We Finished!! ELEVEN Years in the Making 🤯 - Sick Summer Day 5

We did it!! This was a hard week, and we fought until the last second to make this happen. I have wanted a Gear Vendors Guitar since my first Drag Week in 2013. Elven years later, I wasn't going to give up being so close to it.
We knew the 55 only had one to two passes left in. And I drove my first pass just like that (which was a wild ride😳) and thank god I did! A nice spectator actually caught a crack in our brake rotor before I could make it up to another pass.
It's not exactly the finish we were hoping for and not close to what the car is capable of, but with everything that we fought this week we are beyond happy.
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[@oldgrizz8720]

Alex, the dialogue you gave about being a test bed for manufacturers testing the limits of their products for the sake of expanding the limits. That was absolutely great to hear. I'm sure your sponsors and manufacturers also enjoyed it. It really helps explain how racing gives back to the improvement of products.

[@barrybarry5803]

The way Alex was so there for Blayne when she realized how overwhelmed he was, i can't praise you enough Alex, your the epitome of what it is to be a decent human being!!!

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

The youngsters, from Alex on down to even younger like Blaine, show the future of the sport is going to be in pretty good hands.

[@TheProdigalGoob]

Seeing Blayne crying tears of joy definitely brought tears to my eyes. That kid deserves every freaking second of that win. Congrats on second Alex! You got this next year!

[@tools6106]

Alex your candor toward your suppliers is refreshing! You are a great ambassador for this sport! Keep up the great work!

[@rholdcroft99]

Seeing Blayne get so emotional, made me happy. He and Alex are going great things for the future of motorsports.

[@burgboy2459]

The way you drove that and finished your pass was a testament to your driving abilities and a big fu to all the haters! Great job at sick summer!

[@cptkirkp]

Like you said - if you're not breaking shit you are not doing it right. THX to Meg for the hard work getting these out to the fans.

[@julianchisnall6355]

+1 for Meg's efforts !

[@PsychobabbleRapp]

That's only true in this fastest over all average game, the point she was making ( important and shame on Cleetus for not making that point) was , the normal braket racer, or no prep street racer, only uses about 8/10th's of the cars potential, so under those normal conditions you are not going to break the stuff they break, there is no need to push the car and equipment out to the hang on by a thread absolute utter edge , and abuse the parts and engine that way every time down the track. you honestly could not afford to do it like that ..and you don't have to.. if they were racing these same cars and parts under normal racing conditions like the majority of drag racers, a car like hers, or Cleetus, Baily, etc, would run 1 or even 2 full seasons on the same engine and parts, and not break anything. This type of racing is unique. It's the only one where you see people trying to break records every pass, and it misleads people thinking parts suck, and it's just not the case, .. most racers would never have a need to push the car that hard every pass.

[@edwardspaccarelli5944]

@@PsychobabbleRapp👏👏👏👏

[@PsychobabbleRapp]

@edwardspaccarelli5944 thanks, I was a little put off by Cleetus turning to his massive audience and complaining about breaking parts, especially pooing on the SMX, when every broken part is his fault . My goodness there are guys out there running full seasons, some even 2 seasons on their SMX with no major issues at all. Sure Cleetus never broke the big block as much, but he was shooting for mid 8's then, not mid 6's, the normal Joe racer would never abuse equipment the way those 6 secound drag and drive guys do.

[@edwardspaccarelli5944]

@@PsychobabbleRapp if you want someone to find the limit of what your engine, transmission, rear end, suspension, brakes, etc. Cleetus will! Rev limiter may have saved the engine? I don’t know if it would have reacted quick enough.

[@jonlennon3348]

You and your Dad are winners to me. I think you guys put in a gallant effort which many just cant do. We are proud of you.

[@badchadhaterswelcome]

Thank you

[@warrenraab46]

Congratulations Alex... Congratulations Dennis. Great job of filming Megan Great job of being Mom Debbie!!! So proud for you all. The 11yr journey has been fun to watch. Thanks for all you do for the sport I LOVE!!!

