Archive for September, 2007
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Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
The end of the NASCAR season is fast approaching, as are the days of Dale Jr driving the car owned by DEI and sponsored by Budweiser. Both Dale Jr and Budweiser are separating from each other as well as leaving DEI at the end of the season (as if [...]
The Garage Sale of Garage Sales
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
If you’ve ever wandered far enough into the Adirondack Mt.’s you would’ve found total isolation and serenity. The wilderness is vast and wide with countless small lakes and ponds for fishing or swimming and you can almost guarantee to be alone, other than the hawks flying above or the many inhabitants [...]
Not Quite NASCAR, But Close …
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
In case you didn’t know NHRA Funny Car driver, and 14-time Champion, John Force had a severe crash on Sunday. If you go to youtube I’m sure you can find video of it.
You know, the crash didn’t seem all that bad, granted it was a hard lick, but there [...]
A Salute to Wood Brothers
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Glen & Bercece Wood.
Glen Wood founded the legendary Wood Brothers Racing team in 1953, he’s been awarded one of NASCAR’s 50 Greatest Drivers and was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame in 2002.
What’s so interesting about this organization is they are the oldest continuously team owners in NASCAR. Glen’s brother [...]
Sticking With Paint … For Now …
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Alright, let’s get this over with. The best paint schemes ever, in no particular order, are:
1) Dale Earnhardt’s 1993 Silver paint job.
2) Dale Earnhardt’s 1994 Olympic Car.
3) Jeff Gordon’s flame paint scheme. Didn’t think I would include that, did you? Little do you know.
4) Dale Earnhardt’s Wrangler car circa [...]
Tragic
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Connor LaFrance. Photo courtesy Matthew F. Guilbault, Esq.
Updated: Connor LaFrance, R.I.P. News Article // RoadracingWorld.com
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City mourns loss of student, national class dirt bike racer
One of our local boys… very sad to see the young die.
He was on his way to greatness.
Tragic.
Rating 3.00 out of 5
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Sprint Schedule Released
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
We might as well start getting used to it. It’s official… the 2008 schedule is out. The new logo is cool, but it’ll take me awhile to get accustomed to the name change, but I normally refer to it as NASCAR anyhow.
I came across a nice story about G.C. Spencer. He is [...]
Fines Handed Out, Coors News, and More Paint Slams
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Fines:
In the no surprise category, Carl Edwards was fined 25 driver and owner points for his height infractions. Monetary fines were also issued. Roush/Fenway is expected to appeal, after all the car only became low after the race when fellow Roush/Fenway driver Greg Biffle hit Edwards on the cool-down [...]
Dale Earnhardt Junior’s New Car
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
I know I’m late about this, but I was away for most of the week. It is no surprise who Dale Jr’s new sponsors are for next year. Mountain Dew Amp and National Guard will do well with Dale Jr as their official NASCAR pitchman.
Even Dale Jr’s new number [...]
Kyle’s Temper
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Bob Hillan Kyle Petty Exchange Words
I found this on You Tube. It’s a tad long but clearly shows that Kyle Petty has been involved with track shananigans since early on.
There’s also a bit from young Al Unser and his take on “Open Wheel” vs. “Closed Wheel”
It’s cool to watch some old footage.
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World Rally Champion Colin McRae Dies in Helicopter Crash
This is a special one time submission by one of our contributing authors at Food and Wine Blog. The article was submitted by Kathy Browning at The Cheap Gourmet
World Rally Champion Colin McRae Dies in Helicopter Crash
by Kathy Browning - The Cheap Gourmet
Colin McRae, Britain’s first World Rally champion, was killed in a helicopter [...]
After Winning, Carl Edwards Is Still Feeling The Monster’s Rage
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
The one mile track in Dover Delaware proved to be one Monster of a Mile for most of the Chase contenders today.
With only 6 cars on the lead lap at the end of the race the Monster Mile took a bite out of almost everyone today, including the race [...]
Foolishness
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Opinions on the Hamlin/Petty altercation will vary and everyone is entitled. It is in my humble opinion that from what I saw Hamlin clearly ran up Kyle’s rear end. What followed in the garage was comical and I’m sure they are both guilty of running their traps. Kyle’s “visor slap” on Denny’s [...]
Busch and Bush
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Today’s Busch Race:
Is it me, or are there others that find having Denny Hamlin in that #20 Busch car today a bit stupid? I mean he is running in the Chase after all, and he is sick as a dog with the flu. The 2.5 hours he spent in [...]
OK, OK, I Know …
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
OK, I promised “in a couple of hours”, but I’ve been busy. I just got back from being away up North with a group of 20 students on a Leadership Course and I’m beat, so I’m going to bed. I’ll catch up with you tomorrow, and I’ll post some [...]
Adirondack Hotair Balloon Fest
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
This shot was taken last night just a few miles from our home, courtesy of ERIN REID COKER -one of our local newspaper photographers. The history of this annual event dates back to 1973 making it the 35th year.
http://www.adirondackballoonfest.org/ It’s grown over the years from a Sat. and Sun. event to a [...]
One Tough Cookie
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Kudos to Denny Hamlin for the Busch win at The Monster Mile. I caught the beginning of the race and felt bad for the kid as he started the race one sick puppy. Within a few laps he had the lead and I guess the “Bug” helped his performance. Future teammate, Shrub [...]
Hey There!
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
I’m back and I’ll be at it soon enough. Come back in few hours and I’ll have something for you!
Take Care!
Rating 3.00 out of 5
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Dover Qualifer’s
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
The North Pole
Queen Jimmy rose to the top in qualifying. I almost thought Montoya had it.
Kudos to Denny, Martin Jr., Happy and Bobby for making the top ten. Our winner from Loudon, Clint, is at the tail end and I really thought Ryan would’ve been near the front.
The CoT seems to [...]
8 in Stereo
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
It’s a decent choice and the color schemes look great. I still attribute the #88 to Dale Jarrett and in fact I have some stuff around here with the UPS 88, but cliche’ or not… “if the shoe fits, where it”. I’m just glad it’s over and I’m sure Dale Jr. is [...]
More Loudon Pics
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
Pattyjo tailgating behind our T-Bird
Pattyjo getting Reed’s Autograph
Robby Gordon
Pattyjo and some guy she met smashing Jeffy Boy
Me near the end of the race wondering why some people leave with 10 laps left… I know!!! Just so I can put up my feet!!
Rating 3.00 out of 5
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Meeting Michael Waltrip
Submitted by NASCAR Eclectic
While at NHIS this past Sunday… my wife, Pattyjo, can get anyone’s attention, especially men, celebrities or not. The whole episode was both funny and overwhelming.
Michael Waltrip was doing an autograph session in his novelty trailer during the race. He didn’t qualify, again, so he was doing something nice for the Victory [...]
Tried To, But Couldn’t
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
I don’t know what it is, but I’m “as tired as all get out” - as my Grandma used to say (what does that mean anyway?). I hope I’m not coming down with anything, because this isn’t like me at all to be as tired as I have been [...]
You Don’t Know Jack? Well …
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting & Raving
Let me introduce you to him. His name is really Clinton Bowyer and he is the driver of the RCR Jack Daniels sponsored #07 Chevy Monte Carlo, and the newest winner on the NASCAR Nextel Cup circuit. In fact, up until this race, he was the only driver to be [...]
Racy Wrappers
Submitted by NASCAR Ranting and Raving Blog
Check it out, Hershey’s is coming out with 4 different wrapper designs of the Intimidator himself, Dale Earnhardt. You can only purchase them from January through to the end of May 2008, so make sure you get yours when they come out.
The designs will chronicle Dale’s career, and will [...]
