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Tuesday, 19 April 2011 20:18 |
 We are all looking forward to the upcoming Honda Racing/HPD SpringNationals in Tucson, Arizona! If you are planning to compete in the S1, S2, S4 or S5 class, you must be a Honda Racing Line member prior to this race to be eligible for the various prizes and product offers, as well as free and discounted parts!
Click HERE to register to become a Honda Racing Line member. It’s FREE! All details, forms and requirements are included in this online link.
NOTE: You will need to put SKUSA as your membership organization affiliation, and be prepared to include your membership number, as well as a copy of your SKUSA membership card/racing license (showing your name and expiration date) with your registration. Call SKUSA at 951-491-0808 or email
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if you have not yet received your SKUSA racing license. Call HPD at (661) 702-7777 with questions or see their website http://racing.honda.com/hpd for more details. |
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Written by John Motley National Technical Director
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Tuesday, 19 April 2011 18:21 |
At the recent SKUSA/PKC race at Buttonwillow Raceway, I exercised the option-- as provided in the SKUSA Rulebook -- of retaining the winning engine in TAG Cadet (Colton Herta) for further evaluation.
After a complete disassembly and review -- which included measurement, weighing and gauging of all relevant components -- we found no anomalies. I am very happy to report that the examination of the engine revealed it to be in total compliance with SKUSA rules.
I’d like to extend my congratulations to Colton and his team for their outstanding performance. |
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Friday, 15 April 2011 16:30 |
Important Pro Tour SpringNationals Deadlines Approaching!
HOTEL ROOM BLOCK SPECIAL PRICING -- EXTENDED 3 DAYS -- but EXPIRES THIS MONDAY, APRIL 18!
The fabulous rate of $99 for the special SKUSA room block at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa has been extended to this Monday evening -- but only for the few remaining rooms! Don't miss out on this unbelievable offer. Click HERE for the details and to reserve NOW!
PRE-ENTRY DEADLINE IS NEXT SUNDAY, APRIL 24TH AT MIDNIGHT!
Register online now for your SKUSA membership, entry fees, race and practice tires, fuel and oil, even spectator and hot pit passes. But don't wait! The ONLINE STORE closes for entries on Sunday, April 24th at midnight. After that, the price goes up $150 to register at the track, and that's if there is still room in your class to race!
PRE-ORDER or PRE-PURCHASE YOUR PRACTICE TIRES AND FUEL/OIL BY NEXT SUNDAY, APRIL 24TH!
SKUSA can only guarantee that practice tires and fuel products will be available for pickup at the track if you pre-purchase or pre-order them by next Sunday, April 24th. You can purchase them online HERE. If you want to pre-order them for pickup AND PAY AT THE TRACK, please send an email to
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with the driver name, team name (if applicable), and the type(s) and quantities of your pre-order. You must receive an email confirmation in order to verify that we have you on the list.
NOW TAKING RESERVATIONS FOR PIT SPOTS/TENT RENTALS/RV-CAMPING SPOTS
SKUSA has posted the details about how to reserve pit spots, rent tents and camp on site for this event. Click HERE for those details. |
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Written by Tony Leone
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Tuesday, 12 April 2011 20:54 |
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A little bit of rain on Friday evening didn't hamper the excitement for Saturday. Once again the S4 field was stacked, but TaG Senior proved the most exciting with a red flag and a restart in the final. While I usually don't like to toot the SKUSA horn, Ken has already updated the Championship Points. MyLaps results were online before I left for my four hour drive back to NorCal, and I've also uploaded my photos from the race as well. We should have some podium photos via Kassy Loving shortly. If that weren't enough, the race report was put online this morning. On another note, a special thanks to Jim Baltutis (PKC OG) for the suggestion to list the venue name on the MyLaps article titles. If anyone else has any suggestions or feedback regarding this website please let us know. This years Pro Tour is shaping up nicely, see you in Tucson!!! |
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Tuesday, 12 April 2011 08:16 |
 As the temperature across the country is heating up, so is the racing in the Superkarts! USA regional programs. Round three of the ProKart Challenge South series took place April 9 at the Buttonwillow Raceway Park kart track and served as the organization’s final event prior to its Pro Tour opener at the end of the month. The racing at the Buttonwillow, Ca facility was intense despite seven drivers completing a weekend sweep. The two headline categories were led by first-time winners on the season, Ryon Beachner (S1 Pro Stock Moto) and Mason Marotta (TaG Senior).
The Buttonwillow event served as a warm-up to the Honda Racing/HPD SpringNationals in Tucson, Arizona (April 29-May 1), and was evident in the Tony Kart West-sponsored TaG Senior category with a number of non-PKC South drivers filling out the 17-kart field. David Vasquez kicked off his first PKC start of the season with the quick time in qualifying (46.022). The top five were within a tenth of a second with Mason Marotta, Kiel Spaulding, Chris Cricca, and Emily Maddison completing the fast-five. Vasquez’s time at the front was short-lived, as aggressive racing to begin the first heat race shuffled him outside the top-five early on. Spaulding assumed the point and took the win over Matt Johnson and Jess Peterson. During the race, Marotta was penalized for rough driving and put to the bottom of the result sheet. Spaulding broke away in heat two, claiming his second win of the day as Peterson held off point leader Travis Lowe for much of the race before Marotta knifed his way forward to steal the third position in the final circuit. The front of the field for the main event was missing one contender as Lowe was unable to start on time and started at the back of the field, eventually retiring from the race. Spaulding held the top position to begin the 20-lap race with Marotta trailing. Peterson fell down the order following contact, putting Johnson third early. The top two were able to break away with the final move coming on the final lap. Spaulding led all but the final circuit, as Marotta was able to take the lead and the checkered flag on lap 20 for the victory. Johnson held on to complete the podium while Peterson recovered strong to finish fourth with Maddison rounding out the top-five. Point leader Lowe was up to eighth before retiring on lap 10 to be classified 14th.
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