Kart Kanyon Speedway

05/27/2026

🏁 OFFICIAL 2026 RYAN BARD MEMORIAL SHIRTS 🏁

The official shirts for next weekend’s Ryan Bard Memorial are now available online.

This year’s design brings together Ryan’s iconic blue & yellow #1 sport mod along with the kart roots where it all started right here at Kart Kanyon Speedway.

We wanted this one to feel special — something racers, fans, friends, and family would be proud to wear at the track and for years to come.

⚠️ If you want yours before race weekend, don’t wait to order. Shipping times are out of our hands once orders are placed and we cannot guarantee last-minute orders will arrive in time for the event.

We’re looking forward to a huge weekend of racing as we honor Ryan’s legacy at Kart Kanyon Speedway. 🏁

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05/21/2026

Today, the racing world lost one of its biggest stars. 🏁💔

Kyle Busch wasn’t just a NASCAR champion — he was a true racer. From the biggest stages in motorsports all the way down to grassroots racing, Kyle always showed genuine support for the sport at every level. His involvement in micro sprint racing and events like the Tulsa Shootout helped shine a spotlight on the next generation of racers, including many from right here in our region who had the opportunity to race alongside him over the years.

No matter the division, Kyle brought intensity, passion, and personality every time he hit the track. He inspired countless drivers, kids, and race fans across the country to chase their dreams and race harder every lap.

From all of us at Kart Kanyon Speedway, we send our thoughts and prayers to Samantha, Brexton, Lennix, the Busch family, Rowdy Nation, and everyone impacted by this heartbreaking loss.

Thank you for everything you gave to the sport, Kyle. Your legacy will continue to live on in every young racer chasing a checkered flag. 🏁

05/11/2026

Aztec Speedway is back in action this coming Friday and Saturday Night. Let’s all show our support and thank them for all their hard work and dedication!!

Hey Everyone….

Are YOU ready??

Opening Weekend at Aztec Speedway is just 5 days away….

OPEN PRACTICE on a FULLY PREPPED RACE DAY TRACK on the May 14th from 6pm - 9 pm and we are RACING on the 15th and 16th of May at 7 pm….

AZTEC INN & SUITES AZTEC is offering a 30% DISCOUNT on the room of your choice…
505.334.4014 or 505.675.2733
Just ask for the Aztec Speedway Rate.

PRACTICE ADMISSION….
$20 Pit Pass… Grandstand Admission is FREE

RACE DAY ADMISSION…
Grandstand Admission… $10
5 & under FREE

Pit passes…. $ 40
5 & under FREE

See ya at the track!

Brian

05/05/2026

🚨 NEW 2026 SPONSOR ALERT – Bates Auto & Fab! 🚨

Please join us in welcoming Bates Auto & Fab to the Kart Kanyon family for 2026! Located in the Flora Vista/Aztec area, this locally owned shop is known for their quality work on used parts and auto repair. Whether you need routine service, hard-to-find parts, or a heavy-duty drivetrain project, they’ve got you covered – they even rebuild transmissions and transfer cases .

Bates Auto & Fab’s commitment to keeping drivers rolling makes them a perfect partner for our racing community. From everyday commuters to race rigs, they provide honest service and expert craftsmanship at fair prices.

👉 Need parts or a repair? Check them out on Highway 516 and let them know Kart Kanyon sent you. Supporting our sponsors is how we keep grassroots racing alive and thriving!

05/05/2026

Weekend Recap – May 1–2, 2026

Kart Kanyon Speedway delivered a full weekend of dirt track action as drivers from across the Four Corners rolled in for two nights of tight racing, strong fields, and nonstop competition. From Friday Night Lights to Saturday’s showdown, the track stayed busy and the racing stayed intense from the first heat race to the final checkered flag.

Here’s how the weekend shook out:

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💥 Adult Stock

Friday
• Heat winners: Brendan McLaughlin (Heat 1), Robbyn Davies (Heat 2), Ryan Greenwood (Heat 3)
• Feature winner: Brendan McLaughlin

Saturday
• Heat winners: Howard Cooper (Heat 1), Brendan McLaughlin (Heat 2), Spencer Martinez (Heat 3)
• Feature winner: Brendan McLaughlin

Adult Stock was one of the deepest and most competitive classes of the weekend. Six different heat race winners across two nights showed just how tough the field was. When it came time for the features, Brendan McLaughlin proved to be the class of the field, sweeping both nights. Robbyn Davies, Howard Cooper, and jamie patton kept the pressure on throughout the weekend, but McLaughlin stayed consistent and in control.

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🚀 Adult Super Stock

Friday
• Heat winners: Freddie Brooks (Heat 1) and Randy Calcote (Heat 2)
• Feature winner: Randy Calcote

Saturday
• Heat winners: Bob Harter (Heat 1) and Mark Rodgers (Heat 2)
• Feature winner: Bob Harter

Super Stock brought speed and parity both nights, with four different heat race winners across the weekend. Randy Calcote found victory lane on Friday, while Bob Harter answered back Saturday night with a strong feature win. Darell Cordary, Jarrod Bandy, and Mark Rodgers all put together solid runs to keep the racing tight at the front.

