Indiana Speedweek

davidm · 1/14/10, 12:00 PM

I've not much to add as it's been very well covered, but the Hoosier Hospitality I've experienced at all the tracks I've attended is second to now. You'll have a great time! I'm coming in for both Midget and Sprint week this year from Baltimore. I can't wait!

Mud Packer · 1/14/10, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris Nunn

There is electric available at Brownstown

Thanks Chris. I wasn't aware of that since we haven't camped there yet. Key word there is "yet". Maybe we will see you then.

berks co · 1/14/10, 2:57 PM

My first trip to Indy last year was great, might consider some midgets this year, GO BUCKWALTER, what are the dates for this week of high speed & thrills.

racefan20 · 1/14/10, 3:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Z-man

USAC Indiana SPRINT WEEK
There is a group that travels and camps at the tracks, the most knowledgable member would be Sprinter, he is a little short legged and a little nervous at times(wears gloves to prevent from licking palms raw) but he has seen his share of races and would be willing to help you plan a most memorable week.

Yep and tie a potato chip to your ass and he will follow you anywhere!

davidm · 1/14/10, 5:31 PM

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Originally Posted by berks co

My first trip to Indy last year was great, might consider some midgets this year, GO BUCKWALTER, what are the dates for this week of high speed & thrills.

Midget Week info:
Jun 16 @ Gas City, IN Gas City I-69 Speedway 1/4 D Night
Jun 17 @ Putnamville, IN Lincoln Park Speedway 5/16 D Night
Jun 18 @ Bloomington, IN Bloomington Speedway 1/4 D Night
Jun 19 @ Lawrenceburg, IN Lawrenceburg Speedway 1/4 D Night
Jun 20 @Kokomo, IN Kokomo Speedway 1/4 D Night

Al Pierce · 1/14/10, 6:27 PM

Not intending to pick any nits from the previous very informative posts, but if you intend to have RV hookups at Terre Haute (they have water and mostly 20 amp, but some 30 amp; no sewer or dump) in selected areas, you will probably want to call ahead for reservations during Sprint Week. See their website for phone number. They have a charge for hookups.
Lawrenceburg on the other hand has free 15/20 amp and water. Take plenty of water hose and electrical cord for either place. Also a water Y and electrical devices for any situation. You may be sharing a water spigot and electrical outlet. Have fun

1/14/10, 6:34 PM

:2: Thanks for all the info guys. As of now it looks like I will make Brownstown, Bloomington, and Haubstadt for sure. Maybe Terre Haute on the 14th. Depending on how much vacation I have left I might try to make more. I've been to Haubstadt many, many times. Always a well run show. The John Deere parade truly is impressive. Also been to Terra Haute once. Frankie Kerr put on one hell of a show. He woud work his way to the front and then get spun out, go to the back and do it again. At least two times if not three...

As far as the camping goes. The hold tankes on my camper are not very big. Any suggestions on where I might be able to empty them. I know around here Love's Travel Centers have dump stations.

I may also try and make a couple of the midget shows.

Once again, thanks for the help. I'm sure I will have a lot more questions between now anf this summer.

Fathead

D.O. · 1/14/10, 7:23 PM

Tuesday is an off night. Look for something to pop up for that night.

bullring · 1/14/10, 7:27 PM

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Originally Posted by fathead19

:2: Thanks for all the info guys. As of now it looks like I will make Brownstown, Bloomington, and Haubstadt for sure. Maybe Terre Haute on the 14th. Depending on how much vacation I have left I might try to make more. I've been to Haubstadt many, many times. Always a well run show. The John Deere parade truly is impressive. Also been to Terra Haute once. Frankie Kerr put on one hell of a show. He woud work his way to the front and then get spun out, go to the back and do it again. At least two times if not three...

As far as the camping goes. The hold tankes on my camper are not very big. Any suggestions on where I might be able to empty them. I know around here Love's Travel Centers have dump stations.

I may also try and make a couple of the midget shows.

Once again, thanks for the help. I'm sure I will have a lot more questions between now anf this summer.

Fathead

Whereabouts you from anyway? Just wondering cause you said you were from a fendered area.

Jonr · 1/14/10, 10:17 PM

I agree with the other posts. Midget week was great. It is not often that sprint cars are the support series.

If you are going to make the trip, you need to plan for a 1/2 day at the Indy 500. Museum is pretty neat, but the tour is really cool. With the tour you get to go to the press area, the scoring area, a drive through the pit area, and they stop on the front straight and you can kiss the bricks.

1/14/10, 12:00 PM	#11 Re: Indiana Speedweek
davidm Senior Member Race Count This Year: 21 Race Count Last Year: 23 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 12,509	I've not much to add as it's been very well covered, but the Hoosier Hospitality I've experienced at all the tracks I've attended is second to now. You'll have a great time! I'm coming in for both Midget and Sprint week this year from Baltimore. I can't wait!

1/14/10, 2:57 PM	#13 Re: Indiana Speedweek
berks co Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 304	My first trip to Indy last year was great, might consider some midgets this year, GO BUCKWALTER, what are the dates for this week of high speed & thrills.

1/14/10, 6:27 PM	#16 Re: Indiana Speedweek
Al Pierce Senior Member Race Count This Year: 49 Race Count Last Year: 43 Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,423	Not intending to pick any nits from the previous very informative posts, but if you intend to have RV hookups at Terre Haute (they have water and mostly 20 amp, but some 30 amp; no sewer or dump) in selected areas, you will probably want to call ahead for reservations during Sprint Week. See their website for phone number. They have a charge for hookups. Lawrenceburg on the other hand has free 15/20 amp and water. Take plenty of water hose and electrical cord for either place. Also a water Y and electrical devices for any situation. You may be sharing a water spigot and electrical outlet. Have fun

1/14/10, 6:34 PM	#17 Re: Indiana Speedweek
fathead19 Posts: n/a	:2: Thanks for all the info guys. As of now it looks like I will make Brownstown, Bloomington, and Haubstadt for sure. Maybe Terre Haute on the 14th. Depending on how much vacation I have left I might try to make more. I've been to Haubstadt many, many times. Always a well run show. The John Deere parade truly is impressive. Also been to Terra Haute once. Frankie Kerr put on one hell of a show. He woud work his way to the front and then get spun out, go to the back and do it again. At least two times if not three... As far as the camping goes. The hold tankes on my camper are not very big. Any suggestions on where I might be able to empty them. I know around here Love's Travel Centers have dump stations. I may also try and make a couple of the midget shows. Once again, thanks for the help. I'm sure I will have a lot more questions between now anf this summer. Fathead

1/14/10, 7:23 PM	#18 Re: Indiana Speedweek
D.O. Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 2,915	Tuesday is an off night. Look for something to pop up for that night.

1/14/10, 10:17 PM	#20 Re: Indiana Speedweek
Jonr Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 1,698	I agree with the other posts. Midget week was great. It is not often that sprint cars are the support series. If you are going to make the trip, you need to plan for a 1/2 day at the Indy 500. Museum is pretty neat, but the tour is really cool. With the tour you get to go to the press area, the scoring area, a drive through the pit area, and they stop on the front straight and you can kiss the bricks.