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Participant Information:
Q: What if I have no racing experience?
A:
Yes, absolutely. This series is perfect for male and female newcomers
to the racing sport. We provide thorough racing instruction and, at some
races, we hold a racing school the day before the main race. Also, if you
are racing against experienced drivers, most of them are very willing to
share information with you during the race. And when you get a chance, you
can follow them around the track and learn the optimal racing line.
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Q: How
old and how tall must I be?
A: All
Endurance Karting programs require participant to be minimum of 4'11" tall
and 8 years or older. No exceptions on minimum height, as this is
required to reach the pedals.
Karts have accommodated participants up to 6'6" and 250 lbs.
General Make up of Participants
Average age: 39 years young
Driving Experience: 1st timers to seasoned
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Endurance
Karting Races:
6 Hours or More: Participants must be 16 years or older
to drive, unless certified through our Race School or have previous
experience that is accepted by our staff prior to event weekend (please
call for clearance, 704-992-2812).
Up to 4 Hours: Average age of participants, 39 years young.
Participants must meet age and height minimums and those under 16 must
be accompanied by and adult (even if adult not racing) and have received
clearance by Johan (school required plus clearance, or if prior
experience, clearance required).
Race Schools and Camp: All participants must meet minimum height
and age requirements.
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Q: Can
I sign up alone?
A:
Yes, absolutely. Just enter you name and you will be mixed with other
drivers who are unable to put an entire team together. We average 12 to 20
individuals per race whom we match up and place on teams. This is
also a good way to meet new racing friends. Who do I contact if I have
further questions? Please do not hesitate to call us at 704-992-2812 or
contact us on our e-mail form with any
questions that you have. By contacting us you will also receive
information about upcoming events.
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Q: How much
seat time will each team member get total?
A:
(Practice + Race Duration) / Number of Drivers on Team =
Drive Time Per Driver
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Q: What
is included?
A:
The entry fee includes everything: the use of the kart, gas, tires,
professional mechanics, insurance and the registration fee. All you need
to bring is bring food and your competitive spirit.
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Q:Do I
need racing gear?
A:
No worries. We have all you need if you don’t. We have available the
latest in driving suits, helmets, neck collars and gloves. The weekend
rent is $10 for the suit or a driving jacket, $10 for the helmet (includes
balaclava) and $5 for the neck collar or gloves. The optional rib
protector is $10 and elbow pads are $5 a pair.
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DETAIL
OUR ON SITE
EQUIPMENT RENTAL TRAILER
HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO RACE
- Snell 2000 Helmet
(Mandatory)
- Helmet Support
(Mandatory)
- Driving Suit/Racing
Jacket (Mandatory)
- Racing Gloves
(Mandatory)
- Rib Support (Optional)
- Elbow Cushion (Optional)
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Q: What
to bring?
A:
We want you to have fun and enjoy yourself racing with
EnduranceKarting.com® so we have put together a little checklist of items
you may want to bring to enhance your experience with us.
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Water |
We will recommend that you
bring your own. We will also have water and sports drinks for
sale on site. |
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Food |
Bring snacks and
sandwiches as not all tracks have a snack bar/grill. |
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Tents and Chairs |
Each track has areas along
the side lines to set up team base. |
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Padding and Tape |
You are welcome to bring
foam padding and tape to add a comfortable cushioning to your kart
seat |
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Rain Gear |
This may be worn over
required race gear (click here for list of
required race gear) |
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No
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Q: Who
do I contact if I have further questions?
A:
Email us at
raceinfo@endurancekarting.com or call 704-992-2812
Race
Information:
Q: Is there practice first?
A:
Yes, there is a practice and qualifying before the race. For people
with little or no experience we hold an instructional session.
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Q: How
is a driver change performed?
A:
Just like what you see in the endurance races on TV. The team member
signals from the pit when it is time to come in. When the driver pulls
into the pits, the replacing the driver is ready to take over and make the
change. Always a good time planning for driver changes.
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Q: How
is a fuel stop performed?
A:
Each kart can drive 2 hours on a tank of fuel. When you are ready to
come in for a fuel stop you will notify the mechanics. During a fuel stop
we also perform a timed safety check on the kart. That insures that all
competing karts will get the same length pit stop.
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Q: How
do you determine the starting grid?
A:
The starting order is determined according to lap times collected by
our computerized scoring system during the practice and qualifying
session. Fastest lap time starts first in line on our exclusive
LeMans-style starting grid; Second fastest lap time starts second in line;
third starts third; and so on.
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Q: What
is a Le Mans Start
A:
The LeMans Start originated in LeMans, France in the early years of
this century when the drivers would line up across the track from their
cars, which were also lined up, angled down the track in the direction
they will race. The atmosphere is electric as the cars are moved into
position and the drivers prepare for the sprint across the track. At the
drop of the flag, the driver runs over to his idling racing machine, jumps
in and drives away as fast as he can.
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Q: What About
Bumping And Banging?
A:
Remember, racing is a
sport of skill, patience and above all, smoothness. You can't win an
Endurance Karting race on the first lap but you sure can lose it there.
Bumping and banging is
NOT racing and we want everybody to be entertained and have fun… racing.
