Friday, March 30, 2012
The "Sun" will come out tomorrow
We are pleased to announce that the Ottawa Sun will be back as the "Official Newspaper" for 2012 at Capital City Speedway. We would like to thank the Ottawa Sun for making a commitment to CCS and its drivers and fans. After the success of last year, the Sun made it quite clear that they wanted to be a part of Capital City Speedway again, and have increased their participation and role in 2012.
Stay tuned for those announcements as they become available.
Construction begins at the "Capital City Speedway Motor Sports Park"
Today was not the first day of work on the 2012 season, but it was the first day of construction for what will be the best year CCS has seen in a decade or more. Today, I felt like a fat kid in a candy store, as it was the start of a vision I have had since my short time as the operator of CCS. Today was the beginning for what I would like to now call the "Capital City Speedway Motor Sports Park". To remain viable in business today, you have to think creatively and find new and other sources of income. We have listened to our customers, old and new, and have given them what they want. A place to come and enjoy the many various motor sports activities which exist today. Last year we had the Stock Car program and re-introduced Drifting during the season. This year we will have an even better stock car program than we did last year, we have expanded our Drifting operations which will now include a better Drifting track. We will re-open the Drag Strip, and are now offering Time Attack and Lapping sessions. We think with the addition of these programs and the addition of others possibly as early as next year, will guarantee the financial stability of the property in the long run. What that means to all of you is, we will be around for your enjoyment for many years to come.
I could not have done this without a number of people working with me behind the scenes to make all of this happen. There are a number of people who have devoted countless hours helping, and I would like to thank all of them. There are too many names to thank them individually, but I would like to say "Thank You" to all those fine people.
"Special Thanks" go out to Trevor Hartwick and Hot Equipment Rentals for their donation of the backhoe today, and Brandon Scott from Karson Kartage.
" Special Thanks" go out to all of our great Corporate Advertisers helping us out in 2012. We could not do anything without their support, so "Thank You". Remember "Support Those who Support Us", and do not be afraid to let them know that you are buying their products or services because of their support of CCS.
Special Thanks go out to the Drummond Family for their continued dedication and financial support of this facility over the last number of years. Without that support, we could not build what we are building, and we would not have the facility we are going to have.
It is really an exciting time to be involved with Capital City Speedway, and I hope you think so to.
See you at the races, or the drifting, or the drag races, or the Lapping !!!!
I could not have done this without a number of people working with me behind the scenes to make all of this happen. There are a number of people who have devoted countless hours helping, and I would like to thank all of them. There are too many names to thank them individually, but I would like to say "Thank You" to all those fine people.
"Special Thanks" go out to Trevor Hartwick and Hot Equipment Rentals for their donation of the backhoe today, and Brandon Scott from Karson Kartage.
" Special Thanks" go out to all of our great Corporate Advertisers helping us out in 2012. We could not do anything without their support, so "Thank You". Remember "Support Those who Support Us", and do not be afraid to let them know that you are buying their products or services because of their support of CCS.
Special Thanks go out to the Drummond Family for their continued dedication and financial support of this facility over the last number of years. Without that support, we could not build what we are building, and we would not have the facility we are going to have.
It is really an exciting time to be involved with Capital City Speedway, and I hope you think so to.
See you at the races, or the drifting, or the drag races, or the Lapping !!!!
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Security Connection offers up a "Steal of a Deal"
Capital City Speedway is happy to announce that Security Connection will be back as an advertiser for 2012. Chris MacDonald, the President of Security Connection and owner and driver of the 03 Ministock, says he would not miss the opportunity to support CCS as we move forward making things even better for 2012. Chris is very happy the direction the track is going and has come on board again in 2012. Chris is very enthusiastic about his racing program this year and has put an offer on the table to help us and our fans.
Security Connection will commit to giving away a FREE basic security alarm system (residential or commercial), including professional installation & 12 months of monitoring services (on Bell or Roger's phone line)including Security Connection's 'Truly Full' warranty on parts and labor while monitored by Security Connection (This is an $800 value to the winner).
The free Security Alarm System package would be given away to one fan by ticket stub draw every time Chris MacDonald #03, Dodge Neon Ministock wins a feature race. The free security alarm system prize voucher must be claimed by an adult over 20 years old. If the #03 Mini Stock does not win a feature by the end of the season, the free system draw will be done during the Summer Slam event in September.
