ATTENTION: F100 Junior Drivers (Ages 11 to 15)

Due to recent changes in the policies of our event insurance provider, Junior racers at all F100 SoCal Championship events this season will be required to compete in their own separate on track session. This means that Junior and Senior racers cannot and will not be put on the track together in any practice, qualifying or race session (up to individual drivers to ensure compliance). A reminder that Junior aged racers are racers who are approximately 11 years old to 15 years old. 

With this in mind, F100 is looking to see how much interest there is from Junior aged racers for our upcoming March 25th race, as well as for the rest of the 2017 season. If you are or are the parent of a Junior aged racer who is interested in racing with F100 and would like to attend the upcoming F100 event or any F100 events this season, please email F100 at your earliest convenience, and preferably no later than this Thursday, March 26th, to express your interest and to discuss how we can grow Junior racer participation in F100 events.

We look forward to hearing from you!

New Discounts for F100 Racers: Bring-a-Friend and First Time Racer Discount

INTRODUCING new discounts for F100 racers; the BRING-A-FRIEND DISCOUNT and the FIRST TIME RACER DISCOUNT. 

The BRING-A-FRIEND DISCOUNT is open to all racers that have raced with F100 previously who bring a friend that has never raced with F100. This discount may be used multiple times throughout the season, there is no limit, but your friend must be a new to F100 racer each time in order to receive the discount. 

The FIRST TIME RACER DISCOUNT is open to all racers that have never raced with F100 previously who participate in their first event with F100. Discount may only be used once for first time F100 participants only. With the advent of these new discounts/credits, racing with F100 is more affordable and rewarding than ever!

Please use the forms linked below to request the appropriate discount after the race:

Bring-a-friend discount (-$15)

First time racer discount (-$15)

Please note that additional rules apply to these discounts. Please see the links above for more information and requirements.

Quick Guide: SoCal Championship "Additional Practice"

When F100 first started, F100 offered a unique morning practice session known as "Optional Morning Practice."  Racers could show up to the track early and go out on the track for practice before the driver's meeting and before the first official practice session.  As F100 grew, optional morning practice went away. But now, optional practice is back! 

Additional Practice is like the old optional morning practice session that diehard and longtime F100 racers remember, with a few minor but very important differences.  Additional Practice is optional, so racers can choose to participate or not, with no penalty.  It occurs while registration is ongoing, so racers wishing to participate should show up at the track as early as possible. What is different is that Additional Practice is done by group only.  This means that there is NO INTERMIXING OF GROUPS, PARTICULARLY AND ESPECIALLY AGE GROUPS, DURING ADDITIONAL PRACTICE. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT.  Racers may only go on track with their appropriate group, particularly only with racers in the same age group (i.e. Cadet, Junior, Senior (Senior includes Masters and Grand Masters).  It is the responsibility of each individual racer to ensure that they are on track with the correct age group and that there is no intermixing of age groups. 

Additional Practice has sessions for Cadet, Junior and Senior aged racers.  That's three (3) separate and distinct Additional Practice groups for racers to enjoy.  RACERS MAY GO ON TRACK ONLY WITH THEIR APPROPRIATE GROUP.

With the advent of Additional Practice, F100 now provides even more value to racers looking to have an excellent day at the track!

For more information on F100 please visit the following links:

http://www.f100karters.com

F100 2017 Season Memberships NOW AVAILABLE!

F100 2017 Season Memberships are now available! Join F100, F206 and SKC and enjoy all the benefits of membership, including:

- Inclusion in the points championship for the F100 SoCal Championship and Club Challenge
- Entry fee savings for the F100 SoCal Championship and California Shootout
- Number priority for the F100 SoCal Championship and California Shootout
- Add family members under the age of 18 to the membership for $5 each

​Please see the following link to purchase your 2017 Season Membership:

msreg.com/F1002017membership

​

​We look forward to racing with you in 2017!

Quick Guide: How to Familiarize Yourself with F100 Rules

F100 has released a Quick Guide to help racers utilize and familiarize themselves with the F100 Rules. The Quick Guide walks racers through the various documents and how they are utilized to form the complete F100 Rule Set. 

Since its inception, F100 has utilized the NKA Trakbook for its basic rules and provided its own set of Supplemental Rules. The NKA Trakbook is an insurance provided set of rules that lay the foundation for hosting kart racing events. The Supplemental Rules are rules specific to F100. 

