Big Fairbury news coming tomorrow.

[Shiny Side Up 18]

No idea what it will be.

[HoosierDirtFan]

No idea what it will be.

Where you hear this?

[Shiny Side Up 18]

Where you hear this?

Ben Shelton and Michael Rigsby have tweeted about it.

[cgrace]

An invitational race???

[mccreadiefan39]

Hopefully the DTWC is moving to Fairbury!!!!!

[chathamracefan]

Invite only would be a big yawner imo. They have been running open car counts there for almost 2 months now. At least I don’t think there was a cap for summer nats race.

[cjp0354]

The remainder of the Hoosier Dirt Classic will be completed at FALS. Probably Sunday, Sept 6th. Just a guess though.

[Zonks32x]

Given FALS recent history with WoO and the fact their track owner was the former WoO LM director, the DWTC moving to FALS seems unlikely. Although I'm sure Lucas would love to have a race at FALS.

Pure speculation...a WoO LM event or combined WoO LM/Sprint event of some sort.

[Highside Hustler25]

combined WoO LM/Sprint event of some sort.

Yep, that just gave me a woodie:)

[50Dixon50]

Because of the history with Fals and woo I would think a woo latemodel Event

[modman1010]

Also heard the DTWC is coming to fairbury from a little birdie

[GEAR_HEAD]

Also heard the DTWC is coming to fairbury from a little birdie

If they weren't able to have the PDC how would they have the DTWC?

[bleedblue55]

Given FALS recent history with WoO and the fact their track owner was the former WoO LM director, the DWTC moving to FALS seems unlikely. Although I'm sure Lucas would love to have a race at FALS.

Pure speculation...a WoO LM event or combined WoO LM/Sprint event of some sort.

The DTWC and Hillbilly Hundred are Carl Short races and only sanctioned by Lucas, if Carl says Fairbury thats where one could end up.

[zyoung25]

The remainder of the Hoosier Dirt Classic will be completed at FALS. Probably Sunday, Sept 6th. Just a guess though.

I've heard the Hoosier Dirt Classic will not be made up at kokomo, I'm going with this.

[thexfactor0210]

There is a race on FLO on a Tuesday in September titled One Night Only at FALS. I believe this may be what they are referencing. If it just a 10k race or so that would not be the big news I think some of us are hoping for! Lol

[t4g2]

I don't see it being a big race as Illinois is getting shut down again by our lovely governor.

[Highside Hustler25]

I don't see it being a big race as Illinois is getting shut down again by our lovely governor.

Thinking the same thing.

[BloomerWon]

Yep, that just gave me a woodie:)

The sheep by you must be terrified! 😆

[Pennsboro32]

The remainder of the Hoosier Dirt Classic will be completed at FALS. Probably Sunday, Sept 6th. Just a guess though.

Considering WoO is in South Carolina the night before, that’s unlikely.

[Shiny Side Up 18]

The fact that it's on Flo rules out WoO being involved.

[bullring]

World Finals moving to FALS

[zyoung25]

Penn, I didn't think about that date. I still think it's going to be moved.

[Pennsboro32]

Penn, I didn't think about that date. I still think it's going to be moved.

I’d say you’re right, I just don’t think it will be the 6th. Should be interesting.

[smooth32]

emailed chris at Kokomo a couple days ago asking if a date has been set for the WoO make up race and got no reply. Not really a big deal but i have emailed her a couple times before and always got very quick response. My hunch is she is not spilling the beans about the race moving. pure speculation.

[WisWildManFan]

probably making the fals frenzy a 2 day show.

[Parts-Guy]

(World Finals moving to FALS)weather is Great in Illinois in November..........

[thexfactor0210]

Guess we will find out tonight on Fairbury Facebook page around 615pm central...

[TeNfOMaFiA69]

(World Finals moving to FALS)weather is Great in Illinois in November..........

That’s the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard

[CILDirt]

They are going to announce a big race, make you pay full price for two days of reserved seats, cancel and keep your money until they can come up with a new date next year. If you want a refund then you lose your tickets for the make up date.

[t4g2]

Fal Frensy was a 2 day show then when covid hit they changed it to a 1 day show so not sure they will go back on it.

[reid boys]

CILDirt not sure what the problem is? If you can't make it next year then get a Refund. If you can't afford it you shouldn't have bought them in the first place.

[thexfactor0210]

Fal Frensy was a 2 day show then when covid hit they changed it to a 1 day show so not sure they will go back on it.

This is true and I don't think they want a large gathering of campers and people for multiple days based on the state/county guidance. Also, for those of us in Illinois it looks we may be going back a level soon due to positive tests apparently so this may all be for nothing.

[bullring]

Whoops. I was wrong about World Finals. Heard from Cody they are moving Dirt in December from St Louis to FALS.

[Krooser]

I'm thinking Blackie will be having an autograph session at Fairbury... January 1st.

[MasterSbilt_Racer]

I think McGrath, Pierce, Erb, and Terry Casey are racing Crown Vics in a grudge race.

[t4g2]

I'm thinking buying the school so add more camping an their putting extensions on the backstretch for not seating. even though they will use it a few times a year.

[dmr37]

A 1000 to win, 100 to start 4cyclinder show!

[dirt crow]

D Suave will propose to Kevin Weaver at the September MARS event on backstretch.

