Barklage racing driver Cody Barklage and his Lucas Oil Firebird proved to the world they still have
what it takes to compete with the best in Pro Modified Drag Racing.
"Really, the hard work is starting show," said Barklage. "It's been a long, tough past few
seasons, but we're getting back in our groove. Typically, we're a strong team and know we can
perform well. Now, after this past weekend, our team is looking a little more like ourselves."
After a solid qualifying effort and being one of the quickest cars of the weekend, Barklage and
team suffered a Rd. 1 loss. Although Barklage had a cleaner, quicker pass in Rd. 1, the team lost
by way of red-light foul.
"On a high note, we qualified in the top half of the field. With more then 30 cars wanting one of
16 spots, we were able to race at a high level," added Barklage. "Just our solid qualifying effort
shows the overall direction of our team right now. The red-light loss was very hard for me
personally, but I suppose that is part of Drag Racing. That round was ours to win. We had the
stronger car and definitely out performed our competitor. Now, my main concern is keeping up the
momentum and moving on to the next race. I know we have a great team right now, so I just have to
put this past weekend in the past."
The next event for Barklage Racing will be the ADRL Pizza Hut Summer Drags V at U.S. 131
Motorsports Park in Martin , Michigan - June 5 - 6, 2009.
