Gainesville (March 11-14)

NHRA 101: Your Guide to NHRA Drag Racing

In basic terms, a drag race is an acceleration contest between two vehicles over a measured distance, but what is a holeshot? Or a breakout? Welcome to NHRA 101, your complete guide to the world of NHRA Drag Racing, from the terminology of the sport to what you need to enjoy a day at the races to info on the many different vehicles that take to the track during a race weekend.
NHRA.com Features and Columns

There's more to drag racing than just two cars streaking down the strip. NHRA.com has a wide assortment of regular columns, including the DRAGSTER Insider -- in which ND Editor Phil Burgess treats you to "the stories behind the stories" from yesterday and today -- exclusive Driver Blogs that take you into the homes and trailers of the sport's top stars, the NHRA.com Notebook, and the unique Quarter-Mile Cuisine, in which award-winning Jegs.com chef Nicky Morse offers up his favorite recipes. From this area, you also can access previous Special Sections, including special-edition Web sites and blogs as well as memorial pages.
Meet the Stars of the NHRA Full Throttle Series

Want more information on your favorite NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series drivers? NHRA.com has full bios on all the series regulars, including major accomplishments, best runs, hobbies, and more, plus team and driver Web site addresses and contact information in the fan-club sections.
- Pomona Quarter Mile Club
Watch NHRA Drag Racing on TV

All 24 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series events feature same-day television coverage on ESPN2 of the Professional-class action with play-by-play from motor racing veteran Paul Page and expert color commentary by former Top Fuel and Funny Car racer Mike Dunn. Sundays kick off with NHRA Race Day presented by Lucas Oil, a half-hour pre-race show that gets you up to speed for the day's activities. ESPN2 also offers coverage of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series. NHRA Drag Racing also is aired in Canada on TSN.
The Sights and Sounds of NHRA Drag Racing

NHRA.com offers a wide array of multimedia features for you to enjoy the sights and sounds of NHRA Drag Racing. With video clips and photos from the Full Throttle Drag Racing Series, the popular Auto Imagery Photo of the Week, and a gallery of .wav files for your computer, there's lots to see and hear in NHRA Multimedia.
Get Your Official NHRA Apparel and Merchandise

A wide range of NHRA-themed items is available for purchase online. The NitroMall is your one-stop spot for official NHRA merchandise, products from some of the teams of the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series, and more. The NHRA Store is the place to join NHRA and purchase specialty items and DVDs, and the NHRA Museum Store has items to satisfy history buffs, from vintage T-shirts to historical books.
- Download Rulebook

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Gainesville (March 11-14)

NHRA Gatornationals

Speed Thrills! And few tracks are faster than Gainesville Raceway. For forty years the world’s top drivers have come to Gainesville every March to unleash their hot rods and make their mark on NHRA history. Home of the first 300mph Top Fuel Dragster pass, by Kenny Bernstein in 1992, and the site of numerous other national records, Gainesville Raceway is one of the fastest tracks in the country. Annually one of the biggest events on the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series, the NHRA Gatornationals also mark the first event of the season for the Pro Stock Motorcycle class and the new Get Screened America Pro Mod Series. Feel the thrill March 11-14, 2010 as Ashley Force Hood, Tony Schumacher and the stars of the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series come to Gainesville in search of speed and a place in NHRA Gatornationals history.

Upgrade to the Top Eliminator Club!
The Top Eliminator Club is the ultimate way to enjoy NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing at Gainesville Raceway. Upgrade to the Top Eliminator Club and enjoy prime starting line seating, access to the members-only TEC Hospitality Center, daily complimentary refreshments, complimentary catered meals on Saturday and Sunday and a special gift bag. Top Eliminator Club members also enjoy exclusive appearances by some of the sports biggest stars. The Top Eliminator Club is the best value in drag racing. Capacity is limited. Call 800-884-NHRA today or click the TEC logo to purchase your Top Eliminator Club tickets.

GROUPS OF 20+ SAVE NEARLY 50%
A day at the races is a great way to entertain clients, employees or friends. Ticket discounts of nearly 50% are available to groups purchasing 20 or more tickets for any single day of the NHRA Gatornationals. To place your group ticket order or for more information call Melinda Stalnaker-Selvidge at 352-377-0046 or email Melinda at Mstalnaker@nhra.com.

How To Purchase Tickets
Individual event tickets may be purchased by calling the NHRA Ticket Office at 800-884-NHRA, on-line at Ticketmaster.com or at any Florida Ticketmaster outlet including Publix Grocery Stores.

NHRA GATORNATIONALS MARCH 11-14, 2010 GAINESVILLE RACEWAY
Full Event Tickets
Top Eliminator Club (Best Value)	$360.00
4-day General Admission	$140.00
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Adult General Admission	$16.00
Junior General Admission (6-12 years)	$10.00
Friday, March 12, 2010
Adult Reserved Seat	$46.00
Junior Reserved Seat	$20.00
Child Reserved Seat	$10.00
Adult General Admission	$36.00
Junior General Admission (6-12 years)	$10.00
Saturday, March 13
Adult Reserved Seat	$65.00
Junior Reserved Seat	$24.00
Child Reserved Seat	$14.00
Adult General Admission	$58.00
Junior General Admission (6-12 years)	$10.00
Sunday, March 14
Adult Reserved Seat	$65.00
Junior Reserved Seat	$24.00
Child Reserved Seat	$14.00
Adult General Admission	$58.00
Junior General Admission (6-12 years)	$10.00
Motorhome parking (Available at 352-377-0046 only)
Finish Line Motorhome Parking	$600.00
Motorhome Corral	$400.00

Children 5 and under admitted FREE
to general admission areas.

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