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First Fully Functional Quadriplegic in History to Race Dragboat During Cowtown Dragboat Nationals weekend, July 11

November 7, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

First Fully Functional Quadriplegic in History to Race Dragboat During Cowtown Dragboat Nationals weekend, July 11











St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) July 8, 2009

Patrick Rummerfield, the first fully functional quadriplegic in the history of medicine, announced today that he has been invited by Extreme Beverage Company, makers of Bookoo and Fire it Up beverages, and by the organizers of the Cowtown Dragboat Nationals, to test-race a dragboat on July 11, during the racing weekend at Marine Creek Lake in Ft. Worth, Texas.

Mr. Rummerfield, who remained paralyzed from the neck down following an auto accident in 1974, was given 72 hours to live, and subsequently baffled the medical community by teaching himself to use his arms and legs again through self-determination and grueling, uncharted therapy, will test the Jetboat-style dragboat in preparation for his attempt to break the World Record for speed with an electric boat.

Patrick Rummerfield is no stranger to world records: in addition to being the world’s first fully functional quadriplegic, he is the holder of the FIA World Landspeed Record with an electric car, taking his electric vehicle to over 250 mph at the Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, in 1999. Patrick is also the holder of 33 World’s Firsts.

“I have always been fascinated by fast races, as long as they are performed in safe, controlled places,” commented Patrick from his St. Louis, MO home. “The Cowtown Dragboat Nationals are just that venue! I want to show the world that, with the right commitment, iron will, and desire to succeed, anything is possible. I am thankful to Extreme Beverage Co. for this exciting opportunity.”

Mr. Rummerfield, who is rumored to be in talks with a car racing team for races in the NASCAR, ARCA, and ADRL circuits, will navigate the jetboat in a solo exhibition run that will take him to speeds in excess of 100 mph.

“We are honored to be able to have Patrick take one of these incredible boats for a spin!”, said Ken Reedy, of Quick Water Productions, promoter of the national race, which is expected to attract over 150 racers this year. “Determination, focus, and desire to win are what dragboat racing is all about. If we can play a role in allowing Patrick to establish the world speed record with an electric boat, and inspire others to reach for the stars in the process, we will have done a good thing.”

Mr. Rummerfield, whose solo run will take place in the afternoon of July 11, will use this experience to prepare himself for the upcoming attempt at breaking another world record. His primary focus, however, is to bring awareness to the importance of activity based restorative therapies and paralysis research.

About Patrick Rummerfield:

Patrick Rummerfield is the first fully functional quadriplegic in the history of medicine. Following a 1974 car accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down, Patrick entered an uncharted and grueling regimen of physical therapy and physical and psychological support. With sheer determination and an iron will, Patrick regained function to his limbs, and went on to race marathons all over the world, including the Ironman Triathlon, the Gobi Desert march, and the Antarctica marathon, and to establish the FIA World Land Speed record on an electric car, along with 33 World Firsts. Today Patrick works with the International Center for Spinal Cord Injury at Kennedy Krieger Institute and has co-founded Adventures on Wheels, a nonprofit organization developed to bring the world of adventure to those affected by spinal cord injury. Patrick is an accomplished motivational speaker. For additional information visit http://www.Rummerfield.com.

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Patrick Rummerfield Sets World’s First by Becoming the First Fully Functional Quadriplegic to Race Drag Boat

November 3, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Patrick Rummerfield Sets World’s First by Becoming the First Fully Functional Quadriplegic to Race Drag Boat











Pat gives a “thumbs up” from his drag boat


St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) July 17, 2009

At the recent SDBA Nationals, Patrick Rummerfield achieved another world’s first, by becoming the first fully functional spinal cord injury (SCI) quadriplegic in history to successfully race a drag boat.

In the sultry Texas heat, Mr. Rummerfield raced the Stock Eliminator class drag boat in front of a cheering crowd gathered at Marine Creek Lake in Ft. Worth, Texas.

Mr. Rummerfield was able to establish his newest world’s first thanks to the support of Mike Albright, of Albright and Associates, in Odessa, TX, who made his “747 Wat’er the ODDS” drag boat available to Patrick.

“It’s always an honor to go down in history as being part of a first time record,” said Mr. Albright. “Since this was Patrick’s first run we detuned the motor just a little to be on the cautious side. But after watching him at the starting line and through the run, we thought he was great — he raced like a pro! Pat is an inspiration to everyone!”

