Dick Warren (Tonasket, WA) and Brad Baxendale (Osoyoos, BC) heat up their racing slicks at Richter Pass Motorplex in Osoyoos, BC. The pair can be seen shooting it out just north of the 49th parallel on May 29.

Nothing says “Gear Head” like back-to-back weekends of drag racing at the Osoyoos airport.

Sunday May 29 and Sunday June 5 give fans and drivers ample opportunity to watch their favourites rip down the 1/8 mile drag strip.

Local car enthusiast, drag racer and volunteer of Wine Country Racing Association (WCRA), Clint Peterman says, “In my eyes the only thing better than racing two weekends in a row, is coupling with the Cactus Jalopies’ (Osoyoos, BC) car show on Saturday June 4.”

For the past several years the two car clubs have staged events on the same weekend, to ensure the maximum dosage of adrenaline is being administered to locals and visitors alike. Whether you love the classics or souped-up modern imports you can get your fill. Fans can spot Peterman in his red ’79 Chevrolet Camaro on race day.

The gates at Richter Pass Motorplex open on race days at 9 a.m. Any driver who wants to sign up to drop the peddle at the starting line needs to show up early, to pass through technical inspection. Time trials begin around 10 a.m. Elimination round starts at 1 p.m.

Fans can bring a lawn chair or fill up the grand stands. Concessions available on site. $10 gets anyone over 12 through the gate for a day of fun. (12 and under free when accompanied by an adult.)

Go to www.winecountryracing.ca for more information. Now, get those thumbs-up ready for your favourite drivers. They love them!