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04-17-05

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    STARS OF KARTING WELCOME TUNERS TO PARTICIPATE IN RACER PROFILES

    Seattle, WA (April 15, 2005) – The Snap-on Stars of Karting presented by the IRL and Eventlab would like to welcome the all-important tuners of the race series to create Racer Profiles on the Eventlab system just as drivers do. Two unique things tuners must do to register are:
     

    In the member number field include the member number of your primary driver followed by the first letter of your last name

    In the team field Include the text “Tuning for Your Team or Driver”


    Those with any questions about the Eventlab Racer Profile system should feel free to contact Rick Brockman at rbrockman@eventlab.com.

    Snap-on Stars of Karting presented by the Indy Racing League is based out of Seattle, Washington, sanctioned by the World Karting Association (WKA) and owned and operated by 1986 Indianapolis 500 champion and IRL IndyCar Series team owner Bobby Rahal, IndyCar Series driver Bryan Herta and veteran karting promoter Paul Zalud. www.starsofkarting.com, www.worldkarting.com. Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool and equipment solutions for professional tool users. Product lines include hand tools, power tools, automotive diagnostics and shop equipment, tool storage products, automotive diagnostics software and other solutions for the transportation service, industrial, government, education, agricultural, and other commercial applications, including construction and electrical. Products are sold through its franchise dealer van, company direct sales and distributor and internet channels. Founded in 1920, Snap-on is a $2+ billion, S&P 500 company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin and employs approximately 14,000 worldwide. www.snapon.com.

    Formed in 1996 by Tony George, Stars' presenting sponsor Indy Racing League provides the ultimate in wheel-to-wheel racing excitement through the IndyCar Series and Menards Infiniti Pro Series. The 2005 season marks the 10th year of competition for the IndyCar Series, the pinnacle of open-wheel racing in America. The 17-race schedule, featuring 14 ovals, two road courses and a temporary street circuit, consists of the most events in season history. The Menards Infiniti Pro Series, an essential stepping-stone for drivers and teams striving to reach the IndyCar Series, will feature a series-high 14 races in 2005, including three events on road courses and one street course. www.indyracing.com

    50 YEARS OF MARSHALLING

    London, England — In 2007, the British Motorsport Marshals' Club (BMMC) will celebrate its 50th anniversary. To commemorate this event, national treasurer George Copeland hopes

    to put together a history of the club and the changes which have taken place in 50 years of marshalling.

    George intends it to be a fairly light-hearted history of marshalling, but wishes it to be historically accurate. He said: "I need lots more information about the early days, if the history is to make any sense. I would like to hear especially from anyone who remembers the Marshals' Club being formed, the changes this brought about and the views anyone in motorsport as to what purpose the club might fulfill in the future.

    "What was marshalling like before the Marshals' Club came along? How quickly did the club make an impression on the marshalling scene? Some people in authority thought that it would become a marshals' union and that there would be strikes and all that went

    with the worst of unionism at that time. Thankfully, this never was the case. By the time I became involved, many who harbored these suspicions had become the club's greatest supporters."

    George would like to contact people with personal memories of the very early days of the BMMC, or who knows how to contact anyone who might. He would also like to hear  anecdotes about marshalling occurrences, and stories about interesting characters involved with the BMMC or marshalling in general.

    Once enough contributions have been received, George plans to organize them. As he said, "I am sure I can rely upon some of our journalist friends to help, if this proves to be beyond my limited literary talents."

    Should it become worth publishing, all proceeds will go to BMMC club funds, for allocation to suitable marshalling causes.

    All contributions should be sent in writing to: George W Copeland, Email: macgwc@aol.com

    Post: Long Barn House, Ravenstone, Nr Olney, Bucks MK46 5AS, Great Britain.

    MANUFACTURER’S CUP WEST AT X-PLEX IN LAS VEGAS
    Concord, North Carolina — The George Kugler Manufacturer’s Cup West round 3 took place at the X-Plex in Las Vegas this April 9-10. The weather was good, but breezy and all the entrants seemed happy to have no threat of rain this time around.

    The competition was stacked in all classes with the Juniors boasting the largest classes. Once again Kyle Longmore had an excellent weekend coming up with “Three of a Kind” wins in Sr HPV Heavy and Sr Superbox on Saturday and on Sunday HPV Lite. Chris Giumarra was the only one to make Longmore “fold” this weekend and that was in Sr Formula Y.

