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Wow, big things afoot for July 4. Should mean that everyone will be at the drivers' meeting for a change tomorrow! Hate to see the track closed for a couple of weeks in the middle of the summer, but I guess if its necessary

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:7:First of all good luck Billy, I hope you do get all three. I guess as one of the "ILLINOIS" Indiana open wheel guys I am pretty pissed off by the fact that Joe Spiker would just dump all of the people who have supported him while he was getting going at VCS in the sprint car division. Just a couple of weeks ago I sat on my fourwheeler talking to Joe complimenting him on how hard he and his crew had worked and what a good job they had done getting sprint cars going again at DAnville. I feel like he got what he wanted(which we all knew he wanted P-ville) and to hell with all of us.
Again we have not heard anything official from Joe so this could be all for nothing but We all know DO is kind of his wing man on this project so I am not doubting DO. I am happy for all of you Putnamville fans lord knows how good of news this has got to be for you, but it really stinks for people who can't make the extra 75 miles with work and the time change. Besides we were told we were running the whole year for a nice point fund and a championship.
I would like to see something official but I guess if this is all true (rain permitting) Haubstadt just got another sprint car tomorrow night. Why would I support someone who is dropping me.??

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Is DA in charge of any tracks anymore? If so, feel sorry of the fans of those tracks.

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Have you watched the road at VCS after the sprints finsh???? How many people leave afterwards. Not many!!!!! That is proof that most fans aren't there for the sprints. 400 to 500 are normally in the stands at the end of the night watching Tin.
Why pizz off *** & Gas City. Do that and forget about a Sprintweek or KISS date !
I do expect VCS to run some special sprint events still. Maye a Sunday night that Kokomo is off???

As with all good news, somebody doesn't like something about it and that is fine. I'm sure everybodys thoughts will get read by the people who are spending their money to do this.

This is day one of big news. You might want to listen Monday as we will have maybe even more breaking news about LPS. All of the Spiker Promotions will be there along with USAC and Bill Gardner. K.O. is taking a night off due to his work schedule and I'm sure there will be something cooked up by then we will be talking about.

Just think you might be able to take a shitz at LPS wihout having to drive to the nearest gas station !!!!!

Until today LPS was a bad word in racing. We will have a special Racin' with D.O. show LIVE from LPS just before Joe Spiker reopens to racing.

:32:

7 pm www.racinwithdo.com or come to Kelly's Monday. You won't want to miss this one !!!

R.I.P. Bill Hopton


Chad I understand your frustration, Joe has worked on this for a while and now he has to figure out how to make it happen and TRY to keep all happy. I would suggest coming to VCS and listen to what Joe has to say. He will be at LPS for the drivers meeting then off to VCS. Besides how many more miles is Haubstadt for you?

I think DA only has North Vernon that Fleetwoods run.



The immediate plan is for racing to continue at the Vermilion County Speedway; however they are looking to make some changes in the remainder schedule. Spiker went on to say "I have a contract through 2010 with a one year option at VCS. The 2010 schedule is under discussion. The only decision made is that we will not be racing on Saturday nights next year at VCS".

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we at spiker promotions are very excited and happy to be taking over LPS ,however this things take time so please be patient and we will keep everyone informed of changes as we make them. Thanks to everyone for there intrest
curt leonard

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Spiker Promotions acquire Lincoln Park Speedway

Joe Spiker Promotions President, Joe Spiker, announced today that his company has secured a lease/purchase agreement with Dave Allison for the Lincoln Park Speedway in Putnamville, Indiana. Spiker stated "I took possession on Tuesday, June 30th. I will be at the Lincoln Park Speedway drivers' meeting on Saturday to inform the drivers what will happen over the next few weeks."

Spiker grew up in the shadow of the Lincoln Park Speedway in nearby Greencastle, some ten minutes from his home. "The only thing that could change the course at VCS (Vermilion County Speedway) happened. I got involved at VCS because of wanting to buy Lincoln Park.

“Track owner Dave Allison and I had talked back and forth about buying the track. I had asked him on several occasions, but the answer was always no" said Spiker. Spiker was so convinced that he would not be able to buy Lincoln Park, that he looked for the closest track to him and Vermilion County Speedway in Danville, Illinois was it.

Spiker and his group have spent hundreds of man hours and Spiker's personal investment is over $70,000. Spiker stated "I love the Vermilion County Speedway, but it will always be a rental. When I had the chance to purchase Lincoln Park Speedway, I had to do it".

Lincoln Park Speedway, who races on Saturday nights may be dark a couple of weeks for cleaning and repairs. "I want to clean the place up and get it ready to race".

The immediate plan is for racing to continue at the Vermilion County Speedway; however they are looking to make some changes in the remainder schedule. Spiker went on to say "I have a contract through 2010 with a one year option at VCS. The 2010 schedule is under discussion. The only decision made is that we will not be racing on Saturday nights next year at VCS".

Spiker Promotions have built a solid base of fans and race cars plus did a face lift at VCS. Spiker's final statement was "The sudden events are very taxing and time consuming. We want to do justice to both speedways. I hope our sponsors, participants, and dedicated fans will be patient with us during this transition period".

