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The Stewart Cup 2011 Granja Viana 500 Brazil Olivier Cote 2010 Granja Viana 500 Brazil Neelan Nadesan Greg Rempel 2009 Granja Viana 500 Brazil Brendon Bain 2008 Granja Viana 500 Brazil Michael Glaze 2007 Indy Pro Series Test Nashville Superspeedway Michael Mora 2007 Granja Viana 500 Brazil Pearce Herder 2006 Indy Pro Series Test Homestead Speedway Patrick Larmour The Stewart Cup 2006 to 2010	News Photos from the BSRKC 2011 Awards Banquet January 30 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series held its 2011 Awards Banquet on Saturday January 28. Jason Latimer was there with his camera and was kind enough to share his photos from the hugely successful event. >> View the gallery BSRKC Announces Revised 2012 Race Schedule January 26 - On January 20 the Principals and Organizers of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series decided to revisit the dates originally proposed for their 2012 Race Schedule. Please see the 2012 Schedule page for further details. >> Read more Video from the Granja Viana 500 January 16 - BSRKC driver Olivier Cote has shared a video of his first stint in the 2011 Granja Viana 500 in Brazil where he competed in a stacked field including such drivers as Felipe Massa and Tony Kanaan. >> Watch the video BSRKC 2012 Schedule Released, 2011 Banquet Update January 12 - The Principals and Organizers of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series together with the Simcoe and the Waterloo Regional kart clubs are please to announce the 2012 Race Schedule. The schedule will feature events at Sutton, Innisfil, Leamington, Shannonville and Flamborough. This year, the Shannonville Bear Hunt special event will include two races for each two-stroke class, while Flamborough will be a four-stroke only event. BSRKC is pleased to announce that at the 2011 banquet the top three in each of the eleven official BSRKC classes will receive cash prizes sponsored by MG Tires. Banquet deadlines are approaching: tickets must be purchased by January 15 and discounted hotel rooms at the host hotel must be booked by January 20. Please see the 2011 Schedule page for further details. >> Read more BSRKC 2012 Number Registration Available January 4 - BSRKC is pleased to announce that number registration for the 2012 season is now available. Please note that number registration is mandatory in 2012. >> Kart number registration form >> Registered kart numbers Granja Viana 500 Race Report by Olivier Cote January 4 - Olivier Cote, who represented BSRKC at the 2011 Granja Viana 500 in Brazil, has provided us with a full race report complete with photos. Olivier and his team represented BSRKC well, and only some misfortune denied the team a top ten overall finish. >> Read the race report Olivier Cote Represents BSRKC at the 2011 Granja Viana 500 in Brazil December 20 - BSRKC racer Olivier Cote traveled to Brazil to represent BSRKC in the 2011 Granja Viana 500 in Brazil, racing against stars from Formula 1 and other elite branches of motorsport. Olivier and his teammates ultimately finished 12th out of 41 entries. The winning kart was driven by Christian Fittipaldi, Vitor Meira, Cesar Ramos, Roger Rieger, John Louis, Gabriel Dias and Giorgio Ramos. Olivier will provide us with a full race report shortly. >> Photo gallery >> Movie 2011 BSRKC Awards Banquet and Gala December 6 - The organizers of the BSRKC series together with the Simcoe and the Waterloo Regional kart clubs are pleased to announce the details for the upcoming year-end banquet and awards gala to be held on Saturday, January 28 at the Destiny Banquet Hall in Woodbridge. >> Event flyer >> Tickets order form Please order your banquet tickets as soon as possible. Orders must be received by January 15, 2012. Host Hotel Confirmed for 2011 BSRKC Awards Banquet December 6 - BSRKC has confirmed arrangements for the host hotel for the 2011 Awards Banquet. A block of 20 rooms has been held for BSRKC under the booking code "Brian Stewart Racing". These rooms are available for booking at $79.99 until January 20. Please see the 2011 Schedule page for further details. TAG™ Racing International 7th Annual TAG™ World Championships September 26 - The 7th Annual TAG™ World Championships will be held October 7-9 at New Castle Motorsports Park in New Castle, IN. The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship is an officially recognized TAG USA regional qualifying series, and BSRKC drivers are Series Qualifyed entries and will recieve the lowest pre entry price. For more information, see the TAG Worlds information on the TAG USA web site: >> TAG Worlds Update >> TAG Worlds Pre-entry Form BSRKC 2011 Official Final Standings Available September 16 - It's official! The 2011 BSRKC final points standings are posted and the champions are crowned. Stay tuned for the full story. >> View the standings BSRKC 2011 Kawartha Race Report September 1 - The 2011 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship (BSRKC) has come to a close, as the final round was contested last weekend at the Kawartha Speedway in Fraserville, Ontario. With championship titles on the line and 100 bonus points awarded to finale entrants, karters descended upon the popular track looking to secure race wins and lock up tight point battles. Those who prevailed walked away with bragging rights after conquering the challenging road/oval course layout while championship winners will take home the coveted Stewart Cup trophy at the year-end banquet and awards gala. >> Read more BSRKC 2011 Unofficial Final Standings Available August 30 - The 2011 BSRKC final points standings are posted, but are unofficial until September 15, 2011. The points will remain unofficial until this time for any queries or correction of errors that may be necessary. All inquiries should be directed to the series organizers prior to this date. >> View the standings BSRKC Kawartha Preview - Titles on the Line August 23 - Not only will race wins be up for grabs this weekend at the fifth round of the 2011 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship, eleven class championships will also be decided as series participants descend upon the Kawartha Speedway. The Fraserville track is a favourite among drivers, with a unique configuration run on portions of both the road and oval courses. This weekend will mark the final round of the 2011 BSRKC season, with karters making the trip up the 115 for the popular event. Coming off a great fourth round at the Ontario Grand National Bear Hunt, stakes are high for drivers looking to gamble for a win, or those looking to finish the season strong and take home a BSRKC Championship title. Add in the draw prizes and race day cash prizes the BSRKC is known for, this weekend is sure to be full of fun, excitement and great racing. >> Read more Schedule Update for Kawartha Speedway August 23 - The event schedule for Race 5 at Kawartha Speedway has changed, and the Friday practice schedule is now available. These new and updated schedules are available from the 2011 Schedule page. BSRKC 2011 Shannonville Race Report August 15 - Many of the top kart racers from across Ontario and Quebec descended on Shannonville Motorsport Park on July 27th for the most popular kart racing event of the season. Five days later, 21 racers left with the coveted Bear trophies; the other 343 racers left with memories, great cash and draw prizes, and the knowledge that they would have to wait for next year to get another shot at the prestigious Bear. >> Read more Photos from BSRKC Shannonville Courtesy of James McGlade August 15 - James McGlade was on the prowl at Shannonville, and he has kindly shared his photos. >> Saturday gallery >> Sunday gallery Class Structure Update for Kawartha Speedway August 3 - For Race 5 at Kawartha Speedway, the Rotax DD2 class is being replaced with the Honda Senior Medium class. Please see the 2011 Regulations page for the series bulletin. The event schedule and the entry form, which are available from the 2011 Schedule page, have been updated to reflect this change. Shannonville Results Now Available August 3 - The race results from Race 4 at Shannonville Motorsport Park are now available. Please see the 2011 Results page for links. Reminder: Bonus Points for Race 5 August 2 - As detailed in Section 1.13 of the BSRKC 2011 Supplementary Regulations, all competitors will be awarded 100 bonus points to their season points totals for participating in Race # 5 at Kawartha Speedway. BSRKC 2011 Standings Updated July 24 - The BSRKC points standings have now been updated to include Race 3 at Flamboro Speedway. Please see the 2011 Standings page for details. BSRKC Shannonville Preview - Bear Hunt Around the Corner July 22 - It's that time of year again. Time for the annual pilgrimage of karters to descend upon the famed Shannonville Motorsport Park in search of one of the most sought after trophies in Canadian karting - the Bear. The legacy continues July 27-31 as racers from across Ontario and Quebec will all vie for race wins and the coveted Bear as the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship presents the Canadian Grand National Bear Hunt for Round #4 of the 2011 BSRKC series. >> Read more Attention Rotax DD2 Racers July 19 - The Principals and Organizers of the BSRKC Series are very pleased to announce that the Rotax DD2 class will be included in the schedule for the Canadian National Bear Hunt races at Shannonville Motorsport Park. All event details are available on the 2011 Schedule page. BSRKC 2011 Flamboro Race Report July 14 - As promised the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Race 3 held at Flamboro Speedway produced some great racing action. This, coupled with perfect weather, made for a fun weekend for all of the competitors. The Series that prides itself in delivering the best value for competitors continued this tradition with cash prizes for the winners and trophies awarded to the top five in every class. >> Read more Host Hotel for the BSRKC Shannonville Bear Hunt Races July 13 - The new date to receive the discounted rate at the Comfort Inn in Belleville has been extended to July 15, 2011. Please see the updated accommodations flyer. Attention Rotax DD2 Racers July 5 - Due to the lack of participation by the Rotax DD2 racers in the BSRKC Series, the Series is considering the elimination of the Rotax DD2 class at the BSRKC Canadian National Bear Hunt races at Shannonville Motorsport Park. To maintain Rotax DD2 on the schedule, we need advance confirmation of attendance from a sufficient number of racers. Please send an email to LyndaChiovitti@hotmail.com as soon as possible to confirm your participation, and also mail in your pre-registration form and payment before July 15, 2011 in order to guarantee that the Rotax DD2 class is included. All forms and applicable details are posted on the BSRKC website. Thank you for your kind and prompt cooperation. Correction - BSRKC Race 3 Preview July 4 - The preview press release for the event at Flamboro Speedway incorrectly indicated that the ICC/Moto class will run on Saturday. This class will run on Sunday. The press release has now been corrected. BSRKC Race 3 Preview - Excitement Builds at Flamboro July 4 - With two races completed the Brian Stewart Series competitors converge on Flamboro Speedway Saturday July 9 and Sunday, July 10 for what will likely be the best attended karting event of the 2011 season. This event marks the mid point of the 2011 Series, and the championships in most classes remain wide open. >> Read more Photos from BSRKC Leamington Courtesy of James McGlade June 15 - James McGlade and his camera made the trip to Point Pelee Karting, and he has generously shared his photos. >> Saturday gallery >> Sunday gallery BSRKC 2011 Bulletin - Class and Schedule Change for Flamboro June 14 - BSRKC has issued a bulletin changing class structure and event schedule for Race 3 at Flamboro Speedway. The Rotax DD2 class will not be run, and the Senior Medium class will be added in its place. >> Read the bulletin Point Pelee Karting Hosts BSRKC This Weekend June 7 - The 2011 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series is on the move to Leamington for the second event of the series, to be held at Point Pelee Karting. Read the story on ekartingnews.ca BSRKC Leamington Event Schedule Revised June 6 - The Saturday schedule for Race 2 at Point Pelee Karting in Leamington has been changed. The Cadet class has been added as a separate race. The Rotax/TaG Masters class has been added and will run together with the Rotax/TaG Senior class (scored separately). The Rotax DD2 class will now run together with the ICC/Moto class but be scored separately. >> View the revised schedule BSRKC 2011 Bulletin - Spec Fuel for Leamington June 1 - BSRKC has issued a bulletin changing the spec fuel station for Race 2 at Point Pelee Karting in Leamington. This bulletin affects all classes except the ICC-Moto class. >> Read the bulletin BSRKC Race 1 Photos May 26 - James McGlade was at the first round of the 2011 BSRKC series and has kindly shared his photos from the official practice day and the Monday Honda races. BSRKC Race 1 Post-Race Report May 26 - The first race of the 2011 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series that took place on Sunday, May 22 and Monday, May 23 at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton is now in the Canadian karting books. Two days of solid racing action ran without a hitch. Congratulations to all the winners! >> Read more Event Schedules Now Available For All Races May 25 - The event schedules for all 2011 BSRKC events are now available on the 2011 Schedule page. Please check the schedule for each event, as some classes run on different days at different events. Accommodations Now Available For Leamington May 25 - Details for accommodations and discounts for the BSRKC event at Point Pelee Karting in Leamington are now available. Please see the 2011 Schedule page for details. If you have any questions please contact Jason Papp at the telephone number shown on the accommodations document. BSRKC May 22 and May 23 Race 1 Preview May 16 - Race 1 of the 2011 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series hosted by the Simcoe Kart Club takes place this Sunday, May 22 and Monday, May 23 at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton. Unofficial practice is available all week, and Saturday is the official practice day. Sunday's classes will include Junior Medium, Mini Max, Rotax/TaG Junior, Rotax/TaG Senior, DD2 and ICC/Moto. Open practice will follow immediately after Sunday’s races until 8:30 pm. Monday will feature races for Novice, Junior Lite, Junior Heavy, Senior Lite, Senior Heavy and Masters. Same day cash prizes will be awarded for all classes with 10+ entries. >> Read more Accommodations Now Available For Shannonville and Kawartha April 18 - Details for accommodations and discounts for the BSRKC events at Shannonville Motorosport Park and Kawartha Speedway are now available. Please see the 2011 Schedule page for details. Accommodations Now Available For Sutton and Flamborough April 15 - Details for accommodations and discounts for the BSRKC events at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton and Flamboro Speedway in Flamborough are now available. Please see the 2011 Schedule page for details. BSRKC and MG Tires to Award Four Fully Funded Trips to the Granja Viana 500 in Brazil April 9 - The Principals and Organizers of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series together with the Simcoe and Waterloo Regional kart clubs, are extremely proud and excited to announce that this year MG Tires is awarding four fully