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the dirt gets a bag to ease the pain of off-road defeat. Every racer has their “Favorite” race and on our team, it is no different. We all have races we can’t wait for as the schedule comes out. For Karl and Nancy, it is the Parker races. As residents there they love the atmosphere that the Parker races bring to the community. Having been part of the original Parker 400 days and every Parker 425 since it started with Best in the Desert, these events will always sit a little higher on their memories with them. When asked what their most memorable Race experience was since they got into the sport, this is what Karl had to say: “In 1978, I was working for Bill Stroppe and had given my two weeks’ notice because Nancy had gotten an internship at the Hospital in El Centro. The team had just gotten back from the Baja 500, and I was returning pit equipment and supplies to local teams we teamed up with. I was on my way to Torrance to Parnelli’s shop when Stroppe suddenly jumped in the truck with me (ODD!). Once I got on the freeway, he asked if the reason I was leaving was to move in with Nancy? Keep in mind Bill was OLD SCHOOL and VERY by the BOOK! When I told him yes, he then asked if we were going to get married? I admitted we had considered it. He then proceeds to TELL me that since there was a race in a couple weeks in Vegas (THE SILVERBIRD HOTEL short course race) and if we wanted to get married, he would pay for our wedding. Long story short, we got married at Circus Circus (Stroppe and Mel Larson were buddies). Stroppe paid for the wedding and dinner for everyone at the wedding.”

PS. The guest list was kind of impressive too. Bill Stroppe, Willie Stroppe, Rod Hall, Jim Fricker, Gale Pike, Jamie Martinez, Judy Smith and Brad Stoffer.

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METHOD Race Wheels 305 NV Titanium

The iconic Method 305 NV is now available in our previously-limited Titanium finish. Available in 5, 6, and 8 lug options.

Titanium - Matte Black Lip • Solid A356 aluminum with T6 heat treatment construction • Iconic 12 window design with debossed METHOD logos • Street-Loc V.1 lip with undercut simulates true beadlock wheel • Replaceable MRW lip bolts with optional colors available • Push through center cap with embossed METHOD logo • Flush cap appearance options available • Industry’s best lifetime structural warranty • Strong 2500 lbs. to 3640 lbs. load ratings with HD 4500 lbs. applications available

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Rugged Radios R1 Handheld Radio

with Digital and Analog Business Band

BETTER BY DESIGN The new digital workhorse is here; Rugged R1 Handheld radio! Whether it is a race team, job site, security force or workforce, this handheld will keep your team connected. With singles to six packs this radio can expand to meet your needs. Featuring a standard 2-pin connector, there is an incredible array of existing accessories available from lapel mics to headsets to car harnesses - you name it. FEATURE LOADED • An Easy-To-Use Keypad and Interface • Customizable Channel Preset Buttons • Compatible with Most Business Radios, Regardless of Brand –Including the V3, RH5R, & more! • Powerful 5-Watt Transmitter • Optimized Receiver • Versatility of DMR/Analog Cross Compatibility • Vast Accessories, Extended Range Antennas, XL Batteries, Mics and Headsets Click for more Information: ruggedradios.com/blogs/news/r1-handheld-radio-andaccessories-for-any-environment

Rugged Radios MAC Air Helmet Pumper System

Stay Cool and Breathe Easy with Rugged Radios MAC Air Helmet Pumper system! Whether you’re desert racing in Baja, blasting through sand dunes, cruising a dusty fire road, or hitting the short course track, our MAC Air helmet pumper is a must-have for comfort and dust control. The MAC Air Pumper high-volume housing utilizes a proprietary designed, high-static pressure fan. This combination gives the MAC Air Pumper more pressure and more volume than any other helmet pumper currently available! The MAC Air takes helmet air pressure and air volume to a new level. From start to finish, the MAC Air is built to perform. 2 Person Starting at $225 4 Person Starting at $245 Click for more Information: ruggedradios.com/blogs/news/stay-cool-and-breathe-easywith-the-mac-air-helmet-pumper-system

KC FLEX ERA® 3 - COMPACT and POWERFUL

The KC FLEX ERA® 3 is a high-performance LED light in an iconic triangle-shaped housing packed with 3,672 lumens. Packed with incredible technology such as a bright Amber LED Backlight and the ability to customize the beam pattern and bezel color in less than a minute, the FE3 lights are perfect ditch lights and front bumper lights on your UTV or truck.

• Easily changeable beam pattern lenses (Spot or Combo) • Gold, Blue, Black, and Red bezel options • 3,672 lumens per light at 40W each • Signature FLEX Aesthetics and housing design • Includes covers and full wiring kit

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WESTIN XTS Front Bumper

The XTS Front Bumper from Westin is an attractive, winchcapable upgrade that enhances both front end protection and functionality and features a low profile winch mount to improve air flow. It provides maximum strength and durability by employing a lightweight 10-gauge steel shell combined with a solid 4-gauge center section capable of accommodating most recovery winches up to 12k lbs. The XTS Front Bumper adds welded mounting points for recovery. The XTS front bumper is fully compatible with factory sensors and capable of adding either an angular or round bull bar (sold separately) for added grille protection and styling. It also provides a wide variety of auxiliary lighting mounting points and features a durable textured black powder coat finish with an e-coated base coat, backed by a 3-year warranty. Includes all necessary mounting hardware for a hassle-free installation. Click for more Information: westinautomotive.com

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METHOD Race Wheels 414 UTV Bead Grip

With a style inspired by our original Method 401 UTV wheel the all new 414 UTV Bead Grip® combines iconic looks with our patented Bead Grip technology for all types of riding in all terrains! Numerous sizes available in multiple offsets. Offerings in both 4 lug and 5 lug fitments. And an all-new Gloss Graphite finish, the new 414 has you covered.

Matte Black Matte Black | Gloss Graphite • Patented Bead Grip® technology engages tire bead for increased grip at low tire pressures • Solid A356 aluminum with T6 heat treatment construction • Iconic 12 window design with debossed METHOD logos • Aggressive safety hump on bead seats further prevents de-beading • Reinforced inner lip taken from MRW race wheel increases strength • Snap-in center cap with embossed METHOD Bead Grip® logo • Super strong 1600 lbs. load rating

Gloss Graphite

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Racers will now be setting their sights on the METHOD RACE WHEELS “CASEY FOLKS” VEGAS TO RENO race coming up August 10th–13th. Photo by Justin Brown Photo

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Wednesday, August 10: Event Expo, Contingency, Tech Inspection and Rider / Driver Registration

Thursday, August 11: Time Trials for Trick Truck, 1500, 6100, 6200, 1000, 7200, UTV Production Turbo and Open Pro Motorcycle • Full Live Stream Time Trials Coverage • Live Update Show will Stream On the BITD Facebook Friday, August 12: Race Day

Two 1-Hour Post Race Television Shows Airing on CBS Sports Network Approximately Two and Three Weeks After the Race