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Calistoga to Host AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National July 31, 2010

Calistoga, CA. Calistoga Speedway, located at the top of the picturesque Napa Valley, will be the site of the first Northern California AMA Grand National Championship event since the 1999 Sacramento Mile. The famous dirt half mile, host to Sprint Car and Midget races since 1937, will see the AMA Pro Single and Expert Twin classes compete on the ultra fast clay half mile with speeds reaching 100mph.

Since the passing of the Sacramento and San Jose Miles I have wanted to bring Flat Track Racing back to Northern California.” Promoter Bob Bellino said, “For the past few years Eddie Mulder and I have been looking for a location to promote an AMA Pro Grand National. Calistoga Speedway is a perfect place for the new generation of “Young Gun” flat trackers to showcase their talent. And believe me, this group of riders is as talented as any that I have seen in the heyday of dirt track racing.” Bob continued.

Racing will be Saturday July 31st with heat races starting at 7pm. Over the next few months there will be additional events announced for Friday night and Saturday. “I’m thrilled that the Calistoga Speedway gave us the opportunity to bring this exciting form of motorsports back to Northern California.   Calistoga combines a great race track and location that gives us just the mix we were looking for. With five star hotels, hot mud baths and wine tasting just outside turn two, the location is attractive to the entire family. We want to make this an annual event, building it over the next couple of years to be one of the “must do” weekends for the American motorcycling family.”

Additional information about weekend activities, race schedule and ticket sales will be announced shortly. Go to www.CalistogaFlatTrack.com to see the latest updates.

For event Sponsorship Information call:
Bob Carnahan, National Sales and Marketing Director 775-225-2540 or Email BobC@CalistogaFlatTrack.com

For additional Race Information:
Bob Bellino 415-518-1116 or Email bob@CalistogaFlatTrack.com

Ticket Information

Advance Tickets to be available at San Jose Indoor Short Track Races March 25-27. General Ticket Sales (Phone & Online) start April 1, 2010. For more details visit www.CalistogaFlatTrack.com or www.SanJoseIndoor.com
Grandstand Reserved
Napa County Fairgrounds in Calistoga, CA. Approximately 3,000 reserved seats are bench / bleacher type seating that offers a nostalgic race experience in an intimate setting. Located between the Start / Finish Line and the Turn 1, they offer great first turn viewing. The Box Seats do not offer as good a view of the full track as the upper rows of the grandstand but they do allow for easier accessibility. $50 in advance / $60 at the Gate details below.

Grandstand General Admission
The Grandstand General Admission ticket will allow the ticket holder access only to the Grandstand area of the track where there is limited seating with the majority of the tickets allowing for Standing Room Only. The maximum number of Grandstand General Admission Tickets available will be eight hundred (800). $30 in advance / $40 at the gate.

Infield General Admission
The Infield General Admission ticket will allow the Ticket Holder to cross the track at limited times to view turns 1, 2, 3 and 4, and the Back Straightaway, up close and personal. It will not allow access to the Pit Area but close proximity to the Pit Area is available. Bring your blanket but no coolers. Many feel that the Infield is the best place to watch the race and witness the speed and the handle bar to handle bar action! $30 in advance / $40 at the Gate.

Pit Pass—Flat Track Crew Credential
Pit Passes are only available through the AMA, either in advance or at AMA Registration the day of the event before Registration closes. If you wish to purchase an event credential (pit pass) for the Calistoga Half Mile National, you may do so by selecting the Basic Membership option on your application. You can find the 2010 Flat Track Crew Application at http://www.amaproracing.com/competition/index.cfm?cid=20459 .
The fee for a Basic Membership is $50.00 for the 2010 Flat Track season and is required in order to purchase a single event credential (pit pass) for each GNC event. Single event credentials may be ordered in advance for all GNC events (at a discount) or are available at AMA Pro Registration (full price) during each event.
Both the season crew credential and a single event credential (pit pass) allow for access to the pit area as well as the paddock and general grounds. These credentials are "Hot Pit" credentials and will not be issued to persons under the age of 16 years. Single event pit pass credentials with restricted access for minors under the age of 16 may be purchased from registration at each event. AMA Pro Racing memberships and credentials are non-refundable and non-transferable.
The Pit Area will be open between Practice and Opening Ceremonies, if time allows, and after the conclusion of racing activities.

RV Park
The RV Park is located on the Fairgrounds just outside of Turn 2 and is in walking distance of downtown and resort/spas. A two night minimum is required-Friday July 30 and Saturday July 31-which includes two Infield General Admission Tickets. Upgrades to a Full Access Pass that includes a Reserved Seat ticket are available if Reserved Seats are available. Anyone in the RV Park on Friday July 30 and Saturday July 31 must have a Calistoga Half Mile National ticket or an AMA Credential.
The Calistoga RV Park provides the following amenities;
Seventy RV sites:
• 45 with water and electricity
• 25 with water, electric and sewer hookups
• Restrooms with showers
• Dump stations
• Paved roads with gravel pads
• "WiFi" service is available
To reserve an RV spot please email RVPark@CalistogaFlatTrack.com

TICKET MENU Calistoga Half Mile National

Full Access-Reserved Seat and Infield Pass Advance Sale $75.00 At the gate $85.00

Grandstand Reserved Seat Advance Sale $50.00 At the gate 60.00

Grandstand General Admission- Limited Seating-mostly Standing Room Only Advance Sale $30.00 At the gate $40.00

Infield General Admission Limited access, no coolers   Advance Sale $30.00 At the gate $40.00

RV Park Minimum two nights 7/30 & 7/31, Includes two Infield Access tickets   $150.00

Upgrade to Full Access ticket $50.00

Prices include 8.75% California Sales Tax—Service Charge may apply
For Media & Sponsorship Information contact:
Bob Carnahan
National Sales & Marketing Director
775-225-2540 BobC@CalistogaFlatTrack.com

For Ticket Info visit: http://www.calistogaflattrack.com