Latest News... 7/22/2010 -- Letter From The President
Please read the latest Letter from the President by clicking on/hovering over
the NEWS button to your left. There is some very important news about the
last points race of the season, registration, and NCK staffing.
We hope to see you at Buttonwillow in 3 weeks!
7/8/2010 -- Letter From The President
Please read the latest Letter from the President by clicking on/hovering over
the NEWS button to your left. Our President shares his thoughts on the RRGN
event.
If you haven't done so already, make sure you check our latest poll and
vote accordingly. NCK's final points race of the year will take place
at Buttonwillow on August 14th. It is the last points race of the year,
but it is not the last race of the year. Stay tuned for details regarding
the 5th Annual Western States Road Race Classic to be held at Infineon in
November.
7/7/2010 -- Pictures From The RRGN Event
Make sure you check out all of the pictures from the Road Race Grand Nationals.
Click HERE.
NCK would like to thank Jerry Imboden of Kart Art for coming down to the RRGN
event and taking some great pictures!
7/4/2010 -- Road Race Grand Nationals Results
Official results from the Road Race Grand Nationals are now online.
Please click the links below in order to see them. Remember to click
"Show results by class" in order to see individual class results.
NCK would also like to wish you a fun and safe 4th of July!
7/2/2010 -- Thank You From NCK
NCK would like to thank all of you who attended the Road Race Grand Nationals
event. There was some intensely close racing in many classes and many well-earned
Duffys.
NCK would like to give special thanks to all of the volunteers that made this
event possible.
Results will be posted soon. Stay tuned!
6/27/2010 -- RRGN BBQ and Raffle
The Potluck BBQ will be held at 7pm on Thursday night at the BBQ pit next to
Kerry Matthews' motor home (RV Spot #W8). See the RV Map
for an exact location.
Dinner starts at 7pm with the raffle at 8pm. Raffle tickets are 6 for $5. A good
time is sure to he had by all, so come on over.
6/26/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 26th
All competitors must have a copy of the IKF tech manual in their
pits! This is a very commonly overlooked rule. See 106.3 for
full details.
6/25/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 25th
Every kart must have a chain guard. Please review 105.2.1.13 for details.
6/24/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 24th
Low top shoes are not safe or legal for racing. For specifics,
please refer to 105.1.6.3.3
6/23/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 23rd
Competitors of classes that require a battery to be carried on board the kart
should review 105.7
6/22/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 22nd
Head tucking (looking down at the steering wheel while on straightaways)
or slouching down in the seat to gain an aerodynamic advantage is illegal. 307.1
6/21/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 21st
Tires are open in ICE classes, but rear wheels must have beadlocks inside
and out. Only one set is allowed for a 2 20min heat event. See
304.4.2 for full details.
For the classes that allow it (sprint shifters), the maximum fairing
width is 15.00". 306.9.3 and 306.9.5
6/20/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 20th
For the classes that allow it (sprint shifters), the maximum fairing
width is 15.00". 306.9.3 and 306.9.5
6/19/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 19th
For sprint classes, the rear edge of the seat may not extend past
rear edge of the rear axle. 307.2
6/18/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 18th
For you ICE drivers, please review rule 302.3.4 which covers
rear wing rules and limits.
6/17/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 17th
For all sprint classes, the rear lip of the seat must be a minumum
of 14" off of the ground. See rule 307.1 for clarification. While
checking the seat, also note the minimum seat back angle (rule 307.4).
6/16/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 16th
Affordable cameras have made their way on to the karting scene and
are now extremely popular. Make sure you follow the rules for mounting
them properly! 105.1.6.3.8
6/15/2010 -- Letter From The President
Please check out the latest Letter from the President by hovering over/clicking on
the NEWS button to your left. There's some important information about the Road
Race Grand Nationals in two weeks, so read up! We'll see you there.
6/15/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 15th
Drivers of laydown karts should review rule 302.11.5 (cockpit specs).
6/14/2010 -- Spec Fuel for the RRGNs
The spec fuel for the Road Race Grand Nationals will be the Sunoco
100 unleaded and 110 leaded from the track pumps only.
Classes that must run the 100 octane gasoline: ALL TaG, Rotax, and World Formula Briggs. All other
classes are required to run the 110 octane gasoline.
Permitted oils: Redline Synthetic, Maxima 927, Burris Hi-Rev Castor
Oil ratios: 6-8oz/gallon with a 4oz/gallon minimum in the Rotax classes.
