Outlaws have their schedule out and Doug has a new newsletter going with it.
2/29/2008
2/28/2008
2008 Southern Illinois Shoot Out News
February 28, 2008: The forecast for next weekends pull is going to be cold, so pullers need to make arrangements to keep their haulers warm. For pullers that come in on open trailers if you need to park their pulling vehicle inside the arena, you will be allowed to after the Thursday evening and Friday evening show. We appreciate all your cooperation. We cannot control the weather. But I do promise we will not get rained out.
www.whatssmokin.net
www.whatssmokin.net
Books - I can do that, too
This picture collection book of John M. Predovic first got me thinking.. and then working.
I have selected my best shots from the last season and also put them together in a photo book that is now avaliable at lulu.com. I am not going to get rich on this as the production and distribution cost alone is over 30$ per book, but I think it's a nice thing to have to save the best moments of 2007 Pulling in Europe on the shelf and then have a chance to look at it once in a while. Also makes for a nice present.
Check:
http://www.lulu.com/content/2112962
Videos
The evening is safe!
Tractorpulling.tv has the Dutch Hot Farm Finals online and finally the 2006 and earlier videos of www.whatssmokin.net have shown up on my Tractor Pulling video channel! You will have to download the "VeohTV" application that is linked there to view them in full length - but it's worth it!
Tractorpulling.tv has the Dutch Hot Farm Finals online and finally the 2006 and earlier videos of www.whatssmokin.net have shown up on my Tractor Pulling video channel! You will have to download the "VeohTV" application that is linked there to view them in full length - but it's worth it!
Message Board Registration
To stop the confusion, please register for our forum, just follow this link: http://boards2go.com/boards/board.cgi?action=register&user=pullingdepot
I keep getting a load of Emails here - while registration is open to everybody except for one person for this week!
I keep getting a load of Emails here - while registration is open to everybody except for one person for this week!
2/27/2008
Max Brake Becomes a Sponsor of the NTPA
Worthington, OH -- The National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA) in conjunction with the Cornerstone Marketing Group, Inc. is proud to announce Max Brake as a sponsor of the NTPA and the NTPA Championship Pulling Series shown weekly on RFD-TV.
“NTPA is proud to be associated with such a unique company. We are excited that Max Brake chose NTPA to promote its product. We look forward to seeing this company grow and sustain many years of involvement with us,” said David P. Schreier, WPI President/CEO. “NTPA has helped many companies market their products through the large and loyal fan base of the pulling industry.”
Cornerstone Marketing Group, Inc.’s CEO Tom McConnell brought the deal to the NTPA on behalf of their client, Max Brake. One paramount aspect for Max Brake’s involvement stemmed from NTPA’s ability to bring the truck market consumer to them. “Max Brake is looking to reach truck owners, and no other organization has as many truck owners in their fan base,” said McConnell. “NTPA will assist in making Max Brake a leader in brake control systems.”
Max Brake is a brake control unit used on trailers. The unit is unique in that it attaches itself to the master cylinder of the truck, and then feeds that information to the Max Brake unit. The unit has a computer that measures exactly how much brake is being applied to the truck, and it smoothly applies the same pressure to the trailer. This results in a much smoother ride, as Max Brake eliminates the jerky stops that are just expected from other brake control units. There is no other unit like this on the market, and the unit self adjusts, meaning there is no need to readjust the brake control unit after you unload. Max Brake also eliminates trailer brakes locking up, and it is renowned for its safety applications.
Max Brake will be a part of the RFD-TV series starting sometime in March. Fans of NTPA and RFD-TV will see commercials during the NTPA Championship Pulling Series presented by Pennzoil. “The commercials will show the viewers how unique Max Brake is and how there is no other product like it on the market,” said McConnell. “Special features will be filmed this summer at selected NTPA events to highlight the features of Max Brake. There is just nothing like this product on the market today. Max Brake will become a leader in brake technology.”