[@ryandunn5362]

Alex is a badass. A cool, down to earth badass! And Dennis is a genius, super chill Father badass!

[@stevelennox8575]

I'll say what most guys won't . What makes Alex is that she is a regular woman who has blemishes and acne and isn't always "dolled up" in makeup acting like she's special . She gets in there and with the help from sponsors and a very supportive family they get it done . Kudos to all involved in this !

[@jeremykmieciak1515]

Absolutely…… I was fortunate enough to get to both days at Byron and Wednesday in Iowa. What impressed me was the fact that she took time while she was busy working on the car to engage with the little kids, especially the girls, when they asked for her autograph. She didn’t just sign and send them away. Hopefully her spending a few minutes will inspire one of those youngsters to follow in her footsteps.

[@stevelennox8575]

@@jeremykmieciak1515 Thank you for backing me up Sir

[@LTV_inc]

There are plenty of women her age that are Engineers, Lawyers, Scientists, Artists and are making society work and they’re not hanging on to daddy’s short strings, wake up.

[@jeremykmieciak1515]

@@LTV_inc True, but they also aren’t in the public eye with the platform and audience to directly interact/influence/inspire their young fans.

[@infinitelywise1074]

Its Weird to mention her face like that women don't want to hear people talk about them in this way

[@garyhodges8173]

Great job Alex ! Your dad is a badass! Couldn’t agree more with your assessment of breaking parts. Any time you push a 3400 pound brick to over 200mph it’s GONNA BREAK PARTS !! If it was simple everyone would do it !!👍🏻👍🏻

[@ktmr8]

Alex may not be a Taylor Swift!… but she sure is a Swift Taylor! 💪💪

[@indianaslim4971]

Well played sir!!!

[@tunktrnder9957]

🥱Who the puck is Taylor Swift !?!😁😉

[@indianaslim4971]

@@tunktrnder9957 you could have not posted and left people thinking that you are an idjit, but no you had to prove it to the world....

[@tunktrnder9957]

@@indianaslim4971 🤔🤣🤣

[@peterivero4337]

History on any level of racing, if you're not breaking or hurting parts , you never go fast. Congratulations

[@Dr.KuderMD]

Seeing the emotional uncontrollable state that Blayne was in after his big win was both a surprise to me and very respectable…. He is so controlled and ready to race and win, and perfectly prepared to drive and win YET his tears and emotions show he is in touch and aware of how awesome his week has been and doesn’t take these opportunities for granted. Alex you are amazing and it was so awesome that you helped give Blayne the hug and kindness he needed. I say all this in response to Blayne BUT …..ALEX YOU FREAKING ROCK! AND YOU EARNED THAT AMAZING GUITAR AND WHAT IT STANDS FOR!! Keep representing yourself like the amazing person you are. I have been a huge fan of yours since the day I met you in Syracuse Ks and you took the time to talk to me and my kids and we walked up the street and got snowcones and just talked. It showed how beautiful you are inside and out and how truly kind and amazing you are. My daughter still talks about you and how she wants to be as successful and kind as you are.

[@doggonedk]

I love how you always have time for the kids. They are the future of the sport. And Nolan is an absolute valvetrain genius. I knew he was pretty sharp but listening to him and your dad in the last video really impressed me. Great job both you and your dad deserve it!

[@TXGunGeek]

You earned that guitar! However, I have to say, when you stopped and hugged Blaine I was in tears.

[@michaelwynne4346]

To the Gentleman who pointed out the cracked Rotar, good locking out.

[@jefferyclark7863]

From one dad of two daughters to another "Happy Fathers Day" Dennis!

[@agasrcng]

@ridingwithalextaylor watching Blayne get so emotional made me tear up! Bless his little heart, he was just so damn happy! And the little girl was just too cute. I’m so happy for you too! LOL!

[@BobDOwens]

I love how that guitar changed her personality, like as soon as she strapped it on she realized that it's ok to be cool. And she is so damn cool! :) Congratulations Alex!

[@BobDOwens]

And she was not going to take it back off! :)

[@indianaslim4971]

​@@BobDOwensIt wouldn't surprise me if she is holding it right this very second.....

