NHRA's Response - Summernationals

Ken Miele · 06-06-2013, 12:53 PM

Below is a email I received from NHRA. I don't usually repost emails, but since this email went out to all competitors at the Summernationals I figured it would be okay. I thought everyone would like to see NHRA's reason for the schedule and poor track conditions for the sportsmen.

It looks as we have made an impression with NHRA, and I would think David Barton was a big part of that. Hopefully they will see fit to wave the fine, given David's legitimate frustration over the track conditions.

"Dear Toyota NHRA Summernationals Competitors,

The NHRA would like to thank you for your participation in the Toyota NHRA Summernationals at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park.

Based on racer input the schedule was structured so competitors were not required to wait all day to complete their qualifying sessions or time trials. Competitors in Stock Eliminator and Super Gas ran in the morning while Super Comp and Super Stock ran in the afternoon. Unfortunately the outcome of this schedule modification did not produce the intended results. The running of like-type vehicles back-to-back created unrepairable bald spots despite our best efforts to repair the starting line damage.

In addition the schedule was structured so all Lucas Oil Drag Racing categories were eliminated down to the semi-finals going into Sunday. Our intentions were to provide sufficient time so we could parade and interview each winner on the return road. Completing all Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series finals prior to the finals of the Mello Yello and Pro Mod Drag Racing Series allowed us to complete winners circle in a timely manner and provide each of you an opportunity to arrive home at a reasonable time. This schedule adjustment appeared to be favorable to most racers and therefore plan on continuing this format at the upcoming National Events.

Again, thank you for your participation and support of NHRA Championship Drag Racing. We look forward to seeing you at your next NHRA event."

06-06-2013, 12:53 PM	#1
Ken Miele Live Reporter Join Date: Dec 2000 Posts: 4,862 Likes: 456 Liked 16,558 Times in 1,523 Posts	NHRA's Response - Summernationals Below is a email I received from NHRA. I don't usually repost emails, but since this email went out to all competitors at the Summernationals I figured it would be okay. I thought everyone would like to see NHRA's reason for the schedule and poor track conditions for the sportsmen. It looks as we have made an impression with NHRA, and I would think David Barton was a big part of that. Hopefully they will see fit to wave the fine, given David's legitimate frustration over the track conditions. "Dear Toyota NHRA Summernationals Competitors, The NHRA would like to thank you for your participation in the Toyota NHRA Summernationals at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park. Based on racer input the schedule was structured so competitors were not required to wait all day to complete their qualifying sessions or time trials. Competitors in Stock Eliminator and Super Gas ran in the morning while Super Comp and Super Stock ran in the afternoon. Unfortunately the outcome of this schedule modification did not produce the intended results. The running of like-type vehicles back-to-back created unrepairable bald spots despite our best efforts to repair the starting line damage. In addition the schedule was structured so all Lucas Oil Drag Racing categories were eliminated down to the semi-finals going into Sunday. Our intentions were to provide sufficient time so we could parade and interview each winner on the return road. Completing all Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series finals prior to the finals of the Mello Yello and Pro Mod Drag Racing Series allowed us to complete winners circle in a timely manner and provide each of you an opportunity to arrive home at a reasonable time. This schedule adjustment appeared to be favorable to most racers and therefore plan on continuing this format at the upcoming National Events. Again, thank you for your participation and support of NHRA Championship Drag Racing. We look forward to seeing you at your next NHRA event."