D6 at Mission

[Dave Noll]

Originally Posted by stock 608

... No nhra guys running the starting line, staging lanes or tower. .... Went to the tower and they said they were only doing payment for bracket classes and didn’t know anything about lucas payout. It’s almost like the track didn’t want the race. ....

just.freaking.wow.

[Charlene Gullett]

I think between Acton Montana (Yellowstone ) and Mission BC (Mission Raceway) they should be seriously be asking NHRA for a refund on the fees to hold these divisionals. I am assuming there are fees to hold these events. They have left the track personnel and the racers to organize themselves. Thank goodness there isn't a tech inspection anymore..the last time I was in Mission a gentleman at tech said "I'm sorry my dear, I don't know what a superstock car requires. I'll just take your word that you have all the required safety equipment.". The owner of Acton's track (and his family) handled the race surface, safety, staging lanes etc. I remember when all the people from D6 office would arrive, take over the facility and help their member track have a successful event. Kinda makes me wonder what direction racing is headed.

[fordteacherguy]

I will say that the track seemed to be out of step with our NHRA program..track prep was sub par with the a few early runs of super street guys getting loose and shutting off mid track..the track guys re-prepped the surface multiple times to get it safe..unfortunately with the small class car counts the divisional race felt more of a "filler" for their regular brackets. But what was NOT lacking was the appreciation of all my Canadian friends and racers that expressed their appreciation for making the trip up and participating. Missed coming up there the last 3 years..saw lots of good friends again. I'm hoping the low count isn't the new normal for Mission divisional attendance. Hopefully in the future.. border restrictions will relax and more can come. If we don't support NHRA racing it will go away...and the concern of mine and our friends up north that Mission could be one more track on the chopping block.

[Frank Castros]

Originally Posted by SDT1DYI

Unfortunately it got rescheduled to the September date that conflicted with the NWCR event in Yakima which paids out more money and no HP penalties.
Sorensen went 1.38 under at G weight at Yakima. Thats 10.62
In a 255 /280 HP 69 Combo!!!

Steve Teeter Stk/SS 620

I'm a great admirer of the Sorensen Bros. and their attempt to qualify on the pole at every race they contest. For those who know them, why don't they attend the "Big Go"?

[Jim Caughlin]

Originally Posted by Frank Castros

I'm a great admirer of the Sorensen Bros. and their attempt to qualify on the pole at every race they contest. For those who know them, why don't they attend the "Big Go"?

They have. Also note that they have jobs and only a certain amount of vacation, it takes the better part of 3 days to get there from here.

[SDT1DYI]

Originally Posted by Frank Castros

I'm a great admirer of the Sorensen Bros. and their attempt to qualify on the pole at every race they contest. For those who know them, why don't they attend the "Big Go"?

Correction, Sorensen went 10.63 and there was a 5 mph tail wind.
As Jim said they have normal working jobs. But when it comes to working on the Race Car, their not normal.
It's worth the price of admission just to see the car leave the starting line.

Steve Teeter Stk/SS 620

[Frank Castros]

They are without a doubt one the best out there and yes I would pay to see them race.

[Carguy49]

Just checked on DRC. All the numbers are listed. In spite of everything, some very good races up there. Congrats to ALL the winners.

[Tom P]

I long for the good old days when we'd have all the fastest Hemi SS'ers and all the fastest A/Stockers at Mission.

[BigBlockBill]

Originally Posted by Dave Noll

I have lived in Yakima since 74 and been going to Renegade almost as long. The Goathead problem of years ago is now under control. A LOT of gravel has been put down and asphalt rows now line the pits 4 - 5 rows deep almost to the finish line with room (cleaned up) to run the pits to the end of the track. The wind is more an issue north of here in Ellensburg. Although 1 of the 1st years we had a combo here there was a strong wind that came through and it got dusty. But those are rare.

I have raced at Spokane and Seattle scattered fèw times. What I remember of Spokane was the asphalt starting line. Times change.

Rumor has it that Spokane will be up and running next season as an NHRA track. The indian tribe that bought it is putting in all new timing system that has been on back order but I heard they have got it in hand now.