Hello race fans!
Well, here we are, halfway through the Chase! Only five more races to go and it looks like it's coming down to three drivers. Jimmy Johnson, Denny Hamlin and Kevin Harvick. You all know who I have my money on, I'm not giving up hope just yet!
The last two races have been quite exciting! California sure was interesting as we saw Tony Stewart take the victory. But once again, no one really gained any points on Jimmie as he finished third. Then, there was Charlotte this past weekend. I thought when Jimmie spun out at that it was going to be a bad night for him, but of course not! He didn't hit anything, came in and pitted and ended up finishing third again! Once again, no one gained any ground! But, I would like to say congratulations to Jamie McMurray on his win in the Bank of America 500! He certainly knows how to win at the big races this year! I absolutely loved his speech in victory lane! He explained why he cried when he won the Daytona 500 this year. He didn't know the year before if he would even have a ride, much less be standing in victory lane at the 2010 season opener. He seemed so humbled by everything and credits everything to the power of prayer! I say AMEN to that!
Was wondering what everyone thought of the big news about Kasey Kahne leaving Richard Petty Motorsports? Sounds like things were not so great there anyway, so I guess it's good he left when he did. Looks like he will be in the #83 Red Bull car which will be changed to the #4 since that's the number he had when he drove sprint cars. I hope everything works out for him, I think he is a very talented driver and deserves to be in good equipment. Also hoping that RPM can stay afloat, it would be a real shame if they had to close their doors. The economy has really hit everyone hard, including teams like that, so good luck to them! I hope everything works out for everyone!
Well, I'm off to Martinsville this weekend with my husband and nephew! Looking forward to a great time with them and my Lynch Tours customers! I know it's gonna be exciting and I hope my driver, Denny Hamlin, comes home with another win! I hope it doesn't come down to him and Jimmy, we need Jimmmy to finish further back, waaaayyy further back! GO GET EM' DENNY!
Have a great weekend everyone and I'll see you at the races!
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Friday, October 8, 2010
Hello race fans!
As you can see, I have been a little lax in writing my blogs the last few weeks. No excuses other than I have been extremely busy with family obligations, so thanks for your patience!
I hope everyone is enjoying the Chase for the Sprint Cup! The first three races sure have provided plenty of excitement, especially the race in Louden, New Hampshire! I would normally say congratulations to Clint Bowyer on his win there, but, as we all know, that win was tarnished by the penalties handed down by NASCAR to him and his RCR team. Now, I would like to share my thoughts on this whole thing! First of all, I am in the middle as far as Richard Childress drivers, don't really root for them, but also don't boo them either. However, I have been reading and listening to alot of people talk about this subject and I find myself leaning towards and in favor of NASCAR. I have always been a fan of rules, and when they are in place at the beginning of the year, everyone knows what they are. If you break those rules, even if it's by the slimist of margins, you are in the wrong and there should be consequences for that. I keep hearing people say that, why didn't they see this when the car went through tech at the track? What everyone is not understanding is that the infraction was not on the actual body of the car, it was how the chassis was welded onto the body of the car. So, when the "claws" are put on the car when it goes through inspection at the track, it would not detect something that was done underneath the car. Now, I don't claim to know anything about cars, but I will say that when they give you the specs on what a car is supposed to be when it is built, and they give you a little margin for error, it better be that or you will be in big trouble! I understand that Richard Childress said that car was legal when it left the shop to head to New Hampshire, but was he actually standing there when the car was built? Probably not, and I was a little disappointed in his excuse for why the car was not legal after the race. If a tow truck was the cause of that, then every car that races in a restrictor plate race, would be illegal because of all the bump drafting that is done during the course of those races. And believe me, there is alot harder bumping going on in there than there is from a tow truck! So, having said that, I applaud NASCAR for sticking to their guns and doing the right thing. My only question is, what caused them to look at Bowyer's car in the first place. I know they were warned about their car in Richmond, but why??? Something had to throw up a red flag before that to cause NASCAR to take a look at that car. So, I would really like to know what that is. That's my take on the situation, I don't want to offend anyone by my thoughts, but we all have an opinion and that's mine!
Moving on to Dover. I had the opportunity to take a group of Lynch Tours & More customers along with my husband, and a very dear friend and her son, which happened to be his very first NASCAR race! We had a great time, tailgated before the race and had a great group of people! Thanks to all of our customers for their continued loyalty to us! But, I was a little bummed about the race. Was hoping Jimmie Johnson didn't win, because now it looks like he is making a run at that fifth championship! Was glad to see Denny Hamlin finish in the top ten. I knew he had to have a good run there to stay in the points lead. But we all know, that didn't last long!
