Would you like to attend a live NASCAR race? If you would, you are definitely not alone. A large number of race fans would love to see a race live and in-person, but many are unable to do so. This is mostly due in part to costs. Yes, it can be expensive to attend a NASCAR race, but did you know that there are ways in which you can go about saving money on your tickets?
As nice as it is to hear that there are ways that you and other NASCAR fans can save money on NASCAR tickets, you may be looking for more information, like how you can go about doing so. For starters, you will want to make your ticket purchases as soon as possible. The closer it gets to a popular event, like a NASCAR race, the more scalpers are able to take control. Scalpers are individuals who purchase tickets to sporting events with the sole purpose of reselling them for a much higher price later on.
Another easy way that you can go about attending a NASCAR race, while saving money at the same time, is by examining all seating options. As with many other popular events, such as other sporting events and concerts, you will find that different seats or sections often have different price tags attached to them. Of course, you will want to try and get the best seat in the house, but you may want to shift your focus a little bit. Instead, search for the best seats that are priced within your budget.
Visiting online auction websites is another easy way that you can go about finding affordable NASCAR tickets. Online auction websites are ideal, as they make it easy for you to compare ticket prices, all within a matter of minutes. Although it is more than possible for you to find cheap NASCAR tickets on online auction websites, like eBay, you also need to use caution. Most online auction websites allow sellers to set their own prices. Some individuals may set their ticket prices at a ridiculously high amount, essentially, making them an online scalper.
Another great way to go about finding and buying cheap NASCAR tickets is by asking around. Most diehard NASCAR fans purchase their tickets in advance. Unfortunately, sometimes, plans change or emergencies arise. If you know of any NASCAR fans who have tickets for a race, but cannot attend, be sure to speak with them. They may have wanted to simply give their tickets away to someone that they know, but offer to buy the tickets instead.
Speaking of buying tickets from NASCAR fans who are ticket holders, but who are unable to attend the race in question, be sure to checkout your local newspapers. Those who wish to recoup a portion of their costs often turn to their newspaper classified section. This is where most will advertise any tickets that they have for sale. When using your newspaper classified section, as with online auction websites, you will want to proceed with caution. However, most individuals will ask for a fair amount for their tickets, if not an amount that is less than what they originally paid.
As highlighted above, there are a number of ways that you can go about finding NASCAR tickets for sale that are relatively affordable to purchase. As a reminder, when looking to receive something at a discounted price, including NASCAR tickets, use your best judgment.
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Thursday, March 18, 2010
How to Meet Other NASCAR Fans
Are you a fan of the sport of racing? If you are, do you have other friends or family members who are also fans of NASCAR? Since NASCAR is a sport has that seen an increase in popularity, there is a good chance that you do. With that being said, you may be looking for more. If so, you may want to continue reading on. A few of the many ways that you can go about meeting other NASCAR fans, just like yourself, are highlighted below.
For meeting other NASCAR fans locally and in-person you may want to checkout your local bars or local sports bars. This is due to fact that a large number of NASCAR fans like going out to have a good time to watch a race. Many like to have a nice meal or a few drinks. During football season, you may find some difficulty finding a sports bar that still airs NASCAR races, but it is more than possible to do.
In keeping with meeting other NASCAR fans in-person, you can do so by attending live NASCAR races. Of course, you may be able to socialize with those sitting near you at the track, but you may want to do so beforehand too. Many NASCAR fans love to host and attend tailgating parties. A great way to meet other NASCAR fans is to have a tailgating party yourself and invite others to join you and your family or you and your group of friends.
Although meeting other NASCAR fans locally and in-person is nice, many do not have the time or the extra money needed to attend live NASCAR races or spend each weekend at a sports bar. If you are one of those individuals, you may want to turn to the internet instead. When using the internet to help you meet other NASCAR fans you have a number of different options. Two of those options involve joining online message boards and online groups that focus on NASCAR racing.
Online message boards are a great way to meet and socialize with other NASCAR fans. A racing or a NASCAR themed message board can easily be found with a standard internet search. When performing your standard internet search, search with phrases such as “NASCAR forum,” or “NASCAR message board.” When it comes to online message boards, just about any topics are discussed, including race recaps, race predictions, and much more.
As for online groups that focus on racing or NASCAR racing in particular, they are similar in nature to online message boards; however, a different format is typically used. Many group members discuss upcoming races, their favorite drivers, share personal experiences at the track, as well as share media items, such as videos with each other. Depending on where you look online, you may even be able to find online groups that focus on specific drivers, such as Dale Earnhardt Jr.
As highlighted above, there are a number of different ways that you can go about meeting other NASCAR fans. These are individuals who you may enjoy talking about the great sport of NASCAR racing with. As a reminder, however, it is important that you display caution, especially when looking to meet someone that you know met online. When dealing with people who you are unfamiliar with, even NASCAR fans, it is best to use your best judgment. Always meet in a public place and never divulge too much personal information about yourself, especially at first.
For meeting other NASCAR fans locally and in-person you may want to checkout your local bars or local sports bars. This is due to fact that a large number of NASCAR fans like going out to have a good time to watch a race. Many like to have a nice meal or a few drinks. During football season, you may find some difficulty finding a sports bar that still airs NASCAR races, but it is more than possible to do.
In keeping with meeting other NASCAR fans in-person, you can do so by attending live NASCAR races. Of course, you may be able to socialize with those sitting near you at the track, but you may want to do so beforehand too. Many NASCAR fans love to host and attend tailgating parties. A great way to meet other NASCAR fans is to have a tailgating party yourself and invite others to join you and your family or you and your group of friends.
Although meeting other NASCAR fans locally and in-person is nice, many do not have the time or the extra money needed to attend live NASCAR races or spend each weekend at a sports bar. If you are one of those individuals, you may want to turn to the internet instead. When using the internet to help you meet other NASCAR fans you have a number of different options. Two of those options involve joining online message boards and online groups that focus on NASCAR racing.
Online message boards are a great way to meet and socialize with other NASCAR fans. A racing or a NASCAR themed message board can easily be found with a standard internet search. When performing your standard internet search, search with phrases such as “NASCAR forum,” or “NASCAR message board.” When it comes to online message boards, just about any topics are discussed, including race recaps, race predictions, and much more.
As for online groups that focus on racing or NASCAR racing in particular, they are similar in nature to online message boards; however, a different format is typically used. Many group members discuss upcoming races, their favorite drivers, share personal experiences at the track, as well as share media items, such as videos with each other. Depending on where you look online, you may even be able to find online groups that focus on specific drivers, such as Dale Earnhardt Jr.
As highlighted above, there are a number of different ways that you can go about meeting other NASCAR fans. These are individuals who you may enjoy talking about the great sport of NASCAR racing with. As a reminder, however, it is important that you display caution, especially when looking to meet someone that you know met online. When dealing with people who you are unfamiliar with, even NASCAR fans, it is best to use your best judgment. Always meet in a public place and never divulge too much personal information about yourself, especially at first.
How to Make a NASCAR Race a Fun Adventure at Home
Are you a NASCAR fan? If you are, you may enjoy attending NASCAR races. Unfortunately, most fans are unable to attend each and every race. Even if you are unable to attend a race, it does not mean that you cannot still enjoy one. There are a number of ways that you can make watching a NASCAR race a fun adventure, right from the comfort of your own home!
One of the many ways that you can have a fun adventure at home for a NASCAR race is by having a party. In fact, many race fans have small parties in their homes on race day. One of the best races to have a party for is the Daytona 500, which is commonly referred to as the super bowl of racing. No matter how large or small your race day party is, you will likely have more fun watching the race with others, as opposed to by yourself. For that reason, the next time that you must watch a NASCAR race from home, consider inviting a few friends over.
If you plan a NASCAR party or even if you just choose to watch the race by yourself or with your family, you will want to have plenty of snacks and drinks on hand. Most times, NASCAR races last at least two or three hours. Having a few snacks and drinks prepared and on hand will reduce the amount of time that you have to spend away from the television, missing all of the action.
Wearing your NASCAR merchandise or proudly displaying it is another great way to have a fun time watching a race from home. NASCAR makes it relatively easy to purchase team merchandise, including hats, shirts, sweatshirts, sweat pants, and much more. Wearing a shirt or even just a hat for your favorite driver can help to get you more interested in the race. It is also important to remember that NASCAR merchandise comes in a number of different formats. Aside from traditional clothing pieces, you can find and buy snack bowls, cups, plates, tablecloths, and even furniture that displays the colors, name, and number of your favorite driver!
Making a game out of watching a NASCAR race is another great way to create fun and excitement at home. This is ideal to do with both kids and adults. For example, you can all guess which driver will win or finish a specific lap in first place. Additional games can involve asking questions about the history of racing or a specific driver. If you are hosting a NASCAR race party, you may want to have fun prizes on hand for the winners of NASCAR games.
Buying extra NASCAR features that your television or internet may allow you to do is another great option. For example, DirecTV has a number of features available for NASCAR fans. One of these features includes an option that makes it appear as if you are right in the car with your favorite driver. A number of similar programs can also be found on NASCAR.com or by performing a standard internet search.
As highlighted above, there are a number of steps that you can take to make watching a NASCAR race fun and exciting. In fact, with a little bit of preparation, you may have just as much fun at home as you would at the track, but for a fraction of the cost.
