Galletta's Greenhouse Karting Club, located in Oswego, NY, is a go-kart racing club that specializes on racing as professionally as we can for as economically as possible. In the early 1990s, we developed a style of kart racing that is different, but no less competitive than any national karting organization. Our biggest difference is affordability. Our club is free to join and race in, and the only thing anybody pays for is gas and parts. We are the largest and longest-running dirt karting class in the local area, as we were founded in the early 1990s and our average feature is 45-Laps usually consisting of 10-15 karts, with a 200-Lap "Klassic" Championship at Summer's end deciding an Annual Points Champion. We race homemade 1-Wheel-Drive racing karts that can race on professional karting tracks and backyard speedways alike. We have karts rebuilt from used racing chassis, used yard karts and some built from scratch. We have ONE class to ensure a true overall track champion, and not have several smaller classes of divisional champions with no clear winner. We race used 5hp Briggs Flathead motors fueled by pump gas, sped-up by hand-shaved heads and select racing cams, and regulated by stock Fun Power-type carburetors instead of expensive prefabricated 2-WD chassis powered by high-priced methanol-fueled motors. On our own backyard oval speedway, we turn clockwise with our top speeds approximately 45-50MPH. Although we all run in the same division, in addition to a minimum weight requirement, we have something unique to our inclusive class -- a weight-to-power-allowance scale to allow heavier drivers more horsepower via stronger racing cams and more powerful gear ratios, a system proven to be successful as we have the tightest competition and most varied winner's circle locally over the last few years. This way our one class is bigger than the higher-priced karting classes, because heavier and lighter drivers can race equally and having the same chance of winning as the next guy. Racing experience, starting position, and a little bit of luck usually decides the outcome, and money and kart price play no role. To ensure this, we have an expert motor builder -- club co-founder Matt Stevens - who oversees that all of the motors are legal, equalized, and competitive, and does so for no cost - just to have people to race with! Join us and find out what many people, including semi-pro drivers from local racetracks say - we have the most fun and spend the least money of likely any competitive motorsport class in the world! The club races every Sunday afternoon all summer starting on the first Sunday in June annually in back of Galletta's Greenhouse and running every weekend until the weather stops us in the Fall. We race qualifiers and a 45-Lap feature most weeks, but change up to occasional Twin-30s or the occasional 55-Lapper. All races count for points and are tallied at the end of each season to determine the track champion. The season concludes with the 200-Lap Galletta's Karting Klassic in late-September or early-October. Our club is free to watch and free to join, and runs 100% off donations of the racers. You can race a Galletta's Team Kart for a nominal gas & parts donation, or race your own. We will help you either way, whether it be using a Galletta-kart or building one for yourself. We're not in this to make money and we're not in it to further a career in racing. We are in this to have fun racing with friends and family and be mini-superstars on our lil' website for as little money as humanly possible. And can your $1,000-$7,000 methanol racing kart go over 20 miles reaching speeds between 30-50MPH per lap in one race on one tank of pump gas? No? Well, we can. Join us! Enjoy the site!

7/1/2012: 17th Annual GKC Independence Day 45

Click to "Like" and "Comment" on facebook!Independence Day 2012 - 45-laps/9-karts!SUNDAY, JULY 1st, 2012: WTH. I mean.. seriously. I mean, every week, we know what Matt's going to try to do. And we can't stop him. No matter what kart he drives, he is able to run a lower groove than his fellow competitors, stay out of entanglements, and pick up wins. For the 1st time ever in our club's history, we have the same person win four straight to open the season, and it is the undisputedly winningest karter in the local area and likely points beyond - Matt Stevens (yes, people at the lil' track out back downtown may think they're the $#!t until they look at Matt's track record and that he's been winning kart races since before most of them were born, and before the track they race at even existed. They may even write us off as unsanctioned "yard karts" with weird rules on specs that don't adhere to WKA/NKA guidelines. But just remember... real men don't race in the missionary position... and the ones that do wuss out against Matt, so the locals who do not show up on raceday forfeit by default). If this were any other track, he'd be booed out of town. But, let's step back a bit... it isn't like he is utterly dominating anybody this season - although he has done that in past years. Rather, he is being challenged every race by people the same speed, and sometimes a little more. He just gets to the front being the crafty (and sometimes lucky) lil' driver that he is and keeps taking that checker. How'd he do it this time? That's what this website is for. Here is the story....
 