Then it was off to Kansas! Was glad to Greg Biffle win, he had a great car all day! But, you know who finished second and now he is the points leader. I can't believe no one can stop the Johnson express!!! I am still not counting out my guy! Denny is only 8 points behind Jimmy and there are still other guys who can catch him too. There is plenty of racing to go, and I think after the race in Charlotte next weekend, we will have a better idea of who is going to be the real contenders for the championship! GO DENNY!!!
This weekend's race in sunny California should be a good one. I hope it doesn't come down to fuel mileage, but if it does, you can bet there are guys who are going to take some chances. The non-chasers will definetly be ones to watch if it does come down to that. What about a retaliation from this past weekend's race between David Reutimann and Kyle Busch??? Mmmmmm!!!! That could be interesting! Good luck to all of the drivers!
For all of you who are looking to book a race trip this year yet, we now have our Homestead-Miami race on the Lynch Tours website. Plus, all of the remaining races on the schedule this year. Charlotte next weekend, Martinsville, Talladega, Texas, Phoenix and of course Homestead-Miami! We still have availability for all of these races! So, give us a call at 1-888-RACETOUR or check out our website at www.racetour.com. As always, see you at the races!
As you can see, I have been a little lax in writing my blogs the last few weeks. No excuses other than I have been extremely busy with family obligations, so thanks for your patience!
I hope everyone is enjoying the Chase for the Sprint Cup! The first three races sure have provided plenty of excitement, especially the race in Louden, New Hampshire! I would normally say congratulations to Clint Bowyer on his win there, but, as we all know, that win was tarnished by the penalties handed down by NASCAR to him and his RCR team. Now, I would like to share my thoughts on this whole thing! First of all, I am in the middle as far as Richard Childress drivers, don't really root for them, but also don't boo them either. However, I have been reading and listening to alot of people talk about this subject and I find myself leaning towards and in favor of NASCAR. I have always been a fan of rules, and when they are in place at the beginning of the year, everyone knows what they are. If you break those rules, even if it's by the slimist of margins, you are in the wrong and there should be consequences for that. I keep hearing people say that, why didn't they see this when the car went through tech at the track? What everyone is not understanding is that the infraction was not on the actual body of the car, it was how the chassis was welded onto the body of the car. So, when the "claws" are put on the car when it goes through inspection at the track, it would not detect something that was done underneath the car. Now, I don't claim to know anything about cars, but I will say that when they give you the specs on what a car is supposed to be when it is built, and they give you a little margin for error, it better be that or you will be in big trouble! I understand that Richard Childress said that car was legal when it left the shop to head to New Hampshire, but was he actually standing there when the car was built? Probably not, and I was a little disappointed in his excuse for why the car was not legal after the race. If a tow truck was the cause of that, then every car that races in a restrictor plate race, would be illegal because of all the bump drafting that is done during the course of those races. And believe me, there is alot harder bumping going on in there than there is from a tow truck! So, having said that, I applaud NASCAR for sticking to their guns and doing the right thing. My only question is, what caused them to look at Bowyer's car in the first place. I know they were warned about their car in Richmond, but why??? Something had to throw up a red flag before that to cause NASCAR to take a look at that car. So, I would really like to know what that is. That's my take on the situation, I don't want to offend anyone by my thoughts, but we all have an opinion and that's mine!
Moving on to Dover. I had the opportunity to take a group of Lynch Tours & More customers along with my husband, and a very dear friend and her son, which happened to be his very first NASCAR race! We had a great time, tailgated before the race and had a great group of people! Thanks to all of our customers for their continued loyalty to us! But, I was a little bummed about the race. Was hoping Jimmie Johnson didn't win, because now it looks like he is making a run at that fifth championship! Was glad to see Denny Hamlin finish in the top ten. I knew he had to have a good run there to stay in the points lead. But we all know, that didn't last long!
Then it was off to Kansas! Was glad to Greg Biffle win, he had a great car all day! But, you know who finished second and now he is the points leader. I can't believe no one can stop the Johnson express!!! I am still not counting out my guy! Denny is only 8 points behind Jimmy and there are still other guys who can catch him too. There is plenty of racing to go, and I think after the race in Charlotte next weekend, we will have a better idea of who is going to be the real contenders for the championship! GO DENNY!!!
This weekend's race in sunny California should be a good one. I hope it doesn't come down to fuel mileage, but if it does, you can bet there are guys who are going to take some chances. The non-chasers will definetly be ones to watch if it does come down to that. What about a retaliation from this past weekend's race between David Reutimann and Kyle Busch??? Mmmmmm!!!! That could be interesting! Good luck to all of the drivers!
For all of you who are looking to book a race trip this year yet, we now have our Homestead-Miami race on the Lynch Tours website. Plus, all of the remaining races on the schedule this year. Charlotte next weekend, Martinsville, Talladega, Texas, Phoenix and of course Homestead-Miami! We still have availability for all of these races! So, give us a call at 1-888-RACETOUR or check out our website at www.racetour.com. As always, see you at the races!
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