DID YALL FORGET ABOUT ADAM PETTY TODAY?

Wasnt it on this day in 2000 that Adam Petty had his wreck?

Am I wrong ? Or is he really thought of today. I for one remember the day==== Any of yall remember the day?

updated by @johnny-mallonee: 12/05/16 04:00:58PM

No, Johnny I didn't forget. I still vividly remember sitting at my desk when the secretary "buzzed" me to tell me the boss's teenage son was on the phone. He had just heard the news on ESPN and called me to tell me. At first, I didn't believe it but then I knew the boy was always serious to a fault. That night when I got home and I heard it for myself, it was still like hearing it the first time.

I had, as had many, expected Adam to be the reincarnation of King Richard. He looked like him, had the famous Petty smile,and could obviously drive a race car. I still, to this day, can't describe the feelings I had for several weeks after Adam's death. I think Victory Junction was a fitting tribute to him, but now, I understand, that is no longer operated by the Petty Family.

So, yes, I remember. To this day I detest that New Hampshire track although deep down I know the track in not to blame. If there is blame, it should be on NASCAR's shoulders. NASCAR allowed Adam, Kenny Irwin, Blaze Alexander, Tony Roper to die from virtually the same injury. It was only when their "franchise", Dale, Sr. died, that NASCAR decided to do something, thus the SAFER Barrier and HANS device.This was a case, I think, where "better late than never" doesn't apply.

Thanks for the reminder Johnny.

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What a change! It's been awhile since I've checked in and I'm quite surprised. It may take me awhile to figure it our but first look it's really great.

First time I ever saw Adam, he was riding a "Big Wheel" at Kyle's house in High Point the first time I went there. Then, when I worked at Richmond in the 90s, Kyle came up with the Sabates car to film a Mello Yello tv commercial and let Adam take some laps in it. Seems like yesterday.

I did not associate the date, Johnny. R.I.P. Adam and may Pattie Petty find special comfort on Mother's Day.

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"Any Day is Good for Stock Car Racing"

Had to look it up, but Adam would heve been 3 going on 4 first time I spotted him on that "Big Wheel" at Kyle & Pattie's High Point house in early 1984.

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"Any Day is Good for Stock Car Racing"

Lets all just remember him as we remember him in our minds. he was a cut off the Richard block so to speak ..

I was always a Petty fan, so I was deeply saddened when I heard that he had been killed. It wasn't so much that I was hoping he would be a champion but that Richard and Kyle were too nice to have something like this happen. Kyle had disappointed me by not living up to the Petty legacy but Adam seemed more focused on the racing. Kyle has since redeemed himself in my eyes by speaking truthfully about the problems in NASCAR and by not relying on his father's legacy to get along.Unlike Tim, I don't blame NASCAR. Indycar and Formula One were already using the HANS device in 2000 (it was mandated in both series). It had been presented to all the NASCAR drivers and they didn't want it. People have to take personal responsibility for what happens to them instead of depending on someone to do it for them. I'm ultimately in favor of the government or sanctioning body looking out for the welfare of people, but if you have options you should take the initiative.Having been an amateur racer, I know that safety equipment is expensive and it's hard to choose between spending $300 on your safety or on the car. That's not a problem for multi-million dollar race teams. Fortunately, they seem to have gotten the message. All of the teams have good seats, good helmets and lots of extra equipment to keep them safe. At this point, all I could ask for is a dedicated medical team like Indycar has. Someone who knows all of the drivers personally is is accustomed to dealing with the commin injuries in auto racing.

R.I.P. Adam Petty...I do remember this day. My thoughts and prayers are with your Mom this Mother's Day and other family members and friends as well. ~Jan~