funded trips to compete in the world renowned Granja Viana 500 in Brazil. These are four more excellent reasons why Canadian karters choose BSRKC. >> Read more Entry Forms Now Available For All 2011 BSRKC Events April 2 - The entry forms for all 2011 BSRKC events are now available via the 2011 Schedule page. Registration is now open! BSRKC 2011 Supplementary Regulations Now Available March 29 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship 2011 Supplementary Regulations are now available. Please see the 2011 Regulations page for links to the BSRKC Supplementary Regulations as well as to the ASN Canada FIA, Rotax Max, and TAG USA regulations that they incorporate by reference. BSRKC 2010 Banquet Finale February 8 - On Saturday, January 29, the Principals and Organizers of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series, together with the Simcoe and Waterloo Regional kart clubs, brought the 2010 BSRKC Series to a close by celebrating the Champion’s Gala at the Destiny Banquet Hall and Conference Centre in Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada. More than $27,000.00 in Stewart Cups and trophies, Sponsor’s Appreciation Plaques, cash prizes sponsored by MG Tires and BSRKC, Autosports Media Group Class Champion plaques, embroidered jackets and special draw prizes, were handed out to all of the deserving recipients. >> Read more BSRKC 2010 Awards Banquet Photo Gallery February 5 - Beth Riberdy and Suki Nadesan have kindly provided us with photos from the 2010 Awards Banquet. >> View the gallery BSRKC 2011 Kart Number Registrations Open January 24 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship is pleased to announce that number registration for the 2011 series has now opened. Please use this form and submit it as soon as possible to ensure that you get the number you want. Check back frequently, as several other important announcements regarding the 2011 series will be released soon. BSRKC 2011 Race Schedule Updates January 24 - In 2011 the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series will be competing at the following tracks, in alphabetical order: Flamborough, Innisfil, Leamington, Shannonville and Sutton. Please note that one more track will be announced once they confirm their participation. Please read the press release to view the schedule. >> Read more Granja Viana 500 Race Report by Neelan Nadesan December 15 - Neelan Nadesan, one of the BSRKC representatives at the 2010 Granja Viana 500 in Brazil, has shared his experiences in his report. >> Read more Granja Viana 500 Race Report by Greg Rempel December 15 - Greg Rempel, who along with Neelan Nadesan represented BSRKC in the 2010 Granja Viana 500 in Brazil, has provided us with a report on his experience at the high profile international event. >> Read more BSRKC Awards Banquet Tickets Available At SKC Meeting December 9 - Tickets for the 2010 BSRKC Awards Banquet, to be held on Saturday, January 29, 2011, will be available at the Simcoe Kart Club's Fall General Meeting this Sunday, December 12. >> SKC meeting details BSRKC Champions Gala Celebration December 9 - The organizers of the BSRKC series together with the Simcoe and the Waterloo Regional kart clubs are pleased to announce the upcoming details for the year-end banquet and awards gala to be held on Saturday, January 29 at the Destiny Banquet Hall in Woodbridge. >> Read more >> Event flyer >> Menu >> Tickets order form BSRKC Announces 2011 Tentative Race Schedule December 6 - The Principals and Organizers of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series, together with the Simcoe and Waterloo Regional Kart Clubs, are pleased to announce the tentative schedule for the 2011 BSRKC series, as well as the tires that will be used in the series in 2011. Series organizers are meeting in the near future to finalize the class structure, and will announce the class structure as soon as possible. >> Read more Information for the 2010 BSRKC Awards Banquet December 3 - The awards banquet for the 2010 BSRKC season will be held at the Destiny Banquet and Convention Centre on January 29, 2011. Details including banquet location, menu, and host hotel are on the 2010 Schedule page. More Photos From the 2010 Granja Viana 500 December 2 - Peter Rempel has generously contributed photos from the Granja Viana, and they have now been added to the gallery. >> View the gallery BSRKC Granja Viana 500 Photo Gallery November 29 - Luis Ruibal of MG Tires has generously provided photos from the 2010 Granja Viana 500, featuring BSRKC draw winners Neelan Nadesan and Greg Rempel. A race report will be available soon. >> View the gallery BSRKC Granja Viana 500 Draw Winners Nadesan and Rempel in Brazil November 24 - The time has finally arrived, and the BSRKC draw winners Neelan Nadesan and Greg Rempel are in Brazil to compete in the 24 hour Granja Viana 500. The race takes place this weekend on Saturday, November 27, and will be transmitted in real time at www.kartgranjaviana.com.br. The organizers of the BSRKC series together with the entire Canadian karting community would like to take this opportunity to wish Greg and Neelan and the MG Tires teams good luck with their racing efforts. >> Read more BSRKC – Castrol Rewards Academic Excellence with $500 Scholarship September 24 - During the awards ceremony at last year’s Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series year-end banquet and awards gala, J. P. Soucie, from Wakefield Canada Inc., announced a very special academic excellence award. The prize, to be presented at this year’s gala, is a $500.00 cheque from Castrol. >> Read more BSRKC Completes Successful 2010 Season in Sutton September 21 - The 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship completed its season finale event, sponsored by Canadian Insurance Brokers Inc. and Jason Jenkins, this past weekend, returning to 3-S Go Karts in Sutton. With six official Honda Class Champions crowned in Innisfil three weeks prior, the remaining six classes competed in a double-header weekend with three more drivers adding ‘2010 BSRKC Champion’ to their resume, while Michael Glaze and Jaret Stewart became 2010 multiple Champions. Mother Nature once again delivered perfect weather for the three-day weekend event. >> Read more BSRKC Finale This Weekend in Sutton September 16 - The 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship will crown its final six champions this weekend when the series heads back to 3-S Go Karts in Sutton where the season began back in May for the Honda classes. The weekend is sponsored by Canadian Insurance Brokers Inc. and Jason Jenkins. Five 2-cycle classes along with Honda Junior Medium will be on track racing for championships as well as season ending bragging rights in a Saturday and Sunday double-header. With drivers able to drop one race from the eight total races this season, no championship is officially secured entering the event. >> Read more BSRKC Completes Successful Weekend in Innisfil August 31 - This past weekend, the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series crowned its first six Champions of the 2010 season as the 4-cycle classes took to the track at Innisfil Indy Go Karts. Racing on a unique version of the circuit, all six classes were still up for grabs entering the weekend, but with consistency common throughout the front-runners, no changes occurred in the top standings and six drivers added ‘BSRKC Champion’ to their resumes. >> Read more BSRKC Returns To Innisfil Indy August 26 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship is in full karting mode this weekend as the series returns to the Innisfil Indy for its final event of the season for the Honda 4-cycle classes. Innisfil hosted round two of the 2-cycle classes earlier this year and this weekend will host Ontario’s best Honda racers. Six class championships are on the line with many results looking to go down to the wire. >> Read more Practice Schedule Now Available for Innisfil 4-Cycle Event August 9 - The practice schedule for the upcoming BSRKC 4-cycle event at Innisfil is now available from the 2010 Schedule page. 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Bear Hunt a Huge Success August 9 - Jim McGlade has generously shared a large gallery of his photos from the 2010 Shannonville 'Bear Hunt' event. >> View the gallery 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Bear Hunt a Huge Success August 4 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship continued its 2010 season with its ‘Bear Hunt’ races held annually at Shannonville Motorsport Park on the Civic Holiday long weekend. Hundreds of karters packed into the grounds at SMP for the five-day event, with 447 total entries spread over 21 classes. Mother Nature delivered great weather for racing, providing plenty of sunshine for the racers and their families. Headlining the events of the weekend, a number of drivers displayed very dominant performances. >> Read more BSRKC Begins Five Day Bear Hunt at Shannonville July 26 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship begins its annual five day ‘Festival of Speed’ as racers from across Ontario and Quebec descend upon the famed Shannonville Motorsport Park to take on a very unique karting venue and the country’s toughest competition. This prestigious five-day long event will see all of the BSRKC classes in action bringing together the best and the brightest from two-cycle and four-cycle racing. >> Read more BSRKC Grandstand Parking July 21 - As of July 21, there is only one more grandstand parking spot available at Shannonville Motorsport Park for the Canadian National bear Hunt races being held there from July 28 - August 1. If you would like to purchase this last remaining spot, please send a email to LyndaChiovitti@hotmail.com or call her at (905) 722-3089 to do so. Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Flamboro Race Report July 13 - The month of July is a busy time for the 4 stroke racers of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship. Three races of the five race series will be run over a five week period. The racers took to the Waterloo Regional Kart Club track at Flamboro Speedway on Sunday July 11th for the third race of the 2010 season. >> Read more Shannonville Practice Schedules Now Available July 8 - The BSRKC practice schedules for Wednesday July 28 and Thursday July 29 are now available. Please visit the 2010 Schedule page to access the schedules. Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Flamboro Preview July 8 - Why all the excitement? First, you have many of the best 4 cycle racers in Canada. Second, you have a race track that always provides close exciting racing action. Third, you have the F125 shifter karts and their exciting standing start. Combine all of these with a close battle for the points lead in every class, and you’re sure to have lots of excitement on the track. >> Read more BSRKC Shannonville Pre-Registration July 7 - Pre-registration for the BSRKC Canadian National Bear Hunt races at Shannonville Motorsport Park will be available at the Flamborough race this weekend. Debbie Collison will be accepting the registrations. Please note that the deadline for Shannonville pre-registration is July 14, and that only five grandstand parking spots at Shannonville are still available. Notice - Tires for Flamborough July 7 - Any WRKC members/competitors entering the July 11th, 2010 BSRKC race in four-cycle classes other than Cadet must use MG Yellow 6.00/11-5 rear tires in order to score BSRKC Championship points. WRKC members/competitors in these classes who elect to use MG Yellow 6.50/11-5 Rear tires will not score BSRKC points. Cadet Class is excepted as it is not an Official BSRKC class, and may use either MG Yellow 6.00/11-5 or 6.50/11-5 Rear tires. Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Leamington Race Report July 6 - Round four of the 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship sponsored by CF Groups and Quinlan Inc, was held this past weekend at the Point Pelee Karting facility located in Leamington, Ontario, Canada. In one of Canada’s most southern areas, the weather was perfect, as beautiful sunny skies, and warm temperatures brought many smiles in the paddock after what has been a very soggy season thus far. With the mercury well into the 30’s, the action on track was just as hot, with some very intense racing. >> Read more Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Invades Point Pelee Karting July 1 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship continues its 2010 season this weekend at the Point Pelee Karting facility in Leamington, Ontario. This will be the first time this season where all twelve official BSRKC classes will compete on the same weekend. After successful events at Sutton, Kawartha and Innisfil, this marks the fourth of eight events this season. The series returns to Leamington for the third time in five year’s, as PPK was part of the series inaugural season as well as in 2008. >> Read more More Prizes at Brian Stewart Racing Benefit Golf Tournament! June 29 -Two more prizes have just been donated. Reif Estate Winery has donated a case of their carefully nurtured wines for the "Closest to the Case" event - other tournaments do a "closest to the pin", but we thought we'd go with something a little different; and 3S Go Karts has donated a 2011 one-year membership for their track in Sutton. The list of prizes continues to grow - check it out on the BSR site. The registration deadline for the BSR Benefit Golf Tournament is only one week away. Gather your foursome and head to the BSR website where you can register online here. BSRKC Leamington Track Configuration June 28 - BSRKC will run the "Le Mans West" track configuration at Point Pelee Karting for the Leamington event. >> Track map Brian Stewart Racing Benefit Golf Tournament Update June 22 - The first annual BSR Benefit Golf Tournament is fast approaching. The registration deadline is July 7th and space is limited. If you haven't already done so, you are encouraged to gather your foursome and head to the BSR website where you can register online here. Brian Stewart Racing would like to recognize the various companies that have already stepped up to the "grid" to support the tournament by providing prizes to be used for the various events (longest drive, putting, etc) as well as the silent auction to be held after dinner. Racing cars, a cart bag, gift certificates and more are up for grabs. Find our more about and see photos of each on the BSR site. BSRKC Leamington - Registration Change June 17 - Effective immediately, all fees for registration for the BSRKC race in Leamington will be payable to BSRKC instead of PPKC. Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Innisfil Race Report June 15 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship returned to action this past weekend, as the two-cycle classes along with the Honda Junior Medium class contested their second double-header at the newly repaved Innisfil Indy. The race marked the return of the BSRKC to Innisfil since the series' first year of competition, five short seasons ago. After a successful day of practice on Friday, teams and drivers completed race one on Saturday under gray skies and wet weather, but returned on Sunday for some sunshine and warmer weather for race two. >> Read more BSRKC Adds ICC/Moto Class to Flamboro Event June 15 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship is pleased to announce the addition of the ICC/Moto shifter class to the Flamboro Speedway event hosted by Waterloo Regional Kart Club. The shifters always bring everyone to the stands to watch their exciting standing start, and their fast close racing. The WRKC is very pleased we are able to add this exciting class to what is already going to be a great day of racing. Practice is scheduled for Saturday July 10th and the race is on Sunday July 11th. Last year marked the first visit of the BSRKC to Flamboro Speedway and the feedback was nothing but positive. The club has been hard at work to make sure this year’s event will be a huge success, and looks forward to playing host to the best 4 stroke racers in Ontario as well as the shifter karts. Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Innisfil Preview June 10 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship heads to the historic Innisfil Indy Kartways located in Gilford, Ontario this weekend for the second double-header weekend. The event will be the first regional race run on the newly repaved track and racers can expect to see speeds up and action in every corner. The Launi family has pulled out all the stops to welcome the regions best racers as they look to master the ten-turn, 1.1 km track. The new paving will see a dramatic change in racing from seasons past according to track veteran and GP Kart team member Frank Launi. >> Read more Brian Stewart Racing Benefit Golf Tournament June 9 - Brian Stewart Racing is organizing the first-ever BSR Benefit Golf Tournament for July 14th, 2010, to be held at the exclusive and private Briars Golf Course just north of Toronto. 18 holes will be followed by a chicken and rib dinner and a silent auction at The Lake Simcoe Arms. A shotgun start at 1 PM will pit three generations of racers against each other for an afternoon of fun on the greens. Putting and driving (in this case on the fairway) competitions as well as prizes for the winning foursome will be up for grabs. All of the proceeds raised will be donated to the not-for-profit karting series for which Brian Stewart is the namesake, the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship (BSRKC). >> Flyer and entry form More Hotel Rooms Available for Leamington June 4 - The Howard Johnson Hotel has just confirmed the following rooms have just been released and are being held for BSRKC participants only: 5 doubles smoking 20 doubles non-smoking 5 single queen smoking 5 single queen non-smoking with pullout couch The multiple night group rate is $135 and includes up to two adults and two children 17 and under. The single night rate is the regular rate and only if available. Rates include breakfast and hotel facilities. Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Kawartha Report May 25 - The second weekend of the 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship is now in the books after a unique Sunday-Monday event held at Kawartha Downs and Speedway opened the year for the 2-stroke classes as well as Honda Junior Medium. Beautiful blue skies, and temperatures hovering at 30 degrees matched the hot action on the semi-temporary Kawartha track. The weekend featured many drivers taking the first regional victory of their careers as well as some drivers who kicked off a great start in defending their 2009 BSRKC Class championships. >> Read more Last Minute Details for Kawartha Speedway Event May 19 - Registration will remain open on Sunday, May 23 from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm. Trailers and vehicles do not have to be moved out of the paddock on the Sunday night. They may remain in their spots until after the event is over on Monday. BSRKC Double-Header at Kawartha Speedway May 19 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship will present its first 2-cycle event of the 2010 season this Sunday, May 23 and Monday, May 24 at Kawartha Speedway. This event will be the first to be run in the new double header format that will be used for most of the 2-cycle events in 2010. This new format allows the series to offer an eight race championship while minimizing the number of weekends involved. The 2-cycle classes will be joined by the 4-cycle Honda Junior Medium class, as will be the case for the entire 2010 season. Among the 2-cycle classes are Rotax Mini Max, Rotax Junior, Rotax Senior, Rotax DD2 and ICC/MOTO. The BSRKC series is an official qualifying series for the Canadian Rotax Max National Championships. >> Read more Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Round #1 Race Report May 17 - Beautiful sunny skies welcomed 103 4-cycle Honda drivers to 3-S Go Karts in Sutton, Ontario for the opening round of the 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship. On the track, the racing was nerve-racking as nearly every race went down to the wire, while off the track, the feel in the paddock was electric with excitement as many drivers and teams made their first regional event start of the year. The new event style of practice on Saturday, race on Sunday received big thumbs up from many competitors and families, and in turn drew a very large turnout. Brian Stewart of Brian Stewart Racing, a Firestone Indy Lights racing team, was on hand to help present trophies and prizes as well as interact with karters throughout the day’s events. As always, Simcoe Kart Club welcomed everyone to their home track with open arms, and did a fantastic job as the host club. >> Read more BSRKC Ready for 2010 Championship Season May 14 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship (BSRKC) is ready for its fifth season of Ontario regional competition. With their opening round set for this weekend at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton, it will be the first of an eight weekend series that has split its events into two unique weekends, dividing the two stroke and four stroke classes. The Indy Racing League® continues to recognize the series as part of Brian Stewart Racing’s involvement in the Firestone Indy Lights™ series. All Rotax races are qualifiers for the Rotax Max Challenge Series and the Canadian National Championships. >> Read more Reminder - 2010 Club Membership Cards Required May 12 - All racers are required to present their 2010 membership cards from their ASN-affiliated clubs at event registration. Racers who have not received their membership cards yet from their respective club Registrars should ask their club Registrars to send an email before the first event to LyndaChiovitti@hotmail.com to confirm their 2010 status with their home kart clubs. BSRKC 2010 Season Starts May 16 in Sutton May 10 - Simcoe Kart Club will host the first round for the 4 cycle classes racing in the 2010 BSRKC Series this Sunday, May 16 at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton. Full details including downloadable entry form, event schedule, accommodations and pre-tech forms are located in the 2010 Schedule page on the bsrkc.com website. >> Read more BSRKC 2010 Race 1 Accommodations Information Updated May 7 - The information on available accommodations for the first BSRKC race at Sutton has been updated. Please see the document for details. Notice - Disposal of Used Tires May 4 - Discarded used tires and oil are among the most serious issues faced by all track owners. Mike Adams of MG Tires Canada has offered to appropriately dispose of used tires delivered to him. Competitors are advised to take used tires to the MG Tires trailer instead of throwing them in a garbage container or abandoning them. BSRKC would like to thank to Mike for offering this service, and thank the competitors for helping the series to be more environmentally responsible. BSRKC 2010 Bulletin - ICC-Moto Dry Tires May 4 - BSRKC has issued a bulletin regarding the dry tires to be used for the ICC-Moto class. Competitors in this class may now use any model of MG dry tire. Read the bulletin BSRKC 2010 Supplementary Regulations Available April 28 - The Supplementary Regulations for the 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship are now available from the 2010 Regulations page. BSRKC 2010 Event Schedules, Entry Forms and Accommodations Details Available April 20 - Event schedules and entry forms for all events of the 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship are now available from the 2010 Schedule page, as well as information for accommodations for most events. Please note that you can pre-register for each event until 14 days in advance of that event. The pre-registration deadline for each event is noted on the related entry form. Please take advantage of this opportunity to avoid registration lineups at the events. BSRKC 2010 Event Schedules and Entry Forms Available April 20 - Event schedules and entry forms for all events of the 2010 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship are now available from the 2010 Schedule page. Please note that you can pre-register for each event until 14 days in advance of that event. The pre-registration deadline for each event is noted on the related entry form. Please take advantage of this opportunity to avoid registration lineups at the events. BSRKC 2010 Supplementary Regulations April 9 - ASN Canada published its Sporting and Technical Regulations today. The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Supplementary Regulations, which incorporate the ASN Regulations by reference, will be finalized and published by April 20, 2010. BSRKC 2010 Schedule Finalized March 3 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship is pleased to announce its finalized 2010 race schedule and event locations. The series will continue to run a split schedule with three four-cycle only and three two-cycle only race weekends along with two combined weekends. The two-cycle weekends will now become double-header weekends giving Rotax racers more race time. >> Read more >> Schedule BSRKC Renewed as Rotax Max Challenge Canada Qualifying Series February 12 - BSRKC is pleased to announce that the series has been renewed as a Rotax Max Challenge Canada Qualifying Series in 2010. With strong fields, BSRKC will continue to be ideal preparation for anyone planning to compete in the 2010 RMC. 2010 Rotax Max Challenge Canada Regulations Available February 4 - The 2010 RMC Canada Regulations are now available, and can be accessed from the 2010 Regulations page. Any racers who plan to compete in the Florida Winter Tour are reminded that they should check the FWT web site for the regulations being used at the FWT. BSRKC 2009 Champions' Gala February 2 - Each year every organization worth its salt jots down a wish list of what it wants to accomplish. The BSRKC Series is no different. On January 30, BSRKC completed its wish list with the celebration of the Champions' Yearend Banquet and Awards Gala at the Destiny Banquet Hall and Convention Centre in Woodbridge, Ontario. >> Read more >> Photo gallery BSRKC Tire Poll Results January 31 - As announced at last night's Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series awards banquet, the final results of the 2010 tire poll are in. Of the 271 drivers eligible to vote, 112 submitted votes, and MG FZ ("Yellow") were chosen by a 71-41 margin (63%). The BSRKC series is following the expressed wishes of the drivers, and will continue with the MG FZ tire in 2010. BSRKC Event Venue Change January 22 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship regrets to inform the Ontario karting community, its member clubs, and loyal racers that the Mosport International Karting facility has removed itself from the 2010 schedule. Mosport International Karting owner Ken Flute informed the BSRKC executive of this decision today. >> Read more Autosports Media Group Special Offer January 22 - Autosports Media Group, the official media partner and photographer of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship (BSRKC), has announced a very special offer to all the participants and families of the BSRKC. From now until Saturday January 30, 2010, any Photo CD Package order will earn the purchaser a ballot into a draw for a custom 20x30 canvas print mounted on a wood frame, valued at $150.00. >> Read more Brian Stewart Racing Bridges the Gap from Karting to Indy Lights January 18 - Four-time Indy Lights Champions, Brian Stewart Racing announced today that they will enter a team in the Star Mazda Championship presented by Goodyear in 2010. Coupled with the recent addition of a USF2000 team, Brian Stewart Racing now has a solid ladder leading from the BSRKC karting series all the way to Indy Lights. >> Read more Reminder: BSRKC Host Hotel Discount Deadline is January 15 January 13 - In order to receive the discounted rate at the BSRKC yearend banquet host hotel, the Comfort Inn requires all guests to make their reservations by Jan. 15. Help Get Ellen DeGeneres Into A Brian Stewart Racing Car January 13 - Indy Car driver and owner Sarah Fisher is leading a charge to get Ellen DeGeneres to attend the Indy 500 and to appear in the book that she is working on. Brian Stewart Racing is prepared to go one better and not only have Ellen as their guest at a racing event, but also let Ellen and Portia de Rossi drive a BSR racing car. You can help by following "Ellen2RaceCar" on Twitter. You can also send your messages of support to Ellen to her Twitter "TheEllenShow". Help get Ellen "on track"! Reminder: BSRKC Banquet Ticket Deadline is January 15 January 7 - The deadline for ticket sales for the The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series year-end banquet and awards gala is January 15. 2010. Don't miss out! >> Read more >> Event flyer >> Ticket order form BSRKC To Award Three New Prizes January 5 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship (BSRKC) is pleased to announce that the winners in the Rotax DD2, Rotax Junior and Rotax Senior classes will each receive free registration at what has become one of Canada’s premier races, the special Canadian National Bear Hunt races at Shannonville Motorsport Park. >> Read more Brian Stewart Racing Launches F2000 Team December 22 - After more than a decade, Brian Stewart Racing is returning to the F2000 Series in 2010. The team will compete in 12 races over 7 weekend events as part of the USF2000 Series that is sanctioned by the Indy Racing League's Road to Indy Ladder Program. The F2000 Team is part of a comprehensive Driver Development Program that provides drivers with an open-wheel stepping stone between karting and Indy Lights. Please refer to the press release for more details. >> Read more Granja Viana 500 Race Report From Brendon Bain December 21 - Brendon Bain has provided us with the full story of his trip to Brazil where he represented BSRKC in the prestigious Granja Viana 500 courtesy of MG Tires. >> Read more BSRKC Tire Poll December 14 - In response to concerns about the tires being used in BSRKC for 4-stroke classes, BSRKC is now conducting a poll of 2009 competitors regarding the tires to be used in 2010. The two alternatives are: stick with the MG FZ ("yellow") in 2010; and switch to the MG HZ ("red") for 2010. >> Read more Photos from the 2009 Granja Viana 500 December 6 - Brendon Bain is in Brazil representing BSRKC and racing against an international field at the 2009 Granja Viana 500. The first photos have arrived, and the gallery will be updated as we receive more. >> View the gallery BSRKC Announces 2010 Schedule and Class Structure December 4 - The organizers of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship are pleased to announce that the schedule and class structure for the 2010 season are set. BSRKC has always striven to be the series that is organized by karters and for karters. Keeping with this tradition, the organizers have been paying close attention to what the racers have to say. >> Read more BSRKC Announces Change of Banquet Venue November 30 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series year-end banquet and awards gala