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On the flip side, I have really enjoyed Daytona.

It was great to catch up with Jum again. He is a good guy.

It was also cool to meet that Johnny Knockdown ........

I have a new found respect for the NASCAR guys. I had no interest in watching some dudes do lap after lap after lap around an oval. But now I have seen the banking and how impressive it was to see the AMA guys hauling ass around it, perhaps it would just be worth experiencing a car race.
 
Willski said:
On the flip side, I have really enjoyed Daytona.

It was great to catch up with Jum again. He is a good guy.

It was also cool to meet that Johnny Knockdown ........

I have a new found respect for the NASCAR guys. I had no interest in watching some dudes do lap after lap after lap around an oval. But now I have seen the banking and how impressive it was to see the AMA guys hauling ass around it, perhaps it would just be worth experiencing a car race.
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Will....you would certianly get a kick out of seeing/feeling/hearing 35+ Sprint Cup race cars take the green flag at Daytona.
 
Willski said:
On the flip side, I have really enjoyed Daytona.

It was great to catch up with Jum again. He is a good guy.

It was also cool to meet that Johnny Knockdown ........

I have a new found respect for the NASCAR guys. I had no interest in watching some dudes do lap after lap after lap around an oval. But now I have seen the banking and how impressive it was to see the AMA guys hauling ass around it, perhaps it would just be worth experiencing a car race.
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I can promise you that you'd enjoy a Nascar race. I assure you! I'm no particular fan of Nascar but as you now know, I'm so close to Daytona that I've managed to attend 10 or so races there. It's fun and it's far more impressive in person than you'd expect. You're welcome any time. The July night race is a great event!
 
I'm way too tired now to give a proper summary of our weekend. But if you watch Hangover the movie, it would suffice.



TTYL
 
levigarrett said:
I can promise you that you'd enjoy a Nascar race. I assure you! I'm no particular fan of Nascar but as you now know, I'm so close to Daytona that I've managed to attend 10 or so races there. It's fun and it's far more impressive in person than you'd expect. You're welcome any time. The July night race is a great event!
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Levi I think I will take you up on that offer. Bet its serious fun !



Just want to say how much I appreciate your more than kind hospitality. Thank you so much for letting us use your home over the daytona event.
 
Willski said:
Levi I think I will take you up on that offer. Bet its serious fun !



Just want to say how much I appreciate your more than kind hospitality. Thank you so much for letting us use your home over the daytona event.
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Nothing against Daytona, but if you want to attend a NASCAR event, go to the Charlotte night race. Its a 1 mile shorter track with the same speeds. You can really get a sense of the speeds involved, plus you get to see the drivers actually get off the gas, set the car, then dig through the corners compared to the foot to the floor drone of Daytona. Before restrictor plates, there was nothing like Daytona and Talladega. Noiw they are just events on the calendar, instead of must see. Speakling of being just events on the calendar, NASCAR has gone and ...... up Bristol. For decades, Bristol was the toughest ticket in NASCAR. It was so poular they expanded seating to 160,000. Thats on a half mile track, the fastest half mile track in the world. The reason it was so popular , it was fast, and it had one groove. To make a pass you had to scuff a guy up and move him out of the groove. Well, NASCAR couldnt stand prosperity and changed the track. Its still fast as hell, but is now a 2 groove track and the excitement is gone. I couldnt beleive my eyes this past Sunday, from tv shots, there appeared to be 10's of thousands of empty seats. Im not sure who NASCAR was listening to when they decided that this was a good idea, probably the same crowd that wants Superbikes for GP
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A few years back when I was somewhat new to the forum, I either posted a picture or commented on one that drew MUCH criticism from a lot of members.

Ther was a bit of discussion about banning or ignoring my dumb ass. I was feeling the heat when I got a PM from Jumkie. He didnt reprimand or admonish me. He just said everything is cool and dont worry about all the negative reaction. We had a bit of a laugh over it and I thought it was way cool that when everyone was running from me, he had my back.



