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Cyclekart Club of Australia – Camden BBQ & Drive Day
I've been contemplating for 24 hours on what to write as an event recap. I still can't put it into words. I'm blown away by the reception to this event and all the positives to come out of it. Couple that with the events in SA and the cyclekart buzz happening now in Queensland, its looking...Cyclekart Club of Australia – Camden BBQ & Drive DayMore
I've been contemplating for 24 hours on what to write as an event recap. I still can't put it into words. I'm blown away by the reception to this event and all the positives to come out of it. Couple that with the events in SA and the cyclekart buzz happening now in Queensland, its looking like it's going to be an awesome 6 months ahead.
What a day! Our first ever Cyclekart Club of Australia event in New South Wales — and the biggest gathering of cyclekarts in the country so far.
We had six cyclekarts on site, plus a beautifully preserved 1925 Singer Ten cyclecar that really stole the show. Four of the cyclekarts were complete and running, while two more were in the build stage, giving everyone a great look at different stages of the process.
Around 35 people came and went throughout the day — regular members, new builders, and plenty of curious locals who wandered in off the street to see what it was all about. It was fantastic to see so many people chatting, sharing ideas, and getting inspired to start their own builds.
The test and tune sessions under the Farm View Pavilion were a real highlight. Ian Paul, Rick Jones, Donald Swanson, and David Grevengoed all took part in some exhibition laps, giving everyone a taste of what these little machines can do. Rick Jones went above and beyond, generously letting others take the wheel of his kart for a few runs — a true show of the Cyclekart spirit.
Paul’s kart had a few teething issues early on, but with everyone pitching in tools, parts, and know-how, he was soon back up and running for the rest of the day. It really showed the collaborative side of this hobby — everyone helping each other out and learning along the way.
After a few hours of running and tinkering, everyone gathered for a relaxed barbecue lunch. I organised the food and put together a couple of salads, while Anthony took charge of the grill as our chef for the day. He did a fantastic job — the barbecue was spot on and enjoyed by all. It was a great chance to sit down, share stories, swap build ideas, and just enjoy some good company.
We had people come from all areas — Goulburn, Springwood, Wedderburn, Camden, Hunters Hill, and the Central Coast plus all the locals. I’d like to thank everyone who attended, whether you drove two minutes or two hours. To friends old and new — thank you for being part of creating a community.
A special thank you to Josh Woods and Ben Woods for bringing down the beautiful 1925 Singer Ten, to Nathan Roche and Camden Council for their support and for providing such a stunning venue, To Donald Swanson and Ian Paul - the original trailblazers in NSW cyclekarts for their support, and most of all a big thanks to Anthony Martinovski who was my right hand and a key part of making the day happen. Finally, to Mick Percy for backing me from day one, for his encouragement and friendly ear — even from 1300 km away.
What an incredible start for cyclekarting in NSW. Here’s to many more!Post is under moderationStream item published successfully. Item will now be visible on your stream. -
Looking forward to meeting everyone on Sunday! Can't Wait
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Pete_R commented on this post about 1 week agoAND WE'RE DRIVING
The CCA committee with the support of Camden Council is pleased to announce that the Cyclekart BBQ has been upgraded to a driving event with Test and Tune Status!
That's right, we can now share that the event will be the first official drive day held in NSW.
The 540m2 Farm View Pavilion will host test and tune drives,...AND WE'RE DRIVINGMore
The CCA committee with the support of Camden Council is pleased to announce that the Cyclekart BBQ has been upgraded to a driving event with Test and Tune Status!
That's right, we can now share that the event will be the first official drive day held in NSW.
The 540m2 Farm View Pavilion will host test and tune drives, giving drivers the opportunity to test out their karts in an undercover environment.
DRIVERS WILL NEED
Australian Standards approved Helmet
Long Sleeves, Pants and Closed In shoes while driving
Attend a short drivers briefing at 11.30am
Sign a waiver form to take part
Karts need to meet CCA minimum guidelines and will be inspected before taking part.
