Who's your favorite driver in the Nextel Cup Series?

I like Dale Jr, Tony Stewart and several others...

~Amanda

I don't keep track of what "series" Nascar is having, but I like Rusty Wallace. He always has a good car.



-Matt-

i like the ones who dont cause pile ups....:eek:

since restrictot plates have ruined it, i am more interested in the NHRA...

but my answer is richard petty.

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I don't keep track of what "series" Nascar is having, but I like Rusty Wallace. He always has a good car.



-Matt-


There are only three levels, Craftsman Truck, Busch Series, and Nextel Cup... the Nextel Cup is the highest level... to most people. :)

~Amanda

Never truly got into NASCAR. I'll watch it from time to time. Seems to me like Junior is the guy I end up pulling for, though I have no idea why.:)


Mac

i dont understand....

You don't understand why I pull for Junior? I don't either, that's my point. I can honestly say that I have only watched NASCAR a few times, and oddly enough, I happened to be watching the end of the Daytona 500 when his dad was killed...maybe that's why I pull for him when I do happen to catch the race.

Mac

oh..ok..i follow now...[8D]

Watching Sr pass was the worst race ever... it was very hard for me and my family. My dad followed Sr for 30 years... I'll never forget listening to him cry as if he had lost his own father. :(

I "hated" Sr... until he was gone, and realized I lost the guy I loved to "hate" every week... I only disliked him cause my dad plled for him... and we have to have something to fight over during a race... but once he was gone, I was devistated. You just get used to watching someone week after week, year after year... and then... he's gone...

~Amanda

i have always been a big mark martin fan. i know i know, he drives a ford.

while i have a general distaste for most ford drivers...i dont mind martin..he keeps to himself..unlike his teammate matt "illegal spoiler" kenseth...

looks like my boy mark martin pulled a bit of a big one for ryan newman.

yeah he sure did....i was good and pissed about it too. [:@]

I used to be a huge Nascar fan and Rusty Wallace was my favorite. We used to go to the races at Michigan International Speedway once a year.

when i was a youngun i used to attend many nascar races with my dad, but anymore, nascar is too much like days of thunder....nascar needs to start enforcing their rules before someone else gets killed.

ya nascar needs to enforece the rules they have now and stop making up more rules that take away the dominance of one team or car manifacturer

And it wouldn't hurt for NASCAR to start taking some more right turns along with the lefts! LOL

Gotta be Gordon all the way.

Woot go Jeff Gordon, A friend of mine she rooted for the 18 car for years (bobby)and now has to get rid of all her memrobilia cause her driver changed teams , I keep telling her thats because he sucks. But in my heart I love to watch them battle it out . I still would love to see Dale (ups ) get in the top ten this year. Tony has too much emotion and tends to act before thinking , Great driver , but needs to be calmed down to get the job done . so far a good season of racin.
How Bad Have You Got It!!!!!!!!

How about Matt Kenseth... regardless of what anyone in here thinks of him, he is one of the best racers. Not because he wins a lot (because he certainly doesnt) but because he has a tendency to finish in the top 10 most races which is why he is second in points right now. And for the record, i ABSOLUTELY HATE Jeff Gordon AND Tony Stewart. I wish Carl Edwards wouldve whooped Stewarts @$$ last weekend. I think Edwards had every right in the world to spin him out on pit road and i wish he wouldve done more damage and taken him out for the race!!

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How about Matt Kenseth... regardless of what anyone in here thinks of him, he is one of the best racers. Not because he wins a lot (because he certainly doesnt) but because he has a tendency to finish in the top 10 most races which is why he is second in points right now. And for the record, i ABSOLUTELY HATE Jeff Gordon AND Tony Stewart. I wish Carl Edwards wouldve whooped Stewarts @$$ last weekend. I think Edwards had every right in the world to spin him out on pit road and i wish he wouldve done more damage and taken him out for the race!!

*mad mad applause!!!!* Great post!!

