Green Flag Drops on 2012 Season

Posted on January 13, 2012 by rcblog

Happy New Year! The 2012 Racing Season is has gone green and it’s sure to be another Awesome season. January 7th the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Series kicked-off with Anaheim I. Ryan Villopoto picked up where he left off in 2011 and dominated the event. Winter Testing at Daytona started this week for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series with their Daytona Preseason Thunder testing. By the way, this week has also been packed full of indoor dirt midget car racing at the annual “Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals.”

The 2012 calendar for RCM Marketing is already full and we have yet to add all of the local stock car racing events to the calendar. This year my former team of Rico Childers MotorSports, will not form for the 2012 Stock Car racing season, primarily due to time constraints. I made this decision at the end of last season and decided that my organization is stronger in MotorSports Marketing that we were in race team management. This has allowed us to focus on the marketing in the two primary areas of MotoSport and AutoSport. Our goals are to continue marketing at the local level while moving into the national and international markets. We are looking to enter into marketing riders in MotoGP and appear to be gaining a strong following from racing organizations in India.

This is a great time of year for racing in general…Sanctioning bodies and tracks are releasing their schedules, riders and drivers are taking advantage of warm weather for practice and testing session with their new equipment for the 2012 season. Manufactures are rolling out all of the new gear and fresh new color schemes. How can any race fan not be excited? The “silly season” is almost complete as most of the teams have completed their off season rider, driver, and crew chief changes.

Colorado Motocross Riders are on the track practicing with their new bikes and competing in the indoor motocross series events that are available. Denver will host the 2012 Kicker Winter Series on January 28th and the Bad Boys of Arenacross will be hosting an event at the Budweiser Events Center in Loveland, CO on the weekend of the 17th & 18th of February. Other area events include the Rock Star Indoor Motocross Series in Rapid City, SD this weekend on January 14th. One benefit of a mild winter in Colorado is that there are still outdoor racing series in which a rider can complete. Valley Dirt Riders holds a HareScramble every month at the Berthoud track, through April. This weekend the temperature is forecast to be in the mid 50’s and the HareScramble should be well attended and attract a strong field of riders.

On January 27th & 28th the 23rd Annual Colorado Oval Track Trade Show will be held in Longmont for the stock car racers. This is the informal kick-off to the season as all the local tracks will have a booth and schedules for the 2012 season. Drivers can register their cars, secure their racing number and then finalize plans for the season. Hats off to the Wyoming Auto Racing Club for taking the steps to ensure that Big Country Speedway will continue their 60+ years of racing, details are still in the works, but it appears that the club will take over the track lease. This is great news for all of the drivers, teams, and sponsors.

See you on the Track…

~Rico Childers

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VDR HareScramble

Posted on December 22, 2011 by rcblog

Sunday December 11, 2011 was a bright sunny day just west of Johnstown, Colorado. The temperature was a balmy 33 degrees and the track conditions were dry, muddy, icy or snow covered, depending on the location. All that really mattered was that the sun was out, after all it is November in Colorado.

Valley Dirt Riders holds an Outdoor Winter Motocross Series in the form of a HareScramble. If you have never attended such an event, I will fill you in on the format, as it is not a standard motocross race. First of all, the riders are aligned by class, in waves, on the starting grid. They do not use the starting gate, instead the riders form a line for each class, and each line is considered a wave. The riders start the event standing next to their bike, looking back at the flag person who stands behind them. When the green flag drops, the riders jump on their bike and head for the Holeshot. The remaining waves are then released, one at a time, at about 30 second intervals.

The length of this race was set for two hours on the 6.2 mile course. This event had five waves and 100+ riders, that’s a lot of bikes on the track at once and that’s part of the challenge. This is an endurance series that not only requires refueling for the bike, but in many cases also the rider. Many of the solo riders had friends there to assist with cleaning goggles and refueling their bikes, while they slammed down water and healthy bars. Other riders were “on their own” and appeared to have everything they would need strategically placed on their favorite chair.

One of the five waves, the team riders, all appeared to have entirely different strategies. In the team class, the riders must exchange a hairband that worked much like a baton in a relay race, and must be with the rider on the track. Some teams would switch riders after every lap, some after two, some after three, depending on their strategy or who needed to stop to clean their goggles.

The race day also offered a 30 minute scramble for the little ones on the 50 track. The turn-out appeared to be good as many parents brought their young riders out for the afternoon segment.

