Slingshots
1st Heat Round One - 8 Laps
Shannon Smith,
Katie McCardle,
Brad Arnold,
Kyle Rohner,
Billy Van Inwegen Jr.,
David Rapp,
Bill Van Inwegen Sr.,
Kurt Bettler,
Bodie Bellinger,
Joel Smith.
Second Heat, Round One (8 laps)
Steve Hicks,
Kelly Falls,
Dave McCollough,
Paul Lotier Jr.,
John Bellinger,
Anthony Perrego,
Jake Smith,
Zach O’Connell,
Ryan Smith.
Feature (18 laps)
1. ** RYAN SMITH ( there was a mixup on the tracks site ( Ryan won Kelley 6th)
2. Shannon Smith;
3. Billy Van Inwegen Jr.;
4. Dave McCollough;
5. Kyle Rohner;
6. ** KELLY FALLS
7. Joel Smith;
8. Bill Van Inwegen Sr.;
9. Paul Lotier Jr.;
10. John Bellinger;
11. Jake Smith;
12. Katie McCardle;
13. Brad Arnold;
14. David Rapp;
15. Zach O’Connell;
16. Kurt Bettler;
17. Steve Hicks;
18. Anthony Perrego.
Slingshots - Saturday
First heat, round one (8 laps) -- Kaitie McCardle, Kelly Falls, Dave McCollough, Ryan Smith, John Bellinger, David Rapp, Steve Hicks, Brad Arnold, Anthony Perrego, Bill Van Inwegen Sr.
Second heat, round one (8 laps) -- Kyle Rohner, Paul Lotier Jr., Bill Van Inwegen Jr., Joel Smith, Shannon Smith, Kurt Bettler, Jake Smith, Bodie Bellinger, Zach O’Connell.
First heat, round two (8 laps) -- J. Bellinger, Falls, Ry. Smith, Arnold, Van Inwegen Sr., McCollough, McCardle, Rapp, Hicks, Perrego.
Second heat, round two (8 laps) -- Van Inwegen Jr., Lotier Jr., Jo. Smith, B. Bellinger, Ja. Smith, Rohner, S. Smith, Bettler, O’Connell.
Feature (18 laps) --
1. ** RYAN SMITH
2. Bill Van Inwegen Jr.;
3. Paul Lotier Jr.;
4. John Bellinger;
5. Kelly Falls;
6. Kyle Rohner;
7. Brad Arnold;
8. Shannon Smith;
9. Kurt Bettler
10. Joel Smith;
11. Dave McCollough;
12. Bill Van Inwegen Sr.;
13. David Rapp;
14. Jake Smith;
15. Bodie Bellinger;
16. Zach O’Connell;
17. Kaitie McCardle;
18. Steve Hicks.
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Monday, December 24, 2007
Friday, December 21, 2007
Wyalusing Raceway
Technical problems stemming from last January's server crash have forced WVMP management to create a new website using a new domain name.
A problem with the renewal of the old domain (wyalusingvalleymp.com) resulted in the site going down, along with the loss of all of the files for the old site.
The new site has been created and features a bolder, brighter appearance along with much easier navigation.
The new domain is wvmpracing.com. We are working to resolve the issues with the old domain, which will eventually be pointed at the new site as well.
The excitment toward the 2008 season is beginning to build. The new variable banking on the track and the three new sportsman divisions are generating a good bit of interest.
The SportsWOMAN division is getting the most attention. Many racer's wives, girlfriends, or daughters would love to try racing, but are not comfortable racing against the men. This division will feature women only in a very affordable class.
Just as appealing is the fact that the SAME kart can be raced by a man and a youngster on the SAME DAY, making it very economical for the whole family to enjoy the thrill of racing without the investment of multiple cars.
If you've been wanting to try your hand at driving, or you're looking for something afforable to get your competitive speed fix, stop on by the new site and see what Wyalusing Valley Motorsports Park has to offer!
http://www.wvmpracing.com
A problem with the renewal of the old domain (wyalusingvalleymp.com) resulted in the site going down, along with the loss of all of the files for the old site.
The new site has been created and features a bolder, brighter appearance along with much easier navigation.
The new domain is wvmpracing.com. We are working to resolve the issues with the old domain, which will eventually be pointed at the new site as well.
The excitment toward the 2008 season is beginning to build. The new variable banking on the track and the three new sportsman divisions are generating a good bit of interest.
The SportsWOMAN division is getting the most attention. Many racer's wives, girlfriends, or daughters would love to try racing, but are not comfortable racing against the men. This division will feature women only in a very affordable class.
Just as appealing is the fact that the SAME kart can be raced by a man and a youngster on the SAME DAY, making it very economical for the whole family to enjoy the thrill of racing without the investment of multiple cars.
If you've been wanting to try your hand at driving, or you're looking for something afforable to get your competitive speed fix, stop on by the new site and see what Wyalusing Valley Motorsports Park has to offer!
http://www.wvmpracing.com
Sunday, December 16, 2007
2007 Awards Poll For Speedway Entertainment
On the left you will find the poll posted from the Speedway Entertainment News page from their site.
Being Speedway Entertainment decided to have outside representatives do the voting on this award poll. We have decided to post the poll for everyone to vote for who they think should be the award winners. Keep in mind these votes will NOT count toward Speedway Entertainments counts.
Being Speedway Entertainment decided to have outside representatives do the voting on this award poll. We have decided to post the poll for everyone to vote for who they think should be the award winners. Keep in mind these votes will NOT count toward Speedway Entertainments counts.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
With a little over 2 months after the Atlantic City race, until the 2008 race season begins it may be time to schedule a day to have your new bodies and trailers lettered.
We realize most teams plan on running the indoor races and wish to hold off on the installation of your new bodies until after AC.
We are offering a discounted rate for slingshots as well as multi car rates that are scheduled between December 14, 2007 and January 1, 2008. These discounted rates will be honored after the scheduled indoor races as long as they are scheduled between the dates listed above.
We also offer a pickup and delivery service. Call the number on the card above for more information.
Saturday, December 8, 2007
Hamlin 2007 - Regulars Slingshots - Trip down Memory Lane! Wks 1,2,3
Hamlin Speedway 2007 - Weeks 1,2, & 3 revisited!
Draft and review by Denise L Smith
Weeks 1 and 2 allowed the #357 of Marc .Iceman. Daniels to bag 2 quick victories against the best slingshot competition in the Northeast! Daniels came out of the box lean and mean! Beginning to materialize was the top point runners, the crème rising to the top, of the #23b of Billy VanInwegen Jr. - the 2006-track champion, the #42 of 'Nitro' Nick Pecko - the 2006 National slingshot champion who wins week #3 and eventually becomes one of the top 3 contenders for the season title! Nowhere in site of the top 5 is
the #23 of Shannon Smith who eventually climbs her way up in points by seasons end. Early season top runner of the #1 Billy Weaver shows savvy with 3 top 5s in 3 weeks but falls absent mid-season. Also take notice of the part time competitors of Ryan Smith and Steven Intravaia who are national champions and visiting Hamlin for limited events. Also . another driver missing from the top ten, 2 of 3 weeks, is the #555 of Dale Kober but 2 rookies in the Regular slingshot division make the top 10 - #55r Ryan Wood, the 2006 . Junior track champion and #23c of Billy Clark, coming out of the go-kart ranks! Note the consistency of #14t Jeff Cosgrove . finishing 7th each week. And finally . a major kudos to Mr. V for the outstanding sportsmanship and camaraderie demonstrated (Mr. V comments in week #3) when your feature win was snatched away by the 2006 National Champion on the white flag lap!
And it's just the beginning of a fantastic season! Enjoy!
