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BITS FROM THE PITS JAN 30/23 *Hope everyone has Feb 4th marked off on their calendar as it is coming fast and is the soft kick off to the 2023 racing season, with the 1st. Annual Winter Rumble Practice tree competition. Rachel and Brandon Barker of Bracket Life Brands have worked hard at this first ever event and if our practice tree competition history is any indication then there should be a BIG turnout. So mark next weekend on your calendar and also mark April 8th. as it is the next big deal on the kick off to racing season 2023. The annual Drivers meeting and practice tree competition at Busters Bar and Grill for Luskville Dragway is always a great day of fun and entertainment. *Got official word this week on a couple things out of the AMR shot this week (Atelier Mechanic Roberge) as Francois Roberge touched base with some info on 2023. First of off Francois has been hard at work on his new door car for the up coming season. The Chevelle bodied door slammer will see some action along with last years American Dragster. Francois was unsure "how many races but the plans are to do as many as possible with the two cars. Francois is also very much involved with the Monagham Team as well, and has informed us that Leah who was last years Luskville Dragway Jr. Dragster champ, will return to defend her title, but will also make as many passes as she can in the rear engine dragster with the intentions of moving to it full time in 2024. Francois has had a big impact on the racing at Luskville Dragway as they now call it home, and race there every points weekend that the track puts on. That also includes Eric Monagham and his family as well which quite often includes one or two super pro, semi pro and a jr. dragster. Luskville Dragway is very fortunate to have racers that travel so far to race at our track, and are always part of the fun going on. *Made my annual winter trip to Bradenton Motorsports Park, to watch some great Pro Mod Racing, at the all new and improved southern Florida facility, and was not disappointed with what I saw. The owners of Bradenton even though they are fighting a new housing subdivision wanting to build in their back yard has spent a ton of money to greatly improve their race track. Major league grandstands, lots of pit paving, an all new concrete starting line, and much more was nice to see and a good sign for the future of drag racing in this area, and a good sign for anyone in this business. Over 40 Pro Mods plus one exhibition Pro Mod trying to set the world quarter mile ET and Speed for a door car was part of the day of racing. Also ran into some Super tour Racers from the Quebec City area so was able to do some bench racing as well as watch some real stuff. As much as I enjoyed it, I have to be honest I get just as excited watching the racing that goes on at our own track especially on big weekends, watching the people that you know and call friends is as or more enjoyable these days i have to admit.
AYLMER AUTO PERFORMANCE RETURNS AS TITLE RIGHTS HOLDER TO SEMI PRO IN 2023: JAN 30/23 Rai Pillwien the owner of Aylmer Auto Performance taken a few season off from racing, he did not how ever take off any advertising support for Luskville Dragway. And Rai will be not only returning as a major advertiser again in 2023, but he along with his Son Dan who does the driving plan on doing some racing this season as well. And with that as a back drop we are very pleased to announce that Rai has committed for the fourth year in a row to carry the title rights to the Semi Pro Points Championship at Luskville Dragway. So as we head into our third season on the new track, and many more improvements, we do it with great support for the semi pro cars again in 2023 thanks to Rai.  Aylmer Auto Performance does much more than performance work as its main stay is regular automotive repair, specializing in Transmissions and Performance. If you have ever had the pleasure of seeing either of Rai's two immaculate Chevy Race Cars you will understand, when we say this business man is methodical with everything he touches,  including his race cars or your ride. Since becoming involved with Luskville Dragway what seems like many years ago now, Aylmer Performance Automotive has gotten more involved with Performance Parts and supplies as well, and today can get you just about anything you need from a Helmet, too a safety Jacket to a set of tires. Rai who along with his Son Dan, a Jr. Dragster graduate run their 67 Chevy II in the regular weekly Semi Pro Program, and everyone once and a while bring out the 1970 Big Block Nova to tear up some pavement. We can not thank Aylmer Auto Performance enough for their support and urge all to support those that support our sport and our track. A number of semi pro racers pretty much call Aylmer Auto Performance home, as Rai does so much to assist all involved with our track. A side note is that Rai's son Dan who is considered one of the best semi pro drivers any where, got a chance in 2022 to showcase his talent driving Bob Therien's Ford Semi Pro car, and did so by taking it to the winners circle.
