9/11/2024
Fonda Speedway
Frequently Asked Questions: Fonda 200 Weekend
Frequently Asked Questions: Fonda 200 Weekend
Fonda Speedway/Fonda, N.Y.
Thursday-Saturday September 12-14, 2024
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/fonda200schedule/
Q: Who can I expect to see in the Fonda 200?
A: Expected drivers include Short Track Super Series regulars Matt Sheppard, Stewart Friesen, Anthony Perrego, Alex Yankowski, Mike Mahaney, Marc Johnson, Francois Bellemare, Michael Maresca, Michael Trautschold, invaders Danny Varin, Tyler Dippel and more plus the Fonda Speedway contingent.
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.myracepass.com/tracks/1549/tickets/package/1075 or at Gate 2 starting Thursday, Sept. 12 at 1 p.m. (Note, once racing begins, online purchases will be disabled – this does not mean there are no reserved seats available)
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 purchased an advance reserved ticket for the 200: what should I do?
A: You can check in at any of the grandstand gates to retrieve your three-day wristband.
Q: When does hauler parking begin in the pit area?
A: Hauler parking begins at noon on Thursday (Sept. 12) under the direction of pit steward Dave Pace. The front wall is reserved solely for competing Modifieds.
Q: Can I purchase a multi-day pit pass?
A: Yes, you can purchase a three-day pit pass on Thursday (Sept. 12) and a two-day pit pass on Friday (Sept. 13). Single-day pit passes can be obtained daily. Pit pass purchases must be in cash at Gate 4.
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: Is the infield open for parking during Fonda 200 weekend?
A: Yes, reserved infield parking is available for all three days of the Fonda 200 weekend. Purchases can be completed online at the following link: https://www.myracepass.com/tracks/1549/tickets/package/1075 or in-person at Gate 4 each day. (Note, once racing begins, online purchases will be disabled – this does not mean there are no infield parking spots available)
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 for $20 each day or $50 for the weekend and can be purchased at Gate 4.
Q: Is there camping available for the weekend?
A: Yes, a limited amount of non-hookup camping remains for the weekend and can be purchased online:
https://www.myracepass.com/tracks/1549/tickets/package/1075 or at the speedway. All camping purchased at the speedway should be done in cash at Gate 4. (Note, once racing begins, online purchases will be disabled – this does not mean camping has sold out)
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 $20 per day or $50 per weekend. These permits are available at Gate 4.
Q: Where can I find rules for the weekend?
A: Event rules for all divisions have been posted at the following link: https://www.thefondaspeedway.com/fonda200rules/
Q: What are tire rules for the weekend?
A: Tire rules for the weekend are as follows:
STSS Modified (Qualifying & Ultimate Underdog 33)
Right-Rear: American Racer 56 or D3B
Left-Rear: American Racer 48 or D1B
Right-Front: American Racer 48 ONLY
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 Modified (Fonda 200)
Right-Rear: American Racer D3B ONLY
Left-Rear: American Racer D1B ONLY
Right-Front: American Racer 48 ONLY
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 56 ONLY
Left-Rear: American Racer 48 ONLY
Right-Front: American Racer 48 ONLY
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 56 or Hoosier D300 or harder (any track/series stamp)
Left-Rear: American Racer 48 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: Any American Racer tire or 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 50 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 Friday with a box truck carrying additional inventory. Tires will be sold through Online Performance Parts/Stone Motorsports.
Q: Will fuel be available at the track?
A: Yes, Sunoco Race Fuels are distributed through Online Performance Parts/Stone Motorsports.
Q: Can I register my car online?
A: Only Short Track Super Series Modifieds and Crate 602 Sportsman pay a registration fee this weekend. Online registration remains open at the following link: https://www.myracepass.com/series/1996/registrations/10329
If you do not register online, you can register in-person 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, tumblers and more.
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).