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When you combine snowmobile riders and racers with a talent for manufacturing, the result is an integration of passion and knowledge that makes Stud Boy Traction a leading innovator in powersports. Stud Boy Traction’s family owned and operated business in Ravenna, Michigan saw a need for high quality products in the snowmobile stud and wearbar needs and have made it their specialty since 1989.
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Stud Boy’s staff of twenty meet high qualification standards and perhaps most important to riders, the staff knows how to collaborate with their needs. Powersport enthusiasts play a key role in Stud Boy Traction’s approach to their product line where input is encouraged to help custom design snowmobile traction products. The employees not only spend time in headquarters but on trails themselves to ensure they know the sport’s needs firsthand. And when they’re in the shop, Stud Boy Traction’s mechanics uses on-shore and in-house made products and material whenever possible. Products like their Pro Series Backers and Shaper Bars offer superior traction to anything else available in the market today because Stud Boy Traction focuses on designing features that give a strong edge on the competition. You can also find top notch studs, stud support nuts, stud backers, and wearbars. Not only are these high quality features proven to be strong in the lab but also on the field. Innovation, performance, quality, cost and of course, riders are at the top of Stud Boy Traction’s priority list.
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Stud Boy Traction’s ultimate goal and motivator is to help racers at all levels of the sport. They want to give back in the field and make sure it’s full of racers for many years, and notably does so by pairing with colleges and programs to develop new technology for the future of snowmobiles. Stud Boy Traction’s Racer Program rewards results and long term loyalty and their sponsorship covers everything from racers to events. Their “Traction with an attitude” motto rings clear in their dedication to listening and implementing rider needs with a track record of success. To get involved with Stud Boy Traction, you can visit their website at www.studboytraction.com or give them a call at 231-853-2323.
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Company in Lansing, Michigan. He left the company in 1904 after differences with the board and began manufacturing cars using his initials as the name of his new business. In 1909 he began building trucks that quickly became well known for their power and durability. They were the world’s first pick-up trucks. Six years after the success of those vehicles he initiated the construction of the R.E.O. Speedwagon. Rock music fans will recognize that name as a Champaign, Illinois based band. When you consider the name they chose for their group, it isn’t surprising that “Back on the road again” and “Give me a ride” are among the songs they have recorded. The connection between Oldsmobile and rock music goes back decades.
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The Jerry Lee Lewis song “Middle Aged Crazy” opens with “Today he traded in his big ’98 Olds. He got a heck of a deal on a Porsche car”. On “Let Yourself Go” one of my favorite bands, Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers state “Got a 442 sittin’ in the sun. Photography By < / Tom Edwards>
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For years, Oldsmobile was well represented in the world of professional drag racing. Warren Johnson earned six NHRA Pro Stock championships and has 97 national event wins. He was the first to exceed 180, 190 and the barrier breaking 200 MPH in the Pro Stock class. No surprise here, he was driving and tuning an Oldsmobile for a number of those victories. Also in the Pro Stock class, Jerry Haas enjoyed success behind the wheel of an Oldsmobile. In the Funny Car category Mike Dunn drove Joe Pisanoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great looking Olds fuel coupe. John Force, a 16 time champion had many national event wins in his Castrol GTX sponsored Funny Car. Driving a McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back flopper, Cruz Pedregon also showed you can be the first to the finish line in an Oldsmobile. Between rounds at a national event, watching the Jolly Rancher backed wheel standing Oldsmobile van was always fun.
For years, Oldsmobile was well represented in the world of professional drag racing.
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Among the most well-known names in motor sports for decades is Linda Vaughn; Miss Hurst Golden Shifter. One of her Hurst/ Olds cars sold at a Barrett-Jackson auction for $200,000. I had the pleasure of meeting her at a race in Pomona, California and was amazed at her encyclopedic knowledge of Pro Stock racing. During the Vietnam War, Linda was on a USO tour of military bases with NASCAR legend Richard Petty (not Tom’s brother) and drag racing icon “Big Daddy” Don Garlits. As a Vietnam veteran I appreciate Linda’s support of those serving in the military.
