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Well they just said we're going in in about 20 min !

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This is a tuff deal for you folks. The Storm has been upgraded to a Hurricane now and the computer models are becoming more identical bringing the storm inland just south of DC. You folks work hard to do this stuff as well as plan your racing schedule. I was there in the mid to late 90s when the whole lower pit area and the last 5-600 feet of the shutdown area was under water (I was lucky to be parked on the hill behind the tech barn). Then another time a few years later parked in the grass, I stepped out of the trailer into a 5-6 inch river. Even if they can get the race in, the fun level is way down... AND THE OVER ALL AGGRAVATION LEVEL IS WAY UP! Driving through a mud hole here and a mud hole there. And small portions of those mud holes do make it to the lanes, starting line, and down track! It's just my opinion that they should call this week, it could save a lot of blood pressure medication. Reschedule or carry over to next week with a "leave your stuff here free pass" if you're on the property. This event is a big deal to racers...there's plenty of drama and aggravation from a lost round, or car issue, even with beautiful skies. YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO MAXIMIZE YOUR ENJOYMENT...and not sit in the rain IMO

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Just like trying to eat a soup sandwich and not get any of it on yourself

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From your resident weatherman Jeff; Joaquin or whatever that thing is (Hurricanes should be ladies names) Looks like that thing will go into the area yall are in. Or worse, turn westerly when it goes in and put the race location on the north and east quadrant of the system which is the wind and water side of the storm. I think yall are in trouble for this race. I don't know how well the track dries out, but looks like lots of rain. All the models are going the same direction now, just how much water is in the thing. Good Luck

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You are certainly entitled to your opinion but at the same time you're pissin' on our wheaties .A little positive thinking goes a long way ...............I'm glad to be here - even in the rain i'll make the best of a bad situation ! ! !

Re: Live from Reading, Pennsylvania - NHRA Keystone National
 

Just talked to Bob Cupp. He said the sun is out and they are parking.

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Weather has always had a significant impact on the sport we all love be it racing or spectating. Weather can/will make you go fast or send you home. We can not control or even predict 100% what mother nature will do.
Its up to us to choose the best option for our individual situation.
MB

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Call me crazy, but I heard rigs are moving in!!

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Tim ! GEEEEEZ ! You tryin to run everybody off ? You just said Cupp told you that . Bagley's with him, better check on a confirmation LOL!! ----- You boys be safe up there and I know you'll have a good time rain or shine...... :-)

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Best of luck to all...Good thoughts to getting the race in without too much bull****.

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2:30 update - things are going smoothly here - parking has almost everyone in and I must say that the NHRA parking staff are being very gratious to each racers needs .That said there haven't been incidents so far of rigs being or getting stuck .I've seen one or two areas that are being avoided because they are soft but for the most part the ground is rock solid .

Tech has been open most of the day and is moving right along with no holdups there or in the ticket trailer.

Tomorrow is starting to look much better as they say only 20% chance of the wet stuff .

Later ....

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the problem is the forecast for next weekend is not promising either

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Parking was set to start at 10am and I got here at 8:45 only to see my line already moving! Hopped in the truck and got parked with no problem, smooth tech in the lanes, and even got to wax the car. Sun was out a little and never rained. I think it misted once. I think they will get this race in and the fact that about 100 cars dropped out should make things move along pretty quickly even with any rain delay, should that happen.

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From someone who studied meteorology in college, any forecast for more than 3 days into the future has a diminished accuracy probability, and that probability diminishes even more as the forecast range increases. At this point, a forecast for next weekend shouldn't be taken literally.

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I hear you Bill,, but in the interest of fairness,, I'm assuming college was a few years back and forecasting has come a long ways in the last couple decades. I hope theres no problems for those racers already parked, but the potential for some rigs getting blown around does exist. We've all seen campgrounds, racetracks, etc, get hit by storms and have seen awnings ripped off or worse! I'll keep my fingers crossed for all from out here on the "left coast". Take care,, my friend.
Danny Durham

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Exactly right. It's Chaos Theory. There are infinitely too many variables involved, and even the absolute tiniest of error in the initial assumptions multiple over time exponentially.

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Danny you are right, when I was in college, meteorology was in its infancy. The current computer guidance and associated technology didn't exist when I was studying. However, I stay current and up to date on all of the new technology because I have always been fascinated by the weather. Believe me a forecast for 7-10 days into the future has a very low degree of accuracy. Take care my friend, I hope that you are doing well.

