BEFORE YOU RACE
Everything You Need to Know Before Hitting the Track
At Central Arkansas Karting Complex, our Rules and Regulations are in place to ensure a safe and positive experience for every visitor. The good news is that no prior racing experience is required to enjoy our rental karts — you just need to meet the requirements for the kart you’ll be driving. All drivers must meet the listed criteria with no exceptions.
For the RT10 Adult Rental Karts, drivers must be at least 55 inches tall and 18 years of age. (As of March 25, 2024, drivers between the ages of 14–17 who already had a registered racer account at CAKC are exempt from the age increase.) Drivers as young as 14 with a hardship license are also eligible. A valid driver’s license, permit, or hardship license is required for all RT10 drivers. Closed-toe shoes must be worn, long hair should be secured, and loose clothing or scarves that could get caught on the kart are not permitted. Any driver under 18 must also have a legal guardian present to sign the CAKC waiver.
The 2-Seater Kart allows passengers ages five and up who are at least 42 inches tall. The driver must be 16 or older with a valid license or permit. As with the adult karts, closed-toe shoes are required, long hair should be tied back, and loose garments are not allowed. For younger racers, the Cadet Kart is designed for drivers ages 8 and up who meet the 52-inch height requirement. The same safety rules apply: closed-toe shoes are mandatory, long hair must be secured, and no loose clothing is allowed.
On the track, safety always comes first. Bumping or running into other karts is not allowed, and unsafe driving, poor behavior, or failure to follow instructions will result in the loss of driving privileges. Drivers must always listen to the track staff, and the use of alcohol or any other substance before racing is strictly prohibited. Helmets are provided and must be worn at all times, with head socks required underneath (available for purchase at $2.50). Gloves are optional but recommended during colder weather and can be purchased for $4.
FAQ’s
Trackside Questions
New to karting? No worries — we’ve got you covered. Our Beginners’ Guide is designed to walk you through everything you need to know before hitting the track, from safety basics and kart requirements to racing etiquette and tips for getting faster every lap. Whether it’s your first time behind the wheel or you just want a quick refresher, this guide will help you feel confident, prepared, and ready to enjoy the thrill of karting at Central Arkansas Karting Complex.
For the single adult kart, you must be at least 16 years of age and 55 inches tall with a valid drivers license or drivers permit. Or 14+ years of age with a hardship. For the double seater kart, the driver must be 16 years of age and 55 inches tall with a valid drivers license or drivers permit and the passenger must be at least 42 inches tall. If under 18, a minor waiver will be required.
*** Age updated as of 3/25/24, if you are between the ages of 14-16 and have a registered racer account at CAKC before 3/25/24, you are exempt from the increase
There is not a maximum weight limit for our Karts!
Each race session is 10 minutes long.
Yes you can! It must be a full face helmet or a dirtbike helmet with goggles!
It really depends on how bad the weather is. It would be best to check our social media pages or call us if you have concerns.
The only clothing requirements is that you must wear close toed shoes. If you have long hair, we would suggest it be put up or in a ponytail.
Before you go out for your session, one of our grid workers will go over the rules with you of what to do and what not to do on the track!
