For the first time in 13 years, Bigfoot and Dan Runte returned to the Oceanfront of Virginia Beach to battle it out for the King of the Beach title given to the best overall finisher of the four show weekend. Runte had to face tough competition from local hero Steve Sims and the Stone Crusher along with 7 other trucks. With the first ever George Carpenter Cup on the line, it was an all out battle over the course of three days and four events that left many trucks battered, but Runte and Bigfoot came out on top over Sims and Stone Crusher in a fierce dogfight. [Read More …]
Bigfoot and Stone Crusher Battle For King of the Beach Title
Springfield Jamboree Highlights
Another great weekend of events went down at the Springfield Jamboree in Springfield, Missouri, with AllMonster.com’s own Ed Hoormann (photos in this update) and Chris Kaelin on hand to cover it. Mat Dishman continued his rapid rise through the monster truck ranks, finishing with two more racing victories for a weekend sweep. Outback Thunda was also in attendance in a special appearance. With no racing on the last event of the weekend, all the drivers let it hang out, with Bigfoot drivers Dan Runte (Bigfoot 18) and Darron Schnell (Vicor Bigfoot “Bessie”) enjoying highlight runs on Sunday. Keep checking the site for photos from both Hoormann and Kaelin, and thanks goes out to Special Events for their hospitality on the weekend. Click the link below for more photos.
Monster Truck Madness 3 Press Release!
For the 3rd year in a row, The Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort will host the raw horsepower and all-out chaos of MONSTER TRUCKS as the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort and Midwest Monster Truck Events present MONSTER TRUCK MADNESS III! This year on July 7th Mt. Pleasant, Michigan will rumble as 10 of the superstars of monster truck racing will to battle in what is sure to be the largest outdoor event in Michigan! Witness 2-time World Freestyle Champion, Jim Koehler driving the Avenger machine amongst the likes of Excaliber piloted by top driver, Jon Zimmer! Not to mention Michigan’s very own female driver, Jocelyn Perrin in her 1941 Willy’s pick-up named High Maintenance sporting the Soaring Eagle Casino’s “Certified Hot” body! Joining these mechanical beasts are Brutus, Razin Kane, Barbarian, Samson, West Virginia Mountaineer, and Nitemare!” [Read More …]
Heavy Hitter Website Announcement
We are proud to announce the official release of the Heavy Hitter Monster Truck’s web site! We thank Derick and the entire Heavy Hitter team for their great support not only with the web site, but running an AllMonster.com flag on their truck. They are in the process of building another truck and filling their summer schedule with plenty of shows. Follow them on Facebook at This link and enjoy the brand new site. Also Special thanks to Matt Ison, Brett Moist and Ed Hoorman for the use of there photos. http://heavyhittermonstertruck.com More news soon!
Mountaineer Motorsports Welcome VP Racing Fuels
April 23, 2012 (New Boston, Michigan)
The gang at Mountaineer Motorsports is proud to welcome VP Racing Fuels on board as a new product sponsor of the Excaliber, West Virginia Mountaineer, and State of Destruction monster trucks!
“With VP Racing Fuels, it’s all about winning, and that’s what we plan on doing here at Mountaineer Motorsports,” said Jon Zimmer who recently took home both freestyle wins in Binghamton, New York his first weekend behind the wheel of the State of Destruction truck.
“VP Racing Fuels’ M5 methanol is designed for a faster combustion speed which ultimately means more power and performance. Our trucks are designed and built to win and take abuse, and with VP Racing Fuels running through the motors, I know that our trucks can take anything that RB Moler and I can dish out to them,” continued Zimmer.
West Virginia Mountaineer driver, RB Moler, is extremely happy to welcome VP Racing Fuels and said, “We’re going to be a team to watch for turning a lot of heads. We have a good group of guys and are looking forward to really Makin’ Power with VP Racing Fuels!”
Learn more about VP Racing Fuels at www.VPRacingFuels.com! Also for more about Mountaineer Motorsports and the Excaliber and West Virginia Mountaineer monster trucks, visit www.MountaineerMotorsports.com and “like” them on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MountaineerMotorsports!
Backdraft and Champion Oils Team Up for 2012!
