Pittsburg = IHRA ?

Jeff Jewell · 08-11-2009, 10:35 AM

I've never been to Pittsburgh, so I can't comment on the length of the track there. I was thinking of going, but I have a little too much on my plate at the moment.

What I can't understand is the negativity towards 1/8 mile racing. Being from PA, I'm a 1/4 mile guy myself. I didn't really like 1/8 racing at first, only because I wasn't used to it. This year, it seems that I've done more 1/8 mile than 1/4 mile racing. I'm really starting to like the 1/8 mile racing. I think it makes you a better driver because it is over pretty quick. When I run 1/4 mile anymore, I feel like it takes all day to get to the finish line. If you haven't tried 1/8 mile, or only raced it once or twice, give it a chance. If you want a real treat, go to Spencer Speedway in NY. 1/10 mile racing!

I could be wrong on this, but I believe insurance for the tracks is cheaper when they run 1/8 mile. In this economy, that could be a factor as to why some of the tracks are running 1/8 mile more often.

Just to throw another tidbit out there... My car uses 3/4 gallon of fuel per 1/4 mile pass, including driving to / from the trailer. 5 Gallons is usually enough for a day with 2 time shots and 6 or 7 elimination rounds. At the World Footbrake Challenge in Bristol, I made 32 passes that weekend, all 1/8 mile. I used just under 10 gallons of fuel all weekend. If that was 1/4 mile, I would have used around 25 gallons. If you do a lot of racing, that could be a significant cost savings...

08-11-2009, 10:35 AM	#9
Jeff Jewell Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Bangor, PA Posts: 182 Likes: 41 Liked 171 Times in 36 Posts	Re: Pittsburg = IHRA ? I've never been to Pittsburgh, so I can't comment on the length of the track there. I was thinking of going, but I have a little too much on my plate at the moment. What I can't understand is the negativity towards 1/8 mile racing. Being from PA, I'm a 1/4 mile guy myself. I didn't really like 1/8 racing at first, only because I wasn't used to it. This year, it seems that I've done more 1/8 mile than 1/4 mile racing. I'm really starting to like the 1/8 mile racing. I think it makes you a better driver because it is over pretty quick. When I run 1/4 mile anymore, I feel like it takes all day to get to the finish line. If you haven't tried 1/8 mile, or only raced it once or twice, give it a chance. If you want a real treat, go to Spencer Speedway in NY. 1/10 mile racing! I could be wrong on this, but I believe insurance for the tracks is cheaper when they run 1/8 mile. In this economy, that could be a factor as to why some of the tracks are running 1/8 mile more often. Just to throw another tidbit out there... My car uses 3/4 gallon of fuel per 1/4 mile pass, including driving to / from the trailer. 5 Gallons is usually enough for a day with 2 time shots and 6 or 7 elimination rounds. At the World Footbrake Challenge in Bristol, I made 32 passes that weekend, all 1/8 mile. I used just under 10 gallons of fuel all weekend. If that was 1/4 mile, I would have used around 25 gallons. If you do a lot of racing, that could be a significant cost savings...