Happy July 4th, are you ready for some great racing?
The Fifth Annual Finish Strong Mike Tanner Memorial Race is this Saturday, July 8, 2023, at I-35 Speedway! Racing starts at 7:00 P.M. for Generational Buildings Night at the races with the Midwest Lightning Sprints. A race night you will want to be there! A race night you will get your money’s worth of racing! Weekly racing, bonus money, bonus class, bonus USRA Modified feature from June 3, 2023, you will want to be a part of this night!
In honor of Mike Tanner, there will be extra position money. The Medieval USRA Stock Cars will pay $2,020 to win, $170 to start as well as bonus payouts through the field and longest haul bonus. The Sport Compacts will pay $300 to win as well as other bonuses. This race also helps raise money for the Finish Strong Foundation, which helps athletes in need with scholarships. There will be Tanner Memorial T-Shirts and raffle items on sale and the proceeds from the 50/50 sale. Donations will also be accepted to the Finish Strong Foundation.
Classes racing this weekend include the USRA Modifieds, Medieval USRA Stock Cars, USRA B Mods, E Mods, Pure Stocks, Sport Compacts, Junior Sport Compacts, and the Midwest Lightning Sprints. Additionally, the makeup race for the USRA A Modifieds from June 3, 2023. The Midwest Limited Late Models will not be in action.
Did you miss last week? Do you want a quick recap, checkout MyRacePass and select I-35 Speedway. You can find the latest point standings and all the results from last week.
RACE FAN INFORMATION:
Grandstand gates open at 4:30 P.M. Adults $15, Senior and Military $12, Youth – 18 and under Free (ID may be requested). Located at Exit 64 off Interstate 35 (1/4 east of Interstate). Free Parking. Mom approved restrooms.
Concessions at Trackside Bar and Grill (Turn 1) and at gate entrance (Turn 4) – funnel cakes, chili dogs, large tenderloins, hot fries, walking tacos, hot dogs, hamburgers, popcorn, and tea, water, pop, coffee, hot chocolate or beer.
McCarthy Auto Group Upgrades: Be on the lookout for the McCarthy Auto Group upgrades. Upgrading fans with suite seats, pit passes, and food vouchers each week!
Fan of the Week. Get your chance at the gate entrance.
Make your plans to be part of the racing at I-35 Speedway! This is the track where fun always finishes first! Additionally, the track where you get the most racing for your money!
DRIVER AND PIT CREW INFORMATION:
Pit gates open at 3:30 P.M. Driver’s meeting and pill draw close 6:00 P.M., Hot Laps 6:20 P.M. to 6:50 P.M. First heat race: 7:00 P.M.
Pit passes: Drivers $35, Pit Crew and Pit Spectators $40, Kids 6-10 $25, Kids under 5 – Free.
I-35 Speedway Driver registration: Register with I-35 Speedway (myracepass.com) or print form at www.i-35speedway.net complete and bring with you. One-night temporary registration $15.
USRA Classes: Must be registered with USRA, only temporary one night license can be sold at track $10, Alternative B-Mod USRA rules apply. USRA rules – United States Racing Association | Downloads (usraracing.com)
Class rules and purse can be found at https://i-35speedway.net under the driver’s tab.
Fuel (110 and Premium) is available for sale at the track. American Racer tires are also for sale at the track. Also available Champion Race Products (oil, power steering fluid, brake fluid, gear oil).
Minors (17 and under): Everyone age 17 and under must have a completed Minor’s release to enter pits.
Competitors Minor’s Release: Must be a completed Minor’s release for all competitors 17 and younger AND it must include a copy of the birth certificate with either a valid state stamp or authentic seal.