The 25th Annual Community Bank, N.A. Very clean sound on this (Phil is very sharp and clean on this). July 11, 1967 Alcohol and glass containers are not permitted. The official page of Oxford Speedway. - 2022 Rain checks may be used for any race Six weeks later thanks in large part to the work of engineer Harold Small the most modern racing facility in Maine hosted its first event, with Hutch Hutchins winning the first feature. These 2 shows were a ball. Restrooms are located at the far side of each end of the main grandstands Really good show, though I prefer the 1st night more. Al Hammond wins the 75th Pro Stock race of his career. Notes and statistics from the NASCAR regular season finale, a Super Late Model crown jewel and more. Shaw late to take second, a tie of his best ACT finish, with Shaw taking down third and further padding his points title hopes. Shaw joined in at the front. But being in Daytona last night with my family, and getting the Cup car into the (playoffs), and having a good Xfinity race (spotting for Myatt Snider), and making it here, and getting in just through the heat race and not the consi, its a dream come true.. Search the history of over 806 billion This profile is in addition to your subscription and website login. Show is a five-star 88 beauty. OXFORD Derek Kneeland arrived at Oxford Plains Speedway a little after 4 a.m. Sunday, a few hours before sunrise and only a handful of hours before the start of the Oxford 250 qualifying heats. office for reservations and availability. June 20, 1970 He wanted to grow our sport and build things that people will remember. Tickets - Junior The official Oxford Plains Speedway website www.oxfordplains.com The American Canadian Tour is a late model stock car racing series based in the northeastern United States, and Quebec, Canada, ACT Pro Stock Tour/NASCAR North Robbie Crouch, 9, ACT Sunoco Regional Series Ralph Nason/Mike Rowe, 1, A Brief History of Oxford Plains Speedway. the main ticket office. Grandstand tickets may not be used to upgrade to Pit Passes, however, a The music, scene, and the town came together and everyone was kind. A couple of friends and myself went up for these showswhat a trip. Touch> Pocky WAY, is a real go-getter for a second set start!!!!!!!! Pit Admission - There is no age restriction These shows are the stuff of legend, so we asked Mainers on Facebook about their memories of this show. . third. I have listened to so many great shows this last week and you (of course) have (OVER)-reviewed each and every one as usual. Applebee's Victory Lane is an integral part TRUCKSDivisions Sponsor THUNDERSTOCKSDivision Sponsor. ACT will return in 2019 with the Pro All Star Series and Oxford Plains season opener in May along with the Saturday night race before Oxford 250 Sunday in August. Already registered? 2009 38 American-Canadian Tour cars from all six New England states and the Canadian province of Quebec made the trek to the Vacationland home of ACT to take part in one of New England's crown jewel events. The playing is inspired and full of energy especially Brent. - Its an additional $50 PER CAR to be a VIP; no matter if its one person or twenty, Smart Car or Limousine (but no Motor Homes/Campers) Carl "Bugs" Stevens wins the first-ever Oxford Open race. Please report disturbances to the nearest uniformed employee or security You made this the friendliest and most fun rustic concert trip imaginable. The Stars and Cars of the American-Canadian Tour return home to Barre, Vermonts Thunder Road International Speedbowl on Sunday, September 4th for the 44th running of the New England Federal Credit Union Labor Day Classic. Thank you SO much to Maine420 and all the folks of Oxford!! Speedway is on the right. Just as in 2018, ACT will have two events at Oxford in 2019 the season opener on April 14 and an event at Oxford 250 weekend on August 24. Following [] Read more at acttour.com Funky. I mean, last year I didnt try. The four-division series runs every Wednesday Ill pray for Sandy and Gary during this tough time, and I know they are proud of the legacy Bob leaves behind.. //]]> A wonderful wonderful weekend (except were we . First Auburn Senior Citizens renting tables for its Flea Market in May, Police: Auburn man arrested after receiving $3 million worth of fentanyl in mail, Naked man rescued from Lewiston canal after fleeing from police Friday, Three arrested in commercial burglary ring investigation, Police chase across 2 counties ends with deadly crash in Gray. Enter your email and password to access comments. 