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Old 04-05-2021, 10:20 PM   #23
Gmirza
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Default Re: Big $$$ S/SS Races as a Business Model..Viable?

This is an interesting thread, I often wonder how the promoters of these events come up with the money to cover the payout. The big bracket races draw 300-500 cars and only have one class. Usually the entry fees are quite high or offer a weekend deal. You get one time run on the first day and then it’s all racing. Double entry and buy backs are common practice. I don’t think you will ever get that many stk/SS racers at an event, there are just many more bracket racers than class racers. I’m not a big supporter of buy backs, but they are an important part of this type of racing. It helps the track and promoter, and if you spent the money to get there, a second chance isn’t a bad thing. I think Ken has the right idea for class racers, an entry fee we are used to and a generous payout, along with a second chance race.
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