IHRA race at SGMP

[Mike Pearson]

Typically the Pro Am races are 1/8th mile. On rare occasion they will run 1/4th mile. Bradenton has run 1/4th Mile in the past but that has been a few years ago. I think its really up to the track to make the call if they have the ability to run 1/4th mile. The race at SGMP could be a good turn out for an IHRA event if some of the NHRA regulars attend. They run each race to completion in one day. Saturday will have 2 qualifying runs and go right into eliminations. With it being a one day race to completion time is of the essence. With a large turn out the race can run into the wee hours of the morning. 1/4 mile racing will take more time so that might be a factor in the decision.

[HR9121]

Josh Peake posted on Facebook that all D2 races are 1/8 mile. There's the answer.....

[Mike Pearson]

Originally Posted by HR9121

Josh Peake posted on Facebook that all D2 races are 1/8 mile. There's the answer.....

Are Ya coming!! They are fun races.

[HR9121]

Originally Posted by Mike Pearson

Are Ya coming!! They are fun races.

I plan to Mike, we're in the logging business and the winter has not been kind to me. I've spent more time looking for suitable ground this year more than ever. If the things don't dry up some it may be a while before I go any where. I didn't make any IHRA races last year but hope to do some this year.

[Mike Pearson]

Originally Posted by HR9121

I plan to Mike, we're in the logging business and the winter has not been kind to me. I've spent more time looking for suitable ground this year more than ever. If the things don't dry up some it may be a while before I go any where. I didn't make any IHRA races last year but hope to do some this year.

I hope to see you there. If you haven't been to Immolalee it's a fun race and the track is good. Very friendly track operator and personnel. I will be down sometime on Friday afternoon.

[Jim Wahl]

Yup, I was wrong! All D2 races WILL be 1/8 mile. Makes no sense but the powers that be have made the decision. Orlando and SGMP are two of the finest 1/4 mile facilities in the country and they (IHRA) want to run 1/8 mile at them! I know for a fact that Ozzy and Wade do not agree with this! Please let Josh Peake (D2 DD) know how you feel about this. (803) 465-5575. jpeake@ihra.com

[HR9121]

I think all the legitimacy they gained by putting an IHRA flag on these tracks they just lost by running these races 1/8 mile, just my opinion. They could've gained some customers by running this race 1/4 mile, especially so close in front of Gainesville. I got to admit it puts a sour taste in my mouth, as bad as I want to pull for them they continue to give me reasons not to.....