From a press release issued by New Hampshire International Raceway:

BARNES LEADS HARLEY-DAVIDSON POWERED BUELLS TO LOUDON

(LOUDON, N.H. – May 30, 2002) — With wins in Daytona and Summit Point, W.Va., Michael Barnes will lead the Harley Davidson powered Buell Lightning Series riders to the New Hampshire International Speedway for the 79th Annual Loudon Classic from Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 16.

Michael has faced strong early season challenges from Bryan Bemisderfer and Richie Morris. Bryan has posted two second place finishes, while Richie has finished fourth in Daytona and third in Summit Point. Bemisderfer has finished both races within six tenths of a second of Barnes.

Michael comes into the Loudon Classic focused and confident.

“I run very well at Loudon. It is the type of track that you need to know where to use your head and when to be patient. If you do that, you will do fine.”

Barnes will be extremely busy during the Classic. Michael will be continuing his championship quest in the Buell Lightning Series, and he is scheduled to compete in the Pro Honda Oils 600 Sportbike and the Lockhart Phillips Pro Superbike events as well.

The Loudon Classic begins at New Hampshire International Speedway on Friday, June 14 and continues through Sunday, June 16. To purchase money-saving advance sale weekend tickets visit the Speedway online at www.nhis.com or call Speedway Guest Services at (603) 783-4931.