All karts will be tested for fuel (includes comparison to color sample and dip test)
6/14/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 14th
Engine cases in the Super Stock CR125 classes must be stock. The use of
modified cases (legacy cases) is no longer legal (and has not been legal since the end of 2008). 657.12
6/13/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 13th
ICE karts have a minimum wheelbase of 42" and a maximum wheelbase of 46". 304.1.1
6/12/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 12th
For sprint karts, maximum rear track width is 55 1/8". As you are tuning the chassis'
rear end grip, make sure that you do not exceed 55 1/8". 201.3.1
6/11/2010 -- Daily Tech Tip, June 11th
The maximum height of the kart is 26". For most, this will be the top of the driver's
fairing. If you have your MyChron pickup mounted to the top of the fairing, be aware
that the MyChron is included in the 26" maximum. 112.2
6/10/2010 -- Daily Tech Tips
As has been stated many times before, at big races the winner is often determined
in post-race Tech. Until the start of the Road Race Grand Nationals, we'll be posting
daily "gotchas" for common and easy things that are often overlooked.
Today's tip: Number panels and numbers are a tech item. Make sure that yours comply. 306.8
6/9/2010 -- IMPORTANT RRGN ANNOUNCEMENT!
Please click this link to read an important
announcement about the Road Race Grand Nationals event that will take place at the
end of this month.
Please see the RRGN Page for full details and an updated
racing schedule.
6/7/2010 -- Get Your RRGN T-Shirts While They Last! NCK has a limited supply of this
year's Road Race Grand Nationals T-shirt. It is a super nice shirt and a great souvenir
for all of you RRGN competitors and your family/friends, too! Click the image to your
left to see a detailed image of what the front of the shirt will look like. The shirt
is off-white and is available in all sizes. RRGN competitors may order shirts when
submitting their entry form (see our RRGN Web Page for entry form)
or contact Don Pierce.
5/30/2010 -- Letter From The President
Please read the latest "Letter from the President" by hovering over/clicking on
the NEWS button the your left. There is wrap-up of this weekend's race at Buttonwillow
as well as information about the Road Race Grand Nationals.
5/30/2010 -- Unofficial Buttonwillow Results! Unofficial results from this weekend's Buttonwillow race (NCK Round 3)
are now available via mylaps.com. Please CLICK HERE.
Remember to click "Show results by class" to see individual class results.
Official resuls and updated points will be posted soon.
5/30/2010 -- An Excellent Day At Buttonwillow!
NCK would like to thank all of you that came out to support our Buttonwillow
event yesterday. We had great weather, some intensely close racing, and
made sure that the paramedics were bored.
Unofficial results will be posted soon. Please stay tuned.
5/19/2010 -- Series Points Online/Buttonwillow Next Weekend
Points standings after NCK Round 2 @ Thunderhill are now available. Please click on/hover over
the POINTS button to your left.
We're only a week away from our next stop which will take place at Buttonwillow Raceway. This is
the "tune up" race for the Road Race Grand Nationals, so come out and get your setup dialed in.
Even if you aren't going to attend the RRGNs, just come out and have a good time. The weather
forecast is looking great!
5/19/2010 -- Important Note About Fairings!
At the Thunderhill race, 2 Super Stock CR125 karts were observed to have the Hegar style "bubble"
fairing with an added piece at the bottom that was cut from a CIK fairing. NCK has checked with the
head of the IKF Road Race committee for clarification on the legality of this setup.
NOTE: Either the CIK fairing or the Hegar style "bubble" fairing is allowed, but not some
of both. NO TAPE is allowed at the bottom of the fairing.
Please bring your questions to the next race and talk to Roger Miller or the Tech Director.
5/18/2010 -- Are You Ready For Buttonwillow?
NCK Round 3 @ Buttonwillow is less than 2 weeks away. This is the
perfect "tune up" race for the Road Race Grand Nationals next month.
Get your setup dialed in and come have some fun at this great facility.
It is technical, fast, and the weather should be nice (a little hot, but
it beats rain!). We hope to see you there!
5/3/2010 -- Letter From The President
Please read the latest letter from NCK President Mark Morrison. Hover
over or click on the NEWS button to your left. There is
important information our next race as well as information about
the Road Race Grand Nationals. We hope to see you at both events!
