05.08.08
CLASS STRUCTURE UPDATE
Effective immediatley, the 4 Stroke TaG class has been eliminated due to lack of entries.
05.08.08
ROUND TWO COMING SOON!
The next race of the 2008 Route 66 Sprint Series will be held at Mid-State Kart Club in Springfield, IL on May 17 & 18. This is less than two weeks away! There will also be a Friday practice session as well as trailer parking Friday afternoon from 4:00pm until dark.
Check back here at www.route66kartracing.com for the complete Round 2 race schedule and fees or download the flyer HERE.
05.08.08
JUST A FEW IMPORTANT REMINDERS
As a reminder, you must weigh at the end of each of the races to be credited with a finish in that race. Refusal to weigh will result in a DQ for that race.
As we announced at CHMS, Kid Karts will return to the stock air filter, with at least one stock filter filament inside. This is not open for discussion.
Kid karts and all other classes, please do not pick up the axle to rev up the engine on the grid. If you must warm up your engine, leave the kart on the stand and then put it down just before the field heads on to the track.
Should an accident take place in the first turn/part of the racetrack on the first lap where at least ½ of the field is involved in a crash, the Race Director reserves the right to re-start the race, but does not have to.
Kid kart participants should watch the website for new updates to the rules very soon.
If you have any questions, please contact grafton25@netzero.net.
05.05.08
OPENING ROUND RACE COVERAGE POSTED
Complete race coverage from the opening round at Concept Haulers Motor Speedway in Norway, IL has been posted. You can view the complete rundown of the race HERE. Point standings and photos are soon to follow so keep checking back.
04.22.08
LET'S TRY THIS AGAIN
The opening round of the 2008 MyChron Route 66 Series presented by Margay/Bridgestone will take place this weekend, April 26 & 27th.
The track will be open for practice on Friday, please see www.concepthaulersmotorspeedway.com for more details on Friday practice. Thanks to the event sponsor Express Karts N Parts, check them out at www.expresskarts.com
The Route 66 Series would also like to recognize "Kartlift" as a sponsor of the Kartlift gets you to the races awards. Details will be given at the driver's meeting. Check out more info on Kartlift at www.kartlift.com
New for this year is the Digatron Free Entry program. Each person who enters a class will be entered into a drawing for a free entry for the next event. One winner per event will be chosen.
We are pleased to announce the continuation of the Margay/Bridgestone free set of tires award, to be drawn at the driver's meeting.
Make sure your transponder is on for the last round of practice as we are timing the last practice to determine the order of qualifying. We hope this will eliminate the crowding to the front of the grid, plus it should help in our spacing since most karts will be in a group of similar speeds.
Many thanks to our class and series sponsors which can be viewed at www.route66kartracing.com
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me at grafton25@netzero.net or 618.520.5884
04.22.08
OPENING ROUND RESCHEDULED
The much awaited opening round of the 2008 MyChron Route 66 Series presented by Margay/Bridgestone at New Castle Motorsports Park will take place on July 5th. Comet Kart Sales will present this one day show, with one round of timed practice, qualifying, prefinals and finals all ran the same day. NCMP will offer track practice on Friday, July 4th, rates are on www.newcastleraceway.com All Route 66 participants are invited to stay over and run the KRA club race on Sunday July 6th, most of the classes will coincide with the KRA program. If you have any questions on this, please feel free to contact grafton25@netzero.net. The schedule, tracks, and lodging pages have all been updated to reflect the changes.
04.10.08
OPENING ROUND POSTPONED
It's official, the first race at New Castle has been postponed due to weather. The make-up date will be announced here on the Route 66 website in a few days. We took several things into account besides the forecast before postponing the event, mainly the safety of the karters and not wanting to waste $3.50/gallon on gas for unnecessary travel.
Again, the make-up date will be announced here within a few days so keep checking back and try to stay dry this weekend!
04.09.08
OPENING ROUND WEATHER UPDATE
Due to the forecast for the weekend, the first race at New Castle may need to be rescheduled. We are continuing to watch the weather, and will have a FINAL decision at Noon on Thursday. We appreciate your patience in this matter, as we all know, the weather is very unpredictable. However, there is more involved than just changing the date. The tracks have made their schedules around the Route 66 Series and closed their facilities for our races. There are only so many dates available and we will need to work with all of the tracks in the event of a reschedule. Please keep your fingers crossed and make sure to check back often as updates will be posted on the Route 66 website as well as the e-Karting News site. Again, a FINAL decision will be posted here on the Route 66 website at Noon on Thursday.
Our rain policy is as per the WKA tech manual. 15 minutes to change from dry to wet, and then resume racing… Please refer to the WKA manual for any questions on policies/procedures. The only variance we utilize is that any manufactured rain tire is legal.
Kid Karts will race in the rain, just as any other class. Again, any manufactured rain tire is legal.
04.07.08
FUEL AND RAIN POLICY UPDATE
Questions have come up about fuel, it must pass the Digatron test,
Race Fuel will be available at NCMP.
Our Rain Tire Policy is the same as years past, any factory rain tire is legal when rain conditions are warranted.
If you have any questions, contact grafton25@netzero.net.
04.03.08
OPENING ROUND REGISTRATION & NEW AWARDS
The first round of the 2008 Route 66 Sprint Series is only a little over a
week away. If you need the pre-registration form, please contact
grafton25@netzero.net or download it HERE.
We are excited to welcome back presenting
sponsor Margay/Bridgestone, as well as the addition of Mychron as a series
sponsor. Kartlift has been gracious enough to step up to the plate and
provide the KARTLIFT GETS YOU TO THE RACES AWARD.
