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  • RACING PREVIEW: DECEMBER 8 TO 11

    RENO, NV (Dec. 7) — Well the holidays are here and weather is headed our way. So this weekend’s events are subject to either a weather delay, being canceled or maybe being blessed with a nice break. CAR MEETS: • This Saturday, starting at 5 p.m. is the second Parade of Lights & Magical Fireworks Show up at Virginia City. It’s a great event but have to see if the weather Gods might get it postponed. • On Sunday, depending on the weather Sparks Cars & Coffee will host its first meet of the month. Starts at 10 a.m. and

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  • TOY RUN SUNDAY IN RENO

    RENO, NV (12-4-22) — This Sunday two car groups, and a motorcycle group, combined forces for toy drives. One of them was the Northern Nevada Confederation of Clubs, which is various bike groups. The 42nd Annual Reno Toy Run got going at Reno Harley Davidson. Despite the weather there were a large number of bikes and riders on hand. Of course the weather probably held the numbers down a bit. For the past few years Troy Regas has overseen the operation and commented on this. “I think we’re going to have a really good turn out but I don’t think

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  • RACING PREVIEW: DECEMBER 1 TO 4

    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.

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  • SPARKS CARS & COFFEE ENDS THE MONTH: TOY RUNS NEXT WEEKEND

    SPARKS, NV (Nov. 27) — Sparks Cars & Coffee held its second meet of the month, which ended November. While the turn out was on the sparse side there was still a decent mix of cars to see. Next weekend things will be different as December begins with toy runs to help disadvantaged youngsters. So this report will be a different different. This Sunday’s meet with Sparks Cars and Coffee did offer quite a mix of car types. One of them as this great looking 427 Shelby Cobra and had many checking it out. Not far away was a trio

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  • RACING PREVIEW: NOVEMBER 24 TO 27

    RENO, NV (Nov. 23) — Well here we are, Thanksgiving weekend and virtually all, with few exceptions, racing and car meets have stopped. Next week this will change. But for now this will be short. CAR MEETS: • If all goes well, and the weather should be good, Sparks Cars & Coffee ends the month with a meet. As usual starts around 10 a.m. by the Starbucks off Disc Drive. Hope everyone can get out there. PRACTICE (Motocross): • Good way to work off that turkey is at Fernley 95A Motorsports Complex. The motocross track will have practice from 10

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  • NORTHERN NEVADA KART CLUB AWARDS BANQUET

    RENO, NV (Nov. 19) — Saturday was a gala evening for those that compete with the Northern Nevada Kart Club. The location was at the National Auto Museum and after a buffet dinner it was time to hand out the hardware. Once the dinner was over MC Kelsey Nelson started the ceremony. In order to receive a trophy a driver has to have competed in five of the NNKC events during the season. First up was the Kid Kart Class. These young racers are from 5 to 8-year-old. They don’t race for points but are rewarded for being out on

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  • RACING PREVIEW: NOVEMBER 17 TO 20

    RENO, NV (Nov. 16) — Here we are a week from Thanksgiving and as expected racing has slowed down to a crawl. However there is one event in our area plus another to the south as well as car meets to attend CAR MEETS: • Fallon Cars & Coffee gets the weekend rolling with a meet starting at 8;30 a.m. Saturday morning. Looks like a great time to show off a car, see some, meet car people and just socialize. Oh and did I forget to mention the free coffee and donuts. • Reno Cars & Coffee has their Thanksgiving

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  • OLD TIMERS BRING 2022 BBMX SERIES TO A CLOSE AT 95A MOTORSPORTS COMPLEX

    FERNLEY, NV (Nov. 13) — Although it was a cold morning the day turned out to be mild as the Reno Old Timer chapter hosted the final round of the 2022 BBMX season. The turn out was great and speaks well of the future of motocross in our area. There were a couple of young riders that scored victories in two classes. Young Ducati Fayet won both the 50cc 7 & Over as well as the 50cc Open classes. Another rider won twice on two different bikes. Kalvin Roberts won in the 65cc 10 and Over Class then in the