5/3/2010 -- Thunderhill Results Coming Soon
UNOFFICIAL results from NCK Round 2 @ Thunderhill are now available. Please click
HERE. Remember
to click "Show results by class" to see inividual class results. These results
are UNOFFICIAL. Official results will be posted after reviewed by NCK Scoring.
5/2/2010 -- Thunderhill Results Coming Soon
It was a great day of racing under beautiful sunny skies at Thunderhill Raceway Park yesterday.
Thanks to all who came out to support the event. Unofficial results will be posted soon.
4/26/2010 -- Thunderhill Race On Saturday!
It's been a long and wet winter and spring, but the weather forecast for Saturday's Thunderhill
race looks stellar! Remember that this is NCK's only stop at Thunderhill this year
and we need support for this event if we wish to return to Thunderhill in 2011.
Get those entries in and avoid the hassle of late fees and added race day stress!
4/13/2010 -- Letter from the President
Please read the latest Letter from the President. It is available by hovering over/clicking on
the NEWS button to your left. The letter contains a lot of important information about our
next race at Thunderhill, the Grand Nationals, and Superkart event at Laguna Seca in September.
4/4/2010 -- RRGN Class Sponsors Wanted
NCK is looking for class sponsors for the 2010 IKF Road Race Grand Nationals.
This is a terrific way for an invidividual or business to be part of the premiere
2010 road race event. Please contact Mark Morrison,
Jim White, or
Don Pierce for more information.
3/18/2010 -- Looking Ahead To Thunderhill!
We're about 6 weeks away from our next race. NCK Round 2 will take place
at famed Thunderhill Raceway Park. As a reminder, NCK has a new mentor program
in place this year. Check the FORMS section to your left.
Thunderhill is an ideal track for first-time road racers.
It is fast, easy to learn, but it has technical corners like the infamous
"cyclone" that make it a difficult track to master. Remember that your efforts
as a mentor help is rewarding, helps the club, and benefits you personally
in the form of a free "All You Can Race" entry.
2/20/2010 -- Road Race Grand Nationals Site Is Open!
The Road Race Grand Nationals section of the site is now open. Please
click the RRGN SITE (at the bottom) button to your left. We are opening
the site early so that everyone can get as much information as possible
about the event. NCK is working hard to make it a truly memorable one.
Please check the RRGN Home Page frequently for
updates.
2/16/2010 -- Action Banner Updated!
The action banner at the bottom of the page has been updated with pictures
from round 1 at Infineon. The link to the full gallery of Infineon pics is
right above the banner. Kart Art is NCK's official club photographer. Please
support Kart Art and all of NCK sponsors.
2/14/2010 -- Unofficial Results From InfineonUnofficial results from NCK Round 1 @ Infineon are now posted! Please
click this link.
Remember to click "Show results by class" to see individual class results. Races 1
and 2 were combined and are listed as "Race 2".
REMINDER: These results are unofficial. NCK Scoring will post official results soon.
2/14/2010 -- Thanks from NCK
The season is off to a good start! After the fog burned off, all I can say is “WOW!”.
You could not have asked for better day weather wise. Once the track dried off I kept
hearing how fast it was. I tried to stop by each pit and thank you for coming. If I
missed you, I would like to say "Thank you!" for making the event a success. Special
thanks go out to all of the long-haul racers from Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and Southern
California. We had several Novices out for the first time and I’m sure they still have
smiles on their faces.
NCK will open the Grand Nationals site on February 19th. We are pulling out all of the stops to
make this truly a Grand Nationals that you won’t forget.
Our next race will be on May 1st at Thunderhill. In a couple of weeks, we will post information
on how we are going to implement self Pre-Tech.
Unoffical results will be posted soon. Please stay tuned.
Mark Morrison
NCK President
2/11/2010 -- No Late Fees For Infineon
NEWS FLASH! NCK is waving the registration LATE FEES for Infineon, so all of you that are sitting on the fence
need to come out and join us!
With just a few days to until the start of the season, I hope you all are ready for some good racing!
NCK will be trying some new things this year to see if we can make your day a little easier at the track.
First, you will be getting your drivers packet in the mail if you pre-entered and have your arm bands. We are
going to have a person come by each racers pit area. You will then be required to sign the waver sheet.
If you have any minors, the minor wavier form must be filled out correctly. This applies to all
minors in the paddock area.
Those who entered late will need to go to Registration and pick up your stuff their. The arm band must be on your
left arm and visible at all times. Anybody entering the hot pits area must show the arm band to the
Official at the gate. Please: Nochildren in the Hot Pit area.
