Points and Race Results (2)

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2017

2016

2015

2016 Point Total

**Past results coming soon.

Transponders

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NTK uses an AMB TranX 160 Timing System and Software. Transponders are required for all classes.

The TranX160 system was specially developed for the timing and scoring of competition go-karting. The TranX160 system ensures high reliability and accuracy as proven by the major kart race sanctioning bodies around the world. Currently used by WKA, IKF, Superkarts! USA, and most kart tracks and clubs throughout the world. The key to the TranX160 system is the Personal Transponder that sends out a unique 7-digit number registered to each competitor.

AMB TranX160 Transponder

There are over 2 million different numbers so a Personal Transponder can be sold to each racer in the club. A detection loop embedded in the track at the start/finish line receives the signal and sends it to a decoder in the timing and scoring tower. The decoder identifies the number and sends the information to AMB software that registers the competitor along with the passing time and other data. AMB guarantees complete reliability that each transponder will be detected with an accuracy of 0.003 seconds. The AMB software provides practice, qualifying, and race results during and after each event.

In conjunction with the AMB hardware, the club uses the Lightning Event Management System to handle registration and timing and scoring. The Lightning system includes registration and pre-registration for the race. Once registration is complete, the system generates gridsheets, tech pages and a variety of other reports necessary to the running of the event. The registration information merges into the timing system. The timing system provides accurate timing of the races, down to the thousandth of a second, eliminating debate over who won a race. Results from the timing system generates race result reports, lap times are exported for reporting and posting on the website.

The personal transponder kit includes the transponder, plastic holder and clip, charger cradle, charger plug for your vehicle, and charger plug for your home. AMB provides a warranty of 3 years on the transponders and their batteries. An additional warranty of up to 8 years can be purchased from AMB at a very low price.

You can purchase an AMB TranX 160 transponder from a local kart shop. 

If you already own an AMB TranX 160 Transponder, please provide your transponder information at registration and they will enter it into the software database.
Please include the following information when registering your transponder:

First Name:
Last Name:
Kart Number:
Class:
Transponder Number(if known):
City:
State:
Sponsor(s):
Kart Make:
Club:
Model/Engine:

Race Day Procedures

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Arrival at North Texas Kartway

All drivers, pit crew or spectators must register at the gatehouse before entering the property. If racers arrive early they must register as soon as registration opens.

DRIVERS

• If you registered online, bypass the lines & go directly into the gatehouse to sign for your pre-prepared registration packet containing your race credentials. Otherwise, proceed to one of the gatehouse windows and inform the person working that you are going to race (or your son or daughter, if you are a parent). They will give the racer a drivers pass. Everyone else will also need a pit pass. Fill out the pass and the liability release that has your name and pit pass number on it. Drivers pit passes ARE NOT included in the entry fee. 
• NTK members have precedence over the kart numbers. If your number conflicts with a club member's in your class you will be asked to pick a different number. The numbers are on file at registration and stick-on numbers and number panels can be purchased at reduced cost. 
• Fees are as follows. If you buy two classes, you get your third and fourth entries free, so sign up for as many as you want. 
• You will be given an arm band. Please make it easy for our volunteers and yourself by wearing it on either wrist so that it is plainly visable. The wrist band signifies that you have paid the insurance fee (the pit pass) and that you are permitted to set up in a pit space.
  
  

  Race Fees
  Member Type	Entry	Pit	Total
  Member	$55	$10	$40
  Non-member	$90	$10	$65

SPECTATORS
When you arrive, go to the window marked "Spectators" and ask for a pit pass. This pass is $10 for adults and children under 10 are $8.00. Children under 4 are free. The pass grants you permission to roam the pits and spectator areas freely. No one is allowed on the track except racers, their crew, or workers. There is a grandstand between the track and grid in a fenced area that will allow you to see the whole track and all the action during the various heat races. Please wear your arm band on either wrist so that it is plainly visable. If you have small children with you, please keep an eye on them. Young children have been known to innocently take souvenirs such as a tool that someone might be using, or swallow something important, or to lean on something hot and burn themselves. Also, remember these karts are personal racing vehicles privately owned and not for rent. Before you try it on for size, find the owner and ask their permission. Our racers are friendly and will be glad to show you their equipment but keep in mind they may be getting ready for the next race and might be busy.