1999 The Oxford 250 night before event will also feature Modified stock car racing from the Tri Track Modified Series. Last years SLM champion has gotten off to a strong start already picking up podium finishes on the PASS tour this season. David McGrath, NHMS Executive Vice President and General Manager: On behalf of our team at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Id like to extend our deepest condolences to Sandy, Gary and the entire Bahre family. The program will remain the same, with twin 150-lap features for the [] 04VTD.J. 1969 decades. Click Logo for Online Electronic Entry Forms. in April. Quit doggin' all these 88 shows w/ your low-ball ratings, J-Boy. https://t.co/oIK2uxoaWv. Those shows were amazing but the scene was beyond. Quality of life or homeless crackdown in Lewiston. The largest spectator facility in the state Every time I saw him he had on khakis and a white shirt. Since, the race has grown into the TD Bank Oxford 250, one of the Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Freestye Motocross comes to OPS. original Maine 300 while driving the J.D. He lived a meaningful life. The Rhythm Devils waste no time getting it going. Parking is free for all events. an electronic scoreboard are installed. BYO? Al's first win was July 4, 1965. Only subscribers are eligible to post comments. The speedway is also known around Maine for yearly hosting several Pro All Star Series races during the season, and for its motor mayhem events that include smokey doughnut shows, spectator drags, jack and jill races, enduros, and formally had the ramp jump that has been discontinued for safety reasons. Jonathan Aizen With a Press Herald subscription, you can gift 5 articles each month. Brewster Burns, And then the caution did come out, we were on the bottom. The Bahre family bought Bryar Motorsports Park on Loudon, New Hampshire and opened the doors of New Hampshire International Speedway in 1990. Age Limits @10:16 mark most of the crowd sees the guy flying around and the band cuts it short. Alan Ward, After seven years, 8-time American-Canadian Tour champion Brian Hoar returns for Part-Time 2023 Schedule starting at @staffordspeedway with the ACT Spring Sizzler 75 on April 29th! mile asphalt oval. Bob left an incredible mark on auto racing through the New England region, and his love of motorsports was legendary. In 1963, they took their midget race car from their home in Connecticut to a struggling track in Oxford, Maine. I got up during Touch of Grey and was so high on X and Mushrooms, and smoking indica, and the horizon was at a slanted angle for 30 minutes. You Used to Be Able to Take a Boat From Portland to Sebago Lake, Everything You Need to Know About Legalized Sports Betting in Maine, 8 Completely Free Swimming Holes You Can Visit in Maine, Over 100 Volunteers Building Home in Oxford for Local Army Vet in Only 12 Days, Maine Incentivizing Vaccinations With Free Stuff, Oxford Hills Graduate Marries One of The Worlds Richest Women. This show started it all for me - and what a wonderful, long strange trip it's been! My thoughts and prayers are with his family. A wonderful wonderful weekend (except were we *parched* out in the parking lot!). Unity's Ralph Nason begins his streak of three-straight Oxford 250 He will be missed, but his legacy of supporting and building motorsports in New England will live on forever., RELATED: Former track owner to be honored at Oxford 250, RELATED: Oxford 250 features great short track racing. officer. Alan Ward, Racers - It's time for final adjustments as we make a trip 38 years in the making. ACT would not return to the facility until September 1992. Speedway Motorsports executives issued the following statements in regards to Bahre's death: Bruton Smith, Speedway Motorsports Executive Chairman: Bob Bahre was a true pioneer for motorsports in New England. 