October 6, 2022 -- The 25th Anniversary dB Drag Racing World Finals, presented by Deaf Bonce, took place at the Owensboro Kentucky Convention Center during the weekend of October 1-2, 2022. The event was packed with non-stop competition all weekend long. Spectators were on site to watch in person and the event was Live Streamed on YouTube with thousands of viewers watching from around the world.
Over $10,000 in prizes were given away during the raffles all weekend. Competitors drove long distances to compete, and some came as far as California, Western Canada, Maine, Texas, and Minnesota. A few competitors and spectators flew in from Belgium, Greece, Brazil, and Germany to take part in the World Finals. All World Finalists received commemorative World Finals gear including a Duffel Bag sponsored by Crossfire, Jersey, Decal, Cap, Banner, Plaque, and other swag.
In addition to the swag, a Ground Zero Audio and SounDigital hospitality suite were open all weekend, and lunch was provided Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday night a competitor party and BBQ, sponsored by Ground Zero and SounDigital took place at a local brewery. The competitors got a chance to hang out, eat dinner, and mingle with some of the old-school car stereo guys in attendance at the Old School Meet-Up sponsored by Directronix.
The competition was fierce with Four World Records established at the event. The most notable World Record was established in the Extreme Class. Team Soundcheck scored a 185.2 dB and then backed it up with a 185.4 dB, making the new world record 185.2 dB. The score of 185.4 dB makes this the LOUDEST certified dB Drag Racing score in the WORLD. This is amazing and we want to congratulate the entire Soundcheck team for putting up such a huge score!
In addition to the Extreme record, Team Aintloud Sam established a record of 152 dB in Street Stock 1K. Team Directronix Dan beat his old record establishing a new record of 172.6 dB in Super Street NW. There was an exciting run in Super Street X and Team Crossfire Donteay established a new record of 167.8 dB.
Trophies for the event were sponsored by Sundown Audio. First through Third Place winners in 24 classes of the competition received an awesome 4 post trophy with first place checking in over 6 feet tall!
First-place winners will receive custom championship rings sponsored by Incriminator Audio. The winner has their choice of silver or silver with gold accents. The rings are custom-made and embossed with the competitor’s name and format of competition won.
Every year the dB Drag Racing Association awards points champion recognition. For 2022, three points champions were awarded custom World Finals leather jackets sponsored by DC Audio. The points leaders were: Moses Martinez for dB Drag Racing / Bass Race / Freestyle, Julius Mack Johnson III for Psychlone, and Team FX Jimbo for Top Dog.
The dBDRA recognized several teams and individuals for their contribution to growing the sport of dB Drag Racing. Moses Martinez was awarded Competitor of the Year for 2022. Moses traveled throughout the country this year to compete. He has such a friendly personality and is a fan favorite amongst many involved. Special recognitions went out to Julius Mack Johnson III, TN Bass Racers, Daniel Tate, Team Directronix, Team Crossfire, Team Soundcheck, Team Incriminator, and Team dB Revolution. The Best of Show award was presented to RP Patel of Team Soundcheck with the Extreme Van.
The grand finale of the event was the super popular Deathmatch exhibition, sponsored by FCBC. The top 4 loudest Super Street vehicles, at the finals, went head-to-head in a 5-minute average SPL competition. The doors and windows were rattling, and it was exciting to watch! The winner of Deathmatch this year was Beau Boren with Team Incriminator Audio with a 165.4 dB average for 5 minutes!
2022 dBDRA Champions:
Team Directronix Poptart - dB Drag Racing Street Stock 1K
Team Last Minute - dB Drag Racing Pro Stock 2K
Team Soundcheck Kenneth - dB Drag Racing Pro Stock 5K
Team Directronix Matt - dB Drag Racing Pro Stock Trunk 5K
Team Mach 1 - dB Drag Racing Pro Stock Wall 5K
Team Crossfire Eric - dB Drag Racing Pro Stock NL
Team Directronix Dan - dB Drag Racing Super Street NW
Team Soundcheck Butthurt Exp - dB Drag Racing Super Street 1-2
Gorman Cassidy - dB Drag Racing Super Street 3-4
Beau Boren - dB Drag Racing Super Street 5+
Team Crossfire Donteay - dB Drag Racing Super Street X
Team Soundcheck - dB Drag Racing Extreme NL
Audiodreamland Chris - Bass Race 120.0 dB to 129.9 dB
Team Directronix David - Bass Race 130.0 dB to 139.9 dB
Team Directronix Matt - Bass Race 140.0 dB to 149.9 dB
Team Fx Jimbo - Bass Race 150.0 dB to 159.9 dB
Team Fx Jimbo - Top Dog
Julius Mack Johnson III - Psychlone Demo No Wall
Team DC Lucas - Psychlone Demo Wall
DD Tank - Psychlone Demo Extreme
John Bennett - Freestyle Street Stock 1K
Team Crossfire Eric - Freestyle Pro Stock NL
Chad Flopbox Bleeke - Freestyle Pro Stock 5k
Team Fx Jimbo - Freestyle Super Street NL
The dB Drag Racing Association would like to thank everyone that participated in the event. This event is made possible by the competitors, judges, staff, sponsors, and spectators.
Judging Crew: Wyatte Meier, Doug Stockton, Jereme Creamer, Jeffrey Fernandez, Chet Teel, Andy Teuscher, Ray Choy, and Daren Narine.
Event Staff: Wayne Harris, Celise Harris, Malissa Creamer, Bethany Meier, and Dayna Fernandez
Sponsors:
- Deaf Bonce / Alphard Group (Presenting Sponsor)
- Incriminator Audio (Rings and Badges)
- Sundown Audio (Trophies)
- Ground Zero & SounDigital (Hospitality and Party)
- Crossfire Car Audio (Duffel Bags)
- XS Power (Power Sponsor)
- Directronix (Old School Meet Up)
- DC Audio (Points Champion & Show Sponsor)
- FCBC (Deathmatch)
- Term-LAB (SPL Meter)
– AAMP (Decal)
- Mel Valadez (Plaques)
Show Sponsors:
- Team Space 4 Bass, 20 Hz Labs, Shaker Trucking & Towing, Resilient Sounds, Kicker, Cerwin Vega