I would like you all to review the NCK policies and rules listed in the FORMS section of this web site.
Beginning at Thunderhill, we will implement a self pre-tech. All karts will be required to go through normal
Pre-Tech before your first outing of the season. All novices will go thru Pre-Tech at every race until
they have received their red IKF card.
I hope see you all at Infineon.
Mark Morrison
NCK President
2/8/2010 -- Weather for Infineon Looks Good!!
It looks like the weather gods are once again smiling upon us for the Infineon
event. According to weather.com, accuweather.com, weatherforyou.com, and weatherbug.com,
we are going to have a sunny day.
2/6/2010 -- Register Soon / Infineon Weather
One of the best ways to save money while racing is to register on time! Online
registration is easier, cheaper, and makes for a lot less stress on race day morning.
Please see the Online Race Registration instructions by clicking on/hovering over the
REGISTRATION button.
Lots of you are waiting to see if rain will come for the Infineon race. With 7 days
to go, accuweather.com and weatherforyou.com are predicting sunshine.
As a reminder, if Infineon is declared a wet event and you do not wish to race in
the rain, you may roll your entry over to the round #2 at Thunderhill. You must be
present at the track to roll your entry over. So, mount up those rain tires. It is
the best way to ensure that it will be a sunny day!
2/1/2010 -- Please Support The Infineon Event
Fellow Karters,
NCK is a non-profit member-based organization. We strive to provide a venue for road races in the west.
We do our best to keep prices as low as we can considering the rising costs associated with renting
tracks and the lack of prime dates that we receive. We are scheduled to race on Saturday, February 13th at
Infineon. We currently lack enough entries to even come close to covering a portion of the expenses.
Unfortunately, our bank account is not infinite. There is no bailout coming for kart road racing. We
either make it or we don't. Without the support of the racers, our current four race series could be significantly
impacted by a poor turnout for this first race. The current forecast shows no rain on Saturday although
that is still 12 days away. The track charges us regardless of whether we race in the rain or not.
The bottom line is this: We must be able to cover expenses or we can fold the tent and find another hobby.
You, the racers, are the only ones who can decide our fate. Remember that pre-registration will close early,
so avoid the late fees.
Thank you,
Mark Morrison, President NCK
The NCK Board
1/27/2010 -- NCK 2010 Mentor Program
Details about the new Mentor Program have been posted and are available in the FORMS
section of the. Please hover over/click on FORMS to find the document. The program
represents a great way to be rewarded for bringing a new road racer to NCK.
1/26/2010 -- IKF Rule Updates Are Official
Yesterday's IKF board meeting concluded with the passing of the proposed changes
to the Super Stock CR125 clasess. Please check the IKF web site HERE
for full details. Quick Summary: The RLV R4 and RCE T3
are now legal. The RLV R2 remains legal and will run with a 10 lb weight break.
Aftermarket reeds are allowed. Again, please see the IKF site for official wording.
1/19/2010 -- New NCK Business Directory is Online!
NCK's new Business Directory is now online. Click the BUSINESS DIR button
to your left. Please make an effort to support all of NCK's sponsors. Their
contributions to the club help make it better for you, The Racer.
1/13/2010 -- Registration For Infineon Is OPEN!
Registration is now open for the February 13th Infineon race! This is an NCK
points race (round 1 of 4). Please hover over/click on the REGISTRATION button
to your left. Online registration is super easy and allows you to enter events
all year (RRGNs excluded) using just a username and password. A mail-in entry
form is also available to your left via the REGISTRATION button.
1/12/2010 -- Letter From The President
Please read the first 2010 Letter from the President. The letter is available
by hovering over/clicking on the NEWS button to your left. The letter contains
information about this year's BOD members, a new "race for free"
promotion, and other good information. See you at Infineon in 4 weeks!
1/11/2010 -- Membership Renewal Instructions
Instructions have been posted on how to renew your NCK membership and choose
your kart number for the year. Please hover over/click on the REGISTRATION
button to your left and choose "2010 Membership Renewal".
1/8/2010 -- 2010 Membership and Permanent Numbers
Don't forget to register for your NCK Membership and kart number. The online
registration is open. Click HERE to
go to the online registration site. Numbers will go fast, so don't miss out on your number for the year.
No duplicate numbers will be allowed. Having a number last year does not guarantee
that you'll have it this year. So go to the online registration site and get it!