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👻 Ghost Class

Friday
• Heat winner: Griffyn Bandy
• Feature winner: Wyatt Calcote

Saturday
• Heat & Feature winner: Brendan McLaughlin

The Ghost class delivered some of the most exciting racing of the weekend. Wyatt Calcote powered to the win on Friday night, while Saturday belonged to Brendan McLaughlin, who swept both the heat and feature. Griffyn Bandy and Wesley Kennedy remained consistent contenders across both nights.

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🏁 Youth Rookie

Friday
• Heat & Feature winner: Adalyn Smith

Saturday
• Heat & Feature winner: Adalyn Smith

The Youth Rookies continue to impress, and Adalyn Smith put together a perfect weekend, sweeping both nights. Bowen Craig stayed right in the mix with consistent runs, while Caroline Martinez showed improvement and rounded out the podium on Saturday.

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✨ Youth Expert

Friday
• Heat winner: Barrett Tenski
• Feature winner: Khloe Tenski

Saturday
• Heat & Feature winner: Khloe Tenski

Youth Expert once again showcased some of the best racing on the track. Barrett Tenski picked up the Friday heat win, but Khloe Tenski controlled the features, winning Friday and completing the sweep on Saturday. Cruz Vigil and Barrett Tenski battled closely behind, making every lap count.

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⚡ 600cc Winged Micro Sprints

Friday
• Heat winners: Kasyn Mathews (Heat 1) and Jason Grady (Heat 2)
• Feature winner: Jason Grady

Saturday
• Heat winners: Jason Grady (Heat 1) and Kasen Stringfellow (Heat 2)
• Feature winner: Spencer Hill

The Winged Micros capped off both nights with speed and intensity. Jason Grady picked up the Friday feature win after a strong showing in the heats, while Saturday night saw Spencer Hill rise to the top in a stacked field. With multiple heat winners and tight racing throughout the pack, the Micros once again delivered a show.

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🏆 Full Weekend of Racing

Two complete nights, strong car counts, and competitive racing across every class—this is what Kart Kanyon Speedway is all about.

Thank you to all the drivers, crews, and fans who continue to support dirt track racing in the Four Corners. We’ll see everyone back at the track soon!

📸 Winner’s Gallery
Below is a selection of the weekend’s victory lane photos. Feel free to download and share!

04/30/2026

🚨 SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Serrano's Inc returns for 2026! 🚨

We’re thrilled to welcome Serrano’s Inc. back as a proud Kart Kanyon sponsor! Based in Bloomfield and serving Farmington and the Four Corners region, Serrano’s is the area’s go‑to for portable toilet rentals, luxury restrooms, hand‑wash stations, septic tank & sewage pumping, roll‑off trash containers and tractor‑truck belly‑dump services . They also deliver potable water to job sites throughout San Juan County and southern Colorado, ensuring showers and toilets stay running even in remote locations .

What sets Serrano’s apart? They offer fast & friendly service with a 24/7 dispatch , a wide selection of clean, environmentally friendly restrooms and hand‑wash stations, plus quick delivery, setup and removal . Customers rave about their fair pricing, on‑time arrivals and professional staff . Whether it’s a race weekend, construction site or big party, their motto says it all: “No matter what the occasion, Serrano’s can help.”

💪 Need portable toilets, septic pumping, potable water or roll‑off containers? Call Serrano’s and tell ’em Kart Kanyon sent you. Every rental or service helps support the track and the racers you love!

04/28/2026

Big news for the Ryan Bard Memorial race! 🎉 Please join us in welcoming Superior Steering Wheels and Graphics as our newest sponsor — just in time for our rescheduled event on June 5–6.

For those who might not know, Superior Steering Wheels are made right here in the USA. They offer a fully customizable steering wheel with a wide range of diameters, grip sizes, offsets and spoke configurations. Each wheel is designed for safety, with features that help prevent thumbs from getting caught in a wreck and aircraft-grade aluminum construction that reduces flex. They even back their wheels with a lifetime warranty, so you know they believe in their product.

By stepping up to support the Ryan Bard Memorial, Superior Steering Wheels is helping us keep this race alive and make it better than ever. We couldn’t do it without partners like them.

Thank you, Superior Steering Wheels, for believing in our event and our racers. Let’s show them some love and give them a follow!

04/27/2026

You see a kid in a go-kart and think…
“How cute.”
“A fun little hobby.”
“Something to pass the time.”

You see a dad working on the kart in the pits and think…
“Just tinkering.”
“Just racing.”

You see a mom in the stands, filming, cheering, packing snacks and think…
“Just watching.”

But what you don’t see is everything behind it.

