Teen & Adult Championship FAQs
Is there a live stream for this event?
Yes! Finally, our teen and adult championships will have a live stream the day of the event! Coverage will be produced by the acclaimed Kart Chaser, who have tons of experience live-streaming events for professional karting events across the country. This coverage will include commentary and live interviews, in addition to pre-recorded interviews with drivers. This will be available for free and the link will be posted on this webpage the day of the event at the very latest.
Can I use a GoPro to record my races?
Yes! You may use your GoPro to record your championship races at K1 Circuit. You’ll just need to sign our GoPro waiver inside the pit area to receive a wristband.
What can I bring?
- Umbrellas
- Chairs
- Coolers
- Non-Alcoholic Beverages
- Food
What can’t I bring?
The following items are prohibited from K1 Circuit:
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Glass or Ceramic: Any type of glass or ceramic
- Illegal Substances
- Weapons (knives, guns, mace, stun guns)
- Bikes, skateboards, scooters, hoverboards, skates and rollerblades
- Powered scooters and bikes.
- Fireworks
- No pets are allowed except service animals; emotional support animals are not allowed. Service animals that perform an active function are allowed on K1 Circuit grounds and can go wherever their handler is credentialed
- K1 Circuit is a cashless business: only credit or debit cards are accepted.
- Drones or RC aircraft
- Laser pointers
- Projectiles: Frisbees, balloons, beach balls, or any other projectile
- Aerosol cans: With the exception of sunscreen, sun block, hand sanitizer, and bug spray
Can I smoke or vape at K1 Circuit?
K1 Circuit is strictly a smoke-free facility, which means smoking or vaping of any kind is prohibited anywhere on site. If you must smoke or vape, you may do so outdoors at Wild West Social located next door.
How can I pay my race fees?
All race fees can be paid in-person the day of the event via credit or debit card only or by pre-paying – see button near top of page to start pre-payment. K1 Circuit is a cashless facility.
Can I race/visit K1 Circuit before the event?
Yes, since K1 Circuit is now an operational track, teen and adult championship racers may visit K1 Circuit before the event and participate in Arrive & Drive racing. Please note: the track layout for Arrive & Drive will differ slightly from the layout used for the National and World Championships.
Please inform our cashier upon arrival that you are a K1 Speed championship racer. This way our cashiers will issue you a Silver License at the price of a Bronze License so you can immediately race at the speeds you will race during the event.
Where should I stay?
K1 Circuit is located in Winchester, CA: 32240 Grand Ave, Winchester, CA 92596. While there aren’t many accommodations directly near the track, there are plenty of choices in Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore and Hemet, which are each about a half an hour or less away.
Where is the nearest airport?
The nearest airport is Ontario International Airport in Ontario, CA, roughly 60 miles from K1 Circuit. Alternatively, you can fly into John Wayne Airport in Orange County (72 miles away), or San Diego Airport (82 miles away).
What do racers need to wear? Do I need to bring my own race gear?
There are some items you will need in order to race at K1 Circuit:
Gloves are required. These can be your typical run-of-the-mill work/mechanic gloves that are very affordable (under $10) from any home improvement store or online if you don’t have or don’t want to get actual karting/racing gloves.
Closed-Toe Shoes and Socks are required. Just like at K1 Speed, you need to wear closed-toe shoes with socks at K1 Circuit.
Suits & Helmets: if you don’t own a karting suit or an appropriate helmet, we’ll have some available for use. However, we strongly encourage everyone to bring their own gear if they have it. After all, things are going to get sweaty out there!
If you bring your own helmet, it will only need to be DOT certified. Obviously, if you have a higher certification than DOT (for example Snell SA or K), you’re more than covered. Helmets will need to have full face protection and visors – not goggles!
If you want to bring your own suit, karting suits with Cordura or other abrasion-resistant materials are required. Not fire suits as they offer little to no protection from abrasion.
Again, aside from gloves, we will have helmets and suits at the track if you don’t own any. You just might want to sort out affordable options for your own use if you don’t want to share! K1 RaceGear and Freem are great choices if you’re looking to purchase your own gear.
Optional gear such as neck protection, rib protectors, etc. can be used but is not required.
Also, long hair must be tied up and tucked into your suit prior to racing.
Will Ballast Be Used at K1 Circuit?
No, just like at K1 Speed, ballast will not be used at K1 Circuit.
Will Food & Drink Be Provided?
Yes, we will have food and beverages for sale at K1 Circuit. However, we will allow food and non-alcoholic beverages to be brought in.
This goes without saying, but if any racer is suspected of consuming alcoholic beverages or is showing any signs of impairment during the event, they will not be permitted to race and will be disqualified.
Why are the US Championship and World Championships Occurring on the Same Day?
In interest of producing a bigger attendance for our World Championship finals, and making it easier for guests/racers to attend both the US and World Championship events, we have decided to host them on the same day. Therefore, the World Championships will immediately follow the US Championships for all divisions (Junior, Teen & Adult). Both US and World Championship podiums will take place following the completion of the World Championship.