LAKE TAHOE, CA MAY 28, 2014 Twelve years ago Nico Pecht was diagnosed with MS (Multiple Sclerosis) at the age of 24. MS is an incurable and debilitating disease that effects more than 2.5 million people world-wide. Over time it has become more and more difficult for Nico to enjoy his time four-wheeling, but with the help of Rory Romero and friends, he has spent the last 7 years dedicated to building his dream machine that is now being raced in the Ultra4 series under driver of record Rory Romero. “Our intention is to raise awareness about this incurable disease so we can find the cure,” said Nico. “I want to make a footprint on this earth. I want to let people know what happens so they can get involved and help. I don’t want to just sit here.” (more…)
Category: Events/Competitions
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Debilitating Multiple Sclerosis is Driving Factor in New Ultra4 Racing Team
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New Track at Dirt Riot Colorado Springs Race Has Everyone Excited
Racing Saturday June 14th Starting at 9am – RAM Off-Road Park in Colorado Springs, CO
BLACKFOOT, ID JUNE 12, 2014: With RAM Off-Road Park in Colorado Springs at the helm developing a whole new section of trails, the Dirt Riot team is excited to announce that the race course will be very different from the preceding years loop. The Mountain Series Olympus Offroad Dirt Riot race on June 14th is a crowd and driver favorite, and it is sure to be even more excitable this year. Racing starts at 9am and will go until at least 3pm with awards immediately following. “RAM Off-Road Park has new twists, turns and jumps in store for the teams this weekend,” said Rich Klein, President and founder of W.E. Rock Events. “There is a new section that runs along the highway frontage that contains at least 7 new jumps. We have re-routed a lot of the past courses to add new turns and even made a few new trails to bring different sections into play.” (more…) -
Central Series Dirt Riot 4×4 Endurance Racing Continues to Grow at Canyons Offroad Park This Weekend
Racing Saturday May 31st Starting at 9am Canyons Offroad Park in Fredericksburg, TX
BLACKFOOT, ID MAY 28, 2014: The extremely competitive Central Dirt Riot Series continues this weekend at Canyons Offroad Park outside Fredericksburg Texas. The course has new sections and offers new spectator viewing areas to be able to enjoy different locations throughout the day. Racing starts at 9am and will go until at least 3pm with awards immediately following. “In addition to the cash purses that these guys and gals can win, Canyons Offroad Park has made two awesome belt buckles that will be awarded to the Pro 4400 winner and the UTV Class winner!” said Rich Klein, President and founder of W.E. Rock Events. “The 7.4 mile course has 2 new miles and a remote pit that is a convenient 50 yards from the hot pits. These couple changes increase the experience for both the drivers and spectators, a win win in our book!” Sunday W.E. Rock Events will host an All-Terrain Hero Race * Run * Walk at the same location. (more…) -
Hammerking Productions Welcomes Off-Road Industry Veteran
Ron Stobaugh Appointed VP of Sales and Business Development
MAY, 7th, 2014: JOHNSON VALLEY, CA: Hammerking Productions, Inc. the organization responsible for creating the Griffin King of The Hammers Presented by Nitto Tire and ULTRA4 Racing, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ron Stobaugh as the Vice President of Sales and Business Development. Stobaugh joins the organization with more than 25 years of off-road business experience and 80+ off-road races under his belt, and will oversee Hammerking’s Sales team. (more…) -
W.E. Rock Eastern Series Rock Crawl #1 Postponed
May 7, 2014 Blackfoot, Idaho. Due to the long winter and inability to access the property, the event site at King Knob, West Virginia has not been able to be prepared properly. The rocks have not yet been put in place and with the forecast of rain, the concern is that even with the rock placement happening this week, they would be inaccessible for event day. (more…) -
BFGoodrich Tires Primed for Success After SCORE Imperial Valley 250 Qualifying
GREENVILLE, SC (April 24, 2014) – BFGoodrich® Tires are the tire of choice for well over half of the drivers at today’s inaugural SCORE Imperial Valley 250 qualifying. Andy McMillin, driving BFGoodrich Performance Team member Rob MacCachren’s truck, will be second off the line for Saturday afternoons lap race. Justin Matney, in the bright orange RPM Class 1 car, will be the first Class 1 followed by Paul Keller. (more…)
