Always To Quick To Judge.

Good evening everyone. Being a Dale Jarrett fan and running a website for him, I always stand by my driver no matter what he drives or who he drives for. I back him up 110% for any of his actions after any incident but I recently received an email from a person via my website. I am going to keep the person's identity hidden but here is the email:

After watching how Mr. Jarrett conducted himself after the "ACCIDENT" at Lowes Motor Speedway last night, I found out that he is not the gentleman I believed him to be.
Since his announcement of moving to a Toyota which is not an American car, his personality has changed. If I was in charge of NASCAR the demonstration of poor
Sportsmanship would cost him a $100,000.00 fine and disqualification him from driving for the rest of the season. His Father must not be very proud of him today.

After I read this email like three times, all I can do is shake my head. Does this person really know what they are talking about. Just because DJ is moving to Toyota, does that make him an enemy of NASCAR? A traitor to the United States? Come on people, where is the ridicule against the guys who drive in the Truck series? You never hear any talk about those guys. You want to know why? Well it is because the Truck series is not as popular as Cup. If you ask me, I sometimes compare the truck series to the cup series like this, the truck series is the exciting college football and the cup series is like the NFL, it is all about the money.

This person who wrote the email should read the cartoon above because they obiviously do not understand anything about the sport.

Friday Funnies

Okay, I am going to do something different and start a comic entry every Friday. If you have any great funnies, just send them to me and you might be the featured "Friday Funny"






Actual exchanges between pilots and control towers:
Tower: "Delta 351, you have traffic at 10 o'clock, 6 miles!"
Delta 351: "Give us another hint! We have digital watches!"

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Tower: "TWA 2341, for noise abatement turn right 45 Degrees."
TWA 2341: "Center, we are at 35,000 feet. How much noise can we make up here?"
Tower: "Sir, have you ever heard the noise a 747 makes when it hits a 727?"

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From an unknown aircraft waiting in a very long takeoff queue: "I'm f...ing bored!"
Ground Traffic Control: "Last aircraft transmitting, identify yourself immediately!"
Unknown aircraft: "I said I was f...ing bored, not f...ing stupid!"

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O'Hare Approach Control to a 747: "United 329 heavy, your traffic is a Fokker, one o'clock, three miles, Eastbound."
United 329: "Approach, I've always wanted to say this..I've got the little Fokker in sight."

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A student became lost during a solo cross-country flight. While attempting to locate the aircraft on radar, ATC asked, "What was your last known position?" Student: "When I was number one for takeoff."

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A DC-10 had come in a little hot and thus had an exceedingly long roll out after touching down.
San Jose Tower Noted: "American 751, make a hard right turn at the end of the runway, if you are able. If you are not able, take the Guadeloupe exit off Highway 101, make a right at the lights and return to the airport."

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A Pan Am 727 flight, waiting for start clearance in Munich, overheard the following:
Lufthansa (in German): "Ground, what is our start clearance time?"
Ground (in English): "If you want an answer you must speak in English."
Lufthansa (in English): "I am a German, flying a German airplane, in Germany. Why must I speak English?"
Unknown voice from another plane (in a beautiful British accent): "Because you lost the bloody war!"

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Tower: "Eastern 702, cleared for takeoff, contact Departure on frequency 124.7"
Eastern 702: "Tower, Eastern 702 switching to Departure. By the way, after we lifted off we saw some kind of dead animal on the far end of the runway."
Tower: "Continental 635, cleared for takeoff behind Eastern 702, contact Departure on frequency 124.7.. Did you copy that report from Eastern 702?"
BR Continental 635: "Continental 635, cleared for takeoff, roger; and yes, we copied Eastern... we've already notified our caterers."

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One day the pilot of a Cherokee 180 was told by the tower to hold short of the active runway while a DC-8 landed. The DC-8 landed, rolled out, turned around, and taxied back past the Cherokee. Some quick-witted comedian in the DC-8 crew got on the radio and said, "What a cute little plane. Did you make it all by yourself?" The Cherokee pilot, not about to let the insult go by, came back with a real zinger: "I made it out of DC-8 parts. Another landing like yours and I'll have enough parts for another one."