New for 2008 is the
DIGATRON FREE ENTRY AWARD. At each event in 2008 we will draw a name
for one free entry for the next event which is non-transferrable. Also
returning for 2008 is the Margay/Bridgestone tire drawing, providing a
chance to win a free set of tires just by entering a class.
03.10.08
2008 TAG CLASS TECH & RULES UPDATE
The Route 66 Series would like to start by saying thanks to everyone
who
gave their input for the 2008 TaG program. After careful consideration
and
lengthy review, we have decided to go with the following rules for our
2008
TaG program:
• TaG 60-Rookie will use TaGUSA weights and engine rules
(same as last
year)
• TaG Junior will use TaGUSA weights and engine rules (same as last year)
• All
engines must be approved by TaGUSA and use the appropriate restricted
header.
• TaG Senior, and Leopard Only will use WKA engine tech and weights.
• Front
Wheel Brakes will be allowed, but with a 20lb. penalty.
Example: A
Leopard
kart with front brakes will have to weigh 365 (current WKA weight) plus
20
lbs. for a total minimum weight of 385. A Rok TT kart with front brakes
would weigh 380 plus the 20 lbs. for front brakes to have a minimum
weight
of 400 lbs.
• Only WKA approved motors will be allowed in this class.
• The weight in Leopard only will change from 360 to 365 so it will match
the
TaG Senior class and those wishing to run both classes can do so
without
changing weight.
• TaG Heavy-Same rules as TaG Senior, add 30 pounds to each engine weight. Example: Leopard karts without front brakes will have a minimum weight of 395, with front brakes will be 415 lbs.
02.19.08
NEW CASTLE FLYER AND REGISTRATION FORM
The first race of the 2008 season in New Castle, Indiana will soon be upon us.
Download the race flyer and schedule for New Castle HERE.
To download a pre-race registration form (to speed up the registration process at the track), click HERE. Both of these forms are also available on the SCHEDULE page.
02.08.08
COMPLETE SERIES SCHEDULE AVAILABLE
The complete 2008 Route 66 Sprint Series schedule is available for
download on the SCHEDULE page or just click HERE.
The schedule includes information and track layouts for all races
and features the new 2008 class lineup with sponsors.
01.16.08
GO RACING MAGAZINE COVERAGE
Please check out the latest issue of Go Racing Magazine for a complete story with photos on the banquet. Go to www.goracingmagazine.com and download the latest issue to see or visit your local kart shop to pick up a copy. Special thanks to Go Racing for the coverage!
01.04.08
CADET CHASSIS UPDATE
After several conversations regarding the cadet chassis being allowed in the Yamaha Rookie class, we have decided not to allow the cadet chassis in this class. Unfortunately it seems when there is an exception made, it doesn’t end up getting utilized in the appropriate manner.
Any questions, contact grafton25@netzero.net.
12.18.07
SEASONS GREETINGS FROM THE ROUTE 66 SPRINT SERIES
All of us here at the Route 66 Sprint Series would like to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, and a safe and happy New Years. See you at the track in 2008!
12.18.07
ATTENTION: ALL TAG CLASS PARTICIPANTS!
When we put together our class structure for the 2008
season, we
took everyone's
suggestions regarding the Tag classes and thought that we
we're
doing
what was best for you the racer. We decided to stay with TAG
USA
Tech and rules &
the main reason for this was to save you the karter apx
$1500.00
for front brakes.
The second consideration was that the LEOPARD Engine was 95%
off
all TAG entry's.
So, we decided to have a LEOPARD only class. The reason for
this
was to create a
a level playing field. When you have multiple engine
classes,
unfortunately the rules
are not always fair. Someone (some engine) always gets an
advantage.
For this reason,
we are not going to make any changes to our current TAG
classes
until after the
Daytona WKA Manufacturers Cup Race. At this time we will
attempt
to make a fair
decision regarding the Senior Tag Classes and if we feel the
weights need adjusted
in the Junior Tag Classes.
If you're a TAG RACER, please e-mail Greg and or Mark on this
issue. We do want your
input. We want to provide a series that is fun & fare to
race in.
Your input is
important to us.
11.27.07
2007 AWARDS BANQUET COVERAGE
Some additional photos and full coverage of the 2007 Awards Banquet can now be seen HERE. All banquet photos have also been placed in the PHOTO GALLERY.
11.21.07
UPDATES FOR THE 2008 ROUTE 66 SPRINT SERIES
A number of updates have been added for the upcoming 2008 season. The new 2008 SCHEDULE has been posted. All LODGING accomodations and rates have been updated as well. Also, don't forget to check out the revised CLASS STRUCTURE page to see the exciting new Yamaha Rookie class and additional class and rule changes.
12.18.06
"GREAT TRACKS, GREAT RACING, GREAT PEOPLE.
COME JOIN THE FUN!"
The Route
66 Series is a regional kart racing series based in the Midwest. In existence
since 2003, The Route 66 Series has been the home of some of the finest sprint
racing in the region, and plans have
already been made to continue this in 2007. We pride ourselves on offering
a bridge between club racing and WKA divisional racing. Our competitors
are everything from weekend warriors to Stars National Champions and WKA Triple
Crown winners. If you are looking for friendly competition with a fun
atmosphere, you have found the right place. As we all know, we are only
as good as who we race against, so if you are looking to test your skills in
a fair environment, include the 2007 Route 66 Sprint Series in your racing
schedule.