Chapter 5: Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Race Day at North Wilkesboro Speedway Recap | Roots & Revival

[@coasterbrookie]

That’s just cool as hell. Junior out with the guys!

[@Frontireadventures]

This is history coming back alive. The hills of yesterday..the pedigree...the heart n soul. Racing on short tracks..hotdogs and burgers..families together and smiling. All the way from Eastern Canada...I love this. Proud of you boys n girls!!!

[@DUN1231]

Dale Jr is the greatest steward for this sport since Bill France Jr. Also still a wheelman. So proud of the guy.

[@hehe-IgoBRRRR]

Well done, Dale! You're a real all-star! ;)

[@Queen36410]

Fantastic thanks Dale Earnhardt, Jr. for getting some of The Races away from Charlotte, NC and Concord, NC

[@noUGames]

so cool to attend in person and glad I made it in a few crowd shots

[@edjmcc1958]

Back to real roots racing ! ❤️❤️❤️

[@viperSandman]

This will go down as one of the best mini documentaries in racing we'll likely ever see.

[@lthom5158]

What a refreshing sight…packed stands, enthusiastic crowd, and not a NASCAR official anywhere! This is real racing!

[@FloridaManRacer]

🤣

[@mrh3085]

So there was no one looking to be offended, find racism or using made up pronouns. 😏

[@predfantony23]

Seeing how things unfolded in Wilkesboro, I would hope this paves the way for the Nashville fairgrounds or at least strikes up that conversation again. NASCAR really needs to continue this momentum moving forward to get the Fairgrounds.

[@jerryroemer9288]

Thank You Dale!

[@DB1Journeys]

This is racing. The sights, the sounds. This is a tap into the early days of Winston Cup Racing.

[@albertpierce6263]

I like the comment. It's not a tap into the early days. It's the advancements of the early days that make this possible. These cars are comparable to ARCA. Still grass roots but far from stock cars from early NASCAR. Still a great post DB1.

[@DB1Journeys]

@@albertpierce6263 oh yeah, I agree. I was referring more to the old school feel of the night there at North Wilkesboro.

[@albertpierce6263]

DB1 you had the best response to anything I've commented on. I appreciate that. I didn't know you were there and I wish I could have been there so awesome what the whole team out there is doing. Appreciate you brother, keep the shiney side up.

[@gregoryscimmi6110]

Dad would be proud!!!!

[@paulrivers7248]

It's freaking wilksboro baby!

[@smokeycoonhoundut6081]

What a crowd!

[@jasonkluk4262]

Drove over 500 miles to be there Wednesday night and feel so fortunate. Never in my life did I think I'd get to see racing back at North Wilkesboro and it was very emotional right before the race started. Thank you to the Dirty Mo team for this series getting me ever more excited as the day approached, and providing the perfect way to relive that night and show my own little girl some day I was there.

[@nelsona779]

Same here👍💪🏾🤜 it was so worth it 👌

[@tommytwobelts942]

I'm damn proud to have been a part of that event. We did the best fireworks display we could do! What an unforgettable moment! Racings Field of Dreams!

[@JJA1987]

Wilkesboro is back & Junior is a huge factor behind it

[@cablepupp]

So true we need Smoke Tony S THERE! 🤨🤔

[@user-cs3zs6jn1d]

@@cablepupp who knows? Make it dirt,you might see smoke.

[@Mako_One]

Been a diehard Jr fan ever since 1998.. I was 7 years old way back then. All the great times throughout the years are irreplaceable but seeing Jr this happy & having that much fun is beyond words. Maybe we'll see him in the CARS Tour more often. Thank you Dale Jr.

[@lewiskemp5893]

I watched race a few times in 97 when Park was driving that AC DELCO no 3.

[@towmanac7056]

91 babies in the house!

[@marielambert777]

Me to

[@marielambert777]

Me to

[@soupy607]

I honestly was never a fan of either of them but since I've started watching his podcast on KZbin I have the utmost respect for him. I find him very honest, funny, sensitive to others who share painful stories, not self centered at all and very easy to listen to. I am really happy that I started to watch him and Mike because they have given me a new outlook on racing and the drivers of today and yesteryear ✌️🇨🇦

[@perennialpyro3622]

I think we knocked it out of the park for our fireworks display! So thankful and proud to be a part of this event. Thanks Dale , XR Racing, Speedway Motorsports, and everyone that raced, and the thousands that proved that there's still life in Wilkesboro!

[@patriotic80]

Dale Sr would be proud for all the things Jr has done to preserve the sport they both love so much. Way to go Dale Jr . Junior Nation for life.🙏😇🤘😎🤘🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@jimmellons9209]

What a humble man. JR. is a class act. And all these talented young drivers are the future of racing.