0NHDylan BiladeauFremont, NH, 20. Turn Left off exit This just feels like summer sunshine and heat made audible or maybe just a little bit of the divine in the woods. July 8, 1990 Three years later, Bob Bahre purchased Oxford. This is the show where I climbed on the bus for good. has signed on to be the title sponsor to the Outlaw Kneeland finished fourth in his heat race. Sign up and we'll deliver the top stories to begin the day to your inbox at 6 a.m. July 11, 1968 I was like, Im going to have to pull out my big boy shorts if were going to make it in,' Kneeland said. The residents of Oxford were a bit nervous to host the Deadheads, after the Monsters of Rock fans basically trashed the town. - Acceleration Series after the completion of five (5) features. July 14, 1979 "Hutch" drove the #58 for 15 laps averaging 55.6 MPH. Yes, please! Random ACT Fact: In the Oxford Open Competition Series era, the highest-finishing ACT/NASCAR North driver would be credited with a Tour victory. AIko AIko, a personal favorite opened up the first set and West L.A. Fade-away at the time a new tune sounded crisp live. The April 1950 May 27, 1950 Tavares Arts, The American-Canadian Tour is set for a 40-car-strong field ready to roll into @staffordspeedway this Saturday for the first time since 1985! No complaints from this end. Some unforgettable moments from Oxford 250 history. He was very generous to people in the motorsports industry and to the New England communities where he did business. Does anyone outside of Maine know how far off the beatin track this show is? OXFORD Cassius Clark's car looked like it had a rough day, but the Farmington driver was the happiest man at Oxford Plains Speedway on Sunday night. turns that cost Its truly an honor to have known Bob. Bob added the extra 50 laps the following year to make sure racers had to pit. Random Track Fact: Mike Rowe has 152 features at Oxford Plains Speedway. July, 1975 events make their way to Oxford for their only Maine appearance and an The 1st set is a bit short (by '88 standards 6 songs seemed to become more of the norm by the mid-90's), but a great Birdsong to close out the set. In the event of rain, your ticket will serve as your 61NHRyan OlsenN. Haverhill, NH, 8. Home to the Oxford 250. Little Feat opened the two Dead shows at Oxford. One of the most fun shows I can remember attending. It was deja vu for Johnny Clark in Caribou, Maine. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Camping Policy rain-check for a designated date. Success. See some of the stories and pictures from the event below. "Tennessee" is kept airy and loose. Geoff Bodine wins back-to-back Oxford 250 races. At Oxford, I believe it was a tall fenced up gate. The Oxford 250 is now a PASS Super Late Model race, with drivers across the continent who participate in Super Late Models under PASS, NASCAR, Champion Racing Association, Spears Southwest Tour, and other top Super Late Model series to use the same car they use in their home series, as most tracks with Super Late Models use a single set of rules for car specification. Minor children must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian at all times. 60-somethings Dave Dion and Al Hammond also make headlines. Great time, very cool show. Travis Adams clinches his fourth consecutive Late Model championship (fifth overall) at July 24, 2001 Massachusetts native Derek Gluchacki with Granite Staters Justin Eldridge, Alby Ovitt and Brock Davis all taking down heat race wins in the first round of qualifying Saturday afternoon. It looks like you do not have any active subscriptions. The story of Oxford Plains Speedway begins in April 1950, when George Damon bought 200 acres of flat, lightly wooded land in the town of Oxford. 5NHConnor McDougalSomersworth, NH, 10. Richard Petty wins the 83rd of his record 200 NASCAR victories. 47NHBrockton DavisWhitefield, NH, 30. The top five in each heat earn a berth in the Oxford 250. Which modern Star do you think will join the short-list of Legends who've taken ACT wins at Stafford? After a twenty-lap green flag run, that saw sophomore racer Sands pulled up to second behind Gluchacki, Jeffrey Labrecque Jr. and Cody LeBlanc spun off and over into the turn two grass for the sixth caution. HIGHWAY SAFETY changed the configuration to a 3/8 mile oval. Want to flash back for a moment or experience a bit of it for the first time? premier short track events in the country. 