“I made it a point to ensure that my life’s experiences are proof to those who are experiencing difficulties, that a ‘can-do’ attitude, determination, and an iron will plays a major role in going from the depth of despair to the feeling that the sky’s the limit,” said Mr. Rummerfield. “Every world’s first is dedicated to those who never give up, to their friends and families, and to all those who support their efforts.”

Mr. Rummerfield, who is rumored to be in talks with a car racing team for races in the NASCAR, ARCA, and ADRL circuits, navigated the drag boat at a speed around 65 mph. “Still quick for the water, but I’m sure he’s going to go a lot faster!” commented Mike Albright.

Mr. Rummerfield commented that he will use this experience to prepare himself for the upcoming attempt at breaking another world record. Ed Dempsey, founder of Dempsey’s World Record Associates (DWRA), is supporting Patrick’s effort by supplying the electric motors and running gear, and by modifying the boat that will be used by DWRA race team to set the new world water record. Mr. Dempsey has also expressed an interest in developing an electric powered airplane to allow Patrick to take his electric racing

records to the air.

“Can you imagine? A world record for speed in electric vehicle set on land, water, and air. This is what dreams are made of. This is what the American spirit is all about: you can’t break it. You just can’t break it!” commented Mr. Rummerfield, whose primary focus, when setting these records, is to bring awareness to the importance of activity based restorative therapy and paralysis research.

About Patrick Rummerfield:

Patrick Rummerfield is the first fully functional SCI quadriplegic in the history of medicine. Following a 1974 car accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down, Patrick entered an uncharted and grueling regimen of physical therapy and physical and psychological support. With sheer determination and an iron will, Patrick regained function to his limbs, and went on to race marathons all over the world, including the Ironman Triathlon, the Gobi Desert march, and the Antarctica marathon, and to establish the FIA World Land Speed record on an electric car, along with 33 World Firsts. Today Patrick works with the International Center for Spinal Cord Injury at Kennedy Krieger Institute and has co-founded Adventures on Wheels, a nonprofit organization developed to bring the world of adventure to those affected by spinal cord injury. Patrick is an accomplished motivational speaker and is in the process of writing a book about his incredible life story. For additional information visit Patrick Rummerfield’s website.

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Zolitics, the World?s First Political Entertainment Network, to Launch this Fall

October 30, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Zolitics, the World’s First Political Entertainment Network, to Launch this Fall











Washington, DC (Vocus) August 21, 2009

Countering the widely accepted belief that Democrats and Republicans in Washington could never come together in a common effort, the non-partisan Zolitics.com will be launched this fall as the world’s first network exclusively devoted to providing the entertaining side of politics.

Programming will begin airing this fall with a wide-ranging lineup that includes shows that are sometimes hilarious, sometimes irreverent, but always entertaining. The webisode series feature original scripted content, current events with a twist, and reality based shows unlike you have ever seen before. Zolitics.com will also afford viewers a rare glimpse at candid insights and even the on-air acting ability of some of America’s most high-profile political figures and political strategists.

Zolitics was created by some of the most well known names in the political consultancy world, including Republican Media Consultant John Brabender, Democratic Media Consultant Tad Devine, former White House Political Director and New Media expert Sara Taylor, and Republican Strategist Leslie Gromis Baker. (A full list of Zolitics partners appears at the end of this release.)

The following is a glimpse at some of the unique programming that will be available exclusively at Zolitics.com this fall.

Moving Numbers

Moving Numbers will let you follow the only U.S. Senate campaign in the country this year, in this 12 episode fictional dramedy about the often dysfunctional but never boring Sanders for U.S. Senate campaign. The series, set in Pennsylvania, will give viewers a real-world behind the scenes view of the struggles, challenges, and comedy that’s often associated with a high profile campaign for office.

Filming of Moving Numbers began in early May, and features a cast of talented actors from across the country who play the many characters one is likely to encounter in a real campaign, from the candidate and his wife to the “oppo guy.” A variety of real life figures will also appear in the episodes including über pollster Frank Luntz, Democratic Strategist Robert Shrum, and the Senior Editor of The Atlantic, Josh Green.

The Pittsburgh Tribune Review described Moving Numbers as “Primary Colors on Steroids.” To see a trailer for Moving Numbers, visit Zolitics.com.

Scoops

So you think you can be a Washington White House Correspondent? Scoops will give everyday citizens from all over the world the opportunity to find out. Scoops is a reality-based show that has amateur journalists compete on real news stories.

