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Point Standings Now Posted For Pro Tour Springnationals
Wednesday, 24 April 2013 20:18
The points standings for the 2013 SpringNationals have now been posted HEREThe delay was due to a number of penalties that were implemented after the event concluded on Sunday, April 14. The corresponding adjustments to the scoring system have also been made, and the final results can be viewed for Rounds 1 and 2 HERE.  If there are any questions or issues, please email them to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Thank you again for joining us for the Pro Tour SpringNationals! See you in Grand Junction, CO for the SummerNationals on July 19-21.
 
EKN Trackside: Superkarts! USA Pro Tour SpringNationals - Sunday Report
Tuesday, 16 April 2013 09:32
The final day went into the books for the 2013 SpringNationals to kick off this year’s Superkarts! USA Pro Tour. The weather at the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona was perfect, with just a little bit of strong wind gusts testing the many tents that jam packed the paddock. It was a busy day of action from sun up to sun down with eight categories completing the second round of competition for the weekend. Great racing took place in the many categories, but the day did have some drama and controversy. When the final rulings came out, it was Andrew Zimmer securing his second big victory of the weekend in TaG Senior with Fritz Leesmann evening things out in the S1 category.

TaG Senior
The TaG Senior group was the last to hit the track and was given the hot pit to make any changes during the 12-minute session. For many, it was hit the track for the quick lap and then start making changes for the opening heat race. The pole position was a dual between defending champion Phil DeLaO (Arrow) and Louie Pagano (Birel). Each took multiple turns over the first four laps with DeLaO posting a 49.884-second lap aboard his KartSport North America entry to secure the position. Pagano was just six thousandths of a second off his time. Saturday winner Andrew Zimmer (ART GP) was third with Alejo Fernandez (Energy) and Dakota Dickerson (FA Kart) completing the fast five. The top six, including Arizona driver Bailey Murphy (Arrow), were within a tenth of each other with the top 13 powered by a Rotax kart.

Up front, the opening heat race was uneventful as DeLaO and Zimmer drove away with the top two positions in the 10-lap event. Dickerson held the third spot after the opening circuit with Matt Johnson (Energy) and Pagano trailing. Dickerson fell down the order as the race progressed, finishing ninth. This put Johnson and Pagano up to third and fourth with Jake Craig (Kosmic) into fifth from 11th, but was disqualified for oil on the clutch, moving Jonathan May (FA Kart) into the position.

DeLaO was able to drive to the win in heat two unchallenged, crossing the line over one second ahead of Pagano. The Birel America/DPK driver was the early driver on the move, and was up to second quickly. He put a gap on the rest of the pack but Zimmer was able to run him down to put a little pressure on as they completed the 10-lap event. May finished fourth and Johnson dropped back to fifth.

The controversy continued to the very end unfortunately in the TaG Senior class, with a decision made by a few competitors we have not seen on the Pro Tour. DeLaO and Zimmer broke away from the field as a great battle settled in for third with a number of drivers. Coming up through the field however was Michael Giessen, driving for Mike Manning Karting with a Motori 7 engine. Running just outside the top-10 all weekend long, he began picking off drivers at random. He worked his way to the fight for third, and knifed through them and started running down the leaders. It was then discovered that Giessen was running non-compliant with the minimum weight rules. He caught the leaders and eventually took over the top spot. Zimmer and DeLaO raced as they, trying to find a way around and taking chances as best as they would in a normal racing situation, however this was not normal. Thankfully, no contact was made as Zimmer came through to score the victory with KartSport North America’s DeLaO in second.

It was a great moment for the Washington driver, making his debut with the new ART GP America operation and handing them their first two major victories. Giessen crossed the line third but came across the scales well below the minimum weight and was disqualified. Johnson won the battle for third, but was given a one position penalty for blocking which promoted May to the podium and Johnson back to fourth ahead of Pagano. Joel Jens (Tony Kart) was another driver who crossed the scales below the minimum weight after he original placed inside the top-10.  Read Full Story on EkartingNews.com
 
EKN Trackside: Superkarts! USA Pro Tour SpringNationals - Saturday Report
Tuesday, 16 April 2013 09:29
The opening round of the 2013 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour was a long yet eventful day at the Musselman Honda Circuit outside Tucson, Arizona. SpringNationals action was completed Saturday as the 227 entries kept the track busy with action with qualifying, two rounds of heat races and a main event for all eight categories competing. A bit of controversy developed in the TaG divisions regarding engine selection, a few drivers put in some dominating performances for their first victories of the season, and the chase to the SKUSA championships begins.

