Meyer Speedway At 14015 South Main St.

[harvick2win]

http://terraserver.microsoft.com/image.asp...ALat=29.6251737

hey there guys,

my name is scott and i was looking for info on meyers speedway..... i was looking for south main and this is what i got for you guys, i hope this helps

scott

harvick2win@yahoo.com

[Mark F. Barnes]

Here are photos taken at the old Meyer speedway grounds earlier this year

[harvick2win]

http://terraserver.microsoft.com/image.asp...ALat=29.6251737

hey there guys,

my name is scott and i was looking for info on meyers speedway..... i was looking for south main and this is what i got for you guys, i hope this helps

scott

harvick2win@yahoo.com

oh nice!!!!!!!!

so pretty much of the contours of the track is still there........ i am from MA and most likely of all the tracks that closed in the last 30 years<5 of them> either a building or a amusement ride<1 track only> has taken its place....... thank you very much for those pics too!!!!!

scott

harvick2win@yahoo.com

[gonzo1976]

Local newspapers frequently ran this ad. It took me a little while to realize the cars did not have roofs, maybe?

[Mark F. Barnes]

I have a ton of stuff on Meyer Speedway, spent many many nights there racing. Have a lot of photos, but don't want to tie up a bunch of bandwidth if no one's interested.

One of the local Heroes that made the big time. Texas Terry Labonte, who just retired from a long NASCAR career this year. Was privileged enough to be at the retirement ceremony at TMS this November and Terry was as humble and gracious as always. Was able to talk with him for a few minutes, And gave him a copy of this B&W in an 8x10, and got quite a laugh out of him. This picture was taken around 1975 there in the pits at Meyer Speedway.

Edited December 3, 2006 by Mark F. Barnes

[Guest Marty]

I'm interested show some more ya bandwidth burglar

Edited December 3, 2006 by Marty

[Mark F. Barnes]

This is Ed "Mr. H" Hamblen and George Nash . Nash was a local promoter, and Mr. H was the President of the N.A.R.L. and ran the track.

Some of the local help around Meyerland

[harvick2win]

that is pretty neat to see terry labonte shown driving there..... was 1977 the last year it was open ?

[nm5k]

that is pretty neat to see terry labonte shown driving there..... was 1977 the last year it was open ?

I forgot myself... Seems it was somewhere around that year. They also once

ran a Nascar championship race there I think in the early 70's. If I remember

right, one of the Allisons won that race. I went to Meyer a few times. Of course,

living in Westbury, we could hear the races here at the house every Sat night.

MK

[Mark F. Barnes]

I forgot myself... Seems it was somewhere around that year. They also once

ran a Nascar championship race there I think in the early 70's. If I remember

right, one of the Allisons won that race. I went to Meyer a few times. Of course,

living in Westbury, we could hear the races here at the house every Sat night.

MK

Yes it was the 1971 Space City 300, Mr H basically paid off Bill France to run that race there out of his own pocket, he was pulling out all stops to promote the track. Meyerland was his baby, and he'd have sold his soul to help the track, rumor was he did make a deal with the devil on a couple of occasions. Seem to me the last races held there were in 1978 I may be wrong on that.

This ole boy here is Kent Lewis Sr. Believe it or not he is still racing ASCS Sprint cars in the Gulf South Region. He's pushing seventy. Real Good people!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[roym]

I have a ton of stuff on Meyer Speedway, spent many many nights there racing. Have a lot of photos, but don't want to tie up a bunch of bandwidth if no one's interested.

Yes, please post some pics. Fantastic stuff so far!! Thanks!

[Mark F. Barnes]

[Mark F. Barnes]

Larry Schield

Joe Plowman

[harvick2win]

http://local.live.com/default.aspx?v=2&amp...ted%20States___

this is a better view of the speedway today

[Hunter]

When I was much younger we use to live in the neighborhood on the other side of main street. We use to sit on our roof and watch the races and listen to the roar of the crowds and cars on a warm summer night. Thanks for the memories.