Max Brake will have a display booth at many NTPA events in 2008. This will give fans as well as competitors a chance to see the units up close. Max Brake is also signing up new dealers. “We are always looking for new dealers,” said Max Brake President, Chuck McDaniel. “The margins that we are offering new dealers are very high, and as the awareness of Max Brake continues, dealers will benefit from increased sales.”
For more information about Max Brake or to become a dealer, please go to the Max Brake Web site at www.maxbrake.com.
Registration
To stop the confusion.
To registrate for our forum, just follow this link: http://boards2go.com/boards/board.cgi?action=register&user=pullingdepot
I keep getting a load of Emails here - while registration is open to everybody except for one person for this week!
To registrate for our forum, just follow this link: http://boards2go.com/boards/board.cgi?action=register&user=pullingdepot
I keep getting a load of Emails here - while registration is open to everybody except for one person for this week!
New Thunder Pulling video out now!
Gerald Wallaberger has the new Thunder Pulling video out!
This time he covered the European scene again and filmed all over Europe during the 2007 season, including the german championships, Ahoy, the European Championships in Denmark and the Euro Cup Finals in Luxembourg.
Over 100 min of trackside action!
Contact gerald.wallaberger@drei.at
Forum for registered users only
Our Forum will from now on be for registered users only.
Reason is this idiot from LEWISBURG (ZIP 45338) OH who tries to drag everybody through the mud and is even using other people's name to post crap.
You now have one week time to register and from then on new registrations will only be accepted by sending your name and address, desired username and password by Email to either pullingworld@gmail.com or pullingdepot@gmail.com.
Reason is this idiot from LEWISBURG (ZIP 45338) OH who tries to drag everybody through the mud and is even using other people's name to post crap.
You now have one week time to register and from then on new registrations will only be accepted by sending your name and address, desired username and password by Email to either pullingworld@gmail.com or pullingdepot@gmail.com.
2/26/2008
New picture book
John M. Predovic has published a new picture book with Tractor Pulling pictures from the 1980s.
It contains a lot pictures of long gone glory and good memories on 131 pages. Being avaliable on lulu.com it can be quickly accessed from all over the planet and even a downloadable version can be purchased for a cheaper price.
Get the book or download including a preview here
Video trouble
Last evening the news spread quickly over the WWW - "Stage 6" the best video sharing platform on the web (or let's say the one offering the best quality of them all) is closing down. They cannot seem to make a profit with what they've done.
Now - how does this effect you?
Easy - most of the Tractor Pulling videos we've offered on here were hosted there and will now be gone.
Of course I already had "Plan B" and I am currently uploading the videos to a new provider where the videos can be seen on my channel - but will have commercials shown before.
The first new videos should be online on my channel by tonight...
Now - how does this effect you?
Easy - most of the Tractor Pulling videos we've offered on here were hosted there and will now be gone.
Of course I already had "Plan B" and I am currently uploading the videos to a new provider where the videos can be seen on my channel - but will have commercials shown before.
The first new videos should be online on my channel by tonight...
2/24/2008
Pull Chat
Pulling Chat tonight!
(pls.. note - if you are not registered, do not type in a password. A username of your choice is all it takes to enter)
(pls.. note - if you are not registered, do not type in a password. A username of your choice is all it takes to enter)
2/23/2008
OSTPA Puller of the Week...Travis Miller & Daryl Bauman
Travis Miller and Daryl Bauman of Rittman, Ohio started campaigning the Oliver 2255 Charles City Express in the Super Farm Class. In 2008, this Oliver will be seen in Super Stock division on the OSTPA Circuit.
Daryl is married to Ivy. At Bowling Green in 2007, Daryl's son, Nathan, piloted the Charles City Express on Saturday.
Travis is in the process of planning a June wedding. Travis is a retired police officer and handy man. When asked about other hobbies or interests outside of pulling, Travis replies, "Who has time for other hobbies?".
Travis and Daryl completed the 2007 OSTPA season fifth in the Columbus Diesel Super Stock Division.
