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[paulb]

Don't look here for humor, fans, it's just the facts.



Iowa state map.


Iowa Speedway Map


Weekend Schedule (All Times Central)
SATURDAY, JULY 7 START END
VERIZON INDYCAR SERIES PRACTICE #1 10:15 A 11:15 A
INDY LIGHTS AUTOGRAPH SESSION (INDYCAR FAN VILLAGE) 11:45 A 12:15 P
VERIZON INDYCAR SERIES AUTOGRAPH SESSION (INDYCAR FAN VILLAGE) 1:00 P 1:45 P
INDY LIGHTS PRACTICE 1:30 P 2:15 P
NBCSN BROADCAST WINDOW 2:30 P 4:00 P
VERIZON INDYCAR SERIES QUALIFICATIONS 2:30 P 3:30 P
INDY LIGHTS QUALIFICATIONS 5:00 P 5:30 P
VERIZON INDYCAR SERIES FINAL PRACTICE 5:45 P 6:45 P

Other events on Saturday: Fan karaoke (in the Bar Tent) and Ted Nugent.

SUNDAY, JULY 8 START END
INDY LIGHTS RACE (100 LAPS) 11:15 A 12:15 P
NBCSN BROADCAST 1:00 P 4:00 P
THE IOWA CORN 300 (300 LAPS) 1:35 P 3:45 P

Other events on Sunday: Dueling pianos (in the Bar Tent).

Last years winner


Last Years Top Ten
1. Castroneves
2. Hildebrand
3. Hunter-Reay
4. Power
5. Rahal
6. Newgarden
7. Pagenaud
8. Dixon
9. Kanaan
10. Hinchcliffe

Don't forget to make your picks for the Indycar Fantasy Challenge at http://fantasy.indycar.com/. Good luck!

....... please. add humor!

Edited by paulb, 04 July 2018 - 21:58.

[king_crud]

In Australia we called corn "corn". In the UK they call it "sweet corn". Never understood why the need to add the adjective

[Anja]

Are the Butterball turkeys fed with Iowa Corn? 

[PayasYouRace]

May I add some humour instead?

[paulb]

May I add some humour instead?

If you must!

[SKL]

Front coming thru tonight will bring down the humidity a little...  was brutal today.    Spend my winters in AZ and no race at PHX next spring, but going to miss the Newton race as my son and I are headed to the Porsche Parade in the Ozarks.

 

Should be a good show with the new bodywork!

 

And Silverstone in the morning!!

[maximilian]

Is there a maize maze nearby?

 

FINALLY another IndyCar race.  It's been too long!!  

[paulb]

Is there a maize maze nearby?

FINALLY another IndyCar race. It's been too long!!

They’re ubiquitous.

Edited by paulb, 05 July 2018 - 11:26.

[Dr. Austin]

Front coming thru tonight will bring down the humidity a little...  was brutal today.    Spend my winters in AZ and no race at PHX next spring, but going to miss the Newton race as my son and I are headed to the Porsche Parade in the Ozarks.

 

Should be a good show with the new bodywork!

 

And Silverstone in the morning!!

 

And IMSA from Mosport too!

[jonpollak]

May I add some humour instead?

 

Still waiting............. Would it be the story of Karen and the infield cornhole game at the 100th Indy 500?

[SlipLtd]

....... please. add humor!

I would but all I can come up with are amaizeingly corny puns. Its too much to husk.

Edited by SlipLtd, 05 July 2018 - 06:21.

[rghojai]

The lack of humor is amaizeing

[Afterburner]

I was expecting at least one corny joke, but instead we got an empty husk. Shucks.

Edited by Afterburner, 05 July 2018 - 06:15.

[teejay]

The race known to me as "Remember when Marco Andretti won for the last time 300 presented by corn"

[Afterburner]

The race known to me as "Remember when Marco Andretti won for the last time 300 presented by corn"

Of all the vegetables that could sponsor an Indycar race it’s probably the most appropriate.

[Peat]

Was this race at such a UK friendly time in the past? I seem to recall this being a 'hope the DVR got it and watch over Sunday breakfast' kinda race. 

[PayasYouRace]

Still waiting.............Would it be the story of Karen and the infield cornhole game at the 100th Indy 500?

I feel like that’s your story to spin.

