Roy Silvers Memorial Race Opens 68th Season at Outlaw Speedway

By Michael Anderson

April 25, 2025 at 06:42 PM

The Roy Silvers Memorial event kicks off Outlaw Speedway's 68th consecutive racing season, marking the first full point-paying show of 2025. After weather disruptions in April, the track is ready for an exciting season opener.

Two dirt track racers competing

Two dirt track racers competing

The May 2nd event features the Super 5 Show with significant prize money across divisions:

  • Friendly Chrysler Modifieds: $3,068 (35-lap feature)
  • Knapp and Schlappi Lumber Sportsman: $2,068
  • Swarthout Recycling Street Stock: $1,568
  • NAPA Hobby Stocks: $1,068
  • Winner's Circle Deli Mini Stocks: $1,068

The event honors Roy Silvers, a prominent Elmira businessman and racing supporter who passed away from COVID-19 in December 2020 at age 66. Buckley's Tire and Brake of Horseheads sponsors this memorial race.

Track Requirements:

  • All Modified and Sportsman teams must use 44/48 minimum hardness American Racer Tire combination
  • Drivers must register at myracepass.com
  • Free camping available on-site
  • Two drinking establishments: Turn 4 Tavern and Outlaw Saloon

Upcoming May Events:

  • May 9: Mother's Day Night
  • May 16: $10 Night with School Bus Races
  • May 23: Gary Montgomery Memorial with RUSH Crate Late Models
  • May 30: Firefighter/EMT Night

The Outlaw Speedway is conveniently located on Rt. 14a in Dundee, NY, easily accessible from Geneva, Penn Yan, Seneca Falls, Watkins Glen, Elmira/Corning, and Bath/Hammondsport areas.

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