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2/22/2008
2008 Southern Illinois Shoot Out News
February 20, 2008: Class lists are posted. We are still looking for a few pullers to help fill out a few of the classes. If interested call Klint at 309-353-7034. View Classes Here
This year we are sponsoring the "GAUNTLET" which is similar to rodeos "best all around cowboy". The tractor with the best overall finishes in the NTPA/Outlaw Super Farm, PPL/ITPA Super Farm and 9,500 lb. Limited Pro Stock will be awarded a additional $1000 cash. So far we have 4 tractors signed up to run this pulling marathon. If anyone is interested contact Klint at 309-353-7034. Thanks
GANTLET MEMBERS:
1.Larry, Adam, & Aaron Steinmann: Gateway Deere
2.Randy Barreau: Tool Time
3.Mike & Matt Kaster: Teachers Pet
4.Greg Lamb: Black Viper
5.Josh Miley: High Maintenan$e
6.John Platte: Turbo Up
7.Erik Durbin & Craig Armfield: Whatssmokin Binder
8.Troy Schroedl: Contents Under Pressure
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Thanks to all these guys for helping us put on a good show.
This year we are sponsoring the "GAUNTLET" which is similar to rodeos "best all around cowboy". The tractor with the best overall finishes in the NTPA/Outlaw Super Farm, PPL/ITPA Super Farm and 9,500 lb. Limited Pro Stock will be awarded a additional $1000 cash. So far we have 4 tractors signed up to run this pulling marathon. If anyone is interested contact Klint at 309-353-7034. Thanks
GANTLET MEMBERS:
1.Larry, Adam, & Aaron Steinmann: Gateway Deere
2.Randy Barreau: Tool Time
3.Mike & Matt Kaster: Teachers Pet
4.Greg Lamb: Black Viper
5.Josh Miley: High Maintenan$e
6.John Platte: Turbo Up
7.Erik Durbin & Craig Armfield: Whatssmokin Binder
8.Troy Schroedl: Contents Under Pressure
9.
10.
Thanks to all these guys for helping us put on a good show.
Pro Pulling League News
GENERAL TIRE EXPANDS ‘TEAM LUCAS’ INVOLVEMENT AS SPONSOR OF STAN SHELTON’S 2-WHEEL DRIVE FORD PULLING VEHICLE
Feb. 20, 2008 General Tire has furthered its involvement within the Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League through a major sponsor agreement with standout performer Stan Shelton’s SVS Enterprises Two-Wheel Drive Truck Team for the 2008 season.
News From NTPA
Mac Trailer joins NTPA as 2008 Sponsor
Worthington, Ohio – The National Tractor Pullers Association is pleased to announce its partnership with MAC Trailer of Alliance, Ohio, as a 2008 NTPA Year End Points Fund sponsor. Many NTPA fans and competitors are familiar with the MAC Trailer name and the company’s solid reputation for producing high-quality equipment. Be on the lookout for MAC Trailer banners and announcements at all 2008 NTPA Region II events.
“Across the years I have seen the popularity and excitement of tractor pulling escalate on a national level; and I have also taken notice that many members of the NTPA and participants of the events are from the trucking industry and are friends of MAC Trailer,” said Mike Conny, President, MAC Trailer Manufacturing. “So, I am pleased to be associated with and support such an organization where so many of the NTPA members, participants and spectators have supported MAC Trailer.”
David P. Schreier, WPI President/CEO welcomed MAC Trailer by saying, “We are happy to bring a top name in the trucking industry directly to NTPA fans and competitors. Sponsorships such as this are a great asset to the sport of truck and tractor pulling as the NTPA moves ahead into its 39th year of Championship pulling.”
MAC Trailer Manufacturing of Alliance, Ohio is the nation’s foremost manufacturer of straight truck bodies, dump, platform and transfer trailers. For further information about MAC Trailer products and services, please visit: www.MACtrailer.com.
2/21/2008
2/20/2008
Udated Competitor List for Du Quion
Klint has updated the late entries to the competitor list for Du Quion and the 2008 Southern Illinois Shootout....Updated List
2/19/2008
Ahoy Super Pull March 8th
Not even three weeks to go before it's Ahoy time again!