04VTD.J. Among the NASCAR stars who have raced the annual Oxford 250 are 17 drivers who have won NASCAR Cup Series majors, with eleven of them Sprint Cup Series champions, and five of those are now NASCAR Hall of Fame members. land into Maine's most modern racing facility. - But Mayberry and Curley sat down after the 2014 season to work out their differences, and since then, ACT has been back at Oxford. Some mentioning the drumming, hang-glider, etc. [CDATA[ With 14,000 seats, the speedway has the largest seating capacity of any sporting venue in Maine. Visible. To get one, go to the subscriptions page. All around great atmosphere and stellar sound. With Phil being in town, we thought it would be great to being back a memory of one of the best concert weekends in Maine history. The Oxford Championship Series and PASS Super Late Models will both hit the track on Saturday and Sunday at Oxford Plains Speedway. Application Anthony Nocella of Woburn, Mass. His impact on the New England racing community will never be matched. Bill Ryan assumes full ownership of Oxford Plains Speedway. The reigning ACT champion dove underneath Turner, ME's Ben Rowe on the backstretch with 27 laps to go and led the rest of the way to become the first repeat winner this . Jean Paul Cyr clinches his record seventh ACT championship at Please note the display name will appear on screen when you participate. This mutually beneficial relationship will also benefit fans of Late Model racing in Maine, as Oxford is the only track in the state on the ACT schedule at the present time. 1. You never know when you have been caught dreaming. Oxford, Maine In fact, the original Oxford Plains Speedway was a -mile dirt track. The Pro All Stars Series Super Late Model and Modified tours also make several stops at Oxford Plains during the racing season. Not all Dead Heads are hippies, but most hippies like the Dead, and this weekend was packed with the old guard. Ryan continued to operate the speedway throughout the 2000s, hosting ACT, the Pro All Stars Series (PASS), the International Super Modified Association, and other regional touring series in addition to weekly racing. The sound here is great, even a little better than the night before (which is how I remembered it back then). - Take in the Heat or the A/C behind the wheel or party hard with the seasons 1st tailgate Randy Ritskes of Brockville, ONT turns the fastest recorded lap in OPS For more information about the American-Canadian Tour, contact the ACT offices at (802) 244-6963,[emailprotected], or visithttp://www.acttour.com. Brewster Burns. Late Models Five Storylines to Watch at This Year's Oxford 250 Here are some of the stories to keep an eye on during the 49th Annual Oxford 250. July 4, 1951 Largest crowd assembled in Maine's history, (12,000 spectators) attend an OPS event. the inside of the speedway. and wide, sweeping turns. Please contact the main That trip changed the direction of their lives. Please contact the Speedway office This event was magic. 1965 After passing six cars in heat two, Quebecs Remi Perreault earned the pole position with his strong Plus/Minus handicap beside Vermonts Derek Ming who took down a +5 in heat one. Turnpike But after a rough mid-1990s stretch which eventually led to multiple lawsuits Liberty sold the track to Bill Ryan in 1999. window.__mirage2 = {petok:"rqRiJJnmb0WLMheWXzv2YZu.jqY4u0simlALVxIMpZI-1800-0"}; "Hutch" Hutchins drives to the very first feature win at OPS. He brought in the states first NASCAR Modified Tour event in 1965, replaced the original wood grandstands with modern steel seating the same year, oversaw the construction of an NHRA drag strip in 1969, and even hosted multiple NASCAR Grand National (now Monster Energy NASCAR Cup) events. "We went to the races together, so if he wanted to rent it or buy it, it was fine by me. Great place and the on site camping scene was really cool. OXFORD Mike Rowe recalled saying just two words when he received a prostate cancer diagnosis in February. I mean, last year I didnt try. Private skybox rental is available at most races. I just remember the guy flying over the crowd on a powered handglider during Bird Song and band almost stopping in amazement. If the page does not reload within 5 seconds, please refresh the page. Gotta respect something that builds up albeit very slowly too this. Along joined Sunshine whom new of a friend w\ extra tickets, for a ride to Oxford. Since then there has been a change in the direction of the speedway, it no longer sanctions ACT-type Late Models as a weekly division, instead turning to Tom Mayberry's PASS (Pro All Star Series) Super Late Models which now serve as the weekly headliner. 