BRACKETLIFE BRAND JOINS THE LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY MARKETING FAMILY AGAIN IN 2023: Jan 30/23 I think it is safe to say that Bracketlife Brands has had an impact on the local drag racing crowd, in fact most of the drag racing crowd in Ontario and Quebec and elsewhere. You would find it very hard to go to one of the local races with out seeing MANY racers, crew members and spectators wearing some of their very popular gear. Brandon Barker and Rachel Ogilvie Barker have done a masterful job of marketing their product and it tells by the number of shirts, hats and hoodies you see at the race track. Luskville Dragway is a prime example wear on any given race day you see many if not most of the race teams with someone wearing some of the Bracket Life Brand Stuff. And this is just another example of how this current major advertiser takes advantage of getting their name out their and in a very smart fashion. The team has also added a Bracket Life Talk Program to their program and it too has become a very popular off season deal. The show features Brandon and Southern Ontario Drag Racer elite Andrew Strick. The team have garnered a large following with their bye weekly program, talking everything Canadian Bracket Racing. Bracket Life Brands will also for the first time hold an off season Practice Tree Competition this February which by all accounts is going to be BIG.  Bracket Life Brands as they did the past two years will play a major part in the 2023 racing program at Luskville Dragway by being a major marketing partner once again this season.
SOME NEW BIG DOG ENTREE'S, BARKING AT A WIN IN 2023. JAN 30/23 Winning the Busters Big Dog Shootout is probably the most prestige's event Luskville Dragway produces, yes winning the Bonanza is special, but now a days you have three chances to do that over the long weekend in August. So this week we have heard a lot of "Barking" about who is going to win or not, and we add a number of names of those that have not done that just yet, in fact a few who have never even ran in this big deal. Paul Huneault a every weekend regular back in the 80's made a return to the drag racing wars at Luskville Dragway in 2022 and has added his name to the dragster side of things. Back when Paul was a regular the Bonanza started out as a one day affair and a big dog shootout was something NO one could have even dreamed of back then. The next pair of are door cars and both run out of the KD Transmissions Shop in Belleville, Ontario, John Golka the owner of KD and good friend Butch Douglas will both be a force to reckon with. Johnny who is very much involved with Luskville Dragway is the title rights holder to DRAG WEEK 2023, and would like nothing better than to walk away with the Wally and the $10,000. that goes with it. Butch Douglas has had a variety of cars over the last few years but has settled on the Olds Door car for his attack on the 2023 racing. Up next is a couple of Northern, Ontario drivers as Lewis Gagne of North Bay and Ed Loftstrom from Sault St. Marie will try to put their mark on the history of the big dog. Lewis played a pivotal spot in the installation of the new concrete barriers at Luskville Dragway as he had his company transport 14 loads of barriers from Montreal to the race track in Luskville. Lewis is also no stranger to big dollar wins, and will be one of the dragster drivers to watch. As far as watching we are not sure if we will be watching Loftstrom in his traditional neon green Firebird or the brand new Diamond Dragster that he has purchased this past off season. Last but not least is the original winner of the Big Dog, Ralph Coe who won the event back in 2009 when we first started running the race. Ralph is another one of the racers that plays a big part in how Luskville Dragway looks, as his company Trillium Pave Mark does all the line painting at the track and always has the place looking great for the Bonanza and the Busters Big Dog Shootout every year.
