Looking At Sprint Car Dirt Track Racing

Looking At Sprint Car Dirt Track Racing

by Patty Goff

Attending or participating in a race of any kind holds a special attraction for millions of people worldwide. The competitive spirit of people has been apparent since history was first recorded by man. Roman chariot races and numerous types of horse races have been tracked through time by historians throughout the world. <A href="http://www.racersguide.com">Sprint car dirt track racing</A> provides the perfect addition to history's high speed and risky racing record.

These are high speed races that allow fans to experience some of the excitement felt by drivers while on the tracks. The vehicles can obtain speeds up to one hundred forty MPH or more on these short tracks. The oval tracks range from as large as a mile to as small as an eighth of a mile and the high speed that the racers can generate a lot of intense excitement for fans and drivers alike.

Each driver must register himself and his car immediately prior to any race. The driver and car are considered as a team and once registered there can be no changes in the team. If the car or the driver becomes unable to participate the registration fee is forfeited and they are disqualified. The car must pass inspection to determine that it has all regulation parts and safety equipment in place.

In 1958 Jim Cushman designed what he called wings for these cars. This concept was to place scoop shaped wings on the top and rear of the vehicle to create stronger down force, or drafts, for them which helps to keep the cars from becoming air born during the race. This aide in preventing the cars from flipping over while they race. Side wings were then devised to help with steering them during the frequent turns on tracks. These wings became common place during the early 1970s and added extra safety features by protecting a driver should his vehicle actually flip over during the race.

Many other safety measures have been adopted in the past few years to prevent injuries. The industry has implemented roll cages inside the cars along with six or seven point seat belt harnesses that must be less than two years old. Other improvements that are required include double layered driving suits and driving gloves that are fire proof and designed to protect hands and fingers during any collision. Neck braces and head rests as well as metal netting to cover roll cage openings have also become mandatory equipment for the cars.

Sprint racing is the origin of many NASCAR drivers' careers. They create their reputations as drivers and eventually make the transition to the larger vehicles and tracks. It is not uncommon for them to retain their licenses for short track racing after making the initial change.

The sanctioning bodies that help sponsor these races require that drivers have membership in their series. There is a fee that is paid for each series as well as fees for each race when the team registers. Drivers receive cash prizes for winning and placing in the top three places as well as points that accumulate over the season to determine the best driver overall.

These races can be watched on television by fans who cannot travel to the race locations. Stations that carry them usually cater to sports venues and these races are usually taped in advance of viewing.



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