Three Cheers for The Gundakers and POWRi

DonMoore10 · 10/12/08, 9:00 PM

I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Kevin and Tammy Gundaker and Kenny Brown and Jim Siner for the development and execution of one the most successful midget promotions in the recent history of midget racing in the United States. THIS WAS A SUPERB PROMOTION!!!! :checkered: These people stepped out of the box and took a chance on this great event and won big time. No ********, no nonsense... just a terrific week of in your face midget racing and the fans loved it. Congratulations to all of you.

1. The track preparation was great. No rocks, stones and junk. Very little dust. 2, 3, and 4 wide racing all three nights.

2. The Gundakers made everyone feel at home and welcomed.

4. The racing program moved along quickly and was over by a reasonable hour.

5. They stepped up to the plate and paid a purse that made the two guys in Oklahoma look silly.

6. The biggest crowd that I have seen for midget racing in recent memory.

7. And the weather was outstanding!

THESE PEOPLE HAVE SET THE STANDARD OF HOW MIDGET RACING SHOULD BE PROMOTED. We need more people like the Gundakers, POWRi and Tony Barhorst to bring midget racing back to where it should be.

Don Moore

E.P. · 10/12/08, 9:09 PM

And they couldn't have done it without the cars and stars of the United States Auto Club of which you made yourself look silly by purposefully failing to mention.

Kirk Spridgeon · 10/12/08, 9:19 PM

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Originally Posted by E.P.

And they couldn't have done it without the cars and stars of the United States Auto Club of which you made yourself look silly by purposefully failing to mention.

Agreed! The Gundakers, POWRi, and USAC all deserve a giant pat on the back for making it happen! I really just couldn't find much of anything wrong with this event....to group in that other promoter Don mentioned with the Gundakers is really a disservice to them, as they gave us a first-class event at a great facility, and I think they were rewarded by having an enthusiastic fan base that filled the stands and appreciated the show. And I'm pretty sure that most of them, and plenty who missed out this year, will be filing in next year to see the show....

1BIGracefan · 10/12/08, 9:28 PM

This was my first trip to Granite City and I have to say I cant wait to get back. All I have to say is the racing and facility was freaking awesome this weekend.

Kyle

DonMoore10 · 10/12/08, 9:38 PM

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Originally Posted by E.P.

And they couldn't have done it without the cars and stars of the United States Auto Club of which you made yourself look silly by purposefully failing to mention.

1. The stars and cars had already planned on being there long before the organization you mentioned became a part of the promotion. Again, a big thank you to the Gundakers and POWRi for putting this promotion together.

Kirk Spridgeon · 10/12/08, 9:49 PM

I, for one, am glad that, by having USAC on this race as a co-sanction, we got to see Brad Sweet, Brady Bacon, Cole Whitt, Chad Boat, Levi Jones, and Tracy Hines and a few more, all in their regular rides, all at the top of their games. I'm glad the powers that be figured out how to make it happen, because I think those guys added a little something to the show this weekend....

BTW, don't forget to throw up the congratulations to Jerry Coons, Jr. That was a great win to see for him and the Wilkes - people who are midget racing people and have done a lot for the sport, just like this race...

tonyj · 10/12/08, 10:22 PM

10-4! I was only able to attend Thursday nights show, but once again, came away impressed by the entire evening. The program ran efficiently, the track conditions were great, & a full pit area of midgets! :thumb

Congratulations to Jerry Coons Jr on the win. I got a chance to talk with Jerry for about 15 minutes after Thursday's show, & he has got to be one of the nicest guys around...great win!

Hats off to the Gundaker's as well for putting this entire thing together. They also own my local track, Lake Ozark Speedway, & they had some great open wheel, special shows there as well this year. Hopefully '09 will bring more of the same! :applaud:

10/12/08, 10:54 PM

I went Saturday night along with my Dad. Will definitely go back next year.

I have seen Michael Pickens race in person twice. Once at Jacksonville when he made a high sider to pass Brad Kuhn on the last lap & again last night.

He was flying last night before he flipped it. He is a ton of fun to watch!

This race should get bigger every year in terms of fan & car count.

AustinSprinter · 10/13/08, 1:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E.P.

And they couldn't have done it without the cars and stars of the United States Auto Club of which you made yourself look silly by purposefully failing to mention.

E.P....That was exactly my thought (Whats Missing Here)"USAC", reading the inictial post,b4 reading yours!! Like a STAB in the Back,with no Knife !!.....Brucer'

10/13/08, 5:35 AM

When this race was initially announced it was only a POWRi event, no mention of USAC. Infact USAC dropped cosanctioning with POWRi during the season because USAC wasn't going to be the officiating crew.

