Drove out from the home base this morning ( about 2hrs.) so we did miss the first heat, however we were there in time for the 2nd. one. The competition was fierce, there was plenty of action, and let me tell you these guys are amazing ! Pulling speeds well over 100 mph at the end of the straight, 2 inches off the ground !!! These guys, and ladies, are great drivers also, from drafting on the front straight to dodging slower classes in the corners, there were very few incidents and no injuries. Great job to the whole group ! Truly entertaining action.Now more about the track. Located in Grass Valley, Oregon, The racetrack is an approximate 2.3 mile (full length) road course, with lefts and rights and several elevation changes. The course is set in the hills of the Central Oregon high desert, and you couldn't ask for a more beautiful setting. Oregon Raceway Park could use some Grandstands and better viewing area for the fans, although I think with road race motorcycles or
Racecars you would get a better view (as the laydown karts are only a total of less than a foot high) but could use some grandstands or ability to get to the infield for better viewing. The track is well maintained and for the most part very smooth, even for the karts.
All in all my first experience at Oregon Raceway Park was great. I attended the races with my dad (see history @ www.maddogmorrellmotorsports.com/history.php ) and older brother, Both of them veterans of many, many racing forms and tracks, and we all agree on Oregon Raceway Park... 1 1/2 thumbs up ! Add some grandstands and the ability for a fan to get to the infield and it would be a winner for sure !Many thanks for the hospitality and facility tour to Paul Clifton, 2004 I.K.F. regional road course champion.
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