Legendary Limaland, Lawrenceburg BOSS Doubleheader Is Here
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Sprint car racing has long been considered to be the elite division of the short tracks. Traditional wingless sprinters are now considered the “pure” and “raw” throwback form of the sport. This weekend, the Rick’s Truck & Equipment BOSS wingless outlaw warriors will take this pure form of racing to two of the most storied and historical sites on the 2016 tour. Limaland Motorsports Park in Lima, Ohio will play host on Friday night. One night later, they will tackle the unforgiving high banks of Lawrenceburg Speedway in Lawrenceburg, Indiana.
Both facilities have seen different track configurations and layouts over the years. Lawrenceburg first hosted auto racing in 1910 (a year before the first Indianapolis 500 was held) on the fairgrounds half mile that wrapped around the current circuit. Weekly racing began on a quarter mile in 1950 and the track was finally reconfigured to its current size in 2008. The first race track on the Limaland property was built in 1939. Earlier racing had taken place at the county fairgrounds. Known originally as Allentown Speedway, it went from a 1/3 mile oval to a 1/4 mile flat oval and in 1967 it was banked and made into the Limaland known today.
The Buckeye Outlaw Sprint Series is proud to continue the traditions. The last true outlaws of short track racing will storm into both facilities this weekend emulating the ghostly legends that once toured these hallowed sites. The youngest driver on the tour, seventeen year old Cooper Clouse, has won 2 of the first 3 events in 2016 and leads the early point standings. Defending champion, Shawn Westerfeld, has already picked up 2 regular show feature wins at his home track, Lawrenceburg and is a close 2nd in the early points. The FOR Racing cars have proven to be a FORce early in the season as both Justin Owen and Michael Fischesser have found themselves in the top 5.
BOSS veterans Chad Wilson and Aaron Middaugh sit just outside the top 5 while rookie of the year contenders Drew Rader and Andy Feil sit 8th and 9th. 2014 champion Mike Miller rounds out the early top 10 after a rough start to his season. Like Miller, Dustin Smith is another past champion having a very rough start to 2016 currently sitting 11th in points. Steve Little, Stratton Briggs, Joe Butera, Bob McMillin, Kirk Jeffries, Brandon Spithaler and Riley VanHise are all in the heated points battle as well. Also planning a return to action are 2 of the walking wounded from early season accidents. Cody Gardner and Bobby Distel both plan to unveil new race cars after some early season misfortunes.
Friday night’s action at Limaland Motorsports Park gets underway with gates opening at 4:30. Pill draw will close and drivers meeting is scheduled at 6:15. Racing action will get underway at 7:30. Adult general admission is a bargain at just $12 and pit passes are only $25. For teams competing, there will be NO FUEL for sale at the track. Transponder rental will be $10 and mufflers are NOT required. Teams will be paid in check after the A-Main by BOSS officials.
On Saturday night at Lawrenceburg, gates open at 4:00 for “Family Night”. Adult general admission is $15 and kids 12 and under are FREE. There will also be a Kroger canned food drive. Each item donated earns you a chance at a $100 Kroger gift card. Pit Passes will be $30 but there is NO FEE for transponder rentals. Fuel is available at the track. Mufflers ARE REQUIRED AT LAWRENCEBURG. A-Main payout will be done by Lawrenceburg Speedway in check. BOSS heat race, bonus money, and tow bonus money will be paid in cash at the BOSS tent after the main event.
For teams and fans, this legendary doubleheader gets even better as the Lima, Ohio Howard Johnson Hotel is offering a special $65 rate. Owner Ron Gorby is a former sprint car team owner and sponsor. You will not find a nicer hotel stay for the money! There will be security in the parking lot for the haulers. To make a reservation, please phone 419-222-0004 and ask for the BOSS Racer’s Rate.
For more information on these 2 great tracks, please visit their websites at www.limaland.com and www.lawrenceburgspeedway.com or check out the BOSS website at www.buckeyesprints.com
BOSS Always Thanks our Sponsors for their great help – and the following bonus awards are provided at each event.
Rick’s Truck & Equipment ; Kenton, Ohio (Title Sponsor)
Heat Race Sponsors (Payout 40, 30, 20, 10)
Buckeye Machine and Fab ; Forest, Ohio
Lias Tire / American Racer ; Indiana, PA
Hoosier Racing Tire ; Lakeville, IN
Southeast Harley Davidson ; Cleveland, OH
FAST Signs ; Dayton, OH
Bonus Awards
The Bridge Restaurant ; Sidney, OH (Hard Charger $50)
Apple Metal Polishing ; Eldorodo, OH (Lucky Pill Draw $50)
Hochstetler Truck & Auto Repair ; Ashland, OH (Perseverance Award $50)
J F Construction ; Bucyrus, OH (Hard Luck Award $50)
A Plus Automatic Transmission ; Mansfield, OH (Steel Block Award $50)
Superior Bearing ; Bradenton, FL (Sweet Move Award $25)
Hoosier Race Tire – Free Tire to highest finisher on all 4 Hoosiers
American Racer Tire – Free Tire to highest finisher on all 4 American Racers
Also a big thank you to Cowen Truck Lines of Perrysville, Ohio for the free water and Gatorade cooler for BOSS drivers and teams!
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