[@hacksawjimthuggin7411]

The #1 thing I took from this ... I absolutely love with how happy Dale Jr is. As a fan of his and his dad for 30+ years it bring me so much joy to see him so happy.

[@deannelson9565]

This is just so fucking cool to finally see this track come back to life! I love seeing those South stands full as well wasn't quite expecting that!

[@FloridaManRacer]

I couldn't be there in person but my ass was GLUED to that live stream. Words can't begin to describe how amazingly good the Pavement portion of Racetrack Revival was. There's a lot of people that EVERY race fan should be thanking for that perfect moment. Marcus Smith, Barry Braun, Terri Parsons, SaveTheSpeedway, Wilkes County and a lot more. Dale really was the needle mover. The last puzzle piece needed for people to see what Wilkesboro could still provide. If not for the cleanup for the iRacing scan, none of this would be a reality, but it is, and that whole month of racing was PERFECT.

[@cablepupp]

This can't die too many hearts beating as 1 ONE! TRACK WILL LIVE ON keep the safe space monkeys off the lift 😆

[@GaryLX870D]

Well said 👍

[@tresfingeros]

Track like this is where it all began I hope the track stays alive 👍

[@mem10938]

I just got chills from watching Dale do his drive around. You made alot of people happy. God bless you. I never rooted for him when he was full time. Senior and Rowdy my faves. I can’t get enough of the podcasts and this man does so much to preserve the past and help improve the sport.

[@nathandillard4108]

My childhood hero. Never got the chance to see him race cup but you better believe I made it to this. I will cherish this night and the memories for the rest of my life.

[@datruth9872]

Wonderful , wonderful , wonderful . Just like the ole days. Wow ! THANK YOU. 😎

[@itsNuTz]

The best thing in racing in a while, so happy to see it! Congratulations to everyone involved and I hope you race again soon jr. Looked like you genuinely enjoyed it!

[@neonbodystyle]

Such an amazing look at a historic night. Well done, Dirty Mo.

[@shaunkiddy]

Thanks Dale jr . For bringing racing back to North Wilkesboro!

[@longjohn526]

All those young racers deserve a round of applause, that was some good clean competitive short track racing ..... Watching Dale come up through the field at the end picking them off one by one was a thing of beauty ..... Seeing Carson win was nice because I saw his Dad win the track championship in Rockford IL back in 1994 when he was just 18 so it's come full circle

[@danielhearn4036]

Was a great night.....Crowd was full of energy....

[@markanthonypetra]

This is cool stuff.....Jr is being very modest about his contribution to making this deal happen. Carson is definitely a talented driver.....he will have a promising career.

[@LeeHunter-ez7dz]

Dang I wish I was there

[@texpelt8858]

Thank y'all for keeping this RAW. No music. No commentary. Just raw sounds. It's so special

[@seang.douglas4278]

Damn. I grew up on small-town supermodified and late-model racing in the Midwest (especially Sandusky Speedway), grew to love NASCAR (huge Dale Earnhardt fan) and Indy (huge Rick Mears fan) and especially all the history growing up in the 80s. Of course, racing today cannot give the vibe of yesteryear. Thank you iRacing, SunDrop, and Dale Jr. ... more than anything for just keeping it real. This was truly special, it hits me in the feels so hard...

[@marthabolmon9477]

Was an AWESOME evening!!!!! Full house with standing room only, CLEAN RACING, Great Fans! This is a wonderful documentary of THE GREATEST RACE IN HISTORY!!!!! REVIVAL!!!! RENEWAL!!!! THANKS DALE JR. FOR ALL YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE TO MAKE THIS HAPPEN!!!!!

[@craigparrish3582]

Was great race . This is the kind of short track racing folks love and need . Dale jr can still drive the heck out of a race car.

[@nallen6559]

To see this happen at NWB, so many people brought this track back to life! Ever since we seen Dale Jr. profile this track on his show you know they all wanted it again! Awesome and congrats to North Wilkesboro, NC!

[@bobbytaylor3177]

So good to see Jr with his wife and family and team enjoying this moment. Great that these moments have been captured. Look forward to watching him race again soon.

[@theransom27]

Jr def opens up when the cold ones open. Same here 😅🤙🏁

[@bprickard]

Every late model race I go to ends like this. It's truly grass roots. "We're all family tonight."

[@DennyDeliversYT]

car #3 finishing P3. straight up just poetic.

[@CRMHTravel]

I’ll never get tired of this video

[@paulkunis5324]

Awesome job Dale and all who helped. loving your blog. No tracks to revive in Rhode Island unfortunately.

[@JMolKoz20791]

This was literally my first NW race i actually got to watch live. For 23 years I've only seen highlights and old film but this was some awesome racing! Bring the track back! 🙌

[@royrogers8906]

Love all the videos dale you done great!!! Your dad would have been proud of you. I sure to miss him. It was good to see the family before the race the two girls sure are getting bigger growing up fast aren't they? Well dale congratulations on 3rd place win.

