Street Outlaws Legends Hit the Track at Milan Dragway’s IHRA Promod Event

Hey everyone, welcome back to Street Outlaws Talks — your go-to source for everything happening in the world of outlaw racing. After a short lull in street racing news, we’ve got something worth talking about: several of our favorite Street Outlaws racers just hit the track at the IHRA Promod event at Milan Dragway, and things are heating up in a big way.

Let’s break down what’s happening and what it could mean for the future of no prep and outlaw racing.

Photo by Kye Kelley Racing

Street Outlaws Racers Take On IHRA Promod

Although the big spotlight usually shines on No Prep Kings, this time we’re turning our attention to Milan Dragway, where a few familiar faces from Street Outlaws showed up to compete under promod rules — and yes, the clocks were on.

Names like Kye Kelley, Cole Pez, Disco Dean, Larry Larson, and Robin Roberts were all spotted at the event. These are heavy hitters from the NPK world stepping out of their usual no-prep environment and taking on a more traditional style of drag racing. This shift gives us fans something we rarely get to see — real data on what these cars can do when the timers are live.

Tough Conditions, Serious Competition

Now let’s talk conditions — they weren’t ideal. With air density over 3,000 feet and water grains pushing past 120, the performance ceiling was naturally lower than usual. So while you probably won’t see any 3.50-second passes or low 60s from the steel-body cars, that doesn’t mean the show was lacking in power or excitement.

Most expectations hovered around mid to high 60s for the steel-bodied setups like those of Kye Kelley and Cole Pez, especially given that they were running under tighter promod regulations, not the more open rules of speed promotions or outlaw no prep.

Promod cars, on the other hand? No problem dipping into the low 60s range, even with the rough air.

Photo by Larry Jeffers Race Cars

Why the Clocks Matter

Let’s be honest — seeing these NPK cars with the clocks on is a rare treat. Most fans know the power is there, but without time slips, it’s always been a bit of a guessing game. Sure, seasoned racers can guesstimate what someone like Ryan Martin or Murder Nova is running based on track feel and finish line footage, but there’s nothing like seeing hard numbers.

While racers like Kye Kelley and Larry Larson have competed with clocks before, the times are still rarely made public. It leaves fans speculating — are they running high 60s? Low 70s? We’d love to know.

And truthfully, many racers don't seem to care about hiding the numbers anymore. Some are embracing it, and it’s refreshing. It gives us a deeper understanding of the capabilities of these cars and builds even more excitement around their matchups.

A Shift in the Future?

There’s been a growing buzz in the community lately — a sense that big tire no prep racing may be slowing down. Speed Promotions, one of the key players in the no prep scene, might even be shifting toward small tire racing as early as next season.

Photo by Mallory Elizabeth Photography

Why? Well, the interest is there. Small tire events bring their own flavor of excitement, unpredictability, and grassroots energy that’s been resonating with both drivers and fans. The format is more accessible, the fields are growing, and the drama is just as intense — if not more.

While nothing is confirmed yet, the writing might be on the wall. If that’s where things are heading, this Milan event could end up being one of the last big showcases for these iconic big tire machines before a new era begins.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re a fan of the old-school street action, NPK’s structured chaos, or these prepped track throwdowns with clocks-on honesty, one thing’s clear: these racers never stop bringing the heat. Milan Dragway gave us a glimpse into what these machines can really do under different rules and real track prep — and it did not disappoint.

We’ll be keeping a close eye on results and updates as they come in. Stay tuned to Street Outlaws Talks for more insights, analysis, and coverage of your favorite racers and events.

Let’s see if Kye, Cole, Disco, and the rest can turn some heads today. One thing’s for sure — when Street Outlaws hit the strip, it’s never boring.