Updated information will be made available on the two speedways websites. Vermilioncountyspeedway.com and lincolnparkspeedway.com
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The entire interview with Joe Spiker is available on racefanradio.com. Go to On Demand then to On Track On Radio for interview with Joe Spiker.

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Originally Posted by DIRT-TRACK-JUNKIE:
VCS was coming on good with the sprints so that does suck for them, Puterbaugh Jr. you just want to try to win 3 track championships in the same year. It wont happen though.

OMG, give me a break.

Part of that may be true. Can't blame him for trying.

However, those of you in Indy and south have multiple choices to go on Friday and Saturday. I think north of indy is limited relative to all things related to travel.

Having another Sunday night track would only hurt everyone. I am not sure enough people that never run sundays would suddenly start if something closer ran. Maybe a few, and lose a few from Kokomo. Everyone would lose.

Saturdays options are unlimited and car counts and quality are fair these days. Many sprinters prefer to run Saturdays at the different tracks. This is a whole different thing than sprinters willing to run another night (Sunday).

I used to love going to LPS. For the most part the closest Sat. option for me (about 2 hours), but I stopped going for much of the same reason many closer stopped going.

True business is business and it is survival of the strongest, but he is trying to not step on toes and do things for the good of the sport.

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DO, I get it. that does not mean I am happy about it. I am very happy that Putnamville is now under Spiker management. I know they will do a great job turning it around. Unfortunately it just sucks for me and the people I run with. I understand why they are doing it, I would too if I were in there situation. Does not mean I have to like it. Guess I will just get to do a bit more traveling.

I would like them to at least finish out the season at VCS with the sprints but perhaps that is just wishful thinking. The good news is that sprint car racers and fans have a management team investing in the future of local tracks.

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These are key words of the release -

The immediate plan is for racing to continue at the Vermilion County Speedway; however they are looking to make some changes in the remainder schedule. Spiker went on to say "I have a contract through 2010 with a one year option at VCS. The 2010 schedule is under discussion. The only decision made is that we will not be racing on Saturday nights next year at VCS". :31:

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I do feel though that if they are no longer going to run sprints at VCS then they should increase the payout for the mods and other divisions as well. Since the mods are going to end up being there premier class, why not pay them like it.

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The final decision regarding VCS has not been made... VCS will either run on Friday or Sunday night.

It has not been decided that SPRINT CARS are out at VCS.

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:6:Sunday Nights!!!! Sprint cars YES!!!! (just one guys vote)

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If you don't think sprint cars are what is filling the stands at vcs, then don't run them for 2 or 3 weeks and see what kind of crowd you pull with the program you have left. I have left immediately after the sprint car races and had to wait in line to get out. If you all love sprint car racing so much, i don't understand why you have so little regard for screwing up danville.

Jim mahan 7x

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My viewpoint is this...Joe Spiker has not made any decisions regarding VCS yet. Give the guy a chance. He said "I want to do both tracks justice." I personally believe him. There are a bunch of options out there for VCS. Sunday late afternoons and evenings are a potential, as are Friday nights. A UMP license could potentially be something to look at as well with the possibility of adding Super Late Models to the lineup as well. Why don't we all just sit back and wait and see what Mr. Spiker has to say. I'm sure he's got a lot of thinking to do and a ton of work with LPS now as well.

I want to personally thank Joe Spiker for stepping up and taking the reigns at VCS. He's definitely cleaned the place up and made it a much better and classier facility already. :8:

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The self imposed ban to LPS may be lifted now.


My thoughts exactly:8::8::8::8:

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[QUOTE=downwithallison;115777]The self imposed ban to LPS may be lifted now.


Amen, my friend :6::6:

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dont expect allison to go down easlily, ive been arrested 2 times at PUT. for PI,ive got to believe this is because ive been associatied with THAT in the past and he reconized me. JMO. Just seems funny. both times by the same cop and 2nd time they meet me at my truck.

i think the only reason this didnt happen any sooner allsion is gonna try and rake in the cash and profits from the big fireworks show tommorrow...well sorry guys i hope it pours tommorrorw..
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You may get your wish Walls. 90% chance.

Since no one answered my question...is DA in charge of any other tracks?

EDIT 2: Maybe a trip to LPS is in order,

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It has been about 3 years since I attended a race at LPS. Got so bad there that I could not hold my breath long enough to pee in :26:DA's:26: so-called rest room on the pit side of the track.

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Spiker owns a Plumbing company and that is one of the first situations to get attention!!!!! His wife DEMANDS it!!!!! lol

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Originally Posted by GOFOBROKE:
Spiker owns a Plumbing company and that is one of the first situations to get attention!!!!! His wife DEMANDS it!!!!! lol

The easy solution for that would be to drop a bomb in the men's ********* and start fresh on Monday!:16:19::15:

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Originally Posted by mud packer:
the easy solution for that would be to drop a bomb in the men's ********* and start fresh on monday!:16:19::15:

with da in it :3::3:

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Originally Posted by terrehautian:
you may get your wish walls. 90% chance.