Overall, it was a great day at the VDR HareScramble! It’s always nice to see the new bikes for the upcoming year. Many riders train all winter, race HareScramble, Indoor Motocross and Arenacross events to keep in shape and continue to work on their skills. This is also a great time to get comfortable on next year’s bike, as many riders get a new bike each year. At the end of day, it’s all about determination and the will to be the best…when was the last time you challenged yourself to be the best?

See you on the Track…

~Rico Childers

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Take Action!

Posted on November 21, 2011 by rcblog



I was meeting with an individual last week who was interested in starting his own business. He was prepared for the meeting and appeared to have all of the pieces in place for his new venture. He had requested the consultation to learn how to get it all rolling and I told what I recommended. After the meeting, I got a text message from him stating that he wasn’t ready to move yet because he didn’t have all the pieces together…. So I decided to share a few thoughts in this blog.

A plan without action is just a dream! Why is it that so many people who have awesome business ideas, go through all the work and do all the research for their new business and then never take action to implement the new business? I am constantly being asked “How would you recommend that I get this or that new business going?” I give them all the pieces, via free advice, I tell them that the majority of tools they need are all FREE on the internet, and then they fail to take action! Why? Is it the fact that they are looking for approval from their friends? Do they not have the courage? Do they not have the passion to provide a better lifestyle for themselves and their families?

This question has been plaguing me all year and I have come to the conclusion that some people just aren’t in a place where they are ready to take action. The problem is that if you have an awesome business idea and you don’t take action, someone else will! How would you feel when you’re surfing the web six months or a year later and find out that someone else took an idea similar to yours and now they are making bank? All because you failed to take action! I’m not talking about business ideas that cost millions to implement, I’m talking about new start-ups that are inexpensive to implement and offer high financial returns.

Wayne Gretzky once said, “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take” and I agree! I have heard some of the best business ideas and yet the creator, who in my opinion is sitting on a goldmine, never takes any action. So is it because the people don’t have the true Entrepreneurial spirit in that working for yourself is better than working for the man? Are they not true Barefoot Executives? Do they not want a better lifestyle free of financial obligation to creditors? Do they not want to spend more time with their family and be able to attend their children’s school events? I have come to the conclusion that some of them just aren’t ready and others never will be ready. How sad is that, to be gifted with a great idea, have all the skills and tools you need and do nothing with it?

In conclusion, whatever your dream….TAKE ACTION! Hit the library or bookstore and pick-up “The Barefoot Executive” by Carrie Wilkerson or check out her videos at www.barefootexecutivevideos.com. This is a great place to start and get ideas about how to get rolling. There is so much free information available to anyone on the web, all you have to do is be willing to take action and have the Focus and Will to succeed. Don’t worry about your friends, as you grow your business the people you call your friends will change and that’s ok. Have Faith in your skills and follow your dreams…after all, you are only here once!

~Rico Childers

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Checkered Flag Drops on 2011 Season

Posted on November 6, 2011 by rcblog

The 2011 asphalt short-track racing season wrapped up in October at Big Country Speedway and Colorado National Speedway. Overall, it was a great season for the drivers and teams that form Rico Childers MotorSports. Together the Team compiled 24 Main Event Wins and 59 Top 5′s.

Driver Mark Sopr brought home the hardware for 2011 Track Champion in the Grand American Modified Division at Colorado National Speedway and Big Country Speedway. Congratulations to Mark, Crew Chief Buba and all of the Rock-N-D race team. Winning a track championship takes a lot of dedication and focus, to do it at two separate tracks, in two separate states, speaks loudly about the caliber of this driver and team!

Driver Gary Hobbs and his team, made strides toward the end of the season. The new chassis for 2011 had its challenges early, but the team worked hard and got the #8 Late Model dialed in and when it was good, it was good!

Mark Kelly finished the season second in points in the Super Stock Division at Big Country Speedway. Mark suffered several flat tires in the Main Events during the season, and that appeared to be the difference in the points race.

BreAnn Adkison completed her first full season in the Junkyard Warrior Division. After totaling her primary car early in the season in a crash at HiWay 92 Raceway Park in Gering, NE, the team built a new car that was simply awesome. She was able to finish second in the season points at Big Country Speedway.

Marcus Kelly completed the majority of the season in his Junkyard Warrior, until a crash totaled his car later in the season. Marcus borrowed a Super Stock and drove in four events to get seat time for next season, when he will compete full time in the Super Stock Division.