    Kyle Schriver “rolled the dice” in the Jr 1 HPV and the Jr 1 Yamaha classes and came up with the wins for his camp while some local boys Brandon Underwood took home the honors in Jr 1 Comer and Dario Baston Jr hit the jackpot in Jr Superbox.

    WKA West is pulling out all the stops for their 2005 season finale with a Driver’s Parade, Pole Awards and the National Anthem sung live at the grid by Kelly Smrz. The Saturday Night Lights competition had 60+ participants on the grid “Bowling for Bridgestones”. Lucas Wilkinson knocked down the most “Pins” and went home with a new set of tires.

    The event ran smoothly and ahead of schedule all weekend. The TiMi staff ran a great event and is dedicated to putting on quality races. There was no shortage of fun or competition at the X-Plex so the phrase “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.” does not apply here.

    LAPS FOR KIDS PUTS WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT SEAT ON EBAY

    GO –KART & RACING ENTHUSIASTS! This auction is for a position on a four-man team that will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for distance traveled in a 24-hour period in a RACING GO-KART! The current Guinness World Record is 1,062 miles and was set by a team in Wales in 1997. The world record attempt, put on by Laps for Kids LLC racing team, of  Avon Lake, OH, will be held Nov 30-Dec 4, 2005, Bondurant & Firebird Raceway in Phoenix, Arizona.  Laps for Kids LLC. -- our goal is $1 million -- to benefit the Victory Junction Gang Camp (www.victoryjunction.org).

    Check out:

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4543001155

    The high bidder will join a team of professional kart drivers; Alan Rudolph, Gary Kannegiesser, and Timmy Megenbier, in a 24-hour race around a closed racing circuit for a distance that will approach or exceed 1,100 miles. Depending on your experience and skill level, you will have a minimum of 1-hour behind the wheel. You will also be involved in a comprehensive training preparation program that leads up to the event.

     

    Your experience will include:

    Being a part of the attempt to break the Guinness World Record

    A New Tony Kart 2005 with Vortex Rox engine package

    Alfano Pro gages

    55 gallons of Sunoco race fuel

    OMP costume race suit and uniform, neck collar and shoes

    Air transportation from anywhere in the US to Phoenix,  AZ, for training

    Hotel for 4 days in Phoenix, AZ. for driver training

    Bondurant Kart school racing classes for 3 days

    Private instruction with Alan Rudolph, Gary Kannegiesser, Timmy Megenbier
    ( fellow team mates )

    Four sets of Continental tires

    One set of  Douglas wheels

    Custom kart graphics from godecalzone.com for your kart

    Helmet from Target Distributing

    Gears and Chains from Johns Kart shop

    Kart stand from Streeter Super Stands

    Membership with WKA, SKUSA and Stars of Karting.

    Toolbox and a collection of Klein tools

    Entry for a maximum of 4 events at Rock Island Grand Prix, SKUSA, WKA or Stars of Karting events

    You will be in 2006 Laps for Kids Calendar printing (5,000 copies planned)

    You will be featured on 5,000 posters

    1,000 personal hero cards

    A four page personal web site for one year

    Personal photos from the World Record attempt

    News release on your participation

    A story in WKA , Superkart Illustrated and The Inside Track

    You will be promoted on the Laps for Kids website.

    A donation will be made to Victory Junction Gang Camp

    You will receive complimentary tickets (2 for 1) of an event of your choice of the following: ALMS, NASCAR, INDY, Speed World Challenge, or Champ car event.

    Receive pit passes for events at Mid-Ohio, Elkhart Lake or the Cleveland Grand Prix during the race season 2005

    Meet many Pro race car drivers during the 2005 season.

    Crew on a SPEED World Challenge car for one race.

    Guaranteed 1 hour of driving during the world record attempt during Nov. 30 to Dec. 4, 2005

    You may have one sponsor listed as a official event sponsor as part of the program

    You will be a guest on the Extreme Karting TV show.

    Personal appearances during the 2005 2006 season.

     

    Personal requirements to be part of the team:

    Proof of American citizenship

    You must be 18 years old.

    Drive at your own risk

    Be is good health with doctor certification

    Health Insurance

    Open to drug and background check

    Laps for Kids LLC. Will have exclusive rights to photo or video of your world record experience.

