Blake Learman Racing

Blake Learman Racing My name is Blake and I am excited for the 2026 Karting season. In 2026 I will be racing in two classes, Cadet and Mini Swift at Road America.

I am excited to get out and burn some rubber!

Route 66 Sprint Series was one for the books!I knew coming into this weekend that the karts would be fast and the compet...
06/08/2026

Route 66 Sprint Series was one for the books!

I knew coming into this weekend that the karts would be fast and the competition would be tough. Most of these drivers had more experience than me, but if you want to get better, you have to race with the best and learn from them.

This was a track I had never raced before, and there were a few turns that definitely made me nervous. I had to push through some fears, trust myself, and just drive.

On top of that, we had weather to deal with. I had never raced in the rain before, so that was a whole new learning experience!

Sportsman
The competition was tough! This track was basically all gas and no brakes, making it hard to find passing opportunities. I had some challenges and plenty of learning moments along the way.

🏁 19 Kart Field
• Qualified: P14
• Heat 1: P14 ➡️ P12
• Heat 2: P12 ➡️ P11
• Main Event: P11 ➡️ P14

Micro Swift
These drivers were FAST, and I struggled to keep up early in the weekend. My confidence was a little shaken since we didn’t get much practice because of the weather. But I kept working, kept learning, and ended up bringing home a podium finish!

🏁 Qualified: P6
• Heat 1: P6 ➡️ P6
• Heat 2: P6 ➡️ P5
• Main Event: P6 ➡️ P5 🏆

Things I learned this weekend:
• Driving on a wet track is fun and completely different.
• I am very grateful for air conditioning because it was HOT… 90+ degrees all weekend!
• The kart can stick. I need to trust my driving and trust the kart.
• Cleaning and preparing karts is a huge behind-the-scenes job. Thank you, Mom, for spending so much time helping make sure everything was race ready.
• My dad rides every high and low right alongside me and always helps keep my head in the game.

Shout Outs
Thank you to Cale for coaching me this weekend. I know I need to do what you tell me and trust the process. I’ll keep working on that. Cale Zimmermann Legacy Driver Development

Thank you to Josh and Evan for pushing me to do my first regional Route 66 race and allowing me to pit in your trailer. Evan Liesch Racing

Thank you to Kyle, Brittany, and Forest for all the help you gave me this weekend. Forrest Thomas Racing FTR

Thank you to Russ for helping my dad whenever he needed an extra set of hands.

And finally, thank you to all of my sponsors. Racing isn’t possible without your support, and I am incredibly grateful for each and every one of you.

VIDEOS IN COMMENTS! Check them out!

Wisconsin Wraps - Signs & Vehicle Graphics
Schlafer Racing
Alicia Learman - Modern Woodmen of America: FIC
Schmidt Century Farm
Olde Cedar Inn
Sedgwick's Automotive Repair
Mod Ledger
Laughing Mountain Gourmet Popcorn
Cedar Lake Sales and Service
PMF Landscape Supply
Debi Hendricks Color Street
Gehring's Meat Market

🏁 DAY 2 AT ROUTE 66 🏁It was a HOT one today with temperatures in the 90s, so staying cool and focused was the name of th...
06/06/2026

🏁 DAY 2 AT ROUTE 66 🏁

It was a HOT one today with temperatures in the 90s, so staying cool and focused was the name of the game!

Today’s schedule included two practice sessions, qualifying, and a heat race. The good news? No rain today! ☀️ My lap times improved a lot from yesterday, and I’m getting more comfortable with the track every time I hit it.

🏎️ Sportsman Qualifying: 14th
🏎️ Micro Qualifying: 6th

During the Sportsman heat race, there was a scary crash where a driver flipped her kart. Thankfully she was okay and walked away. After the restart, I raced hard and finished 12th out of 19 karts.

Micro has been a challenge this weekend. My times continue to get faster, but I’m still a few seconds off the pace. I’m working hard, learning every lap, and trying to find the speed I need.

A huge shoutout to my dad, who has been running nonstop in this heat making sure everything is perfect with both karts while I cool off in the air conditioning between sessions. Racing takes a whole team, and I couldn’t do it without him! ❤️

Now it’s time to cool off in the hotel pool with my racing friends and get ready for Day 3 tomorrow.

Day 1 at Route 66 is in the books!My post is late because I spent time in the pool with friends - have to have some play...
06/06/2026

Day 1 at Route 66 is in the books!

My post is late because I spent time in the pool with friends - have to have some play time too.

Today was all about learning. We dealt with rain, a wet track, a brand-new course, and figuring out the fastest lines around the track. I also got some great coaching from Cale @ Legacy Driver Development ,which helped me learn more every time I went out.

Tomorrow, the goal is simple: pick up the speed. I need to trust my kart, trust that the tires will stick, stay on the gas, and keep building confidence. Another big part of my learning is giving honest feedback to my dad about what the kart is doing on the track so we can make the right adjustments. That’s a skill I’m still working on, but I’m getting better.

Every lap is a chance to learn, and every race weekend is another step forward. Ready to come back tomorrow! 🏁💨

Decided to try the Route 66 Sprint Series. We have practice today, heat races tomorrow and feature on Sunday. Here are...
06/05/2026

Decided to try the Route 66 Sprint Series. We have practice today, heat races tomorrow and feature on Sunday. Here are just a couple pictures to start the morning - I am excited to grow and learn from everyone this weekend.