Colorado National Speedway, a 3/8 mile NASCAR sanctioned asphalt track is located in Dacono, Colorado. If you are looking for some Awesome racing on a Saturday night next year, be sure to put them on your calendar! It’s a quick program that isn’t overbooked and the staff does a great job of keeping the races moving. This is key to keeping the attention of the little ones and getting them home to bed at a decent hour.

Big Country Speedway is a 1/4 mile asphalt short track, located in Cheyenne, WY. They moved up their start time this year to 4pm and that appeared to work out great for all the drivers and the small fan base that attended the races. Uncertainty lies ahead as the track is for sale and rumors that the current track manager will be moving on. This small community has supported the track for over 60 years and hopefully if everyone pulls together, they can have a racing season  in 2012.

Overall, it was a great season for everyone at Rico Childers MotorSports. I would personally like to thank RCM Marketing, all of our sponsors, fans, drivers and teams for making this season a success. GodSpeed to all!

See you at the races…

~Rico Childers

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How to Get Started in Motocross: ~Tip #4

Posted on September 27, 2011 by rcblog


Tip #4: “Show Me the Money”

Money is the cog that turns the wheel in all divisions of MotorSports. Let’s be realistic and say that it is a determining factor in many decisions we make in life. The question is, “does it have to be?” Whatever happened to “where there’s a will, there’s a way” or “think outside the box?” This article will discuss two options to funding your new passion: Sponsors and Fundraising.

At this point in the series, if you have done the homework, you know you will need to acquire about $6,000. If you don’t have that in savings and your parents aren’t excited to take you to the ATM, then it’s time to get out a pen and paper. Depending on your age, you can do the next step alone or with your parents. Make a list of all the places that you spend money, this list should include: your favorite local restaurant, the shop that cuts your hair, the local garage that works on your car, the auto parts store where you purchase parts, and your insurance agent. If you are with sitting with your parents, ask them to add to the list their friends that own businesses. Locally owned businesses will usually support local riders, especially if they like you. This is just another way for them to use their advertising budget and get their advertising “on track” so to speak.

Next you will need to draft a letter or a Motocross Resume to let the businesses know what you are doing. Since you are new to the sport and don’t have any results, focus on how you will promote their business. Be sure to include the number of races you plan to compete in, as well as the racing circuit you plan to ride. If you are not sure how to draft a motocross
resume, contact the professionals at Motocross-Riders.com and they will
hook you up.

Once you have your motocross resume in hand, put on a clean shirt and pants (without holes) and go out and visit the people on your list. They should recognize you and be willing to listen, as you are a customer. At first this may seem intimidating, but look at it as training for when you win the championship and you are doing an interview on the podium. I would start by asking for around $300 bucks, as that is affordable for most small businesses and the average price of an ad in the local newspaper for only
one day. If you can get 10 sponsors, that’s $3000 and your half way there!
Don’t be surprised if you run into a few businesses that want to give you more, so play it cool and treat them the way you want to be treated.

Another option for raising funds is by doing a fundraiser. Think of all the times you and your parents have bought something because it supported a good cause. This time the cause is you! You can go online and purchase something cool, in bulk, for cheap and then sell the items as a fundraiser. One idea would be to purchase a case of aluminum or stainless steel water bottles. You can get them for under $10 bucks and sell them for $20-$25. If you’re working with your parents, ask them to help you out by selling them at work. Fundraising can be more work and take longer to reach your goal, but as long as you meet your goal, it won’t matter once you’re on the track.

In closing, be creative when it comes to finding sponsors or choosing a
fundraising program. Remember for every dollar that you raise, it’s a dollar
that you didn’t have to spend out of your own pocket. Trust me, there will be a ton of other stuff that you will want and you will spend plenty of your own
money. So, when you go out to dinner tonight, remember….”Show Me the Money!”

See you on the Track…

~Rico Childers

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Motocross Resume & Sponsorship

Posted on September 15, 2011 by rcblog


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Obtaining sponsorship is a great way to help offset some of the cost of  motocross. It gets your name out and lets companies know you are interested in promoting their products and services. One of the best ways to do this is through a racing resume. Your racing resume should be one page long, cover the basic information (name, contact info, what class you currently ride, best career results), current sponsors and your future goals. A cover letter is optional.

