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2010 Tri-C Race Schedule
 
February 6th
March 13th
April 3rd
May 8th
June 19th
July 17th
August 14th NIGHT RACE
September 18th
October
November TBA
 
Special Tri-C Hosted Races
April  IKF @ Grange
October
November California State Championships
 
 
Greetings!
 Questions and answers onTri-C Karters and EP1K ProMotion

Strategic Alliance

 

As was announced, Tri-C Kart Club and the EP1K Series have joined forces for the 2010 season to bring SoCal drivers what they have been asking for: less run groups, more track time, and a professional and fun envirornment.

Here are some questions and answers:

Q. How many races are scheduled for the 2010 Season, and at what venues?
A. All 9 scheduled races will be held at CalSpeed Karting Center, with the final race running in either Oct or Nov pending the Lancaster GP schedule. August will also be the first ever NIGHT RACE held at CalSpeed.

Q. What does the race format look like?
A. The schedule has been limited to accommodate 8 run groups maximum to ensure a reasonable race day length. Each run group is slated for 60 minutes of track time spread over 2 practice sessions, a qualifying session, 2 heat races, and a main event. The day is run on a time certain schedule so that groups know the exact minute that they are to be on track.

Q. How does the points system work?
A. Points will be accumulated in both Heat Races Results and the Main Event. Trophies will be awarded based on finishing position in the Main event, however the winner of the Main Event is not necessarily the driver that accumulated the most number of points towards the season championship on that day. This means that a drivers overall performance is measured in the points results.

Q. Will there be reserved pit spaces available?
A. Drivers will be able to reserve a pit space for the season at a minimal fee.

Q. Which group is running the event, Tri-C or EP1K?
A. All race registrations will be sent to and processed by Tri-C Kart Club. The vast majority of Tri-C event race day staff, including Race Director Bob English, will remain in place, however the running of an efficient and on-schedule day will be a combined effort between both groups.

Q. Where can I find more info on the series and classes offered?
A. All information can be found at www.tri-ckarters.com updated web site. 

Membership in Tri-C Karters comes with several benefits and perks, these include racing for Championship Points, eligibility for the season ending Championship Banquet as well as discounts at CalSpeed's Friday practices before the Tri-C Races!  

 

To become a member of the Tri-C Kart Club, click on the following link or the form can be found at www.Tri-Ckarters.com .  

 

For those taking advantage of Friday practice before the race, overnight trailer storage is allowed at no cost.

 

Race Schedule for
February 6th 2010
 

Gates Open                                  6:30 am - 6:30 pm

Drivers Meeting (held on grid)    8:00 am - 8:15 am

 

PRACTICE ROUNDS: two 7-minute sessions per group

1. Kid Kart                                   8:30 am            9:34 am

2. Spec PRD Senior                  8:38 am            9:42 am

3. HPV 1 & Junior 1                   8:46 am            9:50 am

4. Rotax Grand Masters            8:54 am            9:58 am

5. World Formula Jr. & Sr.         9:02 am           10:06 am

6. HPV 4 Plus                              9:10 am          10:14 am

7. TAG Senior & Masters           9:18 am          10:22 am

8. HPV 2 & HPV 4                      9:26 am           10:30 am

 

QUALIFYING: one 7-minute session per group

1. Kid Kart                                   10:38 am

2. Spec PRD Senior                  10:46 am

3. HPV 1 & Junior 1                   10:54 am

4. Rotax Grand Masters             11:02 am

5. World Formula Jr. & Sr.         11:10 am

6. HPV 4 Plus                             11:18 am

7. TAG Senior & Masters          11:26 am

8. HPV 2 & HPV 4                      11:34 am

 

Lunch Break                              11:45 pm - 12:15 pm

 

HEAT RACES: two 8-lap races

1. Kid Kart                               12:20 pm       1:40      6 lap heat races

2. Spec PRD Senior              12:30 pm       1:50

3. HPV 1 & Junior 1               12:40 pm       2:00

4. Rotax Grand Masters        12:50 pm       2:10

5. World Formula Jr. & Sr.      1:00 pm        2:20

6. HPV 4 Plus                           1:10 pm       2:30

7. TAG Senior & Masters        1:20 pm       2:40

8. HPV 2 & HPV 4                    1:30 pm       2:50

 

MAIN RACE: one 16-lap race

1. Kid Kart                                3:00 pm            8 lap main

2. Spec PRD Senior               3:18 pm

3. HPV 1 & Junior 1                3:36 pm

4. Rotax Grand Masters         3:54 pm

5. World Formula Jr. & Sr.     4:14 pm

6. HPV 4 Plus                          4:32 pm

7. TAG Senior & Masters       4:50 pm

8. HPV 2 & HPV 4                   5:08 pm

 

Podium Ceremony                  5:30 pm - 6:00 pm

 

2010 Tri-C Class Rules  

Race Officials follow the 2010 IKF Rule book except where noted.

Spec Fuel/Oil for Rotax Engines is MS 93 with 4oz Motul 800 per gallon

Spec Fuel for all other 2 cycle classes is MS 98 with 8oz of Burris Castor per gallon.

Spec fuel for 4 Cycle classes is MS 98.