One of the many ways that you can have a fun adventure at home for a NASCAR race is by having a party. In fact, many race fans have small parties in their homes on race day. One of the best races to have a party for is the Daytona 500, which is commonly referred to as the super bowl of racing. No matter how large or small your race day party is, you will likely have more fun watching the race with others, as opposed to by yourself. For that reason, the next time that you must watch a NASCAR race from home, consider inviting a few friends over.
If you plan a NASCAR party or even if you just choose to watch the race by yourself or with your family, you will want to have plenty of snacks and drinks on hand. Most times, NASCAR races last at least two or three hours. Having a few snacks and drinks prepared and on hand will reduce the amount of time that you have to spend away from the television, missing all of the action.
Wearing your NASCAR merchandise or proudly displaying it is another great way to have a fun time watching a race from home. NASCAR makes it relatively easy to purchase team merchandise, including hats, shirts, sweatshirts, sweat pants, and much more. Wearing a shirt or even just a hat for your favorite driver can help to get you more interested in the race. It is also important to remember that NASCAR merchandise comes in a number of different formats. Aside from traditional clothing pieces, you can find and buy snack bowls, cups, plates, tablecloths, and even furniture that displays the colors, name, and number of your favorite driver!
Making a game out of watching a NASCAR race is another great way to create fun and excitement at home. This is ideal to do with both kids and adults. For example, you can all guess which driver will win or finish a specific lap in first place. Additional games can involve asking questions about the history of racing or a specific driver. If you are hosting a NASCAR race party, you may want to have fun prizes on hand for the winners of NASCAR games.
Buying extra NASCAR features that your television or internet may allow you to do is another great option. For example, DirecTV has a number of features available for NASCAR fans. One of these features includes an option that makes it appear as if you are right in the car with your favorite driver. A number of similar programs can also be found on NASCAR.com or by performing a standard internet search.
As highlighted above, there are a number of steps that you can take to make watching a NASCAR race fun and exciting. In fact, with a little bit of preparation, you may have just as much fun at home as you would at the track, but for a fraction of the cost.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
How to Learn More About NASCAR Drivers
Are you a NASCAR fan who is relatively new to the sport? If you are, you may be looking for a favorite driver. After all, many racing fans are known for having one driver in particular that they throw their support behind. Whether you are looking for that driver or if you are a longtime fan of the sport who would just like to know more about a NASCAR driver, you be wondering how you can go about doing so.
The internet is a great way to go about learning more about NASCAR drivers. When using the internet, you and other race fans have a number of different options. You may want to first start with the NASCAR driver’s official online website. Most professional racers to have online websites and many have bio sections, which contain a lot of personal information. You can learn about a driver’s favorite racing moments, how they get started in racing, what pets they have and so forth. A standard internet search can help you find the official website of just about any NASCAR driver.
In keeping with the internet and standard internet searches, you may want to look for other websites, like fan websites. Many NASCAR fans build websites to support their favorite drivers. For most diehard NASCAR fans, a lot of time and research goes into creating these websites. While you will see some variations, you may find pictures of NASCAR drivers, interviews, clips of articles, racing stats, and much more listed.
Magazines are another way that you can go about learning more about NASCAR drivers. There are many sports magazines that cover racing, as well as few that have racing themes. These magazines often contain information on new or popular NASCAR drivers, as well as interviews. The internet is a great way to find information on these magazines. If you are a sports fan, you may want to consider buying a magazine subscription.
Printed books are another option, when looking to familiarize yourself with a NASCAR driver. Many NASCAR drivers, especially those that are popular and well known, have autobiographies written. This is a great way to learn more about a NASCAR driver. These books may be found in local libraries, book stores, and online. When using the internet, you may have the best luck performing a standard internet search with the driver’s name. For example, your search phrase may include “Tony Stewart books.”
One of the easiest ways to learn more about popular and well known NASCAR drivers is by watching a race on television. There are many NASCAR drivers who give television interviews before and after each race. These interviews can give you great insight into the personality of the driver in questions. This allows you to know more than just how they race or move on the track. Tune into before and after race coverage, which is often on the same television channel that the race is on.
As outlined below, you have a number of different options when looking to learn more about a NASCAR driver or a number of them. The good news is that all of these options are relatively easy to do. Whether you are a new fan looking for a favorite driver to support or if you are a longtime fan just looking to learn more about up and coming NASCAR drivers, you may enjoy the time spent learning more about NASCAR drivers and what drives their love for the sport.
The internet is a great way to go about learning more about NASCAR drivers. When using the internet, you and other race fans have a number of different options. You may want to first start with the NASCAR driver’s official online website. Most professional racers to have online websites and many have bio sections, which contain a lot of personal information. You can learn about a driver’s favorite racing moments, how they get started in racing, what pets they have and so forth. A standard internet search can help you find the official website of just about any NASCAR driver.
In keeping with the internet and standard internet searches, you may want to look for other websites, like fan websites. Many NASCAR fans build websites to support their favorite drivers. For most diehard NASCAR fans, a lot of time and research goes into creating these websites. While you will see some variations, you may find pictures of NASCAR drivers, interviews, clips of articles, racing stats, and much more listed.
Magazines are another way that you can go about learning more about NASCAR drivers. There are many sports magazines that cover racing, as well as few that have racing themes. These magazines often contain information on new or popular NASCAR drivers, as well as interviews. The internet is a great way to find information on these magazines. If you are a sports fan, you may want to consider buying a magazine subscription.
Printed books are another option, when looking to familiarize yourself with a NASCAR driver. Many NASCAR drivers, especially those that are popular and well known, have autobiographies written. This is a great way to learn more about a NASCAR driver. These books may be found in local libraries, book stores, and online. When using the internet, you may have the best luck performing a standard internet search with the driver’s name. For example, your search phrase may include “Tony Stewart books.”
One of the easiest ways to learn more about popular and well known NASCAR drivers is by watching a race on television. There are many NASCAR drivers who give television interviews before and after each race. These interviews can give you great insight into the personality of the driver in questions. This allows you to know more than just how they race or move on the track. Tune into before and after race coverage, which is often on the same television channel that the race is on.
As outlined below, you have a number of different options when looking to learn more about a NASCAR driver or a number of them. The good news is that all of these options are relatively easy to do. Whether you are a new fan looking for a favorite driver to support or if you are a longtime fan just looking to learn more about up and coming NASCAR drivers, you may enjoy the time spent learning more about NASCAR drivers and what drives their love for the sport.
How to Find and Buy NASCAR Tickets
Are you interested in attending a live NASCAR race? If you are, have you done so before? If you have never attended a NASCAR race before, you may be looking for some guidance, especially when it comes to making your ticket purchases. The good news is that NASCAR tickets can be purchased from a number of different locations. A few of these locations are outlined below for your convenience.
One of the best ways to get NASCAR tickets is by doing so through the track in question. This is actually one of the safest ways to buy NASCAR tickets, as you are buying tickets directly from the source. What you can do is contact the NASCAR track in question, either by phone or email. This will first allow you to determine if tickets can be purchased directly. You can also learn about payment options. For example, can you pay for your tickets online, over the phone, or can you wait until the day of the race?
The internet is also a great way to go about finding and buying NASCAR race tickets. When using the internet, you will find that you have a number of different options. One of those options involves visiting a reputable online ticket website, such as TicketMaster.com. As long as you do business with a reputable website, you can rest assure knowing that you are purchasing genuine NASCAR tickets and for the normal, standard rates.
In keeping with using the internet to find and buy NASCAR tickets, online auction websites should also be examined. With a little bit of research, online auction websites are a great way to find affordable NASCAR tickets. With that said, caution should be used. Online auction websites, like eBay, allow internet users set their own prices. Unfortunately, there are some greedy people out there, who can actually be referred to as amateur scalpers. Before buying NASCAR tickets on an online auction websites, be sure to compare prices first.
Newspaper classified sections should also be examined, when looking to purchase NASCAR tickets. If you live near a NASCAR track, you may be able to find tickets for sale through a third party. Often times, individuals selling tickets had intended on going to the race themselves, but then another event or family emergency came up. As with online auction websites, be sure to use your best judgment. Never send money without first seeing that the tickets do exist, either in person at a safe location or through pictures in an email message.
In keeping with examining your local newspaper, also look for bus rides, also commonly referred to as bus tours. These are events when you are able to buy NASCAR tickets and bus tickets. You are often able to pay one large sum, which may include race tickets as well as bus tickets. This type of arrangement is ideal for NASCAR fans who do not have another method of travel.
As highlighted above, you have a number of different options when looking to buy NASCAR tickets for an upcoming race. To help ensure that you get good seats, as well as fair ticket prices, be sure to start searching for race tickets early on. In fact, the day that you decide to attend a NASCAR race, you should buy your tickets if they are available for sale.
One of the best ways to get NASCAR tickets is by doing so through the track in question. This is actually one of the safest ways to buy NASCAR tickets, as you are buying tickets directly from the source. What you can do is contact the NASCAR track in question, either by phone or email. This will first allow you to determine if tickets can be purchased directly. You can also learn about payment options. For example, can you pay for your tickets online, over the phone, or can you wait until the day of the race?