S1 Pro Stock Moto
The S1 category is filled with a number of champions and race winners this year as the Pro Tour starts its fourth season. The two drivers who ran 1-2 last year finished off the qualifying session that way as defending champ Fritz Leesmann (CRG) and vice-champ Joey Wimsett (CRG) were at the top of the time sheet in qualifying. Leesmann scored the pole position with a 48.247-second lap, Wimsett second, S2 champion Sabré Cook (CRG) an impressive third with 2012 S2 SuperNats winner Billy Musgrave (Tony Kart) in fourth.

Wimsett grabbed the holeshot to begin heat one as Leesmann slotted back to third with Musgrave the early charger. Leesmann would eventually work around Musgrave for the position and sat on the bumper of Wimsett to the checkered flag. Cook was the quickest driver on the track at the end of the race, working pass Musgrave to drop him to fourth and crossed the finish line right behind the top two drivers. Jimmy McNeil (CRG) showed speed as well, placing fifth to put 2011 champ Daniel Bray to sixth.

Leesmann struck back in heat two to score the win to even out the battle with Wimsett. The #2 plate grabbed the holeshot again over the defending champ as they ran 1-2 with Musgrave and Cook close behind. Leesmann struck quick, working past Wimsett before completing the opening lap. Wimsett kept is close as the top four ran together the entire time to the checkered flag. They ran that way the entire time with Cody Hodgson (Tony Kart) advancing up to the fifth spot.

The main event was one of the best Pro Tour S1 feature races to date, as the top four drivers went back and forth, putting on a show under the lights in Tucson. Leesmann grabbed the holeshot and was able to put Wimsett back to second right from the start. Musgrave and Cook rejoined them to form a four driver fight that lasted the entire 20-lap distance. As the race progressed, it seemed Cook had the edge as she dropped down fast lap after fast lap, trailing the top two. At the halfway mark, the battle picked up a level as Wimsett began his advances on Fritz. Deep into turn one, Wimsett took over the lead from Leesmann. A few laps later, Cook to her turn to show what she had, working past the two-time title winner in the same spot. It seemed they leaders got quicker and quicker, and the stop watch agreed as they clocked in the fast laps of the race the next few circuits. Cook kept the pressure on Wimsett, but in return, Leesmann was looking for a way by. On lap 18, he struck and moved inside, but Cook would not relinquish the spot as they went side by side through turns two and three. Leesmann came out with the position, as Wimsett was able to gap them. Lap 19, Cook showed she was ready for the S1 category, moving past Fritz with a great move in turn five. This gave Wimsett an even larger lead, as he cruised to the checkered flag. Leesmann drafted past Cook into turn one as they started the final circuit. He held Cook off to the checkered flag to secure the second spot, as Cook placed on the podium in her opening S1 main event. Musgrave finished fourth, just unable to make any moves into the top-three. Hodgson ran fifth the entire race as the rest of the field battled for top-10 positions. Read Full Story on EkartingNews.com
 
EKN Trackside: Superkarts! USA Pro Tour SpringNationals - Paddock Pass
Tuesday, 16 April 2013 09:26
The 2013 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour kicked off the season today as the SpringNationals officially began with a full day of practice at the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona. A record number of entries (227) packed the paddock, leaving little to no room for any more trailers or spots to pit in. Weather was fair, as those who live in the cold weather enjoyed the 80 degrees temperatures and the clouds kept the direct sunshine off the many family members and mechanics lining the fences throughout the day. Below are some notes from in and around the event to set the stage for the weekend. Read Full Story on EkartingNews.com
 
Important announcement regarding Mini ROK pistons
Wednesday, 10 April 2013 11:29
Attention: TaG Cadet Competitors, Kart Shops and Engine Builders:

As many of you know, Vortex has experienced a shortage of pistons for this engine. While they are working hard to remedy the situation, it has created a current hardship for some.

SKUSA has agreed to allow the use of the IAME Swift piston in this engine as a temporary solution to the problem. If used, it is important for the competitor to advise the event technical staff of its use in a specific engine prior to qualifying.

When the supply problem is corrected, sufficient notice will be given as to when the Swift piston is no longer allowed.

NOTE: A limited supply of Swift pistons are expected to be available at the SKUSA Pro Tour Springnats in Tucson this weekend.
 


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