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We turned to some of the most loyal NASCAR fans we know to take part in this weeks #NASCARTalk. Let’s just say, “It was an All-Star Fan twitter chat.” Fans weighed in and not only answered questions, but they provided the questions for our weekly chat. We discussed whether fans were happy with the quality of racing at this year’s All-Star Race. Another hot topic included how much of the positive reaction to the All-Star Race was due to how poor the previous four events were. Of course, there was much debate about whether the All-Star package was gimmicky and if fans are in favor of using restrictor plates at other 1.5-mile tracks.
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Question 1: @DonDelarente asks, “Were u happy with the quality of racing at this year’s All-Star Race?” Yes, no, and why? #NASCARTalk
Q1:@DonDelarente aks, "Were u happy with the quality of racing at this year's All-Star Race?" Yes, no, and why? #NASCARTalk
— All Turns No Brakes (@turnsnobrakes) May 21, 2018
Answers:
A1: I was very happy with the way the All-Star race went. It was something different and put on quite the show! I hope this is something they can build upon their next package.
— Kenneth W Lee Jr. (@FrontRowKenny) May 21, 2018
A1: I thought it was pretty exciting but different. A lot of people didn't like it because the speeds were much slower. I'm perfectly fine with 170 mph speeds if it produces better racing. I would love to see how this package works at Indy, Michigan, or Pocono. #NASCAR
— Kobe Lambeth (@KobeLambeth) May 21, 2018
Some teams used their super speedway set ups and others used their traditional mile and a half set up…
— Steve Rollins (@DonDelarente) May 21, 2018
Yes, I was happy with it because I considered this package to be competitive. It also gave some underfunded teams a chance to shine (look at the open results)
— KEMMO (@KEMMOCupSeries) May 21, 2018
The racing was good. But if you advertise that you have the 40 best stock car drivers in the world. Will a car that can go 190 at Charlotte with low Downforce showcase that talent with a highdownforce Car that can be driven wide open? ♂️
— Mick Rose (@GoDucks42_mick) May 21, 2018
Question 2: “Is what we saw at the All-Star Race a good preview to what we could see at other tracks with a restrictor plate?” ~ @LugsPodcast #NASCARTalk
Q2: "Is what we saw at the All-Star Race a good preview to what we could see at other tracks with a restrictor plate?" ~ @LugsPodcast #NASCARTalk
— All Turns No Brakes (@turnsnobrakes) May 21, 2018
Answers:
Only if they use the same duct package otherwise it will be just like the some old restrictor plate racing.
— Kirk English (@positivejoe14) May 21, 2018
A2: longest run was 30 laps and no points on the line. Need a larger sample size.
— Mick Rose (@GoDucks42_mick) May 21, 2018
Other 1.5 mile tracks I believe it would work!
— Bill Steinbach III (@bill_steinie3) May 21, 2018
Would be a great idea to definitely try it out on the other 1.5's & Indy.
— J.D. Cardwell (@jdcardwell80) May 21, 2018
A2: I think it depends on the track. This package may work better some tracks compared to others. Only time will tell. #NASCAR
— Kobe Lambeth (@KobeLambeth) May 21, 2018
Question 3: @NASCAR_Opinion said, “The All-Star package had a very gimmicky aspect to it, are you okay with NASCAR using gimmicks to create a better product?” Thoughts? #NASCARTalk
Q3. @NASCAR_Opinion said, "The All-Star package had a very gimmicky aspect to it, are you okay with NASCAR using gimmicks to create a better product?" Thoughts? #NASCARTalk
— All Turns No Brakes (@turnsnobrakes) May 21, 2018
Answers:
I don't want a show, I want good, hard, door banging racing at various kinds of tracks. Nascar needs to lose some of the LAME 1.5 mile tracks!
— DegaMomma (@Pixxydoodle) May 21, 2018
I mean, nothing really worked prior to Saturday to make the mile and half's interesting. But, that was good to watch. However, it takes more than one race to determine judgement.
— Brent Jones (@jonesbrent570) May 21, 2018
A3 Maybe they should move.the race around. Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of the most boring tracks on the circuit. 1 car was so much faster that in 2 laps no one was even close? Seems legit.