As each chapter comes together . I am asking for input from the top 5 feature finishers. I received input from the 'Iceman' and from 'Broadway' Bill! Please provide input if possible!
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Week#1 - April 21st: Bringing back the 270cc Micro Sprints in conjunction with the always-exciting Slingshots made the Hamlin Speedway season opener a brilliant success!
The Regular Slingshots brought a field of 29 cars to battle for the first checkered of 2007! It was a chilly spring day that allowed the .Iceman. to prove his ways! The #357 of Marc Daniels piloted his slingshot to
win the 25-lap feature and the first checkers of 2007! Marc started 5th and worked his way to the lead by
lap 10, never to be challenged. Coming from the 8th starting spot to bring home second was the defending
2006 Hamlin Speedway champion #23b Billy VanInwegen Jr., the #42 of .Nitro. Nick Pecko weathered
the challenge of the #551 of Ryan Smith to finish 3rd and Smith 4th. Recovering from an early spin the #1
of Billy Weaver came home in 5th. The heat winners were #14t Jeff Cosgrove, #10 Mark Gilmore, & #42
Nick Pecko. The B-Main winner was the #40 Rich Curtis.
Week #1 . Feature Finish:
1st: #357 Marc Daniels, 2nd: #23b Billy VanInwegen Jr., 3rd: #42 Nick Pecko, 4th: #551 Ryan Smith, 5th-#1 Bill Weaver, 6th-#1r Kyle Rohner, 7th-#14t Jeff Cosgrove, 8th-#555 Dale Kober, 9th-#55r Ryan Wood, 10th-#23c Billy Clark, 11th-#23 Shannon Smith, 12th-#14 Joey Funk III, 13th-#10 Mark Gilmore, 14th-#40 Rich Curtis, 15th-#04 Bill VanInwegen, 16th: #33y Steve Yankowski, 17th: #36 Kenny Schnatter, 18th: #64x Paul Lotier, 19th: #38 Mike Dougherty, 20th: #41 John Critelli, 21st: #12 Adam Brown, 22nd: #89 Peter Patchoski, 23rd: #51j Jake Smith, 24th: #54 Joe Malson
Victory circle interview - #357 Daniels: It was awesome to win the season opener against the best drivers
in this division! To start the season with 2 wins . Linda.s & Hamlin . WOW! If anyone had told me going
into the season that I was going to win the first 2 races I would compete in, against full fields I would have
told you, your nuts! Track was tacky and perfect. To get a win at Hamlin means a lot to me. Hopefully
we can do it again next week.
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Jim Young Photo #1: Regular Slingshot Feature
Winner Weeks 1 & 2 - #357 Marc Daniels!
Jim Young Photo #2: #14t of Jeff Cosgrove leading the #55 of Ryan Smith & #1R of Kyle Rohner! #14t Cosgrove was .Mr. Consistency. with 3- 7th place finishes in all 3 weeks!
Week #2: April 28, 2007 . As much as the weather was threatening the racing was even better! The hit and miss raindrops made the track conditions a perfect night for dirt track racing!
A strong field of 26 Regular slingshots came to battle on a rainy, chilly night in April! But again . the 'Iceman' Marc Daniels dominated from the outside pole to the lead by lap 10 with a rain-shortened feature of 16 laps. The #357 of Daniels went to Victory Circle winning his 3rd in a row! Bringing home a well-earned 2nd place was the #1 Billy .the Dream. Weaver, with the 3rd spot going to the #23 of Billy V Jr, 4th to the #41 John Critelli, and 5th to #42 Nick Pecko. .Nitro. Nick Pecko earned the Hard-Charger award coming from the 17th starting position! The heat winners were the #1R of Kyle Rohner, #357 of Marc Daniels, and #555 of Dale Kober.
Week #2 . Feature Finish:
1st: #357 Marc Daniels, 2nd: #1 Billy Weaver, 3rd: #23b Billy VanInwegen, 4th: #41 John Critelli, 5th: #42 Nick Pecko, 6th: #18a Jake Smith, 7th: #14t Jeff Cosgrove, 8th: #36 Kenny Schnatter, 9th: #551 Simon Egan, 10th: #97 Gary Berkenstock, 11th: #14 Joey Funk III, 12th: #33Y Steve Yankowski, 13th: #1R Kyle Rohner, 14th: #38 Mike Dougherty, 15th: #23 Shannon Smith, 16th: #23c Bill Clark, 17th: #55r Ryan Wood, 18th: #555 Dale Kober, 19th: #20 Kevin VanValkenburg, 20th: #89 Peter Patchoski, 21st: #40 Rich Curtis, 22nd: #920 Chad Winowich, 23rd: #10 Mark Gilmore, 24th: #04 Bill VanInwegen Sr., 25th: #32 Steven VanValkenburg, 26th: #88d Darryl Deemer
Victory circle interview - #357 Daniels: Wow! This is awesome. Would have never believed that I was going to win 4 races in a row, in 2 weeks, Linda.s and Hamlin! Unbelievable! Which track should I go for the championship title at? It.s still early, and it.s going to be a lot of work, but as long as I keep running like this and winning maybe I.ll be running both tracks for the titles.
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Week #3: May 5, 2007 . A chilly spring night produces some hot racing at Hamlin Speedway! With a total slingshot count of 63 cars . the night was bound to be a blast!
With a total of 31 Regular slingshots in competition . the 2006 National Slingshot Champion and Hamlin
regular . the #42 of .Nitro. Nick Pecko took advantage of a yellow flag, a caution thrown for a disabled
car . to capture the win!
With a solid lead - the #04 of Bill VanInwegen Sr. was forced to slow for a caution for the #57 of Luke Schostkewitz as he slowed on the speedway. In the meantime, coming from the 14th starting position . the
#42 of 'Nitro' Nick Pecko lined up in the 2nd position, with only a green-white-checkered flag to finish,
poised to challenge the #04 of Bill V Sr, the race leader for the win! On the restart . Pecko closed the gap, made a perfect pass, and took the lead on the white flag lap over .Broadway. Bill V Sr! .Nitro. took the checkered to victory circle and earned the Hard Charger Award for the second straight week! The #04 .Broadway. Bill VanInwegen Sr. brought home 2nd, with the #1 of Billy .the Dream. Weaver in 3rd,
the #21 of Steven Intravaia 4th, and the #357 the .Iceman. Marc Daniels in 5th. The heat winners were the
#33y of Steve Yankowski, #04 Bill V Sr., and the #1 of Billy Weaver. The B-Main event was won by the
#14 of Joey Funk III.
Week #3 - Feature Finish:
1st: #42 Nick Pecko, 2nd: #04 Bill VanInwegen, 3rd: #1 Bill Weaver, 4th: #21 Steve Intravaia, 5th: #357 Marc Daniels, 6th: #23b Billy VanInwegen, 7th: #14t Jeff Cosgrove, 8th: #14 Joey Funk III , 9/10th: #551 Simon Egan, 9/10th: #1r Kyle Rohner, 11th: #38 Mike Dougherty, 12th: #21a Anthony Perrego, 13th: #555 Dale Kober, 14th: #55r Ryan Wood, 15th: #40 Rich Curtis, 16th: #33y Steve Yankowski, 17th: #20 Kevin VanValkenburg, 18th: #57 Luke Schostkewitz, 19th: #54 Joe Malson, 20th: #780 Rich Sanford, 21st: #23 Shannon Smith, 22nd: #12 Adam Brown, 23rd: #23c Billy Clark, 24th: #18a Jake Smith
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From #04 .Broadway. Bill V Sr - 2nd place finisher:
I remember leading the race and seeing the #57 of "Leadfoot Luke" heading slowly toward the pit gate. I
was hoping he would get off the track but he didn’t. The caution flew " Oh Crap!! " I thought. Then on
the restart with two to go... I felt the 2nd place car pushing me down the backstretch. I knew this was NOT
GOOD! I pushed up in turn 3 and saw the blue #42 slide by me to the inside. I was on the wrong side of a
perfect pass by Nitro Nick.