[Buford.Justice]

The sheep by you must be terrified! 

Ever seen a sheep yawn?????? hehe

SORRY HH!!!!!! :)

[Highside Hustler25]

Ever seen a sheep yawn?????? hehe

SORRY HH!!!!!! :)
Yeah, I was a little hesitant on pushing the go button on that one. I knew a few would have fun with that.🤓🐑😜

[CILDirt]

I'm thinking buying the school so add more camping an their putting extensions on the backstretch for not seating. even though they will use it a few times a year.Not sure if they would buy the school, but it could be more upgrades. Most likely on the front stretch. I have heard that there are plans for the old grand stand and more seating in turn 1. They need to build one big complex on the front stretch right up close to the track.

[t4g2]

Aslong as they dont mess with the main grandstands. If they mess with them they will lose alot of support by the town. I know alot of faithfuls that sit their every race and im talking long time faithfuls. 30 plus years faithful and alot of family memories. Turn 1 is possible but very dangerous as i have seen many of tires and car parts fly off their.

[Krooser]

I think McGrath, Pierce, Erb, and Terry Casey are racing Crown Vics in a grudge race.
Now you're talking....

[turnleftandgasit]

I went my first time in 75, and I wan't nothing but them to be torn down.

[Josh Bayko]

The fact that it's on Flo rules out WoO being involved.

Flo does the SDS races for WRG. There is groundwork for a further relationship too.

[thexfactor0210]

If they want to continue to grow and hold bigger shows they need to tear down the front stretch stands and build larger, unobstructed stands

[t4g2]

They can't grow as they have no room for parking or camping. Got to get Thoses problems solved first before seating. And expand concession counters. Shouldn't take me missing 3 heats to get a burger and water.

[dirt crow]

They can't grow as they have no room for parking or camping. Got to get Thoses problems solved first before seating. And expand concession counters. Shouldn't take me missing 3 heats to get a burger and water.

Only concessions I hit all year are at Eldora. I fill my gut up at a restaurant or campground before arriving. I don’t go to race tracks to stand in lines for food. I go to watch racing. ....then after race, if one’s available, straight to Steak ‘n Shake.

[t4g2]

Well I try supporting the track esp weekly shows but not anymore at fals I'll eat before I go.

[Highside Hustler25]

I'm generally the same DC. I eat before I go. But when they have bacon wrapped skrimps and crab ragoon like they did at LaSalle, I'm in !

[HoosierDirtFan]

Kokomo - Hoosier Dirt Shootout - to be made up October 23rd.
Big announcement next

[HoosierDirtFan]

Tuesday, September 15th 2020
Super Late Models $15,000 to win & $1,000 to start.
"One For The Road"
Davenport, Sheppard & More.

PLUS

UMP Modifieds

[ride height]

I agree the front stands need redone. But I get it...it’s kinds part of the charm / history factor. Besides if they tear those down...people in town will lose their $hit. It’s sort of the Wrigley field of dirt. Don’t want to lose historical look, but they need to do something. It’s a super fun place to race or watch a race. Somehow they need to keep the Fairbury aura, but grow a little as well. Not an easy task

[Highside Hustler25]

I believe Matt said full capacity is 7000? Correct me if I'm wrong.
I'd say that's maxed out unless you want to eliminate the camping. Otherwise, their is just no where to park all the vehicles. You're only going to plant so many butts around a 1/4 mile oval.

[MUD MAESTRO]

The only problem FALS has is an adequate facility to serve a larger number of race fans. Frankly, FALS isn't the quaint little race track in the middle of town I remember from years past. Enjoy the new monster in Fairbury, I'll stay at home and support the special races on line.

[Highside Hustler25]

It still is Mud. Except for about 3 races a year.

[Krooser]

I think the original grandstands could be updated then add on a matching, larger, toward turn four. It would require replacing the existing grandstands east of the old grandstand.

I love those historic tracks. The last one I tried to promote had a vintage 900 seat grandstand. Only 50 years old but it had that great old fairgrounds feel...

[WisWildManFan]

Be awesome to see back stretch stands moved forward and then add another 5 rows to the top of them

[#FALSuperman]

I believe Matt said full capacity is 7000? Correct me if I'm wrong.
I'd say that's maxed out unless you want to eliminate the camping. Otherwise, their is just no where to park all the vehicles. You're only going to plant so many butts around a 1/4 mile oval.

8,000 Capacity with offseason expansion.

[shaferz]

Be awesome to see back stretch stands moved forward and then add another 5 rows to the top of them

5 rows? If money was no object, they could go much higher. We went to Kokomo and those backstretch bleachers were awesome. I think FALS could go quite a bit higher on the backstretch. Huge seating opportunity above the backstretch beer tent as well. Parking cars is a whole different animal though unfortunately.

[WisWildManFan]

5 rows? If money was no object, they could go much higher. We went to Kokomo and those backstretch bleachers were awesome. I think FALS could go quite a bit higher on the backstretch. Huge seating opportunity above the backstretch beer tent as well. Parking cars is a whole different animal though unfortunately.I was trying to be realistic what would make sense for a once a year event that sells out. The main thing is moving backstretch stands forward is it would be a better experience for fans, and you could add seats in the same footprint you’re already in. Imagine how badass fals would be if you sat on top of the track like at lasalle.