JGR: Stewart Wrecks #11 Denny Hamlin

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

He didn't know I did the first time I talked to him. Plus I've seen him around others who are just fans and he's very talkative to them

Did you see 24X24? They talked about how Gordon just acts like one of the guys, and how approachable he is. Of course it's a DVD so it's view is skewed, but still.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by jsarno

Did you see 24X24? They talked about how Gordon just acts like one of the guys, and how approachable he is. Of course it's a DVD so it's view is skewed, but still.

Yeah, and of course that's going to be biased and I'm certain wasn't released without Gordon, Hendrick Motorsports, and NASCAR reviewing it first

I don't know, like I said I haven't met him. He never seems to be around when I'm at a race. And I've heard mixed things. I would love to meet him of course...provided his wife is there too

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Yeah, and of course that's going to be biased and I'm certain wasn't released without Gordon, Hendrick Motorsports, and NASCAR reviewing it first

I don't know, like I said I haven't met him. He never seems to be around when I'm at a race. And I've heard mixed things. I would love to meet him of course...provided his wife is there too

LOL...I'm not sure I want you to meet him.
It's like what I said before, I like being a silent and distant fan. If he's a prick, then it would tarnish my view of him. Hard to imagine him as a prick though...he had rave reviews from everyone on SNL for his guest appearence there.

[SmootSmack]

I've learned over time from working in sports as a career to separate the athlete from the person. Some of my favorite players have become my least favorite people and vice versa. It used to bother me, but then I said to myself why should it? I'm not looking to these guys for guidance or support? I have my dad, my brother, my mom, sister-in-law, etc. for that.

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I've learned over time from working in sports as a career to separate the athlete from the person. Some of my favorite players have become my least favorite people and vice versa. It used to bother me, but then I said to myself why should it? I'm not looking to these guys for guidance or support? I have my dad, my brother, my mom, sister-in-law, etc. for that.

It's only natural though...it's hard to route for an asshole. (ie: Bonds)

[BDBohnzie]

Originally Posted by jsarno

Hey, I'd be thrilled to go...I hear they are a lot of fun. I have never been to an event.

There is nothing like it. I went to the first Richmond race in '06 (Junior nosed out Hamlin), and it's incredible. The wife and I had a blast. If you get a chance, get a group together and roadtrip to a track.

Here in the DC area, we're fairly close to Dover, Richmond, Martinsville, and Pocono. And if we road trip it, Bristol, Charlotte and Darlington aren't too far either. I'd like to hit Martinsville next...I know several people who go down for the weekend from my neck of the woods.

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by BDBohnzie

There is nothing like it. I went to the first Richmond race in '06 (Junior nosed out Hamlin), and it's incredible. The wife and I had a blast. If you get a chance, get a group together and roadtrip to a track.

Here in the DC area, we're fairly close to Dover, Richmond, Martinsville, and Pocono. And if we road trip it, Bristol, Charlotte and Darlington aren't too far either. I'd like to hit Martinsville next...I know several people who go down for the weekend from my neck of the woods.

The problem is we live around 8-9 hours away from the closest event. It's more than just a road trip, it would be a mini vacation.
Sad thing is, I lived in MA for 22 years, but I wasn't a NASCAR fan, so I had no clue there was a track in NH.

[BDBohnzie]

eh, 8-9 hours...long weekend. Leave Saturday, come back Monday. Rent a RV for the full experience

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by BDBohnzie

eh, 8-9 hours...long weekend. Leave Saturday, come back Monday. Rent a RV for the full experience

That would be fun...but still a mini vacation.

[Sammy Baugh Fan]

I just got my new Magic VooDoo Tony Stewart #20 Home Depot Car.

I WILL crush him if he gets out of line again!

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by Sammy Baugh Fan

I just got my new Magic VooDoo Tony Stewart #20 Home Depot Car.

I WILL crush him if he gets out of line again!

What is that? A tin of mints?

[Sammy Baugh Fan]

lol
Yup.
I bought them for a girlfriend who is a #20 fan

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by Sammy Baugh Fan

lol
Yup.
I bought them for a girlfriend who is a #20 fan

LOL...and you didn't crush the tin? At least put a couple dents in it make it more realistic. LOL.

[Sammy Baugh Fan]

Originally Posted by jsarno

LOL...and you didn't crush the tin? At least put a couple dents in it make it more realistic. LOL.

Maybe a Darlington stripe down the right side with sand paper and a few wacks with a hammer wouldn't be mean I guess to a Teammate. Right?