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Serate
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08-21-2001

Friday, August 17, 2007 - 5:35 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Serate a private message Print Post    
Nah we didn't watch the race [see your folder]. You see Tony knew you'd hate it that you almost went but didn't so be didn't want you to be upset even more that Jeff won so Tony did the honors and won himself. See what a nice guy he is??? *L*

Dbald
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08-04-2007

Tuesday, August 28, 2007 - 7:58 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dbald a private message Print Post    
Looks like I found the NASCAR thread, but doesn't look like anyone has used it in a couple weeks...well at least I found it.

Beachcomber
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08-26-2003

Wednesday, August 29, 2007 - 10:46 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Beachcomber a private message Print Post    
Dbald, you have to wait for a good wreck or fight to get activity here. A "I hate Jeff" or "I hate Jr." would probably stir things up pretty good too!

I watched a couple of the ESPN Ultimate Nascar shows this week and was crying like a baby when DW was talking about going to Rockingham the week after Big E died. The driver's buses are parked in a certain order at the tracks, with champions parked in the choice spots. He and Big E used to always park their buses next door to each other and when he pulled in at Rockingham there was a big 3 flower arrangement in Big E's spot. He said (through many tears and long pauses to gather himself) that he turned around and had to leave. It was very emotional to hear DW and Richard Childress speak of Dale's death.

Dbald
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08-04-2007

Wednesday, August 29, 2007 - 11:14 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dbald a private message Print Post    
That Daytona 500 was the first race I ever saw...14 years with hubby arguing about watching cars go left all day and God forbid he mention spending money on a ticket to go watch one. Daughter goes to college I am alone with him and son and feeling a need to have a common ground so I watch a race, get hooked (not because of wreck, left right after race didnt know till 11 that night Senior was dead), but hubby got to go to first race that year and we normally try to go to 2 or 3 a year, at least hit Homestead everyyear. I wish i could have seen Senior race. I love watching Jr and hate what is happening between him and DEI. I didnt completely agree until I heard DW say he was there when Sr. opened the shop and he said "this one is for the boy" singling Jr out, then I sided with him completely. It is awful to see something that started out as a father/son venture turn into a business and what the hell is a global vice president doing in a nascar business anyways. ok...i vented...now I did hate Jeff, but as a Jr. fan, we are now teammates, so I am coming around, that and his co host gig on Regis and Kelly was really good. Thanks for the reply, maybe well talk again later...cuz i am wild for NASCAR, our whole family is and I love all the retrospec shows, just not the one playing on abc, seems they only concentrate on 2 drivers.

Mictay
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09-29-2006

Wednesday, August 29, 2007 - 12:11 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mictay a private message Print Post    
I think they are going to have JJ,TS and KH on soon!Next week I think.It's an ok show,I'm not a JPM fan so i've suffered threw it,but I liked seeing MM,I felt awful for him watching the guys race and he weren't there.

GO JIMMIE JOHNSON!!

Roxip
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01-29-2004

Wednesday, August 29, 2007 - 1:45 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
The first season I watched NASCAR it was the final race of the season that totally hooked me (old story...was dating a guy who loved racing so guess what we spent Sunday afternoon watching?)...Dale Sr. and Rusty Wallace were neck and neck for the points lead, the last race of the season (I think it was Atlanta) Rusty wins the race and Dale wins the championship. They do a victory lap together around the track...does it get any better than that? The sportsmanship that these two veterans showed that season absolutely won my heart (and Rusty's good looks didn't hurt either). Those two black cars...I'm such a sucker! Been watching ever since, although it has been a struggle since Rusty retired...but at least Tony Stewart has been running good. I've vacillated between him and Jr.

I think that was also the year that Alan Kuicki (sorry for the spelling error) and Davy Alison both died in airplace accidents (or it may have been the next year). That was an an emotional thing to watch and seeing how all the racers honored them has further cemented me to watching the best sport on television.

And even better in person!

(And oh, the guy is long gone...good riddance...but thanks for hooking me on NASCAR)

Beachcomber
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08-26-2003

Wednesday, August 29, 2007 - 3:22 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Beachcomber a private message Print Post    
Dbald, I wish you could have seen Big E race. When he came from 17th to first in just 2 (or 3?) laps at Talledagha, I was pacing in front of the tv screaming like an idiot! It was a thing of beauty to see that man take that car places that no one else would ever dare to, there was a move one race where he threaded his car between Kyle Petty and another driver and blew their doors off. I really miss him and hate what is happening at DEI (or TEI as it is known around Charlotte!).

