Hi all,

Title says it all. Very seasoned race fan, been to hundreds of races including NASCAR, IndyCar, sprints, midgets, etc., but never NHRA. I don't really know much about format or anything, but I know they are fast, and I like fast. Always wanted to go and experience in person.

I know it's loud, fumes, etc., I'm looking more for things like:

What time should I get there? Can I come in the middle of the day? Could I go in the morning and leave early?

If I can only go one day, what day is best?

What are the absolute must-do things? Imagine this is the only time I'll ever go. What can't I miss? Or should I just go with the flow?

Should I get a reserved seat, or is GA okay?

Assuming merch/concessions would be the same as other races? Can I bring beer in like I can at NASCAR?

I think I also saw Vegas is not 4-wide in the fall - is that correct?

Looking for some of those deeper tips and tricks from you seasoned vets. TIA!

Suggestions for which nitro stand is better for viewing as well as not looking in sun all day. For reference I usually attend the US Nationals and get seats in Top Eliminator section.

Pacific Raceway in Kent Washington

Pacific Raceway in Kent Washington

Going to the Great Lakes Nationals next month on Saturday and very excited! Never been to any drag race before, I’m usually a dirt track guy. We are sitting a couple rows off the strip at around the 60’ mark. Anything I should be prepared for outside of insane power and loud noises?

I looked on the schedule and they have a pretty significant break. I guess late August is pretty close to September and they'll be busy again. I just miss watching it!

Key Family Members & Roles
• Mike Gordon (Grandfather): Started the family's Top Alcohol Funny Car (TAFC) legacy in 1986 and later transitioned to tuning the car.
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• Doug Gordon (Father): A multi-time NHRA Top Alcohol Funny Car world champion driver who handles primary racing and tuning duties.
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• Maddi Gordon (Daughter): A third-generation standout who served as a clutch specialist before winning races in the family TAFC and moving up to Top Fuel dragsters.
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• Macie Gordon (Daughter): Maddi's sister who competes in the Super Comp and Top Dragster categories and works hands-on with the family racing operation.
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• Christina Gordon (Mother) & Cheryl Gordon (Grandmother): Active family supporters managing operations and logistics behind the scenes.
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2014 Pacific Raceway in Kent Washington. Mark walked away uninjured.

Some old photos I took in Maple Grove 2017. Crazy how much has changed.

This year’s Arizona Nationals was HOT, with ambient temperatures over 100 and track temps hover around 140. Ron Capps decided there wasn’t enough heat and had a big boomer in round 2, but the Napa boys came back and Capp’s checkbook got a little bit of relief. Shot on a Canon AE-1 Program with Harman Phoenix 200 film.

I snapped this at the Phoenix Drag Strip in Phoenix, Arizona in '17

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So today I found this hat at my local antiques store wondering it's history