I am a Jimmie Johnson dude, all the way. But, yeh, his team owner is a weasel. :D

An' yeh, Stewart can drive it like he stole it, that's for sure.. but I think he's a terrible person. My most hated nemesis in the whole series, really. Carl Edwards woulda taken 50 lbs offa Stewart if'n he went for it... not that Tony can't afford to lose it... :D

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Carl Edwards woulda taken 50 lbs offa Stewart if'n he went for it... not that Tony can't afford to lose it... :D


haha, i applaud you for that great comment about Stewart's weight. I think that there is no room for d**kheads when you are driving at 180mph and you are two inches from the car in front of you. And when you spin someone out and he hits someone else, he should be the one flippin you the bird, not the other way around *eh-hem*Tony Stewart*eh-hem*. It just doesnt make too much sense. But, he is a hell of a driver. So is Johnson. He is lucky to be in first though. Had it not been for some driver of questionable heterosexuality, *cough*GORDON*cough*, Kenseth would literally be RIGHT on Johnson's bumper as far as points go. But, thats the reason NASCAR is so exciting.

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haha, i applaud you for that great comment about Stewart's weight. I think that there is no room for d**kheads when you are driving at 180mph and you are two inches from the car in front of you. And when you spin someone out and he hits someone else, he should be the one flippin you the bird, not the other way around *eh-hem*Tony Stewart*eh-hem*. It just doesnt make too much sense. But, he is a hell of a driver. So is Johnson. He is lucky to be in first though. Had it not been for some driver of questionable heterosexuality, *cough*GORDON*cough*, Kenseth would literally be RIGHT on Johnson's bumper as far as points go. But, thats the reason NASCAR is so exciting.

*mad, mad applause* GREAT post on NASCAR, dude!! As a matter of fact, one of the greatest I done ever seen. I completely agree. Johnson ain't won his first championship yet, but he is DUE in my books. LOL

Yeh, Stewart drives me mad. Absolutely nutso. The guy does this crap and then blames EVERYONE else! He is NEVER responsible for doin' it... rrrrrrright. Last weeks fiasco, he actually admitted was his fault. I durned near marked the calendar as "The First Time EVER" on that day, I tell youse whut.

An' comparin' Stewart (we call him "Tony Bologna") to Earnhart is just sacrelidge, in my books. Earnhardt was a true champion, and a true man...

I dont know if anyone caught the race today, but that idiot Jimmy Johnson (haha, i dont mind him but im a Kenseth fan) was on his was to Victory Lane and he dropped the flag LMAO!! He had to back up and pick it up. Some drunk guy barely missed hitting his car with a beer cup right after he dropped the flag! It was pretty good. But it was an intense race and im glad that neither Gordon nor Stewart came close.

NO.20, TONY STEWARTHe drives a Chevy and is pretty consistant.

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I dont know if anyone caught the race today, but that idiot Jimmy Johnson (haha, i dont mind him but im a Kenseth fan) was on his was to Victory Lane and he dropped the flag LMAO!! He had to back up and pick it up. Some drunk guy barely missed hitting his car with a beer cup right after he dropped the flag! It was pretty good. But it was an intense race and im glad that neither Gordon nor Stewart came close.

:DYa gotta give the guy props, though, for comin' back from 38th position to win the race!!!

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NO.20, TONY STEWARTHe drives a Chevy and is pretty consistant.

I totally respect the man for his mad driving abilities, no doubt, but his personality... I dunno, he gets on my nerves will all the blaming of everyone else for stuff he does. :) But, yeh, at least he pilots a Monte Carlo!!!!

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I dont know if anyone caught the race today, but that idiot Jimmy Johnson (haha, i dont mind him but im a Kenseth fan) was on his was to Victory Lane and he dropped the flag LMAO!! He had to back up and pick it up. Some drunk guy barely missed hitting his car with a beer cup right after he dropped the flag! It was pretty good. But it was an intense race and im glad that neither Gordon nor Stewart came close.

Mmm, forgot to mention, I like Kenseth too, I think he's a class act.

Can't rule out Kevin Harvic (sp) He goes like hell!!!

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Can't rule out Kevin Harvic (sp) He goes like hell!!!

