Skyline Speedway

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ประเทศ/ภูมิภาค: สหรัฐ
ชื่อเวทีแข่งขัน: Skyline Speedway
ความยามวงกลม: 0.402 km (0.250 miles)
ที่อยู่สนามแข่ง: 7274 QuigglyRoad, Stewart, OH 45735

วิวของเซอร์กิต

Skyline Speedway is a motorsport racing circuit located in Stewart, Ohio, United States. It serves as a regional venue for various forms of motorsport and hosts local, national, and club-level racing events.

Circuit Layout & Key Specifications

Location: Stewart, Ohio, United States
Circuit Type: Permanent road course
Length: 3.45 km (2.14 miles)
Number of Turns: 12
Layout: Combination of high-speed straights and technical corners
Surface: Asphalt
Direction: Clockwise

Track Characteristics

Moderate elevation changes providing varied driving challenges
Mix of slow hairpins and medium-speed sweepers requiring balanced car setup
Technical infield section favoring precise handling
Sufficient run-off areas for safety compliance
Suitable for multiple racing disciplines including GT, touring cars, and motorcycles

Key Corners

Turn 3: Tight right-hander with a significant braking zone, critical for lap time
Turn 7: Medium-speed left-hand sweep requiring smooth throttle application
Turn 10: Hairpin corner demanding strong mechanical grip and traction exit
Final Corner (Turn 12): Fast right-hander leading onto the main straight, important for overtaking opportunities

Lap Record & Performance Benchmarks

Overall fastest lap: 1:18.432 (unofficial)
GT3 Class record: 1:20.115 set during the 2023 regional GT3 series
Touring Car benchmark: 1:22.800 recorded in the 2022 Ohio Touring Cup
Motorcycle category lap times typically range around 1:25

Racing History & Major Events

Hosts the annual Ohio Regional GT3 Series race weekend since 2019
Venue for the Ohio Touring Cup and various club racing championships
Occasionally used for driver development and testing sessions
No international-level events recorded

Facilities & Infrastructure

Paddock area with space for 50+ teams
Modern timing and scoring systems installed
Multiple pit garages and refueling stations
Medical center compliant with FIA Grade 3 standards
On-site race control with CCTV coverage

Spectator Experience

Grandstands located at main straight and Turns 3 and 10 offering good views
Multiple spectator zones with access to food and beverage outlets
Parking accommodates up to 3,000 vehicles
Limited wheelchair accessibility in certain grandstand areas

Location & Accessibility

Situated in Stewart, Ohio, approximately 25 km north of Cincinnati
Accessible via Interstate 75 and State Route 128
Nearest major airport: Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), ~30 km
Local accommodations available in Stewart and Cincinnati metro area

Summary

Skyline Speedway is a 3.45 km permanent road course located in Stewart, Ohio, characterized by a mix of slow and medium-speed corners with moderate elevation changes. It hosts regional GT3 and touring car events with lap records in the 1:18 to 1:22 range. The circuit features modern facilities including pit garages and medical centers, and offers spectator viewing from multiple grandstands. Accessibility is facilitated by proximity to major highways and a nearby international airport.