NEWS FEED
Fri May 22nd, 2020
Check that your jack-stands are not affected!
Harbor Freight Jack Stands Re-Called
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Important news if you or a friend have a Harbor Freight jack stand.The problem is to do with the back cut on the teeth, some are not very deep so it doesn't lock in. Great chinesium quality👌
Wed May 6th, 2020
Congratulations to the winners in Outlaw 71 - what a blast, and we can’t wait to see them back again next season!
Cheers Guys , great series with some cool runs and PBs looking good for next seasion ...
Well done john
Fri Apr 10th, 2020
Got a bit of a ‘thing’ for rear engine dragsters? Yeah, so have we!
One of our awesome photographers has put a bunch together for our Easter weekend viewing pleasure. Check them out!From 2016 onward at Masterton, I have tried to get them in yearly order, Interesting to see the changes to them over the years.
Cool photos, thanks
Thu Apr 9th, 2020
We hope that you’re all keeping busy over the lockdown period, and getting some time in the shed taking care of those maintenance and upgrade jobs.
We’d like to give a huge shout-out to all of the essential service workers out there - you guys and gals rock - thank you!
Stay safe everyone
From the team at Masterton Motorplex
Tony Whiley
Anthony Allen . Scott Balsom
Dylan Bedford
Ross Whelan
Cody White
James Goodin 😂
Jake
Kurt Goodin 🤣🤣🤣
Tue Mar 17th, 2020
If you’re feeling a bit flat after the disappointing end to the drag racing season and the seemingly endless list of cancelled events we’re seeing at the moment, grab yourself a copy of the latest New Zealand Petrolhead and check out the write-up and photos of the Auckland Invasion meeting, plus heaps more!
So the two cars in the final of Supercharged Outlaw didn't show then? Maybe the person who wrote the article should have been there......
Marion could you get baz to grab me a please
Mon Mar 16th, 2020
ANNOUNCEMENT - CANCELATION OF EVENT 21ST & 22ND MARCH 2020
The Masterton Motorplex Board advises that due to the new restrictions on gatherings of 500 or more people due to the Coronavirus, that the tough decision has been made to cancel the Final Round of the National Drag Racing Championship. The MMP Board have looked at many different options in an attempt to allow racers to complete the points series, however there were no options that would suit all parties while complying with the new requirements.
We would like to thank all racers, crews, spectators and volunteers for their support over this season.
Allocation of points for the National Drag Racing Championship:
Due to the final round being cancelled, the series will roll back to the Nationals held at Meremere. Those racers who had their points 'capped' going into the event, will have this points cap removed, and any points gained at the Nationals will be added to their total and this becomes the final result.
Those racers that were not capped going into the Nationals, already have their points gained at the Nationals added to their total and this becomes their final result.
Regards, the Masterton Motorplex Board.
Hi Guys and Girls from Masterton Motorplex. While im am disappointed in the idea of not being able to race this event. I am well aware of the reasons and the stress behind this decision. As such I would like me pre paid entry money not to be refunded and to be used in some way toward the volunteers at the track even if its just a lunch shout one day. I know how hard it is organising and running a race meeting and without all you Volunteers we would never get a chance to race. Scott Tolhurst.
Bad call. Should keep racing! If you can’t attend the drags with all these people hope everyone isn’t shopping together.
Nisa Solipo... Derek Lindsay.. sad but all we can say is thanks meremere for a blast of a wknd witch now was our final of the year an always to all other tracks for a premos drag racing season so proud of all the races an there crews for a fantastic season an to my man whom did fantastic job in the Mighty HR whoop whoop
Gutted as...but a big cheers to mmp for another great season....to all the people involved,you guys are awesome...bring on next season
Just want to say a huge thanks to iticket for the quick full refund. I'll be quite happy to buy prepaid tickets for the next event 🙂
Will look forward to when we are able to enjoy your events again Masterton Motorplex. I'm sure it will be worth the wait.
Good on you MMP, shame that the Nitro Funny Cars and Final Round NDRC has had to be cancelled, was so looking forward to it but you have made the right decision and all of your supporters will be back for the 2021 season. Cheers 👍
Has the whole event been cancelled even for the street cars
Thanks for letting us know as soon as you could. A shame but I believe, the right call.
An extremely tough decision to make but is for the greater good.
Surely it could be run without spectators?
Gutting but the only decision that could be made, stay safe n well n see everyone next year
Understandable decision...I believe that MMP has reacted to a situation in a way you would expect to prevent the spread of the virus.
Sad, but thank you for advising in a timely matter. Well done on a wise decision and keeping everyone informed.
Well, corona virus, this shit just got personal. Thanks for making a tough decision MMP.
Had to be done ... 2020, the year that got cancelled 😞
Shit alright, our family were pretty amped 😷
A stink as it is. Good on you MMP for cancelling in advance
Look out November then will be a big meeting then
So is the whole weekend cancelldd. Just checking. Any rackng at all??
What happens with the points series now?
Actual. Was in a crowd of more than that today
Bugger.... but it is what it is 🤷🏻♂️
Time for street outlaws...lol
Dave P EC looks like it might just be a pub visit mate 😕
Sun Mar 15th, 2020
UPDATE - DISRUPTIONS TO NEXT MEETING DUE TO COVID-19
For those affected by the cancelation of the AeroFlow Outlaw Funny Cars from Australia, we have some FAQ's that should help to answer some of the common questions.
Q: How do I get a refund on my tickets purchased online?
