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Your Track Membership Dues At Work! |
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Written by Bryan Joplin
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Friday, 05 March 2010 21:23 |
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We are pleased to advise that with the direction of the Board and Officers, we are moving forward with several
track improvement projects. This week we received four new foam barriers to protect the ends of the
straight-away.  We will no longer need to move barriers based on race and practice direction. Repairs have
been made to the septic system, and five new power flush toilets have been installed. This was a major
upgrade and will be functional for Sunday’s Spring Race 3. The contract has been approved for re-grading
of the area between the Club House and first pit runner, the area between runners and between the second
runner and property line. The grading will include installation of drainage, compaction of the area and a new
surface. The metal shed and well pump house will be removed to allow better access and more parking.Â
This work will begin on Monday, March 8.  A new aluminum bleacher system has been ordered and will be
installed as part of the grading process. The new state of the art bleacher will seat 90 people and is properly
fitted with guard rails. We came in under budget for this work and plan to start the process of installing a
bleacher cover, once everything is in place. We have also been reviewing several proposals regarding
electrical. We will receive an electrician prepared cost estimate for major electrical renovation on Monday.Â
All of this work is planned for completion by Spring Race 4.
If you have not been behind the scenes in the Club House and Control Tower, check out the new furniture,
the tower workstation and computer hardware. GCKI is on the move, renovating and upgrading the track for
the enjoyment of the members and their families.
The Board of Directors, Officers, and Track Committee. |
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Next Up - Spring Race 4 |
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Wednesday, 17 February 2010 00:00 |
The next GCKI event will be the GCKI Spring Race 4 on March 21st. The public is welcome to join us to watch. There will be some exciting, close open wheel racing as racers compete for points in the Spring series. Spectator passes are only $5, we look forward to seeing you at the track!
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GCKI Racers Rank in Top 10 Rotax Drivers in USA |
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Sunday, 07 February 2010 11:09 |
Several GCKI racers are ranked in the top 10 Rotax drivers in the USA Rotax uses their National Points Standings system to rank every US Rotax Max Challenge member that competes in any official Rotax program throughout the United States. Congratulations to the following GCKI racers who stacked up as the best compared to their fellow competitors across the nation!
Rotax Micro Max -
- 7th - Brandon Traw
- 9th - Ryan Lewis
- 10th - Max Hewitt
Rotax Mini Max -
- 6th - Allyn "Bucky" Hewitt
- 9th - Derek Scott Jr
Rotax Junior -
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Last Updated on Sunday, 07 February 2010 14:00 |
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GCKI 2010 Rules and Classes |
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Friday, 05 February 2010 10:03 |
The 2010 GCKI rules and classes have now been posted to the website and are available for viewing and download. There are links to them at the bottom of this page and also from the main navigation at the top of hte page. There are many changes so please review them carefully.
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Last Updated on Friday, 05 February 2010 12:01 |
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Joe Dunlap Memorial Race - A HUGE Success! |
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Tuesday, 02 February 2010 08:31 |
The first race of the 2010 GCKI Sprng Series was held on February 7th and was dedicated to Joe Dunlap in
recognition of his volunteering to the GCKI club for almost 40 years.  Joe was instrumental in getting the club
started and wholeheartedly supported it, helping it grow to where it is today.  Joe passed away earlier in 2010
and racers were invited to attend to honor Joe and celebrate his life and contributions to our club. Â
THANKS TO ALL OUR RACERS, Â we had a phenomenal turnout! Â It was a cloudy and windy day with a high
temperature of 52 degrees.  It was also Super Bowl Sunday.  None of that stopped the racers from showing up
at the track. Â We had a total of 63 race entries - ranging from age 5 to 79! Â It was a great day for racing and showing
your support of our club. Â
We look forward to holding the Joe Dunlap Memorial Race as our first race of our Spring Series annually. Â ThanksÂ
to Joe and his family for providing such a great venue for all of us to share!
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Last Updated on Monday, 08 February 2010 20:49 |
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GCKI Fall Points |
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Written by John Bartos
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Wednesday, 09 December 2009 20:21 |
These files represent the results of GCKI’s Spring and Fall Points Championship. The results should be consistent with MyLaps. The tallies have been computed to the best of our abilities – but there is always room for error. If any errors are suspected please report them to John Bartos atÂ
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and we will strive to resolve them as quickly and fairly as possible. These results should be consistent with GCKI’s competition rules – That is, it is a best 5 races out of 7 series. You must have competed in at least 4 races to qualify for a year-end trophy. The dark highlighted 1st, 2nd and 3rd , where applicable, represent the trophies that will be awarded at the year-end banquet. These tallies shall remain unofficial until the end of December at which point no further changes will be made and trophies will be ordered for the banquet. The points were computed following the requirement that racers be members in good standing to earn points and qualify for year-end awards. Congratulations to all of our competitors and we look forward to seeing you all at the banquet and awards ceremony.
