Paragon Speedway in Paragon, Indiana will host the First Annual Chuck Amati Classic on June 19th, 2010. To many, this is just a small honor to remember the man that wowed fans for more than 3 decades of racing. The event will feature some of the fastest and exciting non-winged sprint car drivers the nation has to offer.
The First Annual Chuck Amati Classic will feature a $3,000 to win purse, and be sanctionied by the MSCS. The MSCS features exciting non-wing sprint car racing primarily in the Indiana area and features veteran drivers such as Blake Fitzpatrick, John Stanbrough, and Chase Stockon.Currently the point leader for the series is rookie contender Jonathan Hendrick. The Paragon familiars won't just let the sanctioning body come in and claim the top check, regulars Josh Cunningham, Bub Cummings, and Scott Townsend should be on hand to defend their turf.
"I wanted to do this race in memory of Chuck first of all because he was my friend," stated Paragon Speedway promoter Keith Ford. "Chuck was a very good friend of mine and was a good clean racer. I had the opportunity to race with him many times over the years. He was always a class-act."
“The One-Armed Bandit” Chuck Amati’s accomplishments reads like a biography that today’s racers could only dream of. While some early records are sketchy, many believe that Amati, a 2004 national Sprint Car Hall of Fame Inductee, took home top honors while racing somewhere between 600 and 1,000 times over his career. Amati’s racing philosophy was simple when he raced; just win.
Paragon was always a favorite place for Amati to race over the years. It was at Paragon that Chuck would place his highest finish with the World of Outlaws. Amati would finish second to Steve Kinser at the notable facility in 1978, which was also the sanctioning bodies inaugural season.
Paragon Speedway is a throw-back to yesteryear facility with many modern upgrades. The venue features plenty of seating, although traditionally, many enjoy picnicking along the hill side. The facility also hosts one of the largest non-winged sprint car counts in the country on a weekly basis due in part to tradition and their multiple features each night in the class.
You can visit Paragon Speedway on the internet at: www.paragonspeedway.com. Additionally, Chuck’s grandson and racer Shane Wade has created a Facebook page in Chuck’s honor complete with photos, and many fans young and old sharing fond memories. Just logon to www.facebook.com and search, Chuck Amati.
A lot of interest has been building for this event. Many sponsors have decided to come on board to make this event even more memorable with the inclusion of some additional contingency awards. Those that have already contributed to the event include Chalk Racing Products, Mud-X, Bell Helmets, MPD, TheEngineHeater.com, and Hinchman Racing Suits. More about the distribution of these prizes as we get ever so close to the racing action. If you would like to be a part of the excitment in the same manner that these fine supporters are, please contact Robert Cortum at 319-601-9343 today to become a valued part of a great event.
On the web: www.paragonspeedway.com, www.mscssprints.com.
Contingency Supporters:
Chalk Racing Products: www.chalkchassis.com : Chalk Racing has been around for over 25 years and sells only the top quality sprint car products available. We have many products ranging from our "Chalk Stix" High Performance Torsion Bars, Winter's rear ends, American Racer tires, our own Chalk Chassis, and much more. We here at Chalk Racing combine tradition and innovation to produce some of the most sought after sprint car products on the market.
Mud-X: www.biotech-products.com : Mud-X is a releasing agent that was developed with racers in mind and is the best selling agent on the market designed for racers to keep their cars looking good and making dirt and mud removal a breeze. Pick up your Mud-X today at your favorite local speed shop.
Bell Helmets: www.bellracing.com : Since 1954, Bell has been committed to the design of helmets and gear for the world’s best drivers, worn and trusted by champions in all forms of auto Auto Racing. The Bell name has always been synonymous with safety, technology, engineering excellence and legendary names like Andretti, Elliot, Foyt, Labonte, among others...
MPD: www.mpdracing.com: For almost 30 years MPD Racing has been the leader in the development, production, and supply of open wheel components. Located in the renowned Napa Valley, MPD's 13,000 square foot facility is equipped with the finest CNC machinery available today. With over 100 years combined machining experience, our machinists produce quality components, while continuing to develop new and improved products. MPD is teamed with a knowledgeable sales staff who provides excellent customer service.
TheEngineHeater.com: www.theengineheater.com : Designed and built by a sprint car driver and a journeyman machinist that couldn't justify spending over a thousand dollars on an engine heater. The Engine Heater can be used on any liquid cooled engine to prehear before starting, or turn off the heater and run the pump only to cool down a hot engine after the race. Just plug it into any 110 voilt outlet, and hook up the easy to use lines and you are ready to go, safely and affordably. Check them out today on the web, their name says it all.
Hinchman Racing Suits: www.hinchmanracewear.com : As the oldest maker of driver suits, the Hinchman team has the experience, ability and desire to continually improve the protection of our drivers. The quantity and complexity of fire resistant materials available today is far advanced from Hinchman’s early beginnings. The Hinchman team is continuously researching ways to provide the racer with the safest driving suit at the track.
