Guardian
Angels in now sponsoring a Jr Dragster Driven By
Breanna Bailey.
What is Jr. Drag
Racing?
Jr. Drag Racing is a
motor sport for young racers, ages 8 to 17,
sanctioned by the (NHRA)
and (IHRA) in which two drivers compete in a drag race.
What is a Jr. Drag
Race?
A Jr. Drag Race is an
acceleration contest between two Jr. Dragsters
that occurs on a sanctioned racetrack.
While most drag races take place on a quarter
mile track (1,320 feet), a Jr. Drag Race track
is no longer than an eight-mile (660 feet).
What is a Jr.
Dragster?
Jr. Dragster is a
half-scale dragster powered by a five-horsepower
gasoline engine that can reach speeds from 55 to
85 mph and cover the eighth-mile in as little as
7.90 seconds.
Who can participate in
a Jr. Drag Race?
Anyone who is between
the ages of 8 and 17 years old may compete as a
driver as long they are a member of The IHRA or
NHRA and have a signed
permission form from their parent(s) or legal
guardian(s) and have obtained a license from the
NHRA or IHRA after doing the qualification runs. About 25 percent of the racers are
female.
How do I join the NHRA
or IHRA?
To join, your parent(s)
or legal guardian(s) must complete an
application if you want to drive, a
parental consent form.
How much does Jr. Drag
Racing cost?
A basic Jr. Dragster
can be bought used for about $3000.00. In addition to the cost of
the Jr. Dragster, there are additional costs
associated with Jr. Drag Racing, including a
helmet and other safety equipment, entry fees,
fuel, and maintenance. The IHRA or NHRA does not provide the
Jr. Dragsters for races or other safety
equipment. The cost of entering a race may vary
from track to track.
Where can I race?
Jr. Drag Racing events
are held at most of the NHRA and IHRA member tracks
located across the United States and Canada. For
a compete listing of NHRA and IHRA Member Tracks that
offer Jr. Drag Racing please visit the following
A
Local Track Where you can see them up close
Is there a School we can
attend for Jr Dragsters?
There is a Jr. Drag
Racing School held By
 and is
Conducted By Ken Collins.
This
is an inexpensive way to find out about JR. Drag
Racing, The rules and you also get to drive an
actual car to see if this sport is for you!
Is It safe?
Jr. Drag Racing is safer than riding a
Bicycle, A Skateboard or an ATV if all the rules
are followed and safety equipment is used
properly. Some of the safety equipment you
will use are a 5 point harness, Wrist
restraints, An SFI Rated Helmet, A neck collar,
Racing Jacket, Shoes and gloves. Some of the
safety features of the dragster are a roll
cage,3 emergency shut off switches, 2 inside the
car for the driver and one outside on the rear
of the dragster. All cars have disc brakes like
your Mom and Dads Car.
A Comment From Miss Lisa?
"Breanna enjoys it !
Most kids have to
do good in school
so they can race...all A`s and B`s or it (the
dragster) gets parked. It`s a good incentive to
stay focused in school and stay out of trouble.
They learn a lot of responsibility. It takes a
lot to do what they do."
There are very few things today to do together
as a family! This sport is one that the whole
family can be involved in!
The
people involved in this sport are friendly,
helpful and just great all around people!
If you have any
Questions Give us a call : 724-887-4352 Ask for Marty or Lisa
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