The internet is also a great way to go about finding and buying NASCAR race tickets. When using the internet, you will find that you have a number of different options. One of those options involves visiting a reputable online ticket website, such as TicketMaster.com. As long as you do business with a reputable website, you can rest assure knowing that you are purchasing genuine NASCAR tickets and for the normal, standard rates.
In keeping with using the internet to find and buy NASCAR tickets, online auction websites should also be examined. With a little bit of research, online auction websites are a great way to find affordable NASCAR tickets. With that said, caution should be used. Online auction websites, like eBay, allow internet users set their own prices. Unfortunately, there are some greedy people out there, who can actually be referred to as amateur scalpers. Before buying NASCAR tickets on an online auction websites, be sure to compare prices first.
Newspaper classified sections should also be examined, when looking to purchase NASCAR tickets. If you live near a NASCAR track, you may be able to find tickets for sale through a third party. Often times, individuals selling tickets had intended on going to the race themselves, but then another event or family emergency came up. As with online auction websites, be sure to use your best judgment. Never send money without first seeing that the tickets do exist, either in person at a safe location or through pictures in an email message.
In keeping with examining your local newspaper, also look for bus rides, also commonly referred to as bus tours. These are events when you are able to buy NASCAR tickets and bus tickets. You are often able to pay one large sum, which may include race tickets as well as bus tickets. This type of arrangement is ideal for NASCAR fans who do not have another method of travel.
As highlighted above, you have a number of different options when looking to buy NASCAR tickets for an upcoming race. To help ensure that you get good seats, as well as fair ticket prices, be sure to start searching for race tickets early on. In fact, the day that you decide to attend a NASCAR race, you should buy your tickets if they are available for sale.
How to Find and Buy NASCAR Merchandise
Are you a NASCAR fan? If you are, are you a new fan? If so, you likely do not own any NASCAR merchandise. NASCAR merchandise is an important component of being a NASCAR fan, as racing fans are known for the amazing support they throw behind their favorite sport and drivers.
As previously stated, all NASCAR fans are urged to own NASCAR merchandise. Although standard racing merchandise is okay, you may want to examine hats, shirts, sweatshirts, and other items that display your favorite driver. Doing so not only provides fans with a certain level of pride, but drivers feel the same in knowing that they have fans out there. Those are just two of the many reasons why all racing fans are encouraged to buy NASCAR merchandise if they can afford to do so.
As nice as it is to know that you should buy NASCAR merchandise, you may be curious as to how you can go about doing so. The good news is that you have a number of different options. As NASCAR racing continues to increase in popularity, many fans are finding racing merchandise more readily available. A few of the many ways that you can go about buying merchandise, like clothing, that allows you to show your support for your favorite driver and the sport in general, are briefly touched on below.
Live NASCAR races are one of the many places in which NASCAR merchandise can be purchased. The good thing about purchasing merchandise from an event is that you are also able to have a souvenir of the race. This is something that many individuals, especially children, enjoy. Perhaps, the only downside to doing so is the cost. It is no secret that fans pay more money for merchandise and memorabilia at events. This is the same with all other sports, as well as concerts, not just for NASCAR racing.
NASCAR.com is another great place to find NASCAR merchandise available for sale. The official website for NASCAR has an online store. Making your purchases from here allows you to go straight to the source. Although you will find some great sales, many shoppers still say that the prices are relatively high. With that in mind, the selection of products is amazing. In addition to traditional items, such as clothing, racing themed home décor, home furniture, and office supplies can be purchased.
In addition to visiting the official website for NASCAR, you are also urged to checkout the rest of the internet. A number of other online retailers specialize in the selling of sports merchandise, including items for race fans. These websites can easily be found with a standard internet search. When performing your standard internet search, it is a good idea to be specific. For example, if you are looking for a ladies Tony Stewart hat, your search phrase should be just that. Online auction websites should also be examined.
Shopping locally is another great way to find NASCAR merchandise. There are many local stores, especially sports stores and department stores, that carry racing merchandise. Many are pleased with the affordable prices they are able to find. With that said, the only true downside to shopping locally is a limited product selection. In keeping with the example above, if you are looking for a pink ladies Tony Stewart hat, you may be unsuccessful in your local search. For specialty or unique items, the internet should be used.
The above mentioned ways are just a few of the many ways that you can go about finding new NASCAR merchandise available for sale. As an added tip, be sure to checkout your local thrift stores and yard sales, as well as online auction websites. Although most fans prefer buying new merchandise, used is great for affordability, for kids, as well as for merchandise that highlights retired drivers. For that reason, if you are interested in buying NASCAR merchandise, be sure to keep all of your options opened.
As previously stated, all NASCAR fans are urged to own NASCAR merchandise. Although standard racing merchandise is okay, you may want to examine hats, shirts, sweatshirts, and other items that display your favorite driver. Doing so not only provides fans with a certain level of pride, but drivers feel the same in knowing that they have fans out there. Those are just two of the many reasons why all racing fans are encouraged to buy NASCAR merchandise if they can afford to do so.
As nice as it is to know that you should buy NASCAR merchandise, you may be curious as to how you can go about doing so. The good news is that you have a number of different options. As NASCAR racing continues to increase in popularity, many fans are finding racing merchandise more readily available. A few of the many ways that you can go about buying merchandise, like clothing, that allows you to show your support for your favorite driver and the sport in general, are briefly touched on below.
Live NASCAR races are one of the many places in which NASCAR merchandise can be purchased. The good thing about purchasing merchandise from an event is that you are also able to have a souvenir of the race. This is something that many individuals, especially children, enjoy. Perhaps, the only downside to doing so is the cost. It is no secret that fans pay more money for merchandise and memorabilia at events. This is the same with all other sports, as well as concerts, not just for NASCAR racing.
NASCAR.com is another great place to find NASCAR merchandise available for sale. The official website for NASCAR has an online store. Making your purchases from here allows you to go straight to the source. Although you will find some great sales, many shoppers still say that the prices are relatively high. With that in mind, the selection of products is amazing. In addition to traditional items, such as clothing, racing themed home décor, home furniture, and office supplies can be purchased.
In addition to visiting the official website for NASCAR, you are also urged to checkout the rest of the internet. A number of other online retailers specialize in the selling of sports merchandise, including items for race fans. These websites can easily be found with a standard internet search. When performing your standard internet search, it is a good idea to be specific. For example, if you are looking for a ladies Tony Stewart hat, your search phrase should be just that. Online auction websites should also be examined.
Shopping locally is another great way to find NASCAR merchandise. There are many local stores, especially sports stores and department stores, that carry racing merchandise. Many are pleased with the affordable prices they are able to find. With that said, the only true downside to shopping locally is a limited product selection. In keeping with the example above, if you are looking for a pink ladies Tony Stewart hat, you may be unsuccessful in your local search. For specialty or unique items, the internet should be used.
The above mentioned ways are just a few of the many ways that you can go about finding new NASCAR merchandise available for sale. As an added tip, be sure to checkout your local thrift stores and yard sales, as well as online auction websites. Although most fans prefer buying new merchandise, used is great for affordability, for kids, as well as for merchandise that highlights retired drivers. For that reason, if you are interested in buying NASCAR merchandise, be sure to keep all of your options opened.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
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How to Find and Buy NASCAR Memorabilia
Are you a fan of NASCAR racing? If you are, do you collect NASCAR memorabilia? If you do not, you may want to start, as there are a number of benefits to doing so. Just a few of those benefits include showing support for the sport and you know and love, as well as the potential to make a profit.
Although you will find some variations, there are many individuals who claim that there is a difference between NASCAR merchandise and NASCAR memorabilia. Generally speaking, merchandise is items that we use and wear, such as home décor, home furniture, and clothing. On the other hand, memorabilia is typically used to define objects that have some value. Many professional NASCAR collectors and dealers, consider memorabilia to be limited edition model cars, die cast cars, and so forth
Now that you know just a few of the many reasons why you should collect NASCAR memorabilia, as well as what many consider it to be, you may be curious as to how you can go about doing so. After a close look, you will see that you have a number of different options. If you are looking to shop locally, examine specialty sports or racing stores, especially those that have a collectables theme. For local shops, use the internet, namely online business directories, or a local phone book.
In addition to using the internet to find information on local sport shops or collectors who may sell NASCAR memorabilia, you will want to use the internet to examine your shopping options as well. There are many sports collectors and specialty shops, with racing themes, that operate online. When taking this approach, you can search for generalized merchandise by performing a search with the phrase “NASCAR memorabilia,” or you can search for something in particular, such as a “limited edition die cast Dale Earnhardt car.”
Races are another great way that you can go about finding NASCAR memorabilia for sale. While most of the items that you will find for sale at a racetrack can technically be considered merchandise pieces, you may find memorabilia for sale as well. Many NASCAR tracks have shops onsite and other allows NASCAR dealers to temporarily set up shop. While there aren’t any guarantees, you may find a considerable amount of NASCAR memorabilia for sale at live race events.
Yard sales, thrift stores, flea markets, and online auction websites are just a few of the other ways that you can go about finding NASCAR memorabilia for sale. Yard sales, flea markets, and thrift sports typically specialize in the selling of used items, but you may be surprised with what you see. You are more likely to find memorabilia for retired drivers, as well as valuable collectables when checking out these locations.
