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Oh My God, this is awful!
I am so sorry to hear of this, our prayers go out to her and her family, friends, and track competitors….. and to the Cook family.
If I can help, please let me know.
RIP.
Ron:
Nice to see you again, and great to see a Biland out there. Your son looked really good!
And No Kidding, that #31 kart was so smooth as to look downright slow. That’s a trick few can attain.
Best to You and your son’s racing.
I’m a bit out of the karting loop, but a karting lifer and fan regardless.
This is great to hear — Go Colorado Karters!
Good Luck, Russ, hope you find someone.
This is something I’ve asked before and am surprised nobody seems to be doing this.
Heck, with a VISA as a guarantee and especially now in a bad economy, this seems like something SOMEONE should offer up and turn a profit on.
Boy, ain’t this something?
I was raised near Road America, and my vote’s been there since the mid ’60s. But there’s just too may places on that track that would need huge modifications, some impossible (The Kink), and those “improvements” would ruin the place for spectating — so I’m actually glad it’s not going there. The spectating was already compromised in the early ’90s from CART’s insurance providers, but it’s still great. The vintage race there is fabulous, though, and easy to pretend it’s “real” — highly recommended.
Been to Road Atlanta 13 times, fabulous track but similar shortcomings, and I went to 3 GPs at the Glen in the late 70s and it too isn’t up to code. Miller’s not good for spectating, nor spectators, we had such a bad experience there they’re now offering free tickets — and I still don’t want to go back. Montreal is loads of fun (had a photo credential, not sure what it’s like without that), Phoenix was too, Long Beach not so much….. but Indy was really something, being the Brickyard and all.
So Austin it is! Can’t wait to see the layout, we’ll be there. Hoping it’s a real track, not another Tilghe generic. This is GREAT NEWS!
Man, I guess….. Holy Moly!
This IS huge, and sounds like it’s going to happen. The oval is great and will pay the bills, but what’s most intriguing to me is a FOUR mile road course. I was raised near, really at, Road America in Wisconsin, been here 30 years and have waited all that time for something like this near Denver. We may all finally get lucky.
Way to Go, Mr. Schuck!
Man, you guys are sure tempting me to get back into karting…… If reading your comments is having that effect on me, I imagine it is on others as well.
Jim, you must be doing something — many things — really right! All I hear and read are good comments.
Anyone out there renting first-rate, competitive TaG Masters karts to crash-free drivers?
Hey Guys, I think it’s great you’re keeping Rich’s memory alive.
I imagine Gayle needs that as much as ever, nice job.
Hello Gayle and Family:
Sandy and I both are truly saddened by the news of Rich’s passing. In retrospect, I think we all knew this could happen but that never eases the shock of such a great tragedy.
You have been such an inspiration for so many people, likely numbering in the thousands. Your tremendous love, dignity, character, and endless grace has been a spiritual treasure for so many of us on the fringes of your story. I think I speak for many in saying nobody could have possibly done more than you did for Rich, and we hope you live forever in peace and solace from your efforts.
Godspeed Mr. Rich and Mrs. Gayle Vito, and to your family, friends, fellow racers, and countless others who will never forget your courage. Blessings to you all.
Hello Gayle and Family:
Sandy and I both are truly saddened by the news of Rich’s passing. In retrospect, I think we all knew this could happen but that never eases the shock of such a great tragedy.
You have been such an inspiration for so many people, likely numbering in the thousands. Your tremendous love, dignity, character, and endless grace has been a spiritual treasure for so many of us on the fringes of your story. I think I speak for many in saying nobody could have possibly done more than you did for Rich, and we hope you live forever in peace and solace from your efforts.
Godspeed Mr. Rich and Mrs. Gayle Vito, and to your family, friends, fellow racers, and countless others who will never forget your courage. Blessings to you all.
PS – I think Nathan’s idea above is fantastic — I’d be proud to donate art to bring his wonderful thought to life.
Fabulous motor, the most fun I’ve ever had in a kart!
I put over 2,000 miles on mine with no major maintenance.
EW
In Response to Mike Jansen’s Post:
Well said, Mike, all around…..
It’s true that when things like this happen many people can’t deal with it, and that is really hard on those like Rich. He needs that support now more than ever, as face-to-face, recollection-encouraging visits can make a real difference. We have experienced this first-hand since my wife’s stroke, and as being ignored broke her heart in many ways thankfully enough people stayed involved to make the difference. People like you, Mike, DO make a difference, though often that’s hard to see early on.
In our case, when my wife was essentially no longer herself, I spoke constantly to her — while both awake and asleep — about backpacking and climbing mountains again, which is both our passion and our living. I had her watch races again and replayed our helmet-cams from karting, reminding her who was who one person at a time. Months later, she acknowledged always KNOWING she’d climb again but had no idea where that idea came from.
I don’t know Rich well, but encourage those who do to take the time to visit him. Bring pictures, tell stories, and don’t be afraid of saying the wrong thing — treat him the same as you did before and the more people that do that, the faster he’ll be Rich again. Yes, I understand it’s scary to see a loved one like this, but keep perspective that you’re lucky it’s not you — being involved can change your life.
Eric Wunrow
Hi, Gayle:
Mike McDonough (the correct spelling) is a good friend of ours and his address is:
Mike McDonough
MJM Roofing
1700 Dover Street
Lakewood, CO 80215All I have for Bob Reed is his phone number:
(303) 935-2517Bob’s a great guy who has also recently been through a medical crisis so may have perspective.
