Huge Fields Set for NHKA Race 1 at Canaan Motor Club

Race 1 at Canaan Motor Club is almost here! Please take a few minutes to review the full schedule, race order, important reminders, and track information below before arriving this weekend.

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

FRIDAY
5:00 PM – Gates Open (No Early Arrivals)
• Camping, pit setup, and safety tech available

8:00 PM – Gates Close
• No entry permitted after this time

SATURDAY SCHEDULE
6:30 AM – Gates Open
• Spectator entry will close at 12:00 PM
• Please enter through the main gate with the NHKA sign

8:30 AM – Mandatory Drivers Meeting

8:45 AM – New Drivers Safety Course Meeting
• Kid Karts report to grid

9:00 AM – Karts On Track

RACE FORMAT
• 2 rounds of practice
• Qualifying
• Kid Kart trophies presented at the start of the lunch break
• Final races to follow

To help maximize track time and keep the program running efficiently, classes may be combined if necessary.

RACE ORDER
• Kid Kart
• 206 Cadet
• 206 Junior
• TaG Masters
• World Formula Light & Heavy
• 206 Medium
• TaG Senior
• 206 Senior Light
• 206 Masters
• New Member Safety Course

Please note: Race order may be adjusted if necessary throughout the day.

NEW MEMBERS
At check-in, you will receive:
• Pit Pass
• One Grid Pass per driver
• Steering wheel sign-in band
• Transponder (if renting)

Please remember that all karts must pass safety tech before entering the track.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS
• PLEASE make sure all transponders are fully charged
• A safety check sheet will be included in your race envelope and must be completed and signed before tech inspection
• Please bring helmets to safety check if they have not already been inspected
• LeConte tires are required for all racers
• All 206 karts must run World Formula mufflers
• Kart numbers must be clearly visible on all 4 sides of the kart
• Only 1 helper allowed on grid per racer
• Spectator areas will be separated from pit areas
• No bikes, scooters, or wheeled recreational items permitted
• NO ALCOHOL while the track is hot
• No campfires permitted
• Please respect the property we have the privilege to race at
• Please take all trash, used tires, and fuel containers with you when leaving
• Leave your pit area clean at the end of the event

We are expecting a large turnout for Race 1. Please be courteous and mindful when parking and setting up trailers, tents, and pit areas so we can make the best use of available space for everyone attending.

PIT PASS PRICING — CASH ONLY
Adults – $20
Children 12 & Under – $15
Overnight Camping – $25

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• No concessions will be available on site — please plan accordingly
• Guests and spectators should bring their own chairs, food, and drinks
• A local market/deli/store is located just down the road from the track

We appreciate everyone’s support and cooperation as we kick off Race 1 of the 2026 season. We’re looking forward to a great weekend at the track and can’t wait to see everyone at Canaan Motor Club!

Ryan Archambault & Kelly Holstein
NHKA Racing Series

Race 1 registration is open on bikereg

http://www.bikereg.com/nhka

Please sign up by Tuesday May 12th 5pm

Members only.

Non members please email us first at nhkaracingseries@gmail.com

NHKA Kicks Off Strong – Race 1 Coming Soon

We just want to take a minute to say thank you to everyone who came out and supported our first event. From the drivers to the families to the crew — you all helped make it a great day, and we truly appreciate it.

Race 1 is coming up quick!

Be on the lookout — updates are coming and registration will be opening later this week.

Let’s keep it rolling… see you all at the track soon!

2026 Practice Day is HERE!!

NHKA Practice Weekend Information

We’re excited to kick off our first event as the new owners of NHKA. Thank you to everyone for your patience and cooperation as we get everything up and running at a new location.

Please note that pit layouts may be adjusted as we organize trailers, campers, and equipment to ensure a smooth and safe event for everyone.

 General Information

• No official scoring for practice
  (Transponders are encouraged to help with scoring setup and education)
• Orbits/MyLaps system will be running for testing, including live scoring
• Registration is closed – no race day signups
• All registered drivers will have a pit pass ready
• Pit passes for all others: $20 CASH ONLY at the gate
• $25 for overnight Camping
• All guests must wear pit passes at all times
• Scales will be available – drivers are responsible for meeting class weight requirements
• Only trailers and tow vehicles allowed in pit area (all others park in designated lot)
• Please welcome our 32 new drivers and help make it a great first experience

 Friday (April 25)

• 5:00 PM – Gate opens (camping, pit setup, safety tech available)
• 8:00 PM – Gate closes (no entry after this time)