Tuesday night racing didn’t end with the finish I wanted, but that’s racing!I was the fastest kid on the track during pr...
06/04/2026

Tuesday night racing didn’t end with the finish I wanted, but that’s racing!

I was the fastest kid on the track during practice and felt really confident heading into the night. I started 2nd in my heat race, but I jumped the start and got sent back, finishing 5th vs 2nd.

In the feature, I was charging hard and battling for a podium spot. Coming into the final turn, 2nd through 4th place were all racing hard for position. Unfortunately, a lap kart got in the way right at the checkered flag and I lost my podium spot when the 4th place kart passed me.

It’s frustrating when things don’t go your way, but that’s part of racing. Every lap is a chance to learn, improve, and come back stronger.

The good news? I still LOVE karting, and I’ve got some big things coming this weekend. Stay tuned!

Thanks to my sponsors:
Wisconsin Wraps - Signs & Vehicle Graphics
Schmidt Century Farm
Schlafer Racing
Cedar Lake Sales and Service
Mod Ledger
Gehring's Meat Market
Olde Cedar Inn
Sedgwick's Automotive Repair
Debi Hendricks Color Street
Laughing Mountain Gourmet Popcorn
PMF Landscape Supply
Alicia Learman - Modern Woodmen of America: FIC

🏁FIRST TUESDAY NIGHT RACE OF THE SEASON 🏁It takes countless hours in the garage cleaning, prepping, watching footage, lo...
05/27/2026

🏁FIRST TUESDAY NIGHT RACE OF THE SEASON 🏁

It takes countless hours in the garage cleaning, prepping, watching footage, looking at data with dad and talking about what corners to work on to shave off time and making sure everything is race ready. Huge thanks to my mom and dad for always being by my side through it all.

Tonight was our first Tuesday race of the season! We had some good moments and not so good moments but in the end I started 2nd in the feature and finished on the podium in 3rd! 🥉

I need to keep learning and trusting in my driving skills to move up the podium! The field is tough this year and I have to keep my head in the game and keep pushing. 💪🔥

Shout out to my mom for making countless adjustments to my kart!

Thanks to my sponsors:
Wisconsin Wraps - Signs & Vehicle Graphics
Schmidt Century Farm
Schlafer Racing
Cedar Lake Sales and Service
Mod Ledger
Gehring's Meat Market
Olde Cedar Inn
Sedgwick's Automotive Repair
Debi Hendricks color street
Laughing Mountain Gourmet Popcorn
PMF Landscape Supply
Alicia Learman - Modern Woodmen of America: FIC

It’s kart cleaning day 🏁🧼That means checking tires, checking bolts, wiping down body panels, and making sure everything ...
05/25/2026

It’s kart cleaning day 🏁🧼

That means checking tires, checking bolts, wiping down body panels, and making sure everything is race ready for tomorrow when we hit the track!

Not every racing day is spent behind the wheel — some days are all about the work in the garage. A clean kart is a fast kart! 💪🔥

Race Weekend #2 in the books! 🏁This weekend was all about racing hard and learning how to stay calm and focused when th...
05/24/2026

Race Weekend #2 in the books! 🏁

This weekend was all about racing hard and learning how to stay calm and focused when things don’t go the way they should.

In Cadet, I started 2nd in the feature. The flagger threw the green and I took off, but then the yellow came out and I didn’t see it. I kept racing while everyone behind me saw the caution. When I came back around, everyone was stopped and I got hit hard from behind. The impact pushed my bumper in and shoved me into another kart.

At first, I thought my kart was broken so I pulled off, when I knew it was good I got back in line, so I lost my starting spot and had to restart from the back. Luckily the kart was okay, even though the bumper took a serious hit.

Even with all that chaos, I stayed focused, worked my way through the field, and fought all the way back to finish 3rd and land on the podium! 🏆

Definitely earned that medal this week. 💪

In Mini Swift, I know I still need to keep working and pushing myself. It’s a brand new division for me this year, and I’m building my confidence and speed every weekend. I’m learning more each time I hit the track, and I know the results will come with hard work and seat time. 🔥

Now it’s time to get ready for another big week because Tuesday Night Racing starts this Tuesday! Time to clean the karts, get focused, and prepare to get back on track. 👊🏁

Thank you to my Dad for making sure my kart is ready to go - without my Dad I couldn't make racing possible!

Shout Out to my Race Sponsors:
Wisconsin Wraps - Signs & Vehicle Graphics
Alicia Learman - Modern Woodmen of America: FIC
Mod Ledger
Schmidt Century Farm
Schlafer Racing
Olde Cedar Inn
Sedgwick's Automotive Repair
Gehring's Meat Market
Debi Hendricks (Color Street)
Cedar Lake Sales and Service
NEW SPONSORS:
Laughing Mountain Gourmet Popcorn
PMF Landscape Supply

Cherish and enjoy every moment. Life can change in an instant. 🏁❤️
05/22/2026

Cherish and enjoy every moment. Life can change in an instant. 🏁❤️

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