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I am a fan of all things automotive, so it was nice to see a sign in Hugo, Minnesota for the upcoming 40th Minnesota Oldsmobile Club show. My wife Cathy also enjoys a wide array of cars so it was easy to find time in our schedules to attend. For me it had “Photo shoot” written all of it. Bringing my camera turned out to be a good idea. Like every car show we attend that focuses on cars from days gone by, the cars in Hugo represented a wide range of years with a majority looking like that had rolled off the assembly line earlier that day. Just amazing vehicles. I had a nice conversation with a gentleman and his wife that have 15 years into their restoration of a 1956 that was beyond mint condition. The car, literally, didn’t look like it was 60 hours old, much less 60 years. Cathy and I also saw a ’56 that had undergone a rotisserie rotation and, again, it was another beyond mint car. In both cases they are cars that are driven, not trailered to shows.That’s a personal preference, but we like that. They are cars and we believe they should be driven and enjoyed. That said, with the spectacular condition of the cars at the show, I’ll go out on a limb and guess they are kept in a garage during Minnesota winters. Having lived here for 9 years I don’t remember seeing cars like these, particularly convertibles with the top down, when snow was flying. If you are an Oldsmobile fan and are near their birthplace you should check out the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum. As you can imagine, their collection of these American classics is unmatched. The last Oldsmobile to be built, an Alero, came off the assembly line in Lansing on April 29, 2004 ending an impressive 107 year run. They made their make on automotive history and maintain a passionate following. When you see dozens of them in museum quality condition, it’s easy to see why that’s the case. /
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“Every year we try to add a new twist to the event,” said Meshell Gorsegner, spokeswoman for the Sno Barons. “This year we wanted to make sure the event was truly special and Levi is helping us do that. Everyone in the club has been working hard to make this year’s event the biggest and best yet, with special commemorative displays, events, and guests in attendance.” Located 8-miles east of North Branch, Minnesota, Hay Days features something for everyone including snowmobile grass drags, freestyle exhibitions, ATV and side-by-side races, the sports largest swap meet, more than 200 vendors, demo ride opportunities, raffles, vintage displays, and so much more. Encompassing more than 180 acres, it has become the can’t miss event for thousands of snowmobile enthusiasts from across North America and even the world. Levi’s long-distance jump is schedule for Saturday (September 10) at 5:00pm and will take place at the east end of the snowmobile drag strip, adjacent to county road 70. With a metal takeoff ramp and massive dirt constructed landing ramp, he is expected to soar well in excess of 200feet. You can also catch the action on CBS Sports Network, check your local listings for Terracross Championship in September which will feature the jump. For more information on the event including a schedule of events, admission fees, and times, visit www.snobarons.com. For more information on Levi LaVallee visit his website at www.teamlavallee.com
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Terracross Championship Returns to CBS Sports Network in 2016 Minneapolis, MN (July 14, 2016) Terracross Championship announces it has extended its agreement with CBS Sports Network for the 2016 and 2017 seasons, featuring 12 original hours of programming, which doubles the number from 2015. After a successful 2015 season, Terracross returns to CBS Sports Network with more great competition on the track and attracting high profile athletes, action sports stars and celebrities. Terracross events will kick off Septemer 10th and 11th in Minneapolis, MN and continue October 1st and 2nd in Jacksonville, NC, wrapping up October 28th and 29th in Glamis, CA. PAGE 20
