EZ Start Raceway
EZ Start Raceway—Affordable Dragster Racing for Your Classroom
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Start gate
- Finish gate
- 2 line anchors
- Spool of monofilament line
- Power supply
- 2 detectors
- 4 quick-release pins (use only with FasTrak raceway)
SPECIFICATIONS & SAFETY
- Tools and Materials Required: Duct tape, towels, and scissors
- Material: Durable, high-density polyethylene
Frequently Bought Together
Design. Build. Race. Repeat.
EZ Start Gate
A mechanical launch mechanism provides consistent, repeatable starts for every race. Students position their dragsters and trigger the gate to release both cars simultaneously.
EZ Finish Gate
A blinking light identifies the winning car at the finish line, giving students clear visual feedback without the need for electronic timing equipment.
Upgradable to Launch Pods
The redesigned EZ Start Raceway includes a junction box that accepts launch pods (sold separately), giving you an upgrade path to CO2 cartridge launching without replacing the entire system.
Flexible Track Setup
Use the raceway on the floor with EZ Track sections or elevate it on a FasTrak Elevated Racetrack for better visibility and protection from foot traffic.
What Students Will Do
- Design and build CO2-powered dragsters using engineering principles
- Test aerodynamics, mass, and friction through iterative design changes
- Launch dragsters on a two-lane track using the EZ Start Gate
- Analyze race results and identify variables that affect performance
- Compete in head-to-head races with immediate winner identification
- Apply the engineering design process to improve dragster speed and consistency
Compare Similar Products
| Feature |
Current Product
EZ Start Raceway
| Impulse G4 Race System | Dual Lane Timer Race System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $775.00 | $2,195.00 | $725.00 |
| Primary Function | Complete race system (start gate + finish gate) | Complete race system | Finish-line timer only (pairs with existing launcher) |
| Grade Level | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Timing Precision | Visual only (blinking light) | Microsecond | Millisecond (0–9.999 seconds) |
| Starting Lights | — | Dual-sided Christmas tree with audio countdown | — |
| Race Management Software | — | Event Management App + Live Results Viewer | — |
| Winner Detection | Blinking finish-gate light | Automatic with LED + audio celebrations | Flashing LED display |
| Best For | Programs needing a complete, affordable race system with start and finish gates and an upgrade path to launch pods | Advanced programs and tournaments needing microsecond timing, automated brackets, and spectator displays | Classrooms adding digital timing to an existing launcher setup without computer or software |
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Why Teachers Love EZ Start Raceway
Complete Race System
Includes both a start gate and finish gate, so you have everything needed to run two-lane races without additional timing equipment.
Immediate Winner Feedback
The EZ Finish Gate's blinking light identifies the winner on every race, keeping students engaged and focused on results.
Upgrade Path Built In
The included junction box lets you add launch pods later for CO2 cartridge launching. Start with mechanical racing and upgrade as your program grows.
Flexible Setup Options
Run races on the floor with EZ Track sections or elevate the system on a FasTrak Elevated Racetrack for better visibility.
TSA Competition Ready
Dragster racing programs built around the EZ Start Raceway align with Technology Student Association competitive events.
Redesigned Hardware
Shares the same platform as the Impulse G4 Race System. Built to last with durable HDPE construction that withstands repeated CO2 dragster impacts.