PDC, 1 month away, will it happen

[dirt crow]

Curl said 100% capacity or no go. Will it happen on time, in the fall, or not at all. Let’s say you....

[Shiny Side Up 18]

Personally, I'm not holding my breath.

[GEAR_HEAD]

He said on DoD that he would make the decision no later than today.

[t4g2]

Yes he will be having a facebook live this evening is my guess like usual on if its a go or a NO. Im hopefuly but i doubt it will happen this year. As later in the year you will be scheduling against Lucas and woo races.

[MRM]

Yes he will be having a facebook live this evening is my guess like usual on if its a go or a NO. Im hopefuly but i doubt it will happen this year. As later in the year you will be scheduling against Lucas and woo races.

There are already some cancellations (WoO), could be more for both later in the season. Some dates may open up, but Lucas and WoO will look to fill those as each needs X amount of dates to satisfy sponsor obligations.

[t4g2]

Yes but several other races on woo and lucas trying to get rescheduled aswell. Lucas in Sept has all 3 weekends lined up for other shows not counting world weekend. In October they also have the first 3 weekends schedule already. So thoses dates would be out unless they dont worry about car count. Or unless those dates get cancelled which we wont know til a month away or less. Plus for Illinios WOO is looking at a few of thoses dates for the Illini 100.

[NeedforLMspeed]

Anyone think they'll cap the car counts to a certain number to space people out?

[JayD]

Like the Kings Royal, Knoxville Nationals and the Dream it’s not gonna happen, hope I’m wrong.

[CIRF]

It was just announced that the Sandwich Fair is cancelled and that is in early September. Given that development it's hard to believe governor crooked fat-bastard is going to allow an event the size of the PD Classic happen.

[dirt crow]

I believe if it meant having the PDC this year, a WoO event, and no other options, they’d schedule it even if Lucas was racing same time elsewhere.

[NeedforLMspeed]

It said on DoD racewire for the Fals opener Matt Curl was suppose to announce soon whether or not the PDC would be run on the WoO series. It also said he pledged to run it only if health restrictions allow a full crowd.

[fryefan]

I imagine it will get postponed till 2021.

[IL LM Fan]

Not looking good with cases on the rise. So far IL is still moving forward with re openings though.

[t4g2]

We will find out in a few hours. THE ANNOUNCEMENT will be made this evening. I was there 2 weeks ago on opening rain out and talked to Matt as i was wanting to pick up my tickets for the pdc and he said that i couldnt they werent releasing any out at that time. And that July 1 will be the announcement on this race.

[Shiny Side Up 18]

My guess is no PDC, but a smaller event with WoO instead. Maybe a 50 lapper or something.

[t4g2]

If thats the case i hope they give all the out of staters first tibs on tickets as some have booked flights already.

[NeedforLMspeed]

I'm guessing if it's a no go this will be the first of some major upcoming events to be cancelled

[NeedforLMspeed]

Rocket1 just tweeted a video of them leaving on 40 days and 40 nights.

[TeNfOMaFiA69]

Rocket1 just tweeted a video of them leaving on 40 days and 40 nights.

Ofcoarse the Fairbury clowns gotta have a big announcement... they still believe the track is the only track in the country

[WildBill32]

I'm guessing that it will be a yes. Unless the Governor steps in & puts a stop to it.

[JayD]

Ofcoarse the Fairbury clowns gotta have a big announcement... they still believe the track is the only track in the countryHey now FALS is the greatest track on the planet just ask them. lol

[t4g2]

Tickets for pdc are closed. per ticket website

[golddirt]

So what was the announcement ?

[Billy_the_kid]

So what was the announcement ?Its top secret

[t4g2]

Hasn't been one yet

[Shiny Side Up 18]

https://media.tenor.com/images/0e7aa2e29a8a9a33676cdf1e39bef3ef/tenor.gif

[golddirt]

Exactly shiny!!🤣🤪😝

[NeedforLMspeed]

Nothing on ESPN yet

[Wendell 6M]

Can we all take a chill pill? TBA yes or no Thursday July 2, 2020

[golddirt]

Be cool to see shepherd win it again!

[t4g2]

Fairbury shouldn't had said he was making the announcement today if he's not going to. Just saying and too many have to book flights an hotels an such or cancel

[BirkyTime15B]

I’m gonna say it’s a no go. Especially with Lucas and WoO changing Midwest swing today.

[HoosierDirtFan]

Matt never said he was making that announcement today. He said he had hoped to make an announcement by July 1st. Once again people only hear what they want to hear. That is what I remember him saying.

[t4g2]

When I talked to him on opening night/ rain out he told me Announcement July 1 and wouldn't let me pick up reserved tickets 26 to be exact and just like eldora ticket sales stop.

[WisWildManFan]

He said an announcement was to be made by today. No announcement to me means it’s a noGo as of now and they are trying to wait it out.

