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Double Duty for CANIDAE Racing – Team Set to Fire Up Trophy Truck and Top Fuel Sand Dragster Over Action Packed Weekend

Coming on the heels of two top ten finishes at the SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge, CANIDAE Racing looks to double up on the action this week competing in the trophy truck class at the "BITD BlueWater Parker 425" race and firing up their CANIDAE Pet Foods top fuel sand dragster at the 3rd annual "AZ vs Cali Top Fuel Shootout" at Dome Valley Raceway in Welton, AZ -- both on the same weekend.

Beginning on Thursday, the team will be at the BlueWater Casino & Resort for trophy truck time trials and qualifying in the morning and then take part in the Parker "Downtown Experience" and street fair being held for fans beginning at 3:00 pm. Team sponsor CANIDAE Pet Foods will also be on hand with free samples, coupons and goodies for pet owners and fans in attendance at the event. The day will wind up with an escorted parade of race vehicles back to the main pit area.

In the evening, driver Scott Whipple, will take a two and half hour trip south to Dome Valley Raceway to meet up with members of the T/F team, including master engine tuner Amos Satterlee, for Friday qualifying at the "Top Fuel Shoot Out". Whipple and the team currently hold the T/F world record on the dirt for ET with a 2.221 elapsed time at 172.79 miles per hour set in April of 2010. After heads up qualifying races on Friday, Whipple will head back to BlueWater for the Parker 425 race.

Come Saturday morning, Whipple will climb behind the wheel of the 800 plus horsepower Geiser trophy truck and along with team manager and co-driver Scott Gailey and the rest of the crew take on the grueling 425 mile desert race and their quest for the podium in the premier class of off road racing.

At the completion of the Saturday's off road race Whipple will turn around and race back to Dome Valley for late Saturday qualifying and Sunday finals at the "Top Fuel Shootout". Fans in attendance will be in for an exhilarating treat as drivers and teams fire up 6000 horsepower plus, nitro burning, flame-belching monsters for exciting side by side drag racing over the weekend.

Race fans can follow Team CANIDAE Racing at both venues by visiting the team's Facebook page at http://on.fb.me/tdHKWZ or http://www.canidaeracing.com. Both sites will feature reports, photos, video and comments with live blogging direct from the team throughout the weekend.

For more information on both racing series fans can visit bitd.com for off road and domevalleyraceway.com for the sand drags.

Team CANIDAE would like to recognize all of their sponsors for their generous support throughout the year including: CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, Tap It Brewing, Magnaflow Exhaust, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros. Design & Development, K&N Air Filters, Racepak, CalTex Freight, McKenzie's Performance Products, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, GET Performance, RSP Shock Prep, Satterlee Racing Engines, East West Clutches.

CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck Team Eager for 2012 Laughlin Race

CANIDAE Racing is primed and ready to kick off the 2012 offroad season at the SCORE Laughlin season-opening race. Armed with their custom built 800 HP 454 CI Dougan small block Chevy powerplant, the CANIDAE Racing team is ready to take on the first offroad race of the 2012 season, the 18th annual SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge race in Nevada.

With entries to date from 13 U.S. states along with Austria, Canada, Denmark, Germany and Mexico, Rounds 1 and 2 of the five-race 2012 SCORE Desert Series will be held this coming Friday through Sunday (Jan. 13-15) along the banks of the Colorado River in the Southern Nevada resort destination of Laughlin.

For the first time in the history of the event, each day of the two-day Laughlin gathering (Jan. 14, Jan. 15) will be separate race events for purposes of championship points, prize money and trophies.

The Laughlin event features course qualifying for the Trophy Truck class on Friday followed by two separate and independent races, the first on Saturday and the second on Sunday. Sponsor CANIDAE Pet Foods will also be on hand with coupons and free samples for fans during contingency and safety inspections being held on Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in front of the Edgewater and Colorado Belle Hotels on Casino Drive in the heart of the Laughlin resort area.

"We're excited to be back competing in this great sport for 2012, said co-driver Gailey. We've put in a lot of hard work on the truck during the off season and now we're all eager to get back out on the track starting with this SCORE opening race in Laughlin. We're very grateful we are able to do what we love and always remember that without the support of our sponsors, racing would not be possible. On behalf of the entire team, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our sponsors for their support and for representing the finest in motorsports technologies. Special thanks to CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow Exhaust, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing, JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros. Design & Development, K&N Air Filters, Racepak, CalTex Freight, McKenzie's Performance Products, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, GET Performance and RSP Shock Prep."

Photo credit Mike Wilson Photography.

CANIDAE Offroad Team Concludes 2011 Season at Henderson "250" Race

The CANIDAE Pet Foods Offroad Racing team's 2011 race season came to a close at the Henderson "250" race this past weekend in Nevada. This concludes the team's second year of offroad racing in the prestigious Trophy Truck class and their first year running their 800 HP 454 CI Dougan small block Chevy powerplant.

Moving up through the field, the team had worked their way into 5th place in their class about half way through the race when lady luck frowned on them and the steering rack failed. Though the damage was not repairable, team member Patrick Gailey managed to rig the rack with a tie strap allowing the team to drive the Trophy Truck out. "We were jamming... flying up until that point!" said crew member Carl Boley.

Throughout the season this CANIDAE Pet Foods sponsored team was able to share the message of promoting responsible pet ownership with thousands of race fans across western North America. In January, the team heads to the SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge beginning on the 13th for two exciting days of offroad racing to begin the 2012 season.

2011 Season members Scott Whipple, Scott Gailey, Patrick Gailey, Johnny Stroschein, Nick Berlanga, Daran Rupp, Carl Boley, Greg Henley and Daren Carlson pulled together to make the entire season possible. In addition to the core team members, CANIDAE Racing would also like to thank Steve Thomas, Kyle Grinden, Alby Motola , Dave Hauber, Mike Casillas, Terry Wasluskas and Trent Hauber for their dedication and support.

"Without sponsorship, we wouldn't be able to do what we love. On behalf of the entire team, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our sponsors for their support and for representing the finest in motorsports technologies," said co-driver Gailey who continued, "Special thanks to CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow Exhaust, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing, JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros. Design & Development, K&N Air Filters, Racepak, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, GET Performance and RSP Shock Prep.

Photo credit Mike Wilson Photography.

Team CANIDAE Racing Heads to Their First Henderson "250"

The last 2011 race of the Best in the Desert "American Off-Road Racing Series" gets underway this coming Saturday in Henderson, Nevada. The TransWest Ford Henderson "250" takes place on a loop track with the Trophy Truck class covering the course 3 times for a total of 240 miles.

The CANIDAE Off Road Race team and their impressive 850 plus horsepower Trophy Truck are ready for the event. This team has performed well this season and is looking forward to capping off the season with a strong finish.

Before drivers take the green flag on Saturday, the City of Henderson will help create a great atmosphere for race fans and families by closing their downtown city streets to regular traffic on Friday allowing race vehicles, contingency sponsors and street vendors to take center stage for all to enjoy. Race fans and their families are invited to stop by the CANIDAE Pet Foods demo area, where free samples and coupons for the complete line of CANIDAE Pet Foods products including CANIDAE for dogs, Felidae for cats, and gourmet treats for pets will be available. All members of Team CANIDAE are dedicated pet lovers who enjoy sharing the CANIDAE message of Responsible Pet Ownership through proper nutrition and care with race fans across the country.

LIVE BLOGGING ANNOUNCEMENT: Race fans can follow the CANIDAE team’s progress before and during the Henderson "250" race by visiting the team's Facebook page at http://on.fb.me/tdHKWZ or http://www.canidaeracing.com. Both will feature continual reports and photos direct from the team.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow Exhaust, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing, JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros. Design & Development, K&N Air Filters, Racepak, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, GET Performance and RSP Shock Prep.

Photo credit Mike Wilson Photography.

CANIDAE Racing Gears up for Two Days of Racing at the Best in the Desert Blue Water Desert Challenge

The CANIDAE Off Road Racing Trophy Truck team will compete at the Best in the Desert Blue Water race in Parker, Arizona this October 13th through 16th. Recently, at the Vegas to Reno race, the CANIDAE Team drove hard and powered through the rugged terrain to achieve a strong 5th in their class, only 21 seconds off 4th place, and only 7 minutes shy of a podium finish. At the end of the Vegas to Reno race, CANIDAE Racing driver Scott Whipple said, "What an awesome day. We have the best crew who worked together as a team flawlessly." Whipple's comment capped off one of the best performances the team has turned in since entering the Trophy Truck class.

At this next race, the team will take on the challenge of a 26 mile loop course near the Blue Water Resort & Casino in Parker. This is a 3 lap race repeating each day of that weekend for a total of 146 miles for the Trophy Truck class entrants. Racers will take on the famous Parker Python, a rough section of jumps during the third and final lap of each day as spectators cheer them on. Combined results from both days determine the winners.

Photo Caption: CANIDAE Pet Foods Trophy Truck

The Best in the Desert Blue Water race has something for every race fan including the beautiful backdrop of the Colorado River, time trials and two day racing action over a challenging course, and nighttime fun all courtesy of the Blue Water Resort & Casino, Colorado River Indian Tribes and the town of Parker.

LIVE BLOGGING ANNOUNCEMENT: Race fans can follow the CANIDAE team’s progress before and during the Blue Water Desert Challenge race by visiting www.canidaeracing.com for photos and reports direct from the team.

The Blue Water Desert Challenge features two thrilling days of non-stop racing on a loop course that treats the racers to the likes of John Wayne’s Gorge, Marilyn’s Romp, The Matterhorn, The Sand Pile, Parker River Run, The New Thunder Alley and The Snake Pit. Casey Folks, director of Best in the Desert, said, "This course is a racer’s dream come true... an off-road racer’s Disneyland. It not only features the famous 'Parker Python', but also a wide selection of tough terrain that’s sure to please and challenge every team – every racer."

