by Scott Porter – FAST Public Relations
MAUMEE, OH (5-10-10)
The dust has finally settled after the first two weeks of racing action for F.A.S.T. and the local contingent of 410 sprint cars, but the 305 sprints are ready to storm into action over this weekend for the F.A.S.T. 305 Championship Series on Friday, May 14th at Attica Raceway Park and Saturday, May 15th at Fremont Speedway.
“The 305 sprint car drivers at Attica and Fremont are a much deserving group of drivers who put on some of the most competitive features during race nights throughout the season,” commented Bryan Autullo of F.A.S.T. “Thanks to marketing partners like Kears Speed Shop, Cleveland Golf, All Pro Heads and Triple X Race Components stepping up this off-season, we were able to establish this mini-series with a solid base that can only grow larger over the next few season. These race teams are a bit limited when it comes to when and where they can race and by adding the F.A.S.T. 305 Championship Series to the mix we only hope that we help make the racing action that much better for all involved.”
The inaugural champion will be taking home the F.A.S.T. 305 trophy along with a check for $1,000, a $500 gift certificate from All Pro Aluminum Heads and a brand new Triple X Race Components sprint car chassis. The series looks to pay out cash & prizes to the top-10 finishers in series’ points. An added incentive will be “Kears FAST Cash Bonus” with the series handing out $100 in bonus cash during each of the scheduled F.A.S.T. 305 events. The Kears FAST Cash winner will be determined by random drawing on the front stretch from the Top 3 drivers in the A-main event. The winning driver must have the Kears 305 Challenge decal displayed on the race car. If the winning driver does not have the decal on the car, that bonus money goes back into the 305 season point fund.
Bobby Clark and Paul Weaver have shown competitors that the road to the inaugural F.A.S.T. 305 championship will most likely have to go through one of them. After just six 305 events held so far in 2010 at Attica and Fremont, the two veterans both hold a pair of victories and sit 1-2 in each of the track’s championship point standings. A division littered with talent won’t back down to the challenge as many seek to be inaugural champion. Several young drivers have been competitive in the beginning months of this season, while D.J. Foos and Steve Rando have both been in victory lane after impressive showings.
“With a mix of veterans like Clark, Weaver, and John Ivy and up-and-coming talents with guys like D.J. Foos, Nate Dussel and Zack Kramer the 305 sprint car division has had fan’s on the edge of their seats each week so far,” said Chris Kettman of F.A.S.T. “Following the battle for the inaugural F.A.S.T. 305 title amongst these great drivers will be an added dimension to one of the greatest forms of entertainment in Northern Ohio.”
A new chapter for the 305 sprint car teams will begin shortly and adding to the excitement of the F.A.S.T. 305 opening weekend is the rescheduling of the 305 Engine Builders Challenge to Friday, May 14th at Attica. This race is the highest paying purse of the year at “Ohio’s Finest Racing” speedplant for the 305 division and has been won recently by the likes of Bryan Sebetto, Bobby Clark and Mike Linder.
Racing this weekend kicks off Friday night at Attica Raceway Park with gates opening at 5 pm and racing slated to start at 7:45 pm. “The Track That Action Built” looks to get in their second event of the year in on Saturday with gates opening at 4 pm and racing starting at 7 pm. Learn more about these upcoming events at www.atticaracewaypark.com and www.fremontohspeedway.com.
Kears Speed Shop 305 Challenge Eligibility Rules
To be eligible for the $100 cash bonus, race teams must display the “Kears Speed Shop 305 Challenge” decal on the race car and qualify for the A-Main during one of the 10 schedule F.A.S.T. 305 points events. Drivers finishing in the Top-3 of the A-Main will qualify for the chance to win. In victory lane after the winning driver’s interview a card will be drawn with either the number 1, 2, or 3 on it. The driver finishing in that position will be awarded the $100 prize as long as the “Kears Speed Shop 305 Challenge” decal is displayed on the car. If he/she does not have the decal on their car, the $100 will go back into the 305 point fund and be distributed in prizes awarded at the season ending banquet. In the event of a race being canceled, that week’s prize will also go back into the point fund.
