Griffiths (Jade).

ABkC TKM Extreme National Championship
Final 1: 1 Matt England (Tal-Ko); 2 Kyle Sproat (Tonykart); 3 Al Paterson (Tonykart); 4 James Ogden (Tonykart); 5 Grant Edgley (Tal-Ko).
Final 2: 1 England; 2 Sproat; 3 Ogden; 4 Owain Rosser (Jade); 5 Edgley.

ABkC MiniMax National Championship
Final 1: 1 Connor McCarthy (Tonykart); 2 Fin Kenneally (Kosmic); 3 Kiern Jewiss (Tonykart); 4 Bethany Abbott (Tonykart); 5 Rufus Hunt (Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Kenneally; 2 Axel Charpentier (Tonykart); 3 Kiern Jewiss (Tonykart); 4 Joe Turney (Tonykart); 5 Tom Wood (Tonykart).

ABkC Junior Max National Championship
Final 1: 1 Jack McCarthy (Tonykart); 2 Jonathan Hoggard (Tonykart); 3 Oliver York (Kosmic); 4 Scott Symons (Tonykart); 5 Zak Fulk (Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 McCarthy; 2 Symons; 3 Fulk; 4 York; 5 Hoggard.

ABkC Senior Max National Championship
Final 1: 1 Connor Hall (Tonykart); 2 Gary Donnelly (Tonykart); 3 Luke Knott (Tonykart); 4 Sam Marsh (Alonso); 5 James Johnson (Tonykart)
Final 2: 1 Hall; Donnelly; 3 Knott; 4 Marsh; 5 Scott Mackrell (Kosmic)
 
KZ1 MSA British Kart Championship
Final 1: 1 Sam Webster (ART/TM); 2 Henry Easthope (Sodi/TM); 3 Adam Glear (CRG/Maxter); 4 Scott Allen (Gold/IAME); 5 Dan Kelly (Sodi/TM).
Final 2: 1 Webster; 2 Easthope; 3 Allen; 4 Glear; 5 Kelly.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net.

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Honda Cadet Wildcards    (01/07)

Any Honda Cadet drivers who are considering doing Larkhall Super One as a guest/wildcard, Project One Racing are happy to supply them with their fuel in a smaller quantity.
 
Project One Racing can also offer awning space to wildcard entries for the Scottish Super One round at Larkhall. You will receive full factory back-up including a share of control fuel, use of the new Unipro data system and works engines.

For more information please call Gerard on 07710 103008.

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SSM MSA British Championships    (29/06)

Round 5 of the MSA British Kart Championship took place at Glan-y-Gors on 26th - 28th June.

Sam Webster and Henry Easthope shared the heat wins at the North Wales circuit of Glan-y-Gors, but it was Webster who scored both final wins.

The closely following Easthope could find no chink in Webster's defence, while Adam Glear completed the podium for the first final and Scott Allen the second after beating Glear off the start. Allen still leads the championship standings.

Results - Final 1:
1 Sam Webster (ART/TM)
2 Henry Easthope (Sodi/TM)
3 Adam Glear (CRG/Maxter)

Results - Final 2:
1 Webster
2 Easthope
3 Scott Allen(Gold/IAME)

Round 4 of the SSM MSA British Cadet Kart Championship took place during the same weekend and venue.

Jonny Edgar recovered strongly from a poor first heat to slice through and win both finals in the usual cat-and-mouse lead battle. He quickly established himself at the front of the first wet final to hold off challenges from Joseph Taylor and Owen Marlow.

The second final with a dry track was more of a lottery, with Taylor leading initially before Dexter Patterson came to the front. With four laps to go, Edgar attacked with his winning move.

Results - Final 1:
1 Jonny Edgar (Synergy)
2 Joseph Taylor (Synergy)
3 Owen Marlow (Zip)

Results - Final 2:
1 Edgar
2 Taylor
3 Dexter Patterson (Zip)

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net.

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MSA Bambino Kart Championship    (29/06)

Round 3 of the MSA Bambino Championship boasted more new drivers and bigger grids for round three at Shenington on 20-21st June, where Taylor Orridge was the winner.

Timed qualifying saw pole positions for Orridge and Chance Bennett in the their respective groups. Orridge then took a clean sweep in his heats and the final to take the win.

He was followed by Bennett and Freddie Slater; lap times were very close all day, particularly in the A final, with just one tenth of a second separating the top four drivers. 

Results:
1 Taylor Orridge (Wright/Comer)
2 Chance Bennett (Wright/Comer)
3 Freddie Slater (Wright/Comer)

Photograph courtesy of Graham Smith.

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Senior Rotax Kart Loan    (26/06)

Click for larger image...Due to the kind donation to the club of a Senior Rotax Max Kart (a Kosmic chassis) the Shenington Kart Racing Club invites applications from a deserving driver for the use of this kart.

The club envisages the kart would be lent to a driver who is either struggling with older non-competitive equipment or has not yet found the funds to own their own kart.  The successful applicant will be at least 16 years old and hold an MSA Competition Kart Licence or be in the process of obtaining such a licence.  They will have to be or become a member of Shenington Kart Racing Club and undertake to compete in at least 5 races per annum at the club.  The loan would be for the remainder of 2015 and all of 2016 subject to satisfactory continuing reports and use.
 
Applications should be made on a single sheet of A4, addressed to the Secretary, Shenington Kart Racing Club, Stoneycroft, Godsons Lane, Napton, Southam, CV47 8LX or as a pdf file to secretary@sheningtonkrc.co.uk by 15th July.  Supporting information such as full CV, results or experience to date can be added on separate sheets.

The winner will be announced during the Shenington SuperPrix and MSA E Plate meeting on 18/19 July (optional practice open to all on Friday 17 July).

For more information on Shenington Kart Racing Club visit www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk .

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The British 24 Hour Race 2015    (24/06)

The Teesside Karting/EPEC British 24 Hour Race 2015 will take place on 15th & 16th August.

This year's running of the British 24hr promises to be another spectacular event, not just because of the unique and challenging nature of the race, but also because this year we're attempting to set a world record by having 100 karts competing!

To help us reach our goal we've a special 160 class priced at just £750 per team including a full set od YDS tyres, fuel, and practice.

If you don't have your own equipment we will once again be operating a hire class - team entry is £1200 for standard hire or £1600 for Club hire.

24 hour racing isn't just a physical and mental test, it's also about the camaraderie and fantastic environment created over the two days.  If you haven't tried it before you're missing out, so call now for more information on +44 (0)1642 231117.

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SSM Super One Series R4    (18/06)

Britain's premier championship travelled to Buckmore Park in Kent for the fourth round of the 2015 series. The IAME Cadet for the MSA British Championship and Rotax ABkC National Championship classes were enjoying their third round of the seven round season with the TKM classes into their second round.  The local club made everyone feel very welcome at their circuit which is on two levels with a fast downhill plunge out of the tree lined upper area, round a hairpin and back up to the finish in front of their splendid clubhouse.  The start goes into two right hand corners then a series of hairpins all giving great overtaking opportunities.  As has become the norm in the clutched classes, there were standing starts, only TKM having rolling starts.  Much emphasis was given to ensure that no-one deliberately overheated their clutches before the standing starts. Unusually every class had a double winner.
 
Click for larger image... Mini Max had been the closest class all weekend with the first eleven in timed qualifying blanketed by only two tenths of a second.  Axel Charpentier topped this from Owen Byatt and Zachary Robertson.  Charpentier and Joe Turney took the heat wins, but Turney had a troubled first final, dropping to the back.  Charpentier took up position at the head of the lead train for the first half then the fighting started in earnest with Fin Kenneally, Tom Canning and Tom Wood all taking turns at the front.  A few laps to go the trouble came for Turney and Tyler Chesterton in leading positions, whilst Kiern Jewiss took over at the front for the win over Charpentier and Robertson.  Meanwhile Canning, Kenneally and Mark Kimber were all excluded for driving issues or contravention of flag signals.  For the second final Charpentier and William Pettitt shared the lead for the first half in what was a 13 kart train before Wood briefly took charge. However it was Jewiss that sneaked in front to take the flag first by just holding off Wood and Pettitt, with the top 13 covered by just 3 seconds.  Robertson's luck ran out, as did Turney's once more whilst Canning made it up to sixth place. Jewiss thus has 37 points in hand over Charpentier in the standings.Click for larger image...
 
Similar to the Mini's Junior Max found themselves with a titanic battle for the wins in the two finals.  At the start of the event Jonathan Hoggard was best in timed qualifying by just three hundredths of a second over Dean MacDonald.  Jordan Brown-Nutley and Tom Gamble took the heats with MacDonald very close in both and lining up third on the grid behind these other two.  Gamble, MacDonald, Brown-Nuttley traded the first final lead with Harrison Thomas sneaking ahead for a lap but in the end it was the wily Scot in the shape of MacDonald who won over Oliver York and Zak Fulk, Brown-Nutley demoted to fourth.  Ben Davis and Alex Pendlebury both fell foul of the clutch heating rules, whilst Myles Apps had a driving standards penalty.  The second final always looked to be between Brown-Nutley and MacDonald after they made a break from the pack late in the race. MacDonald it was who eventually edged it over Brown-Nutley with McCarthy stealing third on the last lap from Tom Gamble who also lost fourth to Harrison Thomas.  But Gamble was excluded for driving in a manner incompatible with safety.  McCarthy and Harrison Thomas are tying at the top of the points table with McDonald lurking in third.
 
Click for larger image... Iame Cadet enjoyed a full grid of karts and the result was always going to be a very tough race to call. Dexter Patterson started the ball rolling with fastest in TQ over Piers Henderson and Reggie Duhy whilst championship leader Jonny Edgar was only ninth.   Patterson maintained his advantage over both heats with Edgar working his way through to be third on the first final grid and briefly leading.  He was usurped by Patterson for a few laps then Edgar and Harry Thompson took over, Patterson eventually dropping to twelfth after a tangle with Marlow whilst Thompson won. For the second final it was Edgar who made the running in the first half of the race with Thompson and Finlay Bunce in pursuit. Patterson stormed back up to briefly take the lead before dropping to sixth with his place filled by Thompson who went on to take victory. Owen Marlow pushed him all the way with Patterson recovering to third.  However  Marlow was then excluded on an alleged carburettor ineligibility but has appealed so the results remain provisional.  Edgar remains at the top of the standings by a mere six points over Patterson.Click for larger image...
 
Jack Bartholomew, having a one off from his BRDC F4 campaign, was fastest in the inevitably tight timed qualifying session for Senior Max over Gary Donnelly and Luke Knott.  Bartholomew and Knott had a heat win apiece, with Bartholomew having a poor outing in the first one so mid grid for the first final.  Knott enjoyed a lights to flag victory over Sam Marsh with Bartholomew up to fifth.  For Final 2 Knott found himself 2.4 seconds behind  a runaway Marsh after just a couple of laps. But with the assistance of his team-mate Connor Hall, the pair reeled Marsh in with Knott passing Hall in a do or die move on the last lap!  Marsh is at the top of the points table with Knott and Hall next and chasing hard.
 
Click for larger image... Matthew Graham edged Christopher Whitton and Jack Davidson in the timed qualifier opener for Junior TKM.  Graham went onto win both heats with Sam Fowler joining him on the front row for the first final.  But Graham found a fight on his hands in that race with Jack Davidson, just getting the lead back at the end.  However Davidson was excluded for driving standards elevating Matthew Taylor. The start to the second final was explosive to say the least with at least six drivers taking their turn to lead from the front. However after 12 laps Davidson had stormed back to the front, and he and Graham given a chance to run away with the race which was exactly what they did before Graham passed Davidson in the late stages once more. Joining them on the podium was Ryan Edwards.  Graham has a few points in hand over Taylor and Edwards in the standings.
 
Click for larger image... Amongst a rather small grid of TKM Extremes Matt England took fastest time and therefore the heat poles, both of which he won.  He had a grip on the lead in the first final until lap 21, when he commenced a decline to fourth, Al Paterson passing for the win then also James Ogden and Joe Forsdyke.  England's poor start in the second final ultimately cost him his chance to eventually fight for a victory. He came up to second with 7 laps to go but just couldn't quite close Paterson down in time. Behind this pair was Owain Rosser, just able to hold off Forsdyke for the final podium spot. England holds onto the points lead over Forsdyke and Paterson.
 
Results
 
Mini Max Final 1: 1st Kiern Jewiss (Starwberry Racing), 2nd Axel Charpentier (Strawberry Racing), 3rd Zachary Robertson (KR Sport), 4th Jenson Butterfield (Coles Racing), 5th Tom Wood (RL Racing Department), 6th William Pettitt (Tooley Motorsport) 
Mini Max Final 2: 1st Jewiss, 2nd Wood, 3rd Pettitt, 4th Charpentier, 5th Owen Byatt (Aim Motorsport), 6th Tom Canning (Dan Holland Racing)
 
Click for larger image... Junior Max Final 1: 1st Dean MacDonald (Aim Motorsport), 2nd Oliver York (Aim Motorsport), 3rd Zak Fulk (Coles Racing), 4th Jordan Brown-Nutley (CRM), 5th Harrison Thomas (KR Sport), 6th Jack McCarthy (Strawberry Racing) 
Junior Max Final 2: 1st MacDonald, 2nd Brown-Nutley, 3rd McCarthy, 4th Thomas, 5th Josh Skelton (Strawberry Racing), 6th Jonathon Hoggard (KR Sport)
 
Iame Cadet Final 1: 1st Harry Thompson (Fusion Motorsport), 2nd Jonny Edgar (Fusion Motorpsort), 3rd Joshua Rattican (KMS), 4th Owen Marlow (Zip Allstars), 5th Georgi Dimitrov (Fusion Motorsport), 6th Finlay Bunce (Aim Motorsport)
Iame Cadet Final 2 (provisional): 1st Thompson, 2nd Patterson, 3rd Bunce, 4th Rattican, 5th Edgar, 6th Henderson 
 
Senior Rotax Final 1: 1st Luke Knott (Strawberry Racing), 2nd Sam Marsh (Dan Holland Racing), 3rd Connor Hall (Strawberry Racing), 4th Brett Ward (Aim Motorsport), 5th Jack Bartholomew (KR Sport), 6th Matthew Hirst (KR Sport)
Senior Rotax Final 2: 1st Knott, 2nd Hall, 3rd Marsh, 4th Bartholomew, 5th Jac Constable (Dan Holland Racing), 6th Hirst
 
Click for larger image... Junior TKM Final 1: 1st Matthew Graham (Jade Karts), 2nd Matthew Taylor (Flex Motorsport), 3rd Sam Fowler (Jade Karts), 4th Ryan Edwards (Red Racing), 5th Christopher Whitton (Privateer), 6th Adam Sparrow (Privateer)
Junior TKM Final 2: 1st Graham, 2nd Jack Davidson (Litchfield Motorsport), 3rd Edwards, 4th Joseph Reeves-Smith (Jade Karts), 5th Fowler, 6th Bradley White (Privateer) 
 
TKM Extreme Final 1: 1st Al Paterson (Privateer), 2nd James Ogden (Klaassen Motorsport), 3rd Joe Forsdyke (GFE Talko) 4th Matt England (Privateer), 5th Owain Rosser (Jade Karts), 6th Kyle Sproat (Litchfield Motorsport) 
TKM Extreme Final 2: 1st Paterson, 2nd England, 3rd Rosser, 4th Forsdyke, 5th Ogden, 6th Sproat

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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RL Racing Department    (17/06)

RL Racing Department had a strong showing at Buckmore Park for the Rotax Max Super One Series Round 3.  Highlights for the team included Wood taking P2, Collard driving from last to P9, and Abbott fighting for Rookie supremacy...

Tom Wood took a strong P2 finish and established himself and the team at the front of Mini Max once again in 2015. The performance also catapulted the Arden-YRDA affiliated youngster up to 3rd in the championship standings with all to play for with 4 rounds still to go.

His Mini Max team mates Jordan Collard and Bethany Abbott fought hard, Collard took a P5 finish in heat 1 and looked to be onto another good weekend as he did at the Kent venue 1 month previous until a crash in heat 2 put paid to that and then had the difficult task of rising through the grid until ultimately coming through to P9. Abbott was the fastest Rookie in TQ and also in the heats she proved this again lapping within a small margin of the leaders and then in Final 1 took a great 15th and final 2 made the same time as the overall winner.

Junior Max representee Lucy Fulton struggled in herself with rib damage from testing the week before and this hampered her progress on the bumpy surface, she did a sterling job though and ended up a credible P17.

Wood is now 3rd ,Collard 9th and Abbott 22nd in the Mini Max standings, 3rd in the Rookie points and Fulton up to 19th in Junior with a dogged performance.

Next up is GYG this weekend for the official test and then the S1 round the weekend after.

Thanks go to Cream Racing Engines and Chris Walker @ Kartpix.

For details on how to secure your 2015/16 slot with RL in X30 Junior/Senior or Rotax Max Mini or Junior contact Steve Armstrong on 07843 586416 or email rlracingteam@icloud.com .

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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British Cadet Kart Champs    (16/06)

Round 4 of the SSM MSA British Cadet Kart Championship took place at Buckmore Park on 13 - 14 June.

Harry Thompson won both finals at Buckmore Park after a pair of contests that were tough to call.

Jonny Edgar led the first half of the first final, with Harry Thompson and Finlay Bunce in pursuit. Dexter Patterson briefly took the lead before dropping to sixth, with Thompson going on to take victory.

Results:
Final 1 (21 laps):

1 Harry Thompson (Fusion Motorsport)
2 Jonny Edgar (Fusion Motorpsort)
3 Joshua Rattican (KMS)

Final 2 (21 laps)
1 Harry Thompson (Fusion Motorsport)
2 Dexter Patterson (Aim Motorsport)
3 Finlay Bunce (Aim Motorsport)

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BPKC Summer Series    (11/06)

Round 3 of the BPKC Summer Series on Sunday 21st June incorporates a round of both the Kent Kart Championships and the NKRA Southern Championships.

It will also be the last chance for LGM and X30 tour drivers to practice and race at Buckmore before they visit the venue in July. As a bumper entry is expected please get your entry in early as we only have limited grid spaces available.

Testing is available on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th June.

For more details please contact Sheila Rose on 01634 661604.

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Lydd Kart Circuit    (08/06)

Click for larger image... Round 3 of the Lydd Kart Circuit Owner Driver Summer Championship takes place on Sunday 14th June.
 
Championship awards going to: Bambino 4 Stroke, Bambino 2 Stroke, Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Mini Max, Junior Max, ProKart, Senior Rotax, Rotax Max 177.
 
The championship runs over 6 rounds with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position. Our IKR meetings command a high standard of racing, Kart Club Regulations apply.

We race every 2nd Sunday of the month, open practice the Saturday before.  New drivers to the sport or returning competitors are very welcome.

Race entries taken up to and including Sunday morning. 
 
