Airbone PR - Huge Modified field expected for Airborne opener
For immediate release AS-042711-1 South Plattsburgh, NY – Airborne Speedway begins its 58th season Saturday, May 7 and a large, possibly record-breaking, field of DIRTcar Modifieds is expected to attempt to qualify for the Della Motor Group “Fast 50” main event. |
“We have spoken with several new Quebec teams and some drivers who competed on the CVRA circuit last year,” promoter Mike Perotte said. “Based on those conversations, I think we’re likely to have 35 or more Modifieds for the opener. We’ll have a better idea after the Saturday’s (April 30) practice.” A 35-car Modified field would require a “B” feature or last chance qualifier to complete the ‘Fast 50’. “If that’s what it takes, it’s fine with me,” Perrotte said. Patrick Dupree, the 2010 Ernie’s Discount Tools Modified champion, will be challenged by 2009 Airborne Modified champion Martin Roy of Napierville, QC, Leon Gonyo, Don Scarborough, Greg Atkins, Apple Bowl 100 winner Todd Stone of Middlebury, VT, Bryant Trim, Mike Reyell, and 2010 Rookie of the Year Max Viens of St. Cesaire, QC. Econo Lodge and the Valcour Imaging Group present the season’s first feature event for the J&S Steel Sportsmen, Versatile Trailer Sales Renegades, Keeseville NAPA Mini Modifieds and Busch Bombers. Sportsman Robin Wood of Plattsburgh and Renegade Kevin Boutin of Swanton, VT, will begin defense of their 2010 track championships. The first 1,000 race fans through the gate on opening night will receive a free seat cushion courtesy of Econo Lodge, Valcour Imaging Group and other Airborne sponsors. Gates open Saturday, May 7 at 3 p.m. Adult admission is $15. Kids 12 and under - admitted free. Qualifying heats begin at 5 p.m. Airborne season passes are available. For more information, call the track office 518-561-3208. Free admittance to the grandstands (no concessions) is offered for the Saturday, April 30 practice from noon - 4 p.m. Contact: Tom Herzig 802-882-8131 |
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