We are halfway through the April Challenge featuring Vallelunga Club Circuit and the Porsche 718 RS 60 Spyder. This month features short, fun laps that fit a lot into a short session with a tight spread that leaves a lot of room for improvement. www.braking.zone/blog/2026-ap...
Par for the April Challenge is set at 1:04.379 with one person (AJ) already beating that by two seconds! And don't forget about our first monthly Race Night this Wednesday, April 15, at 6:30. Visit www.braking.zone/blog/2026-ap... for more information.
We’re kicking off our first monthly Race Night on Wednesday, April 15, and we couldn’t be more excited about it. booking.braking.zone/race_night
Circuit: Vallelunga Club Circuit
Car: Porsche 718 Spyder
This month we’re offering unlimited attempts with 30% off your first session. Only one discount can be applied at a time, so as always, a Membership remains the best value!
The challenge hinged on our customary elimination of ABS and Traction Control. The Zonda is quite a handful once the driver aids are switched off. Prizes for this month go to: Michael L, Anthony N, and Jerry W.
This month's challenge comes in reliably under one-minute thirty seconds, with par set at 1:26.027. We allow unlimited attempts and 30% off the first session so we hope to see you soon! We will be open all weekend so we hope to see you in the shop!
The fast, fun March challenge comes in reliably under one-minute thirty seconds, with par set at 1:26.027. We allow unlimited attempts and 30% off the first session so we hope to see you soon! www.braking.zone/blog/2026-ma...
March's challenge brings one of the most iconic combinations in sim racing — the Pagani Zonda R at Laguna Seca. Due to popular demand we will allow unlimited attempts this month and 30% off the first session.
www.braking.zone/blog/2026-ma...
February's scenario was truly a challenge, and I want to thank everyone who participated. Noah set a blistering time of 7:22.86. Noah, AJ, and Lawrence A. are the winners for February and can compete for bragging rights but not prizes in March... Coming soon!
With one day remaining, there is still a wide spread of times on the February Challenge. You may want to review the videos on our blog (www.braking.zone/blog/2026-fe...) for tips. And while you are on our website, don't forget to sign up for our monthly newsletter.
With ten days remaining, there is a wide spread of times on the February Challenge: The leader is at 7:22.859 and par is set at 7:57.807. Open today and this weekend from 12-8, Sunday from 12-6. See you soon! www.braking.zone/blog/2026-fe...
It's a rainy Valentine's day and we are open for couples and singles! Work out some issues on the race track, or just spend some time together on the track. We have race tracks, hill climb, and a drift course - And choose from either our full-motion or static simulators.
The February Challenge takes on one of the most legendary tracks in motorsport — the Nordschleife. Paired with the BMW M3 E30 Gr.A ‘92, a car that rewards commitment and punishes hesitation, this month’s challenge is not for the faint of heart.
www.braking.zone/blog/2026-fe...
The best times for the January hotlap challenge are Noah, Kyle, and AJ - Congratulations! The winners of the unlimited membership, 5 free hours, and 1 free hour are: Henry, Anthony, and Brett. www.braking.zone/blog/2026-ja...
With three (weekend!) days to go, the top four spots are held by customers who are ineligible to win the January Challenge. There's still plenty of time to compete for free hours or - gasp - make it into the top spot!
The Braking Zone January Newsletter is live, announcing our new booking system! www.braking.zone/blog/2026-ja...
Halfway through the January Challenge, the leaders are: Buddy (0:53.362), Mark (0:54.505), and Terry (0:59.309). This month’s special is a 2-for-1 deal: One 15-minute practice session and a qualifying round for $10 eSport / $15 Deluxe.
Oh the weather outside is frightful... But we have heat, light, and high-end racing simulators just blocks from the Whiteaker restaurants, breweries, and wineries. Stop by and join us from 12-8 on Saturday, or 12-6 on Sunday.
**Circuit:** Red Bull Ring, National Circuit
**Car:** Lotus 72
This month's Hot Lap Challenge special is a 2-for-1 deal: One 15-minute practice session and a qualifying round for $10 eSport / $15 Deluxe.
And the winners of the December Challenge are… AJ (1 month Unlimited membership), Michael (5 free race hours), and Jerry (1 free hour). As usual, last month’s winners are not eligible. Stay tuned for the January Challenge!
www.braking.zone/blog/decembe...
There are still three days left in 2025 to compete in the December Challenge! The December Challenge features a longer track than usual (Zandvoort) in the track-ready Mazda ND MX5 Cup. This is the race-ready version of Mazda’s iconic two-seater.
The Braking Zone's December Newsletter is live on our website! www.braking.zone/blog/decembe...
TBZ Owner Brandon threw his hat in the ring for the December Challenge, setting a par time of 2:01.384 -- He says he did a 2:00 in practice, but spun early in his official run. If Brandon can do a 2:00, we think sub-2:00 is possible. It is up to our speedy customers to find out.
Get ready for the December Challenge, at Zandvoort with the racing variant of the venerable Mazda MX5 (ND), the MX 5 Cup. This month's entrants will enjoy a special offer: Two 15-minute practice sessions and 15-minute timed official run for just $35 eSport / $45 Deluxe!
Today we are thankful for our regulars, who made last weekend our best ever! We are closed today, Thursday, and open Friday through Sunday as usual. Don't forget to check online for availability - we are starting to fill up during busy hours!
There's still two weeks to go in the November Hotlap Challenge. Practice is allowed this month, so come in and work on that lap time. It's proven to be a challenging car and track combination, and so some practice is actually recommended.
Whether you're planning a team-building event, family reunion, or just a fun day out with friends, we can run a variety of event formats, including: time trials, wheel-to-wheel racing (sprint and enduro), or free play. #TheBrakingZone #PartyVenue #TeamBuilding #FamilyFun
We weather is changing, and we are improving! We have been hard at work making improvements and changes based on your feedback over the month of October. We hope to see you this weekend to try out the new features and cars, and to compete in the November Hot Lap Challenge!
Announcing the November Hot Lap Challenge!
Circuit: Umbria Circuit
Car: Lotus 3-Eleven
We would like to thank everyone who participated in our October Challenge - The first since our Grand Opening! Congratulations to AJ, Michael, and Anthony, who made the podium!
www.braking.zone/blog/october...
Stay tuned for the November Challenge.