BITS FROM THE PITS JAN 30/23 *Wally's, Wally's, Wally's will be the name of the game this season as we will be presenting more of these very famous trophies than in any other year. First of all thanks to Dave Rennie Autocare we will be presenting all winners of the Little Bracket with Wally's, Super Pro, Semi Pro and Jrs. Thanks to Roberge Mechanical we will be adding another Jr. Dragster Wally Weekend in conjunction with his weekend. The Bonanza will see Wally's for Super Pro, Semi Pro, and Jrs. for the the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of that weekend. The Honeywell Works Wally Weekend will also see the King of the Track Winner receive a Wally, like they have for the past number of years. *As we posted on our Facebook page last Wednesday, there will be some small changes to the Luskville Dragway Track Schedule for 2023, as we work to accommodate the Super Tour Series and the Money Tour" at other tracks. We are fortunate in the fact that we can do that, and will do what ever it takes to  help out drag racing in our area, and we believe it will. There could be some news out of the North as well, that could affect our scheduling but that too is still up in the air, stay tuned. We are hoping to have all scheduling in place very soon so everyone can make their plans for what I believe will be the biggest season for Luskville Dragway EVER. *Stay tuned we could be hauling into town with a brand new advertiser for Luskville Dragway, fingers crossed hoping for the best as we work hard at making Luskville Dragway Bigger & Better". *Scott Wilson called this week to let us know that he has purchased Russ Adams back up motor to put in the undercover dragster he bought a year ago and will return to the race track this summer. Scott had planned on being out in 2022, but the construction of his brand new building for his business took a lot more time than he expected, and that had to be priority number one. Scott has been a very good supporter of Luskville Dragway when he was racing and when he was not racing and we are all looking forward to his return to the Drag Racing wars. Scott's son Jacob was also a force in racing at Luskville Dragway and during his Jr. Dragster days was a tuff driver to beat.
AUTOVATION INC. INKS ANOTHER ADVERTISING DEAL WITH LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY: JAN 23/23 We are extremely pleased to announce that AUTOVATION INC. will celebrate 15 years of advertising support at Luskville Dragway the NHRA Sanctioned drag racing facility just outside of Ottawa. Derek Lamoureux is not just the owner of Autovation Inc. he is a hands on technician who makes sure everything leaving the shop in done right and the costumer is happy with all aspects of the work. Autovation is your complete automotive service facility with all the necessary equipment and diagnostics tools to repair all makes and models. Our service staff will help you plan for your automotive service needs and place you in the right direction. They appreciate your feedback on their services so please feel free to e-mail them at info@autovation.ca This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call them at 613-831-8714 with any concerns you may have. Autovation Inc. has been providing great service and exceptional value since October 2nd, 2002.  The exceptional work that comes out of the shop has brought them to 8 bays and 5,000 square feet. The team includes 6 motivated people: three Class A Licensed technicians, Derek Lamoureux, Lee Barnes and Cory Smith, and Dylan Buch, who sits at the service-counter/front-desk. In the background, our office managers Krystina Harris and Sean Gilchrist keep the paperwork flowing.  Together they can meet and exceed your expectation in automotive service. Our service team will go to any length to ensure a proper repair with an honest price. Autovation provides a host of specialty services from aftermarket exhaust fabrication to performance upgrades. Autovation is able to provide services that not only fit your budget, but also meet your performance goals as well. Derek Lamoureux is also an innovator when it comes to pushing the bar when it comes to performance and can quite often be found testing his work at Luskville Dragway or other motorsports venues in our area. Yes this is a shop that is more than your average shop and is definitely run by car guys. We are also very pleased to announce that the BMW Club of Ottawa, which Autovation is involved with also, will hold a day at the track, organized by Autovation INC.
AUTO TRIM DESIGN "WRAPS" UP A DEAL WITH LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY AGAIN FOR 2023: Auto Trim Design is located at 1444 Cyrville Road, Ottawa, Ontario 613-769-1575. Mike Piecki the owner of Auto Trim Design is definitely a car guy and is very much involved with performance cars.   Mike is responsible for all the great signage you see at Luskville Dragway, as well as a number of cars that carry a Auto Trim Design full wrap. Besides supporting Luskville Dragway the Auto Trim Design can be seen as support on Terry Miron's winning dragster as well as Arnie Malcolm's gorgeous golf cart. Auto Trim Design & Signs is also  an official distributor of WEST CAN Manufacturing Products; a contractor’s choice for mobile storage solutions. Shelving is the starting point for all mobile work vehicles. Auto Trim Design is also an official Rhino Truck Liner supplier. The cool think about dealing with Mike is the fact that he loves cars, racing and car shows and that shows in his work and his response to getting your stuff done. Mike is also a music lover and can be found at Blues Fest each and every summer as well, but lets face it fast cars and music have always gone together. So once again this season we are proud to say that Auto Trim Design is the official graphic supplier for Luskville Dragway, Support those that Support Luskville Dragway. Update check out the new Trailer wrap on one of the ADM Motorsports trailers, and the new wrap that will be unveiled on the new Auto Trim Design Semi Pro Dodge this spring.
