Without prejudice.

Over the past weeks, engines have been presented to TABOR by drivers in the Formula Blue class, for legality ( class compliance) checks.   Three engines, sold by Mr. Lattimer  (of Spa race engines, Droitwich) were found to be non-compliant for racing in the Formula Blue class and would have resulted in exclusions, had the relevant part been checked in post-race scrutineering.  The non-compliance issues included:-
1 x  Engine  I / D number removed, then falsely  over-stamped with an engine number that  already belonged to another driver
1  x  Crankcase I /D numbers removed with false ones re-stamped.
2 x   Maxi  crankcase machined to facilitate  a Leopard crank assy
1 x   Non-original  con rod ( a T.M.)  fitted to a  Leopard crank assy
1  x  Incorrect cylinder fitted to Maxi
1  x  Incorrect cylinder fitted to a Leopard
1  x  Cylinder   with non-compliant port heights on Maxi
1  x  Cylinder  with non-compliant port heights on Leopard
1  x  Over bored cylinder in Leopard
1  x  Cylinder head machined, then re-anodised for Maxi
1  x  Cylinder head anodised blue colour,  then re-anodised green,  finally upper visible area sprayed Black
1  x  Ignition unmarked and not sequentially numbered.
1  x  Ignition with un-matched sequential numbers
1  x  Clutch unmarked, not sequentially numbered
1  x  Piston unmarked, not sequentially numbered
1  x  Non-compliant sprocket fitted ( 11t)
1  x  Non-compliant starter motor
1  x  Non-original reed block
2  x  Upgrade reed petals fitted ( 2.5mm carbon fibre)
1  x  Non-original reed stuffer block ( Ital)
1  x  Modified reed stuffer block ( machined and polished)

Tabor considers these issues to be extremely serious as they could enhance performance within the Formula Blue class.   Mr. Lattimer was given the opportunity to counter these claims but has failed to adequately do so, he is therefore considered as bringing Formula Blue into disrepute and has been removed, with immediate effect, from the TABOR supply list. 
Reports on the engines have been made and supplied to the owners concerned, should they consider action necessary. Tabor has been advised that a refund in one instance has already been made.

It is further recommended that, in view of the above, any racer in Formula Blue who has recently either purchased an engine or had an engine service undertaken by Mr. Lattimer / Spa, that they present such engines to TABOR, for class conformity checks, rather than risk race exclusions.

TABOR, as a direct consequence, has announced that they will, in the case of deliberate non-compliance issues, identify individuals or trade outlets whose actions bring the Junior and Formula Blue classes into disrepute.

The NKRA wish to advise that the Formula Blue class in both the Blue Challenge and the NKRA Regional Championships are now Full.
The Junior Blue list is still open for registrations.
To view the list of registered drivers please CLICK HERE.
Or go the Results page on the www.planetkarting.uk website , Results main menu/ then Southern Blue Challenge on drop down menu.

The NKRA wishes to advise that the formula Blue section of their Championships, including the BLUE CHALLENGE, has reached the milestone where there are only 10 places left on the competitor’s list.
Drivers wishing to guarantee a racing slot in 2021 need to download a registration form and submit the same with urgency.
To download a form CLICK HERE. or go to the NKRA CHAMPIONSHIP DROPDOWN MENU BUTTON on the www. planetkarting.uk website.

For an update of registered drivers CLICK HERE
or go to the results page on the www.planetkarting.uk website
RESULTS MENU BUTTON – THEN SOUTHERN BLUE CHALLENGE ON THE DROP DOWN MENU

Following a surge of interst in the Junior Blue class. TABOR advise that there is a need for used LYNX engines to meet the demand. TABOR are offering to purchase LYNX Engines, in any condition. The price paid will be determined by a) Bore size, and b) condition. Even though the engines to be used in Junior Blue must be box standard, it does not preclude modified engines being offered for purchase, as any non-compliant parts can, in many cases, be removed and / or replaced, as long as the crank case and cylinder has not been altered. The offer price will reflect such circumstances.
Interested parties are asked to contact TABOR on 01305 774074

Action at Mansell Raceway on October 25th, 2020, showing the conclusion of the Two Counties Kart Club Championship 2020.
CLICK ON THE THIS LINK TO VIEW

As a direct consequence of the inclusion of the Junior Blue Class into the NKRA and Blue Challenge Championships, the numbers competing in the Formula BLUE Class will need to be regulated. The Championship is held within regular club race meetings and extra load is put on to the host club’s organisation. There has been quite an upsurge of interest in the 2021 Blue Challenge, as such and taking into account the potential extra 4 races needed for Junior Blue and the 2020’s registration number of 28 drivers, an extra heat and B final for Formula BLUE, if it becomes necessary, could create an overload in the host club’s race schedule.
Therefore, the NKRA will implement a cap of 30 accepted registrations. If and when the cap is reached a reserve list will be compiled. Should the entry list at any round not reach the capped number, then competitors from the reserve list may be invited to race.

For an update of the Registration List click here.
For a 2021 Registration Form to download Click here
To have a 2021 Registrations form sent by post contact the NKRA comp. sec. on 01305 774074 or email mail@planetkarting.co.uk

In order to ‘preserve comparable kart performance,’ there will be weight and restrictor changes for 2021 in the Formula Blue Classes.
Restrictors are available from TABOR KARTING at a cost of £ 30. Competitors with 2020 restrictors who may wish to exchange may do so at a cost of £10 ( i.e. £ 20 refund). Please send in your restrictor complete with the appropriate fee and a clear instruction as to which new restrictor is required. Tabor are also prepared to exchange any restrictors that were in use prior to 2020, for a fee of £ 20 ( i.e. £ 10 refund). As above, drivers are asked to send in the old restrictor(s) with the appropriate fee in order to complete the exchange.
TABOR karting – 01305 774074
mail@planetkarting.

For more weight / restrictor information please view the Class information
on the planetkarting.uk website, or click on the class regulations link here
JUNIOR BLUE REGULATIONS 2021
FORMULA BLUE REGULATIONS 2021

The Junior BLUE and Formula BLUE regulations for 2021 are now available and posted on the www.planetkarting website.
To view go to the Race Class info. menu button.
Or Click here JUNIOR BLUE FORMULA BLUE

The earlybird NKRA discount for competitor registration, for 2021, has now passed the December 1st deadline. However, drivers wanting to register prior to Round 1 can do so by downloading the registration form from this www. planetkarting.uk website and sending it to the competition secretary.
( details are on the registration form).
The list of competitors already registered, which includes the first Junior Blue registration, can be viewed on this website.
CLICK HERE for a registration form
CLICK HERE for up to date registrations for 2021

The Sporting Regulations for the 2021 NKRA Championship have now been issued and are available.

To view go to the NKRA Clubman Championship / Championship Regulations Menu buttons, on this www.planetkarting.uk website
or CLICK HERE