 

Kid Karts:

  • Ages: 5-8 Driver must have attained the age of 5 to compete. Kid Kart drivers may finish the season in the year they have their 8th Birthday (if on January 1st they have obtained the age of 8, they must move up to the next class).
  • Weight: 160 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC. Tire size Front and Rear 4.50/10.0-5
  • Engine: Per IKF rule book section 622.50. Optional K&N air filter is allowed
  • Front Width: Maximum 40"
  • Rear Width: Minimum 39" Maximum 42"

Jr 1:

  • Competition age: 8-11
  • Weight: 225 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC. Tire size Front and Rear 4.50/10.0-5
  • Engine: Per IKF section 623.4: Comer 80cc.
  • Rear Width: Maximum 50"

HPV-1 Cadet:

  • Competition age: 8-11
  • Weight: 240 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC Front and Rear 4.50/10.0-5
  • Engine: HPV 100. HPV-1 Spec Exhaust & HPV-1 Spec Carb
  • Maximum Rear Width: 50"
  • Clutch: Spec HPV Clutch

HPV-2:

  • Competition age: 12-15.
  • Weight: 310 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC 4.5/10.0-5 front, 6.0/11.0-5 Rear
  • Engine: HPV-100. HPV-2 Spec Exhaust & Carb
  • Maximum Rear Width: 55-1/8"
  • Clutch: Spec HPV clutch

HPV-4 Sr:

  • Competition age: 16 & up
  • Weight: 340 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC 4.5/10.0-5 front, 7.1/11.0-5 Rear
  • Engine: HPV-100. HPV-4 Spec Exhaust & Carb
  • Maximum Rear Width: 55-1/8"
  • Clutch: Spec HPV clutch

HPV-4 Plus :

  • Competition age: 35 & up or Driver Weight of 190 lbs.
  • Weight: 390 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC  4.5/10.0-5 front, 7.1/11.0-5 Rear
  • Engine: HPV-100. HPV-4 Spec Exhaust & Carb
  • Maximum Rear Width: 55-1/8"
  • Clutch: Spec HPV clutch.

TAG:

  • Rules and Weights per IKF National Rule Book 

 

  • Motor                              Weight
  • PRD Fireball 2008                  370
  • PRD                                        370
  • Rotax                                      370
  • Pre 2009 Leopard                   370
  • Post 2009 Leopard                  385
  • Sonik TX 125                          385
  • Vortex Rok TT                        385
  • Motori Seven                          370
  • As competition experience dictates, weights may be adjusted each year by the IKF Board of Directors upon recommendation of the IKF sprint Committee.
  • Competition age: 16-up
  • Chassis: IKF sprint Chassis per section 200
  • Brakes: Rear wheel brakes only
  • Bodywork: CIK bodywork as specified by IKF in current 200 section
  • Fuel: Unleaded gasoline, 98 Octane Maximum (Rotax engines must use Motul 800 and MS 93 mixed @ 4 oz. per 1 Gallon.)
  • Oil: Mixed in the amount specified by manufacturer, 4 cycle oil is open
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC

TAG Masters:

  • Rules and Weights per IKF National Rule Book; add 30 Lbs to the IKF TAG weights.
  • Drivers 30 years and over.
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC

Spec PRD:

  • Per IKF Region 7 Rules http://www.ikfkarting.com/OfficePages/PDFs/PressReleases/Reg7PRDrules2010.pdf
  • Competition age: 16-up.
  • Weight: 360 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC or Maxxis HG3. 4.5/10.0-5 front, 7.1/11.0-5 Rear
  • Engine: PRD. Spec Exhaust & Carb
  • Maximum Rear Width: 55-1/8"
  • Clutch: Spec PRD clutch.
  • NOTE: The IKF Region 7 claiming rule will not be used.

Rotax Grand Masters:

  • Competition age: 40 and up.
  • Weight: 385 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Maxxis HG3. 4.5/10.0-5 front, 7.1/11.0-5 Rear
  • Engine: Rotax 125cc, per RMax Rules
  • Maximum Rear Width: 55-1/8"
  • Clutch: New style or Old Style Spec Rotax Clutch

 

Sr. World Formula:

  • Competition age: 16-up  
  • Weight: 365 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC or Maxxis HG3. 4.5/10.0-5 front,  6.0 /11.0-5 Rear
  • Engine: World Formula per IKF Section 717
  • Maximum Rear Width: 55-1/8"
  • Clutch: As specified in IKF rule book 

Jr. World Formula: 

  • Competition age: 12-15  
  • Weight: 325 lbs minimum kart and driver combined
  • Tires: Bridgestone YKC or Maxxis HG3. 4.5/10.0-5 front,  6.0/11.0-5 Rear
  • Engine: World Formula per IKF Section 717
  • Maximum Rear Width: 55-1/8"
  • Clutch: As specified in IKF rule book.

 

New Race Format and Points Structure

Races will consist of two heat races and a main. 
 
The qualifing will determine grid position in the first heat race.  The finish position on the first heat race determines grid position for the second heat and second heat finish determines the grid for the main race.
 
Year end Championship Points will be awarded for finishes in each heat race and for the Main Race.  In addition the fastest qualifier and the fastest race lap in the Main Race will be awarded bonus points.  Trophies will be awarded for finishes in the main race per IKF rules.
Sincerely,
 

Chris Sarris
Tri-C karters