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I came to the AMP Energy 500, my seventh consecutive Talladega weekend, ready to see Carl Edwards right the wrongs from the Aaron’s 499 in April. It was a cool, sometimes cold, weekend that featured a Mountain Dew 250 ran late in the evening and won by Kyle Busch with a push from his teammate Aric Almirola. We sat in the Moss-Thornton Tower, section E, right on Start/Finish. I was pulling for Rick Crawford, who made a late race charge to the front, but he was wrecked by Mike Skinner. Sunday morning was cool, but dry. The sun made for a nice day at the track. Many people would comment that the race was “boring” but I find every race at Talladega unique in some way. This race featured several laps where the entire field was in a single-file line. My driver, Carl Edwards, played his usual smart strategy of riding in the back to avoid “The Big One” but could not muster a run to the front in the end. Jamie McMurray held off charges from several drivers late in the race to claim victory after a green-white-checker finish was cut short by a crash in the tri-oval on the final lap. Overall, I believe NASCAR’s ruling to disallow bump drafting did lead to a less exciting race but I’m sure they will work on it for 2010. Happy HALLOW-DEGA!
No Track Comes Close To Matching Talladega Eight Races Into Chase
A fact lost in the furor surrounding the competition during the AMP Energy 500, is that Talladega Superspeedway produced at least 10,000 more green-flag passes than any other Chase track and doubled the next-closest amount of lead changes with 58.
Talladega Superspeedway produced 13,438 green-flag passes during the AMP Energy 500 on Nov. 1. The most competitive race behind that was Lowe’s Motor Speedway, with 3,170 green-flag passes. Auto Club Speedway in California produced 29 lead changes among 9 different drivers, half of Talladega’s 58 lead changes among 25 different drivers. What makes Talladega’s number even more impressive is that the AMP Energy 500 is typically only a 188-lap event, the fewest number of laps among Chase tracks in which a lead change can be recorded.
“I believe it’s important that we keep things in perspective as we look back at the 2009 Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup,” said Talladega Superspeedway President Rick Humphrey. “Talladega has a tradition of some of the best and most competitive racing in NASCAR and once the stats are taken into account, I think tradition was upheld.”
Thank you for sharing with us your thoughts about the on-track activity during AMP Energy 500. We appreciate your support and always value your feedback.
Talladega has a tradition of some of the best and most competitive racing in NASCAR. We also are home to many of NASCAR’s most passionate fans. Rest assured that we continually look for ways to enhance every aspect of the fan experience at Talladega Superspeedway. Regarding your feedback about the AMP Energy 500, I will personally have discussions with all parties involved, including NASCAR, to determine how we can further provide you with a great experience in the future. It is a top priority for me and my staff.
As we build toward the April 23-25, 2010 Aaron’s Dream Weekend, please be sure to visit www.talladegasuperspeedway.com for the latest developments.
Thank you again for being a loyal fan of Talladega Superspeedway.
Many of you noticed the interesting costumes when you arrived at the concessions stands to refuel on a Pepsi or Miller Lite. Each of the volunteer groups were asked to dress in costume as a contest during for the Mtn. Dew 250 fueled by Fred’s in celebration of HALLOW-DEGA.
St. Paul Lutheran School won the Americrown Service Corporation Costume contest at Talladega Superspeedway during the AMP Energy 500 weekend. They were awarded $500 for their winning entry.
Second-place was awarded to St. Claire County High School Band Boosters and third-place was split between Children’s Miracle Network and Bama Heat.
Race fans that want to bring home a piece of historic Talladega Superspeedway will have that opportunity immediately following the 2009 AMP Energy 500. As part of a massive frontstretch grandstand renovation, the track is selling a limited number of original seats from the inaugural 1969 Talladega 500.
“Ever since we announced our grandstand renovation project, our fans have inquired about purchasing the old seats,” said Talladega Superspeeedway President Rick Humphrey. “We are offering a limited number, so anyone that wants to own a piece of history needs to act fast.”
The seats will be sold as a set of 4 for $99 and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Only 1,000 sets will be sold. Purchases can be made at www.talladegasuperspeedway.com/My1969DegaSeats. All sets are sold as-is and must be picked up. No seats will be shipped.
Talladega Superspeedwayhas partnered with InStadiumSolutions (“ISS”) to implement a text-message based communication system at their facility. The service debuts next weekend, October 30 – November 1, at Talladega, host to the Mountain Dew 250 fueled by Fred’s NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race and the AMP Energy 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race.
The text messaging system allows fans to communicate directly with the racetrack’s command post if assistance is needed in dealing with any special needs inside the facility.
“In our continuing efforts to provide thrilling and safe guest experiences, we are extremely pleased to debut this innovative technology at Talladega this weekend. It further demonstrates our focus on providing a safe, enjoyable and unforgettable race experience for our guests,” said Talladega Superspeedway President Rick Humphrey. “ISS’ text messaging system allows fans to communicate instantly with our command center and receive immediate assistance at their location.
“InStadiumSolutions is thrilled to partner with Talladega Superspeedway and give their fans the ability to report, within seconds, unruly fans, medical emergencies and any other track issues directly to the venue’s command center. We know the Superspeedway is always looking to improve the guest experience and our Fan Text Messaging System will help do just that,” said ISS’ Vice President of Sales and Marketing Scott Meyers.
Texting instructions will be placed prominently throughout each facility via static signage and will be regularly broadcast through audio and video public announcements.
Strange occurrences and urban legends have swirled around Talladega Superspeedway since its inception forty years ago. But instead of focusing on rumors and myths during its Halloween race weekend, the historic track turned to a much more symbolic and meaningful ceremony to prepare for welcoming thousands of race fans. Creek Medicine Man Robert Thrower performed a traditional Native American blessing ceremony today on the start-finish line and asked for balance to be restored to the land.
More information about the ceremony can be found HERE.
The Stars of “Trick My Truck” Visiting Talladega during race weekend!
Ryno & Rob, stars of CMT’s ‘Trick My Truck” will be at the Speedway Sports Club on Sunday, November 1st, signing autographs and meeting the fans before the start of the AMP Energy 500. Tickets in to the Speedway Sports Club can be purchased by clicking HERE!
They will also be making an appearance at the Hall of Fame on Friday, Oct. 30, from 9-11 am and 2-4pm. The duo will appear with three trucks from the show; Ironman, Fowlplay and Wavemaker. The second autograph session will be Saturday, Oct. 31, from 8am - 1pm.
More information on the weekend schedule can be found by clicking HERE.
