Episode 384 - National Schedule Review, The High Roller Club and Rule Changes
About this episode
A lively discussion kicks off with Thanksgiving preparations and racing updates, including the recent midget races and rule changes in the Dirt racing community. The hosts dive into the High Roller Club and its implications for drivers, highlighting the complexities of the new points system and the potential for increased payouts. They also touch on the upcoming Dome event, sharing insights on attendance and the impact on local businesses. The episode wraps up with reflections on the evolving landscape of dirt racing and the importance of safety measures.
This week we're back and we discuss the World of Outlaw Late Model and Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series schedules at length. We also talk about the High Limit Sprint Car Series new 'High Roller Club' and try make sense of it! We also talk about some rule changes and results from around the country.
Jumble Eye 100
"Um, it's going through the Jumble Eye 100 was this past weekend. Spencer Hughes. Yeah."
The Jumble Eye 100 is a drag race where drivers try to be the fastest over a short distance. It’s a fun local event that people watch and compete in for cash prizes.
The Jumble Eye 100 is a popular drag racing event that takes place at the Jumble Eye Drag Strip in Michigan. It attracts local and regional racers competing for prize money and bragging rights.
LaVonia
"Um, Casey Roberts won on LaVonia. I think that one was $10 grand to win."
La Vonia is a track where drivers race in straight-line speed contests. It’s a popular spot for drag racing enthusiasts.
La Vonia is a well-known drag strip located in Michigan, famous for hosting competitive drag racing events and attracting a dedicated community of racers.
Lucas
"[1401.1s] There used to be a Lucas race. [1402.1s] Go for."
Lucas makes parts that help cars run faster and more reliably in races, like spark plugs and ignition modules.
Lucas is a well‑known manufacturer of racing and performance parts, especially ignition systems and electronic components used in motorsports.
Napa
"[1405.1s] Sponsored by Napa. [1406.1s] Always a big Napa race figure."
Napa makes special tires that give cars better grip and speed on the track.
Napa is a leading manufacturer of high‑performance tires and tire accessories used by racing teams worldwide.
Sharon Speedway
"[1408.1s] Sharon Speedway, middle of July for two nights."
Sharon Speedway is a small race track where drivers compete in short, fast races on a paved oval.
Sharon Speedway is a 3/8‑mile paved oval race track located in Sharon, Pennsylvania, known for hosting local and regional racing events.
sprint car tracks
"one of our local sprint car tracks to actually have a national"
Sprint cars are fast race cars that run on small, banked tracks. They’re known for their speed and excitement.
Sprint cars are high-powered, lightweight race cars that compete on short oval tracks, often with steep banking.
late model race
"late model race to get a profit like they do off of a national"
Late model races are events where newer race cars compete. They’re common in regional racing series.
A late model race refers to a competition featuring newer generation stock cars, typically used in regional touring series.
Knoxville Raceway
"Uh, cause their next race after Port Royal at the end of August is Knoxville Raceway."
Knoxville Raceway is a small dirt track in Tennessee where drivers race fast cars on a short oval. It’s famous for big racing events that attract fans from all over the country.
Knoxville Raceway is a 1/4-mile dirt oval track in Knoxville, Tennessee, known for sprint car and midget racing. It hosts national events like the World of Outlaws.
Port Royal
"Uh, cause their next race after Port Royal at the end of August is Knoxville Raceway."
Port Royal is a small dirt track in Tennessee where drivers race fast cars. It’s part of the same racing series as Knoxville Raceway.
Port Royal is a 1/4-mile dirt oval in Port Royal, Tennessee, popular for sprint car racing and part of the World of Outlaws circuit.
Brownstown
"Then the Browns town for two days."
Brownstown is a place where racing events happen, probably on a dirt track. It’s mentioned as part of the season schedule.
Brownstown refers to a racing event or location, likely a dirt track venue in the Midwest where sprint car races are held.
Pittsburgh or outdoors two day show
"Pittsburgh or outdoors two day show this year for 50,000."
It’s a two-day racing event held outside in Pittsburgh, where drivers compete on dirt tracks.
This likely refers to a two-day outdoor racing event in Pittsburgh, featuring sprint cars or similar dirt track competitions.
Virginia Motor Speedway
"What's Virginia Motor Speedway with the dirt track world championship?"
Virginia Motor Speedway is a small dirt track in Virginia where drivers race fast cars. It’s part of the big national racing series.
Virginia Motor Speedway is a 1/4-mile dirt oval in Virginia that hosts sprint car races, including the Dirt Track World Championship.
dirt track world championship
"What's Virginia Motor Speedway with the dirt track world championship?"
It’s a big racing competition where drivers race on dirt tracks. The best racers compete for a world title.
The Dirt Track World Championship is a series of sprint car races held on dirt oval tracks across the United States, culminating in a national title event.
World Outlaws
"Tremels for World Outlaws."
World Outlaws is a racing league where drivers compete in fast, small cars on short tracks. It’s one of the most popular sprint car series in the U.S.
World Outlaws is a premier American sprint car racing series featuring high‑speed, short‑track events on both dirt and paved ovals.
All Star Circuit of Champions
"The All Star Circuit of Champions released their schedule."
All Star Circuit of Champions is a racing league that holds events on many tracks in the U.S., where drivers race small, powerful cars over short distances.
The All Star Circuit of Champions (ASCoC) is a national sprint car racing series that hosts events across the United States, featuring both short‑track and long‑track competitions.
Iron Man late models
"They got Iron Man late models for 5K."
Iron Man late models are a type of race car that looks like regular cars but is tuned for speed on small tracks. They’re popular in local racing events.
Iron Man late models is a racing class featuring modified stock cars that compete on short oval tracks. The cars are built to strict rules but allow significant performance upgrades.
comeback classic
"Then they do a comeback classic."
A comeback classic is when older cars, like vintage models, come back to race again for a special event.
A comeback classic is a racing event where older, often vintage or classic cars return to the track for a special race.
NOS
"And then the surprise which turned into a three-race deal in Ohio, the NOS energy sprint cars."
NOS makes special fuels and oils that help race cars run faster and last longer. Many racing teams use NOS products during competitions.
NOS is a well-known brand that produces high-performance racing fuels, lubricants, and additives used by sprint car teams to enhance engine power and reliability.
360s
"Obviously, there's some 360s stuff, but it's down to 14."
"360s" means the cars have engines that are 360 cubic inches big, which is a standard size for many sprint car races.
"360s" refers to sprint cars powered by 360 cubic‑inch (about 5.9 L) engines, a common displacement in American sprint car racing.
Ferrari
"[3432.1s] IOU, one Ferrari. [3433.1s] Yeah."
Ferrari makes fast, fancy cars that many people want to own or see on the road. They’re famous for their speed and style.
Ferrari is an Italian luxury sports car manufacturer known for high-performance vehicles and racing heritage.
chassis
"Sprint car local teams usually have three chassis sit in there, you know, two ready to go, maybe."
The chassis is the main frame of a car that holds everything together. In racing cars, it’s made light so the car can move fast.
The chassis is the structural frame of a vehicle that supports all major components, including the engine, suspension, and body. In sprint cars, a lightweight chassis is critical for performance.
kits
"There's already a couple of dappers or kits in the making are already out there."
A kit is a bundle of parts that you can put together to build or upgrade a race car. It saves time and money compared to buying every part separately.
In racing, a kit refers to a set of components or parts that can be assembled into a complete vehicle or upgraded system. Sprint car kits often include chassis, suspension, and engine components.
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