Monadnock Speedway in Winchester, NH plans a very busy racing season in 2017

The owners of Monadnock Speedway are very optimistic as they embark on the 2017 racing season. Modified racing has always been popular at the high-banked, ¼ mile speedway and will continue to be the backbone of Monadnock this year. Topping the excitement at Monadnock Speedway is the return of the open-wheel Modified Series.

Over the last several years, the speedway has developed a strong following in what they called the “Sportsman Modifieds”. Written years ago, the rules were designed to provide an economical modified racing division – exactly the same as the ever-popular SK Lights that run at nearby Connecticut race tracks. Going into the 2017 season, the Sportsman Modifieds will carry a new name – the SK Modified Lights. The SK Modified Lights are a Tier 1 NASCAR division making them eligible for both state and regional points under the NASCAR banner.

Running on a weekly basis at Monadnock as the premier NASCAR division, any first time winner this year in the SK Lights will receive $1,000 to win. Last year’s track champion, Bill Kimball, received $8,000 in Tier I point monies, the state championship, a fire suit and helmet. The SK Modified Lights will run two twin 25-lap events that will offer extra points and extra money. These added events pay $650 to win with a guaranteed $150 to start.

Along with the weekly racing program, the thunder will roll as Monadnock plays host to the the Modified Touring Series for 4 of the 10-race series that is slated to run at several New England facilities. Thanks to series sponsor, EXIT Realty, a healthy pay-off and point fund will be offered for this 10-race series that can only add to the exhilaration felt by these open-wheel machines.

The weekly Whelen NASCAR All-American Series will offer more excitement as the Super Stocks, Mini Stocks, Thunder Stocks, Lightening Stocks, and the Young Guns all take to the ¼ miler. In addition to the weekly Saturday night venue, the speedway will host the NEMA and NEMA Lights, the Pro-Four Modifieds, and the ever-popular Classic Lights. Also on tap in 2017 will be the Senior Tour Auto Racers, better know as STAR, taking a step back in time with their antique race machines.

One of the most exciting events on the schedule is the Firecracker 125 featuring the Modified Touring Series that will include a spectacular fireworks display that’s sure to please fans of all ages. Also making an appearance in 2017 and competing in a 100-lapper will be the Granite State Pro-Stock Tour. With so much to offer both fans and racers alike, Monadnock Speedway is looking forward to a spectacular year of racing as they bring back the thunder to the mountains.

Source: Monadnock Speedway PR/Bob Watson

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