After that we PM'd each other, which led to texting and since that time we text each other frequently, not just about racing but also about random ...., jokes, drama and all aspects of life.

It really weird that we've become great friends and have never met one another.

We were supposed to meet 2 years ago at Daytona and .... happened and I was unable to get up there.



This year there was no way I would miss out. So early Saturday morning I headed up to Daytona, pumped about finally meeting up with him and Willski as well.

I get to the track and text him to see where he's at. Hes on the way running late. Cool, so I bomb on down to the pits to try to find Benny. I dont see Benny but run into his dad and say hello. Ben asks me if ive seen Jumkie and Willski yet. I say no there on their way. He laughs and says those guys have been partying haaaard all week. Im laughing because their reputation is already preceding them.

SS race is about to start so I go grab a good spot to watch. Im pulling for Jake Lewis, Bennys teammate. Hes another Kentucky dirt tracker managed by Earl Hayden.

I met him when Vesrah came down to Homestead in December to test. He seems to be a good kid. Another fast young gun.

I look around where Im sitting and everyone is wearing Hayden t shirts and Earl is right there with them. I quickly realize Im sitting with the Lewis family.

Jake gets a .... start because last minute he has to switch to his backup bike. He starts 20th and starts blowing thru the pack. The whole section is pumped and cheering him on. After 5 laps hes in 5th place and setting his sights on the lead pack. Were all charged up and then Jakes bike quits. Game over for him. What a letdown.

Shortly after Jumkie texts me that Willski is coming to meet me becuz hes heading back to Levis to grab the Benito t shirts he forgot.

Willski arrives with cocktail in hand and we watch the SBK race together.

Willski is just having the time of his life. Between the partying and the racing, its easy to see hes like a kid in the candystore. Like jumkie said, hes a positive guy that seems to enjoy whetever is going around him. I really enjoyed being in his company.



After SBK race we bomb on around the paddock. Still no Jumkie Hes stuck in traffic inhaling Harley fumes, punching holes in the rental car dashboard.

He finally makes it just before the 200 starts. As i walk up to meet him for the first time he pulls out the camera and says he must document the moment we finally met. Im laughing becuz I was feeling the same way and thinking I should have thought of that.



The 200 starts and were all fired up for Benny. Hes running a good race, keeping pace with the frontrunners and then his motor blows.

Were all completely gutted and deflated. We watch and enjoy the rest of the race are completely bummed by the circumstances.



Jumkie and Willski start telling stories about the weekend. This was Hangover 3 for sure.

Trannies, rental car dents, Willski's groupie, ticket scalpers, sleepless nights, lost camera,it doesnt end.( im pretty sure Daytona Beach PD are the current owners of that camera and have a few questions for the owner)



A lot of .... and drama got thrown these guys way and they didnt let it affect their demeanor. They just kept rolling with a smile on their face.

Jumkie seems to be a magnet for ...... things and good things perpetually happening around him. I look at it as a magnet for life. He lives his life and life comes his way. Whether it be good or bad he rolls with it and I greatly admire that quality.

The strangest part about meeting and hanging with him is that i was not dissapointed or surprised about anything about him. He was EXACTLY who I thought he was with no surprises. I found that to be both weird and enlightening.

Everything that has been said about him is true. Hes funny, generous, smart, democrat,and at ease with strangers and friends alike.

Good times.

Cant wait till we all meet again!!!!!
 
Willski the hillbillies are jacking this thread and turning it into nascar crap.

Please withdraw your positive comments about nascar before this gets out of hand
 
JohnnyKnockdown said:
A few years back when I was somewhat new to the forum, I either posted a picture or commented on one that drew MUCH criticism from a lot of members.

Ther was a bit of discussion about banning or ignoring my dumb ass. I was feeling the heat when I got a PM from Jumkie. He didnt reprimand or admonish me. He just said everything is cool and dont worry about all the negative reaction. We had a bit of a laugh over it and I thought it was way cool that when everyone was running from me, he had my back.



