San Bernardino, CA (April 19, 2010) –
Ricky James and the SoCal SuperTrucks SuperLite experienced a rollercoaster
weekend at Rounds 3 and 4 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Race Series at Speedworld
Motorsports Park in Surprise, AZ.
Despite turning the fastest lap times of the weekend, the
team came home with an exciting 2nd place finish on Saturday, followed by a
heartbreaking DNF on Sunday.
Ricky was paralyzed from the chest down in a motocross
racing accident in March of 2005. SoCal SuperTrucks outfitted the Super Lite
race truck with hand controls that allow him to control the throttle, brake,
clutch and shifting with his left hand while leaving his right hand free to
steer, pull tear-off’s and push the button necessary to communicate with
race crew members. In 2009, Ricky made his rookie and race debut in the SoCal
SuperTrucks SuperLite, capturing 5 out of 6 wins.
Friday’s qualifying set the tone for the
weekend’s craziness as Ricky “conservatively” qualified for
Saturday’s race with the 2nd fastest lap time before flipping the truck
in an off-camber turn. The crew quickly went to work, getting the vehicle back
in race condition for Saturday’s race.
Saturday morning started on a positive note as Ricky
finished the morning’s practice with the fastest lap time. When the green
flag waived, Ricky went to work, making his way through the field. After
fighting his way into the lead, the truck began experiencing shifting problems
which opened the door for Chad George to pass. Ricky was still able to miraculously
hold on to finish in 2nd place for the day.
Sunday’s race was set to be one of total domination as
Ricky piloted the SoCal SuperTrucks SuperLite to the fastest qualifying time by
well-over a full second. After the inversion, James started the race on the
outside of the 3rd row but quickly picked off the competition as he closed in
on the race leader. Just before the halfway point of the race, Ricky lost full
functionality of his clutch, taking him out of the race with a DNF.
“Although we didn’t come home with a win, I
think we made a ton of progress as a team”, said Ricky James. “The
crew worked amazingly well together and the puzzle pieces are all there.
There’s still a lot of racing left this year and the goal is still to
take home the overall Championship.”
The team’s next race is May 22nd and 23rd at Rounds 5
and 6 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Race Series at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
The team would like to thank current 2010 team sponsors,
which include Bully Dog Technologies, BFGoodrich, Walker Evans, Rockwell Time,
K&N Filters, Alpinestars and AOKNick.org.
About SoCal SuperTrucks
Located in the heart of Southern California, SoCal
SuperTrucks has positioned itself as one of the premier automotive and UTV
aftermarket retail/ fabrication shops in the Country. With a deep
heritage in the world of Off-Road Racing, Action Sports and Motocross, SoCal
SuperTrucks has worked with some of the sport’s biggest entities.
SoCal SuperTrucks carries the finest, race-proven products
for your vehicle, including such premier brands as Bully Dog Technologies, BFGoodrich
All Terrain/ Mud Terrain Tires, Walker Evans Wheels and Fox Racing Shox. Other
brands carried include CST Performance Suspension, Total Chaos, Icon Vehicle
Dynamics, Toyo, K&N and KMC Wheels. Whether it’s a complete
suspension build up for your pre-runner truck, modifications to your UTV,
wheels & tires for your ride, or merely advice on what tire might work best
for your driving style, the team at SoCal SuperTrucks has the knowledge and
expertise to satisfy all your custom truck, UTV and auto needs.
For more info, please check out:
http://www.socalsupertrucks.com
or visit us at:
SoCal SuperTrucks - 774 South E Street, San Bernardino, CA
92408
You can also follow the SoCal SuperTrucks SuperLite at www.facebook.com/socalsupertrucks
For media and sponsorship inquiries, please contact
Todd Ballard- NXTagency
(760) 828-3822
4/20/2010 1:21pm
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