[tetherman]

Was Meyer Speedway the speedway out on South main right next to old "Playland Park" (that had the big roller-coaster), where they used to race midget-cars? If so we used to hear the cars on Saturday night all the way over in Bellaire. Also used to see Doc Cossey and AJ Foyt (in his early carreer) racing there.

Dave

[Mark F. Barnes]

Was Meyer Speedway the speedway out on South main right next to old "Playland Park" (that had the big roller-coaster), where they used to race midget-cars? If so we used to hear the cars on Saturday night all the way over in Bellaire. Also used to see Doc Cossey and AJ Foyt (in his early carreer) racing there.

Dave

No actually that was Playland Park Speedway. In one of the pictues here you can see the roller coaster in the background. Meyers Speedway was further down, and took over the crowds as playland closed down.

Track Record holder MJ Burton of the Burton Brother's Crew

Edited March 8, 2007 by Mark F. Barnes

[tetherman]

No actually that was Playland Park Speedway. In one of the pictues here you can see the roller coaster in the background. Meyers Speedway was further down, and took over the crowds as playland closed down.

Thanks for the clarification Mark. Also, the nostalgic pics of PP Speedway.

Dave

[FLHS89]

I have a ton of stuff on Meyer Speedway, spent many many nights there racing. Have a lot of photos, but don't want to tie up a bunch of bandwidth if no one's interested.

One of the local Heroes that made the big time. Texas Terry Labonte, who just retired from a long NASCAR career this year. Was privileged enough to be at the retirement ceremony at TMS this November and Terry was as humble and gracious as always. Was able to talk with him for a few minutes, And gave him a copy of this B&W in an 8x10, and got quite a laugh out of him. This picture was taken around 1975 there in the pits at Meyer Speedway.

I would be interested in viewing old Meyer Speedway photos.I raced there from 1974 to 1977.My name is Dale Powell and I drove #91.In 74 and 75 the car was a 1964 Chevelle.Then in 76 and 77 it was a 1976 Camaro.I have a lot of good memories but unfortunately not enough photos.Was able to compete with greats like Terry and Freddy Fryar.

[DENNIS97CARS]

WELL I GREW UP AT MEYERS SPEEDWAY. MY UNCLE HAD A BRONCO, PURPLE # 27 FOR ABOUT 4 YEARS. WON CHAMPIONSHIPS A COUPLE OF TIMES. IN THE MID 60'S. LATER I TRIED THE SUPER MODIFIEDS, WITH NO LUCK. I TRIED THE LATE MODELS W/NO LUCK. HERE IS A COUPLE OF MY PICTURES FROM THEN. ALSO A COUPLE FROM THE 60'S WITH THE OLD 27 IN BACKGROUND. MY SUPER WAS THE OLD FRIZZEL PONTIAC MODIFIED WITH THE ROOF CUT OFF AND A WING ADDED. I DID IT FOR FUN. SHOULD STAYED DRAG RACING.

Edited February 16, 2007 by DENNIS97CARS

[Mark F. Barnes]

Another one of Tony Barcelona's cars

Joe Plowman

John Rezek

Stoner's car, not sure if that was his last name or hobby! Just knew him by "Stoner"

Edited February 17, 2007 by Mark F. Barnes

[Frank M]

Man, Bill Bailey sure is young in that program. And I believe Ed Hamblin was also the ring announcer at Houston Wrestling-he was always hawking Meyer Speedway. I had to consult my "Friday Night in the Coliseum' by Geoff Winningham to make sure.

[GoneGator]

Stoner's car, not sure if that was his last name or hobby! Just knew him by "Stoner"

First car is Al Valeri.

Second car is Darrell Stoner.

Both are around 1976-77 vintage.

