9/3/2019
Jon LaForest wins in the Mike Estrada State Farm Ins 4/6 Cylinder Enduro
Kevin Chaffe wins #4 in the Sabil & Sons DIRTcar Sportsman Modifieds, Melvin Pierson win#2 in the DIRTcar Sportsman Coupes, Ryan Christian scores #7 win the C.A. Miller Limited Late Models, and Jason Porter #5 in the Peanuts Auto Four Cylinders.
It’s not over till it’s over and in the DIRTcar Sabil & Sons Sportsman Modifieds Matt Lashua looked like he was going to be able to hold on for his third win, but Kevin Chaffee was having nothing of it. Working his way from the back of the pack Chaffee was able to make his move on Lashua late in the race taking over the point. When the checkers waved Lashua was able to hang on for second with Jordan Fornwalt crossing the line in third right on his heals. Tanner Siemons and Steve Flint with a great performance completed the top five.
In the Wells River Chevrolet DIRTcar Sportsman Coupes Melvin Pierson coming from the back was able to beat out Brian Chaffee for his second win of the season with Todd Hayward crossing the line in third. Jason Horniak and Tadd Kingsbury rounded out the top five.
The USAC DMA Midgets were off and will return to action next week September 7, 2019
In the C.A. Miller Limited Late Models Flying Ryan Christian grabbed another win over Ryan Avery who was in the house to have some fun. That would mean that the third place across the line John Neddo would be awarded 2nd place points, and the fourth place driver 3rd etc. After the race the winner would stand with Christian passing tech and the win. The second across the line Avery, was not in it for points, and the third across the line was Neddo ended up disqualified after post race tech. the Final finish of the event will be Christian first, Travis Smith Second and Tyler Tremblay third. Tyler Maxham and Thomas Coates rounded out the top five.
The Peanuts Auto Four Cylinders saw a big shake up when the points leader had a bit of misfortune in the semi. Buddy Welch was able to get his machine back together for the feature, but unfortunately was unable to make any serious attempt to make it to the front. Jason Porter was ready to check in on Welch’s misfortune. Coming from the back of the pack he was able to grab the win, his fifth of the season. Garrett Brown with his best performance crossed the line in second with Tim St. John in third. Robert Audet and Riley Chaffee completed the top five.
The Twin State Dirt Stocks were here for another event. Todd Dunham grabs another win Lucas Wheeler coming home in second and Keith Nelson in third. Matt Piper and Michael Dennis rounded out the top five.
The Mike Estrada State Farm 4/6 Cylinder Enduro provided plenty of excitement for the fans with flips, spins, rollovers and fires over the course of their 75 lap main event. It is all about stamina and perseverance when it comes to making it to the top five. When the checkers waved Jon LaForest was able to grab the win with Chris Mooney in second and Dan Allard third. Phillip Basalder and Shawn Bell rounded out the top five.
Bear Ridge Speedway’s 52nd season of dirt car racing continues Saturday, September 7, 2019 with our “Bullies Suck Night” sponsored by Staunch Security, featuring a full card of racing for the 99Rock weekly racing series, with the Sabil & Sons DIRTcar Sportsman Modifieds, Wells River Chevrolet DIRTcar Sportsman Coupes, USAC DMA Midgets, C.A. Miller Inc Limited Late Models, and the Peanuts Auto Four Cylinders. This will be a double points night for the USAC DMA Midgets.
General admission pricing for the 99Rock Weekly Racing Series is $10 for adults (age 18-61), $8 teens (12-17) and seniors (62+), and $2 for children; Visa and MasterCard are accepted. Racing begins at the famous “6:00-ish” start time.
Bear Ridge Speedway is as an alcohol-free family friendly entertainment spot, with our goal to make each experience at the Ridge better than the last. Remember “Dirt where every lap is the last lap” we continue to offer the best source of good inexpensive high-quality entertainment for families.
Bear Ridge Speedway is located off exit 16 of I91 on to Rte 25 west 1 mile to South Road up the hill to Kidder Rd. The green will wave every Saturday at 6:00 pm(ish). Be sure to check the web www.bearridgespeedway.com Questions can be sent to brsdirt@charter.net
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