    You will be expected to sign a confidentiality agreement.

     

    Credit references:

     Laps for KidsLLC.

    www.lapsforkids.com.

     

    Victory  Junction

    http://www.victoryjunction.org/vj/index/events/id/901730316c163f010240e244520643

     

    This will be experience of a life time a great opportunity for an individual, whether you represent yourself or a company, to be part of an event that sets new standards for karting performance and help to set a Guinness World Record.

     

    NORTHERN CALIFORNIA MARIN KARTING ROTAX MAX CHALLENGE SERIES BEGINS IT’S 2005 SEASON AT INFINEON RACEWAY.

    Well after a month rain delay, the Northern California Marin Karting Rotax Max Challenge series finally got underway with it’s 2005 series on April 2, at Infineon Raceway kart track.

     

    The series has seen a few new changes this year, with some being quite challenging to the racers.  The first being a new brand of required tire, Mojo tires from Germany.  Most of the competitors had not raced on these tires until this race day.  All were wondering how they would compare to the Bridgestone’s that the series ran last year.  The second issue of interest was that the International class had to add 10 pounds to their karts bringing them up to 365 pounds.  Many new drivers have joined the series, with some saying the reason they joined Rotax rather than another series was that it offered a level playing field because of the sealed engine program.

    A total of 16 drivers signed up to race in two classes, Masters and International with hopes to have a good enough season to make it to the Rotax Max Challenge Nationals in September which will be held in Indiana this year.

    The schedule was set. The weather was good. Marin Karting was there bright and early to help all the racers get their last minute items.  Let the fun begin.

    First practice was a warm up session meaning that karts go at ¾ speed for 5 minutes. This is a good time to run the track to see evaluate the new tic tac toe turn that Infineon change during the winter.  Next came a full speed practice to bring the karts to speed and get any set-up issues brought to life.  Now it’s time to go to tech and make sure that the kart meets all the Rotax and Infineon race rules for safety.

     

    Qualifying was next with the drivers broken up into two sessions. Track officials break the field up when there are more than 15 karts in the field. After 5 minutes of qualifying the times were very close but Phillip Johnson came out on top. With rookie Troy Castaneda coming in a close second.  The second row was veteran January Grove and rookie Mike Hill in the International class with rookie Jay Brosuis and veteran Gary Scharlach leading the Masters class. This is how they will start the pre-final.

    The pre-final got started a little slow after two false starts. Some new drivers need a little more seat time in the rolling starts of Rotax races.  The race started with a large pile up in turn one. Of course we all know we can win a race in the first turn so, we have to go for it. Not. Bryan Hughes and Matt Wirth did not make it out of the carnage of the opening lap. With Carlos Hidrovo, Dan Dollosso and Emmanuel Cellest feeling the effects of the first lap incident and not being able to continue past lap 3. Up in the front Johnson, Castaneda, Grove and Hill were battling it out. The race came to an end with Johnson winning by a 3.6 second margin.

     

    So the final was set to begin a little later than most had anticipated with many drivers trying to figure out which jet to go with.  The wind had picked up and the temperature was dropping.  Last minute preparations were done and the racers on the grid. But wait the race director wanted to have a little chat with all the drivers and a drivers meeting was held on the grid.  Ric Shaw told the drivers that he did not want a repeat of the pre-final start and would be watching three specific drivers for violations to the rules of the track. 

    With the meeting complete the drivers took their parade warm-up lap and lined up in start order on the second time around. The green flag dropped and we were racing.  A clean start and everyone got through the first turn.  It’s amazing what a little talking to will do for racers.  Johnson led the way with Grove taking second after the first lap and Castanada third. But wait, who is the kart coming up fast and catching the front runners?

    Mike Hill shook off the start webs and settled in to take Castanada then Grove for second place right behind the bumper of Phillip Johnson. Hill takes Johnson for first, Johnson takes back first from Hill. What a battle. Several laps of good close racing led one of the drivers to take a little risky overtaking in an area that just could not fit two karts at the same time. End result. They took each other out of the race, while also collecting Grove in the process. Grove was able to get restarted and back on the track only after Castanada and Hidrovo had passed her. Three laps were not enough time for Hidrovo and Grove to catch Castanada. Back in the Masters class Gary Scharlach with his newly acquired second chassis, due to an unfortunate incident at the Nationals in Las Vegas last October, won the main with almost a 2.5 second lead over Jay Brosius.

