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Field trip to GRIP Autocross. Gadsden Al was a success! Great event, great people, and some fast fast cars! Out of 50 cars we managed to get into the top 16 shootout aaaaaanddd lost lol. Seriously the competition was fierce. Next up is our very own GripStarz Grassroots Series Event on June 30th, where we battle a completely different group of fast fast cars! Will we manage to stay in the top 10? Will anyone beat that beastly yellow C5? Will our project VW ever get a front bumper? These answers and more, next time on DragonBall Z....I mean stay tuned!
Weekly share for this event! Don't miss out on some rally fun. Stay tuned for some of our media day coverage in the next few weeks. This will give details, videos, and photos of the new layout as well as a sneak peak of a nice expansion!
You rallycross guys looking for a change of scenery? We all like chasing dreams in a field but what if you could do that AND have an alternate place to play in between those events? ATV/SxS guys, you want to thrash around and see who has the baddest rig without being bothered? Well here you friggin go! GripStarz and Dodge City MX Park presents to you Bigfoot RallyX! Dodge City MX Park boasts several motox courses/trails that equal out to about 5 miles total on the property. These good folks are setting up a safe place to play for us so come check it out August 31, 2024.
So, event details. Dodge City has a gate fee of $20. Drivers fee/tech card will be an additional $40. If we can get enough participants we will offer a cash prize to first place in each class. Gates will open at 7:30am. We will begin tech inspection at 8am. At 9:30am, we will do the drivers meeting and break everyone into classes. First half of the day will be practice sessions, so everyone can get a good feel for the layout. At 1pm we will shut down the track and start the time trial session. All timing with be done electronically via Race Ready. Helmets are required for ALL participants. We are big on safety so no exclusions there.
We will 4 classes in total for this event. No holds barred so run what you brung. We try to keep things on a grassroots level here at Gripstarz. Here are the classes:
•Rally Car Class - If it's a car, you're in. Simple.
•Truck Class - If it's a truck, you're in. Again simple.
•ATV - If it's a 4-wheeler, you're in. Super simple.
SxS - If it's a side by side, you're in. Ultra simple.
Dodge City has their own concession stands and let me tell you...the food is on point! So, food on site! You know how we do it, we will have merch on site! In the case of an incident EMTs will be on site! Come on out for Bigfoot Rally X on August 31st and enjoy rally time and as always a cool vibe. 😎
See you great folks there.
Not much longer until event #3!
So much time left in the year for activities. Come on out for some affordable fun. Stay tuned for upcoming event posts!
You rallycross guys looking for a change of scenery? We all like chasing dreams in a field but what if you could do that AND have an alternate place to play in between those events? ATV/SxS guys, you want to thrash around and see who has the baddest rig without being bothered? Well here you friggin go! GripStarz and Dodge City MX Park presents to you Bigfoot RallyX! Dodge City MX Park boasts several motox courses/trails that equal out to about 5 miles total on the property. These good folks are setting up a safe place to play for us so come check it out August 31, 2024.
So, event details. Dodge City has a gate fee of $20. Drivers fee/tech card will be an additional $40. If we can get enough participants we will offer a cash prize to first place in each class. Gates will open at 7:30am. We will begin tech inspection at 8am. At 9:30am, we will do the drivers meeting and break everyone into classes. First half of the day will be practice sessions, so everyone can get a good feel for the layout. At 1pm we will shut down the track and start the time trial session. All timing with be done electronically via Race Ready. Helmets are required for ALL participants. We are big on safety so no exclusions there.
We will 4 classes in total for this event. No holds barred so run what you brung. We try to keep things on a grassroots level here at Gripstarz. Here are the classes:
•Rally Car Class - If it's a car, you're in. Simple.
•Truck Class - If it's a truck, you're in. Again simple.
•ATV - If it's a 4-wheeler, you're in. Super simple.
SxS - If it's a side by side, you're in. Ultra simple.
Dodge City has their own concession stands and let me tell you...the food is on point! So, food on site! You know how we do it, we will have merch on site! In the case of an incident EMTs will be on site! Come on out for Bigfoot Rally X on August 31st and enjoy rally time and as always a cool vibe. 😎
See you great folks there.
GripStarz would like to announce our new partnership with Dodge City MX Park! DCMX is a rather LARGE supercross park located in Bremen, AL boasting over 5mi of track and trails. This year we will be cooking up something fierce for rally cars, trucks, side by sides, and atvs alike. We will be bringing a unique, safe experience for you guys so stay tuned for the event announcement!
Field trip time with GripStarz! With competition heating up heading into Grassroots Series Event #3, a couple of us are heading east to check out GRIP Autocross. Gadsden Al to get a warm up before we throwdown! If you haven't heard of this place, you're tripping lol. GRIP Autocross is a rapid growing autocross organization based in Gadsden, Alabama. Much like Gripstarz, these guys/gals offer a laid back, affordable experience so if you're, in the area check out future events!