ELECTRICITY
You may purchase 110V power for $5 per socket on the equipped light poles along the pit runner. This power is limited in current and is primarily intended for tools and additional lighting. Please do not operate air conditioners or heaters. If using a generator, please be considerate of others regarding noise and exhaust. The Race Director is responsible for turning on power to your electrical outlets once you have paid.

Race Staff

The Race Director for each race is assigned to one of the NTK Board of Directors. The duties of the Race Director are to identify volunteer workers for each of the required positions and mange the conduct of the event. The Race Director will be wearing a "Bullseye" Orange Vest.
Registration Workers have the task of operating the Registration located at the entrance to the track facility.
Timing and Scoring Workers establish the Grid Sheets and conduct the Race Schedule, timing and scoring activities from the Scoring Tower.
Grid Position Worker manages the pre-race staging for each race and has control of the microphone to make announcements. In some events this position may double as a Race Announcer when the worker is comfortable with doing so.
Pre-Tech is done at certain races where pre-race inspection is done to karts and safety equipment to assure compliance with safety requirements. It is not generally intended to evaluate performance related objects.
Post-Tech is done at certain races where post race inspection is done to karts to assure they are conforming to competition rules.
Scale Position Worker is required at all races to weigh the karts coming off the track after each race.
The Flagman is required to flag the races, and should be a seasoned racer familiar with Flagman duties, including the set-up, operation, and tear down of the electronic support systems.
Corner workers are assigned to each corner to observe competitors for driving infractions and provide Yellow Flag warning conditions to the competitors.

Race Format

Controlled Practice - classes are organized in groups, controlled pratice begins a couple of hours before qualifying. Drivers should not practice before they register and purchase a driver pass.
Qualifying - Classes are divided into groups for 5 minute qualifying sessions.
Pre-Final Heat - Classes are gridded according to qualifying times. Rookie drivers grid behind non Rookies. The pre-final heat is 8 laps.
Final Heat - Grid is set by Pre-Final finishing positions. Rookie drivers grid behind non Rookies. The Final Heat is 16 laps (Kid Kart 12 laps).

Race Day Schedule

Racing Classes at NTK

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NTK offers a class of racing for everyone!

Age 5-7 run a Kid Karts. These are smaller scale karts in which one class runs a GXH50 Honda engine with rigid specifications to prevent modifications and keep cost contained. This class is intended to teach the youngest drivers how to drive. This is a competitive class that will award 1st, 2nd and 3rd place on race day with all other racers being awarded a participant medal. Typical used package prices begin around $1500-$2000 and new packages are around $4000.

Ages 8-12 run various classes with a "Cadet" sized chassis. These are typically Briggs and Stratton LO206 4 Stroke classes or TAG 2 stroke classes:

• TAG Cadet 1 - Micro Swift, Micro ROK  - ages 7-10
• TAG Cadet 2 -  Mini Swift, Mini ROK  - ages 9-13
•  Briggs & Stratton LO206 Jr I - blue slide - weight 240 - ages 8-12
•  Briggs & Stratton LO206 Jr II - yellow slide - weight 310 - ages 12-15

Ages 12-15 run in Junior Classes on full size kart chassis in classes ranging from the Briggs and Stratton LO206 to the 20 HP TAG classes. The competition is very strong among these classes at NTK!

• Briggs & Stratton LO206 Jr II - ages 12-15
• Junior Super Sportsman - Yamaha KT100 engine with a RLV 2 pipe - ages 12-15
• TAG Junior - Spec class - various engines* - ages 12-15

Ages 16 and Up run in the Senior Classes ranging from the 22 HP KA100 classes, 28HP TAG Classes to the 40+ HP 125cc Shifter Classes. There are several very competitive used packages available at bargain prices.