[@sandradowney7928]

Just finished all 5 Chapters. I had goosebumps and happy tears. The perfect way to film this historic event. I hope when more upgrades are done that they keep a lot of what is already there, especially in its disrepair. It is like wrinkles in a face, each one was earned. Thank you Dale for being who you are and how much you care.

[@wolverine9632]

Puts a tear in my eye. As a guy born in '96, I never got to watch a NASCAR race at this track. Nascar may return someday, but it will never be like the Winston days. I am so thankful I got to see so many amazing old-school Winston Cup races, but watching this video was like catching the scent of something I will never truly taste. I was bummed when Dale retired, but seeing him pre-race with his family paints the big picture. I am so happy this man is healthy, happy, and living the dream. And he still gets to race when he wants to!

[@davidbigdaddysimmons]

Way to Dale Jr, Bringing racing back to North Wilkesboro and the way the fans showed up and showed love towards you was impeccable... Thank you Dale Jr for what you did for North Wilkesboro and Wilks Co.

[@markc.4883]

AWESOMENESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@justjesse16]

now this is grass roots racing wee been waiting for. not the bowman gray crashfests

[@Garf2O]

Racing can be cool until it turns into a total "block/crash the other guy" demo derby, not much skill involved at that point just deep wallets and lack of brains imao.

[@andytn6507]

This video gave me chills. Best sight to see. Racing at its purest! I would watch this over the cup series every time! Thanks Dale Jr.

[@SirensC3]

I have been a fan of The Dales since his Dad was driving the No.77 car. So glad Jr. is driving! Love that guy! And love seeing racing at North Wilksboro again! Takes me back many many years!

[@lionheartholder6257]

This was a great series. My hats off to the Dirty Mo Media crew. Josh Berry: "TJ, I can't believe I'm going to say this, but you're doing a helluva job". 🤣🤣🤣

[@codykrchak24]

You know, I grew up a Gordon/Hendrick fan, had a natural hatred for the Earnhardt name from the start. Started rooting for Jr. when he went to the 88 and every single year he gains more and more respect in my book. He has done so much for the sport, he is such a key role in racing as a whole in this country and has solidified himself as a true legend. Yet with all the fame and fortune he is one of the rare ones you still feel like you could enjoy a beer with.

[@judefernandez9234]

Just as long as the beer is Budweiser

[@anemicroyalty8764]

Unfortunately we were turned away despite having tickets and didn’t get to see it, but still this is a testament to a true legend.

[@gothard5]

That really sucks. Did they say why they turned you away?

[@FloridaManRacer]

@@gothard5 The track reached full capacity. The Fire marshall would've shut the track down if they let any more people in.

[@gothard5]

@@FloridaManRacer well, that is certainly understandable. awesome to see such a huge crowd. gives me hope for the future of NW.

[@anemicroyalty8764]

@@gothard5 Yeah, seeing the situation I’ll give them a pass here, but they need to make good use of their money.

[@Mcseeker86]

You can hear me say "Good Job , Carson" and Carson said "Preciate' It" when he was on the lift. Pretty cool to have a part in the celebration lol

[@neilforsythe6678]

Being from Canada I remember see winston cup racing from there on tv. It was great ro see another race. Looking forward ro Allstars race. Great track. Great fans. That time in nascar was the best.

[@dirtracingfan8742]

Major props to everyone behind bringing this track back to life. Well done!

[@joshuabrock5376]

Always nice to watch Dale Earnhardt Jr behind the wheel. Wish we could see you drive every week, but more happy to see Dale safe ND enjoying the family.

[@georgedreisch2662]

Glad to see the moments with his wife and kids captured for the family, in the future. Dale has become a legitimate mentor in motor sports.

[@cablepupp]

This is past nostalgia this is proof that the good old days can and hopefully will live again a special thank you Junior your support really nailed it we really need to get as many cup drivers from the past and most definitely the upcoming future in order to live on Almost forgot one comment comes to mine when they scan the crowd WE DRINK BEER WITH OUR TIRE MARBLES AND RACE FUEL!!!! EEEEFFFF YEAH!

[@pamelamaloy9778]

DaleYeah what an awesome turnout Really Dang Awesome ❣️💚💛❤️🥰

[@pacmac79]

If only we could get Jr to the Slinger Nationals...come on Dale, visit Wisconsin the way it was intended to be visited! Do some good ole' short track racing!!!

[@kevinanderson2575]

That was awesome Jr!!! brought back a lot of memories, made me feel younger, I think it did the same for you!!!