The First Annual Chuck Amati Classic will feature a $3,000 to win purse, and be sanctionied by the MSCS. The MSCS features exciting non-wing sprint car racing primarily in the Indiana area and features veteran drivers such as Blake Fitzpatrick, John Stanbrough, and Chase Stockon.Currently the point leader for the series is rookie contender Jonathan Hendrick. The Paragon familiars won't just let the sanctioning body come in and claim the top check, regulars Josh Cunningham, Bub Cummings, and Scott Townsend should be on hand to defend their turf.
"I wanted to do this race in memory of Chuck first of all because he was my friend," stated Paragon Speedway promoter Keith Ford. "Chuck was a very good friend of mine and was a good clean racer. I had the opportunity to race with him many times over the years. He was always a class-act."
“The One-Armed Bandit” Chuck Amati’s accomplishments reads like a biography that today’s racers could only dream of. While some early records are sketchy, many believe that Amati, a 2004 national Sprint Car Hall of Fame Inductee, took home top honors while racing somewhere between 600 and 1,000 times over his career. Amati’s racing philosophy was simple when he raced; just win.
Paragon was always a favorite place for Amati to race over the years. It was at Paragon that Chuck would place his highest finish with the World of Outlaws. Amati would finish second to Steve Kinser at the notable facility in 1978, which was also the sanctioning bodies inaugural season.
Paragon Speedway is a throw-back to yesteryear facility with many modern upgrades. The venue features plenty of seating, although traditionally, many enjoy picnicking along the hill side. The facility also hosts one of the largest non-winged sprint car counts in the country on a weekly basis due in part to tradition and their multiple features each night in the class.
You can visit Paragon Speedway on the internet at: www.paragonspeedway.com. Additionally, Chuck’s grandson and racer Shane Wade has created a Facebook page in Chuck’s honor complete with photos, and many fans young and old sharing fond memories. Just logon to www.facebook.com and search, Chuck Amati.
A lot of interest has been building for this event. Many sponsors have decided to come on board to make this event even more memorable with the inclusion of some additional contingency awards. Those that have already contributed to the event include Chalk Racing Products, Mud-X, Bell Helmets, MPD, TheEngineHeater.com, and Hinchman Racing Suits. More about the distribution of these prizes as we get ever so close to the racing action. If you would like to be a part of the excitment in the same manner that these fine supporters are, please contact Robert Cortum at 319-601-9343 today to become a valued part of a great event.
On the web: www.paragonspeedway.com, www.mscssprints.com.
Contingency Supporters:
Chalk Racing Products: www.chalkchassis.com : Chalk Racing has been around for over 25 years and sells only the top quality sprint car products available. We have many products ranging from our "Chalk Stix" High Performance Torsion Bars, Winter's rear ends, American Racer tires, our own Chalk Chassis, and much more. We here at Chalk Racing combine tradition and innovation to produce some of the most sought after sprint car products on the market.
Mud-X: www.biotech-products.com : Mud-X is a releasing agent that was developed with racers in mind and is the best selling agent on the market designed for racers to keep their cars looking good and making dirt and mud removal a breeze. Pick up your Mud-X today at your favorite local speed shop.
Bell Helmets: www.bellracing.com : Since 1954, Bell has been committed to the design of helmets and gear for the world’s best drivers, worn and trusted by champions in all forms of auto Auto Racing. The Bell name has always been synonymous with safety, technology, engineering excellence and legendary names like Andretti, Elliot, Foyt, Labonte, among others...
MPD: www.mpdracing.com: For almost 30 years MPD Racing has been the leader in the development, production, and supply of open wheel components. Located in the renowned Napa Valley, MPD's 13,000 square foot facility is equipped with the finest CNC machinery available today. With over 100 years combined machining experience, our machinists produce quality components, while continuing to develop new and improved products. MPD is teamed with a knowledgeable sales staff who provides excellent customer service.
TheEngineHeater.com: www.theengineheater.com : Designed and built by a sprint car driver and a journeyman machinist that couldn't justify spending over a thousand dollars on an engine heater. The Engine Heater can be used on any liquid cooled engine to prehear before starting, or turn off the heater and run the pump only to cool down a hot engine after the race. Just plug it into any 110 voilt outlet, and hook up the easy to use lines and you are ready to go, safely and affordably. Check them out today on the web, their name says it all.
Hinchman Racing Suits: www.hinchmanracewear.com : As the oldest maker of driver suits, the Hinchman team has the experience, ability and desire to continually improve the protection of our drivers. The quantity and complexity of fire resistant materials available today is far advanced from Hinchman’s early beginnings. The Hinchman team is continuously researching ways to provide the racer with the safest driving suit at the track.
