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dpkimmel2001

dpkimmel2001

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Fired Up Friday. I tried this once before and it didn't go over well but it's worth another shot since we have a bunch of new posters on here. Three questions just to get your thoughts. This is a stolen idea from NASCAR Radio's The Morning Drive. They ask these questions every Friday. Sometimes they center around current topics and sometimes they are something new to talk about. Today's questions.....

FUF #1: "What is your opinion on blocking in the sport of NASCAR?"

FUF #2: "What would be the bigger story? Dale Jr winning the championship or Danica Patrick winning her first NSCS race?"

FUF #3: "If you could do one job in NASCAR other than be a driver, what job would you chose and why?"
 
I think the whole blocking topic was blown way out of proportion this past two weeks. Personally I don't see a problem with it. Every driver would do it if the situation arises. I don't care what they say, they all would. I know one thing though, I sure as heck don't want to see a rule put in place that would try to prevent it from happening. It would be as subjective as the yellow line rule.

For me, as a Jr. fan, he'd big a bigger story should he win the championship. Probably overall though it would be bigger news to the masses should Danica win a race. The Jr. fans are already here watching the sport. I think Danica wining a race would probably bring more people to the sport.

Flagman. On top of the action. That'd be great IMO.
 
Blocking should be self policed by the drivers. If driver X has an issue with driver Z blocking than let them settle it. The worst thing would be an Indy car like rule.
 
dpk, I'm with you on the flagman job. I'd LOVE to have that job. Although, I'd need a bathroom break every now and then. :D
I could NOT be a spotter for that very reason. ROTFL
 
TexasRaceLady said:
dpk, I'm with you on the flagman job. I'd LOVE to have that job. Although, I'd need a bathroom break every now and then. :D
I could NOT be a spotter for that very reason. ROTFL
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I figure with the flagman job that there is less responsibility. They tell you what flag and when to put it out so I shouldn't screw that up too much.

As far as the bathroom goes, maybe you could have them throw a little port-a-potty up there. The sides of most of the flag stands are high enough so that you shouldn't be too exposed.
 
dpkimmel2001 said:
I figure with the flagman job that there is less responsibility. They tell you what flag and when to put it out so I shouldn't screw that up too much.

As far as the bathroom goes, maybe you could have them throw a little port-a-potty up there. The sides of most of the flag stands are high enough so that you shouldn't be too exposed.
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I heard flag men get unlimited BL during the entire race week.
 
I liked JR's comments to ESPN about blocking:
Earnhardt understands there are some who get more upset about blocking than others. He's just not one of them.
"Every driver is going to have a different opinion," said Earnhardt, who took advantage of the last-lap crash to finish second and move into the points lead. "I might block in certain situations. I would expect and accept to be blocked in certain situations.
"But you've got to give me racetrack. You've got to give me somewhere to run. You can't just run me up into the fence. You've got to give me a lane. If you give me a reasonable amount of racetrack to race on, then I really can't complain in regards to what you're trying to do to maintain the position."
Earnhardt said the time of the race also is a factor when it comes to blocking.
"Is it time to be blocking?" he said. "Is the position that important at that moment in time? Again, everybody will have a different opinion. But when somebody blocks me, I'm not blown away by the notion.
"You know, I'm not going to say that I've never blocked anybody because I have, and you do, you will. Being in certain situations, that's your only alternative. But you've got to give people racing room or expect to get turned around or expect to make a few people upset."

I think a Championship is always a bigger story than a race win regardless of who we're talking about but I'll cross that bridge when it happens. lol

If team owner is up for grabs I'd do that ;) but if you want a more realistic answer I'd say spotter.
 
Blocking is part of the game, but they shouldn't be mad if they're punted out of the way or get dumped. No driver is gonna give you a lane on a late race restart or with 5 laps to go, not a good one anyway:D

I'd say personally JR winning the championship, but ESPN will beat Danica's top 25 finishes till death so I'd hate to see her win just for the sake of my morning Sports Center.

Race director. He's calling the shots. No more "phantom" cautions or considering duct tape debris.
 
TexasRaceLady said:
dpk, I'm with you on the flagman job. I'd LOVE to have that job. Although, I'd need a bathroom break every now and then. :D
I could NOT be a spotter for that very reason. ROTFL
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Leg bag, problem solved...

Another vote for flagman. I just love the feel of the wind where there used to be hair. :D
 
FUF #1: "What is your opinion on blocking in the sport of NASCAR?"

blocking is not a problem in my book as long as the drivers are smart about it and don't cause a wreck

smart: Joey's block of Tony at California

dumb: Tony's block last year at Talledega

additionally, I don't like the IRL situation where an official makes the call as to what constitutes blocking

FUF #2: "What would be the bigger story? Dale Jr winning the championship or Danica Patrick winning her first NSCS race?

