Eldora 4 weeks away ....

[kd1]

… will it happen? ..limit on spectators? .. what's everybody feeling/thinking/vibe on this?

[Pennsboro32]

99.9 percent think it won't happen in June, definitely with no fans.

[Clayton_Wetters]

A limit on spectators at Eldora???? They would rather wait...

[BloomerWon]

Move it to I55!!

[champion24]

We would love to see the Dream, but I don't see it happening in June! Crow has said it will be raced for some time!

[thexfactor0210]

They need to make the decision ASAP in my opinion..lot of people need to know for vacation time and it would be good for racers to know. If you read WoO"s updated schedile release they mention not racing on Dream weekend so maybe it has a chance for PPV only
No way in heck they have a full stands.

[GEAR_HEAD]

I say they give full stands a shot. They'd have to bring in the state militia to stop thousands of people. And if they do manage to shut it down Tony can file suit in Federal Court. In my area county DA's are already telling businesses to open if they want because they aren't prosecuting any businesses for opening.

[WisWildManFan]

If a 7,000 to win Lucas race purse is $35,000 I can’t see eldora running dream without fans unless the get picked up by a tv network

[dirtyboy]

Won't happen.. Check back in September for a double header

[50Dixon50]

Move it to I55!!

Yes bring it on down to Missouri

[zyoung25]

Not happening. Earl would haunt that place forever if they ran a race with no fans.

[Clayton_Wetters]

I say they give full stands a shot. They'd have to bring in the state militia to stop thousands of people. And if they do manage to shut it down Tony can file suit in Federal Court. In my area county DA's are already telling businesses to open if they want because they aren't prosecuting any businesses for opening.

They could get ugly and close the highways. Local and out going only. lol

[Clayton_Wetters]

Not happening. Earl would haunt that place forever if they ran a race with no fans.

At least his billfold would!!!

[MEE]

lets c a race this week sold 700 general admission tickets @ $30=$21k60 lates and 10 people per car 600@$40 =$24k plus PPV Could eldora make any money ??

[mccreadiefan39]

They need to make the decision ASAP in my opinion..lot of people need to know for vacation time and it would be good for racers to know. If you read WoO"s updated schedile release they mention not racing on Dream weekend so maybe it has a chance for PPV only
No way in heck they have a full stands.

Vacation time? You must be one of the few people that still has a job.

[thexfactor0210]

Vacation time? You must be one of the few people that still has a job.

Few people. I didnt realize 90 percent of the country was unemployed?

[fryefan]

Move it to I55!!

And how would Tony decide which 700 fans he would allow to go? That is the number of fans allowed at Pevely, MO under restrictions by the governor.

[fryefan]

If it happens in June, then it will most likely be PPV.

[zooker25]

I have 2 seats for the Dream but probably wouldn't go even if they allowed fans in. It would be nice if you could trade them in for the pay per view if it happens.

[mccreadiefan39]

Few people. I didnt realize 90 percent of the country was unemployed?

1/5 Americans out of a job as of yesterday.

[WisWildManFan]

And how would Tony decide which 700 fans he would allow to go? That is the number of fans allowed at Pevely, MO under restrictions by the governor.Woo sold more than 700 I believe

[WisWildManFan]

What if they made the Dream day time races the weekend of the world lol

[JayD]

1/5 Americans out of a job as of yesterday.Yes but don’t worry our Trump leading republican socialism loving leaders are giving them free money so they can control their lives. Yes republicans love socialism.

[50Dixon50]

1/5 Americans out of a job as of yesterday.

Fox news said yesterday their was 14.5 % of Americans unemployed the worst since the great depression

[Jking24]

1/5 Americans out of a job as of yesterday.Not sure where you get your info but last time i checked 14% isn't 1/5. I only know two people who are on ferlow. And i don't think people in the great depression were getting 100% unemployment plus a extra 400$. Things are tight right now for alot of people but the large majority wants to go back to work and their are jobs waiting for them as soon as the states get their heads out of their ass. This is a big deal but the current reaction doesent fit the numbers. People/ business's need to push back. We've played their game long enough time to get back to work you can't hide from it.

