[Lew Silverman]

Interesting observations, Chris! Good, bad or indifferent we are all ambassadors of the sport of Drag Racing. What little notice we get from "main-stream" America is usually something we don't need, like being confused with spoiled rich-kids crashing their Ferrari's and Lamborghini's.

I think the NHRA had a good idea when they started having PR events associated with that weeks race at non-automotive themed venues in the area. Letting everyone know how awesome drag racing is can only help bring more folks to the track, again and again. Maybe the sanctioning bodies (or your local tracks) can help us by developing some sort of program where "we" can go out and show the public what Sportsman Racing is all about! Would you be willing to donate an afternoon to the cause? Is there a local car show that we could set-up a display to invite other car folks to an event or Combo Race? Is there a local charity that has a program that we could leverage to make more folks aware?

It would take some effort, but I think it would be worth it! What do you think?