BIG DOG TAKES ON A FAMILY AFFAIR THIS WEEK, AS 8 THROW THEIR NAMES IN THE WAR: JAN 23/23 This is a busy week for the Busters Big Dog list as 8 new faces will take their place on the High Roller Page for the race that is the Thursday portion of the Bracket Bonanza Weekend. This week also is a perfect example of racing families, as the 8 new teams represent 3 different families, which is what Drag Racing is famous for. First off is the race team that is known as the Dragster Family, The Ogilvie's from Jasper, Ontario. Mike Ogilvie, the main force behind the race team leads the way with his wife and partner Vicki Ogilvie right beside him. Vicki picked up her first win in 2022 in her Tire Discounter Dragster and that is just a taste of what many believe is in store for her. Mike who drives one of the tracks very fastest super charged dragster is a force to reckon with anytime he takes to the track, and will have a busy weekend with all the regular races plus all the add on ones. And being busy is an mild statement for Mike, as both Daughters will be on the list as well to try and be the first Ogilvie to win the Big Dog. Former Super Pro Track Champ Ashley Ogilvie as well as sister Rachel Ogilvie Barker will be trying to add a females name to the Championship Trophy. Joining this family will be the Bros Barker as Daniel and Brandon Barker have both added their Bracket Life Brand sponsored dragsters into the battle royal. Brandon who has won just about everything, has not won the Big Dog and he very much wants to, and wants to this summer. Another pair of Brothers have joined the parade as well, as former Jr. Dragster Track Champ Landyn Urslak will be joined by older brother Kayle in a double Urslak attack on the Busters Big Dog. The second car which is a Undercover dragster that was bought a few years ago has not seen much action because of engine woes. Team owner and part time driver Randy has informed me that a brand new engine will go in the car this season which should make them see a lot more action with car #2. A pair of door cars add their names to the list this week, which just happens to be a family affair as well. Long time Luskville Dragway regular Dale Gauthier will be joined by his son as they try to double up and win the Busters Big Dog for the first time for either one. Dale like Dave Rennie are two racers who where both racing at Luskville Dragway when we took over back in 1980. Filling out the top 32 cars is Dave and Pam Rennie, which is a full story in its own, Dave returning a few years ago, and with in a very short period of time going on to win the Super Tour Super Pro Championship. And then to be joined by his wife Pam Rennie two years ago winning Rookie of the year in her first season ever in a rear engine dragster. So as we get close to closing out January and getting much closer to race season, we have already hit 32 cars on the list, (and many more already committed), Could we go over 100 super pro cars again this season which would only be the second time ever for the Tour or Luskville Dragway, "I think its possible"
BITS FROM THE PITS JAN 16/23 *If you have been following our reserved parking spots posts this off season you have probably noticed a significant number of new names taking some of the pit spots. This is a group of drivers from Royon Noranda Quebec and area who have over the years made the long trip to Luskville Dragway. These drivers are all making a concerted effort to support not just Luskville Dragway but also the Canadian Bracket Super Tour events in particular. They like people like Jonathan Roy have a six hour trip or more to make their way to Luskville Dragway, but it is the closet NHRA Track to them. These guys have a small track in their area that operates as well in the racing season but does not race every weekend giving them an opportunity to travel and take in some new racing. Many have indicated they will take part in Drag Week like Yvan Grenier, who has also added a new car to his drag racing wars this summer. Like Yvan Stephan St. Amore, has also purchased a new Super Pro Nova to tackle the competition with this season, and take a stab at the Super Tour. *And with the good news in the story above, comes the bad news in this story. A bit of a surprise this week as I touched base with the Quinton Family, formerly of Vermont and what their racing plans where for 2023. Well turns out they wont be racing in our area anymore as they no longer live in Vermont but have moved to Virginia, and warmer weather. Tim Quinton and his son Cole have been to Luskville Dragway numerous times as well as many other stops on the Super Tour. However the lure of warmer weather for more of the year and a closer proximity to more Super Class Racing lured the Boys further south. The Quinton's where always a pleasure to have at the track and will me missed, Cole did say they would venture North once and while to race just to see old friends.   *If you have not seen We dropped the Super Tour Schedule this week, so we will be making some small changes in the Luskville Dragway Schedule, Please stay tuned.