[thexfactor0210]

Not sure where you get your info but last time i checked 14% isn't 1/5. I only know two people who are on ferlow. And i don't think people in the great depression were getting 100% unemployment plus a extra 400$. Things are tight right now for alot of people but the large majority wants to go back to work and their are jobs waiting for them as soon as the states get their heads out of their ass. This is a big deal but the current reaction doesent fit the numbers. People/ business's need to push back. We've played their game long enough time to get back to work you can't hide from it.

They also did not get a $1200 check per person and $500 per kid. They also did not have tons if government assistance programs. Everyone is still eating and surviving.

[Big Daddy 37]

lets c a race this week sold 700 general admission tickets @ $30=$21k60 lates and 10 people per car 600@$40 =$240k plus PPV Could eldora make any money ??

Ummm, Huh??

Gotta love public education.

[zyoung25]

JayD must love that quitter Bernie.

[JayD]

JayD must love that quitter Bernie.No I like Trump and his socialism policy, he gives me money for doing nothing.

[NeedforLMspeed]

Where I live you can work part time and still collect unemployment. I'm classified as part time but work full time. The downfall in doing that is if you use it up when you don't need to and something happens and you need to rely on it you won't have it until the next year.

[t4g2]

Some are making more money on unemployment than they were working. So they don't want to go back to work. At my brothers job 2 ft guys chose to work 2 days a week and collect unemployment. The other 2 are PT an gets screwed because there working more hours now. So they can't get it. Anyone else see the next event on Eldora Facebook? It's showing nothing til late September.

[t4g2]

An if they pass this next stimulus bill most won't want to go back to work til they have to especially in my area. As I struggle to find help. We had business close before the virus because lack of employees and help.

[Tireguy17]

You can’t run a $125k-to-win race with no fans. It’ll get pushed back.

[thexfactor0210]

I would think they would run it with no fans either but they are on two dirt tracks that could probably do it with corporate sponsors.

[dirt crow]

Another thread turned into the same ol $h!+

[foxfire2dirtracing]

Yep- politics & not racing!!

[MasterSbilt_Racer]

It's not happening in June.

[t4g2]

per Eldora Facebook next event is Sept 25 befour crowns unless I'm missing something but clearly says next event.

[Pennsboro32]

per Eldora Facebook next event is Sept 25 befour crowns unless I'm missing something but clearly says next event.It doesn’t say next. It just has it as an upcoming event. But I agree there won’t be a Dream in June.

[t4g2]

but I'd thought the next event would be listed there. like other tracks have the next event listed there. same with the bowling centers under events they have the next event listed. not skip events.

[GEAR_HEAD]

Restaurants and bars open fully in Ohio on May 21.

[Clump O Clay]

1/5 Americans out of a job as of yesterday.You really can't be that stupid to post a statistic like this are you? It is not a personal attack but an observation on your knowledge of published statistics like the unemployment rate.

[JabberJaws83]

Restaurants and bars open fully in Ohio on May 21.

They’ll be open, but it won’t be “fully”. There are plenty of restrictions.

[jr29]

Restaurants and bars open fully in Ohio on May 21.

Not exactly.

[Clayton_Wetters]

Not exactly.

You like the AP don't you??

https://apnews.com/e0054ac4c8bcb2e00064c891603f7c77

Ohio governor: Restaurants, bars to fully reopen on May 21

Of course there will be distancing and masks, etc. So CNN can show public fear affects.

[NeedforLMspeed]

It's not true unless it's in CNN, MSNBC or NPR.

[jr29]

You like the AP don't you??

https://apnews.com/e0054ac4c8bcb2e00064c891603f7c77

Ohio governor: Restaurants, bars to fully reopen on May 21

Of course there will be distancing and masks, etc. So CNN can show public fear affects.

Well of course there are distancing requirements....That's not fully reopen. The headline is deceiving.
Fully reopen would mean you can pack the place like it was this time last year.

[jr29]

It's not true unless it's in CNN, MSNBC or NPR.

You compared Covid-19 to HIV.

[NeedforLMspeed]

You compared Covid-19 to HIV.

No i didn't. I said there's no vaccine for HIV.

[jr29]

No i didn't. I said there's no vaccine for HIV.

It was a horrendous comparison. A disastrous post.

[thexfactor0210]

I wonder why they are waiting to make an announcement. Hopefully it is out soon.

[t4g2]

Id think announcement within next 10 days on it. As too many fans travel far distances. But def a good sign to see bars and restaurants are opening open even if just partially.