 GCKI 2009 Fall Points 202K
GCKI 2009 Spring Points 216K |
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 09 December 2009 20:34 |
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Team GCKI Takes Top Awards at SWRC |
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Written by Max Hewitt
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Thursday, 30 July 2009 19:50 |
Can You Have a Home Field Advantage in Karting?
Well when you look at the results from Race 7 & 8 of the SWRC that was held at GCKI last weekend, I would say so.
With 33 Podium finishes over the weekend Team GCKI owned the track. Here is a list of racers that finished on the podium:
- Kid Karts - Brandon Anderson (Sat 3rd, Sun 2nd), Brandin Warwas (Sat 1st), Dylan Schlegal (Sat 2nd, Sun 3rd), Blake Cisneros (Sun 1st)
- TAG Gazelle - Derek Scott (Sat 1st, Sun 3rd) David Ilavia (Sat 2nd, Sun 1st), Garrett Madison (Sat 3rd)
- TAG Junior - Will Choice (Sat 1st, Sun 2nd), Michael Ilavia (Sat 2nd, Sun 1st), Grant Prejean (Sat 3rd)
- TAG Senior - Graig Alvarez (Sat 3rd)
- TAG Masters - Bryan Joplin (Sun 1st), Mark Reid (Sat 1st, Sun 3rd), Scott Boone (Sat 2nd, Sun 2nd), Paul Jones (Saturday 3rd)
- 125cc Senior Shifter - Garrett Boone (Sat 1st, Sun 1st)
- 80cc Shifter - Blake Kruger (Sat 1st)
- Rotax Micromax - Brandon Traw (Sat 2nd, Sun 2nd), Max Hewitt (Sat 1st, Sun 1st) , Ashley Bartos (Sat 3rd, Sun 3rd)
- Rotax Minimax - Austin Osborn (Sat 3rd, Sun 2nd), Timmy Reger (Sun 3rd)
- Rotax Masters - Dave Pauly (Sat 1st), David Pergande (Sun 1st)
Congratulations TeamGCKI!!!
Article and graphics by Max Hewitt. |
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Last Updated on Thursday, 30 July 2009 20:25 |
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Improvements at Your Track! |
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Written by Marcia Bartos
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Monday, 20 July 2009 16:27 |
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Saturday, July 11, was a members meeting and track work day. There was a light turnout of members, but with determination and lots of teamwork, the work got done in near 100 degree temperatures.  The work day was primarily scheduled to prepare for the SWRC that will be held this coming weekend, as well as to make overall improvements to your club. When you see the new pillow barriers, leveled ground, new flag stand, signs, general clubhouse cleaning, and many other improvements, you can personally thank those people listed below who put in their time and energy to complete the jobs that needed to be done.   They were: Ashley Bartos, John Bartos, Zach Berger, Scott Boone, Bill Choice, Will Choice, Mike Hewitt, Max Hewitt, Paul Jones, Bryan Joplin, Jan Joplin, Gary Kincade, KJ Kreiter, David McKee and Brian Traw.  Thanks for your hard work – the track looks great! |
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Last Updated on Monday, 27 July 2009 21:44 |
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Rotax National Points Standings |
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Written by Yaani-Mai Gaddy
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Tuesday, 14 July 2009 11:33 |
GCKI members are doing very well in the Rotax National Points Standings. This is a points system developed to rank all Rotax drivers nationally. Points are assigned based on multipliers depending on the number of racers in each serie's classes. Congratulations to the following GCKI members on your accomplishments!
Rotax Micro Max
1st place - Brandon Traw
4th place - Max Hewitt |
Rotax Mini Max
3rd place - Bucky Hewitt |
Complete rankings can be viewed on the Rotax National Points Standings website. |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 21 July 2009 08:23 |
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Race Course Direction Change |
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Written by Bill Choice
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Monday, 13 July 2009 23:17 |
It was agreed to during the July 11th member's meeting that we will change up the racing direction during the fall series. The first race, the SWRC and all Odd-Numbered races will be conducted in the traditional CLOCKWISE direction. Beginning with the race after SWRC, Fall Race 2 - we will conduct all even numbered races in the COUNTER CLOCKWISE direction.
