Big sportsman payout increase at IHRA National Events

[Ven302]

Considering the economic times and all the excuses we have been given for reducing payouts, increasing entry fees etc etc. The IHRA group at least deserves a pat on the back ( and consideration) for realizing they were going the wrong way and doing something about it. I know I will consider them when making travel plans. I went to the race in Grand Bend last year and had a great time, won nothing but did enjoy the effort put forth by both the track and IHRA. Both did a spectacular job! This is just one more positive with the new ownership and I will probably try to get to a couple of their races just to show support.

This is nothing but good news.

[ChevyII]

Venice, hear hear..

Raising the payouts is great for the sport because as long as I can remember the "N" payouts have remained the same for ever.

Mike

[Ed Carpenter]

I don't know why tracks don't give away tickets. Have them at all the parts stores etc. Then when the people come they all have to eat,drink etc. They will buy shirts etc. Look at it this way you can't lose they weren't going to come anyway. Most of the divisionals I've went to since 2006 there is NO ONE in the stands unless you count the stockers guys watching SS. Just a thought.......

[Mike Jones]

Originally Posted by deuces wild

I don't know why tracks don't give away tickets. Have them at all the parts stores etc. Then when the people come they all have to eat,drink etc. They will buy shirts etc. Look at it this way you can't lose they weren't going to come anyway. Most of the divisionals I've went to since 2006 there is NO ONE in the stands unless you count the stockers guys watching SS. Just a thought.......

Ed,
Poor attendance at D1 LODRS as well...
Does any Division see good numbers at these events?


Mike A114 P/SA

[Dave Turner]

Originally Posted by Newine

Ed,
Poor attendance at D1 LODRS as well...
Does any Division see good numbers at these events?


Mike A114 P/SA

Norwalk comes to mind.

[John Nechiporchik]

I am pleased the IHRA has stepped up their purse structure AND re-instated the Sportsman categories to their "National " events. This action indicates an organization with leadership that is not afraid to tap into past successes and marry those with a go forward strategy to create a model that fits the present economic and demographic make-up of racers and spectators.
It was not long ago that the IHRA National events at Milan, Martin, Grand Bend( probably others) had crowds five deep at the fences to watch the Fuelers and Pro Stock qualifying and racing action. The stands were packed and the pits were chaotic....but awesome! The Stock/ Super Stock fields were healthy. Hopefully, we can move towards that excitement level again.
We were all waiting to see what the new team at IHRA had planned. Now we are getting a look at their thinking and it appears to be in the right direction for drag racing as a whole.
As indicated in some other posts, it is incumbent on the racers to come to the table and support these efforts by attending these races. If we don't, we'll be cranking out posts on various websites complaining about how IHRA failed.
Personally, I have raced in IHRA divisionals, nationals and NHRA divisionals only. I like racing in both organizations and will prepare my 2015 schedule to participate in both where practical.
I wish IHRA great success as they take positive steps to move forward.
As this week is Thanksgiving, I say thanks for being able to race and make the choices we desire.
Happy Thanksgiving to all on the Class Racer forum.

John

[Jim Kaekel]

Originally Posted by John Nechiporchik

I am pleased the IHRA has stepped up their purse structure AND re-instated the Sportsman categories to their "National " events. This action indicates an organization with leadership that is not afraid to tap into past successes and marry those with a go forward strategy to create a model that fits the present economic and demographic make-up of racers and spectators.
It was not long ago that the IHRA National events at Milan, Martin, Grand Bend( probably others) had crowds five deep at the fences to watch the Fuelers and Pro Stock qualifying and racing action. The stands were packed and the pits were chaotic....but awesome! The Stock/ Super Stock fields were healthy. Hopefully, we can move towards that excitement level again.
We were all waiting to see what the new team at IHRA had planned. Now we are getting a look at their thinking and it appears to be in the right direction for drag racing as a whole.
As indicated in some other posts, it is incumbent on the racers to come to the table and support these efforts by attending these races. If we don't, we'll be cranking out posts on various websites complaining about how IHRA failed.
Personally, I have raced in IHRA divisionals, nationals and NHRA divisionals only. I like racing in both organizations and will prepare my 2015 schedule to participate in both where practical.
I wish IHRA great success as they take positive steps to move forward.
As this week is Thanksgiving, I say thanks for being able to race and make the choices we desire.
Happy Thanksgiving to all on the Class Racer forum.

John

X2...Very well said

[Dana Fitzpatrick]

Originally Posted by John Nechiporchik

I am pleased the IHRA has stepped up their purse structure AND re-instated the Sportsman categories to their "National " events. This action indicates an organization with leadership that is not afraid to tap into past successes and marry those with a go forward strategy to create a model that fits the present economic and demographic make-up of racers and spectators.
It was not long ago that the IHRA National events at Milan, Martin, Grand Bend( probably others) had crowds five deep at the fences to watch the Fuelers and Pro Stock qualifying and racing action. The stands were packed and the pits were chaotic....but awesome! The Stock/ Super Stock fields were healthy. Hopefully, we can move towards that excitement level again.
We were all waiting to see what the new team at IHRA had planned. Now we are getting a look at their thinking and it appears to be in the right direction for drag racing as a whole.
As indicated in some other posts, it is incumbent on the racers to come to the table and support these efforts by attending these races. If we don't, we'll be cranking out posts on various websites complaining about how IHRA failed.
Personally, I have raced in IHRA divisionals, nationals and NHRA divisionals only. I like racing in both organizations and will prepare my 2015 schedule to participate in both where practical.
I wish IHRA great success as they take positive steps to move forward.
As this week is Thanksgiving, I say thanks for being able to race and make the choices we desire.
Happy Thanksgiving to all on the Class Racer forum.

John

AND Top Stock!!