[ready2rd]

The Dream, World 100 same week Ohio speed week solid week of racing and lot of beer consumed

[chasenracing2001]

Expect announcement this week. Meeting Wednesday.

[thexfactor0210]

Expect announcement this week. Meeting Wednesday.

Eldora staff is meeting?

[racedad11]

Dream, first race at Eldora. No fans

[Pennsboro32]

Dream, first race at Eldora. No fansIs that your opinion? or...

[racedad11]

Maybe a little inside knowledge. I`m still cautious though.

[In The Gas]

I say run the Dream. Drivers and 6 crew members allowed. 2000 fans allowed and sales based on number of years the ticket owner has renewed their tickets. This would allow for plenty of distancing.

[Barbecueboy]

1/5 Americans out of a job as of yesterday.

Using real numbers , 1 in 8 didn't have a job to begin with.

[chasenracing2001]

Speedy camping told us that a meeting with Eldora was happening the 13th and they would know more then.

[Kentucky Dirt]

I see no way they can have the dream in 3 weeks with where things are today. It's a shame as I've never missed a Dream to date and always look forward to this weekend. I have regular reserved seats as does everyone else and just don't see that the state will allow it to happened. To me this whole Covid-19 wouldn't stop me from attending all bunched in together with thousands of people if it was to go on as planned. I refuse to live my life in fear.

[thexfactor0210]

Anyone hear anything after the meeting today?

[chasenracing2001]

Spoke to the lady from speedy camping. She said a meeting took place, but they haven't been told nothing.

[roughride]

Kentucky Dirt I'm with you. This crap needs to end. I'd be there in a second. I looked at our Ohio numbers here recently. You're 4 times more likely to get hit by lightning in your lifetime than to die from this virus. Counties surrounding Eldora are not enforcing the business shutdowns?

[t4g2]

As far as I can tell by Facebook all bars and restaurants are take out only til may 21st

[foxfire2dirtracing]

As of this morning: the motel where we stay in Greenville -
1. Cannot have the breakfast bar
2. Indoor pool is shut down
3. No housekeeping staff close to guest
4. Guest must stay in their rooms or meet outside at a distance.

Orders of the Darke County Health Department

[NeedforLMspeed]

Are people still required or advised to "self quarantine" for 14 days if traveling from anywhere out of state?

[MasterSbilt_Racer]

My tickets come from one of the biggest buyers at Eldora. They have been telling him the race will happen, but not in June.

[Clump O Clay]

Are people still required or advised to "self quarantine" for 14 days if traveling from anywhere out of state?Where did you come up with this? For goodness sake this messge board is not the place to look for clarification on Covid19 protocol. But as reference, Ohio never had guidance to shelter within for 14 days if traveling into th state.

[Clump O Clay]

My tickets come from one of the biggest buyers at Eldora. They have been telling him the race will happen, but not in June.Biggest buyer of what? Now I am curious simce you are boasting about your ticket source.Look for race in October which you are right isn't June.

[RiffRaf67]

Clay:
Early on Gov Dewine has mandated that if you were a resident of ohio, returning to ohio after traveling out of state, that you were to quarantine for 14 days. It was aimed at the snow bird population returning from the south in the spring, but also included my son who had traveled to VA to visit his GF.
This was back at the beginning of April, I believe that order is still in effect but I could be wrong as I have way since stopped paying attention to the news about all of this.

[MasterSbilt_Racer]

Biggest buyer of what? Now I am curious simce you are boasting about your ticket source.Look for race in October which you are right isn't June.

Buyer of tickets.

[golddirt]

Well hell I get my tickets from Eldora them self whoop Dee Doo

[Jim11h]

Yes signs on all major interstates saying if coming from out of state to please quarantine for 14 days. The big digital signs that they change when needed. Don't believe they can force a quarantine though

[NeedforLMspeed]

Well hell I get my tickets from Eldora them self whoop Dee Doo

That's probably going to be post of the day. Congrats... lol

[CIRF]

Well hell I get my tickets from Eldora them self whoop Dee Doo

Good one goldy! LOL!

[MasterSbilt_Racer]

All I'm saying is the guy is going to get a straight answer since he's been buying a huge chunk of reserved seats for decades. It's not bragging. You guys are clowns.