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Above is this race's menu. For a DVD copy of this race, please e-mail or call Chris Stevens and ask for this week's race. Each disc is chock full of between 1 to 3 hours of racing in the highest-possible DVD resolution with Dolby Stereo 2.0 with Pro-Logic Surround Sound, predominantly from multiple angles and are only $5 each (discounts available for multiple copies or regular kart Galletta-Kart renters). We accept PayPal or cash, and can either ship or arrange for pickup.

Race Results

HEAT 1:

Again, heat races serve as warm-ups that count for bonus points, and have no effect on the starting lineup of the feature race. The handicap starting lineup of the feature is split into two and we race.

START:
Pos. | Driver (Karts driven)

  1. William Ruggio (Ruggio #02) {NR}
  2. Eric Woolworth (Galletta's Greenhouse #2) {NR}
  3. Melissa Stevens (Scissors N Fur #19)
  4. Brian Galletta (Platt-itude #287)
  5. Matt Stevens (Galletta's Greenhouse #3)

    {NR} = Newbie; Inexperienced Rookie

Brian Galletta looked like a man on a mission in heat 1 after he blew by three competitors and started pulling away in the lead, until Melissa Stevens caught him napping on a restart and passed him back for the win. Yes, Melissa, NOT Matt with a sneaky pass for a win!

FINISH:
Pos. | Driver (Karts driven)

  1. Melissa Stevens (Scissors N Fur #19) = +20 pts!
  2. Brian Galletta (Platt-itude #287) = +18 pts!
  3. Matt Stevens (Galletta's Greenhouse #3) = +16 pts!
  4. William Ruggio (Ruggio #02) {NR} = +14 pts!
  5. Eric Woolworth (Galletta's Greenhouse #2) {NR] = + 12 pts!

    {NR} = Newbie; Inexperienced Rookie
 

HEAT 2:

START:
Pos. | Driver (Karts driven)

  1. Adam Lytle (Lytle #33c) {NR} / DNS
  2. David Spanfelner (Galletta's Greenhouse #7) {NR}
  3. Tim Galletta (T-Galletta #54)
  4. Chris Stevens (Galletta's Greenhouse #4)

    {NR} = Newbie; Inexperienced Rookie
    DNS = Did Not Start (Throttle cable problems)

Heat two saw Tim Galletta storm by David Spanfelner for the win. Adam Lytle could not make the race, as he was having problems with his throttle cable.

FINISH:
Pos. | Driver (Karts driven)

  1. Tim Galletta (T-Galletta #54) = +20 pts!
  2. Chris Stevens (Galletta's Greenhouse #4) = +18 pts!
  3. David Spanfelner (Galletta's Greenhouse #7) {NR} = +16 pts!
  4. Adam Lytle (Lytle #33c) {NR} / DNS = +14 pts!

    {NR} = Newbie; Inexperienced Rookie
    DNS = Did Not Start (Throttle cable problems)

 

INDEPENDENCE DAY 2012's 45-LAP FEATURE | 9-KARTS:

START:
Pos. | Driver (Karts driven) | 2012 Wins

  1. William Ruggio (Ruggio #02) {NR}
  2. Adam Lytle (Lytle #33c) {NR} - DNS
  3. Eric Woolworth (Galletta's Greenhouse #2) {NR}
  4. David Spanfelner (Galletta's Greenhouse #7) {NR}
  5. Melissa Stevens (Scissors N Fur #19)
  6. Tim Galletta (T-Galletta #54)
  7. Brian Galletta (Platt-itude #287)
  8. Chris Stevens (Galletta's Greenhouse #4)
  9. Matt Stevens (Galletta's Greenhouse #3) [3 Wins]

    OPEN KARTS:
  10. Open kart (Galletta's #0)
  11. Open kart (Galletta's #1)
  12. Open kart (Galletta's #6)
  13. Open kart (Galletta's #7)
  14. Open kart (Galletta's #8 - reserved for Chris' backup)
  15. Open kart (Galletta's #9)
  16. Open kart (Lindsley #14 - owner injured; kart for sale)
  17. Open kart (Galletta's #33 - reserved as Matt's backup)
  18. Open kart (Chrusher.com #74 - not ready to race; chassis needs tweaks)
  19. Open kart (SNF #80 - reserved for Melissa's backup)
  20. Open kart (Platt-num #187 - not ready to race; blown motor)

    {NR} = Newbie; Inexperienced Rookie
    DNS = Did Not Start (Throttle cable problems)

A few drivers couldn't make it due to special occasions and prior plans, so only nine drivers tonight. Not bad, but we want more drivers on track for better racing, more competition, and a more entertaining video!