For 2017, F100 has tried to simplify how the Supplemental Rules are used by breaking the rules into different documents - one for engine supplemental rules, and another for general supplemental rules. Along with the Supplemental Rules, F100 also has specific Class Structure documents for the various series that detail specific engine, pipe and weight combinations in the various classes. 

For those curious, while it may be easier to have a single document that contained all rules, F100 is not its own insurance provider. F100 must utilize the basic rules provided by its insurance provider and then write supplements for specific rules. By breaking down these supplements into different documents, F100 hopes to provide a more user friendly set of rules for racers. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause but we hope this Quick Guide will help racers navigate through the Rule Set more easily.

We hope the Quick Guide, linked below, will prove helpful to racers:

http://www.f100karters.com/Quick%20Guide-%20F100%20Rules.pdf

F100 2017 Information Reference

In order to help keep racers informed about what is going on with F100 in 2017, F100 has put together this post as a reference. 

Please do not get overwhelmed by the amount of information available on this page. As F100 has matured we have found it necessary to provide very thorough explanations to our racers to ensure that our racing is as fast, fun and competitive as possible. If you have been racing with F100 for some time there is a good chance you already know all of this information, but if you are new to F100, please have a look below to see if any of this information is useful for you.

Please see below for a list of highlights and links to important information for the 2016 season:

- Important Tech and Safety Announcements
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/12/f100-2017-important-safety-and-tech.html

- Transponders
F100 HIGHLY RECOMMENDS AND REQUESTS THAT RACERS PURCHASE THEIR OWN TRANSPONDER
F100 will have limited rental transponders on hand and we would like to rent these only to new racers. The cost to purchase a new transponder from MyLaps with a 1 year subscription is not much more than renting a transponder at each race, and each subsequent years subscription is even less.
PURCHASING YOUR OWN TRANSPONDER WILL HELP YOU AND F100!
http://www.mylaps.com/en/products/x2-transponder-kart/1624

- Spec tire for Level 1 classes; Maxxis SLR
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/02/f100-socal-announces-maxxis-slr-as-new.html

- F100 Class Structure Explanation - Pick the F100 class that is right for you!
http://www.f100karters.com/Quick%20Guide%20-%20F100%20Classes.pdf

- Important Note About All Classes
All engine packages and exhaust pipes listed under a class are legal for use in that class regardless of whether or not you are the only one with that specific combination on race day. Do not feel the need to change your exhaust pipe or engine package on race day because you are the only one with that specific package. The rules are written in a way so that everything listed as legal under a class is equalized. Race what you have, especially in the Level 2 and Level 2 Clubman classes. For example, please do not feel that you need to change from a 4 pipe to a 3 pipe if you can't make the 3 pipe minimum weight just because no one else in the class has a 4 pipe. Run what you have and what works best for you - so long as it's listed in the rules it is legal for you to use and performance is equal on track.

- F100 Junior Tire Size Rule
For the FJ1 class, 7.10 rear tires are the only size allowed. For the FJ2 class, 7.10 AND 6.0 rear tires are allowed.

- Racing in Multiple Classes on Race Day
This is only allowed for some classes. A good rule of thumb is that if the two classes use the same engine then you can't race in both. This is done to maintain the integrity of the license ladder system. F100 does not want Level 1 racers winning everything in Level 2 classes or Level 2 racers getting discouraged in Level 1 classes. IF the two classes run different engines, such as FK125 and FK1, then you can race in those two classes. The fee for a second class entry is half the normal price. ALSO, racers cannot race in a Level 2 class and a Level 1 class on the same race day.

- F100, F206 and SKC 2017 Rule, Classes and Schedule Changes and Additions Information
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2017/01/f100-f206-and-skc-2017-rule-classes-and.html

- Exhaust Restrictors for Leopard, PRD and Rotax Engines (Level 2 classes)
Exhaust restrictors for the Leopard, PRD and Rotax engines are required for use in all applicable Level 2 classes. Restrictors are available for sale on race day as well as through F100 directly.

