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08-21-2008, 09:07 PM
For Immediate Release
Steelblock Mid-Atlantic Racing Tour
August 19, 2008
The Wait Is Over, S.M.A.R.T Series To Run At Potomac Speedway
The buzz is in the air. The wait is over. The S.M.A.R.T series will invade Potomac Speedway in Budds Creek Maryland, August 29th, 2008 as part of a double header weekend. The talk about Potomac Speedway has been explosive as of late. Denise Hollidge at Potomac Speedway has been instrumental in the arrival of the Steelblock Mid-Atlantic Racing Tour. “We have been getting a lot of calls from fans and drivers about bringing the series to Potomac”. Hollidge also added, “ We have some great sponsor additions that have stepped up to make this possible”. The sponsors for this event are Vera's Beach Club Restaurant and Marina, Cameron Construction and 3 Mules Welding Supply.
The S.M.A.R.T series Director, Chris Hammer has been working feverishly to pull this whole thing together. “The S.M.A.R.T Series and Potomac Speedway in my opinion have always seemed like it would be a perfect fit. Now as part of the double header weekend with Winchester Speedway, this will be a can't miss show.” The series is also working to bring in additional sponsors for this event to make it more friendly for the drivers and fans alike. “With this being a first time stop to Potomac, we have agreed to help the track and go with a set purse for this event. It is still a great purse for the steel block cars at $1500 to win. We will continue to work on adding to the purse as well.” said Hammer. In addition to the set purse there has been an agreement between the track and the series on tires. The series tire rule will be in effect with the exception of a D28 spec on the right rear is allowed and a D11 spec is allowed on the left rear. These are the only tires allowed outside of the series rules for this race only. If it is not a D28spec or D11 Spec tire then it must be a 48 or harder on the durometer. This will be a one race only change to the rule. As per the tire ruling Hammer stated, “I don't really see much of a difference compared to what we already have in place. I'm sure you'll see guys trying harder compounds as well and making them work for 40 laps. This is just a way to help the guys there that already have those tires. Now they won't need to buy harder tires that they normally won't use.” Working with the tracks is what the S.M.A.R.T series is all about. The series rules have been structured to allow all different combinations of various track rules to be competitive. This has been evident as out of the last four races, three have been won by home track competitors.
Series regulars have already committed to competing at Potomac Speedway. Series point leader Allen Brannon is awaiting a fresh motor as they ran into valve train problems a few weeks ago. Brannon has assured us that he will be there to defend his points lead. Second place in points Jared Almarode has been one of those looking forward to Potomac Speedway. Look for the number 19 to be a strong contender for the win. Also glad to see the event coming to his home track is Derrick Quade. Quade has logged miles with the series and now gets the chance to have home town advantage for a change. Aside from these competitors, in action will be Gerald Davis, Spencer Liggon, Louis Timberlake, Petie Coffey, Greg Roberson, Kristian Looney, Ronnie Boykin. Aside from those committed to competing at Potomac, some of the drivers that have made appearances on the tour could be Walker Aurther, Buck Roadcap, Joe Leavell, Jon Painter, Brian Buckler, Lou Littlepage and more. This could be a huge night for the series and Potomac Speedway. The last two races of the series has garnered an average of 30 cars. Could this be the night the series breaks that record?
Gates and S.M.A.R.T registration open at 5pm – Hot Laps 7:30pm Meet & Greet 5pm-6pm
www.smartracingseries.com www.potomacspeedway.com (http://www.potomacspeedway.com/)
S.M.A.R.T would like to thank the following supporters:
American Racer Tire, Bernhiezel Race Cars, Lazer Chassis, Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic, PMZ Group, Steel Block Mania Forum, Stephens Lawn Service, Eagle Rider Motorcycle Rental, Extreme Grafix,
Steelblock Mid-Atlantic Racing Tour
August 19, 2008
The Wait Is Over, S.M.A.R.T Series To Run At Potomac Speedway
The buzz is in the air. The wait is over. The S.M.A.R.T series will invade Potomac Speedway in Budds Creek Maryland, August 29th, 2008 as part of a double header weekend. The talk about Potomac Speedway has been explosive as of late. Denise Hollidge at Potomac Speedway has been instrumental in the arrival of the Steelblock Mid-Atlantic Racing Tour. “We have been getting a lot of calls from fans and drivers about bringing the series to Potomac”. Hollidge also added, “ We have some great sponsor additions that have stepped up to make this possible”. The sponsors for this event are Vera's Beach Club Restaurant and Marina, Cameron Construction and 3 Mules Welding Supply.
The S.M.A.R.T series Director, Chris Hammer has been working feverishly to pull this whole thing together. “The S.M.A.R.T Series and Potomac Speedway in my opinion have always seemed like it would be a perfect fit. Now as part of the double header weekend with Winchester Speedway, this will be a can't miss show.” The series is also working to bring in additional sponsors for this event to make it more friendly for the drivers and fans alike. “With this being a first time stop to Potomac, we have agreed to help the track and go with a set purse for this event. It is still a great purse for the steel block cars at $1500 to win. We will continue to work on adding to the purse as well.” said Hammer. In addition to the set purse there has been an agreement between the track and the series on tires. The series tire rule will be in effect with the exception of a D28 spec on the right rear is allowed and a D11 spec is allowed on the left rear. These are the only tires allowed outside of the series rules for this race only. If it is not a D28spec or D11 Spec tire then it must be a 48 or harder on the durometer. This will be a one race only change to the rule. As per the tire ruling Hammer stated, “I don't really see much of a difference compared to what we already have in place. I'm sure you'll see guys trying harder compounds as well and making them work for 40 laps. This is just a way to help the guys there that already have those tires. Now they won't need to buy harder tires that they normally won't use.” Working with the tracks is what the S.M.A.R.T series is all about. The series rules have been structured to allow all different combinations of various track rules to be competitive. This has been evident as out of the last four races, three have been won by home track competitors.
Series regulars have already committed to competing at Potomac Speedway. Series point leader Allen Brannon is awaiting a fresh motor as they ran into valve train problems a few weeks ago. Brannon has assured us that he will be there to defend his points lead. Second place in points Jared Almarode has been one of those looking forward to Potomac Speedway. Look for the number 19 to be a strong contender for the win. Also glad to see the event coming to his home track is Derrick Quade. Quade has logged miles with the series and now gets the chance to have home town advantage for a change. Aside from these competitors, in action will be Gerald Davis, Spencer Liggon, Louis Timberlake, Petie Coffey, Greg Roberson, Kristian Looney, Ronnie Boykin. Aside from those committed to competing at Potomac, some of the drivers that have made appearances on the tour could be Walker Aurther, Buck Roadcap, Joe Leavell, Jon Painter, Brian Buckler, Lou Littlepage and more. This could be a huge night for the series and Potomac Speedway. The last two races of the series has garnered an average of 30 cars. Could this be the night the series breaks that record?
Gates and S.M.A.R.T registration open at 5pm – Hot Laps 7:30pm Meet & Greet 5pm-6pm
www.smartracingseries.com www.potomacspeedway.com (http://www.potomacspeedway.com/)
S.M.A.R.T would like to thank the following supporters:
American Racer Tire, Bernhiezel Race Cars, Lazer Chassis, Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic, PMZ Group, Steel Block Mania Forum, Stephens Lawn Service, Eagle Rider Motorcycle Rental, Extreme Grafix,