It was a big time for sure. I'll add ----> The following is really important ----> that the USCA welcomes participants of all skill levels. Their marketing might imply that USCA events are hardcore all-out competitions, when the truth is that everyone is welcome including novice enthusiasts.
I personally had this impression myself since in prior years, events had catchy names like Face-Off. I don't want you to remove my face. That name is long gone and while there is in fact a competition going on at USCA events, you need not participate at that level. Instead, you can enter as a novice, work on your driving with the help of a FREE instructor and enjoy the competition when not behind the wheel. To me, that's the best of both worlds.
I have driven Daytona as a competitor in a ChumpCar Race two years ago. Despite that experience, I still chose to enter the novice class. Lucky me, I pretty much had the track to myself. With a fresh engine under the hood, it was a great chance to shakedown my car. Can you imagine how much it would cost to rent THE Daytona International Speedway for two days of testing? Plus an instructor? Plus Albert's exemplary grilling?
The biggest concern was that Daytona would wear my car out -- especially since it was so hot. The USCA eliminated that concern by adding in temporary chicanes to limit speeds and increase safety. It worked.
... The entire experience costs far less than the price of a pair of billet hood hinges. Spectator, novice, or competitor, get yourself -- and your hot rod -- to the next USCA event and be sure to attend next year's Daytona event. Add it to the very top of your bucket list. It's THAT good.
Thanks,
Steevo
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Steve Chryssos
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