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December 5-7, 2008

RACE OFFICIALSDirector

Casey Folks

Chief StewardGary Moman

Race StewardDonald Jackson

Course MarshallsJim Glimp - Charla Glimp

CommunicationsKeith Purmal

Checkpoint Communications CoordinatorsBob Maichle - Allen Condit

ScoringDave Brune - Sandy Padilla

Sharon Brune - Carolyn Dallaire

Start / Finish Line CoordinatorsBob Dallaire - Casey Dallaire

Tom Dallaire - Richard Youngblood

Finish Line Announcer (Ford Mesa)George Antill

RegistrationDiane DeLauer - Andrea Shaffer

Charla Glimp - Kathie Landers - Linda Styer

Car/Truck Technical InspectorsEric Brannstrom - Michael Shaffer

Lynn Jackson - Jerry Crouch

Motorcycle Tech Inspector – Stop Check CaptainJeff Landers

Motorcycle / Quad Contingency CoordinatorsDave and Debbie Hucklebridge

UTV Tech & Contingency CoordinatorCory Sappington - Eric Cowan

Medical DirectorDr. Fredrick (Doc) Lippmann, M.D.

First Aid CoordinatorRick Leivas

Car / Truck ContingencyJim Conner - Melanie Conner - Frances Joseph

Event CoordinatorDiane DeLauer

Media DirectorDon Fall

Program Publisher & AdvertisementOpportunities, Contact:

Fall Advertising - (619) 258-6225

Front Cover Photos:Pro Quad courtesy Dirk Nasland

Kyle Conlon Class 1000 courtesy Trackside PhotoFabtech Class 8100 Trucks

courtesy Heidi Mrkulic and Greg FoutzPage Headers: courtesy DurkaDurka.com,

Michael DeHaas and Trackside Photo 3

Schedule of Events

Thursday, December 4, 2008–– 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM ––

Driver/Rider Registration for Time Trials and Pre-Fun Run – Must attend ifparticipating in the Time Trials on Thursday and/or the Pre-Fun Run on Friday

–– 1:00 PM ––Time Trials for Class 1400 and Class 1500

Must be there by 1:00 pm to participate in one practice run. Time Trials will startafter the practice lap. Must be registered to participate – attend Thursday

registration at the Convention Center to receive a decal and armband.

–– 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM ––Media and Pre-Race Kick-Off Party

Announcement of Time Trials for Class 1400 and Class 1500Welcome Party for Motorcycles / Quads / UTV’s / Cars / Trucks

Fiesta Henderson Hotel Casino, 777 West Lake Mead Drive, Cerveza Cantina Bar

Friday, December 5, 2008–– 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM ––

Pre-Fun Run – (Preview loop one time only)Must be registered to participate – attend Thursday registration to receive decal

–– 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM ––Driver/Rider Registration

Media Registration, Henderson Convention Center – Room Grand A

–– 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM –– Technical Inspection & Contingency

Off-Load on Panama, Atlantic or Texas Street Start Contingency on Water & Atlantic – End on Water & Basic

–– 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM –– Driver / Rider Mandatory Meeting

Henderson Convention Center – Room Grand BCD

Saturday, December 6, 2008–– Staging 6:00 AM ––

1st Race – 6:30 AM – Motorcycle, Quads & UTV’s – The motorcycles and quadswill race around an approximate 45-mile loop four times, with a grand prix finish.

The UTV’s will race around the approximate 48-mile loop two times with a grand prix finish.

–– Staging 9:15 AM ––2nd Race – (approx) 10:00 AM – Class 1100, 1700, 1800, 2000, 3100, 3700,

4100, 5000, 7100, 7300, 8100These classes will race around an approximate 48-mile loop four times,

with a grand prix finish.

–– Staging 1:15 PM ––3rd Race – (approx) 2:00 PM – Class 1000, 1200, 1400, 1500, 7200, 8000

These classes will race around an approximate 48-mile loop four times, with a grand prix finish.

Sunday, December 7, 2008–– 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM ––

Continental Breakfast – Henderson Convention Center – Grand Ballroom

–– 9:00 Am to 11:00 AM ––Henderson FabTech Desert Classic Awards Presentation

Dear Race Enthusiasts ~

I'd like to welcome all of you to the lastrace of the 2008 "Silver State Series"~ theHENDERSON FABTECH DESERT CLASSIC~ "A SPECTACULAR OFF-ROADADVENTURE IN THE DESERT." There is nodoubt in my mind that the HendersonFabtech Desert Classic will become a trulyepic off-road racing event. From the fun,challenging racecourse, to the excitingsetting of the beautiful downtown center ofHenderson, Nevada, a new adventure is instore for everyone!

I would also like to take this opportunityto acknowledge Bud Pico and CharleneHam, from the City of Henderson. You willnotice a variation in our typical raceweekend schedule; this schedule was setby our partners, the City of Henderson,Henderson Convention Center, as well asFabtech, Official Suspension of Best In TheDesert; these are the people that make it allhappen. Their goal is to create a partyatmosphere in downtown Henderson; thestreets will be closed off to traffic and willbe filled with race vehicles, contingencysponsors and street vendors. There will beaction all day long and throughout the nightin downtown Henderson, fun for the entirefamily! The Henderson Fabtech Desert Classic isthe last off-road adventure in the line-up ofwhat the Best In The Desert RacingAssociation considers a very successfuland exciting 2008 racing year. TheHenderson Fabtech Desert Classic will bethe deciding factor for many ClassChampions, as well as a great racecoursefor first time racers. There will be oneracecourse for Motorcycles, Quads, UTVs,

and Cars and Trucks. It is a loop race for allclasses, which makes it very easy to pit.This is beneficial for first time racers and agood opportunity to come out and get yourfeet wet, figuratively speaking, of course!The Henderson Fabtech Desert ClassicStart/Finish and Main Pit will be 15 milesfrom Henderson. There is not one specific"Host Hotel" for the event because the entireCity of Henderson is sponsoring the event;downtown Henderson is where all of thefestivities will be taking place. It's a greattime to come to Henderson; off-road raceby day and play in the beautiful City ofHenderson by night!

The race course has been changed thisyear due to environmental concerns by theBLM and Boulder City. We do our best atBest In The Desert to comply with the rulesand regulations and we appreciate ourracers doing the same; we all must protectour environment and respect the rules.This is why Best In The Desert has beengranted permission to have this specialevent in the Eldorado Valley. Again, theTime Trials event on Thursday will kick offthe long weekend, which rolls right into aWelcome Racers party on Thursday night.Registration, Technical Inspection andContingency will be held Friday on WaterStreet, followed by the exciting andinformative Drivers/Riders meeting. Also,this is where we present the prestigiousTEAM FORD POLE AWARD! The TeamFord Pole Award will be presented to thefastest qualifier in Class 1400 and Class1500 by the president of TEAM FORD,Steve Olliges. The fastest qualifier will walkaway with $1000 CASH Friday night, nowthat is AWESOME! Of course, the MAINEVENT will take place on Saturday, with

motorcycles, quads and UTV's kicking off afull day of racing, followed by the awesomecars and trucks.

I'd like to thank all of our greatsponsors, and a special thank you to ourmajor sponsors, Ford Motor Company,Official Truck of Best In The Desert, MaxxisTire, Official Tire of Best In The Desert, VPRacing Fuels, Official Fuel of Best In TheDesert, Fabtech, Official SuspensionSystems of Best In The Desert, KC HiLiTES,Official Lights of Best In The Desert, BanksPower, Official Power Systems of Best InThe Desert, Yamaha, Official UTV of BestIn The Desert, KTM, Official Motorcycle ofBest In The Desert, McKenzies, PCI RaceRadios, Werdco BC, Inc., Fall Advertisingand Sportsman Cycle Sales, and of coursethe wonderful City of Henderson. Iappreciate everything you do for off-roadracing and Best In The Desert, yoursupport is what makes us the "Best In TheDesert!"

