While the top speeds will vary slightly from racer to racer and track to track, junior karts go about 25 mph, and the adult karts can go about 40-45 mph.
- Junior karts: under 13 years old, between 48″ and 56″ tall
- Adult karts: 13 years old and up, 56″ and taller
- Note: you must be at least 16 years old to race the upstairs track
Not necessarily. The karts are designed to fit most adults; however, individuals who are concerned about comfort/fit are welcome to come test their fit in a kart before purchasing a race.
To reserve one of our ADA Karts, please contact [email protected] before your visit.
The upstairs karts are for racers aged 16+ — you will find a more mature racing audience here. The Superleggero karts upstairs are about 5 MPH faster than our Storm karts downstairs.
No, unfortunately. For everyone’s safety, karts are single-person only.
No, unfortunately. For everyone’s safety, adult and junior karts do not race at the same time. We only allow adults to race with adults, and juniors to race with juniors.
Although it varies slightly, most junior races last about 8 laps. Adult kart races last about 12 laps!
Yes. Closed-toed shoes are required to race. We also require the use of one of our headsocks which can be purchased for $5. All other safety equipment will be provided to you by our staff.
The boost button will be activated immediately upon race start. When the meter turns red at the end of the 30 seconds, hit the green button. You will get a 3 second speed boost, and you can use this button every 30 seconds of clean racing. Be advised that if the race gets slowed down the boost timer will be reset so race clean!
Yes! Overdrive Raceway is one of the hottest spots in Colorado Springs for birthday parties! Please visit our Birthday Parties page or contact [email protected] for more information.
Your cost will depend on many factors, including the number of guests. Packages start at $50 per person for junior racers, and $60 per person for adult racers. To find a package that suits your needs, please contact [email protected] for more information, and one of our event coordinators will be in touch shortly to answer all of your questions!
Yes! Overdrive Raceway is the best spot in Colorado Springs to host your company picnic, holiday party, or team-building event. Use this form or contact [email protected] for more information.
Yes! We have a variety of food options available. For guests 21 and over, we also have the Overdrive Sports Bar upstairs, with a full selection of spirits, cocktails and beer.
While it’s safest to enjoy alcoholic beverages after you’re done racing for the day, use your best judgment (as you would when operating any motor vehicle) when consuming alcohol and driving our high-speed karts. We reserve the right to refuse service at any time.
Overdrive Raceway is located at 196 Spectrum Loop, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