2nd place was good ... Its always fun to run up front. Plus... I finished ahead of #23b so that gave me
bragging rights for the week at home. Bill V sr.
From #357 Marc Daniels . 5th place finisher:
Well its not a win, but a top 5 is nothing to hang our heads low about. We.ll get them next week.
Congrats to Nick on a great performance. Time for a water celebration!
Jim Young Photo #3: Regular Slingshot Feature Winner - Week #3 - #42 'Nitro' Nick Pecko!
Great Show by all! Mr. V was on the wrong side of a perfect pass (Mr. V quote)! 
Thursday, December 6, 2007
It's Time To Change The Pictures
Rolling through to complete the 7th lap (week) since the green flag (launch) of this site we would like to make some changes on our picture link. If you would like a particular picture to be published on our site we invite you to send us your pics. Action shots, victory lane celebrations, wrecks, etc. We have received some pics and we will publish them when we have enough to make another slide show.
Go to the picture link and follow the directions in the heading or send pics to marc4jr88@aol.com
Go to the picture link and follow the directions in the heading or send pics to marc4jr88@aol.com
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Kutztown Speedway 2008
Danny Sammons, Kerry Meitzler Return To Promote Kutztown In 2008 KUTZTOWN, PA -
The promotional team of Danny Sammons and Kerry Meitzler will return to the Fairgrounds at Kutztown Speedway in 2008. The duo reached an agreement recently after a successful first season working together at the Kutztown, Pa., fairgrounds oval in '07.
Once again, Sammons and Meitzler will present three-division programs of 600cc Micro-Sprints, 270cc Micro-Sprints and Slingshots through the summer months at the one-fifth-mile clay oval.
A tentative 2008 Opening Day is slated for Wed., May 14.
All racing will be contested on Wednesdays next season, with the exception of the annual Kutztown Fair Races, run on back-to-back nights in August. Dates will be firmed in the coming weeks. "Last year was both a learning experience and a positive one at the same time," said Sammons, reflecting on the '07 season, in which Jason Van Doren (600cc Micro-Sprint), Jeff Hartman (270cc Micro-Sprint) and Shannon Smith (Slingshot) were crowned track champions.
"I was extremely happy with the way the show ran, and - because of that - plan to focus more of my efforts in 2008 on making the show entertaining and enjoyable for the fans." In '07, Sammons and Meitzler drew praise for running quick, efficient shows. Often, the entire program was completed in full by 9:30 p.m., sending fans and racers home early on a work-night. Because of the quick shows last year, there will be a change in the starting times for '08. Warm-ups will be moved back to 6:45 p.m. (from 6:30 p.m.) and racing will start at 7:15 p.m., instead of 7 p.m. This will allow traveling teams some extra time to get to the track.
Special events will also be incorporated into the '08 schedule. Sammons noted that the XCel 600 Modifieds have expressed interest in competing at Kutztown again next season. He would also like to hear from Jr. Micro and Slingshot racers to gauge interest in possible events. For further information on Kutztown's '08 season - or to sponsor an event or division at the family-oriented facility - contact Danny Sammons by phone at: (609) 888-3618 or via e-mail at: danny@aarn.com. On the web: http://www.kutztownfairspeedway.com./
Courtesy of http://www.keystonemicrosprints.com/forum/
The promotional team of Danny Sammons and Kerry Meitzler will return to the Fairgrounds at Kutztown Speedway in 2008. The duo reached an agreement recently after a successful first season working together at the Kutztown, Pa., fairgrounds oval in '07.
Once again, Sammons and Meitzler will present three-division programs of 600cc Micro-Sprints, 270cc Micro-Sprints and Slingshots through the summer months at the one-fifth-mile clay oval.
A tentative 2008 Opening Day is slated for Wed., May 14.
All racing will be contested on Wednesdays next season, with the exception of the annual Kutztown Fair Races, run on back-to-back nights in August. Dates will be firmed in the coming weeks. "Last year was both a learning experience and a positive one at the same time," said Sammons, reflecting on the '07 season, in which Jason Van Doren (600cc Micro-Sprint), Jeff Hartman (270cc Micro-Sprint) and Shannon Smith (Slingshot) were crowned track champions.
"I was extremely happy with the way the show ran, and - because of that - plan to focus more of my efforts in 2008 on making the show entertaining and enjoyable for the fans." In '07, Sammons and Meitzler drew praise for running quick, efficient shows. Often, the entire program was completed in full by 9:30 p.m., sending fans and racers home early on a work-night. Because of the quick shows last year, there will be a change in the starting times for '08. Warm-ups will be moved back to 6:45 p.m. (from 6:30 p.m.) and racing will start at 7:15 p.m., instead of 7 p.m. This will allow traveling teams some extra time to get to the track.
Special events will also be incorporated into the '08 schedule. Sammons noted that the XCel 600 Modifieds have expressed interest in competing at Kutztown again next season. He would also like to hear from Jr. Micro and Slingshot racers to gauge interest in possible events. For further information on Kutztown's '08 season - or to sponsor an event or division at the family-oriented facility - contact Danny Sammons by phone at: (609) 888-3618 or via e-mail at: danny@aarn.com. On the web: http://www.kutztownfairspeedway.com./
Courtesy of http://www.keystonemicrosprints.com/forum/
Saturday, December 1, 2007
Lindas Speedway Announces Opening Day
Opening day will be set for April 4th 2008.
With Easter falling the way it does, we will be pushing back the practice day and the opening day. Speaking of the practice day, We will give everyone their first shot at the 1/4mile of March 30th.
With Easter falling the way it does, we will be pushing back the practice day and the opening day. Speaking of the practice day, We will give everyone their first shot at the 1/4mile of March 30th.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Accord Possible Venue in 2008
Talks of Accord becoming a weekly venue in 2008.
Gary Palmer,Tommy Perrego and other local drivers have agreed to a Wednesday night summer schedule for 2008. At least 12 events have been scheduled with a starting date of June 4th and ending August 27th. A season point fund is being established and any outside Weds. night Tour races will see the Slingshots racing at Accord for no points.
Gary Palmer,Tommy Perrego and other local drivers have agreed to a Wednesday night summer schedule for 2008. At least 12 events have been scheduled with a starting date of June 4th and ending August 27th. A season point fund is being established and any outside Weds. night Tour races will see the Slingshots racing at Accord for no points.
Monday, November 26, 2007
Take It Or Leave It.
Tips on saving GAS! Any kind of advice is worth listening to!
Subject: tips on saving GAS
TIPS ON PUMPING GAS (Good information)
I don't know what you guys are paying for gasoline.... but here in California we are also paying higher, up to $3.50 per gallon. But my line of work is in petroleum for about 31 years now, so here are some tricks to get more of your money's worth for every gallon..
Here at the Kinder Morgan Pipeline in San Jose, CA we deliver about 4 million gallons in a 24-hour period thru the pipeline. One day is diesel the next day is jet fuel, and gasoline, regular and premium grades. We have 34-storage tanks here with a total capacity of 16,800,000 gallons.
Only buy or fill up your car or truck in the early morning when the ground temperature is still cold. Remember that all service stations have their storage tanks buried below ground. The colder the ground the more dense the gasoline, when it gets warmer gasoline expands, so buying in the afternoon or in the evening....your gallon is not exactly a gallon. In the petroleum business, the specific gravity and the temperature of the gasoline, diesel and jet fuel, ethanol and other petroleum products plays an important role.