[@timferriss905]

First of all a massive shout out to the fellow who took the time to tell you about the rotor. Debbie you raised a beautiful family. Dennis. A true family man, and dedicated to racing. Thanks Meg for the fantastic footage. Nolan a top man full of information. Nick for all the support you give to the team. And last but not least. Alex your one hell of a driver. A job well done. God bless.

[@timferriss905]

I should have said chuck berry played guitar to the cords of a piano. Rock on!!!

[@MartinSmiltneek]

Bonneville is a must for any car enthusiast. The heat will eat you, the salt ,wind and emotions, broken parts, and 12 hour days for at least 3 days if not a full week are BRUTAL. I stopped going 10 years ago when the rains came and flooded us out a couple years in a row. It can get to be too much and did for me that 10th year. NOTHING LIKE IT

[@clydegreenwood5673]

Alex you are so right and good luck and be safe and God bless you and your family

[@staggerinstanton56]

When you were pushing anything to the edge, the parts will break. The Marquee of a great company, will use those breakages to learn in advance their products. I still believe in your brakes to be some of the best. The things that gear vendor has done . Simply incredible. Standing by them to make them even more reliable. That's the mark of an elite company

[@shawnnevin4953]

VERY WELL SAID GIRL, about the company's making things better. Great job once again

[@agentcrm]

When all said and done. A 7.02 is still stupid fast for something that can drive down the street. Congrats on the guitar. Hope the rebuild isn't too expensive. Thank you for all the camera work and editting Meg.

[@FeralPreacher]

Really proud to see you push that BRICK to 6 and 7 second runs. You worked hard to drive to your 7:02 to lock up 3rd. Beautiful speech telling watchers, builders, manufacturers, and competitors that breakage is normal. You are pushing limits and breakage will happen. Happy that someone saw that broken rotor. Thank you so much for sharing your journey through this race.

[@never-stock-rc2968]

What a Dad how lucky is she!! My Dad never did anything this cool for me never. Pretty sad 😔 the world needs more Dads like him!!!!

[@AndyGeesGarage]

Someone pointing out that cracked rotor quite possibly avoided a disaster. Good call on not making a second pass.

[@01FozzyS]

Congrats Alex! And also to your team/family. Thanks for the production,Meg. Well done all of you!

[@russellturner9470]

Alex I hope the drag community is so proud of you with the way you promote the vendors and the drag and dirve

[@johnjunge6989]

Congrats to Alex & Dennis, the 55 hung on and Mr Luck was with you. Way to go!!! 🎉

[@AdamBusing]

Congratulations Alex/Dennis and co for an outstanding performance over 5 days, and thanks Megan for yah dedication too all the content, which isn’t easy too do… So congratulations 🎉 from New Zealand

[@ajsgarage6802]

7.02 with the pedal out there killing it you drove the hell out that car hell yeah lets goooo!!!!

[@johnh8917]

Your pops deserves a lot of props for his relentless dedication,but girl,you drove the friggin wheels of that car! Congrats!

[@L.A55]

Alex taming that 55 down the track !! Go Alex !..Go Team Taylor ! (ATR)

[@calcolbert3443]

Your program is top notch you and Dad are ambassadors of a great sport

[@randywl8925]

I can't imagine the internet without @ridingwithalextaylor I started watching about the time you were blowing dead leaves out of the 55. I saw a young Lady filming her dad building cars. ...........i honestly had no idea who you were or anything about your early HS racing "career". After the 55 build began, I, just like most others, discovered this pretty young girl had smarts and talents far beyond our first impression. What you've created is amazing. It touches so many people and bennefits so many businesses. Steve Morris, Gear Vendors, Iskey, Motion...... Then there's the people. Your mom and dad, Meg...... Nolan, Steve..... the people you race with and fans at the track. .....that little girl in your car has a memory shell never forget. So cute. You have affected so many lives in such a positive way. Thanks again for starting your channel.

