Five Star at the Prairie Dirt Classic

Trackside Recap with Dan Robinson

The Fairbury stop on the Road Tour was packed with action, excitement, and valuable racer feedback. Friday’s four stacked semi features saw Hudson O’Neal, Brandon Sheppard, Bobby Pierce, and Brian Shirley pick up wins, with three of the four running MD3 products like our Doors, Quarter Panels, and the increasingly popular Plastic MD3 Breakaway Spoiler. Interest in the spoiler carried over from Wednesday and kept our pit conversations busy all weekend, with racers eager to discuss mounting tips, compatibility, and the challenges of designing universal dirt late model panels across multiple chassis brands. We also quietly introduced our soon-to-be-released MD3 Scuff Plates to select racers, who were immediately eager to get their hands on them. A highlight of the weekend was spending time with Brian Shirley and his crew, trading ideas about right-side setups, made even more memorable when Shirley went on to win the Prairie Dirt Classic after years of trying, creating a feel-good moment celebrated by the entire pit area. Our prime display location with Simpson Race Products at the pit entrance allowed for strong racer and fan engagement, with many noting the durability and performance of our parts when seen in person. Promoter Matt Curl once again proved why Fairbury is one of the top stops in the country, delivering a seamless experience for racers, fans, and vendors alike. With fresh stock of apparel, breakaways, air filter shields, and hardware reloaded, we’re ready for the next big Road Tour stop at Wilmot, WI, on July 28.