We would like to thank Chris and Security Connection for this great prize, and their contribution to Capital City Speedway in 2012. So if you are looking for a great security system and/or monitoring for you business or home, please give Security Connection a call. Chris MacDonald can be reached at 613-435-7233
Our Origin
Security Connection is a privately owned business servicing the greater Ottawa region. Our company was created by Christopher MacDonald, originally operating solely as a contract installation & service company. Security Connection worked with more than 20 different security companies for over a decade. This experience has played a major role in developing our firm as your most well rounded choice of security services provider. Mr. MacDonald believes that the best sales staff in any trade or industry has a strong technical understanding of the products they are selling. We go a step further by hiring and training sales representatives who have prior installation or service experience within our industry.Our Passion
Security Connection is committed to our clients’ satisfaction and the preservation of their peace of mind. We always treat our customers and their homes & businesses with the utmost of respect. We believe that providing a more detailed & personal level of service earns the trust of our clients and allows us to better understand their individual security needs. When it comes to your home our policy is that our installers must leave it as clean as it was before we arrived.Our Experience
A team of professionally trained installation technicians, with over a decade of installation and service experience, maximize our ability to design and implement the most state of the art, functional and user friendly alarm systems to meet each customer’s security requirements.Truly Full Warranty Coverage
Security Connection will provide full repair and/or replacement of any defective equipment or components included in your new or existing alarm system while it is monitored by our company. The Full Warranty covers all labor, hardware & devices, including batteries, which are required to properly repair the security system. Our warranty does not include repair of damage to the system resulting from user neglect or abuse of the system components or damage caused by acts of natural disaster such as lightening strike, power surge & flooding.Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Thunder Car Challenge
Kawartha Speedway and Capital City Speedway Thunder Car Challenge
versus
A Thunder Car Track Challenge has been organized between Kawartha Downs Speedway and Capital City Speedway. A seperate prize payout in excess of $ 1,000.00 has been put on the table by Derek Lynch and Todd Gow. The challenge dates are August 24th at Kawartha and September 8 at CCS. Both of these events are 50 Lap Races. Points will be awarded to Thunder Cars who compete in both events, with the points winner getting an extra $ 250.00 over and above the regular race payouts.
Challenge Payouts:
$ 250.00 1st place
$ 150.00 2nd place
$ 100.00 to every competitor
50 Lap Payout
1. $ 600.00
2. $ 500.00
3. $ 400.00
4. $ 350.00
5. $ 300.00
50 Lap Payout
1. $ 500.00
2. $ 400.00
3. $ 300.00
4. $ 250.00
5. $ 200.00
*Please see websites for full payout through the fields.
*Pre registration is required by all teams prior to August 15th.
Mister Transmission "Gears Up" for 2012
We would like to thank Mister Transmission for coming back as one of our Advertisers for 2012. Unfortunately, the St. Laurent location did not want to participate in the program this year, but the Baseline Road location and the Kanata location are with us in 2012.
Mr. Transmission
Scott Rusett
1292 Baseline Road
Ottawa, Ontario K2S 1A2
613-224-0990
Mr. Transmission
Greg Rooney
36 Edgewater Street
Kanata, Ontario K2L 1V8
613-836-5555
If you are looking for any type of transmission service or replacement,please give one of these stores a call.
Mister Transmission Gears Up for the Performance Car Season with Mister Racing Division!
Mister Transmission International has been heavily involved with Canadian motorsports at many levels since we began almost 50 years ago. This year, we’ve officially decided to take our passion for classic cars and performance vehicles to a whole new level.
Mister Racing Debuts!
A new "Racing" link feature has been added to the Mister Transmission website. It’s the gateway for both retail and wholesale customers to find a list of Mister Transmission locations that source and install high-performance transmission and driveline parts for a wide variety of classic cars, muscle cars, custom conversions, race vehicles and more.
In other words, if you own or service a performance car, we’re here for you. As Canada’s largest chain of transmission specialists, we have access to the parts, resources and knowledge you need to maximize the performance of your vehicle.
Our Passion for Performance Runs Deep!
Mister Transmission’s commitment to motorsports ranges from the grassroots level of local car shows — many of our employees across the country are proud owners of their own classic vehicles — all the way to supporting the national Canadian Tire NASCAR® racing series — Ken Catteau of the Guelph Mister Transmission location builds the transmission and driveline for Scott Steckly's #22 Dodge Challenger.
Our newly developed Mister Transmission Racing logo is a testament to our history of involvement with motorsports and is a symbol of the aftermarket driveline tuning excellence that’s offered through many of our locations. Showcasing the famous, “Mister Transmission” orange, our new logo also features a “Racing” script that’s a modern take on the classic, first-generation racing logo that was seen at races across the country years ago.
Friday, March 23, 2012
Toromont Cat "Roars" Back to CCS in 2012
Capital City Speedway is pleased to announce that Toromont Cat will be back with us in 2012 as an advertiser . Team Toromont will also be entering a new Four for Fun car for the 2012 season. The car will be numbered after the CAT Nascar of Jeff Burton #31. We would like to welcome Toromont Cat back as a sponsor for 2012, and their new race team. Stay tuned for more updates on the new # 31 Four for Fun Car from Team Toromont.
Toromont Cat is your local Caterpillar Dealer, and is your one stop shop for sales, rentals and service.
