History

With SMKA's history of rejecting motorcycles and being a "Kart Only" track, it was a breakthrough and win for riders in 2013 when M1GP was able to convince the board of SMKA to finally allow motorcycles to run at the track with its long-standing track record with other established tracks and history with reputable industry leaders. Thankfully, there were members at the time who were open to a trial year allowing motorcycles. After passing the test, M1GP continued to hold events each year and had an especially fruitful 2018 season when the momentum of the previous seasons efforts were paying off. After a hostile and unethical move by former staff members and with the support of the SMKA board, M1GP ceased to hold events at the Santa Maria track later in 2019. Fortunately, history cannot change the fact that it was M1GP which brought motorcycles to Central Coast and allowed so many to experience a fun track, including the late Carlin Dunne, who enjoyed his training sessions in preparation for his Pikes Peak races. Prior to his passing, Carlin was planning to contribute to the M1GP Rider Clinic program. Before our departure from SMKA, M1GP was able to hold a memorial race in Carlin's name.