If you ever get a chance, I would recommend watching the Stock Car Legends reunion show (I think it is out on DVD now). It was taped numerous years ago with DW, Buddy Baker, Ned Jarrett, Cale Yarborough, Bobby and Donnie Allison, several old media guys, and an old Nascar official. They sit around and tell some fantastic stories about the early days and I laughed so hard at the craziness. Buddy Baker had a great story about wrecking, being strapped on a gurney and flying out the backdoor of the ambulance as it went up the track to the exit. The race had restarted and he was rolling on the gurney down the track trying to wave his hands so that the oncoming cars could see him. He ended up in the infield upside down with a mouthful of mud! LOL!!

Roxip
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01-29-2004

Friday, August 31, 2007 - 11:31 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
Oh no, best Big E moment ever...he rolls his car, gets out, gets in the ambulance, looks at the #3, sees it is sitting top side up with all the tires still on it...and gets in and DRIVES it back to the pits! Man was amazing. He was a mean, snarling S*B in a racecar and it made watching him race amazing. Drivers truly were "intimidated" when they saw him in their rear-view mirror.

Roxip
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01-29-2004

Thursday, September 06, 2007 - 10:33 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
The world as we know it has ended when Joe Gibb Racing goes to Toyota. I just don't know if I can cheer on Tony if he is driving one of them durned "furren" cars.

I guess I'll go sign up to become an official member of the Jr. Nation.

Mictay
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09-29-2006

Thursday, September 06, 2007 - 12:14 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mictay a private message Print Post    
Did anyone catch the Dale movie the other night?I thought it was great!

Happygal
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11-15-2004

Friday, September 07, 2007 - 3:10 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Happygal a private message Print Post    
Roxip - you could join us "Jeffy" fans. But you need to bring a helmet and other protective gear.

Watching2
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07-07-2001

Friday, September 07, 2007 - 7:47 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Watching2 a private message Print Post    
Yeah Roxip!! Dale Dr. will be with HMS and you betcha he's gonna get hooked up with some decent engines and no more of those stupid DNFs!!! Jeffy, Jimmie and Casey are welcoming him with open arms, so just join us on the Hendrick crew. :-)

Jeff is my #1, but I do like Tony. He cracks me up. At least all of his OWN cars will still be Chevys and I just can't see not liking him because he's in a foreign car. Although, I really wonder how much more foreign Toyota is than our "American cars." So much of their things are outsourced (look what's happened to our auto workers) so with Toyota having a plant here in the U.S., they may be only a tad bit MORE foreign than the others.

I'm a weird one. I like the the "good boys," the "bad boys" and the ones in between. I have several drivers I like besides Jeff and Tony. Gotta add all the HMS drivers, minus Kyle...cuz well.. you know..it's Kyle and he'll be gone next year. LOL

I really like Carl Edwards, Jeff Burton, Mark Martin, Denny Hamlin, and I'm going to really DUCK on this one... but I even like Robby Gordon because he can drive ANYTHING. I know I left some people off my list, but I think you get the idea.

I will say this though, I may like Jeff and Tony, but when it's between them, it's gotta be Jeff! I about went into mourning after the Watkins Glen race. I almost went to it and I would have been one of the people just about crying among all the people cheering when he spun out with 2 laps to go.

GO JEFF!!!! GO TEAM 24!!!! WIN FOR US AT RICHMOND!!!! DRIVE FOR FIVE, BABY!!!!!!

Roxip
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01-29-2004

Monday, September 10, 2007 - 6:57 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
Well, I'm sorry, but I've spent too many years NOT liking Jeff Gordon (as a driver of course, don't know him personally so I'm not passing judgment on him as a person) to go to the dark side now...or since I'm a Tony fan I might already be on the dark side...LOL! I am looking forward to Dale Jr. going to Hendricks though because I personally think he will dominate in that organization. Teresa must have lost her ever-loving mind!

I was a Rusty Wallace fan for years (as I've perhaps mentioned a FEW times before) but I also have other favorites. I've had a soft spot for Bobby Labonte (since he's a Texan), Jeff Burton, Elliott Sadler, always love to hear a Jimmy Spencer interview, and even admit to liking Robby Gordon too.

Jr. gave us an exciting race up until the end last week...I was almost happy that his engine blew up since he was mathmatically eliminated anyway. Didn't have to wonder about the would've beens, could've beens.

I'm pulling for Tony in the Chase. Or Jeff Burton.

Ketchuplover
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08-30-2000

Monday, September 10, 2007 - 2:39 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Ketchuplover a private message Print Post    
OK

Roxip
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01-29-2004

Wednesday, September 12, 2007 - 6:07 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
actually the only nascar driver that I truly, truly, TRULY don't want ever to see on my screen again is Jeff Green. He just drives me crazy during his interviews...he always refers to himself in the third person. Jeff Green is going to get in the car and drive himself to victory lane...Jeff Green's team is going to...stuff like that!

