This time, the weather is on our side and the final round of the FMF Extreme Dirt Track ATVA Nationals in Paducah, Kentucky, will be run on a fast track under perfect conditions.

The race was rained out on its original date, September 23, and was rescheduled for October 7. This time, sunny skies, warm temperatures and hard work by promoter Steve Nace have combined to bring the track to near perfection.

"The track is in great shape," said Nace, who has been working the dirt with heavy equipment all week.

All riders who bought pit passes for the previous date will be allowed in free, provided they bring their wrist band with them.

Gates open at 8 a.m. on Friday, October 6. Practice is set to begin at 6 p.m. Friday.

Saturday morning, October 7, practice starts at 8 a.m. with heats and mains to follow. Pro and Pro-Am practice will be at 5:30 p.m., with heats and semis to follow. Pro, Pro-Am and other selected class main events will start at 7 p.m. All racing is scheduled for Saturday.

Sunday is reserved as a rain date — but the forecast calls for sunny skies and highs in the low 70s, so it looks like it won't be needed this time.

For more information call (270) 442-7532. Track phone Friday: (270) 898-7469. For directions, visit www.stevenaceracing.com

The track is located at 4445 Shemwel Lane, Paducah, Kentucky, 42003.