1/4/2010 -- Pending IKF Rule Changes
The next IKF Board of Directors meeting will take place on January 23rd-24th.
The hot possible rule change involves the addition of the RLV R4 pipe to the
Super Stock CR125 classes. Changes to IKF rules are normally enacted 30 days
after the change is passed. However, NCK will immediately act on any rules
changes from the next IKF BOD meeting.
In short, we are doing our best to ensure that there are no mid-season rule
changes for any of our classes.
1/1/2010 -- Happy New Year/New Poll Question
NCK would like to wish you all a Happy New Year!
A new poll question has been posted. Please click the CURRENT POLL button
to your left. Remember: NCK relies strongly on feedback from its members
and racers. Everyone in the club has a voice and it is up to you to not be
silent.
12/29/2009 -- Official 2010 Racing Schedule Is Available
Please click the SCHEDULE button to your left to have a look at NCK's official
racing schedule for the 2010 season. Note that in 2010, there will only be an
IKF points series. Although the points series for 2010 consists of only 4 races,
the Road Race Grand Nationals and 2-day event at Infineon add 5 additional days
of racing to the calendar.
12/25/2009 -- Happy Holidays From NCK
NCK would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday season and a Happy New
Year! We hope that your stockings are filled with karting goodies.
12/17/2009 -- Letter From The President
Please hover over/click on the NEWS button to your left to view the latest
letter from NCK President Mark Morrison. 2010 fee structures are announced
in it as well as some important information about the future of NCK.
12/16/2009 -- 2010 Schedule/Track Survey
The 2010 NCK schedule is now online. Please click the SCHEDULE button to your left.
Most of the dates are confirmed, but NCK is working to possibly obtain more race
dates.
Because of the high cost of track rental, each club race requires a minimum of 150 entries
in order to break even. NCK is seeking input from you, the club members and racers,
about your willingness to attend races on alternate dates. NCK is looking to make informed
decisions before commiting to race dates. Please take the raceday survey that is available to your left by clicking the CURRENT POLL button.
12/10/2009 -- Letters from NCK Members
A new section of the site, Letters from NCK Members, is now online. This section will feature
letters from members regarding racing experiences on and off the track. If you would like to walk
us through your last race or have a memorable moment to share, please send it in! Please click
on the LETTERS button to our left.
Our first letter is from NCK Member John Stafford. As many know, John received the 2009
Jeff Edwards award and has a few thoughts to share with us all.
12/2/2009 -- New Poll Question
NCK is looking for feedback from members regarding the issue of having a "throw away" race as part
of the NCK points championship. A "throw away" race is a race whose result is not included in the
calculation of final season points. Please click the WEEKLY POLL button to your left and place your vote.
There were no "throw away" races this year. If you liked or did not like that format, let us know.
12/2/2009 -- Letter From The President
Please read the latest "Letter from the President". It is available to your left by hovering over/clicking on
the "NEWS" button. There is some good information about next year's schedule, this year's winners, how NCK pursues
race dates, and a note about the untimely passing of Larry Kurpiewski.
12/2/2009 -- Infineon Action Banner
The action banner from the Western States Road Race Classic is now posted. Please see the bottom
of this page. Thank you to Jerry Imboden @ Kart Art
for supplying the pictures. Please see the link below for access to the full gallery of Infineon
pictures.
11/29/2009 -- Results From Infineon
Results from the Western States Road Race Classic at Infineon are
now available. Please click HERE.
11/29/2009 -- Thank You From NCK
NCK would like to say "Thank you!" to all racers who attended yesterday's 4th Annual Western States Road Race Classic
and awards banquet. UNOFFICIAL results will be available soon. Please stay tuned for more news.
11/21/2009 -- One Lap Around Infineon
Please watch the video below for a lap around Infineon raceway. This prestigous track
is a favorite among racers due to its technical corners, high speeds, and ample passing
opportunities. Note: Standing starts have been replaced with rolling starts.
11/20/2009 -- Class Champions Page
Please visit the Class Champions page HERE. You will
find a listing of all NCK and IKF class champions for the 2009 season. NCK would like
to congratulate the champions of each class in addition to all of the racers who helped
make 2009 another great year of NCK road racing!
11/19/2009 -- Final Points Standings
Final points standings for the IKF and NCK season have been posted. Please click on or
hover over the POINTS button to your left. As many of you know, the NCK and IKF series
are two independent series that are run at the same time. This year, the IKF series consisted
of all of the races except Willow Springs. The NCK series included all of the
races. Congratulations to all championship winners! We'll hopefully see you again in 2010
and don't forget to come to Infineon in 9 days!