[Mark F. Barnes]

Anyone interested in a DVD of Playland Park Speedway and Meyerland Speedway, IM or email me with your contact info. It's a bunch of home movie footage shot in the 50's in 8mm. There was no sound, so we overdubbed some oldies music and Charles did some comentary. I think it came out real good, I am going to burn some DVD's , you'll see it isn't professional, but it is pretty cool. If any of you get the Houston/Heights Tribune, I am helping Sharon Lauder put together some articles to run on Playland and Meyerland Speedways. It should come out this spring, when I get some exact dates on the print I will let you know. I am mainly providing photos and names and dates and she is writing the articles, like I said when I get some exact dates of the print I will let you know.

P.S. There is also newer footage from the 60's and 70's, there is some of old Almeda Speedway, some from Moody andClarey, and some breif shots from old Houston Dragway off of Gulf Freeway.

Edited February 28, 2007 by Mark F. Barnes

[roym]

Anyone interested in a DVD of Playland Park Speedway and Meyerland Speedway, IM or email me with your contact info. It's a bunch of home movie footage shot in the 50's in 8mm. There was no sound, so we overdubbed some oldies music and Charles did some comentary. I think it came out real good, I am going to burn some DVD's , you'll see it isn't professional, but it is pretty cool. If any of you get the Houston/Heights Tribune, I am helping Sharon Lauder put together some articles to run on Playland and Meyerland Speedways. It should come out this spring, when I get some exact dates on the print I will let you know. I am mainly providing photos and names and dates and she is writing the articles, like I said when I get some exact dates of the print I will let you know.

P.S. There is also newer footage from the 60's and 70's, there is some of old Almeda Speedway, some from Moody andClarey, and some breif shots from old Houston Dragway off of Gulf Freeway.

Hey Mark - is this the same DVD as the GRD Videos Playland Park & Meyers Speedway DVD? Don't remember Almeda Speedway or the Houston Dragway being on that one.

Thanks!

[DENNIS97CARS]

Anyone interested in a DVD of Playland Park Speedway and Meyerland Speedway, IM or email me with your contact info. It's a bunch of home movie footage shot in the 50's in 8mm. There was no sound, so we overdubbed some oldies music and Charles did some comentary. I think it came out real good, I am going to burn some DVD's , you'll see it isn't professional, but it is pretty cool. If any of you get the Houston/Heights Tribune, I am helping Sharon Lauder put together some articles to run on Playland and Meyerland Speedways. It should come out this spring, when I get some exact dates on the print I will let you know. I am mainly providing photos and names and dates and she is writing the articles, like I said when I get some exact dates of the print I will let you know.

P.S. There is also newer footage from the 60's and 70's, there is some of old Almeda Speedway, some from Moody andClarey, and some breif shots from old Houston Dragway off of Gulf Freeway.

I AM ALWAYS LOOKING FOR ANYTHING ON HOUSTON SPEDWAYS, ESPECIALLY MEYERS . THANKS . LET ME KNOW ABOUT THE DATES ON THE ARTICLE AND I WOULD LIKE A DVD. THANKS DENNIS97CARS

[Mark F. Barnes]

Hey Mark - is this the same DVD as the GRD Videos Playland Park & Meyers Speedway DVD? Don't remember Almeda Speedway or the Houston Dragway being on that one.

Thanks!