- Gearing for Info for Restricted 125cc TaG Engines

http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/02/lets-discuss-leopard-and-prd-gearing.html

- New FC1 Comer Cadet Class
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/03/f100-socal-announces-new-class-for.html

- On-board Camera Discussion
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/03/lets-discuss-on-board-cameras.html

F100 2017 Important Safety and Tech Reminders

Here are a few important reminders for the 2017 season:

1) Driver's age ranges for classes are as follows; Cadet is 8 to 12, Junior is 12 to 15, Senior is 15+, Masters is 30+ or drivers over 200 lbs and Grand Masters is 50+.*(PLEASE SEE NOTE BELOW)
2) Driver's age is determined by the driver's actual age on December 31st, 2017.*
3) Double nutting weight/ballast bolts is legal. Safety wire and one single locknut is also allowed. PLEASE SEE BELOW for more information on ballast.
4) Helmet mounted cameras are NOT ALLOWED in 2017 for safety reasons (our insurance does not allow it). Please mount your on-board camera somewhere on your kart, such as the front fairing.

NOTE* This age rule means that if the driver turns 13 in 2017 they are too old to race in any FC class. If a driver turns 16 in 2017 they are too old to race in any FJ class. If a driver turns 30 in 2017 they are eligible to race in the Masters class. Please note, that F100 has some flexibility depending on the circumstances and situation, but these are general rules that will apply in most situations. For those wishing to move up or stay in a class, waivers are possible but not guaranteed. Please contact F100 for more information.


F100 would like to remind racers of the requirements for mounting weight/ballast onto your kart:

- All weights must be white (painted, coated or white tape). They must be securely fastened to the kart with at least one lock nut and lock-wire/cotter or they can be secured using two lock nuts. All weight ballast over 7 lbs. must be secured to the kart with 2 (two) bolts.  The bolts must be 5/16" or larger. (8mm bolts are legal.)  All bolts must have either cotter pins, safety wire or use two locknuts to secure the weight to the chassis.

F100 would also like to remind parents to please bring proper documents for their minor racer, including proof of age to the first race of the season that the minor racer participates in.


For racers choosing to utilize the Spec Pump Gas option, please purchase your fuel the morning of the race from the appropriate spec gas station for the track:

http://www.f100karters.com/rules-3

Meaning of racing flags:

http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/03/lets-discuss-racing-flags.html

If you have any questions please email F100 at formula100kartingseries@gmail.com.

F100 NorCal 2016 Information Reference

In order to help keep racers informed about what is going on with F100 NorCal in 2016, F100 has put together this post as a reference. 

Please do not get overwhelmed by the amount of information available on this page. As F100 has matured we have found it necessary to provide very thorough explanations to our racers to ensure that our racing is as fast, fun and competitive as possible. If you have been racing with F100 for some time there is a good chance you already know all of this information, but if you are new to F100 please have a look below to see if any of this information is useful for you.

Please see below for a list of highlights and links to important information for the 2016 season:


- RAIN - If there is a chance of rain, please keep an eye on the Blue Max Kart Club Facebook page for updates:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/116282075073957/

- F100 Class Name Explanation - Pick the F100 class that is right for you!
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2015/02/need-help-deciding-which-f100-class-is.html

- KT100 with HPV3 or RLV3 pipe is legal for use in the FK1 Masters class at 340 lbs

- Important Note About All Classes
All engine packages and exhaust pipes listed under a class are legal for use in that class regardless of whether or not you are the only one with that specific combination on race day. Do not feel the need to change your exhaust pipe or engine package on race day because you are the only one with that specific package. The rules are written in a way so that everything listed as legal under a class is equalized. Race what you have, especially in the FC1, FJ2 and FK2 classes. For example, please do not feel that you need to change from a 4 pipe to a 3 pipe if you can't make the 3 pipe minimum weight just because no one else in the class has a 4 pipe. Run what you have and what works best for you - so long as it's listed in the rules it is legal for you to use and performance is equal on track.

- F100 Store - Purchase Maxxis SLR tires, PRD and Leopard Exhaust Restrictors, F100 T-Shirts, F100 Visor Strips and F100 Custom Number Panels
https://squareup.com/market/f100store

- F100 NorCal tire rule clarification
Racers in level 2 classes are allowed to run any tire that appears on the approved tire list in the F100 NorCal Rule Supplement. Racers in Level 1 classes are allowed to run NEW OR USED Maxxis SLR or MG Red tires, as well as USED Bridgestone YLC, Evinco Blue ("H"), Vega FH ("Blue") or Hoosier R60 tires. All tire size rules are listed in the class structure.

Maxxis SLR tires are available from Goldspeed as well as select local F100 supporting shops. To order your tires directly from Goldspeed, please see the following link. Shipping charges and additional fees may apply:

http://goldspeed.maxxiskartracing.com/product/maxxis-slr/

- F100 Junior Tire Size Rule
For the FJ1 class, 7.10 rear tires are the only size allowed. For the FJ2 class, 7.10 AND 6.0 rear tires are allowed.