[stewie]

Was this race at such a UK friendly time in the past? I seem to recall this being a 'hope the DVR got it and watch over Sunday breakfast' kinda race.

I think last year was the first time it was a Sunday afternoon in the states? As you say before it was a night race.

[OvDrone]

Isn't life itself the humor?

[Nonesuch]

Iowa state map.

 

What's up with Tama messing up the nice orderly rows of counties?

 

Anyway, short ovals? Drama is pretty much guaranteed.

 

It's been a while since Rossi has won. Time for that to change!

[OvDrone]

What's up with Tama messing up the nice orderly rows of counties?

 

 

Also, why are there two Des Moines?

[huggybear]

In Australia we called corn "corn". In the UK they call it "sweet corn". Never understood why the need to add the adjective

 

Sweet corn is a specific type of corn. While they are all maize, there are a few different types. 

[OvDrone]

Got to do the Obligatory Indycar Tarot for the race and/or fantasy picks guidance (this time with Indycats) :

 

#A: 10 of Wands

 

 

overextending
    trying to do too much
    refusing to say "no"
    taking all the blame
    assuming another's debt
    doing the lion's share
    having to work overtime
    shouldering all the work
    being saddled with an extra load

feeling burdened
    never having time to relax
    feeling tied to a treadmill
    being taxed to the limit
    assuming responsibility
    being held accountable
    carrying out an unpleasant duty
    cleaning up a messy situation
    being left holding the bag

struggling
    fighting uphill
    doing everything the hard way
    experiencing resistance
    pushing against the current
    having to work for every gain
    finding that nothing comes easily
    laboring

 

#B: 9 of Pentacles

 

 

being disciplined
    exercising self-control
    showing restraint
    reining in impulses
    sacrificing to reach a goal
    sticking to a program
    taking a step-by-step approach

relying on yourself
    handling the situation alone
    acting on your own
    falling back on your own resources
    doing it all by yourself
    wanting to be alone
    feeling sure your way is best

pursuing refinement
    achieving a comfortable lifestyle
    avoiding the coarse and unsavory
    being tactful and diplomatic
    seeking high-minded activities
    enjoying the finer things of life
    remembering to be gracious
    enjoying leisure

 

#C: 8 of Swords

 

 

feeling restricted
    being fenced in by obstacles
    staying in a limited situation
    feeling trapped by circumstances
    experiencing few options
    being blind to freedom
    feeling persecuted

feeling confused
    being unsure which way to turn
    feeling at a loss
    lacking direction
    feeling overwhelmed
    floundering around
    needing guidance and clarity
    not understanding what is happening

feeling powerless
    waiting for outside rescue
    doubting anything you do will help
    avoiding responsibility
    looking for a white knight
    feeling victimized
    accepting inaction

 

#D: 10 of Pentacles

 

 

enjoying affluence
    having material abundance
    being free from money problems
    enjoying business success
    feeling financially secure
    seeing your ventures flourish
    having a run of good fortune

seeking permanence
    looking for a solution that will last
    creating a lasting foundation
    feeling secure as things are
    being concerned with the long-term
    having an orderly family life
    moving beyond makeshift arrangements
    nailing down the plan

following convention
    staying within established guidelines
    proceeding according to the rules
    taking part in traditions
    becoming part of the Establishment
    being conservative
    trusting in the tried-and-true
    continuing in known patterns

 

2 Tens in 4 cards means mastery and improvement. Cheers.

Edited by OvDrone, 05 July 2018 - 08:38.

[Peat]

In Australia we called corn "corn". In the UK they call it "sweet corn". Never understood why the need to add the adjective

I don't know when or why, but 'corn' became the general descriptor for cereal crops in the UK. People will point to a field of wheat/barley/oats and call it corn. 

[Frood]

Wikipedia tells me there’s seven different types of corn:

Sweet corn, dent corn, flint corn, pod corn, popcorn, flour corn and Butterball adverts with RHR and Michael in them.

[FLB]

Looking at Ov's tarot...

 

 

Somebody who's not having a good year...

Will have a good result...

Because he (or his team) will take a big risk...

For which nobody will know the outcome untill the end?

 

So...

 

 

A fuel mileage race with Hinch as the winner?

[sblick]

This year is all about someone hitting the set up.  I agree with FLB.

