Kankakee Speedway

サーキット情報

大陸: 北米
国名/地域: アメリカ合衆国
サーキット名: Kankakee Speedway
サーキットの長さ: 0.536 km (0.333 miles)
サーキットアドレス: 213 W 4000S Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901, United States

サーキット概要

Kankakee Speedway is a short oval racing circuit located in Kankakee, Illinois, United States. It primarily hosts grassroots and regional motorsport events, including dirt track racing disciplines. The venue is known for its local racing culture and community engagement.

Circuit Layout & Key Specifications

Type: Oval dirt track
Length: Approximately 0.25 miles (0.40 km)
Surface: Dirt
Configuration: Oval with four turns
Banking: Moderate banking on corners (specific angles not publicly documented)
Direction: Left-hand (counter-clockwise) racing

Track Characteristics

Short, tight oval track emphasizing driver skill and vehicle setup for close racing
Dirt surface requires ongoing track maintenance and affects traction conditions throughout events
Moderate banking allows for side-by-side racing, typical of short track dirt speedways
Track conditions vary significantly with weather and race program adjustments

Key Corners

Turn 1 & 2: Slightly banked, demanding precise entry to maintain momentum into the back straight
Turn 3 & 4: Slightly tighter radius than Turns 1 & 2, requiring careful throttle modulation and line choice for exit onto the main straight

Lap Record & Performance Benchmarks

Overall official lap record: Not publicly documented
Series-specific or event lap records: Not available due to the local and regional level of competition and timekeeping data limitations

Racing History & Major Events

Hosts weekly dirt racing events featuring late models, sprint cars, and street-stock classes
Known for regional championship events but no nationally sanctioned major motorsport series
Venue plays a vital role in local racing culture and driver development in Illinois

Facilities & Infrastructure

Basic spectator seating with grandstands adjacent to the main straight
Pit area facilities tailored for grassroots teams
Lighting available for night racing events
Limited hospitality and commercial infrastructure consistent with short track dirt racing venues

Spectator Experience

Close proximity to the track allows for an immersive viewing experience
Typically family-friendly, community-oriented environment
Access to concessions and parking on site
Atmosphere characterized by local motorsport enthusiasm and accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Situated in Kankakee, Illinois, United States
Accessible via regional highways serving the Kankakee area
Proximity to local amenities including lodging, dining, and services
No major airport or public transit directly serving the circuit; primarily accessed by road

Summary

Kankakee Speedway is a quarter-mile dirt oval located in Kankakee, Illinois, focusing on local and regional dirt track racing. Its configuration emphasizes close, skill-dependent racing on a moderately banked, left-hand dirt surface. The circuit lacks documented official lap records and major nationally sanctioned events but is integral to the local racing community. Facilities support grassroots racing with night event capabilities and basic spectator accommodations. The venue is accessible via regional road networks in the Kankakee area.