A: You will automatically be refunded via the iTICKET website on Monday 16th March.
NOTE: This means you will no longer hold a valid ticket for entry to the event.
Masterton Motorplex is hopeful that the final round of the National Drag racing Championship will go ahead, but will be closely monitoring, and complying with all updates from the government relating to the Covid-19 situation.
Questions relating to the Final Round of the National Drag racing Championship - 21st March 2020:
Q: Can I still pay at the gate for the Final Round of the National Drag Racing Championship?
A: Yes - you can pay at the gate
Q: What is the gate fee going to be?
A: $30 per person in line with National Championship meeting rounds, and children 14 and under free.
Q: Will you have EftPos at the gate?
A: Yes
Q: Will there be racing on Saturday & Sunday?
A: Yes - if the meeting goes ahead it will be a two day meeting.
If you have further questions please message us and we will do our best to reply as soon as we can.
More Event details will be published as they come to hand via the Masterton Motorplex Facebook page and website www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz
Masterton Motorplex – International Drag Strip – Drag Racing, Masterton, New Zealand
www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz
I have not had my refund from iticket yet & i have not heard a peep from them at all, iv'e even messaged them via their facebook page too & no answer either
Great effort map on getting the info out. Fingers crossed for a weekend of watching racing
Awesome effort team at mmp must be hard due to the situation keep your heads up cheers for the info
Awesome guys thanks for the update 👍
Everything around is being cancelled even central district fieldays
When will we know for sure if it’s all go
Here’s hoping all goes ahead fingers crossed 🤞
Dave W Saunders in case you hadn't seen this!
Andrew Rutherford
Kelly Brough
Tom Manu
Debbie-Ann Mackie pass on to the ole boy please
Kerrie Wootton here is the latest update
Kris Robb
Lance A Corbett Steve Corbett Angela Bain
Terese Perkins
Matthew Waterreus
Sun Mar 15th, 2020
NATIONAL DRAG RACING CHAMPIONSHIP - FINAL ROUND
At this stage the National Dragracing Championship portion of the event will still take place at Masterton Motorplex on the 21st of March, however Masterton Motorplex will be working closely with officials to monitor the Covid19 situation.
We do understand that many of you have questions and we will endeavour to respond to the most frequently asked questions once the Masterton Motorplex Board has decided as a 'plan B'. This is expected to be later today.
Masterton Motorplex thanks you for your patience in this extremely frustrating time.
More Event details to follow via the Masterton Motorplex Facebook page and website www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz
Masterton Motorplex – International Drag Strip – Drag Racing, Masterton, New Zealand
www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz
Really sucks being thrown a curve ball like that for the best meeting ever, someone walked under a ladder and broke a mirror. probably Bart Blithe😆
I know it’s early days but here’s hoping the Aeroflow nitro funny cars can come back next year,there’s surely plenty of interest!
Nigel Peterson
Paul Broughan
Gordy Hart Sandy Burns
Sun Mar 15th, 2020
AEROFLOW OUTLAW NITRO FUNNY CARS AT MASTERTON MOTORPLEX CANCELLED DUE TO COVID19 TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS
The announcement by the New Zealand government to require all travellers entering New Zealand to self isolate for 14 days has left Aeroflow Outlaw Nitro Funny Cars and Masterton Motorplex no choice but to cancel this event. “We are absolutely gutted” stated Masterton Motorplex Track manager Bob Wilton. “The hype and the pre-sales for this event has been un-rivaled, unfortunately we have been left with no choice but to cancel” Aeroflow Outlaw Nitro Funny Cars Series Manager Morice Mcmillin was devastated by the news, "We wanted so badly to put on a show for the Masterton crowd. The work gone into this race has been immense and to not be able to race at Masterton is devastating for the fans, the racers, and all involved in the event". All pre purchased tickets will receive a refund via Iticket.
At this stage the National Dragracing Championship portion of the event will still take place at Masterton Motorplex on the 21st of march, however Masterton Motorplex will be working closely with officials to monitor the Covid19 situation
More Event details to follow via the Masterton Motorplex Facebook page and website www.mastertonmotorplex.co.nz
What’s the price to get into this event now then if it’s not Aeroflow ?
well that sux but not unexpected how do i get my money back ???????
If a limit of 500 people is imposed at gatherings we could have have the spectators and pit areas separated to comply.
Thanks for the update. It was out of your hands. Await more news about the National Champs.
Cancel the whole meeting other organisations are canceling there things like the childrens day in masterton on sunday the balloon festival in masterton are looking at canceling how about u do the same
A shame but In this situation what more could you have done great that you gave everyone the heads up👍
All gatherings over 500 people have been cancelled, is the full meeting cancelled now?
👎 😔 what eh shame- I was so looking forward to Aeroflow Outlaw Nitro Funny Cars Gutted 😔
Sooo gutted 😞
Buggar but it is what it is
Thanks alot china
Gutted 😞
Nigel Goodin Kurt Goodin i thought all the drivers ect where alredy in new zealand anyway ??
Gareth Thompson well that’s scuttled ya plans ☹️
Gutted
Graham Hewitt Tim Hewitt Bugger! 🤦♀️
Pick me up
Gail McGrail. We wouldn’t be able to go anyway now
Baden Denholm
Terese Perkins.....effn kidding me aye
Steve Maude u will get your money back
Aaron Davison Paul Davison Shane Mendoza Brett Mcewen, does this affect your plans?
Paul Broughan
Lisa Paramore
Calvin Honore let your mate know