Bradford, Vt. January 30, 2011
Bear Ridge Speedway “the fastest dirt track in Vermont” is proud to announce the return of Wells River Chevrolet as part of the 2011 “99ROCK WFRD” Weekly Racing Series sponsoring the Sportsman Coupes.
The buzz on the street continues with anticipated excitement for this year’s Wells River Chevrolet Sportsman Coupe division as once again it looks like there will be a fine field of rookies doing battle in this ever popular division run first here at the Ridge and continuously every year for the past 43. Not only will there be new faces, as well as last year’s contenders on hand, there will also be the return of some “seasoned” veterans, who will once again be seen doing battle in this division. One such contender Bobby Shepard, who definitely will not be able to compete for rookie of the year, suggested we start a “senior class award”. Who knows maybe we will, as we suspect we would be able to get a few drivers out there who would qualify even if they didn’t want too!
The Coupes have always called Bear Ridge Speedway their home, and this year will be no exception. As with anything, this division has ebbed and flowed with the times and has NEVER been told they were not welcome. This has paid off for them as this past year saw a rise once again in the car count, and 2011 is expected to be even greater. Will their numbers exceed 20 on a weekly basis as they have in the Bond Auto Sportsman Modifieds? Mark your calendars for every Saturday night starting May 7th to find out for yourself!
Everyone is anxious to see the 2011 season kick into gear, which will begin this year with the annual car show at the Jiffy Mart ~ Bradford Mini Mart followed by a free general admission practice session on Saturday May 7th. The 99ROCK wfrd weekly racing season will then see weekly competition in all five divisions starting that same night May 7th . Racing will kick into gear at 6:30 pm, based on track conditions.
Season passes are available for general admission. Adults is $150.00, Seniors and Teens $130.00.
2011 membership and car owner applications are now available on line or by calling 603/222-4052. Bear Ridge Speedway is as an alcohol free family friendly entertainment spot, with our goal to make each experience at the Ridge better than the last. Remember “Dirt where every lap is the last lap” we continue to offer the best source of good inexpensive high quality entertainment for families.
Bear Ridge Speedway is located off exit 16 of I91 on to rte 25 west 1 mile to South Road up the hill to Kidder Rd. The green will wave every Saturday starting May 7th at 6:00 pm. Be sure to check the web www.bearridgespeedway.com.