The Podium Club’s premier members-only race series
The Cactus Cup is a members-only race series built on the traditions of gentlemen’s racing — respectful, competitive, and community-driven. It offers Podium Club members the opportunity to enjoy multi-round competition in a safe and well-organized environment, where the focus is as much on sportsmanship and camaraderie as it is on results.
Race Format​
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Multi-Round Series – Earn points each round toward season championships.
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Class-Based Competition – Cars and motorcycles are grouped by performance for fair racing.
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The race series is an invitational for nonmembers – Members can invite nonmembers to a maximum of (2) rounds per race season.
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Eligibility
​Open to active Podium Club members in good standing. Licensing requirements vary:
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Time Trials/Time Attack – No competition license required.
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Cup Racing (Wheel to Wheel) – Requires a Cactus Cup Racing License, or a recognized SCCA/NASA license. Certain 1-day courses may also qualify.
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Motorcycles – Requires CRA, ASMA, MotoAmerica, or CVMA license. A 1-day Podium Club Racing Academy course may also be accepted.
Points & Awards
Championship points are earned based on finishing position. Accumulated points determine class and overall season champions.
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Sample Points Scale:
1st – 25 points
2nd – 20 points
3rd – 16 points
4th – 13 points
5th – 11 points
6th – 10 points
All other finishers – 1 point
Safety and Conduct
Safety and sportsmanship are central to the Cactus Cup.
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Vehicle contact is not tolerated.
All cars and motorcycles must pass Podium Club technical inspection.
Onboard camera systems are required for all race participants.
Drivers and riders are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism on and off the track.