In closing, I'd like to thank you, thetruly dedicated race enthusiast, for racingwith Best In The Desert and I appreciate allthat you bring to this racing organization,you are what makes us the "Best In TheDesert!"

Thank You, Be Safe and Have Fun!

Casey Folks Director Best In The Desert

Life is an Adventure ~Come Live your Adventure withBest In The Desert...

"The Great American Desert Racing Series"

Casey working the finish line at the Bilek Racing Silver State "300" – photo by Don Fall

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This season the Boys in Blue have put our off-the-shelf Long Travel System to the test.

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“How does it work? In a word, AWESOME!” - Robin Stover of Four Wheeler magazine.

C asey Folks, Director of Best in theDesert Racing Association, bringsover 35 years experience with him.

He has worn many hats in his affiliationwith the sport of off-road racing,including: competitor, promoter andbusinessman. As an avid off-roadenthusiast and competitor, he has seenmany changes affecting the sport.

Casey Folks has competed in almostevery type of off-road event throughoutthe western United States. His accoladesinclude over 30 races in Baja California,Mexico, and the Tunisia Rally in NorthernAfrica. Casey served as the AmericanConsultant for Incas Rally in Peru andwas the event coordinator for the NevadaRally, representing the company “AcerbisAdventure” based in Italy.

Guided by Casey’s direction, the BestIn The Desert Racing Association hasachieved exceptional growth inattendance and popularity. Through theutilization of promotional and advertising

techniques previously reserved for highdensity spectator events, and combiningthem with genuine concern for bothracers needs and environmentalists’input, Best In The Desert now enjoysrecognition and exposure never beforeseen in off-road racing.

With such famous races on theschedule as the historical “Parker 425”and “Vegas to Reno”, the longest off-road race in the United States, Best InThe Desert events gain extensive mediaattention that includes national televisionbroadcasts as well as national and localprint coverage. This creates theopportunity for both competitors andsponsors to gain exceptional exposure.

Casey Folks never expects anythingless of himself than he does the racers,and he relies heavily on a dedicated staffthat consists mostly of loyal volunteeroff-road racing enthusiasts. Thephilosophy of the organization is toprovide top quality, world class long

distance off-road desert racing events,and more importantly, to make thoseevents exciting, spectacular, fun,different, well paying, and most of all,affordable.

Along with the professional andsportsman off-road races, Best In TheDesert also takes part in local club races,and has a number of family and celebritytrail rides throughout the year. Thesecelebrity events involve localbusinessmen along with members of thepolitical community, and are designed tocreate public awareness andacceptability.

Casey truly believes “Life is anAdventure!” and invites you to “ComeLive Your Adventure with Best in theDesert.” If you would like to become partof our exciting and growing organization,please contact us at:

bitd@bitd.comvisit our web site at www.bitd.com

or call us at 702/457-5775

About Best in the desert..."The Great American Desert Racing Series"

Chet Huffman, 2nd place Trick Truck at the Bilek Racing Silver State "300"Photo courtesy DurkaDurkaPhoto.com

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EPIC RACING PRODUCTS PARKER “250”January 9-10 – Parker, AZ MOTORCYCLE, QUAD & UTV POINTS ONLY

BLUEWATER RESORT & CASINO PARKER “425”February 6-8 – Parker, AZ CAR & TRUCK POINTS ONLY

KAWASAKI TEAM GREEN “LAUGHLIN U.S. HARE SCRAMBLES”March 6-7 – Laughlin, NV MOTORCYCLE POINTS ONLY

TERRIBLE’S “250” at PRIMM April 17-19 – Primm, NV CAR, TRUCK & UTV POINTS ONLY

BLUEWATER GRAN PRIX May 8-10 – Parker, AZ MOTORCYCLE, QUAD & UTV POINTS ONLY

TSCO “VEGAS to RENO” ~ “THE LONG WAY” August 19-23 – Locations TBA POINTS FOR ALL CLASSES

BILEK RACING SILVER STATE “300” September 25-27 – Mesquite, NV POINTS FOR ALL CLASSES

TERRIBLE’S GRAN PRIX at PRIMM October 16-18 – Primm, NV ALL CLASSES

HENDERSON FABTECH “DESERT CLASSIC” DECEMBER 4-6 – Henderson, NV CAR & TRUCK POINTS ONLY

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The Bilek Racing Silver State “300”featured a mixture of high-desertmountains, sand-washes, and some ofthe most awesome scenic views everwitnessed in off-road racing.Sam Berri (top), motorcycle and backgroundphotos courtesy Trackside Photo

Steve Olliges Trick Truck photo courtesyHighRev Photography

At the Bilek Racing Silver State “300”, racers challengedsome of the most scenic desert land in the country. Thecourse had a mixture of high-desert mountains, sand-washes, and some of the most awesome scenic viewsever witnessed in off-road racing. The course wentthrough unbelievable rock formations in the PahrocSummit area, the Dalamar Valley, where the ghost townof Dalamar was located and gold was discovered in 1890.Plus, the Cathedral Gorge area with its eroded spires,towers and columns of tan bentonite clay and Pioche,which in 1870 was considered to be one of the wildestmining camps in the West. Not only was this a greatrace, but also a great event for the whole family.

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If you don’t think it’s better to start on the pole, ask Sam Berri. Havingtaken the first spot in the Time Trials Thursday prior to Saturday’s race,top qualifier Sam Berri piloted his Class 1500 unlimited buggy to theoverall win at the inaugural Best In The Desert’s Bilek Racing SilverState “300” in the desert north of Mesquite, Nevada. Berri had a smalllead most of the day, but drove hard through the scenic, and toughcourse to capture the overall and Class 1500 win. This was SamBerri’s first overall win; he finished a little less than 3 minutes ahead ofsecond place Chuck Dempsey.

More than 180 racers left the starting line for this exciting first timeevent.Other notable finishers included:Alexa Bilek, (daughter of race sponsor Mike Bilek) won Class 1100. Steve Olliges, first in Class 1400, Trick Truck.Curt LeDuc took home first in Class 8000.Jason Horsely, was the Pro Truck winner.First overall motorcycle across the line was the Honda of Dylan Laneand Jeff Trulove.

Rookie driver Kyle Conlon took the Class 1000 victory. Photo courtesy Trackside Photo

The top ten car and truck class finishers:1 – Sam Berri (class 1500)2 – Chuck Dempsey (class 1500)3 – Steve Raskett (class 1500)4 – Gary Weyhrich (class 1500)5 – Steve Olliges (Trick Truck)6 – Chet Huffman (Trick Truck)7 – Chuck Sacks (class 1500)8 – Mark McMillin (class 1500)9 – Mike Bilek (class 1500)10 – Steve Croll (class 1500)

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Alexa Bilek took the honors in Class 1100. Photo by Don Fall

James Cole Freiday on his way to the Ironman Amateur class win. Photo courtesy Trackside Photo

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A big thank you goes out to all of the 2008 Best In The Desert contingency donors. These manufacturers and enthusiastrelated companies provide pledges of cash and/or products to the racers. They are an extremely important aspect to oursport and we are pleased to acknowledge them for their support.

race contingency

first-aid & communications Medical - First-Aid

The Best In The Desert is committed to safety and welfare.We have assembled teams of First-Aid personnel to respond if needed. These volunteers are wonderful, skilled, dedicatedmedical professionals. Most work daily as EMS providers in the areas that these races are held. They are not miracle workers, butthey will be there when needed. Our teams will work with local EMS agencies and work towards definitive care. If you need them,look for the First-Aid flags at the gas stops. Participants USE your yellow cards! If you do not need them, wave as you cover themwith dust. Race smart and enjoy the scenery in wonderful Nevada.

Good Luck!