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The German air controllers at Frankfurt Airport are renowned as a short-tempered lot. They not only expect one to know one's gate parking location, but how to get there without any assistance from them. So it was with some amusement that we (a Pan Am 747) listened to the following exchange between Frankfurt ground control and a British Airways 747, call sign Speedbird 206.

Speedbird 206: "Frankfurt, Speedbird 206! clear of active runway."
Ground: "Speedbird 206. Taxi to gate Alpha One-Seven." The BA 747 pulled onto the main taxiway and slowed to a stop.
Ground: "Speedbird, do you not know where you are going?"
Speedbird 206: "Stand by, Ground, I'm looking up our gate location now."
Ground (with quite arrogant impatience): "Speedbird 206, have you not been to Frankfurt before?"
Speedbird 206 (coolly): "Yes, twice in 1944, but it was dark, -- And I didn't land."

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While taxiing at London's Gatwick Airport, the crew of a US Air flight departing for Ft. Lauderdale made a wrong turn and came nose to nose with a United 727. An irate female ground controller lashed out at the US Air crew, screaming: "US Air 2771, where the hell are you going? I told you to turn right onto Charlie taxiway! You turned right on Delta! Stop right there.
I know it's difficult for you to tell the difference between C and D, but get it right!"

Continuing her rage to the embarrassed crew, she was now shouting hysterically: "God! Now you've screwed everything up! It'll take forever to sort this out! You stay right there and don't move till I tell you to! You can expect progressive taxi instructions in about half an hour, and I want you to go exactly where I tell you, when I tell you, and how I tell you! You got that, US Air 2771?"

"Yes, ma'am," the humbled crew responded.

Naturally, the ground control communications frequency fell terribly silent after the verbal bashing of US Air 2771. Nobody wanted to chance engaging the irate ground controller in her current state of mind. Tension in every cockpit out around Gatwick was definitely running high. Just then an unknown pilot broke the silence and keyed his microphone, asking: "Wasn't I married to you once?"

Welcome Jason Jarrett To The Blogs

Hello everyone,

Just thought I would share the wonderful news of the launching of Jason Jarrett's blog. Of course you know Jason is the son of Dale Jarrett. He is currently DJ's spotter for RYR. Also he spends quite a bit of time with the Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure. I do hope everyone will stop on over at his blog and welcome him.

His blog can be found here---->Full Throttle Living

Thanks to 4ever3 and Full Throttle for sharing this great news with us.

An Oldie But Goodie about Dale Jarrett

I found this video on You Tube. I got the idea from a blogger friend of mine 4ever3 and his blog can be found at http://4ever3canadianeh.blogspot.com/

This video is of a big crash at the end of the inaguaral Busch Series race at Homestead Miami Speedway. The leaders Larry Pearson, Kenny Wallace and Hermie Sadler get together opening up the door for Dale Jarrett to take the win. CBS commentary from Ken Squier, Ned Jarrett and Geoff Bodine.

Streak To The Finish...Just The Bare Facts at Martinsville II

Could you feel the love on the track during the Subway 500? Can Jimmie Johnson make a run for the Championship? Will rookie sensation Denny Hamlin be the one to take the title? After Jeff Burtons engine woes, the point standings have really gotten close between the top 8 drivers with only 97 points separating them. There are only 4 races left until the champion is determined. Who shall emerge the victor and who will go home as the 1st place loser? Martinsville showed us the exciting short track racing it is famous for and despite all the cautions; it was an exciting race to watch.