Fees are £45 for members and £50 for non-member.
AM/PM half day Saturday practice is £25 member, £30 non-member.
Saturday 9am - 10am Bambino Hour, £20.
Membership is £30 and runs for a year from the date you join/renew, saving £5 each time you visit.
 
We also offer kart storage at £5 per week and garage space hire for £25 per kart/per day. Transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
The BKC Series (Bambino Kart Club Tour 2015) are racing with us on the 14th June for their Round 4.
 
Refer to our website for further information  www.lyddkartcircuit.com , or contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) with enquiries on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, send an email to  lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk , or Facebook a message.

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Brits Reign Supreme    (08/06)

Click for larger image... The theme of British success at Donington Park this year continued over the weekend, as British drivers all claimed victories in three different British Superkart Grands Prix.
 
The 35th running of this prestigious event was the first time it had been held at Donington, and the nature of the fast and flowing East Midlands circuit proved ideal for Superkart racers, with trackside commentators Jake Sanson and John Ward declaring the races as among the most exciting they've seen at any race track.
 
In the top line Division 1 Superkart Grand Prix, Liam Morley successfully defended his crown by carving through the field to claim victory ahead of German Andreas Jost and Dane Henrik Lilja, while in the Formula 450 category, racing in the same event, there was a British 1-2-3 to savour with Stephen Clark retaining his British GP title ahead of Phil Rowlands and Charlie Johnson.
 
Brits also reigned supreme in the Formula 250 British Grand Prix, with the crown again defended by Paul Platt with Gavin Bennett second and Ross Allen third.
 
Click for larger image... Perhaps the most exciting race came in the Formula 125 British Grand Prix, with Chris Needham again defending his British Grand Prix title after an enthralling battle between Lee Harpam. Both went wheel to wheel for the entirety of the event and were separated by mere fractions each time across the line. Harpam was able to get his nose in front on several occasions, but Needham was able to cross the line in front when it mattered most.
 
Meanwhile, some of Europe's top karters were in action in the CIK FIA European Superkart Championship with victories for Czech racer Adam Kout and Germany's Peter Elkmann.
 
Donington Park Managing Director Christopher Tate commented: "We were delighted to welcome the Superkart racers to Donington Park this weekend, and they put on a sensational show. We've always known that Donington is the perfect venue for exciting car and bike racing, and we now know that Superkarts and Donington go hand in hand. We very much enjoyed working with the organisers, and hope to see Donington become the home of Superkart racing in the UK for many years to come."

For more information on the venue visit www.donington-park.co.uk .

Photographs courtesy of Nick Purdie.

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2015 Welsh Championships    (05/06)

The annual Welsh Championships are once again being hosted by Llandow Kart Club at South Wales Karting Centre on the weekend of June 20th/21st.

This prestigious event is a two-day meeting at which you could win the Nationally recognised "C" for YOUR class. This plate can be raced at any ABkC meeting in the UK for 12 months from the date of winning and the competition is open to all drivers from all ABkC classes subject to a minimum grid size.

The event is a two-day meeting with signing and safety scrutineering on Saturday am followed by practice sessions in the morning. In the afternoon there will be timed qualifying and a heat for all classes.

On Sunday there will be official practice, timed qualifying, 2nd heat, pre final and final for all classes. Trophies will be awarded in each class with a minimum of 3 trophies in every class.

At the same meeting Llandow Kart Club will be hosting the 3rd round of the very successful TKM Southern Championships for Jun TKM and TKM Extremes. This competition is proving to be very very successful and re awakening interest in this excellent class.

Come and join us for an exciting weekends racing at one of the UK's premier circuits for only £100 for the whole weekend - great value!

You can enter by visiting www.llandowkartclub.co.uk and following the links to our on line entry system. Any questions? Email llandowcompsec@hotmail.co.uk or colinlip@aol.com or even call 07817449617, we are here to help you trace at Llandow!

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British Superkart Grand Prix    (05/06)

Click for larger image... The British Superkart Grand Prix at Donington Park takes place this weekend (6-7 June), with tickets available on the gate for £15 per day or £25 for the full weekend.

For more information visit
www.donington-park.co.uk .


Superkart Flashback: Coulthard goes karting

It's frequently said that Superkarts rival F1 for outright performance. Superkarts can register a 0-60 time very similar to an F1 car, are extremely quick through the corners and reach breath-taking top speeds. When a top-line F1 driver admits he found them a challenge, you know that these machines are something special, and fans at Donington Park this weekend (6-7 June) will be able to savour the action in the spectacular British Superkart Grand Prix.
 
In an article from Autosport Magazine's archive from 1994, then-Williams F1 driver David Coulthard got behind the wheel of one of the Superkarts, capable of reaching speeds of over 140mph.
He described Superkarts as "the closest thing to a Grand Prix car I've driven in terms of raw acceleration out of the corners."
 
He added: "On acceleration they are only marginally slower than my Williams Renault FW16 [the car Coulthard drove in the 1994 F1 season], but the braking effect feels slightly greater than I'm used to. The braking is definitely more impressive than anything I ever experienced in Formula 3 or Formula 3000.
 
"Superkarts are serious racing machines that can be compared to top-level single seaters, but it makes me laugh when people insist on calling them go-karts. To anyone who thinks of them as such, I can only say that they should take one to a disused runway and try to drive it flat out through all six gears. Your opinion will be changed and your mind blown. I can't imagine what dicing at more than 150mph must be like!"
 
Article and photograph courtesy of Autosport and Jeff Bloxham.

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Top Spot For GoldKart    (03/06)

Click for larger image...Congratulation's to Danny Keirle on winning the LGM X30 senior race at last weekends 4th round of the tour at the challenging Whilton Mill circuit.

Danny had great pace all weekend and starting from P11 for the final drove a fantastic race to hit the front and win by 1.8 seconds, passing some top drivers along the way.

This year's new GoldKart is again showing the UK karting scene that it is now a real contender to consider when choosing your next kart to purchase.  Excellent handling, good price and comes with helpful advice.

For more information contact Magnum Motorsport on Tel 01257 474419 or visit their website at www.magtune.com .

GoldKart is also available from Jade Karts Ltd - Tel 01295 678188 and contact Scott to arrange a test drive.

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Rugby Kart Club Championship    (02/06)

Click for larger image...Rugby Kart Club are looking for new blood to enter their Championship from 2016. We are currently half way through our 2015 campaign, and any drivers are welcome to book in for as many or as few of the remaining rounds if they wish to enter ahead of next season, to give you a taster of what to expect.
 
The format consists of a 10-minute qualifying session and two 20-minutes races, with medals awarded in each race for the top three in each of the three weight classes.
 
Click for larger image... There are 9 rounds in the championship (therefore 18 races, with the best 16 to count towards the championship) and we race at 3 circuits in the Midlands; Birmingham Wheels in Birmingham, Sutton Circuit in Leicester and Whilton Mill in Northamptonshire.
 
You do not need a racing licence to enter. Just simply contact Clark Cowell, Club Organiser at clarkmcowell@talktalk.net and book in. Each round will cost between £52 and £66, payable on the day. The weight classes are as follows; Lightweight  67 Kg - 77Kg, Mediumweight  77.1Kg - 87Kg, Heavyweight  87.1 Kg - 97+ Kg. When you book in please state your name and class that you intend to race in.
 
Once you are booked in, you will be informed of any news around once per week via the email address you booked in with. Events are booked at different times depending on the circuit we are racing at, and you will be informed of the time to arrive, and the cost for that event.
 
For more information, please visit the website www.rugbykartclub.co.uk or email Clark who will be glad to answer any questions.
 
Please also join the Facebook page. Just search for 'Rugby Kart Club'.
 
We look forward to seeing you on the grid!

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Buckmore Pre-Super One Race    (29/05)

RL Racing Department had a great weekend at Buckmore Park in the final race to prepare for round 3 of the Rotax Max Super One Series.

In Mini Max all 3 team representatives were in the top 11 at the flag with new signing Jordan Collard taking a well deserved win, team mate Tom Wood carving his way through from last to P7 and the ever improving Bethany Abbott rising to P11, rounding out an impressive race weekend for the team.

Sole Junior Max representee Lucy Fulton also pressed hard for honours with 9th in her heat, 10th in the pre-final and whilst in the group scrapping for 4th in the main final, Lucy took contact losing her radiator and coolant dropping her down the order. Never the less this was another big improvement from the Cumbrian.

The team next travel to Whilton Mill this weekend and then midweek testing at GYG afterwards.

Thanks go to Cream Racing Engines and the whole of our fantastic team whom without them none of this would be possible.

For info on RL and how to secure your place for 2016 in Rotax or X30 contact Steve Armstrong on 07843 586416 or email rlracingteam@icloud.com .

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SSM Super One Series    (27/05)

Round 3 of the SSM Super One took place at Llandow on 23rd - 24th May.

The Series has made a hugely successful return to the Welsh circuit after an absence of seven years, promoter John Hoyle saying this was due to a request from the club and some sponsors.  He added that the move to an unfamiliar track for the majority of the entrants also spiced up the racing.  The final hairpin following a long straight produced many an exciting last chance pass.  It was also the first outing for the qualifying series for the IAME X30 classes, hoping to earn places in the IAME International Final later in the year.
 
MSA British Cadet Championship (IAME)
With a full grid of 34 karts for the UK's most prestigious Cadet championship, Georgi Dimitrov topped timed qualifying over Maxwell Dodds with Jonny Edgar languishing in eight place.  But Edgar soon recovered putting in two heat wins and going on for a solo breakaway in a damp first final, chased hard by Dexter Patterson and Lorcan Hanafin. Piers Henderson led Clayton Ravenscroft over the line for fourth, both rookies.  The second final proved much more of a battle for Edgar as he only narrowly beat an inspired Hanafin in a head to head duel.  They left Harry Thompson and Patterson some 5s in arrears whilst Ravenscroft lost his sixth place with a one lap penalty for driving standards.  Edgar holds a slender lead over Dexter Patterson in the points standings after his near perfect score at the weekend. Click for larger image...
 
MSA British Kart Championship for KZ1
Sam Webster proved the best adapted to the unfamiliar track stopping the best time in qualifying at 42.49s over Henry Easthope but he was then excluded from the first heat for making adjustments on the grid.  That left Easthope winning over Scott Allen and the latter went onto win the second heat over Adam Glear with Webster and Stephen Tyldsley both retiring.  So Allen would be on pole for the first final, but dropping to third whilst Webster stormed up to fourth.  Glear relieved Easthope of the lead early in the race and held him off to win. But then Glear stalled on the starting line for the second final but still managed third place whilst Easthope retired. Webster continued his progress to win over Shaun Slavin and Allen fell further back to sixth after being flagged in for a repair but still leads the championship.
 
Click for larger image... Honda Cadet ABkC National Championship
In a very close battle Oliver Bearman took pole for the heats with a 50.93s in timed qualifying, the top fifteen blanketed by a quarter second showing how competitive this class really is.  Bearman held his advantage for the first heat but had to settle for second to Nicholas Reeve in the second one.  From fourth on the grid Reeve established himself at the front mid race for the first final and held off Gary Cunnington to the flag whilst Bearman was sixth.  The second final produced the most thrilling finale with the top four crossing the line together. Oliver Clarke timed his run out of the final turn to perfection to go from fourth to first in the final metres and beat Harry Thompson, Dragan Pinsent and Reeve whilst Bearman went out at the start.  Clarke is now leading the championship.
 
Click for larger image... Junior TKM ABkC National Championship
Matthew Taylor convincingly topped timed qualifying and went onto win every heat and both finals for the first round of their series. Luckily the battling behind was quite frantic with privateer Bradley White taking second in the first final and local driver Ryan Edwards scoring his first S1 podium with a fighting runner-up effort in final two.  Joseph Reeves-Smith lined up second on the first final grid but fell to fifth in both finals but still holds second in the standings, showing how important good heat results are this year.  Matthew Graham had a 5 place penalty in the first final but appealed it successfully to have third place re-instated and a fourth in final two puts him fourth equal in the standings.
 
Click for larger image... TKM Extreme ABkC National Championship
The privateer driver Matt England broke the track record en route to a double heat win after being fastest in timed qualifying too and looked to be cruising in the first final only to suffer a mechanical failure, leaving the door open for rookie Owain Rosser to take the win with Kyle Sproat as runner-up.  It was all the more creditable that England then stormed from the back to take his maiden win in the second final. He passed Al Patterson with five laps remaining then Patterson crashed trying to keep pace with England, leaving Rosser and defending champion Joe Forsdyke to complete the podium.  Despite his DNF England still leaves Wales leading the championship by a point from Sproat.
 
Junior X30 International Qualifier
Angus Fender had the measure of his opponents all of Saturday from timed qualifying and winning both heats but had to give way to Harry Platten for the first final win on Sunday, Ethan Pitt in second.  However the second final was more controversial and the result remains provisional subject to an appeal by Fender, who took the win on the road but was then docked a lap for contact. Platten inherited victory from Pitt and Matthew Hopcraft.  So provisionally Platten leads the points table.
 
Click for larger image... Senior X30 International Qualifier
Local driver Josh Collings had swept all before him from timed qualifying through both heats and the first final, with Zachary Jones and Jamie Flynn behind.  But then his kart refused to fire up for the second final leaving him as a disconsolate spectator.  Collings' CRG UK teammates Zach Jones and Craig Mooney appeared to be the most likely successors but from the back of the grid after a DNF in final one it was Hale who emerged triumphant, passing Jamie Flynn with four laps to go to claim victory. Flynn held off Mooney to claim second with Jones slipping to fourth.  Even with the DNF Collings leads Jones by a point in the standings.
 
Results:

MSA British Cadet Championship (IAME):
Final 1: 1 Jonny Edgar (Fusion Motorsport/Synergy); 2 Dexter Patterson (AIM Motorsport/ZIP); 3 Lorcan Hanafin (Ollie Walker Racing/ZIP); 4 Piers Henderson (KMS/ZIP); 5 Clayton Ravenscroft (AIM Motorsport/ZIP); 6 Harry Thompson (Fusion Motorsport/ZIP).
Final 2: 1 Edgar; 2 Hanafin; 3 Thompson; 4 Patterson; 5 Brandon Martland (AIM Motorsport/ZIP); 6 Joseph Taylor (Fusion Motorsport/Synergy).
 
Click for larger image... MSA British Kart Championship for KZ1:
Final 1: 1 Adam Glear (CRG UK/CRG); 2 Henry Easthope (Taylor International Motorsport/Sodi); 3 Scott Allen (Jade Karts/Gold); 4 Sam Webster (Zip Kart/Birel ART); 5 Shaun Slavin (CRG UK/CRG); 6 Dan Kelly (Andy Fairless Racing/Sodi).
Final 2: 1 Webster; 2 Slavin; 3 Glear; 4 Kelly; 5 Ben Blick (Taylor International Motorsport/Sodi); 6 Allen.
 
Honda Cadet ABkC National Championship:
Final 1: 1 Nicholas Reeve (ZIP Team/Zip); 2 Guy Cunnington (BRK Factory Team/BRK); 3 Oliver Clarke (BRK Factory Team/BRK); 4 Ben Kasperczak (BRK Factory Team/BRK); 5 Dragan Pinsent (Eclipse Motorsport/Project One); 6 Oliver Bearman (Evolution Racing/ZIP).
Final 2: 1 Clarke; 2 Harry Thompson (Cutting Edge Racing/Project One) +0.09s; 3 Pinsent; 4 Reeve; 5 Kasperczak; 6 Cunnington.
 
Junior TKM ABkC National Championship:
Final 1: 1 Matthew Taylor (Flex Motorsport/Tonykart); 2 Bradley White (Privateer/Jade); 3 Matthew Graham (Jade Karts/Jade); 4 Kristian Brierley (Privateer/Tonykart); 5 Joseph Reeves-Smith (Privateer/Jade); 6 Matthew Round-Garrido (Jade Karts/Jade).
Final 2: 1 Taylor; 2 Ryan Edwards (Red Racing/Tonykart); 3 Jack Davidson (Litchfield Motorsport/Tonykart); 4 Graham; 5 Reeves-Smith; 6 Sam Fowler (Jade Karts/Jade).

TKM Extreme ABkC National Championship:
Final 1: 1 Owain Rosser (Jade Karts/Jade); 2 Kyle Sproat (Litchfield Motorsport/Tonykart); 3 Al Patterson (Privateer/Tonykart); 4 Joe Forsdyke (GFE Tal-Ko/Tal-Ko); 5 Grant Edgley (Privateer/Tal-Ko); 6 Andrew Ferguson (Hasinski Racing/Intrepid).
Final 2: 1 England; 2 Rosser; 3 Forsdyke; 4 Sproat; 5 Thomas McMurray (Privateer/Tonykart); 6 James Ogden (Klaassen Motorsport/Tonykart).
 
Click for larger image... Junior X30 International Qualifier:
Final 1: 1 Harry Platten (BRK Factory Team/Octane); 2 Angus Fender (Jade Karts/Gold); 3 Ethan Pitt (Jade Karts/Gold); 4 Harry Dyson (BRK Factory Team/Octane); 5 Matthew Hopcraft (Eclipse Motorsport/Energy); 6 Philip Hanson (BKC Racing/Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Platten; 2 Pitt; 3 Hopcraft; 4 Thomas Pegram (BKC Racing/Tonykart); 5 Callum Barnett (Maranello UK/Maranello); 6 Bayley Gregory (BRK Factory Team/Octane).
 
Senior X30 International Qualifier:
Final 1: 1 Josh Collings (CRG UK/CRG); 2 Zach Jones (CRG UK/CRG); 3 Jamie Flynn (Ricky Flynn Motorsport/Alonso); 4 Craig Mooney (CRG UK/CRG); 5 Euan Wilson (S8 Racing/Alonso); 6 Lewis Malin (Pro Tec Motorsport/Kosmic).
Final 2: 1 Dean Hale (Melliosport/Gold; 2 Flynn; 3 Mooney; 4 Jones; 5 Malin; 6 Max Goldsmith (Melliosport/Gold).

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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FEKC's June Extravaganza    (26/05)

June's meeting at Forest Edge Kart Club in Hampshire sees an extravaganza of on-track racing spanning two days on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th June, with open practice on Friday 5th June.

Saturday will feature 2 x 8 minute practice session and then into timed qualifying, which proved such a draw and success in 2014, for every class and comprises of two heats and a final on the day.

Sunday will run as per a normal event with three heats and a final to deliver over the two days the Southern Champion for each class.

This has to be one of the best value for money events in UK karting with some classes showing the strongest UK grids to prove the overall value of coming out in front of your peers over the whole weekend.

Registration is open to members and non-members, for 177 it will see a guaranteed B final and could well just reach into the realms of a C final meaning some great racing to be seen over the weekend.

To register for the event head to https://fekc.alphatiming.co.uk/register/msa or visit the club's website or Facebook page .