CommunicationsThe Best in the Desert Communications. The hardest most forgotten part of any off-road event until someone has an emergencyor wants something from somewhere else on the race course. Many people don't realize the difficulty of having goodcommunications. It's not easy!! With race courses that are sometimes spread out over 500 miles, the logistics of getting raceinformation where it's needed, and when it's needed...as well as the information being correct can only be done by people thatcare. In most Best of the Desert events all communications are handled by amateur radio operators. Casey Folks recognizedearly in his promoting career the need for solid, good communications and amateur radio has been a part of Best in the Desertever since we began. Many of the amateur radio volunteers supporting the Best in the Desert are not racers, but have a "can doattitude" and enjoy the challenge of the Nevada desert and demonstrating the capabilities of amateur radio. Without the hamradio operators and other volunteers supporting the sport and Best in the Desert, there would be no Best in the Desert. Mydeepest thanks and appreciation to all of them... they make an almost impossible task appear fun and easy.Thanks to all and have fun! Keith Purmal

KC7HTBest in the Desert Communications Coordinator Background image

courtesy Trackside Photo12

Car & Truck Class descriptions

NUMERICAL CLASS PRO CLASSES SERIES DESCRIPTIONClass 1000 1000 Open-Wheel, Unlimited Suspension, Limited Displacement Engine (Class 10)Class 1100 1100 Open-Wheel, Beam Style Suspension, Limited Displacement Air Cooled Engines (Class 10 Light)Class 1200 1200 Baja Pro Truck, Spec Class Limited Production Full Size Truck Pro Truck)Class 1400 1400 Trick Truck - Unlimited TruckClass 1500 1500 Open-Wheel, Unlimited Single & Two-Seat Vehicles (Class 1)Class 1700 1700 JeepSpeed 1 - Limited Production, 1984-2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ Class 2000 2000 Open-Wheel, Restricted Single & Two Seat Cars Limited to 1600cc VW Engine & VW Type-1

Suspension System (Class 1-2/1600)Class 3100 3100 Pure-Stock Production Mini or Mid-Size SUVClass 3700 3700 JeepSpeed 3 Class 4100 4100 Pure-Stock Production Full Size SUVClass 5000 5000 Unlimited Baja Bug (Class 5)Class 5100 5100 1600cc Baja Bug (Class 5/1600)Class 7100 7100 Stock Production Mini or Mid-Size Truck (Class 7S)Class 7200 7200 Mini-Trick Truck - Unlimited Mini or Mid-Size Truck (Class 7)Class 7300 7300 Pure-Stock Production Mini or Mid-Size TruckClass 8000 8000 Modified Production Full Size Truck (Class 8)Class 8100 8100 Stock Production Full-Size Truck Class 1900 1900 UTV - Side-By-Side Utility Terrain VehicleSPORTSMAN CLASSESClass 1800 1800 Safari Pre-RunnerClass 1900 1900 UTV - Side-By-Side Utility Terrain Vehicle

The Best In The Desert Racing Association features 47 classes for Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Quads and UTVs. This racewill include these classes for Cars, Trucks and UTVs along with the Motorcycles and Quads.

Welcome to the"Henderson Fabtech Desert Classic”

On behalf of the entire Best In The Desert Crew, we would like to welcome you to theMOST EXCITING and MOST THRILLING ADVENTURE...

BEST IN THE DESERT OFF-ROAD RACING!

We would like you to know that we work hard as Best In The Desert Staff & Volunteersto bring you the most awesome, most successful, and safest off-road adventures you could possibly experience!

We do it because we love off-road events and we appreciate you racing with theBest Off-Road Race Organization there is ~ BEST IN THE DESERT!

We wish you a very safe, fun and successful event! We also promise you a great adventure!We'll see you somewhere out on the course ~ thumbs up!

Once again, THANK YOU from all of us...

THE BEST IN THE DESERT STAFF & VOLUNTEERS

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When Casey Folks announced the excitingnew “Team Ford” Time Trials Pole Awardfor the 2007 TSCO “Vegas to Reno” race,

it meant for the FIRST TIME EVER, a $1,000CASH award would be paid to the fastestqualifier at the Time Trials to determine theoverall starting positions for Class 1400 TrickTruck and Class 1500 Unlimited desert racevehicles.

At the time Steve Olliges, president of TeamFord Las Vegas, stated, “Best In The Desert ISTHE ONLY DESERT RACING ORGANIZATION thatruns Time Trials for the top starting positions,and I’m proud to step it up with the “Team Ford”Pole Award. I will personally hand a thousanddollars in cash to the fastest qualifier. To qualifyfor the first starting position, and get $1000 ontop of it, now that’s the way to begin a race.”

Casey Folks stated, “Ford Motor Company isa huge sponsor of Best in the Desert, and weappreciate their continuing support. And now

Steve Olliges’ announcement of the prestigious“Team Ford” Pole Award only adds to thecredibility and stature Best in the Desert raceshave attained.”

This cash prize, along with a one-of-a-kindtrophy, is awarded to the fastest qualifier of thetime trials held before each Best In The Desertrace for the car and truck classes. The locationand terrain of the special five-mile course is aclosely guarded secret until the day of the event.Racers are entitled to one practice lap, and thenqualifying begins. Only Class 1400 Trick Truckand Class 1500 Unlimited desert race vehiclesentered in the race are eligible to qualify for theoverall top starting positions. This unique formattruly allows the fastest vehicles, regardless ofclass designation, to compete on equal groundfor a shot at the overall race victory. Since theirinception at last year’s “Vegas to Reno” race, theTime Trials have become a big hit with thesport’s top desert racers.

“Team Ford” Time TrialsPole Award

Photo courtesyMichael DeHaas

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WELCOME TO HENDERSON

On behalf of my colleagues on the City Council, I am delighted to welcome you to theHenderson Fabtech Desert Classic off-road race.

Every year we look forward to all the festivities andcelebrations that accompany the Henderson FabtechDesert Classic. Over the past seven years, the event hasevolved into a premier racing experience for residents andvisitors alike with an assortment of activities in andaround the Water Street District, as well as the nearbyEldorado Valley.

Henderson is proud to co-host the race and associatedfestivities with the Best In The Desert Racing Association,Fabtech Motorsports and Boulder City. This uniquecollaboration with our great partners has enabled us toprovide a thrilling atmosphere for our off-road race fans.

Thank you for taking the time to join us today. We hope you will enjoy all the fun andexcitement of the Henderson Fabtech Desert Classic as you cheer on your favorite driverto the checkered flag.

Sincerely,

Mayor James B. GibsonThe City of Henderson

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A special thanks to our photo contributors

Without the help from these dedicated and talented professionals, production of this progam wouldn’t be possible.

DFC PhotosDirk Nasland

DurkaDurka.comEvent Photo - Kodak Sports Photography Team

Heidi Mrkulic - acceler8ing.comHighRev Photography

Jay KipyciskiLinda’s DezPix

Photo Ahead PhotographyMichael Dehaas, Ron Pryczynski & Kelli Wilmore - KC HiLiTES Photography

Trackside Photo

Chet Huffman Motorsports (CHM) is the combined effort of off-road racing championJerry Whelchel coupled with 30 year desert / stadium racing veteran Chet Huffman.

2008 marked the beginning of an intense full-time, full-commitment dual disciplineBest In The Desert and Shortcourse racing program. Opening the desert season with aFIRST OVERALL WIN at the “Parker 425” and solid finishes all season, CHM is committedto success on all levels. With our mission clear, winning the Best In The Desert Trick TruckChampionship is a top priority, as well as retaining the #1 plate for Jerry Whelchel inShortcourse in 2008 and beyond!