The guy drives it like he stole it!! That was a pretty exciting finish yesterday... so long as Tony Bologna didn't win, I was a happy camper. :D

Yeah, Kenseth finished in a pretty crappy position but i dont think those road races should even count. They arent really NASCAR in my opinion. I believe that road races should be left for stupid Formula 1 drivers lol

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Yeah, Kenseth finished in a pretty crappy position but i dont think those road races should even count. They arent really NASCAR in my opinion. I believe that road races should be left for stupid Formula 1 drivers lol

I TOTALLY agree. I do not like the road races at all, and am happy there's only a couple of 'em a year, that's for sure. GREAT POST, BRO!

I'm sorry, but I like the "twistys". Really shows what a driver is made of. Right now Harvic and Stewart are really showin' their "cahones". Kirt bush is in the lead after 15 laps, followd by Stewart.

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I'm sorry, but I like the "twistys". Really shows what a driver is made of. Right now Harvic and Stewart are really showin' their "cahones". Kirt bush is in the lead after 15 laps, followd by Stewart.

Hey, dude, everyone likes somethin' a little different, that's what makes this world so great!! Me and my buddy watched a road race F1 or Indy race the other weekend together, I really enjoyed that. I guess for me, I am a purist at heart. With the whole NASCAR thing being a byproduct of moonshine runnin', the boys all started out on the roundy-rounds. So, that's where my heart lies.

Me and my buddy DID really enjoy Watkins Glen last weekend. Even though Jimmie stank the place up with his 68th place finish (or somethin' like that LOL) it was a real exciting race right up to the end where Harvick did his magic. But, I have to be honest here, I prefer the roundy-rounds. :)

Don't forget, those Moon-shine boys started out on the twisty back roads of the South! (I think I hear "Dixie" playin' in the back-ground!!! LOL)

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Don't forget, those Moon-shine boys started out on the twisty back roads of the South! (I think I hear "Dixie" playin' in the back-ground!!! LOL)

This is true, bro!! Yeh, the cops didn't built them a circuit to chase 'em on, now, did they!! :D:D

Well guys! Kenseth qualified 3rd this week. I think we might have a good race ahead of up also! I cant wait to see what the outcome is!!!!

Haha, I hate to say "I told you so", but Kenseth was THE MAN this week at MIS. I was so excited. Especially because i turned the race on with about 100 to go (halfway through) and he was leading and then he only lost the lead for about 2 laps!! Anyway, better luck next week to all you other race fans lol.

Network weasels didn't broadcast said race up here in Canada. [:@] I was mighty happy for Kenseth, though, in reelin' in the much needed win!! Boo-yah! :D

Wendell Scott. Greased Lightning Gotta love 'im

Haha, well guys, Kenseth has done it again. He is qualified as 4th this week. He did pretty good here last year and i am thinking he might try and make it a repeat. If he wins, i would be the happiest kid alive! I cant wait to watch todays race.

mark martin.:D

Haha, well Sorry to tell you guys this but KENSETH is within 7 POINTS!!! of Jimmie Johnson!!!! He won again tonight at Bristol and he is on his way to be the points leader. If he finishes ahead of Johnson next weekend, he will be the leader!!!

Kenseth's on a ROLL, bro!!! It's shapin' up to be one excellent end to this season. Can't wait for the next two races. California is Johnson's territory, so look for him to be strong there, but yeppers; Kenseth has the jam to make it happen!

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mark martin.:D

Just heard over the weekend, '06 is his last full season with a Roush ride..... [&o]

I was a BIG Rusty Wallace fan and still am today..But I follow Kurt Busch out of loyalty for the blue deuce..Watch for David Reutimann in the next year..Comes from a great family Russ

Yes sir, Kurt Busch is A.O.K in my book. If im not rooting for Kenseth, i am going for Kasey Kahne and he had his sweep this weekend in California! Now we are coming about an hour an a half away from me!! RICHMOND!!!!!!

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mark martin.:D

Just heard over the weekend, '06 is his last full season with a Roush ride..... [&o]
I NO SUCKS BIG DICK, I WORKED ON HIS JET PLANE HE HAS A CITATION JET. I REBUILT BOTH JET ENGINES WHEN I WAS WORKING AT ORLAND JET CENTER..HE LIVES HERE IN DAYTONA FLORIDA ..SPRUCE CREEK FLYIN. HE IS A VERY NICE PERSON AND PAID WELL..:D

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mark martin.:D

Just heard over the weekend, '06 is his last full season with a Roush ride..... [&o]
I NO SUCKS BIG DICK, I WORKED ON HIS JET PLANE HE HAS A CITATION JET. I REBUILT BOTH JET ENGINES WHEN I WAS WORKING AT ORLAND JET CENTER..HE LIVES HERE IN DAYTONA FLORIDA ..SPRUCE CREEK FLYIN. HE IS A VERY NICE PERSON AND PAID WELL..:D

Get out! That's SO cool! Yeh, he is a real "gentleman" in the sport.