We will update the race schedule accordingly.
We plan to purchase two signs that will be hung on the fence to alert people practicing what the direction for the next racing event shall be - so that there is minimal conflict and confusion for those who show up to the track on practice days.
Fall Race 1 - 7/12/09 - CLOCKWISE
SWRC Races 7&8 - 7/25 & 26/09 - CLOCKWISE
Fall Race 2 - 8/9/09 - COUNTER CLOCKWISE
Fall Race 3 - 9/20/09 - CLOCKWISE
Fall Race 4- 10/04/09 - COUNTER CLOCKWISE
Fall Race 5- 10/18/09 - CLOCKWISE
Fall Race 6 - 11/1/09 - COUNTER CLOCKWISE
Fall Race 7 - 11/15/09 - CLOCKWISE
Direction On Practice Days
Course direction for practice will change immediately afer an event & practice direction will be the same as the upcoming event. Please practice in the direction of the upcoming event on practice days to keep practice safe for everyone, thank you for your cooperation. |
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Last Updated on Monday, 13 July 2009 23:44 |
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GCKI Clothing Now Available for Purchase |
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Written by Marcia Bartos
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Friday, 26 June 2009 16:07 |
The long-awaited GCKI Mechanics Shirts, Polo shirts, T-shirts, hats & aprons are now available !!! Â Â When decide what items you want, email me: Â
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with the following details: Â Your name and phone number; item #, quantity & size (if applicable) of each item you wish to purchase. The order will be placed on July 2nd, so time is of the essence. Â I will order extra hats and aprons, however, if you want shirts, please let me know prior to July 1st so it gets on the order, as it's difficult to order extra sizes for everyone and then have the wrong sizes sitting in inventory. Payment will be due when items are picked up. Â Item price is total price, tax included. Â We are hoping to have these items by the July 12th race, but that might not be possible with our suppliers lead time. Â We will have them before the SWRC race and would encourage all of you to wear them during that weekend. Â If you have questions, please email me and I will do my best to answer them quickly. Â THANK YOU AGAIN FOR YOUR PATIENCE and your timeliness in ordering.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 02 July 2009 21:34 |
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New Accounting System for GCKI |
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Written by Scott Boone
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Wednesday, 25 February 2009 13:44 |
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Changes are occurring in Membership and Accounting. Bill and Becky Choice have been working diligently to rework and streamline our accounting system. They converted the books from Peachtree to Quickbooks and have been working very hard to get everything up to date. The books for the GCKI fiscal year 2009 are now up and running and Bill is working very hard to simplify our processes. For example this Sunday, credit cards will be swiped during registration processed immediately. We have purchased an air card for GCKI and we will be able to process payments, update mylaps, check the weather, and even go LIVE using our timing system if we want. Bill and Becky have spent tremendous numbers of hours working on all of this and our GCKI members and racers owe them a huge Thank You. |
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Last Updated on Sunday, 15 March 2009 22:03 |
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The Bartos are Managing GCKI Membership |
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Written by Scott Boone
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Wednesday, 25 February 2009 13:45 |
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As memberships have been coming in Bill Choice is now processing the payments then coordinating with Marcia and John Bartos to process membership cards. Separating membership processing from accounting has created some challenges but the Choices and the Bartos have worked through these issue and membership should be up to date now. WE fully expect that going forward, membership processing will meet all our expectations. John and Marcia are also reworking the point system with our web developer to streamline the processing of points. Our ultimate goal is to have the points updated to the website before we all go home on race day. This will be very cool for the racers. Thank you John and Marcia for all the hard work.! |
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Last Updated on Sunday, 15 March 2009 22:03 |
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Bridgestone Sponsors GCKI |
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Written by Scott Boone
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Wednesday, 25 February 2009 13:43 |
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 GCKI is very fortunate to have Bridgestone as a sponsor for 2009. The manufacturer has donated tires to the club, banners and promotions for our track and misc items for our year end banquet. This is the first year that GCKI has actively pusued sponsorships from tire manufacturers and we are very pleased with the results of our efforts. All classes at GCKI will run the YHC / YKC tire compound this year with the exception of Rotax classes. Rotax running in the TAG classes will be expected to run YHC / YKC tires.
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