I didn't start out behind the snowbank. I was actually in the pit area, where the barriers aren't quite as complete. There's an opening for track grooming equipment, and I was standing there, just sort of on the end of the snowbank, for a clear shot. The bales were about all there was. That's the beauty of having media access - I sign a waiver, and I get to stand right next to the track. I was probably far enough back, but I still can't say for sure. I also can't decide whether I'm disappointed at not getting more on tape, or pleased that my reflexes are a lot better than I thought they were.
Those Pro Champ sleds are insane - 130 horsepower on a chassis weighing 375 pounds. That's about the same horsepower as my first car