They can be reached at:
5 Edgewater Street, Kanata, ON, K2L1V7 [MAP]
Tel: 613-836-5171
Fax: 613-836-7534
Toll Free: 800-267-5510
Hours of Operation:
7:00am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday
8:00am - 12:00 noon on Saturday (Parts only)
EQUIPMENT
Toromont offers the complete line of Caterpillar equipment as well as specialized attachments. Setting the standard for our industry, our equipment product line consists of more than 300 machines.
USED EQUIPMENT
At Toromont CAT, we are committed to customer success. That's why we offer our customers quality, inspected, work-ready used heavy construction equipment at competitive prices.
PARTS & SERVICE
At 4 am on a Sunday morning, whether it's a part you need or service advice - we're here for you. Toromont technicians are available for on-site and emergency service 24 hours a day.
MYTOROMONT
MyToromont is a web based customer tool that allows you to access all CAT and Toromont web applications in one place. Giving you better visibility to your equipment fleet and maintenance costs. All at your fingertips. Saving you time and money.
TOROMONT CAT POWER SYSTEMS, utilizing Caterpillar engines, has become an industry leader in the supply of Generators and Electric Power, rental generators, marine engines and industrial engines through customized engineering, packaging and the ability to design and build complete control and switchgear systems.
The commitment to provide the latest technology, quality product and technical expertise to meet the ever-changing requirements of a growing industry account for Toromont?s success. With the capabilities of supplying diesel and natural gas powered systems combined with unequalled product support, Toromont can meet any of your power requirements. ONE COMPANY. A MULTITUDE OF SOLUTIONS
Toromont Cat is your local Caterpillar Dealer, and is your one stop shop for sales, rentals and service.
They can be reached at:
5 Edgewater Street, Kanata, ON, K2L1V7 [MAP]
Tel: 613-836-5171
Fax: 613-836-7534
Toll Free: 800-267-5510
Hours of Operation:
7:00am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday
8:00am - 12:00 noon on Saturday (Parts only)
EQUIPMENT
Toromont offers the complete line of Caterpillar equipment as well as specialized attachments. Setting the standard for our industry, our equipment product line consists of more than 300 machines.
USED EQUIPMENT
At Toromont CAT, we are committed to customer success. That's why we offer our customers quality, inspected, work-ready used heavy construction equipment at competitive prices.
PARTS & SERVICE
At 4 am on a Sunday morning, whether it's a part you need or service advice - we're here for you. Toromont technicians are available for on-site and emergency service 24 hours a day.
MYTOROMONT
MyToromont is a web based customer tool that allows you to access all CAT and Toromont web applications in one place. Giving you better visibility to your equipment fleet and maintenance costs. All at your fingertips. Saving you time and money.
TOROMONT CAT POWER SYSTEMS, utilizing Caterpillar engines, has become an industry leader in the supply of Generators and Electric Power, rental generators, marine engines and industrial engines through customized engineering, packaging and the ability to design and build complete control and switchgear systems.
The commitment to provide the latest technology, quality product and technical expertise to meet the ever-changing requirements of a growing industry account for Toromont?s success. With the capabilities of supplying diesel and natural gas powered systems combined with unequalled product support, Toromont can meet any of your power requirements. ONE COMPANY. A MULTITUDE OF SOLUTIONS
Sean Kennedy Returns Full Time for the 2012 Season
Sean Kennedy Motorsports is proud to announce a primary sponsorship deal with Ottawa Rental & Supply Ltd. (ORS) for the upcoming 2012 race season.
Ottawa Rental & Supply Ltd. is a full line construction equipment rental company based in Kanata, Ontario. ORS opened for business in the spring of 2010 and has quickly grown into a major supplier of equipment to customers ranging from the residential home owner to the high rise contractor or the largest site development contractors.
In September 2010, ORS became the official Eastern Ontario dealer for Wacker Neuson Compact Equipment. ORS is also an authorized rental center of Hilti brand products and is affiliated with other quality suppliers including but not limited to Skyjack, Weber MT, and Euclid.
ORS facilities include a stocked showroom, fully equipped parts and service department, mobile and after-hours emergency service, and a full fleet of vehicles to handle all delivery requirements in house so you have what you need when you need it.
Ottawa Rental and Supply is OTTAWA’S OWN ONE STOP RENTAL SHOP!!!.
Sean is looking forward to getting back into the driver’s seat again and promoting Ottawa Rental & Supply Ltd. “We are pretty excited about how things are moving along, and we hope to unveil a new look for the car in the next few weeks” said Sean.
From left to right; Sean Kennedy, Sean Kennedy Motorsports; Ken Nicholson, Sales Manager, ORS; Pat Kelahear, General Manager, ORS.
Ottawa Rental & Supply Ltd. is a full line construction equipment rental company based in Kanata, Ontario. ORS opened for business in the spring of 2010 and has quickly grown into a major supplier of equipment to customers ranging from the residential home owner to the high rise contractor or the largest site development contractors.
