2015-06-06

OMRS to Host its Second Annual ‘Test a Modified Day’ at Peterborough Speedway

 

OMRS to Host its Second Annual 'Test a Modified Day' at Peterborough Speedway

By Jim Clarke, Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media

 

With starting fields of close to 20 taking the green flag at recent events, the Ontario Modifieds Racing Series – powered by Torque Builders Inc. – is looking to build on the consistency of their popular brand by introducing drivers from other divisions to the experience of open wheeled modified racing with the second annual 'Test a Modified Day' at Peterborough Speedway. Richard Warnes – speaking on behalf of the group of OMRS officials that also includes Randy Hollingsworth and Bill Pickford – says it's a great chance to see what the series is all about.

 

"We've enjoyed a great working relationship with J.P. Josiasse and Dave Sikma over the last couple of seasons," said Warnes. "In 2014, they were gracious hosts for our test event that helped familiarize drivers from the 4Fun, Mini Stock, Thunder Car and even the Ontario Legend divisions to our cars."

 

This year's session is slated for Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 until 2:00before the regular night of racing on Canada's Toughest 3rd of a Mile Paved Oval. After an orientation session, drivers will strap-in behind the controls of a restricted Ontario Modifieds Racing Series ride and head to the track under the direction of 2014 series champion Robert Warnes, with assistance from a variety of current and former OMRS drivers. Richard Warnes says there are a couple of prerequisites all participants will need to know if they plan to be part of the session. 

 

"Everyone will need to supply a helmet, driver's suit and safety gear," said Warnes. "While we understand that this is a unique opportunity, the modifieds are powerful machines. It is a test session and not a driving school. Only those with experience in another division at any track will be allowed to participate and in the interest of safety, all applicants will be thoroughly checked before they go on the track."

 

Warnes and the Ontario Modifieds Racing Series officials have also asked that all participants attending the 'Test a Modified Day' bring a non-perishable food donation for the Peterborough's Kawartha Food Share Food Bank as a goodwill gesture. All food collected will be given to Peterborough Speedway officials, who will make the contribution on behalf of OMRS.

 

Drivers can take the first step toward a new motorsports division at the second annual Ontario Modifieds Racing Series 'Test a Modified Day' – Saturday, June 13th – from 10:00 'til 2:00 – at Peterborough Speedway.

 

2015 Ontario Modifieds Racing Series Schedule:

 

Saturday, May 2nd:                 Flamboro Speedway

Appearance points awarded to each team

Saturday, May 23rd:                Peterborough Speedway

Race winner: #2, Dwight Brown

 

Saturday, June 13th:               Peterborough Speedway

                                                2ndAnnual 'Test a Mod Day', 10:00 – 2:00

Saturday, June 27th:               Flamboro Speedway

Sunday, June 28th:                 rain date

 

Saturday, July 4th:                  Peterborough Speedway

Saturday, July 11th:                Peterborough Speedway

Saturday, July 25th:                Peterborough Speedway – special race

 

Saturday, August 15th:           Peterborough Speedway

Saturday, August 22nd:          Peterborough Speedway

 

Saturday, September 5th:      Flamboro Speedway

Sunday, September 6th:        rain date

 

Friday, October 2nd:               Flamboro Speedway (qualifying & feature)

Saturday, October 3rd:           Flamboro Speedway (feature)

Sunday, October 4th:             rain date

 

Fans can find full series details at www.ontariomodifiedsracing.com or

www.facebook.com/OMRS Ontario Modifieds Racing Series powered by TORQUE BUILDERS Inc. The Ontario Modifieds Racing Series is supported by Clarke Motorsports Communications.

 

Photo attachment: Jim Clarke – Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media

 

Christopher Mulders (#46) and Donny Beatty in 2015 OMRS action. The popular open wheeled racing series will host its second annual 'Test a Mod Day' Saturday, from 10:00 'til 2:00 at Peterborough Speedway.

 

Prepared by: Jim Clarke, Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media

                      





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