“LAUGHLIN LEAP BY FABTECH” Returns to METHOD WHEELS LAUGHLIN DESERT CLASSIC Presented By POLARIS - $10,000 and Other Prizes Up For Grabs

(LAS VEGAS, NV – September 18, 2018)– Best in the Desert, the largest off-road race series in North America, today announced that for the first time since 2011 the world famous “Laughlin Leap ” will be held at the upcoming Method Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic by Polaris scheduled for Oct. 11-15, 2018 in Laughlin, NV. Suspension leader Fabtech has signed on to be the presenting sponsor of the “Laughlin Leap by Fabtech”, which will be held on Saturday evening Oct. 13that 7:00pm. The “Laughlin Leap by Fabtech” is open to all classes and with $10,000 in prize money and other awards up for grabs is sure to elevate the level of excitement and spectacle for everyone in attendance.

“We are very excited for the 2018 Method Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic presented by Polaris,”  said BITD Operations Manager Donald Jackson. “With exciting new activities like the UTV Night Race by Baja Designs and after being dormant for nearly a decade, the return of the Laughlin Leap by Fabtech for the Car/Truck/UTV community, I think this year’s event will be spectacular in all aspects. Our racer's talents and vehicles will be on display, as well as the entire Best In The Desert organization for everyone to enjoy. Our goal is to provide a great venue for fun family activities throughout the entire week in Laughlin.

The competition will be bracket style with jump-offs for the first two rounds and the third and final round determining the winner by longest distance. The “Laughlin Leap by Fabtech” is open to all classes but limited to 32 entries on a first come first serve basis. Brackets will be determined at registration through a random draw process. It will be similar to NCAAM basketball tournament brackets with winners advancing to the next round. Once the top eight finalists are determined, the contestants will take one final jump with the longest jump determining the winner. For bracket competition it doesn’t matter what class vehicles compete against each other; contestants will compete against the number drawn at registration.

“We are very proud to help bring this exciting event back”, said Fabtech CEO Dave Winner. “We are passionate enthusiasts and racers ourselves and since our company is dedicated to building the best suspension systems possible for off road enthusiasts, what could be a better fit. We look forward to seeing everyone in Laughlin.”

Bring your family and friends, and for a small donation to the Laughlin Chamber of Commerce, see the superstars of the sport showcase their talents and magnificent vehicles.

The “Laughlin Leap by Fabtech” will be held in the infield track section in the main pit area.  Staging is set for 6:30 pm Saturday night with competition starting at 7:00 pm. Safety suits and helmets required. Passengers are optional. Open to all Car, Truck and UTVs.

Entry forms can be found on the BITD website on the Method Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic by Polaris Event Info page.

FOR SERIES INFORMATION: Contact Liz Marshall at Best in the Desert at bitd@bitd.com or by calling 702-457-5775

FOR MARKETING/SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Scot Harden at scot.harden@harden-offroad.com or by calling 951-491-1819

Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic presented by Polaris Tentative Schedule of Events:

Wednesday, September  26

Draw day for Start Positions, have your entry form in by September 25th

Thursday, October 11

Time Trials

Method Race Wheels Welcome Party

UTV Registration, UTV Tech & Contingency UTV Driver's Meeting 4:30 PM

UTV Night Race

Friday, October  12

Tech & Contingency

 Saturday October 13 

Race Day - Laughlin Leap by Fabtech

Sunday October 14

Race Day - Awards Presentation - Harrah's Laughlin Convention Center

 Race fans have the chance to check out the race vehicles up close and see the latest racing and off-road accessories on display in contingency row.

Follow the action of the Lucas Oil Production Studios broadcasts of Best In The Desert events on the NBC Sports Network and MAVTV.

2018 Best In The Desert official sponsors: Ford Motor Company – Official Truck, General Tire – Official Tire, Lucas Oil Products – Official Oil, Sunoco Race Fuels – Official Fuel, Rugged Radios – Official Communications, Fabtech – Official Suspension, Polaris RZR – Official UTV, KC HiLiTES – Official Light, Beta Motorcycles – Official Motorcycle, Method Race Wheels, Tactical Recovery Equipment, Trophy Tractor, R-N-R Steel, Dicks Racing Suspension, Slime, McKenzies, Sportsman Cycle Sales, Fall Advertising and TrueTravel Dynamics.

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Further information is available at:  www.bitd.com

email: bitd@bitd.com - phone: (702) 457-5775

Media Contact:  www.fallads.com/bitd - email: mediabitd@fallads.com - russt@fallads.com - donaldf@fallads.com

Laughlin Leap racing photo provided by Steve August - Contingency photo provided by DirtFocus.

Important notice:  THE USE OF DRONES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED AT ANY BEST IN THE DESERT EVENT. Please be aware, Drones are VERY DANGEROUS to the safety of all concerned, both people in the air and on the ground.