It's just like USAC to do this. I never saw any mention of POWRi on the Speed Report or Speedtv.com in relation to this race, only USAC. USAC was only interested in this race when tey figured they would get on TV and the event was going to be big. Remember the Pepsi Knoxville Nationals? USAC only came along when the event started to get attention.

USAC is a parasite. This was POWRi's chance to get some national press and USAC stole the thunder from them.

10/12/08, 9:09 PM	#2 Re: Three Cheers for The Gundakers and POWRi
E.P. Senior Member Race Count This Year: 22 Race Count Last Year: 17 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 288	And they couldn't have done it without the cars and stars of the United States Auto Club of which you made yourself look silly by purposefully failing to mention. __________________ Eric B. Pethtel

10/12/08, 9:00 PM	#1 Three Cheers for The Gundakers and POWRi
DonMoore10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,474	I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Kevin and Tammy Gundaker and Kenny Brown and Jim Siner for the development and execution of one the most successful midget promotions in the recent history of midget racing in the United States. THIS WAS A SUPERB PROMOTION!!!! :checkered: These people stepped out of the box and took a chance on this great event and won big time. No ********, no nonsense... just a terrific week of in your face midget racing and the fans loved it. Congratulations to all of you. 1. The track preparation was great. No rocks, stones and junk. Very little dust. 2, 3, and 4 wide racing all three nights. 2. The Gundakers made everyone feel at home and welcomed. 4. The racing program moved along quickly and was over by a reasonable hour. 5. They stepped up to the plate and paid a purse that made the two guys in Oklahoma look silly. 6. The biggest crowd that I have seen for midget racing in recent memory. 7. And the weather was outstanding! THESE PEOPLE HAVE SET THE STANDARD OF HOW MIDGET RACING SHOULD BE PROMOTED. We need more people like the Gundakers, POWRi and Tony Barhorst to bring midget racing back to where it should be. Don Moore

10/12/08, 9:28 PM	#4 Re: Three Cheers for The Gundakers and POWRi
1BIGracefan Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,100	This was my first trip to Granite City and I have to say I cant wait to get back. All I have to say is the racing and facility was freaking awesome this weekend. Kyle

10/12/08, 9:49 PM	#6 Re: Three Cheers for The Gundakers and POWRi
Kirk Spridgeon Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 802	I, for one, am glad that, by having USAC on this race as a co-sanction, we got to see Brad Sweet, Brady Bacon, Cole Whitt, Chad Boat, Levi Jones, and Tracy Hines and a few more, all in their regular rides, all at the top of their games. I'm glad the powers that be figured out how to make it happen, because I think those guys added a little something to the show this weekend.... BTW, don't forget to throw up the congratulations to Jerry Coons, Jr. That was a great win to see for him and the Wilkes - people who are midget racing people and have done a lot for the sport, just like this race...

10/12/08, 10:22 PM	#7 Re: Three Cheers for The Gundakers and POWRi
tonyj Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 77	10-4! I was only able to attend Thursday nights show, but once again, came away impressed by the entire evening. The program ran efficiently, the track conditions were great, & a full pit area of midgets! :thumb Congratulations to Jerry Coons Jr on the win. I got a chance to talk with Jerry for about 15 minutes after Thursday's show, & he has got to be one of the nicest guys around...great win! Hats off to the Gundaker's as well for putting this entire thing together. They also own my local track, Lake Ozark Speedway, & they had some great open wheel, special shows there as well this year. Hopefully '09 will bring more of the same! :applaud:

10/12/08, 10:54 PM	#8 Re: Three Cheers for The Gundakers and POWRi
chathamracefan Posts: n/a	I went Saturday night along with my Dad. Will definitely go back next year. I have seen Michael Pickens race in person twice. Once at Jacksonville when he made a high sider to pass Brad Kuhn on the last lap & again last night. He was flying last night before he flipped it. He is a ton of fun to watch! This race should get bigger every year in terms of fan & car count.

10/13/08, 5:35 AM	#10 Re: Three Cheers for The Gundakers and POWRi
dirtywhiteboy Posts: n/a	When this race was initially announced it was only a POWRi event, no mention of USAC. Infact USAC dropped cosanctioning with POWRi during the season because USAC wasn't going to be the officiating crew. It's just like USAC to do this. I never saw any mention of POWRi on the Speed Report or Speedtv.com in relation to this race, only USAC. USAC was only interested in this race when tey figured they would get on TV and the event was going to be big. Remember the Pepsi Knoxville Nationals? USAC only came along when the event started to get attention. USAC is a parasite. This was POWRi's chance to get some national press and USAC stole the thunder from them.