The above mentioned ways are just a few of the many ways that you can go about finding NASCAR memorabilia available for sale. If you are collecting for the sole purpose of personal enjoyment, you may have more freedom in what you can buy. Those looking to turn a profit should look at the buying of NASCAR memorabilia from the standpoint of a business investment; therefore, purchases should be made wisely. Research can and should be done to determine the estimated value of rare or limited edition memorabilia pieces before making a purchase, to help prevent overpayment.
Are you a fan of NASCAR racing? If you are, do you collect NASCAR memorabilia? If you do not, you may want to start, as there are a number of benefits to doing so. Just a few of those benefits include showing support for the sport and you know and love, as well as the potential to make a profit.
Although you will find some variations, there are many individuals who claim that there is a difference between NASCAR merchandise and NASCAR memorabilia. Generally speaking, merchandise is items that we use and wear, such as home décor, home furniture, and clothing. On the other hand, memorabilia is typically used to define objects that have some value. Many professional NASCAR collectors and dealers, consider memorabilia to be limited edition model cars, die cast cars, and so forth
Now that you know just a few of the many reasons why you should collect NASCAR memorabilia, as well as what many consider it to be, you may be curious as to how you can go about doing so. After a close look, you will see that you have a number of different options. If you are looking to shop locally, examine specialty sports or racing stores, especially those that have a collectables theme. For local shops, use the internet, namely online business directories, or a local phone book.
In addition to using the internet to find information on local sport shops or collectors who may sell NASCAR memorabilia, you will want to use the internet to examine your shopping options as well. There are many sports collectors and specialty shops, with racing themes, that operate online. When taking this approach, you can search for generalized merchandise by performing a search with the phrase “NASCAR memorabilia,” or you can search for something in particular, such as a “limited edition die cast Dale Earnhardt car.”
Races are another great way that you can go about finding NASCAR memorabilia for sale. While most of the items that you will find for sale at a racetrack can technically be considered merchandise pieces, you may find memorabilia for sale as well. Many NASCAR tracks have shops onsite and other allows NASCAR dealers to temporarily set up shop. While there aren’t any guarantees, you may find a considerable amount of NASCAR memorabilia for sale at live race events.
Yard sales, thrift stores, flea markets, and online auction websites are just a few of the other ways that you can go about finding NASCAR memorabilia for sale. Yard sales, flea markets, and thrift sports typically specialize in the selling of used items, but you may be surprised with what you see. You are more likely to find memorabilia for retired drivers, as well as valuable collectables when checking out these locations.
The above mentioned ways are just a few of the many ways that you can go about finding NASCAR memorabilia available for sale. If you are collecting for the sole purpose of personal enjoyment, you may have more freedom in what you can buy. Those looking to turn a profit should look at the buying of NASCAR memorabilia from the standpoint of a business investment; therefore, purchases should be made wisely. Research can and should be done to determine the estimated value of rare or limited edition memorabilia pieces before making a purchase, to help prevent overpayment.
Nascar-Great Moments in Modern NASCAR Racing
Great Moments in Modern NASCAR Racing
Are you a NASCAR fan? If you are, you likely love researching the history of the sport, as well as great moments in modern day racing. If you are a fan that is new to the sport, you may be interested in learning more about great moments in NASCAR racing that have shaped the sport into what it is today. When looking to do so, you have a number of different options.
Although it is relatively easy to research great moments in modern day NASCAR races, especially with the use of the internet, you may be looking for readily available information. If so, please continue reading on. A number of moments that are well known and considered by many race fans as great moments in the modern day of the sport are highlighted below.
In 2003, at the Carolina Dodge Dealers 400 race, Ricky Craven beat Kurt Bush to win the race; however, the race’s finish was one of the closest races in NASCAR history. In fact, this side by finish, according to NASCAR, is the closest race since electronic scoring was incorporated into the sport. Close finishes are a NASCAR fan’s dream come true, as it provides an amazing level of excitement.
In 2002, at the Daytona 500, which is commonly referred to as the super bowl of racing, Sterling Marlin is remembered for a penalty that he received. This penalty was for getting out of his racecar and making repairs under a red flag. This is direct and well known violation of NASCAR rules. Many fans and drivers alike were surprised, in fact shocked, with his actions on this great race day.
In 2000, Bobby Labonte was first NASCAR driver to win both the NASCAR Winston Cup Championship and the BUSCH Championship. The BUSCH Championship series has since seen a name change. According to NASCAR, he and his brother, Terry Labonte, made NASCAR history by being the first brothers in the sport of professional racing to both hold a championship.
Another great moment in NASCAR history took place in 2004. This is when Nextel became the premier sponsor of NASCAR racing. The NASCAR Winston Cup Series was no more and the Nextel Cup Series was born. This is the same year that the sport saw a controversial change in the points system. In late 2007, it was announced that the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series would now be known as the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. This latest name change is due in part the merger of cell phone providers Nextel and Sprint.
In keeping with the year 2007, a new car format was unveiled and this car is known as the Car of Tomorrow, also commonly known as COT. The car was raced part time through the 2007 NASCAR race season. In late 2007, NASCAR announced that the Car of Tomorrow (COT) would be run fulltime in the 2008 race season. This move was announced a year ahead of originally planned.
Another moment in time that shaped the sport of NASCAR in modern day racing occurred in 2001. February 18th 2001 is a date that every NASCAR fan will remember until the end of time. This is the date that Dale Earnhardt died during the Daytona 500. To many viewers, his death was surprising as the accident in which he was involved in did not appear as horrific in nature as many other crashes seen throughout the sports’ history. Although not considered a “great,” moment in NASCAR racing, it is a moment in time that will forever impact the sport.
The above mentioned moments in modern day NASCAR racing are just a few of the many that fans remember the most, as well as commonly refer to as great moments in modern day NASCAR racing. As previously stated, it is relatively easy to research and examine other memorable moments. A standard internet search can return information, as well as videos on the online video sharing website YouTube. Books and documentary style films that highlight great moments in NASCAR racing are also available for sale.
Are you a NASCAR fan? If you are, you likely love researching the history of the sport, as well as great moments in modern day racing. If you are a fan that is new to the sport, you may be interested in learning more about great moments in NASCAR racing that have shaped the sport into what it is today. When looking to do so, you have a number of different options.
Although it is relatively easy to research great moments in modern day NASCAR races, especially with the use of the internet, you may be looking for readily available information. If so, please continue reading on. A number of moments that are well known and considered by many race fans as great moments in the modern day of the sport are highlighted below.
In 2003, at the Carolina Dodge Dealers 400 race, Ricky Craven beat Kurt Bush to win the race; however, the race’s finish was one of the closest races in NASCAR history. In fact, this side by finish, according to NASCAR, is the closest race since electronic scoring was incorporated into the sport. Close finishes are a NASCAR fan’s dream come true, as it provides an amazing level of excitement.
In 2002, at the Daytona 500, which is commonly referred to as the super bowl of racing, Sterling Marlin is remembered for a penalty that he received. This penalty was for getting out of his racecar and making repairs under a red flag. This is direct and well known violation of NASCAR rules. Many fans and drivers alike were surprised, in fact shocked, with his actions on this great race day.
In 2000, Bobby Labonte was first NASCAR driver to win both the NASCAR Winston Cup Championship and the BUSCH Championship. The BUSCH Championship series has since seen a name change. According to NASCAR, he and his brother, Terry Labonte, made NASCAR history by being the first brothers in the sport of professional racing to both hold a championship.
Another great moment in NASCAR history took place in 2004. This is when Nextel became the premier sponsor of NASCAR racing. The NASCAR Winston Cup Series was no more and the Nextel Cup Series was born. This is the same year that the sport saw a controversial change in the points system. In late 2007, it was announced that the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series would now be known as the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. This latest name change is due in part the merger of cell phone providers Nextel and Sprint.
In keeping with the year 2007, a new car format was unveiled and this car is known as the Car of Tomorrow, also commonly known as COT. The car was raced part time through the 2007 NASCAR race season. In late 2007, NASCAR announced that the Car of Tomorrow (COT) would be run fulltime in the 2008 race season. This move was announced a year ahead of originally planned.
Another moment in time that shaped the sport of NASCAR in modern day racing occurred in 2001. February 18th 2001 is a date that every NASCAR fan will remember until the end of time. This is the date that Dale Earnhardt died during the Daytona 500. To many viewers, his death was surprising as the accident in which he was involved in did not appear as horrific in nature as many other crashes seen throughout the sports’ history. Although not considered a “great,” moment in NASCAR racing, it is a moment in time that will forever impact the sport.
The above mentioned moments in modern day NASCAR racing are just a few of the many that fans remember the most, as well as commonly refer to as great moments in modern day NASCAR racing. As previously stated, it is relatively easy to research and examine other memorable moments. A standard internet search can return information, as well as videos on the online video sharing website YouTube. Books and documentary style films that highlight great moments in NASCAR racing are also available for sale.
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Jimmie Johnson Nascar-Attending a Live NASCAR Race: What to Bring
Attending a Live NASCAR Race: What to Bring
Have you recently made arrangements to attend a live NASCAR race? If you have, is this your first time doing so? If it is, you may be unsure as to what you should bring to the track with you. While many items, including clothing and food, are readily available for sale at most NASCAR tracks, there are still a number of benefits to coming fully prepared.