The early going saw a lot of side-by-side racing from front to back. And open wheel means you have to race clean - no overpriced missionary-position bumper karts here, kids.

"D.S. Humphreys" David Spanfelner held his own in the early going in the #7, but Timmy, Chris and Matt were flying!

Close racing, as always at Galletta's, as we see Tim Galletta taking the low groove to pass Eric Woolworth on a restart, with his cousins Matt and Chris right behind him.

The trio of Tim Galletta (#54), Matt Stevens (#3), and Chris Stevens (#4) were the guys to beat tonight. Whomever got to the front first was likely going to win, and the race was close and intense. Who would do it?

This was the race to watch... rookie Billy Ruggio holding off Tim Galletta, Matt Stevens, and Chris Stevens for the lead.


The race was essentially decided when leader Billy Ruggio got out of shape coming out of turn four with Tim Galletta and Chris Stevens bumper to bumper behind him. Matt did his lethal slingshot maneuver which put him in the lead. Again. But this time... on only lap 8 of 45. Bad news gets worse when Matt has most of the race to gain bonus leader laps. His points lead may become close to insurmountable if this continues much more in the season.


The rest of the race was Matt Stevens followed by fellow vets Tim, Chris, Brian and Melissa, while the rookies battled for 6th through 8th. These next few races should have more drivers (a few special occasions and parties took their toll on our driver count today) - and while one would think that the more drivers on the track helps Matt keep out of victory lane (percentile-wise), Matt laughs, scoffs and licks his chops at new drivers to devour. And nobody ever shows up that can stop him. Local tracks or points beyond.

FINAL ORDER OF FINISH:
Pos. | Driver (Karts driven) | 2012 Wins

  1. Matt Stevens (Galletta's Greenhouse #3) [4 Wins]
  2. Tim Galletta (T-Galletta #54)
  3. Chris Stevens (Galletta's Greenhouse #4)
  4. Brian Galletta (Platt-itude #287)
  5. Melissa Stevens (Scissors N Fur #19)
  6. William Ruggio (Ruggio #02) {NR}
  7. David Spanfelner (Galletta's Greenhouse #7) {NR}
  8. Eric Woolworth (Galletta's Greenhouse #2) {NR}
  9. Adam Lytle (Lytle #33c) {NR} - DNS

    Retcon Make-Up Race Credits:
  10. 7/29/2012 Make-up Race: Joe Sereno (Galletta's Greenhouse #5)
  11. 8/26/2012 Make-up Race: Randy Platt (Murder #187)


    {NR} = 1st Time on track / Newbie; Inexperienced Rookie
    DNS = Did Not Start
 

2012 Point Standings after 7/1/2012's Event

Pos. (Last Week)

Name (Go-Karts Piloted)
[Most drivers have clickable Driver Profiles]

Total Points (Place)

Average Points Per Feature

2012
Events

2012
Features

2012
Heat Wins-
Entered

2012 Feature Wins

Career Feature Wins (2000-up)

Years Pro at GKC

1st

Matt Stevens ProfileMaster Matt Stevens
(Galletta's #3,33, 0)

676.0

169.00

4

4

1-2

4

108

17th

2nd

Chris StevensChris "Chrusher" Stevens
(Galletta's #8, 4)

604.5

151.13

4

4

1-2

0

58

17th

3rd
(4th.)

Timmy Galletta (in Galletta's #9)Tim Galletta
(T-Galletta #54)

503.5

125.88

4

4

1-2

0

6

4th

4th.
(3rd.)

Brian Galletta - one of the original GKC members!Brian Galletta
(Platt-num #287)

474.0

118.50

4

4

0-2

0

1

6th

5th.