[@donmears4090]

Alex and Dennis, Both of you can look at that guitar with pride because you earned it!🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@WPAPi3.14]

GET YOUR CASE GIRL!!!!❤😎

[@burbt6069]

Well done Team Alex Taylor Racing. You had all sorts of problems thrown your way and you just got on and dealt with them. 👏👏 Enjoy that guitar Alex, because you are one of the fast guys now. Congratulations 👍

[@lpe655]

I Love Your Family. Ur mom especially, she is one old school but new school women. Supports her family no matter what but in the shop next to her man. So refreshing to see!😊

[@jamesferguson8217]

Would be interested to hear the diagnosis on the 55's block once you guys get all rested up. Thank you for taking us along on your adventure. Strong work by the entire Team Taylor!

[@CraaaigV302]

So proud of blayne hes the coolest 16 year old on the planet

[@user-gc1zn5mn4p]

Alex, first, congratulations on your second & third. Second, I am a racer as your are (road racer) & also a self taught guitar player. I suggest you buy a songbook--the Beatles are good--& teach yourself the chords: it's fairly easy & fun. 🙂

[@SZo-ri2yz]

Dedication and hard work and persistence and your family pays off proud ov your win, ive follow you for years to see your win is a great moment👍🦘🇭🇲

[@fred7854]

Hey Alex, congratulations to you and your wonderful father. You both make a great team. So proud for you. One thing I would love to see is your father racing again. I know it would be a lot of him, but I'm sure you both can do it. Love you, your father, family, all your sponsors, channel and all your videos. Take care and be safe. Congratulations again

[@americanjoetv1390]

Wheeling that car down the track like you did takes skill sister! Haters aside...Keep doing what you do!

[@speedycat128]

Your mini me stole the show Alex keeps fire off your neck you are the coolest race car driver and give your dad a big hug for the best pit crew cheers to the whole team cam girl also rocks

[@lyricbread]

Congratulations Team Taylor! And Happy Fathers Day Dennis! You deserve a tall cold beer for absolutely killing it this week! ❤

[@jerrylafavor5397]

Congratulations to you and your dad. Great video person

[@z06doc86]

Alex sure can wheel it. Great job team Taylor! Congratulations on the good finish of Sick Summer.

[@Fubarpapa]

Alex is professional 100%

[@roadrunner4404]

A full team effort. Family effort. We'll done. Even the billet engines have issues at those levels. So doing it with conventional block and heads is a marathon effort. Drag racing is finding the newest weak link in the combo. Mad respect to you both

[@davidgough1161]

It is a race car, I expect stuff to fail. That is how things are improved. I appreciate all you guys do and enjoy all of the success you have!

[@young11984]

Thats why its been shirts and stickers out for years that say…..race, break, repair, repeat….if you never break anything you have never pushed it at all, i have broke 1500hp capable parts at 800hp because a simple $20 part failed so just because one thing broke could have been the result of something else. Props to you two for completing the event, thanks to the guy that mentioned the cracked rotor and Nolan for being valve train support

[@bennyhelgeson401]

Alex is excellent role model for all young kids especially young girls. Way to go Mom and Dad.

[@BassManBobBassCovers]

Frig yeah got the guitar!!! 🎸🙌

[@CFBtechnologies]

Congratulations, and thank you for not taking six months to get the videos out to the fans!🤣😁

[@lpe655]

So glad I watched until the end. My face hurts from laughing. Thank You for the daily uploads. I know it's been a struggle in the past, so I really appreciate it.

[@leehrh263]

Congratulations! We'll be seeing you out on the salt at Speedweek 24. Hot Rod Hoodlums Race Team.

[@stephcooper5998]

Congratulations, Alex and Dennis. Through all the highs and lows of Sick Week Drag and Drive 2024, you are on the podium. Alex, get a guitar wall ready in your shop.

[@WingspeedGarage]

That was some badass driving

[@anthonygalloway907]

Awesome job congratulations to you and your family.

[@DannyNeal-g8y]

The guitar needs a tuneup. The trailer needs a tuneup. The '55 needs a tuneup. Welcome to the glamorous world of race car building! Congratulations to each of you; you've done Arkansas proud! Alex, you learn that guitar real good. But stay away from the crossroads!