Here are some of the bare facts

1. Another week of disappointment for Ken Schrader and the #21 Woods Brother car. Last week at Lowe’s, the #06, driven by Todd Kluever, spun out and collected Schrader. Ironically, this week, the same #06, except this time driven by rookie David Ragan, ruined what could have been a Top 10 finish for the #21. Hey David, you might want to get on the phone ASAP with Schrader if you ever want a chance to rent out some of his shop space.
2. Great job by Petty teammates Bobby Labonte and Kyle Petty. Labonte finished the race 3rd while Kyle took 10th. It was the first time Petty Enterprises had two cars in the top 10 since Phoenix in 1999, and gave Petty 10 top-10 finishes this year, its highest total since the 1999 season. Way to go Idaho!!!
3. Matt Kenseth takes over the top spot in the standings after Jeff Burtons engine problems. It was said that Matt is not happy about how he got to be sitting in first place but you have to remember this, one persons misfortune is another ones gain.
4. Are people still saying it is too late for Jimmie Johnson? Looks like they are having a change of heart after his back to back wins and now sits only 41 points out of first place. Can this be the year that he will be the bride and not the brides maid?
5. Judge Tony? It seems that during his post race interview, Tony Stewart had some harsh words for rookie David Ragan. Tony believes he should have been black flagged and sat out the rest of the race. He does have a point since Ragan seemed to be spinning around more then driving in a straight line for most of the race. NASCAR officials need to really take a closer look at how these rookie drivers are handling themselves out on the track. Is Jack Roush really serious about putting this kid in the #6 next year? Is there no other talent out there? Have the wells dried up?
6. R-E-S-P-E-C-T. That is Denny Hamlins middle name. The last 5 laps of this race were unbelievable. Denny held nothing back. He was even heard saying on his radio prior to the final restart that "He is mine" speaking of Jimmie Johnson. You have to give the kid an 'E' for effort. Despite beating and banging on the #48, that is short track racing at its best. Heck, Jimmie Johnson even said that was some fun and exciting racing with the #11. Just a little hint to those drivers with the yellow stripe on their bumper, watch the reruns of Hamlins races, you might learn a thing or two or three.
7. What is the problem with Richard Childress? Does he believe his drivers when they say something is not right with their cars? We understand the championship is on the line but would not you rather come in and possibly fix the problem rather then keep the car out on the track till it blows up? Yes Richard you are the owner but you need to have faith in your drivers and your crews.
8. Patience grasshopper, patience. Dale Jr. made a costly mistake by trying to drive under the #9 causing the #8 to settle for a 22nd place finish vice a possible Top 10. It appears that Junior was faster then Kahne but he admitted to just getting too aggressive and pushing his car too much. Credit to Junior for admitting his mistakes instead of pointing the dreaded finger like some other drivers tend to do after a race.
9. The Cingular poll question. Can you tell that Junior is the most popular driver in NASCAR? No need to wait for the results, we know who is going to win.
10. The last four races in the Chase are going to be like the game of chutes and ladders. Just depends on who catches the most chutes.
11. Congratulations to Ken Schrader on his 700th career start. Just a shame a party crasher came along, so to speak.
12. It was great to see Ward Burton back in a race car. He finished 26th on the day. Makes you wonder if he was in some decent equipment, how he may of finished. Is that a hint to Robert Yates Racing? That is for you to decide.
    

Next up is the Bass Pro Shops 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Drivers always love coming to this track due to its high speeds. Dale Jarrett quotes Atlanta like this,

You know when you're going fast at Atlanta because it tends to make you catch
your breath, but it's also a lot of fun.

The #88 Theme Pool Table Auction is Over...

eXtreme Custom Billiards is proud to announce the winner of their one-of-a-kind Dale Jarrett, NASCAR #88 pool table. The pool table was won in a charity auction held earlier this fall to benefit the Heart of Florida United Way.

and the winner is...(drum roll please)

Fran and Rick Bays of Sarasota, Florida.

This table was autographed by Dale Jarrett and features the design of his NASCAR, sale price of the table was $12,500. eXtreme Custom Billiards is the leading designer of personalized pool tables, with designs limited only by the purchasers imagination.

Out of the $12,500 raised by the auction, $6,750 of that goes to the United Way.

That is sure alot of money for a pool table but I will say this, if I had the money, I would of definitely been bidding on it.