— Charlie Bowles (@CharlieBowles6) May 22, 2018
Gimmicky??? Hmmmm… I think the fact they were trying to make it a more enjoyable race for the fans, shows they do come up with good ideas… occasionally
— Kirk English (@positivejoe14) May 21, 2018
I am w/Brent on this. 1-can't lie it was more exciting. Was it the most exciting 1.5 race? not to me, I have for sure seen better but it's been a long time. 2-that race was not typical in form, will it look the same or 400 laps? 3-it felt gimmicky to me and still didn't enjoy it
— Bodacious (@BodaciousBeer) May 21, 2018
Question 4: “How much of the positive reaction to the #AllStarRace is due to how poor the previous four events were versus if this year was judged by itself?” ~ @PETMPodcast #NASCARTalk
Q4: "How much of the positive reaction to the #AllStarRace is due to how poor the previous four events were versus if this year was judged by itself?" ~ @PETMPodcast #NASCARTalk
— All Turns No Brakes (@turnsnobrakes) May 21, 2018
Answers:
I thought the race was awesome, and that has absolutely nothing to do with the past races
— Daniel Schulz (@SDaniel56) May 21, 2018
A4: It has some effect but the overall product on the intermediate tracks haven't always been the best. I enjoyed the All-Star race. The racing was fun. Another option is producing a much different car when we get to Gen 7. #NASCAR
— Kobe Lambeth (@KobeLambeth) May 21, 2018
A4: compared to the 4 points paying races, there was actual battles through the field and even for the lead at times during the all star races not just one driving getting out front, and using that clean air to his advantage.
— Patrick R. Dron, Martin and Ryan Truex fan (@patrickdron78) May 21, 2018
A 5: Yes they should. Indy, Pocono and Michigan would be perfect places to run it.
— Jonathan Thiebaud (@Jtbaud249) May 21, 2018
A4: there is some truth to that but I usually don’t compare races with other years
— ryan goodrum (@ryan_goodrum) May 21, 2018
Question 5: “Should NASCAR consider using this package with longer straights such as Indy, Pocono, and Michigan?” ~ @KobeLambeth #NASCARTalk
Q5: "Should NASCAR consider using this package with longer straights such as Indy, Pocono, and Michigan?" ~ @KobeLambeth #NASCARTalk
— All Turns No Brakes (@turnsnobrakes) May 21, 2018
Answers:
A5: I think those places are suited it for this package. I think out of those tracks, the ones that need it the most are Indy & Pocono.
— Kenneth W Lee Jr. (@FrontRowKenny) May 21, 2018
A5 Indy for certain. If they don't do something to rescue that race, it'll be gone from the schedule.
— Kirk English (@positivejoe14) May 21, 2018
I don’t know ♂️ a couple of years ago the low Downforce at Kentucky looked like the way to go. Then you let the teams work on the cars and the teams find away to get better and eventually stinking up the show.
— Mick Rose (@GoDucks42_mick) May 21, 2018
A5: That's exactly what they're doing with the NASCAR Xfinity Series later this season. I'm very intrigued to see how it goes. If given the green light, it could be the future of NASCAR. #NASCAR
— Kobe Lambeth (@KobeLambeth) May 21, 2018
Question 6: “Are you in favor of using restrictor plates at other 1.5-mile tracks?” ~ @Ryan_Goodrum #NASCARTalk
Q6: "Are you in favor of using restrictor plates at other 1.5-mile tracks?" ~ @Ryan_Goodrum #NASCARTalk
— All Turns No Brakes (@turnsnobrakes) May 21, 2018
Answers:
I love restrictor plate racing. Rubbin is racing!!
— The Nesting Owl (@TheNestingOwl) May 22, 2018
A6: I hate to be "that" guy but regardless of what changes nascar makes to the body, these teams will science the shit out of it in a short amount of time. I dont want to see this series go "iroc" but with the tight box these guys are already in we're moving in that direction.
— Danny Swanson (@DannySwanson90) May 21, 2018
If it means more pack driving I would have to say yes. And the drivers, other than Kb seamed to enjoy it for the past race. Maybe because of the money and no points?
— Linda Jenks (@Lindajjcleaner) May 22, 2018
A6: No, I say increase horsepower and decrease sideforce and Downforce. And put more control in the drivers hand and throttle control.
— Mick Rose (@GoDucks42_mick) May 21, 2018
A6: if it makes the overall product at those tracks better, sure try 'em out.
— Patrick R. Dron, Martin and Ryan Truex fan (@patrickdron78) May 21, 2018
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