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    Hellyer Velodrome

    4.6 (10 reviews)

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    Went to the velodrome with a group of teen and pre-teen boys, not knowing what to expect -- it was FANTASTIC.

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    K1 Speed Santa Clara - Rain or shine, every day is a good day for racing at our indoor track!

    K1 Speed Santa Clara

    2.5(971 reviews)
    10.9 mi

    My son got invited to a couple of quick birthday races from his friend at school and he had a…read moreblast. I will say I'm glad I wasn't on the track with these teen boys but I'm glad they had fun. The restroom was nice and clean. I didn't try any food or play any games so my review is based off of my 13 year olds reaction. He enjoyed it so much we found another go kart place in Reno while we were there and took him to that one too!

    Where do I begin... called a total of 3 times to clarify information and possible scenarios before…read moredriving up 2-3 hours to celebrate a buddies birthday and have some fun. Unfortunately we only had 7 so we couldn't do the 8 person reservation. I called to get info about wait times (I understand that they can't give me an exact estimate so I told them give me worse case scenario) and I was advised that the group of 7 could have some long wait times so we opted to just come up with 3 of us. Upon arrival, place was dead other than 2-3 staff members within sight. We asked the individual behind the counter some basic questions being first timers at that location, we ended up purchasing 2 races and we received 1 for free because it was Tuesday and that was just a deal they had. After they took our money they said "well it could be about 30 minutes until you all race" which we responded saying that it's totally fine we will hangout thank you. Well since we had 30 minutes to kill why not buy some arcade credits and mess around (very mediocre arcade at best). After we purchased arcade credits, about 15 minutes went buy another employee came up to us to let us know that if we wanted to race we would have to wait till about 4:45-5pm because a group rented out the facility and there's just nothing they can do. Keep in mind when we purchased our races, 2:23pm to be exact, we got told 30 minutes. Somehow between multiple phone calls to confirm before the long drive and the day of upon arrival purchasing our races not a single individual let us know about this possible booking. ALSO no we did not show up before this group event, they were already there. Which in their defense the employee giving us a refund said "well we are not allowed to tell people about bookings". Great totally understandable I run a business my self and I understand private information etc. however the lying of race times, letting us wait for a bit and following up with "if you don't take the refund we will give you 2 extra races" well thanks but I find it hard to believe we got the full reasoning behind the situation... also to add more context, no we weren't those customers causing issues, being overly loud, or causing any sort of issues. Civilized beings and in return got a pretty S*** end of the stick. K1 speed its self is great but this location is ran by some individuals that have zero interest in making the experience rememberable. K1s slogan "Arrive and Drive" they have printed on their business cards left out crucial information. Arrive and drive past. Keep your money and spend it with a business that will give you the proper attention. Not asking to be treated like royalty. Just some common decency.

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    Our all-electric go karts are the fastest in the industry and can reach speeds of up to 45 mph!

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    Our indoor track will challenge veteran racers and amateurs alike!

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    The dining area inside our Paddock Lounge

    Nor-Cal Hobbies - My modded TRX-4M

    Nor-Cal Hobbies

    4.7(307 reviews)
    2.9 miFairgrounds
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    Yes, I'd change that part so it's clear they did have Monster Jam RC trucks, just not Sparkle Smash…read morespecifically: This was my first time coming here, but my husband has been here before. He wanted to stop by to check out the RC cars and boats, and even he was surprised by how much the store had changed since the last time he visited! There was honestly so much to look at. They have a HUGE variety of RC stuff--cars, trucks, boats, planes, parts, accessories, different bodies, and so much more. They even work on and repair RC cars there, which is really convenient. For me, the coolest part was the indoor RC track! Since this was my first time here, I was honestly amazed watching everyone race their little RC cars around the track . I didn't realize how big of a hobby this was, so it was actually really fun to watch. They also have an entire rock-crawling room with rocks, bridges, ramps, and different obstacles for the RC trucks, which was really cool to see. The guy working there was also really nice. He greeted us when we came in and answered all of my husband's questions. He was friendly and took the time to talk to us without making us feel rushed. They also had several Monster Jam RC trucks, which immediately caught my attention . I specifically asked about the Sparkle Smash truck. They didn't have that particular one, but he said they might get it later on. He also told us to come back because they're having a Monster Jam event soon, and now I'm actually interested in coming back for it! My husband already knew about this place, but as a first-time visitor, I was really impressed. Even though RC cars aren't really my hobby, I still had a good time looking around and watching everyone race. Between the huge selection, indoor track, rock-crawling area, repair services, and friendly customer service, we'll definitely be back!

    I had the pleasure of connecting with Will regarding getting my sons started with RC planes. Will…read morewas very knowledgable and informative. He wa very patient with us and told us exactly what we need to get started without trying to sell us. I would recommend Will for anything RC related!

