ProFormance Racing School & Urban Custom Bikes #5 At Pacific Raceways – July 8th, 2015

Posted on July 8, 2015 by admin

08 July 2015 Kent, WA – Over the span of 12 to 14 hours the multi-use aspect of Pacific Raceways comes thru. On most days Wednesday to Sunday all the uses of the tracks at Pacfic Raceways can come into play.

Though the photos today show the road-course and drag strip the motocross and kart track were also in operation.

If motorsports of most any kind is your me thing then you need to check Pacific’s web-site and lock into the venue that meets your needs.
For those competing in the Urban Custom Bikes Series #5 – for the first time at Pacific William Nitta took home the trophy

Images are now available – click here to go to the photo albums –

Final Day of 27th Annual NW Historics At Pacific Raceway

Posted on July 5, 2015 by admin

05 July 2015 Kent, WA – The last day for the Historics weekend ended as it began, “HOT”. The temps were well above normal and everyone was after the same thing, shade and liquid. It had to be the perfect time for a cool suit as a driver all in your protective gear suffers from the heat that comes from a race car.

For those watching the umbrella for shade and no rain seemed to be the perfect fit. Since all of this was for Seattle Children’s Hospital all felt strongly that the heat was just something that happens when you are doing things for a good cause.

I would much rather see those seeking shade than protection from the rain. Great job by the SOVREN leaders and their cast of volunteers for a great event for a greater cause. It was an amazing weekend!

This last batch of images makes the total for the weekend just over 2,500 images, broken into four albums. Please take a look, and your purchases are greatly appreciated!!

For Images From Today – the final day – Click Here

For Images From July 4th – Click Here

For The Series “A” Images From Friday’s Practice – Click Here

For The Series “B” Images From Friday’s Practice – Click Here

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27th Annual Pacific Northwest Historic At Pacific Raceways – July 4th, 2015

Posted on July 4, 2015 by admin

04 July 2015 Kent, WA – When the SOVREN group gathers for their weekend of racing at Pacific Raceways it is more than just racing. Fund raising deals of all kinds come together for Seattle Children’s Hospital and what those funds can do.

The silent auction at the end of the day had many an item to bid on. For the Pro3 drivers they added a deal for a donation you got a chance to ride around the track in a just short of race speeds side by side with the other cars. By the number of cars in the pack they did very well for Seattle Children’s Hospital.

Add to this the many car clubs that add to the totals by bringing out their members for a drive around the track for their donations. Pretty cool all the way around for a very good cause to help Seattle Children’s Hospital.

It was warm and sunny all day – click here for the images from Day 2 of the 27th Annual Pacific Northwest Historics Event at Pacific Raceways.

SOVREN Practice At Pacific Raceways – July 3rd, 2015

Posted on July 3, 2015 by admin

03 July 2015 Kent, WA – Practice sessions for the 2015 SOVREN event at Pacific Raceways features two albums, with two photographers providing coverage from a bunch of locations on Pacific Raceways 2.5 Mile Surface – click on the links below for the two series of images. Over 1,500 images today – make sure and check out BOTH albums!

Series A – Click here for Images

Series B – Click here for Images

SERIES A –

Series A – Click here for Images

SERIES B –

SOVREN b 7-3-15 394 Series B – Click here for Images

ProFormance Racing School – July 1st, 2015

Posted on July 1, 2015 by admin

01 July 2015 Kent, WA – The students at school today brought their daily drivers to see how it would hold up. Never fear as the school and the teaching methods are as safe and up to date as can be. It really makes no difference if you are in a Porsche or a Jeep you get the same attention.

It is all about you and how to handle in a safer manner than before you started the class. Bringing out a freshly built car this auto body guy has put together had to be a thrill bringing to life what you put together yourself. Another young guy is following his father who drives a Porsche on a race team has proven himself on the kart track already, way to go Ben!

Just two of the many who come to the school for the safest way to drive your car fast and most of all safe. Check the website for info on upcoming dates.

Images from the sessions today are now available – click here to go to the photo album. And thank you for your support and purchases!

NW Bracket Shootout & ET #12 At Bremerton Raceway

Posted on June 28, 2015 by admin

28 June 2015 Bremerton, WA – On any given Sunday the racing at Bremerton Raceway things go pretty much as laid out on the run schedule. Yes there are the little and mostly minor issues in nature. Nature, this is the kicker of the best laid plans. The sunny and hot weather here in the northwest is not normal and it was expected to be the same for today. Not so fast.