Contest participants will be chosen from the many expected entries that submit a 120 second video on why they would make a great reporter. 25 finalists will then be selected to come to Washington and be interviewed by some of the most respected names in journalism. 12 participants will ultimately be chosen to compete over 12 weeks.

At the beginning of each show the participants will be handed a news assignment by a Washington journalist or a well-known public figure, including America’s first Homeland Security Director Tom Ridge. The show will follow the budding journalists on their quest and the ultimate firing of one at the end of each show until only one remains.

An official announcement regarding the Scoops competition will be released this fall.

My America

My America will let viewers see what happens when you take two people, a very outspoken “conservative,” and a very outspoken “liberal,” and allow them to introduce each other to their America. This very unusual social experiment will not only introduce us to the diversity that makes America great, it just may also become America’s favorite buddy story.

In the first episode, My America will co-star Fox News Contributor and former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum, and the highly respected Democratic strategist, author, professor and Political Analyst for CNN, Donna Brazille.

“I think My America will go a long way to help show viewers all we have in common as Americans, while tackling the issues that too often divide us. The entertainment value of Rick Santorum and I appearing together might give American Idol some concern about the ratings game.”

                                                            – Donna Brazille

“I’m sure, just like the viewers, I will learn much on this important journey. And I can’t wait to take Donna Brazille to a NASCAR race.”

                                                            – Rick Santorum

Look Who’s Coming to Dinner

Look Who’s Coming to Dinner is a joint production of Zolitics and Politics Magazine. Look Who’s Coming to Dinner will introduce viewers to some of the most famous dining locations in Washington, D.C., and allow them to eavesdrop on very candid conversations with some of Washington’s most important political figures.

The very first episode of Look Who’s Coming to Dinner will give viewers a very rare opportunity to watch a remarkably interesting conversation among a number of former White House Communications Directors, including Ari Fleisher and Mike McCurry. Other scheduled episodes include a dinner conversation with leading campaign opposition researchers, a dinner with a group of leading American futurists to discuss how technology will dramatically change the way the 2012 Presidential campaigns will be run, and an episode entitled “Political Rehab,” which will feature political figures who have fallen from grace, and now are making the climb back up.

Additional Zolitics programming will be announced soon, including When Consultants Go Good, a reality-based show that reveals exactly what happens when some of the most famous Democratic and Republican names in political consulting join forces in a common cause.

About the Creators of The Political Entertainment Network

The Political Entertainment Network has been created by some of the best known, bi-partisan names in political consulting. This includes the following:

John Brabender, Republican Media Consultant

John has won more awards for creative excellence than any other media consultant in the country. He has provided creative and producing services to some of the most high-profiled Republican candidates, including Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Governor Tom Ridge, Governor Linda Lingle, U.S. Senator Rick Santorum, U.S. Senator David Vitter, and many more. John is a frequent guest on national political shows.

Tad Devine, Democratic Media Consultant

Tad is one of the most respected Democratic media consultants in America, and has not only worked with many of the nation’s most high profile candidates, but has become one of the most sought after consultants internationally. Tad served as the lead consultant on the Gore for President Campaign.

Sara Taylor, Strategist and E-marketing Targeting Expert

Sara is best known as the youngest White House Political Director in history. Sara, a top strategist for President Bush’s 2000 and 2004 campaigns, is a frequent political analyst on a variety of national news channels.

Leslie Gromis Baker, Strategist

Leslie has served as a top strategist on some of the highest profile races in the country. She served as a Regional Chairman for the Bush 2004 re-election campaign, and was a top consultant to the McCain 2008 Presidential bid. Leslie is also a former special assistant in the White House Office of Political Affairs, and has provided governmental and political consulting for many national companies and organizations.

Julian Mulvey, Media Consultant

Julian is a highly respected Democratic media consultant with a reputation for creative political communication on television and online. A winner of 14 Pollie Awards and the Visionary Award from the D.C. Independent Film Festival, Julian is one of the most sought out Democratic media consultants in the country.

Mark Starcher, Internet Strategist

Mark is an expert in IT project management, web design and new media creation and management services. Mark is an adjunct faculty member at the University of Maryland-University College, School of Mathematics, Computer Science and Information Systems. His writings have appeared in international technical journals and Fortune Magazine and he has been a guest on Good Morning America.