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X30 At Whilton Mill    (22/05)

X30 Arrive and Drive at Whilton Mill.
 
Msport Karting who are based at Whilton Mill in Northamptonshire are offering test days and race packages for this new class.
 
Former U18 CIK World champions Msport will give the driver a fully prepared CRG or Tonykart chassis with the latest spec X30 engine and complete AIM datalogger including mechanic for the day, all you will need is your race wear.
 
The fee for one day is £250 + VAT (full day) or £150 (half day) race weekend packages are also available on request. This is a great way to sample the class at an affordable cost.
 
Contact us on 01327 842778 or email info@teammsport.com .

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British 24 Hour Race Record?    (20/05)

EPEC and Teesside Karting are going for a world record entry for the 20th running of their British 24 Hour on 14th & 15th August 2015 at the Teesside Autodrome.
 
The event welcomes owner-driver teams and includes classes for Extreme and 160's, all running to current Honda regs.

Entry including fuel etc is £850 including VAT.
 
But wait, as a special offer you can enter by the 31st May with a one-off payment of £750, saving you £100!

Special Announcement for the 160 Honda class at this year's British 24 hour - to help you on your way, we will include a brand new set of YDS tyres for all 160 entries.
 
This is your opportunity to join this fantastic event, running for the last 15 years on the world's longest circuit.
 
Everyone enjoys the atmosphere with up to 100 karts racing for 24 hours it's an event you really must try. Come and join us on 14th/15th August 2015.
 
We can also offer big discount for multiple bookings - get on the racing line and call us on 01642 231117.

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British 24 Hour - Hire Karts    (20/05)

The 20th running of the British 24 Hour race on 14th & 15th August 2015 isn't just for owner-drivers.  Choose from our range of hire karts and enjoy this fantastic event on the world's longest Kart circuit.
 
Full Race Hire (MS Pro Kart Extreme) also includes:
Tyres.
Full tech back up.
Team workshop.
Practice/Testing Friday.
Only £2000 including VAT and race entry.
 
Club Hire:
Race one of our brand new BIZ Pro twins 200cc fully inclusive £1600 inc VAT.
 
Standard Hire:
BIZ Pro twin 160cc fully inclusive £1200 inc VAT.
 
Experience this amazing event for yourself and join us on 14th/15th August 2015 at the Teesside Autodrome - call 01642 231117 now.

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Kart-Tek Racing    (20/05)

Kart-Tek are offering Awning Space only deals at all tracks starting from only £50 per weekend, but hurry as spaces will be limited on a first come basis.
 
If you are new to Karting this is a great and affordable way to learn from those that know, or perhaps you just want to get out the rain without the hassle of your own awning, either way there is a warm and friendly welcome at Kart-Tek, our aim is to help all drivers progress and have fun along the way.
 
We also offer one-to-one driver tuition days with former British Cadet Champion Brett Wykes and Darren Masters.
 
Kart-Tek are also offering full package hire deals for Cadets and X30 for a single day or the whole weekend.
 
Kart-Tek are at the Whilton Mill circuit each Wednesday night for practice and Kart Set up, tuition by the hour is available upon request.
 
We also offer Kart storage, clean and safety checks and transportation to Kimbolton, Whilton, Shenington, and Rissington circuits.
 
Please contact Darren Masters on 07469 189272 or email kart-tekracing@live.co.uk for more information or to make a booking.

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Triple Boost For TKM Festival    (18/05)

The Maxxis TKM Festival at Kimbolton, recognized as one of the most prestigious events in the UK karting calendar, will have an extra boost for TKM drivers this year - as well as those racing in Honda Cadets.

TKM drivers, including novices, will get the chance to race in the traditional Festival / Elite races whilst also getting points for those registered in the three TKM Club Championships. Those with full licences will also be able to compete in separate races for the coveted ABkC TKM 'O' plate titles.

The Festival has a new innovation for 2015 with the inclusion of one grid of Honda Cadet Karts competing for a special Festival trophy. A move made because of the large amount of interest shown in the TKM classes by Honda drivers and their parents.

TKM Alan Turney boss Alan Turney explained: "We are delighted to be able to include all these additional bonuses to the event. It really gives something extra for everyone"

"We are pleased to include the Honda Cadets because we have seen great interest from this class as the youngsters move up and it is a natural step from Honda to TKM in terms of the attraction of the class."

Hunts Kart Club have organised the event so it will be possible for TKM drivers to race just for the 'O' plate, or to also race separately in the Festival races. All it will require is an extra entry and set of tyres. So let's be clear you can enter just the Festival or just the O Plate or you can enter both with separate entries.

Adds Alan: "We know there will be a number of drivers wanting to get the most out of the weekend by racing in both. It offers incredible value for money. And if anyone manages to pull off the double of a win in both then there will be an additional special prize!"

The event takes place at Kimbolton, the home of Hunts Kart Racing Club, over the weekend of August 7-9 with Friday testing and then racing all weekend. The event is covered by Motors TV who will be recording items on the events of the weekend including the Honda Cadets.

Hunts Kart Club Chairman Martin Chesterman said: "The Maxxis TKM Festival has a wonderful spirit and energy with many drivers and their families telling us how much they enjoy the event. We do our best with an opportunity for the competitors and families to catch up on Saturday evening providing food and music at our site catering arena, adding to the feeling of a family weekend.

"We are excited at the additions for this year's Festival weekend and believe the Honda crews will thoroughly enjoy the occasion, and enjoy a very special and long running event in British karting."

Regulations, more information and entry forms are available at www.tal-ko.com or you can enter on-line at www.hkrc.co.uk .

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Dunkeswell Kart Racing Club    (15/05)

Exciting news from Dunkeswell KRC this month...

Cadets Get Reduced Practice Fees:
 
As a way of boosting the cadet classes, any cadets entering Rounds 4 & 5 of the Club Championship will be able to practice for Round 6 for a mere £10. So if you haven't been to see us for a while or even if you are a regular, get your entry in at and get on the grid and save yourself some cash!
 
TKM's Return In May:

The Inaugural TKM Southern Championship arrives at Dunkeswell KRC in May as both the Juniors and Seniors continue to battle it out in Round 2 of this exciting initiative to promote the class. After a successful opening round at Clay Pigeon, the drivers and teams will be hitting the track Dunkeswell on 31st May with grids already looking promising. The Championships are open to all TKM competitors and it's not too late to get in on the action.

You can enter all club events easily online at www.dunkeswellkartclub.co.uk .

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Race 'n' Respect Campaign    (14/05)

Click for larger image... The Race 'n' Respect campaign to create the best possible environment for safe and enjoyable karting kicked off during the inaugural MSA Bambino Kart Championship round at Llandow last month.

The initiative - backed by racing legend Allan McNish - is underpinned by a new Karting Code that everyone involved in this year's championship must uphold. All those who sign up receive stickers, badges and wristbands to wear and display with pride.

Cheryl Lynch, MSA Race, Speed & Kart Executive, and Jess Fack, MSA Development Manager, were on hand at Llandow. Lynch said: "It was a delight to see the enthusiasm for Race 'n' Respect at the first ever MSA Bambino Kart Championship meeting. Everyone involved, from Zip Kart and the officials to competitors, parents and teams really seemed to be on board with what we're trying to achieve. We need the right attitudes to be instilled from the first rung of the racing ladder."

Karting Code:
Respect - for all participants: competitors; organisers; officials; volunteers and parents. Please treat people how you expect to be treated.
Fair Play - respect the rules, the regulations and the spirit of the sport.
Self-Control - be in control of your emotions and actions at all times.
Good Manners - be polite to others. Be humble in success and gracious in defeat.
Sincerity - be honest in your thoughts and actions and treat everyone fairly.

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New MSA Coaching Qualification    (13/05)

In a pioneering development that will bring motor sport in line with other major sports, the MSA's new accredited coaching qualification is now being rolled out, with courses available from June and the booking website live.

The MSA Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Motorsport in both Participation and Performance has been over three years in the making and is designed to set the standard for coaching in motor sport. It was first piloted successfully in December 2013, when the first 10 Level 2 motor sport coaches qualified successfully.

The accreditation is listed on the Qualifications and Credit Framework, which sits within OFQUAL - a non-ministerial government department that regulates qualifications, exams and tests. The awarding body is 1st4Sport, which works with the governing bodies of many other sports including football, gymnastics, rugby and tennis.

The governing body is also finalising an Introduction to Coaching Motor Sport Award, which will precede the L2 accreditation to create a coaching pathway.

MSA Performance Director Robert Reid has been involved in the project from the start. "This is about raising standards across the board and instilling a coaching ethos throughout the sport," he said. "It's about having a recognised coaching structure, which will help to ensure that those being coached - whether driving school customers or career drivers - get the best possible coaching appropriate to their needs."

Pat Blakeney, chairman of the Association of Racing Drivers Schools (ARDS), said: "There's a big difference between coaches and instructors but for anyone wanting to take coaching seriously this will be an essential tool for them to have in their toolbox."

Calum Lockie, a professional racing driver, coach and chairman of the Association of Track Day Organisers, added: "Anyone who wants to call themselves a 'coach' should - and possibly must - do this course."

The two-day course costs £599 + VAT and the basic criteria are that - prior to registration - candidates must:
Have a relevant background
Hold a full valid UK driving licence
Be at least 17 years of age (18 at certification)
Complete the Introduction to Coaching Motor Sport Award*
Be able to communicate effectively in English.

Initially the L2 course will be delivered at Mercedes-Benz World at Brooklands in Surrey. However it will become available at further venues nationwide in due course. The MSA's delivery partner is SDSA and online booking can be made via the following link: www.sdsa.eu/msa-coaching-course-booking .

* - Yet to be launched. Until then, recognised ARDS (Grade B or above), BARS (Grade A or above), ARKS (Grade A or above) or AHASS Instructors will be granted 'grandfather rights' plus a special discounted course fee of £499 + VAT.

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SSM Super One Series R2    (12/05)

Click for larger image...The second round of the Super One was exclusively for the ABkC National Rotax Championships with the addition of a Cadet Libre support race for the local drivers.  They had much enjoyment mixing with the UK's premier championship and getting experience of timed qualifying and longer races.  Honda mounted Guy Cunnington just edged both final wins.  Hard fought MiniMax races resulted in wins for Zak Robertson and Joe Turney.  And in Junior and Senior Max Harrison Thomas with Zak Fulk, and Luke Knott with Sam Marsh respectively broke away from the pack in both finals, staying in that order.
 
A surprise for competitors was the appearance of the UK Anti-Doping Commission accompanied by the MSA Anti-Doping Officer Jen Carty, as the MSA continued to expand their testing programme across the motorsport spectrum.  Luke Knott, Sam Marsh and Connor Hall, who finished in the top three positions in Saturday's second Senior Rotax heat, were asked to provide urine samples.  "We will be performing tests at several championships this year at various venues, levels and disciplines and across various age ranges," said Carty. "As part of the MSA's Anti-Doping Programme, the MSA will be working with UK Anti-Doping to carry out random urine testing and alcohol breathalyser testing with testing and education becoming more prevalent in the sport." And Luke Knott added: "It's a good thing that they are here."
 
Click for larger image... MiniMax
The two superb Mini Max finals drew praise from spectators, teams and officials. With Shenington's combinations of long straights and fast corners lending it perfectly to slipstreaming everybody knew that forming a breakaway would be virtually impossible but few could have predicted how close the first 15-minute final would be with a dozen drivers capable of winning. Polesitter Zachary Robertson led the early laps but Kiern Jewiss soon took over as everyone else jostled for position behind. Robertson's teammate Joe Turney grabbed the lead with four laps remaining but Robertson outfoxed him on the penultimate tour to take his maiden S1 triumph. Jewiss, with help from teammate Connor McCarthy, claimed second with Axel Charpentier in a third Strawberry entry, muscling Turney back to fifth. Finn Kenneally and Bradley Barrett were both given 5 place penalties whilst Morgan Porter was excluded, all for driving issue. 
 
Robertson made a poor start in final two as Jewiss and McCarthy tried in vain to push away but they were soon pegged back by Turney, Charpentier and Mark Kimber among others. The Strawberry trio continually tried to line up at the front but were thwarted at every attempt and as Robertson charged back into the lead pack Turney took advantage to pass Jewiss and claim a double win for KR Sport.  Robertson initially claimed second but was given a five place penalty, which promoted Kimber and Charpentier onto the podium, ahead of Jewiss with early leader McCarthy sixth like Charpentier losing touch with the lead trio towards the end.
 
Click for larger image... Junior Max
The two Junior Rotax finals were equally absorbing but in a different way as Harrison Thomas took a double win. Final one saw Thomas lose his initial lead to Dean McDonald mid race until Oliver York ran wide in the chicane.  That gave Thomas a run on McDonald and he held the lead despite a strong challenge from Zak Fulk to the chequer. McDonald had to settle for third holding off Jack McCarthy, Tom Gamble and York.  Ben Davis and Lucy Fulton were both given 5 place penalties.  With Macdonald retiring on the opening lap of the second final, the second final became a straight head-to-head duel between Thomas and Fulk.  They traded the lead several times on the opening laps, then settled with Thomas ahead to pull a five second gap on the rest.  Fulk waited until the last lap before making his move and although he briefly got to the inside of Thomas going into the Bruno Chicane the Welshman was able to skirt around the outside to hang on to the lead and the victory, each giving the other enough respect. This time Jack Martin felt the wrath of the Clerks with exclusion. Adam Smalley had earlier deposed McCarthy from third, and he headed McCarthy who managed to retrieve fourth at the end from York.
 
Click for larger image... Senior Max
Luke Knott and Sam Marsh were the class of the Senior Rotax field all weekend, taking every race between them. Marsh was hung out of the lead on the opening lap of the first final in favour of Knott but fought back by Charlie Turner and Brett Ward to put a halt to Knott's bid to break away.  They left Conor Hall in their wake and then had another trade of the lead on the penultimate lap.  Knott came out in command and held out until the flag.  Spencer Barrow made a late pass on Ward for fourth.  For the second final Marsh was quick to leapfrog Knott into the lead and held that until the last few laps.  A huge battle ensued for the final podium place, initially Barrow then also Hall and Ward holding the position.  Hall was bundled aside on the Stratford hairpin exit, and later dropped to 15th after almost succeeding in a pass on Ward.   Barrow had claimed third and held it, gaining a welcome cushion at the end when Matthew Hirst took Ward.  Gary Donnelly, who had to take to the escape road along with James Johnson at the start, was excluded.
 
Cadet Libre
The Cadet Libre guest class provided two nail biting finals as Clayton Ravenscroft and Guy Cunnington played out two highly tactical races. In the first they dropped Harry Yardley-Rose who fell back behind Abbi Pulling. Cunnington passed Ravenscroft on the outside of the final corner to win final one by one hundredth of a second in the drag to the line. In the second Pulling managed to get between them for a short time before fading for third with Leonardo Panayiotou leading the next bunch.  This time Cunnington retrieved the lead from Ravenscroft half a lap from home to win final two by a similarly tiny margin.
 
Results:
 
MiniMax
Final 1: 1 Zachary Robertson (KR Sport/Tonykart); 2 Kiern Jewiss (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 3 Connor McCarthy (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 4 Axel Charpentier (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 5 Joe Turney (KR Sport/Tonykart); 6 Alex McDade (Tooley Motorsport/Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Turney; 2 Mark Kimber (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 3 Charpentier; 4 Jewiss; 5 Tom Canning (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 6 McCarthy.
 
Click for larger image... Junior Max
Final 1: 1 Harrison Thomas (KR Sport/Tonykart); 2 Zak Fulk (Coles Racing/Tonykart); 3 Dean Macdonald (AIM Motorsport/Kosmic); 4 Jack McCarthy (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 5 Tom Gamble (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 6 Oliver York (AIM Motorsport/Kosmic).
Final 2: 1 Thomas; 2 Fulk; 3 Smalley; 4 McCarthy; 5 York; 6 Thomas Turner (Tooley Motorsport/Tonykart).
 
Senior Rotax
Final 1: 1 Luke Knott (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 2 Sam Marsh (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 3 Connor Hall (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 4 Spencer Barrow (Coles Racing/Tonykart); 5 Brett Ward (AIM Motorsport/Kosmic); 6 Charlie Turner (Protrain/Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Knott; 2 Marsh; 3 Barrow; 4 Matthew Hirst (KR Sport/Tonykart); 5 Ward; 6 Leonard Hoogenboom (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart).
 
Cadet Libre
Final 1: 1 Guy Cunnington (Privateer/BRK); 2 Clayton Ravenscroft (AIM Motorsport/ZIP); 3 Abbi Pulling (Privateer/Synergy); 4 Harry Yardley-Rose (YR Racing/ZIP); 5 Joe Weaver (Dulux/Synergy); 6 Louis Harvey (Privateer/Shark).
Final 2: 1 Cunnington; 2 Ravenscroft; 3 Pulling; 4 Leonardo Panayiotou (ZIP Allstars/ZIP); 5 Jamie Mead (Spirit Racing/ZIP); 6 Yardley-Rose

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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SSM Super One Series R1    Click for larger image... (12/05)

The opening round of the new style Super One series at the Cumbrian circuit had classes for both Cadet categories, all the Rotax plus the KZ1 gearbox British Championship.  There will be ten events this year, with a mix of classes at each circuit to give seven rounds for each class except KZ1 which only has six. The previous weekend Rowrah had hosted the ABkC 'O' Plate championships, so Jonny Edgar (IAME Cadet), Wesley Mason (Honda Cadet), William Pettitt (MiniMax), Harrison Thomas (Junior Max) and John Stewart (Rotax Max) were all sporting their new numbers.  Edgar had the unique honour of holding the Cadet O Plate for the third time. 
 
IAME Cadet
Jonny Edgar claimed the winner's trophy in IAME Cadet, but it was Dexter Patterson who left Rowrah holding a championship lead of 10 points. This followed the young Scottish driver's flawless display in his Heats and first final. Dexter Patterson was in the driving seat all through the first final, chased by Joseph Taylor and Harry Thompson.  But Edgar rose to second early in the race, and with a lap to go Taylor retired with his chain off, leaving Thompson in third. For the second final Edgar snatched the lead on the opening lap and enjoyed a winning cushion all the way.  Thompson relieved Patterson of second on lap eleven but was relegated back on the last corner.  Taylor stormed back to tenth from the back chased by Bray Kenneally.
 
Click for larger image... Honda Cadet
Nicholas Reeve held the lead in the first final for all but briefly on the penultimate lap, when Oliver Clarke went in front.  He was swiftly dispatched to third by the speedy Reeve, with Alex Lloyd taking second.  Lloyd had sped up from a poor start, battling past Wesley Mason amongst others.  Guy Cunnington fell back from his initial seventh and was later given a one lap penalty. Lloyd took the hole shot ahead of Reeve in the second final but Reeve regained command from lap five.  The pair stayed in that order with Reeve opening a 10m gap, Clarke and Mason behind after Harry Thompson lost a couple of places.  Then things took a bizarre turn after it was revealed that Reeve had failed to report for post race scrutineering due to some irregularities being spotted.  He was excluded from the whole meeting, giving Lloyd both wins.
 
