RENO, NV (Jan. 8) — Still in the Re-Run zone but more racing is starting to happen. Every day brings more daylight and us closer to racing in our region.
CAR MEETS:
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• The Iron Mafia has switched back to Thursday mornings for its weekly meet. Now they start at 7 a.m. and the location is Kim’s Donut and Tea House located at 1328 U.S. 395 North in Gardnerville.
• Saturday, starting at 2 p.m., the Nevada Jeep Club hosts the 4th annual Wine, Women and Jeeps. Location is Champagne & Chocolate at 550 West Plumb Lane.
• Sunday is when Sparks Cars & Coffee has their first meet of 2025. Starts at 10 a.m. by the Starbucks located on Disc Drive in Sparks.
RACING & PRACTICE (MOTOCROSS):
• REP Racing MX has released its schedule for this weekend. Over the hill both Riverfront MX does have a private ride day but that track and Prairie City will have practice sessions as well.
- The Sandbox in Fernley will have practice on Sunday but remember one must register if they plan on being there. To register go to, www.repracingmx.com.
• E Street MX Park has practice from 9 until 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Both the front and back tracks will be used.
• E Street will host Rounds 5 & 6 of the 2024 Triple Crown series. This event will end the series until next fall.
RACING (NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL:
• Thursday at 4 p.m. www.mavtv.com has coverage of the Dakar Rally then a 5 p.m. Peacock covers the same thing.
-One can see highlights on www.youtube.com. It’s a classic off-road race through the deserts and mountains of Saudi Arabia.
• Friday is empty so time to check out alternative sites for motorsport events you might have missed. One of them is www.floracing.com another is www.youtube.com.
• Saturday things get rolling at 7:40 a.m. when The Roku Channel has round one of the Formula E race from Mexico City.
• Then at 11:30 Peacock network starts the series many have been waiting for; Arenacross. They start with Race Day Live then at 5 p.m. it’s time for Anaheim 1 as the series kicks off.
• Finally the day ends at 12:05 p.m. when The Roku Channel has the Formula E race #2 from Mexico City.
• Sunday, starting at 11 a.m., NBC repeats Round 1 of Supercross from Anaheim.
• Monday is when the Chili Bowl Nationals 2025 starts from Tulsa and goes until the final races happen on Saturday, January 18. All the competitors want to win the Golden Driller Trophy.
That’s it for this time. Wishing you all a safe weekend and hope to see you next week.
On a serious not I hope everyone will take a moment and maybe send a prayer for those caught in the Los Angeles fire storms. I have a personal connection to that through a dear family member, who thankfully is safe.
OTHER RACING NEWS:
• Saturday will be a big night for the Northern Nevada Kart Club. They have their annual Dinner and Awards night, that ends when they name the Karter of the Year.
• The BMX track in Fernley has a new owner. No schedule yet but he’s planning not only practice sessions but events as well.
• Davey’s American Racing is found on Face Book. His focus is on western oval tracks as well as national series.
He also posts schedules for various tracks and there related subjects.
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• Our newest sponsor is State Farm agent Kelby Schoorl, who was a racer in his younger days. He has some supplemental insurance that racers might be interested in checking out.
There is medical that covers visits to the ER, ambulance rides and if a person has to stay in a hospital. In addition trailers as well as tools and tools in shops can be covered with additional policies.
If Kelby isn’t available the other guys at his office will be very happy to explain what they can offer both to racers and those enjoying motorized recreation.
Office hours are from 9 until 5: 30 Monday through Friday, appointments are needed on Saturday. The phone number is 775-827-2255 or at his website, www.kelby@insuringreno.com.
• One of our sponsors is General Transmission and Power Train Specialists owned by former motorcycle racer Pete Attashian. The shop is located at 890 Gentry Way.
The shop services older and new transmissions and now has a section for high performance units and those used in towing. Phone number is 775-786-5888 and the shop’s website is www.generaltransmissionreno.com.
Two of our sponsors are first class motorcycle shops located in Reno.
• Our first sponsor is Reno Motorsports (RMS). Not only do they have about anything a rider might want or need and the store also has a full service shop.
Their location is at 964 Terminal Way, by the intersection with Mill Street. Store’s phone number is 775-322-1499 and the site is, www.rms-renomotorsports.com.
• The next shop is Moto-Source located at 3180 Mill Street. Once again they are a full service shop plus the showroom has about any thing a rider might need or want.
The phone number is 775-856-3855 and the website is,www.moto-source.com.
• Concours Body Shop, located at 250 Telegraph Street in Reno, is another sponsor. The shop does quality collision repair for cars and trucks.
Owner Brian Saul is a car enthusiast himself and is committed to continuing the shop’s reputation of quality work. Phone number is 775-329-4557 and the website is, www.concoursbodyshop.net.
• Hungry, want a great place to eat, then try PJ&CO for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and it’s a great place to watch your favorite sports. Wednesday evenings, starting around 5 p.m. is Bike Night, good time to meet fellow riders and have a great dinner.
The location is 1590 South Wells Avenue, just north of the round about. Phone number is 775-323-6366 and their website is www.pjandco.net.Have a business targeted toward motorsports or car enthusiasts? This site is a great way to expose your services to those communities. Sponsorships are very reasonable and one can contact us either through the
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