Thanks to all of our sponsors for your dedication and a “shout out” to all our race fans! Team CHM

Chet Huffman Motorsports is: Chet Huffman (driver/owner) Agoura, CAJerry Whelchel (driver/mgr) Portola Hills, CAChris Supino (crew chief) Mission Viejo, CATed Willoughby (co-driver) Igor Dorojinsky (crew)Ron Daniels (crew)Rico DeSaracho (crew)

Mom & Pops Supino(crew / cuisine)

Pete Gurin (crew)Scott Bridges (crew / PR)Ronnie Gillespie (driver/chase)Steve Trotski (crew)Mitch Trotski (crew)

Scott McFeeley (crew)Steve Reeves (crew)Matt Reeves (crew)Terry Work (crew)Kevin Barber (crew)Jon Taylor (crew)

Race Team profile

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Best in the Desert TV will beavailable everywhere to everyone

in the world this season! 32 million homes will be able to

see Best In The Desert racing thisyear on the America One Sportsnetwork and MavTV. In addition,Extreme 4x4 on Spike TV, reachingmore than 85 million homes in the

USA and Canada covered theTerrible’s “250” at Primm.

Worldwide coverage is availablevia the GlobeCast network to England,Ireland, the Middle East, Mexico,Canada, Scotland, Japan, and more.

There will also be a direct satellitefeed on broadband. No, this is not anInternet download. You can actuallylog on to MavTV.com at the precisemoment that the TV show is airingand watch an unedited version of theprogram, live off the satellite feed, in

real time on your computer. So noexcuses… anyone, anywhere canwatch Best in the Desert racing thisyear.

Already starting in October, at least13 original one-hour programs will airin 2008. Check local television listingsfor exact air times on each network.Addition information is available onthe Best In The Desert website atbitd.com.

Please contact SopwithMotorsports at 317-590-3495 forupdates on team coverage and on-board camera slots available for racesin 2009.

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Shown above from the Bilek Racing Silver State "300": George Antill keeps the race fans informed at the finish line from atop the “FordMesa”. George persistently interviews virtually every race finisher.

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Photo courtesy DurkaDurka.com

2008 KC HiLites "King of the Desert" Chase Standings

Name Class # Pkr 425 T 250 V to R SS 300 HFDC Total Time Total Mileage AVG MPH

Charley McDowell 1551 7:47:06 4:41:58 8:30:36 6:29:22 27:29:02 1443 52.50348689

Chet Huffman 40 7:15:35 5:23:34 8:51:40 6:04:13 27:35:02 1443 52.31314576

Chuck Hovey 1501 7:34:38 4:31:42 8:45:12 7:01:12 27:52:44 1443 51.7595950

Rick D. Johnson 71 8:59:33 4:36:33 7:41:43 7:45:27 29:03:16 1443 49.66537917

Curt LeDuc 8001 8:32:22 4:54:27 9:14:09 6:38:50 29:19:48 1443 49.19877259

Steve Olliges 1 10:12:31 5:04:10 8:50:07 6:02:04 30:08:52 1443 47.86422438

Kyle Conlon 1087 10:15:12 5:25:13 9:18:57 6:47:53 31:47:15 1443 45.39520252

Sam Berri 1549 8:44:27 4:43:44 15:21:17 5:52:22 34:41:50 1443 41.58834361

Matt Gumz 2006 9:23:32 5:18:19 11:05:09 8:59:30 34:46:30 1443 41.4953271

Jason Voss 1235 8:32:17 5:20:36 11:39:46 11:28:00 37:00:39 1443 38.98858442

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Race Team profile

Gary Dixon is the owner ofLost Boys Racing, alongwith his sons Derek andStewart Dixon. Full CircleConstruction & Maintenanceis our sole sponsor, althoughwe are and have been seekingadditional sponsors. Ourracing team consists of father

and sons as the drivers, along with familyand friends as our pit crew and support. Wetry to make all our races a family event,where the kids can enjoy camping, BBQ,campfires and racing.

We have always enjoyed the outdoors inone way or another. Skiing at the river,motorcycling or trucking through thedesert and even having fun with building

demolition derby cars, arejust some of the things wehave enjoyed doing. Best InThe Desert has provided uswith an opportunity to enjoythe outdoors while encouragingour competitive spirit too. Ourfirst race was in Henderson in2004 and we have competed inevery BITD race since. We haveenjoyed many podium finishesbut yet to receive a class win.However, in our best year, weclaimed the #2 spot for our class.

Some of our best times together have beenthe prep time before the races. We havelearned many things and have created someinnovative ways in solving problems with ourtrucks.

We have also ventured racing Baja. Each racehas truly been an adventure that allows us toget away, let go to enjoy a little life on theedge. Good for the Soul.

We support Best In The Desert, ScoreInternational and CORR, in that order. Wevalue all the friends we have made over thepast 5 years. In a competitive class such asours, a strong sense of camaraderie still findsits way into every race. We have thankedCasey many times, but not publicly. He istruly the best racing promoter and organizerand it has really made all the difference. Weappreciate all your efforts and energy to makeBest In The Desert what it is.

Our Team Members:Gary Dixon, Menifee, CADerek Dixon, Romoland, CAStewart Dixon, Romoland, CAJeff McCullah, Riverside, CATony Delrio, Las Vegas, NVKurt Mantwell, Homeland, CARace highlights:Best speed – 46 mile per hour average atTerrible Town 250

Website: www.lostboysracing.com 31

Pat Dean5115 S. ArvilleLas Vegas, NV 89118 Ph. 873-4463E-mail: Patricksgn@aol.com Fax. 873-5657

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12746 Julian Ave.Lakeside, CA 92040

CLASS 1400 TRICK TRUCK1 Steve Olliges (45) Las Vegas, NV, Ford

John Swift (48) Santa Ynez, CA, Lauren Swift (17) Santa Ynez, CA, Derek Tenney (23) Las Vegas, NV, Team Ford, BFG Tires, Ford Racing

18 Tracy Rubio (39) Kingman, AZ, FordRobert Miner (32) Kingman, AZ, Chad Klein (23) Kingman, AZ, Kenneth DeVault (31) Kingman, AZ, TNC Machine, Ford, BF Goodrich, Vision Lights, Kincaid Race Engines

24 Adam Householder (23) Orange, CA, ChevroletDanny Kerdus (22) Yorba Linad, CA, Eric Corson (23) Placentia, CA,Household Motorsports Inc and BMS

31 Andrew McMillin (21) San Diego, CA, FordScott McMillin (48) Poway, CA, Todd Tenbroek (34) San Diego, CA, Brady Thompson (27) Fallbrook, CA,McMillin Homes, Vision X, BFG, Gox, KNC

40 Chet Huffman (47) Northridge, CA, GeiserJerry Whelchel (48) Foothill Ranch, CA,Ted Willoughby (40) Moorpark, CA,BFG, KMC, Ironclad, Sparco, Foxshox, GST, Dukes-Aerospace, Rancho Drivetrain, Kartek, Makita, Ogio, K&N, Vp, Dezerttv.com, Pitimage.com

42 Will Staats (57) Valencia, CA, ChevroletEmily Staats (33) Canyon Country, CA, Bill Varnes (62) Santee, CA, Greg Shapiro (39) Canyon Country, CA,Mastercraft, Goodrich, Mechanix Wear

57 Scott Kincaid (47) Thousand Palms, CA, FordRonnie Markegard Gary Kincaid (41) Lake Havasu City, AZ, Jeff Quinn (49) Irvine, CA,Toyo Tires, K&N, MSD, King, KAR, McKenzies, Beard, Vision X, Dirt Bagz, Sign Pros, Lucas Oil

65 Lloyd Sproule (57) Pincher Creek, , FordEat Beef!, Engineering Innovations, Scalzo Racing, Goodyear, Race Engineering

9 Mark Weyhrich (38) Troutdale, OR, FordGary Weyhrich (41) Troutdale, OR,Ryan Williams (24) El Cajon, CA, Keith Mila (33) Santee, CA,Tube Specialties Company, BF Goodrich Tires, Fox Racing Shox, KMC Wheels, Signpros Custom Lettering