Just after things got going lightning appeared out of nowhere and all computer equipment is shut down for safety, racing stopped till it passed. After starting up again the rain then decided to make an appearance, and we were stopped again. Such was the day…

Breann who came here on Mother’s Day as a student today comes here as a photography partner for the web-site. A complete complement to what is already being put on the site. Look for her shots when she is not working her other jobs.

For the few that new a family gathering was in the works in combination with a birthday. Sue Glenn who celebrated her birthday today had all the boys in one spot. Not an easy feat as Dallas who works for Jason Line’s pro stock team is on a pretty much fixed schedule and to have the time off to enjoy this family time, priceless I say.

Planned out ahead by hubby Steve and some spur of the moment once in a lifetime happening. As a gift to Sue from Bremerton Raceway she was brought to the starting line for the pleasure of being the “starter” in a race between two of her sons. I have to imagine a thrill of a lifetime for her and for the family she raised.

Photos are now available online – thanks for your support and purchases!! – Click here to go to the photo album.

In the end a very happy ending to a strange race day and the winner’s that came from it.

Jordan Howell in High School
Stacy Hesch in Motorcycle
Gary Howe Jr. in Sportsman
Chris Stone in PRO
William Vest in Super Pro
Pete Conley in Real Street
Dick Ewing in Dual Index

Forum Fest At Pacific Raceways

Posted on June 27, 2015 by admin

27 June 2015 Kent, WA – Bright and early the cars were lining up for the gates to open for this year’s Forum Fest. Bringing thousands of people and cars onto the property at Pacific Raceways is a big run in coordination. It was all hands on deck to direct those to where they are supposed to go. Car show entries drag race entries and the many that come just to walk and watch.

With Speed Factory had their four car team out for testing and those who have no idea of the times and speeds that they obtain in the quarter mile.

When the speeds start edging to 200mph on a pretty consistent basis the rules say that you now need two chutes on that ride. Though all set up for those rules a glitch somewhere prevented them from being tested. I know they will figure it out and when they do lookout for the records they already have.

It was all a great time for those attending and for Breann Ipsen who thought she was going to miss it but took the camera and went about doing what she does best, good job. Till next time have fun and be safe.

Images are now available – click here to go to the album

Friday Nite MX Race Series Motox At Pacific Raceways

Posted on June 26, 2015 by admin

26 June 2015 Kent, WA – Nice weather and Friday night racing is the perfect combination for an MX event. The riders poured in to take advantage of these conditions.

It was fast and a little dusty at times – the track crews were on a constant rotation watering the surface to keep the dust away. The long range weather forecast says these conditions are going to be around for a while so come on out for some fast and exciting motocross racing, Friday Night style.

Over 650 images from a bunch of vantage points are now available – click here to go to the album.

ProFormance Racing School – June 25th, 2015

Posted on June 25, 2015 by admin

25 June 2015 Kent, WA – When lapping days come around the cars that show up will surprise you at times. Such was the case today of those that ran around Pacific’s 2.25 mile track. It is not unusual to see BMW’s, Audi’s and Corvette’s taking advantage of these days. Adding to that mix today was a Lotus and a McLaren with a fine copper colored paint covering it.

I have to say that I have not seen one of these cars on the track here. Anything with “gull wing” doors will draw attention but once you look inside and see what it there it becomes more impressive with “race” proven parts and pieces. I have to say that even before I talked with the owner he was having a blast driving it around the track.

These are the types of cars that when put out on the track they can take advantage of what the car has, and this one has. Was a fun time watching and photographing these fine cars on the track today.

Take a look at the ProFormance web site for a date so that you too can take advantage with that fine car you just picked up. See you then.

Images are now available – click here to go to the photo album.

ProFormance Racing School – June 24th, 2015

Posted on June 24, 2015 by admin

24 June 2015 Kent, WA – The reasons to go to the ProFormance School are many, though a lot are the same. It really does not matter the reason, all who come out of it are better drivers for it.

Many of us think that we can drive until the instructors start showing you differently. Very complete is how I can describe the class. With classroom and walking tours around the grounds even before you get behind the wheel. Yes you are at the wheel at the beginning as these are the planned steps to show you what to expect from your car under these conditions. All strange at the beginning then it clicks and you breeze right thru them.

Go to the web-site and sign up for a class and see for yourself.

Images of the session for June 24th, 2015 are now available – click here to go to the album