[@devinaschenbrenner2683]

Man that was a good race. The crowd going nuts while Jr was on a run to the front was awesome.

[@tylermosley7681]

Team work makes the dream work! I would take Dale as much boss any day. So knowledge.

[@Wildtrax39565]

Lol, more fans there than at Daytona. Take a hint NASCAR. North Wilksboro and Dale Jr. is showing you what we want in a race!

[@johnpenn8444]

So awesome Wednesday night! Thank y’all so much for what you’ve done for us!

[@kevinshields8278]

Awesome All the way around! I love the way you promote up and coming drivers! Like Landon Huffman! I'm old school and remember his dad racing back then, thanks for posting!

[@jbs454]

Jr. Looks very happy and his life has come full circle. He seems to be a great dad and husband and is not going to make the same mistakes his father did with his kids and his wives.

[@Droopy23]

These have been an awesome series....love it!! Congratulations Jr!!

[@joeyp4240]

Niiice. Always great to see Jr in the car. MuchLoveFromMemphis

[@jonproctor3739]

An incredible achievement. Who would've ever thought North Wilkesboro would be brought back to the racing community.

[@user-bt8vn3dj6o]

Well done "Dirty Mo Media!"

[@rodney8763]

I liked the comment in victory lane , by somebody ( a man ) that said, "look at how happy he is!" Referring to Dale Jr. So true!! Amy looked happy too!

[@brianfletcher319]

Absolutely incredible all the work that was done

[@mgcarr61camaro91]

So emotional to see this track come alive again ! Wish i could have been there ! Thanks for posting this !👍👍🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@robertgibson1707]

Seeing this made feel so damn good. I havent watched a full Nascar race in years now since JR retired as its just not the Nascar i grew up watching. Been a fan since around the time Gordon came in the game so quite a spell. Been to 4 Daytona races but didnt get to see June Bug win. Anyway this had that feeling i really really miss in racing. He is Nascar and we love him!!!!

[@travislohneis224]

Pretty amazing they brought that track back can’t wait to see what happens in the future..love how down to earth jr is ..just another one of the guys

[@nikkipeterson3440]

I've been an Earnhardt JR. fan since the early nineties and I have to say out of all JR'S wins and accomplishments along the way JR had this glow and I think this was the happiest I'd ever seen him at a track...well done Dirty Mo for the documentary!!! Hopefully this is just the beginning for North Wilkesboro!!! On a side note the older Isla gets the more she looks like Mrs.Brenda (Kelly and JRs Mom)

[@edjmcc1958]

Better reaction from this crowd than most Nascar races these days ! It's awesome to see all the work and effort done by all involved to get this done ! Kudos to all !

[@stratolestele7611]

I'd have had goosebumps and tears being there! Awesome work DJ and everyone else that worked to put race cars back on this storied race track.

[@cbundy53ness]

Cool moment for me was seeing junior and Butterbean talking about that sweet old skool video games paint scheme

[@scottkuopus8068]

Sr would have so damn proud of his boy....So am I....Hell i even have dog named Junior...

[@ATR022190]

The fact that this race sold out is absolutely incredible! Wish I could have been there for this, but my vacation isn't until next month 😅. Hoping to catch some of the dirt races though. So glad you documented this.

[@franksando635]

Sr. Was riding with Jr. Right next to him the whole race you can bet on that 🙏👌👍🏆

[@alexlane6522]

Always great to see JR. Doing what he loves to do✌️+☝️=💯

[@GaryLX870D]

Awesome edit 👍 what a great sport 👏 #3

[@Srt4drvr89]

It’s gone! It’s back! Forever

[@oneworldonegoal17]

Great to see this! What a storybook ending finishing 1st and 3rd in the three w/Podium finish!!! It's unusual to see a big star go back to his roots where it all started, and experience the simple joy of why you love the sport without the pressure - glad now ole Junebug got to go back + live that like young Junebug he was - plus drink a beer in victory lane 🍻🚗 🏁 Martha in Miami : )

[@curbstomp3126]

Racetrack looked great. Good job guys.

[@santoprince3857]

It's so good to see a superstar a hero that is so down to earth family man and cares about other people succeeding than himself Dale Jr you're one and a trillion and this world is it better place knowing that you're out there and the person that you are keep up the good work JR Motorsports dirty Mo media taking over the world I love you Dale Jr God bless you your family and all the people for JR Motorsports and dirty Mo I love you guys

[@jerryroemer9288]

Great Job Dirty MO

[@lewiskemp5893]

I even stood up for the anthem. I'm just happy to be back in any form

[@Mjones8383]

I really hope Jr races a bunch more of these, yeah cup and xfinity is great but this is what dale needs to do. Just racing and having fun

[@randomperson2107]

Jr is so his father just with a little softer side to him but when jr hits the track he is golden