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“BROADSLIDING THE OVALS “

By Bob Altman

The Top Ten Report for Fans

Originally I had wanted to do a whole different article for this month , but because much is going on , I thought it was more appropriate to present some news and notes .

1. While racing is slowly getting into gear in some areas we have seen some new unexpected results. One is the early success of the Goodyear tire that was pushed on teams , more because of there sponsorship dollars being added to various tracks and sanctioning groups for point funds and weekly purses . But so far these tires or the new tire rule have produced more passing in the short time they’ve been in action since the early days under the WoO banner .

2. Maybe track conditions have played into this equation to some extent , and knowing how to set up the car for the track conditions as shown at Las Vegas Dirt Track . Once again the track appeared visibly dry and slick as it is most years that I attended , I think its time for new clay at Las Vegas .

3. USAC has had a different look so far this year as Damien Gardner has dominated it’s racing , some passing as demonstrated at recent Las Vegas race . But at East Bay it was wire to wire for the demon , as this was surprising to me in light of track size which favors USAC wingless racing to produce quality racing .

4. Now hear this fans you are being heard for the first time in years as indicated by the disappearing cone , double file restarts , and other changes to create more passing and better racing . Keep the cards , letters and e-mails coming fans and just maybe they will reward you when you enter those gates each week with a gift or a race program you won’t forget .

5. It’s time for uniform track conditions or to share how to prepare tracks or not be granted a sanctioned race that save the season for the non-promoted tracks .

6. Driver changes everywhere, but allot of good drivers without rides?

7. Tracks in the east getting ready to open over the next few weekends , I hope you can make it out to support them even though it is still on the cold side

8. Ever get bored with watching racing on TV, I sure do , just watch NASCAR. It’s time to shorten the races Mr. Helton and crew , ever think about presenting a 25 or 50 lap race before the main event of modifieds or late models ?

9. Looks like the Tony Stewart team of Steve Kinser and Donny Schatz could dominate WoO racing season ? We will see in weeks to come.

10. What do you think fans? isn’t it time for larger fuel cells or tanks on these sprint cars then there would be no fuel stops and you would see the races that you long to see .

Notes for all you Broadsliding Fans:

Take in a race at your local tracks , they are the best bargain , and you don’t have to travel as far or spend as much money .

My personal thanks to Brad Vores for mentioning RFD in his column , he does a great job and a passionate fan as well .

My condolences to Deb Sauers on the passing of a great man, husband and a great racing fan Mr. Charles Sauers , we all will miss him especially at Selinsgrove Speedway where he visited quite often

A personal get well wish to Cody Darrah and Joe , we all miss you as you both are great representatives of racing , and to our fans who you always gave your time to every week at the races .

I sure hope Kevin Swindell gets a ride in USAC Non Wing racing again this year , what a job he did last year and at the Chili Bowl this year.

Well that it’s for this month , sorry for the delay in getting out my article , until next month or sooner . Please feel free to contact me anytime at racingfansdirect@bigplanet.com or even call me at 443-974-7027 , always here for you, Bob Altman