Big Money Class Races-our thoughts - Page 3

Larry Hill · 04-08-2021, 04:52 PM

Only way we will be at Earlville is if someone else is responsible for track prep. Last two times we were there it was very bad and the track personal did not care. Reed use to do a great job. It was always a favorite race to be at, but not now. It could return to that level but first and foremost the track has to work.

Terry Cain · 04-08-2021, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by MR DERBY CITY

Something to consider, when WE are the show....who is the FILLER ??? We need some sort of filler ...to minimize the downtime....I believe a nice $$ nostalgia race would fit right in ???? Like YAC said, SPECTATORS....$$$$. Sure can help the bottom line. .......

How about for filler you use the Jr's? They bring lots of family members and buy lots of hot dogs.

Tom Meyer · 04-08-2021, 07:29 PM

From a pretty good source in the first 25 k race the last eight split the prize money. Same thing in the CIC stock race, the top two had a deal. There are some pretty Classy Racers out there. It is not always about the money. Tom

Bob Sherwood · 04-08-2021, 11:24 PM

Hi Larry Was good to see you in St Loius . We have some good races scheduled at Earlville this season and would love to have you there. I can assure you that steps are being taken to maintain consistency with traction at these races. The challenge is the large car count puts a strain on the track, but I have faith in Reed and Bill to take care of us. thanks Bob

Mark Yacavone · 04-09-2021, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Terry Cain

How about for filler you use the Jr's? They bring lots of family members and buy lots of hot dogs.

Count me as a NO on that one.

Larry Hill · 04-09-2021, 07:00 AM

Bob if large car counts are the problem the track has to know it’s limitations. The choice is simple, limit entries to what they can provide value to, a good racing experience. Rent equipment and expertise to handle the surge or move it to a quality track.

Dean Feiock · 04-09-2021, 12:53 PM

Travel distance will always be a factor for those who work an average 8-5 job. For many, the lost time from work, the travel costs, motel costs, and racing fees top several thousand dollars to attend a race that is many miles away.

Another factor is simply the competitiveness of your car. From what I have seen posted for St. Louis, the top half of the field was .90 under or better. And the top 64 or so of the 75 car field was .50 under or better. Not much reason for the average Joe to travel that far and spend that much money with just an average car.

Dirk Olson · 04-09-2021, 01:11 PM

To answer Bob's question on attendance. Time of year is key. Too early and guys up north have to get there stuff ready then have to leave in the snow and cold. I know, coming form Wisconsin and go to Georgia was rough on the equipment rust were there was none, Zinc plating on nuts and bolts white. But that being said once we got there had a Fantastic time! I know that prime time cost a lot more but if the racers come the money side comes as well. I would much rather race in the summer months or fall than come and go in the winter. also keep in mine that by summer and Fall most racers should have their stuff back together and running.

GTS340 · 04-09-2021, 06:13 PM

Seems like a 100 years ago. We received one free crew member with a national event entry. Puts a few more faces in the stands.

04-08-2021, 04:52 PM	#21
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,615 Likes: 1,902 Liked 10,661 Times in 2,212 Posts	Re: Big Money Class Races-our thoughts Only way we will be at Earlville is if someone else is responsible for track prep. Last two times we were there it was very bad and the track personal did not care. Reed use to do a great job. It was always a favorite race to be at, but not now. It could return to that level but first and foremost the track has to work. __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817

04-08-2021, 07:29 PM	#23
Tom Meyer Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Pierce NE Posts: 933 Likes: 74 Liked 351 Times in 120 Posts	Re: Big Money Class Races-our thoughts From a pretty good source in the first 25 k race the last eight split the prize money. Same thing in the CIC stock race, the top two had a deal. There are some pretty Classy Racers out there. It is not always about the money. Tom __________________ Tom Meyer 5240 SS Stock ???

04-08-2021, 11:24 PM	#24
Bob Sherwood Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: South Dakota Posts: 153 Likes: 70 Liked 388 Times in 60 Posts	Re: Big Money Class Races-our thoughts Hi Larry Was good to see you in St Loius . We have some good races scheduled at Earlville this season and would love to have you there. I can assure you that steps are being taken to maintain consistency with traction at these races. The challenge is the large car count puts a strain on the track, but I have faith in Reed and Bill to take care of us. thanks Bob

04-09-2021, 07:00 AM	#26
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,615 Likes: 1,902 Liked 10,661 Times in 2,212 Posts	Re: Big Money Class Races-our thoughts Bob if large car counts are the problem the track has to know it’s limitations. The choice is simple, limit entries to what they can provide value to, a good racing experience. Rent equipment and expertise to handle the surge or move it to a quality track. __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817

04-09-2021, 12:53 PM	#27
Dean Feiock Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Pierre, SD Posts: 204 Likes: 0 Liked 49 Times in 15 Posts	Re: Big Money Class Races-our thoughts Travel distance will always be a factor for those who work an average 8-5 job. For many, the lost time from work, the travel costs, motel costs, and racing fees top several thousand dollars to attend a race that is many miles away. Another factor is simply the competitiveness of your car. From what I have seen posted for St. Louis, the top half of the field was .90 under or better. And the top 64 or so of the 75 car field was .50 under or better. Not much reason for the average Joe to travel that far and spend that much money with just an average car. __________________ Dean Feiock -- Stock 5002

04-09-2021, 01:11 PM	#28
Dirk Olson Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 199 Likes: 50 Liked 171 Times in 46 Posts	Re: Big Money Class Races-our thoughts To answer Bob's question on attendance. Time of year is key. Too early and guys up north have to get there stuff ready then have to leave in the snow and cold. I know, coming form Wisconsin and go to Georgia was rough on the equipment rust were there was none, Zinc plating on nuts and bolts white. But that being said once we got there had a Fantastic time! I know that prime time cost a lot more but if the racers come the money side comes as well. I would much rather race in the summer months or fall than come and go in the winter. also keep in mine that by summer and Fall most racers should have their stuff back together and running. __________________ Dirk Olson 5036 STK

04-09-2021, 06:13 PM	#29
GTS340 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Las Vegas, Nv Posts: 859 Likes: 260 Liked 1,313 Times in 401 Posts	Re: Big Money Class Races-our thoughts Seems like a 100 years ago. We received one free crew member with a national event entry. Puts a few more faces in the stands.