Prepare yourself for the ultimate drag racing extravaganza of the year as Chuck 55 and Lizzy Musi face off in the epic showdown at Bandimere Speedway. Get ready to immerse yourself in the thrilling realm of No Prep racing.
Chuck 55 vs Lizzy Musi. Who has the advantage? Photo by Street Outlaws Live
Firebird Raceway provided the backdrop for what appeared to be a highly charged showdown between Chuck 55 and Lizzy Musi. Nevertheless, the anticipation took an unexpected turn when a local car collided with the track wall, resulting in the suspension of the final race. Devotees of No Prep Kings are well-acquainted with such suspensions, which have occurred previously, often leading to rescheduling for upcoming events. A prominent instance of this was during the season opener in 2019 when Ryan Martin competed against Giuseppe Gentile.
Chuck 55. Photo by Dragzine
Both Chuck 55 and Lizzy Musi exhibited exceptional performance at Firebird Raceway, but there's a crucial element that demands consideration: density altitude. In a previous high-altitude track in Idaho, the density altitude stood at approximately 5,800 feet. However, at Bandimere, the projected density altitude for the period between 12 p.m. and 11 p.m. is a formidable 8,900 feet to 8,400 feet – a staggering difference of nearly 3,000 feet compared to Idaho.
Now, here's the intriguing part: elevated density altitude conditions tend to provide an advantage to nitrous-powered cars over those equipped with boosters like superchargers or ProChargers. Nitrous cars, such as Lizzy's, come with their own oxygen supply, giving them a competitive edge at higher altitudes. Remarkably, over the course of the four years of racing at Bandimere No Prep Kings events, only nitrous and turbocharged cars have secured victories, while blower cars have yet to claim a win. Unfortunately, this marks the final year of operation for Bandimere Speedway before its closure.
Chuck 55's bright red 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. Photo by Radical Speed
Given the formidable high-density altitude conditions at Bandimere, our forecast leans heavily in favor of Lizzy Musi. While Chuck 55 has shown remarkable performance, the substantial density altitude gap poses a significant challenge for blower cars when pitted against nitrous-powered counterparts, particularly one as meticulously tuned as Lizzy's.
Lizzy's nitrous Bonnie 2.0 will take the advantage? Photo by Lizzy Musi
Keep in mind that in the world of drag racing, the unexpected can always occur. Lizzy has encountered her fair share of hurdles, particularly in the early stages of races. Additionally, the fact that the final race is scheduled for a Friday introduces an element of unpredictability into the equation. It's likely that they will have a test pass before the final showdown, and it's worth noting that Lizzy is among the participants in the grade eight lineup, promising an eventful race day.
In summary, the odds appear to be in favor of Lizzy Musi as she heads into the impending Bandimere final. Although Chuck 55 has delivered commendable performances, the challenging density altitude conditions may tip the scales in favor of nitrous-powered vehicles. Be sure to tune in and witness the excitement as it unfolds, and don't hesitate to share your predictions for the Boise finals at Bandimere. Drag racing is known for its surprises, making this showdown an absolute must-watch event!
Now check out Chuck 55 highlights at Firebird Raceway in Idaho!
Video by Chuck 55
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