Junior winning the championship; Danica winning a race is about as likely as the Cubs winning the World Series; it'll never happen

FUF #3: "If you could do one job in NASCAR other than be a driver, what job would you chose and why?"

whatever the hell that Brian France does; it doesn't take a lick of brains and the pay is great
 
#1) Blocking is part of the sport. Nothing wrong with it at all. Like others have said, you take a risk with it though. If your butt gets booted out of the way, don't go around belly aching because that driver you were blocking didn't just stay behind you and let you win the race.

#2) Jr. winning the Championship, without a doubt. After years of "overrated" talk and high expectations, it would finally put all that talk to rest. The obnoxiousness from Jr. Nation would be unbearable, so for that reason, I pray it never happens.

#3) Gasman. I've always wanted to do something on a pit crew, and since I'm a pretty big dude, that's about the only job I'd be qualified for. Lol
 
#1: Do unto others...

#2: About the same IMHO, although I'd rathr see Jr. get the big shiny thing first. Even if Danica wins something, people will say she was given an unfair advantage.

#3: Data analyst (laptop jockey). I do that now for locomotives, and it would be cool to tweak the data for better mileage, more hp, save tires or brakes, etc.

Good topic!
 
Stop whining about blocking and move him. If you can't, don't whine about it.

Every good Jr knows that him winning 2 races in a season is a bigger story than Danica winning 1.

The fly on the wall of the nascar hauler.
 
Blocking like rubbing is racing
Jr
Spotter, since I can't pick driver, though I did actually apply for a job with nascar yesterday as an administrative assistant in in multimedia marketing so actually I'd like that too
 
#1 Same as everyone else, for the reasons already stated
#2 Danica. Because its far more unlikely to happen ( except maybe a superspeedway ). Im a fan, but given her performance its just not looking good at all unless she starts getting a lot more aggressive with the car
#3 I think something like Tex said; with data or something, since i already do a lot with computers, and want to make it a career anyway
 
The leader has the right to choose the real estate or line. If he can square his bumper past you he is entitled to that racing line.

The only forbidden blocking imo is hogging the entire track. If a driver tries to pass on the inside and gets pinched to the apron or wall, and then the same blocker tries to run him into the outside wall when he tries the outside, he is then demanding to be moved.

I don't care for bump and runs either, if a lane is available the man in front is being fair and deserves the respect.
Provided that he is not running you down to fence at the apex, and then you running you up to the wall exiting a corner (virtually telling you wrecking is the only way to pass).
I know many disagree but that's my pov just the same.

IMO if Danny or Joey had got to the high side and blocked Kyle before he reached the same spot it would have been just.

It will be never absolute just race them the way they race you. But even then you loose about 60% of the exchanges. There will always be drivers that take more than they give. It isn't a Christian business if a driver is always giving and not taking on the track he isn't much of a driver for his team, and he makes a waste of their hard work.

End of the day if you want to win, then if you can get away with it, do it take every thing you can, it is the wild west no place for the timid.
 
Danica winning.
It would make first page headlines in many places, and even if you like her the never ending coverage would test the patience.

Lifetime movies, probably even a Danica channel and more.
The greatest tragedy will be if the win happens later, at least now she is still young and hot ( the more preferred type of over-exposure) so if she must the time is now.
 
dpkimmel2001 said:
FUF #1: "What is your opinion on blocking in the sport of NASCAR?"
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I think blocking is fine only on the last few laps of the race, like 20 to go. Before that, it's pointless. From what I've seen in racing, there should be a lot of give and take and you have to work your line and bid your time. Back when I was racing online in NR2003 (and I see this in pick up races in iRacing), I see a lot of people trying to win the race on the first lap, and you just can't do that. The same goes for blocking. If you have about 100 laps to go, blocking make no sense.

FUF #2: "What would be the bigger story? Dale Jr winning the championship or Danica Patrick winning her first NSCS race?"
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Earnhardt Jr. winning the Championship hands down. It's not even a contest.

FUF #3: "If you could do one job in NASCAR other than be a driver, what job would you chose and why?"
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Receptionist, because it's probably the only job I'd be qualified for. :D ROFL!
 
I am not sure I would want any job apart from driving. A frustrated driver will not be satisfied doing anything else.

-Crew Cheif long hours, the first to go even if the driver sucks. Plus all of the personal sacrifices. Racing is tough.
-Spotter = carrying the drivers breifcase, no thanks.