Hey, Matt, you gonna go catch the race live this weekend? It's so close to you, eh?? ONE MORE TO GO BEFORE THE CHASE!!! GO TEAM!!!

Haha, i was going to buy my neighbors extra ticket to the race but funds kind of had me down this past week. I might end up going for the party before the race (the party starts at about 7 o clock in the morning up until the time the race starts and then ends about 5 hours after its over!). All the guys i work with will be there and so I think I might just show up for that. But i dont know whats gonna happen tomorrow so who knows... But, Kenseth did qualify tenth so hopefully he will do something here this time!

Well, here we go! It's CHASE TIME folks!!! Wow, I was blown away that Stewart didn't make it... that made me and my best friend here very happy... there are quite a few of the guys we like in the Chase this year, so it's gonna be an exciting one! No doubt.

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Haha, i was going to buy my neighbors extra ticket to the race but funds kind of had me down this past week. I might end up going for the party before the race (the party starts at about 7 o clock in the morning up until the time the race starts and then ends about 5 hours after its over!). All the guys i work with will be there and so I think I might just show up for that. But i dont know whats gonna happen tomorrow so who knows... But, Kenseth did qualify tenth so hopefully he will do something here this time!

Kenseth is at the TOP! This is gonne be some cool, bro!

Don't count out Gorden Hes locked in and focused, ;)

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Don't count out Gorden Hes locked in and focused, ;)



I hate Gordon[:@]..... But its all entertainment anyway:D. I think the three drivers that actually have a good shot at the cup this year are Kenseth, Harvick, and Kahne. I think that although Johnson was in the lead for a while, he kind of slacked off a bit. I think that Gordon was sweating it quite a bit here at Richmond and he got in by the skin of his teeth. Jr Probably wont be that big of a threat. Busch is still pretty new to this whole thing with all the publicity and all so he will probably do something stupid because he is so young. Mark Martin could possibly go somewhere, but i dont think so. Hamlin is from the Great State of Virginia so i wouldnt mind seeing him do something, but i wouldnt count on it. Jeff Burton is also from here, but i dont really think he is all that great of a driver to win the cup this year. I think i named everyone there. Anyway, that is just all my opinion.

I PERSONALLY do hope that Tony Stewart wins EVERY SINGLE Post Season race this year. I say that because IT DOESNT MATTER!!! It would be a slap in the face toward NASCAR if he ended up doing it but it would also be awesome because no matter how much he wins post season, he still cant win the cup and i LOVE IT! If you couldnt tell, i may hate Jeff Gordon, but Tony Stewart is number 1 in my little red book of people to hate.

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I hate Gordon[:@]..... But its all entertainment anyway:D. I think the three drivers that actually have a good shot at the cup this year are Kenseth, Harvick, and Kahne. I think that although Johnson was in the lead for a while, he kind of slacked off a bit. I think that Gordon was sweating it quite a bit here at Richmond and he got in by the skin of his teeth. Jr Probably wont be that big of a threat. Busch is still pretty new to this whole thing with all the publicity and all so he will probably do something stupid because he is so young. Mark Martin could possibly go somewhere, but i dont think so. Hamlin is from the Great State of Virginia so i wouldnt mind seeing him do something, but i wouldnt count on it. Jeff Burton is also from here, but i dont really think he is all that great of a driver to win the cup this year. I think i named everyone there. Anyway, that is just all my opinion.

I think Johnson's chances went up in smoke with the wreck. I turned off the TV at that point. Now I'm rootin' for Kenseth or Jr. Or Kahne, love that kid too. Not a good NASCAR weekend for good ol' TopSpeed I tell you whut.

