The calendar shows that spring has officially sprung, and although us in the northern states still show forecasts of below freezing temperatures and even some snow; it is a sign that warmer weather is on the horizon and with it will come the start of the 2015 racing season. Continue reading “Spring is Here!”
Eldora 4-Crown: Watching Racing Royalty
Since 1954 drivers have viewed Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio as the ruler by which to gauge their success and adaptability.
For sixty years the “Big E” has played host to the biggest names in auto racing. Drivers like AJ Foyt tackled the ½-mile high banks, and now in 2014 names like Andretti (Aldo’s grandson Jarett is a USAC regular) are still trying to master the track. Continue reading “Eldora 4-Crown: Watching Racing Royalty”
History In The Making: The National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame at Florence
Tucked into the hills and narrow winding roads of northeast Kentucky sits one of the fastest and toughest dirt tracks in the nation; Florence Speedway. The Walton, Kentucky track has been considered one of the toughest to tame by many of dirt Late Model racings fiercest competitors. Because of its reputation, Florence is also the perfectly fitting home of the National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame. Continue reading “History In The Making: The National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame at Florence”
UMP Summer Nationals: The Icing on The “Birthday” Cake!
In the middle of northern Ohio’s serene farmland; Oakshade Raceway looks as unassuming as its name suggests. Looks are very deceiving though as the 3/8-mile semi-banked oval is a wicked-fast track where the Midwest’s best drivers come to play. Continue reading “UMP Summer Nationals: The Icing on The “Birthday” Cake!”
Livin’ The Dream at Eldora
Every June, a serene rural landscape in northern Ohio metamorphosis into a metropolis of sorts; almost overnight flat fields become campgrounds with thousands of American and racing flags flaying proudly, and all for one racing event.
The Dirt Late Model Dream at Eldora is a crown jewel event and truly the dream of any dirt late model competitor and with $100,000 awarded to the winner of the 100-lap main event on Saturday night it is no small wonder. Continue reading “Livin’ The Dream at Eldora”
Stepping into Spring at Crystal Motor Speedway
The rumble of race engines, and the smell of race fuel burning; for me those are the true signs of spring and after a very long winter it was wonderful to fill my senses with spring this past weekend at Crystal Motor Speedway.
On April 19th CMS opened the gates to the 2014 racing season with a full six-and-one show that was packed with action and cars. 105 competitors battled it out in front of a full crowd of race fans. Continue reading “Stepping into Spring at Crystal Motor Speedway”
Drifting into 2014 at Sno*Drift
Frigid! It is the single word that best describes the kick-off for the 2014 Rally America series. Typically that would not be a favorable word to describe a rally race, but when the first event of the season is named the Sno*Drift Rally, extremely cold temps are always a very real possibility. Continue reading “Drifting into 2014 at Sno*Drift”
Merry Christmas!!!
Wishing you all a safe and joyous holiday filled with the warmth and happiness of family & friends, and the love that can only come from our Savior Jesus Christ!
Thank you so much for reading and I look forward to sharing more stories with you in 2014.
-Darcie
Intensity & Excitement Are Sovereign At Eldora’s 4-Crown
There is no doubt that the legendary Eldora Speedway is the ruler by which all dirt track drivers measure themselves. Whether full-fendered or open wheel; Big E plays host to some of the most prestigious events in the world of auto racing. For 23-years one event in particular has been the breakout race for many drivers. That event is the Four Crown Nationals. Continue reading “Intensity & Excitement Are Sovereign At Eldora’s 4-Crown”
Every Night is Fun Night at Crystal Motor Speedway
On Saturday summer nights the quaint lake town of Crystal, Michigan changes from a serene village into a rumbling race town.
Just one block from the town’s main street, Crystal Motor Speedway multiplies the town’s population on race night. The 3/8-mile clay oval plays host to six divisions nightly and focuses on family fun. Whether you are visiting for the first time or you’re your tush is in the grandstands every week you can’t help but feel a part of the speedway when walking in the gate. Continue reading “Every Night is Fun Night at Crystal Motor Speedway”
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