11/16/2009 -- OFFICIAL Results From Thunderhill OFFICIAL results from NCK Round 6 @ Thunderhill are now posted. Please hover over/click on
the RESULTS button to your left. The Thunderhill race was the last NCK and IKF points race of
the year. Final points standings will be posted shortly.
Please be sure to join NCK for the 4th annual Western States Road Race Classic at Infineon on
November 28th. This is a non-points race (no NCK points, no IKF points). This is simply a
terrific event at a world-class facility to close out the 2009 road race season. The day will end
with the 2009 NCK Awards Banquet. Registration is open! Hover over or click on the REGISTRATION
button to your left. As a reminder, registering online is easier, faster, and cheaper!
11/16/2009 -- Action Banner From Thunderhill
The action banner from round 6 @ Thunderhill is now posted at the bottom of this page.
Jerry Imboden @ Kart Art is the official NCK club photographer. He attends all NCK events
in an effort to provide top quality photos to the racers. Please support Kart Art and the
other NCK sponsors.
11/11/2009 -- Weekly Poll
In an effort to obtain feedback from racers and spectators, we are trying out a weekly poll.
Please click on the WEEKLY POLL button to your left. Poll data will be used to help the
club make decisions about events. All poll responses are logged. Please vote only once and
choose the answer that best matches your feelings on the question. Future question ideas can be
submitted to the webmaster
Registration is open for the final NCK event of the year (The Western States Road Race Classic) at Infineon
Raceway. Register online (click on/hover over) the REGISTRATION button to your left. Registering online is
easy and takes only a few minutes. For those of you who still prefer paper, there is a mail-in entry form,
too. Several classes have been added to the event. Please check
the race day schedule for details (also available via the REGISTRATION button to your left).
11/3/2009 -- Change to TAG Starter Rule
At previous NCK events, a working starter was required in TAG classes per IKF rules. This was a pre-tech item. IKF has
changed the ruling on starters (see section 275.1.8). Summary of new rule: At Pre-Tech, engine must have all
starter system components intact and connected properly
As a result, NCK will immediately apply this standard as Pre-Tech for TAGs for the remainder of 2009. So, the
components must be there, including a battery, and it must all be connected properly, but it does not have to function.
11/2/2009 -- Thunderhill Is Only 5 Days Away!
We're less than a week away from the NCK season's points finale at Thunderhill. Don't forget to
check this link for track info and hotel information
(for those of who you plan to come up on Friday). Due to Daylight Savings Time, the sun will
set much sooner, so get your kart through Tech on Friday (if possible).
The weather gods are smiling upon us, so pack up your stuff and come enjoy the race! If you missed it before,
a terrific in-kart video is posted below. For novices, this is a great tutorial of the track.
10/15/2009 -- In-Kart Footage from Thunderhill
Check out this fantastic in-kart footage from the last Super Stock CR125 race at Thunderhill.
If you are on the fence about coming out, this video will surely change your mind. The track is
fast, smooth, and technical enough to keep you on your toes.
The video above has been resized to fit on the site. To see it in high resolution, please follow
THIS LINK.
10/14/2009 -- Letter From The President
Please read the October 12th Letter From The President. It is avilable to your left via the NEWS
button. Simply hover over the button or click. The letter contains some important information
about tech at the upcoming Thunderhill event, information about the Western States Road Race
Classic, and instructions for submitting new Board of Director nominees.
9/20/2009 -- Letter From The President / Other News
Please read the September 20th Letter From The President. It is avilable to your left via the NEWS
button. Simply hover over the button or click. The letter contains some thoughts about our last race
(at Thunderhill) as well as some important information about tech for the upcoming November 7th race
at Thunderhill.
NCK has been selected as the host for the 2010 IKF Road Race Grand Nationals! This event will take
place at the Buttonwillow track in June of 2010. Stay tuned for more updates.
Due to popular demand, the results archive is again available via the RESULTS button to your left.
Results from 2007 and 2008 are currently available. Prior years will be added soon.
Lastly, check out the action banner at the bottom of the page for a glimpse of the action at our last race.
Thank you to club sponsor Kart Art (Jerry Imboden) for the fantastic photos. Please support NCK's sponsors!