Melissa Gabel Stevens profileMelissa Stevens
(Scissors 'n Fur #19, 80)

449.0

112.25

4

4

1-2

0

6

6th

6th.
(7th.)

David Spanfelner - Galletta's #9 -6/17/2012David Spanfelner
(Galletta's #9, 7)

427.5

106.88

3

4

1-2

0

0

®

7th.
(8th.)

Etic Woolworth - Galletta's Greenhouse #2 - 6/17/2012Eric Woolworth
(Galletta's #2)

419.5

104.88

3

4

0-2

0

0

®

8th.
(10th.)

Adam Lytle #33c - 6/10/2012Adam Lytle
(Lytle #33c)

402.0

100.50

4

4

0-3

0

0

®

9th.
(12th.)

Bill Ruggio - #02 - 6/10/2012Bill Ruggio
(Ruggio #02, Galletta's #6)

374.0

93.50

4

4

0-3

0

0

®

10th.
(6th.)

Joe Sereno in the Galletta's #5 (2011)Joe Sereno
(Galletta's #5)

322.5

107.50

2

3

0-1

0

1

2nd

11th. (9th.)

Justin Galletta in the Galletta's Greenhouse #7 (2011)Justin Galletta
(Galletta's #7)
 

309.0

103.00

2

3

---

0

1

2nd

12th.
(11th.)

Doug Bradford - Galletta's #0 - 6/10/2012Doug Bradford
(Galletta's #0, #1)

257.0

85.67

3

3

1-2

0

0
®

13th.

Eric Sereno - Galletta's Greenhouse #6 - 6/17/2012Eric Sereno
(Galletta's 6)

176.0

88.00

1

2

1-1

0

0

®

14th.

John Galvin
(Galletta's #6)

74.0

74.00

1

1

0-2

0

0

®

15th.

Trevor Jock - Galletta's #9 -6/10/2012Trevor Jock
(Galletta's #9)

72.0

72.00

1

1

0-2

0

-

®

16th.

Randy "Bobandi" Platt in Platt-num #28 (2011)Randy "Bobandi" Platt
(Galletta's #2)

69.0

69.00

1

1

0-1

0

5

5th

Key:
@ = Used Make-Up Retcon Races (Heat race scored as if raced in the back of a previously missed feature)
T = Used Time-Outs (3 per driver per season; 5-10 minute break blocks)
L = Raced Light in handicap kart; Point penalty & warning only, no harsh DQs.
® = Rookie (Inexperienced beginner with less than 1 full season at Galletta's)

Notes:
Scoring: Point scoring scale is found on our scoring page in addition to our rules page, heats are bonus points, and more bonus points are awarded for each lap run in 1st place (1 point per lap) and 2nd & 3rd place (0.5 points per lap) for regular-season feature races and Klassic 200 (not for heats and Fall Bonus Races).
Starts: Regular season race starts are handicapped via inverting (a) feature wins and (b) points-per-race. 2nd of a Twin-30 start is inverted from the 1st finish, minus winners are still inverted . Klassic is started via time-trials.

VISIT THE 2000-2011 GALLETTA'S WINS & POINTS STANDINGS, TALLIED AFTER EACH COMPLETED SEASON

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John J. Galletta Memorial KartwayGalletta's Backyard Go-Kart Speedway is a free-to-race-on and free-to-watch 0.133887 mile dirt oval with 20-degree banked turns. It is located behind Galletta's Greenhouse in Oswego, NY, and can be seen from outer space! The single-wheel-drive gasoline-fueled flathead motor karts take the track between 15-17 seconds per lap which averages over 30 mph (approximately 45-50 mph top speed in the straights). Our speeds are comparable to alcohol/methanol-fueled karts that cost 8 times as much because we use mostly homemade or rebuilt go-karts and gas on a large track; leading to more karts, more competition, and more fun. Our class is usually the largest and most competitive in the area. Thanks to Google Earth for this Spring 2006 photo. Our karting club's home track is located in back of:
Galletta's Greenhouse of Oswego NY (Official website)

Galletta's Greenhouses
60 County Route 20
Oswego, NY 13126-6512
(315) 343-0879 or (315) 343-4281

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