Homestead, Florida (2026) — Karns / TST Industries Racing opened its 2026 campaign by bringing the full race team together for the first time at Homestead, completing a productive multi-rider test and officially unveiling its rider line-up for the new season. Returning to the squad are Isaac Woodworth (#27). New additions Kevin Olmedo (#116) and Solomon “Solly” Mervis (#25) as the team continues development of its Suzuki GSX-8R program.
Isaac Woodworth is back for 2026 after delivering strong performances last season and showing frontrunning potential.
“The test at Homestead was really productive. We made good progress with the setup, got solid data, and I felt very comfortable the whole time.” — Isaac Woodworth
Olmedo returns to competition for the first time since 2022 after working to overcome a serious illness, arriving at Homestead focused and motivated.
“I really appreciate the opportunity that Jason Karns and the rest of my sponsors are giving me. We went to Homestead for some testing. The bike felt really good although the riding style is different than I’m used to. Lap by lap we got confidence and better pace. I am really happy with the team, I know how hard they have been working, and I am ready to start the season at Daytona.” — Kevin Olmedo
Mervis (known to most as “Solly”) becomes the newest addition to the rider roster after previously testing with the team and racing NJMP in 2025.
“I had a lot of fun getting back on the bike after being in the classroom so much and it felt great to get back into the rhythm of racing. We tested a range of different setups and found some direction with the bike that I know I will like moving forward. I’m very excited to be part of the Karns Team,and I can learn a lot from Kevin, and Isaac.” — Solomon ‘Solly’ Mervis
Team Principal Jason Karns on 2026 Momentum
With rider and crew additions, the team leaves Homestead confident in its direction and ready for the season opener.
“I am very confident in the Suzuki GSX-8R that we have been developing for some time now and I am excited to get the season started. With new additions to both the riders and the crew, morale is high.” — Jason Karns, Team Principal
2026 Team Partners
•Karns Performance
•TST Industries
•Meck’s Auto Body
•IceBarn Racing
•Bobblehead Moto
•Andreani USA / Nitron Suspension
•NG Brakes
•Spiegler Brake Lines
•Blumanstock Machine
•M4 Exhaust
•Blud Lubricants
•Vesrah brake pads
•Woodcraft Technologies
•Nutter Block 3D
About Karns / TST Industries Racing
Karns / TST Industries Racing is a competition motorcycle road racing team committed to rider development, professional preparation, and ongoing performance engineering—centered around continued development of the Suzuki GSX-8R platform.