After the the Blue Water Desert Challenge on October 13 to 16 in Parker, Arizona, the CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck team will compete in the SCORE Baja 1000 in Mexico beginning November 16th.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow Exhaust, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing, JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros. Design & Development, K&N Air Filters, Racepak, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, GET Performance and RSP Shock Prep.

Photo credit Mike Wilson Photography.

Fresh Off Their 5th Place Finish at Vegas to Reno, CANIDAE Racing Heads to Inaugural 2011 Robby Gordon SPEED Energy Desert Challenge

The CANIDAE Off Road Racing team will be one of the inaugural competitors at the first Robby Gordon SPEED Energy Desert Challenge race held this September 29 through October 2 at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, Utah.

In their previous race at Vegas to Reno this year, the CANIDAE Team drove hard and powered through the rugged terrain to achieve a strong 5th in their class, only 21 seconds off 4th place, and only 7 minutes shy of a podium finish. At the end of the Vegas to Reno race, CANIDAE Racing driver Scott Whipple said, "What an awesome day. We have the best crew who worked together as a team flawlessly." Whipple's comment capped off one of the best performances the team has turned in since entering the Trophy Truck class.

Photo Caption: CANIDAE Pet Foods Trophy Truck

The Robby Gordon SPEED Energy Desert Challenge is a joint effort among NASCAR driver Robby Gordon and Mi7 Events that will be staged on a 900-acre parcel of private property located on the east side of N. Sheep Lane in Tooele, across from Miller Motorsports Park. The race will take place on a 7-mile desert-racing course constructed specifically for this event and will provide spectators with an excellent view of all the action and access to the drivers for autographs.

LIVE BLOGGING ANNOUNCEMENT: Race fans can follow the CANIDAE team’s progress before and during the Robby Gordon SPEED Energy Desert Challenge race by visiting www.canidaeracing.com for photos and reports direct from the team.

After the Robby Gordon SPEED Energy Desert Challenge, CANIDAE Racing will compete in the BlueWater Desert Challenge on October 14 to 16 in Parker, Arizona.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow Exhaust, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing, JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros. Design & Development, K&N Air Filters, Racepak, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, GET Performance and RSP Shock Prep.

Photo credit Mike Wilson Photography.

CANIDAE Racing Takes a 34th Place Start and Turns it into a 5th Place in Class Finish at Vegas to Reno Race

The CANIDAE Off Road Racing team qualified in 34th place out of more than 270 entries at this year's Best in the Desert Vegas to Reno offroad race. The 34th place starting position put them 19th off the starting line in their Trophy Truck class. Driving hard and powering through the rugged terrain, co-drivers Scott Whipple and Scott Gailey kept pushing the truck throughout the race to finish a strong 5th in their class, only 21 seconds off 4th place, and only 7 minutes shy of a podium finish. The Vegas to Reno race is over 500 miles long and the CANIDAE Team turned in a 10 hour, 19 minute and 10 second time on course.

The event was blogged live at the team's website and Facebook fan page and attracted more visits and comments then any other race in the team's history. "Reports and pictures kept coming in from CANIDAE as we watched the live tracking at Best in the Desert. We saw them making their way forward through the pack, doing better and better as the race went on. They even lost a cylinder part way through and just kept right on making great time and passing other teams. It was exciting and we're all really happy for the crew," said Marlon Coffman, long time supporter of the team.

Driver Whipple started the race with navigator Patrick Gailey. They managed to turn in a smooth and consistent performance, battling through the pack and gaining on the leaders despite a flat fire. At mile 289 co-driver Scott Gailey took over for Whipple and despite a dead cylinder on the team's 800 HP 454 Dougan small block, he managed to push the truck hard and claim a top 10 finish and a 5th place in class.

Gailey found himself battling not only the course and the other drivers, but also the sun as the team made the decision earlier to not take the additional pit time to attach their normal night-time lighting. As the sun drew closer to the horizon, the team wasn't sure Gailey would be able to cross the finish line before the lack of proper lighting became an issue. Fortunately, he beat the sun and crossed with time to spare.

At the end of race day, Whipple commented, "What an awesome day. We have the best crew who worked together as a team flawlessly. Interviews are over and we're loading up so we can celebrate! Thanks to all of you who support us and cheered us on!"

Next up for CANIDAE Racing is the BlueWater Desert Challenge on October 14 to 16 in Parker, AZ.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow Exhaust, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing, JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros. Design & Development, K&N Air Filters, Racepak, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, GET Performance and RSP Shock Prep.

Photo credit Mike Wilson Photography.

CANIDAE Racing Heads into the BITD Vegas to Reno Race with a "Rad" New Look and a Whole New Attitude

The CANIDAE Off Road Race team is putting the final touches on the #95 Trophy Truck for the 2011, Best in the Desert, Vegas to Reno Off Road Race. This amazing event is the longest off road race in the United States at well over 500 bone-jarring miles. "Just to finish this epic race is a huge accomplishment, but we're looking for more than that," said co-driver Scott Gailey who continued "the CANIDAE crew has been working hard, the truck is ready and we're coming in prepared to win it."

BITD Vegas to Reno Race The CANIDAE Team's 800 HP 454 CI Dougan small block Chevy Trophy Truck is sporting a new paint scheme by RADesigns for the historic race and completed final performance testing on August 11 to ensure the truck is in prime condition.

Starting in the desert heat of Las Vegas, Nevada on Friday August 19th, 150 plus competitors will begin the long trek north along Highway 95 all the way to Reno, Nevada. During the race, they will endure high temperatures, severe dust, sharp rocks and much more as they make their way to the finish line. Racers even get a close-up view of infamous Area 51 before climbing up to over 8000 feet in the Sierra-Nevada Mountains. For racers managing to get to the halfway point of the race, the second half becomes an all out sprint to the finish. Smooth graded roads take the place of rough washes as these talented drivers throw these huge trucks around like rally cars.

LIVE BLOGGING ANNOUNCEMENT: Race fans can follow the CANIDAE team’s progress before and during the race by visiting www.canidaeracing.com for photos and reports direct from the team, and for up-to-the-minute race course mapping for speed and position during the race.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow Exhaust, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing, JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros. Design & Development, K&N Air Filters, Racepak, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, GET Performance and RSP Shock Prep.

Photo Caption: Canidae Pet Foods Trophy Truck with Co-Driver Scott Whipple

Photo credit Mike Wilson Photography.

Tremendous Team CANIDAE Effort Results in Baja 500 Finish

Team CANIDAE took on the 2011 Tecate SCORE Baja 500 on June 4th. Right from the start, driver Scott Whipple and navigator Patrick Gailey had the the 800 HP 454 CI Dougan powered Trophy Truck moving forward and passing competitors when transmission trouble suddenly struck the team at the 157 mile marker.

A tremendous effort by the Team CANIDAE support crew managed to replace the transmission and with Scott Gailey taking over driving duties and Johnny Stroschein navigating, Team CANIDAE was able to get back on the course and complete the infamous race. Special thanks goes out to Steve Thomas, Brian Hoag, Terry Wasloskas, Matt Wasloskas, Shawn Elliot, Daran Rupp, Carl Boley, Greg Henley, and Charlie Brown. Their fast acting and quick response helped minimize down time for the transmission replacement in the desert.

This was the 43rd running of the Baja 500, the second-oldest desert race in the world. The race begins in Ensenada and takes drivers over almost 500 miles of some of the roughest terrain offroad racing has to offer. Only 62% of the entrants in this year's race were able to cross the finish line.

Next up for Team CANIDAE is the Best in the Desert Vegas to Reno race this August 17-21 in Nevada.

CANIDAE Racing would not be able to compete at this level if not for the support of their sponsors including CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing Co., JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros., K&N Air Filters, Racepak Data Systems, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, and RSP Shock Prep.

Photo credit Mike Wilson Photography.

CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck Team Ready to Take on Baja!

CANIDAE Trophy Truck When the CANIDAE Pet Foods Off Road team decided to compete in the Trophy Truck class, they built their tough-as-nails truck with one track in mind... Baja! The Tecate SCORE Baja 500 is a magical place where legends are made and hearts are broken, along with expensive machinery.

The 43rd Annual Tecate SCORE Baja 500, the second-oldest desert race in the world, will take Team CANIDAE over 500 miles of the roughest terrain that Baja has to offer this coming June 4th. Starting in Ensenada, Mexico the course will run through scenic country then down to the Valley de Trinidad where temperatures can reach 115 degrees. Things begin to cool down as they head toward the Pacific Ocean and then back to Ensenada. Team CANIDAE will have to battle more than 40 other Trophy Trucks as well as Mother Nature and Baja itself.

LIVE BLOGGING ANNOUNCEMENT: Race fans can visit www.canidaeracing.com during the race to follow the CANIDAE Trophy Truck Team's progress with live reports and photos coming in from the field as mobile service allows. Don’t miss a second of the action!

Next up for Team CANIDAE is the Best in the Desert Vegas to Reno race this August 17-21 in Nevada.

CANIDAE Racing would not be able to compete at this level if not for the support of their sponsors including CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing Co., JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros., K&N Air Filters, Racepak Data Systems, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, and RSP Shock Prep.

Photo credit Mike Wilson Photography.

CANIDAE Racing Finishes Silver State 300 in Nevada, Sets Sights on Baja 500

The CANIDAE Racing Team took on the Best in the Desert Bilek Racing Silver State "300" in Nevada this past weekend. A difficult to diagnose electrical issue kept the team from fully participating in time trials before the race. After the pinched wire was eventually found and fixed, the team was off to a good start for Saturday's race.