Click for larger image... MiniMax
Kiern Jewiss traded the lead in the early laps with Fin Kenneally and even dropped behind William Pettitt for a time.  But Jewiss stormed back to take control through to the chequer, with Tom Wood coming up to second ahead of Axel Charpentier and Kenneally whilst Pettitt fell to seventh.  Jewiss capped off a near perfect day by winning the second final as well, dropping just one point over the entire weekend. Pettitt grabbed second spot from Charpentier on the last lap, but his manoeuvre was deemed to be reckless and he subsequently incurred a five place penalty. That left Zach Robertson to be elevated to the runner up position ahead of Mark Kimber.
 
Junior Max
Despite starting sixth Harrison Thomas steadily worked his way up to challenge Oliver York for the lead.  Dean MacDonald had led the first lap until Jack McCarthy took him, later usurped by York.  A good battle ensued, Thomas mainly in command except for a lap when York had him back.  The latter had to settle for second from McCarthy, MacDonald and Tom Gamble.  In the second final Thomas followed close behind McCarthy throughout but couldn't quite find sufficient pace to pass him. These two were almost a quarter of a lap ahead of a tight battle for third position, eventually claimed by Gamble after York was penalised five places for gaining an unfair advantage.
 
Click for larger image... Rotax Max
Gary Donnelly and Sam Marsh were inseparable in the first final, trading the lead but resolving in Donnelly's favour.  After passing Scott Mackrell, Matthew Hirst held third over much of the race but faded a couple of places towards the end.  That left Connor Hall and Luke Knott in third and fourth.
Connor Hall led the second final from firstly Donnelly, then Marsh until Donnelly leapfrogged both with a little over five laps remaining. In an exciting dash for the line, Donnelly was able to hold on from his Strawberry team-mate, but less than a couple of metres separated them at the finish. Sam Marsh took a more distant third over Mackrell and Hirst.
 
Click for larger image... KZ1
Vice-champion Scott Allen took the initial lead in Final 1, chased hard by Shaun Slavin and Sam Webster.  Slavin snatched the lead after a few laps, then Webster also passed Allen on the twisty Cumbrian track.  The current champion Henry Easthope briefly held third, usurped by Dan Kelly until he retired with gearbox failure giving Allen the opportunity for third, Easthope having to settle for fourth.  In the second final the lead was held first by Webster, then Slavin whilst Allen traded places with Easthope until Webster went back in front in a thrilling duel.  Allen got the better of Slavin and opened a good gap whilst he chased down Webster at the end leading to three different kart and engine combinations on the podium, Allen left leading the championship and saying: "Sam was a little quicker in the final but I took too much out of the tyres in the heats."  Kelly came from the back to fourth.  Normally accustomed to finishing up at the front, multiple former British Champion Bobby Game found the transition to gear-box racing a tough one as he struggled in 13th position.
 
Results:
 
IAME Cadet
1 Jonny Edgar (Fusion/Synergy); 2 Dexter Patterson (AIM/Zip); 3 Harry Thompson (Fusion/Synergy); 4 Taylor Barnard (AIM/Zip); 5 Lorcan Hanafin (OWR/Zip); 6 Brandon Martland (AIM/Zip).
 
Honda Cadet
1 Alex Lloyd (BRK Factory Team/BRK); 2 Oliver Clarke (BRK Factory Team/BRK); 3 Wesley Mason (Cutting Edge Racing/Project One); 4 Harry Thompson (Fusion/Project One); 5 Ben Kasperczak (BRK Factory Team/BRK); 6 Louie Westover (Cutting Edge Racing/Project One).
 
Minimax
1 Kiern Jewiss (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 2 Zach Robertson (KR Sport /Tonykart); 3 Mark Kimber (DHR/Alonso); 4 Axel Charpentier (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 5 Chris Lulham (Privateer/Tonykart); 6 Connor McCarthy (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart).
 
Junior Max
1 Jack McCarthy (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 2 Harrison Thomas (KR Sport/Tonykart); 3 Tom Gamble (DHR/Tonykart); 4 Adam Smalley (CRM/Tonykart); 5 Jonathan Hoggard (Protrain/Tonykart); 6 Jordan Brown-Nutley (CRM/Tonykart).
 
Senior Rotax
1 Gary Donnelly (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart); 2 Connor Hall (Strawberry Racing/Tonykart; 3 Sam Marsh (DHR/Alonso) 4 Scott Mackrell (Coles Racing/Tonykart); 5 Matthew Hirst (KR Sport/Tonykart); 6 Charlie Turner (Protrain/Tonykart).
 
KZ1
1 Sam Webster (Zip Kart/Birel ART-TM); 2 Scott Allen (Jade Karts/Gold-IAME); 3 Shaun Slavin (CRG UK/CRG-Maxter); 4 Dan Kelly (AFR/Sodi-TM); 5 Adam Glear (CRG UK/CRG-Maxter): 6 Denis Gorman (Maranello/Maranello-Vortex).

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/ Kartpix.net .

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Grice Racing Engines    (11/05)

Grice Racing Engines have had a successful start to the 2015 season in both Rotax and X30 with wins and fastest laps in both categories.
 
At the LGM X30 Tour second round at Kimbolton, Jacob Stilp won in Seniors and Ben Wooldridge was 2nd in Juniors with the fastest lap. At the pre-Super One race at Little Rissington Alex McDade showed he will be a major contender at the national event in Minimax.
 
We have a fleet of Super One level motors for Rotax and X30, all prepared to the same exacting standard to ensure you'll have every chance when you line up on the grid. We don't run drivers so there's no risk of being at the back of the queue behind team drivers.
 
If your season has started disappointingly we can help you turn things round and supply proven race winning motors or rebuild your own.
 
Engines can be hired for £200 plus VAT per weekend, or we can work the magic on your own engine for £355 plus VAT. Engines of this calibre are also for sale if you prefer to own one, please ask for further details.
 
For further details please contact Ricky or Tom Grice on 01268727847 or 07768047253, email ricky.grice@virgin.net or visit our website at www.griceracingengines.com .

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Branfield Secures 'O' Plate    (08/05)

Ian Branfield secured the NKRA 'O' plate for 2015 at Forest Edge.

A wet race day dried up to ensure a thrilling final, with drivers from Scotland, the north and south all joining to contest the 'O' plate. Four of which were all tipped to win.

But after three heats seeing Ian Branfield on pole, Chris Derrick in 2nd, Stuart Gray and Sam Dible starting on the second row - it was all going to come down to the final.

There was great racing all through the field, cracking overtaking and a few heart in mouth moments but Ian's flawless performance ensured him the 'O' plate. Second overall was Stuart Gray, from Scotland, who in the process won the Master and Veteran sections. The Legend sub-class was an emphatic win for Robin Stoddart Stones.

The next round is at Whilton Mill on 23rd and 24th May.

For more information on NKRA, Formula Blue and Southern Championships, visit www.planetkarting.uk.

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BPKC Summer Series R2    (08/05)

Round 2 of the BPKC summer series takes place on Sunday 17th May.

This is the final chance for drivers racing in the Super One meeting on 13th/14th June to get some race practice.
 
All non-gearbox classes welcome. Practice is available on Friday 15th and Saturday 16th May.
  
Please contact Chris or Sheila on 01634 661604 or 01634 201562 or email them on  chris@buckmore.co.uk or sheila@buckmore.co.uk for more details.

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2015 MSA British Superkart GP    (06/05)

Entries are now open for the 35th running of the MSA British Superkart GP on June 6/7th at Donington Park.
 
If you haven't attended before the British Superkart GP is an incredible spectable and an event you simply have to witness.

The event will be run on the full GP circuit and will feature Grand Prix races for Division 1 Superkart, F250 National, F450 National, F125 Open and F125KZ (UK).
 
In addition the event will feature the opening rounds of the 2015 CIK-FIA European Superkart Championships.
 
And if that's not enough there will be car races as well so two full days of great racing in prospect!
 
So drivers; get your entries in now, and spectators; make a note of the date in your diary and come and join us for an adrenalin fuelled weekend. Hospitality is available by the circuit.
 
Further details and SR's are available from Ian Rushforth - email ian.rushforth@superkart.org.uk .

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Ladies Day at TVKC    (06/05)

Help us to raise money for Cancer Research UK by coming to our Ladies Day on Sunday 7th June.
 
We're trying to encourage as many people as possible to 'Glam Up' for our June meeting to help support a worthy cause - Cancer Research UK.
 
Similar to Ascot's Ladies Day, they'll be prizes for the Best Dressed, Best Hat & Best Heels.  And so the gentlemen don't feel too left out, we'll also be awarding a special prize to the Best Man in pink too!  All that we ask you do is come dressed up in your glad rags and pay £5 to enter each class.  A winner from each category will then be chosen and the lucky person presented with a bottle of champagne at the podium presentation.  All proceeds will be donated to Cancer Research UK.
 
We'll also be having a special Driver of the Day Award where a free entry for Kartmasters is up for grabs!  Simply buy a sticker for £5 and display it on your Kart to be considered for this special prize.  All proceeds will be donated once again.
 
Another special feature of the day will be the exclusive Ladies Enclosure!  So why not sit back, relax and enjoy a glass of something cold and fizzy from our VIP bar that has been drafted in especially for the day!  Again, all the money raised in here will go to Cancer Research UK.
 
So come on everyone, help support this great charity and Glam Up for TVKC's Ladies Day!
 
If you have any queries, please contact Clare Mills on clare@tvkc.co.uk

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Lydd Owner Driver Championship    (05/05)

Click for larger image... Round 2 of the the Lydd Kart Circuit Owner Driver Summer Championship takes place this coming Sunday 10th May.

Championship awards going to Bambino 4-Stroke, Bambino 2-Stroke, Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Mini Max, Junior Max, ProKart, Senior Rotax, Rotax Max 177.
 
Our IKR (Independent Kart Racing) meetings command a high standard of racing, Kart Club Regulations apply.
 
The championship runs over 6 rounds with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position. Lydd Kart Club race every 2nd Sunday of the month, open practice the Saturday before. Race entries taken up to, and including Sunday morning, with no late entry fee. 
 
Fees are £45 for member and £50 for non-member.  In addition, half day Saturday practice is available at £25 for member, £30 for non-member, as well as Bambino Hour on Saturday from 9am to 10am for just £20.

If you're not a member, you could save yourself £5 each time you visit!  Membership is £30 and runs for a year from the date you join/renew.
 
Kart storage is available at £5 per week, garage space hire at £25 per kart/per day, and transponder hire is £10 per day if required.
 
Driver of the day, Honda Cadet Clubman Sportsmanship award, and race day trophies mean there is all to play for. We welcome you all, friendly club racing with a great atmosphere.

Please see our website for further information at  www.lyddkartcircuit.com or call 01797 321747 or 01797 321895.  You can emails us at lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk  or Facebook a message.

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MSA Bambino Kart Championship    (05/05)

Round 2 of the MSA Bambino Kart Championship took place on 2nd & 3rd May at Rissington.

Taylor Orridge was victorious in round two at Rissington, where over 20 drivers aged six to eight competed in a time trial format.

Mixed weather on Sunday meant the drivers had to adapt quickly to the changing track conditions. Chance Bennett and Freddie Slater took pole in groups one and two respectively. Bennett and Orridge claimed two wins each in their groups, with Nathan Tye, Brandon Carr, Nathan Browning and Freddie Slater also scoring top-three finishes.

In the final Orridge posted the fastest time, followed by Slater and Tye. Points were awarded throughout the meeting to reward consistency for the young drivers.

Results:
1 Taylor Orridge (Wright)
2 Chance Bennett (Wright)
3 Freddie Slater (Wright)

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RL Racing Department    (29/04)

RL Racing Department's young squad showed great pace all weekend and topped this off with a performance slotting two of them inside the top 6 in the Mini Max standings, 1 top Rookie and an ever improving Junior starting more than half way up a National grid in only her 2nd full year at this level.
 
The heats were fraught with action, but when the classifications came out of Saturday evening the PFI Circuit based team were sitting on P5, 7 & 20 in Mini Max knowing their pace was yet to show and P13 in Junior.
 
Mini Max final 1 saw Tom Wood make a sterling job and slotted into 2nd and spent the race breaking down the leader, catching him with 3 laps to go and electing to play safe and take the 2nd place start for final 2, Chris Lulham was having a great race also coming home in 5th which could have easily been P3 on the final tour with the ensuing scrap for position. Bethany Abbott had a fraught race taking P24 after contact mid race hampering her progress.
 
Final 2 saw disaster for Wood initially not starting from the front row due to a fault with his starter button then after dropping to P15 calmly drove back to P8 at the flag , Lulham had a great drive in the first half of the race, and in fact took the lead on lap 9 only to lose 4/5 places in that lap - he then fought for his life afterwards and was rewarded with P5 at the flag - Abbott making a much better job of final 2 taking top rookie!
 
Lucy Fulton in Junior Max had decent heats giving her P13 for the final 1 grid, but a lot of mid pack contact in this race saw her drop to P18 and then her spark plug broke after a stunning launch from the line in final 2 ending a difficult day for the Cumbrian lass. She'll be back to her best at Shenington.
 
Wood and Lulham stand 3rd and 6th in the Championship after Rowrah with Abbott overall P21.
 
Next for the team is Little Rissington this weekend coming for more preparation for the S1 round in August and then Shenington S1 round 2 the weekend after.
 
For details on RL Racing Department and how to secure your place with the team for 2016 in Rotax or X30 please contact Steve Armstrong on 07843 586416 or rlracingteam@icloud.com .

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MSA British Kart Championship    (29/04)

Round 1 of the SSM MSA British Kart Championship and British Cadet Kart Championship took place at Rowrah on 25th & 26th April.

Sam Webster won both finals at Rowrah, while Scott Allen leads the championship after strong results in the heats.

Scott Allen took the initial lead in Final 1, chased hard by Shaun Slavin and Webster. Slavin snatched the lead after a few laps, then Webster also overtook on the twisty Cumbrian track. Reigning champion Henry Easthope briefly held third but had to settle for fourth.

In the second final Allen chased after Webster, having already passed Slavin. That led to three different kart and engine combinations on the podium, with Allen leading the championship. "Sam was a little quicker in the final but I took too much out of the tyres in the heats," said Allen.

Results - Final 1
1. Sam Webster ART/TM
2. Shaun Slavin CRG/Maxter
3. Scott Allen Gold/IAME

Results - Final 2
1. Webster
2. Allen
3. Slavin

In the Cadet championship, despite their youth the nine- to 13-year-old drivers showed great skill in the season-opener at Rowrah, with Dexter Patterson in the driving seat throughout the first final and Jonny Edgar victorious in the second.

Patterson won the opener while Edgar, the newly crowned O Plate winner for a unique third time, rose to second. Joseph Taylor retired with a lap left, leaving Harry Thompson third.

Edgar snatched the lead of the second final on the opening lap and enjoyed a winning cushion all the way to the chequered flag. Thompson relieved Patterson of second on lap 11 but fell back on the last corner. Taylor stormed back to tenth from the back.

Results - Final 1
1. Dexter Patterson Zip
2. Jonny Edgar Synergy
3. Harry Thompson Synergy

Results - Final 2
1. Edgar
2. Patterson
3. Thompson

Photographs courtesty of Chris Walker - Kartpix.net.

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MSA British Superkart Championship    (29/04)

Gavin Bennett secured two wins in the opening rounds of this year's championship after his closest rivals struck trouble at Silverstone on 24th & 25th April.

Reigning champion Paul Platt chased Bennett in race one until carburation issues dropped him back. He then retired on the final lap, having run out of fuel.

In race two Bennett hit the front from the start while Platt didn't make the first corner when a spark plug failed. Dan Clark, last year's runner-up, secured second place in race two after being knocked off in race one by Platt.

Results - Round One
1 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
2 Gareth James (Anderson DEA)
3 Ross Allen (Jade Honda)

Results - Round Two
1 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
2 Dan Clark (Anderson Gas Gas)
3 Andy Bird (Anderson Honda)

Photograph courtesty of Chris Walker - Kartpix.net .

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Super One Support Races    (28/04)

Following requests from teams and drivers, Shenington and the Super One Series has agreed to offer support races for MiniMax and Junior Max at the forthcoming round on 9/10th May with optional practice on 8th May.

The entry fee is £120 and minimum licence is National B (not novice).

This augments the already publicised support races for Honda and IAME Cadet.

The entry form can be found on www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk and go to Forms page.

Entries close on Monday 4th May for the support races so don't delay, enter today and experience a top championship meeting at first hand.

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Brian Wilson Memorial Meeting    (27/04)

The Brian Wilson Memorial Meeting takes place on Sunday 10th May and this very special meeting for the club is usually busy. If you would like to compete in this event please ensure your entry reaches the Competition Secretary before the 3rd May 2015.

Entry forms are available on www.sykc.co.uk .
 
Brian was an active member of SYKC from 1970 until his untimely death in 1992. His involvement with karting started when his 11 year old son, Mike Wilson, took up karting at Wombwell. Mike had great success in karting and at 18 years old moved to Italy to work as a team driver for Birel and eventually won the World Championship 6 times.
 
Whilst Mike raced for Birel, Brian continued his involvement at SYKC and started a kart business producing the Premier Karts and providing track side support at all meetings, along with working on the club committee; maintaining the track and trying to improve the club.
 
Following his Death in 1992 the club decided to recognise his contribution by holding an annual memorial meeting, which is always supported by his wife Eileen and members of the Wilson family.
 
Mike Wilson kindly donated one of his World Championship trophies to be awarded to the Driver of the Day chosen by Eileen and her family.
 
The winner of each class also wins the 'W Plate' to use whilst racing at SYKC.

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Front Fairing Mounting    (27/04)

After thorough on-track testing, in varied situations reflecting race conditions as closely as possible, the CIK-FIA has now validated the new definition of the front fairing mounting kit in a bid to institute greater sportsmanship and respect in karting Competitions by punishing bad behaviour.

As from Monday 4 May 2015, the front fairing mounting kit as defined in CIK-FIA Bulletin No 40 - 04/05-2015 must therefore be used on all categories of karts taking part in CIK-FIA Competitions.

For further information, please refer to CIK-FIA Bulletin No 40 - 04/05-2015 , which cancels and replaces the previous version.

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Easykart UK    (24/04)

Click for larger image... The Easykart UK Championship has now completed two rounds of its 2015 Championship - Three Sisters produced some superb action last weekend but there is still time to join us in 2015.
 
There were Grand Final wins for George Evans in Easy Cadet, Sam Faulkner in Easy Juniors , Patrick Lay in Easy Lights and Joe Paterson in Easy Masters.
Check out the Easykart YouTube channel that has interviews and features about the Championship, how it works and more importantly what the drivers think!

