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EPISODE · Feb 9, 2024 · 36 MIN

4.2 The Wild History Of INDOOR Drag Racing In Chicago During The 1960s!

from The Dork-O-Motive Podcast · host Brian Lohnes

During three winters in the 1960s, hot rodders in Chicago had the unique opportunity to do something no one has been able to do before or since. They went drag racing indoors. The didn't just do it once or twice, they did it weekly. How? Where? Why? Who put it together?  The story actually begins in the 1930s and the indoor drag strip followed go kart racing, midget car racing, even a road course indoors! The promoter, a man named Bill Schade is a story in and unto himself.    This is a story of the city of Chicago, a brilliant promoter, and a hot rodding culture starved for action in the winter. Enjoy!

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