The Future (2010) of Vintage Racing at the Rock
Vintage Oval and Road Course Racing
There is also the opportunity to get some vintage road racing cars on the road course.
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Vintage Oval and Road Course Racing
There is also the opportunity to get some vintage road racing cars on the road course.
The Future (2010) of Vintage Racing at the Rock
Vintage Oval and Road Course Racing
I agree with you, Bobby. I think getting a Rockingham trophy would be a good prize. Bobby Williamson said:
I know this sounds crazy, but money may not be the best idea as a vintage prize. If one wants to race for money, there's a lot of opportunities already out there.
The Future (2010) of Vintage Racing at the Rock
Vintage Oval and Road Course Racing
Yea Jim, I was thinking about your club when I mentioned to Andy that there needs to be an exhibition option...and a racing option. He came up with what I think is a grand idea. It's kind of like bracket racing that the drag cars do. Send out 4 cars at a time with transponders on them...the car that runs the closest to their set time wins...no mater how fast they run. Adds a new wrinkle to just exhibition...and gives a competitive opportunity without the risks of racing...tearing up cars...and getting someone in the stands..or on the track hurt. Jim Wilmore said:
Jeff, I'm going to give it some thought before replying with too much but I will say that the CapeFear-CARS is a dirt track racing club. Not to say that any one of the members won't switch over to asphalt tires but it's unlikely the majority will to run races. However, we are always up for some exhibition laps and display.
Since our club neither races for money or trophies I will not form an opinion on this.
My advice is too contact every club to get your answers since many members may not be using the internet.
The Future (2010) of Vintage Racing at the Rock
Vintage Oval and Road Course Racing
Andy Hillenberg is considering allowing us to participate in several racing events at Rockingham and the "Little Rock" this coming year Beginning with another exhibition on May 15th. On the Little rock track there are opportunities for further exhibitions and possibly some actual racing among vintage entries.There are a total of 17 events scheduled for Little Rock. Here are some possibilities...I need your input.1. We could bring a different club to the Little Rock each week and be part of the show.2. Our participation could be exhibition only...if that is what the club desires...and/or the safety considerations of the cars dictate.3. We could have mixed club participation with a variety of exhibition type events and racing4. There is the possibility of an all vintage event later in the year.Andy has some unique vintage exhibition ideas that I think would add to the show...I'll explain later.I need to know what you...the vintage folks expect....money...trophies. What is an acceptable entry fee?And we would need to guarantee a minimum of 10 cars per show.Lets start a discussion here. Spread the word. Get the folks from other chat rooms, message boards over here sop we can nail this down.This is the opportunity we've been wanting...lets work together and make it happen. think of it. Rockingham with a regular Vintage show!
updated by @jeff-gilder: 12/05/16 04:07:53PM
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A great, great race!!! Very exciting and enjoyable. Charles was headed for an even better finish had he not gotten into that deal there near the end. Jerry, I was in the same Suite with your Mom and Dad and didn't realize it until Charles got into that wreck.Jeff
Geoff Bodine is Eligable to run the BUD SHOOOUT
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Right on, Pete....don't be surprised. Pete Banchoff said:
From the way it reads, Pearson, Petty, Yarborough, A.J, Mario Andretti, Bobby Allison... could get a car and run. It's another P.R move by nascrap to get some attention. Maybe next will be a special invitation to future champion and race winner Danica for her contributions to this dying series.
Geoff Bodine is Eligable to run the BUD SHOOOUT
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NASCAR Cup NewsNASCAR Changes Bud Shootout EligibilityWritten by Andrew McClellanThursday, 24 December 2009 19:07Under the new rules declared by NASCAR, Joey Logano is eligible for the Budweiser Shootout for being the 2009 Raybestos Rookie of the Year. Max Dolder Photo/HardcoreRaceFans.comNASCAR has again changed the egilibility requirements for the Budweiser Shootout, announcing Wednesday the new changes will be in effect for the 32nd annual edition of the season opening event set for Saturday, February 6, 2010 at the Daytona International Speedway.Under the new rules, all twelve Chase contenders from last season, former Cup Series champs, former Budweiser Shootout winners as well as past Daytona 500 and Coke Zero 400 champions along with the reigning Raybestos Rookie of the Year are eligible to compete in the Budweiser Shootout.Were always looking at ways to make this event bigger and better for our fans and we believe the new format for the Budweiser Shootout puts together an exceptionally strong lineup of our top drivers, said Robin Pemberton, NASCAR Vice President of Competition. In our discussions with the track, we thought by placing an additional emphasis on the drivers who had performed well at Daytona over the years would create an even more compelling element for the fans to get excited about at the beginning of the season.The rule change is a Christmas present for many drivers and hardcore race fans alike, opening the door for Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kyle Busch, Kevin Harvick, Matt Kenseth, Bill Elliott, Bobby Labonte, Terry Labonte, Ken Schrader, Derrike Cope, Sterling Marlin, John Andretti, Jamie McMurray,Jeff Burton, Michael Waltrip and Joey Logano to race in the 2010 Budweiser Shootout.The 2010 Budweiser Shootout will be held at Daytona International Speedway on February 6th. Jay Pennell Photo/HardcoreRaceFans.comThe Budweiser Shootout began as an exclusive event for the previous seasons pole winners and later expanded to also include past Budweiser Shootout winners and former NASCAR Cup champions.
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Joe, that pleases me to know ur thinkin about me...lol. Joe Riddle said:
Bobby ??? I have to disagree. After I've been on RR for a while, all I see when
I lay down an shut my eyes is Jeff's head..... lol