European top riders will be represented at the 30th edition of European Super Pull.
As a special attraction, the organisation has managed to secure two American machines to appear at Ahoy!
Both Ryan’s Toy II and Double Stuff, owned by Larry Robert from Wilmington (Ohio), will appear in Rotterdam on 8 March. Ryan’s Toy II is a Case International MX270, which competes in the United States in the unlimited super stock class. Under the bonnet it has a six-cylinder Brent Long alcohol engine, which thanks to its three turbos has a capacity of over 4500 hp. The machine is named after Ryan, Larry Roberts’ son. The machine is driven by Tim Howell. Tim is known for his fearless driving style. At an indoor pull in Louisville, for example, he drove Ryan’s Toy II several times into the sand pile at the end of the track. Last year, Howell finished fourth in the Grand National circuit in the unlimited super stock class.
Double Stuff is a unique machine equipped with two Brent Long DT466 alcohol engines. The power supplies have been bored out to a capacity of no less than 598 cubic inches (9.8 litres) and are each equipped with three turbos. The engines deliver about 4,800 hp each. The regular driver of Double Stuffed is John Evans, who works for one of Larry Roberts’ companies and is a mechanic in the Roberts pulling team. He is also the regular driver of the super stock Big Toy II, with which he won the well known indoor race in Louisville (Kentucky) in 2005.
Double Stuffed made its appearance on the circuit halfway through the 2007 season. After a cautious start, he soon got into winning ways. At the Grand National pull in Tomah he finished second in the modifieds class.
Further Info & Tickets: www.europeansuperpull.nl
NFMS pics of Photographers on the web
Several people have been shooting at the NFMS. Here's an overview for those who may have missed one.
2/18/2008
Badger State News
Badger State Winter/Spring meeting details along with St. Jude Pull and Sponsor Info
Also, an inspiring heart felt "Thank You" Letter from Norman Henneman!
Also, an inspiring heart felt "Thank You" Letter from Norman Henneman!
2/17/2008
2/16/2008
NFMS Sat. Finals Results
2/15/2008
2008 NFMS Video
Shawn Swearinger with the Joker at NFMS 2008
Thanks Leah Guffey & Zimmcomm
What Deere is this?
Thanks Nalenlogsdon
Thanks Leah Guffey & Zimmcomm
What Deere is this?
Thanks Nalenlogsdon
2/14/2008
NFMS Thurs. Nite Results
| THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2008 | ||||
| 9,300lb Super Farm Tractors | ||||
| Driver Name | City/State | Vehicle | Pull Distance | |
| 1 | Steve Kavan | Cedar Bluffs NE | Magnum Force | Full Pull - 232.95 |
| 2 | Quinton Hartman | Haubstadt IN | International Addiction | Full Pull - 223.19 |
| 3 | Brock Oomen | Hart MI | Bad Oomen | 246.49 |
| 4 | Troy Schroedl | Fort Atkinson WI | Contents Under Pressure | 244.77 |
| 5 | Henry Smith | Blissfield MI | Assorted Nuts | 242.31 |
| 6 | Avery Nauman | Cardington OH | Lil' Rascal | 241.7 |
| 7 | Jerry Wisel | Roanoke IN | Constant Conflict | 241.49 |
| 8 | Justin Wagler | Morgantown IN | Real Deere | 240.57 |