Despite some early down time for a flat tire, the team held their own and was working their way through the pack when they got stuck and unable to free their 800 HP 454 CI Dougan powered Trophy Truck in a gnarly silt bed. Scott Whipple and Patrick Gailey worked together with three other teams to all get out of the silt bed and hopefully finish the race. Team CANIDAE would like to thank everyone who helped!

Unfortunately, with over two hours of down time the team was unable to catch the leaders, so concentrated instead on finishing the race and getting points. The team was able to finish the race with the truck in great shape.

Next up for Team CANIDAE is the infamous Tecate SCORE Baja 500 this June 3rd to 5th in Baja, Mexico. Last year, Team CANIDAE turned in an excellent performance at the Baja 500, finishing 21st overall out of 289 entrants.

CANIDAE Racing would not be able to compete at this level if not for the support of their sponsors including CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing Co., JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros., K&N Air Filters, Racepak Data Systems, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, and RSP Shock Prep.

photo credit: Mike Wilson

CANIDAE Trophy Truck Teams Heads to Nevada to Take on Silver State 300

CANIDAE Trophy Truck The CANIDAE Racing Team is ready to take on the Best in the Desert Bilek Racing Silver State "300" in Nevada, having re-built their 800 HP 454 CI Dougan powered Trophy Truck after last month's Mint 400 race.

The CANIDAE Racing Team was near the front of the pack for the Mint 400 race near Las Vegas in March. Unofficial reports showed the CANIDAE team in 5th place at the end of lap one of this grueling four lap race. However, the team suffered a setback during lap two when driver Scott Whipple and co-driver Johnny Stroschein pushed the truck a little too hard and got bit on the famous qualifying jump and rolled the truck several times. Although attempts were made to repair the truck, getting it back on the course unfortunately wasn’t possible.

Now ready to take on the famous BitD Silver State "300", Team CANIDAE is prepared to battle with hundreds of competitors in their attempt to reach the podium. The race is comprised of one 300 mile loop and has some of the most scenic country racers may ever see all in the great high desert of Eastern Nevada.

The course will have a mixture of high-desert mountains, sand-washes, and panoramic views that will make racers want to stop their race vehicle and just take it all in. Teams will race through the Pahroc Summit area where they will see unbelievable rock formations, the Dalamar Valley, where the ghost town of Dalamar was located and where gold was discovered in 1890, the Cathedral Gorge area and much more.

Race headquarters will be in the exciting city of Las Vegas, at the Aliante Station Hotel & Casino, close to US-95 and I-15. Registration, Tech Inspection and Contingency will be held on Friday, April 29, and the race will take place on Saturday, April 30. The start line is in Alamo and the finish line will be south of the Alamo area.

Race fans can visit www.canidaeracing.com to follow the CANIDAE Trophy Truck Team's progress before, during and after the race with live reports and photos coming in from the field. Fans can also follow the team's progress in real-time by visiting www.ionearth.com. By clicking on the “Race Tracking” tab on the main page, one can then click directly onto the CANIDAE Racing tracking page where fans will see the speed and position of the race truck during the race. Don’t miss a second of the action.

At press time, the next scheduled event for the CANIDAE Trophy Truck team after the Silver State 300 is the famous SCORE Baja 500 this June 1-5.

CANIDAE Racing would not be able to compete at this level if not for the support of their sponsors including CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing Co., JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros., K&N Air Filters, Racepak Data Systems, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, and RSP Shock Prep.

photo credit: Mike Wilson

CANIDAE Racing Among Leaders at Mint 400 Before Rollover

CANIDAE Trophy Truck The CANIDAE Racing Team, in their newly redesigned 2011 Trophy Truck, was near the front of the pack for last weekend's Mint 400 offroad race near Las Vegas. Unofficial reports showed the CANIDAE team in 5th place at the end of lap one of this grueling four lap race. However, the team suffered a setback during lap two when driver Scott Whipple and Co-Driver Johnny Stroschein pushed the truck a little too hard and got bit on the famous qualifying jump and rolled the truck several times. Although attempts were made to repair the truck, getting it back on the coarse unfortunately wasn’t possible. The only injuries reported were to their pride.

The Mint 400, one of the most famous off-road races in history, covers a 100 mile loop course North of Las Vegas, Nevada. Racers take on the course four times for a total distance of about 400 miles. Many of the elite Trophy Truck class entrants were unable to finish Saturday's difficult race.

CANIDAE Trophy Truck Prior to the race on Thursday, the entire racing crew attended the Mint 400 FanFest party on Freemont Street in Las Vegas. The team's title sponsor, CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Co., had their display next to the team's vehicles. CANIDAE Pet Foods offers pet owners the finest natural and holistic dog foods, cat foods, and gourmet pet treats. The CANIDAE booth is always a fan favorite at racing events, with pet owners stopping by hear how CANIDAE products can help their pets be happy and healthy.

Next up for Team CANIDAE is the famous Best in the Desert Bilek Racing Silver State "300" this April 29th through May 1st.

CANIDAE Racing would not be able to compete at this level if not for the support of their sponsors including CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing Co., JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros., K&N Air Filters, Racepak Data Systems, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, and RSP Shock Prep.

CANIDAE Racing Gears up for the Legendary Mint 400

CANIDAE Trophy Truck The CANIDAE Racing Team, in their newly redesigned 2011 Trophy Truck, is ready to take on the famous SNORE Mint 400 this March 26th in Nevada. Known as the "Great American Desert Race" the Mint was created in 1968 and instantly became one of the most famous off-road races in history.

Last year at the Mint was the team’s best performance of the season with a Trick Truck 7th place finish. The team is looking forward to trying to better last year’s awesome finish.

Through the efforts of the seasoned CANIDAE crew, the team's 800 HP 454 CI Dougan powered Trophy Truck is in "mint" condition, ready to take on this historic event. Coming off a hard-fought finish in the Parker 425 Best in the Desert race in Arizona last month, this team is eager to surpass last year's excellent performance.

Race fans can visit www.canidaeracing.com to follow the CANIDAE Trophy Truck Team's progress before, during and after the race with live reports and photos coming in from the field. Fans can also follow the team progress in real-time by visiting www.ionearth.com. By clicking on the “Race Tracking” tab on the main page, one can then click directly onto the CANIDAE Racing tracking page where fans will see the speed and position of the race truck during the race. Don’t miss a second of the action.

Thursday night, March 24th will officially kick off the Mint 400 with a huge FanFest party on Freemont Street in Las Vegas starting at 6:00PM. The CANIDAE race truck will be on display with team drivers Scott Whipple and Scott Gailey signing autographs along with other drivers. The FanFest party is free, so all race fans are invited to come down and hang out with the CANIDAE Team. Tech Inspection and Contingency takes place Friday on Freemont Street, the day before the race.

Saturday morning at 7:00AM is when all teams get down to business. As the trucks and cars take the green flag for the first of four laps for the 2011 Mint 400, hundreds of thousands of race fans will watch the race from several designated “spectator areas” around the roughly 100 mile loop. These areas are free of charge and will offer a great vantage point to watch these amazing vehicles traverse the rough Nevada desert at incredible speeds. Come and witness this spectacle for yourself.

Next up for Team CANIDAE is the famous Best in the Desert Bilek Racing Silver State "300" this April 29th through May 1st.

CANIDAE Racing would not be able to compete at this level if not for the support of their sponsors including CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing Co., JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros., K&N Air Filters, Racepak Data Systems, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, and RSP Shock Prep.

CANIDAE Racing Overcomes Obstacles to Finish Parker 425

The CANIDAE Racing Team, in their newly redesigned 2011 Trophy Truck, was able to turn in a hard-fought finish in the 2011 Parker 425 Best in the Desert race in Arizona this past weekend.

The race began Saturday with a total of three 142-mile laps across the treacherous Arizona desert. More than 30 teams competed in the elite Trick Truck (aka Trophy Truck) class, with only a portion of those teams making it across the finish line.

CANIDAE Trophy Truck While the team's newly installed 800 HP 454 CI Dougan small block Chevy performed flawlessly, the truck flew into a canyon and sustained some damage. After having been pulled out by the generous crew of the TSCO truck, team CANIDAE went to work and got the Trophy Truck back to racing condition in record time and was able to complete the race.

The entire crew at CANIDAE Racing would like to extend a special welcome to their newest sponsor, JE Pistons. "Here at CANIDAE Racing we know our pistons and only use JE. Whether it's in our fuel car, our Trophy Truck or our street rods, JE Pistons has what we need when we need it. With over 60 years of experience, they are the leader in high performance forged pistons," said Scott Gailey, team manager for CANIDAE Racing. Visit JE Pistons at http://www.jepistons.com/.

N CANIDAE Trophy Truck ext up for Team CANIDAE is the famous SNORE Mint 400 March 26th and 27th. The crew will have to thrash to get the truck to mint condition, but with the help of Geiser Bros and the awesome CANIDAE crew it will be possible. Last year at the Mint was the team’s best performance with a Trick Truck 7th place finish. The team is looking forward in trying to better last year’s awesome finish.

CANIDAE Racing would not be able to compete at this level if not for the support of their sponsors including CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing Co., JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros., K&N Air Filters, Racepak Data Systems, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, and RSP Shock Prep.

CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck Heads to Parker, Arizona for First 2011 Desert Race

CANIDAE Trophy Truck CANIDAE Racing will begin the 2011 Best in the Desert racing series at the season kick off, the famed Parker 425. Held on the banks of the beautiful Colorado River in Parker, Arizona, this race is always extremely popular with competitors and spectators alike. This year will produce record entries of more than 30 teams in the elite Trick Truck (aka Trophy Truck) class and almost 300 other cars and trucks in 20 different classes.