A 1-degree rise in temperature is a big deal for this business. But the service stations do not have temperature compensation at the pumps.
When you're filling up do not squeeze the trigger of the nozzle to a fast mode. If you look you will see that the trigger has three (3) stages: low, middle, and high. In slow mode you should be pumping on low speed, thereby minimizing the vapors that are created while you are pumping. All hoses at the pump have a vapor return. If you are pumping on the fast rate, some of the liquid that goes to your tank becomes vapor. Those vapors are being sucked up and back into the underground storage tank so you're getting less worth for your money.
One of the most important tips is to fill up when your gas tank is HALF FULL or HALF EMPTY. The reason for this is, the more gas you have in your tank the less air occupying its empty space. Gasoline evaporates faster than you can imagine. Gasoline storage tanks have an internal floating roof. This roof serves as zero clearance between the gas and the atmosphere, so it minimizes the evaporation. Unlike service stations, here where I work, every truck that we load is temperature compensated so that every gallon is actually the exact amount.
Another reminder, if there is a gasoline truck pumping into the storage tanks when you stop to buy gas, DO NOT fill up--most likely the gasoline is being stirred up as the gas is being delivered, and you might pick up some of the dirt that normally settles on the bottom.
Hope this will help you get the most value for your money.
DO SHARE THESE TIPS WITH OTHERS!
Subject: tips on saving GAS
TIPS ON PUMPING GAS (Good information)
I don't know what you guys are paying for gasoline.... but here in California we are also paying higher, up to $3.50 per gallon. But my line of work is in petroleum for about 31 years now, so here are some tricks to get more of your money's worth for every gallon..
Here at the Kinder Morgan Pipeline in San Jose, CA we deliver about 4 million gallons in a 24-hour period thru the pipeline. One day is diesel the next day is jet fuel, and gasoline, regular and premium grades. We have 34-storage tanks here with a total capacity of 16,800,000 gallons.
Only buy or fill up your car or truck in the early morning when the ground temperature is still cold. Remember that all service stations have their storage tanks buried below ground. The colder the ground the more dense the gasoline, when it gets warmer gasoline expands, so buying in the afternoon or in the evening....your gallon is not exactly a gallon. In the petroleum business, the specific gravity and the temperature of the gasoline, diesel and jet fuel, ethanol and other petroleum products plays an important role.
A 1-degree rise in temperature is a big deal for this business. But the service stations do not have temperature compensation at the pumps.
When you're filling up do not squeeze the trigger of the nozzle to a fast mode. If you look you will see that the trigger has three (3) stages: low, middle, and high. In slow mode you should be pumping on low speed, thereby minimizing the vapors that are created while you are pumping. All hoses at the pump have a vapor return. If you are pumping on the fast rate, some of the liquid that goes to your tank becomes vapor. Those vapors are being sucked up and back into the underground storage tank so you're getting less worth for your money.
One of the most important tips is to fill up when your gas tank is HALF FULL or HALF EMPTY. The reason for this is, the more gas you have in your tank the less air occupying its empty space. Gasoline evaporates faster than you can imagine. Gasoline storage tanks have an internal floating roof. This roof serves as zero clearance between the gas and the atmosphere, so it minimizes the evaporation. Unlike service stations, here where I work, every truck that we load is temperature compensated so that every gallon is actually the exact amount.
Another reminder, if there is a gasoline truck pumping into the storage tanks when you stop to buy gas, DO NOT fill up--most likely the gasoline is being stirred up as the gas is being delivered, and you might pick up some of the dirt that normally settles on the bottom.
Hope this will help you get the most value for your money.
DO SHARE THESE TIPS WITH OTHERS!
Friday, November 23, 2007
REMINDER!!!
The December 1st deadline for registration for racing Atlantic City is fast approaching. After December 1st the entry fee will go up to $80.00. As of now there are 13 cars officially registered. If you sent in your registration and you are not listed on the aarn.com entry list, it is suggested you contact the promoters to see if your entry was received.
Entry lists can be viewed on http://www.aarn.com/, by scrolling down to the bottom of the home page and clicking the ACIR link to the left. Contact information will also be available, and a registration form can be printed from this site.
Entry lists can be viewed on http://www.aarn.com/, by scrolling down to the bottom of the home page and clicking the ACIR link to the left. Contact information will also be available, and a registration form can be printed from this site.
Thursday, November 22, 2007
Happy Thanksgiving!!
Strictly Slingshots would like to wish a Happy Thanksgiving
to all of our guests that visit our site.
Another racing season has ended and officially marked in the books for 2007! The holidays are coming, lots of shopping (the fun stuff!) and the weather is getting colder!
This coming Friday 11/23/07 "Black Friday" marks our 11th anniversary in business and indoor racing!
To celebrate the occasion - S&S will be opening AT 12:00 NOON! It will be a "Ride All Day" for $35 from 12-5pm; and then "Ride All Night" for $35 again until 10pm!
If you have had enough turkey and don't want to go shopping - come to S&S Speedways to go indoor racing instead!!
Check it out at: www.SSSpeedways.com Denise L Smith www.HamlinSpeedway.com
to all of our guests that visit our site.
Another racing season has ended and officially marked in the books for 2007! The holidays are coming, lots of shopping (the fun stuff!) and the weather is getting colder!
This coming Friday 11/23/07 "Black Friday" marks our 11th anniversary in business and indoor racing!
To celebrate the occasion - S&S will be opening AT 12:00 NOON! It will be a "Ride All Day" for $35 from 12-5pm; and then "Ride All Night" for $35 again until 10pm!
If you have had enough turkey and don't want to go shopping - come to S&S Speedways to go indoor racing instead!!
Check it out at: www.SSSpeedways.com Denise L Smith www.HamlinSpeedway.com
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Upcoming 2008 Race Season
Drivers / Teams:
Being it is the off season and news is going to be slim to none.
How about keeping the slingshot division up to date on your plans for the 2008 season.
<---Visit the picture link to the left, then click on the (here) link to send information.
Or post a comment by using the link provided below this article.
This is a great way to promote your team.
Being it is the off season and news is going to be slim to none.
How about keeping the slingshot division up to date on your plans for the 2008 season.
<---Visit the picture link to the left, then click on the (here) link to send information.
Or post a comment by using the link provided below this article.
This is a great way to promote your team.
Monday, November 19, 2007
Lindas Speedway Banquet
The Lindas Speedway Awards Banquet will be February 23, 2008. Which will be held at the Holiday Inn Grantville, PA.
Doors Open at 6 P.M. - Dinner at 7 P.M.
Tickets are available for $35.00 per ticket.
Assigned seating only.
A requested reserved table for a group must have 8 to 10 guests.
The speedway has mailed ticket ordering information to participating teams.
Unlike years past, if a driver is NOT listed as purchasing a ticket, their award
will NOT be ordered.
The speedway is asking that all ticket reservations be returned to the speedway
by January 25, 2008.
Checks to be made payable to Lindas Speedway and returned to:
Lindas Speedway
200 Silvertown Rd.
Jonestown, PA 17038
For more information or to request ticket reservation forms call the
speedway at (717) 865-5330.
Doors Open at 6 P.M. - Dinner at 7 P.M.
Tickets are available for $35.00 per ticket.
Assigned seating only.
A requested reserved table for a group must have 8 to 10 guests.
The speedway has mailed ticket ordering information to participating teams.
Unlike years past, if a driver is NOT listed as purchasing a ticket, their award
will NOT be ordered.
The speedway is asking that all ticket reservations be returned to the speedway
by January 25, 2008.
Checks to be made payable to Lindas Speedway and returned to:
Lindas Speedway
200 Silvertown Rd.
Jonestown, PA 17038
For more information or to request ticket reservation forms call the
speedway at (717) 865-5330.