Saturday Schedule

• 6:30 AM – Gate opens (use main gate with NHKA sign)
• 8:45 AM – Mandatory drivers meeting (all drivers & guests)
• 9:00 AM – Safety course meeting
• 9:15 AM – Practice begins

Practice Format:

• Grouped sessions (8–10 minutes each)
• Track 1 running clockwise
• Classes may be combined to maximize track time
• Schedule may adjust as safety course drivers advance

New Members

At check-in, you will receive:

• Pit pass
• Grid pass (1 per driver)
• Steering wheel sign-in band

 All karts must pass safety tech before entering the track (tech located on grid)

Rules & Reminders

• No bikes, scooters, or wheeled recreational items allowed
• No open alcohol during track hours on Saturday
• Friday camping: no open fires, quiet hours begin at 10 PM
• Take all trash, tires, and fuel containers with you
• Leave your pit area clean

Additional Info

• No concessions on site – plan accordingly
• Lunch break will be provided
• Local market/deli nearby
• Spectators should bring their own chairs

We’re looking forward to a great turnout and an exciting start to the season. See you at the track! ?

Practice Day April 25th 2026

https://www.bikereg.com/nhkapractice

It’s Coming Quick!

Reminder to all members, our fist event is coming quick! Please be sure to update your membership by 3/31, and have all forms submitted for minors before the first event. Please reach out to us with any questions.

Thank you NHKA family!

Ryan and I would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended the 2025 banquet and gave us such a warm welcome as the new owners of NHKA. The support and encouragement truly mean a lot to us as we step into this role.

We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Mike and Lee for everything they’ve done for the club over the years, and we wish them nothing but the best going forward.

Please keep an eye out later this week for important updates regarding 2026 memberships and the upcoming season. We’re excited for what’s ahead and grateful to be part of such an incredible racing community.

— Ryan & Kelly

RSVP Now for the 2025 Awards Banquet

Your 2025 NHKA Awards Banquet will be held on the afternoon of January 10, 2026 at the White Birch Function Hall in Hudson, NH.

All current NHKA members, plus a guest, are invited to attend at no charge. Members may bring up to 2 additional guests for $25 each.

We are now accepting RSVPs via email to nhkaracingseries@gmail.com Please include each member’s name and the number of guests they’ll be bringing. If any member is bringing more than 1 guest, please include a phone number for us to follow up for payment.

RSVPs must be received by December 10, 2025. Please RSVP early! Right now would be great!

Thank you all for a great 2025! Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more updates on the season celebration.

2025 NHKA Racing Series Champions

Thank you to all our racers and their family and friends, as well as our corner marshals, staff, and volunteers. Congratulations to our champions who worked hard and drove fast. You did it!

Jack Ensell – Briggs 206 Cadet

Damen Hernandez – Briggs 206 Junior

Ryan Archambault – Briggs 206 Senior Light

Ryan Archambault – Briggs 206 Senior Medium

Tom Rosenfeld – Briggs 206 Masters

Alex Gomes – TaG Senior

Marciano Dos Santos – TaG Masters

Will Dzuiba – World Formula Light

Freddie Fawcett – World Formula Heavy

NHKA 2025 Championship Finale
Here’s Everything You Need to Know

We’re all set and ready to go for Race 8 – the end of the 2025 season and the beginning of a new era for the NHKA as ownership of the club transfers to Ryan Archambault and family for 2026.

We will be racing on Track 1 counterclockwise. The weather looks clear, but a little chilly. Dress accordingly. Thicker driving gloves or a latex glove liner will help prevent cold driving hands. If you run a water-cooled engine, remember to drain and blow the water out anytime the temperature dips below 40 degrees. All karts must be safety inspected before going on the track. Please double-check your weights. We will be very particular about ensuring they are mounted safely.

Friday Night
5pm Gate opens for trailer drop off, pit set up, kart safety inspection, overnight camping, and pit pass sales. Please remember that pit passes are cash only, so please come prepared because no one is allowed on the property without one.
8pm Gate closes for the night. Please be aware that if you leave the property and cannot make it back by 8pm you may not re-enter.

Saturday
6:30am-12pm Gate open. If you are early, DO NOT park on the street in front of the track. If you have guests coming, they must arrive by noon to purchase the required pit pass.
8:15am Madatory meeting for all drivers and guests.
9am Track goes hot for the first group.

Race Order
1 Kid Kart
2 206 Cadet
3 206 Junior
4 TaG Masters
5 World Formula Light and Heavy
6 206 Medium
7 TaG Senior/DD2
8 206 Senior
9 206 Masters

Two rounds of practice per group
One qualifying session
Lunch break
15-20 lap races in the afternoon

We’re looking forward to seeing you all at the track!