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Buttonwillow Raceway (1CCW) Track Map

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360
Direction
Counterclockwise
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Turns
21
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Length
3.1 mi
terrain
Vertical Gain
65 ft
Elevation Profile
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The 1CCW configuration at Buttonwillow Raceway represents a counterclockwise layout utilizing turn combination 1 in the facility's modular naming system at California's technical Kern County road course. The 1 designation creates the baseline routing through Buttonwillow's original circuit sections, with CCW indicating reversed directional flow. This variant demonstrates Buttonwillow's reputation as California's most configurable circuit where systematic turn numbering allows precise layout selection.

Operating the 1CCW showcases Buttonwillow's exceptional flexibility serving varied event requirements and skill levels. Central Valley's extreme seasonal temperatures create year-round racing potential though summer heat frequently exceeds 60C making early morning and winter sessions preferred. The 1CCW configuration provides fundamental Buttonwillow experience in reversed flow, creating different corner approaches and setup priorities compared to clockwise operation, serving the facility's extensive year-round track day calendar where configuration variety allows multiple simultaneous events without scheduling conflicts.

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