June 26, 2011

SAMANTHA WINS TOP BEAVER

The finals of Top Beaver had Modified Champion, Wayne Skelly out first in his Camaro over Top Champ, Samantha Dubbs. Wayne took the stripe but Sam got win as Wayne run under with a 11.121 on a 11.14 at 120.57 MPH to Sam's winning 8.122 on a 8.04 at 164.38 MPH.

In round one of Top Beaver, Wayne's Camaro took the win running a 11.155 on a 11.12 as Rich's Colt ran out with a 12.090 on a 12.12 at 110.83 MPH.

In round one of Top Beaver, Kenny Kauffman ran out by only .001 onboard his Ninja with a 8.679 on a 8.68 at 146.38 MPH to Samantha's winning 8.087 on a 8.04 at 160.88 MPH. Sure looks close to us.

In this shot from the finish line you can see that Tom Youtzy's Falcon had broke as Samantha Dubbs in on her way to a Top ET title in her dragster.

The Modified finals was settled at the tree when Jason Weaver went red with a -.003 giving the win to Wayne Skelly's stealth black Camaro. Wayne ran a 11.111 on a 11.15 at 120.74 MPH to take the title.

WE WON! WE WON! WE WON!

In the all MOPAR Street finals it was Rich Houser's Colt taking the win over Bob klock's Challenger with a 12.136 on a 12.12 at 105.49 MPH to Bob's 12.114 on a 12.10 at 106.19 MPH.

The Hot Rod Trophy finals fell to Al "Howdy" Judy's Heavy Chevy over Johnna Crone's Camaro running a 12.597 on a 12.58 to Johnna's 11.862 on a 11.90.

In a virtual heads up final in JR Dragster, Rylee Duck's Guitar Hero picked up the win over Brian Vollman's Lil General running a 7.994 on a 7.98 at 83.27 MPH to Brian's 7.945 on a 7.92 at 81.72 MPH. It was close!!

The tree tells the story in the TCR finals with Cait Holland going -.006 red and giving the title to Brandon Skelly's 442 Olds. Brandon ran a 11.061 on a 11.12 at 62.23 MPH for the title.

The Lil Beaver finals was real close with Mike Charcalla taking too much stripe onboard his Hayabusa with a 9.662 on a 9.70 at 136.63 MPH giving the win to veteran Billy Nees in his Grand Prix running a 13.865 on a 13.85 at 90.85 MPH.
 
BONUS SHOTS

Defending TCR champion, Mark Frank, is back in competition with a totally updated White Lighting now sporting a strong small block and a 4 speed.

Ken Kauffman and his grandson ready for the semis of Bike.

The Maturo men ready for battle. Beaver and kids just go together.

Sam collects her Ethel hug.

Street champ, Rich Houser, collects his Ethel hug.

Bob and Tammy Klock in the lanes.

Brian, Brian Paul and Paul Vollman ready for the finals.

Karen Eicher and Kathy Hoffman, two of the Beaver's greatest.

Chelsea and Darren Miller, can you tell they're Gunner and Jen's kids?

Officer Don Carnell look good in Modified.

JR kids, Brian Vollman, Chanda Ross and Sarah Danner.

Carolyn had a dead on run in Lil Beaver.

I see the resembalance.

MOPAR buddies, Rick Emerick and Bob Roles

You get the truck ready Pap and I'll just play in the dirt.

Jason Weaver was doubling up in Top and Mod. He got by defending points champ, Kevin Little, in round one with a .006 to Kev's .016 light, running a 9.871 on a 9.86 to Little's 8.974 on a 8.94.

Jason was racing tough, but his thoughts were with his dad. Brian has underwent surgery and is on the mend. He'll be out of commission until August.

Brandon and Wayne Skelly congratulate each other on their wins.

A victory kiss from Tammy.

The Beaver is real strong in the bike field.
 It's where the Bracket Final Champions call home.
BTW: We have 8 championship titles.
Dave Carpenter, Bob Shields (2), Shorty Reichenbach (2),
Kenny Kauffman, Billy Maturo and Mikey Boyer.

Bikes, bikes, everywhere.

Carp is surrounded by Yocums.

Family time in the bike pits with Cloey, Dave and Danielle.

Todd, getting another classic "Todd shot".

Mike McCracken's Camaro caught by Todd.

Dennis Kohr's Hemi in Todd's sights.

Rob Olewiler's 70's style Pro Stock Pinto is making waves in Top ET.

The Rev's Falcon; Phil Bonner would be proud.

Kevin Little's Willys is just too cool.

It's the Duck.

Larry Johnson made the move into Mod and qualified  #1 with a .000 R/T.

Wes Garman lost a close one to Kenny with a -.013 red in the quarter finals.

Steve Retherford's sharp `68 Chevelle rag top.

Cathy Shelly's Blue Angel will be back in contention in July.

Mikey McCracken had a .002 light in qualifing.

Cait Holland

Liberti Ferster is as red head as you can get.

Wes Garman and his Ski Doo pooch

Dave Bratton took the stripe in his Firebird over Steve Lenig in round one.

Shirley Lear has her Camaro working in Hot Rod Trophy.

Tyler Thomas had one quick street legal Firebird.

Dylan Weader had a perfect .000 light in qualifing.

Gage Ross lost a close one to Liberti Ferster in round one.

Points champion, Dale Rhoads, gave up the stripe to John Watson's Riveria.

Kenny goes into 3rd gear onboard his Ninja. Note the shift light reflection.

Billy Maturo on a good pass.

It's the Kauffman motorcycle train.

Billy Nees won the Lil Beaver title in his cool sounding Pontiac 301.

"Dial-in" has became a kids favorite at the track. He'll sit up for carrots.

WINNERS CIRCLE

Samantha Dubbs came out swinging in the second series with a Top ET and an overall Top Beaver win. She's back on track to go for the lead.

2006 Bracket Finals Champion, Kenny Kauffman, celebrates with his family, and friends for his win in IHRA Bike.

The Skelly's came away with two BSD Iron Trees for their wins in TCR and Modified. Brandon is leading TCR and Wayne is second in Mod.

Rich Houser once again took the Street eliminator title in his 440 Colt.

Points leader, Al "Howdy" Judy, won the Hot Rod Trophy title in his Chevy.

Rylee Duck took her second JR title of the season. She's joined by Granddad Duck, Grandma Renninger and dad, Jeff, the Top ET points leader.

"Dancing Danae" Roles picked up her 5th JR ATV title between Friday and Sunday races. Marlee and Bob join in the celebration.