After that we PM'd each other, which led to texting and since that time we text each other frequently, not just about racing but also about random ...., jokes, drama and all aspects of life.

It really weird that we've become great friends and have never met one another.

We were supposed to meet 2 years ago at Daytona and .... happened and I was unable to get up there.



This year there was no way I would miss out. So early Saturday morning I headed up to Daytona, pumped about finally meeting up with him and Willski as well.

I get to the track and text him to see where he's at. Hes on the way running late. Cool, so I bomb on down to the pits to try to find Benny. I dont see Benny but run into his dad and say hello. Ben asks me if ive seen Jumkie and Willski yet. I say no there on their way. He laughs and says those guys have been partying haaaard all week. Im laughing because their reputation is already preceding them.

SS race is about to start so I go grab a good spot to watch. Im pulling for Jake Lewis, Bennys teammate. Hes another Kentucky dirt tracker managed by Earl Hayden.

I met him when Vesrah came down to Homestead in December to test. He seems to be a good kid. Another fast young gun.

I look around where Im sitting and everyone is wearing Hayden t shirts and Earl is right there with them. I quickly realize Im sitting with the Lewis family.

Jake gets a .... start because last minute he has to switch to his backup bike. He starts 20th and starts blowing thru the pack. The whole section is pumped and cheering him on. After 5 laps hes in 5th place and setting his sights on the lead pack. Were all charged up and then Jakes bike quits. Game over for him. What a letdown.

Shortly after Jumkie texts me that Willski is coming to meet me becuz hes heading back to Levis to grab the Benito t shirts he forgot.

Willski arrives with cocktail in hand and we watch the SBK race together.

Willski is just having the time of his life. Between the partying and the racing, its easy to see hes like a kid in the candystore. Like jumkie said, hes a positive guy that seems to enjoy whetever is going around him. I really enjoyed being in his company.



After SBK race we bomb on around the paddock. Still no Jumkie Hes stuck in traffic inhaling Harley fumes, punching holes in the rental car dashboard.

He finally makes it just before the 200 starts. As i walk up to meet him for the first time he pulls out the camera and says he must document the moment we finally met. Im laughing becuz I was feeling the same way and thinking I should have thought of that.



The 200 starts and were all fired up for Benny. Hes running a good race, keeping pace with the frontrunners and then his motor blows.

Were all completely gutted and deflated. We watch and enjoy the rest of the race are completely bummed by the circumstances.



Jumkie and Willski start telling stories about the weekend. This was Hangover 3 for sure.

Trannies, rental car dents, Willski's groupie, ticket scalpers, sleepless nights, lost camera,it doesnt end.( im pretty sure Daytona Beach PD are the current owners of that camera and have a few questions for the owner)



A lot of .... and drama got thrown these guys way and they didnt let it affect their demeanor. They just kept rolling with a smile on their face.

Jumkie seems to be a magnet for ...... things and good things perpetually happening around him. I look at it as a magnet for life. He lives his life and life comes his way. Whether it be good or bad he rolls with it and I greatly admire that quality.

The strangest part about meeting and hanging with him is that i was not dissapointed or surprised about anything about him. He was EXACTLY who I thought he was with no surprises. I found that to be both weird and enlightening.

Everything that has been said about him is true. Hes funny, generous, smart, democrat,and at ease with strangers and friends alike.

Good times.

Cant wait till we all meet again!!!!!
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Great post Johnny, Jum is indeed a great guy, as is Will. The great thing aboot this place is the meet ups, we can rip the piss oot o each other on here, but meeting up is when we realise we are just a bunch o guys an girls who are passionate about the racing. Apart fae penguin guy obviously. Am buzzin bout Silverstone again this year, an fingers crossed for Laguna next year! Might hae to take Chops as my interpretor though, as last year the American didnae understand Scottish......



