Originally Posted by brsteg:
When 1 to go singal is given; that is the sign to the stands to sit down. When the speedway is green meat in the seat.
Standing to see a wreck is also stupid, because you have to take attention off the events to make the decision to stand. Maybe it's more automatic for some so I live with it.
But standing for the start, restarts, and finish is an annoying A hole thing to do. You aren't showing your passion, you're showing a lack of respect for everyone else's view and good time.
I don't know how it became culture in NASCAR, but it needs to be halted and explained and corrected so it doesn't take over bigger short track events.
If it's yellow and your back and butt need a break; have at it. If you complain about people standing during yellow, the A hole role has flipped.
Sir, you summed it up quite correctly and precisely from start to finish. My wife thanks you!
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Originally Posted by ISF:
Thankfully it is part of the show with the World of Outlaws; as Johnny announces, we asked you to stand and now we ask you to sit for the start so that everyone around you can enjoy.
That needs to be adapted to all major national traveling series like USAC, Lucas Oil Late Models, etc. as enthusiasm grows, grounds generally grow and become more diverse. It's the culture you present. Have a good time, but be respectful of everyone else's good time.
True that!
It seems to become more pervasive as time goes by and contacting promoter's regarding this problem would probably start a trend in the right direction. As you indicate, the announcers could alleviate much of the problem if they would. But, unfortunately, some do just the opposite.
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