No this is nothing professionally done. These are a bunch of home movies. most are by Mack McKenzie, (my ex-wife's grandfather RIP), and some are by Bill Henson (my uncle RIP) and some are by John Dewitt and his father). Mack had a car lot on the north-side and was a huge local race fan, he sponsored his son's cars as well as put up purse money at Playland, Meyers, and Almeda speedways. Rumor was he was a silent partner with Big George "Mr. H" Hamblen, at Meyers Speedway. No telling really, that was just a rumor. Anyway Mack was a nut when it came to racing and filming them. He had an old Remington 8mm camera, the one that had the three different lenses that rotated on the front of it for different focal lengths. Anyway, Mack would just about do anything for a good racing shot, he even rode inside the stock cars for the "in car camera" shot. He had a big scar over one eye, where he was in a crash and the eye-piece was rammed into his brow. Anyway most of the good stuff (color) was shot by Mack. Anyway There was no sound so "Shorty" Lauder lent his commentary skills, and he did a pretty good job, remembering who was who, and threw in some classic rock in the background and pieced together a pretty decent little movie. Only problem all these old 8mm's were converted to VHS several years ago. And when he overdubbed his commentary and music it was good, but when I ripped it in Studio 9.0 the sound is out of sync some. I may try and take it to a pro and see what they can do. But for now it is what it is. I am going to burn some DVDs this weekend and see how they come out. There is a little slide show on the end, with various still shots, it's pretty cool.

I AM ALWAYS LOOKING FOR ANYTHING ON HOUSTON SPEDWAYS, ESPECIALLY MEYERS . THANKS . LET ME KNOW ABOUT THE DATES ON THE ARTICLE AND I WOULD LIKE A DVD. THANKS DENNIS97CARS

When I get the DVDs burned I will mail them out to whoever wants them. Sharon is going to let me know when the articles will be going out. This has been a long going project that is finally coming to life.

[4PROP]

No this is nothing professionally done. These are a bunch of home movies. most are by Mack McKenzie, (my ex-wife's grandfather RIP), and some are by Bill Henson (my uncle RIP) and some are by John Dewitt and his father). Mack had a car lot on the north-side and was a huge local race fan, he sponsored his son's cars as well as put up purse money at Playland, Meyers, and Almeda speedways. Rumor was he was a silent partner with Big George "Mr. H" Hamblen, at Meyers Speedway. No telling really, that was just a rumor. Anyway Mack was a nut when it came to racing and filming them. He had an old Remington 8mm camera, the one that had the three different lenses that rotated on the front of it for different focal lengths. Anyway, Mack would just about do anything for a good racing shot, he even rode inside the stock cars for the "in car camera" shot. He had a big scar over one eye, where he was in a crash and the eye-piece was rammed into his brow. Anyway most of the good stuff (color) was shot by Mack. Anyway There was no sound so "Shorty" Lauder lent his commentary skills, and he did a pretty good job, remembering who was who, and threw in some classic rock in the background and pieced together a pretty decent little movie. Only problem all these old 8mm's were converted to VHS several years ago. And when he overdubbed his commentary and music it was good, but when I ripped it in Studio 9.0 the sound is out of sync some. I may try and take it to a pro and see what they can do. But for now it is what it is. I am going to burn some DVDs this weekend and see how they come out. There is a little slide show on the end, with various still shots, it's pretty cool.

When I get the DVDs burned I will mail them out to whoever wants them. Sharon is going to let me know when the articles will be going out. This has been a long going project that is finally coming to life.

What do you know about the GND Video? Is that the footage that was used on the PBS production Houston Remember: When Vol.3? I would like to get that footage, but have not gotten a reponse from PBS.

I grew up at Playland track since I was 2 years old so I am anxious to obtain any film or pictures from there. I do hold an extensive collection of stills from Playland, but most are of Archie Lacy's cars and his driver, Billy Wade.

I am very interested in your DVD and any information on the GND video. I would appreciate being included on your shipping list. Keep me posted! Thx

[roym]

What do you know about the GND Video? Is that the footage that was used on the PBS production Houston Remember: When Vol.3? I would like to get that footage, but have not gotten a reponse from PBS.

I grew up at Playland track since I was 2 years old so I am anxious to obtain any film or pictures from there. I do hold an extensive collection of stills from Playland, but most are of Archie Lacy's cars and his driver, Billy Wade.

I am very interested in your DVD and any information on the GND video. I would appreciate being included on your shipping list. Keep me posted! Thx

Haven't seen the PBS series - I *think* parts of it were for sale in the past on VHS only. I believe the GND video comes from footage shot by Mack ?? (dont remember his last name) over the years.

