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STICK-SHIFT NATIONALS
this event in every way, most notably with a hefty
payout generated entirely from donations, which
instantly sent the car count soaring.
For the most recent running, Regenthal se-
cured 85 sponsors, totaling more than $16,000
in donations – all of which goes into the purse.
Amazingly, the Stick-Shift Nationals remains
completely free to enter for car and driver. The
main event winner is awarded $3,000 in cash,
plus gift certificates, a custom trophy and their
name written on Farmington’s Wall of Fame in
the winner’s circle. The second chance race is
likewise completely free to enter and pays $1,500
to win. The remaining payout structure is spread
so deep that every single person entered in the
race gets money, including those who lose first
round in the second chance race.
Each year since Regenthal’s involvement, spon-
sorship money and entries have not failed to in-
crease from the previous year’s levels. “I know it’s
got to peak at some point, but I really feel like
it’s still growing and I believe 2018 is going to be
even bigger than this year’s event. We continue
getting calls from people who’ve never been to
the Stick-Shift Nationals, but express an interest
in attending,” says Regenthal.
As with anything that has enjoyed such ex-
plosive growth, there’s a lot of work that goes
into making it possible. Farmington Dragway’s
staff always presents a great facility, along with
special contributors like Leigh Anne Flint and
Mike Boyles, who secure contingency sponsors.
“I’ve got to give special recognition to my wife,
Lisa, for everything she does to make this race
possible, because without her I couldn’t do it,”
adds Regenthal.
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