🏁 Cyclekart BBQ & Test & Tune Day — Camden Town Farm
Sunday, October 19 • 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Farm View Pavilion, 40 Exeter Street, Camden NSW
The Cyclekart Club of Australia invites you to join us for a day of driving, displays and good company at our BBQ & Test & Tune Day! All are welcome, including family and friends whether you have a cyclekart or not.
Under the Farm View Pavilion, drivers will have the chance to test and tune their cyclekarts on a compact oval dirt layout — a safe, covered 30 m × 18 m area perfect for light runs, mechanical checks and demonstrations. There’s no racing or timing — just a chance to share ideas, get some wheel time and enjoy the sound and motion of these hand-built machines.
Spectators are very welcome! Come along to watch the karts in action, meet the builders, and enjoy a free BBQ lunch put on by the club. It’s a relaxed day for anyone interested in vintage-inspired motoring, building, tinkering or just soaking up the atmosphere.
📍 Camden Town Farm — Farm View Pavilion Area
🕚 Sunday, October 19 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
🌭 Free BBQ • Cyclekart Display • Live Demonstrations
🪑 BYO Drinks & Chairs — No Alcohol Event
Whether you have a kart on the go or you’re simply curious about the sport, this is the perfect chance to come and see what it’s all about.
For more information or to register your interest, visit the Cyclekart Club of Australia page, Event Page or message us directly.
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This is great news!
Finally we have an event, are we the first in Aus?
Although I cannot attend this one, my enthusiasm has been resparked and I'm as More ... -
First for NSW but definitely not the first nationwide. Victoria has the annual Historic Winton festival and SA has regular test and tune days and More ...
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phil33 commented on this post about 1 week agoAND WE'RE DRIVING
The CCA committee with the support of Camden Council is pleased to announce that the Cyclekart BBQ has been upgraded to a driving event with Test and Tune Status!
That's right, we can now share that the event will be the first official drive day held in NSW.
The 540m2 Farm View Pavilion will host test and tune drives,...AND WE'RE DRIVINGMore
The CCA committee with the support of Camden Council is pleased to announce that the Cyclekart BBQ has been upgraded to a driving event with Test and Tune Status!
That's right, we can now share that the event will be the first official drive day held in NSW.
The 540m2 Farm View Pavilion will host test and tune drives, giving drivers the opportunity to test out their karts in an undercover environment.
DRIVERS WILL NEED
Australian Standards approved Helmet
Long Sleeves, Pants and Closed In shoes while driving
Attend a short drivers briefing at 11.30am
Sign a waiver form to take part
Karts need to meet CCA minimum guidelines and will be inspected before taking part.
🏁 Cyclekart BBQ & Test & Tune Day — Camden Town Farm
Sunday, October 19 • 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Farm View Pavilion, 40 Exeter Street, Camden NSW
The Cyclekart Club of Australia invites you to join us for a day of driving, displays and good company at our BBQ & Test & Tune Day! All are welcome, including family and friends whether you have a cyclekart or not.
Under the Farm View Pavilion, drivers will have the chance to test and tune their cyclekarts on a compact oval dirt layout — a safe, covered 30 m × 18 m area perfect for light runs, mechanical checks and demonstrations. There’s no racing or timing — just a chance to share ideas, get some wheel time and enjoy the sound and motion of these hand-built machines.
Spectators are very welcome! Come along to watch the karts in action, meet the builders, and enjoy a free BBQ lunch put on by the club. It’s a relaxed day for anyone interested in vintage-inspired motoring, building, tinkering or just soaking up the atmosphere.
📍 Camden Town Farm — Farm View Pavilion Area
🕚 Sunday, October 19 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
🌭 Free BBQ • Cyclekart Display • Live Demonstrations
🪑 BYO Drinks & Chairs — No Alcohol Event
Whether you have a kart on the go or you’re simply curious about the sport, this is the perfect chance to come and see what it’s all about.