Since no one answered my question...is da in charge of any other tracks?

Edit 2: Maybe a trip to lps is in order,

yes he is in charge of twin cities at north vernon..but has nothing really to do with it on sat nights

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Now Lloyd, if it rains tomorrow at LPS, then what the heck am I going to write about in my racing page for the newspaper? I suppose I could just run a file photo of the ol #1 bomber in victory lane huh? :3:

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Originally Posted by ROSS:
Very Exciting I wonder if possibly DA will dump North Vernon Next. I sure missed Putnamville can't wait to get back now. Have to agree Sunday would be sweet but I'm just happy to have a real owner for the place.:32:

Lets hope so!

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Do I really need to say how I feel!!!:6::8::32:

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I for one welcome one less Sat night track, I think all will benifit from it.

I thank Spiker for taking over PVille, I had sworn it off after what that man (DA) put everone in attendance the last event I attended and what he had done to people I considered friends (Arrest ect or threats of for BS)

And no, as far as I know, DA runs no tracks now. Twin Cities is run by Mason Fleetwood and family under what agreement, I don't know.

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Really glad I can now go back to the track now. I wrote off the place a few years back and have not been back since. I can now put it back on my track list options. IF VCS does cut sprints, PLEASE run some specials from time to time at least.

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[QUOTE=Charles Nungester;115927]I for one welcome one less Sat night track, I think all will benifit from it.

Well i'm glad you think that us that live in illinois will benefit from it cuz I don't see it....

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Nice run at Beaver Dam last night, Mike. :8:

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I agree with Mike Hess, how is this good for anyone in Illinois. Of all the Sat tracks, VCS has the others covered. Each track has plenty of cars, so why would anyone think one less is better? At VCS he could run sprints any night of the week and there will be enough cars. And Spiker Promotions doesnt stand a chance on a Friday running tin tops only, a lot of those fans are fixtures at Don Hammers Farmer City Raceway.

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[QUOTE=MHess;115957]

Originally Posted by Charles Nungester:
I for one welcome one less Sat night track, I think all will benifit from it.

Well i'm glad you think that us that live in illinois will benefit from it cuz I don't see it....

We have raced 17 nights this year in Ill. and it is July. What hurts the most is we never put the wing on the car just trying to support none wing sprints in Ill. Now I'm some what regetting not going to the wing shows in Jacksonville and just running Danville. It seems the more we try to support a track the sooner they cut us. The future of sprints at Jacksonville is really in question, and now with this news it's a shame. I was hopeing that sprints car racing was making a come back in Ill. Heck we had sprint week and it was started by Don Hammer who only runs fenders. This is such a great day Happy 4th let the fireworks start.:15:

think ole da will try and run tommorrow if he gets rained out...taking any bets
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I would if I was him or if I was Spiker I would want him to so I could tell everyone what the plan is

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i hope they do try too

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What a kick in the balls to all sprint car racers in Illinois! I feel sorry for all the racers that have supported the speedway all season long... Joe Spiker lied to all racers, especially the sprint cars. He built this thing up and guaranteed that his place was going to be "The Sprint Car Track" for the next three years. What a lying sack of poop! Several people purchased sprint cars and committed to running his track because they believed what he told them. In my mind this makes him no better than Dave Allison, both being liars! I have several questions for the VCS people..
1. How do you pay the points fund? There are new chassis setting there for a couple of class champs, will the current point leaders be the 2009 champs and recieve the tropheys, money, and chassis.
2. Will the MSCS race that is scheduled be honored or canceled?
3. Will any Illinois cars that were stuck in the ass by the speedway owner go and support him at Putnamville?

I GUESS TIME WILL TELL

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im sure they will get everything that he said they were going to get..dont blame him...he cannot buy vcs it will always be a rental somebodys dumps a boatload of money in a track and it isnt his
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Originally Posted by Wallsracing:
im sure they will get everything that he said they were going to get..dont blame him...he cannot buy vcs it will always be a rental somebodys dumps a boatload of money in a track and it isnt his
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also he will now drive 5 miles to a place he owns and is able to do what ever he wants with out asking anyone else compared to driving 70 miles to a place he rented and had to get someones permission to change anything.

who can say they would not do the same

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Originally Posted by starlene:
Why don't all you speculators get off your as--s and give joe a call. Maybe instead of listening to people who think they know everything DO . the right thing and find out from the source. attend a drivers meeting, ask the right questions to the right people and get the answers straight from the source.

I have. ;):2: that's why I know nothing has been officially cut from VCS.

YOO HOO... JOE SPIKER OWNS LPS!!!! As Mr. Happy stated in an earlier post... OMFG There really is a Santa Claus.

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Originally Posted by Bill Gardner:
I have. ;):2: that's why I know nothing has been officially cut from VCS.

YOO HOO... JOE SPIKER OWNS LPS!!!! As Mr. Happy stated in an earlier post... OMFG There really is a Santa Claus.

Hey Bill since you seem to know more than most how about a definative answer OWNS or LEASE?