In September 2010, ORS became the official Eastern Ontario dealer for Wacker Neuson Compact Equipment. ORS is also an authorized rental center of Hilti brand products and is affiliated with other quality suppliers including but not limited to Skyjack, Weber MT, and Euclid.
ORS facilities include a stocked showroom, fully equipped parts and service department, mobile and after-hours emergency service, and a full fleet of vehicles to handle all delivery requirements in house so you have what you need when you need it.
Ottawa Rental and Supply is OTTAWA’S OWN ONE STOP RENTAL SHOP!!!.
Sean is looking forward to getting back into the driver’s seat again and promoting Ottawa Rental & Supply Ltd. “We are pretty excited about how things are moving along, and we hope to unveil a new look for the car in the next few weeks” said Sean.
From left to right; Sean Kennedy, Sean Kennedy Motorsports; Ken Nicholson, Sales Manager, ORS; Pat Kelahear, General Manager, ORS.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Sport Systems Canada in the Game for 2012
Matt Mould, the owner of SSCI and car owner and driver of the #28 Legend Car, has joined us as an advertiser once again in 2012. Sport Systems Canada Night will be June 6th. Matt and his crew have been busy getting their car ready for the new season. They still will be running a 34 Ford Coupe body style but have put it on a new chassis, and they say the driver has undergone some readjustment as well. I for one look forward to seeing Matt back this year, but we might only see him occasionally as his business life is busy, as is his personal life as well. Matt and his wife are expecting another baby April 20th.
Sport Systems Canada Inc. has been supplying and installing quality sports equipment since 1978. Originally a supplier of basketball equipment (Canada Hoop Ltd.), we have expanded our product line to address the evolving needs of the institutional sporting goods market.
Products Include:
Gym Floor Covers - Quality gymnasium floor coverings to protect your expensive gym floors
Bleachers - Indoor and outdoor bleacher seating including telescopic, aluminum tip 'n' roll, galvanized and more
Wall Padding & Custom Pads - Wall mats and custom sized pads for i-beams, columns, time-out rooms and more
Gym Mats - A range of gym mats including folding mats, slab mats and crash pads
Sports & Golf Netting - Golf cages, batting cages, barrier netting for baseball, soccer, driving ranges and more
Indoor Sports Equipment - Permanent and portable basketball systems, volleyball, badminton, soccer
Outdoor Sports Equipment - In-ground and wall mount basketball systems, football uprights, volleyball, tetherball
We pride ourselves in offering high quality merchandise, an outstanding selection of products and exceptional customer service.
Typical customers that enjoy our high quality products include:
school boards
parks & recreation departments
contractors
architects
private corporations
Our web site previews many of our popular institutional products. Recognizing that no two projects are alike, we invite you to drop us a line to discuss your specific requirements. Whether you're outfitting a new facility or replacing existing sports equipment, our team has your project covered.
Our Mission:
To lead the institutional sporting goods market by providing our clients with extensive product knowledge, merchandise of exceptional value and superior customer service.
Sport Systems Canada Inc. has been supplying and installing quality sports equipment since 1978. Originally a supplier of basketball equipment (Canada Hoop Ltd.), we have expanded our product line to address the evolving needs of the institutional sporting goods market.
Products Include:
Gym Floor Covers - Quality gymnasium floor coverings to protect your expensive gym floors
Bleachers - Indoor and outdoor bleacher seating including telescopic, aluminum tip 'n' roll, galvanized and more
Wall Padding & Custom Pads - Wall mats and custom sized pads for i-beams, columns, time-out rooms and more
Gym Mats - A range of gym mats including folding mats, slab mats and crash pads
Sports & Golf Netting - Golf cages, batting cages, barrier netting for baseball, soccer, driving ranges and more
Indoor Sports Equipment - Permanent and portable basketball systems, volleyball, badminton, soccer
Outdoor Sports Equipment - In-ground and wall mount basketball systems, football uprights, volleyball, tetherball
We pride ourselves in offering high quality merchandise, an outstanding selection of products and exceptional customer service.
Typical customers that enjoy our high quality products include:
school boards
parks & recreation departments
contractors
architects
private corporations
Our web site previews many of our popular institutional products. Recognizing that no two projects are alike, we invite you to drop us a line to discuss your specific requirements. Whether you're outfitting a new facility or replacing existing sports equipment, our team has your project covered.
Our Mission:
To lead the institutional sporting goods market by providing our clients with extensive product knowledge, merchandise of exceptional value and superior customer service.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Perkins Lumber back on "Board" for 2012
Perkins Lumber is back on "board" with Capital City Speedway for the 2012 season.Lyle Perkins,a long time racer and fan of CCS would not miss the opportunity to advertise with us, and continue his support for local stock car racing. We would like to thank Lyle, and Perkins Lumber, for their many years of support.
