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Hey all you utility and sport quad riders come out and be a part of the action at Quad Scramble #4 presented by the Sarasota Area Quad Riders.  This will be the second QS held at the same property.  This piece of land is awesome. 

If you have never raced before come out and do it.  Try it once and you'll be hooked.  Every Quad Scramble so far this season has been a blast and this one will be no different.  All the events are friendly, family oriented with alot of good racing so don't be afraid, you'll just be missing out on great time!!

All that is required is a tethered kill switch and to become a member of the Florida Trail Riders. 

Link to QS #4 flyer-- http://www.floridatrailriders.org/flyer/SAQR_012707.pdf

Check out the FTR photo gallery for pics of the previous Quad Scrambles and look at the Quads in the Hare Scramble #4 / Myakka galleries.  http://ftrgallery.us/gallery/

Come and join the fun, you won't be disappointed!!

QS#3 Was a great course. I'll be there again for QS4, maybe I won't be eatin your dust this time :) The 27th seems so far away
Frank

Hey Frank, just remember you have a quad not a jetsky...  lol
See you there "bro"

Do you have a link to how the classes are set? (eg: Z400 suspen mods but stock engine)

http://www.floridatrailriders.org/classes.htm

Cool, be lookin' for you out there.  Jan 27th does seem like a long ways off, but I think it will be here before we know it.

TRX450R_Racer posted the link, but if you have any questions just post them and we'll get them answered as best we can

The most fun you will have with your clothes on.

Luis, I'll be ready for the race, Im getting paddle tires ;)

Thanks for the link.
Seems all I need is $, a number plate, and a kill switch. I'd like to try it.....

It will be the most fun per dollar spent that you will ever have.  

You can make number plates cheap.  A couple flat pieces of the correct colored plastic or painted sheet metal and some electrical or duct tape to make the numbers.  You can get them made up too.  I orderd mine from BRMOFFROAD.COM and they are pretty slick.  The guy is fast too, I ordered them at 4pm and got an e-mail at 5 telling me he shipped them out already. You'll want to get your # from FTR first of course. 

We were out working the trail this weekend and it has really come together.  This course offers a little bit of almost all the terrain that Florida could offer.   If you have never done a Quad Scramble or any other kind of racing this is definitely the course to give it a try.  You will have ball doing this race!!  You seasoned woods racers will find there is plenty to keep the course challenging too.

There are sections of the course where spectators will be able to get a view of the action and I can assure you that those sections will offer some good excitement.  If you come out don't forget a camera.

I am going for sure. If it wasn't for my family and day job, I would be camping out there right now! ;D

Quad Scramble #4 is just over a week away!!  For anybody who has ever had thoughts about giving a shot to racing this is the course for you to give it a try.  This course was set by a qaud club and is geared to the type of trails most quad people like. This course is also very spectator friendly and will have plenty of places for friends and family to catch you in action.  They'll be able to get photos so don't forget your cameras!!!!!!

We really look forward to seeing some new faces and seasoned racers out there!! 

There are directions on the flyer, but if you need more details, just post and I'll get them up here for you.   There will be markers on the roads that lead to the parking area.  Look for the FTR signs and orange FTR trail markers.

As I mentioned at the start of this post this race is going to be a blast!!  Here is a preview to what is waiting for you.  I can't take credit for the pics another member of our club took them.

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  it  looks  like  its going  to be  a great time !  can't wait       can  somebody  help me out  with directions  from  wpb     thanks......

question, if is not your turn to race can you still ride other trails while the races are going on or do u just wait for practice time wich is 1 hour and then wait untill your race time.wich for me as a biginer looks like to be 2hrs :dunno.gif

Wow I live right by this spot and have never been to it. How big is this area?

I've never raced before. I ride a 250ex, would it be alright out there? Is it all racing or can you trail ride too? My friend has a bike and I have a quad could we ride at the same time or do quads and bikes go out at different times.

Who owns this land by the way? Is there any fees to go out there?

Its 640 acres.  The track encompasses about 180 acres. 

If you have never raced FTR you'll need to become a member and pay the race fee.  FTR membership is $50 and race entry is $50.  FTR is a yearly fee.

Your 250ex will do fine.  This type of racing isn't all about speed. There is alot of rider skill that is involved.