After the racers qualify for starting positions on a special 7 mile track on Thursday, February 3rd, the race will begin on Saturday morning and consist of three 142-mile laps in the brutal Arizona desert. At the end of each lap, the contestants will race through the “Parker Python,” an 8 mile course littered with jumps and bumps which will also be the main pit section. The CANIDAE Racing team returns this year after being close to a top 3 finish last year, only to have fatal motor issues on the last lap. To ensure the team does not have the same issues this year, CANIDAE Racing has installed an 800 HP 454 CI Dougan small block Chevy.

If you cannot make it to the Parker 425, there are several ways to keep track of the CANIDAE Racing team as they strive for the podium. You can get up-to-date information on the team at www.canidaeracing.com during the race as they send in live reports and photos from the field. For live tracking information, go to www.ionearth.com to watch the truck via GPS tracking during the race. Additional tracking information will be available on the www.canidaeracing.com website. Finally, you can tune into MavTV or Versus to see the race one week later from the comfort of your living room. Check your local listings.

CANIDAE Racing would not be able to compete at this level if not for the support of their sponsors including CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing Co., JE Pistons, Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros., K&N Air Filters, Racepak Data Systems, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, and Get Performance.

2011 Racing Season Underway as CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck Races at Laughlin Desert Challenge

CANIDAE Trophy Truck Armed with their new custom built 800 HP 454 CI Dougan small block Chevy powerplant, the CANIDAE Racing team took on the 17th annual SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge race in Laughlin, Nevada beginning on Friday, January 14, 2011.

Driver Scott Whipple put the #95 Geiser built Trophy Truck in the 17th qualifying position out of 32 trucks with an average speed of 52.08MPH. This is very respectable considering the new motor was recently installed and still being broken in. Next up on Friday was the Laughlin Leap and it did not disappoint. With packed grandstands, the Trophy Truck drivers flew their 6,000 pound trucks through the air off a two-story high jump. With Justin ImHof charity auction winner Marlon Coffman of Abilene, Texas in the navigator's seat, Whipple jumped the CANIDAE Pet Foods / Lucas Oil Trophy Truck a remarkable distance of 120 feet, but was just edged out by the #77 truck of Robby Gordon. It was a great night for a great cause with all proceeds from the auction going to injured Baja 1000 motorcycle rider Justin ImHof and his family.

CANIDAE Trophy Truck A photo of Whipple jumping the CANIDAE Pet Foods Trophy Truck was published as one of the "Photos of the Week" at ESPN's "The Life" website. See http://es.pn/hfE0gs.

With a 17th starting position and two trucks leaving the starting line every 15 seconds, Whipple and navigator Patrick Gailey had their work cut out for them on Saturday as racing began. As their pack of two trucks left the starting line, the CANIDAE Chevy pulled a huge lead over its competitor. By lap 3 of the 8 lap race, Whipple was within a minute of the leaders and working his way up to the front. The new Dougan engine was performing perfectly as the truck powered through the sand and rocks. However, on lap 7 the output shaft in the transmission failed and the day was over for the hard charging team.

Come Sunday, even though the team could not get an official finish for the two-day event, they raced for pride and uses the track time for testing. Scott Gailey and navigator Johnny Stroschein took over the driving and navigating duties of the CANIDAE truck and had an excellent run as the team completed the 8 laps with a pace that would have had the truck in contention.

All in all it was a great weekend of racing and the team looks forward to getting back to the more traditional style of desert racing with the BITD Parker 425, on February 4-6. Please follow the team at www.canidaeracing.com as the team works towards a podium finish.

CANIDAE Racing would not be able to compete at this level if not for the support of their sponsors including CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Torco Race Fuels, Tap It Brewing Co., Fox Race Shox, Geiser Bros., K&N Air Filters, Racepak Data Systems, CalTex Freight, McKenzies, Specialty Fasteners, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Norco Tires, and Get Performance.

CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck Team Readies for Laughlin Race and Helps Raise Funds for Injured Rider

CANIDAE Trophy Truck Armed with their new custom built 800 HP 454 CI Dougan small block Chevy powerplant, the CANIDAE Racing team is ready to take on their first offroad race of the 2011 season, the 17th annual SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge race in Laughlin, Nevada on January 14, 2011.

This unique, spectator friendly event promises to thrill fans not only during the race, but also at the famous Laughlin Leap beforehand. This year CANIDAE Racing will have a special passenger inside the race truck for this pre-race jump competition. CANIDAE Racing auctioned off the navigator's seat to the highest bidder with all proceeds to benefit injured Baja 1000 motocross rider Justin ImHof and his family.

The charity auction was held January 8th at Oakley Headquarters in Foothill Ranch, California. In addition to the seat aboard the 800 HP CANIDAE Trophy Truck for the exciting Laughlin Leap, many generous companies and individuals donated other highly coveted items to the auction raising thousands of dollars for the injured rider and his family. Marlon Coffman manager of CalTex Freight of Abilene, Texas was the highest bidder for the CANIDAE Trophy Truck's navigator seat.

When racing begins on Saturday after the Laughlin Leap, fans will enjoy the two mile long infield section of a desert race course dense with jumps and turns. There will be grandstand seating and a large video projection in the middle of it all so race fans won’t miss a second of the action.

With a highly successful rookie season behind them in this ultra competitive class, drivers Scott Whipple and Scott Gailey are determined to turn their experience and new racing technology into podium finishes. "Having a year under our belt, and awesome Dougan HP and reliability going forward, we feel we can be get on the podium during the 2011 season," said co-driver Whipple.

The Ion Earth website (www.ionearth.com) will provide real time tracking, letting all race fans monitor the speed and position of the CANIDAE race truck and other competitors throughout the event. After clicking on the “Race Tracking” tab on the main page of Ion Earth, race fans can click directly onto the CANIDAE Racing tracking page. Race fans can also visit the CANIDAE Racing Team's own website (www.canidaeracing.com) during the race to follow the team's progress with live reports and photos coming in from the field directly from team members.

CANIDAE Racing has welcomed aboard both new and returning sponsors for 2011. "We are proud to continue our relationship with influential advertisers such as Lucas Oil and several other key sponsors in 2011. We are very pleased to welcome Magnaflow as a major sponsor. Magnaflow will be doing R&D on our exhaust system and providing technology improvements to the vehicle," said Jim Mantych, Director of Marketing for CANIDAE Pet Foods.

"On behalf of the entire team, I would like to extend our deepest thanks to all of our sponsors for their support and for representing the finest in motorsports technologies," said co-driver Gailey who continued, "Special thanks to CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BFGoodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, McKenzies, MasterCraft Safety, Torco Race Fuels, XRP Hoses and Fittings, and Specialty Fasteners.

After the Laughlin Desert Challenge, CANIDAE Racing plans on racing in the Best in the Desert Bluewater Resort and Casino Parker 425 race in Parker, Arizona on February 4th to 6th. The team expects to compete in a total of six to eight races for the season. Visit www.canidaeracing.com to stay informed.

CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck Receives New Engine and Plans for Top Finishes in 2011

CANIDAE Racing will begin its second competitive season in the trophy truck class at the 17th annual SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge race in Laughlin, Nevada on January 14, 2011. After a year spent testing their capabilities under competition conditions at eight events during the 2010 racing season, co-drivers Scott Whipple and Scott Gailey are determined to turn their experience and new racing technology into podium finishes.

"We are very proud of our team's accomplishments during 2010, our first year of racing in the Trophy Truck class. Our plan was to be conservative on our engine package and learn how to drive this awesome machine. For 2011 we are installing an 800 HP 454 CI Dougan small block Chevy. Having a year under our belt, and awesome Dougan HP and reliability going forward, we feel we can be very competitive during the 2011 season," said co-driver Whipple.

In addition to a new custom built engine for the season, CANIDAE Racing has welcomed aboard both new and returning sponsors. "We are proud to continue our relationship with influential advertisers such as Lucas Oil and several other key sponsors in 2011. We also are very pleased to welcome Magnaflow Exhaust Systems as a major sponsor. Magnaflow will be doing R&D on our exhaust system and providing technology improvements to the vehicle," said Jim Mantych, Director of Marketing for CANIDAE Pet Foods.

After the Laughlin Desert Challenge, CANIDAE Racing plans on racing in the Best in the Desert Bluewater Resort and Casino Parker 425 race in Parker, Arizona on February 4th to 6th. The team expects to compete in a total of six to eight races for the season.

"Without sponsorship, we wouldn't be able to do what we love. On behalf of the entire team, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our sponsors for their support and for representing the finest in motorsports technologies," said co-driver Gailey who continued, "Special thanks to CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BF Goodrich Tires, Magnaflow, KC HiLites, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, McKenzies, MasterCraft Safety, Torco Race Fuels, XRP Hoses and Fittings, and Specialty Fasteners.

Ride of a Lifetime in RPO Motorsports Trophy Truck to be Auctioned to Benefit Justin ImHof's Recovery

Canidae Trophy Truck Justin ImHof, age 17, was severely injured on November 18, 2010 while riding for the JCR Honda team on his 8x bike at the Baja 1000 race in Mexico. ImHof was at UCSD Hospital for several weeks in a coma. He recently came out of his coma and is making small amounts of progress toward a recovery each day.

"All of us at CANIDAE Racing were very moved when we heard about his injuries. We know how difficult recovery from such a devastating racing injury can be, and also understand the financial difficulties that can go along with the medical care and rehabilitation," said Scott Gailey, driver for CANIDAE Racing, who continued, "We all decided to help Justin and his family by auctioning off a ride in our Trophy Truck for the Laughlin Leap on January 14th. We are putting the winner in the navigator seat!"

The winner of the auction, to be conducted online and culminate at a final live auction at Oakley Headquarters located at 1 Icon, Foothill Ranch, CA on January 8th, will be welcomed aboard the 800 HP CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck for the famous Laughlin Leap which is a large jump set up in the middle of the course that sends trucks and cars flying over a hundred feet in the air the day before the race.