If you are thinking about making that new deck this year, then please give Perkins Lumber a call for a quote on their Cedar products. Perkins Lumber can also fill many of your other household needs, including windows and doors, roofing materials, framing lumber, drywall and accessories, paints and stains, tools, hardware and moldings. They will also deliver everything to your door
Hours:
Monday to Friday: 7:30 - 5:30
Saturday: 8:00 - 1:00
Theya re located at:
2338 Roger Stevens Drive, North Gower, Ontario
P.O. Box 100
613-489-3735
Toll free: 1-877-489-3735
Fax: (613) 489-3498
Their website is www.perkinslumber.ca
If you are thinking about making that new deck this year, then please give Perkins Lumber a call for a quote on their Cedar products. Perkins Lumber can also fill many of your other household needs, including windows and doors, roofing materials, framing lumber, drywall and accessories, paints and stains, tools, hardware and moldings. They will also deliver everything to your door
Hours:
Monday to Friday: 7:30 - 5:30
Saturday: 8:00 - 1:00
Theya re located at:
2338 Roger Stevens Drive, North Gower, Ontario
P.O. Box 100
613-489-3735
Toll free: 1-877-489-3735
Fax: (613) 489-3498
Their website is www.perkinslumber.ca
Friday, March 16, 2012
Young's Speed Shop back in 2012
We are pleased to announce that Young's Speed Shop will be back as an Advertiser with CCS in 2012. Wayne Young, and Young's Speed Shop have been a part of Capital City Speedway for a very long time. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Wayne for his support over the many years, and again for 2012.
On a personal note, I would like to thank Wayne Young for his help and advice over the last year. I am a better person and track manager as a result of Wayne Young. Thank You.
Young's Speed Shop is located at 496 Gladstone Ave, and can provide you, or order for you, some of your missing car pieces to complete your project. Wayne can be reached at 613-232-4869, or you can just drop by.
On a personal note, I would like to thank Wayne Young for his help and advice over the last year. I am a better person and track manager as a result of Wayne Young. Thank You.
Young's Speed Shop is located at 496 Gladstone Ave, and can provide you, or order for you, some of your missing car pieces to complete your project. Wayne can be reached at 613-232-4869, or you can just drop by.
Meet the Driver's Nights will be held each and every week in 2012
CCS will have "Meet the Drivers" each and every week in front of the main grandstand entrance. The drivers will be there to talk to our race fans, get pictures and sign autographs.
Opening Night, we will have our Class Champions from 2011 up front. They are
Late Models - Steve Munro
Thunder - Dave Stinson
Legends - Matt Haufe
Mini Stock - Kyle Baker
Four for Fun - Brooke Cordick - who as a result of winning her Four for Fun Championship has been moved up to Mini Stock.
We hope to see all of you there May 23rd.
Opening Night, we will have our Class Champions from 2011 up front. They are
Late Models - Steve Munro
Thunder - Dave Stinson
Legends - Matt Haufe
Mini Stock - Kyle Baker
Four for Fun - Brooke Cordick - who as a result of winning her Four for Fun Championship has been moved up to Mini Stock.
We hope to see all of you there May 23rd.
Drivers Page Updates.
We would like to try and stay current with our webpage information, so if all drivers could visit their Drivers Page and send us over updated information. Some of you do not have anything on your Drivers Page, so please send us over all of your information so we can get that changed.
We hope to start the season with all of the pages completed.
We hope to start the season with all of the pages completed.
News of more cars coming to CCS.
Two days ago I spoke with a gentleman about coming out to race at CCS. He was interested in coming out in the Mini Stock class and wanted to know more about making that happen. We had a great conversation and he may end up in Mini Stock, but more than likely will be in a new Four for Fun car for 2012. I will not count that one until I get a picture of it or it shows up on Dyno Day. Which is May 9 - we are taking time bookings now. What I do know for sure is that we will have another female driver in the Mini Stock class running for the Rookie of the Year. The car has been bought and will be racing in 2012.
What impresses me the most this year compared to this time last year, is the number of new people coming out to race this year. Even the talk of new cars and new drivers coming is way up over this time last year. I never count the cars until it is home in the shop getting ready for the season, but even so by my count we are looking at 12 new cars for the 2012 season. If we add that onto last years car count and factor in some cars who are not coming back from last year, we are still way up from last years numbers.
What does that mean?
That means great racing in every class. Great racing means great entertainment for both our fans and our drivers. Capital City Speedway will be the place to be this summer.
What impresses me the most this year compared to this time last year, is the number of new people coming out to race this year. Even the talk of new cars and new drivers coming is way up over this time last year. I never count the cars until it is home in the shop getting ready for the season, but even so by my count we are looking at 12 new cars for the 2012 season. If we add that onto last years car count and factor in some cars who are not coming back from last year, we are still way up from last years numbers.
What does that mean?
That means great racing in every class. Great racing means great entertainment for both our fans and our drivers. Capital City Speedway will be the place to be this summer.
Saturday, March 10, 2012
New Capital City Speedway Pace Car unveiled today at the Parade.