Food, snacks, and drinks are just a few of the many items that you will want to bring with you to your next NASCAR race. As for full meals, you may want to consider grabbing a bite to eat before the race. In fact, you may even want to throw your own small tailgating party at the track before. As for drinks and snacks, you may want to bring a few items in with you to watch the race. Yes, these items can be purchased inside the track, but you may be put off by the costs of doing so. Most tracks allow a limited number of food, snacks, and drinks inside their gates.
Appropriate clothing is also important to bring with you, when attending a live NASCAR race. To ensure that you are properly prepared, in terms of clothing, you will want to check the weather forecast before you leave. If there is even a slight chance of rain, be sure to bring a raincoat or an umbrella with you. There is nothing worse than being stuck outdoors in bad weather. If the weather calls for a bright sunny day with warm temperatures, be sure to dress lightly, as well as wear and bring additional sunscreen with you.
Binoculars are another one of the many items that you may want to bring with you to your next NASCAR race. Binoculars are ideal for seeing as much of the race as possible. Even if you have good seats, like ones that are high up and give you a good view of the track, it may still be difficult for you to see all of the action, especially at the opposite end or side of the track. This is where binoculars can come in. Even those that are affordability priced will work.
Although completely optional, you may want to consider brining a NASCAR scanner or radio with you. Many are available for rent online. You may also be able to rent a NASCAR scanner right at the track. When you have the right NASCAR radio frequencies, you can listen to a NASCAR driver and members of their pit crew. This is the ultimate experience for many diehard NASCAR fans.
A camera is another item that you may want to bring with you on your next trip to attend a NASCAR race. If this is your first time attending a race, you will likely want to document the experience. Many times, this is the only way that you can do so. Many tracks and professional sporting events have strict bans that prohibit the use of camcorders. If possible, digital cameras should be used, as they often produce the best quality photographs.
Finally, it is important that you bring your excitement along with you. The best way to make sure that you have a fun time attending a NASCAR race is to enjoy yourself. You will want to remember to have fun. The good news is that this is relatively easy to do when you bring some of the previously mentioned items with you to the track.
Have you recently made arrangements to attend a live NASCAR race? If you have, is this your first time doing so? If it is, you may be unsure as to what you should bring to the track with you. While many items, including clothing and food, are readily available for sale at most NASCAR tracks, there are still a number of benefits to coming fully prepared.
Food, snacks, and drinks are just a few of the many items that you will want to bring with you to your next NASCAR race. As for full meals, you may want to consider grabbing a bite to eat before the race. In fact, you may even want to throw your own small tailgating party at the track before. As for drinks and snacks, you may want to bring a few items in with you to watch the race. Yes, these items can be purchased inside the track, but you may be put off by the costs of doing so. Most tracks allow a limited number of food, snacks, and drinks inside their gates.
Appropriate clothing is also important to bring with you, when attending a live NASCAR race. To ensure that you are properly prepared, in terms of clothing, you will want to check the weather forecast before you leave. If there is even a slight chance of rain, be sure to bring a raincoat or an umbrella with you. There is nothing worse than being stuck outdoors in bad weather. If the weather calls for a bright sunny day with warm temperatures, be sure to dress lightly, as well as wear and bring additional sunscreen with you.
Binoculars are another one of the many items that you may want to bring with you to your next NASCAR race. Binoculars are ideal for seeing as much of the race as possible. Even if you have good seats, like ones that are high up and give you a good view of the track, it may still be difficult for you to see all of the action, especially at the opposite end or side of the track. This is where binoculars can come in. Even those that are affordability priced will work.
Although completely optional, you may want to consider brining a NASCAR scanner or radio with you. Many are available for rent online. You may also be able to rent a NASCAR scanner right at the track. When you have the right NASCAR radio frequencies, you can listen to a NASCAR driver and members of their pit crew. This is the ultimate experience for many diehard NASCAR fans.
A camera is another item that you may want to bring with you on your next trip to attend a NASCAR race. If this is your first time attending a race, you will likely want to document the experience. Many times, this is the only way that you can do so. Many tracks and professional sporting events have strict bans that prohibit the use of camcorders. If possible, digital cameras should be used, as they often produce the best quality photographs.
Finally, it is important that you bring your excitement along with you. The best way to make sure that you have a fun time attending a NASCAR race is to enjoy yourself. You will want to remember to have fun. The good news is that this is relatively easy to do when you bring some of the previously mentioned items with you to the track.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
2010 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Schedule
Friday, July 31, 2009
How NASCAR Became a Major American "Sport"
NASCAR, or the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, is known as the largest motorsports sanctioning body in the United States. The three series under the auspices of NASCAR include the Craftsman Truck Series, the Nationwide Series and the Sprint Cup. Some local races such as the Whelen Modified Tour and the All-American Series from Whelen are overseen by NASCAR. Overall, 1500 races at 100 tracks are considered NASCAR races.
Originally, NASCAR was viewed as a regional sport coming from the Southeastern United States, but today it ranks second only to football in television rating in the U.S. In addition to broadcasts in the United States, races by NASCAR drivers are shown in 150 countries globally. Fans show support of the sport by purchasing licensed products in the amount of $3 billion annually. Fortune 500 companies recognize the power of NASCAR fans and sponsor the sports more than any other sponsorship role.
The headquarters of NASCAR is at Daytona Beach, Florida. There are four local offices in North Carolina and regional offices in Arkansas, New York City and Los Angeles. Mexico City and Toronto Canada also have NASCAR offices. Additionally, most NASCAR teams consider North Carolina home.
Originally, Daytona Beach was the location where world land speed records were set with eight consecutive records between 1927 and 1935. The Daytona Beach road course was the site of fifteen speed records before 1935. As the location for land speed records moved to Bonneville Salt Flats, Daytona Beach was already synonymous with fast cars both on the beach and on the coastal highway A1A.
The years of Prohibition followed by the repeal in 1933 made use of fast cars with modified capacity driven at high speeds either to evade the police or later the revenuers. Much of this activity occurred near Wilkes County region of North Carolina, but also in other parts of the Southeastern United States. Races of the modified cars increased in numbers and popularity during those years.
Three people were primary in the creation of the NASCAR governing body in 1948: William France, Sr., Erwin 'Cannonball' Baker, and Bob 'Barky' Barkhimer. William France wanted to protect the drivers from unscrupulous promoters who collected gate receipts and did not award winning to the drivers. The first intent was to race Roadsters, Modified, and Stock cars. Only the Modified division raced during the first year. The first season had 52 Modified dirt track races. By 1949, the Strictly Stock division made its debut
Originally, the cars raced had to be virtually factory models, but beginning in 1950 it was recognized that modifications for safety and performance were desirable and the Division was named 'Grand National’. By the mid 1960s, the races were run with race cars and a stock body.
Only one of the original season race tracks is still on the circuit today-Martinsville Speedway. The Darlington Raceway and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are both recognized world wide for their famous events in the world of NASCAR racing. Originally, the race tracks were oval and measured 0.5 to 1 miles per lap. Darlington was 1.366 miles and known as a Superspeedway following its construction in 1950. The track was wider and faster than other locales. In 1959 the Daytona International Speedway at 2.5 miles became the sport icon.
During the early 1970's new sponsorship was found for the sport in the RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company. The name of the series was changed from Grand National to the Winston Cup. The series today is known as the Sprint Cup. Prizes were increased significantly and a new points system was developed. The series dropped from 48 races during the season to 31 races. Busch Beer took on the sponsorship of the next competitive level of racers, known as the Late Model Sportsman.
ABC Sports began covering some of the Grand National races but abandoned the effort as not exciting enough for ratings. In 1979, the Daytona 500 race was picked up from flag to flag by CBS. During the final lap, the two leaders wrecked on the backstretch and the third place car driven by Richard Petty won the race. The two wrecked car drivers and a family member proceeded to add to the drama on national television by engaging in a fistfight. Fans that had been kept indoors by a major snowstorm on the U.S. eastern seaboard were introduced to the excitement and drama of the sport.
Changes in the point structure awarded to drivers and teams has also helped to maintain the excitement of the series ever since.
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Grant Eckert is a freelance writer who writes about sports and leisure activities, similar to what consumers read in Sporting News | Sporting News Magazine
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Originally, NASCAR was viewed as a regional sport coming from the Southeastern United States, but today it ranks second only to football in television rating in the U.S. In addition to broadcasts in the United States, races by NASCAR drivers are shown in 150 countries globally. Fans show support of the sport by purchasing licensed products in the amount of $3 billion annually. Fortune 500 companies recognize the power of NASCAR fans and sponsor the sports more than any other sponsorship role.
The headquarters of NASCAR is at Daytona Beach, Florida. There are four local offices in North Carolina and regional offices in Arkansas, New York City and Los Angeles. Mexico City and Toronto Canada also have NASCAR offices. Additionally, most NASCAR teams consider North Carolina home.
Originally, Daytona Beach was the location where world land speed records were set with eight consecutive records between 1927 and 1935. The Daytona Beach road course was the site of fifteen speed records before 1935. As the location for land speed records moved to Bonneville Salt Flats, Daytona Beach was already synonymous with fast cars both on the beach and on the coastal highway A1A.