- F100 Custom Number Panels

http://pistonbones.com/product/f100-go-kart-plates/

- Racing in Multiple F100 Classes on Race Day
This is only allowed for some classes. A good rule of thumb is that if the two classes use the same engine then you can't race in both. This is done to maintain the integrity of the license ladder system. F100 does not want Level 1 racers winning everything in Level 2 classes or Level 2 racers getting discouraged in Level 1 classes. IF the two classes run different engines, such as FK125 and FK1, then you can race in those two classes. The fee for a second class entry is half the normal price. ALSO, racers cannot race in a Level 2 class and a Level 1 class on the same race day.

- F100 NorCal Class Structure

http://www.f100karters.com/rules-2

- Minor Racer Insurance
F100 would also like to remind parents to please bring proper documents for their minor racer, including proof of age to the first race of the season that the minor racer participates in.

- F100 NorCal Race Day Schedule and Pre-Entry
The complete race day schedule will be posted the morning of the race but in general for all F100 NorCal events gates open at 6am, drivers meeting is at 8:45am and practice begins at 9am. There is no pre-entry option available so racers are encouraged to show up early on race day in order to register for their F100 NorCal class of choice.

- Spec Pump Gas
For racers choosing to utilize the Spec Pump Gas option, please purchase your fuel the morning of the race from the appropriate spec gas station for the Blue Max track:

Blue Max – Chevron station at 1935 Anderson Road, Davis, CA 95616

- Meaning of racing flags:

http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/03/lets-discuss-racing-flags.html


If you have any questions please email F100 at formula100kartingseries@gmail.com.

F100 SoCal 2016 Information Reference

In order to help keep racers informed about what is going on with F100 in 2016, F100 has put together this post as a reference. 

Please do not get overwhelmed by the amount of information available on this page. As F100 has matured we have found it necessary to provide very thorough explanations to our racers to ensure that our racing is as fast, fun and competitive as possible. If you have been racing with F100 for some time there is a good chance you already know all of this information, but if you are new to F100 please have a look below to see if any of this information is useful for you.

Please see below for a list of highlights and links to important information for the 2016 season:

- Important Tech and Safety Announcements

http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/02/f100-2016-important-tech-and-safety.html


- New spec tire for Level 1 classes; Maxxis SLR
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/02/f100-socal-announces-maxxis-slr-as-new.html

- F100 Class Name Explanation - Pick the F100 class that is right for you!
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2015/02/need-help-deciding-which-f100-class-is.html

- Important Note About All Classes
All engine packages and exhaust pipes listed under a class are legal for use in that class regardless of whether or not you are the only one with that specific combination on race day. Do not feel the need to change your exhaust pipe or engine package on race day because you are the only one with that specific package. The rules are written in a way so that everything listed as legal under a class is equalized. Race what you have, especially in the FC1, FJ2 and FK2 classes. For example, please do not feel that you need to change from a 4 pipe to a 3 pipe if you can't make the 3 pipe minimum weight just because no one else in the class has a 4 pipe. Run what you have and what works best for you - so long as it's listed in the rules it is legal for you to use and performance is equal on track.

- F100 Junior Tire Size Rule
For the FJ1 class, 7.10 rear tires are the only size allowed. For the FJ2 class, 7.10 AND 6.0 rear tires are allowed.

- Racing in Multiple Classes on Race Day
This is only allowed for some classes. A good rule of thumb is that if the two classes use the same engine then you can't race in both. This is done to maintain the integrity of the license ladder system. F100 does not want Level 1 racers winning everything in Level 2 classes or Level 2 racers getting discouraged in Level 1 classes. IF the two classes run different engines, such as FK125 and FK1, then you can race in those two classes. The fee for a second class entry is half the normal price. ALSO, racers cannot race in a Level 2 class and a Level 1 class on the same race day.

