23/05/2026
Wow big push today, much bigger day than I thought it would be but great to smash it out. Many thanks to Mike for installing the new water line and two new taps so we can run two watering hoses or two sprinklers. Also thanks to Stihl Shop Masterton Hire shop for sponsoring the trench digger, itâs awesome to have local support to help us do what we do. Thanks Andrew Dudley for bringing your tipper truck and your time, and to the young fellas Spencer, Charlie and Ryan, you boys worked hard all day, I was thoroughly impressed.
Today we had a good clean up of the track, with mowing, raking up leaves, removing rocks, tidying the back of the berm and scraping off the last of the grass on the new chicane. Charlie and Spencer both did their bit on the ride-on lawnmower packing in different areas and all 3 boys helped Mike Andrew and I with whatever we needed all day which was awesome.
We also ran a new timing loop under the track using conduit to protect the wire and terminating the hook-up point at a handy in-ground access box. We tested the loop and it is working perfectly, so sheâs all ready for next Saturdayâs super5 round.
The Super5 entries are starting to stack up with lots of top talent already locking in. Aside from Nationals, these super5 rounds are proving to be an event that brings together the top 1/10 outdoor off-road competitors from around the north island. If you want to be part of a top level double header event weekend that caters to all and promises to deliver amazing racing you need to be at MRC and Raukawa International Raceway this weekend Sat and Sun 30th & 31st of May. Entry links below.
With our new location at the Solway Showgrounds Masterton A & P Association we can also offer powered camping sites with access to toilets and showers for $10 a night so if you want to stay Friday or Saturday night on site you are more than welcome. Message or phone the Showgrounds to book a spot.
Lastly our track will be open Friday from 11am-3.30pm for any early birds wanting to get familiar with the track.
Have a great rest of your weekend everyone and donât miss out.
Matt and the MRC Crew.
https://www.nzrca.co.nz/events/event-registrations/69fa50757639e3000269e7bd