gator national 2018

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6 years ago

2018 makes the second year in a row that I was able to make the NHRA(National Hot Rod Association) in Gainsville Florida. This was a very loud,exhilarating and fun trip.

First Leg of the Trip. I decided I wanted to make this trip in one day. I left my house at 1230am on 3/18/2018 and drove from Atlanta Georgia to Waycross Georgia to meet friends and family. From there we loaded up two fifteen passenger vans and headed to Gainsville Florida. Once we got near the racetrack we had breakfast at IHOP.

On to the Track!!!

Shortly after breakfast we were at the track and ready for an exciting day of racing. By far the most powerful cars are the Top fuel dragsters with more than 10,0000 horsepower per car. Just imagine how loud and powerful two cars are? Let me say it another way with regard to horsepower. A Boeing 777 generates 110,000 horsepower. That is eleven times that of a Top fuel dragster. One of the top speeds recorded in the quarter mile was in four seconds at 330 mph.Imagine traveling 1,320ft in four seconds - WOW! This event has distinct sounds and smells unlike any I have ever experienced.

A brief History. A few years ago my cousin went to the Barbershop to get a haircut. His Barber shared with him his experience with the "Gator National". He shared with him how awesome it was and how much fun they had. Finally curiosity got the best of him. He had gone to the Gator National see for himself. After his initial visit he decided to invite other friends and family.2018 makes the 5th year in a row the Waycross Gator National Fan Club has been in existence. I am so happy I got invited last year.

Excitement and Enthusiasm. Can lead to a lot of great things. When done with the right spirit it can bring joy and happiness to those closest to you. You can meet some great people and build lasting memories that will last a lifetime.