scheduled for Saturday, January 30, 2010, has been relocated to the Destiny Banquet Hall & Convention Centre at 4220 Steeles Ave. West, in Woodbridge, Ontario. This elegant venue is located just two blocks west of La Vita and is owned by the same extraordinary group. >> Read more >> Event flyer >> Ticket order form BSRKC Candidates Chosen for BSR Interviews November 11 - This Saturday, November 14th, 2009, Matt France, Darren White and Zack Meyer will each meet with and undergo a one hour in depth interview with Brian Stewart, Founder of Brian Stewart Racing and Janet Stewart, Team Principal and Vice President of Corporate Services. At stake is a test drive in a BSR Firestone Indy Lights IRL race car. >> Read more Florida Winter Tour Registration Information November 3 - The Florida Winter Tour has now opened up registration for the 2010 series. Please note that all competitors under the age of 18 will need to submit proof of age with their registrations, and in Rotax Micro Max, Rotax Mini Max and Formula Cadet first-time FWT competitors will also be required to provide a completed FWT Rookie Form. Please see the FWT online registration instructions for full details. BSRKC 2009 Awards Banquet and Gala October 31 - The BSRKC banquet and awards gala is scheduled for Saturday, January 30, 2010. Please refer to the Banquet Flyer and the Ticket Order/Seating Arrangement forms for details and deadlines. Event flyer Ticket order form BSRKC Announces Winner of Granja Viana 500 Draw October 8 - The BSRKC’s draw for the free trip to Brazil to compete in the Granja Viana 500 sponsored by MG Tires was drawn on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at the Rocket Robbie Benefit Enduro in Sutton. The Granja Viana 500 is an international charity event hosted by Brazil that receives worldwide media attention. Professional race car drivers Barrichello, Massa, Kanaan, Fittipaldi and Piquet, to name but a few, bring their star power to it. Brendon Bain, kart #19 in the Rotax DD2 class, won the draw. >> Read more BSRKC Draws Granja 500 Free Trip to Brazil at Rocket Robbie Benefit Enduro September 30 - The draw for the BSRKC’s free trip to Brazil to compete in the world famous Granja Viana 500 will take place this Sunday, October 4 at the Rocket Robbie McMullen benefit enduro, hosted by the Simcoe Kart Club and the Toronto Kart Club at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton. Past winners of this BSRKC trip have had the opportunity to compete with such stars as Rubens Barrichello, Felipe Massa, Tony Kanaan, Christian Fittipaldi and Nelson Piquet Jr. >> Read more BSRKC 2009 Standings Now Official September 26 - The final standings for the 2009 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship series are now official. Congratulations to all the champions. BSRKC Announces Florida Winter Tour Prize Winners September 24 - The Principals, Organizers and Sponsors of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series are pleased to announce the winners of the Florida Winter Tour prize package. Lorenzo Mandarino, winner of the Rotax Senior class, and Garett Grist, winner of the Rotax Junior class, were awarded entry fees to the January 2010 round of the Formula Kart Productions Florida Winter Tour International Rotax Max Challenge event weekend. >> Read more BSRKC Announces Newest Sponsor September 23 - The Principals and Organizers of the BSRKC Series are proud to announce a new addition to our ever growing list of generous and high profile sponsors. K-Line Insulators Limited and Mark and Cinde Kellett have agreed to sponsor the trophies and appreciation plaques that we will be presenting at our year-end banquet and awards gala on Saturday, January 30, 2010. >> Read more Unofficial 2009 Final Standings Now Available September 10 - The unofficial final standings for the 2009 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championshipseries are now available via the menu. Final rechecking is underway, and the official results will be made available soon. BSRKC 2010 Kart Number Registrations and Announcements September 9 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship is pleased to announce that number registration for the 2010 series has now opened, and registrations have already started to arrive. Please use this form and submit it as soon as possible to ensure that you get the number you want. Check back frequently, as several other important announcements regarding the 2010 series will be released soon. >> Read more Rotax Coverage from BSRKC Finale Courtesy of Canadian Karting News September 9 - Canadian Karting News has graciously allowed us to share their coverage by Jason Holland of the Rotax Max Challenge classes at the final BSRKC event at Kawartha Speedway. >> Read more Full Coverage of BSRKC Finale Courtesy of eKartingNews.ca September 8 - eKartingNews.ca has kindly allowed us to share their coverage of the final round of the 2009 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series at Kawartha Downs and Speedway: >> Sunday report >> Monday report BSRKC Heads Into Final Round Action September 2 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship begins its final weekend of racing action for the 2009 season with round six taking place this Labour Day long weekend. Racing will start with official series practice being held on Saturday followed by two full days of competition on Sunday and holiday Monday. The BSRKC has enjoyed amazing competition all season long with loyal karters swelling the entries to record numbers. This final round at the exciting Kawartha Speedway will be no exception as racers look to finish off the season with strong performances. Read the full story courtesy of eKartingNews.ca. Cash is King at 2009 BSRKC Finale at Kawartha Speedway August 19 - The final race of the 2009 BSRKC Series will be contested at Kawartha Speedway on Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7, 2009. Each of the top three in all classes with 10 or more entries will be racing for cold, hard cash. No cheques! Many championships remain to be determined at this race. >> Read more Complete Information Available for BSRKC Race 6 at Kawartha Speedway August 7 - All forms and schedules for BSRKC Race 6 at Kawartha Speedway are now available from the 2009 Schedule page. BSRKC Shannonville Bear Hunt Coverage Courtesy of eKartingNews.ca August 3 - eKartingNews.ca was on site for the BSRKC Shannonville Bear Hunt, and provided full coverage as well as winner interviews by Jeff Grist. >> Event preview >> Friday report >> Saturday report >> Sunday report >> Event recap BSRKC Update - Registration Shannonville July 24 - BSRKC has received a number of inquiries regarding registration at the BSRKC Canadian National BEAR Hunt races at Shannonville Motorsport Park. Registration will be open and available every day as per the revised schedule to accommodate the arrival times, summer school and work related issues that have been raised. Please see the press release for more details. >> Read more BSRKC Update on Friday Night Pig Roast at Shannonville July 23 - On Friday, July 31st, John Nooyen, Eric Van Eerd and Nick Draganac, will be roasting up two piggies for a complimentary dinner to which they have now added baked potatoes and brown beans. John, Eric and Nick are asking everyone to bring a dinner plate, cutlery, your choice of libations and/or light beverages, as well as a lawn chair, so that everyone can sit back, relax and enjoy each other’s company while savoring their delicious cuisine. >> Read more BSRKC Race 3 and 4 Coverage Courtesy of eKartingNews.ca July 22 - eKartingNews.ca has provided us with their race reports from Round 3 at Mosport and Round 4 at Flamboro: >> Mosport Saturday report >> Mosport Sunday report >> Flamboro Saturday report >> Flamboro Sunday report BSRKC Canadian National Bear Hunt Races at Shannonville Motorsport Park July 22 - The principals, organizers, officials and volunteers of the BSRKC Series together with our very generous special event sponsors A to Z Capital Corp., DFR DeFrancesco Racing & Andy DeFrancesco, and co-sponsors, 401 Dixie Nissan/Infiniti & Peter Geer, CF Group & Cole Cacciavillani, and Quinlan Inc. & Todd Quinlan, are looking forward to welcoming everyone to the 2009 edition of the Canadian National BEAR Hunt races at Shannonville Motorsport Park. Once again the fearless will arrive on July 29 to August 2 to capture what has undoubtedly become the prized show-piece of one’s racing talent - the famed BEAR trophies. Twenty-two karters will rise to the occasion and take one home. Will you be one of them? >> Read more BSRKC Races 3 and 4 Coverage Courtesy of Canadian Karting News July 22 - Canadian Karting News has graciously allowed us to share their coverage of round 3 at Mosport and round 4 at Flamboro: >> Mosport report >> Flamboro report BSRKC Flamboro Trailer/Parking Information July 8 - The series organizers and the Waterloo Regional Kart Club are pleased to announce that they have made arrangements with the track to open for parking trailers on the evening of Thursday July 9th from 5 pm to 7 pm. Any equipment, trailers etc., left on site will be left at the owner’s risk. This should help make it easier for those arriving on Friday morning. Reminder: Transponder Holders July 7 - BSRKC wishes to remind competitors of the following item in the 2009 Supplementary Regulations: "All competitors must have both the 'old' style and 'new' style transponder mounting brackets installed on their karts." A limited number of transponder holders of both types will be available for sale at the event. Competitors are advised to equip themselves with both types of transponder holders in advance. Excitement Building for BSRKC Race 4 at Flamboro Speedway July 7 - Why all the excitement? First you have a series that keeps getting bigger and better with each event. Second, you have racing that has been spectacular in every class. Now add a new track to the series that combines a banked turn, a long straight away, and a very challenging technical infield section! Now you know why Flamboro Speedway will be the place to be on July 10th, 11th and 12th. >> Read more Ten Reasons Why You Should Pre-Register for Shannonville July 1 - The prestigious BSRKC Canadian National Bear Hunt races drew more than 480 entries last year. The BSRKC Series currently has almost 500 kart numbers registered. With last year’s record setting entries, the growth pattern appears to be set in stone. With cash and prizes, and the venerable Bear trophies to be won, do you really not want to be prepared for this spectacular event? >> Read more Shannonville Grandstand Parking Sold Out June 30 - The BSRKC Series Principals and Organizers together with its sponsors A to Z Capital Corp., DFR DeFrancesco Racing and Andy DeFrancesco, wish to announce that, effective immediately, the grandstand parking at Shannonville Motorsport Park is completely sold out. The Shannonville pre-registration form, available from the 2009 Schedule page, has been updated to reflect this fact. Flamboro Schedule and Class Structure Update June 30 - The Junior TAG and Senior TAG classes have been dropped from the schedule for Race 4 at Flamboro due to inadequate turnouts at Races 2 and 3. With this change, the ICC/Moto class has been moved from Saturday to Sunday to balance out the number of classes racing each day. All documents referenced on the 2009 Schedule page have been updated to reflect these changes. Bulletin: Change of Spec Fuel Station for Race 4 June 25 - The spec fuel station for 4-cycle classes for BSRKC 2009 Race 4 has been changed. >> Read the bulletin Practice Schedule for BSRKC Mosport June 18 - Mosport International Karting has made their facilities available for practice for the entire week leading up to Event 3 of the 2009 BSRKC series. Practice is available at Mosport on Friday June 26 from 8:00am until 8:00pm for the standard $50.00 practice rate. Also, any competitor can practice Monday to Thursday from 10:00am to 5:00pm for $40.00 per day. Please see the schedule section for the practice class rotation. Event Information for Mosport, Flamboro and Shannonville Available June 12 - Complete event information is now available on the schedule page for the BSRKC races at Mosport, Flamboro and Shannonville, including accommodations, event schedules, entry forms and pre-tech forms. BSRKC Race 2 Coverage Courtesy of eKartingNews.ca June 11 - eKartingNews.ca was on site again for the second round of the 2009 BSRKC series, and has allowed us to share their excellent race reports: >> Saturday report >> Sunday report BSRKC Race 2 - Overflow Parking June 2 - All overflow parking of cars and pickup trucks only will be permitted to park on private property at 26309 Park Rd. From Highway 48, this is the last driveway on the right hand side before you arrive at the 3-S Go Karts track. Please note that the by-law department at the Town of Georgina will enforce parking regulations on Park Rd. Vehicles with tires marked by the by-law officers must be moved every three hours, and anyone parking illegally will be ticketed. >> Read more Bulletin: Change of Spec Fuel Station for Race 2 May 31 - Due to the relocation of BSRKC Race 2, the spec fuel station has been changed. >> Read the bulletin Bulletin: Change of Venue for Race 2 May 31 - BSRKC Race 2 has been relocated from Hamilton to 3-S Go Karts in Sutton, ON. >> Read the bulletin BSRKC Race 2 Venue Change May 31 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship notifies all series competitors and supporting clubs that the location for round two has been changed to 3-S Go Karts in Sutton, ON. The change in venue was the result of extenuating circumstances and for reasons beyond the control of the BSRKC Steering Committee. For this reason it has been decided to change the venue for this event. While the notice is short, Series Officials worked every possible scenario in close cooperation with Cameron Motorsports representatives to resolve all issues in order to proceed as scheduled. Schedule details will be updated shortly. >> Read more BSRKC Race 1 Photo Gallery Courtesy of eKartingNews.ca May 27 - eKartingNews.ca and Cody Schindel of Autosports Media have graciously shared a photo gallery from Race 1 at Sutton. Autosports Media has also announced an extension to their special offers on photo prints for BSRKC participants. >> Click here to view the gallery and the offer. BSRKC Race 1 Coverage Courtesy of eKartingNews.ca May 27 - eKartingNews.ca was at the first event all weekend at Sutton, and has provided some excellent coverage of the action on track: >> Saturday report >> Sunday report Thanks to the folks at eKartingNews.ca for allowing us to share these reports. BSRKC Ready to Kick Off 2009 Season May 20 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series embarks on their fourth season of competition in Ontario as karters from all over the province take to the 3-S Go Karts track, home to the Simcoe Kart Club. Event organizers have been working diligently to prepare for an amazing season of competition. With over 430 registered karters, the fields in all sixteen classes should be tight and very competitive. The Simcoe Kart Club and the Waterloo Regional Kart Club have worked in tandem to make this series competitive, enjoyable and rewarding for all participants. >> Read more Bulletin: Clarification of Tires for Rotax Classes May 20 - To address an inconsistency between the RMC rules published on www.maxchallenge.ca and www.asncanada.com, BSRKC has issued a bulletin to clarify the allowed tires for the Rotax RMC classes. The dry tires for Rotax DD2 are Mojo D3, while the dry tires for Rotax Senior and Rotax Junior are Mojo D2. >> Read the bulletin IROCK Chassis and Cheetah Engines May 20 - Please note that IROCK chassis and Cheetah engines are welcome to race in the appropriate TAG classes at all BSRKC events. Bulletin: Change of Spec Fuel Station for Race 1 May 19 - Due to the unexpected closure of the originally specified fuel station for BSRKC Race 1 at Sutton, the spec fuel station for four cycle classes has been changed to the Petro-Canada in Baldwin, ON, south of Sutton on Highway 48. >> Read the bulletin Rotax Micro Max and Mini Max Gear and Carburetor Requirements for Race 1 May 16 - BSRKC has announced the gears and carburetor parts that must be used at Race 1 at Sutton: Micro Max: 14 tooth front sprocket, 80 tooth rear sprocket, 130 main jet, 3.6 floats w/ 60-60-60 Mini Max: 13 tooth front sprocket. 