CLASS 1200 PROTRUCK1215 Rob Clouser (41) Kingman, AZ, Dodge

Anthony Baker (40) El Cajon, CA, Troy Clouser (35) Kingman, AZ, Cody Swanty (33) Kingman, AZ,Speed & Sport Fabrication, Mopar, Swanty Racing, Senior Taco

1220 Ryan J Staats (24) Valencia, CA, FordSteven M Staats (59) Valencia, CA, Robby Kennedy (45) Santa Clarita, CA, Craig Fullerton (46) Newhall, CA,Big Johns Performance Tires, Mechanix Wear, Air Force One Performance

1235 Jason Voss (22) Cupertino, CA, FordRichard Voss (51) Cupertino, CA, Johnny Niewoehner (45) San Jose, CA, James East (29) San Jose, CA,SCQ Rents, Teasdale Quality Foods, Stevens Creek Quarry

1265 Dave Mason (47) Escondido, CA, FordRick Backus (48) Escondido, CA, Mark Moffatt (50) Carlsbad, CA, Rob Fox (39) Wildomar, CA, Eleven Western Builders

CLASS 15001501 Chuck Hovey (40) Escondido, CA, Jimco

BF Goodrich, Mendeola, ORW, Fox Shox, Danzio, Mastercraft, Hostile, Sol-tek, Total Power, Henson & Son, Autoart, Heilermann-Tyton, TCS, Prographics

1514 Jason Shipman (44) Farmington, MO, UnknownJared Shipman (41) Bismarck, MO, Chris Boyd (35) Park Hills, MO,Complete Auto Recycling Service and Scrap'n

1516 Derrick Sproule (21) AcecoEat Beef, Scalzo Racing, Engineering Innovations, Goodyear, Race Engineering

1523 Ronnie Gillespie (50) Las Vegas, NV, CHMRon Daniels (37) Castaic, CA,Chet Huffman Motorsports

1526 John Herder (39) Tucson, AZ, JimcoJoe Weining (33) Tucson, AZ,

1528 Chuck Dempsey (39) Oak Hills, CA, HMSRaymond Barre (27) Garden Grove, CA, John Harrah (43) Reno, NV, Kody Harrah (15) Reno, NV,Toyo Tires, 3D Reed

1537 Mark McMillin (52) El Cajon, CA, JimcoBrian Ewalt (49) Bonita, CA, Cameron Parrish (31) San Marcos, CA,McMillin Homes, BF Goodrich

1539 Terry Householder (50) Orange, CA, UnknownAndrew Corson (25) Placentia, CA, Chris Eimer (28) Yorba Linda, CA,Householder Motorsports Inc, Playtech

1545 Vince Galewick (48) Seal Beach, CA, DunebuggyDunebuggy.com, Bad Attitude Boats, Centerforce Clutches

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CLASS 1500 (continued)1546 Steve Raskett (28) Mentone, CA, Porter

Jake Johnson (31) Yucaipa, CA, William Clark (25) Redland, CA,Mark Daley (26) Redlands, CA,Larry Jacinto Const, Lucas Oil, VP Fuel, Glen Helen, BF Goodrich

1549 Sam Berri (54) Murphys, CA, JimcoGoodyear Tires, D&E Parts, Sierra Welding, Tom Martin Logging, George Nunes, The Powderman, R&E Fasteners

1551 Charley McDowell (36) Concord, CA, JimcoChad Cola (36) Pacheco, CA, Charles McDowell (54) Concord, CA,Soncor Farms

1557 Lee Criner (47) Oceanside, CA, TatumDonald Vaughn (51) Oceanside, CA, Travis Dutemple (35) Wildomar, CA, Mike Schipper (54) Murrieta, CA,Golden Realty, Goodyear, B&R Buggie

1558 Tony Smiley (38) Buckeye, AZ, TatumCarrie Smiley (39) Buckeye, AZ, Rickie Gaunt (40) Torrance, CA, Kevin McRoberts (41) Redondo Beach, CA,WFO Industries, Smiley Lifting Solutions, Tatum Motorsports

1567 Mike Bilek (48) Tustin, CA, HMSGrant Kimbrel (33) Huntington Beach, CA, Tracy Kolk (47) Tustin, CA, Ed Lalonde (30) Huntington Beach, CA,BilekRacing.com, KC HiLiTES, Nitto Tires, Liquid Ice, Redline Engines, Transaxle Engineering

1585 Steve Croll (32) Corona, CA, FordTim Weston (22) Redlands, CA,Grove Lumber, Goodyear, Streight Edje, ZLT

1587 Darren Ebberts (40) Canyon Lake, CA, FordEvan Vanderweerd (30) Riverside, CA, Justin Seguin (21) Corona, CA,Grove Lumber, Goodyear, Streight Edje, zltmxid.com

1588 Gary Weyhrich (41) Troutdale, OR, JimcoMark Weyhrich (38) Troutdale, OR, Ryan Williams (24) El Cajon, CA, Keith Mila (33) Santee, CA,Tube Specialties Company, BF Goodrich Tires, Fox Racing Shox, Sign Pros Custom Lettering

1596 Alex Gonzales (23) Cathedral City, CA, PorterJacob Beaty (26) Thousand Palms, CA,GHA Enterprises Inc, Maxxis, McKenzies, Beard, TCS, Transaxle Technologies, Kincaid Racing Engines, Primo Verdone

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1598 Joshua Daniel (33) Canyon Lake, CA, Racer EngAllen Hickerson (27) Vista, CA,Danzio, GBC Construction, D&D Laser Screed, Palomar Communications, Liquid Ice

CLASS 20002006 Matt Gumz (30) Barstow, CA, ORE

Gumz Construction, Service Rocks Products, State Farm Insurance, DJ Mathews

2008 Walter Moss (45) Huntington Beach, CA, BundersonRobert King (45) Fountain Valley, CA, Mike Porteous (23) Newport Beach, CA, Andy Ziething (45) Huntington Beach, CA,MSH Construction, DJ Safety, Red Beard Design

2010 Hunter Beaumont (23) San Diego, CA, UnknownAlan Coffee (92) Lemon Grove, CA,

2019 Ross Mattox (21) El Cajon, CA, CarrollRyan Mattox (24) La mesa, CA, James Scheel (24) Lakeside, CA, D&M Drywall

2022 William C Janss (58) El Paso, TX, BulletPeter Janss (21) El Paso, TX, Lenny Loftin (46) El Paso, TX,Fat, Redline, Folts

2023 Amy Perez (36) Laveen, AZ, ChenowthRick Graf (42) Scottsdale, AZ,Pilote, Vision X, F&L Fuel, BFG, Fat Per, Action Auto Tras, Foddrill Motorsports, Matco Tool

2034 Greg Ferruzzo (42) Long Beach, CA, KregerTed Tedford (40) Pasadena, CA, Jim Bombard (53) Avalon, CA, Steve Landis (43) Los Alimitos, CA,

2037 Daniel McMillin (21) El Cajon, CA, JimcoCasey King (29) Escondido, CA, Crecencio Cortez (43) Chula Vista, CA,McMillin Homes, BF Goodrich

2057 Brent Conrad (52) Las Vegas, NV, UnknownBlaine Conrad (17) Las Vegas, NV, Michael LaChase (15) North Las Vegas, NV,

2078 Paul Kurz (31) Yorba Linda, CA, Penhall FabJustin Arnold (32) Brea, CA, Robert Alatorre (26) Canyon Lake, CA, Glen Davidson (51) Riverside, CA,PKJ Construction, GSM Fabrication, Radesigns