You could email Judy Dudek at gill.judy@sbcglobal.net and find out if they have any of the DVDs left.

We would love to see the Playland pic posted here.

[Mark F. Barnes]

What do you know about the GND Video? Is that the footage that was used on the PBS production Houston Remember: When Vol.3? I would like to get that footage, but have not gotten a reponse from PBS.

I grew up at Playland track since I was 2 years old so I am anxious to obtain any film or pictures from there. I do hold an extensive collection of stills from Playland, but most are of Archie Lacy's cars and his driver, Billy Wade.

I am very interested in your DVD and any information on the GND video. I would appreciate being included on your shipping list. Keep me posted! Thx

If you would get in contact with Sharon Lauder at the Houston Tribune I know she would love to run some of your photos in her article about Playland (713) 862-9603. I have sent her a bunch of my stuff and I know she'd love more.

Haven't seen the PBS series - I *think* parts of it were for sale in the past on VHS only. I believe the GND video comes from footage shot by Mack ?? (dont remember his last name) over the years.

You could email Judy Dudek at gill.judy@sbcglobal.net and find out if they have any of the DVDs left.

We would love to see the Playland pic posted here.

Roy I got your DVD, looks like the Same VHS to me with a few minor exceptions, and actually the sound is in better Sync than mine. When they ripped it to DVD they got a better result. I will send you mine just for laughs, Mack put together miles of footage, some of which is proably the only existing video of Playland I am sure. Not many poeple as dedicated as he was back then. A lot of those neighborhood shots were from the house on Hewitt street off of TC Jester. The McKenzie's were quite a crew. I tell you another old north sider that is still around and still racing. Kent Lewis Sr. is well up in his 70's and still racing sprint cars in the ASCS Gulf-South Region. He ran at Playland, Meyers, and Almeda a lot.

[roym]

If you would get in contact with Sharon Lauder at the Houston Tribune I know she would love to run some of your photos in her article about Playland (713) 862-9603. I have sent her a bunch of my stuff and I know she'd love more.

Roy I got your DVD, looks like the Same VHS to me with a few minor exceptions, and actually the sound is in better Sync than mine. When they ripped it to DVD they got a better result. I will send you mine just for laughs, Mack put together miles of footage, some of which is proably the only existing video of Playland I am sure. Not many poeple as dedicated as he was back then. A lot of those neighborhood shots were from the house on Hewitt street off of TC Jester. The McKenzie's were quite a crew. I tell you another old north sider that is still around and still racing. Kent Lewis Sr. is well up in his 70's and still racing sprint cars in the ASCS Gulf-South Region. He ran at Playland, Meyers, and Almeda a lot.

Thanks Mark. Do you know what happened to the original 8mm film? Today that film should be able to be converted directly to digital format and then to DVD. The quality would probably be improved - not so sure for 8mm but it's possible.

Also I bet there are other interesting scenes in the original footage not on the DVD. Sounds like a cool side project.

[4PROP]

Haven't seen the PBS series - I *think* parts of it were for sale in the past on VHS only. I believe the GND video comes from footage shot by Mack ?? (dont remember his last name) over the years.

You could email Judy Dudek at gill.judy@sbcglobal.net and find out if they have any of the DVDs left.

We would love to see the Playland pic posted here.

Thanks! I just sent an email off to Judy. I'll transfer some photos over from one of my off-line PC and post a few. I'll also get some over to Sharon at the Houston Tribune with some info. I talked with her today. She said the Tribune is a positive spirited publication so I guess I'll keep the crash pictures to myself. As Playland spectators recall, when you mix open-wheel stockers on a 1/4 mile track, many would end up inverted and often over or through the fence!

