Will's Take On Indy
Unlike recently built tracks, IMS is set in old neighborhoods in Speedway, IN. It's fast and it's flat, and the 2½-mile track with the infamous bricks at the finish line is a challenging track to master as any on the circuit. This is one of the few tracks on the circuit where Jeff Gordon gets more cheers than boos; he's won here four times. Fellow Hoosiers and one of my favorite drivers, Tony Stewart has two wins to his credit (2005 and 2007), and Jimmie Johnson (Booooo) kissed the bricks in 2006, 2008 and 2009.

There is not much banking to speak of at Indianapolis, but you can bank on the excitement that one of the most coveted checkered flags in all of racing is sure to deliver.

Growing up literally less than 2 miles from the track, Indianapolis Motor Speedway is practically my back yard. As a young man I could hear the cars from my bedroom. Waking up to the sounds of the speedway is where it all started for me. As you may already know Indy is full of history and has a great deal of tradition and passionate fans. While it may not be the most exciting track on the circuit, it is definitely a strong top 5 of mine.

Indianapolis down low - Turn 2	Indianapolis up high - Turn 1

• Coolers are permitted but size is restricted to no larger than 14" x 14" x 14"
  
• Regular "Back Packs" are allowed into IMS - See through material is NOT enforced
  
• Coolers may be hard-or soft-sided Purses, backpacks, and other bags are permitted
  
• Food and beverages permitted, but NO glass containers of any kind are allowed.
  
• Size is not to exceed 14" x 14" x 14"
  
• Seat TIP! - Recommend sitting at least half way up the grand stands. No matter where you sit - chances are you will not be able to view the entire track.
  
• Camera stands (tripods, monopods, etc.) are allowed on the grounds as long as they do not cause safety hazard nor obstruct the view of others; such equipment is not to be used in the stands
  
• Carts and wagons are allowed every day except Race Day.
  
• Use of carts and wagons may be restricted in some areas
  
• Roller blades, skateboards, skates, scooters and bicycles are not permitted in the facility
  
• No scaffolding or other structures are allowed
  
• Be prepared to walk! Indy is big and everything is spread out
• Check the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Seating Chart for your seat!

Race Track Legal Coolers are always something to keep in mind from track to track. All carry-in items will be searched prior to entry into Speedway grandstands. It is recommended that fans make their way into the gates at least one hour prior to green flag to allow proper time for inspection of these items.

Listen to Jim Nabors sing "Back Home Again In Indiana", military taps, flyover, Jewel sing the National Anthem, the green flag start to the finish, great stuff, turn it up!

Indianapolis Motor Speedway
4790 W 16th St.
Speedway, IN 46222
Museum Phone: (317) 492-6784
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Tribute To Jim Nabors

Listen to Jim Nabors sing "Back Home Again In Indiana", military taps, flyover, Jewel sing the National Anthem, the green flag start to the finish, great stuff, turn it up!

Permanent Seating: 257,325	Shape: Oval
Completed: 1909	Banking: 9° turns
Distance: 2.5 Miles	Banking: 0° straights
Frontstretch: 3,330 Feet	Backstretch: 3,330 Feet

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Tribute to Jim Nabors - A Stirring of My Heart
By: Susan N. Beranek

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