I'm flat broke, and couldn't race at all if not for bracket racing. I take my slow junk to the track and do my best to turn on the occasional win light, and maybe take home a little cash or a dust collector. I just paid $450 for a car that I'll put a few hundred more into and go run 19s at the local tracks. Heads up is fun to watch, but I couldn't do it, unless someone wants to let me drive their car.
By the way, Norwalk has seats right at the finish line. THAT is where bracket racing can be very fun to watch!