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Twister/Fontana (1) (2,010)
Posted By Jack Dupp
2018 Chili Bowl- $16,000
1/14/18, 10:02 AM
2018 Chili Bowl- $16,000
Chili Bowl Patriotism (3) (2,912)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Chili Bowl Patriotism
1/17/17, 11:27 AM
I was extremely proud of the patriotism shown at the Chili Bowl. The entire building is a raucous, loud, excited, distracted human organism. When the Star Spangled Banner began the crowd fell silent,...
Randy Bateman - RIP (9) (2,788)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Randy Bateman Celebration of Life Visitation...
1/16/17, 6:05 PM
Randy Bateman Celebration of Life

Visitation Wednesday
5pm/8pm
Petitt funeral home

Funeral Mass
10am Thursday
St. Andrews Church
Randy Bateman - RIP (9) (2,788)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Randy Bateman - RIP
1/16/17, 11:07 AM
Veteran USAC owner / driver Randy Bateman passed away Sunday night at home in Murphysboro, IL surrounded by family and friends.

Thank you to the racing community and especially the USAC Silver...
Midgets are becoming U**Y! (20) (7,108)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Midgets are becoming U**Y!
12/19/16, 1:42 PM
Thank you. I think that sums up the issue perfectly. Still, I much prefer girls and race cars with curves.:6:
Midgets are becoming U**Y! (20) (7,108)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Midgets are becoming U**Y!
12/17/16, 12:09 PM
UGLY

While scanning Instagram pics of DuQuoin entrants I detected design trends to further denigrate the once beautifully rounded lines of open wheel race cars.
Yes, I am aged. Yes, I prickle at...
Du Quoin vs. Late Model Indoor Race (29) (10,174)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Du Quoin vs. Late Model Indoor Race
12/14/16, 12:14 AM
The Kenny Wallace video that Nungester posted looks very promising. Being an open wheel guy, I'll be at DuQuoin. Hopefully the Dome racing goes well. I might just show up on a prelim night next year.
Cage Lights (71) (24,539)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Cage Lights
12/12/16, 1:06 PM
This is going so well that we may as well add a little fuel to the fire. Another announcement at the USAC Night of Champions Banquet is that the USAC giant semi truck hauler is being retired....
Randy Bateman (7) (5,633)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Randy Bateman
12/11/16, 1:47 PM
https://c2.staticflickr.com/1/515/31462177281_00364eb72f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PWcTbr)2016 USAC Banquet - Jim Craig photo (https://flic.kr/p/PWcTbr)

Patty & Randy, 2016 Silver Crown 6th Owner...
Cage Lights (71) (24,539)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Cage Lights
12/11/16, 12:29 PM
Here is the whole story. Argue at will. :8:

usacracing.com:

A USAC initiative aimed at driver safety was introduced during the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show at the Indiana Convention...
Open wheel racing is the "pits" - photos (2) (1,934)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Open wheel racing is the "pits" - photos
12/5/16, 9:47 PM
This is what a racer's life looks like after the crowds are gone. Packing up the hauler.

https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5615/31448733355_548cd9f159_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PV1YLB)Lucas Oil Raceway...
Open wheel racing is the "pits" - photos (2) (1,934)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Open wheel racing is the "pits" - photos
12/5/16, 9:37 PM
Hey Rich, Thanks for noticing! :6:

https://c8.staticflickr.com/6/5567/30640581303_291cbd0bf9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NFAZjx)Gateway 2016 (https://flic.kr/p/NFAZjx)

It's June, it's HOT and...
Just a quick question (4) (3,087)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Just a quick question
12/5/16, 1:15 PM
If the last spare in the trailer is a 52", mount it 1" to the left. It'll only be half as screwed up and you can still get start money. :6:
Randy Bateman (7) (5,633)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Randy Bateman
12/5/16, 12:43 PM
https://c8.staticflickr.com/6/5507/31438074375_e7fa6f0cd2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PU5me6)April 2016 (https://flic.kr/p/PU5me6)

https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5594/31322619211_f9e718c46b_b.jpg...
Randy Bateman (7) (5,633)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Randy Bateman
12/5/16, 12:35 PM
https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5788/31438075265_159f3a2dfe_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PU5mur)Springfield 2015 (https://flic.kr/p/PU5mur)
...
Randy Bateman (7) (5,633)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Randy Bateman
12/5/16, 12:23 PM
Some of my favorite personal photos

https://c5.staticflickr.com/6/5531/31293198852_9f510e5747_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PFgPMf)Duquoin 9-5-2010 (https://flic.kr/p/PFgPMf)
...
Tri-City muffler rule (1) (1,561)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Tri-City muffler rule
5/12/16, 4:55 PM
Good news: Mufflers will not be an issue for NSL sprints 5/13/2016
Bad news: Heavy rains all week have forced cancellation
Shane Cockrum (46) (22,080)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Shane Cockrum
1/19/16, 11:48 AM
A wise man told me that "Racing is all about the stories." Shane and the T-Shirt company gave me two this year that I will remember to my dying day. Thank you,guys! :6:
Tonights midget show (227) (102,003)
Posted By Jack Dupp
My final thoughts; The cleaning bill from the...
12/13/15, 1:02 PM
My final thoughts; The cleaning bill from the stadium owners is going to be astronomical.

The venue is use to sweeping up some trash after a basketball game. I doubt they are prepared to remove...
Tonights midget show (227) (102,003)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Worst race that I have ever attended. Many go...
12/12/15, 11:21 PM
Worst race that I have ever attended. Many go kart racers do not seem mature enough for this venue. The track is too small. The cause two yellows and your done rule would have this debacle completed...
2015 Midgets and Drivers (12) (5,847)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: 2015 Midgets and Drivers
6/16/15, 9:28 AM
Here is a tip to help Frank out with his herculean (and MUCH appreciated) task:

When sending Driver / Car info to Frank include a photo of the car. VERY helpful.
2014 Nonwing Sprint Cars and Drivers (20) (31,695)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: 2014 Nonwing Sprint Cars and Drivers
6/16/15, 9:24 AM
Here is a tip to help Frank out with his herculean (and MUCH appreciated) task:

When sending Driver / Car info to Frank include a photo of the car. VERY helpful.
WAR Series and WAR East 2015 schedule (18) (6,323)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: WAR Series and WAR East 2015 schedule
3/21/15, 9:43 AM
WAR non wing sprints would fit nicely into Tri City Speedway's
Midget Gold Crown Nationals three day show
Follow The Corn. (4) (3,232)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Re: Follow The Corn.
2/7/15, 11:28 AM
I also use my Follow the Corn DVD to get through the off season. YouTube
subscriptions to Ross Wece, loudpedal, racewayvideo & jlynn61975 help also.
Favorite Chili Bowl 2015 Video (0) (1,897)
Posted By Jack Dupp
Favorite Chili Bowl 2015 Video
1/31/15, 1:33 PM
Those who spent any time in the pits should really enjoy this video. When it comes "right down to it", it is all about the people. There is a LOT of CRAZY going on all week. This video reminds me of...