...About Us...

Safety:

As in all forms of auto racing, safety is a major concern.  In short-track racing attention to safety allows the drivers to provide the fans with the thrills and competition they expect.  In addition to the structural integrity of the cars and the customary five-point racing safety harness, fireproof race suit and gloves, RORI has mandated additional arm restraints, a Snell approved full-face helmet and a neck collar.   Belts must be replaced every three years.  RORI also recommends using a sternum strap.  Most drivers also wear fire resistant shoes.

Additionally, both the track and the RORI Race Director control conduct on the race track.  Unsafe or dangerous driving is not tolerated.

To ensure all cars and driver's safety equipment meet the mandated equipment and safety requirements as detailed in the rule book, each car and driver's safety equipment has to pass a mandatory pre-season race inspection.  To keep the competition even, the Technical Inspector has the power to inspect any car or driver's equipment for rules violations during the year.

Standardization is the key to keeping our costs down.  However, a modest budget does not mean there isn't competition on the track.  Every owner can choose his or her favorite brand of motor and drive train provided those components meet the strictly regulated standards as stated in the RORI Rule Book.  Another bonus of standardization is the availability of replacement parts.  In most instances as drivers carry various spare parts to the track, should you need to make a repair at the track, not only is there generally a part available, there is help in getting the repair done.  Other RORI members are always willing to help.

Our Goal:

By constantly working to provide competitive, safe and affordable short-track racing, RORI provides a medium for men and women racers to enjoy their sport.  We hold events beginning the first weekend in May and conclude the last weekend in September.

Additionally, RORI recognizes that drivers and team members have personal lives.  To meet those accommodations we do not race one weekend of each month and car maintenance generally takes four hours or less each week.  In Rascal Outlaw Racing who crosses the finish line first is determined by race preparations, fine tuning the car and the driver's ability--not just the size of your wallet.  And yes, it is fun.