Pete
 
Oh aye, why did Jum call me at 3 o clock on Sunday morning? I had just fallen asleep after a gig and couldnt make oot a thing!
 
basspete said:
Great post Johnny, Jum is indeed a great guy, as is Will. The great thing aboot this place is the meet ups, we can rip the piss oot o each other on here, but meeting up is when we realise we are just a bunch o guys an girls who are passionate about the racing. Apart fae penguin guy obviously. Am buzzin bout Silverstone again this year, an fingers crossed for Laguna next year! Might hae to take Chops as my interpretor though, as last year the American didnae understand Scottish......



Pete
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Pete, no worries on that, I sit next to a Scott, so I understand a fair bit and could translate for you!
 
I am just starting to feel semi human again. Would post some pictures but I lost my camera in the carnage they call Daytona.
 
Been too wiped out to really post much about the past few days, but just want to say that this forum really has brought some people together.



Yet again, Jumkie amazes me with his generosity and kindness. He is a great guy to hang with. He is always so concerned that you are having a good time. Whatever you think of his forum views, posts and Outlook on all areas of life, I can assure that he is a first class guy. Thanks for making the trip possible.



It was great to meet Johnny Knockdown. Cool, relaxed but very knowledgeable and a great laugh. Same as Jumkie, this guy likes pulling peoples chain on the forum to get a response.

Great company, only downside is that the poof don't drink !



Think I may have posted this earlier, but bug thanks to Levigarret for the loan of your home. Much appreciated !



Ben, thanks for the forum mate !
 
Willski said:
Been too wiped out to really post much about the past few days, but just want to say that this forum really has brought some people together.



Yet again, Jumkie amazes me with his generosity and kindness. He is a great guy to hang with. He is always so concerned that you are having a good time. Whatever you think of his forum views, posts and Outlook on all areas of life, I can assure that he is a first class guy. Thanks for making the trip possible.



It was great to meet Johnny Knockdown. Cool, relaxed but very knowledgeable and a great laugh. Same as Jumkie, this guy likes pulling peoples chain on the forum to get a response.

Great company, only downside is that the poof don't drink !



Think I may have posted this earlier, but bug thanks to Levigarret for the loan of your home. Much appreciated !



Ben, thanks for the forum mate !
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Sound like you had a blast man!

How did the get Jumks pissed and agreeing to Silverstonne plan go???



JK don't drink!?

With that wit!!! wow
 
lil red rocket pilot said:
Sound like you had a blast man!

How did the get Jumks pissed and agreeing to Silverstonne plan go???



Well we certainly got pissed. More than once. I haven't told Jum that I grabbed his credit card when he was sleeping and booked him on a flight to the UK !



JK don't drink!?

With that wit!!! wow
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Man you went about this all the wrong way! Sorry but you did!
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Firstly arrangements should have been made with Levi for him to be at home during your stay!!! Earlier planning could have secured this! Shame on you! but for now back to the plan.

Now we all know Jumks likes the tequila but taking the woods, good start. But why only the one bottle??? Throw him off for the first night!? Agreed! Good strategy. But he will be back on the tequila the next day and the plan is up .... creek.

Now robbing his credit card deserves kudos but in your own pissed up stupour your failed to recognies that there is 3 months between dates of order and dates of actuall participation.

So! Jumks wakes up in a few weeks time to recieve a credit card bill with flights to good ole blighty on there!!!

Now dont you think he may firstly question the booking? or secondly at least smell a rat?

Me thinks yes to both
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Sorry Mate I think you may have failed. Like I said shame on you.

Now back to Levi.

What you should have done is made sure Levi was present!

This is the most crucial part to the plan.

Now you get Levi pissed (starting on the magnum of woods that was in your suitcase) who needs a change of clothes at a track!?

Now you've got him out of his comfort zone (on the woods) good start!
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Heres the hard part!