Jeremy Slifko and the Backdraft team are preparing for a big summer of 2012 and have just signed on with Champion Racing Oils in a new partnership. Be sure to head over to the Backdraft site and read more about it, along with Jeremy’s summer schedule dates. More to come from the team soon!
Mountaineer Motorsports Welcomes Excaliber!
APRIL 18, 2012 (Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia)
The Mountaineer Motorsports group is ready for a big summer season and is ready to turn heads in 2012. After a great winter season on the Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam tour with the West Virginia Mountaineer and XXX State of Destruction monster trucks the team would like to thank all of the great fans and Feld Motorsports for their support. Mountaineer Motorsports had strong showings across the United States and met some great fans along the way! Now, with the Summer season approaching, the team is ready to rise to the next level and has teamed up with the New Boston, Michigan based Excaliber 4×4 team of Jon Zimmer and Tim Bush.
“For years, Jon has been a top contender in monster trucks and we are very happy to welcome him to our team. We look forward to a great summer and having lots of fun,” stated RB Moler. The Excaliber and West Virginia Mountaineer trucks will launch a 28 show schedule starting in May and ending in September. “We can’t wait to see all of our great fans come out and support us, you are truly the best fans in the world and we can’t thank you enough!” said Excaliber driver Jon Zimmer. “I’m excited to be a part of Mountaineer Motorsports but would like to thank everyone who has supported me throughout my career, this will be a great step and a great new home for myself and Excaliber,” he continued
A schedule will be released soon at www.MountaineerMotorsports.com.
A special thanks to the great sponsors who keep Mountaineer Motorsports running, North Star Contract Carriers of Howell, Michigan, and VP Racing Fuels.
To learn more about Mountaineer Motorsports and the Excaliber and West Virginia Mountaineer monster trucks, visit www.MountaineerMotorsports.com and “like” them on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MountaineerMotorsports!
Monster Profile: Lee O’Donnell
Lee O’Donnell is an accomplished off-road racer who is known for being able to drive almost anything with an engine, specializing in short-course off-road racing, and now monster trucks. O’Donnell made his debut in 2001, took a break to go back to off-road racing, then returned as a “super sub” of sorts, winning a big race in Atlanta filling in for Linsey Weenk in Blue Thunder. After several successful fill-in roles, Lee was back to driving monster trucks. He is also known for his colorful personality and open, honest, and humorous interviews. After bouncing around to several teams in the industry to begin his career, Lee has settled into the role of the main driver for the Iron Man truck. Josh Rhodes and Ed Hoormann caught up with Lee in St. Louis, Missouri before the show to get his thoughts on a wide variety of subjects, including the Monster Jam World Finals. We thank Lee and Brenda O’Donnell for their time. [Read More …]
Perrin Motor Sports named Monster Jam Team of the Year!
2012 ADVANCE AUTO PARTS MONSTER JAM TEAM OF THE YEAR
With humble beginnings playing in the mud in Michigan over 25 years ago, we never imagined we would be honored with such an award in Las Vegas. We could not have received this without all the support & encouragement from our sponsors, family & friends from coast to coast. You all made it happen!
Steve Parry “The Journey Blog: Vegas”
Here are my thoughts and analysis from my first full Double Down experience yesterday (minus most of the sunburn)…
Last year was the first time I came out to the show (in a last minute fashion). My plane arrived at 4PM-ish, and we made it to the stadium in time for qualifying. This year I got the best Christmas present a 22 old boy could receive – 2 Monster Jam World Finals Double Down ticket packages for me and my amazing girlfriend. With a couple months in advance, versus 3 weeks in advance, we were able to plan our trip so we could get the whole World Finals experience. The BBQ was delicious, and free drinks included on a scorching hot day were a god-send. If only we got sunscreen too! The track walk was outstanding. It was great to see some of the track crew guys we know and love in the Northeast out here in Vegas doing their thing, but to stand on the track where Monster Jam history is made is a surreal feeling. Its one thing to look at the track from your seat, but it’s a totally different thing standing next to the obstacles, giving you a totally different perspective on the track (which I’ll talk about in a little bit). The whole experience was a pleasure, and one that I won’t soon forget.
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