Lack of Sportsman Entries for Denver - Page 5

Randall Klein · 07-12-2013, 11:46 AM

The tower has facilities and running water, otherwise port-a-potties. They tried to move east and rebuild but voters stopped them. It is a nice facility in many ways, esp the proximity to Denver and Morrison, but north of the scales it seems like you are not even at the track, isolated in a twilight zone among the dirtiest rock pits imaginable. We've had moderate success there over the years, but not keen on going back. Been to worse places.

Toby Lang · 07-12-2013, 01:40 PM

I just assumed they had bathroom facilities behind the grandstand. I guess not.

Where does the water come from in the cool down area?

Michael K · 07-12-2013, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim Wahl

Not sure what you mean. More cars = More port-o-lets? How many cars do you need to get running water? I can't figure this out.

It seems to me that for whatever reason, you guys are being pushed further and further into the back forty (that's Southern for boondocks). Charlotte? Maybe that could be one of the reasons the car counts are so bad? Jim

.

Any race facility is a business. If your customers aren't happy, they'll let you know. It's just good business to keep your customers happy.

The Hawk · 07-12-2013, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toby Lang

I just assumed they had bathroom facilities behind the grandstand. I guess not.

Where does the water come from in the cool down area?

The water in the cool down area is well water,with a fair amount of iron in it. Not for drinking!

SG5579 · 07-12-2013, 05:41 PM

I think there are some misunderstandings about Bandimere. They do have water in the cool down area, restrooms behind the grandstands ( not permanent ), and in the staging lanes you don,t have to push your car to the front, it just rolls downhill ( a great plus ). Also they have an underneath the track chiller, which cools down the track for the first 100 feet. The traction is always good. As said previously, the only negatives are the northern most pits for sportsmen are a little ways away from the staging lanes, and consist of crushed asphalt, unless you get there early as Larry Hill did and can park on pavement. Also the crushed asphalt is actually cooler than pavement. I've seen guys come from low altitudes and have trouble with car performance. But, any knowledgable racer can figure that out. So, in summary, the spectator/ racer has very good views of the track and the racers are very friendly, offering advice to newcomers and usually a good time is had by all. So come on up and let's git it on!

Kirk Gittins SS/BM

Russ Kelly · 07-12-2013, 07:16 PM

I have to step in here---I have raced at 3/4 of NHRA's national event tracks---and rank Bandimere one of the top three at least. Yes it has problems, but is much better than a Memphis, Brainerd---Indy isn't exactly the greatest track in the world. The people that run Denver are some of the nicest and the owners are first class. It is also THE neatest place to watch a race (yes even the oilers--fuel cars) are watchable there. Car counts are down everywhere---just don't blame the track---there are many reasons car counts have dropped.

RacingRicki · 07-12-2013, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Russ Kelly

I have to step in here---I have raced at 3/4 of NHRA's national event tracks---and rank Bandimere one of the top three at least. Yes it has problems, but is much better than a Memphis, Brainerd---Indy isn't exactly the greatest track in the world. The people that run Denver are some of the nicest and the owners are first class. It is also THE neatest place to watch a race (yes even the oilers--fuel cars) are watchable there. Car counts are down everywhere---just don't blame the track---there are many reasons car counts have dropped.

Well said.

SStockDart · 07-12-2013, 09:31 PM

I think it is honorable that some of you are standing up for Bandimere and the track. I have to agree that the racing surface, and the people are awesome. For spectators, comp and pro racers is is also great. Going to Golden is always a nice experience.

Beating a dead horse, but go park you rig and expensive race car in the north 40 and see what we mean. Maybe my wife is a little spoiled, but she would like clean rest rooms with running water, like any other National Event facility, that is within a reasonable distance, without walking thru gravel with oil..............I am reasonable certain that the Bandimere's have looked into improving the sportsman facilities. If so, I applaud them for that. However, in the mean while, it is unacceptable for most.

Now that I said that, I have talked with Donna (my wife) and convinced her that we should take both cars and race Denver next week........I told her that if we take 2 cars, it will cost 1/2 of what it usually does.............and we have a better chance of winning.

Do you suppose she will figure it out before entry deadline time?????

Pig Farmer · 07-12-2013, 11:10 PM

So, how early do you have to arrive to get a decent parking spot? Black dust doesn't exactly appeal to me...

