[marka]

Howdy,

So I've been wanting to go to a top level NHRA event... There's one in Columbus on 5/21... We'd only be able to go on Sunday...

http://www.nhra.com/apcm/templates/event_s...=91&navsource=8

Anyone know what's up with these? Like, should I get tickets in advance? Do I want the $41 one (regular admission) or the $54 one (pit reserved seating)?

Ideally I'd like to be able to walk around through the pits and stuff.

Also... Where's the best place to watch drag racing? Near the start, near the lights, in the middle, or ??

Anything I should bring that I wouldn't normally think of? Right now its sunscreen, camera, and ear protection...

Thanks!

Mark

[jensend]

Agree with most of what was said. Have been to a number of "nationals" events at Englishtown, NJ. One thing that is interesting (at leats at E-town) is that you can easily get fairly close to the lights at top end. You can't fully appreciated how really quick and fast the Pro class cars are until you've stood at the traps and watched them from launch to finish. Six seconds and 200 mph sounds decent until you see how soon they finish and how fast they go by you. With the fuelers, noting tire growth is also a real trip.

Another great experience is the Nostalgia Drags. With the improved technology in both drivetrain and tires, many of the early drag cars are amazingly quick. Also, the pits at these events tend to be more casual. Most owners/drivers are more than willing to discuus their cars and their history. It's also great for showing kids what things used to be like. My kids loved it and were always anxious to go.

If they don't restrict it, bring your own food/drink. Food prices are usually stupid and the lines at a "nationals" eveny are usually long and time consuming.