2085 Vince Viola (18) Auburn, CA, LothringerDrew Loftus (18) San Diego, CA, Mike Viola (44) Auburn, CA,

CLASS 31003104 Jesse Herling (18) Yucaipa, CA, Ford

Eric Cooper (51) Ellensburg, WA, James McBroom (34) Temecula, CA,

3111 Rod Hall (69) Reno, NV, Hummer

CLASS 41004101 John R Sunderland (66) Valley Center, CA, Ford

John A Sunderland (36) Valley Center, CA, Greg Atherton (42) El Cajon, CA, Dennis Crowley (54) Oak Hills, CA,Echo Pacific Construction, Ford, BFG

4111 Chad Hall (45) Reno, NV, HummerSam Cothrun, Reno, NV,Hummer, Hella, MileMarker, Fox, BF Goodrich, Sign Pros, Mastercraft

CLASS 71007101 Aaron Dixon (34) Lompoc, CA, Ford

Ed Ramirez (38) Lompoc, CA,Philip Ramirez (40) Santa Paula, CA,Ford Trucks, Radflo, Light Racing, PRP Seats, ORW, Deaver Springs, KC HiLites, Racer Culhane Trans, JB Dixon Engineering

7102 Wayne Demonja (50) Peyton, CO, FordBob Nance (47) Monument, CO,David Ryan (53) Long Beach, CA, Dave Nance (41) Bakersfield, CA,Wayne Demonja MS, C-Fab Chassis, Ford, Nance Const,4 Wheel Parts, Prairie Prim, Alcan Spring, BFG, Swayaway, Pikes Peak Tattoo, Steel City Tattoo

CLASS 72007206 Shawn Giordano (32) San Marcos, CA, Ford

Josh Lopeman (30) San Marcos, CA, Ron Ayers (26) San Marcos, CA, Ryan Hunt (31) San Marcos, CA,

7211 Barry Karakas (39) Oak Hills, CA, ToyotaSteve Nelson (32) Norco, CA,Travis Whitmore (26) Banning, CA, Joe Osteen Jr (27) Phelan, CA,Dirt Logic, Fabtech, Procomp Tires, Mastercraft, JE Reel, Whitmore Cont, Westcoast Electric, K&N, G&J, Eibach, Odyssey Force

7212 Richard Blunk (43) Kingman, AZ, FordLarry Trim (47) Everett, WA,AJ Blunk (13) Kingman, AZ, Jared Bradley (28) Henderson, NV,TR Beadlocks, The Roof Doctor, Mickey Thompson Tires,Daystar Products, Eagle Alloys, PSC, King Shocks, All Roofing Supply, Superior Axle, Ford Trucks

7220 Jonathan Swift (20) Santa Ynez, CA, FordAndy Waters (33) Moorpark, CA,Chad Shuffield (24) Santa Maria, CA, Jan Verschoor (45) Ventura, CA,Southland Sod Farms, BF Goodrich Tires, Trailready Wheels, Coast Driveline Service, Ford Trucks, Bilstien Shocks

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official EntriesCLASS 7200 (continued)7222 Jerry Herling (43) Yucaipa, CA, Ford

Jesse Herling (18) Yucaipa, CA, William M O'Hara (48) Boulder City, NV, Krista O'Hara (19) Boulder City, NV, Jerry Herling Construction

7226 Alan A Hogan (56) Columbus, MT, FordBob Brunkaw (47) Tempe, AZ, BFG, Sizelove, Off Road, Optima

7227 Gary Dixon (49) Menifee, CA, FordDerek Dixon (29) Hemet, CA, Stewart Dixon (22) Pinetop, AZ,

7231 Bill Kunz (37) Reno, NV, UnknownGreg Jones (40) Sparks, NV,Torchmate, Shaffer's Offroad, BF Goodrich

CLASS 73007301 Carl Fitts (39) Park City, UT, Ford

Eric Clay (28) St George, UT, Jayson Strachan (34) Kamas, UT, Ford, Goodyear, Fox, Deaver

7314 Don Healy (27) Richland, WA, FordJames Moss (36) Richland, WA,Steve Walters (34) Kennewick, WA, Jose Ybarra (34) Kennewick, WA,Ford, Goodyear, www.4wheelingplus.com, American Trucks, Pasco Auto Wrecking, Radio Service Company Inc

7384 Kellon Walch (25) Alamo, NV, FordQuinn Walch (23) Alamo, NV,Mike Minick Rebel Communications, Ford Trucks, Fox Shoxs, Powertrain Control Solutions, Walker Evans Wheels, KC HiLiTES, Switzer Inc, Minick Motorsports, Bunderson

CLASS 80008001 Curt LeDuc (53) Cherry Valley, CA, Ford

Macrae Glass (38) Kingman, AZ,Rockstar, Makita, Ford, Toyo Tires, Macray Glass, KC HiLiTES, KMC, MSD, Sign Pro, Mogi, Autometer, Mastercraft, Beco, K&N Filters

8014 Richard Waite (43) Oceanside, CA, FordBrett Hansen Kerry Lynch (53) Poway, CA,Gatorz, Rich Waite Painting, Maxxis, PWR, Embee, Friar Eng, B&R Buggies, Soltek, AFG, Ironclad

8075 Jerry Zaiden (35) Huntington Beach, CA, UnknownScott Zindroski (31) Huntington Beach, CA, Kirk Miller Ollie Penchansky (36) Culver City, CA,AEM Power, Bilstein, Camburg, Nitto, Blue C, KMC, KC HiLiTES, Eibach

CLASS 81008102 Greg Foutz (38) Gilbert, AZ, Ford

David Winner (47) Chino, CA,Mike Mounts (48) Gold Canyon, AZ, Elliot Pollock (23) Phoenix, AZ,Fabtech, Ford, BFG, Optima, Dirt Logic, Lincoln Electric, McKenzies, Earls Hooker, Deaver, Earl M Jorgensen, KC HiLiTES

8111 Josh Hall (47) Reno, NV, HummerBF Goodrich, Milemarker, Tifco, GM Desert Proving Grounds, Hydra-Matic, American Axle, Sign Pros, Winkel Hummer

8181 Randy Merritt (40) Parker, AZ, UnknownChris Golding (32) Parker, AZ,KC HiLiTES, Ford, Goodyear, F&M Baldenegro Farms, Sway-Away, Race Craft Seats, Raceline, Bodyline Autobody & Paint, Borla, Autofab, Autometer, UMP

CLASS 10001020 Corey Keysar (41) Colorado Springs, CO, Jimco

Keysar Racing, Lakeside Auto Brokers, PEK, LJK, BFG

1025 Victor Almeida (40) Woodland Park, CO, ChenowthEd Hartman (45) Woodland Park, CO, Ted Hartmann (67) Bullhead City, AZ,Toyota, BF Goodrich, Almeida Racing

1083 Ken Tapert (49) Henderson, NV, TatumCheckers Offroad, Goodyear, RC TransDebi Tapert (45) Henderson, NV,

1087 Kyle Conlon (19) Campo, CA, JimcoMark Fields (48) Lakeside, CA, Jake Velasco (27) San Diego, CA, Cameron Butcher (24) La Quinta, CA,Kacon, White Cap, Probuild, Racer Services

CLASS 11001106 Danny Savant (56) Temecula, CA, Unknown

Jake Savant (13) Temecula, CA, Gregg Ryan (45) Temecula, CA,SDL Real Estate, Mike Voyles racing, BFG

1111 Sigal Greenberg (43) Desert Hills, AZ, AssassinJustin Bradley Smith (24) Capo Beach, CA,Rich Boyette (43) Fort Mohave, AZ, Andy Devercelly (26) La Mesa, AZ, Mobile Radio Communications, Light Force, Sopwith Motorsports, Arizona-Offroad, Yokohama, Fox, Major Motorsports, JG Transwerks

1117 Kurtis Kupiec (48) Palos Verdes, CA, UnknownMatthew Kupiec (21) Palos Verdes, CA, Glen Straightiff (38) La Mirada, CA, Jack Montgomery (46) San Diego, CA,

