8/22/2017
Salina Highbanks Speedway
Ameri-Flex Challenge II Presented By Grand National Trailer Takes Place At The Salina Highbanks Saturday
Tulsa Okla. (August 22, 2017) - Last season, the Ameri-Flex / OCRS sprint car series raised eyebrows with its first rendering of the Ameri-Flex Challenge, a 14-car, 15-lap shootout that paid Sean McClelland $5,000 for his last lap pass to win. Over the next off-season, pencils scribbled on paper till another plan came to fruition.
Now comes the newest creation of a huge payday for the series as this Saturday night, the Salina Highbanks Speedway will host the Ameri-Flex Challenge II presented by Grand National Trailer as part of the Oklahoma Open Wheel Thunder Nationals that will also feature the sprint cars of the ASCS Red River Region.
$3,000 to win and $1,000 to start is all on the table for the Ameri-Flex / OCRS teams that qualified for this event through a set protocol during the early - mid part of the racing season. While the 2016 version of the Ameri-Flex Challenge bore the highest paying amount to win in series history, the 2017 edition will be the highest paying single program event in history with over $18,700 on the table for the taking. In addition to the cash offerings, the teams will draw for several contingency prizes after the event to enhance its value even further!
Whit Gastneau comes into the event with a hot hand as he scored his first win of the season at the Thunderbird Speedway last weekend in thrilling fashion. Gastineau will have his hands full with the likes of series points leader Zach Chappell, who has tallied 7 top-5 finishes in the 9 events held. Then there's Alex Sewell who has racked up a top-5 in all 7 of the events he has entered including two wins for the season.
Early season points leader Shane Sellers, 2-time defending champion Robert Sellers and last year's highest collector of victory lane hardware, Sheldon Barksdale, are just a few of the others that will vie for the $3,000 winners purse. The format for the Ameri-Flex Challenge II presented by Grand National Trailer will see the drivers compete in heat races, qualifiers and climaxing the big money show with a 25-lap main event.
In addition to the ASCS sprint cars, the Kansas Antique Racers (KAR) will perform with their racing machines from the past. The speedway will also run the pure stocks as well. Hot laps will be at 6:30 with racing starting at 7pm.
Appreciation Of The Massive Kind
This weekends event at the Salina Highbanks took a collective team of people to bring this event to life. It is for this very fact that series officials expresses their sincere gratitude to the following:
Corvan & Logan Robison of Ameri-Flex Hose & Accessories
Brandon Williams of Grand National Trailer
Tom Lorenz of Smiley's Racing Products
Rick & Rita Whitehead of Drive Shafts Inc.
Mike DeVore of H&R Block
Dan Musselman of Maxim Racing
Doug Schoenfeld of Schoenfeld Headers
Pat Grady of Amsoil (Grady Oil Co.)
Bob Douglass of Rod End Supply
And....... a special thank you to Dave Bohannon, Keith Sanders and Bryce Hall of the Salina Highbanks Speedway & Finishline Restaurant. Thanks to everyone of you for your support!
It's been talked up and hyped up all season.......
Now it's time to get after it and race for some serious cash & contingency product!
What: Oklahoma Open Wheel Thunder Nationals featuring the Ameri-Flex Challenge II presented by Grand National Trailer
With: ASCS Red River Region Sprint cars, Kansas Antique Racers and Pure Stocks
When: Saturday August 26, 2017
Where: Salina Highbanks Speedway / Salina Oklahoma
Time: Gates open at 5pm (pit gates 3 pm) / Hot laps at 6:30pm / Racing begins at 7pm (OCRS drivers meeting at 5:45pm)
Tickets: Adult General Admission: $20 / Seniors: $17 / Kids: $10 / Pit Pass: $35
Location: Racetrack sits directly on Highway 20 between Pryor and Salina.
Track Phone: (918) 434-RACE (7223)
Track Website: www.salinahighbanksspeedway.com
About the Ameri-Flex / OCRS Series -
Established in 2002, the Tulsa OK based Ameri-Flex / OCRS series sanctions dirt track sprint car racing in the southern region of the central plains. Fan appeal and quality race teams, combined with our solid core of supporting sponsors are the nucleus of the series. Thrilling competition providing the ultimate quality family entertainment is the essence of what the Ameri-Flex / OCRS series is all about.
Website: www.ocrsracing.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/oil.series
About Ameri-Flex Hose & Accessories -
Located in Tulsa OK, Ameri-Flex Hose & Accessories is a family owned and operated company. From food grade hose to hoses for the petroleum industry, Ameri-Flex will strive to fill your needs. Ameri-Flex can build a hose to your specifications or we will assist you in creating what you have designed while you wait. Ameri-Flex has several hard to find items that some vendors can’t get or find. Product can be shipped quickly and efficiently. If we do not have what you are looking for, we will direct you on where to find it. Give us a try, after all…………..
Ameri-Flex Has The Stuff That Keeps You Going!
Website: www.ameriflexhose.com
About Grand National Trailer -
With 30 years in the industry, Grand National Trailer has based their foundation on the knowledge that in the eyes of a trucker, time is money. To meet this understanding, Grand National Trailer provides prompt, quality and friendly customer service while giving their undivided attention to all jobs until the end."
"Grand National Trailer's goal is to help you to get back out on the roads as quickly and safely as possible, at the best value possible. Grand National Trailer offers a wide variety of services including but not limited to: welding and fabrication; lift gate repair; repairs to a variety of equipment. PM and DOT on trucks and trailers. From the smallest trailer to the largest, Grand National Trailer will provide the same quality of service, regardless of size or job. Stuck on the side of the road? Grand National Trailer offers 24/7 roadside service for those "Need Assistance Now" moments.
Located in the Tulsa Metropolitan area, adjacent to the I-244 and I-44 interchange, Grand National Trailer offers easy access for semis and secure parking. Allow Grand National Trailer the opportunity to meet and exceed your expectations and bring them your repair needs today!
Website:www.grandnationaltrailer.com
Pictured: Shayla Waddell (76s) & Noah Gass (25)
Photo Credit: Mike Howard
Submitted By: Elizabeth Davis
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