Andersen RacePark Rental Karts
Premier Rental Kart: Birel N 35-X (Rock Kart)
The Birel N 35-X is similar to a competition kart, but designed to be far more durable and reliable (hence the nickname "Rock Kart"). Despite its purpose, it still retains the feel and driving characteristics of a true competition kart. Our karts are each fitted with a 9hp Honda 4 stroke engine, enabling them to reach top speeds of 48 mph at Andersen RacePark. Their setups are maintained to be as equal as possible, ensuring that your experience will be the same no matter which one you get. They are the perfect vehicle for the driver training programs we offer and they're an awful lot of fun too!
Arrive and Drive Rental Programs
We offer numerous driver training and testing programs at Andersen RacePark that are designed to be experienced in our Rock Karts - no need for you to bring your own! Here are some of our arrive and drive options (we provide the kart and driving equipment, you just need to show up):
- Open Lapping Sessions
- Driver Clinics
- Rock Kart Challenges
- Sunday Showdowns
- Enduro Challenges
Andersen RacePark offers "arrive and drive" open lapping sessions. Visit us on any Open Karting day, and you can jump in one of our Rock Karts and lap Andersen RacePark. Driver experts will help you with the basic elements of driving, such as the line, braking, and other tricks of the trade, to improve your driving and bring those lap times down!
Andersen RacePark offers Driver Clinics every Thursday at 4:30pm during the summer (winter schedule TBD). Instructors will work closely with each driver who attends, providing them with professional feedback that will help them improve their driving technique, consistency, and overall performance. Each week's class will focus on a specific area or skill, with a view to developing a driver towards competing in the Sunday Showdowns series or improving their performance in a competition kart. Each driver clinic will take roughly two hours to complete.
Our Rock Kart Challenges are designed to help you refine your competition skills. Drivers warm up with a 10 minute practice session, where they have the chance to learn the track and get a feel for the karts. Next up is qualifying, where drivers have another 10 minutes to try to record the fastest lap time possible. After a short break, where officials will brief the drivers on rules and procedures, drivers will line up for a 12 lap challenge with a rolling start.
Before and after each session, professional instructors will be on hand offering drivers with assistance and driving tips.
The Rock Kart Challenge is a good option if you are looking for a short event. If you have a group of 10 people or less, the challenge will take roughly an hour to complete. If you have 12 or more drivers, then your group will be split into 2 heats, extending the duration of the event.
Sunday Showdowns at Andersen RacePark are all about a safe and cost effective driving experience. Just like in the Friday Night Fights, competition, speed and prizes are all on offer. On alternate Sundays for a select period (winter, spring, summer and fall editions), Andersen RacePark will challenge and educate drivers, with the aim to teach and develop drivers to a higher standard.
Andersen RacePark hosts Enduro Challenges on a regular basis throughout the year. The challenges are open to the public, and teams consisting of up to 5 drivers each will take part. Drivers and teams can sign up on a first come, first served basis.
Teams will receive a 20 minute practice session, where drivers can familiarize themselves with the karts and the track layout, as well as practicing their all-important driver changes.
Once the teams are ready, the next step is a 2 hour challenge with a Le Mans style start, and the kart that completes the most laps wins. Fast and consistent driving is required, but that's only part of it. Strategy and decision-making are absolutely key ingredients when it comes down to defeating the competition. More often than not, the battle is won with good old-fashioned teamwork!
Space is limited, so make sure you reserve your spot early!
If you are interested in any of these programs, pricing and full details are available in the Training section of the website. Also, please take a look at our Schedule to see when these programs are being offered.
For More Information: 941-723-3900 or info@andersenracepark.com
Age Restrictions for Rental Karts
For insurance purposes, kids under the age of 16 will not be allowed to drive the rental karts unless they have passed a Minor Course. Kids between the ages of 12 and 15 will be eligible for the class, which will consist of 3 fifteen minute lapping sessions that will include professional instruction and guidance from an Andersen RacePark instructor. If Andersen RacePark deems the driver competent, they will be issued a "Minor's License" which will allow them to drive the rental karts at Andersen RacePark.
Parents are asked to call the pro shop ahead of time (941-723-3900 Ext. 306/314) to inquire about availability for the class. The cost is $160 including Florida Sales Tax.
For More Information: 941-723-3900 or info@andersenracepark.com