Plus, you can see all the action via the Easykart UK YouTube Channel .
 
Features of the Easykart UK Championship are:
One make Birel ART Easykart chassis and IAME Easykart engine, cost effective racing, know how much a season is going to cost you before you start!
Easykart UK is a non-MSA Championship, it is independently run. We operate a "Free" but strict Easykart UK driver evaluation procedure which is required to be completed by all drivers prior to joining the Easykart UK Championship.
A dedicated customer technical trackside support team and full Easykart spare parts inventory support at each round.
 
Click for larger image... Easykart UK classes: Easy Cadet 7yrs to 13 yrs; Easy Junior 11yrs to 17yrs; Easy Senior Lights or Masters 16 yrs +.
No racing teams are permitted in Easykart UK.
 
Official Easykart UK driver mentor and Easykart UK driver coaches available.
In depth Easykart UK scrutineering team with a zero tolerance approach to cheating.
Great value on track time - approx 2 hours of track time for you the driver over an exclusive Easykart UK weekend. - no other kart classes permitted.
 
Round 3 of the Easykart UK Championship takes place on the 9th and 10th May at Llandow in South Wales - where the Championship battles will continue!
 
For more information on Easykart visit www.easykart.co.uk or call us on 01527 889595 or find us on Facebook .

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Mobile Jig & Prep Service   (23/04)

Click for larger image... Wavertree Motorsport are offering an innovative mobile jig and preparation service to all kart owners in the South of England.

New in 2015, this service provides customers with a fantastic deal which includes a kart strip, preparation for your next outing, engine clean, carb ultrasonic clean and full jig facility all at the comfort of your own home or a convenient location of your choice.

Prices start from £99 inc VAT. for the above services with further deals available via our unique loyalty scheme.

Further services in addition to those listed above are available at your request.

For more information, contact Matt Napolitano at 07876 541032 or email at wavertreemotorsport@yahoo.co.uk .

Follow us on social media.  We're on Facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/wavertreemotorsport and Twitter at
@MattWavertree.

You can also visit our website for information on our additional team services - www.wavertreemotorsport.co.uk .

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KR-Sport To Support FKS    (22/04)

British and European Kart Team KR-Sport to support Stars Championship.
 
KR-Sport race team have made a last minute bid to support the Formula One Management backed Formula Kart Stars Championship which kicks off at the start of May at the series opener at Whilton Mill in Daventry.
 
KR-Sport, a well established top UK and European team, will now open its doors to help support and manage drivers competing in Stars Championship for 2015 using their expertise that has guided their drivers to numerous top level Championship success.
 
A deal has been secured by KR-Sport with an exciting group of sponsors that will now enable them to offer selected drivers the opportunity to compete in the Championship and enjoy the benefits that this high profile series has to offer, which includes unrivalled media coverage through six dedicated TV shows on Sky Sports, as well as features on Sky Sports F1 and Sky 1.
 
The Sponsorship comes from a consortium of highly successful business leaders, with the combined vision of utilising the unique media platform that Formula Kart Stars presents to promote their businesses, whilst also importantly supporting young talent.
 
Paul Leonard lead business owner and driving force behind the consortium commented: "This is a fantastic opportunity for our key group of businesses to utilise Formula Kart Stars and KR-Sport to simultaneously promote our business interests, whilst having the added benefit of supporting young racing talent. I look forward to attending the races this year and developing a strong working partnership."
 
In securing the deal KR are able to offer a limited number of spaces with semi supported drives meaning that the selected drivers will compete in the series with financial support from our Sponsor on Series entries and the services supplied by KR-Sport.
 
Team Owner Ashley Orchard commented "This is a fantastic opportunity for us and we are excited to enter into the Stars Championship and also be in a position to offer some financial support to our selected drivers along the way. This doesn't detract from the teams ongoing projects but adds a further exciting string to our bow. The biggest challenge we have now is to form a talented line up in a short space of time".
 
Interested drivers should be of a reasonable level and be able to represent this large brand on and off the track. A sensible budget should still be in place for further information and costs please contact Ashley Orchard direct on 07921 225 680 or ash@kr-sport.com

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3hr Endurance Charity Race    (16/04)

Click for larger image...This 3 hour endurance race promises to be an exciting event with a mix of public and professional race drivers held at Daytona Milton Keynes Sunday 19th July. Where else would you get the opportunity to race against Nick Tandy (Porsche LMP1 Factory driver) Nathan Freke (Former Formula Ford and Ginetta G50 champion and Century Motorsport Team Principal), Jon Barnes (2008 British GT Champion and 2015 British GT Competitor), Aaron Head ( 2014 Caterham R300 champion), Matt Hamilton (Former BTCC driver) Zoe Wenham (British GT driver), Stuart Gough (2014 National Formula Ford champion). Plus many more drivers to be announced soon.
 
Ex-kart racers Mark McCawley and Ricky Impey, who will be organising this event, commented "Brain Tumour Research receives less than 1% of the national spend on Cancer Research. As the biggest killer of all cancers for people under the age of 40, this is not enough. We are appealing to the motorsport trade and beyond to take part is this race and to try and make a difference."
 
"We have had an amazing response with many team entries received so far and we have some great partners for our event with companies such as Roger Clark Motorsport, Prodrive, JRM, Buckler Environmental and more to be announced." We also hope to start announcing our great prizes over the coming months leading up to the event".
 
Team entry (4-6 drivers per team) is £450 with £250 deposit payable to secure your team place. 16 years and over.
 
For further information or to place your team entry please contact btrkartrace@gmail.com .

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X30 Wins For Stilp & Baines    (15/04)

PPR Kart team wins the 2nd round of the X30 tour with Jacob Stilp in Senior X30 on his Mad-Croc MC-01 Kart, and is the current points leader after the first 2 rounds.
 
The Armando Filini designed kart has proved very successful recently as the team have had a strong run of results, with team drivers setting fastest laps in wet and dry conditions.
 
Jacob qualified equal pole at the 1st round of the X30 tour at PFI with a massive grid of 70 drivers. In the final he took the final podium spot with an impressive 3rd place finish.
 
Jacob dominated the Kimbolton round of the tour, qualifying on pole and driving it home to complete 3 wins and a 3rd  place finish in his last four meetings after winning the March Kimbolton and Whilton Mill Senior X30 club meetings.
 
On the same weekend at SYKC Jordan Baines and MBM took victory in fine fashion in Senior X30 on his Mad-Croc debut.
 
Click for larger image... Mad-Croc karting are delighted to announce that Mark Baines Motorsport are now the Northern agent for the Mad-Croc MC-01 kart. MBM mainly focus on race meetings at PFI, Wombwell, Wigan, Hooton Park and the NKF Championship. Mark says "after testing the kart we were so impressed. It was fast with standard setup straight away and winning at SYKC on our first weekend with the kart proved that. We are really pleased to be joining the Mad-Croc Family and working with PPR and Mad-Croc karting UK"
 
The kart so far has been very successful in Junior and Senior X30 and also in Rotax Max. If you're interested in joining the family, or want to arrange a test please don't hesitate to contact:
 
Mad-Croc Karting UK: Dan Stilp on 07753 819511 or Simon Parker: 07855 831921 / email pprkartteam@live.co.uk .
 
MBM: Mark Baines on 07710 614099 or email fragk64@hotmail.co.uk .

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Golden Weekend For Gold Kart    (15/04)

Click for larger image... Congratulations to the Jade Kart race team at the 2nd round of LGM X30 tour event at Kimbolton, with 39 juniors and 41 senior entries there was some strong competition to contend with.
 
In Junior X30 Angus Fender put in a faultless performance to take victory by 1.9 seconds, with Anderson Chilcott starting on grid 12 to finish an impressive 4th place in the final. Also Ethan Pitt's strong performance over the weekend put him on grid 7 for the final and he managed to progress to 2nd place in the early stages of the final.Click for larger image...
 
Danny Keirle in Senior X30 on his Gold Kart GTR30 had real pace all weekend, but one bad heat saw him starting the final on grid 8, from where he chased down the leader to finish 2nd only 0.2 seconds behind.
 
For enquires about the new Gold Kart's please contact:
 
Magnum Motorsports - telephone 0157 474419 or visit www.magtune.com (new trade dealer enquires welcome for some areas)
or
Jade Karts - telephone01295 678188 or visit www.jadekarts.co.uk .

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Wild Card Entries    (14/04)

Following its popularity when it was introduced last year, Wild Card entries will again be permitted at the CIK-FIA European KF & KFJ Championships.

The Championship will visit UK shores from 18-21 June 2015 when PF International kart circuit plays host to round 2 of this 3 round European Championship.

Wild Card entries allows a driver to enter a single round rather than the full Championships and is applicable to both the KF and KFJ categories.

Entry fees start from €520 for entries received by 13 May 2015 (The fee increases to €780 for entries received between 14-20 May 2015).

If you want to take advantage of this great opportunity to take part in a CIK-FIA sanctioned event on home turf - then enter online at www.cikfia.com .

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Msport Kart School    (14/04)

ARKS are delighted to welcome Msport Kart School to the list of professionally recognised Kart Schools, the only schools recognised by the Motors Sports Association (MSA).  Msport Karting are based at the popular Whilton Mill circuit near Daventry in Northamptonshire and can offer the full range of kart experiences, training and tests from Bambino, Cadets, through the Junior classes and for Seniors.
 
Msport Karting has a history of training some of the best drivers in Karting.  Lewis Hamilton worked with Chief Instructor Keiran Crawley through 1999-2001 and has since progressed to be a double F1 World Champion. More recently Msport driver Matthew Graham won both the FIA-CIK World U18 Title along with the CIK Asia-Pacific title, racing under Msport Karting's guidance. We have now decided to offer this service to all drivers looking to get into karting, whatever your age, with the opening of the Msport Kart School under the direction of the Association of Racing Kart Schools licenced by the British governing body the MSA.

Now all drivers can benefit from truly World class coaching from the first time they step into a kart.  Msport Kart School can also supply full race prepared karts for all ages from 6 upwards so you can see if you love karting like we do, without outlaying any large sums on buying your own equipment. We can then take you through to completing your ARKS test and on to your first race and beyond.  So whether you are the next Lewis Hamilton or you just want to race and have fun at the weekends, Msport Kart School should be your first stop.

 
We are based on site at Whilton Mill Kart Circuit near Daventry in the centre of the UK which is one of the largest clubs with full facilities, places to get hot food, drink and even a hot shower if needed. 
 
Please feel free to contact us for a chat about your needs on 01327 842778 or via email to Msportkart@hotmail.co.uk or info@teamMsport.com and for details of all the ARKS Schools visit www.arks.co.uk.

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BPKC Summer Series    (09/04)

Round 1 of the BPKC summer series takes place on Sunday 19th April which incorporates round 2 of the Kent Kart Championships.  Grid slots are also available for junior and senior TKM which will assist drivers racing at the Kentish venue in Super One and the Southern TKM Championship later in the year. 
 
All non gearbox classes welcome including Junior Subaru.  Practice is available on Friday 17th and Saturday 18th April.
  
Please contact Chris on 01634 661604 or 01634 201562 or email him on  chris@buckmore.co.uk  for more details.

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Kart Components    Click for larger image... (08/04)

Kart Components have updated their hugely successful KC Brake System with a new lightweight system manufactured from aluminium billet. At 600g the new system is half the weight of the old system and retains all the popular features of the old system with its unique adjuster pillars.
 
The new KC30 brake system is available with braided or plastic hose.
 
Please contact daniel@kartcomponents.com or go to www.kartcomponents.com for more details.

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Southern Blue Challenge    (08/04)

Click for larger image...Branfield takes the final but Derrick takes the overall win at a wet and windy Mansell Raceway.
 
Round two of the Southern Blue Challenge at Mansell was a wet one, until as always, the final!
 
Sam Dible was strong through all three heats, along with Chris Derrick and Ian Branfield. Rain, wind and everything the weather could throw at the grid happened for the first two heats, but the third was the first session for slicks all weekend.
 
The final turned out to be dry, Derrick on pole and Dible on 2nd. Branfield, who started third on the grid took the win by a second, with Derrick and McLeod taking second and third in that order. Derrick holding the fastest lap though.
 
Next round is at Clay Pigeon Raceway on 12th April. To sign up to take part in Formula Blue's Southern Championship and to join the NKRA visit www.planetkarting.uk .

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Lydd Kart Circuit    (07/04)

Click for larger image... The Lydd Kart Circuit Owner Driver Summer Championship kicks off with Round 1 on Sunday 12th April - it's going to be exciting!
 
Many classes catered for, championship awards going to Bambino, Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Mini Max, Junior Max, ProKart, Senior Rotax, Rotax Max 177.
 
Our IKR meetings command a high standard of racing, kart club regulations are available, come join the grids.
 
The summer championship runs over 6 rounds with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position. We race every 2nd Sunday of the month, open practice for all classes the Saturday before, every Friday and at other times to be confirmed.
 
Race entries taken up to and including Sunday morning, with no late entry fee. If you would like your name in the race programme we do then need notification of your entry Wednesday prior event.
 
Saturday open practice and Sunday race entry fee is £45 members, £50 non members each day.
Half day open practice fee is £25 members, £30 non-members.
Saturday Bambino hour 9am to 10am is £20.
Membership is £30 and runs for a year from the date you join or renew, saving you £5 each time you visit us.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week, race weekend garage space is available to hire, £25 per kart/per day. Please contact the circuit direct to book this. Transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Winter 2014/15 Championship awards are being presented on Sunday 12th April in the club house.
 
Driver of the day, Honda Cadet clubman sportsmanship award, race day trophies all to play for. We welcome you all, friendly club racing with a great atmosphere.
 
Please see our website for further information www.lyddkartcircuit.com , Call 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, send us an email to lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk or Facebook a message.

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Are You Busy This Sunday?    (07/04)

This is the last opportunity to enter your team for this coming Sunday (12th) for the 2-hour team Endurance race at Buckmore part in aid of Parkinson's UK charity. The event will see over 18 teams of between 3-6 drivers racing for a great cause with Buckmore Park's premier hire karts.
 
Event starts at 11am with a full drivers briefing, 20 minute practice, 2 hour endurance race followed by presentations and trophies. There will also be a raffle and 250cc Gearbox kart demonstration.
 
The cost of each entry is £240 per team so could be as little as £40 per driver.
 
If you are interested in entering a team please get in contact as soon as possible to ensure we can get your team on the grid. This is a fantastic opportunity to let them drivers mix it with mechanics.
 
Entries close this coming Friday.
 
Come and have some fun, friendly racing all for a great cause!
 
Contact Ray Thomas via email Ray.ramar@gmail.com or Phone 07833 250857 for more details.

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Honda Tech Regs Updated    (31/03)

Please note the Honda GX160 Honda Engine Technical Regulations have been updated with Version 10A and they become effective on 24 April 2015.  Kart Race Yearbook regulation B4.2 and the KTE for Honda Junior and Senior are thus amended from that date, announced the ABkC.

The amendments include the following:
Section 1: The words 'Position' and 'Function' added to cover the positioning of crankcase oil seals.
Section  6 and Appendix 1: Clarification of an amended part number from Honda, the part itself is unchanged.
Section 16: Piston Ring '1T' added to permitted list as now supplied on UK spec engines.
Section 17: Amended dimensions for the con rod, to make it easier to measure by scrutineers, no actual change to spec.  Illustration added in Appendix 3.
Section 20: A maximum dimension for the coil mounting hole, and a drawing added in Appendix 3.
Section 23: A welded repair is allowed for one (only) coil mounting post, which can become damaged if the magnet flies free.  The position and thread sizes may not be altered.
Section 26: For clarification to state that clutches that can be adjusted in position are not permitted, and plate clutches are not permitted.  There are pictures in Appendix 3.

The regulations are available on the ABkC Regulations page, and  here (PDF).

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Bambino Karter Extraordinaire    (30/03)

Click for larger image...Click for larger image... 6-year old Joseph Baird, from Aldridge near Walsall, is setting his sights high to raise £2,000 for Birmingham Children's Hospital this year, whilst competing in the 2015 Motor Sports Association (MSA) Bambino Karting Championship.
 
Joe was born with a kidney condition called hydronephrosis, which caused him to suffer continual kidney infections. It wasn't diagnosed until he was three but since 2011, Birmingham Children's Hospital have been treating it. Four operations later and, so far, Joe's problem appears to have gone away!
 
On a family holiday last summer, Joseph tried karting and showed both flair and a passion for it. Within a few laps he was overtaking the adults, so it was only natural that he should continue karting when he returned home. Since then, Joe's family have bought him his very own kart which means he can compete in the 2015 MSA Bambino Karting Championship with other 6-8 year olds all around England, Scotland and Wales.
 
Joe wants to say "thank you" to Birmingham Children's Hospital for repairing his kidney by more than doubling the £750 he raised for them in 2014.
 
He seeks companies, who in exchange for a donation to the charity, will gain advertising space on Joe's kart, overalls, helmet, website and social media pages - and anywhere else an advert can be fitted!  Every penny donated will go to Birmingham Children's Hospital and not towards Joe's racing costs. Interested companies should visit boomit19.tumblr.com/advertising or call Ian Baird on 07766 251729.
 
Anyone wishing to donate should visit www.justgiving.com/kart .

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Josh O'Malley Memorial Cup    (27/03)

Click for larger image...Click for larger image...The next round of the HKC championship on 5th April at Rye House will be held as the Josh O'Malley Memorial Cup. Now in its fourth year it's a celebration of a young charismatic driver whose time was cut short at the age of just 28.
 
Josh had been diagnosed with neuroblastoma at the age of 4 and given only six months to live and it is a tribute to his spirit that he fought through the setbacks and considerable pain, to go on to win and be the National Kart Racing Champion at the age of 21.
 
He was involved in many aspects of Rye House and his memorial at the track is kept alive by his parents, Kevin and Gill, and the event will be run under his motto of "Live life to the full".
 
The event is open to all MSA licence holders and you are invited to join many of his grid mates, juniors and cadets who continue his traditions and we look forward to seeing you all next month.
 
Entry forms can be found here and entries close on Monday 30th March so enter now!

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True North: Boy Racers    (26/03)

Click for larger image... "We're friends in the pits and everywhere else but then when we get on the track, it's like a war zone..."
 
Lights out... and two of the fiercest rivals in motorsport go wheel to wheel, testing the limits of their skill on the racetrack and their friendship off it.
 
This isn't F1's Hamilton and Rosberg - but maybe one day they could be.  These are Ninja Kart's McFall and Nicholl - two young stars of the future from Northern Ireland who compete to win and hate to lose.

A new BBC One Northern Ireland programme, True North: Boy Racers, gets exclusive access to the boys and their families over the course of a season and lets viewers taste life in the fast lane.
 
Click for larger image... Ten-year old Matthew Nicholl from Limavady and nine-year old Adam McFall from Ballymena compete for glory at speeds of up to 50mph in the Ninja Karts series. For 6 to 11 year olds, the series is as competitive as any level of motorsport.
 
