Being my home track and a track I grew up five miles away from. I’m always so proud to support this track every since I was 5 years old.

@foxeng

4 ай бұрын

What do you recommend to a foreign couple that Will be watching the Race for the First time? And other Nascar stuff até the city? Tks

Honestly, my favorite part about about races, is seeing all the different kinds of fan gear. 👌

That NextGen sounds like a fleet of bombers. You can barely hear the current ones going by but that nextgen was roaring.

@Racingclipsandpics

2 жыл бұрын

I think its because of the diffuser it reminds me the old blown diffusers in f1 years ago

@simoneburini4036

2 жыл бұрын

@@Racingclipsandpics not at all... The sound of the blown diffuser was due to the throttle being left a bit open in order to increase the amount of exhaust exiting the engine, then directed to the diffuser. The actual diffuser didn't have anything to do with the sound.

That’s my wife and I in the blue hats at 10:41! This was our first time to darlington from Missouri. We looked everywhere for you Eric lol.

Darlington is badass, old school NASCAR. I went to the Southern 500 in 1987 and 2018. Already have tickets for the spring race next year. Every fan of the sport needs to go there once for an unforgettable experience. The museum behind the backstretch stands is great for those that want to get a feel for the history of the track.

Eric has traveled to more track just this year than Obaika Racing has for their whole career… lol

@Austin_Windric

2 жыл бұрын

Obaika got screwed over by the charter system. They were faster than the chartered cars at Talladega 2018 but they didn't get in because the charter system sucks. That pretty much started the descent of the team.

@RACINGUS95

2 жыл бұрын

And here I am. Trapped in my own freaking house.

@avengersracing

2 жыл бұрын

😂

@RACINGUS95

2 жыл бұрын

@@chibby__ true.

I really want to go the to southern 500, but I love going to the bristol night race

Definitely on my bucket list: cool experience and always a good race

Went to the 2019 Southern 500, will be back one day.

The husband and wife who drive and work the Kyle Busch merch hauler are awesome. I talk to them at every race I go to - very nice people!

My first time back to Darlington since I was a kid with my dad and im 52 now.. To be honest I didn't recognize the NG Mustang until after it had past us sitting in turn 4. We heard an awesomely loud v8 sound down towards the start/finish line and we're like 'was that Mustang the NG Car!!" Seeing this video is exactly what I'm been looking since the race! Thank you Eric!!! We will be going back to Darlington for sure !!

I can agree Eric Darlington is a must see event, I got to go in 2020. It literally gave me an old school vibe with the bleacher seat setup, it kinda felt like a local short track, or dirt track

I was at this race and I wish I could have caught up with you. This is my home track and I attend races here as often as I can. Thanks for visiting the Lady in Black.

@GARails

2 жыл бұрын

I was a few rows above Eric at this race

Absolutely Eric!!!! I've been watching NASCAR since 1986, Darlington has always been 1 of my favorite tracks. I always look forward to Darlington race weekend. Great video as always Eric. Thank you for continuing to show your time at the races for those who aren't able to attend. Keep up the AWESOME videos

I’ve been to Darlington 4 times - twice in the spring and for the first 2 throwback weekends. Great track! One of my favorites! Side note: the first time I went in 2012, a blind lady was inspecting coolers and backpacks.

I have been at Darlington Raceway every year since 2015

Some insight on why so many tracks run out of water: I work as a manager at a grocery store & handle all the orders. We’ve been told by our supplier that the big brands Nestle, Ice Mountain, Desani & Aquafina, are all having production issues. Which is making it difficult for us, or anybody to get any water. When we do, we only receive maybe 10-20% of what we order.. I can’t speak for SMI or ISC or whomever is responsible for track concessions, but I imagine they’re having similar issues. Which is likely why you’ve noticed the trend of running out of water so quickly.

@EricEstepp

2 жыл бұрын

That makes sense. Thanks for the comment!

Seeing those Chicken Tenders my first thought I miss Bojangles as a sponsor there. Atleast Charlotte has it up the road North of the Border no not the place.

11:16 *Eric has a Vietnam flashback*

I and my brother go everytime the race is on. At this point, Pearson Tower is our home away from home.

Met you in the infield during your filming of this video such a standup guy

thank you for the great content as always Eric!

Looks like you had a great time

Always look foward to your vlog videos at all the different tracks. What type of camera do u use to record? Wanted to know if its a phone or a camera. Keep up the awesome work bro😁

@EricEstepp

2 жыл бұрын

I use a Canon g7x mark II for these videos. Decent little run and gun style camera

@avengersracing

2 жыл бұрын

@@EricEstepp Ok sweet thats a good choice , I like the point and shoots as well. I basically do the same type of videos as you but for Monster Jam for awhile now and use my s21 or I have a camera similar to urs. If u ever have the funds saved up and need a new one , the sony rx100vii or Sony ZV1 take incredible footage and mic quality is great👍🍕

i am so glad i got the chance to go to this race. i would have love to meet you in person but maybe next time

I've been to 4 of them 1982 through 1985.

There's nothing like the smell of a race track! They used to have a parade in the city of Darlington with an Official Ms. Darlington Trophy Girl...lol The city was like a big fairground, it must not be like that anymore? Btw, next-gen car has exhaust running out both sides and current Cup car has everything blowing out the right side, it will sound different...lol

I was at this race. I saw you in the grandstands. I considered saying hello, but I figured you didn’t want to see the race interrupted lol 😂

Man, I’ve gone since 2012. Amazing experience. I’m happy you’ve had a good time.