[golddirt]

And the rest of us are going to be lied to come on now

[CIRF]

And the rest of us are going to be lied to come on now

Zinger #2! No brag just fact! LOL!

[raburke23]

They will not run The Dream without fans. If they can;t host June 4-6, they will re-schedule for later in the year.

[RiffRaf67]

Heresay, from a bunch of buckeyes (worthless nuts):
A friend of mine (ex-track promoter) heard from a friend of his (another ex-track promoter) that heard from a friend of his (ex-sanction owner) that talked to someone (who will remain nameless) in eldora management that thier first race will be the Kings Royal.
Dream will be moved, Ohio Speedweeks likely to be canceled altogether.
For What Its Worth...

[MasterSbilt_Racer]

And the rest of us are going to be lied to come on now
How many calls you think they are fielding every day?

Someone who made a large cash outlay is a customer who will get better service. No different than if you call Mark Richards to help you with 2 new xr1 vs a 1991 black front.

Troll on if you wish. I guess quarantine has gotten to you.

[golddirt]

So your saying I won’t get my tickets that I have been getting for 18 years?! That blows

[mskdorf]

A friend of mine called there today and they told him they are making a decision in by Monday the 18th and they will post it.

[golddirt]

That I will believe

[TS FAN]

I believe it too. WHEN word comes directly from the big E. Rumors are doing no good.

[chathamracefan]

Whatever comes, I have no doubt that place will do right by it's fans! Always has. Most reasonably priced big time event track in the country. Especially for the caliber of events they hold.

[dirtracefan33]

Move it to I55!!I wouldnt mind that! Or the Prairie Dirt Classic neither for that matter!

[Trax53]

If it happens, I already have the days off work and I AM going.
If it doesn't I'll just have to haul the camper elsewhere that weekend, already having the time off.

Covid sucks!

[dirt crow]

If it happens, I already have the days off work and I AM going.
If it doesn't I'll just have to haul the camper elsewhere that weekend, already having the time off.

Covid sucks!

I hear ya. I’m off all week to. I’m headed to Indiana to my friends lake house May 30th for 4 days. Then usually head to the Moose in Celina, then to Eldora. I’m going regardless. Gonna see all my yankee friends and have a great time. But I’m still highly confident. Friend from Celina sent me info of what’s opening in Ohio before or by May 31st On that list included campgrounds, horse tracks, and sports leagues. Very promising. But I’m sure some sap will shoot this down in a comment below. Lol

[t4g2]

If you seen the same list i did look at the bottom of that list. It says no casinos or racinos which i assume means racing as its a typo but i hope im wrong. The list is if you google ohio mandates it comes right up. Like i said just dont know what racinos is

[NeedforLMspeed]

If you seen the same list i did look at the bottom of that list. It says no casinos or racinos which i assume means racing as its a typo but i hope im wrong. The list is if you google ohio mandates it comes right up. Like i said just dont know what racinos is
A Racino is a type of gambling establishment that also has some kind of racing included. Most generally a horse track or dog track. The racing may resume but the casino part of the property would be closed

[dirt crow]

If you seen the same list i did look at the bottom of that list. It says no casinos or racinos which i assume means racing as its a typo but i hope im wrong. The list is if you google ohio mandates it comes right up. Like i said just dont know what racinos is

Sounds like indoor activities. Eldora’s fresh air and fumes and rubber means no chance of catching covid-19-bs-1%. Lol!!!

[t4g2]

I kinda thought maybe that's what it was but never heard it called that before. Thanks for clarification.

[NeedforLMspeed]

I kinda thought maybe that's what it was but never heard it called that before. Thanks for clarification.
Your welcome. I've heard it before but not for along time. I'm not even sure if Ohio even has one? Probably because most of them have closed or are closing is why you don't hear the term. Especially the dog tracks. A few I have heard of also have some kind of controversy behind them when it how they are classified and the protesting behind it when it comes to animal torture.

[Barbecueboy]

If you've ever seen how some of those trainers and owners treat and train those dogs it is tortuous.

Some , not all.

[dirt crow]

If you've ever seen how some of those trainers and owners treat and train those dogs it is tortuous.

Some , not all.

Let’s turn them trainers loose on hillary. She’s the ultimate dog.