The years of Prohibition followed by the repeal in 1933 made use of fast cars with modified capacity driven at high speeds either to evade the police or later the revenuers. Much of this activity occurred near Wilkes County region of North Carolina, but also in other parts of the Southeastern United States. Races of the modified cars increased in numbers and popularity during those years.
Three people were primary in the creation of the NASCAR governing body in 1948: William France, Sr., Erwin 'Cannonball' Baker, and Bob 'Barky' Barkhimer. William France wanted to protect the drivers from unscrupulous promoters who collected gate receipts and did not award winning to the drivers. The first intent was to race Roadsters, Modified, and Stock cars. Only the Modified division raced during the first year. The first season had 52 Modified dirt track races. By 1949, the Strictly Stock division made its debut
Originally, the cars raced had to be virtually factory models, but beginning in 1950 it was recognized that modifications for safety and performance were desirable and the Division was named 'Grand National’. By the mid 1960s, the races were run with race cars and a stock body.
Only one of the original season race tracks is still on the circuit today-Martinsville Speedway. The Darlington Raceway and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are both recognized world wide for their famous events in the world of NASCAR racing. Originally, the race tracks were oval and measured 0.5 to 1 miles per lap. Darlington was 1.366 miles and known as a Superspeedway following its construction in 1950. The track was wider and faster than other locales. In 1959 the Daytona International Speedway at 2.5 miles became the sport icon.
During the early 1970's new sponsorship was found for the sport in the RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company. The name of the series was changed from Grand National to the Winston Cup. The series today is known as the Sprint Cup. Prizes were increased significantly and a new points system was developed. The series dropped from 48 races during the season to 31 races. Busch Beer took on the sponsorship of the next competitive level of racers, known as the Late Model Sportsman.
ABC Sports began covering some of the Grand National races but abandoned the effort as not exciting enough for ratings. In 1979, the Daytona 500 race was picked up from flag to flag by CBS. During the final lap, the two leaders wrecked on the backstretch and the third place car driven by Richard Petty won the race. The two wrecked car drivers and a family member proceeded to add to the drama on national television by engaging in a fistfight. Fans that had been kept indoors by a major snowstorm on the U.S. eastern seaboard were introduced to the excitement and drama of the sport.
Changes in the point structure awarded to drivers and teams has also helped to maintain the excitement of the series ever since.
About Author:
Grant Eckert is a freelance writer who writes about sports and leisure activities, similar to what consumers read in Sporting News | Sporting News Magazine
Article Source: http://www.thecontentcorner.com
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Join Our Nascar Team
Join Our Team Today.
We are coming together to form our Nascar Race Team and we invite you to become a valued member. Not only will you contribute as a member but you will be financially rewarded as well for your work.
As Henry said "Working together is Success."
Coming together is the Beginning;
We are coming together to form our Nascar Race Team and we invite you to become a valued member. Not only will you contribute as a member but you will be financially rewarded as well for your work.
As Henry said "Working together is Success."
Coming together is the Beginning;
Keeping together is the Progress;
Working together is Success.
~Henry Ford
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Sunday, May 6, 2007
Hendrick continues dominant season performance
May 6th, 2007
RICHMOND, Va. - Hendrick Motorsports did it again, turning in a 1-2-4 finish in the Nextel Cup race at Richmond International Raceway Sunday.
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Doug
RICHMOND, Va. - Hendrick Motorsports did it again, turning in a 1-2-4 finish in the Nextel Cup race at Richmond International Raceway Sunday.
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Doug
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
For Real Racing, Real Fast Go To Atlanta Motor Speedway
Atlanta Motor Speedway, Real Racing. Real Fast
Atlanta Motor Speedway
Built in 1960 at a cost of just $1.8 Million Dollars the Atlanta Motor Speedway is 20 miles south of the city of Atlanta, Georgia. The original track was built on 870 acres but was rebuilt in 1997 as a quad-oval racetrack, much like Texas Motor Speedway. Track banking in turns is 24 degrees with 5 degree banking on the straights.
Seating capacity in this fan friendly track is 124,000 and they say there is not a bad seat in the house. Free parking is available on all speedway controlled property. Reserved camping inside the track starts at $100 to $150 and unreserved camping outside the track begins around $60.
Atlanta Motor Speedway is the fastest track on the Nascar Nextel Cup Circuit. With a typical qualifying lap speed of about 193 mph and a record lap speed of over 197 mph, the track has been able to avoid restrictor plates which Nascar has done to the longer Talladega Superspeedway and Daytona International Speedway. This is one of the reasons the slogan for Atlanta Motor Speedway is Real Racing. Real Fast.
Track records include NASCAR Nextel Cup Qualifying by Geoffrey Bodine at 28.074 seconds and 197.478 mph in 1997. Dale Earnhardt holds the NASCAR Nextel Cup Race record of 500 miles in 3 h 3 min 3 s at an average speed of 163.633 mph on November 12, 1995.
Sundays forecast is Sunny with a high of 61 degrees. So bring a coat and watch the race live or sit back at home and watch Nascar Nextel Cup racing at its fastest.
Atlanta Motor Speedway
Built in 1960 at a cost of just $1.8 Million Dollars the Atlanta Motor Speedway is 20 miles south of the city of Atlanta, Georgia. The original track was built on 870 acres but was rebuilt in 1997 as a quad-oval racetrack, much like Texas Motor Speedway. Track banking in turns is 24 degrees with 5 degree banking on the straights.
Seating capacity in this fan friendly track is 124,000 and they say there is not a bad seat in the house. Free parking is available on all speedway controlled property. Reserved camping inside the track starts at $100 to $150 and unreserved camping outside the track begins around $60.
Atlanta Motor Speedway is the fastest track on the Nascar Nextel Cup Circuit. With a typical qualifying lap speed of about 193 mph and a record lap speed of over 197 mph, the track has been able to avoid restrictor plates which Nascar has done to the longer Talladega Superspeedway and Daytona International Speedway. This is one of the reasons the slogan for Atlanta Motor Speedway is Real Racing. Real Fast.
Track records include NASCAR Nextel Cup Qualifying by Geoffrey Bodine at 28.074 seconds and 197.478 mph in 1997. Dale Earnhardt holds the NASCAR Nextel Cup Race record of 500 miles in 3 h 3 min 3 s at an average speed of 163.633 mph on November 12, 1995.
Sundays forecast is Sunny with a high of 61 degrees. So bring a coat and watch the race live or sit back at home and watch Nascar Nextel Cup racing at its fastest.
Saturday, February 10, 2007
Stock Car Racing's Super Bowl-The Daytona 500
The DAYTONA 500---The Super Bowl of Stock Car Racing
On Sunday February 11, 2007, the Super Bowl of Stock Car
Racing kicks off the beginning of this years Nascar
Nextel Cup Series. Unlike other sports, where their
biggest event is usually held at the end of the season,
this race is one of the largest in fan support,
viewership and purse, with International coverage.
The Daytona 500 was first held in 1959 and was won by Lee
Petty, the father of Richard Petty. Prior to racing at
this track the races were held on the beach, as early as
1903.From beaches to a 2.5 mile tri-oval superspeedway
which covers nearly 500 acres.
The track is banked from only 3 degrees to 31 degrees in
the turns with aprons of 12-30 feet. The backstretch is
3400 feet long with a 3-degree bank. The infield is 180
acres with a 29-acre lake named Lake Lloyd.
To Qualify some teams must race their way into the Daytona 500 field, while all exempt teams (the top 35 teams of the previous year in owner points) are guaranteed a spot in the Daytona 500.
Row One is set by one round of qualifying, normally held one week before the race. The remainder of the field is set by qualifying races, about a week before the Daytona 500. After the exempt teams and top two non-exempt cars are added to the field, the top three non-exempt cars are added by fastest qualifying laps. A former Nextel Cup champion, if necessary, is added. Otherwise, the fourth fastest car is added to the field.
In 1959 the purse of $19,050 was awarded to the winner
Lee Petty. Last year's winner, Jimmy Johnson was awarded
$1,505,124, and went on to become the Nascar Nextel Cup
Champion.
Richard Petty has won the race 7 times, ran 4,860 laps
for 12,150 miles and led the most laps with 780.
The late Benny Parsons led the fewest laps in 1975 and
still won the race, by only leading 4 laps.
Dale Earnhardt started 20 times before he won in 1998.
Although it took him many years before he made it onto
Victory Lane he completed all 500 miles 14 different
times.
The fastest winning speed for the race was recorded by
Buddy Baker in 1980.
For more information about the track, the race or
accommodations you can go to:
http://www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com/
On Sunday February 11, 2007, the Super Bowl of Stock Car
Racing kicks off the beginning of this years Nascar
Nextel Cup Series. Unlike other sports, where their
biggest event is usually held at the end of the season,
this race is one of the largest in fan support,
viewership and purse, with International coverage.
The Daytona 500 was first held in 1959 and was won by Lee
Petty, the father of Richard Petty. Prior to racing at
this track the races were held on the beach, as early as
1903.From beaches to a 2.5 mile tri-oval superspeedway
which covers nearly 500 acres.
