I don't really have a "dog in this fight"...I've never had an NHRA license and doubt I ever will.
Years back we used to do a good bit of street racing but it was never when there were a bunch of people around.
From an outsiders point of view I can't see how NHRA can dictate what you do when not at an NHRA event.
I like watching SO when I catch it...once you sort thru the BS it is entertaining.
I can't honestly tell you the last time I sat down to watch the NHRA.
The few friends I know that do race regularly all complain about the enormous amount of money and BS that goes on.
Again from the outside looking in...if I put you on the trailer this round and you can buy back in only to race me again that to me looks like a money grab.
If I'm wrong straighten me out...again I'm on the outside looking in and this is what I've seen.