[@Vaughnbarnes]

I have enjoyed watching your videos all week. I felt like I was right there. Dennis amazed me with his knowledge and skills to keep Alex going till the end. Alex of course did an amazing job also and she drove that 55 like a champ! Congrats on finishing this week and and don’t take guitar lessons! 😂 You have enough irons in the fire!!

[@edwardkirkland686]

So proud of you guys you worked hard and you earned it!

[@dustydon6419]

Alex is one bad assed young lady. Kudos to her Mom and Dad for doing a great job. She’s obviously intelligent and skilled. What a great example to young ladies everywhere. She may not have finished at the top but gosh darn she and her Pops busted their tails and did a great job. Her paying tribute to those that before her and hugging and taking a picture with the “kid” (I don’t know his name) that had an awesome week. Alex Taylor is a quality human.

[@gregstarkjohann6856]

ill guaranty that amc javelin did not have a amc motor in it. I agree you drive a 55 chevy and have a bitchen guitar no one is cooler than you except maybe for your dad congratulations to both of you it was a team effort.

[@joshlindemeier2434]

Congratulations on the guitar Dennis and Alex!!!! And congratulations on the Aztec 200!

[@terrenceadams3481]

Hey Alex! You did fantastic! Not to many people can control like you just did. In the competition you guys are in. parts will always break. Great job! Take that well deserved Guitar home. 😀😘

[@smokeymttop9069]

Congratulations Alex And you Mr Taylor are a superstar, awesome work....

[@johnjacobs4625]

Before you left the line,I just knew you weren't going to let off....Alex "Sideways" Taylor

[@randywl8925]

The manufacturers absolutely needed that "long rant" from you. .......I personally think that way too many people are stupid. Pardon my French. At least here, you and Meg can't edit out French. 🤣 Seriously tho I'm betting that some people driving an F350, towing a 17' 5th wheel trailer on the highway might be scared to buy a gear vendor's product because you guys broke them multiple times. There is zero relationship.... ABSOLUTELY NOTHING comparable in towing a 17 5th wheel trailer to what your car endures....... It's like comparing apples to dump trucks. Thank you for standing up for these manufacturers and giving everyone a realistic explanation of how the racing world works. You did them all a great service explaining the problems youve had.... ....and you explained it so well. The only thing more awsum is watching the last part of this video. You guys are an absolute riot. I can't begin to imagine a video if there was a couple empty bottles of wine and pitchers of beer 😁 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Schism75]

Dennis is a Mad Scientist on those rods!! He’s the hardest working man I’ve ever crossed paths with!

[@d.j.9961]

Alex, As a guitar enthusiasts who has played all my life, idk about the strap buttons on a Epiphone but, I trust the oversized strap buttons from Warmoth. As a child I was pretending to rock(b4 I could) when the strap dislodged from the guitar & the guitar fell & the headstock broke. Please ensure the strap buttons are not cone shaped! Compare them to the Warmoth oversized strap buttons or get a set of locking strap buttons! Keep it out of the heat, out of the sunlight, away from moisture & away from windows & doors where the weather changes drastically. Keep up the good work! You have definitely made a name for yourself & I love that it is a family effort! Your Dad I a beast on the mechical side! You are definitely gifted & lucky to have a supportive family!!!

[@jimzivny1554]

Congratulations you and your Dad did a great job

[@CS_247]

Hooo girl, that pass at 6:45 sure was HAIRY!! You did good, Alex!! You are a pretty damn good driver hanging on to that bronco... What an amazing week, thanks for bringing us along!!

[@janchristensen7993]

Congratulations Alex andDennis. What a 5 days and a team you 2 are together. And Megan you did an amazing job with recording the event. 🎉🎆🎇

[@joesphmoger3683]

You go woman your dad and family. like that envy no one

[@scottz63]

Congrats to Alex and Dennis!!! Alex, that driving on the last pass was outstanding! Well done!!