- F100 SoCal Rule Supplement changes for 2016
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/01/f100-releases-2016-f100-socal-rule.html

- F100 SoCal Class Structure Changes for 2016

http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/01/f100-socal-class-structure-changes-for.html

- Exhaust Restrictors for Leopard and PRD Engines (FJ2, FK2, FJ125 classes)
Exhaust restrictors for the Leopard and PRD engines are required for use in the FJ2, FK2 and FJ125 classes. Exhaust restrictors are not required in the FK125 and FK125 Masters classes. Restrictors are available for sale on race day as well as through the F100 store: https://squareup.com/market/f100store

- Leopard and PRD Gearing for FK2, FJ2 and FJ125 Class

http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/03/f100-announces-maximum-gear-size.html

- New FC1 Comer Cadet Class
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/03/f100-socal-announces-new-class-for.html

- On-board Camera Discussion
http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/03/lets-discuss-on-board-cameras.html

F100 SoCal 2016 Important Tech and Safety Reminders

Here are a few important reminders for the 2016 season:

1) Driver's age ranges for classes are now as follows; Cadet is 8 to 12, Junior is 12 to 15, Senior is 15+, and Masters is 30+ or drivers over 200 lbs.*(PLEASE SEE NOTE BELOW)
2) Driver's age is determined by the driver's actual age on December 31st, 2016.*
3) Double nutting weight/ballast bolts is legal. Safety wire and one single locknut is also allowed. PLEASE SEE BELOW for more information on ballast.
4) Helmet mounted cameras are NOT ALLOWED in 2016 for safety reasons (our insurance does not allow it). Please mount your on-board camera somewhere on your kart, such as the front fairing.
5) PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION REGARDING RACING HELMETS: https://nkaonline.com/2016-nka-approved-helmet-update-and-new-certification-process/

NOTE* This age rule means that if the driver turns 13 in 2016 they are too old to race in any FC class. If a driver turns 16 in 2016 they are too old to race in any FJ class. If a driver turns 30 in 2016 they are eligible to race in the Masters class. Please note, that F100 has some flexibility depending on the circumstances and situation, but these are general rules that will apply in most situations. For those wishing to move up or stay in a class waivers are possible but not guaranteed. Please contact F100 for more information.



F100 would like to remind racers of the requirements for mounting weight/ballast onto your kart:

- All weights must be white (painted, coated or white tape). They must be securely fastened to the kart with at least one lock nut and lock-wire/cotter or they can be secured using two lock nuts. All weight ballast over 7 lbs. must be secured to the kart with 2 (two) bolts.  The bolts must be 5/16" or larger. (8mm bolts are legal.)  All bolts must have either cotter pins, safety wire or use two locknuts to secure the weight to the chassis.

F100 would also like to remind parents to please bring proper documents for their minor racer, including proof of age to the first race of the season that the minor racer participates in.


For racers choosing to utilize the Spec Pump Gas option, please purchase your fuel the morning of the race from the appropriate spec gas station for the track:

http://www.f100karters.com/F100%20Spec%20Pump%20Gas%20Stations%202014-1.pdf

Meaning of racing flags:

http://fast100karting.blogspot.com/2016/03/lets-discuss-racing-flags.html

If you have any questions please email F100 at formula100kartingseries@gmail.com.

Need Help Deciding Which F100 Class Is For You? Classing Is As Easy As 1-2-3! A Thorough Explanation of F100 Class Names

Classing is as easy as 1 – 2 – 3

1.     F100 offers several types of classes. Some class names are self-explanatory, such as LO206 Senior, while others, such as the Formula, or “F” designated classes, are not as self-explanatory. The “F” designated classes represent the traditional F100 classes.  These classes combine different engine packages into one equal and competitive racing class. Due to their use of many different engine packages in one equal and competitive class, the standard spec class naming strategy of utilizing the engine name to designate the class was not appropriate and the “F” designation was created as way to label and designate these classes. The engine packages utilized in these classes depends on the age group, but as an example FK1 Masters combines KPV3, KPV4, Formula Y and KT100 pipe into one class. Please see the class structure for specific information about individual classes.

2.     In the “F” designated classes, the second letter is the age indicator. C is for Cadet, ages 8 to 12. J is for Junior, ages 11 to 15. K is for Senior, reminiscent of the old Formula K 135cc class. Senior classes are for ages 15+. Within the K classes there are also Masters classes, which are for ages 30+ or drivers 15+ who weigh over 200 lbs with their racing gear on race day, and Grand Masters classes, which are for ages 50+. Other classes, such as the LO206 classes, have age designated by the group name attached, e.g. LO206 Senior.

3.     The first number represents the license level, Level 1 or Level 2. Level 2 classes are for less experienced racers or racers who just want to have fun without ascending to a Level 1 class. Level 2 licenses are automatically awarded. Level 2 classes are designed to be as inclusive as possible, while still providing equal competition for all racers. Level 1 classes are for more experienced racers who wish to race with top-level competition. Level 1 classes provide some of the best competition anywhere!