D&D PERFORMANCE LEAD THE WAY WITH PERFORMANCE RACE ENGINES: JAN 16/23 Not many things last as long as the support that D&D Performance of Chesterville, Ontario as shown for Luskville Dragway and the many racers and fans that frequent the more than 50 year old NHRA Drag Strip in Luskville Quebec. D&D Performance and Luskville Dragway have drawn parallel lines in longevity, growth, as well as marketing partnerships since the track was build in 1969. Rolly Doucette and the late Ed Decooman the owners of this very successful performance and race engine shop now located in Chesterville, Ontario, where some of the original drag racers from this area. These two where some of the first to come through the gates way back when Luskville Dragway opened in 1969. Both of these fine gentleman are now members of the Canadian Drag Racing hall of Fame as well as their fame for building winning race engines. So these are two gentleman who have watched drag racing and Luskville Dragway go through many changes over the years, as has D&D Performance. Things are much different today than when they started out in small Sunoco gas station in Gatineau, Quebec. But one thing has not changed and that is their support and dedication to Luskville Dragway and many drag racers across the country. Many other things have changed but one thing has not, and that is the fact that D&D can be found at Luskville Dragway many weekends helping out their customers in anyway they can. One of the D's in D& D, Ed Decooman passed away a year ago but D&D continue to build some of the best race engines not only in our area but across Ontario and Quebec.  One only needs to look around the list of winners to quickly see that this is a shop that produces top quality winning combinations, just ask drivers like Jamie Tupper, Derek Malcolm,(7 Time Super Pro track Champion) The Ogilvie's including 2020 Super Pro Track Champ Ashley,  Russ Adams, Troy Davis (2021 Track Champ), Mike Chenier, Darren Frasso, Al Ray, Dale Gauthier and the list goes on and on. Now don't think for a moment that they only build drag racing engines as many a street car performers come out of this shop as well, as do boat engines and truck and tractor pulling bullets. D&D Performance as you can tell has always been a big part of Luskville Dragway and that partnership continues into 2023 with their advertising support, and their support of the Napa Auto Parts Fall Bracket Finals/Super Tour, Sept 1,2,3.
DSE BECOMES NEWEST MEMBER OF THE LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY ADVERTISING FAMILY: JAN 16/23 Dave Strick Enterprises has been a well known name in the world of Canadian Drag Racing, and especially in Southern Ontario where this performance oriented shop is located. Dave was also a very well known and successful drag racer who for many years competed at local race tracks as well as venturing out to NHRA National events at other tracks. Fact is I had the pleasure of competing in Super Gas Eliminator back in the day with Dave Stirk, at tracks like Sanair and Cayuga. These Days the driving duties are left to second generation Andrew Stirk who has picked up right where his Dad left off with the winning ways. Andrew is considered one of the best racers when it comes to the Super Pro and Semi Pro racing with his two car team. DSE has had many a race car over the days from Camaro's, to the famous Cavalier Super Gas Car, to the Corvette Roadster and Mustang that Andrew competes in today. Andrew made his first trip to Luskville Dragway in 2022 for Drag Week and the Bracket Bonanza and quite frankly like the place very much, so made a return trip for the Fall Super Tour Race. At that time he made it clear he would like to get more involved, and would like to take a personal parking spot along with some advertising dollars to help the track. This is very exciting for Luskville Dragway and very much welcomed, as will the Stirk Family this season, it also makes for some great bench racing of old times as Dave Stirk is always along side his son when he travels. DSE Automotive Ltd is an independently owned & operated automotive repair facility founded in 1979 by owner David Stirk. DSE Automotive is located at 473034 County Road 11 in Orangeville and provides complete automotive service and scheduled maintenance to passenger cars & light trucks. I know that everyone along with myself welcomes the Stirk Family to the Luskville Dragway Family.
