About 1Podium1
About 1Podium1
Welcome to 1Podium1, California’s premier motorsports speakeasy and your dedicated partner in karting excellence. Based in Rocklin, CA, we are perfectly positioned to easily service and support kart racers across the region’s premier tracks, including the BlueMax Kart Club in Davis, Prairie City Kart Track in Folsom, and Desert Park Raceway in Reno.
Founded on a lifelong passion for high-performance racing, our mission is to encourage, develop, and support personal growth through karting motorsports. Whether you are a beginner taking your first laps or an experienced racer aiming for national podiums, 1Podium1 delivers the elite machinery, technical expertise, and community you need to sharpen your skills and dominate the track.
As an authorized GFC Dealer, we proudly offer cutting-edge equipment, including the championship-bred 2026 GFC SS31 Chassis and the 2026 GFC SS31 Briggs 206 Chassis. Driven by a leadership team with decades of combined experience in open-wheel karting and professional sports car racing, 1Podium1 bridges the gap between grassroots karting and top-tier grid prominence.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Ethan Wilson – Owner
Ethan Wilson is an avid, highly accomplished competitor whose racing career spans both elite karting and professional sports car grids. With a proven track record of speed and precision, Ethan has successfully contended in highly competitive sports car arenas, including the Forza Tifosi Ferrari 430 Challenge series and the high-horsepower TA2 division of the Trans-Am Series presented by Pirelli Tires.
Ethan’s extensive experience navigating the extreme demands of national-level sports car racing gives him a unique, elite perspective on driver development. By founding 1Podium1, he brings that high-level professional racing mindset back to the karting community, ensuring that drivers of all levels have access to professional-grade support and industry-leading performance engineering.
Jason Berry – Actionator
A Northern California native, Operating Manager Jason Berry has been deeply rooted in the West Coast racing community since he first ignited his passion for karting in 1995. Over the past three decades, Jason has built an extensive resume of success, starting with dominant performances across the local NorCal karting scene before successfully stepping up to the grueling national stage.
Competing under the premier Superkarts! USA (SKUSA) association, Jason tested his skills against the absolute best talent in the country. His deep, foundational knowledge of chassis tuning, regional track dynamics, and national-level race strategy makes him an invaluable asset to the 1Podium1 family. Jason utilizes his decades of hands-on experience to manage daily operations, optimize driver performance, and help racers extract maximum performance from their equipment.
How Can 1Podium1 Serve You?
Every driver’s journey is different. Whether you are chasing your first checkered flag, refining your race craft, or preparing for the next level, 1Podium1 is here with the parts, support, and expertise to help you move forward.
- Visit Our Rocklin Shop
Stop by for trusted karting products, practical advice, and hands-on support from racers who understand your goals. - Trackside Parts & Support
Stay prepared on race day with the parts, service, and trackside expertise you need to focus on driving. - Choose Your Next New Chassis
Find the right chassis for your program with knowledgeable guidance tailored to your experience, class, and ambitions.
Ready to take the next step? Connect with the 1Podium1 team and let’s build your path to the podium.
The Team
Support Beyond the Setup
We combine hands-on race preparation with practical coaching and development so every racer, family, and crew member can show up ready to learn, improve, and compete.
Chassis preparation
Trackside support
Coaching and development
Mechanic mentorship
Our Approach
More Than a Parts Counter
The best race days are built long before the green flag. That is why 1Podium1 pairs performance-minded products with the kind of service that helps racers stay focused on the next corner.
Whether you are choosing a GFC chassis, checking your setup, or building confidence through coaching, we meet you where you are and help you move forward with purpose.
Not every podium comes with a trophy.
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