2019 Renegades of Dirt: 5th Annual Mega 100

Entries Rolling in for Mega 100

Entries Rolling in for Mega 100

The richest modified event in the East, the Mega 100 at “The Bullring” in Middlebourne, WV, gets set to host the nation’s best modified teams for $15,000.

May 25, 2019 by Richie Murray
Entries Rolling in for Mega 100

The richest modified event in the East is almost here! Just one more week to the day separates eager fans and teams from the pastures of “The Bullring” in Middlebourne, WV. The ¼ mile high banked oval will once again play host to the nation’s best modified teams at they set their sights on the $15,000 grand prize.

The three-day event, May 30th – June 1st features the Renegades of Dirt Modified Tour in conjunction with the nation’s largest weekly sanctioning body UMP DirtCar. The duo is proud to announce partnership with Summit Racing Equipment. Summit Racing Equipment is one of the world’s largest mail-order, internet and retail automotive performance equipment outlets that offer top-quality aftermarket hardware at affordable prices. Summit operates four retail locations, including its headquarters in Tallmadge, OH. Proudly supporting all levels of motorsports, Summit Racing Equipment continues to be an industry leader and true modified division partner.

As part of the partnership with Summit Racing Equipment the company will award all feature positions in Saturday nights “MEGA 100” and non-qualifier with a $40 gift certificate from Summit good for any products purchased at the motorsports retailer. Saturday’s winner will receive $80 in gift certificates. In addition to the listed prizes many other contingencies will also be awarded to the evening’s entries including at least five certificates from VP Race Fuels.

Dozens of entries are pouring in from teams as far as New York, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, and more. An eclectic group of the nation’s best UMP modifieds have their sights set on the Mountain State next weekend.

The 2018 winner, Jeff Mathews is among those who have already entered. “We have to come defend it” stated Mathews. “We had a great time last year. Its an super long haul for us but we are really look forward to getting back up there” added Mathews. “The track races well. Its wide and you can pass all over it. I am looking forward to next weekend” concluded Mathews.

North Carolina’s Kyle Strickler has stepped into a Wells Motorsports Late Model ride for remainder of 2019. However, the modified standout made the stipulation when inking the deal he was still going to run a few modified events and the MEGA 100 made the top of that short list. “We need this one to have won all of them at the Bullring” stated Strickler. “Its a race in our back door that pays a ton of money, you can’t pass up on something like that” he added. “We have so many great fans at Tyler County. I enjoy and get excited about coming there so we can put on a show for them all.” Strickler stated.

“Badass!” declared KC Burdette when asked to sum up the MEGA 100. The famous Parkersburg, WV native pre-entered this week in hopes to bettering a run that saw him come up just short of winning it all last year. Burdette led the first half of the event before fading just outside the top five at the checkered flag.

Paris, TN’s Lucas Lee made his inaugural trip last season. Lee drove his Brucebilt by Bloomquist to a runner up spot from 13th on Saturday night just slightly shy of the top spot on the last lap. “It pays a lot of money” and “Its exciting” exclaimed Lee when asked. Those words may sum it up best of all. Nearly $70,000 is up for grabs including over $20,000 in race winnings from six different feature events, two nightly. Three $1,500 to wins, two $1,000 to wins and the $15,000 to win finale awaits.

North Carolina’s David Stremme, Indiana’s Devin Gilpin, Maryland’s Mitch Thomas, West Virginia’s Kenny Johnson, Tennessee’s Lucas Lee, Ohio’s Travis Dickson, Pennsylvania’s Mike Altobelli, Kentucky’s Ervin Vance, New York’s Rich Michael Jr., Virginia’s Chris Arnold, Illinois Will Krup are just a few of the many who have already entered the event.

Official entries include; Ryan Jones, Shawn Martin, Dan Davies, David Stremme, Brayton Haws, Devin Gilpin, Daniel Hill, Brian Skaggs, Ervin Vance, Josh Spaur, Matt Altiers, Drake Troutman, Ryan Ayers, Chad Smith, Austin Holcombe, Dustin Sword, Kenny Johnson, Travis Dickson, Rick Potter, Will Krup, Chris Arnold, Christian Thomas, Lucas Lee, Mitch Thomas, Taylor Cook, Carl McKinney, Justin Hart, Michael Altobelli, Brayden Berry, Mark Dickson, Kyle Strickler, Chad Roush, Rich Michael Jr., & Cody Henthorn.

Tickets are still on sale by visit www.tylercountyspeedwayonline.com. 2-Day Advance Tickets are just $75 for the pits and $45 for the general admission. Two-day tickets cover both Friday and Saturday. Entry forms can be found at www.shoprodt.com or www.racethemega.com. Entry for teams is still available until Saturday at 12pm for just $105 dollars. Parking at the event is free daily. Camping is available for only $20 per night. Full hookups are included but limited. Live PPV coverage of the MEGA 100 will be provided by FloRacing.com. You can watch with a subscription service or all three days at the monthly price of $29.99. To order visit; http://bit.ly/2uoGaE8. For more information on the event visit www.racethemega.com or call 304-771-5051.

HOST, TYLER COUNTY SPEEDWAY: Americas Baddest Bullring is located in Middlebourne, WV is a ¼ mile dirt oval nestled in the hills of scenic West Virginia along the historic Middle Island Creek. On site camping makes the Tyler County Speedway/Fairgrounds a race fans vacation destination year after year. Lots of great camping available including primitive or full hook ups. Ideal for a weekend getaway or a day of family fun, the fairground has shower facilities, shelters for picnicking, playground areas, and nearby fishing available. For camping info call, 304-758-2660 or the TC Fair Association at 304-771-0499. No reservations for camping are available, first come first serve but plenty of room available. For more info on the speedway visit www.tylercountyspeedwayonline.com.