Small-tire, no-time drag racing continues to surge in popularity, with high-stakes events offering payouts up to $200,000. Fans are eager to catch all the action without paying for content they may not consistently follow.
Ticklefitz has transformed how fans experience small-tire drag racing by providing free live coverage through phones and desktops. Viewers do not have to pay or join anything to access the content.
Founded by Houston-area content creator Josh Brannon, Ticklefitz operates solely on viewer donations. Brannon aims to connect fans with the thrill of no-time racing, stating, “I just want to bring our style of drag racing to people who otherwise wouldn’t have the chance to witness it.”
Brannon manages race day operations, serving as owner, cameraman, announcer, and trackside talent, delivering 1080p footage across multiple social media platforms. Rick Smith, known as “Big Chief Rick,” handles technical operations and directs streams to Twitch, Facebook, and YouTube.
In 2024, Joseph Foster—known as “Cactus ya-ya”—joined the team, bringing experience as an ex-NASCAR journalist and video editor. “Hey, there came a time when NASCAR just wasn’t cool anymore,” Foster said of his transition to small-tire racing.
The trio produces broadcasts that not only showcase racing but also capture the personalities, drama, and negotiations at the heart of the sport. Their style brings to mind a mix of WWE and UFC amid high-stakes action every Saturday night.
Fans should mark their calendars for Big Jake’s March Mania 5, taking place March 28–29 at Xtreme Raceway Park in Ferris, Texas. “If you want to see grown men going at each other’s throats for 10K, 25K, or even 100K single-pass races, Big Jake’s is the place to be,” Foster said.
Small-tire racing has attracted renowned NPK racers like Ryan Martin and Daddy Dave Comstock, who have modified pro-mod vehicles into small-tire contenders. Ticklefitz focuses on bringing fans to the front lines, featuring close-up views as methanol-fed cars launch off the line.
At March Mania 5, standout cars include Justin Swanstrom’s 1969 Camaro SS, which features a powerful Noonan 4.9 Gen 2 Hemi. Menscer Motorsports will also be on hand to optimize suspension setups for the Swan Gang team.
Join Ticklefitz at Xtreme Raceway Park from March 28–29 for Big Jake’s March Mania 5, where fans can experience the raw, unfiltered thrill of drag racing.
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