Our seats were in the new balcony. First time for us. What a view. We were higher that the track light poles. Could see downtown Richmond. The view of the track was outstanding. Its a lot like Dover. All the food, restrooms and beer is up there with you on an elevated concourse so you don't go back down until the race is over. Tickets were $110 each. Sellout was announced at the track by the RIR president. The flyover came right as us and the jets pealed apart above us. Parachute drop was canceled at the last minute because of high winds. And it was windy in the balcony as sun was setting. Couldn't eat peanuts because shells blowing on everyone. Wind calmed down after dark.
Very dull race through the first 135 laps. Then still dull until the big wreck. Waltrip being taken off the track was a pretty big deal. When Hamlin's tire started going down, that was about the most exciting racing I have ever seen. The Junior wreck left the crowd stunned like nothing I have seen.
As usual, we were home in 20 minutes after the burnout.
Did your Particular Friend enjoy the race? Or did he just stare at the gulls and pine about tall chick?
Thanks for the report Captain.
We love on scene race reports.
I will have the Darlington thread ready sometime tomorrow or the next day. It will be my last one. I’m pretty much done with the nasty posts on the FR Nascar threads. It’s come to the point where it isn’t fun anymore.
I seem to have caught the eye of someone over at Infield Parking, so I will be working on stuff for them. And, YES I can use Jr and #88 stuff without getting flak. It is HIS site after all. :D