"HAPPY and SAD day for the STROUPE's"...

Today was a HAPPY and SAD day around the Stroupe household. I guess I will start off with the "GOOD NEWS" FIRST... Zach FINALLY got to bring home his "new ride". He has been patiently waiting for SEVERAL MONTHS while his Dirt Modified was being built. After they got it home today and "oohed and ahhed"... I think they agree that it was worth the wait. Mike seems to be very impressed with the way the car turned out. Here's the first picture of the car. As you can see, it definitely needs some decals. We can't wait to see what Dale (Averill) with 2Dudes Designs has up his sleeve. He always does a GREAT job on all the cars he designs. We will keep you updated with pictures as we get closer to RACE DAY! and now for the BAD NEWS... We heard last night that Steve Carter had a heart attack last night and unfortunately passed away. Our hearts are saddened for his family and friends. Fortunately we had the opportunity to "hang out" with him and get to know him a little better when Zach and Nick had the opportunity to race with Kyle Beattie Racing. Kyle has set-up and maintained Steve's race cars for years. He will truly be missed both on and off the track.