Here is your first look at the new CCS Pace Car for 2012. We are very happy with the look of the car and are very happy with the graphics work which was designed and installed by 53 Colours.
St. Patricks Day Parade a HUGE Success.
We are always looking for opportunities to raise the awareness of Capital City Speedway to the public. I have never been in a parade before and I don't know if Capital City Speedway has ever been in one either, but what I do know is that having race cars in a Parade, gets lots of attention. That is the impression we got after today. We had lots of comments from people on the street, and lots of " Wow, Capital City Speedway, I haven't been there in years". Sometimes you just have to remind people of how much fun they used to have at Capital City Speedway to get them back again. If we can remind them enough times through Parades and other types of Media, hopefully we will see them again. I know we will see some of our old friends back after today, and hopefully they will bring their children, or grand children with them. If we can do that, we will create a whole new generation of fans, and fans are what we need to keep things going, this year, and for the next several years. I think we started that process today. Thunder Cat was very excited by the fact that he had the opportunity to meet the Mayor of Ottawa today. We had some issues trying to get him home in the car because his head got even bigger than normal.
Making this happen is not possible without help from a number of people. I would like to thank Al Dickie, AJ Dickie, and Nolan Gould for bringing thier cars out to the parade. I would like to thank Sylvia Ferris ( my mom ), Chris Gow, Megan Gow, Mackenzie Gow, Connor Gow and my lovely wife Renata, for helping CCS out in the parade today. Last, but certainly not least, a warm and fuzzy thanks to Thunder Cat for coming out and giving us a hand.
A couple of weeks ago, we did another Car show down at Winterlude. It is a little late, but I wanted to thank the Holtom Family for bringing down one of their Late Models, Al Dickie for bringing down his Late Model, and Kyle Baker for bringing down his Mini Stock. Thanks to Thunder Cat for making an appearance, and once again, Renata and Mackenzie Gow.
Making this happen is not possible without help from a number of people. I would like to thank Al Dickie, AJ Dickie, and Nolan Gould for bringing thier cars out to the parade. I would like to thank Sylvia Ferris ( my mom ), Chris Gow, Megan Gow, Mackenzie Gow, Connor Gow and my lovely wife Renata, for helping CCS out in the parade today. Last, but certainly not least, a warm and fuzzy thanks to Thunder Cat for coming out and giving us a hand.
A couple of weeks ago, we did another Car show down at Winterlude. It is a little late, but I wanted to thank the Holtom Family for bringing down one of their Late Models, Al Dickie for bringing down his Late Model, and Kyle Baker for bringing down his Mini Stock. Thanks to Thunder Cat for making an appearance, and once again, Renata and Mackenzie Gow.
New Schedules Coming Soon.
The dates have been set, and have been sent over to be uploaded on the wepage. Stay tuned for the Drifting Schedule, the Time Attack Schedule and the Drag Schedule. When we first started this process we knew our goal was to make this facility, one that operated throughout the week, and catered to the various motor sports activities and clubs which exist. That will be a reality in 2012. We have a long way to go and will need a lot of help in making that happen. We need to do a number of things to prepare the Drift Track, and the Drag Strip prior to starting these new motor sports venues at Capital City Speedway.
It appears that Mother Nature will help us a little bit as the weather warms up nicely over the next couple of weeks. I was out at the track yesterday and the track has a number of feet to go before we see pavement. With some higher temperatures, and a little bit of sun, it should not take too long before we can get out there and start working.
We hope to see a number of volunteers out helping to make your venue, whether it is the oval or the 1/8 mile a little better for 2012.
We will keep you apprised of the conditions out there and will let you know when we will need your help to make Capital City Speedway the best it can be..
It appears that Mother Nature will help us a little bit as the weather warms up nicely over the next couple of weeks. I was out at the track yesterday and the track has a number of feet to go before we see pavement. With some higher temperatures, and a little bit of sun, it should not take too long before we can get out there and start working.
We hope to see a number of volunteers out helping to make your venue, whether it is the oval or the 1/8 mile a little better for 2012.
We will keep you apprised of the conditions out there and will let you know when we will need your help to make Capital City Speedway the best it can be..
Friday, March 9, 2012
Join us on Saturday at the St. Patrick's Day Parade
Capital City Speedway will be one of over 50 groups participating in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday May 12th. The Parade starts at 11:00 am at City Hall and proceeds east, down Laurier Ave and then down Bank Street to Landsdowne Park.
Capital City Speedway will be showing off it's new Pace Car. Thunder Cat will be there, along with some of Capital City's stock cars.
If you are not doing anything tomorrow, stop by and see one of the biggest parades in Ottawa.
Capital City Speedway will be showing off it's new Pace Car. Thunder Cat will be there, along with some of Capital City's stock cars.
If you are not doing anything tomorrow, stop by and see one of the biggest parades in Ottawa.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Capital City Speedway's car count just keeps getting BIGGER
We are so pleased to hear about new cars coming out, and the news got even better today with the addition of two new cars in 2012. This is on top of the already growing list of new cars coming out.
