Feb 11th 2011, 22:41:38
Now anyone who remembers the last Daytona 500 and the infamous crack in the track that took forever to fix mid race, should also know that they have repaved the track this yer for the first time in a really long time.
In addition they have switched from the traditional race fuel to an E-15 fuel. It apparently suprisingly creates a bit more horsepower but suffers in the gas mileage area.
All this is combining to make an impressive set of variables. I am watching practice right now. Dale Jr has the fastest lap right now at 199+ mph. They havnt run that fast at daytona since restrictor plates were implemented.
It appears that the 2 car drafting trains are able to hook up the entire way around the track with the new pavment and aero package. This adds a interesting new level of strategy.
I for one can not wait for sunday when the Bud Shootout Les down and the season is officially open the following Sunday for the Daytona 500. I had tickets but have since sold them due to the preggers nature of my wife. I'm really sad.
Oh, almost forgot. Go Mark Martin!
[21:37:01] <&KILLERfluffY> when I was doing FA stuff for sof the person who gave me the longest angry rant was Mr Ford