Couldn't be more happy with my new CRG/DD2 kart. Kris has done a great job getting kart prepared and delivered. He also helped with break-in at Dixon and Infineon last weekend. His support is the reason that CRG was my choice. The kart is first class and I am having a great time learning a new toy.
One of the most impressive things about Martin Karting is the level of direct personal support they provide. Marin Karting's trackside support is superb. They're always there when you need them and they're great to work with. Martin Karting really made the kart buying decision easy and enjoyable.
David Carlisle, April 2006
I'm out in the garage working on my beautiful kart and loving it. Thanks again Kris for setting the whole thing up for me while I was out of state.
Everything went off without a hitch. Good business! I'm showcasing the kart to my buddy Dave tonight, so you'll see him soon I'm sure.
You guys are awesome! Thanks again!
R. Fariss, February 2006
Marin Karting has been the driving force behind my racing for the past two years. Congrats to Kris and Adrian and Gavin and Aaron and all else at the shop in Novato CA, you've put great power and awesome chassis behind my wins and great finishes around the country. If anyone needs a Rotax or CRG, visit www.marinkarting.com for a great ride!!
Wes Phillips, 2005 Rotax International class National Champion
I just came to karting a month ago and thanks to the exceptional support from Marin Karting, my initiation was rapid and painless. Not only did they deliver the kart at the track and spend the first few hours with me fine tuning the setup, they also supported me as well as if I was a “factory” driver during my first racing week end. Their competency coupled with a really customer friendly attitude makes a world of difference when you are a novice and want to come up the learning curve quickly. I would recommend Marin karting to anyone who wants to find service, support and a friendly advisor in a one stop shipping experience.
Henri Richard, Kali/Rotax, August 2005
Having recently taken delivery of our two new karts (one CRG Rotax and one Comer 50 Kids kart), I can say that I've been very pleased with Kris' and Adrian's knowledge and service. The assembly, adjustments, accessories and on-track training was right the first time, delivered in a timely fashion and we couldn't be happier. The level of service was excellent and the need to have a local kart shop supporting you for service, fuel and accessories is very important for those new to karting such as ourselves. We're looking forward to continuing this new relationship with Marin Karting!
Dan Johnston, July 2005
“Spending a day with Kris working on kart setup allowed me to learn more in 6 hours than I could in a whole season of “trial and error” setup changes. Kris asks all the right questions to help you narrow down my CRG Kali/Parilla kart’s behavior through setup changes and track sessions.”
Glen Egan, June 2005
First of all, I would like to thank Kris, Adrian and Aaron for all their support in 2004 with our son's CRG cadet kart. When we were ready to move to the next level with Jarrett, my husband researched many karts and dealers in order to make the best informed decision we could. After connecting with Marin Karting, he received insight and detail information on what is really needed, without being sold unnecessary equipment. We knew we had made the best choice!
After the passing of my husband mid-season, I was determined to keep on karting with my boys. Marin Karting was there, and still is, to help us in any way they can. I'm so appreciative to Kris for being willing to share his karting knowledge with me and encourage my boys to be the best drivers they can.
Marin Karting takes their customers, and any karter, to heart, willing to give 200%, so that all may enjoy and promote the wonderful sport of karting!
Sherie and Jarrett Lile, CRG Cadet Comer 80, May 2005
"Worked with Kris at Marin Karting to put together a complete 125cc Stock Moto Road Rebel package. Kart is fast right out of the box. First full day of testing went flawlessly and I'm looking forward to working with Kris to help me dial in the Kart for the first race. The Stock Moto package is a lot more fun to drive than the TAG and I don't have to spend a couple of hours at the end of the weekend cleaning the oil off the kart :-)"
Scott Cooper
CRG Road Rebel/Honda 125cc Shifter, March 2005
When I decided to get into kart racing with my son, I was very frustrated trying to get any straight information from either the internet, or local kart shops. It was so confusing with all the various kart manufacturers, classes, and new terminology (i.e. TaG). The internet, unfortunately, only served to create more confusion. I then found Marin Karting… and things just got easier. The folks there were direct, clear, and extremely helpful. They listened to what we wanted to achieve with karting, and directed us to the right solution for us. I ended up with a CRG Cadet kart for my son and a CRG Kali cart with a Parilla Leopard for myself. We have been having a blast ever since!
Not only did we get the perfect solution for us, but have saved a significant amount of money because of MK’s help. It is so easy in karting to end up buying many things you do not need, or buying parts based flashy ads, or “what others are running”, and just ending up heading down a path that does not produce results, and costs more money. Kris Shaw’s experience and knowledge in kart setup and racing techniques has been invaluable, and makes a ton of sense. I am amazed at how much bad advice I have received at the track by well-meaning karters, but I have learned that you cannot just “try this and that”, but you need a philosophy and consistent approach to kart setup. Marin Karting and Kris Shaw provide that, and it produces dependable results.
After working with Marin Karting, quite frankly, I am amazed that some of the other local kart shops I visited are even in business. The contrast is remarkable. Don’t let a kart shop make you feel stupid… you deserve the answers to your questions.
With Marin Karting, you don’t just get karts and parts… but a tremendous head start on the competition!
Now I just have to figure out how to beat all those other Marin Karting customers!