2008 Gallery of Champions May 15 - Cody Schindel of Autosports Media has contributed an excellent set of photos for the BSRKC 2008 Gallery of Champions. Enjoy! BSRKC Adds Two Florida Winter Tour Prizes May 13 - The Principals, Organizers and Volunteers of the BSRKC Series are pleased to announce the addition of two Florida Winter Tour prizes to the list of 2009 awards. Bill Wright, owner of Formula Kart Productions Inc., has offered the following to the BSRKC Rotax Junior and Rotax Senior Rotax Max Challenge Class Champions. Formula Kart Productions Inc. will provide the entry fees for the January 2010 round of the Formula Kart Productions Florida Winter Tour Rotax Max Challenge event weekend. >> Read more Simcoe Kart Club Prepares to Host BSRKC Race 1 May 11 - 3-S Go Karts in Sutton is well on its way to making preparations to welcome karters to BSRKC Race #1, presented by CF Group & Cole Cacciavillani, and Quinlan Inc. & Todd Quinlan and hosted by the Simcoe Kart Club on May 22, 23 and 24. 3-S Go Karts will be open every day for practice leading up to the BSRKC’s first event of 2009. Two-cycle practice is from 9:30am to 6:00pm., and four-cycle practice is from 9:00am to 9:00pm. The fee for practice is $50.00. This fee is waived for 3-S Go Karts annual track members. >> Read the full press release Autosports Media Group BSRKC Special Photo Offer May 7 - Autosports Media Group has introduced a new offer to obtain large format personalized race photos at a special discount. >> See the flyer Autosports Media Group and Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Renew Winning Partnership for 2009 April 21 - Autosports Media Group and the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship have extended their successful partnership for another season. Autosports Media Group will provide drivers in every classification an amazing prize package that will total over $45,000 among the 16 classes. >> Read more RMC 2009 Technical Regulations Revised April 16 - The RMC 2009 Technical Regulations have been revised. The new document is at the same URL as the old document. If you have already downloaded or printed the document, check the version on the first page. The new document shows Version 2009.04.14. Changes are in sections 3 (Kart), 4 (Tires), 9.1 (5.8) Exhaust port timing (Max), and 9.1 (5.8) Exhaust port timing (DD2). Please see the 2009 Regulations page for links to thie document and all other regulations documents. BSRKC 2009 Supplementary Regulations Available April 11 - BSRKC has released its 2009 Supplementary Regulations. Please see the 2009 Regulations page for links to thie document and all other regulations documents. All BSRKC 2009 Accommodations Now Available April 7 - BSRKC has arranged special discounts for accommodations for all 2009 events. Please see the 2009 Schedule page for links to the accommodation details for each race. Please also pay particular attention to the deadline date for receiving the discount at each hotel. Event Schedule and Forms Available for Race 1 at Sutton April 5 - The event schedule and the entry and pre-tech forms are now available for Race 1 of the 2009 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series. Please see the 2009 Schedule page for links to these documents. BSRKC 2009 Accommodations Available April 1 - BSRKC has arranged special discounts for accommodations for the Sutton, Flamboro, Shannonville and Kawartha races. Accommodation information for the Hamilton and Mosport races will be available shortly. Please see the 2009 Schedule page for links to the accommodation details for each race. Please also pay particular attention to the deadline date for receiving the discount at each hotel. BSRKC 2009 Supplementary Regulations March 11 - The BSRKC 2009 Supplementary Regulations are now being prepared, and will be completed by March 30, 2009. This work could not be started until the ASN Canada and RMC regulations were completed. BSRKC Renewed as Canadian RMC Qualifier March 11 - The principals, organizers and sponsors of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series are pleased to announce that the BSRKC series has again been granted qualifier status for the Canadian Rotax Max Challenge. Competitors in the 2009 BSRKC series can qualify for the Nationals by racing in at least three of the BSRKC events that are held prior to the Nationals. >> Read more BSRKC and SKC Representatives at WRKC Trade Show February 17 - Representatives for both the Simcoe Kart Club and the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series (BSRKC) will be on hand this Saturday, February 21, at the Waterloo Regional Kart Club Go-Kart Trade Show and Flea Market. All business pertaining to SKC's 2009 Memberships, Medicals and Parental Waivers, as well as registering your numbers in the BSRKC Series, will be conducted from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, with copies of both Race Schedules available for pick-up. Also, for those BSRKC racers that have not yet informed us of their ASN Canada FIA kart club affiliation, we kindly ask that you please use this occasion to bring us up to date with this information. The 2009 karting season is fast approaching so let's all work together to make Registration on race days go as smoothly and effortlessly as possible. BSRKC Announces 2009 Race Schedule February 11 -The Principals and Organizers of the BSRKC Series have all been hard at work organizing the 2009 Race Schedule. Months of contract negotiations, long distance telephone calls, numerous emails, as well as the substantial mileage incurred to attend the various meetings necessary to organize the best series possible, have resulted in the following BSRKC race schedule. >> Read more BSRKC $74,340 Banquet Grand Finale February 3 - The Principals and Organizers of the BSRKC Series, together with the Simcoe Kart Club and the Waterloo Regional Kart Club, are extremely proud to have brought the 2008 season to such a successful close. We especially hope that all 213 guests that attended the gala last Saturday, Jan. 31 at La Vita Banquet Halls, once again came away truly satisfied with the manner in which the Series conducted itself. In order to appreciate the success of the 2008 BSRKC Banquet and Awards Gala one has to understand the financials attached to organizing such a Grand Finale on your behalf. >> Read more BSRKC Number Registrations Far Ahead of 2008 Pace February 2 - Number registrations for the 2009 BSRKC series have now reached 291. Last year at this time, 199 numbers had been registered, on the way to an eventual total of 469. After the huge success of the 2008 BSRKC series, the pace of number registrations for this year is forecasting a truly amazing 2009 series. Of particular note, in contrast to some recent rumors, there are now ten registered numbers for ICC/Moto, thereby ensuring that this will be an official BSRKC class in 2009. Please remember that the deadline for determining official class status is March 1, 2009. All drivers are strongly encouraged to register their kart numbers prior to the deadline to ensure that their classes are included in the series. Last Minute Addition to BSRKC Banquet Prizes! January 30 - BSRKC is pleased to announce that Luis Ruibal of MG Tires, through Mike Adams and MG Tires Canada, has generously donated six sets of MG tires to be raffled at the BSRKC banquet, adding to an already impressive prize list. This banquet promises to be the biggest and best yet! BSRKC Banquet Moves to Larger Room January 27 - Here we grow again! Two hundred racers, family and friends, sponsors and special guests will be attending the BSRKC Banquet and Awards Gala this Saturday, January 31, 2009. In order to accommodate all of us, La Vita Banquet Halls has moved our gala from their Vita Doro room to the Dolce room located at the front entrance of their building. The free bar opens at 6:00 pm with hot hors d’oeuvres served before the delicious five course dinner at 6:30 pm. We have a full itinerary planned and respectfully ask that everyone arrives in a timely manner. WRKC Go Kart Trade Show and Flea Market January 16 - The Waterloo Regional Kart Club will be holding its Go Kart Trade Show and Flea Market on February 21 at the Rockton Fairgrounds from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Admission is $5.00 per person (children under 7 free). >> Event flyer Reminder - BSRKC 2008 Awards Banquet and Gala January 6 - The Third Annual BSRKC Awards Banquet and Gala, featuring a special guest appearance by Mr. Brian Stewart, will take place Saturday, January 31, 2009. Tickets must be pre-paid by January 15. See the event flyer for full ticket info and hotel discount info. >> Event flyer >> Host hotel BSRKC Banquet Tickets - Early Availability December 2 - BSRKC banquet tickets will be available at the following locations at the indicated times: If you are attending the invitation only WRKC Engine Meeting at the Super 8 Motel in Cambridge on Saturday, December 6, please note that the BSRKC Banquet Tickets will be available for purchase at 10:00 am. If you are attending the invitation only BSRKC Clubs and Tracks meeting at the Super 8 Motel in Cambridge on Saturday, December 6, please note that the BSRKC Banquet tickets will be available for purchase after the meeting at 3:30 pm. If you are attending the Simcoe Kart Club Fall General Meeting and Elections at 401 Indoor Mini-Indy on Sunday, December 7, please note that the BSRKC Banquet Tickets will be available for purchase during the break and after the meeting at 1:30 pm. Granja Viana 500 Full Race Report From Michael Glaze November 23 - Michael Glaze has provided us with the full story of his trip to Brazil where he represented BSRKC in the prestigious Granja Viana courtesy of MG Tires. >> Read more BSRKC Announces Details for 2008 Awards Banquet and Gala November 20 - The Principals and Organizer of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series are pleased to announce the details for the Third Annual BSRKC Awards Banquet and Gala featuring a special guest appearance by Mr. Brian Stewart. See the event flyer for full ticket info and hotel discount info. Dress: Semi-formal. >> Event flyer >> Host hotel Granja Viana 500 Race Report From Michael Glaze November 16 - Here is the Michael Glaze's Granja Viana 500 race report. "Hi every one - left for track at 9am, beautiful day not a cloud in the sky. - When we arrived at the track there was lot of excitement in the air. - We had our team meeting in the morning, where Sabia and the team wanted me to start, then Cody, Bradley, and Joe. - About 11am we had our final kart weigh in, with all drivers. - Getting closer to 12 noon we had our track drivers meeting, I couldn't understand a word. - Race time was to be at 1pm, but with all that was going on it didn't start to about 1:20pm. - Standing on the starting grid at 34oC and with 60 plus was drivers was exciting, wondering what was going to happen next. - Well here we go 5 minute warning, then 1 minute, and we're off starting 42nd. - I got a great and clean start, getting 10 spots or so on the 1st lap. - Lots of traffic, but at the end of my 1st stint I was able to get to 8th spot on the leader board. - We fell back to 18th after the pit stop I think, and Cody took us back up to 6th place, looking good. - In Bradley's and Joe's stint, they did great, a few laps down but still in 10th spot after the pit stop. - In my 2nd stint, moving into 8th spot, trouble struck, going into the sharp left hander I turned but no go, into the tire wall I went with a tire sitting beside me. (spindle broke) - Well very disappointing, but this year they added every team has to do a 15 min lap on the scoring sheet, saved by the bell. - The crew ran out on the track picked the kart up, carried it to the scales, we had to weigh, changed the spindle, tires, alignment, and check kart over and we we back on the track in a 16 min lap. (fantastic) - Believe it or not we were still in it for a top 10 finish, as all other teams had to have a 15 min lap as well, I think we were still in the top 20 at this time. - Cody and Bradley were working their way forward, when early in Bradley's stint disaster struck again the motor let go. - Again the crew ran out, got the kart, weighed, changed the motor, and Bradley went back out in 31st spot. (very disappointing) - Sabia wanted me to finish and try and get what we could out of it. - Starting 27th in the final stint, I drove my ass off to try and get every position I could, driving at this time was getting aggressive. - Approximately 12 midnight, after 644 laps, I crossed the finish line in 16th spot to a shower of fire works on each side of the finish line, very cool. - A very disappointing, yet exciting day, as I think we were capable of a top five finish if all was well, but that's racing. - Said good bye's to the crew and got back to the hotel about 1:30am. - Good night and I will see you all at home. Mike" Granja Viana 500 Qualifying Results November 14 - The qualifying results are in; Michael Glaze's team has qualified in 42nd place. You can see results, and follow along with race results posted at different intervals, at www.cronomap.com and click on the Granja 500 symbol. >> See the starting grid Granja Viana 500 Day 3 Report From Michael Glaze November 14 - Here is the latest from Michael Glaze as he continues to prepare for the Granja Viana 500. "Brazil day 3 - left for track at 10am, nice morning. - Late start for practice, due to controlled practice session today with 3 groups each 45 mins long, we are in the 3rd group out. - We had the draw today to get our 2 race motors, each team draws for 2 sealed motors. - My first session out testing both motors, I was the fastest on the team with a 57.9, 5th fastest in the group. - Rained after our practice session for about a hour, then it got hot. - My second session out was better, as I got down to 57.7, 2nd fastest in our group, and the fastest on our team. - Our team had 4 practice sessions 45 mins long, with 2 drivers splitting each session. - At the end of a long day, 10pm Brazil time, our crew chief Sabia called a team meeting, where he chose me to qualify for the team tomorrow. - Got back to the hotel at 11:30pm, I'm beat good night. - We are leaving the hotel at 7:15 am for pre-qualifying practice." Preliminary Granja Viana Report From Michael Glaze November 13 - Michael Glaze has provided us with a quick summary of his experience so far in Brazil. "Brazil day 1 - All is well, and no problem with the flights. - Arrived in Brazil on Tuesday morning, at 10:10 am Brazil time, weather is great. - Met US team mates, Cody, Bradley, and Joe. - After hotel check in, we went to the track for kart adjustments, and to meet the crew. - Practice starts tomorrow. Brazil day 2 - Wednesday morning, raining on way to track. - Rain stopped as we got to track, delayed practice for a while to let track dry. - I was first on track for the team, 