USA INVADES LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY FOR THE  BIG DOG THIS SEASON: JAN 16/23 Canada's Busters Bar Big Dog, is invaded by our American friends this week as we leave our "Covid" summers behind us and welcome back some racers who have not been here for quite a while. Frank Mark who has been a mainstay of the Bracket Bonanza for as long as most racers can remember has been away since 2020 when the pandemic hit. Frank is not only a winner of a number of Big Dogs but is also a driver who has won the Bracket Bonanza as much or more than anyone else. Of course where Frank Sr. goes so does Frank Jr. who is also a winner of the Busters Big Dog race, and will try and add to that as well in 2023. Frank Mark does not just bring a winning edge to the event, he also brings a lot of excitement, as I think its safe to say Sr. is very out spoken, and has many "Canucks" gunning for him in a fun way. Yes Fun is one thing Frank is famous for, and I could write a book of stories on all of those times. Joining our friend from New Jersey is Vermont's Robbie Martell who was new to Luskville in 2022 but very quickly became part of the Luskville Dragway family and along with his lady friend Julie MacDonald are a joy to have at the track. Robbie also brings a winning way to the event as well bagging the last big dollar race at Luskville in 2022. This dragster driver is someone to watch and will bring a extra US challenge for this years Bonanza.
BITS FROM THE PITS JAN 9/23 *I think it is safe to say that we pride ourselves on very good traction at Luskville Dragway and Derek will be the first to tell you that the traction compound we use plays a part in that. And with all the scares last year about a traction compound shortage we where very lucky not to be affected thanks to our supplier. Well we can tell you that our supplier has come through again this season and right now we have 12 barrels in storage for 2023. It takes a lot of work to get the traction that we have become known for and more importantly the consistency of the traction as well, the scraping the cleaning, the dragging and the spraying all play a part, but with out the compound it would all be for not, so we are in good shape heading into the spring. We hope this sends a signal to the racers that we are serious about great traction consistently each and every weekend, BE THERE. *Could be something exciting added to the 2023 schedule as work in on going for the possibility of a HUGE car show at Luskville Dragway stay tuned as the work is on going. *Don't forget to mark the Bracket Life Brand Winter Rumble Practice Tree Competition on your calendar for February, for more info contact Brandon or Rachel Barker. *This is a double heads up, Brandon & Rachel Barker are now the proud owners of a winning semi pro car that if it does not sell, will make Luskville Dragway its permanent home. The couple bought this car, enclosed trailer and Motorhome with the hopes of keeping it locally, and with the hopes that someone would want to get into the sport and semi pro racing. The car is a winning combination with a number of wins and many round wins under its belt. If the car does not sell then Brandon fully plans on racing it in semi pro, wonder if we can get a few more super pro drivers to do this??
