Any one ever think, the tracks are switching to 1/8 mile, for insurance reasons? Slow the cars down, and reduce risk. Personally, I was raised in the east with 1/4 mile racing. Didn't think I would like 1/8 mile. Moved to Florida, and did 1/8 mile, and 1/4 mile. Guess what? I have just as much fun, and win about the same number of rounds, either way. Just be glad you have a track to race at, with so many closing.

PS: Try 500 ft sometime. Straightaway of a circle track.