August 3rd-4th, 2019 Sonoma Raceway

The Nor Cal Shelby Club is putting on their 34th Annual Mini-Nationals at the Sonoma Raceway, August 3rd-4th, 2019, joined by Team Shelby

The track portion of event is scheduled over the weekend of the 3rd and 4th of August, but Team Shelby begins the event in San Diego on August 1st. Known as the Napa Cruise, these enthusiasts will be road-tripping their way up to Sonoma, with stops along the way to experience Malibu, San Luis Obispo, Monterey and arriving at Napa/Sonoma to participate in the event. You can learn more details on the NORCAL-SAAC website.

Saturday will be highlighted by track time for all qualified participants. For a nominal fee, you and your car can take on the curves of the challenging Sonoma Raceway, after passing the tech inspection of course. All levels of skill are welcome, beginner to advanced, and all vehicle types are welcome as well. This event is an excellent opportunity to put your skills and vehicle to the test on one of the most storied race tracks in the west. Open Track continues throughout the day. The evening will conclude with a banquet and an 18-piece band to entertain, as you share and compare your day with fellow drivers and enthusiasts.

For a nominal fee, you and your car can take on the curves of the challenging Sonoma Raceway

Sunday will start with the tech inspection, followed by a cars and coffee event and include a spectacular car show that will feature the Good Guys Mustang on display. More track time for each drivers class ensures everyone gets “seat time”. There will be an awards ceremony later in the day, and a nostalgic parade lap to commemorate the event which concludes with a group picture.

Event attendees can expect to see classic and contemporary examples of not only Shelby cars, but word has it that Ford performance will showcase the new GT500. There will be many types of vehicles to observe at the show and on the track. Participating drivers will likely do their best to make certain you observe their back bumper, as they drive to keep your vantage point from your own windscreen.

A keen addition to this event is provided by Shift Up Now, led by professional women drivers who are there to introduce racing techniques to women who show an interest in dominating the track, or simply learning important racing skills. Their mission is; “We want to see all women step on the gas, navigate the corners and use the brakes to drive through life on whatever road they travel”. The event is a perfect opportunity to cross over and acquire a new skill set. Professional, women drivers will be on-site to coach you through the learning process. Shift Up offers also informational programs that will steer you in the right direction, including: buying a car, choosing a mechanic, preventative maintenance, changing tires, checking and changing oil, and many other intimidating automotive-related challenges. Learn more at shiftupnow.com.

Shift Up Now, lead by professional women drivers who are there to introduce racing techniques to women who show an interest in dominating the track, or simply learning important racing skills.
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From the lineup, this is no ordinary car club gathering. It seems to have the lofty goal of planning something for everyone. After all, the area has much to offer if the racer’s family prefers to occupy themselves off-track or even off premises. But, with the food, music and fun that have been planned, it would be easy to spend time as a family, sharing the experiences at the spectacular Sonoma Raceway.

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Participating drivers will likely do their best to make certain you observe their back bumper, as they drive to keep your vantage point from your own windscreen.

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History:

Sonoma Raceway (formerly Sears Point Raceway) will celebrate 50 years of racing during its 2019 race season. The road course features 12 turns on a hilly course with 160 feet of total elevation change. The Sonoma Raceway has hosted racing’s elite with names such as Ricky Rudd, Dale Earnhardt and Ernie Irvan of NASCAR, NHRA legends Joe Amato (Top Fuel) and Mark Oswald (Funny Car), motorcycle racing, including the popular American Motorcycle Association national motocross races in the hills above Turn 7, as well as AMA Superbike racing dating back to 1977. The facility is also host to Moto America, SCCA Pro Racing World Challenge, Ferrari Challenge, along with many other venerable racing organizations, and others like the 24 Hours of LeMons, a distinctly unique event.

Sonoma Raceway
29355 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, CA 95476

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