In addition to being aboard the Trophy Truck for the excitement of the Leap, the winner of the auction will become an honorary member of Team CANIDAE Racing for the entire Laughlin Desert Challenge, and receive free weekend accommodations at the Tropicana Express Hotel Casino.

Online bidding for this grand prize begins Tuesday, December 28th at http://www.CANIDAEracing.com. Participants may send their bids to supportjustin@canidae.com and keep tabs on the highest bid on the website's homepage. Online bidding will continue until 5pm January 7th.

The three (3) highest bids at the close of the online portion of the auction will be invited to continue bidding via telephone on the final auction day, January 8th at Oakley Headquarters.

During the day on Saturday, January 8th, Oakley will host the concluding auction and also assist with a raffle to raise additional funds for ImHof. At press time, raffle tickets are set at $40 with discounts for buying multiple tickets. The first 200 raffle ticket buyers will receive a Wahoo's burrito and drink as thanks.

The racing community has donated a number of exciting prizes to the raffle including tickets to Las Vegas shows, and flags from the US military certified as having flown in Afghanistan.

The auction is open only to US citizens age 18 or older. Winner assumes all liability. Other conditions may apply. See website for details of online portion of auction.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BF Goodrich Tires, Tap It Brewing, KC HiLites, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, McKenzies, MasterCraft Safety, Torco Race Fuels, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Specialty Fasteners.

CANIDAE Racing Returns From the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000

Canidae Trophy Truck The Baja 1000 has claimed another victim and this time it is CANIDAE Racing's own #95 Trophy Truck. After a planned pit stop at race mile 134, the #95 truck was working well. At race mile 180, as the course turns south in San Felipe, driver Scott Whipple and co-driver Pat Gailey had placed the big Chevy into 12th place and only 16 minutes out of first place on corrected time. This is an amazing feat considering they started in the 32nd position and the dusty, tight conditions of the first part of the race.

Unexpectedly, at race mile 217, the heart of the CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck gave out as #95 rolled to a stop along with the hopes and dreams of the team. The day was done and with it, the 2010 season. Luckily, the truck stopped next to a gracious family from the United States. They shared their fire with Whipple and Gailey, offered them water and kept them company.

Eventually, the truck and drivers were towed by a local man named Santine to Checkpoint 3. They were forced to stay without a bed, restroom or other amenities until around 10:30am on Friday when yet again they were rescued by two gracious families who towed the truck to their beach house. It was a cold night, but the drivers got through. Some other new friends made the weary drivers some bacon and eggs and gave them a cup of coffee. The chase crew finally showed up after nearly 24 hours of driving to get to the truck.

2010 was a great year for the CANIDAE Off Road Race Team in their first season in the Trophy Truck class. This is the premier class in all of off road racing and the team did an impressive job as they faced adversity throughout the year.

Off road race fans can visit www.canidaeracing.com during the holidays to monitor the team's progress as they begin preparations for the 2011 season which begins January 14th in Laughlin, Nevada.

CANIDAE Racing would like to thank their loyal sponsors without whom the season would not have been possible: CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BF Goodrich Tires, KC HiLites, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, McKenzies, MasterCraft Safety, Torco Race Fuels, XRP Hoses and Fittings, and Specialty Fasteners.

CANIDAE Racing Gears up for the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000

CANIDAE Trophy Truck Since 1967, the SCORE Baja 1000 has been the biggest and toughest off road race on the planet. Thirty-five of the world’s best Trophy Truck drivers will take the green flag first among over 300 other racers at the 43rd Annual Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. This year’s legendary desert classic, the final event of the five race 2010 SCORE Desert Series, will be held November 16 to 20 in Mexico on a brutal 1061.69 mile race course.

This event will draw huge crowds reaching 250,000 as the rugged course travels on both sides of the Baja peninsula, starting in Ensenada and finishing at the southern end in La Paz.

The CANIDAE Off Road Race team has been working tirelessly to prepare their massive, 850 plus horsepower Trophy Truck that was designed specifically for this event. Every bolt and washer will be new, every ounce of top-quality Lucas Oil fresh as the team puts the final touches on their support trucks and race machine in this massive undertaking. This team has had an amazing year and looks to cap off the season with a strong finish at this, the Granddaddy of all off road races.

The Ion Earth website (www.ionearth.com) will provide real time tracking, letting all race fans monitor the speed and position of the CANIDAE race truck and other competitors through out the event. After clicking on the “Race Tracking” tab on the main page of Ion Earth, race fans can click directly onto the CANIDAE Racing tracking page.

Race fans can also visit the CANIDAE Racing Team's own website (www.canidaeracing.com) before the race for pre-running coverage, and during the race itself to follow the team's progress via live reports and photos coming in direct from Mexico.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BF Goodrich Tires, KC HiLites, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, McKenzies, MasterCraft Safety, Torco Race Fuels, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Specialty Fasteners.

CANIDAE Primm 300 Highlight Race Recap

After what can only be described as a complete rebuild of the #95 CANIDAE Natural Pet Foods Trophy Truck, Team CANIDAE Racing headed to the Primm 300 race in Nevada. The successful rebuild would not have possible without some incredible help from Geiser Bros Racing and every member of the CANIDAE Racing crew. Check out this video by Turn 2 Productions that documents the highlights of the Primm 300 race with interviews and some of the best off road action ever caught on film.

Join us here at www.CanidaeRacing.com on November 17th for live blogging and live GPS tracking -- follow Team CANIDAE Racing as they go for the podium in Mexico's greatest offroad race! Go Team CANIDAE!!

CANIDAE Racing Beats the Odds in Nevada!

As predicted, the CANIDAE Off Road Race team was able to overcome all obstacles on their way to a strong ninth place finish Staurday at the 15th Annual SCORE Primm 300 in Primm, Nevada.

It what can only be described as a complete rebuild of the #95 CANIDAE Natural Pet Foods Chevrolet in less than 2 weeks, the team was able to make the start line of the notoriously rough race. Once the green flag dropped, Scott Whipple would float over the Nevada desert working his way through the field from his 24th starting position. At the halfway point in the race, Whipple would hand over the driving duties to Scott Gailey and the team would continue their way up the ladder. As the checkered flags flew, the #95 Canidae truck crossed the finish in 9th place with a total time of 5:13:00 and an average speed of 52.60 miles per hour. An amazing job by this young team and these great drivers.

Up next for the team is the Granddaddy of them all, the Baja 1000. This race will run the entire Baja peninsula in its original format and will test all the teams to their limits. The green flag drops November 18th in Ensenada, Mexico. Keep track of the team as they prepare the truck for the race and during the team’s pre-runs of the course by going to www.canidaeracing.com.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BF Goodrich Tires, KC HiLites, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, McKenzies, MasterCraft Safety, Torco Race Fuels, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Specialty Fasteners.

CANIDAE Racing Looks to Take on Las Vegas Terrible's Primm 300

After a rough and tumble Vegas to Reno race only two short weeks ago, the CANIDAE Off Road Race Team has had their work cut out for them as the start of the Primm 300 draws near.

The truck needed major repairs after the last event and the CANIDAE crew, with expert assistance from Geiser Bros. Design and Development, has been working around the clock to make it to the start line of this prestigious event. Sitting 17th place in the 2010 SCORE Championship (out of 46) with two races left, the team needs all the points they can get to keep the battle close. Just making it to the race will be a major victory for the team, but waiting for them is 300 miles of relentless Nevada terrain that will surely separate the men from the boys. If any team is up to the task, it is the CANIDAE Racing Team.

Team CANIDAE Racing would like to acknowledge and thank Geiser Brothers for dropping everything they were doing and helping Team CANIDAE get the race truck well prepared for Primm in only four days.

The race starts at 1:00 PM on September 11, 2010 and fans can follow the team's progress in real time from the comfort of their homes by visiting the CANIDAE Racing and Ion Earth websites.

The Ion Earth website (www.ionearth.com) will provide real time tracking, letting all race fans monitor the speed and position of the CANIDAE race truck and other competitors through out the event. After clicking on the “Race Tracking” tab on the main page of Ion Earth, race fans can click directly onto the CANIDAE Racing tracking page.

Race fans can also visit the CANIDAE Racing Team's own website (www.canidaeracing.com) during the race to follow the team's progress with live reports and photos coming in from the field directly from team members.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BF Goodrich Tires, KC HiLites, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, McKenzies, MasterCraft Safety, Torco Race Fuels, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Specialty Fasteners.

CANIDAE Racing Takes on the Silver State at BITD Vegas to Reno Race

CANIDAE Trophy Truck The CANIDAE Off Road Race team is putting the final touches on the #95 Trophy Truck for the 2010, Best in the Desert, Vegas to Reno Off Road Race. This amazing event is the longest off road race in the United States at just over 534 bone jarring miles. Just to finish it would be a huge accomplishment but the CANIDAE team is prepared to win it!

Starting in the desert heat of Las Vegas, Nevada on Friday the 20th, 150 plus competitors will begin the long trek north along Highway 95 all the way to Reno, Nevada. During the race, they will endure 110 plus degree heat, severe dust, sharp rocks and so much more as they make their way to the finish line. UFOs are not out of the question as the racers get a close-up view of Area 51 before climbing up to over 8000 feet in the Sierra-Nevada Mountains. For racers managing to get to the halfway point of the race, the second half becomes an all out sprint to the finish. Smooth graded roads take the place of rough washes as these talented drivers throw these huge trucks around like rally cars. It will certainly be exciting.

You can follow the CANIDAE team’s progress in real time from the comfort of your home by visiting www.ionearth.com. By clicking on the “Race Tracking” tab on the main page you can then click directly onto the CANIDAE Racing tracking page from there. You can see the speed of the race truck during the race as well as other competitors in the field. Don’t miss a second of the action.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, BF Goodrich Tires, KC HiLites, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, McKenzies, MasterCraft Safety, Torco Race Fuels, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Specialty Fasteners.