BUSTERS BAR AND GRILL CONTINUES AS OFFICIAL SPORTS BAR OF LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY: JAN 9/23 One of the things you will here said over and over again, is racers from Luskville Dragway take their racing very seriously, but they also take their having fun just as serious once the racing is over. And part of that fun includes the great times we have had at Busters Bar & Grill, located at their new location off the Hazeldean Rd at Eagleson. Whether its back to the bar parties, drivers meetings, after hockey get together or the annual Winter Practice Tree competition, Steve and Louise the owners of Busters go out of their way to make sure everyone has a great time. A sports bar that has supported Luskville Dragway for 11 years now, and also supported ADM Motorsports when we ran the stock car track in Ottawa, Busters is a great supporter of Motorsports too say the least. Next up is the Annual Drivers Meeting and membership drive (April 9th) and event that we believe will be the biggest ever this year, with all the excitement surrounding the up coming season, be there for sure. Yes Busters is the place to be if you are part of the good times that Luskville Dragway try's hard to bring about, and they play a big part in that. Busters Bar and Grill besides holding title rights as the official sports bar, also holds rights to the Busters Big Dog Shoot Out August 3rd. 2023, and the Busters Bar and Grill Cruise Night May 20th. Remember to support those that support us, and if your looking for a great place for  great atmosphere, great food and cold beer Busters is the place for you. Just a reminder that Busters has live music every Friday night and sometimes on Saturday nights. Don't forget to mark Drivers meeting, Practice Tree Competition April 8th.
MORE BIG DOG JOIN THE PARTY FOR AUGUST 3RD. 2023. Jan 09.23 Dragsters take back to limelight this week as 2021 Track Champ and Super Tour Super Pro  Champ has added his name to the list for the Big Dog Shootout on August 3rd. 2023. Terry Miron who has been a major force after buying the Diamond Dragster that he currently competes with and will be a factor in the 2023 Big Dog. Terry has been very competitive since moving to the Diamond Chassis Dragster but still needs to add the big dog to his list of accomplishments and hopes to do that this year. Joining Terry with his second entree in the big dog is Luskville Dragway Driver of the year Mike Chenier, this time around its his undercover supercharged dragster that takes the spot. Chenier who is a major player both on and off the track at Luskville Dragway is like Terry, has never won the big dog and "will be looking" to change that this year. Joining this weeks fray into the the long straight and narrow cars is Randy Bellefeuille and his Bonanza winning S&W car. Not sure who will be doing the drving in the Big Dog as Randy's son Brody tries to become the main driver after his big win in 2022. Our finally entree on the dragster side this week is another double up, as Kyle Jessup will bring his undercover car to the dragster side of the ladder for the big dog race. Kyle who is also wheeling the ADM Motorsports Corvette will be one of many drivers who will bring more than one car to the party.
BITS FROM THE PITS JAN 2/23 *Hope everyone had a great holiday and a break from the racing news, but its time to get back at it and we have some big dates to mark on your calendar right now. Mark February 4th on your Calendar for the inaugural Bracket Life Brands Practice Tree Competition. More than one big dollar payout for top bulb and even some bottom bulb stuff as well being presented by Brandon & Rachel Barker in Belleville. You can then mark April 8th on your reminder list as Luskville Dragway will hold its annual Drivers Meeting at Busters Sports Bar in Kanata, this too will see the second practice tree competition as Derek & Troy present their version of winter fun. A few weeks after that Luskville Dragway will open its doors for the 2023 racing season with some test and tune days and a number of cruise nights before the official Season kick off racing the long weekend in May. LETS GO RACING! *Stay tuned for some exciting news surrounding the Speedy Auto Service Special Weekend at Luskville Dragway, you wont be disappointed. Mike Chenier the owner of the Speedy Auto Service in Gatineau has been a veteran supporter of Luskville Dragway so we plan on turning his weekend into something special. *A couple of things to get caught up on now that the new year is here. If you want your name and pic on the Big Dog please let us know as we are now doing write ups on those that plan on competing for the $10,000. Busters Big Dog Shootout and this years Bracket Bonanza. Also if you want your parking spot from 2022 moved into 2023 please let us know (many have already), we are not taking payments until April 8th. just want to know if you want the same spot as we have plenty of people looking for spots. *Need all super pro drivers to mark June 17th on their calendar as NHRA will once again be at Luskville Dragway to SFI cars. This is something that we have been a little absent from, especially during the past few years with Covid affecting everything that we do. However this is a very important aspect to our sport and the safety of our cars. And yes I full understand that anyone can change anything after the SFI is done, but it is crucial that we start with the basics and that is if your car requires SFI certification then you need to have it done. So please get your name on the list as we will have many cars needing to be done so the line will be long. We will also be pushing for license for those that require them in cars that are fast enough to require them.
