Winter 2010

Winter is a dirty word to some of us.  There is no racing for a majority of us.  The racers do need a break though.  However, few actually get it.  Some have race parties to raise money for their programs and celebrate good seasons with fans.  There is also the trade show circuit.  IMIS in Indianapolis wrapped up last week and currently PRI is going on in Orlando.  There is a Crate Race running at East Bay Raceway Park in conjunction with PRI.  All of this means little free time for racers.  Some are getting their cars ready as they may race as early as January in the Ice Bowl in Alabama, or out in Arizona during the Wild West Shootout.  Others race overseas in sprint cars and midgets.  In some cases, off season means just hustling to get things ready to go.  There really is no rest and relaxation.  Racers are a special breed, and some of us will never understand the hell they go through to do what they do.  Local racers do get more of a break during the winter time wise.  Rather you like or hate a driver, they ALL put a lot of work into what they do, and you should at least respect them for it.  I always try to let my favorite drivers know I appreciate what they do.  You should as well.