Potential sponsors receive thousands of racing resumes each season. The key is to make your resume stand out from the rest! If you are a student, including your last report card is a good idea. This tells sponsors you are dedicated to working hard and succeeding both on and off the track.

Sponsors want to know how you will promote their company…..and they want some return on their investment. Mentioning their name at the podium, passing out decals or gift cards, wearing their gear, and prominently displaying decals or other branding are all easy ways to promote sponsors. How you plan on promoting your sponsors is also great information to include in your racing resume!

When you’re just getting starting in motocross sponsors will not expect a long list of wins. How you interact with other riders and sponsors at the track, product loyalty, and how you present your sponsors is more important. Remember, sponsorship is a contract between you and that company. Maintaining a positive and professional demeanor is important. Stating in your racing resume how you plan to represent your sponsors lets potential sponsors know that you have put some thought into how you will work to promote them and how you handle sponsorship in general.

Consider sending a hard copy of your racing resume to business people you already have a relationship with. For example, your insurance agent, hairdresser, dry cleaner and realtor are all good options. Remember, a business does not have to be involved to motorsports to be a motocross sponsor! There are a lot of people at the track besides the riders: vendors, promoters, parents, siblings, wives, etc. that a business can market to!

To obtain your professionally written racing resume please visit:
Motocross-Riders.com

~Kara Skolnick
RCM Marketing

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How To Get Started In Motocross Racing ~Tip #3

Posted on September 7, 2011 by rcblog

Tip #3: New vs. Used

When purchasing riding gear and equipment, there are all kinds of deals to save you money. First of all, most motorcycle shops will give you a discount on your riding gear if you purchase a bike from them,  just ask. Another benefit of using a dealer shop is that many will also give you a discount if you let them know that you are a Motocross or Supercross rider. Since we’re on the topic of motorcycles, let’s start there.

Your single most expensive acquisition getting started in motocross racing will be purchasing a motorcycle. As a new rider, I recommend getting a used bike and then upgrading in a year or two. Since the majority of motorcycle shops take trade-ins, start there. You can go to their websites and look at what they offer and then stop by and visit with them about what you find or what you are looking for in a bike. This is a great way to start a relationship with a business that could someday be one of your sponsors. Don’t be afraid to offer them a little less and see if they will budge, if not they will probably sweeten the deal will some other free stuff, especially if they know you are just getting started. Other sources for finding a motorcycle are craigslist, classifieds, and at your local track as riders will be purchasing their 2012 models, and need to get rid of their current bike. This is a huge benefit as most riders will always help someone new getting into the sport…it’s a Karma thing! Just remember, your budget for a bike is no more than $3000 bucks.

The next most expensive items will be your helmet, boots and neck brace/collar. In my opinion, your helmet and neck brace/collar should both be purchased new and you need to go into a dealer shop and make sure the fit is correct. Having a helmet that is too big or a neck brace/collar that doesn’t fit properly, totally defeats the purpose. It’s not worth saving a few bucks and end up with a head or neck injury that could change your life
forever. These items should be in your budget at about $300 each. As far as
boots go, the end of the season is a good time of year to pick them up used. Check the usual places and your local track; just be sure you try them on before you buy them. If you want a new pair, check with your dealer and also direct online, they will normally be around the same price, so save on shipping and buy local. You should be able to get a good set of used boots for around $100 bucks and a new set for under $300.

Riding jersey, pants and gloves are always on sale…so do some shopping around. I found one website that is still offering 2010 riding gear with jerseys for $20 bucks and pants for under $50 bucks. The gear is still cool and will work great for a new rider. This is one area you can save money if you shop for deals, it’s also a good idea to pick-up a spare jersey if you can find them at an inexpensive price. Your budget for these items should be around $175 bucks.

As far as the other items go, just shop around. You aren’t necessarily going to need them for your first ride but, plan on getting them within the first few weeks. I have an updated “New Motocross Rider~Actual Budget” with the items that I have purchased and items that I have found and will purchase soon. I have yet to find a new used dirt bike and I have already saved over $400 bucks! I have looked at a few decent 250cc dirt bikes, they are race ready and the owners are willing to deal them around $2500-$2800. So if I can find what I want at that price, that will save me almost $1000 bucks off my original budget! I didn’t list the brand, where I bought the items, or where I plan to buy the items.  However, I did purchase many of items at local shops and will also take advantage of some online sales in the near future.

Keep in mind….this is a great time of year to get everything you need as the 2012 models and gear are rolling out. Almost every website and dealer that I visited is offering “closeout sales” on their 2010-2011 merchandise, so take advantage of it!!