It's a family business. Racing is in the genes with their fathers also involved in motorsport in various forms and they can be as competitive as their sons. Keeping the boys on track is a big commitment - both financially and through time. Away from the track their family circles also have their own challenges to deal with.
 
True North: Boy Racers allows viewers to experience the contrasting emotions of the two young racers and share their love of karting as they carry the hopes and dreams of their fathers.
 
There are big rewards to finishing in the top four of the Ninja Kart Championship with a chance to compete against the best racers across the UK at the Ipswich Speed Weekend. Winning is everything. Losing is heart-breaking. How will the season unfold?  Will Adam and Matthew make it to Ipswich where the rewards are highest? But failure will also bring greater disappointment.
 
Turn on and tune in to True North: Boy Racers on BBC One Northern Ireland at 10:45pm Monday 30th March 2015.

More information is available at www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b05p738g .

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BuyTransponders.com    (25/03)

Looking for a new transponder for kart, car, motorcross or motorbike racing?

What most suppliers don't tell you is that they buy from the manufacturer in Euros before converting to Pounds Sterling and adding their markup, but with the Euro exchange rate improving recently how can you be sure you're getting the best possible deal?

Introducing a new ecommerce website - buytransponders.com - which specialise in MyLaps motorsport transponders and is the only website to automatically calculate their prices based on the current commercial exchange rate so you know you're getting the best current price!

Announcing the site, David Hutchinson said "We are very pleased with this new development as the rate of exchange we offer is negotiated with City brokers and offers a far better rate than normal, meaning the Pound you spend buys more."

So if you're looking to purchase a transponder for the new season visit www.buytransponders.com to secure a great deal.

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Isle Of Man 24 Hour Is Go    (24/03)

EPEC are pleased to announce that their European 24 Hour will now take place in Jurby, Isle of Man on 23rd/24th May 2015 (Bank Holiday weekend).
 
The entry price is only £850 (owner drivers) with classes for Gx160, 200 Extremes in both Clubmans and Pro.
 
This is a great opportunity to experience this wonderful circuit in this celebrated motor racing island.
 
Special ferry prices are available.  Please email us at Teesside Karting for a list of hotel, camping and ferry prices.
 
Entry through Teesside Karting as normal on 01642 231117.
 
There will also be a limited number of race hires available (Clubmans) for only £1000 inc VAT, this will be on a first come first serve basis.
 
Entry includes - race prepared Kart, running new 200 engines, 2 sets slick tyres, all mechanical and technical services, race suits and crash helmets if required.
 
Get on the racing line.

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Karts Parts Available At GYG    (24/03)

DND Sports Ltd will be the sole kart shop at this weekend's GYG NKF meeting. We will have for sale...
 
- Oils, Lubricants and Cleaners
- Super One race numbers, all colours
- Sprockets, Chains
- Nuts, Bolts and Washers
- Bodywork and fixings (various styles)
- Chassis parts (Intrepid and OTK), general parts will be available as well
- Tyres (Mojo's, Dunlop, Komet)
 
We will have a limited number of sets of tyres available on site, but if you do require a set and to avoid disappointment please pre-order by Thursday 12:00 at the very latest!
 
If you require any specific parts for the weekend, again can we ask that you pre-order by Thursday.
 
Parts will be available from 8am on Friday.
 
To order parts and tyres please call 07535 645730 or email DNDMotorsport@gmail.com .

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Southern Blue Challenge    (23/03)

Click for larger image... The first round of the Southern Blue Challenge took place last weekend at Llandow and it all came down to tyre choice for the final.

After on-off drizzle, most of the Senior grid selected wet tyres for what looked to be a greasy circuit. But as the drivers waited in Parc ferme  the commentator announced that on the fastest lap time was set on the last lap of the race just gone, and it was on slicks!

It was a fantastic race to watch with karts on slicks driving through the pack with ease, coming up with some unusual results! Ian Bradfield taking the win, Matt Parr taking his highest ever finish in second and Kevin for taking third despite a brake failure.

Rounding off the top five was Kaite Helps in fourth, also her highest ever finish and a real turn around after having all their karting equipment stolen, and Rob Mortimer in 5th.

Results overall gave Ian Branfield a deserved lead at the start of this year's Championship. Equal 2nd were Matt Parr and Chris Derrick both on 8 points.

Ian Branfield also heads the Top Weight group from Duncan McLeod.  The Master section has Chris Derrick narrowly in front of Kevin Ford, though it is Ford who leads the Veteran group from Duncan McLeod.  Nigel Pritchard, travelling down from Burnley, was rewarded with the lead in the Legend section from Ron Shone.

The next round is at Dunkeswell on 28th March and we are sure it will be as exciting as the first!

For more information on Formula Blue, Southern Championship or NKRA please visit www.planetkarting.uk .

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Easykart UK    (20/03)

This weekend sees the start of the 2015 Easykart UK Championship - Round 1 of this exclusive Championship kicks off on Sunday at Shenington near Banbury in Oxfordshire.
 
The 2015 Easykart UK Championship marks an important step since the Championships move away from the MSA. More drivers have registered for this year's Championship with Easykart UK having its own (free) driver evaluation test for all drivers that want to race in the Championship.
 
New and used kart sales are up with more drivers looking to take part either in the whole Championship or some rounds near them. The Easykart Masters grid for instance is full!
 
Easykart offers classes for all ages Easykart Cadet from 7 to 13 years, Easykart Junior 12 to 16 years, Easykart Senior Lights and Easykart Senior Masters 16+.
 
Ginetta Cars is sponsoring the 2015 Easykart Championship with drives in their Ginetta Junior cars and G40 cars as just some of the prizes. CZ chains are also sponsoring the Championship with all podium drivers in all classes at each round receiving a CZ chain.
 
Click for larger image... The Easykart UK Championship will also be filmed, you can subscribe to our You Tube channel www.youtube.com/user/UKEasyKart .
 
So if you want fair, simplistic, low cost racing why not have a look at Easykart - a one make Birel ART chassis, one make Easykart IAME engine concept with no racing teams allowed - and probably the most competitive closely matched grids in kart racing today.
 
Start your racing journey with Easykart...
 
For more information visit www.easykart.co.uk or like our page on Face book or call Easykart UK on 01527 889595.

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2015 Gearbox GP Cancelled    (18/03)

It is with regret that Trent Valley Kart Club announces the cancellation of the 2015 MSA British (Short Circuit) Gearbox Kart Grand Prix that was scheduled to take place on Fulbeck kart track on 25th & 26th April 2015.

Having revived the event in 2014, the Club were keen to build on that success in 2015.  However, due to circumstances beyond our control, a last minute race calendar alteration by other parties now means a serious clash of gearbox events.  So, as unfortunately, a suitable alternative date couldn't be found in the increasingly hectic race schedules TVKC has taken the very difficult decision to cancel the event.

We would like to take this opportunity to apologise to all the competitors involved and those that have shown their support for the event.  We hope a more suitable date can be found for 2016!

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Rolling Road Dyno Service    (17/03)

Iridis are opening their Dyno facility for the up and coming season, allowing any teams or privateer drivers the opportunity to have an independent assessment of their equipment using the latest dyno equipment. All outputs recorded, analysed, stored and printed.
 
As in Motorsport nothing is equal, same-make engines will output different power and torque figures, between batch years and sometimes batch months - supposedly identical engines will manifest different characteristics.

With the same setup, some carbs will also produce various results. How about your exhausts or your coils? Dyno testing the components that affect the power of your kart allows you to identify and quantify what you have and reference it against the very best. The sum of the very best components will allow you not to take any chances with your motorisation.

We are able to test all Rotax engines and auxiliaries, all cadet karts and X30 engines.
 
You can rent our services from as little as £65.00 + VAT. As we can offer an hourly rate, half days, full day or even a season package for your individual need or even a team.
 
Any appointments or questions can easily be solved by contacting James on 07868 039466.

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Fantastic Spring Offer    (13/03)

CRG UK are pleased to announce a fantastic Spring offer on complete Rotax and X30 engine packages complete with the new CRG KT2 2015 Chassis.
 
Due to the recent change in the Euro exchange rate, we can offer a complete kart with any Rotax or X30 engine in any class; ready built and delivered anywhere in the UK for only £3999.00 including VAT.
 
Remember with our £1000.00 Part Ex scheme available this means you can have a complete brand new kart no hidden extras delivered to your door for only £2999.00 with nothing extra to pay.
 
For further information call Mark on 07967 159199.

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HTR Race & Driver Development    (13/03)

HTR Racing are really concentrating on a race and driver development program for 2015. HTR will be running in the popular NKF championship, PFI and Rowrah club meetings along with various different club meetings in perpetration to return to super one in 2016.
 
The team currently have 2 spaces available in the team in either Honda, Iame or Rotax classes with various different packages available to suit all budgets. From basic awning space to full arrive and drive. HTR will also have their fully equipped flat table at all races for anyone requiring chassis alignment.
 
If you would like to join a highly successful and professional team then please don't hesitate to contact Derrick on: 07836 248459 or derrick@htrracing.com .

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Kart Prep & Dyno Service    (12/03)

Click for larger image... British IAME champions, Fusion Motorsport, are offering an exclusive IAME cadet kart prep and dyno service for privateer drivers during the lead up to the first round of LGM on 4th/5th April 2015.
 
For the remainder of March, Fusion will be offering an all-inclusive service where customers will receive a full kart prep (steam clean, rear axle strip and rebuild and chassis alignment check) and a dyno session (maximum 2 hours) for a special price of £200 + VAT (replacement parts not included).  All carried out under one roof at our unit near Kimbolton circuit.
 
As well as having your kart prepared to the highest standards, you will also leave with an independent analysis of your carbs and engines.  If required, carb rebuilds and setting to be charged at additional fee.
 
If you are interested in this exclusive offer please contact on 07733 011221 or email dan@fusionmotorsport.co.uk .  This service is available by appointment only so book now to avoid disappointment.

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LKRC Summer Championship    (12/03)

LKRC are pleased to confirm the start of their MSA Summer Championship on March 21/22.

The summer championship also sees the introduction of a new price structure of £30.00 membership until 30th of April, and a race weekend for an all-inclusive price of £60.00 (members only) throughout the championship.

See the website at www.LKRC.net for details.
 
All MSA classes are welcome including Jnr and Snr X30. We are hoping to run a TKM Clubman Jnr & Snr class too - see website for details.  Free overnight camping is also available.

Once again full trackside support is from www.kartpartsuk.com who supply everything from chassis, tyres, sparkplugs to chains and sprockets - all at the track!
 
Also, the Fulbeck non-MSA Sprint Series takes place on the 3rd weekend of the month with Saturday practice and Sunday race.  The series is continuing to grow and open to all.

For any further information please contact Julie, the Competition Secretary, on 0844 800 0622.

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Mach 1 and MLC Motorsport    (11/03)

The Mach1 UK team, MLC Motorsport, have been making the X30 podium home at many tracks over the last few months. Including two double podiums at PFi and being crowned TVKC Winter Champions.
 
New signing Ollie Varney has been on the podium in every race since joining the team and had numerous fastest laps wet and dry, proving once again that the Mach1 chassis is a perfect choice for the ever growing X30 Classes. Ollie being crowned Winter Champion even with a non-finish in the first round is a credit to the equipment driver and the team.
 
The Junior drivers have also showed huge speed with German Cameron Boedler getting pole position at PFi in Febuary in his first ever race there, eventually finishing 3rd in the final and team mate Jake Bowman qualifying 4th in the same meeting.Click for larger image...
 
Click for larger image... Two drivers returning from winter breaks first time back in the kart for 3 months saw Josh Hatton collecting silverware at PFi and Gus Lawrence doing the same in his first ever Senior race at Kimbolton, including a fastest lap and pole position.
 
The 2015 Mach1 chassis is available now for only £2495.00 plus Vat.
 
To arrange a test in the Mach1 Kart or just to try X30 feel free to get in touch and find out how we can help your racing in 2015.
 
E-mail us at info@mlcmotorsport.co.uk or visit our website at www.MLCMotorsport.co.uk .

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Josh O'Malley Memorial Cup    (11/03)

Click for larger image...Click for larger image... The next round of the HKC championship on April 5th at Rye House will be held as the Josh O'Malley Memorial Cup. Now in it's fourth year it is a celebration of a young charismatic driver whose time was cut short at the age of just twenty eight.
 
Josh had been diagnosed with neuroblastoma at the age of four and given only six months to live and it is a tribute to his spirit that he fought through the setbacks and considerable pain, to go on to win and be the National Kart Racing Champion at the age of twenty one.
 
He was involved in many aspects of Rye House and his memorial at the track is kept alive by his parents, Kevin and Gill, and the event will be run under his motto of "Live life to the full".
 
The event is open to all MSA licence holders and you are invited to join many of his grid mates, juniors and cadets who continue his traditions and we look forward to seeing you all in April.
 
Entry forms can be found here .

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RL Racing Department    (10/03)

Click for larger image... With the re-shaping of the RL Racing Department team early this year we are almost full for 2015 season, with just one space left for the all of the Super One Series, relevant club meetings and test days that are contained in our schedule for the year ahead.
 
We therefore have 1 drive left for either Junior Max or Mini Max and we can tailor a package to suit - either using and improving your own existing kit or supplying an arrive and drive package using our team equipment.
 
From the beginning of September there will also be availability for X30 and Rotax Mini & Junior test days at PFI, again using team equipment, in readiness for the winter preparations for 2016.Click for larger image...
 
There are also some exciting new developments currently being prepared for 2016 - watch this space.
 
For a quote or information on RL Racing Department please contact Steve Armstrong on 07843 586416 or email rlracingteam@icloud.com .

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KartsPartsUK & Praga/OK1    (06/03)

KartPartsUK are proud to announce that they have been confirmed as the new Praga karts UK and Ireland sole importers. With the first shipment having just arrived this week of the new 2015 Praga Dragon Evo Chassis and also the Praga Dark, chassis orders are now being taken. KartPartsUK are looking for new as well as established agents and teams all over the UK and Ireland to take on the karts. With some great offers and support available for the right drivers/teams.
 
After a successful trip to the factory it is no surprise that Praga have had so much success in the past - the factory leaves no stone unturned with the attention to detail being second-to-none and with 99% of the kart being manufactured on site, they can keep control of everything and make any changes at a moment's notice. With Praga's all new design for 2015, the new Dragon Evo Chassis is certainly one of the most eye catching karts on the grid and with results to back this up why not make a change from the norm and try something different. Prices on the Praga Dragon Chassis are £1995 Plus VAT and an amazing £1200 Plus VAT for the dark chassis. All karts come complete with a choice of seat, magnesium wheels and where it can be arranged we will come and help you with the first day of running to make sure you get the best out of the kart.
 
KartPartsUK have karts available to test in all classes from cadet, all Rotax classes and Iame classes, so just give us a call on 01775 712633 or email info@kartpartsuk.com .
 
Alternatively you can call one of there agents:
CCL on 01472 823040/07831 497534 or email cclracing@gmail.com .
Next Karting on 01727 568836 or email sales@nextkarting.co.uk .
Rednal Karting on 07989 471307.

All spare parts are available from our online shop at www.kartpartsuk.com

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DHR Winter Cup Champions    (06/03)

Dan Holland Racing drivers made an emphatic start to the European Rotax season with new members Tom Gamble taking a famous victory on his Euro Max debut and 12 year old teammate Tom Canning also taking a stunning podium place on his first Junior Rotax outing! After an intense and closely fought week at the circuit of Campillos in southern Spain it was the DHR duo who came out on top in the all-important Junior Max main final.

In DD2 Masters former world champion Christiano Morgado ran as high as 2nd in the main DD2 pre final until pushed off and he had to make a recovery drive in the final to claim 2nd in the masters category and become vice champion.

Whilst other team drivers featured well also over the week, overall it was a great collection of silverware for the team with some fantastic prizes of sponsored entries for the main Euro Max Challenge.


DHR have a full and busy programme of races in 2015 and quickly returned to PFI for the final round of their 2015 Winter series this past weekend and it was once more Tom Gamble who simply dominated the Junior Rotax class taking pole, along with the pre final win and storming to a 5 second victory in the final despite very wet and tricky track conditions.

In Mini Max, DHR drivers Mark Kimber showed great speed during the dry testing and drove a tactical final claiming the runner up spot on the final lap with a neat drive.

Tom Canning also featured well and took a close 7th in the final.


New Senior Rotax signings Luke Knott and Jac Constable wasted no time settling into their new environment and took 2nd and 3rd in timed practice. Existing DHR man Sam Marsh seeded 5th from last season's Super 1 campaign was also prominent.

Despite the teams trio of drivers all leading the pre final at one stage the wet final didn't share the same fortune with Sam and Jac both involved in separate incidents and Luke pitting on the formation lap due to a water electrical issue dropping him out of contention for the victory.


So the successful combination of DHR and the FA Alonso kart continues on from last season already with a haul of major trophies from the new campaign.

For anyone interested in racing with the team or testing the new 2015 Alonso chassis please contact Dan on 07960 047810 or email
dan@danhollandracing.co.uk
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Kart test days available and part ex on your existing chassis (any make considered) also an option. Call for more details!

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Get Prepared For 2015    (05/03)

With the main 2015 season just about to start Grice Racing Engines have great value offers on engine rebuilds with no compromises made on performance.

Super One starts in six weeks and LGM in a month so it's time to get your equipment in order.

Full rebuilds on Cadets cost £180, TKM and 100cc £220 and Rotax and X30 £355, all prices excluding VAT.

We've been building top line race engines for more than 35 years and with podium results in British, European and World Championships for piston port JICA , reed valve ICA, rotary and reed valve Formula A, KF3, KF2 and TAG Rotax motors, Grice have an enviable pedigree.

For this year F100 has over 60 drivers registered and starts in just over a month, so all pre-2000 100cc enthusiasts would be well-advised to send their engines to one of the pre-eminent engine builders of the period.

Regardless of whether your engine was manufactured 20 years ago or in 2015, if you want the best in engine preparation without worrying whether you're at the back of the queue behind team drivers or chassis customers, Grice Racing Engines are the only choice in the UK.

If you have any questions or for further options please call the workshop to discuss, on 01268 727847 or 07768 047253.  You can also email ricky.grice@virgin.net and visit our website at Griceracingengines.com .

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TKM Club Championships    (05/03)

More than 70 drivers have signed up for the 2015 TKM Club Championships, expanded this year to three regional events across the South, Midlands and North.

Entries are still coming in for the series which reached its official closing date on March 2 and registrations will still be accepted but will be at a higher rate and are subject to availability.

There is an added exclusive bonus to every driver who registers - free trial subscription to Karting Magazine. Karting mag will be giving great coverage to the TKM club championships in the magazine, its digital version and through its website at kartingmagazine.com and Facebook page.

