I don't think most people realize the cost of the sport and how much more money wing racing gets just to show up. Wing racing has set a precedent for how much money they will race for. Why should local Indiana tracks raise their pay when top level talent continues to come for the measly $1400-$1500 to win and $200 to start?

I am of the opinion that the Non Wing guys would race for ham sandwiches! Put me in the "Non-Wing" category. Other than reading the race results, I never watched it until I got Flo TV. I have found myself watching the All Stars but truth be told the main reason is watching Tyler Courtney. Guy is a talent, plain and simple. Being around the sport for years has lead me to believe there is some unknown caste system built into USAC. There is a large crowd of super talented people behind the scenes. The engine building, fabrication and overall grasp of racing science is second to none.

At the end of the day I am just a fan. I truly love the sport.