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This will be my third straight thanks to a very good friend and despite not being a big pavement openwheel fan This race has become a favorite of mine and I think a lot of things play into why. Small multi groove track, lots of cars. And a long race where anything can happen and often does.
Wondering if any of the planned improvements have happened? First thing should be the PA because I doubt anywhere but the front straight could you ever hear it, even under yellow.
Anyhow, I plan to be there mid afternoon, Watch hot laps in the turn two grandstand in the shade, Then make my way to section O back straight seats for the race.
Swanson, Santos, Armstrong, Pierce, Hamilton, Windom, Coons and half a dozen others have been tough the past few years. some dominating at points of the race but things change with the pit stop stratagies, Tire wear and a whole host of other things. Last year proved two things with Swanson first having a lost lap due to pit stop fueling issue and then losing another when he spun after 250 laps on his tires. and still winning. Never count him out.
Race also pays very well, While most teams as usual will lose money, the top few will break even or even come out a little ahead, And drivers stand to make more than they could in several local shows..
I can see why this race has ran a long time.
Get your seats now, There probably won't be any available on race day.
Like Terre Haute which I waited years to get too but was told about forever, This is a must see at least once.
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Charles Nungester
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