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Well said Michael, very well said.

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The problem is we have two many weather men on this site. If you don't want to race stay home. If you don't race don't comment. The racers here ready to go racing. Thanks again for the short field and better pit spots.

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A forecast for later the same day should not be taken literally.

Jim

Re: Live from Reading, Pennsylvania - NHRA Keystone National
 

I vote for Bob Bender for President ! Well said .

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That's what I say too Mr Bender, I towed 7 hours last weekend and I'm pretty sure most of my buddies thought I was nuts(I am, but that's beside the point) but if they were going to race I was going to be there! Good luck to y'all, hope you get it in and all of us in the North Carolina will try and slow it down for you.

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Cooter
I was there with ya.

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Bob I am with you on this !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 100% Wimpy

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Good morning all - as I sit here having my morning cup of tea I'm looking out at yuk .Just plain crappy out there this AM - slight drizzle with some breeze and a very chilly 56 degrees .I really hate to start the day out with not so good news but it is what it is .

Today we were to start out at 9 am with Stock but I'm pretty positive thats not going to happen .And the Sportsman were to to get three hits for a change - at this point we'll be lucky to get one after they dry the joint out .As for the Stock field - I can't remember them ever having 46 cars at the Keystones - even during the Recession .

On top of all that is the fact that the TV reception is terrible this week - whats one to do ?Maybe get the gang together and play cards or scrabble or some board games - it really shows just how bored everyone is ............We are getting old for sure - years ago we'd head out to a Gentlemans Club or a bar or ??? Hmmmmmmm...........Today its Monopoly and a diet Coke with some Triscuit and sliced cheese .

Back in a bit ....

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That's funny but kind of sad

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No Klondike bars??

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8:15 update - things were looking up around 7 and jets , vacumns and sweepers got on the track and had things moving but a few minutes ago it started making down again and all the machinery was sent back to the pits .............

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Maple Grove Raceway addresses weather forecast

Tuesday September 29, 2015 12:01 AM
Reading Eagle

Maple Grove Raceway officials issued the following statement today about this week's NHRA Keystone Nationals and the forecast of rainy weather:
"We at Maple Grove have been fielding numerous calls regarding the weather for this coming weekend during the NHRA Keystone Nationals. Every effort will be made to complete the entire event. We will evaluate each day, based on the 'day of weather.'



"NHRA and Maple Grove take great pride in making a 100 percent effort to achieve great performance levels and to take care of our fans.
"For NHRA's Rain Policy go to www.maplegroveraceway.com. At the top of the homepage click on the Fan Info tag and click on the NHRA National Event Ticket Exchange Policy.
"Please check daily on our Facebook page and our website for updates. We will also send out email blasts daily pertaining to current weather conditions and to keep our fans informed."


- See more at: http://www.readingeagle.com/sports/a....cPUskMUV.dpuf


Rock on guys, good luck. May see you next week. Phish

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No Klondikes but some great Turkey Hill Black Raspberry in stock this weekend ....

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gentlemens club

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11 am update - Several times this morning they got close to drying the place but the showers ( mostly misting ) keep coming back - its still chilly and no Sun but we're hopeful . Meanwhile folks are sitting around watching 'the price is right '.......The NHRA Safety Safari guys and gals are trying very hard and are back again on the track .

Re: Live from Reading, Pennsylvania - NHRA Keystone National
 

any qualifying yet just saw your post thanks

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Nothing - nada - zip - zero .Not one car has gone down the track ..............

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Thanks jack maybe ya'll can get something in

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Hopefully they get Q1 in for all the Sportsman.

Here's the radar for Reading.
http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/pen...r-radar?play=1

Looks like it may pass just to the south of you guys.
Hope so.

Re: Live from Reading, Pennsylvania - NHRA Keystone National
 

Sure hope the weather takes a turn for the good for you guys.
Good Luck and Stay Safe!

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X2
and thanks to Jack (and everyone), as always, for the live report.

Mike A114
P/SA

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1:15 update - we still have a drizzle going on at this hour - all drying efforts have ceased but that could change at any time - meanwhile its TV time and unless you have Satelite its afternoon soaps for sure ..............

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Why does the Safety Safari employee on the 4 wheeler in post 72 have a snow plow on the 4 wheeler? Or is that a squeegee attachment?

They also look pretty silly with the helmets. I think that most people who are using a wheeler for work and slow operation surely don't need a helmet on. Even if they are on the safety safari.