The 2019 Sprint GrandNationals

The ‘Duffy’ is the most prestigious trophy in grassroots kart racing, and once a year the International Kart Federation holds its annual IKF Sprint GrandNationals. The names who call themselves Duffy winners are a who’s who of motorsports and the distinction of being an IKF national champion solidifies any racer’s legacy in the sport.

When:  September 20-22, 2019

Where:  Pat’s Acres Racing Complex

EVENT SCHEDULE

PRE-REG Now Closed.  See schedule above for Registration Desk hours for walkups.

Event Format

• Friday – Practice, ending the day with Qualifying.
• Saturday – Morning Warm-Up and 3 Heats.
  [Progressive]  You will start each heat based on previous finish, post penalties and tech.
• Sunday – Morning Warm-Up and Finals
  You will start the final based on finish in Heat 3, post penalties and tech.

Pre-Event Practice

Due to the construction there will be no practice on the track prior to our event which starts on Friday.  Specifically, no practice will be offered on Thursday.

Pat’s Acres has decided to host a Thursday practice despite our input. It’s only fair that we mention it so that everyone has an opportunity to attend. Our apologies in advance for those that booked travel with the understanding there wasn’t going to be such a practice.

Our intent was to help limit travel and testing expenses and more importantly, time off from school and work.

The practice will be 9-5pm for $75 and a membership is not required.

Pricing

$475 – Race Entry with (1) Set of Evinco Race Tires.

• Classes on Blues required to use (1) Set for duration of event (competition sessions).
• Classes on Reds have the option of adding another set.
  • Can purchase 2^nd set during Pre-Reg for $200
  • Can purchase 2^nd set onsite for retail $222

$25 – Transponder Rental
$50 – Walk-Up Fee

Spectator Pricing

$35 – Event Pass
$25 – 2 Day Pit Pass
$15 – 1 Day Pit Pass

Race Classes

You will pick your race number from the available list of kart numbers in each class when you enter.  All karts must be number compliant.

*All drivers 12yo and under must wear a Neck brace & SFI-approved chest protector.

Race Fuel

• LO206, Rotax: Pump gas to be purchased PARC Acre’s.
• All other 2-stroke classes: VP C12 or K&S 110 with Motul 2T .  Can bring your own but C12 will be available from PARC.
• Use of unauthorized/specified fuel or oil will result in exclusion from event with no appeal. Fuel tests may be conducted at any time during event. Failure to provide a requested sample will result in immediate exclusion from event with no recourse.

Tire Information

• ALL event tires are Evinco.
• Classes running BLUE must use same tires for duration of event (competition sesssions).
• Classes running RED may use new tires on second day, but it is not required.
• Rain tires must be MG only.

Event Sponsors

RLV USA will be providing product to all single speed competitors at this event.  You will be given a voucher during registration that you can then redeem at the RLV desk on site for product.

• 4 Cycle competitors will receive a free Chain and Engine Oil
• 2 Cycle (single speed) competitors will receive a free Chain

Jon Smalley of SmaK Plastics Inc has graciously donated (2) of their 165 Fish Box Coolers that we will raffle off during Podiums to all competitors.   Jon’s kids are also racing the Grands!

Pitting & Camping

Pit spaces and camping can be reserved by contacting Dalton@patsacres.com at the following pricing.  Please note the facility is currently under construction so some details are yet to be determined.  Pitting can start as early as Weds.

• $100 pit spaces on asphalt real close to the grid
• $75 pit space on asphalt around the last turn
• $50 pit spots on the grass in the pits up above
• $35 pit spots in the grass down in the lower field
• $20 per RV/Camper
• Free camping in your trailer or tent

Pat’s Acres

Pat’s Acres Racing Complex (PARC) was built in the 1930’s by Pat Sabin as a spot for his employees to enjoy with their families. The Pavillion started out as a music hall that hosted big names like the Mama’s & Papa’s, Paul Revere & the Raiders and Eric Clapton. Then, in 1967, Harry Hegar installed a little over a half mile paved sprint track. Pat’s Acres has hosted some of the biggest karting races in North America through the 1990’s and early 2000’s which created the opportunity to add a ‘long track’ section, extending the full course to just under a mile long.

2018 IKF GrandNationals Highlights

IKF SPRINT GRAND NATIONALS TRAILER from Teddie Blake on Vimeo.