Schedule & Signup

At this time, the Huntsville GP 5 will be May 3rd and 4th, 2024.

To view the current list of those registered, CLICK HERE.



Signup is open, the bottom of the page tells you how

The event is a Festival and Exhibition. Nowhere does the word race appear, thus, it is not a race. Don't come with that mindset if you would please. It's a big, fun, social event. (part of the heart, of the sport)

This year, we're paying special attention to your appearance. Many people and businesses in town loved us last time around... so you GOTTA DRESS the part!

The number one rule in cyclekarting is to have fun and make it look good. This, is a cyclekart event that adheres to what a cyclekart really is. They're art on wheels resembling period cars. Each builder, understands that the look of the car is paramount. We drive in a spirited fashion, sometimes in period gear, and just have a good time.

Those that wish to attend, will be those that understand the hobby and have shown to be of good character, behaviour (both observed in-person and on the internet... yup, we watch that too) and overall willingness to be part of the culture. This is not an event for the half-assed cars that look like nothing, based on nothing, or whatever you figured you'd throw together by ignoring 20 YEARS of of information on what a cyclekart is because you felt like it.

I know, too harsh. We really should be more open... but we're not.

Lucky for you potential future participants, this text (as always) has been placed WELL ahead of the next Event. You've got time to make it look like something period.

Cyclekarters don't care who wins and there are no trophies here. Events that give awards for winning, don't get the sport. We're running on CITY streets in a TOWN with MANY spectators including KIDS. Let's attempt to tone down the desire to win.

The health of the sport, and any future major meet... is on YOU as well... to promote a safe event.

It is not part of the CKWC points standings. No Heat at Huntsville qualifies, we are not part of it in any way.

This is an immense venture putting on this event and was originally organized mainly by one person costing thousands of personal dollars and many many hours of work, for the sport, YOU, and the Town. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone based on attitude, observed attitude/behavior (on public forums, etc.) and Numero-Uno, the look of your car exclusively. We'll of course try to get everyone in and we'd hate to turn anyone away, but this is a show... our show, and real cyclekarts. If you don't agree with our rules, please feel free to create your own gathering. It's nothing personal.

The HGP will strive to uphold the traditions observed by The original intent of the Stevensons, Gittreville, Tieton, and the known standards of the beautiful cars and artistic extensions that the cyclekart is known for.

This is a rain or shine event. We are running no matter what happens. Pack accordingly.

Friday will consist of a meet up in Huntsville at the church lot. This starts at 12 noon. Simply show up, park in the back church parking lot and we'll go from there. Anyone staying nearby can park in the back church lot, we have permission to use it. RV's may camp there as well, bathrooms in the church are ours to use... AND their kitchen, as well as some power.

The idea is to have a simple hang out all afternoon as there is no actual plan. Food SHOULD be on site but if it is not, remember to bring something. Food resources are small in town. Then, a simple cruise around town in period costumes in our cars and pictures. It is expected, you dress the part as best you can. (we're classy folks)

Friday night should also include a "cars under the stars" gathering in huntsville square. There should be lights, possibly a live band and food.

Saturday's Grand Prix will follow a similar format as the first event starting at 7AM. The Track may change slightly.

Some of the morning will consist of "gentleman's heats" or drives around course in costume. Seeing most of the public appears before lunch, that's how it will go.

After lunch, we'll dawn a little more and roar on with more spirited heats.

Due to the busy nature of Saturday, nothing is currently planned for Sunday.

Seeing it is a cyclekarting event, below is what you ARE EXPECTED to bring/do if you wish to participate.

You (and drivers).
1. Full faced helmet. Modular or flip-up face/chin helmets are not allowed due to the decreased facial protection they provide. No article we've found says otherwise and we're sticking with it.Why Most Modular Helmets aren't Snell Rated Once again, it is our event and our rules. Arguing with the organizer will not get a response. Someone ignored this last year. Perhaps we'll have a chat with em. To be fair however, if you have a SNELL rated modular helmet, you may use it.
2. Neck Brace
3. Close-toed shoes AND gloves
4. Long sleeved Shirt
5. Pants
Many use old time coveralls too, or race suits are welcomed.
6. Must be 16 yrs old and hold a valid drivers license. If under 18, parental consent form will be signed and PARENTS will attend a special drivers meeting AND will run only in a heat with other younger drivers. Minors, (that's ANYONE UNDER 18) are not allowed to drive in the main heats with veteran drivers.
     6a. Teenagers that have a known & safe record of driving cyclekarts (or actual racers) as viewed over time on many forums, youtube & such, may drive in heats. Otherwise, follow 6 above.
7. Willingness to help if asked to.
8. EXPECTED. Bring a small display showing something about your car, inspiration photos, drawings... give the crowd something to look at.
9. Children driving cyclekarts around, No. Not happening.
10. When driving a cyclekart, you should always wear a helmet unless it's a picture shoot at SLOW SPEED, or the gentleman's drives. (they're 5 MPH folks)
11. ANY driver showing up on grid for a heat without the proper gear, will be asked to retrieve said required gear.
12. You cannot let local residents drive your cars in heats... Ever. If we see it, you're never coming back.
13. A fire Extinguisher.
14. You WILL corner marshal, it is expected.