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I PERSONALLY do hope that Tony Stewart wins EVERY SINGLE Post Season race this year. I say that because IT DOESNT MATTER!!! It would be a slap in the face toward NASCAR if he ended up doing it but it would also be awesome because no matter how much he wins post season, he still cant win the cup and i LOVE IT! If you couldnt tell, i may hate Jeff Gordon, but Tony Stewart is number 1 in my little red book of people to hate.

I LOVE THIS POST! *hi5's 94blackC4* I totally agree. :)

I will be a 24 fan until I die. Well I guess its a good thing that jeff signed a life time contract.

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I will be a 24 fan until I die. Well I guess its a good thing that jeff signed a life time contract.



If you didnt drive a Corvette, i would never talk to you.. LOL, im just kidding. Glad to have you here in the forums. And thanks for the input. I cant wait until the race this weekend.

Matt

Well folks, Looks like Jeff Burton is on his way to the top. Matt Kenseth is still in third and Jeff Gordon is in second. I am hoping that Kenseth does something soon to bring himself to the top and stop slouching in third!! ;)

Matt

P.S. - Its a good thing Stewart didnt make the chase lol. He didnt do too great :D

Didya catch 'Dega???????? What a bizarre ending!!! Exciting, but bizarre!! I suspect Vickers is gonna be left out in the rain from now on out.....

What do you guys think of the toyotas joining the field next year?

NASCAR = American.... Thats all I have to say.

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NASCAR = American.... Thats all I have to say.


Where were the Toyotas, when our good ol' boys were runnin "shine" in '40 Fords?;)
I hate to see it happen, but I'm afraid it's commin'![:@]
Makes me sick!!![:'(]

Racing is raceing but NASCAR was born of good ol' moonshinin' americans. not quite sure how I feel about foreign manufacturers being involved. I suppose it will just be that much more exciting, but don't really care for it.

Well Honda had all the engines at Indy.[&o]
I miss the Offy, GM, and Ford fightin' it out.;)

They should ask old man Jimmy Johnson what he thinks of it. one of the first guys at Rockin'ham.

as for indy.... I like Danaca....yeeeeeooooowww! Fast chick in a fast car. that's what I'm talkin' 'bout!

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They should ask old man Jimmy Johnson what he thinks of it. one of the first guys at Rockin'ham.

as for indy.... I like Danaca....yeeeeeooooowww! Fast chick in a fast car. that's what I'm talkin' 'bout!


You ol' "Houn'Dawg"!!!!:D:D:D

in the spirit of Homer Simpson............Hmmmmmmm....Danaca....

Well boys, Looks like the Man himself took the points lead today. For all of you that were hoping it wasnt true, WAKE UP!!! MATT KENSETH IS THE BEST!!! lol... Anyway, jus tthought i would rub it in a bit.

Matt

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What do you guys think of the toyotas joining the field next year?

OOOoooooo, I hate it. I am ol' school, all the way. NASCAR came from moonshiners runnin' their cars for fun, you'd never see a moonshiner passin' ya on the highway in a Tercel, so why does NASCAR feel that this is OK? Nope, me, I hate it. :)

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Well boys, Looks like the Man himself took the points lead today. For all of you that were hoping it wasnt true, WAKE UP!!! MATT KENSETH IS THE BEST!!! lol... Anyway, jus tthought i would rub it in a bit.

Matt

It's a lofty perch to fall from!! :D:D:DJust ask Jeff Burton! Just kidding... man, this is shapin' up to be the best seasons end ever in NASCAR! The points are all so close, any of the top 8 guys are in contention... cannot wait for Sunday!!! :)

Hey Scotty, I was beginin' to think you were "missin' in action" again. Take a break dude. Mrs. Topspeed is gonna forget what you look like.

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Hey Scotty, I was beginin' to think you were "missin' in action" again. Take a break dude. Mrs. Topspeed is gonna forget what you look like.

Thanks, George, that's awefully kind of ya, bro. I actually did just that this weekend... took a 3 day holiday. It was real nice!!!! A little short considerin' what's been what lately, but a breaks a breaks a break.... :)

OK guys, we've GOT OURSELVES A CHASE!!!! [8D] Any of the guys in the top 5 right now are candidates... this might be the most exciting Chase we've had yet!! WOOOOOT! [8D]

I'm still backing Tony Stewart. Nextel winner, I believe that's two for 20!

