Kathleen 'Trinka' Russell to serve as Honorary Chairperson of the
Accessible Racing Challenge: New Hampshire Lakes & Mountain Region Friday, June 26
New Hampshire, May 29, 2009 - Thousands of motorsports fans will learn about
Accessible Racing & The VXP driving simulator powered by iRacing.com software designed
to allow disabled drivers to virtually compete on-line in the VXP challenge for the chance
to drive an accessible racecar in the real world; Disabled Vets, NASCAR Drivers, and Media
will all have different reasons to participate - Accessible Racing, a nonprofit that
enhances the lives of newly injured persons and qualifies active disabled athletes to
virtually test drive and train at any time. Internet based simulated racing competition
provides an opportunity to hone driving skills, compete world wide against other hand
control drivers, in addition to emphasizing multiple occupational and recreational
benefits. Some may dream of driving the racecar, while others simply want the freedom to
drive to the corner store for a loaf of bread, pick up the kids from soccer practice or go
the prom.
Magic in the Mountains is designed to help one improve driving skills and to learn about
car dynamics. The school's dual purpose is to prepare students for White Mountain Motor
Sports Park oval track driving experience and to teach skills useful in everyday driving
situations. The school is held in a large parking lot at 60 Loon Mountain Rd, Lincoln NH,
using plastic pylons, to provide a safe learning environment for these low to moderate
speed maneuvers. The day begins with a "chalk talk", where our expert
instructors explain about vehicle dynamics, the techniques students will be taught, and
summarize the exercises for the day. Students will spend time on our skid pad and figure
eight course, learning about understeer, oversteer, steering with the throttle, secondary
effects, "the line", and power-slides. These basic building blocks are key to
learning how to bring you car under control, when the unexpected happens.
Accessible Racing will kick off this years Challenge, with the World's only stock car
driving experience for persons with disabilities. 'Magic in the Mountains' is Friday, June
26 at Loon Mountain and White Mountain Motorsports Park. New England Disabled Sports
and Loon Mountain host this high-energy event will feature a Celebrity Driving Challenge,”
where teams composed of top American Canadian Tour racecar drivers and disabled
participants will learn the fine art of driving by applying class room knowledge to real
world driving under the close supervision of an experienced instructor in the passenger
seat evaluating base line driving skills. Gala guests will team up with New England Hall
of Fame Drivers and past champions such as "Dynamite" Dave Dion and Harold
"Hard Luck" Hanaford. Surprise guest may include BMW Car Club of America
national accredited driving instructors Dick Cadieux & Ed Valpey.
Friday VXP drivers attempt to qualify for the opportunity to Drive a Parade lap for
American Canadian Tour feature event Saturday night. A panel of celebrity judges,
including Drive Master President Peter Ruprecht, Dave Baskin-Founder and Director of
National Rifle Association Disabled Shooting Services, Lauren Davidson-Double silver
medalist & World Record Holder in 400 m freestyle, New England Disabled Sports
Director Rob Mueller and Loon Mountain Marketing Director Stacy Lopes. Saturday,
Accessible Racing VETS and persons with disabilities will be enjoy a Beach Party and Water
Skiing on Squam Lake prior to White Mountain Motorsports Park short track shootout
featuring the American Canadian Tour Cars & Stars.
Hospitality will include Stoppe's Beach Party & Water Skiing on Squam Lake for
disabled guest, BBQ, followed by American Canadian Tour finale at White Mountain
Motorsports Park under the lights. ACT Cars and Stars will be led by Accessible Racing
instructor and Young Gun Joey Pole (Polewarczyk) and wily veteran competitors such as
NASCAR's prestigious Don Mactavish award winner-Brent Dragon.
"Accessible Racing is thrilled to be returning to White Mountain Motorsports Park for
the second season, and we hope that it will be our most successful one yet," says
Brian Hanaford co founder of owner of Accessible Racing. Accessible Racing knows White
Mountain Motorsports Park can TRANSFORM you if you dare to believe that there is
"Magic in the Mountains" in support of opportunities far and beyond the
boundries of any speedway. 'Magic in the Mountain's is especially grateful to welcome
Trinka Russel as Honorary Chairperson. Through her passion, she has supported legislation
for the right reason, at the right time and inspired ALL get involved with causes, mentors
and leaders themselves.
”Accessible Racing 501 (C) (3) organization funded by donations and a percentage of
sales of VXP driving simulator. Accessible Racing will benefit any business, in any
industry, with any advertising budget. Magic in the Mountain will have a worldwide impact
on people with disabilities. To register to drive or information on VXP driving simulator
visit www.accessibleracing.com