Today, we spoke with two new drivers who have cars in their garage and are waiting anxiously to get out on the track and try their skill and luck on for size. We will fill you in on the names and their info when we have it from them. What I can tell you is that we have one new Mini Stock and one new Legend. As mentioned, these are guys with cars in their shops, so we know we will see them soon.
Our new car count at this point in all classes bodes very well for an exciting 2012 season. With the addition of these new cars, will put us in a car count range we have not seen in over 10 years.
New cars - confirmed
Four for Fun - 2
Mini Stock - 3
Thunder - 4
Legends - 2
Late Model - 2
This gives us a total of 13 new cars from last year. 3 of the 13 are drivers moving up to a different class, but regardless a net change of 10 new cars. I love it and I am sure come race night, you will love it to.
We hope to add a few more before Opening Night, so stay tuned for more news on these new cars and drivers.
Today, we spoke with two new drivers who have cars in their garage and are waiting anxiously to get out on the track and try their skill and luck on for size. We will fill you in on the names and their info when we have it from them. What I can tell you is that we have one new Mini Stock and one new Legend. As mentioned, these are guys with cars in their shops, so we know we will see them soon.
Our new car count at this point in all classes bodes very well for an exciting 2012 season. With the addition of these new cars, will put us in a car count range we have not seen in over 10 years.
New cars - confirmed
Four for Fun - 2
Mini Stock - 3
Thunder - 4
Legends - 2
Late Model - 2
This gives us a total of 13 new cars from last year. 3 of the 13 are drivers moving up to a different class, but regardless a net change of 10 new cars. I love it and I am sure come race night, you will love it to.
We hope to add a few more before Opening Night, so stay tuned for more news on these new cars and drivers.
Dyno Day Set - May 5th 2012.
Special thanks go out to Len Bertrand at Lentech Motorsports for use of his dyno equipment and staff on Saturday May 5th. This will be a free dyno day for all mini stock and four for fun cars and just to remind all four for fun cars, you must have your car dynoed prior to race night.
Mini stock cars which have not changed anything performance wise since last year do not need to attend. BUT, you will be held to the numbers from last year. The rules state that on any new dyno from a challenge from another racer or a track challenge, you must be within 5% of the dyno number on file or you will loose all points incurred up to that date.
The date will allow all cars to change their set up with the additional weight and get time to work out the bugs with the added weight prior to opening night.
Lentech Motorsports is located at 3835 McBean Street, Richmond, Ontario
Capital Audiology "Hears Us" and signs on for 2012
Eric M cKeown, the owner of Capital Audiology, came to the track last year for his first time in a number of years. Eric and his family had a great time and he knew that he wanted to be a part of Capital City Speedway. We are pleased to announce that for the 2012 season Capital Audiology will be an advertsier with us for the season.
If you are in need of their services, please give them a call at one of their three locations.
Nepean
LifeSource Medical Centre
130 Robertson Rd.
Nepean, ON. K2H 5Z1
613.829.1710 (Phone)
613.829.4873 (Fax) hearing@capitalaudiology.ca
Kanata
471 Hazeldean Rd.
Suite # 18
Kanata, ON. K2L 4B8
613.836.1295 (Phone)
613.836.4663 (Fax) hearing@capitalaudiology.ca AlmonteAlmonte General Hospital
(in the Old Fairview Manor)
95 Spring St. Almonte, ON. K0A 1A0
613.829.4873 (Fax) hearing@capitalaudiology.ca
Kanata
471 Hazeldean Rd.
Suite # 18
Kanata, ON. K2L 4B8
613.836.1295 (Phone)
613.836.4663 (Fax) hearing@capitalaudiology.ca
613.836.4663 (Fax) hearing@capitalaudiology.ca
Almonte
Almonte General Hospital(in the Old Fairview Manor)
95 Spring St. Almonte, ON. K0A 1A0
CLINIC Services
Complete Hearing Evaluation
A certified audiologist will perform a comprehensive battery of tests to determine the health of your auditory system, the status of your hearing and explain the results.If a hearing loss is identified the audiologist will recommend one of two options. If there is a medical solution you will be referred to your family physician or an Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist. If there is no medical solution a hearing aid will be recommended.
Counseling
We encourage other family members to participate as it is helpful to discuss the hearing loss with everyone concerned. Families and friends must learn new communication tools in order to better live with someone with hearing loss.Hearing Aid Evaluation
Once a hearing loss has been identified that cannot be medically corrected, a hearing aid will be recommended. The audiologist will make the evaluation based on the hearing loss, lifestyle and needs. Captial Audiology works with all available manufacturers in Canada and only recommends Class 2 Medical Devices.Hearing Aid Fitting
Unlike eyeglasses, hearing aids are not an instant fit solution. They need to be programmed according to the hearing loss and may require follow-up appointments for further fine tuning. For first time users it may take an adjustment period to get used to all of the new sounds, like living near the airport, your brain needs time to filter out the sounds you don't want versus those you wish to hear.Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Dymon Self Storage is back in 2012
We would like to thank Dymon Self Storage for renewing their advertising deal with Capital City Speedway. Dymon Self Storage Night will be August 1, 2012 and this will be our CHEO Fundraiser Night as well. So, if you need a little more space, or a lot, please give Dymon Self Storage a call. They will even come and pick it up.