My next article for “Getting Started In Motocross Racing ~Tip 4: Show Me The Money” will focus on where to get the funds for your new venture.

See you at the Track…

~Rico Childers

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How To Get Started In Motocross Racing ~Tip #2

Posted on August 27, 2011 by rcblog

Tip #2: Create a Budget”

Getting started in Motocross Racing can be  expensive, but remember it is your wallet and you control how much you spend.  In my previous blog, “How To Get Started in Motocross Racing ~Tip #1” I  recommended that you make a list of everything you need and research those  items. Since you are serious about your motocross racing future I am sure you  have completed that step and are ready to move forward. I advised that you  research the items found on our MXR Checklist, write down prices and, if you  had time, visit a local track. If you did all of that, Congratulations! You are  now ready for the second step in the process, “Creating a Budget.”

Motocross Racing is an expensive sport, but where  there is a will, there is a way! It is important to complete a budget so you  are aware of how much it is going to cost to get you out riding. In this step  of the process I don’t want you to be concerned with where the money is going  to come from. Instead, I want you to focus on completing a budget that is  accurate and thorough. Once you have the budget completed, we will cover ideas  on how to cover the costs and where you can save a buck or two. Depending on  your age, you may be covering all of the costs or Mom & Dad might be  covering the costs. Either way, this exercise will assist you in figuring out  how much you are going to need to save, borrow or take out of your savings.

When you were visiting websites you probably  noticed that the majority of websites offer the same basic gear, as the  industry is pretty standardized. The main difference is the brand and  composition that each supplier produces and this is directly reflected in the  cost of the item. For example, a carbon fiber neck brace/support that is top of  the line will cost you around $700, while the same basic item made out of a  plastic composite will only run you around $300. As a new motocross racer, you  do not need the top of the line, light-weight carbon fiber neck brace/support,  as the plastic composite will work just fine. Keep this example in mind as you  complete your budget.

I don’t want this article to be brand or supplier  specific due to the fact that I have business relationships with many different  suppliers and all of them produce awesome gear and equipment. The key is that  it is going to be a personal preference for which brands you choose to  purchase. There are hundreds of blogs that compare motocross gear and  equipment, so I will leave it up to you to research your options.

Your checklist should now have a second column and  the amount budgeted for each item should be similar to the budget found on our  SouthDakotaMotocrossRiders.com website. This is a budget that I completed for  myself, as I plan on getting back into the sport of riding dirt bikes. A few  factors to keep in mind… I am an adult, so everything is going to be in the  size 2XL, I wear a size 13 boot and I am searching for a used 250cc dirt bike.  If you are a parent and have a child that is starting out in motocross racing,  the budget for the dirt bike and gear should be less as the gear is smaller  (youth size) as well as the size of the bike.

My next article, “How to Get Started in Motocross  Racing ~Tip #3: New vs. Used” will explore several different options for  purchasing your gear and getting the most for your money.

See you at the Track…

~Rico Childers

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How To Get Started In Motocross Racing: Tip #1

Posted on August 24, 2011 by rcblog

This is a new series of articles that I will be publishing in response to all the email requests that I have been receiving at RCM Marketing.

Tip #1: Make a checklist of what you need and do some research…

It is important in the beginning to make a list of everything you might possibly need to go riding. You can use our checklist at Motocross-Riders.com (MXR) or make your own, just make sure that you write it all down and keep it in a place you can easily access it. The last thing you want is to get to the track for your first ride and find out that you left your riding boots at the house. A checklist will also help you with putting together a budget and give you a place to add items that you want to bring with you next time. A simple notepad or clipboard will work, I also recommend keeping an electronic list on your computer as it is easy to make changes and print a fresh copy.

The internet, also known as the “Information Super Highway” is host to literally thousands of motocross websites. Everything you will ever need is right there at your fingertips. Just remember chances are that you are not going to compete for an X-Games Gold Medal in the next few weeks or months, so keep that in mind. Most people getting started in this sport will search for some used equipment. Depending on what equipment it is, this can save you a lot of money in getting started in motocross and you will never notice the difference in the performance of the items. For example, a $100 pair of used riding boots that are only a season old because the rider out-grew them, is a great deal that can keep a few hundred bucks in your pocket. Other items like chest protectors, riding pants, riding jerseys, goggles, knee and elbow pads are all items that can be purchased used and if they are in good condition, should still function just fine.

