RENO, NV (Nov. 30) — As we head into December there is a big weekend ahead for car and motorcycle groups. Looking at the TV, well we’re in the annual journey to the Re-Run Zone but take heart as racing starts right after the New Year.
CAR MEETS:
• Saturday gets going at 10 a.m. when Nevada Jeep Club has a meet at the new 4-Wheel Parts facility located at 5405 Meadowood Mall Circle. After the meet there will probably be an off-road cruise but the location has to be determined and I’m guessing the weather will be a factor.
• Sunday begins at 10 a.m. by the Keitzke Starbucks when Reno Cars & Coffee has its 7th annual Toy Run. Those participating are asked to bring an unwrapped toy.
At 11:30 a.m. there is a cruise heading to the Northtowne Winco parking lot to meet with the Old Slammers of Reno Car Club.
• Bike riders also have a function for them as Sunday is the 42nd annual Reno Toy Run. Registration begins at 10 a.m. at the Reno Harley Davidson and people are asked to bring an unwrapped toy.
Staging the Toy Run is the Northern Nevada Confederation of Clubs. Kickstands up at noon and the parade, led by Santa, travels through downtown to where the big party will be held.
• Up at the Northtowne Winco Park Lot the Old Slammers of Reno are hosting their 9th annual Toys for Kids. Meet begins at 11 a.m. and goes until 3 p.m.
Once again people are asked to donate unwrapped toys and those go to help the Children’s Cabinet. Sometime around noon those from the Reno Cars & Coffee will arrive and make their donations.
ANNOUNCEMENT: These Toy Runs will happen rain, snow or shine. Let’s pray for a break in the weather so it’s dry when these meets and parade happen.
PRACTICE (Motocycles):
• Due to the incoming weather the motocross tracks at Fernley 95A Motorsport Complex are closed this weekend. The weather this month will determine if they will be open or not.
• Incoming weather is going to have an effect on the Northern California tracks as well.
– REP Racing MX has already canceled practice at both Riverfront MX and Prairie City. The annual Toy Drive races at PC, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday are canceled, at least for now. Once again best bet is to check with the track for up dates.
- E Street MX is also iffy and said they will post an update on Friday.
• MMX Racing appears it might be a go starting at 9 a.m. Sunday but the weather will determine if this actually happens. Best bet is to check with the track on Saturday.
RACING (NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL):
• Believe it or not there is still racing going on. So I’ll start with the international scene. These can be seen on www.motortrendondemand.com.
- On Thursday the Australian Supercars are in Adelaide this weekend. Thursday has their qualifying for race 33 at 11 p.m.
• Friday starts early at 12:15 a.m. when Motor Trend has the 12 hours of Kuait. A once around the clock endurance race.
- At 3 p.m. it’s the Supercars Top Ten Shoot out then at 8:25 p.m. Motor Trend has Supercars Shootout Race #33 from Adelaide. Remember its summer down there.
• Saturday is all on Motor Trend as at 4:15 p.m. they show Supercars qualifying for race #34. Then at 5:30 there is the Top Ten Shootout.
- Remember over there its Sunday. At 7:55 p.m. the network has the Supercars Championship Race #34. Should be a wild race.
• Since we’re in the Re-Run Zone here on Saturday www.mavtv.com at 10 a.m. has AMA Endurocross from Boise that was recorded earlier this season. Starting at 11 a.m. they have a series called Racer TV.
Then at 5 p.m. Mavtv has Lucas Oil Speedway Saturday Night races.
- On Sunday there is a variety of programs one can access after check the schedule.
• Sunday there of course is www.mavtv.com as well as www.floracing.com and both have a variety of events. Over on www.youtube.com there are highlights as well as short track events.
That’s it for this weekend. If possible be sure to attend one of the car meets and do bring an unwrapped toy to donate. It will bring joy to a youngster this Christmas.
Until next weekend, have a great and safe weekend.
OTHER RACING NEWS:
• Teresa’s Garage Radio Show is on the air from 2 until 3 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. In northwest Nevada, it can be heard over the air at 1060 AM AND 93.7 FM.
There is also a Podcast at amm.streamon.fm or it can be seen live on Face Book. The show is focused on all things automotive, trends, new developments and trivia.
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