• Senior Super Sportsman - Yamaha KT100 engine with a RLV 3 pipe
• TAG Senior - Spec class - various engines*
• TAG Master - Spec class - various engines* - ages 32+ or 16 & weight 190lbs+
• Shifter class – Honda 125cc, IAME 175cc, ROK 125cc
• BRIGGS & STRATTON 206 SENIOR weight 360 - Ages 16+
• BRIGGS & STRATTON 206 Heavy - weight 390 - Ages 16+

* For TAG (Touch and Go) engines and weights, check out the NTK Rules and the TAG USA rules.

Racing Season Summary

• Winter Series is a 4 -race series that runs in January and February. It tends to draw many new members and some regional/national competitors who enjoy this series in the "off season". There are cash payouts to the top 3 in each class each race day. This series runs in dry or wet.
• Spring/Summer/Fall series are typically 6 races each with a points awards for a Season and Year-end Series Champion in each class. This series runs in dry or wet weather. Some of the races in the series are run in the reverse or backwards track direction.
• Special Races may be run throughout the year, such as IKF Regionals or Nationals, area regional series, and Powder Puff races.

Normally races during the Daylight Savings Time period of the year are run on Saturday nights, with racing beginning at 5:00 pm. During the Standard Time period of the year, races are run on Saturday afternoons, beginning at 1:00 pm.

Karting Related Links

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LOCAL KART SHOPS

Kart Racing Solutions - Plano, TX 
Full-service kart shop conveniently located in Lewisville, just off I-35E. Service and Parts for ALL makes. Driver coaching, engine building and trackside support at local, regional and national races. Tony Kart, Righetti Ridolfi, Margay, Rotax, Vortex, Briggs, Yamaha and many others. Safety gear, lubricants, kart stands and pit supplies.

Micro Shop - Dallas, TX
Kart chassis builder, machine shop, welding.

SRS Engines - Hawkins, TX
Engine builder specializing in Yamaha KT100, Stock Honda CR125 and Parilla Leopard and Gazelle engines.

Core Karting - Denton, TX
CRG Chassis, All Parts, Service, and Driver Instruction

DRIVING SCHOOLS

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - Lewisville Texas
Introduction to karting classes. Kart Driving instructions from beginner to shifter.

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - Denton, TX
Driver coach and Kart maintenance. Contact Chris Williams at 214-243-6738.

NATIONAL SANCTIONING ORGANIZATIONS

KART
Mid-America's largest organization.

IKF
First National Karting Organization in the world. Western United States presence.

WKA
Second American Karting Organization. Eastern United States presence.

Rotax Max International
The only unified International racing Series. 2002 US National Champion Jordan Musser got his start racing karts in Denton in spring of 2002.

TAGUSA™
A division of TAG Racing International™.

CIK
A unified Rules body in Europe that controls 60% of the worlds Sprint Kart Racing Rules.

REGIONAL KARTING ORGANIZATIONS

Texas Sprint Racing Series

Briggs & Stratton Weekly Racing Series

KARTING NEWS, CHAT AND VIDEO

iRaceKarts
Excellent site for general karting in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana.

Bob's 4-cycle
Largest chat service on the web, primarily oval focused however has a good 2 cycle chat room also.

eKartingNews
International news with emphasis on chat room. Based in Los Angeles California.

TIMING & SCORING

NTK has a fully automated timing and scoring system that requires all racers to have a TranX160 personal transponder mounted on their kart.

MyLaps Sports Timing
NTK uses Orbits 5 timing & scoring software by MyLaps Sports Timing. This innovative software is easy to set up and simple to manage. Orbits is the most commonly used timing and scoring software in motorsports and other competitive sports. NTK race results can be viewed on https://speedhive.mylaps.com 

LOCAL CHARITIES

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