If you know NASCAR, you know California Speedway in Fontana, California. Twice a year, the roundy-round faithful descend in droves to root for their favorite heavily endorsed logo-emblazoned hero. They don't even realize that there's more than 1,320 feet of freshly paved dragstrip tucked away at the back of the facility-but we do. Apparently, Super Chevy knows this as well, since they've moved their event from the historic Pomona Raceway to these new Fontana digs.
Super Chevy events showcase a wide array of racing, from nitro coupe Pro Mods and special exhibition cars to wheel standers. Nonetheless, the real "meat and potatoes" is found in the bracket classes, where Average Joes vie for the cash to cover their weekend of racing. Or, if they're good enough, they can score serious money to put toward that new widget.
If you're a racer looking for inside tips, or if you'd like to get involved in racing, this is a great event to attend. In addition to the entertainment of the drag races and car show, you can pick up a lot of information by asking the experts in the vendor area, or by exploring the pits. Jawboning with fellow racers is the best way to find out what works, what doesn't, and what you can get away with. It's also a good way to meet fellow gearheads.
As the day progressed, round after round of bracket racing whittled down the field until the final few lined up to see who would take home the prize. There's a considerable amount of contingency money available for 2007, so if you're running the right parts and have your product stickers in place, you could end up with a nice stack of cash. To find out about future Super Chevy events, check out www.superchevyshow.com.
 In addition to all the racing...  In addition to all the racing action, Super Chevy also hosts a car show with many cool rides to check out. It's one of those "something for everyone" scenes. |  |  In addition to the nitro coupes,...  In addition to the nitro coupes, Super Chevy also runs exhibition cars like this 7-second '40 Willys owned by Tommy Schiffilea. |
 Mike Nelson helps out his...  Mike Nelson helps out his friend Artis Houston, of Compton, CA, with his '71 Nova. |  Jeff Balzer's '71 Chevelle...  Jeff Balzer's '71 Chevelle was fast-too fast actually. His day ended early when he ran an 11.096 against a dial-in of 11.23. |  You can find veteran showman...  You can find veteran showman Bob Hall and his Airborn Express wheel-standing Astrovan at just about any Super Chevy drag racing event. |
 We talked Jacklyn Williams...  We talked Jacklyn Williams into striking a pose for our camera. All of this, and she even owns and operates her very own MAC tool truck. |  We think '68 Chevelles are...  We think '68 Chevelles are great, and apparently so does Cary Pangrac of ProCharger. |  Longtime PHR project car and...  Longtime PHR project car and The Hollywood Knights movie star "Project X" even made an appearance. Rumor has it that the 502 Ram Jet-powered Tri-Five will soon be sporting a new GM mill. Stay tuned. |
 Getting traction is all about...  Getting traction is all about getting the tires hot and sticky. Watch as Rick Kelh of La Habra, California, roasts the hides on his '72 Camaro. |  Morning clouds cleared to...  Morning clouds cleared to sunny skies as the crowds gathered to watch the racing action. |  Jerry Hops of Reseda, California,...  Jerry Hops of Reseda, California, ran an 8.94/150.73 against a dial-in of 8.78, but lost to fellow competitor and '67 Camaro driver Dale Friis. |
 Walking the pits is a good...  Walking the pits is a good way to find anything from used drag tires to all-out engines like this 707ci big-block mill. According to the sign, it puts out around 2,200 hp. |  GM Performance Parts had a...  GM Performance Parts had a huge display in the vendor area that included several Z06 Vettes, custom rides like this HHR, and an assortment of killer crate engines. |  Gary Hairfield of San Diego,...  Gary Hairfield of San Diego, California, does a ton of bracket racing in his LS2-powered '05 GTO, and actually tunes LSX engines for a living. |
 |  |  Lloyd Miyashiro has owned...  Lloyd Miyashiro has owned his '55 Chevy since 1979, and has logged a ton of track time in it. |
 Gary Thomas came down from...  Gary Thomas came down from San Bernardino, California, to run his '67 Nova-but lost to Courtney Glover of Costa Mesa, California, when he ran a 10.335 (120.05 mph) against a dial-in of 10.39. |  Brian Housner of Diamond Bar,...  Brian Housner of Diamond Bar, California, ran a 12.206/107.89 against a dial-in of 12.10, but his competitor beat him by running a 12.265 against a 12.20 dial-in. |  We found Macy Walp and Briana...  We found Macy Walp and Briana Hudson of Yorba Linda, California, wandering around the pits on their way to catch some drag racing action. |