The first event in the championships takes place at Hooton Park near Chester on Sunday, March 15 to launch the Northern series. The other championships get underway in April at Clay Pigeon and Shenington.

It was in 2012 the first series was launched in the Midlands with classes for Juniors and Seniors at Kimbolton, Shenington, Rissington and Whilton Mill. The idea was to enable inter circuit TKM club championship racing without the need to travel the length and breadth of the country. It proved an instant success.

Last year a Northern series was added racing at Hooton Park, Rowrah, Wombwell and Three Sisters and saw an immediate increase in TKM racing in that area. A Clubman category was also added to the Midlands.

Now for this year the Southern series will feature racing at Dunkeswell, Llandow, Clay Pigeon, Forest Edge and Buckmore Park.

In addition all rounds of the TKM club championships will this year feature a round at the Maxxis TKM Festival at Kimbolton in August with full TV coverage on Motors TV for both the event and the TKM club championships.

This year for the first time points will be scored from final grid position as well as final result to reward drivers for consistent results in the heats.

The organisation and co-ordination of the series is carried out through class owners Tal-Ko Racing with regular bulletins to all drivers and a newly expanded website facility this year. Regulations and registration forms are available at www.tal-ko.com . Additional registrations should be sent by post or email to Tal-Ko Racing.

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CRG UK Introduce New KT2    (03/03)

CRG UK are pleased to announce the introduction of the new 2015 KT2 suitable for all Rotax and x30 classes. We have test day packages available at Dunkeswell, Forest Edge, Llandow, PFi and Whilton Mill circuits.
 
The cost is £250.00 which includes a day's practice, fuel, tyres, kart and set up advice, this amount is fully refundable should you purchase a new kart, and remember we still offer the kart exchange scheme allowing you up to £1000.00 on your old chassis.
 
As an added bonus if you take up this offer at PFi you will also receive a day's driving at set up instruction for one of Britain's top drivers Mark Litchfield, for further information call 07967 159199.

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Formula Blue Kit Stolen    (02/03)

Click for larger image... Can you help Kaite and Adrian who have had all their karting kit stolen from a secure trailer storage unit on East Burton Road, Wool, Dorset sometime between 20th February and 1st March?
 
Kart details: 2014 Intrepid Kart (Raptor). 30mm frame. Formula Blue. T10 unique, quarter padded Tillett race seat. Flat bottomed & repaired. 2013 body kit and stickers. NKRA stickers & sponsor's stickers. Gold OTK wheels. Transponder - number 5239812. Non-standard water pump bands - interwoven. Intrepid floor tray. Intrepid yellow and black steering wheel. MyChron4 - Kaite Helps & Matt Helps as named drivers. Black plastic bumper.
 
Trailer details: Lynton Loadlugger 400 box trailer. Number plate was L7 MAH but can be easily removed.
 
Awning details: Unique. MOS branded blue, green and white awning. 2 sizes - suitable for 2 karts & 4 karts.
 
Other contents: Black 5 drawer Halfords Professional tool box - containing all sprockets, carbs, spares, chains. 2 blue boxes containing fluids. Black box containing all wet weather kit.
 
If you know about or hear of karting equipment matching this description Kaite and Adrian Helps would appreciate a call, their contact details are 01929 401313 or 07805 747628 (Adrian), and 07766934285 (Kaite) or email kaitehelps@gmail.com .

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Corbeau To Support Carter    (25/02)

Click for larger image... We are proud to announce that Corbeau Seats are to support Albert Carter and will join his list of of associate sponsors for 2015.
 
Iame Cadet driver Carter, who won the TVKC Championship in 2013, was 4th in the 2014 TVKC Winter series and was runner up in the 2014 Shenington Winter Series has a very busy season ahead and will contest the MSA British S1 Championship and the LGM National Championship during 2015, as well as selected Club races.
 
Click for larger image... Vic Lee, MD of Corbeau, commented, "This is a very new approach for us, and I am looking forward to being associated with Albert, watching him hone his skills, and developing his career. I believe Albert can go all the way to the top, he certainly has the racing edge and his off track personality is a sponsors dream. We see a very bright future together with him."
 
For over 30 years, Corbeau has been the leader in aftermarket seats for street, race, and offroad enthusiasts worldwide. With over 20 seat styles along with custom, direct bolt-in seat brackets, Corbeau is sure to have a seat to meet your needs. Corbeau seats are very affordable and are sure to enhance the overall look and driving experience of your vehicle. Once you sit in a Corbeau seat, you'll see why thousands customers  each and every year, choose Corbeau!
 
For further information on Corbeau Seats call 01424 854499.
 
Albert was quick to thank Vic Lee of Corbeau for the support and said "I'm really looking forward to this season and as usual will be giving it 100% for Corbeau and all of my sponsors who make this possible for me, thank you."
 
We would also like to say thanks to everyone and anyone who is giving Albert advice, help and support, it is appreciated.
 
You can keep up to speed with Albert's progress at his 3tc designed website - www.albertcarter.com - or his Facebook page at www.facebook.com/albert.carter.karting .

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Gold Spot For Danny    (25/02)

Click for larger image... Senior X30 Jade Kart Team driver Danny Keirle put in an impressive performance at last weekend's Whilton Mill race meeting. 
 
With 2 wins and a 5th place in the heats driving the new Gold Kart chassis Danny claimed the overall victory for the event.

The chassis performed excellently in all conditions over the weekend showing it's potential from a kart that won't break your bank account.
 
For more information on the New Gold Kart range please contact:
 
Magnum Motorsport on 01257 474419 or visit their website at www.magtune.com , or;
Jade Karts on 01295 678188 or visit their website www.jadekarts.co.uk .

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Lydd IKR Round 6    (24/02)

Click for larger image... The final round (R6) of the Winter Owner Driver Championship takes place on Sunday 8th March with practice available on Saturday 7th.  All the usual classes are catered for.
 
Race entries are taken up to and including Sunday morning with no late entry fee so there's no excuse for missing out!

Race entry for club members is £40, non members £45. Saturday practice for club members is £40 all day and non members for £45. The half day rate is £25 and £30.

Saturday's Bambino hour is from 9am to 10am and costs just £20.

 
Lydd Kart Circuit warmly welcomes you all to racing with a great atmosphere.
 
Further information is available on our website at  www.lyddkartcircuit.com  or call us on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895.

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Msport Wins Prestigious O Plate    (19/02)

Click for larger image... It has been a fantastic start to 2015 for Msport Karting, with the first major race of the year for the team yielding 1 champion and 1 runner up at the prestigious Dubai O Plate event.

The team was quick in all classes with Mohamed Al Habsi winning the Micro Max class, being all the more impressive as the young Oman national is only 8 years old and beat the regular drivers that are 2+ years older than him.

In Mini Max, Msport was again at the front throughout the event with Mohamed's older brother Shihab al Habsi finishing in 2nd place overall and literally on the bumper of the eventual winner. Shihab had some bad luck in qualifying which gave him an outside starting grid which on the sandy track was a big disadvantage. Nevertheless, he raced through to win one heat and finish 2nd in the other.Click for larger image...

In Jnr max, Msport was again at the sharp end with Khalid Al Wahabi. Khalid, in only his first full season of racing, again proved he is the one to watch going into the final half of the season. Following his Pole in Qualifying at the last national championship round, Khalid again raced in the front pack until a crash in Heat 2 stopped his progress. Khalid then showed in the Final his never-give-up attitude to start near the back of the grid, only to pick off the drivers one by one and complete the race in 8th position.

Team Msport are available to manage your team/driver internationally - we have experience all over the world having previously had success on the world stage winning the Asia-Pacific KF3 championship 2010, World U18 Championship 2011 and many national championships inc UAE and Africa.

Please feel free to contact us at anytime to discuss your requirements. Email info@teammsport.com or call us on +44 (0)1327 842778.

Msport Karting, Whilton Mill Kart circuit, Whilton Locks, Daventry, UK

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IKR Race At Llandow    (19/02)

The 2015 IKR season at Llandow kicks off on March 1st and we know it's going to be another great year.

No licence is required and with a great atmosphere, clean racing and 20 lap finals, we are continuing to put the fun back into karting!

All are welcome, practice will be available on Saturday from 1-5pm at the price of £25/kart, with Sunday race entry at £40/kart, which will include ample practice time in the morning.

Further details can be obtained from www.southwalesikr.co.uk or the South Wales Karting Centre office on 01446 795568.

South Wales Karting Centre is Wales' premier kart circuit location, only 20 miles west of Cardiff, off junction 35 of the M4.

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NFK/Rowrah Awning Space    (18/02)

Lane Racing have awning space available for all rounds of NKF and Rowrah championships.

We will supply power/air and have on-site tyre changing facilities. We also offer full Tonykart maintenance and pre-race preparation.

Karts can be jigged and aligned in our North East workshop.

Store your kart with us and let us prepare your kart and deliver to the next meeting!

For more information call Dave on 07958 783866 or email laneracing@live.co.uk .

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SYKC & Strawberry Racing    (16/02)

South Yorkshire Kart Club are pleased to announce that Strawberry Racing have confirmed that they will be supporting the club throughout the 2015 Championship.

Drivers in Rotax Senior, Junior and Mini Max classes that are members of SYKC will be entered in to a free tyre draw at every round, and the top three drivers at the end of the Championship in the Rotax classes will receive vouchers for 1st - £500, 2nd - £300, 3rd - £200.
 
We will also be running grids for Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior and Senior X30. Bambinos are also very welcome to attend.
 
So be sure to come and join us for some excellent racing and at a friendly club.

For more information on SYKC visit www.southyorkshirekartclub.co.uk .

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Privateer Trophies And Awards    (16/02)

The Super One promoters are delighted to announce that privateers will be awarded in the 2015 season ahead.  Trophies for the top privateer in each class championship will be presented and already Synergy have provided a new rolling chassis for the top IAME Cadet privateer.  Awards for the other classes will be announced in due course.

Singleton privateers who are not in a team awning should register with the promoter John Hoyle at the first round, to stake their claim for the new trophies and awards. Registering will not affect their eligibility for the top Rookie awards, given out at each round and at the end of season, which have their own amazing prizes.

To register and choose your competition number for the season and be eligible for the new trophies and awards go to http://superoneseries.com/registration/ .

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Vroom UK Magazine    (11/02)

Click for larger image... The Vroom UK February 2015 issue is out now!
 
Inside this monht's issue you'll find...

News:
Mondokart - News & previews
Your TKM Guide - Single piston ring for all
Rotax Max Beginners Tips - EVO Engines - Setting the record straight

Focus:
MSA Race 'n' Respect campaign
Guide to National-level racing costs
One to One - Rob Jones
Celebrity of the Month - Anthony Davidson

Special:
Autosport International show
Sportswear
Vintage - BHKC plans for 2015
2015 National & International Calendars
 
Race Reports:
Buckmore Park KC Winter Series Rd 1
Shenington KRC Winter Championship Rd 1
Trent Valley KC Winter Series Rd 2
 
Technical:
CIK-FIA Homologation 2015/2020 - Latest frames, brakes and bodywork Part 2

You can check out the preview on Issuu and buy the digital version on pocketmags.com or via the iTunes Newsstand at £1.99 (a 12 issue subscription is just £12.99).  Or get your hard copy  from  Dartford Karting .

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Team Race Engineer Vacancy    (10/02)

Due to expanding its operations one of the UK's leading International Kart Teams is looking for a Team Race Engineer.
 
Duties will include:
 
- Preparation of Karts for European, Super One and Club Meetings
- Preparation of Driver Training Karts
- Preparation and delivery of new karts
- Race Engineering to leading International Drivers at the European and Super One Championships
- Organisation of Company's Vehicles and Awnings for race meetings
 
Suitable applicants should have a thorough knowledge of kart racing at the highest level, have held a National A kart licence, be personable and comfortable when dealing with the general public, and self motivated with the ability to work unsupervised in the workshop, and hold a current car driving licence. The vacancy will be based in Buckingham but will include travel throughout the UK and Europe.
 
Please contact Gary Chapman on 01280 814774 or email protrain@karttraining.co.uk for further details and enclose your CV.

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Annual Trophies To Be Won    (05/02)

Saturday 28th of Feb/Sunday 1st of March is the first weekend of the Rissington calendar with practice on the Saturday followed by racing on the Sunday. It's fast approaching!

On this weekend there are two annual trophies to be won. For the 250cc class is the Dave Hockey Memorial Cup. Dave Hockey was a huge character in the sport is fondly remembered at the club.

The second trophy is the Madge Klaassen Memorial Trophy which is presented to the winning Novice driver from the Iame cadet class. Marge was a founder member of the club and always cared passionately for the younger drivers which is why this is awarded annually to a Novice Cadet.

The club championship also kicks off and this will be the first round for all the classes: Tyro, Jnr TKM, Snr TKM, TKM Clubman, Mini Max, Junior Max, Senior Max, 125 gearbox, Honda and Comer Cadets.

For more details and online entry visit the website www.rissykartclub.com .

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BPKC Winter Series    (04/02)

Round 2 (of 3) of the BPKC winter series takes place on Sunday 15th February with grids available for all non gearbox ABkC classes including Bambino and Junior Subaru.

With limited track time available at Buckmore, the winter series offers Super 1, LGM and other national championship competitors a chance to practice and race at the circuit before their series visits the venue later in the year. Practice is available on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th February.
  
Please contact Chris on 01634 661604 or 01634 201562, or email him on  chris@buckmore.co.uk for more details.

For more information on Buckmore Park visit www.buckmore.co.uk .

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Connor Hall Joins Strawberry    (03/02)

Click for larger image...Click for larger image... 2013 British Minimax Champion Connor Hall has joined Strawberry Racing for an attack on the British Senior Rotax Championship in 2015.

He will be competing in the Super 1 series along with the British 0 plate.

Connor tested with Strawberry racing at the PF International circuit last weekend to clear out the cobwebs, but after positive testing entered the Sunday race meeting.

Despite tricky Conditions Connor secured 2nd place for the prefinal amongst strong opposition.

Click for larger image... Click for larger image...At the start of the prefinal Connor was forced off the track and ended up back in 24th place. After rejoining the track he managed to fight his way back to 10th at the flag, recording the fastest lap.

In the Main Final he started 10th and this time managed to stay on the tarmac. After a steady first lap he soon carved his way through the field and with 5 laps to go he had a 2 second gap to close down the leader. Setting fastest lap after fastest lap he closed the gap and at the flag was a mere 0.18 seconds behind the eventual winner.

A great team performance by everyone at Strawberry Racing and a solid base to build from. Along with karting, Connor is finalising a deal with a local Sports investment company to enable him to take the next step into cars.

You can check out Connor on twitter @connorhallrace as well as www.connorhall.co.uk for updates.

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Lydd IKR    (30/01)

Click for larger image... The next round of Lydd's Winter Owner Driver Championship is happening soon!

Saturday practice is on 7th of February. Club members pay just £40 all day, or a half day rate of £25, with the Bambino Hour 9-10am for just £20.
 
Sunday 8th February is Race Day - Round 5.  Whilst many drivers in all classes are competing for the Winter Championship, we welcome new drivers to the sport and drivers returning to the grid to join us for one or more rounds within the Championship.  We run an efficient and friendly club and look forward to seeing you all soon.
 
The usual classes are catered for - Bambino, Clubman, Cadet (Honda, Comer, IAME), Junior Max, Mini Max, Junior Subaru, Prokart, Senior Rotax Max 162 & 177.
 
A club race entry form can be downloaded from the website, filled out in advance & handed in at sign-on, or via TrakEntries by following the link from our website (note, deadline for TrakEntries is the Wednesday prior to the event).
 
Race entry is accepted up to 9am on race day morning, so no excuses - come and have a great weekend's karting!
 
Further information is available on the Lydd website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com . You can also email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk  or call us on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895.

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Super One At PFI This Weekend    (27/01)

Visit PF International this weekend - 31st January/1st February - for an exciting Super One competition with prizes.
 
Registration time for the Super One is all the more easy at PFI. Just turn up and try the competition. Register for 2015 if you have not already.
 
John Hoyle, Matthew Snape and Emilia Hoyle will be there to explain all about the Super One, what's involved, what you get and the costs.
 
Alternatively register online, it's very easy - register now for 2015 Super One at http://superoneseries.com/registration .

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Mad-Croc Karting UK    (26/01)

2015 sees the arrival of Armando Filini's new Mad-Croc Kart. The Italian team manager, one of the most respected in international karting, presents Mad-Croc Karting. The brand strictly connected - by name, colours, and logo, to the partnering Mad-Croc energy drink that already serves as sponsor in different motorsport categories.
 
The team of professionals headed by Armando, is already very well established, having been extremely successful in the past years of racing around the world.
 
New Official UK importers Dan Stilp and Simon Parker from PPR Kart team are delighted to join the Mad-Croc family as Mad-Croc Karting UK.
 
Simon says: "After spending some time in the factory with Armando and seeing his passion for his new product and the dedication of his loyal staff make this really exciting times."

"The joining of forces with Dan and his huge experience and vast knowlegde of the sport, just make this new package a force to be reckoned with!"

 
The kart is available for all Rotax, Iame X30 classes and KZ.
 
If you are interested in trying the new kart please don't hesitate in contacting Dan Stilp on 07753 819511, Simon Parker on 07855 831921 or email pprkartteam@live.co.uk to arrange a test.

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Charity Kart Race At Buckmore    (26/01)

Come and enjoy a 2-Hour charity endurance Kart race at Buckmore Park, Kent on Sunday 12th April in aid of Parkinson's UK.
 
With the serious owner and hire kart championships starting to get underway this season this is a great opportunity for some fun in aid of a great cause, with all proceeds going directly to Parkinson's UK.
 
The event is an "arrive and drive" using Buckmore's Sodi RT8 390cc karts with all abilities welcome from beginners to experts. This is a great opportunity for all to show off their skills in these fantastic state of the art hire karts on the challenging Buckmore circuit.
 
Cost of the event is £240 per kart on the grid with team sizes of between 3-6 drivers. Format of the event is arrive at 11am, Safety briefing and a 20 minute practice session followed by a 2 hour race. Drivers must be a minimum of 16 years old, however if holding a current MSA Kart licence then 14 & 15 year old drivers are eligible (licences will be checked on signing in with a parent / guardian sign-on).
 
This is set to be a great family day with the usual fantastic facilities such as the restaurant and balcony areas, as well as a raffle and demonstration laps with a 250 Gearbox kart. Deposit of £40 can be made to secure your place on the grid!
 
Further information or to book your team in please contact Ray Thomas via email to ray.ramar@gmail.com .

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Starting Karting?    (21/01)

If you are just starting to get involved in Karting and looking into getting your MSA kart racing licence, then why not take your ARKS test at the UK's finest Karting facility - PF International.
 
Special Offer: Trent Valley Kart Club are pleased to offer each driver who passes their ARKS test at PFi a complimentary TVKC practice day!
 