KD TRANSMISSION BACK ON BOARD AND BIGGER THAN EVER: JAN 02/23 We are extremely pleased to welcome K-D Transmission of Belleville, Ontario back in 2023 to Luskville Dragway marketing family, and bigger than ever for his 3rd season with us. This second generation business is owned by John Golka a second generation drag racer, following in his fathers Don Golka's footsteps. Johnny is also following in his fathers footsteps business wise, has he took over the daily operations of the family Business located at 68 Dundas St. West in Belleville, Ontario. The shop which has been in the Golka Family since 1965 has been around longer than Luskville Dragway, but the family made Luskville Dragway part of their stops when it opened in 1969. The younger Golka who started working at the shop in 2001, took over the day to day operations in 2014 and has not looked back since. K-D Transmissions obviously specialize in Transmissions and are very involved with many of the local drag racers from the Belleville area. These however like many business's these days have become very diversified with regular automotive repair and detailing. This keeps the staff of 6 pretty busy and the shop has been going strong. The Golka's have a very diversified history in the drag racing world as well, and were involved with one of Canada's premier drag racers in the early years Dave Benn and his "Gentle Ben Ford Mustang Factory Race car. Golka's could be seen at many tracks with Benn back in the days, including Quinte Dragway (Mohawk) near their home town of Belleville as well as Luskville Dragway, Cayuga and others. So it was only natural that Father Don would take up the sport and then Johnny himself would move behind the wheel of a drag car. Being a transmission specialist makes it just make sense that many drag racers (and stock car guys) in the Belleville area would rely on K-D Transmissions for the racing needs. The list of who uses their trans is very large and contains many winning names of races and championships. Drivers like Butch Douglas (Super Tour Champion) Brandon Barker (Many Time Big Dollar Winner) and others which include Dale Gauthier, and the Al Ray Family. K-D does not just do drag race transmissions as a number of stock car racers also rely on this shop on Dundas Street in Belleville. Once again we remind everyone to support those that support drag racing in our area. K-D Transmission became a new advertiser in 2021, and will continue that support in 2023 and will once again allow Luskville Dragway to crown a dragster champ and a door car champ with both winning top title prize money. But new in 2023, KD will also take the title rights to the Drag Week which features the Dave Rennie Autocare Little Bonanza, the Bracket Bonanza as well as everything that goes on during the week. This along with the support of others will allow us for the first time ever to run for $10,000. to win super pro 6 times during those 9 days. It will also allow us to pay $5000. to the winner of Semi Pro on the Saturday of the Bracket Bonanza. This will make this race week the biggest payout event any where in Canada and allow the Bracket Bonanza to keep the title of "the oldest" the richest" "the best" Bracket Race in Canada.
THE BIG DOG WILL BE "VETTING" SOME NEW ENTREE'S IN 2023, WITH VETTE'S: JAN 02/23 As we head into yet another year, and head down the hill to spring the big dog is heating up even if the weather outside is not. There is a lot of excitement surrounding the new season and the race programs that have been put forth in it, including the Busters Big Dog $10,000. Shootout. The first name on the list will be doing so with a brand new ride for 2023, Napierville Super Pro Points Champ Dan Lanctot will take on all with his brand new 1963 Suncoast Corvette Roadster, which is a beauty. Danny who is well known for beautiful cars has once again done it with this new purchase, which happened at the end of last year. The red beauty will have a number of other vets to take on as Julie Dube will also be in the mix with her similar looking 1963 Roadster. Also entering the Frey will be another red Vette but this one a newer style as Tom Orr will bring his roadster to the gun fight loaded and ready to fire more than one shot if needed. The final Corvette on the list this week is not a roadster but it is a Vette that did more winning than any other last year, and helped to propel Mike Chenier to 2022 Driver of the year. Yes Mike's multi colored car which was painted by his lady friend Francine, will be one to watch for, Mike showed that he can put a very fast door car in the winners circle and will be trying hard to win his first ever Busters Big Dog Shootout.
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