The track is banked from only 3 degrees to 31 degrees in
the turns with aprons of 12-30 feet. The backstretch is
3400 feet long with a 3-degree bank. The infield is 180
acres with a 29-acre lake named Lake Lloyd.
To Qualify some teams must race their way into the Daytona 500 field, while all exempt teams (the top 35 teams of the previous year in owner points) are guaranteed a spot in the Daytona 500.
Row One is set by one round of qualifying, normally held one week before the race. The remainder of the field is set by qualifying races, about a week before the Daytona 500. After the exempt teams and top two non-exempt cars are added to the field, the top three non-exempt cars are added by fastest qualifying laps. A former Nextel Cup champion, if necessary, is added. Otherwise, the fourth fastest car is added to the field.
In 1959 the purse of $19,050 was awarded to the winner
Lee Petty. Last year's winner, Jimmy Johnson was awarded
$1,505,124, and went on to become the Nascar Nextel Cup
Champion.
Richard Petty has won the race 7 times, ran 4,860 laps
for 12,150 miles and led the most laps with 780.
The late Benny Parsons led the fewest laps in 1975 and
still won the race, by only leading 4 laps.
Dale Earnhardt started 20 times before he won in 1998.
Although it took him many years before he made it onto
Victory Lane he completed all 500 miles 14 different
times.
The fastest winning speed for the race was recorded by
Buddy Baker in 1980.
For more information about the track, the race or
accommodations you can go to:
http://www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com/
Friday, February 9, 2007
Nascar Nextel Cup Series Stories For 2007
Nascar Nextel Cup Series Stories For 2007
This year seem to have a few more stories that will play out in the upcoming Nascar Nextel Cup Series. Each one has it own set of characters and story line so tune in throughout the season and follow along like you would any good television show.
The future largest automaker in the world has entered Nascar
competition. Toyota, who was previously in the Craftsman Truck Series and won 12 of 25 races last year, has come to the Big Show. It has funded 3 full time teams with a total of 7 full time drivers. The new term in Nascar is Globalization.
Dale Earnhardt Jr is in contract negotiations with his current team that was founded by his father. His sister is handling the negotiations with their step-mother, his two step-brothers work with or for Dale Jr and all four of the siblings would like to own a piece of their late father's organization. This could be the stuff that soap operas will be based on.
The Car Of Tomorrow will be introduced and race in 16 out of the scheduled 36 races in 2007.Early reviews are divided on it, which probably goes along the lines of whether a team or driver has found a good setup. The car is safer and has a wing instead of a spoiler on the back with an air splitter up front. Racing should be closer with the reduction of turbulence.
Nascar has tweaked the Chase Format and changed the Pass Champion Rule. The Nextel Cup past champions provisional may only be used by an eligible driver six times this season. Before this year there was no limit to usage of the past champions provisional. NASCAR has increased the Chase for the Nextel Cup championship field from 10 to 12 drivers and increased the points premium for winning races in seeding that 10-race title run. Yes the Officials have seen the need to make changes but what they have done will have little affect on fans and television viewing.
Last is the announcement that Anheuser-Busch has decided to stop sponsoring NASCAR's Busch series. I never thought a beer company would pull back on advertising or sponsorship, but times are a changing. Subway, Samsung and Wal-Mart have been mentioned as possibilities willing to pony up the $30 million annual price tag for the Triple A League of Racing.
Thirty-one year old driver JUAN PABLO MONTOYA is my pick for Rookie of the Year. Not a big stretch when you consider he was the 1999 Cart Champion, 2000 Indy 500 Winner and had 13 poles and 7 wins in Formula One Racing. Will he bring a new style of racing to the sport? Only time will tell.
Other stories that will have an impact are TV Ratings going up or down, Big City Markets for ratings and future races, the Silly Season which happens every year earlier and earlier and moving races to overseas cities.
Now sit back and enjoy the 2007 Nascar Nextel Cup Season.
This year seem to have a few more stories that will play out in the upcoming Nascar Nextel Cup Series. Each one has it own set of characters and story line so tune in throughout the season and follow along like you would any good television show.
The future largest automaker in the world has entered Nascar
competition. Toyota, who was previously in the Craftsman Truck Series and won 12 of 25 races last year, has come to the Big Show. It has funded 3 full time teams with a total of 7 full time drivers. The new term in Nascar is Globalization.
Dale Earnhardt Jr is in contract negotiations with his current team that was founded by his father. His sister is handling the negotiations with their step-mother, his two step-brothers work with or for Dale Jr and all four of the siblings would like to own a piece of their late father's organization. This could be the stuff that soap operas will be based on.
The Car Of Tomorrow will be introduced and race in 16 out of the scheduled 36 races in 2007.Early reviews are divided on it, which probably goes along the lines of whether a team or driver has found a good setup. The car is safer and has a wing instead of a spoiler on the back with an air splitter up front. Racing should be closer with the reduction of turbulence.
Nascar has tweaked the Chase Format and changed the Pass Champion Rule. The Nextel Cup past champions provisional may only be used by an eligible driver six times this season. Before this year there was no limit to usage of the past champions provisional. NASCAR has increased the Chase for the Nextel Cup championship field from 10 to 12 drivers and increased the points premium for winning races in seeding that 10-race title run. Yes the Officials have seen the need to make changes but what they have done will have little affect on fans and television viewing.
Last is the announcement that Anheuser-Busch has decided to stop sponsoring NASCAR's Busch series. I never thought a beer company would pull back on advertising or sponsorship, but times are a changing. Subway, Samsung and Wal-Mart have been mentioned as possibilities willing to pony up the $30 million annual price tag for the Triple A League of Racing.
Thirty-one year old driver JUAN PABLO MONTOYA is my pick for Rookie of the Year. Not a big stretch when you consider he was the 1999 Cart Champion, 2000 Indy 500 Winner and had 13 poles and 7 wins in Formula One Racing. Will he bring a new style of racing to the sport? Only time will tell.
Other stories that will have an impact are TV Ratings going up or down, Big City Markets for ratings and future races, the Silly Season which happens every year earlier and earlier and moving races to overseas cities.
Now sit back and enjoy the 2007 Nascar Nextel Cup Season.
Thursday, February 8, 2007
Mission Statement
I have never been a big fan of Mission Statements. I have understood what they were meant to do but they were not personally mine or I was not committed to them because they were someone else's words and goals.
With that said, I still have sat down and made a Mission Statement for Scott Motorsports and our Nascar race Team.
Scott Motorsports Mission Statement:
Our mission is to honor God, develope people, pursue excellence and win a championship in the Nascar Nextel Cup Series.
The above words carry a lot of weight if they are followed through on. Only time, actions and results will tell if we live up to them.
Doug
With that said, I still have sat down and made a Mission Statement for Scott Motorsports and our Nascar race Team.
Scott Motorsports Mission Statement:
Our mission is to honor God, develope people, pursue excellence and win a championship in the Nascar Nextel Cup Series.
The above words carry a lot of weight if they are followed through on. Only time, actions and results will tell if we live up to them.
Doug
Monday, January 29, 2007
Nascar racing and Our Open Business Model Part 2
This is our second post about notes we have taken about the concept of the Open Business Model and how it could be used in our Nascar Team Organization. This allows anyone that wants to contribute to the team to get involved and share their thoughts, feelings and knowledge with us.
We will start posting comments on many of the notes and explain in more detail how they can be used in our organization.
Thanks for your time
Doug
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A set of fundamental reasons for a company’s existence beyond just making money. Your purpose should be timeless and enduring—“a good purpose should serve to guide and inspire the organization for years, perhaps a century or more.”
We are in the freedom business like Southwest Airlines—to make this membership as available and as flexible for average Americans, as it has been for the well to do.
Disruptive Business Strategy
Southwest Freedoms
Freedom to learn and grow
Freedom to create financial security
Freedom to work hard and have fun
Freedom to create and innovate
You are giving people the freedom to ________________
“ME TOO” WON’T DO
Corporate strategy has been to mimic other companies
Mimicry
Big companies have been content to compete from virtually identical strategic playbooks and to vie for advantage on the margin
Whose products can be a little better?
Whose costs can be a little lower?
Whose target markets can be a little more attractive?
Compare the following for virtually identical strategic playbooks
GM versus Ford
CBS versus ABC
Coke versus Pepsi
American Airlines versus Delta Airlines
_____________________________________________________________________________________
If you know the names and contact info for people already working with Nascar Racing Teams or inside the Nascar Organization, we would certainly appreciate you contacting
us with the informationand how you know them. We are starting our "Little Black Book" and can use your help.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Something genuinely new alters the trajectory of the industry:
The rise of the sport utility vehicle or 0% financing in the auto business
The creation of reality programming in the TV business
The ubiquity of bottled water and natural drinks in the beverage business
The creation of low cost airlines
You can become the author of your own destiny
Whatever I can imagine, I can accomplish
Mass Collaboration
Employees drive performance by collaborating with peers across organizational boundaries, creating what we call a “wiki workplace.”
So-called supply chains work more effectively when the risk, reward and capability to complete major projects-including massively complex products like cars, motorcycles and airplanes, are distributed across planetary network of partners who work as peers.