    Awards were given to the top four finishers in each class.  Marin Karting has for the second year sponsored the Rotax Max Challenge series and awarded gift certificates for all the winners to do what they do best beside race, Spend money on kart parts.  Design 500, the custom driving suit company has also joined the fast growing Rotax series by providing gift certificates.  Each race will have a new award presented; drivers do not know what it will be or how they can win it.  It has been rumored that the cleanest kart after the race will win an award, but only time and more races will let us know for sure.

    All drivers are anxiously waiting for May 7th the date of our next race. The race was originally slated to be held at Dixon, however a opening became available at Infineon.

    SNAP-ON STARS OF KARTING PRESENTED BY THE IRL HEADED FOR MORAN RACEWAY APRIL 22-24
    Seattle, WASHINGTON — The racers of the Western Division of the Snap-on Stars of Karting presented by the IRL will duke it for over $18,000 in cash and prizes when the series comes to Moran Raceway in Beaumont, CA April 23-24. In addition to a Friday night dinner hosted by Douglas Wheels and a presence by vendors such as upracing.com the competition on the world-class track will be hotter than ever. The double race weekend format will see all three podium finishers from the season opening Race of the Americas square off in ICC.  Northern California’s Alex Speed and Wesley Boswell who finished 1st and 3rd respectively in Norman will come to Norman from the Birel stable while Jason Bowles enters the weekend with 2nd place in points aboard his TonyKart.
     
    The ICA class in Moran will be led by young German hot shoe Helmut Sanden, who finished second to multiple time World Champion Davide Fore in Norman.  KLS Racing will be fielding Brazilian Jonatan Jorge who has already shown his speed in Brazilian karting, Skip Barber Formula Dodge, and British Formula Renault stints.  Grant Hebner looks to be a contender aboard his CRG as does Phil Giebler, as the Intrepid pilot has already won several club and regional level races at Moran in 2005.
     
    The PCH Motorsports JICA class sees another Intrepid driver, Brett Smrz, on top of the West region points standing heading into the weekend in a class that should really be up for grabs.  On the shifter end of the Junior racing Cody Jolly will look to maintain the momentum he started in Oklahoma where he won the King Taco Junior Shifter race.  
     
    The Grand Products Cadet Class may be the most tightly contested of them all this weekend with a strong field of entries lead by Miles Maroney of Topanga Canyon, CA.  The youngest of the series’ racers turned out some of the best racing of the weekend in Norman and will definitely be one to watch. Easykart will also host a bevy of entrants looking to stake their claim to Western Division supremacy.
     
    Those with any media or promotional inquiries about the Moran event should contact jeff@starsofkarting.com.

    Snap-on Stars of Karting presented by the Indy Racing League is based out of Seattle, Washington, sanctioned by the World Karting Association (WKA) and owned and operated by 1986 Indianapolis 500 champion and IRL IndyCar Series team owner Bobby Rahal, IndyCar Series driver Bryan Herta and veteran karting promoter Paul Zalud. www.starsofkarting.com, www.worldkarting.com. Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool and equipment solutions for professional tool users. Product lines include hand tools, power tools, automotive diagnostics and shop equipment, tool storage products, automotive diagnostics software and other solutions for the transportation service, industrial, government, education, agricultural, and other commercial applications, including construction and electrical. Products are sold through its franchise dealer van, company direct sales and distributor and internet channels. Founded in 1920, Snap-on is a $2+ billion, S&P 500 company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin and employs approximately 14,000 worldwide. www.snapon.com.


    Formed in 1996 by Tony George, Stars' presenting sponsor Indy Racing League provides the ultimate in wheel-to-wheel racing excitement through the IndyCar Series and Menards Infiniti Pro Series. The 2005 season marks the 10th year of competition for the IndyCar Series, the pinnacle of open-wheel racing in America. The 17-race schedule, featuring 14 ovals, two road courses and a temporary street circuit, consists of the most events in season history. The Menards Infiniti Pro Series, an essential stepping-stone for drivers and teams striving to reach the IndyCar Series, will feature a series-high 14 races in 2005, including three events on road courses and one street course. www.indyracing.com

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