58 sec. flat on a green, damp track. Fast time for track is 57.4, thumbs up from crew chief. - As the heat of the day came on, the kart's handling went away and adjustments were made, (axle, front end, etc.) which brought my times back in the low 58 sec. respectable for the field. - Practice ended at 5pm, just as the rain started to fall." Michael Glaze Represents BSRKC at Granja Viana 500 in Brazil November 11 - Michael Glaze has now arrived in Brazil to contest the 2008 version of the world famous Granja Viana. As the winner of the BSRKC draw he is at the event to compete against a host of top level racers, including current and former Formula 1 drivers. A photo gallery has been created, and will be updated as more pictures from the event arrive. Check back often to follow Michael's progress at this prestigious event. >> View the gallery BSRKC Announces 2009 Classes and Schedule, Opens Number Registration, and Sets 2010 Direction October 27 - As a part of its ongoing focus on putting the needs of the racers first, the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series is pleased to announce its 2009 class structure. Number registration for 2009 is also now available, as well as the tentative 2009 BSRKC schedule. In addition, BSRKC has provided a statement of direction regarding its 2010 class structure. By taking these steps at this early date, BSRKC is able to provide karters with plenty of time to prepare for the 2009 season and beyond. >> Read more Patrick Writes Intro For SKC’S 19th Annual Year End Magazine October 21 - It’s official! IRL's IndyCar racing sensation Danica Patrick has written the introduction for Simcoe Kart Club’s 19th Annual Yearend Magazine. >> Read more BSRKC Announces Winner Of Free Trip To Brazil October 15 - In 2008 the karting gods were smiling down on Simcoe Kart Club member Michael Glaze. Michael captured the BSRKC TAG/Rotax Championship. On Oct. 5, Michael won the shootout for the Brian Stewart Racing IRL Indy Lights test drive by one tenth of a second. On Oct. 11, his name was drawn at the Waterloo Regional Kart Club Oktoberfest for the MG Tires sponsored free trip to Brazil to compete in the world famous Granja Viana 500 twelve hour charity enduro race. >> Read more BSRKC 2008 Final Points Standings Published October 7 - The final BSRKC 2008 points standings are now posted. On behalf of the Principals and Organizers, the Simcoe Kart Club and the Waterloo Regional Kart Club, and especially our generous sponsors, BSRKC would like to extend congratulations to all participants and class champions. >> Read more SKC's Rocket Robbie Benefit Enduro Sunday October 5 October 1 - Simcoe Kart Club hosts the 8th Annual Rocket Robbie McMullen Benefit Enduro this Sunday, October 5 at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton. This very special event is sponsored by CMR-Canadian Medical Response, 401 Mini-Indy Go-Karts, 3-S Go Karts, Mario Racing Karts Mfg. Inc., 401-Dixie Nissan/Infiniti, the Furfari Family, the Makos Family, BActive Sports Ltd., Bob Cunningham, Roy Schindel, Bob Nebel, Anna LaRosa and Janet Dzoch. >> Read more BSRKC Drivers Chosen for Stewart IRL Indy Lights Test Shootout September 23 - At 3:00 pm this Sunday, September 28, 2008, 3-S Go Karts in Sutton will host the karting shoot out for the BSRKC IRL Indy Lights test with Brian Stewart Racing. Seven very deserving BSRKC karters will test in both a Rotax TAG and a ICC shifter kart to demonstrate their racing skills and speeds in front of Mr. Stewart and the testing committee. >> Read more BSRKC Downsview Facilities Details September 10 - Please note the locations for the following in Grand Prix Kartways: Registration - Friday, Saturday and Sunday - Monaco Room Banquet - Friday 6-8 pm - Concert Hall Press Conference with Brian Stewart - Friday 8 pm - Silverstone Room BSRKC Returns to Toronto’s Downsview Park September 9 - Following the tradition set out last year by the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series, go kart racers return to Toronto’s exciting Downsview Park circuit on September 12, 13 and 14, 2008. In addition to the racing action, a press conference and dinner with Mr. Brian Stewart will be held on Friday evening. As usual at a BSRKC event, the prizes for this race event will be sensational. >> Read more Call for Volunteers for Downsview Park September 6 - We still have several volunteer positions to fill for the final race of the 2008 BSRKC series at Downsview Park. To volunteer, please email Lynda Chiovitti or phone Lynda at 905-722-3089. The BSRKC Windsor Karting Grand Prix Race attracted 216 entries. The success of that event was due to the dedicated officials and volunteers that worked diligently together with the City of Windsor. Please help us to repeat that success at Downsview Park together with the City of Toronto by making the 2008 finale as efficient and memorable as the previous five events. Please see the duty roster for details of the open positions. Downsview Park Documents Available September 4 - The event schedule, the practice schedule and the entry form for the final round of the 2008 BSRKC series at Downsview Park are now available. Windsor Karting Grand Prix Video Available September 4 - The camera was rolling at the recent Windsor Karting Grand Prix and captured the buzz of the event in this video. 2008 Windsor Prix Weekend Media Opportunities August 26 - There are many unique media opportunities available this weekend as world-class auto racing returns to the Motor City at the Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix, August 29-31, 2008. What follows is a look at some of the weekend’s highlighted events, featuring the Windsor Karting Grand Prix / IRL Brian Stewart Karting Racing Championship Series, the Blushing Brides - Rolling Stones Tribute Concerts, the Full Throttle! and Chatham Street Need for Speed activities, and the AP Motorsports/Race Windsor Car Show in downtown Windsor this racing weekend. Details and contact information have also been provided. >> Read more BSRKC Up Next - The Windsor Grand Prix! August 26 - Of everything involved in organizing a series like the BSRKC, event after event, shopping for the prizes may be the most enjoyable part. And, having just come back from Best Buy, what follows is the list of fantastic electronic prizes for the Junior racers. Senior racers will each receive same day prize cheques presented in the amounts of $250.00, $150.00 and $100.00 for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. CF Groups and Cole Cacciavillani are providing the draw prizes, and Autosports Media and Cody Schindel will have the Fast Qualifier pictures ready for both Saturday and Sunday’s Fast Qualifiers. >> Read more Windsor Karting Grand Prix Friday Practice Schedule August 25 - The Friday practice schedule for the 2008 BSRKC Windsor Karting Grand Prix is now available. >> View the schedule Update: RV Parking at the BSRKC Windsor Karting Grand Prix August 25 - The new track layout for the Windsor Karting Grand Prix has necessitated a change in the parking arrangements for RVs. RVs must now be parked at Riverside Dr. West and Caron Ave., which is a 10 minute walk from the track along the beautiful river front. Trailers and toy haulers are permitted at the track, however there are no electrical or water hook-ups there. We apologize for any inconvenience resulting from reconfiguring the track in order to make it as safe as possible. >> Street map showing RV parking area Clarification: Designated Fuel Station for Windsor August 22 - Please note that the fuel station specified in this bulletin is the designated fuel station for classes using Sunoco Ultra 94 as well as for 4-cycle classes. Windsor Karting Grand Prix Track Map and Directions August 21 - The Simcoe Kart Club and the Waterloo Regional Kart Club together with the Sunparlor Kart Club are extremely pleased to present to you the new track layout for the BSRKC Windsor Karting Grand Prix street race. This special event will take place on August 29, 30 and 31 along Windsor's downtown streets and river front including the breathtaking Festival Plaza. >> Track map >> Directions to event BSRKC Apparel Now Available August 19 - BSRKC is pleased to announce that it is making available several exciting items of series apparel featuring the BSRKC logo, in association with Makos Promotions. Any items ordered prior to Monday August 25 will be delivered prior to or at the Windsor Karting Grand Prix. >> Read more >> Order form Windsor Prix Web Site Launched August 18 - You may not yet be aware of the scope of the upcoming BSRKC event in Windsor. The Windsor Karting Grand Prix is a key part of a huge event taking place in Windsor from August 29 to 31. The event organizers have now launched a new web site to promote this spectacular event at www.windsorprix.ca. Please take a moment to visit the site and see the details of this outstanding event, including special promotions with the IRL Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix, live concerts, and much more. Bulletin: Windsor Karting Grand Prix – Designated Fuel Station August 18 - A new bulletin has been issued to specify the designated fuel station for the BSRKC race in Windsor. In addition, please remember to check the Regulations page on a regular basis for any changes that may affect you. BSRKC Announces Winners of 10 RMC Prizes August 9 - In keeping with the outstanding and generous prizes awarded by the BSRKC Series, the Principals, Organizers and Sponsors are proud to announce the following winners of the ten Rotax Max Challenge trips to compete at the RMC Canadian National Championships in Grand-Mere, Quebec. >> Read more Sponsorship Opportunities for the Windsor Karting Grand Prix August 8 - The Mayor of Windsor has announced a set of truly outstanding sponsorship opportunities for the Windsor Karting Grand Prix. All of the packages offer several significant ways for the sponsor to gain visibility and at the same time gain access to exclusive events. Windsor is promoting this event at a level that may never have been seen before in Canadian karting. Please see the sponsorship brochure for the Mayor's letter and the details of the various sponsorship packages. Windsor Extravaganza! August 8 - The Sunparlor Kart Club has organized a solid series of events to accompany the Windsor Karting Grand Prix. There will be a free outdoor movie (bring a lawn chair), a car show, and a concert featuring the Blushing Bride tribute to the Rolling Stones International Tribute Show. On Friday night, drivers and other celebrities, such as Ron Fellows and Brian Stewart, will visit from the IRL Detroit Grand Prix, and there will be a celebrity race on Friday night on the track. Call for Volunteers for Windsor August 8 - We still have several volunteer positions to fill for Race 5 of the 2008 BSRKC series in downtown Windsor. To volunteer, please email Lynda Chiovitti or phone Lynda at 905-722-3089. Please help us to put on the best possible event. Please see the duty roster for details of the open positions. Shannonville 2009 Already Booked! August 8 - The BSRKC Principals and Organizers have already booked the Shannonville Motorsport Park track for the 2009 special Bear Hunt races from Wednesday, July 29 to Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009. We will be setting more records next year! Documents for Windsor Race August 8 - The event schedule and entry form for BSRKC 2008 Race 5 in Windsor are now available. Please see the Schedule page to access these documents. This special event on the streets of downtown Windsor is sponsored in the amount of $7,500.00 by A to Z Capital Corp., Mid Toronto Mitsubishi, Scarborough Mitsubishi, and Yogen Fruz and is co-presented by the Simcoe Kart Club, Waterloo Regional Kart Club, the Sunparlor Kart Club and the City of Windsor. Showing How It's Done In Shannonville August 4 - Jim McGlade has provided us with an excellent set of photos from BSRKC Race 4 at Shannonville. >> See the gallery BSRKC Shannonville Now At $17,000.00! July 29 - What started out as a $10,000.00 budget for the BSRKC Bear Hunt races at Shannonville Motorsport Park has now exploded to a sensational $17,000.00. How is this possible? Well, here’s the math and look who’s responsible! >> Read more BSRKC $10,000.00 Shannonville Bear Hunt July 12 - It’s official. A to Z Capital Corp. and Andy DeFrancesco together with Mid Toronto Mitsubishi, Scarborough Mitsubishi and Yogen Fruz have committed $10,000.00 in sponsorship towards the cash and prizes to be awarded at the July 30 to August 3 special BSRKC Bear Hunt race at Shannonville Motorsport Park. >> Read more Shannonville Documents Update and Pre-Registration Deadline July 10 - Several editorial changes have been made to the pre-registration form and the event schedule for BSRKC Race 4 at Shannnonville. Please ensure that you use the current versions of these documents. If you intend to pre-register for this event, please note that the pre-registration form must be received by July 15. BSRKC 218 Entries at Kawartha Speedway July 10 - Once again the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship (BSRKC) has lived up to their promise of being the place to race in 2008. On July 5th 6th and 7th the series returned to the fast and exciting track at Kawartha Downs and Speedway. It only seems fitting that if you are going to race at a venue that includes a casino, you have to up the ante on the prize front, and the series organizers certainly did. When the racing was done, the winners took home more prizes and cash than at any other BSRKC event to date this year. >> Read the full story. Call for Volunteers for Shannonville July 10 - We still have several volunteer positions to fill for Race 4 of the 2008 BSRKC series at Shannonville Motorsport Park. All volunteers will receive $50 plus food for each day. To volunteer, please email Lynda Chiovitti or phone Lynda at 905-722-3089. Please help us to put on the best possible event. Please see the duty roster for details of the open positions. BSRKC Increases Kawartha Speedway Purse To $8,500! July 2 - This weekend’s Special Event at Kawartha Speedway was already BSRKC’s most lucrative event so far this year, and the series organizers are pleased to announce that the prize list has been further enhanced. The Principals and Organizers of the BSRKC Series would like to thank the sponsors including for their generous contributions, including A to Z Capital Corp. and Andy DeFrancesco, Kawartha Speedway and Derek Lynch, Yorkdale Ford, and Yogen Fruz. >> Read more to see the details of the exciting prize list. RMC Technical Bulletin: Micro Max Cylinder July 1 - The Canadian Rotax Max Challenge has issued a new Technical Bulletin for the Rotax Micro Max. Effective August 8, 2008, all Micro Max engines must have a 2008 cylinder. The bulletin includes instructions for identifying the year of manufacture of the cylinder. Please review the bulletin if you run Rotax Micro Max. BSRKC $7,500.00 Kawartha Speedway Special Event June 30 - The July 3, 4, 5 and 6th BSRKC Special Event at Kawartha Speedway will be our richest karting event so far this year. A to Z Capital Corp. and Andy DeFrancesco together with Kawartha Speedway and Derek Lynch are making this extraordinary purse possible. And if you include the season’s sponsorship from Yorkdale Ford and Yogen Fruz, we now have prizes ready for you at Kawartha Speedway of $250.00 for 1st place, $150.00 for 2nd place and $100.00 for 3rd place. That’s 15 Classes at $500.00 each for a total of $7,500.00. >> Read more UPDATE Volunteers for Kawartha June 30 - We still have some volunteer positions to fill. To volunteer, please email Lynda Chiovitti or phone Lynda at 905-722-3089 as