You convince Levi that aquiring a plane with Gator to come to silverstone is the bestest idea the world! (more woods may be required)

Once he agrees
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On the phone to Curve!!

We have Curve "Just drop in" on our buddy Jumks with a bottle of woods (flown in previously) to take him out of his comfort zone
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Now Curve drives Jumks to the nearest airport.

Levi and Gator pick them up and before Jumks is aware of whats going off hes here in blighty and at the track!

With the rest of the 2011 gang!

Whats he gonna do? Go home
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I think not!

I rest my case.



To all mentioned I hope you were not offended, Ramblings of some one pissed!

To all who read, I hope I amused.
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lil red rocket pilot said:
Man you went about this all the wrong way! Sorry but you did!
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Firstly arrangements should have been made with Levi for him to be at home during your stay!!! Earlier planning could have secured this! Shame on you! but for now back to the plan.

Now we all know Jumks likes the tequila but taking the woods, good start. But why only the one bottle??? Throw him off for the first night!? Agreed! Good strategy. But he will be back on the tequila the next day and the plan is up .... creek.

Now robbing his credit card deserves kudos but in your own pissed up stupour your failed to recognies that there is 3 months between dates of order and dates of actuall participation.

So! Jumks wakes up in a few weeks time to recieve a credit card bill with flights to good ole blighty on there!!!

Now dont you think he may firstly question the booking? or secondly at least smell a rat?

Me thinks yes to both
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Sorry Mate I think you may have failed. Like I said shame on you.

Now back to Levi.

What you should have done is made sure Levi was present!

This is the most crucial part to the plan.

Now you get Levi pissed (starting on the magnum of woods that was in your suitcase) who needs a change of clothes at a track!?

Now you've got him out of his comfort zone (on the woods) good start!
<


Heres the hard part!

You convince Levi that aquiring a plane with Gator to come to silverstone is the bestest idea the world! (more woods may be required)

Once he agrees
<


On the phone to Curve!!

We have Curve "Just drop in" on our buddy Jumks with a bottle of woods (flown in previously) to take him out of his comfort zone
<


Now Curve drives Jumks to the nearest airport.

Levi and Gator pick them up and before Jumks is aware of whats going off hes here in blighty and at the track!

With the rest of the 2011 gang!

Whats he gonna do? Go home
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I think not!

I rest my case.



To all mentioned I hope you were not offended, Ramblings of some one pissed!

To all who read, I hope I amused.
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I think ya right Phil. I didn't really plan it very well. To be honest, as soon as I hit my hotel on Wednesday night any plans I had made would have gone to .... ! I thought I would have a steady night on Wednesday. Wait for Jumkie to fly in at 5am Thursday morning. Went out for a beer, got to sleep at 2am.

Jums flies in and picks me up at 6am Thursday and it all goes downhill from there.

I was barely in control of my bodily functions for 4 days. There was no way I was going to be able to implement any cunning plan to get Jums on a plane to Silverstone I had previously thought of !
 
Willski said:
I think ya right Phil. I didn't really plan it very well. To be honest, as soon as I hit my hotel on Wednesday night any plans I had made would have gone to .... ! I thought I would have a steady night on Wednesday. Wait for Jumkie to fly in at 5am Thursday morning. Went out for a beer, got to sleep at 2am.

Jums flies in and picks me up at 6am Thursday and it all goes downhill from there.

I was barely in control of my bodily functions for 4 days. There was no way I was going to be able to implement any cunning plan to get Jums on a plane to Silverstone I had previously thought of !
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Wills my man,

I talk a good heist but after a few who needs plans

I would have ended up with exactly the same result and been in the same condition.
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Bloody good attempt though. doffs cap

Silverstone will still be ace.

It always is
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Been watching trailer park boys on DVD......Julian reminds me of Jum at Daytona. He never has a drink out of his hand !
 
I just came across this thread

I was working for Dunlop that weekend. We were all over the track and had our pics taken with tons of people. I wonder if I met any of you. Check your cameras.
 

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