Your car.
1. Car MUST... MUST be visibly a representative of a clear inspiration car or possess sufficient creativity that represents the period cars.
2. Car SHOULD BE 39" wide (or less). If wider, MUST be a KILLER representation of the period to participate. Yes, some were wider than that but those that represented well are just fine. IF the car is beyond 44" wide, it MUST, without a doubt... look like the inspiration car to participate.
3. Car should be complete, or appear to be nearing completion and adhere to the common cyclekarting guidelines in general. It does not have to be painted but should look like something of the period.
4. Car must have a floor.
5. We will not "tech" MOST cars as we know many of the particpants, however... ALL NEW cars will be looked at. Bring a dangerous car, we're gonna tell you about it and stop those that just don't cut it.
6. Must have all spokes present and tight.
7. Have functional brakes ok?
8. Visible and accessible kill switch NOT on the engine.
9. Stock gas tanks are fine, any tank that is not stock should be solidly mounted. (no zip ties & tape)
10. If rear of car does not have body work, or is incomplete, or is just SILLY amounts of exposed spinning death... ALL... ALL precautions must be taken by having chain guards, TAV covers in place. Mainly, from ABOVE and/or driver location.
11. Respect the church property. Bring something to put under your car should it leak, or you spill something. KEEP it clean.
12. If at any time your car has a mechanical issue and you do not pull over, or off... and it is observed, you will be asked to leave and never invited again.
13. ANY CAR running a slide carb (e.g. Mikuni, etc.) MUST... have a safety wire on the cable housing to the carb. So it cannot pull out, resulting in the car going full throttle with nobody in it. Every single year, it has happened.



15. The Strap Rule When starting your car and you're alone, you MUST have it connected to something. Use a tie down strap or similar, hook it to the bumper of your car, OR it's drive wheels off the ground on initial start. This way, you know things are "Good to go."

The reason for this: Every single year, we've seen someone's car Take off due to a stuck throttle. The first time this happened, an 8 yr old girl was in the car and it launched. Thanks to Ken Bunce, who dove... hitting the ground yet grabbing and stopping the car, it could have been worse.

This rule, only applies if you are starting your car and you're alone... and not in it. THE ONLY other way you can start your own car and not be in it, is if you have a tether kill switch, common on personal water craft. (you know, the wrist band attached to the kill switch thing)

If you Break this rule... your driving is done and you will never, ever, come back to Huntsville. A runaway car can kill someone. If you cannot follow this rule, don't come.

The Price and Number of Cars allowed: (please remember, all entry fees go to the town of Huntsville, and we'll attempt to keep it fair for all.)



1. It's a pay to play thing folks. Each Car entry is $130.00. (100 for entry, 10 for cone rental, 10 for the church, 10 for other items we use)
2. If you have 2 cars and your 2nd car is deemed a "Backup Car," it will be used as a backup only if your main car fails. That is $50.00. IF IT IS USED for anything other than your backup car, it then becomes a full registration fee.
3. Friday night food, add 10.00 if you wish to partake.

The Maximum number of cars any 1 team can bring, is 2. TWO.

What to expect on Saturday:
The schedule.

1. 7am to around 8 am. If arriving, park in the BACK church parking lot. Take your cyclekarts to an open pit space and set up. Then, open track. Go drive around, play, get things working right. Do whatever you want here. If you stayed over, welp... you're already there. We hope you got up. If not, we won't wake you. We'd love you to get your rest.
2. 8am, Get your cars to the staging lot.
3. Drivers meeting... "The talk." Miss it, and you don't drive.
4. 1st Heat, new drivers. That means all newbie drivers, like the spare folks some might bring All are led around by vetrans so they know what is expected.
5. We're watching again this year. Overzealous competition or dangerous driving will be stopped pretty fast. We'd love to do this again. Although it has not happened, an accident involving a child... pets, adults of Huntsville... WILL END THIS EVENT... forever. Please remember this. There are many many people watching, including the Mayor, ALL of town council, and most importantly... children. Give them something to smile about, and not us (ME) a reason to end your adventure.
6. All remaining heats go until you're tired of driving. The neat thing about this format is this: If you want to be in the next heat... just get in the pre-stage lane. You'll be next.
7. When done with a heat, go around, and get back to the pits via the secondary exit to the church.
8. When that's complete, track sweep goes out and checks things. When back, the next group goes out.
9. Lunch is around Noon. Wait for the church bells. You'll know it when you hear it.
10. After lunch, Resume heats.
11. Gentlemanly heats continue until around 4 pm.
12. 4 PM... THE grand Prix. ALL CARS ON TRACK, the final event. THIS IS NOT A RACE.
13. Finish.. all get together, photo time and awards..wind down.
14. HELP, everyone pack up and leave Huntsville the way we found it. It's a nice place. Let's keep it that way.
15. Lastly... make sure to help get the hay bales from the course, and put where directed.
Done & done... that's the plan.

In the past, it was open to anyone that wished to attend however it is possible some could be turned away this time around. This event, is invite only. We hate to do it but there's just too many new builders out there that just don't get it. Remember, it's cyclekarting. It's gotta look like something of the period.... not a mass produced concession kart, not a whatever you felt like making kart... none of that.

The passing out of flyers within the boundries of this event, to events non-cyclekart related, or events cyclekart related that don't adhere to the common practice of cyclekarting is prohibited without prior permission from the organizer.

Signup, is open.

Follow along below:
1. Email me, Kelly Wood at: kawood100@gmail.com
2. Subject: Huntsville GP5
3. Message: Say you'd like to attend.
4. Include a picture of your entry, and the inspiration car. We will let you know if you're approved.
5. If approved we'll respond and let you know.
6. There is no online payment method, you're bringing cash.

IF YOU ARE NEW, include the make/model/year of the inspiration car, and where you're from.



Toodles.

The staff. :)

Past Rosters:

2023

2022

2021