You don’t see the late nights in the garage
when everyone else is inside… and they’re still chasing one more adjustment.

You don’t see the money quietly shuffled around
to make sure tires get replaced, parts get ordered, entry fees get paid.

You don’t see the long drives home
where the car is quiet…
because not every race ends the way they hoped.

You don’t see the kid replaying every lap in their head
wondering what they could’ve done better.

Or the parents choosing their words carefully…
because they’re building a driver,
but more importantly, they’re raising a person.

Because go-kart racing?
It’s not just laps around a track.

It’s discipline.
It’s heartbreak.
It’s learning how to lose
without losing yourself.

It’s learning how to win
without forgetting who helped you get there.

It’s family dinners eaten out of coolers.
It’s sunburns and sweatshirts in the same day.
It’s a life lived between trailers, tools, and checkered flags.

And those kids?
They’re not just driving.

They’re learning how to handle pressure.
How to stay focused when everything in you wants to panic.
How to get back out there… even after a bad run.

So no… it’s not “just a hobby.”

It’s early mornings.
It’s sacrifices.
It’s everything we don’t post about.

It’s a family sport in every sense of the word.

Because behind every kid on that track…
is a whole crew
who gave up a lot
just to watch them chase it.

And if you’ve ever sat in those stands,
heart racing with them every lap…

you already know

this life isn’t simple.
But we’d choose it
every single time. 🏁

04/25/2026

🚨 Ryan Bard Memorial Rescheduled! 🚨

The Ryan Bard Memorial is back on the schedule with a new date — June 5 – 6 at Kart Kanyon Speedway. We took the extra time to ensure we can run this race the right way, with great weather and strong fields both nights.

🗓️ Event Details

* When: Friday & Saturday, June 5–6, 2026
* Where: Kart Kanyon Speedway, Aztec, NM
* Admission: Grandstands are FREE
* Pit Pass: $25
* Driver Entry: $25

💰 Purse by Day

Friday, June 5:

* $300 to win: Stock, Super Stock, Ghost, Wing Micro Sprints
* Youth Rookie & Youth Expert: (no purse)

Saturday, June 6:

* $1,000 to win: Stock
* $300 to win: Super Stock, Ghost, Wing Micro Sprints
* Youth Rookie & Youth Expert: (no purse)

This format gives several divisions a shot at prize money both nights while still reserving a $1,000-to-win feature for Saturday.

⏱️ Race Day Schedule

* 7:15 PM: Pit Meeting
* 7:30 PM: Hot Laps
* 8:00 PM: Racing begins

🏁 Featured Divisions

* Wing Micro Sprints
* Stock & Super Stock
* Youth Rookie & Youth Expert
* Ghost

🙌 Thank You to Our Sponsors: Westside Transmission, HYB Crawlers, Bub Hughes Racing, Speedin' Motorsports, Frank's Supply Company Inc., Bubble City Truck Stop, Advantage Dodge Ram Chrysler Jeep Fiat, HPT Used Recycling, Four Corners Fence and Patio, and Schaeffer's Oil / Derek Neil. We appreciate their support in making this event possible.

💻 Stay Updated: www.KartKanyonSpeedway.com

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04/21/2026

🚨 **GEAR UP FOR FIRST RESPONDERS NIGHT!** 🚨
Join us at **Kart Kanyon Speedway** on **May 1-2** as we go full throttle to honor our local heroes! It’s going to be a high-octane weekend of dirt track racing and community pride. 🏎️💨
We’re bringing the heat with the **Battle of the Badges**, featuring our local finest from Farmington, Bloomfield, Aztec, and the NM State Police! 🚔🔥
# # # 🗓️ **THE DETAILS**
* **WHEN:** Friday & Saturday, May 1-2, 2026
* **WHERE:** Kart Kanyon Speedway | Aztec, NM
* **ADMISSION:** Grandstands are **FREE!** 🎟️✨
* **PIT PASS:** $15.00
* **ENTRY FEE:** $20.00 (Micro)
# # # ⏱️ **RACE DAY SCHEDULE**
* **7:15 PM:** Pit Meeting
* **7:30 PM:** Hot Laps
* **8:00 PM:** RACING! 🚥
# # # 🏁 **FEATURED DIVISIONS**
* Wing Micro Sprints
* Super Stock
* Stock
* Youth Rookie
* Youth Expert
* Ghost
* **Special Event:** Battle of the Badges!
🙌 **HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:**
A massive shoutout to Westside Transmission, Schaeffer’s Racing Oil, HPT Used Oil Recycling, Speedin' Motorsports, Frank’s Supply Company, Advantage Dodge RAM Chrysler Jeep Fiat, and Bubble City Truck Stop for keeping us on the track!
💻 **Stay Updated:** www.KartKanyonSpeedway.com
$5.00 off pit passes with valid first responder ID.
**Tag your crew and let’s pack the stands! 🏁🏁**