1123 Lee Banning Sr. (56) Laveen, AZ, FoddrillLee Banning Jr (33) Litchfield Park, AZ,Foddrill Motorsports, Fat, BFG, F&L Fuel, Vision X, Action Auto Trans, Weddle, Mendeola, Ionearth, Matco Tool

1129 Jason La Fortune (29) Alta Loma, CA, SeagrovesRon Malekow (51) Alta Loma, CA, Karl Armbrust (50) West Covina, CA,Howard Roofing, TMR, Fast Iron Fabrication, B&B Roof Prep, BFG, Fox, Kartek

1167 Alexa Bilek (17) Tustin, CA, UnknownSteve Jangaard (39) Torrance, CA,Bryan Bergey () Newport Beach, CA, Alexa Bilek (17) Tustin, CA,BilekRacing.com, KC Lites, BFG Tires, Spent Liquid, Ice Energy Drink,Transaxle Engineering, Dusty Times, Optima Batteries, Howe

CLASS 1700 JEEPSPEED 11713 Clint Malburg (39) Las Vegas, NV, Jeep

Steve Hammack (37) Las Vegas, NV, Stephanie Malburg (40) Las Vegas, NV,Rusty's Offroad

1714 Ray Griffith (20) Downey, CA, JeepTodd Griffith (47) Downey, CA,Mike Hill (24) Lakewood, CA, Randell J Miller (48) Arcadia, CA,Currie Enterprises, AEM, King Shocks, Deaver Springs, Borla, KC HiLites, A&G Sales, Hagen Plumbing

1717 Eric Heiden (49) Castiac, CA, JeepJosh Reider 4 Wheel Parts, Thunder Express, Goodyear

1720 Philip Heynen (31) Visalia, CA, Jeep

1725 Bob Standage (55) Blythe, CA, JeepKyle Standage (16) Blythe, CO,Lucas Oil, Goodyear, Checker Auto, Desert Air Ambulance, River Bottom Autobody, Vision X

1730 Chris Wacker (40) Colton, CA, JeepBridget Blinds, Loma Linda Children's Dental Group

1748 John Helton (46) Parker, AZ, JeepTracy Gappa () Parker, AZ, Steve Draper (34) Parker, AZ, Justin Brinkerhoff (31) Coolidge, AZ,Hel-Fab, Rad-Flo, KC HiLites, CM Racing, Phoenix Displays, Goodyear Tires

1753 Chuck Harvey (44) Boulder City, NV, JeepTy Harvey (16) Boulder City, NV,BF Goodrich, Fox Shox, KC Lights

1768 Stephen Cox (44) Indianapolis, IN, JeepLee Creiglow (50) Fort Mohave, AZ,Mobile Radio Communications, Light Force, Sopwith Motorsports, G-Force Racing Gear

1777 Jim Hunt (58) Merced, CA, JeepJames Hunt (27) Merced, CA, Dave Sanchez (28) Merced, CA,Hunt Farms, Currie, PCI, BF Goodrich

1797 Steve Ghamari (47) San Dimas, CA, JeepJeff Barber (35) Whittier, CA,John Kelty (35) Lake El Sahara, CA, Craig Stone Rubicon Express, DJ Safety, Sway-A-Way, BF Goodrich, Acro Lights, Deaver Springs, Optima

SAFARI PRE-RUNNER - SPORTSMAN1802 Kevin Swanson (37) North Las Vegas, NV, Bunderson

Victor Dubois (48) Henderson, NV, Rob Paterson () Henderson, NV, Monte Stewart (37) Henderson, NV,F Rodgers Corp, Desert Racing Performance, Wiks, Victor Dubois Holding LLC

1809 Mark Weyhrich (38) Troutdale, OR, AlumicraftJimbo Zinn (40) Las Vegas, NV, Greg Yarmon (39) Santee, CA, Joe Castanos Tube Specialties Company, Silverback Chasers

1814 Jessica Freeman (28) Henderson, NV, MirageBryan Freeman (28) Henderson, NV, Anthony Perrucci () Henderson, NV,Freeman's Carpet Service, Team Goose, Dragon Slayer

1865 Vanessa Sproule (23) Pincher Creek, AB, Canada, ChevroletAngie Sproule (17) Pincher Creek, AB, Canada,Eat Beef, Goodyear, Scalzo Racing, Race Engineering, Engineering Innovations

1888 Gary Weyhrich (41) Troutdale, OR, AlumicraftMike Baranowski (43) Santee, CA, Dan Stone (40) Lakeside, CA, Terry Piazza Tube Specialties Company, Silverback Chasers

UTV CLASS 1900 - PRO1904 Cory Sappington (43) Peoria, AZ, Yamaha

Jeanette Sappington (42) Peoria, AZ,Darren Sappington (42) Scottsdale, AZ,Yamaha, Desert Toyz, Elka, Black Rhino, Maxxis, OMF, Web Cam, PWR Radiators, Fullbore Body Kits, Fat Katz Skid Plates, Precision Brake Lines, VP, Yoshimura

1905 Ron Palhegyi (64) Sonora, CA, YamahaRon Sewell (44) Sonora, CA,Dan Palhegyi (37) Folsom, CA,Fabtech, Dirtlogic, Maxxis, Tire Balls, Goldrush, Honda, Yamaha, KC HiLiTES, Optima Batteries, Dragonfire, Black Rhino, PCI Radios, Wiseco, Sunoco

1919 Brandon Schueler (19) Peoria, AZ, PolarisBlake Van De Loo (41) Glendale, AZ,Brian Mumford (41) Simi Valley, CA, Adrian Becerra (45) Whittmann, AZ,Jagged X, Polaris RZR Racing, Mt. States Cont, CR Designs, Vision X, OMF, Jet Trim, Affordable Powder Coating, Polaris Lube

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CLASS 1900 (continued)1930 Sean Cook (42) Salida, CA, Yamaha

Colton Cook (15) Pioneer, CA,Fabtech, Maxxis Tires, Modesto Yamaha, Modesto European, Les Schwab Tires, Rugged Race Products, OMF Wheels

1936 Matt Peers (40) Las Vegas, NV, YamahaRory L'Hommedieu (28) Las Vegas, NV,

1944 Jonas Helm (40) Sulphor Springs, TX, UnknownMark Krotky (40) Cumby, TX,

QUAD PROQ1 Wayne Matlock (30) El Cajon, CA, Honda

Harold Goodman Jr (30) Brownstown, MI,American Honda, Precision Concepts, Alba, Maxxis, Elka, Laeger's, Moose, IMS-Roll, Pro Honda Oil, IMS, Douglas Wheels, Tire Balls, Quad Tech, PRM-ATV.com

Q11 Shaun Moore (25) Pahrump, NV, KTMCody Mitchell (17) Las Vegas, NV,Royal American, Laegers, KTM, Sportsman Cycle, Threadz, Moores Ace Hardware, GBC, Flexx, G-Tag, RTT

Q2 David Scott (34) Belen, NM, Honda North Jeremy Sanchez (35) Los Lunas, NM,County House of Motorcycles, Team Fastlane Racing, TFR, FMF

Q4 Greg Stuart (35) Yucaipa, CA, LaegerNicholas Granlund (38) Las Vegas, NV,Skat-Trak, CT Racing, Fox Shox, Laeger, Maxxis, Hinson, Fullbore, WebCam, IMS, Quad Tech, DWT, Torco, NGR, Fasst, Steamline, Eibach Springs

QUAD EXPERT408 Derek McCabe (38) Dublin, CA, Yamaha

Jason Sparks (39) Sparks, NV,Teixeira Racing, CT Racing, RPM, Regina, Motowoz, Spider, Uni, Dirt Tricks, Klotz, Mom and Grandma

416 Craig Christy (34) Burbank, CA, HondaJoe Bernal (26) Chula Vista, CA, Steve Abrego (38) Covina, CA,Duncan Racing, DWT, PWR Instinct

