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The Ontario Off Road Racing Association (OORA) is the premier short
course series in Eastern Canada.
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The club holds wheel to wheel off road races all over southern Ontario
and has members from London to Ottawa and everywhere in between. The
courses vary a lot in that’s some are basically oval with high banked
corners and some jumps while some are more technical with lots of left
and right hand turns. There are a variety of classes on the OORA,
ranging from high dollar rigs with massive amount of horse power and
suspension travel to basically stock vehicles.
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Tough Trucks
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There are basically 3 classes of tough trucks, 4, 6& 8 cylinder. The
concept is pretty simple…one vehicle on the track at a time; two laps
counter clockwise, then two laps clockwise on the second run. The
fastest combined time wins! We have seen everything from Escorts and
Subaru'’ to Brand new Mazda 4X4 pickups to full blown race trucks. If
there are enough vehicles entered, the classes are split depending the
modifications made to the vehicle. This is an awesome way to start out
in off-road racing. It is inexpensive and you can use your daily driver
or even a beater picked specifically for the weekend
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Class 6/ Enduro
Class 6 is an interesting
class that is gaining popularity. The concept is to keep costs down
while still having fun. You take a stock truck or car, knock out all the
windows, place a single roll bar behind the drivers head and one bar
across the drivers door, install a fuel cell or boat cell and a 5 point
harness (recommended), grab your approved helmet and fire suit and you
are off to the races! It is an inexpensive way to get involved in off
road racing and an excellent way to gain wheel to wheel racing
experience.
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Mini Buggies
The mini buggies are new to the OORA last year. They
are small buggies with snowmobile and motorcycle engines. We have a
variety of classes from stock engine powered vehicles with limited wheel
travel to full-blown race buggies. There is even a kid class! WE are
excited about the addition of this inexpensive class and already have a
number of racers building new buggies to compete in our series.
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Class 1600 Buggies
Is a limited class that features some great racing due to the fact that
it relies more on driver skill than who has the deepest pocket. The
engine is limited to 1600cc and runs a restrictor plate. The suspension
modifications are also limited. With all the limitations, the cost is
kept down and the racing is very close! The drives have a variety of
experience as some have been racing for over 20 years and the last year
was the first for others. Class 1600 is definitely one of the most
exciting classes to watch.
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Class 10 Buggies
Are allowed a few more modifications than Class 1600. They are limited
to a 1650cc water-cooled engine or an 1850cc air-cooled engine with a
single 2-barrel carb, but the suspension modifications are pretty much
unlimited. These cars love to fly and always put on an awesome chow.
They are extremely nimble and quick.
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Unlimited Trucks
Unlimited Trucks, aka Class 4, seems to be the most popular right now.
It is also known as the heavy metal class as it is intended for the full
size trucks. The class is real mix of vehicles with fords vs. chevs and
dodges. Some of the trucks have exotic suspensions and huge horsepower
engines while others are more budget orientated. The class is a mix of
2wd and 4wd trucks. It is very popular class with both racers and fans
alike. There is a lot of older race vehicles being dusted off and being
run very competitively.
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Class 7 Trucks
Is very similar to Class 4 except that it is for 2wd
Mini Trucks. All vehicles must be powered by a 4-cylinder engine and
allowed a minimal amount of modifications. Because of the limited
upgrades allowed, this class is very competitive and always provides
lots of action.
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Contacts:
Ed Sanderson (President) at 613-399-1009 or via Email @
edsanderson@ooraonline.com
Wes Kibble (Marketing & Website) at
416-241-5542 or Email @
weskibble@ooraonline.com
www.ooraonline.com
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Upcoming Events
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ONTARIO OFF ROAD RACING ASSOCIATION EVENTS:
(SEE BELOW FOR NON POINTS EVENTS, TOUGH TRUCK RACES, SHOWS ETC)
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JUNE 2-3
AUGUSTA MOTORSPORTS PARK
BROCKVILLE, ON
The Ontario Off Road Racing Association returns to
Brockville once again. Join us for not only great wheel to wheel
short course racing, but quad racing , tough trucks, mud drags,
truck and tractor pulls and the top truck challenge. Saturday night
relax with everyone at the free dance.
Click Here
for a map or check their website out for more information at
www.wheelsachurnin.com
AUGUST 5
SUNSET SPEEDWAY
STROUD, ON
DOUBLE POINTS EVENT !!!!!
For one night only, the Ontario Off Road Racing Association
will be creating havoc at Sunset Speedway! Normally, this little
beach community just south of Barrie is pretty peaceful, but on
August 5th, the Ontario Off Road Racing Association members will
give the town a show like they have never seen before! This event,
which will be held on the Sunday of the August long weekend, is a
double points event ..this means everyone will be going for broke!