Well if Kenseth (MY BOY!!!!) wins it this year, that will be two for 17!!!!!!

Oooo, boy, things are a heatin' up! My man, Jimmie Johnson, now has the points lead, but not by much!! We're down to crunch time here, guys... best Chase yet! :)

TEXAS 500.....BUMP DRAFTIN' THE PACE CAR?, NOW WHO DO YOU THINK WOULD DO THAT?
MY CRAZY MAN, MR. TONY STEWART!!! RAN AWAY WITH THE WIN!!!

THAT DUDE HAS FUN ON THE TRACK!!!

Tony has really come 'round lately, attitude-wise. I actually am finding myself admiring him again, somewhat. Not totally, but somewhat. He had a nice sit-down with Jimmie late last week about shootin' for the championship, and gave Jimmie some real good words of wisdom.

Well, folks, we're one race away from Jimmie finally capturin' the elusive championship!! He's gotta finish 12th or better next Sunday..... no matter what happens, this has been a very exciting chase.

Jimmie Johnson: NEXTEL Cup Champion 2006!!! [8D]

What a great year; Matt Kenseth sure was very kind in his words post-race. My hat is off to him for being such a gentleman about it.

Next year is gonna be some interesting! Stay tuned. :D

I think Jimmy is on Letterman tonight. Won't be as good as when he has Danica Patric but?.........Hmmmmmm....Danica!

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I think Jimmy is on Letterman tonight. Won't be as good as when he has Danica Patric but?.........Hmmmmmm....Danica!

LOL!!!! :D:D:D:DYou crack me up!

Yessir, he sure is on tonight. I'm gonna be recording that one, for sure! He is a very nice young man, so it's going to be a very fun interview.

p.s. Here's irony for you! Dave Letterman owns Danica's race team, if I recall. :)

Don't know if it's on national news but Bobby Hamilton Sr. went in for the final pit stop. it's been on the news here last few days.

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Don't know if it's on national news but Bobby Hamilton Sr. went in for the final pit stop. it's been on the news here last few days.
It's been all over NASCAR.com (http://www.nascar.com/) the last couple days... talk about a sad day for the sport, that's for sure. The Hamilton family has been heavily involved for years now. My prayers are with the Hamilton family that's for sure. Great post, George, thanks for doing that.

Just thought I'd drop in to see what's up, had no idea that Sr. was gone, didn't see anything on the national or local news. I watch the news everyday, must have missed it. A sad day for sure.[&o]

JR.

Wicked news!! Theresa Earnhardt and Richard Childress have gotten together with a major film studio and put together a movie called "Dale". It was compiled from raw, stock footage of Dale just talking one day on his farm, with overlays of still photos and video clips that apparently have never been seen before.

Dale Jr. was moved beyond words when he first saw it. He said there was a LOT of footage of his dad he had never seen before. Everyone is talking about how great this film is going to be....

It's looking like we won't get it up here in Canada.... at least not until they release the DVD for sale. We'll definately be getting that one. But, for my American NASCAR friends, keep your eyes peeled for this movie coming to a theatre near you. [8D]

O. K.,......it's about to begin! IMO, "The Worlds Greatest Hot Rod Race"!!! :)
To start the season right, Who's YOUR driver for the Datona 500???


I'm stickin' with # 20, Mr. Tony, I like the way he ran last year! :)

He didn't get in the house,
but he was .....bangin' .......on the door! :D

Mr. Jimmie Johnson!!! WOOOT!

Man, I think I'll be off on Thursday, so I am hoping to catch the Duel 150's..... them thar Toyoter's aren't really doin' that well so far, but I suspect they might actually be holding back on purpose to give everyone else a false sense of security.