Tim Villanueva / Nathan Villanueva, February 2005
I have recently had the pleasure of dealing with Marin Karting in buying my 2004 Kali/Parilla package. As I am completely new to the sport, I spent hours on the computer and the phone researching several chassis and engine packages. When Adrian invited me out to the track, what first hit me, besides the CRG/Marin Karting logos proudly displayed, was the quality of trackside support that they had to offer. Not only did they bring their “shop” to the track, which is invaluable in itself especially to a beginner, but Kris and Aaron were also on hand to answer questions that would surely come up. Secondly, I chose CRG because it has a reputation of quality and, of course winning (and also because I am Italian). Furthermore, the integrity and honesty of Marin Karting is unbeatable. I could have bought any package. Adrian asked what I was interested in and based upon the experiences of Marin Karting, he made the recommendation. He did not try to sell me the most expensive set-up. In fact, he was quite honest in telling me that certain applications would not even make a difference at my level. If you are looking to get into the sport or if you just have questions, I highly recommend Marin Karting. It is truly my pleasure to be associated with them. Looking forward to a long relationship. Thanks Adrian, Kris, and Aaron.
Mike Cancilla
2004 Kali/Parilla, December 2004
"You guys met your deadline and delivered a great product. I look forward to dealing with you in the future. Thanks again for all the help you gave me when delivering the Kart at Infineon! It was a great experience and the Kart exceeded my expectations (although my driving ability didn't)
Also wanted to thank the rest at Marin Karting, Aaron and Adrian you guys where very nice and helpful in getting all the gear together and would recommend Marin Karting to anyone looking for a proper Kart shop!"
Todd, December 2004
"Marin Karting delivered our new kart on time and in perfect order. Their professionalism is just what we were looking for. We're looking forward to an excellent partnership and a competitive racing season!"
Greg, November 2004
"I did extensive research before committing to my kart purchase and the consistent feedback was...the shop that you buy from should "support" your effort, and that decision is at least as important as the kart/engine selection. The Marin Karting staff is not only knowledgeable from first-hand experience (both Kris and Aaron race what they sell), but friendly and helpful in a way that only someone truly enthusiastic and passionate about the sport can be. They don't try to sell you stuff, they educate you with no commercial bias and without insulting the competition to help you decide what's best for you. My friend John and I each decided on CRG Kali karts with a "touch-and-go" (TAG)" set-up to run together instead of shifter karts, and were both treated to a "break-in" and coaching session with trackside delivery that was invaluable to setting us up to enjoy the karts.
Thanks Adrian, Kris and Aaron for all your help. We will likely "move-up"
to shifter karts at some point n the future with you guys as well."
Timothy Ng
Tiburon, California
"I've purchased two CRG Karts (Road Rebel) from Marin Karting and found the support and service to be outstanding. Their attention to my needs as well as my son's needs is what we were looking for when we began shopping for a Kart and trackside support. They have the ability, knowledge, and commitment to meet our needs as new participants to kart racing. I've enjoyed their honest approach to karting and customer support. I would recommend giving them a call to discuss any karting needs. They have experienced, qualified personnel to address the needs of beginners to experienced karters. Their interest goes beyond just making a sale."
Jack Yovanov
"I bought a CRG Kalli chassis from Marin 11 months ago. They have been great. I had no previous karting experience. They have helped with set up to maintenance. Even Driving tips..I was in need of a part for a race, they took it off a new kart on the floor. They will go the extra step to help you out."
Jim Allen
"We have been doing business with Marin Karting for over a year now and feel that there is no better kart dealer in Northern California. Chris Shaw is always willing to help in any way possible, not just when it comes to selling stuff. They don't rip you off for parts orders like some other shops. They offer fantastic track side support at every race. We have dealt with a lot of kart shops and Marin Karting is the most reliable that we have found."
Madusa Racing
"I purchased a CRG kart from the Marin crew. They provide great and friendly service. Not only is the entire staff excellent, but they are really active in the northern California scene. I've never been to Infineon and not run into one of them. They are always willing to help. Before I purchased my CRG, I needed a clutch for the rotax kart....during the 4 hour enduro. They let me pry a clutch off of the demo kart so we could stay in the race. When I decided to buy a new kart, there was no question... they earned my business.
When you buy a kart from them, I can tell you that a) CRG makes very high quality products, and b) Kris Shaw will spend a day at the track helping you set up. It's well worth it."
Joe Mannix
"Yea I would go with Marin Karting CRG builds the fastest karts in the world for starters (they won the most recent world championship) and Marin Karting is always set up at every race and almost always has everything you would need. They have been really good to me I wouldn't have got my kart from anyone else."
Sean Ruggiero
"I've had nothing but positive experiences with Marin Karting. I can call anytime and get someone on the phone who'll take time to help me with a problem or locate parts. At the track they're always there, even on non race weekends. If your new to the sport and need someone who can guide you through getting set up, or an experienced racer that needs a reliable and no BS shop to keep you on track then I would highly recommend Marin Karting."
Alan Cooper
"I purchased a CRG Kali and I love it from Marin Karting. They are always at the track, ready to help me with any questions or problems that I may be having. Chris gives great advice and heads me in the right direction. I am very satisfied with the service I receive at Marin Karting."
