The Iron Shop Sponsors Driver in the All-Star Truck Series

BROOMALL, Pa., July 2, 2003—The Iron Shop is a proud sponsor of All-Star Truck Series driver Chris Varzal. Varzal, who is in his fourth year racing, has been involved in the sport for the past 17 years - primarily working in the Pits.

From a very young age, Varzal knew he wanted to race. “It was the Petty/Pearson crash that intrigued me. The cars crashed and were immobile. Whoever limped across the finish line first won the race,” said Varzal. “Pearson won. I knew from that moment on, I had to be a part of it.”

This season, Varzal will be racing in the 2003 Mid-Atlantic Series (a division in the All-Star Truck Series). During the series, Chris will make stops at Thompson International Speedway, Wall Township Speedway, Langley Speedway, Seekonk Speedbowl and Waterford Speedbowl. Chris may also run some races in the 2003 Northeast Series (also a division of the All-Star Truck Series).

Chris races a 2001 body-style Chevy Silverado with a GMC 108 chassis and 305 V8 engine. His car number is 12.

Chris earned a degree in communications and business administration from the County College of Morris. He also holds a degree from the Connecticut School of Broadcasting. Professionally, Chris restores antique cars.



While he is not racing, Chris enjoys riding his Harley Davidson, going to the beach and going out with friends to see bands play. His favorite food is filet mignon, favorite television show is The Sopranos, and favorite color is white.

When asked what his ultimate racing goal is, Chris responds, “getting behind the wheel of something that says NASCAR racecar on the fender.”

Chris who is originally from Chester, New Jersey, still resides there today.

The All-Star Race Truck Series, LLC is an affordable national racing series providing opportunity for its competitors, exposure to its sponsors, and full throttle entertainment for its fans.

The Iron Shop has a section on its website dedicated to Chris Varzal. Simply logon to www.TheIronShop.com and follow the NASCAR link. For more information about The Iron Shop or Chris Varzal call 1-800-523-7427, ext. PR-INT.

Since 1931, The Iron Shop has enjoyed a reputation for outstanding design and fabrication of custom-built spiral, curved and floating stairs. Today, The Iron Shop has grown to become the leading manufacturer of spiral stair kits, with over one hundred thousand satisfied customers worldwide. The Iron Shop's main plant and showroom located just outside Philadelphia, has five regional showroom/warehouse locations near Los Angeles, Tampa, Houston, Chicago and New York City.

for more information contact:
Joanna Puglisi-Barley
610-544-7100

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