Monday, November 12, 2007
2008 Rules Update
A few rule changes for 2008.
Minimum Weight Limit Has Been Raised to 760lbs.
New RR Air Pressures
*12 lbs. air in RR for 790 lbs. and over.
*18 lbs. now needed in RR for anyone running 760lbs to 789lbs
Junior RR tire pressure will remain at 15 lbs.
Valve Springs can be used in RR shock for added stability and to prevent rollover
in Atlantic City.
Only 1 valve per wheel.
Tires must be purchased from an Authorized Slingshot Dealer. Tire stampings will be checked as well as a possible new stamp being used.
No welded reinforcement on ANY wheel.
Carb. must remain stock appearing. NO material can be removed or added.
Intake manifold can be ground and polished to 5/8" above and below the carb. manifold spacer for 2008 instead of 1/2" previously ruled.
All casting marks must be visible and untouched
Juniors must run a 1 bbl. carb with .526 bore and no air flow modifications.
Minimum Weight Limit Has Been Raised to 760lbs.
New RR Air Pressures
*12 lbs. air in RR for 790 lbs. and over.
*18 lbs. now needed in RR for anyone running 760lbs to 789lbs
Junior RR tire pressure will remain at 15 lbs.
Valve Springs can be used in RR shock for added stability and to prevent rollover
in Atlantic City.
Only 1 valve per wheel.
Tires must be purchased from an Authorized Slingshot Dealer. Tire stampings will be checked as well as a possible new stamp being used.
No welded reinforcement on ANY wheel.
Carb. must remain stock appearing. NO material can be removed or added.
Intake manifold can be ground and polished to 5/8" above and below the carb. manifold spacer for 2008 instead of 1/2" previously ruled.
All casting marks must be visible and untouched
Juniors must run a 1 bbl. carb with .526 bore and no air flow modifications.
Hamlin Speedway Banquet
Saturday Novemeber 10th was another great night for Hamlin Speedway competitors, friends and families to remember, as promoters Denise and Randy Smith again showed their appreciation to all 2007 teams and staff members by hosting another awesome banquet for all to enjoy. With over 230 people in attendance enjoying a excellent dinner, desert and drinks while anticipating the awards ceremony, the atmosphere of being together as 1 big family was an excellent way of ending the 2007 race season and a good start to the 2008 season.
The attention to detail in the planning of this event proved their hard work and dedication over the course of the race season wasn't going to end at the track. Their motto " You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet " seems to fit quite well and shows the determination of making racing at Hamlin Speedway even more enjoyable in the future.
Hamlin Speedways point fund program proved, again this is the place to race. Awards handed out over the course of the ceremony seemed to put a smile on every recipients face as we were greeted by both Denise and Randy Smith. Well planned one of a kind specialty awards were given to drivers in the top 5 points as an addition to their anticipated awards. The top 10 drivers in all the divisions were recognized and awards were presented accordingly.
Jim Young was on hand to capture the moment with his excellent photography skills. DJ Pete Knappenberger provided the entertainment. Special appearances by Mike Feltenberger our division promoter and Ronnie our engine builder made this evening complete.
Excellent job Hamlin Speedway promoters Denise and Randy Smith - Thank You!!
The attention to detail in the planning of this event proved their hard work and dedication over the course of the race season wasn't going to end at the track. Their motto " You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet " seems to fit quite well and shows the determination of making racing at Hamlin Speedway even more enjoyable in the future.
Hamlin Speedways point fund program proved, again this is the place to race. Awards handed out over the course of the ceremony seemed to put a smile on every recipients face as we were greeted by both Denise and Randy Smith. Well planned one of a kind specialty awards were given to drivers in the top 5 points as an addition to their anticipated awards. The top 10 drivers in all the divisions were recognized and awards were presented accordingly.
Jim Young was on hand to capture the moment with his excellent photography skills. DJ Pete Knappenberger provided the entertainment. Special appearances by Mike Feltenberger our division promoter and Ronnie our engine builder made this evening complete.
Excellent job Hamlin Speedway promoters Denise and Randy Smith - Thank You!!
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Atlantic City 2008 in Jeopardy
I was informed last night from a source close to the Sammons family, the slingshot race scheduled in 2008 may be in jeopardy of losing its scheduled venue.
As of last night there are only 5 teams registered. With less than 3 weeks left for the initial deadline the Sammons family may decide to add to the TQ Midget venue and cancel the slingshots if more entries are not received to fill the field by December 1st.
The Sammons family have received overwhelming registrations for the TQ Midgets as of late and are getting more everyday. If you had planned a weekend of racing in 2008 at Atlantic City I suggest you get your paid entries mailed as soon as possible. This may be a major factor in any decisions by the Sammons family for the slingshot division being a part of this venue in the future.
As of last night there are only 5 teams registered. With less than 3 weeks left for the initial deadline the Sammons family may decide to add to the TQ Midget venue and cancel the slingshots if more entries are not received to fill the field by December 1st.
The Sammons family have received overwhelming registrations for the TQ Midgets as of late and are getting more everyday. If you had planned a weekend of racing in 2008 at Atlantic City I suggest you get your paid entries mailed as soon as possible. This may be a major factor in any decisions by the Sammons family for the slingshot division being a part of this venue in the future.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Monday, November 5, 2007
Oakland Valley Novemberfest
Oakland Valley Dirt Oval hosted the Novemberfest this past weekend. The results are as follows. Congrats to the winners.
FEATURE 1 WINNER KAYLA SMYKLA(25)
FEATURE 2 WINNER BILLY VANINWEGEN(23B)
FEATURE 3 WINNER BILLY VANINWEGEN(23B)
Juniors
FEATURE 1 WINNER JOSEPH KATA III(10)
FEATURE 2 WINNER KENNEY JOHNSON(46)
FEATURE 3 WINNER BRITTANY TRESCH(2)
FEATURE 1 WINNER KAYLA SMYKLA(25)
FEATURE 2 WINNER BILLY VANINWEGEN(23B)
FEATURE 3 WINNER BILLY VANINWEGEN(23B)
Juniors
FEATURE 1 WINNER JOSEPH KATA III(10)
FEATURE 2 WINNER KENNEY JOHNSON(46)
FEATURE 3 WINNER BRITTANY TRESCH(2)
Hamlin Banquet This Saturday Nov. 10th
Hamlin Speedway Banquet
Saturday November 10, 2007 Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville, PA Doors open at 5pm, Buffet at 6pm, awards ceramony immediately following dinner. Door prizes and raffles. DJ and dancing until 11pm. Miller Light provided otherwise cash bar. $42 per person Deadline: Friday October 26th. I must have a head count for the buffet. If interested - please email: speeddls@ptd.net. If you signed up but have not received your tickets - you must send payment and I will return mail your tickets. See you at Camelback Ski Area!
Saturday November 10, 2007 Camelback Ski Area, Tannersville, PA Doors open at 5pm, Buffet at 6pm, awards ceramony immediately following dinner. Door prizes and raffles. DJ and dancing until 11pm. Miller Light provided otherwise cash bar. $42 per person Deadline: Friday October 26th. I must have a head count for the buffet. If interested - please email: speeddls@ptd.net. If you signed up but have not received your tickets - you must send payment and I will return mail your tickets. See you at Camelback Ski Area!
Saturday, November 3, 2007
A Heads Up With Tech in the Division
Lately many teams have questioned the lack of tech inspection at the tracks and during many of the big races. Though tech inspection is quite time consuming the majority of the teams running expect it to be performed weekly. It is the responsibility of track promoters as well as the division founder to authorize certain individuals that are NOT partial to any one team to perform inspections. All inspections should be performed with a non partial witness present as it was at Kutztown in 2007 to insure teams partiality wasn't an issue.