soon as possible. We would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who has already stepped forward to help us run this event. Updated duty roster Updated Contact Information - Lynda Chiovitti June 30 - Effective immediately, please direct all email to Lynda Chiovitti to lyndachiovitti@hotmail.com. Call for Volunteers for Kawartha Speedway June 23 - Race 3 of the 2008 BSRKC series at Kawartha Speedway is less than two weeks away and we still have several volunteer positions that we need to fill. All volunteers will receive $50 plus food for each day. To volunteer, please email Lynda Chiovitti or phone Lynda at 905-722-3089. Please help us to put on the best possible event. Please see the duty roster for details of the open positions. Documents for Kawartha and Shannonville Races June 17 - The event schedules and entry forms for BSRKC 2008 Race 3 at Kawartha Speedway and Race 4 at Shannonville Motorsport Park are now available. Please see the Schedule page to access these documents. Event Coverage - Race 1 and Race 2 June 12 - eKartingNews.ca has posted some excellent coverage of the action at the first two races of the 2008 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series: Race 1 - Sutton, ON Race 2 - Leamington, ON Revision to RMC Sporting Bulletin 2008-01 - Micro Max and Mini Max June 6 - The Canadian RMC Sporting Bulletin 2008-01, which covers the Micro Max and Mini Max classes, has been updated to include specifications for carburetors and front sprockets. The float and jet combination to be used at each race event will be posted on the event's bulletin board at that event. Please review the updated bulletin if you run one of these classes. Bulletin: Wet Tires for Rotax Classes June 6 - A new bulletin has been issued to specify the "wet" tires to be used in Rotax classes in the BSRKC. Please consult the bulletin if you plan to enter any of these classes. In addition, please remember to check the Regulations page on a regular basis for any changes that may affect you. Update to Mini Max and Micro Max Technical Regulations June 4 - The Rotax Technical Regulations appendix for the Mini Max and Micro Max has been updated. Please review the new Mini Max/Micro Max Appendix if you run one of these classes. You can still view the old version for comparison. Mojo W1 Tires Required for Rotax RMC Classes at BSRKC May 29 - Effective immediately, the spec “wet” tire for the Rotax Senior, Rotax Junior and Rotax DD2 classes at BSRKC races will be Mojo W1, as required by the Canadian Rotax Mojo Max Technical Regulations. >> Read more UPDATE Volunteers for Leamington May 29 - We still require a grid marshal for Sunday's race day. To volunteer, please call Lynda Chiovitti at 416-418-3089 as soon as possible. We would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who has already stepped forward to help us run this event. Updated duty roster BSRKC 2008 Race 2 Sponsored By Scarborough Mitsubishi and Simon Yakubowicz, A to Z Capital Corp. and Andy DeFrancesco May 27 - The second race of the 2008 BSRKC Series is set for Leamington this weekend on May 30, 31 and June 1. Once again the sponsors have spared no expense in adding a new twist to the prizes. Action will be intense as karters battle for BSRKC Championships and berths at the Rotax Max Challenge Canadian Finals. >> Read more Urgent Call for Volunteers for Leamington May 24 - As we gear up for the second race of the 2008 BSRKC series at Leamington, we still have several volunteer positions that we need to fill. All volunteers will receive $50 plus food for each day. To volunteer, please email Lynda Chiovitti or phone Lynda at 905-264-6800. Please help us to put on the best possible event. Please see the duty roster for details of the open positions. Slip Slidin' at Sutton May 22 - Jim McGlade has provided us with some exciting shots from Sunday's soggy BSRKC action. >> See the gallery Bulletin: Spec Fuel for 4-Cycle Classes at Leamington May 19 - A new bulletin has been issued to specify the station where fuel must be obtained for 4-cycle classes for BSRKC 2008 Race 2 at Leamington. Please consult the bulletin if you plan to enter any of these classes. In addition, please remember to check the Regulations page on a regular basis for any changes that may affect you. BSRKC 2008 Race 1 Sponsored By A to Z Capital Corp. and Andy DeFrancesco May 14 - The first race of the 2008 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series sponsored by A to Z Capital Corp. and Andy DeFrancesco runs this weekend, May 16, 17 and 18, at 3–S Go Karts in Sutton. With 402 karts registered for the series so far, the racing promises to be first-class, and the prize list will be spectacular. >> Read more BSRKC Adds 10 RMC Nationals Trips To Series Highlights May 13 - The BSRKC Series is proud to announce that ten trips to participate in the Rotax Max Challenge Canadian Nationals in Grand-Mere, Quebec, on August 8-10 have been added to the prizes in the series highlights. These exciting prizes will significantly reduce the cost of competing in the Nationals for the prize winners. >> Read the Press Release >> Read the updated highlights Bulletin: Rotax Age, License and Tire Requirements May 5 - A new bulletin has been issued to detail the age, license and tire requirements for the Rotax Max Junior, Rotax Mini Max, and Rotax Micro Max classes. Please consult the bulletin if you plan to enter any of these classes. In addition, please remember to check the Regulations page on a regular basis for any changes that may affect you. Attention Rotax Senior and TAG Racers April 24 - Please note that Rotax Senior Class contested as per the Rotax Max Challenge Rules races on Saturdays, while the Rotax/TAG Senior Class races on Sundays. Urgent: Please send an email to Lynda@3SGoKartsInternational.com as soon as possible to specify which Rotax Senior class(es) you are competing in. Your prompt replies via email are appreciated as this will speed up registration on race days and avoid any confusion for you as to which day(s) you will be racing at the tracks. Please see the BSRKC class structure for details on these two classes. The Rotax Senior Class number registration lists will be separated accordingly as we receive your confirmations. Entry Forms and Race Day Schedules - Sutton and Leamington April 20 - Entry forms and race day schedules are now available for Race 1 at the 3-S Go Karts track at Sutton and Race 2 at the Point Pelee Karting track at Leamington. Please see the 2008 Schedule page for links to these documents. April 2 - With agreement from SRA Karting International, the tire rules have been amended for the Rotax Micro Max and Mini Max classes in both the BSRKC Series and the Simcoe Kart Club. Effective immediately, MG Tires will be the spec tires for these classes at BSRKC and SKC. Bulletins will be released shortly to amend the Supplementary Regulations accordingly. Read the full press release for details. >> Read more Updates to Rotax Classes March 27 - In response to numerous requests, BSRKC has added the Rotax Micro Max class to its class structure. Rotax Micro Max will race on Saturdays. The Rotax Mini Max regulations have also been clarified. Please read the press release to see the details of the regulations for these classes. >> Read more BSRKC Introduces New Logo March 27 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series has a brand new logo! It proudly acknowledges the tremendous support we receive from our Marquee Sponsors: the Indy Racing League® and its IndyCar® and Firestone Indy Lights™ Series, Brian Stewart Racing and Brian Stewart, MG Tires, A to Z Capital Corp. and Andy DeFrancesco. >> Read more Rotax Mini Max Minimum Weight Changed March 25 - The minimum weight for Rotax Mini Max has been changed from 255 pounds to 280 pounds as specified by SRA. >> Bulletin The Calm Before the Storm - Rocket Robbie Benefit March 21 - On Saturday April 5 and Sunday April 6, 401 Mini-Indy Indoor Go Karts and Rick McMullen Sr. will offer everyone 2 days of unlimited laps for just $49.95/day which includes a 2 year Biannual Membership. Your entry fee is your donation to Rocket Robbie’s Rehabilitation Fund. This will be a great opportunity to shake off the cold and the cob webs before the outdoor season begins. >> Read the event flyer BSRKC 2008 Supplementary Regulations Released March 20 - The 2008 Supplementary Regulations for the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series are now available on the 2008 Regulations page. SKC at Performance World Show March 7 - Simcoe Kart Club, a host club for the 2008 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series, will have a display at the Performance World Custom Car and Truck Show at the International Centre on March 14-16. >> Read more Accommodations Available for All 2008 BSRKC Events March 6 - BSRKC has arranged discounts at convenient hotels for each 2008 race event. The huge popularity of the series means that rooms will go fast. Act quickly to ensure you get yours! Please see the 2008 Schedule page for links to the accommodation information. BSRKC 2008 Supplementary Regulations February 29 - Now that ASN Canada has released the 2008 National Karting Regulations, BSRKC is working hard to deliver its Supplementary Regulations as quickly as possible. We expect to release the Supplementary Regulations on or before March 18, 2008. We have provided links to the 2008 ASN regulations on the 2008 Regulations page. BSRKC 2008 Class Structure Changes February 25 - As a part of becoming a Rotax Max Challenge qualifier series, BSRKC has added Rotax DD2 as an official class in 2008. Also, due to the low number of registrations, the Senior Medium class is no longer an official class. Those that have registered their numbers for Senior Medium will have their registered numbers saved for the special event race at Shannonville Motorsport Park. BSRKC Gains Rotax Max Challenge Qualifying Series Status February 25 - SRA Karting International has announced that the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship has been selected as one of the Rotax Max Challenge qualifying series for Ontario for 2008. Drivers will be able to qualify through the BSRKC to race at the Rotax Max Challenge Canadian final at Grand-Mere, Québec, and aim for a berth at the RMC Grand Finals. Stay tuned for more news. >> Read more BSRKC 2008 Race 5 Confirmed for Windsor February 25 - The Windsor Karting Grand Prix has been confirmed as Race 5 of the 2008 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series. This high profile street race will run on the same weekend as the Detroit Indy Grand Prix across the river, and promises to draw a large international audience. SKC 2007 Year End E-zine Available February 19 - The 2007 version of the popular Simcoe Kart Club year end magazine and calendar is now available online in e-zine format. The SKC e-zine contains photos from each of the 2007 BSRKC events. Click here to view the e-zine. BSRKC Registrations Reach 230 February 14 - Effective today, February 14, (Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!), there are now 230 kart numbers registered in the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series. In March 2007 we had 105. Based on these figures the BSRKC Series anticipates in excess of 200 entries per event with the Shannonville race expected to exceed 400 entries. Racers are encouraged to register their numbers as soon as possible. >> Read more Micro Max Anyone? February 12 - SKC has received some inquiries about Rotax Micro Max, and is gauging interest in the class. Micro Max is the entry level version of Rotax Max, generating 6.7 HP at 6,500 rpm (maximum rpm is 9,000), and is aimed at the youngest drivers. Please contact Lynda Chiovitti (see the contact page) to express your interest in running this class. BSRKC Celebrates 2007 Success, Looks Forward to 2008 January 30 - Last Saturday, the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series celebrated its second highly successful season with a superb gala banquet, and gave out the final portion of over $100,000 in cash and prizes. The BSRKC already has 190 kart numbers registered for the 2008 racing season, and is looking forward to even greater success in the upcoming year. >> Read more BSRKC Tops 150 Entries for 2008 January 10 - As of January 10, the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series already has 152 kart numbers registered for the 2008 season. This is fantastic when you consider that in March 2007 we had 105. The organizers are extremely happy with the numbers as they are a very strong indication of the success of this growing series in 2008. >> Read more BSRKC 2007 Awards Banquet and Gala Update January 4 - The Principals and Organizer of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series are proud to announce the exciting details for the Second Annual BSRKC Awards Banquet and Gala featuring a special guest appearance by Mr. Brian Stewart. Please note that the deadline for ticket purchase is January 15, 2008, and the hotel discount is also available only until January 15, 2008. >> Read more >> Get the flyer 3-S Go Karts Blow Out Sale December 28 - Starting this Friday, December 28th 2007 at 10 a.m., 3-S Go Karts will be offering the best Boxing Day sales the karting community has ever seen. This Boxing Day sale will continue through the weekend until the end of March. >> See the flyer In memoriam - Dennis Morgan, 63: Wheels founder December 24 - The BSRKC would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Dennis Morgan on this sad occasion of his passing. The racing enthusiast and founder of the Toronto Star Wheels section died suddenly after an apparent heart attack. Morgan, who was to undergo a triple bypass surgery in a few weeks, was 63, and is survived by his wife Angelina and son Kevin. >> Read the Toronto Star obituary BSRKC Granja Viana 500 Race Report December 14 - On December 2, 2007, the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series Canadian Dream Team of Jake Collison, Tyler Hendricks, Michael Glaze, Pearce Herder and Steve Lyons, sponsored by BSRKC, MG Tires, Alfano, A to Z Capital Corp. and Andy DeFrancesco, returned from racing at the Granja Viana 500 in Brazil. Bev Herder recounts the fascinating highs and lows of their incredible adventure! >> Read more >> See the pictures. A New Tradition Is Born December 12 - In 2007 there was no disputing the success that the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series enjoyed, with consistently increasing numbers of entries, hard working volunteers, and exceptionally generous Sponsors. BSRKC is pleased to announce the Stewart Cup, which will be presented annually to the series champion in each class at the Awards Banquet and Gala. >> Read more BSRKC 2008 Class Structure Announced December 10 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series has announced its 2008 class structure. Please note the new Junior Medium, Senior Medium and Rotax Mini Max classes, which have been added for 2008. BSRKC Team Scores 11th Place Finish in Brazil December 6 - After starting well back in the race, the members of the BSRKC Canadian "Dream Team" worked their way up to cross the finish line in 13th place out of 68 karts, 7 laps behind the winner who completed 581 laps. The fourth and fifth place teams were subsequently disqualified for clutch irregularities, promoting the BSRKC team to a well-deserved 11th place. Congratulations to Steve, Pearce, Tyler, Jake and Michael! A full race report will follow after the drivers return. BSRKC Team in Brazil - Photo Gallery December 4 - Photos continue to roll in from the all-Canadian team competing in the Granja Viana 500 race in Brazil. The