TEST 'n' TUNE BLACK FLAGGED
EDMONTON, AB (April 21) – The Oval test ‘n’ tune scheduled for this Saturday (April 25th) at Castrol Raceway has been cancelled. “Castrol Raceway track officials had their meeting today (Tuesday),” says NPP Series announcer Gord Craig, “it was decided that it would be in the best interests of all competitors not to hold a test ‘n’ tune this Saturday.” Very little snow remains at the track site but the remnants of a cold winter still remain. “Facility preparations continue for the season opener,” adds Miller, “it’s been a long off season for everyone and we can’t wait for the green flag to drop.” Part of the facility preparations include the reworking of the new pit area outside the oval track.
Even though it looks dry, there is still plenty of frost under the Castrol Raceway Oval racing surface (photo’s taken April 21st)
“Northern Provincial Pipelines is helping with the basic groundwork of the new oval pit area,” says Craig, “pitting inside the oval was getting just a little too crowded with all the bigger race car haulers. The NPP Series and the other racing divisions are very happy with the move. There will be a lot more space for maneuvering by pitting outside of the oval.”
Castrol Raceway’s kicks off its 19th season of oval racing when the 2009 season begins on May 2nd. The Northern Provincial Pipelines Late Model Series celebrates its 9th consecutive season of racing action this year. Castrol Raceway is once again the home track for Canada richest short track series on the dirt.
LOOKING AHEAD……..
Saturday, April 25th Castrol Raceway – Edmonton (Test ‘n’ tune)
Saturday, May 2nd Castrol Raceway – Edmonton (2009 Season Opener)
Saturday, May 16th Bridge County Raceway – Lethbridge
Sunday, May 17th Bridge County Raceway – Lethbridge
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