Air pressures should be policed with a non partial witness before every heat and feature event, as it was at Kutztown this past year. Staggar and rear grip are the most important elements in our division to run consistent. Having a durometer on hand to check tire hardness is another good way to keep the field even, reason being there are alot of different softeners and preps out there.
Most teams think that carburetors are where they are getting out performed. Most of the tech inspections performed the carburetors are the first thing checked, therefore nobody seems to tamper with them. Grinding of the intake elbows you are allowed 1/2" into the port. Many teams place blame of deeper grinding to point of purchase. It is the responsibility of the customer to inspect and gauge before purchase. A simple "T" shaped gauge cut to 1/2" on all ends can be used to measure the depth. Same goes with the intake manifold. Polishing of the manifold is a proven disadvantage reason being the fuel and air mixture can not "atomize" and mix properly before entering the combustion chamber or cylinder head.
Shocks are a big issue and without proper inspection other than checking to see if the 1551 or 1551.5 stamp is present teams can get away with tampering with these shocks. The shock needs to be thoroughly inspected to see if the heims have been cut off to re valve the internal components and re welded and painted.
Springs are another major component in grip and chassis transfer. With many companies out there with the ability to produce different weight springs, it seems easy to have someone customize a spring. It wouldn't be hard to purchase a spring rate compressor to have during tech inspections or a micrometer to gauge the thickness of the coils. There are 3 springs that are legal in the division. #60, #80 and #100 all of which must be purchased from Speedway Entertainment. If Speedway Entertainment had the time to check the spring rate of the product they sell due to variation from the factory, it would be checked. Therefore without proper stamping to label springs with "Speedway Entertainment" to insure they were purchased legally this area cannot be policed the way it should.
Rear panard bars are a big issue. There are different size panard bars to adjust rear wheel setups. Some teams go as far as cutting these bars to fit their setups. The first slingshots available came with 12 3/8 " to 14 1/2" bars. 12 3/8" bars are legal, but anything shorter is and will be illegal.
Modifications to a Speedway Entertainment supplied part or engine is deemed illegal. As of late most teams spend countless hours and money going to dynometers to measure horsepower as well as to tune to gain more, to keep up with " the faster teams". As far as I am concerned the bar has been raised with the monetary expenses due to teams feeling the need to spend money to win races. Technically this division was created to keep the costs down and make it affordable for teams to have fun and race as well as to showcase driving and set up ability. It doesn't take a genius to figure out if you grind the rocker arms down you will gain an advantage, therefore this is a modification and should not be allowed.
Shimming of valve springs also creates an advantage to help alleviate "floating" therefore you can run gearing that the teams that aren't mechanically inclined or cant afford to risk coil bind and blowing a motor cannot, to help get the car off the corners. Everybody is in it to win it so to speak but it seems as with all of racing the more money you seem to spend the better chance of victory.
Frequent fuel tests should be a major part of tech inspections. There are many teams that feel the need to use top end lubes as well as the so called "fuel fragrance" to gain an advantage. A simple water test can prove whether or not a substance was used. Most top end lubes leave a residue in the tank for weeks after the substance is supposedly burned off. Therefore at any given time the fuel test can detect an illegal substance whether it has been used the night of the inspection or weeks prior.
Modifying the front axles by cutting off the ends and re positioning to create caster is illegal. A simple inspection as well as a protractor device can and should be used to detect such modifications. Grant it some contact damage may change the caster but in most circumstances it will be on one single end of the axle.
It is the driver and teams responsibility to scale their car every week before the main venues at any given track to insure themselves the car(s) make weight. All tracks scales are different and vary from class to class due to excessive use by other divisions as well as conditions of the track surface ( muddy ) and surrounding areas of the scales. Most tracks allow a car to be weighed a maximum of 3 times if legal weight isn't presently achieved.
Air pressure relief valves on valve stems to release air build up should be illegal. In most circumstances this is a huge advantage that is available if you have the knowledge they are available.
The use of "tornadoes" or other air flow improving products in the air filters are another huge advantage and are illegal. But in past conversations with some teams they have been used. This would be a costly mistake. These devices are expensive and can be seized, as well as can change the air fuel mixture therefore hindering engine performance or causing engine failure or head gasket problems.
Engine boring to gain horsepower has become a big issue in the slingshot division, and is a huge advantage. Some teams cannot afford to have their engines bored, therefore they are at an disadvantage. I personally feel the weight limit should be adjusted to accommodate this advantage. Easily being policed by engine seal numbers showing bore and/or tagged or color coded heads. The existing motors in competition can be easily policed pre race and recorded by removing the valley plate and looking for the stamp.
As of now there will be roving "authorized tech officials" traveling from track to track weekly next year. Tech will performed in an excessive manner. Any and all modifications in question will result in the surrendering of part(s), loss of points accumulated as well as all money earned. Engine seizures will play a big role in the division next year. If you are asked to supply an engine in question keep in mind it does NOT mean you are being accused of cheating. You have to look at this as a way of proving to other competitors that you are indeed legal.
There should be in NO way an excuse for an illegal part on your car. It is the responsibility of the driver, and car owner to inspect their parts as well as newly purchased "used " cars for illegal modifications and/or parts. If a modification or part is questionable it is YOUR responsibility to contact an authorized tech official or Speedway Entertainment representative for advice before the car is registered for competition.
This article was not meant to accuse individuals by any means of cheating or deliberately making modifications to gain an advantage. It is meant to let the teams know that in the upcoming race season the roving tech officials will be inspecting in an excess of just weights and tires. Keep in mind Speedway Entertainment keeps engine records and seal numbers of ALL engines with the dates of last service. Therefore if engines have not been serviced for years and are still being used weekly the engine most likely will be requested after the venue. This division was created for showcasing driving skills. Grey areas are being addressed and will be appropriately handled by stating in future rulebooks to keep everyone on an even playing field.
Feel free to register by clicking on the link in the upper right hand corner of this page, then scrolling down to the end of this article and clicking the comment button to post ideas, feedback and comments.
Air pressures should be policed with a non partial witness before every heat and feature event, as it was at Kutztown this past year. Staggar and rear grip are the most important elements in our division to run consistent. Having a durometer on hand to check tire hardness is another good way to keep the field even, reason being there are alot of different softeners and preps out there.
Most teams think that carburetors are where they are getting out performed. Most of the tech inspections performed the carburetors are the first thing checked, therefore nobody seems to tamper with them. Grinding of the intake elbows you are allowed 1/2" into the port. Many teams place blame of deeper grinding to point of purchase. It is the responsibility of the customer to inspect and gauge before purchase. A simple "T" shaped gauge cut to 1/2" on all ends can be used to measure the depth. Same goes with the intake manifold. Polishing of the manifold is a proven disadvantage reason being the fuel and air mixture can not "atomize" and mix properly before entering the combustion chamber or cylinder head.
Shocks are a big issue and without proper inspection other than checking to see if the 1551 or 1551.5 stamp is present teams can get away with tampering with these shocks. The shock needs to be thoroughly inspected to see if the heims have been cut off to re valve the internal components and re welded and painted.
Springs are another major component in grip and chassis transfer. With many companies out there with the ability to produce different weight springs, it seems easy to have someone customize a spring. It wouldn't be hard to purchase a spring rate compressor to have during tech inspections or a micrometer to gauge the thickness of the coils. There are 3 springs that are legal in the division. #60, #80 and #100 all of which must be purchased from Speedway Entertainment. If Speedway Entertainment had the time to check the spring rate of the product they sell due to variation from the factory, it would be checked. Therefore without proper stamping to label springs with "Speedway Entertainment" to insure they were purchased legally this area cannot be policed the way it should.
