Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

Hey Tony

have not seen any post from him lately.

Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

you really should try to make them two races a weekend ,up here inthe buffalo /southern ontario we do that with the tnt super series and it seem to draw more cars.

Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

I beleive down south they have 1/8th mile 5.0, 6.0, and 7.0 racing like this. Seems to work there.

Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

yes they do jeff but there are no throttles stops allowed in those classes

Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

Hey Guys:

Trails has been running a pretty good Super Series program but it maybe coming to an end in 2009. Layton and a group of racers had a meeting a couple months ago to discuss the issues. One of the main concerns is the track conditions. This has been an issue for quite a while but I say for the first time in a long time, 2008 was probably one of the best years for our car but don't know about anybody elses. If they don't get the car count, then the program is going to be eliminated. These are the issues that they have run into:

1) Scheduling interference with division and national events
2) Track conditions
3) Too long of down time between classes
4) Changing the roll out

This is the only track locally in Ohio that runs throttle stop races for practice for upcoming division or national events. I do believe the interference of schedules is a big factor. They run this program for almost 5 straight weeks beginning in May through early June. What they are going to try to do is run the program for 4 races and if they do not get the revenue through the gate, the program will be pulled.

As for the roll-out, if Trails does change it, then our Super Gas racing is out the door. Rick finally was able to finish in the top 2 in 2008 and so very proud of him. The car is pretty nose heavy right now, almost 2980 1b car. The roll out is changed in division and national events so we are zeroed out in the box already. The best we can do right now is is a mid teen to low 20's. Some of the guys were complaining because they were always cutting red lights and their cars are 700 1bs lighter than ours. Wouldn't that be adding a little bit to the box? I know we can't.

You guys that run these events, you need to let your buddies know what is going on. I would hate to see this program go away. I know Trails has had a reputation of a slick track and a pretty rough left lane, but they actually used traction compound this year during the series.

Hope everybody has a great year and talk to you soon.

Ruthie Bailey

Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

Count me in this year ,, if there are no conflicts with Div. / Nationals .

As far as Trails Super Series ,,,,, I hve ran it in the past and I had a great time ( even with Tom Diamond there :) ,,,,,I did go one time last year but couldn't get down the track and we all know the left lane is another story !! -- I will give it a try again this year , but if the track is not up to par , I will not return the 2nd time .

Colorful Racer

Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

You think the track is slick, you should fall thru the suddenly missing grand stands the racers use to sit in!

Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

I was there when that happened...actually at another racers trailer that wasn't too far from there. We were wondering what all the commotion was about.

Whatever happened with that? I'm sure there was a lawsuit? What did NHRA do, simply take the grandstands down rather than fix them?

Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

As this is my first post here, allow me to introduce myself.

I am Christopher Stilwell and I am the Facility Operations Manager at National Trail Raceway, starting in the position before the 2008 racing season. I also am a licensed NHRA Super Comp and ET racer, but this position and my brother ability to drive as well doesn't give me the chance to race as I would like. I am posting to inform you all about the 2009 Jegs Super Series at the track.

After meeting with several Super Series racers after the season, General Manager Jim Layton and our crew have listened to several thoughts about the series and are looking to make the series better for everyone. Below are a couple of points that have been addresses.

1. Schedule: The 2009 schedule for NTR is preliminary and posted on the website. The Super Series events have been placed in order for those to take advantage of practicing before several NHRA National and Divisional event in Ohio.

#1 - June 20th
#2 - June 21st (Weekend before NHRA National Event @ SREMP)
#3 - July 18th (Weekend before NHRA LODRS event @ NTR)
#4 - September 12th
#5 - September 13th (Before the Jegs Northern Sportsnationals @ NTR)
#6 - October 4th (Final points event)

These events have very minimum conflict with NHRA or IHRA National or Divisional events around the area. We also will have a points series in all three Super Series classes. Different this season is that each racer will claim their best five of the six scheduled events.

2. Time Constraits: One of the major issues raised was the amount of time it takes on Sundays for our races to conclude. It was determined that for at least the Super Series classes, on June 21st and September 13th, they will only have one time trial before eliminations. This will cut the time it takes to run the event and make the drive back for racers, and track employees alike, easier.

3. Track Conditions: The beginning Super Series event was on a "green" track at the start of the season. Those at the meeting said the track was better than ever throughout the rest of the season. It is our goal to have the best track possible every time a car stages and we will continue to do so.

4. Rollout: At the track, I also setup the classes into the computer which includes rollout. The setup for our Super Series in the computer is the same as that setup by NHRA for the Divisional and the Sportsnationals. We will evaluate the entire starting system for possible problems before the 2009 season begins.

I'm sorry for the long post, but this information may help those that are looking for other places to race .90 series classes that are not Divisionals and Nationals. Following the 4th event of the season, the Super Series at NTR will be re-evaluated for the future. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to PM me here on CLASS RACER. I appreciate any thoughts.

Have a safe and productive winter and success on the track in 2009.

Re: Ohio based "90 series"?
 

For the past couple years I have supported 90 racing at Columbus as much as possible. I think it's great that NTR gives us another place to race. I would greatly enjoy entering your points program ,however, in the past I have encountered scheduling problems and have not been able to do so. This year appears to be no different. Your June 20 & 21 weekend is scheduled the same weekend as an IHRA sportsman national and 2 division events in Byron, IL. Your July 18 date is on top of the IHRA Canadian Nationals and the September 12 & 13 date is on top of the NHRA D5 event in Earlville. For any racers attempting to make the IHRA Tournament of Champions, and are located north of NTR, Byron and Grand Bend are about as close as it gets! Same goes for Earlville as an NHRA out of division claim. I hardly call this "very minimal conflict". I know this is just my case and maybe most of your potential customers won't be chasing the IHRA, I just wanted to point this out. I would love to be able to run your points program.

PS: the track has always been good for me!