As reported on The Backstretch, Ricky Carmichael will be racing in the Camping World East Series for Ken Shrader Racing, with backing from Hendrick Motorsports.

I'll be watching how Carmichael does this racing season. I watched him a little bit in Motocross so it will be interesting to see if he can do as well. I will also be keeping an eye on Steve Park. Park signed a fulltime contract earlier this year with NDS Motorsports. I've never really watched this division of racing but will keep an eye on both of these drivers as the year goes on.

Here's the racing schedule for the Camping World East Series. The division has two races at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, June 27 and Sept. 12.

I am heading down to the Speedway Expo tomorrow. I'll be there for the festivities tomorrow night and most of the day Saturday. I've never been and want to go check things out. I will have my camera in hand so I'll upload a few pictures for all to see. Is anyone else going?

I'll be back tomorrow with my picks for Vegas...

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