FAQs
KartSport Nelson FAQs
Venue-specific questions and answers for this circuit.
No.
- Pro Karts is the rental track at Tahunanui Beach (Nelson).
- KartSport Nelson is the club track in Redwood Valley (Richmond).
Don't mix them up!
Yes, if it is a competition kart and you hold a KartSport New Zealand licence.
It is a legendary South Island karting event, typically held in June (Queen's Birthday Weekend). Drivers race one day at KartSport Nelson and the next day at KartSport Marlborough (Blenheim) to crown an overall champion.
The club recommends visiting on a race day to talk to members. The entry-level class is often Briggs LO206 (4-stroke), which is affordable and competitive, or Rotax Max for higher speeds.