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  • RACING PREVIEW: NOVEMBER 10 TO 13

    RENO, NV (Nov. 9) — Fall is here and two motorcycle series end their seasons this weekend although there are still car meets. Over on the tube another series is about to end its season with two more having one more weekend left.  So that means we’re headed into the Re-Run Zone. Still  New Year’s isn’t too far away and series will be starting up again. CAR MEETS: • This Sunday is when Sparks Cars & Coffee has its first meet of the month. Time is 10 a.m. until noon and location is by the Starbucks located by Disc Drive,

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  • RATTLESNAKE AWARDS PLUS RENO CARS & COFFEE

    RENO, NV (Nov. 6) — This weekend Rattlesnake honored its champions and handed out special awards. Here in Reno, on Sunday Reno Cars & Coffee started the month with is usual meet by the Keitzke Starbucks. REPORTER’S NOTE: Due to physical problems was unable to attend the banquet. Want to give a special thanks and appreciation to Krystle McCart Gilmore for listing the special awards and sending pictures that I can use. If anyone wants prints please check with her as she has the originals. • Rattlesnake Raceway held its annual awards banquet on Saturday, November 5. The point’s championships

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  • RACING PREVIEW: NOVEMBER 3 TO 6

    RENO, NV (Nov. 2) — Well fall has arrived and major series are having their championship events. Here at home that are still car meets and even some racing this month as local series end their seasons. CAR MEETS: • Saturday the Northern Nevada Camaro Club is hosting an Apple Hill Cruise. First meeting point is at 9 a.m. by Summit Racing in Sparks. Then at 10 a.m. next place to meet them is at the Park & Ride in Carson City where Highway 50 and 395 meet. Then at 11 a.m. by the Ralleys in South Lake Tahoe.  

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  • TRUNK OR TREAT PLUS RACING WEEKEND

    RENO, NV (Oct. 31) — Great weekend for kids with five days of Trunk or Treat events and the final oval track race in our region. And there’s more to come over the next few weeks.  Reporter’s Note: Due to physical problems was unable to attend the Halloween race but am including the results at the end of this article.  As a result it’s going to be shorter than my usual Monday post. And want to give a special thanks to those photographers that helped me with their submissions.  • This past weekend, due to a schedule conflict, Diamond Mountain Speedway,

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  • RACING PREVIEW: OCTOBER 27 TO 31

    RENO, NV (Oct. 26) — Much going on this weekend, especially with Halloween on Monday. There is also a bunch more racing as well including the last oval track event in our region. But first something special.  DEDICATION: I’m starting this off with a dedication. Over the past few years Summit Racing Parts has published a great schedule showing cruises and other things. It came from the efforts of Judy Oppio, who created the calendar for the classic car community. Sadly she has passed but Summit created this year’s calendar in her honor. So we here at Nevada Racing News dedicate

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  • COOL DAY FOR SPARKS CARS & COFFEE

    SPARKS, NV (Oct 23, 2022) — A cool morning greeted those diehards that showed up for the recent Sparks Cars & Coffee meet. Despite the temperature there was a good variety of cars on display. Not to mention the close by Starbucks had hot coffee and chocolate to help warm folks up.  Over on one side there was a line of Mustangs, all of them had their hoods up. One of them is a vintage Mustang that’s been beautifully restored by Jufue Reyes, most call him J.R., and his car is a rare find these days.  “The car is a

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  • RACING PREVIEW: OCTOBER 20 TO 23

    RENO, NV (Oct. 19) — Fifth weekend of the month so things are a bit slim but there are a few things to see. Over the hill there are practice sessions, two races as well as a bunch on TV. CAR MEETS: • This Saturday the Nevada Jeep Club hosts its Fall Flex @ Bronco Canyon. Meeting is 3090 Bull Rider Drive in Reno. From there everyone convoys out to the starting spot by Lockwood and enjoys about six or seven hours of off-roading. • Sunday, starting at 10 a.m. Sparks Cars & Coffee has another meet. Meeting place is

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