Goooood Morniiiiiing folks! GripStarz presents Event # 3 of the Grassroots Series! Event #2 had record breaking attendance and it was definitely the place to be with competition coming from all over the southeast. Come on down to Midpond on June 30th for our affordable, cool vibe, track day. Driver entry is $140 for all day track access and $10 for spectators. Gates open at 7:30am. Tech starts at 8am. Drivers meeting at 9:30am and track goes hot at 9:45am. Midday is our hottest lap hour, where you can race the clock to see how you stack up against drivers of various experiences. We will have Midpond and Gripstarz merch on site! There will be food on site! And as always we got those ducks...wait we got geese now too???....We got birds! So come on out and enjoy affordable track time with your friends and family. knows the slogan, "Get the duck out here!"
https://www.midpond.com/collections/grip-days-at-midpond/products/grip-starz-grassroots-series-june-30th
Special thanks to our sponsors and friends:
Alabama Auto Enthusiasts
BridgeMoto
MonsterFoxPhotos
MotorCat Media
Midpond
RICH CHAMBERS RACING
Richard Oliver
More shots from this past weekend. Hopefully the upload quality is ok!
The 2nd Annual Irondale Auto Classic benefiting Racing for Children’s at Classic Car Motoring , presented by Ridez for A Reason & CrowdControl.
May 11, 2024
10 am – 4 pm CT
3900 Grantsmill Road, Irondale
Racing for Children's is honored to be the FEATURED CHARITY of this fantastic event!
Our covered Racing for Children’s Porsche 911 GT3 cup car will be on site with several members of our Team, including an Honorary Crew Chief or two.
Come by. Check out the cars. Chat with us about the 2024 season, the great event we just had at Barber Motorsports Park , and how YOU can get engaged and help us raise awareness & donation dollars.
With food trucks, vendors, music and 120+ fantastic vehicles on display – it’s going to be a great way to spend a part of your day.
We hope to see a lot of you from the City of Irondale , Shades Valley High School , Grantswood Community School , Marty's GM, & Gus' Hot Dogs !
$20 Registration fee to display your vehicle. Spectators WELCOME! Cash donations encouraged - it’s for a great cause! 💯 goes to RFC!!
We’d like to thank all of the volunteers and sponsors who have helped make this event happen!
Comer Design
Ward Brothers Motorsports Ltd Misfit Rentals LLC
Golden Rule Bar-B-Q Irondale
Tejas Fabrication Al
Griffin Laser Engraving LLC
Battle In Bama
GripStarz
Couple of shots from Gripstarz Grassroots Series Event 2. Photos by
Alright it's that time again! Here are your fastest times from Grassroots Series Event #2. It seems like the "starz" aligned as track conditions and weather were near perfect! With the event totaling out at 47 cars, we have to say thank you to you great folks for the biggest event we've ever had.
1. Yellow C5 Vette - 42.89
2. Drk Green Miata - 43.81
3. Black Corolla GR - 44.17
4. Blue NB Miata - 44.39
5. Blue WRX (booo) - 44.42
6. Red S2000 - 44.62
7. Maroon Camaro SS - 44.78
8. Silver WRX - 44.87
9. Red Accord - 44.92
10. Mustang Ecoboost - 45.07
11. Blue Elantra N - 45.33
12. Red C5 Vette - 45.45
13. BMW M2 - 45.54
14. Blue Veloster N - 45.81/46.37
15. Grey Mazda 3 Turbo - 45.81/46.58
16. Blue NC Miata - 45.92
17. Toyota Tercel - 46.11
18. Green Civic - 46.29
19. Light Blue Camaro - 46.43
20. Black Civic - 46.44
21. Gry Civic Type R - 46.52
22. Silver NB Miata - 47.05
23. Blk G35 Coupe - 47.11/47.46
24. Red BRZ - 47.11/47.53
25. Red Corolla XSE - 47.16
26. Gry Sonata N-Line - 47.34
27. Gry BRZ - 47.44
28. Lexus SC400 - 48.25
29. Ion Redline - 48.68
30. Blue MK4 GTI (late ass) - 48.83
31. Gry Veloster - 49.24
32. Gry GTI - 49.29
33. Wht GR86 - 49.30
34. Blue G35 Sedan - 49.64
35. Silver S2000 - 49.73
36. Red Scion TC - 50.44
37. Mazda RX7 FB - 51.23
38. Teal Mustang - 51.26
39. Blk CRZ - 52.10
40. Red Hyundai VT - 54.09
Finishing up the database so that will be up soon too. Photo cred goes to MotorCat Media and Richard Oliver.
More shots from MonsterFox Photos
This weekend rain or shine!