Rear panard bars are a big issue. There are different size panard bars to adjust rear wheel setups. Some teams go as far as cutting these bars to fit their setups. The first slingshots available came with 12 3/8 " to 14 1/2" bars. 12 3/8" bars are legal, but anything shorter is and will be illegal.
Modifications to a Speedway Entertainment supplied part or engine is deemed illegal. As of late most teams spend countless hours and money going to dynometers to measure horsepower as well as to tune to gain more, to keep up with " the faster teams". As far as I am concerned the bar has been raised with the monetary expenses due to teams feeling the need to spend money to win races. Technically this division was created to keep the costs down and make it affordable for teams to have fun and race as well as to showcase driving and set up ability. It doesn't take a genius to figure out if you grind the rocker arms down you will gain an advantage, therefore this is a modification and should not be allowed.
Shimming of valve springs also creates an advantage to help alleviate "floating" therefore you can run gearing that the teams that aren't mechanically inclined or cant afford to risk coil bind and blowing a motor cannot, to help get the car off the corners. Everybody is in it to win it so to speak but it seems as with all of racing the more money you seem to spend the better chance of victory.
Frequent fuel tests should be a major part of tech inspections. There are many teams that feel the need to use top end lubes as well as the so called "fuel fragrance" to gain an advantage. A simple water test can prove whether or not a substance was used. Most top end lubes leave a residue in the tank for weeks after the substance is supposedly burned off. Therefore at any given time the fuel test can detect an illegal substance whether it has been used the night of the inspection or weeks prior.
Modifying the front axles by cutting off the ends and re positioning to create caster is illegal. A simple inspection as well as a protractor device can and should be used to detect such modifications. Grant it some contact damage may change the caster but in most circumstances it will be on one single end of the axle.
It is the driver and teams responsibility to scale their car every week before the main venues at any given track to insure themselves the car(s) make weight. All tracks scales are different and vary from class to class due to excessive use by other divisions as well as conditions of the track surface ( muddy ) and surrounding areas of the scales. Most tracks allow a car to be weighed a maximum of 3 times if legal weight isn't presently achieved.
Air pressure relief valves on valve stems to release air build up should be illegal. In most circumstances this is a huge advantage that is available if you have the knowledge they are available.
The use of "tornadoes" or other air flow improving products in the air filters are another huge advantage and are illegal. But in past conversations with some teams they have been used. This would be a costly mistake. These devices are expensive and can be seized, as well as can change the air fuel mixture therefore hindering engine performance or causing engine failure or head gasket problems.
Engine boring to gain horsepower has become a big issue in the slingshot division, and is a huge advantage. Some teams cannot afford to have their engines bored, therefore they are at an disadvantage. I personally feel the weight limit should be adjusted to accommodate this advantage. Easily being policed by engine seal numbers showing bore and/or tagged or color coded heads. The existing motors in competition can be easily policed pre race and recorded by removing the valley plate and looking for the stamp.
As of now there will be roving "authorized tech officials" traveling from track to track weekly next year. Tech will performed in an excessive manner. Any and all modifications in question will result in the surrendering of part(s), loss of points accumulated as well as all money earned. Engine seizures will play a big role in the division next year. If you are asked to supply an engine in question keep in mind it does NOT mean you are being accused of cheating. You have to look at this as a way of proving to other competitors that you are indeed legal.
There should be in NO way an excuse for an illegal part on your car. It is the responsibility of the driver, and car owner to inspect their parts as well as newly purchased "used " cars for illegal modifications and/or parts. If a modification or part is questionable it is YOUR responsibility to contact an authorized tech official or Speedway Entertainment representative for advice before the car is registered for competition.
This article was not meant to accuse individuals by any means of cheating or deliberately making modifications to gain an advantage. It is meant to let the teams know that in the upcoming race season the roving tech officials will be inspecting in an excess of just weights and tires. Keep in mind Speedway Entertainment keeps engine records and seal numbers of ALL engines with the dates of last service. Therefore if engines have not been serviced for years and are still being used weekly the engine most likely will be requested after the venue. This division was created for showcasing driving skills. Grey areas are being addressed and will be appropriately handled by stating in future rulebooks to keep everyone on an even playing field.
Feel free to register by clicking on the link in the upper right hand corner of this page, then scrolling down to the end of this article and clicking the comment button to post ideas, feedback and comments.
Thursday, November 1, 2007
Lindas Speedway Banquet
Lindas Speedway officially announced they will be having their banquet February 23, 2008. Invitations will be mailed around Christmas.
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Speedway Entertainment Has Announced They Will Have A Formal Awards Banquet.
Speedway Entertainment has finalized plans to have a formal awards banquet on February 2nd 2008, at the Grantville Holiday Inn. Anyone staying over should ask for the "Racers Banquet Rate" .Tickets are $40.00, which includes a buffet, soda, entertainment and the Awards Ceremony.
They will be giving out the following awards - Best Appearing Car, Most Improved Driver, Mechanic of the Year, Junior Driver of the Year, Best New Promotion, Promoter of the Year, Dealer of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Top 11 in National Points, Mid Atlantic recognitions, Empire Region as well as Weikel Warriors. Hometrack Challenge Awards as well as Speedweek Champion Award. There will be Hard Luck Awards for Junior and Senior Divisions.
There will be a cash bar. The banquet hours will be from 6pm to 11pm. Tickets can be purchased from Speedway Entertainment. Seating will be General Admission.
Business Casual attire required.
They will be giving out the following awards - Best Appearing Car, Most Improved Driver, Mechanic of the Year, Junior Driver of the Year, Best New Promotion, Promoter of the Year, Dealer of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Top 11 in National Points, Mid Atlantic recognitions, Empire Region as well as Weikel Warriors. Hometrack Challenge Awards as well as Speedweek Champion Award. There will be Hard Luck Awards for Junior and Senior Divisions.
There will be a cash bar. The banquet hours will be from 6pm to 11pm. Tickets can be purchased from Speedway Entertainment. Seating will be General Admission.
Business Casual attire required.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Hamlin Speedway Banquet ... Fast Approaching ...
| On Saturday November 10th - the 2007 Hamlin Speedway banquet will be held at Camelback Ski Area. The total headcount will be called in today for the buffet and seating. As of today - we will be having 28 tables with 8 per table of Hamlin competitors, families, and friends in attendance that evening! The food is awesome and the company is even better! Those of you that signed up for the banquet but did not pay for or receive your tickets - please call Randy Smith at S&S 570-420-5500 to finalize the details. You must have your tickets at the door. The time is approaching quickly! The awards are being finalized and the champion jackets are getting detailed! If seating arrangements are an issue - please arrive early! Doors open at 5pm. Should be a great time for all! See you on November 10th at Camelback Ski area!  www.HamlinSpeedway.com | ||||
Monday, October 29, 2007
Shannon Smith DOMINATES Alabama
From the drop of the green flag for Thursdays scheduled practice to the final checkers Saturday, Kunkletown PA's very own Shannon Smith, driver of the S&S Speedways "Tribute to Roy Smith" #23 slingshot showed all participating teams how to get around the 20 degree high banked Talladega Short Track. Shannon set the bar early Thursday and left the remaining competitors scratching their heads the entire weekend looking for speed to keep up for a chance at victory.
Friday night racing resumed for the North South Showdown on the red clay 1/3 mile oval and it was ALL Shannon Smith proving Thursdays practice speeds were no fluke taking the checkered flag in the Feature event and collecting $200.00 for her efforts as well as another piece of hardware to add to her collection.
Saturday night the final race of the 2007 Slingshot season, 15 cars were scheduled to take the green flag and a National Championship was up for grabs between Billy VanInwegen,Jr. # 23B and Nick Pecko driving the #42. But it was again ALL Shannon Smith claiming her first National Feature win leading all 20 laps, sweeping the entire weekend and proving this was her weekend as a Tribute to her Grandfather Roy Smith. Shannon took home another $300.00 for her efforts as well as a her second piece of hardware in as many nights.