For more information or to register your interest, visit the Cyclekart Club of Australia page, Event Page or message us directly.
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AND WE'RE DRIVING
The CCA committee with the support of Camden Council is pleased to announce that the Cyclekart BBQ has been upgraded to a driving event with Test and Tune Status!
That's right, we can now share that the event will be the first official drive day held in NSW.
The 540m2 Farm View Pavilion will host test and tune drives, giving...AND WE'RE DRIVINGMore
The CCA committee with the support of Camden Council is pleased to announce that the Cyclekart BBQ has been upgraded to a driving event with Test and Tune Status!
That's right, we can now share that the event will be the first official drive day held in NSW.
The 540m2 Farm View Pavilion will host test and tune drives, giving drivers the opportunity to test out their karts in an undercover environment.
DRIVERS WILL NEED
Australian Standards approved Helmet
Long Sleeves, Pants and Closed In shoes while driving
Attend a short drivers briefing at 11.30am
Sign a waiver form to take part
Karts need to meet CCA minimum guidelines and will be inspected before taking part.
🏁 Cyclekart BBQ & Test & Tune Day — Camden Town Farm
Sunday, October 19 • 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Farm View Pavilion, 40 Exeter Street, Camden NSW
The Cyclekart Club of Australia invites you to join us for a day of driving, displays and good company at our BBQ & Test & Tune Day! All are welcome, including family and friends whether you have a cyclekart or not.
Under the Farm View Pavilion, drivers will have the chance to test and tune their cyclekarts on a compact oval dirt layout — a safe, covered 30 m × 18 m area perfect for light runs, mechanical checks and demonstrations. There’s no racing or timing — just a chance to share ideas, get some wheel time and enjoy the sound and motion of these hand-built machines.
Spectators are very welcome! Come along to watch the karts in action, meet the builders, and enjoy a free BBQ lunch put on by the club. It’s a relaxed day for anyone interested in vintage-inspired motoring, building, tinkering or just soaking up the atmosphere.
📍 Camden Town Farm — Farm View Pavilion Area
🕚 Sunday, October 19 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
🌭 Free BBQ • Cyclekart Display • Live Demonstrations
🪑 BYO Drinks & Chairs — No Alcohol Event
Whether you have a kart on the go or you’re simply curious about the sport, this is the perfect chance to come and see what it’s all about.
For more information or to register your interest, visit the Cyclekart Club of Australia page, Event Page or message us directly.Post is under moderationStream item published successfully. Item will now be visible on your stream. -
Great example of an over-centre locking mechanism activating the brake pedal to work as a handbrake.
The video shows how it is made and explains the geometry used.
It also shows a demonstration of the handbrake holding back against the engine and preventing the Cyclekart from moving when the engine is running
This is one method that you can...Great example of an over-centre locking mechanism activating the brake pedal to work as a handbrake.More
The video shows how it is made and explains the geometry used.
It also shows a demonstration of the handbrake holding back against the engine and preventing the Cyclekart from moving when the engine is running
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Pursang reacted to this post about 4 weeks agoWe will be starting up the monthly meetings again from next month. However I'm looking to change the day of our regular meeting from Fridays to a another week night, as Fridays appear to exclude many people form attending. Just waiting to hear back on availability of the meeting rooms.
I will create a new event listing once I've confirmed a...We will be starting up the monthly meetings again from next month. However I'm looking to change the day of our regular meeting from Fridays to a another week night, as Fridays appear to exclude many people form attending. Just waiting to hear back on availability of the meeting rooms.More
I will create a new event listing once I've confirmed a new night.Comments (1)-
Change of day is confirmed. We are now meeting on the first Wednesday of each month.
I've created a new event listing - https://cyclekarts.org.au/ev More ...
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