| 9 | Bob Sietsema | Hudsonville MI | Wolverine Deere I I | 239.73 |
| 10 | Peter Norton | Franklin IN | The Perfect Storm | 236.78 |
| 11 | Jeremy Smith | Medina OH | Hystrung | 234.7 |
| 12 | Ray Briggs, Jr. | Chapel Hill NC | Carolina Coin Binder | 232.36 |
| 14 | Jack Giulitto | Ravenna OH | Buckeye Binder | 223.57 |
| 15 | John Kutz | Fort Atkinson WI | Diggin Deere | 223.04 |
| 16 | Nick Skaar | Cottage Grove WI | Screamin' Norwegian | Broke |
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2008 | ||||
| 6,200lb 2-WD Super Modified Trucks | ||||
| Driver Name | City/State | Vehicle | Pull Distance | |
| 1 | Steve Jacks | Fishers, IN | Pair Of Jacks | Full Pull - 241.05' |
| 2 | Will Teasley | Pleasant View, TN | Hytek | Full Pull - 237.53' |
| 3 | Adrian Hunter | Medicine Hat, Alberta, CN | The Hunter | 237.18' |
| 4 | Doug Theobald | Shelbyville, IN | Wicked Willy | 235.64' |
| 5 | Keith Long | Glasgow, KY | Bulls Eye | 234.889' |
| 6 | Stan Shelton | New London, NC | Sawmill Express | 234.888' |
| 7 | Jessie Petro | Camden, OH | 2 Timin' | 233.74' |
| 8 | David Hunt | Anna, TX | Red Devil | 231.05' |
| 9 | Wayne Sullivan | Warsaw, KY | Big Ed Red | 229.02' |
| 10 | Darrell Varner | Midway, KY | Rare Breed | 225.78' |
| 11 | Tony Tatum | Bardstown, KY | Xtreme Pleasure | 225.30' |
| 12 | Steve Graus | Cold Spring, KY | Little Red | 224.54' |
| 14 | Eddie Carey | Lawrenceburg, KY | All Fired Up | 223.69' |
| 15 | Jared Nelson | Altamont, IL | Midnight Revenger | 223.04' |
| 16 | Chase Richardson | Leitchfield, KY | Showtime | 206.65' |
| THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2008 top | ||||
| 8,000lb Super Stock Alcohol Tractors | ||||
| Driver Name | City/State | Vehicle | Pull Distance | |
| 1 | Allen Baballe | Hilmar, CA | Under The Influence | 244.44' - Full Pull |
| 2 | Jeff Hirt | Port Clinton, OH | Runin' Bare All-American | 241.68' |
| 3 | Joe Kwiatkowski | Dorr, MI | Taking Care Of Business | 241.25' |
| 4 | Jordan Lustik | Eighty-Four, PA | Silver Bullet | 240.71' |
| 5 | Brian Korth | Shullsburg, WI | Extremely Armed & Dangerous | 236.93' |
| 6 | Tim Howell | Wilmington, OH | Ryans Toy II | 232.76' |
| 7 | John Evans | Wilmington, OH | Big Toy II | 229.89' |
| 8 | Robert Galloway | Strawberry Plains, TN | Hulk Alcohol Edition | 220.34' |
| 9 | Larry Roberts II | Wilmington, OH | The Big Toy | 218.91' |
| 10 | Aaron Hull | Waupun, WI | M M G 1000 | 217.16' |
| 11 | Brent Payne | Cedar Grove, IN | Color Of Money | 215.87' |
| 12 | DeLynn Kale | Richwood, OH | Ride The Lightning | 214.89' |
| 14 | Tom Wilhite | Cox's Creek, KY | Blue Blazes | 204.33' |
| 15 | Larry Phillips | Vine Grove, KY | Insanity | 108.35' |
| 16 | Sid Broughton | Silver Springs, NY | Desperado | Disqualified |
| S | Kenny Measel | Almont, MI | Mining For Dollars | Scratch |
2/13/2008
NFMS Results Wed. Nite
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2008
8,200lb Super Stock Tractor
| Driver Name | City/State | Vehicle | Pull Distance | |
| 1 | David Siefert | New Washington, OH | Renegade Deere | 242.7' |
| 2 | Esdon Lehn | Dayton, MN | Red Line Fever | 234.95' |
