Tenderloin Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 I was handed some tickets for the race this weekend, so I have decided to go to my first I-500. Any advice regarding all that I need would be greatly appreciated. Mustache in tow, btw. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
quarter23cd Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 I like shiny things that go in circles. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 It just ain't the same w/o the Snake Pit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stan Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 Shake'n'Bake! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
c53x12 Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 Wear a hat, and bring sunscreen and bottled water. Bring earplugs -- the foam kind that you roll between your fingers and insert deep into the ear canal are effective. Skip the over-ear hearing protectors unless you like sweating from your ears. Bring an AM/FM walkman that can play loud enough to be heard through your earplugs so you can follow the race. From any vantage point at Indy you can see at best 1/8 of the track, so it's good to follow along on the radio. Look for one of the shuttle bus services that takes you to the racetrack, or plan on parking very far away and walking. Expect unbelievable levels of traffic on local interstates and surface streets. Get drunk and have a great time. Stay hydrated. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thermocaster Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 I second everything redshift said, and add the following: Under no circumstances bring any children with you. Don't plan on being anywhere for several hours after the race. Wear sunglasses...not so much for the eye protection, but more to avoid having to make eye contact with the locals. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Buford T. Justice Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 Be sure to bring your own cooler full of beer -- surprisingly, you are allowed to bring in your own food and drink -- so long as the cooler fits under your seat. Plenty of food stands are around, both inside and outside of the Speedway, but beer inside gets pricey -- better to BYOB. As others said, sunscreen is a must. I never get the earplugs, but if you think they're necessary, you can buy them outside the Speedway for $1. Re: parking, we typically park in somebody's front yard for $20 or so and walk -- we usually come from downtown on 16th Street and park about a mile away -- traffic's busy, but shouldn't take more than 30-45" from downtown. The expressway, however, is another story -- 465 is a madhouse for miles. Also -- the seats are bleachers -- for about $7 you can rent a seatback -- it's money well spent -- if you sit on the bleachers for 3+ hours, your back will be killing you for days. One last thing -- I'm not much of a race fan, but generally enjoy the event -- so gambling helps to keep things interesting -- $5/person to pick a driver with payouts (and re-up the bet) every 25 laps. Good luck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tongue-tied lightning Posted May 25, 2007 Share Posted May 25, 2007 AJ Foyt racing ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jenbobblehead Posted May 25, 2007 Share Posted May 25, 2007 it definately sounds like something worth missing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
squarewave Posted May 27, 2007 Share Posted May 27, 2007 it definately sounds like something worth missing.I was going to help you find your precious shirts... but after that comment, perhaps not. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jenbobblehead Posted May 27, 2007 Share Posted May 27, 2007 I was going to help you find your precious shirts... but after that comment, perhaps not. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
c53x12 Posted May 29, 2007 Share Posted May 29, 2007 Oh yeah, forgot to mention, bring an umbrella too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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