We The People
Profiting from Collaborative Anarchy
Please Register to Participate
The Power Of Us
Creating a New Page in Business History
Unleashing Our Collective Genius
(Your Input Needed Here)
Some of the largest blogs receive a half a million daily visitors, rivaling some daily newspapers
Text Link
We will start posting comments on many of the notes and explain in more detail how they can be used in our organization.
Thanks for your time
Doug
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A set of fundamental reasons for a company’s existence beyond just making money. Your purpose should be timeless and enduring—“a good purpose should serve to guide and inspire the organization for years, perhaps a century or more.”
We are in the freedom business like Southwest Airlines—to make this membership as available and as flexible for average Americans, as it has been for the well to do.
Disruptive Business Strategy
Southwest Freedoms
Freedom to learn and grow
Freedom to create financial security
Freedom to work hard and have fun
Freedom to create and innovate
You are giving people the freedom to ________________
“ME TOO” WON’T DO
Corporate strategy has been to mimic other companies
Mimicry
Big companies have been content to compete from virtually identical strategic playbooks and to vie for advantage on the margin
Whose products can be a little better?
Whose costs can be a little lower?
Whose target markets can be a little more attractive?
Compare the following for virtually identical strategic playbooks
GM versus Ford
CBS versus ABC
Coke versus Pepsi
American Airlines versus Delta Airlines
_____________________________________________________________________________________
If you know the names and contact info for people already working with Nascar Racing Teams or inside the Nascar Organization, we would certainly appreciate you contacting
us with the informationand how you know them. We are starting our "Little Black Book" and can use your help.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Something genuinely new alters the trajectory of the industry:
The rise of the sport utility vehicle or 0% financing in the auto business
The creation of reality programming in the TV business
The ubiquity of bottled water and natural drinks in the beverage business
The creation of low cost airlines
You can become the author of your own destiny
Whatever I can imagine, I can accomplish
Mass Collaboration
Employees drive performance by collaborating with peers across organizational boundaries, creating what we call a “wiki workplace.”
So-called supply chains work more effectively when the risk, reward and capability to complete major projects-including massively complex products like cars, motorcycles and airplanes, are distributed across planetary network of partners who work as peers.
We The People
Profiting from Collaborative Anarchy
Please Register to Participate
The Power Of Us
Creating a New Page in Business History
Unleashing Our Collective Genius
(Your Input Needed Here)
Some of the largest blogs receive a half a million daily visitors, rivaling some daily newspapers
Text Link
Monday, January 15, 2007
Open Business Model Introduction For Nascar Race Team Organization
Today I would like to present an article on the Open Business Model and how it could work with our Nascar Nextel Cup Team. Think about eBay, Amazon, YouTube, Digg or Wikipedia. Their content comes from outside of those companies from the public. By themselves they are not much but with all of the contributions made from everyone, they have become important, mainstream leading companies.
Our goal is to do the same with our Nascar Operation by involving the public. The ideas and directions that could come from this should be helpful and possibly groundbreaking. We think cars and racing can be effected by this model
We would like to credit USATODAY and Kevin Maney for the following article, originally published December 27, 2006.
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The "company," as we've known it for almost a century, is about to go the way of vinyl albums, floppy disks and perked coffee.
Our goal is to do the same with our Nascar Operation by involving the public. The ideas and directions that could come from this should be helpful and possibly groundbreaking. We think cars and racing can be effected by this model
We would like to credit USATODAY and Kevin Maney for the following article, originally published December 27, 2006.
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The "company," as we've known it for almost a century, is about to go the way of vinyl albums, floppy disks and perked coffee.
It is about to get wikified. Or starfished. Or cracked open like a beehive hit with a baseball bat. Depending on whom you ask.
Three new books say so, and a lot of big thinkers agree. One, due out Jan. 3, is the much-anticipated Wikinomics: How Mass Collaboration Changes Everything by Don Tapscott and Anthony Williams.
Internet companies such as eBay or YouTube,
where the site's denizens create the content, are only the beginning.
The Wikipedia online encyclopedia — written by thousands of individuals
working without a boss — also shows the way. But these days, the trend
is turning companies inside-out in industries from gold mining to
motorcycles to diapers.
The basic premise starts with economist Ronald
Coase, who in 1937 figured out that companies exist because of
transaction costs. Doing business by assembling all the right people
and resources inside an establishment has long been more efficient than
trying to find and coordinate those things in the world at large. For
this, Coase won the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Science.
But something momentous is happening to change that.
A combination of the Internet, cheap computing,
Web-based software, open-source projects such as Linux and new ways of
thinking about management are mixing together to dramatically drop the
transaction costs of doing business outside a company's walls.
Doing business is becoming no more efficient
inside a company vs. doing the same stuff outside a company — or
without a company at all. In fact, in many ways, collaborating outside
a company's structure can even be better.
So if a core reason companies exist is to lower
transaction costs, what happens if that reason goes away? Companies
could run into an identity crisis that will hit them like the talkies
hit Charlie Chaplain.
"This new form of innovation and production can
be harnessed for spectacular growth and profitability," Tapscott tells
me. "But companies are going to have to change their business models to
embrace it."
Which is a nice way of saying: This will be about as much fun as going through adolescence.
The best way to see what's happening is through examples.
Wikinomics opens with the story of
Goldcorp, a Canadian gold-mining company — a business about as unlike a
Silicon Valley start-up as opera is unlike Green Day. Desperate for
ways to find new places to drill, Goldcorp did the unthinkable for a
mining company: It posted all its proprietary data on the Internet and
let anyone interpret it for possible drilling targets. Prize money was
promised.
Within weeks, submissions poured in. People
around the world found drilling targets Goldcorp never thought of. The
process shaved years off exploration and shot Goldcorp from $100
million in revenue to $9 billion.
The Internet made it possible to rake in
expertise from all over. The cost was cheap, the payoff huge. It's a
lesson in how every company will have to open processes that have long
been closed — or get clobbered by competitors who do it first.
Tapscott applies the term "wiki" to this
phenomenon. A wiki is a document or process on the Web that anybody can
add to or alter. Another book, The Starfish and the Spider by
Ori Brafman and Rod Beckstrom, says that winning companies will be more
like starfish, which, as I learned from the book, apparently have no
head or brain and are more like a group of cells that agree to
cooperate. Which is how I sometimes feel on New Year's Day.
A more academic book, Open Business Models: How to Thrive in the New Innovation Landscape,
is just out from Henry Chesbrough, business school professor at the
University of California at Berkeley. And on the fringe, an academic
organization called We Are Smarter Than Me is attempting to get
thousands of people to contribute to a Web-based wiki-type book about
these new wiki-type business models.
This is laudable in a practice-what-you-preach way, but there may be another cliché that applies here: Too many cooks …
Anyway, all these books are chock-full of
examples. Tapscott writes about some of the most surprising ones, such
as the Chinese motorcycle industry. Apparently, China opted to create
an open-source motorcycle. The country defined a basic structure and
standards — copied, as Tapscott notes, from Japanese motorcycles — but
then leaves it to individuals and small companies to design parts or
assemble whole motorcycles.
The Chinese are building motorcycles the way
programmers built Linux, and the results have been fantastic with no
single company driving the industry. "It's the extreme example,"
Tapscott says. "But it's now the largest motorcycle industry in the
world."
Companies are testing these waters in lots of
ways. When Procter & Gamble is looking for a molecule that takes
red wine off a shirt or absorbs smells in a diaper, it no longer just
relies on internal R&D. It puts those requests out on a site called
InnoCentive. Scientists around the world can see the challenge, work on
a solution and sell it to P&G. Again, the costs of working outside
the company are minimal.
Geek Squad, the computer fix-it company now
owned by Best Buy, has an open management model. It pretty much lets
employees run the company and design products by collaborating over the
Net, sometimes while playing an online game called Battlefield 2. It's a major reason the company has grown so quickly.
All the authors argue that every company is
going to have to do these things. But it will require the greatest
change in management thinking since the likes of General Motors
invented the corporation in the early 20th century.
Should be a wild ride.
E-mail kmaney@usatoday.com
| Posted 12/26/2006 8:48 PM ET Thanks for your time and input, Doug |
Sunday, January 7, 2007
Travel Packages to Nascar Events
For the Rookie as well as the Veterans that plan to watch a Nascar Nextel Cup Race live I found the following advice from travel writer Everett Potter in the USA Weekend magazine.
Rookies should begin with one event to see what Nascar is all about. Feel the atmosphere around you by going a few days early and have a grandstand ticket to watch the race.
There are many companies with packages that include tickets and hotel rooms. An example is the March 9-11 Las Vegas 400 with packages beginning at $515.00 per person for 2 nights in a very nice hotel and a ticket for each race. Bigger races like the Daytona 500 will run a lot more.
Finally you can find last minute hotel deals on Nascar's website and as a last resort, you can find tickets on eBay.
Doug
Rookies should begin with one event to see what Nascar is all about. Feel the atmosphere around you by going a few days early and have a grandstand ticket to watch the race.
There are many companies with packages that include tickets and hotel rooms. An example is the March 9-11 Las Vegas 400 with packages beginning at $515.00 per person for 2 nights in a very nice hotel and a ticket for each race. Bigger races like the Daytona 500 will run a lot more.
Finally you can find last minute hotel deals on Nascar's website and as a last resort, you can find tickets on eBay.
Doug
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