My post only addresses the subject of this topic. I certainly am not in it for the money in fact I preach to my friends that my involvement is purely for the fun and enjoyment of racing. I don't make enough to pay for my race gas. However since I have to pick and choose what races I attend I will almost always go to the ones where the payout is greater taking into consideration the distance to travel. I have been racing since 1955 and will continue to do so until I feel it's not safe for me or others.