[maximilian]

Wikipedia tells me there’s seven different types of corn:

Sweet corn, dent corn, flint corn, pod corn, popcorn, flour corn and Butterball adverts with RHR and Michael in them.

 

So glad you didn't forget the HEAT!   

Edited by maximilian, 05 July 2018 - 12:11.

[B Squared]

Also, why are there two Des Moines?

I believe the one with Burlington nearby is designating the county of Des Moines if you look at font size and type.

[paulb]

Wikipedia tells me there’s seven different types of corn:

Sweet corn, dent corn, flint corn, pod corn, popcorn, flour corn and Butterball adverts with RHR and Michael in them.

 

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[jonpollak]

RE: Tarot reading- 2 Tens make 20... Special Ed.

[OvDrone]

I believe the one with Burlington nearby is designating the county of Des Moines if you look at font size and type.

I've noticed afterwards. Still high strangeness.

RE the tarot. Who's the dude trying too much to juggle too many plates this year?

[Bloggsworth]

In Australia we called corn "corn". In the UK they call it "sweet corn". Never understood why the need to add the adjective

 

Because it tastes sweet... Ho Ho Ho

Edited by Bloggsworth, 05 July 2018 - 14:33.

[Dr. Austin]

Isn't life itself the humor?

 

If you are doing it right.

[prommer]

What's up with Tama messing up the nice orderly rows of counties?

 

 

You could just about play a game of chess across the state!

[prommer]

As for the tarots, this is who they are pointing to.  Luckily I still have this image saved from a random MS Paint thread a few years ago.

 

[rghojai]

This is the time and place for the return of our Japanese friend and Honda enthusiast muramasa

[OvDrone]

As for the tarots, this is who they are pointing to. Luckily I still have this image saved from a random MS Paint thread a few years ago.

You are a brave soul indeed if you're thinking of the Reigate Rocket.

[rghojai]

It would be so IndyCar if Chilton could cobble together a win.

[prommer]

Your Indycats would love it, that's for sure. 

[jonpollak]

You are a brave soul indeed if you're thinking of the Reigate Rocket.

In other Reigate News...

Pub is closed Saturday cuz the landlord is on a freebie from Heineken at Silverstone GP Qualy.

The locals are bitching on facebook how they can't see the bloody England game in the pub !!

Jp

[rghojai]

Your Indycats would love it, that's for sure. 

 

There would be a tasty cornucopia of emotions.

 

 

[OvDrone]

In other Reigate News...

Pub is closed Saturday cuz the landlord is on a freebie from Heineken at Silverstone GP Qualy.

The locals are bitching on facebook how they can't see the bloody England game in the pub !!

Jp

 

What's the missing of the landlord got to do with the pub closing? Every time a pub stays closed on a Saturday night, an angel loses it's wings.

[Peat]

That is pi$$ poor planning by a publican.

 

[king_crud]

In other Reigate News...
Pub is closed Saturday cuz the landlord is on a freebie from Heineken at Silverstone GP Qualy.
The locals are bitching on facebook how they can't see the bloody England game in the pub !!
Jp

has the landlord been in business long? "Man closes business on most profitable day in history"

[stewie]

In other Reigate News...
Pub is closed Saturday cuz the landlord is on a freebie from Heineken at Silverstone GP Qualy.
The locals are bitching on facebook how they can't see the bloody England game in the pub !!
Jp

Do the good people of Reigate only have one boozer to partake the game in?

[Muppetmad]

Surely the landlord could ask somebody else to run the place for the day? With such high profits at stake, even I'd be tempted to pass up an F1 freebie on Saturday if I was a pub landlord!

[jonpollak]

It's sorted... Valentina got the keys last night. She'll open up and serve the throngs.

[sblick]

Whew that was close for you Jon!  I am just trying to put off things on Saturday until after noon so I can watch a game.  Sucks in the States since all of them are on during work, and since my friends are out here racing vintage I am helping them out.  My first weekend at home in 4 weeks.  I could watch some professional racing....OH MY GOD

[Frood]

You are a brave soul indeed if you're thinking of the Reigate Rocket.

 

I will point out where Max had his one and only Lights win.

 

IT'S COMING HOME LADS

 

...and by "it", I mean lots of corn. To Reigate.