Great insight into a driver's passion!
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This DVD has actually been available for a couple of months and parts are already being televised on Speed channel. This is a great way to gain insight into a driver's life. The interviews with his family and the old photos are terrific. You realize that Tony had a passion for all things racing since he was a baby. His generous spirit in regards to his charitable works is admirable. I would love to see more of these DVDs of other drivers. FYI-Dale Earnhardt Jr's DVD is being released by the same company around February 2004.
1912353
Hubby enjoyed several hours getting to know the drivers and treams from his favorite sport.  He is an avid fan and thought this guide was very well done and informative.
1401770
excellent book about a very skilled driver who was way ahead of his time. read the facts in this book instead of listening to the gossip!
3316208
This book was written by one of the 2 doctors who have rescued drivers in the Indy Car racing series for many years.

As someone who has followed Indy racing for many, many years, I was fascinated to read how medical procedures were developed to take care of the injuries specific to Indy Car drivers.  It was fascinating also to see how many of these procedures then were used in day-to-day medical rescue care.

Not for everybody, but I  found it fascinating and drivers should be thanksful for the author's work!
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I was surprised at the length of this book, a book covering many aspects of driving today, including information about physical and emotional causes of bad driving, like driving on an empty stomach, problems with alcohol, and psychological "shortcomings" such as Type-A personalities (competitiveness, self-centeredness, aggression).  I was particulary interested in the road rage evaluation in the back of the book, which seemed to have all important driving aspects covered, scoring on how they affect my driving.  It was difficult to be honest, and I had to make several attempts at the questions just to see the point of being able to admit my mistakes--rage, impatience, revenge, and other "character defects."  I suppose chapter 2 was most "entertaining," "I was the Worst Driver in the world" where there are several stories of road rage situations with McGinley against others, and how he dealt with them later.  Although I would not have gone to the lengths of chasing another driver for such and such, the finger, being cut off, whatever, I admit that I had felt the swelling anger before.  My favorite line on page 105: "If you will not follow this book, then at least follow your driver's guide.)" Just on the way home for me the drive is a terrible ordeal, the only way being one of two main freeways which are packed to the hilt during rush hour. If I could just back off the coffee and the gas pedal (I love both) everything would feel better than racing ahead. I like to drive fast; slow drivers annoy me, so that's going to take some getting used to.  But, one thing leads to another, and the book alludes to stopping anger before it gets to other--the "other" yelling at other drivers, for whatever reason.  I guess confession is the only way sometimes.
A bookmark at the back of "Confessions" said that it was "being revised."  All in all this is an excellent book with relative illustrations throughout, and can even help a younger driver with understanding the physics of driving: turning, braking, obstacles ("The Moves," chapter four). It's hard to imagine what the author left out, including everything from road rage decriptions and results, to "spiritual" causes (he says there are demons who love to incite rage, not hard to believe), the effects of anger and music while driving. Not that the author could have thought up all this on his own, as I saw over 90 references to incidents of road rage from Minnesota to London, yet I was amazed to see that there was no staff in the writing of this book (last page, "technical info", says that he did it without any assistance.) Incredible.  Nice to see a book that wasn't sterilized by corporate publishers.
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Excellent account of everything that goes down behind the scenes when working in racing. Very good insight into all the pieces that need to come together and the pressure everyone is under to perform. This book is well written and very entertaining. Having been a Penske super fan in this era and now working in the field for over fifteen years I felt that Jade was able to explain the technology and the sport very well for the uninitiated yet didn't undermine the knowledge of hardcore racing fans.
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EXCELLENT transaction, fast shipping Really great video, he was a remarkable driver & person. Must see video that gets down into the weeds on what a driver goes through in the profession besides just the drive. He was also very generous, leaving $400 million to children charity that helped educate thousands of children in poor families. Didn't really know much about him, but watching the movie it just GRIPS you. Highly recommend if you are interested in race drivers & their lives.
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This book is full of new and exciting information about James Dean and his passion for motor sport.  It is beautifully designed with exciting photographs on every page.  The book features information gathered through in-depth interviews with a whole host of actors, actresses, racers, and friends of Jimmy's that shed insight into Jimmy's short, but vibrant life.  The author's attention to detail and precision with regard to the many motorcycles, race cars, and Porsches that crossed Jimmy's path, as well as details about each of the races he entered is truly impressive.  The book also includes a touching foreword by Jimmy's cousin, Marcus Winslow, Jr., a moving prologue outlining the author's lifelong interest in James Dean, and a fascinating epilogue spanning 50 years.  This book will be loved by James Dean devotees, sports car and motorcycle aficionados, Porschephiles and others!  James Dean: At Speed will stay on my coffee table for a long time...it's a real winner!
