Take a look at this, Memphis’ street-racing legend brings his beloved ZIPTIE Camaro to Bradenton — and it’s poised to shake up the small-tire war!
JJ Da Boss is no stranger to high-stakes, high-drama drag racing. Known for his fearless style, street-roots credibility, and ability to build and race for real, his latest move has the small-tire community buzzing: he’s bringing his longtime machine, the ZIPTIE Camaro, to the biggest small-tire event of the winter — the Wyotech Snowbird Outlaw Nationals at Bradenton Motorsports Park. According to early posts and social-media teasers, he’s “close to call” on entering it into full bracket competition, and when he does, the competition better watch out.
What We Know So Far
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On his official Facebook page, JJ posted a test session video showing the ZIPTIE Camaro out at a prior event.
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The car has built a reputation: forums and YouTube clips mention ZIPTIE as JJ’s longtime small-tire machine that he uses for serious competition.
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The phrase “close to call” appears in his social-media posts suggesting he’s weighing the decision to enter the ZIPTIE into the Snowbird ladder for the first time this year. (No official race entry list yet confirms it.)
Why This Matters
For the small-tire world, this is a big deal.
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JJ Da Boss entering ZIPTIE means one of the most experienced street-to-track racers is poised to challenge the elite bracket players.
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ZIPTIE’s entry would bring deeper visibility to the event — his followers know him, his story, his builds. That draws fan engagement, sponsor exposure, and media attention.
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The competition level at the Snowbirds is already savage. Turbo-foxes, nitrous Camaros, ProMod style builds, all hungry. When ZIPTIE shows up, it switches the dynamic.
What to Watch For
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Reaction time and first round consistency: JJ’s reputation suggests he can leave clean, but small-tire brackets punish even minor mistakes. Watch his 60-ft numbers.
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Tire and setup choices: ZIPTIE has been used in various formats. Will it run radials, full slicks, what compound? How will he adjust for the Bradenton surface?
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Bracket strategy: Does he commit to full head-up ladder? Or run provisional rounds to dial it in? His “close to call” status may reflect this internal decision.
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Media content rollout: Expect behind-the-scenes build stories, social posts, maybe a YouTube upload. That will fuel his brand and the event’s reach.
Possible Challenges
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Entering a marquee event with a new/modified setup always carries risk. Any unfamiliarity with the track, conditions or car behavior can cost rounds.
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Small-tire fields are deep. Veteran bracket shooters know the lane, know how to handle pressure, and know when to push vs. safe run.
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Sponsor pressure and expectations rise. When a name like JJ Da Boss enters, fans expect big performance — so any slip becomes magnified.
Final Thoughts
If JJ Da Boss chooses to field ZIPTIE at the Snowbird Nationals, it could be one of the defining stories of the small-tire season. It brings legacy, experience, risk, and high potential all together. Even the phrase “close to call” suggests it’s not just about showing up — it’s about making a statement.
For fans, tech-geeks, bracket racers, and even casual drag-race followers: keep your eyes on ZIPTIE.
When the tree drops and the boom hits the traps, this could be the moment where a familiar name pushes into new territory — and the small-tire war gets real.