LIVE BLOGGING ANNOUNCEMENT: Race fans can visit www.canidaeracing.com all weekend to follow the CANIDAE Trophy Truck Team's progress with live reports and photos coming in from the field. Don’t miss a second of the action!

CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck Featured in Dirt Sports Magazine

The CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods Trophy Truck is featured as a Masterpiece in Metal in Dirt Sports Magazine, the "voice of off-road motorports". Below is an excerpt from the article. The issue is also available for purchase through the Dirt Sports website at http://dirtsportsnation.com.

"To reach the top is the overriding desire of almost every competitor alive. Very few of us don a helmet and firesuit without the intention to wind up in the winner's circle. Whether it is behind the wheel of a racecar or behind a desk, this ethos usually spreads to all aspects of a racer's life. Competitive by nature, nobody want to be left behind in the desert or in the world of business.

A perfect example of this tenet is Scott Whipple. Now a successful co-owner of CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods, Whipple literally helped build CANIDAE from the ground up, going door to door to sell his product. Lots of hard work finally paid off, as Whipple no longer had to make house calls and the brand has become a widely recognized leader in natural pet foods.

Whipple parlayed that business success into a successful Top Fuel sand drag racing team, even setting a world record of 2.221 seconds at 172 at the aptly named CANIDAE Pet Food Nationals. Long-time friend Scott Gailey then asked Whipple to come ride in his Class 10 car (a former Masterpiece in Metal), and he became hooked on desert racing. The duo spent the next two seasons racing the buggy.

Now the desire to go faster has led to the construction of this beautiful Trophy-Truck. Bought as a roller from Geiser Bros., it was taken to Gene Toweler at Get Performance to finish all the chassis mounts and tabs. From there, the truck made its way to RPO Motorsports where Gailey and his team poured countless hours into its construction.

The long nights and huge were obviously worth it as the results are stunning. "This truck is just a dream to drive . . . it just handles so nicely," notes Whipple. "Compared to a Class 10 car, it is almost easier to drive because you have so much power to get out of situations. It is just an awesome piece to drive, but definitely takes time to get used to the speed. You are going way faster than you think you are going. Getting the sense of speed down and building confidence in the truck were the hardest part for me, but we have come a long way in just four short races, so we are excited as a team." With ever-increasing speed and ever-improving results, Gailey and Whipple may become Trophy-Truck's newest top dogs, and the meticulously constructed racer they hope will take them there is this month's Masterpiece in Metal."

CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck Team Turns in Excellent Performance in Baja 500 Despite Rollover

The CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods Trophy Truck team took on all comers this past weekend at the 42nd annual SCORE Baja 500 outside of Ensenada, Mexico with good results.

Scott Whipple started the day in the #95 CANIDAE Trophy Truck, leaving the start line in the 22nd position out of 41 entries. Whipple battled the rough Baja terrain and thick dust, steadily moving the truck up towards the front of the pack. Whipple and Co-Pilot Patrick Gailey had a perfect truck. From the awesome performance of the BFG’s, the incredible gear reduction by Tubeworks worked in unison with Cullhane turbo 400 running flawlessly. The Fox Shox were set up perfect enabling the T/T to fly over the gnarly Baja terrain. Lucas Oil fluids were ran in the entire truck from the rear end all the way to the 800hp LSX, all working without a glitch and never overheated. We never once touched the K&N filters that kept the beast clean and free of dirt and contaminants. The only unscheduled stops were when a front wheel blew apart when the truck hit a huge rain rut created by the intense Baja rains. By out-driving and through attrition, Whipple put the Chevy up as high as 7th place before turning driving duties over to Scott Gailey and Co-Pilot Johnny Stroschein at the halfway point of the race. Gailey kept up the swift pace and pointed the truck towards the west, up near the Pacific Ocean and back towards Ensenada for the finish. With trouble-free running, the team got as high as 5th before they ran into trouble with less than 30 miles to go.

CANIDAE Trophy Truck Rollover As Gailey pushed hard for a top 5 finish, the #95 CANIDAE truck suffered a rollover in a section that racers were not allowed to see before the race started that was littered with ruts, rocks and washouts. With both the driver and co-driver unhurt and the damage to the vehicle assessed as “minimal,” and with the awesome help and support of the locals, the CANIDAE truck was put back on its wheels, replenished with Lucas Oils and back underway and almost home. Although several positions were lost during the incident, the team salvaged a solid 15th place finish in the 41 truck field and 21st overall out of 289 entrants. All in all, it was a great day for this young team, as the crew members were awesome and gelled together to make this great accomplishment possible.

View the CANIDAE Baja 500 Photo Album for some great pictures of the race and come back soon for updates on the team’s preparations for the next event, the BITD Vegas to Reno Race this August 19-21.

CANIDAE Racing Trophy Truck Team Ready to Take on Baja!

Mint 400 1 When the CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods Off Road team decided to compete in the Trophy Truck class for 2010, they built their tough as nails new truck with one track in mind... Baja! The Tecate SCORE Baja 500 is a magical place where legends are made and hearts are broken (along with expensive machinery).

Coming off a solid performance at the Mint 400, the CANIDAE Team has enjoyed their longest break between races to prepare for this event which runs for three days beginning June 4, 2010. They will need every moment as this course will take them over 500 miles of the roughest terrain that Baja has to offer. Starting in Ensenada, Mexico the course will run through the scenic wine country then down to the desolate Valley de Trinidad where temperatures can reach 115 degrees. Things begin to cool down as they head toward the Pacific Ocean and then back to Ensenada. An epic adventure to say the least.

With almost 300 entries already signed up in 19 different classes, team driver Scott Whipple drew the 22nd starting position for the 42nd running of this event. He will have to battle more than 40 other Trophy Trucks as well as Mother Nature and Baja itself.

LIVE BLOGGING ANNOUNCEMENT: Race fans can visit www.canidaeracing.com during the race to follow the CANIDAE Trophy Truck Team's progress with live reports and photos coming in from the field. Don’t miss a second of the action! Fans can also follow the team's progress in real-time by visiting www.ionearth.com. After clicking on the “Race Tracking” tab on the main page one can then click directly onto the CANIDAE Racing tracking page where fans will see the speed and position of the Trophy Truck during the race.

CANIDAE Trophy Truck Team Achieves Top 10 Finish at the Mint 400

Mint 400 4 The CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods offroad Trophy Truck team finished the Mint 400 in seventh place this past weekend despite tough competition, treacherous terrain, and little experience with their brand new motor.

What started out as a fun filled event in Las Vegas turned into an all out war come race day. The weekend began with the historic Mint 400 "Fan Fest" on Freemont Street on Thursday. The entire Canidae crew was able to spread their message of Responsible Pet Ownership to all of the race fans and pet owners gathered for this famous race. Team members handed out thousands of free samples and coupons for super premium Canidae dog and cat foods. Fans and crew had a great time together, enjoying the festivities and music well into the night.

Mint 400 1 Friday brought qualifying, contingency and tech inspection. Scott Whipple drove the Canidae Trophy Truck to a 29th place qualifying position out of 59 vehicles -- a great spot to be in considering the team was breaking in their brand new motor. The rest of the day was filled with pre-race activities enjoyed by the entire crew.

As the sun came up on the Nevada desert Saturday morning, there was tension in the air among the crew as fun times had given way to the seriousness of the task ahead. Team Canidae was competing against some of the fastest race vehicles anywhere, and over some very tough terrain, and would need to perform at their peak to even finish the race.

Mint 400 3 Each team would have to endure four laps on a 104 mile course that was littered with rocks as big as refrigerators, enormous jumps, holes that you could lose a locomotive in, and more than 250 other racers. Dust was a major factor as the top teams made their way through the field and towards the front. Team Canidae co-drivers Scott Whipple and Pat Gailey set a solid pace for the first two laps. As competitors began to fall by the wayside, it became apparent who the players were going to be and the Canidae team was right in the thick of it.

With just over 100 miles to go, Whipple began to make his push towards the front and moved inside the top 10. Somehow able to fight through the dust and difficult terrain, Whipple saved his best for last and turned in his fastest lap of the day in the worst conditions -- an amazing feat by a truly excellent team. Whipple crossed the finish line with a time of 9:27:38.015 which put him in 7th place for the day and gave the Canidae All Natural Pet Foods team their first finish of the 2010 season. Great job guys!

For a recap of the weekend, race fans can visit the Canidae Team's Mint 400 blog where reports and photos were posted live during the event. The team's photo album contains great snapshots of the crew and truck before during and after the race.

After four races in a short amount of time, the Canidae team will finally get a break as the next race is the Baja 500 scheduled for June 4-6 in Ensenada, Mexico. In the interim, the team will have time to prep the race truck, ready the team and pre-run for the 500. To keep up to date on this, or any of the other Canidae All Natural Pet Foods sponsored teams, please visit www.canidaeracing.com to make sure you do not miss a minute of the action.

Team Canidae would like to extend a very special thank you to the Missing Lenk Motorsports team for their help and support during the race. This great group of dedicated racers made their pit and supplies available to the Canidae crew.

CANIDAE Pet Foods Racing Looks to Bite Back at the Mint 400!

Scott whipple The CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods Trophy Truck team has developed a new plan of attack for next week's Mint 400 race in Nevada. By working around the clock since returning from the Baja San Felipe 250 race, the Canidae team has implemented several changes to ensure that mechanical problems do not prevent them from achieving victory.

Thursday night, March 25th will officially kick off the 2010 SNORE Mint 400 with a huge FanFest party on Freemont Street in Las Vegas starting at 6:00PM. The Canidae race truck will be on display with team drivers Scott Whipple and Scott Gailey signing autographs along with other drivers. The FanFest party is free, so all race fans are invited to come down and hang out with the Canidae Team.