I would rather just be a dummy in the stands thinking I am smarter and could do it better. Beside understading the realities would screw up my posting and post count.
 
Yea, I'll be honest, I don't think I could handle the demands that goes into a regular Cup season. I'm happy just being able to race on iRacing and watch the real guys do it on the Weekends.
 
1: Blocking is part of racing

2: Jr winning the championship

3: Pace Car Driver....I think you meant "Racer" when you said driver.
 
1-Blocking is, always has been and will always be a part of racing.
2-Danica winning a race.
3-Uhhh.....Relief driver? lol No probably spotter.. they get the best view in the house every week.
 
dpkimmel2001 said:
FUF #1: "What is your opinion on blocking in the sport of NASCAR?"
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That's why the cars have fenders, right?
dpkimmel2001 said:
FUF #2: "What would be the bigger story? Dale Jr winning the championship or Danica Patrick winning her first NSCS race?"
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Danica. Junior is supposed to win a title, isn't he?
dpkimmel2001 said:
FUF #3: "If you could do one job in NASCAR other than be a driver, what job would you chose and why?"
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Spotter; you get to watch the race.
 
SuperTex14 said:
#3: Data analyst (laptop jockey). I do that now for locomotives, and it would be cool to tweak the data for better mileage, more hp, save tires or brakes, etc.
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ST14, who do you work for? I'm a network tech for Union Switch & Signal. We make a lot of telemetry equipment for locos.
 
1) Blocking is fair game. If you feel like it's an appropriate move to keep your position at the time, go for it. But also don't be surprised if you end up in the grass the next time you dart in front of someone's nose. I should mention that it should also be done with caution at plate tracks though, considering if you screw up you're going to take out half the field rather than just yourself.

2) Jr. finally winning the Cup. Just listen to the crowd whenever he takes the lead at a race. Also, Stewart's head would explode.

3) Car owner.
 
FUF #1: "What is your opinion on blocking in the sport of NASCAR?"
No issue, find another way around.

FUF #2: "What would be the bigger story? Dale Jr winning the championship or Danica Patrick winning her first NSCS race?"
Has to be Dale. If Dale were to win the story would last all off season and be able to carry into the first couple races of the following year.

FUF #3: "If you could do one job in NASCAR other than be a driver, what job would you chose and why?
Director of infield festivities, figure there isn't much required of this position, drink beer and make sure other people in the infield are drinking beer.
 
Blocking is racing if it means something, not a 3 lap downer cause he's an ass blocking a lead lap car or on team orders like a certain toy car team.

Jr. champ hands down.

Spotter, in my opinion all the other good jobs, suite host, booze directors etc. work for the track not nascar and are one race deals.
 
My opinion on blocking: It's a part of racing. The goal is to be as high up in position as possible, and that means not giving away your position. However, you risk being wrecked, and it's your fault if you are.

The bigger story: Common sense says Junior (or anyone) winning the championship would be the bigger story than Danica wining a race, but with the media's exaggerated Danica hype, her winning a race would probably be a bigger news story.

Job for me in NASCAR: I'd probably work in the control booth. Seems like an interesting job and I like data / statistics.
 
SuperTex14 said:
#1: Do unto others...

#2: About the same IMHO, although I'd rathr see Jr. get the big shiny thing first. Even if Danica wins something, people will say she was given an unfair advantage.

#3: Data analyst (laptop jockey). I do that now for locomotives, and it would be cool to tweak the data for better mileage, more hp, save tires or brakes, etc.

Good topic!
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If you're the engineer with the laptop and slide rule, then I want to be the ornery old team owner (AJ Foyt) who throws the laptop when you get the fuel calculations wrong!

 
KevinWI said:
If you're the engineer with the laptop and slide rule, then I want to be the ornery old team owner (AJ Foyt) who throws the laptop when you get the fuel calculations wrong!
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LOL, that was his son Larry crunching the numbers too, wasn't it? If you're the owner, you can throw any damn thing you want. We both know if the gas man weighs his cans honestly, the driver has the most control over fuel mileage. We'll make a good team up on the box, let these eager beavers go over the wall and bust their asses.

Somebody get me and Kevin some ice cream damnit!!
 
With 10 to go....anything goes...Unfortunately in the same scenerio, if your blocking and in 18th place and 19th place spins you, you will more than likely collect other innocent drivers. So is 1 point worth the wrath from your ego/testosterone induced actions....

Toss up re; the jr/danica debate

The people that run NASCRAP suck....So....I would never work there....I would however enjoy being the most anti-nascrap member of the media...AKA....The new David Poole
 
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