Nhra strikes again - must read for stk/ss at ned nat event

[mykids]

Not to start a big deal however -- I received a phone call this AM from a reliable source who told me that NHRA has invited 10-15 X275 car's to run on Friday/Saturday June 2/3 at the National Event at New England Dragway in Epping NH - I am not sure of the details and wondering if something similar may be happening at the Gator's or any other National Event -- I know we need fresh blood in the sport however is this what was the plan when the car count for Stock & Super Stock was reduced - I am just curious if anyone else has heard anything along this same line -

[B Aceves]

https://dragillustrated.com/shannon-...ra-appearance/

Well here you go !!

[GrapeApe7575]

Originally Posted by B Aceves

https://dragillustrated.com/shannon-...ra-appearance/

Well here you go !!

She wants a Wally....WHY NOT! They give them out at Walmart now for buying a 12pk of Monster Energy Drink don't they? I know they gave them out at my home track this past weekend for a Summit race so why not these quasi street racers. The planet is on a new axis my friends.

[MEXJOE]

Let me see here now.. I have to ask myself what it is I am missing here.

I for one, as well as most of you here have spent the better part of my life racing stock.

I love the racing the people and being around racers I have watched for years and new comers as well.

We all for the most part have seen things we may, or may not approve of in regards to all sorts of things that happen in racing. I think that keeps it interesting.


However, after spending countless hours & dollars pouring a driving passion in to our class racing.

I find it disheartening to be put on a 65 or so, car quota and needing to have the appropriate amount of "grade points" to attend a national event,
only to have the, top folks in charge, "invite" a few "other racers" to attend.

It seems to be a bit of a slap in the face to the faithful disciples of stock and super stock racing as well as all the other sportsman class racers.

[Jim Hanig]

So, Glen whats new.

[MEXJOE]

Originally Posted by Jim Hanig

So, Glen whats new.

Well... nothing.

[Alan Roehrich]

Originally Posted by B Aceves

https://dragillustrated.com/shannon-...ra-appearance/

Well here you go !!

Well, isn't that just special?

[MR DERBY CITY]

Originally Posted by B Aceves

https://dragillustrated.com/shannon-...ra-appearance/

Well here you go !!

As sgt. Shultz would say,....VERY INTERESTING....seems as though the marketing boys at NHRA are grasping at straws ......

[Bryan Worner]

I'm sure they won't have quality paved pit spaces saved for them and will be parking in the dirt and grass with the rest of the "paying" sportsman racers!!! Oh, wait, I'm sure it will be the exact opposite! This is NHRA!

[Mile High]

Originally Posted by Mile High View Post
Here's an idea for promoting sportsman racing.

Instead of stacking for days before the race to get that "great" pit spot have NHRA arrange with large parking lots ( shopping malls, Walmart, Home Depot, Lowe's etc.) to show off your cars. Have a sign up sheet so they would know who is available. NHRA would then reserve pit space near the pro's for those that participated. Also while showing off the cars the racers could hand out discount coupons. This would get the cars and racers in front off the public. And with their commercials promote these car shows.

Jeff
NHRA had tech in store parking lots and malls at least throughout the 70's.Why they stopped, not sure.
More super tracks with more room, possibly?
Problem today is with the size of the rigs, and everybody wanting preferred parking.
First rig numbered at the mall would also have to be the first to leave for the track, in order to maintain that sequence.
Only guy that I know that could handle it another way, is Redman.
Unfortunately, we know the story there.

Mark
Doing this would take the cars to the people and not cost them (spectators) a thing. Who knows maybe the nearby businesses would give some perks to the racers showing their cars and bringing in the extra traffic. Got to set the hook first. Maybe 6 or so cars whatever the parking lot and pits near the Pros can handle. I think it can be done.

Jeff