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Permalink Reply by Teddy Walters on August 4, 2010 at 9:09am

Wow I'm surprised that the souvenir trailer isn't going to be there! Lots of RG fans there, so I guess this means no autograph appearances either? I was looking to pick up some new RG gear....oh well

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Permalink Reply by Billy on August 4, 2010 at 7:34pm

Is RGM required to sell merchandise out of the trailer or could they set up a tent or something at a lower cost?
Maybe just sell one style of shirt and hat?

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Permalink Reply by Dave-O on August 4, 2010 at 9:47am

don't have a third tractor to haul the souvenir trailer to the race?

FAQ #6 - How many laps does the 07 plan to run?

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Permalink Reply by Michael Martinez on August 4, 2010 at 9:53am

So what do we do now? Is Robby going to be making a showing?

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Permalink Reply by kevin dinsmore on August 4, 2010 at 10:46am

nice photo's from the shop.

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Permalink Reply by D Heichel on August 4, 2010 at 11:07am

R u kidding me? No souvenir trailer? What in the heck is going on around here?

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Permalink Reply by D Heichel on August 4, 2010 at 11:10am

You can not make this crap up. We spend hundreds of dollars at Rob's trailer every year. First no NW race and now this? This hurts me to no end.

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Permalink Reply by xcmtb on August 4, 2010 at 11:22am

Its pretty simple math, really. (How much did RGM make selling merchandise out of the trailer at Watkins Glen last year) minus (how much will it cost to drive the trailer up, lease a spot and staff it for Watkins Glen this year). If you get a negative number (or a very small positive number), you don't do it.

All us fans can get our gear online. I used to buy at the track, but now I can't. Oh well. That beats knowing that my team is selling me gear at the track and losing money while they do it.

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Permalink Reply by Teddy Walters on August 4, 2010 at 1:57pm

I would agree. They probably figured they would lose money or maybe 'break even' this year, so they are leaving the trailer at home. I can't blame them, its simple economics.

It sucks for the fans like us though, nearly every other T-shirt I see at the Glen is RG and his trailer is always packed Friday-Sunday. I know the autograph session is a big draw, years back he used to sign after qualifying on Friday and before the race on Sunday. You ought to see the money that changed hands, people would buy things just to have him sign it. Not saying in this tough economy it would be the same, but if Robby can make more money by Robby appearing twice (some years 3 times), then why not?

I order some things on-line if I "have to have it", but to be honest I can't remember the last time I did. I am more inclined to spend a couple hundred bucks at the track even though I might not need it. See what I'm saying? I guess its like the heat of the moment kind of thing to me anyways, I like visiting with the employees and Robby and showing my support in person.

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Permalink Reply by Mike Kenyon on August 4, 2010 at 11:45am

For the members that might have missed this tread regarding appearances.

http://www.planetrobby.com/forum/topics/watkins-glen-to-honor-past

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Permalink Reply by Teddy Walters on August 4, 2010 at 2:04pm

Says he is going to be "honored" during pre-race, Geoff Bodine, Ernie Irvan, and Steve Park look to be the only ones signing autographs on Sunday morning per www.theglen.com

Drivers participating in the autograph session at the Turn 10 village include:
• Ernie Irvan – 1991 Bud at The Glen Race winner in the #4 Kodak Film Chevrolet

• Geoff Bodine – 1996 Bud at The Glen race winner in the #7 QVC Ford

• Steve Park – 2000 Global Crossing @ The Glen race winner in the #1 Pennzoil Chevrolet.

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Permalink Reply by Beth on August 4, 2010 at 2:07pm

You're just all up on this "members that have missed threads" thing today aren't you?

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