Racers will not want to miss this event...you can bet your last
dollar that they will pushing their race vehicles and themselves to
the absolute maximum! And get this...for the first time in North
America, there will be off road wheel to wheel BUS races! More
information will be coming as we recieve it, but in the meantime
feel free to check out Sunset Speedway's website at
www.sunsetspeedway.ca
SEPTEMBER 15-16
AUGUSTA MOTORSPORTS PARK
BROCKVILLE, ON
The Ontario Off Road Racing Association returns to
Brockville once again. Join us for not only great wheel to wheel
short course racing, but quad racing , tough trucks, mud drags,
truck and tractor pulls and the top truck challenge. Saturday night
relax with everyone at the free dance.
Click Here
for a map or check their website out for more information at
www.wheelsachurnin.com
NON SANCTIONED EVENTS
APRIL 6-8
TORONTO CONGRESS CENTRE
TORONTO, ON
The first motorsports only show in Ontario is coming to
Toronto! Check out their website at
www.canadianmotorsportsexpo.com
Welcome to Canada’s only Expo dedicated to the motorsport Fans,
Manufacturers, Suppliers and Teams. With hundreds of exhibitors from
every aspect of motorsports there truly is something for everybody
at Canadian Motorsports Expo. From collectibles, chassis
manufacturers, motorhomes, trailers, parts, uniforms, web designers
and much more you’ll be walking the isles in anticipation of what’s
next. Meeting teams, seeing the racing machines and plenty of
opportunities for autograph from celebrity drivers and personalities
will be a real unique treat at Canadian Motorsports Expo. The list
of appearances from local tracks, future stars and big league series
will not disappoint you.
APRIL 14
JOHNS BUG SHOP
NIAGARA FALLS, ON
John's Bug Shop 11TH ANNUAL "Wet & Chilly" VW Parts Swap
Meet ...so many memories, so many different weather conditions Used
Parts Vendors Welcome Only NO NEW PARTS OR BUSINESS SOLICITING
ALLOWED Lots of Great deals to be found. Vendors welcome at 7:00am,
Vendor fee $15.00, open to Public at 8:00am. Free admission to
public, Outdoor space only, bring your warm clothes , and
umbrella's. Located at John's Bug Shop, 7868 Oakwood Dr. Niagara
Falls, Ontario, More Info: call (905) 374-4323 or
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click
http://www.johnsbugshop.com/Swap_meet.htm
JUNE 23-24
NIAGARA FALLS, ON
One of the Largest VW Shows in Canada with over 250 show
cars.
Its starts Saturday Night with a Cruise, Then Sunday: Car show, Swap
Meet, Games for the kids, Door Prizes, and the famous "Clutch Eater"
For More info click
http://www.johnsbugshop.com/jitterdetails2006.htm
or call: (905) 374-4323 or
bugshop@vaxxine.com
JULY 8
2001 KRESSLER RD.
HEIDELBERG, ON
(KITCHENER AREA)
This year's Bug Out will be held on July 8th, 2007.
Location for this year's event will be the Heidelberg Optimist
Club. This is the same location as the last number of years. Check
out the KW Bug Club website at
http://kwbugclub.brinkster.net/
for more information.
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Here is directions and a map
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=2001+Kressler+road,+Heidelberg,+&layer=&sll=43.470438,-80.558485&sspn=0.113617,0.259552&ie=UTF8&z=12&ll=43.507974,-80.623856&spn=0.113546,0.372162&om=1&iwloc=addr
AUGUST 25
QUEENSWAY CATHEDRAL
1536 THE QUEENSWAY (ACROSS FROM IKEA)
TORONTO, ON
The 5th Annual Hope Wheels Momentum Show And Shine For The Homeless
is happening on Saturday August 25. The show, located at the
Queensway Cathedral, 1536 The Queensway (across from Ikea) has
become larger every year. There is an entry fee of $10, but all
proceeds, including donations, go towards various programs for the
homeless. There will be door prizes, peoples choice awards, a bbq,
live DJ and all kinds of vendors. Their parking lot has room for up
to 250 cars! It would be great to see an group of off road racers
out there. For more information on the show, click
http://www.hopewheels.ca/mmt/mmt0807.html For
more information on the Hope Wheels Outreach , click
www.hopewheels.ca
AUGUST 31
BRIGHTON SPEEDWAY
BRIGHTON, ON
A new addition to their Labour Day Classic Weekend,
Brighton Speedway is adding an off road night! The Friday night
venue will include tough truck races, monster truck rides, as well
as quad and mini van races on the 1/3 mile dirt oval. The tough
truck races will consist of two classes: stock and modified. All
safe vehicles are welcome...from your old car that would not pass
the e test to your daily driver new pickup! Expect to see a number
of the Ontario Off Road Racing Association members bring out their
race trucks to run in the modified class! More information to follow
as it become available. Contact Ed Sanderson at 613-399-1009 or via
email at
edsanderson@ooraonline.com
if you have any questions. More
information about Brighton Speedway is available at
www.brightonspeedway.com
www.ooraonline.com
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