[DENNIS97CARS]

Anyone interested in a DVD of Playland Park Speedway and Meyerland Speedway, IM or email me with your contact info. It's a bunch of home movie footage shot in the 50's in 8mm. There was no sound, so we overdubbed some oldies music and Charles did some comentary. I think it came out real good, I am going to burn some DVD's , you'll see it isn't professional, but it is pretty cool. If any of you get the Houston/Heights Tribune, I am helping Sharon Lauder put together some articles to run on Playland and Meyerland Speedways. It should come out this spring, when I get some exact dates on the print I will let you know. I am mainly providing photos and names and dates and she is writing the articles, like I said when I get some exact dates of the print I will let you know.

P.S. There is also newer footage from the 60's and 70's, there is some of old Almeda Speedway, some from Moody andClarey, and some breif shots from old Houston Dragway off of Gulf Freeway.

[bridget]

Here are photos taken at the old Meyer speedway grounds earlier this year

I'm glad someone remembers the speedway. What memories. I was pretty young, but can still remember going out there. My brother who is 10 years older had the most fun. I believe we also have 8mm film of some of the races, but they still need to be converted. I also somewhere around here, have audio tape of interviews with the race car drivers that my brother did. Not positive if they still work, guess it would be worth finding out.

[DENNIS97CARS]

I USED TO RACE SOME AT MEYER SPEEDWAY. I AM REALLY INTERESTED IN ANY PICTURES OR MOVIES YOU HAVE OF THERE. PLEASE LET ME KNOW. I EMAILED BEFORE BUT I DON'T THINK YOU GOT IT. DENNIS AT DENNISGOFORTH@GOFORTHRACING.COM

[carol802]

Anyone remember Meyer's Speedway? I told my husband I took drivers ed (Westbury 1969) on a racetrack and he doesn't believe me! It was great! Seems like it was down S. Main past Post Oak by the stadium we used to have our football games at.

[Paul1956]

I remember commercials for Meyer Speedway, and for Houston International Speedway, which was down in the LaMarque area I seem to recall.

"SUNDAYSUNDAYSUNDAY at Houston International Speedway...."

[Native Son]

I remember commercials for Meyer Speedway, and for Houston International Speedway, which was down in the LaMarque area I seem to recall.

"SUNDAYSUNDAYSUNDAY at Houston International Speedway...."

you can see the track in the upper right

Edited December 2, 2008 by Native Son

[Fringe]

It was at South Main and Hillcroft. Of course when it was built I don't believe there was a Hillcroft. Houston pretty much ended at Chimney Rock.

Edited December 2, 2008 by LunaticFringe

[GREASER]

I remember going as a kid..gocarts were always the first stop. Seemed like we drove forever to get there. It was the first time I saw Coke cans emptied and Jack Daniels filled and taken in,( something I used in my later yrs)...seems like everyone had to carry a can.

Edited December 3, 2008 by GREASER

[e streeter]

i remember being able to sometimes hear it from house in post oak manor. the whirring of the cars if the winds were just right.

[marketingwiz]

Anyone remember Meyer's Speedway? I told my husband I took drivers ed (Westbury 1969) on a racetrack and he doesn't believe me! It was great! Seems like it was down S. Main past Post Oak by the stadium we used to have our football games at.

Hi Carol!

Somewhere within the Historic section is a BIG thread on Meyer Speedway complete with photos of old racing programs, some of the races themselves and discussions about some of the drivers. I'm not sure exactly how to find it other than checking older pages for it, or maybe trying a search. The search - I think - is a bit 'iffy' as I've searched for topics that I KNOW are on here and that I've read previously but for some reason they don't come up on my search. So I end up scanning page by page until I find what I'm looking for. But again, there is an existing thread on Meyer Speedway that I think you'd really enjoy. It has a lot of information.

[4PROP]

Anyone remember Meyer's Speedway? I told my husband I took drivers ed (Westbury 1969) on a racetrack and he doesn't believe me! It was great! Seems like it was down S. Main past Post Oak by the stadium we used to have our football games at.