[t4g2]

Just got confirmation announcement will be tomorrow from a very reliable source.

[CIRF]

Ofcoarse the Fairbury clowns gotta have a big announcement... they still believe the track is the only track in the country

BLASPHEMY I tell ya'!! Pure BLASPHEMY!!

This kind of sacrilege will not endear you to those who worship at the alter of FALS!! LOL!

[muddy mike]

Farmer City just released a schedule with a full show on july 31st. might not mean anything but who knows.

[Pennsboro32]

I believe they said there would be a decision on July 1st with an announcement to follow. They probably held a meeting yesterday among themselves with an announcement coming today for the public.

[bullring]

I don’t think any Illinois tracks being allowed 100 percent capacity yet. Plus with covid round 2 being fired up since the protests are dying out, I wouldn’t be surprised if Chubby tried to put more limits back in place.

[Shiny Side Up 18]

Farmer City just released a schedule with a full show on july 31st. might not mean anything but who knows.

Sounds like a dead giveaway to me.

[Shiny Side Up 18]

I wonder if this may be a determining factor.

https://www.cities929.com/2020/07/01/pritzkers-covid-19-orders-face-court-challenge-in-clay-county-court/

[Pennsboro32]

Postponed until 2021. Curl will promote a $25,000 to win WoO event at Kokomo.

[BloomerWon]

PDC to Kokomo...

[zach51]

Yep. Says "cancelled" on the DOD schedule page for July.

[CIRF]

Financially, all of this has to be hurting Curl badly in light of the fact that he just purchased controlling interest in the track. Really hope this plays out in a way that Curl survives and prospers down the line.

Looking forward to heading over to Kokomo for Curl's late model event. Kokomo is at least equal to FALS in quality of track prep and facility! Should be a good one!

[lurker]

Curl will promote a $25,000 to win WoO event at Kokomo.

Do you know the date by chance? Someone should throw Gas City in the mix too, JMHO

[CIRF]

Do you know the date by chance? Someone should throw Gas City in the mix too, JMHO

Putnamville would be a good venue for a high profile dirt late model event, as well.

[Shiny Side Up 18]

From Fairbury FB page:

Prairie Dirt Classic Postponed to 2021; Adds two day $25,000 to win WoO Show at Kokomo

The first ever $50,000 to win Prairie Dirt Classic, presented by the Bank of Pontiac, has been postponed until the summer of 2021 Fairbury Speedway officials announced today after ongoing meetings with the state and county officials. “It’s disappointing, no doubt. However I am very grateful for the support and guidance the Livingston County Health Department has played in allowing us to go back to racing the past couple of weeks,”says Matt Curl, owner and promoter of the Fairbury Speedway. “In the end, it’s the right decision for our community and the long term success and well-being of the Fairbury Speedway. I have no doubt in my mind that the 2021 PDC will be the biggest racing event in the history of FALS.” The Prairie Dirt Classic was anticipating a record crowd of over 8000 people in the facility in 2020.

Originally scheduled for July 31st & August 1st 2020, the Prairie Dirt Classic will continue its tradition in 2021 with all camping reservations and reserved tickets transferring over and good for the 2021 PDC weekend. All reservations are locked, and reserved ticket vouchers will be sent in the mail this fall to those who purchased tickets to date. Fairbury Speedway will be offering a refund to any reserved ticket or camping holder for the PDC. However if a refund is requested, they will not be allowed to purchase those tickets in the future; and the tickets will be opened back up to the general public for purchase in 2021. People requesting a refund for the Prairie Dirt Classic reservations need to send an email to falstickets@gmail.com. The last date to request a refund will be Sunday August 2nd 2020.

With the news that the Prairie Dirt Classic would be postponed in 2020, Curl will be announcing details on Tuesday July 7th of a two-day $25,000 to win event with the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series at the Kokomo Speedway in Kokomo, Indiana. Scheduled for July 31st & August 1st, Curl will be promoting this mega event at one of Indiana’s most prestigious venues. “I am extremely excited to have the opportunity to promote a race at Kokomo. The O’Connor family has been great to work with and the combination of our teams will make for an amazing weekend.” All the details including ticketing, camping and all race information will be released next week on the Fairbury Speedway and Kokomo Speedway websites.

Speedway officials are excited to announce the new and updated schedule posted on the Fairbury Speedway website at www.fairburyspeedway.com. Highlighted races coming to FALS in 2020 include the DIRTcar Summer Nationals presented by Rhino Ag on Saturday night July 11th. The $10,000 to win Late Model show will also include $2,000 to win DIRTcar Modifieds plus Sportsman. Reserved seating and camping will go back online this weekend for purchase.