team was chosen from competitors in the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series. This outstanding prize for five drivers was sponsored by A to Z Capital Corp., Andy DeFrancesco, BSRKC and MG Tires. Members of the team included Michael Glaze, Pearce Herder, Jake Collison, Tyler Hendricks and Steve Lyons. >> See the pictures. BSRKC Announces Details for 2007 Awards Banquet and Gala December 1 - The Principals and Organizer of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series are proud to announce the details for the Second Annual BSRKC Awards Banquet and Gala featuring a special guest appearance by Mr. Brian Stewart. >> Read more >> Get the flyer BSRKC Indy Pro Series Test Report November 6 - Michael Mora has returned from a successful Indy Pro Series test at Dunnville Autodrome and Nashville Superspeedway, courtesy of BSRKC and Brian Stewart Racing. >> Read the full story. WRKC announces new track November 1 - The Waterloo Regional Kart Club has announced that they have begun construction of a new track at Flamboro Speedway. >> Read the WRKC press release. BSRKC - Bragging Rights! October 31 - Okay, so it sounds a bit presumptuous….! Or, does it? NASHVILLE SUPERSPEEDWAY! BRAZIL’S NATIONAL GRANJA VIANA 500 RACE! These are just two of the extraordinary Grand Prizes the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series has awarded. >> Read more Register Now for the 2008 BSRKC October 30 - The 2008 BSRKC Kart Number Registration form is now available here. Numbers are reserved on a first come, first served basis. SKC Magazine Introduction Written by Mr. Tony George October 24 - Mr. Tony George, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Indy Racing League® and owner of the renowned Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the IRL®'s Indy 500® and NASCAR's Brickyard 400, has written the Introduction to Simcoe Kart Club's 18th annual *Formula Karting* year end magazine. >> Read more BSRKC 2008 Tentative Schedule Announced October 20 - The tentative schedule for the 2008 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series has been unveiled. Plans call for next year's series to expand to seven races with one drop. >> Read more New Racer On The Scene October 9 - Andy and Cathy DeFrancesco are proud to announce the arrival of Summer Coco DeFrancesco on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at 6:10am weighing in at 7 lbs. 2 ounces. The entire karting community and especially the Simcoe Kart Club and the Waterloo Regional Kart Club send everyone our sincerest best wishes. BSRKC Indy Pro Series Race Car Test September 25 - The preliminary Shoot-Out for the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series Grand Prize of an Indy Pro Series race car test with Brian Stewart will be this Saturday, September 29 at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton starting at 8:30am sharp with Registration. >> Read more BSRKC Downsview Race Report September 20 - This past weekend, Downsview Park was host to the sixth and final round of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship presented by MG Tires, and with 160 karts entered it proved to be one of the biggest Canadian events of the year. >> Saturday report. >> Sunday report. BSRKC Downsview Photo Gallery September 20 - Brian Stewart Racing has been kind enough to host a photo gallery for the 2007 Downsview event. Click here to view the gallery. BSRKC Event #6 Exceeds Expectations September 18 - Most karting organizations expect their last race of the season to draw less than favourable entries for their last events of the year. The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series has now proven itself not to be like most karting organizations! >> Read more BSRKC 2007 Final Standings September 18 - The final standings for the 2007 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series are now available. Congratulations to 2007 champions Madysen Wright, Scott Nagel, Bryson Schutte, Jonathon Treadwell (twice!), Tyler Hendricks, Jake Collison (twice!), Kurtis St. Clair, and Juliana Chiovitti, as well as to all participants. Stay tuned for the full story on the final round at Downsview Park. BSRKC Over Budget!!! September 10 - SHHH! Don’t tell Chiovitti, Brittain, Collison, Nagel or Preston that I’ve spent the Sponsor’s money on your behalf!!! We promised $10,000 at the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Race at Downsview Park on Sept. 14, 15 and 16 and we are going to deliver and then some... >> Read more BSRKC Media and Sponsors Special Invitation September 5 - On Friday September 14, Indy Pro Series team owner and Canadian Motorsports Hall of Fame honoree Brian Stewart cordially invites media and sponsors to attend a complimentary buffet where they can meet the kart racers and participate in a special Media Challenge Race. >> Read more BSRKC $10,000 For Real!!! September 5 - On September 14, 15, and 16 make sure you are racing with the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series at Downsview Park. This fantastic event will be presented courtesy of and with the exceptional support of... >> Read more Parc Downsview Park Venue Map Available August 17 - Click here for a map of the venue for the final round of the 2007 BSRKC at Parc Downsview Parc, including the track layout. See the 2007 Schedule page for further details on the event. Parc Downsview Park FamilyFest August 17 - Parc Downsview Parc, a co-organizer of the final round of the 2007 BSRKC, presents FamilyFest on Sunday, September 2nd. Click here for details on the best family festival and live concert of the summer! BSRKC Shannonville Photo Gallery August 16 - Brian Stewart Racing has been kind enough to host a photo gallery for the 2007 Shannonville event. Click here to view the gallery. Parc Downsview Park Schedule and Entry Form August 16 - The event schedule and entry form for the final round of the 2007 BSRKC are available on the 2007 Schedule page. Stay tuned for further details. BSRKC Shannonville 354 - MESSAGE SENT! August 10 - The Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series special Bear Hunt event at Shannonville Motorsport Park on Aug 1st to 5th drew 354 entries making it the largest attended go kart racing event in recent history. >> Read more BSRKC Shannonville Race Report August 8 - Although there were 22 of the prestigious Bears to be awarded in Round 4 and 5 of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship, it wasn’t going to be easy to take one home. With 354 registered entrants every class was going to be competitive... >> Friday report. >> Saturday report. >> Sunday report. BSRKC Shannonville Prizes Finalized July 30 - Prizes for the BSRKC Shannonville extravaganza are now finalized. Read on to see the full exciting details... >> Read more BSRKC - Shannonville - Fuji, Philips & Virgin July 17 - Okay, so the racing has been spectacular at every Brian Stewart race! But, for me, it's been all about the shopping. Searching the store aisles for those special 1st and 2nd and 3rd place prizes... >> Read more Shannonville Double-Header! July 14 - * Schedule Change * The 2007 BSRKC schedule has been changed to make the Shannonville event even more exciting! There will now be two races for each class at Shannonville. The Waterloo event previously scheduled for September 1-2 has been cancelled. See the schedule page for the revised event schedule and pre-registration form. >> Read more Race 3 Report - Kawartha Speedway July 14 - It was the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series racers that hit the jackpot July 7th and 8th at the Kawartha Downs and Speedway as they were treated to a great weekend of racing. The facility provided everything needed... >> Read more BSRKC Bulletin 2007-02 July 4 - BSRKC has published a technical bulletin that provides fuel details for the July 6, 7 and 8, 2007 BSRKC Special Event at Kawartha Speedway. >> Read more BSRKC - Kawartha Speedway Style June 26 - You can now view the track layout for the July 6, 7 and 8, 2007 BSRKC Special Event at Kawartha Speedway by clicking here Trust me! I make no claim to being an artist, so don’t let my humble drawing fool you. Sections of this track are up to 60 feet wide. >> Read more BSRKC June 16 & 17 - Better than a banquet! June 21 - One of the dads participating with his son in Round 2 of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series contested at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton said...The presentation of trophies, cash and draw prizes on that head table are better than what we get at our Club's annual yearend banquet...!"... >> Read more BSRKC Round 2 - From A to Z June 13 - This weekend on June 16 and 17, A to Z Capital Corp. and Andy De Francesco are sponsoring Round 2 of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton. 1st Place Junior Prizes are... >> Read more BSRKC Race 1 Silences the Nay Sayers June 8 - The first race of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series took place at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton on June 2 & 3, 2007. Sponsored by Motiontech Services Inc. and Jeff Riberdy... >> Read more BSRKC Race 1 Report June 6 - The first round of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship is in the books with its first race of the 2007 season this past weekend at 3-S Go Karts... >> Read more BSRKC Race #1 this weekend in Sutton May 30 - The first race of the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series sponsored by Motiontech Services Inc. and Jeff Riberdy, is this weekend on Saturday, June 2 and Sunday, June 3, 2007 at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton. >> Read more Kawartha event schedule and entry form available May 29 - The event schedule and entry form for Race 3 at Kawartha Speedway is now available. Don't forget the Demo Race on Friday night! Event schedules, entry forms and pre-tech forms available May 10 - The pre-tech form for all events is now available, as well as the event schedules and entry forms for Race 1 and Race 2 at Sutton and Race 4 at Shannonville. Start making your plans now! >> Read more ASN Bulletin 07-04 May 8 - ASN has published a new technical bulletin affecting rear axles on 4-cycle karts. This bulletin applies to BSRKC. Please refer to the ASN bulletin for details. BSRKC Bulletin 2007-01 May 8 - BSRKC has published a technical bulletin related to GX-120 engine sealing. >> Read more BSRKC 2007 Highlights April 19 - BSRKC has published the 2007 series highlights, including several *major* prizes. Stay tuned for further additions to the prize packages. >> Read more Schumacher, Montoya, Senna...Tracks at 3-S April 18 - The track configurations that will be raced on at 3-S Go Karts in Sutton this year have been announced and are now available on both the www.SimcoeKartClub.com and the www.BSRKC.com web sites. >> Read more 2007 Final Supplementary Regulations available April 15 - The 2007 BSRKC Supplementary Regulations have now been posted. Please see the regulations section for details. BSRKC kart registrations at 137 April 13 - There are now 137 paid kart numbers registered in the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series. The list is here. To register your own kart number, use this form. Hotel information available April 11 - Host Hotels and Accommodation information is now available for the following race dates: June 2-3, June 16-17, July 7-8, August 1-5, September 14-15. Details are available on the schedule page. Please watch this web site for further updates. Full BSRKC schedule announced April 10 - After dedicating an extraordinary amount of time negotiating with various go kart racing venues, a decision was made by the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series. >> Read more BSRKC kart registrations reach 134 April 4 - There are now 134 paid kart numbers registered in the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series. The list is here. To register your own kart number, use this form. BSRKC Start Your Engines! March 30 - Kawartha Speedway has added 2 BSRKC demonstration races to their Friday night line up. On Friday, July 6, after our practice, one Junior Class and one Senior Class will each put up a demonstration race in between Kawartha Speedway’s schedule of Late Model... >> Read more Hotel information available March 30 - Host Hotels and Accommodation information is now available for the following race dates: June 2-3, July 7-8, August 1-5, September 14-15. Details are available on the schedule page. Please watch this web site for further updates. 120 karts registered for BSRKC! March 23 - There are now 120 paid kart numbers registered in the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series. The list is here. To register your own kart number, use this form. 2007 Preliminary Supplementary Regulations available A preliminary version of the 2007 BSRKC Supplementary Regulations has been posted. Please see the regulations section for details. Pre-registered kart numbers reach 105 As of March 6, 105 kart numbers have been reserved for the 2007 BSRKC. See the list here. To register your own kart number, use this form. 2007 Tentative Schedule available The 2007 tentative schedule has been posted, including an exciting new venue at Kawartha Speedway and a new Toronto street race. BSRKC tops 80 pre-registered kart numbers for 2007 Within two weeks of posting the BSRKC Kart Number Registration Form, more then 80 drivers have pre-registered their kart numbers for the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series presented by MG Tires... >> Read more 2007 Kart Number Registration Form available All drivers are encouraged to pre-register their preferred kart numbers for the BSRKC series. Please download the form and submit it as soon as possible to ensure that you get the number you want. BSRKC 2006 Success! After the resounding success of the 2006 Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series the BSRKC organizers are once again making plans for 2007 in a bigger and better way. In order to facilitate your participation... >> Read more BSRKC banquet attendees thrilled with Indy Racing League® announcement The BSRKC banquet and awards gala was a wonderful success that was topped by the official announcement delivered by special guest Mr. Brian Stewart. Effective immediately the Indy Racing League, IRL®, has given its official endorsement... >> Read more Race report by Michael Mora, winner of the BSRKC Grand Prize trip to Brazil to compete in the 500 Milhas De Granja Viana The 500 Milhas De Granja Viana is one of the biggest charity kart races in Brazil that brings together some of the biggest names in motor sports. This year the list included such drivers as Felipe Massa, Rubens Barrichello, Tony Kanaan, Antonio Pizzonia, ... >> Read more BSRKC driver Larmour shares Indy Pro Series™ test photos Patrick Larmour got the chance of a life time. After qualifying rounds he successfully contested for the opportunity to drive an Indy Pro Series™ car with Brian Stewart at Homestead Speedway. Patrick now has his racing license and is eligible to be picked up by any race team... >> Read more BSRKC announces third grand prize winner of Porsche test On October 30th 2006 four young lions took to the track at Formula Kartways in Brampton. The indoor track andd professional style racing karts combined with a slippery track condition... >> Read more BSRKC 311 Shannonville NO! 311 is not the new area code for Shannonville. 311 is the unofficial count of go karters that participated in the Brian Stewart Racing Karting Championship Series BEAR HUNT this past weekend... >> Read more
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