From a press release issued by Proforma:

HAS/SHOGUN RACING BACK IN FULL FORCE AT VIRGINIA

HAS/Shogun Racing rider Heath Small will be back in action at Virginia International Raceway this weekend for Round 10 of the AMA Chevy Trucks U.S. Superbike Championship, after recovering from hand injuries sustained at the Pikes Peak Raceway round. Heath joins teammate John Haner, who has been flying the HAS/Shogun flag solo for the last four rounds.

Both riders took the opportunity to race in last weekend’s WERA regional event at V.I.R., and Heath was able to test his left hand in real racing conditions. “I’ve been riding dirt bikes for the last week or so, but it’s not the same as road racing. The WERA weekend went well. My hand’s a little sore, but it’s getting better all the time,” said Small. “I’m not trying to rush it, just take my time and get myself back up to speed after being off for three months.”

John, fresh off a sixth place finish in Superstock at Mid-Ohio, used the WERA event to try out new fork settings after having them serviced over the weekend. “The forks are way better, it makes the whole bike feel better,” said Haner, who is currently tenth in Superstock points and looking to move up. “There’s only 22 points between 6th and 10th place in points. With a good result this weekend I could move up a few spots in the standings, which would be good for next year.”