When people start using their karts as battering rams, the fun goes away.
And while you may get comfortable, even complacent traveling at the speeds
our karts will attain, like any motorsport, you are traveling faster than
the human body was built to move. Therefore, a sudden stop will likely hurt.
We don't want anyone to get hurt.
The bottom line is we want everybody to have a good time racing our karts
and the fun factor drops when people feel taken advantage of by somebody
using the chrome horn.
Consequently, bumping and banging will NOT be tolerated and will be dealt
with swiftly and without appeal.
Though you may be lucky enough to simply get a furled black flag, (allowing
you to continue without visiting the pits) your kart number becomes part of
our further conversations and observations. WHETHER OR NOT the original
driver is in the kart when subsequent infractions occur, the resulting
official reaction will reflect the overall impression that has been
established by that entire team's participation. Therefore, it behooves you
to assist your teammates in maintaining cool heads, as well.
Q: How
do you time and score?
A:
We use the AMB real-time timing and scoring system. It is the same
system that is used in F1, CART and NASCAR. It keeps track of every kart
on the track. We have a monitor on site, so you at anytime can check your
teams position, and compare lap times with your teammates and
competitors...always lots of fun. How do you determine the starting grid?
The starting order is determined according to lap times during the
practice and qualifying session. Fastest lap time starts on the pole
second fastest lap time outside pole and so on.
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Q: What
does it take to win?
A:
Consistency, good pit stops and clean driving. The team that is
running consistent lap times combined with avoiding the black flag
(penalty) and smartly timed pit stops will win the race. Often people with
less experience than others are running up front, because they have smart
pit stops, stay out of trouble, and learn the fast line around the track.
We also give out prizes for different classes, so there is a good chance
you can walk home with a prize.
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Kart
Information:
Q: What kind of karts are used?
 We
use the a DINO Racing chassis, with safety
rails, to avoid interlocking of the wheels. Many years of testing insures
that these bars do not in any way impair the handling of the karts. The
karts are mounted with a torque 10 horsepower 270 cc Honda engine. The
clutch is a one-speed oil-bath centrifugal clutch that engages the rear
axel at 1800 RPMs. Top speed is 50 MPH.
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Q: Are
all karts equal?
A:
Yes! All the karts are professionally race prepared and engines are
tuned using electronic equipment.
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Q: Can
I make changes to the kart?
A:
No, as this is a drivers series, kart set-up, maintenance and
refueling during the race is done by Endurance Karting mechanics. All you
have to do is to focus on the driving and the race strategy (the fun
stuff). In the end, the victory will go to the team with the most
consistent drivers and the best pit stop strategy.
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Q: Am I
responsible for any liability?
A:
No, you are not responsible for any damage to the kart. Unlike any
other racing series you only pay your entry fee and are not held
responsible for kart damage.
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Q: What
if I have no racing experience?
A:
Yes, absolutely. This series is perfect for male and female newcomers
to the racing sport. We provide thorough racing instruction and, at some
races, we hold a racing school the day before the main race. Also, if you
are racing against experienced drivers, most of them are very willing to
share information with you during the race. And when you get a chance, you
can follow them around the track and learn the optimal racing line.
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Q: Do
you change tires or brakes?
A:
That depends on the length of the race and the track surface. If the
race is more than 8 hours, there will more than likely be one tire change.
The racing rotor and brake pads are very durable and it is very unlikely
that brake pads will need to be changed.
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Q: How
is a driver change performed?
A:
Just like what you see in the endurance races on TV. The team member
signals from the pit when it is time to come in. When the driver pulls
into the pits, the replacing the driver is ready to take over and make the
change. Always a good time planning for driver changes.
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Q: How
is a fuel stop performed?
A:
Each kart can drive 2 hours on a tank of fuel. When you are ready to
come in for a fuel stop you will notify the mechanics. During a fuel stop
we also perform a timed safety check on the kart. That insures that all
competing karts will get the same length pit stop.
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Q: How
many karts per race?
A:
We have as many as 28 teams running in the races. That provides for
competitive racing and a great mix of racing people - some events have
over 150 drivers.
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Q: What
is included?
A:
The entry fee includes everything: the use of the kart, gas, tires,
professional mechanics, insurance and the registration fee. All you need
to bring is bring food and your competitive spirit.
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Signing up and Weather:
Q: What if it rains?
A: Endurance Karting runs in the
rain and it is fun. You must register in person, no matter what
the weather looks like at your present location. Please show up or you
will be considered a no show cancellation and forfeit your tuition.
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Q: How
much does it cost and how do I sign up?
Pricing listed under DETAILS with each event (See
2004 Calendar)
Click here to go to our
registration page with full directions and entry forms.
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Refund Policy
Domestic Events
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Rescheduling an Event:
We will gladly move your
registration to another event within the following time line:
Up to 2
weeks prior to the event:
No penalty
Between
1 and 2 weeks prior to the event: $100.00 penalty
Less
than 1 week prior to the event:
50% of deposit penalty
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Cancellation
Up to 4
weeks prior to the event:
Full Refund
Between
2 and 4 weeks prior to the event: 50% of deposit
refundable
Notification less than 2 weeks prior to event: no refunds will be
made
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