1NHCorey MasonGroveton, NH, 19. Derek Kneeland waves to the crowd after being introduced. 1961 This was my first Dead show and it was simply amazing! After being in contention all night, Jimmy Renfrew Jr. took fourth with Tanner Woodard rounding out the top five in just his second start behind the wheel of an American-Canadian Tour Late Model. Well played show from start to finish..One thing that sticks out from this night is that during Bird Song a guy was flying over the crowd in a ultra-light..it was perfect!! - Officials at Oxford Plains Speedway (OPS) are happy to Your ad could go here. available. racing facility. The King AFTER 5PM. coolers/containers available for inspection upon entering the Speedway. Kirk Alexander, David Arute, Andy Shaw, Donny Lashua and . Matt Swanson of Acton, Mass. July, 2004 This is my car, these are my people, our equipment, and we showed them we belong here today, Kneeland said. Adults, 2 Juniors): $30. It would be the 15th and final time that the Grateful Dead would play in Maine. 464.550. Great show all around, especially the short & sweet 1st set. Overall: second night of the best East Coast shows in summer 88. Jeff Taylor wins his ninth speedway championship at OPS, padding his PASS is making its final trip to Oxford of the season, Two points separate the top two PASS Modified contenders entering the finale at Oxford Plains, Racing America & Speed51 Trademarks are owned by RTA Media Holdings, LLC. Michael Liberty purchases Oxford Plains Speedway. See some of the stories and pictures from the event below. to OPS | Directions How about Bobby's pink guitar? The Speedway announces the start of a Friday night Go Kart Series to begin 150 is just one week away at Thunder Road International Speedbowl. Im going to enjoy this one. In 2012, PASS owner Tom Mayberry purchased the track. With less than two weeks until the 48th running of the Oxford 250, the entry list has now swelled past the number 60 mark in what is shaping up to be potentially one of the largest field of drivers for this legendary short track race in the past half-decade. ), Senior (65 yrs. web pages Anyone attend a regional that weekend? Sign up and get the top stories to begin the day delivered to your inbox at 5 a.m. One of the best show experiences ive ever had!Little feat got the band in a really good space! ), Adult (13-64 yrs. OXFORD Derek Kneeland arrived at Oxford Plains Speedway a little after 4 a.m. Sunday, a few hours before sunrise and only a handful of hours before the start of the Oxford 250. Learn more. No water or hookups are Lap 45 would see the spinning Jaden Perry, a Flying Tiger standout at Thunder Road and White Mountain, and lap 51 would find the 15ME of Mike Hopkins spinning following a chain reaction brake check. Very self serving IMO--not that helpful for the amount of words and opinion, time after time. so hip how in the mid-80's or so they discovered that birdsong was a great vehicle for formless improv. 1961 03MADerek GluchackiNorth Dartmouth, MA, 2. Already registered? OPS Sponsors, MAINE BUREAU OF Here are some of the stories to keep an eye on during the 49th Annual Oxford 250. Read more about the return of one of the All-Time Greats at acttour.com! Only subscribers are eligible to post comments. It was her first of 10 wins. MB. Oxford Plains Speedway was originally a 1/2 mile track, 70 feet wide with a four ft. grade in the turns that cost $35,000 to build. This was a great first show for me, I had no idea what i was in for, The town was great,the bus came by, I got on, and this is when it all began!!! Winner Circle, Fastest Lap, & Heat Race Hero Contingencies Shortly after, growth. Get the latest business insights from Dun & Bradstreet. Thats when some nerves started. This is awesome.. Honestly, the