This event isn't for dirt bikes.  FTR does offer the Hare Scramble series for them.  There isn't any trail riding we have permission from the land owner to use it for the race.  There is a chance to do a practice lap.  The race last for 2 hours.  You make as many laps as you can in that time.  Believe me you will get plenty of riding.

The only technical requirements for the quad is a tether type kill switch and your exhaust should be under the 97.5DB limit.  If it isn't you won't be turned away, but for future races you'll be required to comply.

i really hope that i can make this one ::)

Come on out and bring some friends along!!

me 2

You only ride during practice and when your class is up.  The course is is only open to the class that is racing at that time.  The race time for beginners is 2hrs.  You make as many laps as you can in the 2 hours. 

There isn't alot of waiting around.  By the time sign up takes place and you get your gear on, it's time for practice-  you might get 2 laps in.  Practice isn't for all out speed- its a chance to see what's up.

The day goes fast, watching the other classes, hanging out, grabbing something to eat, giving your quad the once and twice over; before you know it, it's your time to race.  Then the real fun begins.  ;D

There will be some good food there.  The land owners church group will be doing the cooking again; breakfast, lunch and dinner.  Some good stuff!!

The food is GREAT!! The property is beautiful. Worth checking out even if your not racing.

Since when can you get more than 2 laps in practice?!?!

that course looks like so much fun. i wont be able to make this one but if they're all similar to that I'll definitely join.

   I think me and some buddies might try to make this one.How do you get a racing # ? I have a kill switch already.

You can use any number you want as long as it isn't taken. When you sign up they will let you know what numbers are available.

Me and a couple other people got two laps in practice at the Seminole race (QS#2)

The forcast for the weather looks like it is going to be really nice.  If they're right-- low the 40's and high in the 60's with lots of sun on Saturday.   :ThumbsUp.gif

All I can say is that the B class better be ready to roll. Chillin was practicing yesterday at our stealth 1.2 mile practice track in the super duper secret quad compound for two hours steady! He is flying. I even hit him with sticks and mud while he was riding and never threw him off.

Next time I'm going to sling spider monkeys at him.

You goin out to watch? I was thinking of headin out there cause I have never been to one of the events. I know you cant see most of the course, but I though it would be fun and cheap.

   This is my first QS.Looking forward to seeing how I do.

Its almost just as fun spectating, Some of  my friends have watched and there hooked and got the bug to go out and try it now.  If its your first time youll most likely have fun, it takes riding with your buddies to a whole new level.

Come on out Bigscrb15!!  If you aren't going to race you'll have a cheap and fun day.  You'll have lots to see--there's the creek jump, a water crossing, a couple fast sections, a woods section and our tank buster of a scoring chicane all close to the parking area -- all is sure offer some exciting action. 

Can't forget the good food either.  I can't wait for those bisquits and gravy on Saturday morning!!

   I'm hoping to get all my riding partners to start doing it with me.Right now, I have three other people coming with me.I like seeing racing plates on my quad too.

Chino, I think I'll go just to check it out this weekend. I believe Frank is going also. He'll be ridin though. I just wanna figure out if its worth the cost .

Just to clear it up, you are allowed only ONE (1) lap during practice.

I think it is great you are coming...but bring your quad...I think you will regret it if you don't  ;)

   If you'll pay $50.00 for Croom,then why wouldn't you pay for this.It's just another place to ride and haul azz!! Besides, you'll be riding with me Mike.

whoever is in the 400cc C class best wach out for me on my red #77 EX

You know, if you guys are going, I might have to come watch. Let me know for sure if you decide to go. It would be nice to hang out with you again.

Chino, it will good to meet you in person. If I'm there, come by and see me, I owe you a beer after the race.

I'd probably ride this one if I had enough time to get ready. No kill switch,#plate or chest protector. When and where is the next one.

Didn't know that.  I won't let it happen again, sir!!  :no :X :wink.gif :M

Thanks dude, have a good one.

I will most likely be there but please elaborate on the biscuits and gravy.

   Cycle gear has all the equipment pretty cheap Mike.The kill switch isn't that hard to install, and you can Zip tie the plates.I bought a EVS chest protector for $60.00 bucks from Cycle Gear.You can make it Mike!!Drew with the tricked out LTZ is entering with me.
   And I always look out for other riders,just don't inhale any of my dust!LOL I"ll be in a Black Tahoe w/ Ghost blue flames on the front.Yellow Z400 w/ black wheels and graphics.Come and ride!!