Helmets are another story and personally, I think they should always be purchased new. Let’s face it a serious head injury can change your life forever, so it’s not worth saving a few bucks and getting a used one that almost fits properly. I also encourage you to go into a dealer shop and try on several different brands and models, as they all seem to fit a little different. Most sales people in motorcycle shops also ride and race motocross, ask them what they prefer and what you should look for as far as fit and composition. If they are competitive motocross riders they are probably wearing an expensive helmet but most of them will tell you that they started with a lower cost brand that worked just fine. An experienced sales person and rider can get you set up will everything you need and will be happy to let you know their recommendations, if you buy it from them or not. They do this because you are looking to join the racing family, a family that prides itself on camaraderie and at one time they were standing in your shoes.

So now it’s time for you to do a little homework: Go to Motocross-Riders.com and print off our checklist, then Google “motocross gear” and write down some prices next to each item on the checklist. This will assist you when you find used gear to know if you are getting a good deal or not. Please visit our advertising sponsors on our MXR websites for riding gear as well. If you have time, go out to your local track and see what types and brands of gear most of the riders are wearing. Feel free to ask questions, they will be happy to talk to you as they all take pride in their gear and equipment.

My next blog will be on creating a budget for “getting started in motocross.”

See you at the track…

~Rico Childers

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Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca

Posted on July 20, 2011 by rcblog

So there I was, chillin’ at SFO as we just received word of our second flight delay for our trip home. No worries…this week was awesome!! It’s always nice to roll back to Cali and enjoy all the good it has to offer and also remind oneself the many reasons I reside in Colorado.  Although this visit was spent in Nor Cal rather than So Cal, it was great to see the ocean and take a long drive down PCH. The exploration of cool venues like Candlestick Park, Stanford University and possibly the best road course in the United States…Laguna Seca!

The San Francisco Bay area was cool all week with temps in the mid 60’s, drizzle and minimal sunshine. As I was taking in the scenery, I was quickly reminded that the peeps in Cali take pride in use of their horns, if you don’t go on green…it’s much like being at the drag races…any delay will cost you a chance at making the next round, or in this case the next light. The style and atmosphere of Silicon Valley were much what I anticipated, but there are always those few that stand out. Mercedes, Audi, Jaguar, BMW and Maserati were all well represented. Acura and Cadillac seemed to be outdone by the less common, yet sportier Lotus and Ferrari. Regardless, one has to appreciate the respect for ownership and the cleanliness of the stylish rides…it’s a Cali thing…taking pride in your ride!

The highlight of the trip wasn’t the trip to the Fisherman’s Warf, or the ride over the Golden Gate Bridge or even lunch at “Pizza My Heart,” although those were all highlights in their own respect.  The highlight was the trip down Highway 1 to Monterey and the short ride over to Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. As I made the turn through the gates and headed up the steep hills to the main entrance, I felt like a kid headed to Disneyland!! I wasn’t exactly sure what I was going to see, but I knew it was going to be cool. I remembered all the times I had watched races on TV, at the famed road course and I remember how drivers like Bobby Rahal used to dominate at this track. I always wondered how the AMA road racers made it through the “corkscrew” while carrying that much speed. Finally, I made it to the peak and started my decent into one of the coolest places I have ever been.

The Cooper Tires walk-over stood out as a piece of history, world renown as one of the centerpieces of this road course. As course workers were preparing for the upcoming “Red Bull US Grand Prix MotoGP World Championship” on July 22-24, we pretty much had free run of the place. We cruzed by the ticket headquarters and took the first turn toward the “corkscrew.” It was just cool to be there…standing on the track at the top of the “corkscrew” trying to take a picture that would do it justice…it reminded me when I was at the Daytona 500, standing on the track and trying to take a picture that would do it justice…seems to be a pattern here…none the less…it was Awesome!! We rolled down to pit lane and visited the premier box seating this sits above the pit boxes and then over to the Victory Lane podium that was used in last week’s Grand Am race.  It was cool to be in a place that has such positive energy.

Overall my trip Rocked! If you are ever in the area, I encourage you to take a little time and check out the place. The place is so spread out that there is plenty of room for camping and a self-guided tour. If you have any photography skills, I challenge you to try and capture the world famous “corkscrew” and send me a pic so I can add it to my album of Laguna Seca…

See you at the races…~Rico Childers

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