The extraordinary experiences of two ordinary IndyCar fans
Well if we thought everything had changed before the AMR Grand Prix last weekend, this weekend proved once again the only constant in INDYCAR is change. This was, as far as anyone can remember, the first double-header at Road America. The weekend included two days of the Road to Indy, and two days of INDYCAR, … Continue reading A Tale of Two Races and One Weekend (REV Group Grand Prix 2020 Review)
It has been the strangest four months. There’s been iRacing, and two races without fans. However this weekend the final missing piece - we the fans will be on site for the race. Yes there is still a global pandemic and yes if you will be there PLEASE wear your mask and practice the recommendations … Continue reading A Long Course, a Long Weekend, and Fans (REV Group Grand Prix Preview)
When preparing for the GMR Grand Prix (formerly the INDYCAR Grand Prix) I get nostalgic for the pre-COVID-19 world. Since the race’s beginnings in 2014, it served as the opening weekend for May. The race provides a State fair like atmosphere with families and friends spread out over mounds among the road course at the … Continue reading It’s the GMR Grand Prix, but It’s Not May (A Preview)
Moment of honesty? I spent practice, qualification, and the race texting with Abby and Juliana (our driver analyst). We were all nervous going into the race. Texas Motor Speedway is not for the faint of heart, and there was one practice before qualifications and then right into the race. I’m pleased the nagging dread we … Continue reading Bump Up the Grip (Texas Review)
I’ve found myself repeating “cars will be on track Saturday” when I wanted to smack my head against my desk this week. I’m sure I’m not the only person who has found this as a mantra. We should have had eight races by now, instead we’ve had nearly twelve-weeks of waiting. There are a lot … Continue reading I See Race Cars in Texas
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-xv2rs-d58be3 We had a fantastic time with Chip Ganassi Racing's Felix Rosenqvist and Marcus Ericsson (or as we like to call them "Team Sweden") discussing the upcoming 2020 season, reflecting on the 2019 season, and some really fantastic insights into these two drivers. Our big thanks to the guys for joining us. We can't wait … Continue reading S3E54 – A Chat with Team Sweden (CGR’s Felix Rosenqvist and Marcus Ericsson)
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-bi6qy-d432da What happens when you're supposed to discuss Open-Wheel Unification but start talking INDYCAR and the Indianapolis 500 and don't stop? This amazing episode! Big thank you to Mike Knapp for joining us to discuss all of the new announcements around this year's Indianapolis 500, and other fun INDYCAR news and opinions. You can find … Continue reading S3E52 – Reunited and it feels like May
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-habzi-cf9498 After some news, including an Australian Supercars Champ testing (and potentially getting a ride for a race) with Penske: time for the monthly INDYCAR Silly Season Discussion! We run down who all is safe, who maybe safe, and what cars need drivers and what drivers need cars. Anyone else questioning the hold up on … Continue reading S3E47 – Don’t Assume with INDYCAR Silly Season
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-3cp74-c9f6b9 We're doing some news (including Carb Day announcements, a woman making moves over in the UAE, and CGR leaving IMSA) before we give you a vitals check on INDYCAR Silly Season. We discuss who is safe, who is nearly safe, who needs a car, and who needs a driver. We give some wild thoughts … Continue reading S3E42 – Long Nights, Impossible Odds
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-g8rn8-c8769f The weather is cold, so we're doing a throwback to the live show at Pocono Raceway in August! Special thanks to our guests Ben May from the racetrack (3:30); Daniel Mohler and Tammy Fox from the PAIN Tour (18:25); and Mike Ford, spotter for Simon Pagenaud, and Bob Jeffrey, spotter for Josef Newgarden (30:45) … Continue reading S3E41 – The Pocono Live Show
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