Revving up and getting ready to race is the name of the game at Dade City Motocross Raceway, behind the Pasco County Fairgrounds, at 36722 State Road 52.
And, if you enjoy motocross, you’d likely enjoy an evening at this raceway.
A preview of what the place has to offer was on full display during a recent Saturday night practice session.
The raceway, established in 1979 and now owned by Randy Yoho, offers about 100 acres of a clay/sand track with tight turns and jumps galore.
Sanctioned by the American Motorcycles Association (AMA), the events include a local series, Gold Cup Series, Florida/Georgia Series, Florida Series and area qualifiers for the famous Loretta Lynn Championship series held on property owned by Loretta Lynn in Tennessee.
Practice nights are Thursday starting at 4:30 p.m., for peewee and novice riders, and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., for all other classes. Saturday evening sessions are from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., following the same order when no other events are scheduled for Saturday night races.
The practices keep safety in mind, and are divided into groups, generally by age and experience levels.
The fees are $10 for spectator and $10 per rider, with a membership of $25, or $10 a day.
Lessons also are available on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The instruction is available for people of all ages and no experience is necessary. Classes are $25 each and no membership is required.
The racetrack keeps both racers and spectators in mind, with restrooms equipped with showers, water hookups for RVs, a sheltered concession stand with seating, bleachers for seating, bike spray area and ample parking.
By Randy Underhill
Published October 3, 2018