9/17/2009 -- Updated Points Standings
Updated points standings are now posted. The points race is still open in many classes, so
the next race (the season points finale at Thunderhill on November 7th) should be a very exciting
event! Please hover over/click on the POINTS button to your left to see the updated points.
9/16/2009 -- Registration for November Thunderhill Race
Registration for NCK race #6 at Thunderhill is now open! Please see the REGISTRATION button to
your left. The points race is coming down to the last event in several classes! The
Thunderhill race is the last NCK points race of the season, but it is not the last
race of the season. The season finale will take place as usual at Infineon over Thanksgiving
weekend.
Note: The layout of the registration site has changed in look, but the flow is largely
the same. If you have any questions about registration, please contact our club's Registration expert,
Don Pierce at this address.
9/16/2009 -- OFFICIAL Results From Thunderhill OFFICIAL Results from NCK Round 5 @ Thunderhill are now posted! Please
hover over/click the RESULTS button to your left.
9/13/2009 -- UNOFFICIAL Results From Thunderhill UNOFFICIAL Results from NCK Round 5 @ Thunderhill are now available. Please
follow this link.
When viewing results of a race, click "Show per class" to see individual class results.
REMINDER: These results are unofficial and points for this race will not be awarded
until NCK Scoring posts OFFICIAL results.
9/8/2009 -- Thunderhill Practice Is On!
Details regarding practice at Thunderhill on Friday, September 11th (day before the race):
Gates open at 6:30am for all day drivers
Cost is $125 for a full day, $90 for half day. (afternoon only)
CCW direction and over the top at T5.
5 run sessions throughout the day. 2 in the morning, 3 in the afternoon. 20 to 25 minutes in duration. Usually (2) 25's and (3) 20's
We prefer that drivers pre-register and pre-pay, but we will take walk-ups and payments on event day
Full-day drivers will register and have a Karters-only drivers meeting at 8:35am in the main building - 1st floor.
Registration opens at about 7am and we will have a dedicated Kart registration table set-up in the main building.
Half-day drivers will have to sign-in at our stacker trailer which will be located in the hotpit lane next to the Starter Stand.
NCK drivers are welcome to come into the paddock anytime Friday to set-up for the TMR and/or NCK event.
Towing - We will have a truck on grid for pull tows, but will need someone in the karting group to have a truck and/or trailer available for removing any karts that have been damaged and can't roll.
9/8/2009 -- Updated Race Day Schedule
As mentioned before, race 1 will be split into 2 groups at Thunderhill. The updated schedule can
be found by hovering over or clicking on the REGISTRATION button to your left.
9/2/2009 -- Practice at Thunderhill
If you would be interested in practicing at Thunderhill before the next event, please email
NCK President Mark Morrison at this link. This
is a great opportunity for newcomers to learn the track or for general testing and tuning!
This practice would take place on Friday, September 11th. The race will run on Saturday,
September 12th.
8/24/2009 -- Updated Points / Registration for Thunderhill
Updated series points have been posted under the POINTS section. Please click/hover the POINTS
button to see current series standings as well as entry counts for each event and class. The Super Stock CR125
classes are continuing to draw the most number of entries!
Registration for NCK Round 5 @ Thunderhill is now open!! Please hover over the REGISTRATION button
for details. With its newly paved surface, Thunderhill is one great track with a superb mixture of
technical turns and top speed. We hope to see you there!
8/19/2009 -- Letter From The President
The latest Letter From The President is available for viewing. Please hover over/click the NEWS button to
your left. The letter features some important information about NCK's next race at Thunderhill on Sept 12th.
In addition, Tech will be on the look out for key things. Please the read the letter for full details.
8/13/2009 -- OFFICIAL Wild Willow Results
OFFICIAL results from NCK Round 4 @ Wild Willow are now posted. Please hover over/click the RESULTS button
to your left.
8/5/2009 -- Unofficial Wild Willow Results/Letter From The Pres Unofficial results of NCK Round 4 @ Wild Willow are now posted! As a reminder, these results are not
official until reviewed by NCK Scoring. The results are available
here. Make sure to click "Show per class"
to see individual class results.
The latest Letter From The President is available for viewing. Please hover over/click the NEWS button to
your left. The letter features a summary of the Wild Willow event as well as a letter to NCK Membership
from the organizers of the United States Kart Grand Prix (USKGP).
8/3/2009 -- Wild Willow Weekend And Preview of USKGP
Stay tuned for a race summary of NCK's wild weekend at Willow Springs Raceway.