Mike Mihalke, Film Producer

With over 15 years of experience in media development and advertising production, Mike has founded two successful media production and development companies. His recent film experience includes serving as producer and executive producer on a number of independent films.

For More Information Contact:

Kelley Denny/Lynn Seay, prwerks

Phone: 412-784-1719/352-9240

Virginia Davis 610-658-9658 or 215-528-9368

Email: kdenny(at)prwerks(dot)com

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Kruse International and RacingJunk.com present the First Annual Racecar & Sports Car Auction on Jan. 12th & 13th in Concord, NC Sponsored by Brembo

June 11, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Kruse International and RacingJunk.com present the First Annual Racecar & Sports Car Auction on Jan. 12th & 13th in Concord, NC Sponsored by Brembo










Auburn, IN (PRWEB) December 7, 2006

Kruse International, the largest collector car auction company and the king of car auctions, is launching the First Annual Racecar and Sports Car Auction on Jan. 12th and 13th at Cabarrus Arena and Events Center in Concord, N.C.

With the advent of the Car of Tomorrow, NASCAR teams will have the opportunity to reduce the size of their car inventories. Vehicles from Richard Childress Racing, Ganassi Racing, Bill Davis Racing, Ginn Racing (formerly MB2 Motorsports) and additional NASCAR teams are expected along with transporters, parts, engines, equipment and memorabilia. These items will be up for bid in what promises to be the biggest racing auction ever for the both the avid racer and racecar collector.

A unique opportunity is also being provided to drag racers and fans. “Big Daddy” Don Garlitz will be auctioning several of his dragsters that have been designed and raced by a living legend.

Dean Kruse, President of Kruse International, is proud to have created this new and special event for racers, racing fans and car enthusiasts from the epicenter of stock car racing.

“We think it’s a wonderful opportunity for thousands of racers to gain access to the same technology used by their favorite teams,” Kruse said. “Also, local racers will be able to sell their cars and equipment at the auction too. If you think it goes fast, it qualifies!”

“We are happy to be working again with Kruse International to help manage our racecar inventory and we are excited to offer this unique opportunity to own a piece of NASCAR history and provide added value for our sponsors,” said Andrew Campangone, Vice President of Sales for Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates.

RacingJunk.com, which has partnered with Kruse International, is the leading Internet destination for Performance Racing enthusiasts and professionals worldwide. RacingJunk.com is the nation’s number one racing classified web site that connects over 1,400,000 buyers and sellers viewing over 50,000,000 pages every month.

“RacingJunk.com is very pleased to have joined with Kruse International to bring another powerful tool to our members, who are the world’s most hard core buyers and sellers of racing equipment and true racing fans,” said Osmin “Ozzie” Alvarez, President of Raceway Media, LLC, which owns RacingJunk.com.

In addition to previously raced NASCAR cars, the auction is also open to racecars of every series including NHRA, ARCA, SCCA, dragsters, hot rods and muscle cars. Participants interested in registering to either bid on or sell items can contact Dawn Rathgaber at 260.925.6080 and can also find auction information and consign their items online at http://www.kruse.com/auctions/race07/index.asp. Internet and phone bidding will also be available during the auction. Please see the Kruse International website at http://www.kruse.com or http://www.racingjunk.com for more information.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Speedway Children’s Charities.

ABOUT KRUSE INTERNATIONAL

Kruse International (http://www.kruse.com) is one of the world’s leading auction firms and the largest collector car auction company, selling more vintage cars than all other firms combined. Kruse auctions more than 13,000 cars in more than 30 events internationally, the largest of which is the Annual Auburn Fall Classic Car Auction which is held over Labor Day weekend at the 480 acre Kruse Auction Park in Auburn, IN. 2007 will mark the 37th edition of the “World’s Largest Collector Car Auction and Show.” Over 200,000 people will attend and 5,000 cars will be auctioned! In addition to collector cars, the company also holds dozens of auctions for distinctive real estate properties and vintage aircraft, collectible tractors, mobile homes, collectibles, rare oil paintings, factories, islands, zoos, railroads and three entire towns.

Together, the Kruse family has broken more than 250 world record prices in the collector car industry. Dean Kruse cried his 5,000th auction at the annual Houston sale in August 1987 and became the youngest man ever to attain that goal. His auction total is now well over 6,000 auctions. The Kruses were the first to sell a car for a documented $ 1 million in cash — a 1934 Duesenberg SJ La Grande long wheelbase dual-cowl phaeton. The Duesenberg was sold to Tom Monaghan, founder of Domino’s Pizza and then owner of the Detroit Tigers. Another widely publicized sale was the sale of over a dozen muscle cars for several million dollars to baseball great Reggie Jackson.