| 3 | Dennis Goodwin | Farnhamville, IA | Magnum Force | 234.54' |
| 4 | Steve Blagrave | Knott, TX | Red Horse | 227.93' |
| 5 | Neil Gettinger | Hagerstown, IN | Up N Atom | 227.48' |
| 6 | Jeff Demers | Storm Lake, IA | Smokin' Hot Deere | 224.59' |
| 7 | Jacob Fuqua | Springfield, TN | Tennessee Tracks | 218.33' |
| 8 | Steve Burge | Lynn, IN | Lock N Load | 218.02' |
| 9 | Jerry Van Dorpe | Charlotte, MI | Screaminn' Demon I I | 215.28' |
| 10 | Brian Shramek | Williamsburg, MO | Young Blood | 214.91' |
| 11 | Matt Goodwin | Farnhamville, IA | The Intimidator | 208.24' |
| 12 | Kent Payne | Veedersburg, IN | Rooster Cruzer | 204.08' |
| 13 | David Anderson | Greentop, MO | Anderson Farms Ih 1066 | 182.83' |
| 14 | Marv Hovden | Decorah, IA | Ol Woody | 80.59' |
| 15 | Brandon Hunt | Herndon, KY | Liv'n A Dream | Disqualified |
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2008
7,500lb Modified Tractors
| Driver Name | City/State | Vehicle | Pull Distance | |
| 1 | Bill Voreis | Argos, IN | American Thunder | 241.77' |
| 2 | Terry Jostock | Lapeer, MI | Wild One | 229.59' |
| 3 | Bill Leischner | Weldon, IL | Dirtslinger | 227.32' |
| 4 | Bob Jostock | Lapeer, MI | Wild Child | 224.87' |
| 5 | Wayne Purser | Norman, OK | Uncle Sam | 223.74' |
| 6 | Ken Veney | Wadsworth, OH | Funny Farmall | 217.91' |
| 7 | Shawn Swearingen | Holden, MO | Joker | 217.88' |
| 8 | Michael Stewart | Paris, TN | Down & Dirty | 216.12' |
| 9 | Tom Bollinger | Stonington, IL | Top Gun | 207.67' |
| 10 | Joe Eder | N. Collins, NY | Dirt Challenger | 205.45' |
| 11 | John Evans | Wilmington, OH | Double Stuff | 203.45' |
| 12 | Jack Kielmeyer | Nerstrand, MN | Double Trouble | 199.93' |
| 13 | Vern Huser | Ankeny, IA | Say Goodbye | 198.83' |
| 14 | Don Nelson | Cat Spring, TX | Texas Bullwhip | 193.99' |
| 15 | Steve Bollinger | Stonington, IL | Money Pit | 142.31' |
| S | Doug Downs | Taylorville, IL | Predator | Scratch |
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2008 | ||||
| 10,200lb Pro Stock Tractors | ||||
| Driver Name | City/State | Vehicle | Pull Distance | |
| 1 | Steve Wischmeier | Seymour, IN | Barely Gettin By | 249.89' |
| 2 | Henry Smith | Blissfield, MI | Sneaky Snake | 246.83' |
| 3 | Bobby Martin | Chambersburg, PA | That Darn Deere | 241.61' |
| 4 | Calvin VanGenderen | Eddyville, IA | Geared Green | 240.79' |
| 5 | Brad Moss | Adairville, KY | Young Buck | 240.67' |
| 6 | Danny Cristiani | Clarksville, IN | Gotta Go Deere | 235.86' |
| 7 | Elvin Domann | Winchester, KS | Hurricane Allis - Category 2 | 234.77' |
| 8 | Randy Bader | Monroe, WI | No Fear Deere | 234.71' |
| 9 | Travis Wileman | Edgerton, WI | Diehard Vengeance | 230.74' |
| 10 | Rick Behrendt | Ravenna, NE | Wampuscat | 230.55' |
| 11 | Mickey Shorter | Sullivan, IN | Buck Eater | 229.58' |
| 12 | Tim Cain | New Palestine, IN | Red Gambler | 221.72' |
| 14 | Ed Eilenfeld Jr. | Lucas, OH | Nameless | 213.51' |
| 15 | Jason Miller | La Motte, IA | Red Mule | Broke |
| 16 | Mike Boyd | Washington, IN | Green Streak II | Disqualify |
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