There's a couple of videos (old film) from Meyer Speedway on YouTube. Just use Meyer Speedway as key search words. (Plenty from Playland Speedway also)

You'll also find alot of posts and photos on the Texas Speedzone (TXSZ.com) forums under Texas Racing History.

[Mark F. Barnes]

[blumrick]

There's a couple of videos (old film) from Meyer Speedway on YouTube. Just use Meyer Speedway as key search words. (Plenty from Playland Speedway also)

You'll also find alot of posts and photos on the Texas Speedzone (TXSZ.com) forums under Texas Racing History.

[blumrick]

Yeah, I remember Meyer Speedway, all right - my uncle Bill Blumrick #7 was one of the champions out there. I've posted a video of the 1967 Labor Day 100 lap Modified Stockcar feature on YouTube, and here's the link.

Bill led almost the whole race. Joe Plowman #28 had been on his back bumper the whole race and finally passeed Bill on the 95th lap. One lap later, Joe's engine went kablooey! Bill retook the lead for 3 more laps, and HIS engine crapped out. Charlie Schild #1 took the checkered flag.

Bill was sponsored by Frizzell Pontiac, off the Gulf Freeway at Gulfgate. "Whale Of A Deal!" Therefore the "Whale Tail" on #7.

Bob Blumrick

Edited January 17, 2009 by blumrick

[roym]

Yeah, I remember Meyer Speedway, all right - my uncle Bill Blumrick #7 was one of the champions out there. I've posted a video of the 1967 Labor Day 100 lap Modified Stockcar feature on YouTube, and here's the link.

Bill led almost the whole race. Joe Plowman #28 had been on his back bumper the whole race and finally passeed Bill on the 95th lap. One lap later, Joe's engine went kablooey! Bill retook the lead for 3 more laps, and HIS engine crapped out. Charlie Schild #1 took the checkered flag.

Bill was sponsored by Frizzell Pontiac, off the Gulf Freeway at Gulfgate. "Whale Of A Deal!" Therefore the "Whale Tail" on #7.

Bob Blumrick

Wow - incredible video! Thanks for posting!

[glzuma]

Here's a bit of personal Meyer Speedway trivia.

When I took Drivers Ed at Westbury HS in 1970, we would attend the classroom phase at the school, of course. But for part of the Behind The Wheel phase, we would load up in a van and drive to Meyer Speedway, aka "The Range". The Drivers Ed cars were located there and we would proceed to practice basic driving skills to be followed by real street driving.

The temptation was everpresent to kick it on the straightaway, knowing it may be the only chance in your lifetime to be on a racetrack. However, if your speed began to exceed the acceptable limit, one look from the coach would quickly shatter your AJ Foyt fantasy.

[capt. kirk]

Anyone remember Meyer's Speedway? I told my husband I took drivers ed (Westbury 1969) on a racetrack and he doesn't believe me! It was great! Seems like it was down S. Main past Post Oak by the stadium we used to have our football games at.

THERE DEFINITELY WAS A MEYERS SPEEDWAY...........IT WAS A LITTLE BEHIND PLAYLAND PARK, DONT REMEMBER THE CROSS STREETS. USE TO GO ALL THE TIME WHEN I WAS LITTLE

THE FOOTBALL STADIUM IS BUTLER..................IT WASNT THAT FAR DOWN SOUTHMAIN...............BETWEEN WHAT IS NOW 610 AND HOLMES RD AREA

Edited October 6, 2009 by capt. kirk

[capt. kirk]

oh nice!!!!!!!!

so pretty much of the contours of the track is still there........ i am from MA and most likely of all the tracks that closed in the last 30 years<5 of them> either a building or a amusement ride<1 track only> has taken its place....... thank you very much for those pics too!!!!!

scott

harvick2win@yahoo.com

i believe the pic you see is a baseball field and football field............that would be butler stadium and sports complex on south main.............meyer speedway went down with playland park in the 60's............lol................you young guys are something