car fired off really, really good, we had good bite off of (Turn) 2, and the hole opened so I was able to get to the bottom. Derek Griffith 4. Do companies advertise ineffective supplements? The American-Canadian Tour (ACT) and Pro All Stars Series (PASS) announced today that the doubleheader originally planned for Monadnock Speedway on July 4 has been moved to Maine's Oxford Plains Speedway on Sunday, July 11. Leo: Stay true to yourself and your plans, and youll avoid controversy and setbacks. He had a passionate commitment to both drivers and race fans, and that commitment was evident when he built our facility in 1990. Tues, Wed, & Thurs: 10 to 4- Fri: 10 to 2 im sure mdma helped but i had a blast at this. BIG sounds second set buckle up your boots rock show style touch of grey and beyond. Johnny Clark 6. Next the flood mob pushed the fence down and the streams flooded through. South Portland is now only using one hotel in its emergency shelter program, Maine veterans experience hero's welcome after first Honor Flight trip of the year, Update: power outages and flooding expected overnight, Former track owner to be honored at Oxford 250, Oxford 250 features great short track racing. 21 miles. After discussions with @nhms, ACT and PASS are excited to offer backstretch VIP parking for fans at the 3rd annual Northeast Classic on Saturday, April 15! [CDATA[ Well worth the download you will not be dissappointed. Updated: 5:16 PM EDT July 24, 2020. And the guys did an awesome job and we have busted our (rears) every day during the week when we can and dream come true. 12NHJeffrey Labrecque Jr.Strafford, NH, 17. August 19, 2000 Oxford Plains Speedway, a 1/2 mile dirt track, is ready for racing. Please note the display name will appear on screen when you participate. Coordinates: .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}44913.70N 70294.45W / 44.1538056N 70.4845694W / 44.1538056; -70.4845694. 1,349 talking about this. No rain check will apply for the Oxford Championship Series after It was notable that an ultra-light plane was flying over the crowd rather low during Bird Song!!! 2 of them won by Bobby Allison and the other one won by Richard Petty. (Did we mention its set to be high 70s to low 80s next week?!) Too bad we cant bottle up all these good times and release them with every tape. I will miss him pic.twitter.com/Rgg2B8iuqx, Maine Sen. Susan Collins released a statement Friday on the passing of Bahre, saying "he will be remembered not only not only for his contributions to the sport of racing, but also for his philanthropic support for his community and our state., Bob was an icon in the racing industry and a truly beloved member of the Oxford Hills community," Collins said. The guy circling in the ultralight during Birdsong is one of my great memories from shows that year. You will receive an email to complete the registration. Restrooms style seating for 5,000 and parking for 1,000 cars, concession buildings and a pit area. 68NHTanner WoodardWaterbury Ctr., VT, 6. Please note that all non-employee campers are to be removed from Speedway property by Monday following any events. This will be the 132nd point-counting event for ACT at their Vermont Hometrack stemming from way back to October 1979. Grateful Dead Live at Oxford Plains Speedway on 1988-07-03 . Six weeks later the land is transformed into Maine's most modern @staffordspeedway is up in 4 days, The American-Canadian Tour returns to @staffordspeedway for the first time since 1985 as the Modern Stars and Cars of the ACT Tour are ready to break the 38-year drought. History & Statistics The Oxford 250 began in 1974 as a 200-lap race. 26GABubba PollardSenoia, GA, 11. With 14,000 seats, the speedway has the largest seating capacity of any sporting venue in Maine. It looks like you do not have any active subscriptions. on July 6, 2004, Hell In A Bucket-> Sugaree, Walkin Blues, Tennessee Jed, Queen Jane Approximately, Bird Song Touch Of Gray, Hey Pocky Way, Looks Like Rain, Estimated Prophet-> Eyes Of The World-> I Will Take You Home-> Drums-> Space-> Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad-> I Need A Miracle-> Mr. Dear Mr. Fantasy-> Hey Jude - E: Not Fade Away.
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