[@harleyryder2796]

I rarely comment on your videos but this time I just have to say, I've been watching Alex Taylor grow and race for a long time, I've seen the ups and downs you and your dad go through in the ventures you pursue on a daily basis. But there is one thing I have never seen from you and that is the great big huge smile you had on your face when you accepted that guitar! Congratulations young lady, you are amazing in many ways. Keep doing what you're doing and we will keep watching.

[@glacierfinancial]

Great points made. you’re working those parts right to the edge. And then by street driving, you’re dealing with all kinds of weird harmonics.

[@roadman14]

Wow, what a credit to the sport you are. Describing what your parts and manufacturers go through to develop their products and how you explain that it is not crappy parts was awesome. Great job!!!

[@babakofi8327]

You looked so happy and proud that sprung leaks in both my eyes. Congratulations 🎉

[@davidechols6797]

Congratulation guys.your hard work paid off. Happy Father's Day to Dennis

[@kensmith8832]

Alex, you have improved your presentation and thought for the videos by huge strides. Nothing is going to stop you! You were cutting up more in this video than any video before it. It is good to see you let go! The world of public figures is crazy, as you dress to feel good, while others think you're dressed for them. I have to say this job isn't for most people. The big problem is, how others try to influence you, and they have nothing to add. People are still trying to figure out why I wear a hat all the time. They reason everything from working in country music, to Texas, to horse training, but not once do they see the fair skin and the freckles! You have to learn how to let it go, give the ownership over to others, and don't let others tear you down. In other words, be yourself no matter what they say or do! This is how you reach the point where others love you and have no idea why! The fun part of leadership is getting others to relate to you, the easiest method is to show a vulnerable part of you. The problem with this, is the insane people will want a personal relationship as they relate too much. So build good walls, defend those boundaries, and be sure to have a back-up plan if the insane get over your wall. I like to have 2 friends as bodyguards; one for insane women and the other for jealous men.

[@ThomasELeClair]

,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,sound advice ......................I had a teacher in seventh grade that would give sound advice for the future ; he used to say , " A word to the wise is sufficient " ........

[@bobbolieu9013]

Congratulations on a successful Sick Summer 2024! You all did amazing. You made very smart decisions. And you won some awards.

[@markcunningham3205]

Congratulations Taylor Family !!!!!! Your all Bad Ass Bitchin!!!!! Happy Fathers day Dennis!!!!!!

[@curtism-w6b]

Manhandled tf out of the wheel on that first run 😂 I love it. "GET OVER HERE!" 🦂

[@VATION3RD-GEN-X-GARAGE]

CONGRATULATION ALEX....

[@bobdailey5910]

You guys are awesome for giving all of the people that you work with that information.Because that helps racers in the future.Girl to be safe to go fast and look pretty LOL!!

[@stevecr8934]

If your not breaking stuff. Your not pushing hard enough. True Fact young lady.

[@mhenderson1000]

Alex, You're so right..If you aren't pushing your car and it breaks, you aren't winning or doing it right..I like looking at you more than the car..You are dangerous in and out of the car!!!

[@enricodigenova8112]

Congratulations Alex well done your dad looks so tired but he always gives it 110 percent to get that car ready he a machine well done to all 👌👌👍👍

[@fstjack6525]

Congratulations dry pool, guitar Queen. Congratulations Dad.

[@edsmetalworks8426]

ATR and DTR are the ultimate test bed for any manufacturer out there, it’s is truly outstanding what you guys put that equipment through in a weeks time. Nice job and congrats on the guitar!

[@jeffwolff5875]

Congratulations Alex. Meg did a great job

[@keithphillips6111]

Well Alex...I've been watching your channel since your 1st video. I've literally watched you grow up. I've watched your whole family, even your cool puppy be involved. I've seen you work as hard as your Dad. For some reason when I watched this video I got teary eyed. Tomorrow is father's day and my daughter is your age. I just think where has all the time gone..... congratulations to you and your Dad,and congratulations to your whole family as well. And to your parents, congratulations, you guys raised two very cool daughters! Much love Taylors!!!