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“Terracross Championship is thrilled to be back on CBS Sports Network in 2016 with our rough, tough, and muddy racing featuring world class action sports athletes. Our Nation wide races in Minnesota, North Carolina and California will feature the very best in Polaris RZR racing.” Says Sport Organizer Joe Duncan. Terracross features mutli-time X-Games Medalists the likes of Red Bull’s Levi LaVallee and Ronnie Renner, Rockstar’s Colten Moore and Ronnie Faisst, and Monster Energy’s Chris Burandt and Nate Adams. In addition, motorsports super stars like Offroad phenom Walker Evans’ RJ Anderson, FOX’s Cody Rahders, ATV legend and Mystik Lubricants Daryl Rath, reigning Terracross Champion Jason Luburgh, and MMA superstar Josh Koscheck (Oak Grove Tech) compete in Terracross. And we expect more world-class athletes, drivers and celebrities to make appearances with us as the 2016 Terracross season moves forward. We also have an amazing Women’s class with our two past Champions Jami Ward and Sara Price coming back to do battle along with Shelby Anderson, Katie Vernola, and Nitro Circus’ Jolene Van Vugt to name a few. Terracross is a unique form of Entertainment Television that focuses on competitors and their personas, as much if not more than the amazing racing aspects of Terracross. Short course off-road racing combines Rallycross and Endurocross style courses with very affordable spec class Polaris RZR Turbos and XP 1000’s. Terracross Polaris RZR’s go from the dealer’s showroom to the racetrack for under $20,000. CBS Sports Network, the 24-hour home of CBS Sports, is available across the country through local cable, video and telco providers and via satellite on DirecTV Channel 221 and Dish Network Channel 158. For more information, and to access the CBS Sports Network channel finder, go to www.cbssportsnetwork.com. The Terracross Championship TV Schedule is announced and will found on CBS Sports Network. All Times are Eastern Standard Time; Show 1 to air Sunday September 25th @ 10:00pm, Show 2 Wednesday, October 05 at 7:00pm, Show 3 Sunday, October 9th at 5:00pm, Show 4 Sunday October 16th at 9:30pm, Show 5 Wednesday, October 26th at 7:00pm, Show 6 Sunday, October 30th at 9:00pm, Show 7 Wednesday, November 09 @ 8:00pm, Show 8 Sunday November 13 at 7:00pm, Show 9 Sunday, November 20 at 10:30pm, Show 10 Sunday, November 27th at 7:00pm, Show 11 Sunday, December 4th at 7:00pm, Show 12 Sunday, December 11 at 7:00pm. Terracross Contact: Joe Duncan joeduncan357@gmail.com 651-357-0835 Jeremy Behrendt terracrossmarketing@gmail.com
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utchinson, Minnesota is home to family owned Rath Racing – a manufacturing company made by racers for racers. Since 1992, they’ve been keeping their business small to collaborate with riders so their products can provide a huge outcome on the track for ATVs and UTVs. All of Rath Racing’s products are crafted from raw metal in shop, and that’s the secret ingredient to the enormous amount of championships they’ve helped score. Daryl Rath’s passion for motorsports began on the three-wheeler his dad gifted to him as a kid and grew as he learned to repair and create components for his own machines. When you can’t find Daryl in his shop, you can find him putting his products to the ultimate test – racing on the track!
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WOT // How did Rath Racing emerge? DARYL \\ A machinist by trade, I started building parts I couldn’t afford myself. People saw, I started making for good friends, then word of mouth happened and I had a large demand for parts and that’s when we started to sell.
WOT // Which products does Rath Racing manufacture? DARYL \\ A complete line of ATV and UTV accessories. WOT // Are all products made in-house? DARYL \\ Yes!
WOT // What inspired you to develop your performance shop?
WOT // Is Rath Racing family owned? How are they involved?
DARYL \\ I grew up around motorsports.
DARYL \\ Yes, it is family owned. Every member of the family has a big role in the daily operation of Rath Racing, and those who aren’t family become family. We have eight people on staff.
WOT // What is your background in motorsports? DARYL \\ I came from tractor pulling, to three-wheeler racing, to quad and side by sides. I’ve raced Motocross, Flat Track, Ice Racing, Cross Country, Super Moto and Endurance. WOT // What is your background in performance engineering?