At Dymon Self Storage, we'll change the way you think about storage! With our state-of-the-art facilities, we offer a storage solution like never before! And to make your life simple, we even offer a FREE Truck and Driver at MOVE-IN!
If you are looking to:
Stop by and check us out at one of our 6 convenient locations to see the Dymon Difference for yourself! We even SELL BOXES and MOVING SUPPLIES at exceptional prices.
And if you want to sell something, check out Dymonmine.com, Ottawa's premium online marketplace. DymonMine.com offers a better way to BUY and SELL new or pre-owned items in a safe, convenient and hassle-free way.
Call us at 613-842-9900 or drop by one of our 6 convenient locations around Ottawa to arrange a tour with one of our professional Store Associates... we know you'll be impressed!
Think Dymon Self Storage for all the things that fit in your life but not your home!
At Dymon Self Storage, we'll change the way you think about storage! With our state-of-the-art facilities, we offer a storage solution like never before! And to make your life simple, we even offer a FREE Truck and Driver at MOVE-IN!
If you are looking to:
- Downsize your home
- Clear out your garage for the winter
- Stage your home for sale
- Renovate your basement
- Store seasonal items (including tires)
- Or if you simply have too much stuff and want to DECLUTTER...
Stop by and check us out at one of our 6 convenient locations to see the Dymon Difference for yourself! We even SELL BOXES and MOVING SUPPLIES at exceptional prices.
And if you want to sell something, check out Dymonmine.com, Ottawa's premium online marketplace. DymonMine.com offers a better way to BUY and SELL new or pre-owned items in a safe, convenient and hassle-free way.
Call us at 613-842-9900 or drop by one of our 6 convenient locations around Ottawa to arrange a tour with one of our professional Store Associates... we know you'll be impressed!
Think Dymon Self Storage for all the things that fit in your life but not your home!
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Eastern Pro Tour coming to Ottawa in 2013?
Last week I was down at the Bonnechere Cup and met with the owners of the Eastern Pro Tour. We have had discussions about bringing the ice racing tour to Capital City Speedway in 2013. Claude will be coming to Ottawa in the next week or so to have a look at our facility to see if we can do something to the concrete walls to make it safe for their drivers. If we can satisfy him it is possible we might see this Tour come to Ottawa. The only stumbling block after that is volunteers to help make an ice track, lots and lots of water, and Corporate Sponsors to help make this happen.
We will keep you informed as this moves along.
Tires
Please note that Capital City Speedway has taken over the tire program for both the Thunder Cars and the Late Models. They can be purchased at the track on race nights or give us a call at 613-723-7223 to make arrangements.
Wea re currently working on being a supplier for the Falcon Tires for Mini Stock. We will notify you when and if this happens,.
Wea re currently working on being a supplier for the Falcon Tires for Mini Stock. We will notify you when and if this happens,.
Friday, March 2, 2012
2012 Rules Now Posted.
The 2012 Rulebook has now been updated and is now posted under the Rule Tab. There are only minor changes to a number of classes, with the Four for Fun the exception.
We have reviewed a recommendation that came in from Jeff Smith and it will be added to the 2013 Rulebook.. We are looking at all cars adding a steel plate on the drivers side roll cage covering the door area. Currently, some vehicles do not have protection on the door to stop a piercing of the door skin and continuing into the driver. This rule will be mandatory in 2013. ( It is now mandatory in the Thunder Class for 20 gauge. ) The rule will state that a minimum of 16 gauge steel plate will be placed between the outer door skin and the roll cage covering the driver and seat area.
It is highly recommended that you do this now to meet the new rule in 2013 and it is always better to be safer than not.
This rule/recommendation will not apply to the Legend Class as that class is governed by Inex.
We have reviewed a recommendation that came in from Jeff Smith and it will be added to the 2013 Rulebook.. We are looking at all cars adding a steel plate on the drivers side roll cage covering the door area. Currently, some vehicles do not have protection on the door to stop a piercing of the door skin and continuing into the driver. This rule will be mandatory in 2013. ( It is now mandatory in the Thunder Class for 20 gauge. ) The rule will state that a minimum of 16 gauge steel plate will be placed between the outer door skin and the roll cage covering the driver and seat area.
It is highly recommended that you do this now to meet the new rule in 2013 and it is always better to be safer than not.
This rule/recommendation will not apply to the Legend Class as that class is governed by Inex.
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