Quick update to the schedule this year
Round 3 of the BACKYARD RALLY Series is back at H-Town on May 18th! This stage is the perfect place to go to blow off steam, test out your setups, or just have a good ole time. These events are open to all makes and models so come see how you stack up against the competition! Drivers fee is $80 and spectators fee is now $10! We got merch! We got food! We got dirt! Come vibe with us and let's get slick at The Pit! See you there!
Pre-Registration link below!
https://www.midpond.com/collections/grip-days-at-midpond/products/grip-starz-grassroots-series-may-5thcopy-of-grip-starz-grassroots-series-march-17th
Rally guys it's your turn!!! Backyard Rally returns to H-Town on May 18th! Come out and get dirty with the crew for some rally fun. We had a surprise for our drivers last event with the new course extension, so now the course is just under 1mi. If you haven't been out yet, come on down because the track just keeps getting better and better! Drivers fee is $80. Spectators is $10. Food on site? Check! Merch on site? Check!! Dope ass vibe? Check!!! May 18th, come get slick at the pit!
Special shout out to our friends and sponsors.
Alabama Auto Enthusiasts
MonsterFox Photos
MotorCat Media
RICH CHAMBERS RACING
BridgeMoto
Announcment time! Join us on May 5th for round 2 of the Grassroots Series. As always these events are open car track days with the Hottest Lap Hour in the middle of the day. First timer? Don't worry, Gripstarz events are for all experiences so come on out and hang with the crew! Drivers fee is $140 for all day track access and general admission is $10. There will be merch on site, food on site, and of course those fearless ducks. So come on down to the charming Midpond Raceway for some affordable track time. See you there!
https://www.midpond.com/collections/grip-days-at-midpond/products/grip-starz-grassroots-series-may-5thcopy-of-grip-starz-grassroots-series-march-17th?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1LkrAZ7fC5Wd8uAiArmx2aVZr9LelQ0y6dUan5Ct-6gOiL8_DJjbK8tO0_aem_AdnXMGJ8Ufw_ThPI3Xri-MRT-YOFi7VUiE5N7WvjUlX_zSIWE-1sOUeiwg4hdjVTIlDFuYRt1dIG6BXE0Svzn7b9
Special thanks to our friends and sponsors.
Alabama Auto Enthusiasts
Dame Driven
MonsterFox Photos
MotorCat Media
Midpond
BridgeMoto
RICH CHAMBERS RACING
Announcment time! Join us on May 5th for round 2 of the Grassroots Series. As always these events are open car track days with the Hottest Lap Hour in the middle of the day. First timer? Don't worry, Gripstarz events are for all experiences so come on out and hang with the crew! Drivers fee is $140 for all day track access and general admission is $10. There will be merch on site, food on site, and of course those fearless ducks. So come on down to the charming Midpond Raceway for some affordable track time. See you there!
Special thanks to our friends and sponsors.
Alabama Auto Enthusiasts
Dame Driven
MonsterFox Photos
MotorCat Media
Midpond
BridgeMoto
RICH CHAMBERS RACING
Rallycross guys you're up! This weekend Team GripStarz is back at H-Town Event Center for Event 2 of the Backyard Rally Series!! This event will have a special little break in it for the kids and adults to have an easter egg hunt. Come on out for some dirt racing, prizes, great food, and a great vibe! We welcome all makes and models of cars, trucks, and even side by sides! Track is .75 of a mile with plenty of elevation changes and turns. Drivers of the 1st Event loved it so much, that they wanted to run the same layout! So bring those rides and let's get slick at the pit!
EVENT UPDATE!!!!
We will be having an Easter themed Photo Booth set up that will be free for all families to use to take family photos! H-Towns photographer will be there from 2-3!
We will also be having a kick ball for the kids and once we stopped the track for the night we will be having a bonfire so everyone can talk and relax!
A little over 1 week. Come on out!!
Can you say top 3 times! Here are the top 3 drivers from Event #1. Follow ! This is Gripstarz personal photographer and he's at most of the events! If you see KT give him a shout.
Check out these beautiful shots from Event #1 of the Grassroots Series. Follow ! Great guy and great photographer! Thanks so much.
Twas’ the night of Driftmas…
All day of drifting and then a Christmas party concert after? Yes PLEASE!
Come join us Saturday December 16th at Midpond for a day filled with tire smoke and friends. Win some prizes and get some sweet new merch provided by Slippin’ SidewayZ and BridgeMoto
DRIFTMAS PARTY starting at 5pm featuring music from Salem Ratz Malice Jackson Eva Lavante. If any of yall came for fall brawl you know this is gonna be good, these guys can play !
Get the 🦆 out here !!
We're stronger together! Thank you, GripStarz, for your generous donation to the BCRFA this . Your support is a beacon of hope to the countless individuals touched by breast cancer and fuels lifesaving research right here in Alabama! 💖🎉
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