ARKS packs are also available to buy from the Club at a cost of £60.
 
For more information or to book your ARKS test at PFi, simply contact arks@tvkc.co.uk .

More details can also be found on our website .

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HTR Racing    (21/01)

HTR Racing is proud to announce that they are now a Synergy Kart distributor.

Derrick Hardy team principal of HTR said: "We are proud to become a Synergy distributor, after watching the karts success in 2014 winning the Iame British Championship and National '0' Plate Championship with two different drivers we knew that this would be a great, well made and easy to work on kart to bring into the team. HTR will also be running the Honda Cadet chassis and look to be winning races straight away on the new kart.Click for larger image...
 
HTR will stock both the Iame and Honda karts along with a full list of Synergy spares.

Anyone interested in the chassis or spares please don't hesitate to contact Derrick on 07836 248459 or email derrick@htrracing.com .
 
HTR still have a couple of spaces left in the team for the 2015 season in their highly equipped race awning, with various different packages available to cater for all budgets in Super 1, NKF, PFI and Rowrah club meetings, contact Derrick for further information.

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Grice Racing Engines    (20/01)

For nearly 40 years, since 1976, Ricky Grice and his technical staff have supplied engines to British and National champions along with German Championships in KF2 and KF3 and have built up a long list of international podiums in all classes - so when you're sorting your kit out for the upcoming season, there is no better choice.
 
Much of the success has been with IAME engines, which as you will see from the results over the last season and this winter, is directly transferable to today's IAME X30 and Cadet engines. 
 
This is in addition to the fact that Grice Rotax engines are chosen by some of the most successful teams in the sport and have been for as long as the class has been in existence. The experience gained winning all these championships goes directly into the preparation of each individual engine. 
 
Combine this building and driving pedigree with the trackside support available means Grice offer a level of service that just isn't available anywhere else. 
 
Engines are individually prepared with the maximum attention to detail. Rotax or X30 rebuilds cost £355, and to be totally prepared you can also rent time on one of the most advanced karting dynos in the UK. A dyno power test is £90 and you can have your carb optimised with an ultrasonic set up for £60. 
 
Hiring one of these race-winning engines costs just £100 per day - a deal taken up by X30 Master International Champion Graham Hill. In addition Grice offer the option of paying yearly for engine hire in Rotax and saving money - Minimax costs £3500, Junior is £3750 and Senior is £4000, all with unlimited use. In cadet this cost is £2000, and X30 its variable dependant on how many races you use for.

All prices + vat.
 
If you have any questions or for further options please call the workshop to discuss, on 01268 727847 or 07768 047253.  You can also email ricky.grice@virgin.net and visit our website at Griceracingengines.com .

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Following In The Footsteps?    (20/01)

Click for larger image... 9 years old Ben Cochran has had a year to remember and collected another trophy last Saturday, this time at the Sharnbrook Hotel where he picked up the 2014 Martin Hines Trophy. Previous winners include Lewis Hamilton and Anthony Davidson, and Ben is hoping to follow the same career path.
 
Other notable achievements last year included being crowned the 2014 Iame Cadet Champion at Red Lodge, achieving 5 race wins along the way. Ben also finished 14th out of 79 drivers at the 2014 Stars Championship at Whilton Mill and 8th in the 2014 Hunts Kart Club Championship, as well as a race win at Ellough Park and being 1st place novice at both Kimbolton and Whilton Mill.
 
Ben is currently competing in the Winter series at PFI with SWRD, Kimbolton Championship and the Whilton Mill Championship, and Dad Johnny is currently in talks and seeking sponsorship with a national company with a view to doing the FKS Championship.
 
This summer season will see him racing in the Little Green Man championship with Simon Wright Racing and hopefully a few Super One rounds too. 

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Easykart UK Open Day    (19/01)

Click for larger image... If you are still deciding what your racing plans are for this year - have you considered Easykart?
 
For 2015 Easykart UK is self governing with its own exclusive Championship and its own free Easykart Racing licence.
 
Easykart features catagories Easykart Cadet from 7yrs to 13yrs, Easykart Junior from 11yrs to 16yrs, Easykart Senior Lights 16+ and Easykart Senior Masters 16+.
 
The Easykart UK Championship is dedicated to low cost racing, closely monitored engines and chassis with strict regulations in place with the emphasis on the drivers ability rather than "black magic engines" defined by the biggest cheque book!
 
The Easykart UK Championship does not allow racing teams or engine builders in it's paddock. Easykart UK have their own Official resident Championship driver coaches for Easykart drivers and Official techncial and engine trackside support services available.
 
The Easykart UK paddock features a free technical advice area and a dedicated spare parts truck at each round. There is also complimentry service area with work bench, air compressors, tyre fitting bay - everything a driver needs when racing their Easykart in our Championship.
 
Easykart UK are holding a free open day this Saturday at its factory near Birmingham where you can come and see the range of Easykarts and ask any questions about the Championship and the Easykart concept - you may be surprised!

Open Easykart Day - Entry free of charge
Where: ACR - Easykart UK Bromsgrove, Worcestershire B60 4DJ
When: Saturday 24th January 2015
Times : 10am til 4pm
Refreshments
Free parking!

On display will be the new Easykarts Cadet, Junior and Senior.


There will be introductory seminar of Easykart presentations at 11am and 2pm with Q&A's for newbies, covering racing equipment, how to join the Championship, how to book you free driver evaluation tests and how the Easykart UK Championship works.

Come and talk to us about how to get started in Easykart, what's involved, what you need and what you don't need!

An opportunity to possibly place your order and spec your new Easykart ready for the new 2015 season.

Easykart Shop - if you have purchased a used Easykart or if you are an existing Easykart owner an opportunity to come ask advice and pick up some spare parts ahead of the new season. Come and see our facilities, engine department, chassis department and spare part inventory. Come and talk everything and anything about Easykart from the people who know !

If you would like to attend please get in touch with us and register your attendance on 01527 889595 or email acraccounts@btconnect.com .

For more information visit www.easykart.co.uk .

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TKM Club Championship    (19/01)

Registrations have now opened for the three TKM Club Championships being run this year in the South, Midlands and North. Provisional regulations and full details together with registration forms are available on the Tal-Ko website at www.tal-ko.com
 
Junior, Extreme and Clubman classes will be run in all three areas subject to sufficient entries with plenty of interest being shown.
 
TKM Co-ordinator Grahame Butterworth says: "Our aim is to give our drivers the kind of close racing they want but without the need to travel too far or spend too much time away. This is cost-effective racing.
 
"We have included the Maxxis TKM Festival at Kimbolton in each area because it is a popular event with drivers all over the country and this will provide a double benefit for those drivers attending at no extra cost."
 
Registration closes at standard rate on March 2. Any questions please email interclub@tkmdriversclub.com .

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SSM Super One Awards    (15/01)

Click for larger image... Over two hundred guests enjoyed the SSM Super One 2014 Awards Ceremony and Dinner at the Coventry Hilton on Saturday 10th January, following the Autosport International Show earlier in the day when all the seeded drivers were presented with their awards by Britain's newest Formula 1 driver Will Stevens.

MSA Chief Executive Rob Jones presented the MSA  British Championship trophies, George Robinson the Rotax awards and Grahame Butterworth the TKM awards at the show, all compered by Henry Beaudette.  The top three and the top rookies in each class re-visited the podium at the glittering awards dinner, with all champions receiving a Koden helmet and either a TAG-Heuer timepiece or sunglasses.

The class national champions in TKM Extreme, Junior TKM, MiniMax, Junior Max, Senior Max and the three Rotax Rookie winners will all receive a fully paid up 2015 Super One season (Rotax winners had the option of a new Rotax engine). All the race entry fees, the registration fee, race and wet tyres and fuel costs will be covered for them thanks to the generosity of Tal-Ko for the TKM classes and JAG Engineering for the Rotax Classes.  The MSA British IAME Cadet champion receives a free entry to the X30 International race and the ABkC awards cheques to the value of over £16,000 from the generosity of the tyre suppliers and their importers. Promoter John Hoyle thanked all participants and sponsors for their support during a tremendous year of competition, where most of the titles went down to the last round, some to the last lap of the last final.

A selection of photographs, courtesy of Kartpix.net, can be viewed here: https://flickr.com/photos/23866471@N00/sets/72157649862118390 .

 
For all information and registrations for the 2015 season visit superoneseries.com .

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Super One Series & Vroom    (14/01)

Super One Series and Vroom UK magazine are delighted to announce that their successful partnership has been extended through to 2017.  Vroom UK is the primary outlet for the Super One news and race reports.

Vroom UK Managing Editor Salvatore Murtas said: "In Super One we've found a vibrant, dynamic and forward looking partner. Our partnership has been extremely beneficial to the promotion of Karting not only in the UK, but also in Europe, thanks to the high competition level the Super One Series continues to produce year after year. Being one of the most highly regarded feeder series to international Karting, producing some of the best talents in motorsport, we are very proud to have the opportunity to make the collaboration with the Super One Series an even stronger one."

 
The Super One Series is now in its 32nd year having been founded in 1983 and is the longest standing national motorsport championship in the U.K.  It is the only championship authorised to host the British and National short circuit kart class championships and award the seeded numbers 1 - 10.

Promoter John Hoyle said: "The partnership with Vroom in 2014 has proved to be a big boost for our championship and offers wide and high quality media coverage, benefitting our many competitors, teams and sponsors.  I am delighted that we are partnered through to 2017."

 
For further details or on-line registration visit superoneseries.com .

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Rotax Max Evo Engines    (13/01)

Following careful consideration of the situation JAG Engineering have made the decision to delay the introduction of both EVO engines and the associated EVO accessories until further notice but not before 2016.

This follows in depth discussions with the ABkC, the MSA and the BRP-ROTAX factory. The consensus of opinion being that for maintained stability of the Rotax classes in the UK the best solution was to continue to supply the existing range of engines, accessories and spare parts for use in the coming year.

All existing components and engines have been confirmed as available for supply from BRP-ROTAX for 2015.

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Shenington Winter Series    (09/01)

Shake off the winter blues and join the Shenington KRC Winter 100 Series commencing on Sunday 18 January.
 
The 3 round series that begins in earnest 18 January will be followed by meetings on 15 February and 15 March, and will also count towards the main club championship.
 
Club members prepay only £135 for 3 races.  There's Saturday practice plus Friday 13 March available too.
 
X30 Junior / Senior very welcome.
 
Go to www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk and visit our 'Forms' page for details.

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2014 TKM S1 Winners    (08/01)

The winners of last year's TKM S1 National Championships will this week receive a £2750 boost for their 2015 season with free racing in this year's championships.
 
Joe Forsdyke, who won the Senior Extreme TKM title and Arran Mills who won the Junior TKM title, will each receive their valuable prizes at the Autosport International Show at the NEC and then later at the championship's prize giving event.
 
Each driver will be given free registration, free entry fees, seven sets of dry tyres, one set of wet tyres and race fuel for the 2015 S1 series within the Formula TKM classes.
 
The awards have been made possible thanks to the increased backing of Tal-Ko Racing with further backing from the Super One organisers. In addition, as usual Tal-Ko will be handing out cheques to the second to eighth placed drivers in each class.
 
Commenting on the awards Tal-Ko Racing's Alan Turney said: "We wanted to give the awards and TKM at S1 an extra boost and we feel that by taking this step we really underline the support we give to our drivers."

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Super One Awards @ ASI    (07/01)

Click for larger image... Will Stevens, Britain's latest Formula 1 race driver, will join representatives from the MSA, JAG Engineering, Tal-Ko, ACR and the ABkC to hand out the glittering array of 2014 SSM Super One trophies and awards.  The ceremony will take place on the Super One stand 6410 at Autosport International at the NEC Birmingham on Saturday 10th January.

Class champions in TKM and Rotax plus Rotax Rookies will be awarded with a free entry to the 2015 Super One (or alternative of a new Rotax Engine for Rotax winners), the MSA British IAME Cadet champion receives a free entry to the X30 International race and the ABkC awards cheques to the value of over £16,000 from the generosity of the tyre suppliers and their importers Anderson CSK with Dunlop, JAG Engineering with Mojo, Tal-Ko with Maxxis and Zipkart with Bridgestone. All class winners will also be awarded a Koden carbon fibre helmet and a prize from TAG-Heuer.  The Series wishes to thank all 2014 sponsors especially headline partner Stevenage Sheet Metal.
 
The awards ceremony for the Rotax Classes and Honda Cadet will take place at 1pm, and the MSA KZ1 and IAMECadet, TKM and KGP classes at 3pm.  Thereafter the prestigious Awards Dinner will be held at the Hilton Coventry Hotel in the evening.
 
Please do come along to talk to us about competing in the Super One Series with any questions you have, full registration details are on here: http://superoneseries.com/registration/   The Friday format is now six ten minute sessions of practice and over Saturday and Sunday there will be a six minute Timed Qualifying session then two ten minute heats, a fifteen minute plus one lap pre-final and a Grand Final also of fifteen minutes plus a lap per class.

 

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BPKC Winter Series    (07/01)

Round 1 (of 3) of the BPKC winter series kicks off on Sunday 18th January with grids available for all non gearbox ABkC classes including Bambino and Junior Subaru.

With limited track time available at Buckmore, the winter series offers Super 1 and other national championship drivers a chance to practice and race at the circuit before they visit later in the year.  Practice is available on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th January.
 
Just a reminder that an extra open practice day has been arranged on Sunday 11th January between 10 am and 4 pm for all non gearbox ABkC classes.  The day will be run in sessions and medical cover will be provided.  The costs are £55 for non members and £50 for BPKC members per kart.
 
Please contact Chris on 01634 661604 or 01634 201562 or email him on chris@buckmore.co.uk .

For more information on Buckmore Park visit www.buckmore.co.uk.

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S1 Award Free Season's Racing    (07/01)

Super One organisers are delighted to announce that the class national champions in TKM Extreme, Junior TKM, MiniMax, Junior Max, Senior Max and the three Rotax Rookie winners will all receive a fully paid up 2015 Super One season (Rotax winners have the option of a new Rotax engine).

All the race entry fees, the registration fee, race and wet tyres and fuel costs will be covered for them thanks to the generosity of Tal-Ko for the TKM classes and JAG Engineering for the Rotax Classes.

The deserving recipients for these awards, which are worth over £2500 are:

TKM Extreme: Joe Forsdyke
Junior TKM: Arran Mills
MiniMax: Dean MacDonald
Junior Max: Sandy Mitchell
Senior Max: Joseph Reilly
MiniMax Rookie: Jonathan Hoggard
Junior Max Rookie: Lucas Vaus
Senior Max Rookie: Pierce Lehane
 
These awards will continue through 2015 and beyond, so this is a prize very much worth aiming for during the season, whether experienced TKM or Rotax competitor or a Rotax Rookie first timer.  The Super One offers excellent value for money, probably the best of any similar national or international series and all details are on superoneseries.com .  Don't delay, register online today!
 
The awards will be presented by Will Stevens, Caterham Formula One driver, on Saturday 10th January at the NEC Autosport International Racing Car Show, Stand 6410 and again at the glittering awards evening.

For more information visit the website at www.superoneseries.com .

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LT Motorsport    Click for larger image... (06/01)

LT Motorsport enjoyed another successful year in 2014 with race wins, fastest laps, pole positions and a couple of Championships to add to our already impressive track record.

As well as continuing to offer support for all of the Rotax classes, LT Motorsport will also be supporting the X30 class, which has been increasing in popularity during 2014 and is sure to be a great class to race in this year.  We will also be supporting the Bambino & Cadet classes to help develop younger drivers.

 
Click for larger image... LT Motorsport offers a range of track support options to suit all drivers from our large heated awning at Whilton Mill, Kimbolton and 177 Interclubs rounds.

Click for larger image... We also provide kart preparation and kart storage at our professional workshop, as well as engine servicing and engine rebuilds using our in-house Dyno facility.

 
With 2015 now upon us, the team are gearing up for another great year!

For more information on our services, race team and driver coaching contact LT Motorsport at
ltmotorsport@gmail.com or on 07921 079766.

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Lydd IKR    (06/01)

Race day is here again - Round 4 of our 2014/2015 Winter Championship - Sunday 11th January.
 
Usual classes catered for - Bambino, Clubman, Cadet (Honda, Comer, IAME), Junior Max, Mini Max, Junior Subaru, Prokart, Senior Rotax Max 162 & 177.
 
Saturday practice £45 Non Members, £40 Club Members and same for Race Entry. 
 
Club race entry form can be downloaded from the website, filled out in advance & handed in at sign on, or via TrakEntries, follow link from website (note, deadline for TrakEntries is Wednesday prior event).
 
Entries are also accepted up to 9.00am race day morning, so no excuse, come and have a great weekend's karting.
 
Further information is available on the Lydd website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com or call 01797 321747/01797 321895.

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TKM Engine Legality    (06/01)

As you should be aware from the TKM 2015 Regulations and 2015 BT82 Engine Fiche, some small but very important changes have been made to help cut out the cheating that was discovered last year concerning engine ports from one engine builder.

In particular it is pointed out that the permitted inlet port opening amount has been reduced fractionally from 22.00 to 21.90mm. This will not cause any problems on engines fitted with the normal standard 15 thou cylinder base gasket or engines fitted with more than one cylinder base gasket. However on engines running with just one 10 thou cylinder base gasket it might fractionally make the engine illegal.

So with the first events of the year already coming up please do ensure that your engine will be legal. If in any doubt, and your engine is being used at present with just one single 10 thou cylinder base gasket we strongly advise that you replace it with one single 15 thou cylinder base gasket which should make it legal.

We further remind drivers that our offer of free checking of engines for any illegal modifications to the barrel runs to the end of January 2015. Up to that date if we find your engine has illegally modified ports we will give you the option of replacements at 40% discount. Such checks can only be carried out at our premises in Sandy, Bedfordshire.

For more information visit www.tal-ko.com .

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S1 Returns To Rissington    (05/01)

Rissington Kart Club is delighted to be chosen again to host a round of the 2015 Super One series.
 
This round will be on the second weekend, the 7th to 9th of August. It will include the following classes:
- Mini Max
- Junior Max
- Senior Max
- Honda
- KGP
 
By hosting this round, it will allow the club to continue making improvements to the track and facilities, which will benefit the racing experience for all of our Club members who race all year round as well as any visiting drivers.
 
Racing at Rissington runs from March to October and is on the first weekend of the month. As per normal practice and set up testing on the Saturday with racing consisting of three heats and a Final on the Sunday. Classes represented are: Comer, Honda, Iame, Tyro, Mini, Junior and Senior Max, Junior and Senior TKM, 125 and 250 Gearbox.
 
Rissy enjoys a large, open paddock area which means there is plenty of room to pit. Access to set up is available from Friday afternoon and staying overnight for the weekend is free!
 
For more info about the track, facilities and club forms see our temporary website at www.rissykartclub.com.

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