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Daytona International Speedway

The Daytona 500 is the biggest, richest and most prestigious race in America. Daytona International Speedway is a 2.5-mile trioval that's 40 feet wide with a 12 to 30 foot apron. The infield takes up 180 acres with a 29-acre lake. The Daytona Speedway consists of 480 total acres.

Although the Daytona 500 garners most of the attention, the Daytona Speedway boasts the most diverse schedule of racing on the globe, earning the "World Center of Racing" title.

Daytona International Speedway 

A Little History


On February 22, 1959, Daytona International Speedway hosted the first Daytona 500. The posted awards for the "500-Mile International Sweepstakes" totaled $67,760. A field of 59 cars took the green flag for the start of the 200-lap race. A crowd of 41,000 was on hand.

The finish was too close to call with the lapped car of Joe Weatherly making it a three-wide dead heat finish at the checkered flag between Johnny Beauchamp and Lee Petty.

Johnny Beauchamp went to Victory Lane and savored the celebration, although the results were posted as "unofficial"

61 hours later, Lee Petty was the declared the winner. A clip of newsreel footage proved that Petty was the winner by a few feet.

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Hotels & Travel Reviews for Daytona 

Here's what Yelpers have to say about Hotels & Travel in 32114

Ocean Walk Resort (Daytona Beach)  
"I'm staying @ Ocean Walk now(may 12). It's pretty sweet except for the heat but I'm from Oregon so I'm used to the cold. The beach is fantastic and the..." more
Race Track Rv (Daytona Beach)  
"This is my favorite place to park the RV when we go to the races. It's right across the street from the vendor area and a short walk to the race track. You..." more
Daytona Beach Resort & Conference Center (Daytona Beach)  
"Stayed here for Biketoberfest and I have to admit it was a very nice hotel. The amenities they gave the bikers was nice (Bike wash, covered secured..." more
Daytona 500 Experience (Daytona Beach)  
"Too bad it got rained out after the 153 lap, but for my first race, it was pretty hilarious. Between observing the spectators and the cars whiz by, I..." more
Courtyard by Marriott Daytona Beach (Daytona Beach)  
"If you happen to be staying far away from the Daytona Airport and have an early morning flight, i highly recommend staying here. We got a room for 60 bucks..." more
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The Richard Petty Driving Experience Ride-Along 


Richard Petty Driving Experience Ride-Along Program is available to guests ages 16 and older (16 - 18 yr. old will be required to provide valid photo ID and have a guardian signature in order to ride).

It is not necessary to make advance reservations for the Richard Petty Ride-Along Program.

For more, check their website: RICHARD PETTY DRIVING EXPERIENCE

Daytona Ride-Along - $135
Ride-Alongs are available on a first come, first serve basis on any of the driving dates listed below. Ride-Alongs begin approximately 1 hour after the start of each driving class (session).

In addition to the days driving experiences are offered, Daytona also has days exclusively for Ride-Alongs. Operations are from 9am to 5pm on the dates listed immediately below. Dates are subject to change, please call 1 800 BE PETTY to confirm.

Exclusive Ride-Along Days for 2009:
January 10
January 11

Reservations are not accepted for Ride-Alongs at Daytona International Speedway except for special events and Race Weekend Ride-Alongs.

Ride-Along gift cards do not expire and are not refundable. You must be at least 14 years old to participant in the Ride-Along experience at Daytona International Speedway.

Driving Experiences**

Rookie Experience (8 laps* over 1 session)


* Price: From $399
* Description: Your hands are on the wheel, your foot is on the gas and you are in the driver's seat for 8 laps* around the track. The program can last up to half a day; the memories last a lifetime.

King's Experience (18 laps* over 2 sessions)

* Price: From $799
* Description: Satisfy your need for speed while trying to tame the speedway in this high-thrill,18-lap* program. Lasts up to half a day.

Experience of a Lifetime (30 laps* over 3 sessions)

* Price: From $1249
* Description: Think you can handle 30 laps* of white-knuckled, heart-pounding speed? Improve your driving line, increase your speed and consider a career change. Lasts up to half a day.

Racing Experience (80 laps* over 8 sessions)

* Price: From $2499
* Description: This program covers 80 laps* over 1 to 1-1/2 days. You'll receive instruction on refining your driving line, building speed and side-by-side driving.

