By Chris DolackBARBERVILLE, Fla. – Dec. 21, 2011 – Did you know the biggest dirt racing event in February – the 41st UNOH DIRTcar Nationals – starts Feb. 14 and runs through Feb. 25 at Volusia Speedway Park near Daytona Beach? That means the event starts a week later than it has in recent years, and more importantly means the odds are the weather will be perfect to watch the World of Outlaws Sprint Cars, the World of Outlaws Late Models, the Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds, the DIRTcar UMP Modifieds and DIRTcar Late Models.
Remember last winter? Plenty of dirt racing fans were stuck indoors in February as snow blanketed much of the country. But in Florida, the UNOH DIRTcar Nationals went off without a hitch, 12 consecutive nights of double-headers that saw Joey Saldana win the Sprint Car title, Clint Bowyer win the UMP Modified crown, Billy Moyer win the Late Model championship and Stewart Friesen top the Big-Block Modified field.
Every ticket is also a pit pass, making Volusia the place during the busy Speed Weeks to get up close to the cars and see the superstars from all the major dirt racing series. Plus, fan-favorite food vendors are returning once again, and the huge souvenir midway at Volusia gives fans the chance to see all the 2012 driver merchandise before the touring series begin traveling throughout the country.
It is the perfect way to kick off the 2012 season, whether it’s with the blazing speeds and breathtaking passes by the Sprint Cars or the door-banging intensity of the Modifieds and Late Models, there’s something for everybody at the UNOH DIRTcar Nationals.
The grandstands fill up fast, and the only way to guarantee a seat is to reserve it in advance by visitinghttp://www.DIRTcarNationals.com and clicking the “Buy Tickets” button in the upper right-hand corner. Fans can also call the ticket hotline at 877-395-8606.
Don’t miss a chance to see all the biggest names in dirt racing during the 12 nights at Volusia. Tickets start at only $20, but week-long packages offer the best deals. Don’t delay, make your plans today.
For more information, including directions, camping information and lodging locations, click http://www.DIRTcarNationals.com.
41st UNOH DIRTcar Nationals Daily Schedule
Day, Date Car Class Car Class
Tuesday, Feb. 14 DIRTcar UMP Modifieds Sprint Car Practice
Wednesday, Feb. 15 All-Star Sprint Cars DIRTcar UMP Modifieds
Thursday, Feb. 16 All-Star Sprint Cars DIRTcar UMP Modifieds
Friday, Feb. 17 World of Outlaws Sprint Cars DIRTcar UMP Modifieds
Saturday, Feb. 18 World of Outlaws Sprint Cars UMP Modified Gator Qualifying 1
Sunday, Feb. 19 World of Outlaws Sprint Cars UMP Modified Gator Qualifying 2
Monday, Feb. 20 DIRTcar Late Models UMP Modified Gator Championship
Tuesday, Feb. 21 DIRTcar Late Models UMP Modified twin/triple 25s
Wednesday, Feb. 22 DIRTcar Late Models Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modifieds
Thursday, Feb. 23 World of Outlaws Late Models Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modifieds
Friday, Feb. 24 DIRTcar Late Models Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modifieds
Saturday, Feb. 25 World of Outlaws Late Models Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modifieds
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