I don't know what it is, its just sawmill gravy and homemade bisquits;the gravy might even be homemade too, cause they sure taste good in the morning.  They have a breakfast plate of eggs, grits, bacon & sausage and bisquit for $$cheap$$.  It is the land owners church group providing the food, they have provided some good food for the past Hare and Quad Scramble out there.  Lunch and Dinner is good too. Drinks and assorted snacks all day.  Last time they had BBQ pork and chicken sandwhiches that were really good.  I heard they make a heck of a strawberry shortcake too!!

Sold I will be there.

Is it time to leave yet...wait did I just hear the horn blow???  :o LoL...

Hope to see everyone there...be sure and introduce yourself :):)  ;)

PS...The strawberry shortcake is the best I have ever heard the cake is homemade as well  :P

Yall sure know how to get us to an event. Im bringing lots of cash and plenty of room in my stomach.

Anoriginal, you better show up, its like a fat mans dream!!!!!!! We can have bicuits & gravy and strawberry shortcake. We can even stop at the hess and get some krispykremes

Glad to see that alot of you have decided to see what a Quad Scramble race is all about.  Even if you are just coming out to watch.

Once again here is the flyer for the race.  http://www.floridatrailriders.org/flyer/SAQR_012707.pdf

The entrance will actually be on Clay Gully Road.  Here is a little bit better description on how to get there if you haven't been to the past races at this location.

If you are coming from I-75 and getting off on SR-70, take 70 into Myakka City.  There is a BP gas station in Myakka.  SugarBowl Road is about 3 miles east of the BP.  Turn right onto SugarBowl and you'll go about another 3 miles to Clay Gully Road.  Turn right onto Clay Gully and the entrance will be a few 100 yards on the right. 

For ya'll coming from the east and from the south, I don't know of any landmarks to look for. I haven't come from that direction before.  I know that you can also get onto SugarBowl from SR-72. 

Be on the lookout for the signs with orange FTR trail markers.  They will be at the intersections where you need turn and point you in the direction you need to go.

Again looking forward to seeing everybody there!! 




I keep hearing, "10 seconds!!", over and over in my head  :P ;D

Now i WANT to race, because if chino is going, at least i know i wont be last!!! lol, just messin with ya man, good luck!! hope everyone kicks ass in their class.

   You wouldn't be last...you probably wouldn't even finish the race.You'd hit a tree and have to walk back!!LOL
  You should come man.I haven't ridden with you in a long azz time.I don't go to Ocacla since they started that new trail bullshiznit.You need to come ride with me again soon.Give me a call (727)204-0883

   Well, I jinksed myself.I made good on the practice lap, but my quad broke down in the first lap.Everytime I try to give it full throttle, it stalls.Anyone know why it would do that?
  It runs if I throttle it slow, but if I try to punch it, it stalls.
  My buddy Drew got 4th, and I was in front of him before I broke down.Dammizzitt!!
   But if anyone likes fast trail riding, I would definately recommend this.It was awsome to see everyone come out!!Got to meet the Big Scrub brothers...wazzup guys!!

damn that sucks. Sounds like a fuel problem for sure. Maybe dirty carb? Have you messed with the jets at all? Does it idle smooth?

   Yeah, it idles smooth and I can throttle it slow.But if I try to push it fast, it stalls.

Check your float settings and your needle valve.  I had a similar problem with my son's quad and it turned out to be a sticky needle valve.  Every time you gave it full throttle, it would rev up, then cough, sputter and die.  I checked the float height and cleaned the needle valve and no more problems.

I think it was a little water intake from going slow through a water crossing.It's seems to be running fine now.Sucks I didn't get to race.I will make the next one !!

Hey Chino, Frank said there's a Hare Scramble coming up at the same place . I'm gonna make this one! Ya heard from Randall? He had bad luck too on his first lap!

I will make the next one.I haven't heard from Randall.I'll give him a call.I know he had a crash in the practice run.

Man that was fun to watch. Lots of excitement. Nice meetin you Chino, and good seein the rest of yall again.