9/13/2023
Fonda Speedway
Frequently Asked Questions: Fonda 200 Weekend
Fonda Speedway/Fonda, N.Y.
Thursday-Saturday September 14-16, 2023
Q: Where can I find a weekend schedule and pricing?
A: The complete weekend schedule and pricing can be found at the following link: https://www.thefondaspeedway.com/fonda-200/
Q: What seating is reserved and what seating is general admission?
A: All seats in the covered grandstand are reserved. All seats in the open-air bleachers are general admission, in addition to any standing room.
Q: How can I purchase an advance reserved ticket for Fonda 200 weekend?
A: Advance reserved tickets are available online through the following link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/advanced-weekend-ticket-sales-covered-grandstand-2023-fonda-200-tickets-700738175747 or visit Gate 2 starting at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15.
Q: Are children admitted free into the grandstand this weekend?
A: In general admission seating, Kids 11 and under are free all weekend. All reserved seats in the covered grandstand are full price.
Q: I have a reserved three-day ticket for Fonda 200 weekend. What should I do upon arrival?
A: You can check in at any of the grandstand gates to retrieve your three-day wristband.
Q: I have an advance three-day pit wristband for Fonda 200 weekend. Where do I go?
A: You can check in at the pit gate for your three-day wristband.
Q: Can I purchase a three-day pit pass in advance?
A: Yes, you can purchase three-day pit passes in advance at the following link: https://fonda-speedway.ticketleap.com/advanced-weekend-pit-pass---fonda-200---2023/details
Q: Is there a minimum age for the pit area?
A: No, there is not. Anyone 17 and under must have a minor release form on file completed by a parent or legal guardian.
Q: I am bringing a Golf Cart/ATV to the Fonda 200 weekend. What do I need to do?
A: Golf Cart/ATV permits are available online at the following link: https://fonda-speedway.ticketleap.com/2023-fonda-200-golf-cartatv-permit/ or can be purchased at the speedway
Q: Is there camping available for the weekend?
A: Yes, a limited amount of camping remains for the weekend and can be purchased online: https://fonda-speedway.ticketleap.com/advanced-weekend-camping-fonda-200/ or at the speedway
Q: Are campfires permitted?
A: Per New York State regulations, only propane fires are permitted.
Q: Is there a charge for parking?
A: There is no charge for parking on-site. There is a charge collected by the Village of Fonda on behalf of charitable organizations across Bridge Street.
Q: Can I park a personal vehicle in the pits?
A: Permits for pit parking can be purchased for $30. This pass encompasses Thursday, Friday and Saturday and the price remains the same all weekend.
Q: Where can I find rules for the weekend?
A: Event rules for all divisions have been posted at the following link: https://shorttracksuperseries.com/event-info/
Q: What are tire rules for the weekend?
A: Tire rules for the weekend are as follows:
STSS Modified (Fonda 200 & Ultimate Underdog 33)
Right-Rear: American Racer 50, 56 or D3B (any track or series stamp)
Left-Rear: American Racer 48 or D1B (any track or series stamp)
Right-Front: American Racer 48 or D1B (any track or series stamp)
Left-Front: Any American Racer Modified tire
*Standard dirt Modified tires ONLY permitted.
*Tires are subject to durometer readings after each event. Outliers will be sent out for laboratory testing.
STSS Crate 602 Sportsman
Right-Rear: American Racer 50 or 56 ONLY (any track/series stamp)
Left-Rear: American Racer 48 compound ONLY (any track/series stamp)
Right-Front: American Racer 48 compound ONLY (any track/series stamp)
Left-Front: Any American Racer tire
*Standard dirt Modified tires ONLY permitted.
*Tires are subject to durometer readings after each event. Outliers will be sent out for laboratory testing.
Limited Sportsman
Right-Rear: American Racer 50 or 56 compound or Hoosier D300 or harder (any track/series stamp)
Left-Rear: American Racer 48 compound or harder or Hoosier D300 or harder (any track/series stamp)
Right-Front: American Racer 48 compound or harder or Hoosier D300 or harder (any track/series stamp)
Left-Front: American Racer 33 compound or harder or Hoosier D300 or harder (any track/series stamp)
*Standard chain-link Modified tires only; no block-tread tires.
*For Hoosier tires: must run two on the front, two on the back, or all four
Pro Stock
Fonda Speedway American Racer 44 or harder or Hoosiers are permitted for this event.
Q: Will tires be available at the track?
A: Yes, American Racer tires will be available for purchase. Lias Tire will be arriving on Thursday with a box truck. Tires will be sold through BDR Speed at the track.
Q: Will fuel be available at the track?
A: Yes, Sunoco Race Fuels 98 ($11 per gallon), 110 ($14 per gallon), 112 ($15 per gallon) and 114 ($16 per gallon) will be on sale at the track through BDR Speed.
Q: Can I use a credit card for tires and fuel?
A: Yes, credit cards are accepted. There is a $7 credit card fee on Modified tires and $5 credit card fee on Pro Stock tires.
Q: Can I register my car online?
A: Only Short Track Super Series Modifieds and Crate 602 Sportsman need to register this weekend. Online registration remains open at the following link: https://www.myracepass.com/series/1996/registrations/8295
If you do not register online, you can register at the track at the Short Track Super Series trailer.
Q: Is there any live music/entertainment?
A: Yes, the Rockwood Band will be performing in the Entertainment Building on Friday night after the completion of racing. Snacks and beer/seltzers are available.
Q: Can I purchase tickets at the gate or concessions with a credit card?
A: All gates and concessions are cash-only.
Q: Are there ATMs on site?
A: Yes, there are ATMs on the Fonda Fairgrounds.
Q: Can we bring food or beer into the grandstands?
A: Coolers are permitted; however, they may not contain glass bottles or alcohol. Coolers may not take up a seat and must fit at your feet. There is a beer booth serving beer, seltzer and other drinks and three full-service concession stands on the fairgrounds.
Q: Can I put a blanket down in the general admission grandstands?
A: Blankets can be placed in the general admission grandstands at the following times: up to 3:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday; up to 1:30 p.m. Saturday. Blankets may be left overnight.
Q: Will there be Fonda 200 apparel available?
A: Yes, Fonda 200 tee-shirts, hoodies, and hats will be on sale in the Novelty Stand in addition to other items such as headphones, earplugs, blankets and more. The Short Track Super Series apparel trailer will be on-site, as well.
Q: Can I sponsor a lap in the Fonda 200?
A: Yes, lap sponsorships are available at $25 per lap via the following link: https://shopstss.com/store-1/fonda-200-lap-sponsorship
Q: Can I listen to the announcer via FM radio?
A: Yes, racing events are streamed at 88.7 FM.
Q: Will the event be streamed live?
A: Yes, this event will be streamed live on FloRacing (www.floracing.tv).