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Kart Racing Rules

  • Drivers must be 48” tall
  • Youth karts are for ages 8-12
  • Maximum weight on youth kart is 170 lbs
  • Maximum weight on the adult kart is 325 lbs
  • For adult karts you must be over 12 and safely reach pedals (determined by VIR Karting Staff)
  • All minors (17 and under) musts have a signed parental consent and liability form (by their parent or guardian).
  • Drivers must wear DOT approved full face helmet, neck collar, and closed toe shoes. VIR Kart Track provides head sock, helmet, neck brace, gloves and optional racing suit.
  • All participants who use VIR Kart Track helmets must wear a head sock. Head socks are provided.
  • Kart racing poses special risks to people with neck or back problems, heart conditions, anyone who is pregnant, anyone who should not be in a stressful or physically demanding environment. If you have any doubt, please check with your doctor before racing.
  • You will receive a briefing session on racing safety and regulations. All racers must wear closed toe shoes and long hair must be pulled back into a ponytail and tucked into shirt.
  • Please remember that Karting is real racing and not an amusement ride. Accidents can happen if you do not follow the rules and pay attention to flags and lights.
  • VIR Kart Track has a strict “zero tolerance policy” regarding alcohol and/or drug abuse. Any person who appears to be under the influence, will not be permitted to race and will not be entitled to a refund.

Racing Regulations

  • Kart racing is a non-contact sport and this cannot be emphasized strongly enough. We do not tolerate any bumping and or blocking. If you are unable to pass a kart, this is no excuse for contact.
  • If a yellow flag is displayed, you must bring your kart to half speed as this is a “caution” flag. You may resume normal speed caution is over and flag is drawn back in.
  • Once the checkered flag is waved the race is over – as soon as you cross the start/finish line stop racing immediately and slow down prior to entering the pits.
  • If the black flag is shown, immediately enter the pit area. This flag indicates that you are violating one of the racing rules. The track marshal will explain the violation and either permit you to reenter the track or terminate your participation depending on the severity of the infraction.
  • If you spin the kart and are unable to rejoin the race, wait for a marshal to assist you. Under no circumstances should you attempt to get out of the kart or push yourself away from the barriers with either your hands or feet. Stay inside of the kart at all times when out on the Track.
  • NEVER drive backwards on the track to try to turn around. Wait for a marshal.
  • Should your kart be damaged during an event as a result of any racing incident (regardless of responsibility for the incident) your race is over – no refund will be given. In the event that the Track Manager determines that you were 100% blameless for the incident, he will reserve the right to replace your kart or place you in another race.
  • Anyone driving aggressively, beyond their own ability, without regard for our rules or the safety of all involved will be warned. Repeated warning will result in a black flag and immediate termination of your participation. No refunds will be given.
  • If you receive a warning, please remember that this is being done to ensure the safety of all involved which, at the end of the day, is more important than anything else. Please do not respond aggressively or abusively as this will only lead to your exclusion from the event.
  • This is a non-contact sport. These are not bumper karts. If you are seen hitting another kart or the barrier system intentionally or not, you will be given a warning with a black flag. If you get two black flags, then you will be removed from the track. We do not give refunds for reckless driving.
  • If you receive a warning, acknowledge that you have received the warning so that the Track Staff know that you are paying attention and that you understand what you did wrong. When entering the pit, raise a hand to let the following drivers know that you will be slowing down. Listen carefully as to why you have received a warning. Do not argue or verbally harass the marshal, it will not be tolerated. As in most sports, the decision of the Official (our Track Manager) is FINAL and he will make that decision based on the reports from the track marshals that witnessed the incident.
  • Anyone displaying any aggression – physical or verbal – towards officials or other participants will be removed from the race immediately and no refund will be given.
  • Never slow down on the track to wait for a friend as this can create a dangerous situation and is a black flag offense.
  • Once you see the black and white checkered flag, then you will finish that lap, and then go into the pits. You MUST go slowly in the pits. Once you come to a stop do not get out of your kart until the marshal tells you so. We don’t want you to get half way out of your kart and then get hit from behind so please pay attention to the marshal.
  • We do not charge additional fees for use of our equipment such as helmets, gloves, and neck collars.