Watching2
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07-07-2001

Sunday, September 16, 2007 - 9:46 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Watching2 a private message Print Post    
ROFL Roxip. That's pretty sad!! LOL

Roxip
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01-29-2004

Thursday, September 20, 2007 - 12:45 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Roxip a private message Print Post    
Darn it! Dale Jr. was in town yesterday -- less than a mile away -- and Native_Texan and I missed the opportunity to go and break into the Dallas Convention Center and steal him away! Heavy sigh.

Konamouse
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07-16-2001

Friday, September 21, 2007 - 5:25 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Konamouse a private message Print Post    
Since konashark hasn't been in here for awhile, I'll say it for him.

Clint WON!! (he was jumping all up and down and so thrilled about last Sunday).

Imbewitched
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03-08-2002

Monday, September 24, 2007 - 7:53 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Imbewitched a private message Print Post    
I have just bought tickets for my very first live NASCAR race. I'm going to Texas Motor Speedway on Nov. 4th. I am soooooo excited. Since it is my first time, I was wondering if ya'll could give me some suggestions of things that I should bring that would make the race the best it can be. I know I will need earplugs. lol I would appreciate your suggestions. Thanks in advance.

Beachcomber
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08-26-2003

Monday, September 24, 2007 - 8:42 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Beachcomber a private message Print Post    
Babywipes always come in handy to clean your seat if it gets sticky from spilt beer, clean your hands in the bathroom, or double as toilet paper in case it runs out. Have fun and be sure to post about your experience afterwards!

Imbewitched
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03-08-2002

Monday, September 24, 2007 - 12:45 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Imbewitched a private message Print Post    
Thank you. That's a great idea.

Watching2
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07-07-2001

Monday, September 24, 2007 - 1:46 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Watching2 a private message Print Post    
Another thing you might want to check on is what restrictions there are in the stands as far as cooler size, etc. I know at The Glen they have to be under a certain size and fit under your feet. Also, they'll go through your purse, etc., but they don't allow backpacks. You have to have some kind of "clear" bag under a certain size. Hope you have a great time!!

Alwayzmovin
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11-06-2003

Monday, September 24, 2007 - 5:01 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Alwayzmovin a private message Print Post    
DH and I will be at Kansas Speedway this coming weekend. We have great seats, course won't use them much, since people feel the need to stand up for most of the race. We've got our soft sided coolers awaiting and the weather is to be great!

Oldtex
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03-06-2006

Monday, September 24, 2007 - 7:58 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Oldtex a private message Print Post    
Bewitched, I've been to 3 races at Texas. First, be prepared for any type of weather. Oh, I just checked and see that you are from Texas, so you already know about the weather LOL!

Coolers - If you are planning on bringing you own drinks (sodas, beer, water or whatever) be sure it is one of those skinny ones and they usually say they are NASCAR approved somewhere on them. Mine is out in our garage (hubby is asleep) so I'm not sure of the dimensions. ONE cooler per person. The cooler will fit under your seat.

Head out early! Traffic should be bumper to bumper and slow. Just chill out and enjoy watching the people in the cars next to you!

Handi Wipes are a good idea - but you will be very surprised at the abundance of Women's Restrooms and they have stalls that go on forever! The Men's Restrooms are now the ones that have waiting lines!

Take and wear sunscreen! I got a terrible sunburn there in November.

Since this is your first race, don't expect what you see on TV. I can't really explain it but it is truly a different and great experience. You actually feel the cars and the smell (from the fuel) lets you know you are definitely there.

Oh, yes, and if you (or someone else is driving) make a note (and do it on a little note pad) of where you parked your car! Wear your most comfortable walking shoes.

If I remember, I'll get the measurements of the cooler, we got ours at Wal Mart. And if I think of anything else I'll post and let you know.

Most of all, have a great time! It's like nothing else.

Imbewitched
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03-08-2002

Tuesday, September 25, 2007 - 9:10 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Imbewitched a private message Print Post    
Hi Oldtex, Watching and Alwayzmovin. I checked out the tracks website and sure enough there are limitations on the cooler size. 14X14X14 it says. I don't think I have ever seen a cooler of those diminsions. lol So thanks so much Oldtex for telling me where to look and for all of your other really good suggestions.

What about stadium seats? Should we bother hauling them? Or will it be like Alwaz says and we will be standing most of the time?

Alwaz I hope you and your DH have a great time at the race this weekend!

Oldtex, we were just talking last night about the weather. I figure I won't even think about what to wear before the week of the race and even then, as you know, anything can happen here. lol