417 Joey Elms (36) Lake Elsinore, CA, HondaNeil Castelli (37) Monrovia, CA,AC Racing, Race Proven Motorsports, DH Graphics, OMF, IMS, ASV, FMF, Kalgard, Racetech

429 Ray Fay (33) Phoenix, AZ, KawasakiDavid Scarponi (21) Peoria, AZ,Kawasaki, Northland Motorsports, All Fays Racing, KMS Performance, PRM-Atv.com, Elka, Fly, Pwr, DWT, Fasst, Tireballs, EVS, Roll, Precision Concepts

437 Doug Bergstrom (35) N Las Vegas, NV, HondaMike Kline Jr (23) Henderson, NV, Mike Kline (44) Henderson, NV, Our wives, www.dirttricks.com, Alba Action, IMS Products, Race Tech

QUAD IRONMAN EXPERT612 Charles Borges (40) Phoenix, AZ, Suzuki

I Shock

616 Don Swanson (39) North Las Vegas, NV, YamahaCate Nevada Equipment, CP Pistons, IMS, Laegers, PowerMadd, RaceTech, RPM, Sidi, Yoshimura

QUAD IRONMAN AMATEUR692 Greg Kovacevich (40) Boulder City, NV, Unknown

NGR, FS Customs, Kids & Wife

OPEN PRON2 Adam Thissen (25) Reno, NV, KTM

Robert Underwood (17) Coleville, CA,Speed Technologies, 3D Reed, RMS, Concours Auto Body, Dirttricks.com, CMS, NMS

N33 Dylan Lane (22) Vista, CA, HondaJamie Trulove (26) Hemet, CA,North County House of Motorcycles, Team Fastlane Racing, FMF, TFR

250 PROX4 Cody Wallis (20) Reno, NV, KTM

Martin Kite (18) Sparks, NV,3D Reed, Moose Racing, RMS, FMF, Bell, Fastway, Pro Moto Billet, IMS, Dirt Tricks, RTT

4-STROKE UNLIMITED PROF20 Max Eddy Jr (25) Barstow, CA, Honda

Matt Eddy (25) Barstow, CA,RTT Procircuit, AXO, Cobbs Racing, Mansfield Grading, Mom, Dad, Worthland Motorsports, BRP, BMC, Precision Concepts Racing

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official EntriesF9 Ricky Brabec (17) Oak Hills, CA, Honda

Andy Vandenburg (24) Hesperia, CAHemingway Sheet Metal, Mid City Honda, Oneal, Spy, Goggle Wipes, Sharp Shooter

OVER 30 PROP8 Steve Gabbert (43) Henderson, NV, KTM

Jon Pearson (31) Las Vegas, NV,Hard Rock Demolition Inc, Sportsman Cycle, Race Tech, Clarke, Shark Helmets, GPR, FMF, Pro Taper, WMP 9, Gas, Flurqyne

OVER 40 PROC2 Scott Glimp (44) Las Vegas, NV, Honda

Ron A Purvines (43) Henderson, NV,Countrywide Estate Planning, Motorex, USA, Oneal Racing

OPEN EXPERT307 Jamen Noorda (17) Las Vegas, NV, Yamaha

Lorin Noorda (43) Las Vegas, NV,Trevor Ricci (19) Ely, NV,Hougan's Racing Subs, Artworks, Dunlop, Excel Rims, Vortex, ASV, Braking USA, Acerbis, Twin Air, Steel Mx, Sidi, Troy Lee, Racer X, Amsoil

330 Chad Thornton (37) Farmington, NM, KTMTony Zastrow (37) Farmington, NM, Mike Whitman (51) Farmington, NM,C&J Equipment Racing, www.funcentercycles.com, Roundmouth Racing

332 Mark Workentien (32) Fresno, CA, HondaKeith Mayes (36) Clovis, CA, Matt Foushee (32) Coarsegold, CA,

250 EXPERT201 Blaine Conrad (17) Las Vegas, NV, Unknown

Jeremy Purvines (19) Henderson, NV,

207 Cody Knight (21) Reno, NV, KTMRyan Toomey (18) Sparks, NV,Speed Technologies, 3D Reed, RMS, Bell Helmets, Scott USA, Fast Co, Fly

4-STROKE UNLIMITED EXPERT925 Fred Roberts (48) Draper, UT, ATK

Steve Pitts (55) Clinton, UT, Derek Jay Marley (37) Lincoln, MA,Blackwidow Racing, Smith Racing, Marley Properties, Glass Unlimited, Roberts Racing, Wives & All Their Support

OVER 30 EXPERT502 Jerry Herling (43) Yucaipa, CA, KTM

William M O'Hara (48) Boulder City, NV,Jerry Herling Construction

511 Chris Mast (40) Park City, UT, KTMPaul Day (34) Taylorsville, UT,

OVER 40 EXPERT703 Cody Gremel (44) Glenwood Springs, CO, Honda

Bud Chapman (44) Silt, CO,Mike Cleveland (46) Salt Lake City, UT,Glass Unlimited, Roaring Fork Glass, Hipoint Motors, Flat Tire Bill, Rocky Mountain Racing Works, Victoria Secrets, Dave Hardy

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Water crossings like the one below at the Bilek RacingSilver State “300” are a rare sight in desert racing

Photo courtesy Trackside Photo

official EntriesOVER 40 EXPERT (continued)710 Robbie Bunker (43) Henderson, NV, KTM

Shane Haycock (43) Henderson, NV,Meadow Valley Construction, Fremont Construction, Sixsixone, Twin Air, RK/Excel, ODI Grips

IRONMAN EXPERTO1 Ben Porter (29) Goodyear, AZ, Honda

Banning Motorsports, TWS Electric, Sixsixone, Schampa, Precision Concepts, Works Connection, Excel Rims, ASV, Renthal

O11 Kyle Hucklebridge (18) Parker, AZ, HondaWalts Motorsports, Scott Goggles, Scott Stabilizers, EVS, ASV

O41 Ryan Kennedy (25) Las Vegas, NV, Yamaha ZLT, Cycle Gear, Baja Designs, Mom & Dad, Girlfriend, Friends

O7 Jason St John (36) Logandale, NV, KTMRam Proline, FCS Motorsports, J&K Custom Builders, Auburn Electric, ACI, Comtech

250 AMATEUR257 Brent McCoy (28) Etiwanda, CA, Honda

Cabel McCoy (31) Roseville, CAPro Circuit, Precision Concepts, Tax Perks, Crystal Geyser

4-STROKE UNLIMITED AMATEUR957 Steven Brink (38) Lago Vista, TX, Honda

John Clark (43) Austin, TX,

961 Steven Scott (32) Belmont, CA, HondaRich Scott (58) Cullen, WA, Bud Riddle (67) Rail Road Flat, CA,Riddle Racing, Scott Brothers Coffee

OVER 30 AMATEUR559 Clint Chew (38) Denver, CO, Yamaha

Jeff Heller (39) Avon, CO,Panolin Lubricants, Bing Energy Drink, Osiris Shoes

561 Greg Bardonnex (33) Visalia, CA, HondaDennis Smithpeters (36) Porterville, CA,

IRONMAN AMATEURO53 Carl Woodruff (40) Henderson, NV, Unknown

O56 Morgan Mainz (36) Santa Barbara, CA, HondaMainz Builders, Dad, The Guys That Work For Me, Wife, Kids, Zaca Station MX

O57 Vince Leonis (37) Washington, UT, KTM

O59 Mark Galbreath (43) Sparks, NV, HusabergNorthwest Glass, Nevada Motorcycles Specialties, Boss Offroad

O84 James Cole Freiday (17) Kingman, AZ, KawasakiFreiday Const, Laser Works 2 U, Kawasaki & Suzuki Shop, Dr. Glass, Farmers Insurance

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Trophylites got in on the action at last month’sGolden West Cycle Las Vegas “150”

Photo courtesy Dirk Nasland

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