[ohdrtfan]

I guess they could open and run it if they follow the 50% capacity guideline, but then how do you determine who gets to attend and who doesn't? I would bet that probably over 50% of the fans get there tickets In November during the pre-sale period every year. If they are using the latest guide lines then i would guess it's not gonna happen in June. As right now Mass gatherings are still prohibited even if they are out doors. I too hope they announce something soon so i can rearrange my vacation if needed and possible. This was copied from the current order that is still in place as far as i know . The date it was put up was May 2nd , I don't know if it has been amended as of yet. But the page i found the link on said update as of May 14.

This list was under a heading titled continued business closures. but is most likely not 100% accurate because i think I've heard of some of these types of places opening up anyhow.

Entertainment/recreation/gymnasium sites.

Includes, but is not limited to:
All places of public amusement, whether indoors or outdoors, such as:
Laser tag facilities, roller skating rinks, ice skating rinks, arcades, indoor miniature golf facilities, bowling alleys, indoor trampoline parks, indoor water parks, arcades, and adult and child skill or chance game facilities remain closed.
Gambling industries.
Auditoriums, stadiums, arenas.
Movie theatres, performance theatres, and concert and music halls
Public recreation centers and indoor sports facilities.
Parades, fairs, festivals, and carnivals.
Amusement parks, theme parks, outdoor water parks, children's play centers, playgrounds, and funplexes.
Aquariums, zoos, museums, historical sites, and similar institutions.
Country clubs and social clubs.

Spectator sports, recreational sports tournaments and organized recreational sports leagues.

Health clubs, fitness centers, workout facilities, gyms, and yoga studios.

Swimming pools, whether public or private, except swimming pools for single households.

Residential and day camps.

Campgrounds, including recreational camps and recreational vehicle (RV) parks.

Excludes people living in campground RVs with no other viable place of residence.

Excludes people living in cabins, mobile homes, or other fixed structures that are meant for single families and where preexisting residential activity already has been established. (E.g., for people who have part-time preestablished residences at campgrounds for the summer months.)


For answers to your COVID-19 questions, call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH (1-833-427-5634).

[Clayton_Wetters]

Better stay home crow, then you might actually get to go to a race. :)

[ThebigE]

Kentucky Dirt I'm with you. This crap needs to end. I'd be there in a second. I looked at our Ohio numbers here recently. You're 4 times more likely to get hit by lightning in your lifetime than to die from this virus. Counties surrounding Eldora are not enforcing the business shutdowns?

Agreed, this COVID-19 is a joke. 99.8% survival rate and people are acting like the worlds coming to an end. Shut of the the news and get back to normal life people. Quit being a bunch of wimps.

[klemmabyna]

If you've ever seen how some of those trainers and owners treat and train those dogs it is tortuous.

you are wrong and have obviously never worked in the sport.

[JCSullivan00]

I think Read2rd had it right early on in this post. Dream and World will be ran the same week in September for a week long show.

[GEAR_HEAD]

Agreed, this COVID-19 is a joke. 99.8% survival rate and people are acting like the worlds coming to an end. Shut of the the news and get back to normal life people. Quit being a bunch of wimps.

And 2/3 of the deaths were nursing home patients that had serious health issues already. In almost all of the deaths the person had one or more severe pre-existing health conditions. Healthy people are not dying from this.

[mcarter815]

And 2/3 of the deaths were nursing home patients that had serious health issues already. In almost all of the deaths the person had one or more severe pre-existing health conditions. Healthy people are not dying from this.

Some healthy people have died from this virus.

[JayD]

And 2/3 of the deaths were nursing home patients that had serious health issues already. In almost all of the deaths the person had one or more severe pre-existing health conditions. Healthy people are not dying from this.Where did you get your education? The US is now at 90,000 deaths from the coronavirus 28,000 are connected to nursing homes, that’s less than 30 percent.

[fryefan]

Some healthy people have died from this virus.

Replace "some" with "a lot" and you nailed it.

[Kentucky Dirt]

I really wish they would make a decision one way or the other. I purchased many reserved seats last November and have never missed a Dream race. It would be nice to know what's going on so I can make plans on if I need to find replacements as not everyone can drop what they are doing on a dime. Little over 2 weeks away! I need a Yes or No.

[Highside Hustler25]

Well, it's Monday . Lets hear some good news.

[golddirt]

Any news, Just so that we know