I attended the grand opening of K1 Speed in Miami as a complimentary guest.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be 6 inches off the ground, rocketing along on an electric powered creation reaching speeds of up to 45 miles per hour with a hairpin turn quickly approaching? No? You poor thing! I have.
Ever since I can remember, I’ve had an appetite for all things fast. I blame my dad; he’s a motorhead who can name the car by the sound of the exhaust. However, there are these things called “Laws” that prohibit the exhibition of power and extinguish the desire to go really fast. That’s where K1 Indoor Kart Racing comes into play.
Technology is awesome. Gone are the days of attaching a lawn mower engine to a metal frame with wheels and letting it rip. K1 has state-of-the-art electric powered Karts that are capable of generating 20 horse power and speeds up to 45 miles per hour. Let me tell you, that’s fast.
So, what do you do with all this speed and power? You race your friends of course! K1 provides the indoor course that pits your against 7 or your closest friends (or competitors) for 14 laps of high speed battle. Even if you don’t pass someone, K1 is smart enough to keep track of your lap times for each lap.
At the end of the 14 lap grudge match, you can compare lap times and then revel in your victory, or, hang your head in shame and vow a rematch.
Either way, you’re sure to have a great time whether it’s with friends from work or with your family.
I will be going back. The staff is very polite and very helpful. They take the time to ensure you are safe by assisting with your helmet, should you need assistance. They inform you of the rules of the track and the meaning of each of the different flags. Then, when you’re done, they help you to pit row and show you the safe way off the track.
The facility in Miami also offers party rooms which can be used for work related “Team Building” events. Talk about getting everyone involved!
With options like that and safety a big concern, there’s no other way have more indoor fun. You have to go!
About K1 Speed Medley
K1 Speed Medley brings the thrill of indoor go-kart racing to South Florida. With a convenient Miami location, located 10 miles from Miami International Airport and five miles from the Doral PGA golf course, anyone in South Florida can experience the best there is in karting. Open to the public seven days a week, K1 Speed indoor karting center is available for reservations and walk-ins; children and adults alike can race wheel-to-wheel in heated battles against other racers and the clock!
You can find out more about K1 Speed, as well as find their full hours and admission info on K1Speed.com.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
FUN! There is a place like this just south of Boston that I have been dying to try!
Bekki says
Looks like a lot of fun!! I'm not a big motor head but I am always up for a good time!
Debbie L. says
This is something my whole family would LOVE to do! We are all into speed....this looks like so much FUN!
Jessica says
This looks super fun! I haven't been in a while but they have these at Boomers outdoors. This place is much nicer and safer! My boyfriend has been bugging me to do something like this so I will keep this in mind for his birthday coming up!
Lori says
That looks like a lot of fun! I love different activities.
Christie says
What a fun time! My boy would love this place
Jenn says
My husband would flip out! We must do this sometime.
Debbie Denny says
That is so wild. I think there are several kids that would love this around here.
Shell says
This sounds like such fun! I'll have to see how far away I am from something like this!
Jessica (Savory Experiments) says
I love that it is indoors. But then again, in Miami it probably has to be to be bearable in the summer heat and humidity. Looks like you guys had tons of fun!
Amber Conaway says
That looks like so much fun! We took my dad to something like that for his 50th birthday, he had an absolute blast!
Jaime says
This looks fun AND it's not overly expensive! My father-in-law would love this.
Jaime says
I'd probably be drawn to the dark chocolate bars, as well. So many benefits with dark chocolate! I have a lot of various tasks during my work day. I'm always trying to take short breaks, but I also try to squeeze in my workout mid-day. I don't have time before work (generally) and I'm too tired at the end of the day. Lunch hour is perfect for me.
Rosey says
I'd love to get out there and race hubby. It'd be fun, win or lose, I'm sure. 🙂
Liz Mays says
What a thrill that would be! I imagine my kids would get a huge kick out of that!
Beth@FrugalFroggie says
Ohhhh!!! That looks like SO much fun. I absolutely love indoor racing!!
Jenni E. {Sweet Pennies from Heaven} says
This sounds like INSANE fun! We live in such a rural area, we don't get many places like this around. As good as it gets is during the county fair. Between car races and bumper cars. Haha!
Carly from The Puzzled Palate says
I am a wimp! I guess that I would be standing on the sidelines on this one.
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
We have one but I haven't gone there yet. I love that they have "party rooms" for company events.
Cassie @ Southeast by Midwest says
That is so cool! The prices aren't half bad either.
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
That looks like fun. We have an indoor track very close and have often wondered what its like inside. I might have to go check it out. Seems like something fun we could do as a family.
Megan @ C'mon Get Crafty says
I can't remember the last time I went go-karting! It had to have been in high school. Could be a fun outing with the fam!
Lisa Collins says
My kids LOVE indoor racing! I have yet to get in a cart myself but will one of these days.
Tess says
That would be fun to do. I will have to check it out.
Krystal says
I would totally love to drive one of those! Glad it's in the Miami area now.
Tracey says
This looks like so much fun! I would love to drive one of those.
Theresa says
Oh, I could totally see my kids just having the best time there. While I am not a fan of riding on these things, they certainly are!
Tonia says
Oooooo, I have a need for speed. I would have a blast there. I love indoor racing.
Emily says
Oh my goodness! My husband would LOVE this! I will have to see if there is something like that here.
Toni says
Why no video of you doing it LOL. I would love something like that here, of course I tend to be an adrenaline junkie so....
Amanda Love - Growing Up Madison says
Why can't I have cool stuff like this where I live? That would be perfect for my boys.
April says
That sounds like a great experience! It has been too long since I have done this!