Advanced Racing Experience (40 laps* over 4 sessions)

* Price: From $2999
* Description: The greatly intensified, personal instruction makes drivers who take this 40-lap* program feel like they're ready to take on Richard Petty himself. The Racing Experience or the Experience of a Lifetime program must be completed before doing this experience.

Daytona High-Banks 8 (8 laps* over 1 session)

* Price: From $529
* Description: If you are ready for a taste of the legendary oval, this 8-lap* program will definitely wet your appetite...for a little while.

Daytona Super 16 (16 laps* over 2 sessions)

* Price: From $1249
* Description: Grip the wheel for 16 laps* around the world-famous Daytona International Speedway.

Daytona Experience (24 laps* over 3 sessions)

* Price: From $2099
* Description: Includes 24 laps* on the 2.5-mile, 31º High Banks. Segments allow you to improve your driving line and increase your speed.

Reservations are required for all driving experiences.

NOTE: Sales tax applies, where applicable. All driving experiences are lead-follow.

Experience prices vary depending on track location, peak and off-peak seasons, dates and times.

*Includes one Warm-Up and Cool-Down Lap per session at tracks 1.5 miles and longer. Program offerings may vary by track.

**At Daytona International Speedway, Walt Disney World® Speedway and Watkins Glen you must be at least 18 years old with a valid drivers license and at all other tracks be at least 16 years old with a valid drivers license to participate in our driving experiences. Also must be able to drive a standard transmission (stick shift).

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2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Race Schedule 



02/07/09 Budweiser Shootout Daytona International Speedway
02/15/09 Daytona 500 Daytona International Speedway
02/22/09 Auto Club 500 Auto Club Speedway
03/01/09 Shelby 427 Las Vegas Motor Speedway
03/08/09 Kobalt Tools 500 Atlanta Motor Speedway
03/22/09 Food City 500 Bristol Motor Speedway
03/29/09 Goody's Fast Relief 500 Martinsville Speedway
04/05/09 Samsung 500 Texas Motor Speedway
04/18/09 Subway Fresh Fit 500 Phoenix International Raceway
04/26/09 Aaron's 499 Talladega Superspeedway
05/02/09 Crown Royal presents the Your Name Here 400 Richmond International Raceway
05/09/09 Southern 500 Darlington Raceway
05/16/09 Sprint All-Star Race Lowe's Motor Speedway
05/24/09 Coca-Cola 600 Lowe's Motor Speedway
05/31/09 Dover 400 Dover International Speedway
06/07/09 Pocono 500 Pocono Raceway
06/14/09 LifeLock 400 Michigan International Speedway
06/21/09 Toyota/SaveMart 350 Infineon Raceway
06/28/09 Lenox Industrial Tools 301 New Hampshire Motor Speedway
07/04/09 Coke Zero 400 Daytona International Speedway
07/11/09 LifeLock.com 400 Chicagoland Speedway
07/26/09 Allstate 400 at the Brickyard Indianapolis Motor Speedway
08/02/09 Pennsylvania 500 Pocono Raceway
08/09/09 TBA Watkins Glen International
08/16/09 TBA Michigan International Speedway
08/22/09 Sharpie 500 Bristol Motor Speedway
09/06/09 Pep Boys Auto 500 Atlanta Motor Speedway
09/12/09 Chevy Rock & Roll 400 Richmond International Raceway
09/20/09 Sylvania 300 New Hampshire Motor Speedway
09/27/09 Dover 400 Dover International Speedway
10/04/09 Kansas 400 Kansas Speedway
10/11/09 Pepsi 500 Auto Club Speedway
10/17/09 Bank of America 500 Lowe's Motor Speedway
10/25/09 TBA Martinsville Speedway
11/01/09 Amp Energy 500 Talladega Superspeedway
11/08/09 Dickies 500 Texas Motor Speedway
11/15/09 Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 by Pennzoil Phoenix Intl Raceway
11/22/09 Ford 400 Homestead-Miami Speedway

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rydigga wrote...

Hi,

Great lens, very comprehensive. 5*

Ryan

ReplyPosted January 11, 2009

Lensmaster

very cool len's i love NASCAR

ReplyPosted January 29, 2008

rockycha wrote...

Vrrroommmm!!! I liked it when they did it on the beach... lol I ain't that old! Just made a speed racer lens today - you've provided comprehensive info - good job!

ReplyPosted January 04, 2008

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