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    SSi Racing Team - Newly renovated Mobile Racing Simulator and Go Kart hauler!

    SSi Racing Team

    5.0(13 reviews)
    12.1 mi

    I was researching for go karting teams around the Bay Area and SSi was mentioned several times so I…read moredecided to give them a try. The team is a family run operation with Jason being the head coach (also a semi-pro racer) and Maria handling all the logistics. I booked an arrive & drive session for their 100cc kart at Sonoma Raceway and the entire experience far exceeded my expectations. The kart was in immaculate condition and fine tuned specifically to my build; I met with them a week in advance to do measurements to ensure proper fitment, which was a first for me. Jason and his crew were giving me solid advice throughout the day, answered all my questions, and even gave in-depth guidance on taking the next steps with purchasing my own kart. You can absolutely see the care and passion they have for this sport and how they want to help you progress into a better driver. Although their main focus is driver development through SIM training, they are truly devoted to helping you grow as a driver and ensure you have a fun time.

    We hired SSI Racing team to come out to our office for filming. The staff was great! Maria, Jason…read moreand Carlos helped out staff moving the Go Karts around for particular shots, they let the cast and crew have fun with the simulator in the trailer. I would love to join them on the track one day. Thank you so much for your outstanding customer service!

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    Sonoma Raceway - Inside the facility

    Sonoma Raceway

    3.9(231 reviews)
    69.8 mi

    This was our first visit to Sonoma raceway . We went to see the Ferrari challenge NA mostly because…read moreour 5 yo son is so into race cars and this seemed like a great outing. Some logistical info as we couldn't find it on the website 1. A shuttle is available to take you to the event site from the parking lot 2. They did not check any bags - we had 1 backpack each with some snacks and soft drinks 3. It did get very very hot - hats, umbrella, sunscreen were useful 4. The seating was open and there was shade after climbing about 5 flights of stairs 5. Most food stands were closed as this did not look like the busiest event but there were definitely options to chose from (expensive ofc) 6. We were able to go very close to all the cars and some drivers were really nice and took pictures with kids 7. There is a special area for ferrari owners ~~ 8. turn 2 was a good place to see the race 9. There is a lot of walking involved, might want to take a stroller if you have a young kid The -1 star because the website has such little info

    "Ferraristi" an event for Ferrari owners. (I am not unfortunately) I had the privilege of attending…read morethis event that gave guests the ability to drive new Ferrari models on the track and some on the streets. Totally done with class - the people sharing coffees and small bites prior to putting the helmets on were open, friendly and welcoming. No one ever asked, " what do you do?" How many do you own? Etc.. very low key. The track: very hilly and very tight corners. The G forces are going on the whole time and very easy to get an upset stomach. I passed on my driving coach's offer to do a "hot lap" after my 7 laps. Discretion at its best. All in all a very fun experience and I'd do it again in a heartbeat!

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    K1 Speed

    K1 Speed

    2.9(289 reviews)
    29.5 mi

    This is a review for the Dublin location We arrived and got…read moreto race immediately. The kids were stoked. All the staff was curteous at the front desk, racetrack and "restaurant". The restaurant is a MAJOR let down though. The portions are not even kids menu worthy but the pricetag is huge! Kids left hungry, I was more angry. Do yourself a favor, Nations burgers and In and out are 5 minutes away. No brainer!

    The facility itself is fun, and the kids had a great time, but I wouldn't recommend it for a…read morebirthday party given the cost. At $80 per child for the most basic package on a weekend I expected a higher level of service. Throughout the party, I had to ask for everything. I had to request water pitchers, ask for a candle and lighter, and no one offered to help cut the cake. The staff didn't offer much help coordinating the event. I've had parties at Pump It Up, where the staff was much more attentive and proactive. I also had an unpleasant interaction with an employee (Scott?). The employee's old white car was parked in front of the facility, with its windows completely down and a cracked windshield, and its alarm went off. The employee came outside, WALKED ON THE HOOD OF HIS CAR to turn off the alarm, and then accused me of hitting his car. My husband and the five children in my car all confirmed that I didn't. After confronting me in the parking lot, he walked back into K1 while I followed behind. I found it very inappropriate for an employee to yell at a customer, especially as they were entering the business. The kids enjoyed themselves, but the overall customer service was not up to my expectations. When I book a party I like to be stress free, otherwise I would just host a party at my own house.

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    K1 Speed - Our all-electric go karts are the fastest in the industry and capable of reaching speeds of up to 45 mph!

    Our all-electric go karts are the fastest in the industry and capable of reaching speeds of up to 45 mph!

    K1 Speed - Enjoy the ambiance of our Paddock Lounge, with Edison lights and vintage photographs from racing's past

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