You definitly make a lot of sinse with what you are saying. From what I understand the Tulsa Shootout is the same way. I will be attending both as a spectator this year and can't wait. I made my first trip to the Chili Bowl last year and I will never miss another as long as I am physically able. I have to say...Hahn puts on an incredible show...but the purse for how many cars and such is low compared to, like what you said, the knoxville nats. Again, I'm not bashing the event at all because it has been my favorite racing experience next to "The 66" micro race this last summer.

In general Midget purses need to be increased. Heck, it costs more to run a midget than a sprint. JMO ....Can't wait for the Shootout and the Chili Bowl!