Make Divisionals Great Again

[1legjerry]

I'm a big drag race fan, but I will not watch throttle stop racing ever. even if my best friend is in the final. Get back to index and heads up racing.

[B/S 428]

I know this a little outside the box thinking but I would propose 1 of the days at a divisional would be free for all spectators, people will spend $ if they get in free, possibly charge $2 parking and $2 hot dogs $6 tshirts, have a car set up that kids can sit in and take pictures..etc Brian Seaberg

[GUMP]

It's very obvious that a lot of you guys have never run a business...

[1320racer]

The key is to restart the car culture, love of cars Americans, specifically boys had with cars. In an effort to do that, allow any kid up to 18 wearing a team or scout uniform/jersey in for free all weekend long and advertise it in the local communities where the divisionals are being held. These kids will bring at least one paying parent and maybe a friend or two. Also have a few junior dragsters on display too and have some of the junior racers and their parents do a Q&A on Saturday morning for 30 minutes.

[BILL TAYLOR]

Originally Posted by GUMP

It's very obvious that a lot of you guys have never run a business...

How people look at things has a great deal to do with which side of the paycheck they're signing!

[340Cuda]

Originally Posted by GUMP

It's very obvious that a lot of you guys have never run a business...

While that is true, the track here in Tulsa has a what they call "The Throw Down in T-Town". Admission is free but they do charge for parking ($25). They fill the place up.

The following classed are contested:
Top Sportsman
Top Dragster
6.0 Index
Jr Pro
Jr Sportsman
Super Pro - Bracket
MWDRS - Pro Mod
Gassers
No Electronics
Pro 420

It would be interesting to see them try this at the Division 4 doubles in September.

[Sgrossi7158]

Originally Posted by B/S 428

I know this a little outside the box thinking but I would propose 1 of the days at a divisional would be free for all spectators, people will spend $ if they get in free, possibly charge $2 parking and $2 hot dogs $6 tshirts, have a car set up that kids can sit in and take pictures..etc Brian Seaberg

I like your ideas Brian. I think with some local advertising and treating the divisional races like MLB Minor League ball games you could make the event something very entertaining and affordable for people. Throw in some local live music and tasty bbq food on Friday and Saturday nights!

[1320racer]

whose paying for these barbecues and live music, not the track owners!

[Sgrossi7158]

Originally Posted by 1320racer

whose paying for these barbecues and live music, not the track owners!

Las Vegas Motor Speedway-Muscle Cars at the Strip puts on a 3 day sportsman event every year. Great entertainment, food, etc. The place is usually packed and is a lot of fun. You should come check it out. Next years event is scheduled 3-17-24 to 3-19-24. Hope to see you there!

[DG]

Originally Posted by Sgrossi7158

Las Vegas Motor Speedway puts on a 3 day sportsman event every year. Great entertainment, food, etc.The place is usually packed and is a lot of fun. You should come check it out. Next years event is scheduled 3-17-24 to 3-19-24. Hope to see you there!

You bring up a good point. By contrasting Muscle Cars at the Strip, which is a fun filled event that attracts many, many spectators vs the Division 7 race at Las Vegas, you realize the promoters make all the difference. The energy and excitement level from promoters at Muscle Cars at the Strip is very apparent, they really try to express their appreciation to the racers and spectators, offer several events within the event, and best of all showcase Stock and Superstock. On the other hand, the Division 7 race is pretty much focused on just getting the race in with very little excitement and nothing else going on.

I believe Randy Painter and his brother are the primary event promoters for Muscle cars at the Strip, while Phil Mandella of PMR organizes the Stock/SuperStock race.