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I had never been a fan of the  1/2-litre Grand Prix Racing era, until I read this book, but here is a book that brings it all to life, makes what on the surface seemed like a pretty dull time for F1 into something fascinating and interesting on every level.
I just wish more books on F1 and racing in general were written with such passion and insight
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Helio is a neighbor, and I enjoy witty little side walk chats with him when I'm walking my dog and he's actually home.  What a beautiful smile!  I decided to check out his website and found this book.  I took a chance, and found it was well written, informative about racing, and about how a family can come together to create success.  His father discovered the prodigy in Helio at a very young age and worked to make him the star he is today.  When his father couldn't be there, Helio's wonderful sister learned how to become his manager, teacher and protector.  This is a "do it yourself" story -- there were no Indy racing mentors back then.  Everyday was a new opportunity and a new lesson to learn.  Helio's job was to grow his racing skills and climb the ladder to be the world champion he is today.  A great read - one that's hard to put down.  You'll come away with a different impression of the man who makes competitive driving look so easy!  I've given this book several times as gifts to people who I know enjoy racing.  Like Helio, this book is a winner!
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I enjoyed this book.  There's so much interesting information about Dick Landy in this book. It's a very quick, easy read.  The reader is never overwhelmed with technical jargon which makes it more enjoyable for the non-technical among us.  I loved all the old photos, advertisements and glimpses into Landy's personal life.  It's a real treat to see some of the behind the scenes action.  I'd recommend this book to any racing fan, Dodge fanatic or hot rod lover.  It's a fun look at the great sport of auto racing and one of the men that made it great.
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A great autobiography, plenty everyday incidents that brought out the best in people and some sad moments. Main focus is on the trials and tribulations of privateer gran prix motorcycle racing from the 1960's through the 1990's in the USA and European  circuits.
 Gives a lot of insight to racing as a privateer, the challenges of getting any kind of sponsorship and the drive it takes to get to the starting grid let alone on a podium. Hats off to Mr. Scott giving us some very personnel insights to his and his son's racing career and the families commitment to motorcycle racing.
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New to NASCAR? This is the book for you. Been a NASCAR fan for years?  This is the book for you. In Magnolias, Sweet Tea, and Exhaust, Carole Townsend hits the ground running discovering what the excitement is in the NASCAR community. Learning valuable lessons along the way (dress comfortably), she travels to tracks throughout the southeast learning first-hand why fans are both NASCAR and driver loyal. Not only does she review races throughout the 2013 season, she also delves into the history of the sport and how it got its start. Whether it's interviewing winning crew chiefs and drivers or run-of-the-mill fans, Carole covers it all in this amazing read. Using her usual wit and humor, Carole will make you chuckle at her antics as she learns first-hand the NASCAR phenomenon. Excellent read by an excellent author.
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I have a small case filled with racers life stories, and 'Feel'  is one of the best. A long time fan of Freddie Spencer and this covers it all for me. Great race descriptions and history. Also, a very introspective book, which gave some insights that I can use in my life. I did come across one typo/wrong info in it when it was written about Road Atlanta course at Elkhart Lake and that should read Road America ( our favorite course ), Road Atlanta was even talked about on the next page. But, this is nitpicking on a wonderful book. Thanks to Freddie for sharing this story.
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I read it cover to cover on a road trip (I was the passenger!  not reading and driving!)Loved it!! Thank you for sharing such wisdom and solid insight with this book! Waiting for your next book!!
286920
An entertaining book, about a fascinating person with a great motorsports history
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This book is great!! I would recommend this book to any Nascar fan, not just those who love Tony!! When I began reading this book--I absolutely could not put it down! Read the entire book in just one night.  It is definitely a true look inside the life and heart of Tony Stewart.  The first few chapters are a little hard to follow as he leads you through his start in racing but as you read on into the book and start hearing of all of his adventures in racing and with the media, you are just dying to know more.  I just hope that Tony doesn't let it end here, I am sure that there will be more excitement in his life in the next few years and maybe he will write "True Speed 2--A story of a Winston Cup Champion"!!  I would recommend this book to everyone and want to wish Tony (if he happens to read this review)----GOOD LUCK IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP Race in 2002!