In the meantime, please watch the preview video for the USKGP at Miller Motorsports Park
on August 28th-30th. NCK is a proud sponsor of this event! The end of the video features
some great in-kart footage. As a reminder, the Miller Motorsports event is not
an NCK or IKF event. However, it will be the premiere Road Racing event of the year.
We hope to see you there!
7/30/2009 -- Important Note About Fuel At Wild Willow!
For Willow springs, the fuel at the track is VP - 91 - 100 and 110. The 100 is unleaded street gas that contains methanol.
The 100 octane gas will not pass tech. You must bring your own 100 octane gas if you plan to run 100 octane gas.
Or, simply use the 110 octane gas at the track.
7/17/2009 -- Letter From The President
Please read the July 17th Letter From The President. It is available to your left via the NEWS
button. Simply hover over the button or click. The letter contains some important information
about NCK's upcoming event at Big Willow as well as IKF's ruling on the use of helmet cameras.
7/2/2009 -- Wild Willow Registration Is Open!
Registration for NCK's "Wild Willow" event is now open! This is going to be the premiere
NCK event of the year with 2 days of racing, a BBQ, raffles, and a whole lot more! The
race is being held at Willow Springs Raceway in Rosamond, CA and should provide for some
intense competition between Northern and Southern California karters.
For those of you who are also attending the USKGP in Utah at the end of August, this race
presents a a prime testing opportunity since the track conditions will be similar to those
at Miller Motorsports park (desert setting, high elevation, warm weather). There's something
for everyone at this event, so please come out and join us! Please hover over or click the gray
WILD WILLOW button to your left for details. Check back frequently for updates. We hope to
see you there!
6/27/2009 -- Race Recap Buttonwillow + OFFICIAL Results
A Race Recap from NCK Round 3 at Buttonwillow has been posted. Details from each
of the day's 7 races are available. It's a good and fun read, so check it out
here!
OFFICIAL results are also now posted. Please hover/click over the RESULTS button to your left.
6/21/2009 -- UNOFFICAL Results from Buttonwillow
We had a great day at Buttonwillow yesterday. Lots of entries, lots of close racing,
tolerable weather, and no red flags! NCK would like to thank all participants and offer a special
thanks to our visitors from out of state, the karters from Southern California, and to the
volunteers who helped with flagging duties.
UNOFFICAL results are available via this link.
Please remember that these results are not official until reviewed by NCK Scoring. Also, make sure you click
"Show by class" when viewing the results.
6/15/2009 -- Letter From The President
Please read the June 15th Letter From The President. It is available to your left via the NEWS
button. Simply hover over the button or click. The letter contains some important information
about the layout of the track for the Buttonwillow race in addition to tidbits about the new
NCK Store.
6/14/2009 -- Points Archive Is Now Available
Due to popular demand, points from previous NCK seasons are now available. Simply hover over
(or click) the "POINTS" button to your left in order to view final standings and participation
stats for previous NCK seasons. Race resuls from previous NCK seasons will be made available
soon.
6/11/2009 -- NCK Store Is Open!
NCK is proud to announce the launch of its exclusive line of apparel! Please click the
"APPAREL" button to your left to be taken to the all new NCK Store. With something to
please everyone, the store features shirts, hats, and other assorted NCK items that
are great looking and offer you a great way to support the club. Be sure to check it out!
6/8/2009 -- Good Luck At The Grand Nationals!
On behalf of the board and all of its members, NCK would like to wish all participants
of the IKF Road Race Grand Nationals a safe and fun week. The event is being
held this week (from June 10th to June 13th) at Eagles Canyon Raceway in Decatur, TX.
6/2/2009 -- Countdown to Buttonwillow!
With only 18 days remaining until round 3 at Buttonwillow, we're all excited about
some good racing and dry weather. We have 107 pre-entries. Please register
early via our online registration (see REGISTRATION button to your left) to avoid
a hectic race day morning and save yourself a big chunk of money!
Responses to our poll on EKN
are heavily favoring the very fast "Dog Leg" layout. Please remember NCK's excellent "100 for 100"
program that allows current NCK members to sponsor a new road racer and get discounted entry
fees! Come out and join the fun.
Action shots (courtesy of Kart Art) from the Road Race Grand Nationals
Full Gallery is available HERE.
This event will take
place at the Buttonwillow track in June of 2010. Stay tuned for more updates.