Congratulations once againto Fran and Rick!!!

Under The Lights At Lowe's...

If you have never experienced a race under the lights, then you have to make a trip to Lowe's Motor Speedway. Yes, we all know the infamous Bristol night race, which I am not saying isn't fantastic and spectacular, but those cars under the lights at Lowe's is something that can not be missed.

Our first experience was back in October 2004 when they hosted the first night race at Lowe's. Kasey Kahne was dominating the race until his tire blew out in Turn 2, right where we were sitting. Seeing the sparks fly and the cloud of smoke is totally different at night. Trust me, I am not one for seeing drivers get in wrecks but wow, it is exciting to see.

The cars going into the turns and bottoming out. The lights shining off of those wonderful paint schemes. A sight to behold.

This Saturday night should not be any different as the Cup drivers head to the Bank Of America 500. It is strange to see the race change its name but the banks do have the most money and of course the biggest buildings in any city in case you didn't realize it.

Congratulations to Scott Riggs on taking the pole for Saturday nights race. This guy is really out to prove he is for real and from what I have seen in the races, he is gaining respect everytime.

Good luck to all the drivers and of course GO DALE GO!!!

Streak To The Finish...Just The Bare Facts at Kansas

The Chasewhackers Prevail...

Okay, we know about the Buschwhackers in the Busch series with the Cup drivers who come to race but how about those Chasewhackers of the Nextel Cup Series at Kansas? Yes, we have another nickname, well NBC didn't come up with this one. My good friend Dennis over at StockCar Pit Pass coined this phrase on his internet radio talk show called Doin' Donuts. You can listen to his radio show with his co-host Lori Munro, the owner of the website War-Wagon, every Sunday night at 7pm CST. You can visit Doin' Donuts at Doin' Donuts

It just goes to show that these drivers, who are not in the Chase, are not afraid to go out there and drive for the win.

Congratulations to Tony Stewart on his "coast" to the checkers today at Kansas. Fantastic job by Casey Mears gliding in for a 2nd place finish and how can I forget my man, Dale Jarrett, finishing 4th.

I am not one for this fuel mileage racing but whatever it takes to win a race, my hats off to these guys. Most of the Chasers at Kansas are probably glad to be leaving this track. Kasey Kahne, Matt Kenseth, Jeff Gordon, and Jimmie Johnson really took the brunt of the tornado that hit those teams.

Did anyone else see the pouty lip by Jimmie Johnson? Come on Jimmie, you waited too long to pit, you balked on coming down pit road when Kahne spun and then you get a speeding penality. Those factors will kill your race. Maybe the 48 Team should of followed suit when the #8 and #31 made their pit stops. Hey Jeff Burton finished 5th, what does that tell you.

What happened to Elliott Sadler? He was running up front and then he disappeared off the radar. NBC failed to show us what caused him to drop to the back of the field and 36 laps down. During the first pit stops, Jamie McMurray spun and Elliott had nowhere to go and ended up T-boning McMurray causing serious damage to the #19 car. Several other cars dropped back in the field but if you are not a Chaser, you probably will not be featured in the broadcast. NBC does their through the field on lap 220 and make it up to the 13th position and then jumps to the chasers that are way back in the field. What happened to the 14th and 15th place drivers? Ahh yes, they were not chasers! The 14th place driver at that time was Dale Jarrett and the 15th was Casey Mears. Great job NBC, you forgot about the two drivers that ended up finishing 2nd and 4th...hats off to Bill Weber and Wally Dallenbach, just another great broadcasting job done by this team. Glad to hear Benny will be back at Talladega.

The race at Kansas did have its fair share of excitement and with this track showing two and three wide racing, future races ought to be more exciting.

A final note. Why was Mayfields crew pushing Kasey Kahne's car down pit road when he ran out of gas near the end of the race. Did Evernham hire him back and failed to tell us? NOT!!! NBC strikes again!!!

Next up....TALLADEGA!!! Let's Go Racin' Boys!!!