Checked this race off my list years ago. Will never forget all of the angry Junior fans when I left after seeing Harvick beat him. Darlington is a fantastic track and is one we must never lose!

pretty awesome when u see urself twice in an Eric Estepp video

I still wish throwback weekend is on the southern 500. I mean, that race could be on every Nascar fan's bucket list, but not for me. I live in Owensboro KY, not south Carolina. Just can't attend race in stands. Also, my favorite Nascar driver got fined for $50,000 for accident on pit road that was too intentional after the race.

@GameBoyBlue2006-d2l

2 жыл бұрын

@@johnhaas2523 I know, but he has almost injured people which is really scary.

MIS ran out of water for a while during the cup race when I was there. Thanks for another great video!

Waiting on NASCAR to release the full 2022 NASCAR Cup Series Schedule. Looking forward to the Inaugural WWTR 400 at Gateway though.

It's like being AT the race. And I thank you for that. Your story is inspiring my guy.

I like the sound of the new car. It seems like Eric likes it less than the gen 6 car.

@g_men2121

2 жыл бұрын

The gen 7 car has that nice crackle sound i love. Not a rumble like a 1972 Monte Carlo but close

Glad I was here. Super fun race

I definitely going to this years race, thanks for the video.

My birthday is September 3rd. I went to see the Southern 500 in 2003 for my 10th birthday. I have relatives that live in Darlington that probably go past the speedway every day and ever since the first year back in the Labor Day time slot in 2015, I have had the Southern 500 night race on my bucket list. I live only one hour from the Darlington track and I feel like in the next couple of years I will be there at the track to see the Southern 500 night race.

they said that it was only there saturday and btw i loved meeting you there i was the dude with the drawing of out of the groove

15:49 Larson’s blown a tire, AGAIN!

Darlington is my favorite track I will get there very soon

12:54 ayeee alex bowman fans right there! Lezzgo #48.

Thanks Eric awesome stuff

wow, I would love to go there . Great job

Since the southern 500 is a crown jewel nbc should give it to us on main nbc like cough cough fox

We were there in 2018. The Race Way Grill has the best burger. Got to met Donnie Allison there

See yah in Vegas! I'll be camping all weekend 😁

Glad I got to meet u at my home track

Love your content!

I was there. And in definitely going again

Bucket list is bring back full hp back to 900 plus

Then there's me at the Richmond snoozefest... At least I was able to see the Xfinity race which was pretty fun to watch

@horsefly1020

2 жыл бұрын

Yea I went there once and I agree.

That chicken & fries basket was probably $25. Bottled water was $6 when I went to COTA lol Worth it. Prepare for it. This all looks worth it too.

Come hang out with me at Kansas!

I didn't expect this video to be released a week after Darlington tbh

I could tell you had a great time

great video

Great vídeo

I WAS THERE THAT DAY!!!!!!!

the next gen sounds like an australian V8 Supercar

This was fun

random thought after seeing next gen... do you think more teams will start using painted wheels more with the NG? like penske does. I would like to see it, i think it would be a nice touch to tie paint schems together.

The fire works 😂 “uh”

Was all of the access you got pre-race through the pre-race experience pass? Or do you need more to see the garage and inspections?

I took my own water with me last week end

How were you able to roam the garage or even watch the truck race from the pit lane??

Holy shit I was in the video

Please tell me you least tried Cookout while down there?

i miss it so much

Did you find any NASCAR diecasts?

I was there

Eric welcome to my house NASCAR track. i live in Myrtle Beach which is not that far from Darlington

Bring back the Brickyard a crown jewel!

@kevinhazlett7303

2 жыл бұрын

I cancelled my plans for going to Indy because no Brickyard next year! I also cancelled Daytona plans because of the Clash being taken out of Daytona!

Eric are you going to talladega?

Eric will you be at bristol i will be there

Was there in 1997 . O how I hated Jeff Gordon. Today almost 25 years later I realize how good he really was. That was back in the Winston days he won a million dollars that day.

Where's my pin eric?

Did you hear and see the false rumors of Matt d going to kauling racing 2022??? Can matty d almost trying to hide it and this could be true matty d joining kauling in 2022 is a great fit . All that team wants to do is go for wins . But it was false rumors unfortunately. Hopefully matty d finds ride soon

SC is definitely not a Busch state. Unless it's beer.

A week later but better late than never

Bout time. What on earth do u edit? Point and shoot lol

Min 1:06 k F B 😂

@fictionalreality1010

Жыл бұрын

That kyle is a true REBEL! Welcome to the first state to secede the union ❤

Eric stop uploading. I have to study for my Quiz on Ancient Mesopotamia

@EricEstepp

2 жыл бұрын

Ancient Mesopotamia was lame they didn't even have race cars

@AkshayTalks9

2 жыл бұрын

@@EricEstepp hahahaha

@colinf3963

2 жыл бұрын

Meso - between Potamia - rivers It was between 2 rivers, there you go, you can pass your test now

@AkshayTalks9

2 жыл бұрын

@@colinf3963 thank you good sir

@norightturns6847

2 жыл бұрын

@@EricEstepp lmfao

Is it illegal to bring your own water or something?

@polycube868

2 жыл бұрын

No, NASCAR tracks encourage you to bring in coolers and beer, soft drinks, water, etc.

Second

i was there in 2023 ok i had pit passes ok

@zackerykoroskenyi2745

11 ай бұрын

and pre race to ok

I wish Steve Phelps & O'Donnell would go back to the NFL. We don't need them signaling their virtue. They're driving away older fans that don't need virtual reality experience or gimmicked up races with stages or playoffs to crown a champion if he wins certain races instead of having to constantly perform week after week

Gosh I really do need to put this on my bucket list now that I think about it. Martinsville was supposed to be next, but that got canceled and I went to Bristol. So now I'm going to Daytona.