Also, where is the restaurant with the margaritas? Be nice not to have to make my own one night ;-)

The Hawk · 07-12-2013, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pig Farmer

So, how early do you have to arrive to get a decent parking spot? Black dust doesn't exactly appeal to me...

Also, where is the restaurant with the margaritas? Be nice not to have to make my own one night ;-)

That`d be The Morrison Inn. Head south(right) out of the track to Morrison Road and go west(right again)and go about 1/2 mile. The Morrison Inn is on your right. Parking is across the street.

07-12-2013, 11:46 AM	#41
Randall Klein Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 785 Likes: 45 Liked 316 Times in 67 Posts	Re: Lack of Sportsman Entries for Denver The tower has facilities and running water, otherwise port-a-potties. They tried to move east and rebuild but voters stopped them. It is a nice facility in many ways, esp the proximity to Denver and Morrison, but north of the scales it seems like you are not even at the track, isolated in a twilight zone among the dirtiest rock pits imaginable. We've had moderate success there over the years, but not keen on going back. Been to worse places.

07-12-2013, 01:40 PM	#42
Toby Lang VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Auburn, WA Posts: 2,133 Likes: 2 Liked 2 Times in 1 Post	Re: Lack of Sportsman Entries for Denver I just assumed they had bathroom facilities behind the grandstand. I guess not. Where does the water come from in the cool down area?

07-12-2013, 05:41 PM	#45
SG5579 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 4 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Lack of Sportsman Entries for Denver I think there are some misunderstandings about Bandimere. They do have water in the cool down area, restrooms behind the grandstands ( not permanent ), and in the staging lanes you don,t have to push your car to the front, it just rolls downhill ( a great plus ). Also they have an underneath the track chiller, which cools down the track for the first 100 feet. The traction is always good. As said previously, the only negatives are the northern most pits for sportsmen are a little ways away from the staging lanes, and consist of crushed asphalt, unless you get there early as Larry Hill did and can park on pavement. Also the crushed asphalt is actually cooler than pavement. I've seen guys come from low altitudes and have trouble with car performance. But, any knowledgable racer can figure that out. So, in summary, the spectator/ racer has very good views of the track and the racers are very friendly, offering advice to newcomers and usually a good time is had by all. So come on up and let's git it on! Kirk Gittins SS/BM

07-12-2013, 07:16 PM	#46
Russ Kelly Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 8 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Lack of Sportsman Entries for Denver I have to step in here---I have raced at 3/4 of NHRA's national event tracks---and rank Bandimere one of the top three at least. Yes it has problems, but is much better than a Memphis, Brainerd---Indy isn't exactly the greatest track in the world. The people that run Denver are some of the nicest and the owners are first class. It is also THE neatest place to watch a race (yes even the oilers--fuel cars) are watchable there. Car counts are down everywhere---just don't blame the track---there are many reasons car counts have dropped.

07-12-2013, 09:31 PM	#48
SStockDart VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Arizona, Texan forever Posts: 1,176 Likes: 879 Liked 574 Times in 212 Posts	Re: Lack of Sportsman Entries for Denver I think it is honorable that some of you are standing up for Bandimere and the track. I have to agree that the racing surface, and the people are awesome. For spectators, comp and pro racers is is also great. Going to Golden is always a nice experience. Beating a dead horse, but go park you rig and expensive race car in the north 40 and see what we mean. Maybe my wife is a little spoiled, but she would like clean rest rooms with running water, like any other National Event facility, that is within a reasonable distance, without walking thru gravel with oil..............I am reasonable certain that the Bandimere's have looked into improving the sportsman facilities. If so, I applaud them for that. However, in the mean while, it is unacceptable for most. Now that I said that, I have talked with Donna (my wife) and convinced her that we should take both cars and race Denver next week........I told her that if we take 2 cars, it will cost 1/2 of what it usually does.............and we have a better chance of winning. Do you suppose she will figure it out before entry deadline time????? __________________ Gary Hansen - SS/FA 4911, B/SA 4911

07-12-2013, 11:10 PM	#49
Pig Farmer Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 9 Likes: 3 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Lack of Sportsman Entries for Denver So, how early do you have to arrive to get a decent parking spot? Black dust doesn't exactly appeal to me... Also, where is the restaurant with the margaritas? Be nice not to have to make my own one night ;-)