Nerves of Steel is all I can say about the breed of racers who manage to handle all this raw power out of this type of race vehicle. Rick Watkins is example of this breed of racers.

Out of Binghamton NY, Rick owns his own business, RD Watkins Construction and has been racing all sorts of vehicles, cars, bikes, sleds for over 20 years!

His current ride, the 1,000cc Arctic Cat Thundercat, owned by Bob Geata of Mathews Cadillac/GMC Truck, has been able to achieve a best E.T. of 6.40 on the 1/8 mile at a speed of 106 mph! Phew!

His crew, Steven Lumdsen and sponsors, SSR PowerSports out of Castle Creek, NY, Heads by Doc and Bob Geata of Mathews Cadillac/GMC have allowed Rick to help his achieve his current standing in this highly charged sport. "I come to Skyview because I enjoy racing here!" says Rick. That Arctic Cat is one fast feline! Don't dare say meow in its presence as the roar will soon put you in your place!