WOT // What are some special qualifications about your employees? DARYL \\ They have at least two year degrees and each employee leaves their own mark on all product production.
DARYL \\ I have a two year degree in machining and fabrication. WOT // Why did you choose to manufacture products for ATV’s and UTV’s? DARYL \\ That’s what I race.
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WOT // What do your employees take into account when designing components? DARYL \\ Weight, strength and manufacture ability WOT // What materials are used? DARYL \\ Titanium, magnesium, carbon fibers, aluminum, chrome ally and stainless steel WOT // What testing is done to make sure your products are excellent? DARYL \\ We do a lot of field testing on each product. WOT // What stands out about Rath Racing’s products? DARYL \\ The quality. Products are built by racers for racers. WOT // Can riders help design custom products? DARYL \\ Yes. We take feedback from our riders…who are some of the fastest in the country! WOT // What makes your products top quality compared to your competition? DARYL \\ Everything is made in America. We are small enough to put the extra effort in to make sure our parts are of the best quality.
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WOT // How are you involved with riders outside of the shop? DARYL \\ We sponsor over four hundred riders yearly with our Rider Program and I still race with them! WOT // How can a rider become involved with Rath Racing? DARYL \\ We’re now accepting resumes for the 2017 Rider Program through December 31st, 2016. Please send them to sales@rathracingmachine.com WOT // What are your expansion plans for Rath Racing’s future? DARYL \\ We are currently working on expanding to other motorsports.
To keep up with Rath Racing’s developments and get in contact with the shop, you can call them at 320-234-7223 or check out their website www.rathracing.com!
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Likewise, Hubert Rowland, “Everyone’s Favorite Redneck” on the hit MTV television show Nitro Circus, and driver of the Sedona Tire & Wheel car, is excited about the new partnership: “I’m more than pumped to be racing Terracross! Partnering with Sedona Tire & Wheel has been great and I’m looking forward to racing the Sedona Polaris RZR in the Celebrity X class. Sedona bead-lock wheels and Rock-A-Billy tires have been on my RZR this year and I have been totally impressed!” The 2016 Terracross Championship is comprised of six rounds at three two-day events beginning September 10th & 11th in Minneapolis MN; followed by Jacksonville, NC on October 1st & 2nd; and Glamis, CA on October 28th & 29th. For complete series information, schedule and venue information, visit www.terracrossracing.com. For information about Sedona Tire and Wheel and its complete product line offerings, visit: www.sedonatires.com. About Sedona Tire & Wheel Sedona Tire & Wheel builds products for ATVs, UTVs/Side-by-Sides, and offroad motorcycles that offer high-quality, cutting edge technology and real world performance. By working with one of the largest automotive tire factories in the world, Sedona Tire & Wheel jointly develops its tires through meticulous research and testing in order to provide the highest quality and most technically advanced products on the market. Sedona Tire & Wheel products are distributed in the United States exclusively by Western Power Sports (WPS).
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Written By < / David Pruszka > The NHRA Joliet Route 66 Nationals took place on a picture perfect day week end second to none that I have ever attended. temperatures in the mid 80’s and cooling a bit on Sunday brought out a large crowd. The JEG’S Allstars finals in this central location pitted man East Coast drivers against West Coast drivers for unpredictable outcomes. Local favorite Bob Bode’s qualifying run wheelstand did no substantial damage upon returning to Earth but kept him in the stratosphere showing off the photo of this exciting event the next day. Many records were broken, and positions jostled around for drivers hoping to gain entry into the season ending Countdown to the finals starting following the Labor Day Weekend US Nationals in September...
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DOUG ANDERSON
RodKnock
BA Enterprises
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specializes in drag race cars, roll cages and street cars.
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763.227.4349 We have over 30 years of experience and a great passion for building race cars and restoring classics
Brain Anderson
brianbaenterprises@gmail.com
Mora, Minnesota
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