September 5th will play host to the first ever Twin 10’s FALS Super Nationals presented by New Solutions Ag and Casey’s. The Mars series will sanction the $10,000 to win Late Model portion of the Super Nationals and the American Modified Series will sanction the 8th annual Modified Nationals paying $10,000 to win in 2020. Reserved tickets and camping from the May 9th Spring Showcase Mars race will be moved to Saturday September 5th. Tickets and camping will go back on sale for this event this weekend. Those people that had reservations for the original Casey’s Modified Nationals weekend will be getting a full refund in the mail this summer.

The annual FALS Frenzy will now be a Saturday only show on Saturday October 10th paying $15,000 to the winner of the Late Model feature. Presented by Edelman Electric Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling, the FALS Frenzy will also host $2,000 to win Modifieds, and $1,000 to win Pro-Crate Late Models. Reserved seating and camping for this event will open back up and be available for purchase this weekend.

Fairbury Speedway in conjunction with the Livingston County Health Department have worked diligently to make the speedway as safe as possible following the CDC & IDPH guidelines. Attendance limits have been put into place for future events; however with the amount of seating at the speedway, we don’t anticipate hitting those limits for any of the remaining races in 2020.

Fairbury Speedway will return to action this weekend, July 4th, for a regular FALS Cup night of racing including a full fireworks show for the fans. Thank you to all the fans, drivers, sponsors, and crew for all their support during what has been an unparalleled summer. We are excited for what the future holds at FALS!

[Win1]

The race was called too soon. My local State Rep has had a lawsuit against the governor over this crap. Not long ago he posted on his Facebook page, Illinois is open! The governor got it sent to Federal court. The feds sent it back. A judge ruled in Darren Bailey's favor today.

[WisWildManFan]

Probably not a better 1/4 mile to take the PDC and make it the HDC

[Bloomerdirtking]

Hate to hear your show has been postponed until 2021, but coming to Kokomo I am stoked!! Last years Lucas show was terrific. About time Kokomo has seen some love and being embraced.

[Bloomerdirtking]

Now if we can just get the DTWC to the “Burg”

[t4g2]

Anyone know the seating capacity for kokomo? as Indiana is at 50% capacity

[Shiny Side Up 18]

Anyone know the seating capacity for kokomo? as Indiana is at 50% capacity

I thought Indiana was opening capacity to 100% on the 4th?

[t4g2]

Not sure only thing I heard was Indy 500 is limit to 50% not sure when it's being ran.

[Bloomerdirtking]

Governor Holcomb backed off the opening. Race tracks still at 50%. I was at the Indiana midget week show on Father’s Day at Kokomo and it seemed like a larger crowd to me than half capacity.

[t4g2]

Thanks. As in illinios some tracks follow protocol and others don't.

[Bloomerdirtking]

A new grandstand was built a few years back that holds 2,000 people on the back stretch. Probably another 4,000 on the front stretch FYI.

[CIRF]

Not sure only thing I heard was Indy 500 is limit to 50% not sure when it's being ran.

The Indy 500 will be run with 50% spectator capacity (approximately 175,000) on Sunday August 23rd.

The ticket allocation policy is a bit confusing but basically if you purchased or renewed 4 or more tickets you can have half of your seats, or if you do not wish to attend they could become available to someone else without losing seniority.

We're going to attend. All indications are that the 175,000 tickets that will be available to be used are going to be in high demand. I'm surprised that the State of Indiana is going to allow the 500 to happen at all.

[CIRF]

Hate to hear your show has been postponed until 2021, but coming to Kokomo I am stoked!! Last years Lucas show was terrific. About time Kokomo has seen some love and being embraced.

I'm with you 100% Bdk! Kokomo is as good as it gets in regards to racy, track prep and the facility itself. We make at least 3 trips over to Kokomo Speedway every year since the O'Connors bought it and have yet to be disappointed! Beyond doubt that it's on a par with FALS.

[lurker]

I'm with you 100% Bdk! Kokomo is as good as it gets in regards to racy, track prep and the facility itself. We make at least 3 trips over to Kokomo Speedway every year since the O'Connors bought it and have yet to be disappointed! Beyond doubt that it's on a par with FALS.

Went to Kokomo last night. Track was perfect all night. Quickly watered it a few times, and tickled the cushion once pre-features. No dust all night. Still throwing clay in the street stock feature. More info regarding seating to be announced July 7th.

[t4g2]

I just hope it's more than 50% capacity. If not I see this being canceled to unfortunately.

[lurker]

JMO, I think all will be well t4g2. I haven’t been to an Indiana track yet this COVID season where capacity has been an issue.

[t4g2]

My concern kokomo seats 6000 if it's 50% capacity that's only 3000 fans allowed. if that's the case I see this not happening. I hope not as I'm planning on going but holding off til more details.

[lurker]

For what its worth, I’d say it was 80% full last night with no capacity restrictions. Seating info comes out on Tuesday July 7th. We’ll all know then.

[lurker]

Here’s what the track looked like last night, with 93o temps during the day.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OjDLx3_XBA