Bikes Aim for Formula USA/CCS Loudon Classic : Raceway Media

(LOUDON, N.H. – June 2, 2004) -- The Eighty-First Annual Loudon Classic at New Hampshire International Speedway, the nation's oldest motorcycle race meet, is set for June 18-20. Riders from the Formula USA National Championship Series and Championship Cup Series will compete in this traditional Father’s Day weekend event. Great battles are shaping up in all of the amateur and professional classes.

In the Sportbike class, Jeff Wood and Scott Greenwood (2003 Formula USA Sportbike Champion) will be defending their 2003 Loudon Classic titles. They expect serious challenges from a talented group of riders including Chris Ulrich.

A highly competitive Superbike field at the Classic includes Timothy Bemisderfer, Mike Himmelsbach, Chris Ulrich, and Jeff Wood.

A number of Canada’s top riders will duel America’s best in the Carrera Leathers/Infinity Can-Am 125 GP and the Rising Sun/Infinity 250 GP.

A popular addition to the Loudon Classic is the Super Motard race. A jump has been added on the front straight to add to the excitement of this unique combination of asphalt and dirt racing. Jeff Wood won the 2003 inaugural race. Supercross star Doug Henry is expected to lead a strong group of contenders for the Super Motard crown.

The nine days of motorcycle action at New Hampshire International Speedway starts the weekend before the Classic with the Loudon Road Racing Series races on Saturday and Sunday, June 12-13. The popular Vintage racers from The U.S. Classic Racing Association take to the circuit on Monday, June 14.

Make your plans now to attend the Classic by calling Speedway Guest Services at (603) 783-4931 for money-saving advance sale tickets, or visit the Speedway online at www.nhis.com. Camping is available for all VIP Weekend ticket holders.

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