Friday morning will come quickly after the FanFest party and the Canidae truck will leave the start line just after 7:00AM for qualifying. The team drew the 3rd place starting position for qualifying so the track will be ideal for putting the truck in a great starting position for Saturday’s race. Contingency will start at 9:00AM on Friday and will be held on the famed Freemont Street just as the original Mint 400 did years ago. All 300 plus competitors and their vehicles will push their way down through the vendors on their way to tech inspection. Canidae Pet Foods is proud to be a contingency sponsor for the Mint 400. Any racer, in any class, can win a bag of premium Canidae pet food, $50.00 or even $100.00 cash if they win their class. It is a huge street party and fun for the whole family. Don’t miss out!

Saturday morning at 7:00AM is when all teams get down to business. As the trucks and cars take the green flag for the first of four laps for the 2010 Mint 400, hundreds of thousands of race fans will watch the race from several designated “spectator areas” around the 106 mile loop. These areas are free of charge and will offer a great vantage point to watch these amazing vehicles traverse the rough Nevada desert at incredible speeds. Come and witness this spectacle for yourself. You can get a list of “spectator areas” at www.snoreracing.net.

Race fans can visit www.canidaeracing.com to follow the Canidae Trophy Truck Team's progress before, during and after the race with live reports and photos coming in from the field. Fans can also follow the team progress in real-time by visiting www.ionearth.com. By clicking on the “Race Tracking” tab on the main page one can then click directly onto the Canidae Racing tracking page where fans will see the speed and position of the race truck during the race. Don’t miss a second of the action.

CANIDAE Pet Foods' own Scott Whipple Interviewed in This Month's Dirt Sports Magazine

In an interview for the March 2010 issue of Dirt Sports magazine, CANIDAE Trophy Truck and world-record sand drag driver Scott Whipple, who is also co-founder of CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods, was asked about the relationship between motorsports and pet food.

"It's simple. Motorsports groups are, by nature, very passionate about their lifestyle and their pets. No pet food company has ever considered marketing to that arena. We are able to market our brand to a new group of consumers who maybe aren't aware of the better natural pet foods out there. lt's a great arena for us to do multiple things in."

Whipple went on to say that motorsports teams and sponsorships "...created a huge response from a group of fans and racers we have never been able to reach. We don't have huge budgets for television ads, so we are able to touch a lot of people."

For the full interview, be sure to check out the March edition of Dirt Sports magazine on sale now. To read the full interview online head to dirtsportsnation.com.

CANIDAE Trophy Truck Does Not Go Far, But Reaches a Long Way!

Canidae Trophy Truck San Felipe The CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods team has developed a sort of “Bermuda Triangle” North of San Felipe just past the infamous Zoo Road crossing. Within feet of the exact spot that CANIDAE's Class 10 car broke an axle in the 2009 Baja 1000, the CANIDAE Trophy Truck rolled to a stop with a blown motor at this year’s SCORE San Felipe 250. A huge disappointment for the team considering how well the truck was running with driver Scott Whipple behind the wheel. The weekend was not a total loss however.

On Friday, the day before the race, members of the CANIDAE Racing team dropped in to the ZAPP’s Animal Clinic near San Felipe to meet the owners and doctors as well as some of the volunteer staff that make this amazing facility work. Not even open a year, this no kill animal shelter has performed over 6000 spay and neuter procedures and rescued thousands of animals.

ZAPP’s Animal Clinic 2 After being given a tour of the facility the crew left, only to return shortly with over 500 pounds of CANIDAE dog food and FELIDAE cat food for the hospital. For team member Carl Boley, it was a proud moment. “I first learned about these wonderful people and their mission a year ago before the doors even opened. To see what they have accomplished here in such a short time and to see what a difference it has already made in the community is simply amazing.” The CANIDAE team will continue to support this wonderful effort and is already working on a way to help the clinic when the team returns in June for the Baja 500.

The weather was perfect for Saturday’s start and with each truck getting the green flag in 30 second intervals, the #95 Trophy Truck was the last truck off the start line in the 31 car field. Before the race course turned North, only 4 miles away, Scott and co-driver Pat Gailey had passed one truck and had their sights on the next. As the course got rough, the CANIDAE Trophy Truck began to shine as Whipple picked off another driver before the 7 mile mark. By the 18 mile mark the CANIDAE Chevy had moved up five spots and was in some clean air for the first time and really starting to move when the oil pressure dropped and the engine expired. Such a tragic day for a team that is looking to show they are major factors in this, the pinnacle of off road racing. They have the speed, they have the talent, they have the team, they have the sponsors -- they just need some luck.

There is little time for the team to rest as they look to rebound in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 27th for the Mint 400. Log on to www.canidaeracing.com to see how the CANIDAE Pet Foods team does in the biggest and roughest off road race in the USA.

CANIDAE Sponsored RPO Motorsports Trophy Truck Heads to Baja for San Felipe 250

Team CANIDAE and the CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods RPO Motorsports Trophy Truck are ready to take on the harsh conditions of the Baja peninsula as well as the top drivers from around the world in the 2010 SCORE San Felipe 250.

As the pieces fall into place for the 23rd running of the San Felipe 250, the CANIDAE Racing team finds itself ahead of schedule with the preparation of the race truck. To race at this level the CANIDAE Trophy Truck, driven by Scott Whipple and Scott Gailey, is being stripped all the way down to the bare frame and rebuilt from the ground up. This process takes hundreds of man hours to disassemble, inspect, rebuild or replace and reassemble every component of the truck. None of this would be possible without a great working relationship with parts suppliers and sponsors.

Canidae Trophy Truck With competitors from 24 states and eight countries, the highlight will be the 34 entries in SCORE Trophy Truck, the marquee racing division for high-tech, 800-horsepower unlimited production trucks. Held in Mexico’s picturesque fishing village of San Felipe, located 120 miles south of the U.S. border, 275 vehicles will compete in 28 Pro and 6 Sportsman classes in the 248 mile race.

The green flag will drop at approximately 10 a.m. Pacific time, Saturday the 13th of March. The start and finish line for the race will once again be the landmark San Felipe Arches on Highway 5 on the outskirts of San Felipe. One vehicle will start every 30 seconds in the elapsed-time race, with an 11-hour time limit to become an official finisher. This course will prove to be one of the toughest races of the year with endless miles of huge holes and hidden rocks challenging the racers.

Race fans can visit www.canidaeracing.com to follow the CANIDAE Trophy Truck Team's progress before, during and after the race with live reports and photos coming in from the field. Fans can also follow the team progress in real-time by visiting www.ionearth.com. By clicking on the “Race Tracking” tab on the main page one can then click directly onto the CANIDAE Racing tracking page where fans will see the speed of the race truck during the race as well as other competitors in the field. Don’t miss a second of the action.

The “Legend” Wins Yet Again

Known as the “Legend” because of its toughness and prestige, the Parker 425 has won yet another battle. With over 239 starters and less than 100 finishers, the 2010 Parker 425 was a great event that had something for everyone.

Canidae Trophy Truck Starting with qualifying on Thursday for the big guns, Scott Whipple, behind the wheel of the #95 CANIDAE Trick Truck, was able to improve his starting position by 10 spots with a clean qualifying run in the rough, sandy Arizona Desert. After qualifying for starting positions, the CANIDAE Team headed down to the “Downtown Parker Experience” where the drivers signed autographs for race fans and the team handed out stickers, brochures and every kid got a “Responsible Pet Ownership” wristband just for stopping by. A great time was had by all and it was a nice break from the seriousness of racing at this level.

Friday came and everyone was treated to perfect weather for Contingency and Tech inspection. CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods had a booth to promote Responsible Pet Ownership and to launch the new CANIDAE Contingency Program which offers prizes for a top three finish for racers supporting CANIDAE. The booth was packed all day with people getting CANIDAE samples and swag and well over 200 people signed up to win one of three remote controlled cars that were donated by Losi Products. The main attraction was the new Losi Strike that was created by the Losi special promotional department to be a replica of the CANIDAE race truck. The performance of this 1/10 scale race truck is amazing and we hope that someday we can buy one right off the shelf at our local Losi Dealer.

Canidae Trophy Truck Saturday started well before sunrise as the team headed to their positions to await the #95 CANIDAE Truck. Whipple started behind the wheel and set a blistering pace, picking off cars immediately. By the end of the first of three 138 mile loops, Whipple had gained several positions. As the course became rougher, the CANIDAE Truck began to show off its might as it devoured the terrain. By now the rain had began to fall and the conditions worsened but Whipple had placed the big dog inside the top 10 before pulling into Midway for a routine tire change where he turned the truck over to Scott Gailey. Gailey continued to charge, moving up two positions before the word came over the radio that Gailey was down with trouble. Just before the end of lap 2, the truck shut off with no warning of malfunction or distress. Because of the abruptness of the halt, it was thought that the ignition boxes were to blame so Gailey switched over to the backup units on the truck but to no avail.

Canidae Trophy Truck As it turns out, the day was done for the CANIDAE Truck team due to a broken cam shaft. It was very disappointing for a team that was well on its way to a podium finish, but as they say, “that is racing.” This team can look back with great pride and accomplishment of the weekend’s events and look forward to the next event at the SCORE San Felipe 250 on March 12.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by Lucas Oil, KC HiLiTES, Simpson Race Products, MasterCraft Safety, BF Goodrich Tires, Torco Race Fuels, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Redline Race Engines, Jim Conner Racing and Losi R/C Products.

CANIDAE and Losi R/C Cars Team up at the BITD Parker 425

CANIDAE Racing has partnered with Losi, the leader in RC car and truck innovation and design, to promote CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods and the amazing car and truck line by Losi. To celebrate the beginning of this partnership, Losi built an accurate replica of the CANIDAE Pet Foods Trophy Truck. The replica was on display at the Best in the Desert Parker 425 this past weekend in Parker, AZ, where the CANIDAE Trophy Truck entered into its second race of the off road season.