Friday night racing resumed for the North South Showdown on the red clay 1/3 mile oval and it was ALL Shannon Smith proving Thursdays practice speeds were no fluke taking the checkered flag in the Feature event and collecting $200.00 for her efforts as well as another piece of hardware to add to her collection.
Saturday night the final race of the 2007 Slingshot season, 15 cars were scheduled to take the green flag and a National Championship was up for grabs between Billy VanInwegen,Jr. # 23B and Nick Pecko driving the #42. But it was again ALL Shannon Smith claiming her first National Feature win leading all 20 laps, sweeping the entire weekend and proving this was her weekend as a Tribute to her Grandfather Roy Smith. Shannon took home another $300.00 for her efforts as well as a her second piece of hardware in as many nights.
Billy VanInwegen,Jr. # 23B 2007 National Champ
Billy VanInwegen,Jr. driver of the Len and Joes sponsored # 23B crowned the 2007 Slingshot National Champion. It came down to the final race of the season and a lead as little as 5 points over Nick Pecko driving the NAPA sponsored #42.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
2007 National Championship goes down to the wire.
Its going to take the final race in Alabama to decide the 2007 National Champ. With Billy V. Jr having problems at Borgers and Nick Pecko finishing 2nd the title is still up for grabs. A mere 5 points seperates both drivers, including all tour drops and hometrack points. Who will win the title? Nick Pecko goes for back to back National Championships.
Roy Smith National
Borgers Roy Smith Memorial National to Paul Lotier,Jr.!
Michael Horton takes the feature win for the Junior Nationals!
Michael Horton takes the feature win for the Junior Nationals!
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
A Tribute to Roy Smith
A Tribute to Roy R. “Blue Eyes/ Pop/ Pappy” Smith
Life: May 16, 1919 - October 11, 2007
Roy was born and raised in eastern PA and lived his whole life in Kunkletown. He was the son of Asher and Bertha Kuehner Smith. Roy was a pioneer in dirt and asphalt racing at many tracks including Dorney Park, Hatfield, Old Bridge, Saratoga, Nazareth, Middletown, NY, Evergreen, Reading, and Langhorne.
He won many championships with the famous #555 with Freddy Adams, Warren Mutter, and Marty Acker, and won many races with George Sleight, Billy Tanzosh, Bobby Bottcher, Larry Voss, Freddy Fehr, and Johnny Caprill. He also helped build cars for two of his sons – Richie who piloted the famous “Triple Nickel” and Randy in the “Double Nickel”. He also helped his grandson Joel in the “Triple Nickel”.
The Pop Smith racing legacy continues with grandsons and granddaughter, Ryan, Brett, and Shannon – the 2007 Kutztown slingshot champion.
88 years of pure sweetness, a great man, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, has “Gone Home”. But every Green & Checkered flag waived from here to Eternity will be watched and smiled upon by Pop Smith!
Roy is survived by his wife of 65 years Evelyn and their six children, spouses, 21 grand children, and 21 great grand children.
Roy will be deeply missed and may he race in peace!
Life: May 16, 1919 - October 11, 2007
Roy was born and raised in eastern PA and lived his whole life in Kunkletown. He was the son of Asher and Bertha Kuehner Smith. Roy was a pioneer in dirt and asphalt racing at many tracks including Dorney Park, Hatfield, Old Bridge, Saratoga, Nazareth, Middletown, NY, Evergreen, Reading, and Langhorne.
He won many championships with the famous #555 with Freddy Adams, Warren Mutter, and Marty Acker, and won many races with George Sleight, Billy Tanzosh, Bobby Bottcher, Larry Voss, Freddy Fehr, and Johnny Caprill. He also helped build cars for two of his sons – Richie who piloted the famous “Triple Nickel” and Randy in the “Double Nickel”. He also helped his grandson Joel in the “Triple Nickel”.
The Pop Smith racing legacy continues with grandsons and granddaughter, Ryan, Brett, and Shannon – the 2007 Kutztown slingshot champion.
88 years of pure sweetness, a great man, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, has “Gone Home”. But every Green & Checkered flag waived from here to Eternity will be watched and smiled upon by Pop Smith!
Roy is survived by his wife of 65 years Evelyn and their six children, spouses, 21 grand children, and 21 great grand children.
Roy will be deeply missed and may he race in peace!
Hamlin Preps For 2008 Season
News out of the S&S Speedways offices have confirmed the opening of Hamlin Speedway in 2008 by Randy & Denise Smith.The paperclip shaped 1/5 mi. clay oval saw an increase of over 12 Slingshots in their Regular,Junior & Super classes.A nice payout and some high paying special events have given Hamlin an average car count of 26 regulars for 2007 and the prospect of growing even more.The Sat. night gathering of racers will see Speedweeks make another stop at Hamlin and an early tentative schedule will have them hosting a National Tour event in early Sept.Hamlin will crown their point champs and give out the much deserved special awards at their Nov. 10th banquet.For more info please check out www.hamlinspeedway.com
Borgers to Host Roy Smith Memorial National,JR. National & Mid-Atlantic on Oct. 20th
Smith,Raidline & Heckman have made some adjustments to the purse structure and are using Time Trials as part of their qualifying for the Oct. 20th National.The race is being run as the The Roy Smith Memorial and will pay the winner $555.00.The Juniors will have their last chance to better their point standings with many Juniors never seeing Borgers planning on giving the tough 1/7th mile a shot.The Juniors must be between ages 8-13 and for some 14 years old,providing they started the season as a 13yr. old.The Juniors must be equipped with a 1 barrel carb and meet the 685 lb. weight limit minimum.Gates will open at 1:30 with hot laps beginning at 5 PM.
The National and Mid-Atlantic points are very close and with only the top 4 National Point races ,every spot will determine a lot of the final outcomes.
This will conclude the Touring season in the northeast,but a trip to Alabama for the final National Points event of the season could actually determine the 2007 National Champion.With weekly hometrack points now concluded,the Regional and National points still have yet to be decided.
Talladega Short Track to End National Tour
Keep the weekend of Oct 26-27th open as the Slingshot by Tobias National Tour will invade the Talladega Short Track as part of their Fall Jamboree.The 1/3rd mile high banked clay oval can host 5 big cars wide on the huge racing surface so there will plenty of racing room for the Slingshots that weekend.We will be part of a weekend of speed including all types of racing and a fan attendance that will be estimated in the thousands.Camping will be available and as part of this National offering tickets to the Talladega Racing Museum and Hall of Famequite possibly could be given to race teams when they sign-in.There is a 1/6th mile kart track but the Slingshots will be on the full blown 1/3 mi.Check out their website at www.talladegashorttrack.com.Race organizers Lynn Phillips and Alfred Gurley will be willing to answer any requests for other info.
Talladega Short Track Gives Approval for Tow Money!
Gulf Coast dealers Larry Spencer and Keith Achenbach have been working day and night to make sure the trip to the Talladega Short Track on Oct. 26th & 27th will be a major success."Preacher",the TST promoter is hoping to see as many "Northern" invaders as possible.He has given his approval of a 2 night complete payout show with no entry fee (as of Aug. 24th).Use of camping facilities is a go.A proposed working agreement with the Talladega Super Speedway for track,museum and Hall of Fame tours will be known shortly.The recent end of the season trips to Alabama have generated added fan interest at Wilson's and we hope to show the estimated 2,000-4,000 fans that the Slingshots have a place in this type of racing environment.TST is about 2 hours closer than Wilson's,rooms are available in the immediate area right now.
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