Racers and fans gathered at Big Daddy’s Speedbowl (formally the
Pines/Legion Speedway) on Rt 25 in Wentworth, NH on a beautiful spring
Sunday for the first annual car show. The racers showed off their
2010 cars and had a chance to give them a turn around the newly
reconfigured and resurfaced dirt track. Racers and fans alike got a
first look at the completely renovated racing facility.
While drivers, owners, and crews caught up after the winter break,
photographers made pictures, and fans admired the freshly painted
creations, the cars were judged. The Best in Show went to Russell
Christian’s #07 and Jamie Bezanson’s fantastic #13 ½ won the Late
Model division. Super Street went to Mark Brown, the Bandit division
was taken by Aliscia Smith, and James Hanson walked off with the
trophy for the Sprint division. The immaculate #07 modified of Jim
Lowery Jr. from Tilton won the modified division and also the honor of
making the first official lap on the new track.
After the “beauty contest”, any drivers that wanted to try the new
track were invited to suit up and line up for a few laps. Each driver
was given 10 laps alone on the track to get acquainted with the new
track configuration First out was Jim Lowery with his modified. The
racing lines quickly developed showing the fast way around the ¼ mile,
clay, D-shaped oval. After months of renovations, it was great to
finally see and hear cars in action at the complex.
The next event at Big Daddy’s is the Test and Tune day scheduled for
May 2nd starting at noon. The event is free for spectators and
registered racecars. Al l classes, including the winged sprint cars,
will be on the track looking for speed. Come out and get a sneak
preview of the action coming this summer starting on May 9th.
Big Daddy’s Speedbowl is a family-friendly facility offering
reasonable admission and concessions prices, special activities for
kids, and even a family section in the stands. The first race starts
at 4:00pm (5:00pm when school is out) on Sunday afternoons. Camping is
available for ticket holders. Opening day is on Sunday May 9th. Come
spend part of your weekend with us and enjoy the races.
For more details about Big Daddy’s Speedbowl and the latest
information about the track, including schedules, driver info,
results, and many photos, check the track’s website at
www.BigDaddysSpeedbowl.com.