The F.A.S.T. 305 Championship Series would like to thank these fine sponsors for coming aboard for the inaugural F.A.S.T. 305 season:
Kear’s Speed Shop
Located in Tiffin, Ohio, Kear’s Speed Shop was founded by Chuck and Shirley Kear in 1969 and has been a provider of motorsports equipment to several local teams as well as national touring race teams throughout the country for 40 years. Kear’s Speed Shop has been a supporter of local tracks and racers since setting up shop in Northwest Ohio four decades ago. Kear’s Speed Shop currently utilizes three parts trucks to service teams’ needs at local and national events. Visit them online at www.kearsspeedshop.com or call 419-448-9551.
Cleveland Golf/ Srixon/ Never Compromise
Regional Cleveland Golf Representative Nate Highfield of Dewitt, Michigan has been a sponsor of the Bowman family’s racing efforts over the past several years at Fremont and Attica. Cleveland Golf has the representation of being the “home of the #1 wedge in golf” and Srixon has been an up-and-coming ball of choice by many PGA professionals around the world. Never Compromise has a large variety of golf putters that fit the style of play from anyone that plays just a few rounds on the weekend to tour professionals like Vijay Singh. Learn more about these great golf companies at www.clevelandgolf.com; www.srixon.com; www.nevercompromise.com or call Nate at 517-669-9009 for more information.
All Pro Aluminum Heads
For engine builders and racers seeking a distinct advantage, the choice in small block Chevy aluminum cylinder heads should be All Pro Heads when building a high-performance engine. Located in Johnstown, Ohio, Bob Williams and company have provided heads for hardcore racers competing in sprint cars, super late models, drag racing, off-road, marine and road racing. Learn more online at www.allproheads.com or give them a call at 740-967-7761.
Triple X Race Components
Triple X Race Components are produced in an ISO 9001 certified factory and are laboratory tested, race tested, and universally approved. Whether you are a new customer or a repeat customer, you can be assured that you’re buying race-proven products at great prices. Triple X has established a large network of dealers coast to coast and internationally to serve any race team’s needs. Visit them online at www.xxxraceco.com or call 206-774-8749 for more information.
Visit www.fastondirt.com to find out more about the F.A.S.T. 305 Championship Series, the rules, the schedule, the sponsors, and more.
FAST on Dirt, Inc. would like to thank the following contributors to the 2010 FAST Championship Series point fund:
Kistler Racing Products, Engine Pro, JE/SRP Pistons, Design Graphics Group, Inc, KS Sales & Service, Engler Machine & Tool, Oliver Rods, Henry MotorSports Inc., J&F Construction, Black Swamp Media Group, MyHeroCards.com, Kears Speed Shop, Computer Man, Inc., SCS Gearbox, RockAuto.com, Hoserville Ohio, Hoseheads.com, Level Performance, R&R Auto Wrecking, Reebar Diecasting, The King’s Den, FSR Radiator, Real Geese, Buckeye IT Services, High Vista Video, Racers Racing for a Cure, Gressman Powersports, NAPA (Bryan, OH), Gaerte Engines, Action Photos, PostNet (Fremont, OH), New York Life (Jeremy Shambaugh), Young’s RV Center, October Hills Farms, and OC Shocks
Also, a very special thanks to all of our contingency award sponsors:
R2C Filters, Hepfner Racing Products, TQ Fiberglass, Fuel Safe, Racing Optics, Rocket Headers, Wings Unlimited, VRP Shocks, Kinsler Injections, RAM Engineering Midwest, PRO Shocks, ButlerBuilt, Zemco Headers, Kinser Filters, Outerwears, Inc, DMI Race Components, Keizer Wheels, Linders Speed Equipment, Saldana Racing Products, XXX Race Components, Randy’s Racing Filters, Hinchman Indy Uniforms, King Racing Products, Golden Graphics, OC Shocks, Weld Wheels, KSE Steering, Competition Suspension, Inc, Ti22 Performance, All Pro Heads, FSR Radiator, Speed Meets Art, Productive Tools & Equipment, Arizona Sport Shirts, and Fisher Performance