Sidewinders Speedway, junior motorcycle speedway in Wingfield, South Australia
Sidewinders Speedway is a racing track for motorcycles and cars located in Wingfield, South Australia. The circuit measures approximately 112 meters around and features a dolomite surface that provides good grip for young riders during their races.
The speedway was established as a junior motorcycle club in 1976 and opened its racing track in 1978. Since its opening, it has served as a starting point for many young riders who went on to succeed in motorsport.
The speedway takes its name from the Sidewinders Junior Motorcycle Club that established it. On race days, families and friends gather to support young riders and form part of a welcoming motorsport community.
The speedway is located in Wingfield at North Terrace at the end of Eighth Street and is easy to find. Races occur every second Saturday from October to April, with raised viewing areas that provide clear views of the entire track.
The 112-metre dolomite oval is the only dedicated, stand-alone junior motorcycle speedway track in Australia; other venues such as Gillman and Olympic Park run junior racing on the infield of their main track. Lights for night racing were installed in 1986.
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