ABOUT DYNO MARKETING, LLC

Dyno Marketing (http://www.dynomarketing.com) is a private marketing firm focused on leveraging the power of leading brand equities in sports and entertainment. Dyno Marketing provided the original concept for The First Annual Racecar and Sports Car Auction and Dyno Marketing has formed a partnership with Kruse International whereby Dyno is responsible for managing all sponsorships, media, consumer products, licensing and related activities. Dyno Marketing has structured several innovative NASCAR-related projects, including co-developing the Speedway Children’s Charities Victory Lane with Speedway Motorsports Inc., Speedway Children’s Charities and Get Etched. Dyno also developed the idea of bringing world-renowned chef Mario Batali’s enthusiasm for great food and fun to the world of NASCAR. Dyno’s partnership with Mario has resulted in “Mario Tailgates NASCAR Style – The Essential Cookbook for NASCAR Fans.” Mario has also developed two officially-licensed NASCAR barbeque sauces with 2 Brothers and Dyno was responsible for 2 Brothers becoming the Officially Licensed Barbeque Sauce of NASCAR. Dyno Marketing is currently involved in projects with NASCAR, NEXTEL Cup race teams, NASCAR sponsors and several of NASCAR’s official charities. Dyno also has programs and partnerships with a number of prominent firms including Wilton Industries, The SportingNews, HarperCollins, The Official NASCAR Members Club and Lionel, LLC.

ABOUT RACEWAY MEDIA, LLC

Raceway Media LLC, a Boxcar Media LLC, is a multimedia publishing firm servicing the racing and performance enthusiasts industries. It is a free ‘one-stop shop’ for those looking to buy, sell, trade, entertain or interact with people throughout the automotive and motorcycle racing and performance communities.

The company’s holdings include RacingJunk.com and the newly launched MotorcycleJunk.com, which together receive more than 50 million page views per month and have more than 150,000 members. Raceway Media also owns BoatingJunk.com, MuscleCarJunk.com, TunerJunk.com, ImportJunk.com and RacingJunkRides.com. A new division, Raceway Productions, produces, distributes and broadcasts content of racing related events.

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For the first time in NASCAR history, online intimate apparel company partners with racing company.

February 1, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

LOS ANGELES, CA (PRWEB) September 23, 2004

Are you wondering how an online apparel boutique partnered with a renowned NASCAR racing company? LoveFifi Racing, a division of LoveFifi.com, is pleased to announce the Primary Sponsorship program with the Keith Coleman Racing (KCR) team #26 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Veteran NASCAR driver Mark Green has committed to represent KCR in the NASCAR Busch Series (NBS). The sponsorship features impressive signage, giveaways, announcements and other exciting sponsorship involvement throughout the coming weeks.

For the first time in NASCAR history, racing fans and enthusiasts will witness an online intimate apparel company serving as a sponsor for any NASCAR race, which, contrary to common perception, is watched by a 42% female audience. Earlier this year, statistics show that NBS events that were shown on cable and network television averaged 1.5 million households, 2.1 million viewers and 55.2 million total viewers.

When asked Â?Why NASCAR?Â?, Fifi, Queen Executive Officer (QEO) of LoveFifi.com, says, Â?NASCAR fans are MY girls. When I look out into the stands I see a world of women who are going to be more than just customers, they are going to be my friends. Our motto says it all Â? itÂ?s not about numbersÂ?gorgeous is gorgeous no matter what your size, shape or age.Â?

LoveFifi.com will participate in the following NBS races: Mr. Goodcents 300 in Kansas City on October 9; SamÂ?s Town 250 in Memphis on October 23; AaronÂ?s 312 in Atlanta on October 30; BashaÂ?s Supermarkets 200 in Phoenix on November 6; and Ford 300 in Miami on November 20. QEO, Fifi, and CEO, Gary Landry, will be present at the races.

For additional LoveFifi.com product or company information, visit their company website at www.LoveFifi.com or call (818) 848-7232.

Contact:

Latashia DeVeaux/PHD Media, Inc.

818/508-0041

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Philicia Jenkins/PHD Media, Inc.

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