Haven't heard much about the Toyoters, I can't see 'em jumpin' in and takein' over the playground, we got some tough boys on our block!!! ;)

I gotta support our local HERO here and that is TONY STEWART!!Go # 20..Ya know he is gonna Win the whole Show this year don't ya.[sm=icon_cheers.gif]

Wow!!! What an ending!!!
That last40 or so laps, had me on my feet! [sm=bounceybounce.gif]
I sure wish Martin had gotten his win. [&o]
Once Tony was out, I was for Martin all the way! ;)

07 finished in style, on his top, in flames, and slid across the finish line. Then fliped over on his wheels. :D

What a race, what a finish!!! [sm=icon_rock.gif]
Ya gotta love it!!! :)

And where were the Toyoters? Hmmmmm? :eek::D

That was quite the Daytona 500... the first half was kinda boring, to be honest, but then it warmed right up. This is going to be a great year of racing. The Toyoter's did not do too well, at all.

And Michael Waltrip. [:'(] The dude's team CHEATED and he blamed everyone else, but himself. Nice leadership, there, Cletus! I hear rumors Toyota is very very embarassed about it all, told the teams if they did ONE more thing like that, support would be pulled.

This, more than any other year, seemed to have a lot of charactoristics, of whatI have found taking place, in other "Professional" sports. Just two words...
"Soap Opera"!
Too much media hype on subjects that really have nothing to do with the race.
The race was scheduled for 9am my time, 4 1/2 hours later...., they dropped the green flag. :eek:

Still, a Damged Good finish!!! ;)[sm=icon_rock.gif]

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This, more than any other year, seemed to have a lot of charactoristics, of whatI have found taking place, in other "Professional" sports. Just two words...
"Soap Opera"!
Too much media hype on subjects that really have nothing to do with the race.
The race was scheduled for 9am my time, 4 1/2 hours later...., they dropped the green flag. :eek:

Still, a Damged Good finish!!! ;)[sm=icon_rock.gif]
"Days Of Our Lives"..... :D:D:D

No kiddin', there, bro. Bang on the ol' money, I say. I really see them trying to expand interest in the sport, and sometimes that comes at the cost of tradition etc.

To be honest, my opinion on the Toyoter thingy is this: NASCAR let Toyoter in on purpose, knowing FULL well it would create a lot of frenzy amongst the ol' school fans.... thus driving media hype... and creating a larger viewer base from all the folks who "tune in to check out what all the hoopla is all 'bout"....

Some of it is kinda fun; like the whole Waltrip thing, I am following that just out of "sideshow curiosity", more than anything else...

But, yeh, 4.5 hours of pre-show was a tad much. And all that pre-show stuff was a bunch of wasted time, if'n youse ask me..... nothing of interest, really, that couldn't have been properly covered in less than 20 minutes..... :D

OK... I'll admit it. I am a Blaniac. That's right, Dave Blaney. I know he is driving a 'Yota but, I don't care what he drives. I will always cheer for Dave.

Dave is a local hometown hero. He's paid his dues on the dirt tracks of
America all his life.His familyowns and operates a small dirt track called Sharon Speedway in Hartford, Ohio. I take my family there on Friday nights every chance we get. It's a blast! If you get a beer at the concession stand, chances are, that's Dave's Mom running the tap.

I also bought two new Caterpillar machines last year. It has been the best ownership experiences of my life. Ohio Cat sent me and three of my friends to Michigan International Speedway last August for the racewith ameet and greet with Dave. What an awesome weekend!

I met Bill Davis and most of the Cat racing crew. They are some of the finest people in the world. They didn't have the resources of Roush or
RCR, or DEI but they do now. I'm happy to see the underdogs get a shot. I think things will be different for Dave and BDR in '07.

Dave is just a normal, everday kinda guy. Very down-to-Earth. He just has a really, reallycool job. He's living his dream. I don't care if he's driving a Vespa scooter. He is my driver. He is the only reason I watch
NASCAR.

Go Cat racing machine!
Kiowa Scout

Pretty darned cool, if you ask me! Yeh, Dave is a top-drawer dude, that's for sure. Personally, the whole Toyoter thing bugs me, and what Michael Waltrip did at the Daytona 500 was weak in my books....

Great post, my friend! Keep 'em cards and letters comin'. :)

US Border Patrol has joined the NASCAR scene. Cool!! Just needs some of those stick on bullet holes and a bunch of kill flags on the drivers door.
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Well i must say my fav driver is Dale Earnhart Jr. Even though he sold his sole to the devil

I don't really follow NASCAR, but RICHARD PETTY!

Kevin Harvick ... great driver.