Losi also produced a 1/18 scale Mini Desert Buggy and two 1/36 scale Micro High Roller off road trucks, all of which were raffled off to the enthusiastic fans at the Parker 425.

“To see a replica of your very own race truck is a childhood dream of any racer. I cannot believe the looks and performance of this Losi Strike and I could not be more proud of the truck,” said Team Owner and Driver Scott Whipple. “I cannot wait until I can go into my local Losi dealer and pick one up right off the shelf,” he added.

CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods set up a booth at “contingency row” to support its ongoing mission of promoting Responsible Pet Ownership and to give away free samples of its super-premium pet foods as well as offer information on Losi products. The CANIDAE booth was the place to be all day and over 200 race fans signed up for their chance at winning the Losi trucks or car.

It was announced that 9 year old Jon Lafferty from Wildomar, CA won the Mini Desert Buggy, while Vanessa White, 29, from Blythe, CA and 11 year old Tyler Nusbalum from Lake Havasu City, AZ each won a Micro High Roller Truck! Congratulations to all three winners!

CANIDAE Pet Foods Racing Takes on the “Legend”

"No one knew that what started in 1972 as the Big River “400” would turn into the legend that has become the Parker 425. Through its many changes, the Parker 425 has been the unofficial start to the off-road race season. It is the first “true” desert race of the year (SCORE’s Laughlin Desert Challenge is a short course style desert race in January) and everyone who is anyone will be there! Best in the Desert took the race over in 2004 and it has continued to become the premier desert race in the United States. There’s no better way to start your racing year then with the Bluewater Resort & Casino Parker "425", The Legend!

CANIDAE Racing, fresh off of their impressive finish at the Laughlin Desert Challenge with their brand new #95 Trophy Truck (also known as “Trick Truck” in BitD races) has decided to enter the Parker 425, even though the race was not originally part of the team’s hectic schedule. “We ran so well at Laughlin that we wanted to see how we stacked up at a true desert race before heading to San Felipe,” said team co-driver Scott Gailey. “We need to get this team some practice in a real world race scenario if we are going to challenge for the Championship,” he added.

Hard charging Scott Whipple will start the race and hand the truck over to Gailey at the halfway point. The team will evaluate their position at that point and do what they need to do for the win. “This is a long, tough race that is won with consistency and team work,” said Whipple. “No question that we have to be fast, but it is never the guy that leads at Check Point 1 that ends up winning,” he added. "I guess that is what they mean by 'to finish first, you first must finish.'"

Unlike the Baja races, “chasing” is not allowed at US races. Chasing is where the team’s support vehicles “leap frog” around the course to catch the race truck as it flashes by to offer mechanical aid and fuel at predetermined positions. If the truck has a mechanical failure, the support vehicle can actually run on the race course to get to the race truck to help get the truck back in the race. In the Parker 425, the chase teams will be stationed at one of five pits located around the course and if the truck breaks and cannot make it to the pits, the race is over for the team. CANIDAE Racing has come up with a great plan and has entered a second vehicle in the race to carry extra parts and the ability to tow the vehicle to the next pit if needed. Driven by two time Parker 425 winner, Jason Cobb, this Class 1 car (Class 1500 in BitD) has been specially equipped with a spare transmission, 3rd member, axle and other parts for the Trophy Truck to help ensure a finish for CANIDAE Racing. “While it is hard to not be racing for a top finish in my own class, it is a privilege to be part of such a great team and to be able to have this unique opportunity,” said Cobb. “If the #95 truck has a great day like I think they will, that will make it all worth it. This is a big picture scenario and it is clear that we are a team and all pulling on the same end of the rope,” he finished. Cobb is working hard to finish a brand new CANIDAE Class 6 truck to be unveiled at this year’s Baja 500.

CANIDAE Racing asks you to join them on their adventure at the Bluewater Resort & Casino Parker "425" in person. Please stop by the main pits and say "hi" and get your dog a treat. If you cannot make it, you can tune into live race coverage at www.bitd.com starting on Thursday and lasting throughout the race on Saturday. Please join us as we strive to take the checkered flag at this historic event.

Ion Earth will provide real-time tracking of the race overlaid on a course map. Follow the progress of Team CANIDAE live as they go for the win. The Ion Earth website connects to the GPS transmitters installed in the vehicles allowing race fans to pin-point the location of each truck as they traverse the 425 mile course. Head to www.ionearth.com and click on the CANIDAE Racing link.

CANIDAE Racing is supported by Lucas Oil, KC HiLiTES, Simpson Race Products, MasterCraft Safety, BF Goodrich Tires, Torco Race Fuels, Fox Race Shox, K&N Air Filters, XRP Hoses and Fittings, Redline Race Engines, and Losi R/C Products.

CANIDAE Pet Foods Trophy Truck Unveiled, Debuts This Weekend at SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge

VIEW THE LAUGHLIN RACE BLOG HERE WITH UPDATES AS THEY HAPPENED DIRECT FROM THE RACE

"SCORE Trophy Trucks are designed to race across rugged terrain at speeds of over 100MPH so they have to be tough. They are also some of the most technologically advanced race vehicles on the planet. The brand new CANIDAE Geiser Bros. Trophy Truck is custom built from the ground up with exotic metals, composites and electronics to form a piece of art," said Jason Cobb, member of the Team CANIDAE Off Road crew.

The Laughlin Desert Challenge in Nevada begins Friday, January 15th and is the opening race of the SCORE Desert Series. Co-drivers Scott Whipple and Scott Gailey will pilot the #95 CANIDAE Trophy Truck for the 6 mile loop race course including the famous Laughlin Leap which is a large jump set up in the middle of the course that sends trucks and cars flying over a hundred feet in the air, lap after lap.

Live updates of the event and Team CANIDAE's progress will be available here at the CANIDAE Racing website. Race fans will see videos, photos and blog reports sent in from the CANIDAE crew directly from the race. Live video streaming will be available at Tracking International, the exclusive provider of live media coverage for SCORE International and the SCORE Desert Series.

The CANIDAE Trophy Truck team will be working all season to support independent pet food retailers, and to share the message of promoting "Responsible Pet Ownership" through proper care and nutrition to race fans and pet lovers everywhere. To celebrate the debut of the new Trophy Truck, CANIDAE Pet Foods has announced that any race fan who subscribes to the CANIDAE Responsible Pet Ownership blog will automatically be entered to win a free 6 month supply of the CANIDAE dog food or FELIDAE cat food of their choice. Conditions apply. The CANIDAE Responsible Pet Ownership blog offers free daily helpful tips and advice for caring pet owners. Race fans can subscribe here until January 23, 2010 to be eligible.

Gailey and Whipple will drive the CANIDAE Pet Foods Geiser Bros Trophy Truck for the 2010 SCORE Desert Series with support from the seasoned CANIDAE Off Road Crew including many of the talented men who helped make the Class 10 races in 2009 such a success, and who turned in a great performance in the Class 10 category at last year's Baja 1000. Team CANIDAE Off Road was one of only a handful of teams to earn the prestigious Toyota Milestone Award last year.

The CANIDAE Geiser Bros Trophy Truck is sponsored by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Lucas Oil, KC HiLiTES, Fox Racing Shox, K&N Filters, McKenzie's Performance Products, Racepak Data Systems, CALTEX Freight Brokerage, Torco Racing Fuels, Matco Tools, Redline Performance, and Get Performance’s Gene Towler.

After Laughlin, the SCORE Desert Series heads to Mexico for the 24rd Annual Tecate SCORE San Felipe 250.

Team CANIDAE Working Hard to Complete Geiser Bros. Trophy Truck in Time for Laughlin

We are finishing our first sponsored Trophy Truck [see videos] for entry in the SCORE Desert Series. With the 2010 season opener at Laughlin, Nevada just around the corner, the CANIDAE Pet Foods Off Road Racing Team is working around the clock to get our 2010 Geiser Bros. Trophy Truck in race condition for its debut at the SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge in Nevada on January 15th.

"Everything must go perfectly in order to make this race," said team owner/co-driver Scott Whipple. "We haven't even hit our first race yet and I'm already very proud of the CANIDAE Off Road Team. They've been working around the clock giving it everything they've got to get this incredible trophy truck primed and ready for Laughlin."

Co-driver Scott Gailey commented, "There will be about two dozen entries in the Trophy Truck class for Laughlin. This will be our first race, but we will be pulling from our experience in Class 10 as well as drag racing to bring in not just a great crew but a lot of horsepower as well."

Both Whipple and Gailey realize the tough competitiveness as well as experience that this class has, and their only expectation is to just go out there and have fun!

The CANIDAE Trophy Truck team will be working all season to support independent pet food retailers, and to share the message of promoting "Responsible Pet Ownership" through proper care and nutrition to race fans and pet lovers everywhere.

The CANIDAE Geiser Bros Trophy Truck is sponsored by CANIDAE Pet Foods, Geiser Bros., Lucas Oil, Racepak Data Systems, KC HiLiTES, Fox Racing Shox, Torco Racing Fuels, K&N Filters, Matco Tools, Redline Performance, and McKenzie's Performance Products.

Gailey and Whipple will drive the new Geiser Bros Trophy Truck in 2010, with support from the seasoned CANIDAE Off Road Crew including many of the talented men who helped make the Class 10 races such a great success.

Off road racing is no stranger to Team CANIDAE who turned in a great performance in the Class 10 category at last year's Baja 1000 and were one of only a handful of teams to earn the prestigious Toyota Milestone Award.

After Laughlin, the SCORE Desert Series heads to Mexico for the 24rd Annual Tecate SCORE San Felipe 250.

Stay tuned for more updates and please check out the build videos of our Trophy Truck work over the past months.

See you at the races!